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Nadal vs Djokovic at French Open: A battle for the ages, to end a debate for the agesSubscriber Only
October 11, 2020 16:44 IST
It will be the 56th match-up between the top two seeds – the most-played tie in the history of the sport.
Sun, Oct 11, 2020
Explained: Why the Nadal-Djokovic French Open final will be a unique matchSubscriber Only
October 10, 2020 22:28 IST
Unlike any other Grand Slam final, there is greater significance in the upcoming Parisian duel. And it will possibly have a significant bearing on the ‘Greatest of All Time’ debate.
Sat, Oct 17, 2020
No unlucky 13: How Rafael Nadal beat Diego Schwartzman to reach French Open finalSubscriber Only
October 10, 2020 00:54 IST
It was never smooth sailing for the 19-time Grand Slam champion until, oddly enough, the third set tie-breaker.
Sat, Oct 10, 2020
How Iga Swiatek reached the French Open finalSubscriber Only
October 09, 2020 11:10 IST
Iga Swiatek has put in a run of form that can be likened to that of an experienced campaigner.
Fri, Oct 09, 2020
Explained: Why does World No. 1 Novak Djokovic want line-umpires to be replaced by technology?Subscriber Only
October 07, 2020 12:41 IST
Being a tennis umpire is a proper profession and requires years of training. At the Grand Slams, line-umpires are highly qualified officials, who sometimes face the wrath of superstar players even when the call is right, or they aren’t even involved.
Thu, Oct 08, 2020
Explained: Why have drop shots become popular at the French Open?Subscriber Only
October 04, 2020 23:36 IST
It’s no coincidence that the number of attempts at the drop shot has increased per match, as a fair few factors have aided the temptation of playing the deceptive shot.
Tue, Oct 06, 2020
Explained: Why does tennis have a problem with marathon matches?Subscriber Only
September 30, 2020 13:19 IST
The Giustino-Moutet match is now the second longest ever at the French Open, and the fourth longest match in Grand Slam history in terms of time.
Mon, Oct 05, 2020
Explained: How the UAE, with virtually no sportspersons, became global sports hubSubscriber Only
September 14, 2020 17:00 IST
The IPL going to the UAE fits with the trend of major global sporting events choosing the Middle East nation as the venue.
Wed, Sep 16, 2020
Explained: The default that led to Novak Djokovic’s exit from the US Open 2020Subscriber Only
September 07, 2020 15:42 IST
Novak Djokovis, who was the favourite to win the US Open 2020 title, hit a line umpire fairly hard on the throat with a ball in frustration after losing his serve in his fourth round match against Pablo Carreno Busta.
Wed, Sep 16, 2020
Sumit Nagal learns lessons in straight-sets loss to Dominic Thiem at US OpenSubscriber Only
September 04, 2020 23:11 IST
Against Dominic Thiem, Sumit Nagal came up against a player who has a reputation of his own of being arguably the hardest worker off-court, and the hardest hitter on it.
Sat, Sep 05, 2020
It was very emotional for me: Sumit NagalSubscriber Only
September 02, 2020 23:40 IST
Sumit Nagal became the first Indian to reach the 2nd round of a Grand Slam in seven years. He now faces Dominic Thiem.
Thu, Sep 03, 2020
Sumit Nagal is first Indian in seven years to win main draw match at a Grand SlamSubscriber Only
September 02, 2020 00:09 IST
Sumit Nagal played a steady brand of tennis to notch up a 6-1, 6-3, 3-6, 6-1 win against Bradley Klahn. He will now face second seed Dominic Thiem in the second round of the US Open on Thursday.
Wed, Sep 02, 2020
US Open: Sumit Nagal wants second bite of Big AppleSubscriber Only
September 01, 2020 09:02 IST
Sumit Nagal has done all he could to be prepared for the first Grand Slam since the Covid-19 outbreak. He will begin his campaign against 129th-ranked Bradley Klahn.
Tue, Sep 01, 2020
Before US Open’s start, tennis is the last thing on most mindsSubscriber Only
August 30, 2020 23:08 IST
The US Open, which begins on Monday, will be played entirely behind closed doors. It may not have as many big names competing this time, but the storylines are still intriguing.
Mon, Aug 31, 2020
Explained: Why anti-vaccine Djokovic’s popularity rating dropped during pandemic — and Kyrgios made it worseSubscriber Only
August 24, 2020 17:51 IST
An undoubted champion on court, Djokovic’s off-court behaviour has brought him disrepute during the lockdown.
Tue, Aug 25, 2020
Big bubble in the Big Apple: Rohan Bopanna on life in the new normalSubscriber Only
August 23, 2020 01:27 IST
Rohan Bopanna, India's doubles specialist, provides a peek into the stringent regulations for the US Open, which will be played without spectators from August 31 in the renowned Flushing Meadows.
Sun, Aug 23, 2020
Explained: Does Virat Kohli have a right over his performance data?Subscriber Only
August 12, 2020 13:28 IST
Not yet, but it all can change if the UK footballers' lawsuit against betting and gaming companies goes in the favour of players.
Fri, Aug 14, 2020
Premier League players question use of personal statistics by betting companiesSubscriber Only
August 12, 2020 00:32 IST
The 'Project Red Card' is handled by former Cardiff City manager Russell Slade’s company, who are set to file a lawsuit over the use of their performance data against gambling companies.
Thu, Aug 13, 2020
Sumit Nagal into US Open main drawSubscriber Only
August 06, 2020 01:04 IST
Takes the spot made available, most likely, by the withdrawal of Rafa Nadal. The 22-year-old was the last player to make the cut.
Thu, Aug 06, 2020
Explained: The how and why of age fraud and verificationSubscriber Only
August 05, 2020 10:35 IST
Up until the age of 17 for boys and 15 for girls, science can provide a rough estimate about the true age of a child, give or take a year.
Wed, Aug 05, 2020
Tennis star Somdev Devvarman speaks out: ‘Police brutality horrible, off the charts’Subscriber Only
July 12, 2020 04:30 IST
“I am more likely to say something,” says former India No.1 tennis player, Somdev Devvarman. Especially, he says, when the issues that confront him demand it -- police brutality and racism.
Sun, Jul 12, 2020
Explained: Why the US Open is hanging by a threadSubscriber Only
July 06, 2020 12:32 IST
The US Open is expected to start on August 31. No fans will be allowed inside the venue at all.
Tue, Jul 07, 2020
Fans of Fanfield Road: Liverpool faithfuls revelling in the end of title droughtSubscriber Only
July 02, 2020 00:20 IST
Anfield may be shut for the fans because of the pandemic, but with Liverpool winning its first league title in 30 years, and 19th overall, means The Unbearables now hold bragging rights.
Thu, Jul 02, 2020
When the grass was greenest for Ramanathan Krishnan in 1960 WimbledonSubscriber Only
July 01, 2020 00:08 IST
Ramanathan Krishnan recalls his trailblazing run to the semi-finals of 1960 Wimbledon Championships where he reached after beating the fourth seed Luis Ayala of Chile.
Wed, Jul 01, 2020
Kidambi Srikanth eager to start, but uncertainty over camp resumptionSubscriber Only
June 30, 2020 21:19 IST
The three months away from court spent at home in Guntur due to lockdown has reignited the desire to return to badminton with a new zest in Kidambi Srikanth.
Wed, Jul 01, 2020Journalism of Courage
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