Why Roger Federer’s New Racket Won’t Be Enough Against Tennis’ Best

Roger Federer’s second-round loss at Wimbledon confirmed the dwindling of his dominance. This and his drop to No. 5 in the rankings prompted the Swiss great to get with the times and change to a bigger racket, which has so far proved to be a wise choice. Federer may be seeing success in the German Tennis Championships, but when we strip away the equipment, the fact remains that he’s past... 

Predicting the Top 10 Players in the ATP Rankings at the End of 2013

The top 10 players in the world are so strong that their ranking positions often never change that much. The biggest and most unusual shifts in the Top Five this year were David Ferrer going as high as three and Roger Federer dipping as low as five. Though the ninth and 10th spots in the men’s ATP rankings are likely to change from time to time, most of the players remain close to the exclusive... 

Italian Football: 4 Young Stars with Big Futures for the Azzurri

In the three years of his tenure, one of the biggest achievements of Cesare Prandelli has been the injection of youth into the senior squad. One of Marcello Lippi’s failings during the 2010 World Cup was an over-reliance on the players who had won the 2006 championship.  Prandelli has not fallen into that trap.  Young players like Giuseppe Rossi, Leonardo Bonucci and Claudio Marchisio... 

Super 15 Rugby 2013 Fixtures: Schedule Ahead of Crucial Playoffs

No more second chances. One poor performance will wreck 20 weeks of hard work as the Super 15 Rugby rolls out its knockout phase with the dreaded playoffs. The Canterbury Crusaders, Queensland Reds, ACT Brumbies and Central Cheetahs have impressed in reaching the latter stages, but no one will remember their season if they fail to progress to the final four. Lying in wait for the two victors are the... 

Gold Cup 2013 Schedule: TV and Live Stream Info for Quarterfinals

Eight national teams are left standing in the Gold Cup. The United States was the only one to win all three of its group-stage matches, which makes it the favorite heading into the knockout rounds. The last three Gold Cup tournaments have finished with a championship match between the United States and rival Mexico. That’s once again a distinct possibility with the two CONCACAF powerhouses on... 

WTA Top 10 Dark Horses for 2013 Hard Court Season

The summer season is always a time for upcoming players to make a break through. Hard courts favor stronger and more powerful players, yet they also suite the defensive movers equally—think Kim Clijsters.  With a handful of women who are ranked lower than their talent suggests, the 2013 hard court season could be one with surprising upsets. With a combination of newcomers and veterans, this... 

Novak Djokovic Can Regain His 2011 Aura by Winning the US Open

Novak Djokovic is the No. 1 ranked ATP player, but has been unable to create a resurgence of his epic 2011 season. He has battled fatigue, injuries and galvanized opponents, but has fallen short of his Grand Slam goals. Even the most diehard Djokovic fan must be wondering if the Serbian can once again rule the ATP with an iron fist. His greatness has already been assured as one of the top ten players... 

Sepp Blatter Proves 2022 World Cup Should Never Have Gone to Qatar

In December 2010, when FIFA was voting to award the 2018 and 2022 World Cups, I had the feeling the 2022 tournament would be held in the United States. After all, the 1994 World Cup is still holds the record for highest attendance for a World Cup, and the tournament has grown from 24 to 32 teams since then. Sporting Kansas City held a watch party for the announcement at a restaurant on the Country... 

Super 15 Rugby 2013 Qualifiers: Tournament Giants Facing Early Exit

Canterbury Crusaders have dominated Super Rugby since its inception with seven titles from just 17 tournaments but their reputation as the game’s fiercest opponents is in danger if they fall in this year’s playoffs. Likewise, five-time finalists ACT Brumbies, who looked set to qualify automatically for the semifinals, must quickly recover after their shocking loss against Western Force... 

Stock Up, Stock Down for Tennis’ Top Stars

The past few years of tennis have been quite remarkable, but this season could be shaping up to be more memorable and special than the others. The power in the men’s field is constantly changing, and many new faces are eager to break out. Many thrilling matches have taken place and yet, the year is only halfway complete. The summer swing is about to get underway, and looking at athletes’... 

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