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Uwa Echiejile scored twice, and Nnamdi Oduamadi bagged a hat-trick in Nigeria’s 6-1 win over Tahiti in Monday’s Group B contest, although the hero of Belo Horizonte was Jonathan Tehau, who scored for the Oceania side early in the second half. The second round of matches in this installment of the Confederations Cup will begin on Wednesday when Fortaleza welcomes Brazil and Mexico, while...
Published: June 17, 2013
Don’t go kicking dirt on Roger Federer‘s grave just yet. Just when everyone had started shaking the hourglass to see if there was any time remaining in Federer’s viability among the world’s best, the 31-year-old Swiss star has picked himself out of the rubble. On Sunday, Federer defeated Mikhail Youzhny to win the 2013 Gerry Weber Open in Germany. And while it would...
Published: June 17, 2013
Words like “tortured” and “emptiness” are being thrown around about Phil Mickelson after taking home his sixth second-place finish at a U.S. Open. Even Phil used the word “heartbreak” in the wake of the loss. As he should. There’s a distinction that needs to be made between the perception of Phil Mickelson’s Sunday at the U.S. Open and his future....
Published: June 17, 2013
In the wake of an absolutely horrid performance in the U.S. Open his past weekend, it’s time for Tiger Woods to stop shrugging off the results and take a long, hard look at what’s gone so terribly wrong for him in major championships. First and foremost, he can start by letting go of his Jack Nicklaus chase and focusing on winning just the major in front of him. No matter how bad he wants...
Published: June 17, 2013
Confidence is the biggest key to Rafael Nadal‘s game. And after cruising to an eighth career French Open title earlier this month, Rafa looks ready to challenge for a third Wimbledon crown. The numbers have been unfathomable since Nadal returned from a seven-month layoff last February. He’s played in nine tournaments this year, reaching nine finals and winning seven titles, including a...
Published: June 17, 2013
A handful of tennis’ best players will be on display in Eastbourne this week, taking part in one of the most anticipated grass-court tournaments of the season, the 2013 AEGON International. With the 2013 Wimbledon Championships right around the corner, time is running out for players to find their groove on the faster-playing grass. Not everyone will make a smooth transition from red clay, but...
Published: June 17, 2013
Just like the French Open, the draw at Wimbledon is going to go a long way in deciding how the prestigious tournament plays out. At Roland Garros, Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal competed in the semifinals in one of the best matches of the year. Unfortunately, the finals ended up being a letdown, as Nadal defeated David Ferrer in straight sets. Fans will hope for a little more balance in the bracket...
Published: June 17, 2013
Roger Federer finally got the much-needed championship he has been seeking since he claimed the Western & Southern Open in Cincinnati back in August of last year. It comes just in time, as Wimbledon 2013 is just around the corner. The Swiss superstar at last garnered his first victory in 11 tournaments, overcoming Mikhail Youzhny at the Gerry Weber Open in Halle, Germany. It was exactly the slump-buster...
Published: June 17, 2013
With Wimbledon just a week away, there are plenty of tune-up tournaments commencing this week. One certainly worth keeping an eye on is the Topshelf Open. While the Topshelf doesn’t boast a full slate of elite talent, former winners David Ferrer and Roberta Vinci will highlight the men’s and women’s field in a tournament with several intriguing players all capable...
Published: June 17, 2013
Rory McIlroy‘s run of dismal performances continued at the 2013 U.S. Open. The Northern Irishman and former No. 1 player in the world shot a six-over-par round of 76 on Sunday, finishing the tournament at Merion‘s East Course with a score of 14-over par and in 41st place. Merion abused other top golfers, too. Tiger Woods, Matt Kuchar and Sergio Garcia are among those who were overwhelmed...