tennis

  1. Sumit Nagal wins Heilbroner Neckercup ATP Challenger title

    Stuttgart [Germany], Indian tennis sensation Sumit Nagal defeated Alexander Ritchard of Switzerland in three tight sets 6-1, 7-6(7-5), 6-3 to win the Heilbronner Neckarcup ATP Challenger title on Sunday.This was Nagal's second ATP Challenger win of the year, after winning the Chennai Open on...
  2. 'Khelshala': A revolution has been born in the squash court

    But one exception is 'Khelshala', a world-class squash facility run by Satinder Bajwa, former director of Harvard University's squash programme, who has also mentored eight-time world champion, Pakistani squash player, Jansher Khan.When Bajwa returned to India in 2010, he knew he wanted to...
  3. Mary Kom shares her childhood story with Kapil; Saina Nehwal said, 'Badminton chose me'

    'Pride of India' Saina, Sift Kaur Samra and Sania were seen in the 11th episode.When the show's host Kapil Sharma asked who Sania Mirza's role model was, she replied, "I always wanted to be a tennis player. Steffi Graf was my favorite at that time and I aspired to play and be like her." "...
  4. French Open: Rohan Bopanna-Matthew Ebden's excellent form continues, reach semi-finals

    Paris [France], The Indian-Australian men's doubles pair of Rohan Bopanna and Matthew Ebden reached the semi-finals of the ongoing French Open tournament on Wednesday.Bopanna-Ebden defeated Sander Gil and Joran Vliegen of Belgium 7(7)-6(3), 5-7, 6-1 in their quarterfinal match.Bopanna-Ebden...
  5. Sania Mirza says she has to find a love interest in 'The Great Indian Kapil Show'.

    Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], Former tennis player Sania Mirza, who is appearing on 'The Great Indian Kapil Show', talked about "finding a love interest" in her life.The recent promo of the upcoming episode shows Sania Mirza, Saina Nehwal, Mary Kom and Sift Kaur Samra interacting with host...
  6. Novak Djokovic withdraws from French Open due to knee injury

    Paris [France], Serbian tennis star and defending champion Novak Djokovic withdrew from the ongoing French Open on Tuesday due to an injury in his right knee.The French Open's official This match was another tough match for Djokovic, as at one point he was trailing by two sets, but he made a...
  7. The trailer of the documentary of tennis legend Roger Federer has been released.

    New Delhi [India], The trailer of a documentary capturing the last days of sporting legend Roger Federer before his retirement has been released.The documentary titled 'Federer: Twelve Final Days' will be released on Prime Video on June 20.Directed by Academy Award-winning director Asif...
  8. UTT 2024 Coaches Draft: Eight teams prepare for exciting season with new coaches, expanded lineups

    Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) is gearing up for an exciting 2024 season after its coach draft event, where each of the eight franchises selected one foreign and one Indian coach. This year, the league has expanded to eight teams with the addition of Ahmedabad SG...
  9. Olympic Games: Sharath Kamal hopes India wins first medal at TT in Paris

    These developments in the game, the support of international experts in sports science and the government have strengthened Sharath Kamal's hope that table tennis can reach its pinnacle and contribute to India's medal tally in Paris by winning the first medal or two in table tennis. Could. ,It...
  10. When I was told I would be the flag bearer at Paris Olympics, it was hard to believe: Sharath Kamal

    New Delhi, Veteran table tennis player A Sharath Kamal on Friday said he was "quite surprised" to be named as India's flag bearer at the Paris Olympics in the presence of the likes of Tokyo Games gold winner Neeraj Chopra and he took the honor seriously. Told him recognition of his years of hard...
  11. French Open: Alexander Zverev beats David Goffin to book a place in the third round

    Paris [France], World No. 4 Alexander Zverev backed up his sensational win against 14-time French Open champion Rafael Nadal with an aggressive serve against David Goffin to book his place in the third round at Roland Garros in a thrilling encounter on Thursday. Made it confirmed. Zverev...
  12. Top seed Novak Djokovic continues to dominate at French Open; Roberto Carballes takes down Baena to reach R3

    PARIS [France], 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic continued his quest for a record-extending 25th major title as he found form late in the first set to beat Roberto Carballes Baena in the second round of the French Open. 2024 Aiming for her fourth trophy on Paris soil on Thursday, the...
  13. French Open: Iga Swiatek wins over Naomi Osaka in a tough match that lasted three hours

    Paris [France], World number one tennis star Iga Swiatek registered a tough second round win over former world number one Naomi Osaka at the ongoing French Open on Wednesday. Despite both leading five-five in the final set, Swiatek defeated Osaka 7-6(1), 1-6 and 7-5. The defending champion has...
  14. French Open: Stefanos Tsitsipas reaches third round by defeating Daniel Altmayer

    PARIS [France], Stefanos Tsitsipas didn't have everything he needed on Wednesday at Roland Garros, but he managed to advance to the third round of the French Open for the sixth time. On court Suzanne Lenglen, the Greek defeated a determined Danny. Defeated Altmaier 6-3, 6-2, 6-7(2), 6-4 in a...
  15. Ultimate Table Tennis 2024 is scheduled to start from August 22 in Chennai

    This will be a first-time eight-team league that will provide a platform to young Indian paddlers to showcase their talent alongside the world's top players. The growing popularity of table tennis, inspired by India's notable achievements, has led to the league's expansion into new areas...
  16. UTT 2024: Eight teams ready to excite in Chennai

    Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) is gearing up for an exciting new season in Chennai. The tournament will begin on August 22 and conclude on September 7 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium. UTT will be a first-time eight-team league that will provide a platform to...
  17. "It's difficult for me to make a change...": Nadal hints at skipping Wimbledon before Olympics

    Paris [France], Spanish tennis legend Rafael Nadal hinted at missing the upcoming Wimbledon event ahead of the Paris Olympics 2024, saying it would be difficult for him to make a quick transition from clay to grass surfaces. 14-time French Open champion Nadal gave his all for his final...
  18. "Don't know if this will be the last time or not...": Tennis great Rafael Nadal rules out return to French Open

    PARIS [France], Tennis great Rafael Nadal has ruled out playing his Las Vegas match at the French Open 2024 with the Spaniard saying he was "not 100 per cent sure" whether it would be his final tournament. 14-time French Open champion Nadal gave his all for his final appearance at the French...
  19. 'Clay King' Rafael Nadal is out in the opening round of French Open for the first time, Zverev wins

    Paris [France], Paris [France], 14-time French Open champion Rafael Nadal gave his all for his final appearance at the French Open but fell victim to Alexander Zverev's sharp forehand attack and suffered a 3-1 defeat. Had to face. -6 6-7(4), 3-6 In a blockbuster opening round encounter on...
  20. Devvarman revealed the secret of Bopanna's longevity, said- we are seeing a fearless version of him

    Rohan Bopanna has been the pillar of Indian tennis for the last two decades. In an exclusive conversation with IANS, Somdev Devvarman talks about the secret behind the 44-year-old's longevity.Arjuna Award winner Bopanna made his Davis Cup debut in 2002 and has been the country's leading force...