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Novak Djokovic, who came up empty in five prior Cincinnati finals, defeated seven-time winner Roger Federer 6-4, 6-4 in the final. The former world number one became the first man to win all nine of the ATPs Masters 1000 events in the elite series current configuration. (Photo: AP)

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Novak Djokovic beats Roger Federer to win Cincy title to complete...

Federer, a 20-time Grand Slam winner, said his game wasn't sharp -- but he didn't want to take anything away from...

20 Aug 2018 12:25 PM IST

When Williams was quizzed as to why she continues to play amid everything going on in her personal life, the former world number one said that she is not done yet. (Photo: AFP)

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I've had meltdowns: Serena Williams opens up on 'really tough'...

The 36-year-old, in length, talked about what she has been going through since giving birth to her daughter, Alexis...

17 Aug 2018 12:19 PM IST

Paes was already miffed at his exclusion from TOP Scheme but had made himself available for the Asian Games, where he has won eight medals, including five gold. (Photo: PTI)

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With no 'specialist' doubles partner, Leander Paes pulls out of Asian...

With Sharan and Bopanna deciding to play together, captain Zeeshan Ali had no choice but to pair Paes with Nagal or...

17 Aug 2018 10:23 AM IST

Earlier on Tuesday, Sania requested her users not to spread hatred for each other. (Photo: PTI)

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Sania Mirza shuts down troll for wishing her on Pakistan's...

On the eve of India's Independence Day, Sania Mirza gave a befitting reply to a troll who asked her if she was...

15 Aug 2018 2:41 PM IST

The 36-year-old was all business Monday as she cleaned up on Australian Gavrilova, with Williams winning an 11th straight match here.(Photo: AP)

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Cincinnati Masters: Serena Williams breezes past Gavrilova, Pouille...

The 23-time Grand Slam champion showed full recovery in her first match since suffering the worst defeat of her career...

14 Aug 2018 1:25 PM IST

Nadals withdrawal leaves world number two Roger Federer, who skipped the Toronto event, as the highest seed in Cincinnati. (Photo: AFP)

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Rafael Nadal withdraws from Cincinnati Masters for extra rest ahead of...

The 32-year-old Spaniard swept aside Greek youngster Stefanos Tsitsipas to claim his 80th career title with victory at...

13 Aug 2018 5:40 PM IST

Serena Williams said feeling overwhelmed was a normal part of being a new mother and encouraged anyone struggling through a rough patch to stay positive. (Photo: AP)

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I am still struggling with 'postpartum emotions', says Serena Williams

The 23-time Grand Slam champion, last week, felt her hectic schedule was not leaving her enough time to care for her...

7 Aug 2018 10:23 AM IST

Bopanna and his French partner Edouard Roger-Vasselin had conceded their mens doubles second round after the Indian suffered the injury on July 6. (Photo: AFP)

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Rohan Bopanna misses Rogers Cup to save shoulder for Asian Games 2018

Bopanna will compete at the Asian Games without any competitive match since the Wimbledon Championships.

5 Aug 2018 8:22 PM IST

$\Out of all the players its been proven Im the one getting tested the most. Discrimination? I think so,\ tweeted Serena Williams. (Photo: AP)$ Sports

Serena Williams hits out again at 'random' dope testing...

Williams has complained before at being drug-tested more than other American tennis players this year.

25 July 2018 4:34 PM IST

This is the saddest thing to read as an athlete , and more importantly as a human being, said Sania Mirza as she came out in support of Mesut Ozil. (Photo: AFP / AP)

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Sania Mirza supports Mesut Ozil post his retirement over racism;...

In a four-page statement sent out in three images on Twitter and Instagram, an angry Ozil announced his decision.

25 July 2018 12:57 PM IST

$\Unfortunately with scheduling being the key to my longevity moving forward, I have regrettably decided to withdraw from Toronto this year,\ Federer said in a statement on Monday. \I ... am sorry to miss it.\ (Photo: AP)$ Sports

US Open the priority as Roger Federer withdraws from Rogers Cup in...

Federer, due to turn 37 during the Rogers Cup, has played 7 tournaments this year and won three.

24 July 2018 11:57 AM IST

Serena Williams climbed 153 places to 28th despite losing Saturdays final at the All England Club to German Angelique Kerber, Williamss fourth tournament since giving birth to her daughter 10 months ago. (Photo: AP)

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Serena climbs 153 places to return to top 30 following run to...

In the men's rankings, Novak Djokovic's fourth Wimbledon crown propelled him back to 10th in the world.

17 July 2018 12:43 PM IST