Why Novak Djokovic Will Bounce Back with London 2012 Olympic Gold

Compared to last year, 2012 has been a rather disappointing campaign for Novak Djokovic. This time last year he was world No. 1, had won eight titles including the Australian Open and Wimbledon and boasted an impressive 50-1 record. Now he has lost his No. 1 ranking to Roger Federer, has only defended two of his eight titles and has a 41-7 record. Djokovic has lost more matches this year than he did... 

London Olympics 2012: Spain and Other Teams That Will Destroy Their Groups

Olympic football doesn’t bring the same level of intensity as World Cup or European Championship competition, but the 2012 London Olympics will still boast some intriguing football matchups. While the Olympics may seem second-rate, international competition is international competition, and entire nations still care deeply about the outcome. There are 16 teams that will be vying for a medal this... 

Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray Should Smile in Light of His Wimbledon Defeat

“Getting closer.”  Those were the first words out of world No. 4 Andy Murray’s mouth as he restrained tears following his loss on Centre Court at Wimbledon. Murray was defeated 6-4, 5-7, 3-6, 4-6 by seven-time Wimbledon champion Roger Federer at the All England Club in a match that was full of brilliant shot-making and shifts in momentum. Murray, attempting to be the first British... 

Predicting England’s Starting Lineup at World Cup 2014 in Brazil

England produced a respectable if unspectacular return on their Euro 2012 campaign a month ago in Ukraine and Poland. The quarterfinal exit at the hands of Italy was about the expected level of the team, having undergone a change of manager just weeks earlier and suffering several injury concerns. It was, nonetheless, another missed opportunity for the English international side and several talented... 

Men’s Tennis: The Best Returners of the Last 25 Years

As a companion piece to my list of the ten greatest servers in tennis history, I have decided to compile a list of the game’s standout returners over the last 25 years. ‘But why only the last 25 years, James?!’ I hear you cry. My reasoning is thus: it would be unfair to compare eras that were quite distinct, in that improved racquet technology changed the sport dramatically during... 

Adidas Releases Fan Film of Euro 2012 Final Between Spain and Italy

Adidas have celebrated Spain’s Euro 2012 triumph by releasing a short film that captures its Final success against Italy from the perspective of Spanish fans watching the game in Kiev, Ukraine. This from Adidas’ PR man: Featuring the Spain players and fans watching the game in the spectacular Kiev Fanzone, the video was shot using super slow-motion cameras and cutting edge drone-mounted... 

2014 World Cup Qualifying: Predicting the Field of 32

Euro 2012 whet your appetite for the gallantry and infamy of World Football. There’s the Olympic competition in August, but most football fanatics will really only be biding their time until World Cup 2014. Destination: Brazil. A country where many of its citizens sincerely believe the cup rightfully belongs, permanently. That sense of entitlement comes from the Selecao’s capturing of the... 

Formula One: Updated Championship Odds Post-British Grand Prix

This year’s edition of Formula 1 racing has seen a remarkable seven different winners in nine races and, as such, there are many different contenders vying for the 2012 Formula 1 championship. Although some race winners, like Jenson Button, have struggled; others have parlayed their victories into momentum and a greater shot at receiving the title of world champion. Let’s take a look at... 

Novak Djokovic: Loss of Energy and Focus the Main Culprit for Recent Woes

The last few months have confirmed to the tennis world that Novak Djokovic is, in fact, a human being. After dropping his second-straight Grand Slam event to the aging Roger Federer at Wimbledon in the semis last week, it’s become clear that Djokovic has lost the intense focus and desire to be the best player in the world.   In 2011, Djokovic won three of the four Grand Slams and pulled... 

10 Teenagers Who Could Rise to Rule the 2014 World Cup in Brazil

The European Championships are over and fans all around Europe are turning their attentions back to their club sides as the major top flights prepare to kick off all over again. But, international team managers will now be casting their minds forward two years to the 2014 World Cup in Brazil. For those managers, the preparation work starts now as they bid to plot their route to the finals. Two years... 

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