ABSA Currie Cup Preview: How Do the Eight Teams Look?

As the curtain closes on a grueling 20-week Super Rugby competition, rugby fans can barely catch their breath as a whole new feast of rugby awaits. The ABSA Currie Cup, South Africa’s Premier domestic rugby competition, dates back to 1889 and is steeped in rich heritage and tradition. In the modern era of rugby, it has definitely taken a back-seat as the emergence of Super Rugby takes precedence.... 

"Swiss Miss" Hingis Enjoying World TeamTennis Success

It’s not exactly like tearing through the main draw at Wimbledon or the US Open—which she did in her best teenage days—but a more mature, smiling Martina Hingis seems to be enjoying tennis more and more these days as a member of World TeamTennis‘ New York Sportimes, who take on the Philadelphia Freedoms tonight at Sportime Randall’s Island, nestled under the RFK Bridge... 

2011 Copa America: First Knockout Round Preview and Predictions

In tournament soccer, it is often not about how you play but about surviving and moving on. Tournament favorites Argentina and Brazil struggled through the opening matches, earning ties when they were expected to win. But in the end, these teams that have history of international success got it done and moved on to the first knockout round. They will be joined by Colombia, Peru, Uruguay, Paraguay,... 

F1 2011: Lotus Renault Badly Missing Robert Kubica?

It was such a promising start to the 2011 season for Lotus Renault. Vitaly Petrov drove a fine race to finish on the podium in Australia, beating world-class veterans such as Fernando Alonso, Mark Webber and Jenson Button. Two weeks later in Malaysia, it was Nick Heidfeld’s turn to take to the podium with a third place finish in Sepang. It did seem that life could go on without the injured Robert... 

Rafael Nadal: Could His Career Be on a Downswing Following Wimbledon Loss?

Heading into the 2011 Australian Open only seven months ago, Rafael Nadal was looking to win his fourth consecutive Grand Slam event. Roger Federer appeared to have entered a decline, and with no one else really making a push, he was in prime position to dominate men’s tennis. Fast forward to where we are now and not only is Nadal not dominating the game, he isn’t even ranked No. 1 anymore. After... 

2011 FIFA Women’s World Cup: A Salute to Nadeshiko Japan, the Angels of Asia

Out there in the Land of the Rising Sun, where Mount Fuji watches over his people with a calm, resolute demeanor, there is a team that plays with heavy hearts, and wings on their backs. They have seen their countrymen and countrywomen lost in the wrath of Mother Nature, never to find them again. Yet, in spite of the adversity and desperation that surrounds them, they find their strength that comes... 

Brazil Asserts Their Dominance in a 4-2 Victory over Ecuador

Neymar and Pato each bagged a brace in Brazil’s Copa America victory over Ecuador. The victory sees Brazil progress to the next round of the Copa America, after a shakey start which saw them draw their opening two matches. Brazil will face Paraguay in the quarter finals, where they will look to record a victory after a 2-2 draw in the group stage. The squads lined up as follows: Brazil: Julio... 

Copa America 2011: Why the Lionel Messi Backlash Is Senseless and Unwarranted

Despite playing at home and having arguably the greatest group of players in the world right now, Argentina unexpectedly struggled to advance to the quarterfinals of the Copa America. They managed to secure the second place in their group with a win over Costa Rica and are now set to play World Cup semifinalists Uruguay in the quarterfinals on Saturday. For some reason, the critics seem to have decided... 

Novak Djokovic: 5 Reasons He Just Might Win More Majors Than Nadal and Federer

Before I get to the meat and potatoes of my argument, let me clear up what I can already anticipate being a point of contention. I am in no way saying that Djokovic is more talented or is a more complete player than Nadal or Federer. I don’t think I could make a legitimate case that he is either of those things. What I’m saying is that he has a real shot to be more successful than either... 

US Open: Why It’s the Purest Grand Slam in Tennis

The US Open in the purest Grand Slam in tennis. The Australian Open happens so early in the year that it favors quick starters and the fittest players who don’t need long recovery times after the previous season. The French Open is biased towards Rafael Nadal (maybe Spanish players in general, but pretty much just Rafa), and Wimbledon is tailor made for big servers and power games.  Recently,... 

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