Australian Open 2013: Showcasing Most Impressive Performances Thus Far

There haven’t been too many surprises at the 2013 Australian Open. All of the world’s biggest names are still around and are preparing for an exciting finish at Melbourne Park. But who of those big names is cruising and dominating on his or her way to the trophy? Let’s take a look at some of the names who have really stood out thus far down under.   Roger Federer Roger Federer... 

Australian Open 2013: David Ferrer Hopeless vs Novak Djokovic After Five-Set Win

David Ferrer showed steely resolve at the Australian Open on Tuesday, battling back from two sets down to beat Nicolas Almagro 4-6, 4-6, 7-5, 7-6 (7-4), 6-2.  When the protracted match was finally over, Ferrer threw up his arms, raised his sweat-drenched head to the skies, and let out an audible groan of exhausted relief. It was hard not to be happy for the fourth-ranked player, who broke all... 

Who Has More to Prove Right Now: Tiger Woods or Rory McIlroy?

The 2013 PGA Tour season is has only just begun and both Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods have things to prove.  It’s the young Ulsterman, however, who has the most to prove in the wake of a major equipment change and atrocious play last week in Abu Dhabi. Woods, for his part—as he returns to the scene of his last major championship victory—needs to prove that his missed cut last... 

Roger Federer Will Survive Tough Match Against Jo-Wilfried Tsonga in Quarters

Do you really think Roger Federer is going to lose to Jo-Wilfried Tsonga in an Australian Open quarterfinal?  Because I don’t. On history alone, I’m willing to bet Federer will win this match, though it certainly won’t be interesting. How do I know? Pick a factoid, any factoid. It could be because Federer has advanced to the semifinals nine straight times at the Australian... 

Australian Open 2013: What to Watch for in Novak Djokovic-David Ferrer Semifinal

One half of the Australian Open semifinals will feature a quarterfinal rematch from last year, as Novak Djokovic and David Ferrer will square off. Djokovic took four sets to dispose of Tomas Berdych, while Ferrer needed to go the distance to take care of Nicolas Almagro in the quarters. Their Aussie Open conquests had been polar opposites before the quarters; Djokovic was almost stunned by Stanislas... 

Federer vs. Tsonga: King Fed’s Serve Will Prove Too Much for Frenchman

Roger Federer will take on Frenchman Jo-Wilfried Tsonga in the quarterfinals of the 2013 Australian Open as they both vie for a spot in the final four of the tournament. The pair have played each other on 11 occasions with the Swiss maestro winning eight of them, including at the semifinals of the 2010 Australian Open. And whilst both will feel they have a great chance to push through to the final... 

African Cup of Nations: 6 Things We Learned from First Round of Group Matches

With all teams having been introduced to the watching world, and the four Afcon groups beginning to take shape, Bleacher Report’s African expert Ed Dove responds to the action with six things he’s learned from the opening round of group matches. Bleacher Report would love to hear your views on the tournament so far—comment below with your observations, your questions and the things... 

Scolari’s Brazil Side to Face England Includes Ronaldinho; Excludes Kaka, Rafael

Ronaldinho is set to make his first appearance for Brazil in 16 months after being called into the national team side that will face England at Wembley on February 6. Manager Luis Felipe Scolari, who guided the Seleção to a fifth World Cup title in 2002, revealed the roster on Tuesday in Rio de Janeiro—the first time he has picked a Brazil squad since being appointed to succeed... 

Australian Open 2013 Schedule: Day 10 TV Schedule, Matches and Bracket Guide

A match that represents the past, present and possibly the future of American women’s tennis is one of the highlights of Day 10 at the Australian Open. No. 3 seed and tournament favorite Serena Williams has steamrolled her way into the quarterfinals, but 19-year-old Sloane Stephens will try to deny Williams her sixth Australian Open title. Williams has dominated women’s tennis for the better... 

Roger Federer Still Has Enough Left to Dominate 2013 Campaign

It has been a bit of a Grand Slam swoon for Roger Federer the past three years on tour. Two titles in 12 Slam tournaments may be acceptable by most tennis players’ standards, but not this 17-time Grand Slam winner. Not when he’s had multiple Slam victories in half of the last decade. Nor when he holds the men’s record for most Slam finals in a career. At this point, semifinal berths... 

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