Solheim Cup 2013: Major Takeaways from Exciting Tournament

The 2013 Solheim Cup came to an end Sunday, and there were some major takeaways from Europe’s dominant victory. Both teams can learn from their performances. It’s going to be tough for the United States to find positives, but there were some promising signs from the players on the squad. The weekend started off with Europe dominating and getting out to a huge lead through two days. A solid... 

Who Should Start for the USA Against Costa Rica?

The United States men’s national team have all but secured qualification for the 2014 World Cup in Brazil. Thanks to cruising through their most recent string of qualifiers, Jurgen Klinsmann’s side is playing with house money in its upcoming qualifier in Costa Rica on Sept. 6. That does not mean that this is a match Klinsmann should experiment in though. For starters, the team is currently... 

Breaking Down Matt Toomua’s Test Debut

Any debut that ends in a six-try 47-29 hammering can hardly be greeted with huge enthusiasm.  Matt Toomua was on the wrong end of an All Blacks thumping while making his Wallabies debut in the opening clash of the 2013 Rugby Championship in Sydney.  And while blame for such a heavy reversal should not be laid at feet of the Brumbies’ fly-half, the 23-year-old can only look back... 

F1 2013: Racing Legends to Appear on Video Game for First Time

Formula 1 racing games have come a long way in the last 30 years or so. I can clearly remember my first one, the imaginatively named ‘Formula One Simulator’ by Mastertronic for my 48k ZX Spectrum (remember that rubber keyboard?). Having waited five minutes for the game to load up in the tape deck, beeping and chirping away, it was something of a disappointment. Simple, blocky graphics and... 

Red Bull to Take Sebastian Vettel Route by Naming Daniel Ricciardo at Spa

Daniel Ricciardo will be named by Red Bull as Mark Webber’s replacement for the 2014 season, reports Bild newspaper, via Sky Sports.   UPDATE: Monday, August 19, at 14:55 p.m. BST Turkish media outlet Turun Sanomat claims via ESPN F1: “The negotiations with [Kimi Raikkonen and] Red Bull were not successful and ended some time ago,” Raikkonen’s manager, Steve Robertson,... 

Formula One Paddock: Latest Gossip and Rumours

From budding Brazilian F1 drivers to celebrity romances, here’s a run through some of the stories doing the rounds online this week.   Ricciardo In At Red Bull?  German news organisation Bild Sport reported over the weekend that Daniel Ricciardo has been chosen as Mark Webber’s replacement and will join triple world champion Sebastian Vettel at Red Bull. A loose translation from... 

Solheim Cup 2013 Results: Europe Dominates Points and Standings in Historic Win

Europe dominated again on Sunday en route to capturing its first Solheim Cup on U.S. soil and second straight tournament win. It also made other, perhaps more impressive history in the process. After building a commanding five-point lead heading into the final round of singles play on Sunday, the Europe women demolished the Americans, accruing 7.5 points to easily win the tournament 18-10. Their... 

Why Serena Williams’ Impact on Tennis Trumps Tiger Woods’ Impact on Golf

Nearly two decades after Serena Williams and Tiger Woods first turned pro, they are both ranked No. 1 in their sports. Already in the “Greatest of All Time” conversations, each is chasing more major championships to solidify their legacies. Yet, only Serena appears to have made the type of impact on her sport, that many believed Tiger would.   Next week, when Serena... 

2013 Solheim Cup Winners and Losers

Europe made history at the Colorado Country Club. Not only did it retain the Solheim Cup, it won it for the first time in the United States and with an advantage record of eight points. With a team of youngsters and veterans, the Europeans proved that they have more talent than is credited. The United States players did not come to the Solheim at their best with Paula Creamer, Lexi Thompson and Michelle... 

Solheim Cup 2013 Standings: Shocking Results That Shaped Europe’s Victory

The 2013 Solheim Cup reached its final day of action with Team USA a dangerous distance behind Europe. With their backs against the wall, it was going to take a legendary performance to come back and win the event. Unfortunately, it was not to be, as Europe fought off a late flurry of U.S. singles victories to take home the 2013 Solheim Cup. A stunning ending, to say the least. This marks Europe’s... 

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