Italy National Soccer: Italian Stars That Are Impressing Outside of Serie A

Italy is distinctive amongst many of the top international sides in the world in that nearly all of the players that make up its player pool perform in its own domestic league.  There are, however, several players that make up a key part of Italy’s squad that have gotten on Cesare Prandelli’s radar by impressing in a foreign league. The following players have made themselves a name... 

Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Top 20 Grand Slam Upset Champions

It’s usually not surprising when Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic win Grand Slam titles. Talent and hard work can seem routine. Some memorable Grand Slam titles were unexpected. Occasionally this occurred with a young, potential star, but at other times a journeyman rose up for his greatest achievement. The following list ranks only remarkable upsets that culminated in an Open Era... 

Northern Trust Open 2013: Day 1 Leaderboard Analysis, Highlights and More

With ideal golfing conditions, the Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades, California was relatively defenseless as the pros strutted their stuff in the first round of the Northern Trust Open.  Matt Kuchar led the way with a brilliant round of 64, which is good for seven-under on the par-71 course. Last year, Phil Mickelson, Keegan Bradley and Bill Haas entered a playoff after finishing tied... 

Roger Federer’s 5 Keys to Avoid a Disappointing 2013

Roger Federer has certainly been playing well so far in 2013, especially given the fact that he has only been involved in two tournaments. His Australian Open run was perhaps one of the toughest of his entire career. The Swiss man was stretched to the five-set limit in back-to-back matches for the first time, ultimately succumbing in the second encounter to Andy Murray. But reaching the semifinals... 

The 10 Most Likeable Golfers on the PGA Tour

It seems that golfers, on the whole, are less polarizing figures than athletes in most major sports. It follows, then, that there are more lukewarm feelings towards those who toil on the fairways of the PGA Tour than, say, those battling it out on the NFL gridirons. However, throughout history there have been extremely likeable golfers with legions of devoted fans. Arnold Palmer is certainly the best... 

Northern Trust Open 2013: Breaking Down Favorites, Dark Horses to Win at Riviera

The action in the PGA Tour’s Northern Trust Open is just getting underway Thursday at the historic Riviera Country Club, and with plenty of golf still to play it’s worth fleshing out who the favorites and dark horses are to win at week’s end. Luke Donald is the highest-ranked player in the field at No. 3, followed by Adam Scott at No. 7, No. 8 Lee Westwood. Also featured is Bubba... 

Golf-Hating Kangaroos Delay LPGA Australian Open

While I have never been to Australia, I would like to think that it’s a magical place filled with kangaroos around every corner.  Of course, I’m talking about the soft, cuddly ones portrayed on American cartoons—not the ones that act like a gang of thugs hell-bent on delaying a nice game of golf.  Welcome to the LPGA Tour’s ISPS Handa Australian Open in Yarralumla,... 

Lydia Ko Leads ISPS Handa Australian Women’s Open at Royal Canberra

The ISPS Handa Australian Women’s Open is being held at the Royal Canberra Golf Club in Canberra, New South Wales, Australia. It is the first event of the 2013 LPGA schedule. Teen sensation Lydia Ko is continuing her stellar play from last year and is the leader after the first round. She made three bogeys in her round, but 11 birdies and an eagle on the par-5 No. 15 added up to a 10-under... 

Northern Trust Open 2013: Dates, Times, Players to Watch and More

PGA Tour golf is now in full swing, and the next stop on tour is one of the most iconic of all courses. Riviera Country Club will play host to the 2013 Northern Trust Open this weekend. With its rich history and challenging setup, the tournament should prove to be as eventful as ever. It will be hard to top Bill Haas’ sudden-death playoff finish of a year ago, but a field of 135 of the world’s... 

Female Golfer Picks Out Black Widow Venom with Tee, Finishes Round Like a Boss

Daniela Holmqvist is a rookie golfer on the Ladies European Tour, and also happens to be a cross between Chuck Norris and Bear Grylls.  Golf Digest brings us one way to take care of a pesky Black Widow bite. Apparently, you dig out the venom with a golf tee.  Holmqvist was on the fourth hole at the Royal Canberra Golf Club on Tuesday during a pre-qualifier for the LPGA... 

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