Breaking Down the Biggest Problems with the Official World Golf Rankings

The Official World Golf Rankings need a mulligan. Actually, they need the whole nine yards: upgrade to a tech-savvy set of clubs, a fresh pair of shoes and a brand new wardrobe (hopefully not inspired by Rickie Fowler). And a hat. Look, no system is perfect, but the flaws embedded in golf’s world rankings have become egregious to the point of distorting the reality of today’s golf... 

How Worrisome Is Maria Sharapova’s Rocky Start with New Coach Jimmy Connors?

Maria Sharapova raised a lot of eyebrows when she brought Jimmy Connors on as her coach earlier this summer. Tuesday, on their team debut, she raised a lot of doubts after being upset by Sloane Stephens 2‑6, 7‑6, 6‑3 in the second round of the Western and Southern Open. That was certainly not the start the dynamic duo was hoping for. After her shocking second-round loss at Wimbledon,... 

International Friendly Wrap: Suarez Scores, Brazil Lose, Altidore Bags 3

The mid-August FIFA date might be a point of contention for many club managers, but despite the competitive pointlessness of many of the matches, several of them have produced moments of pure entertainment that will remain on the highlight reels for days. Wednesday’s fixtures were no exception. From Japan—where Luis Suarez found the back of the net against the Blue Samurai—to Ecuador—where... 

USA vs. Bosnia-Herzogovina: USMNT Stars Who Had Most Impressive Showings

Football, as they say, is a game of two halves. It’s one of the most tired cliches you could possibly hear about the sport, as if any match would ever not be a game of two halves. Occasionally, there is that one match where that same tired cliche couldn’t be any more accurate. By the time the first half was over in the United States’ friendly against Bosnia-Herzegovina, US supporters... 

US Soccer: What Fans Can Realistically Take Away from Bosnia Win

On Wednesday afternoon, the United States men’s national team added to the collective soccer high that Americans have been on for almost two months now.  The high was felt all through the Yanks’ dominating run and championship in the CONCACAF Gold Cup and was carried on with the news of Clint Dempsey‘s surprise transfer to Major League Soccer and the Seattle Sounders earlier... 

Belgium vs. France: 6 Things We Learned

Belgium and France’s 0-0 draw at the King Baudouin Stadium in Brussels on Wednesday saw neither side able to break the deadlock.  In a relatively entertaining encounter, both were guilty of not taking their best chances in game that promised much but ultimately delivered very little. Marc Wilmots’ Belgian side will be able to take more from the result and will be pleased at having... 

Wales 0-0 Republic of Ireland: Score & Post-Match Reaction

With Gareth Bale watching from the stands, Wales and the Republic of Ireland battled to a scoreless draw in Cardiff on Wednesday. Sidelined with a foot injury and yet to sort out his future with Real Madrid having very publicly expressed an interest in his signature, the Welshman was exactly the sort of player his side could have used on this night. Of course, Robbie Keane could have been of use to... 

Novak Djokovic in Excellent Shape to Claim Historic Title in Cincinnati

Novak Djokovic is on the cusp of doing something no tennis player has ever done on the ATP Tour. The world’s No. 1 player got past Argentinian Juan Monaco in the second round of the Western & Southern Open in Cincinnati on Wednesday, winning in straight sets, 7-5, 6-2. This is the only ATP World Tour Masters 1000 tournament the Djoker hasn’t won, as noted by ATPWorldTour.com. Should... 

Rating the Spain Players in Their 2-0 Victory over Ecuador

Spain eased to a 2-0 victory over Ecuador in international friendly action on Wednesday despite defensive troubles. La Roja had to do without several regular stars but did not miss a step as four Spaniards made their international debuts. Ecuador put pressure on the Spanish throughout the match but was eventually outclassed by a stronger side. Fans got a good look at the future of Spain but may not... 

Spain vs. Ecuador: Score, Grades and Post-Match Reaction

Spain was dominant once again on the international level as it defeated Ecuador 2-0 in a road friendly. This was an emotional match for Ecuador as it was the first one the team has played since the tragic death of star player Christian Benitez. The player—who wore No. 11 for the squad—was honored at the 11-minute mark, as noted by Phil Kitromilides of Real Madrid TV: Once play continued,... 

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