How Yakubu’s Miss in the 2010 FIFA World Cup Forever Changed Nigerian Football

On June 22, 2010, the Nigerian and South Korean international football teams met at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban in the final group stage match of Group B. So far in the World Cup, Nigeria was a major disappointment, losing 1-0 to Argentina and 2-1 to Greece, and could have only advanced onto the round of 16 if they won their final match against South Korea. Meanwhile, South Korea was able to... 

What’s New in the 2011 Formula One Season: A Point-By-Point Breakdown

The 2010 Formula One season truly was a spectacular season. Not shy from any form of controversy, right from disputes over budget caps, to title-deciding team orders, the F1 fans were treated to quite an assortment of entertainment, suspense and at times, pure absurdity. The FIA, which deals with the licensing and arbitration of Formula One, ironically has been blamed for most of the controversial... 

International Players Union Calls for Winter World Cup in 2022

The World Union of Professional Footballers has demanded the 2022 World Cup be held in winter in order to escape the sweltering heat of summer in Qatar. Temperatures can rise to 122 degrees fahrenheit in the Gulf Coast nation, during which time the Qatari tourist board advises holiday makers to stay away. Tijs Tummers, secretary of FIFPro’s Technical Committee, said: “It is not sensible... 

The Best of Tennis in 2010: Part II

This article is originally posted here: http://tennis-musings.typepad.com/blog/2010/12/tennis-the-best-of-2010-the-top-five.html Find the first part here. 5. Rafael Nadal vs Novak Djokovic, US Open final When Nadal broke Djokovic in his opening service game, I thought the fatigue from a tiring five setter two days before was still taking its toll on Djokovic. Minutes later, he broke Nadal back,... 

Bob Bradley’s 2010 Christmas Wishlist to Santa Claus

Dear Santa, I know it’s been a pretty good year for me. With our last game, we finished with a .500 record and considering we played in the World Cup, I’m fine with that. Few people blamed me for the Ghana lost and I still have a job, which is great since I didn’t land a high profile position in England. It has been a good year…for me at least. I don’t want to seem greedy,... 

F1 2011 Grid Takes Shape As D’Ambrosio Signs for Virgin Racing

Virgin Racing announced today that Jerome D’Ambrosio would step up from GP2 to partner Timo Glock for 2011. The move means there are now only seven free spots left within the remaining teams, and leaves other drivers fighting to secure a spot on the grid in 2011. D’Ambrosio becomes the first Belgian to compete in a Formula One race since Phillipe Adams finished last in the 1994 Portuguese... 

PGA: 10 Golfers Who Could Earn Their First Major Title in 2011

One of the most exciting aspects of the sport of golf is its hugely competitive nature, with any single player in an single tournament having the ability to win. Yes, it is true that some players win more than others and every now and again a “Tiger Woods” appears on tour and dominates for a spell. However, with the Tiger seemingly on the wane, 2011 looks like it could be a reasonably level... 

Formula 1: Radical Design Changes Announced for 2013

Formula one cars are set to undergo the most radical design changes since 1983 in an effort to make the sport more entertaining. The rules have been drawn up by engineers Patrick Head and Rory Byrne and should make cars harder to drive and hopefully increase overtaking. The new rules, to be introduced in 2013, will require cars to run with smaller front and rear wings and will also reduce fuel consumption... 

Bolshoi, the Boxer, Believes It Paes To Be Leander’s Muse (Satire)

(First published on http://maketimeforsports.com) Bolshoi, my pet Boxer, wishes to act in a Hollywood picture. “I have decided that I will become a film star. I want to win an Oscar for the country.” “Sure. And pigs will fly.” I reply. “I am serious. If Leander Paes can dream of securing an Academy Award in his second avatar, I can make it happen as well.” Bolshoi... 

Maria Sharapova Ends Sponsorship with Prince Sports

Get all the latest tennis news at www.TennisNow.com Former World No. 1 Maria Sharapova is parting ways with Prince Sports Inc. After using the brand for the last 10 years, Sharapova split with the racket manufacturer amicably. In a statement emailed to Bloomberg.com, a representative for Prince as well as Sharapova said, “Sharapova’s contract with Prince allowed... 

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