Power Ranking Europe’s Top 10 Clubs: Toulouse on the Rise

The last Heineken Cup weekend of 2013 was a thriller. Last-gasp victories for Leicester and Munster in France were the highlights of a round that has teed up the pool stage for a dramatic climax in January. And in Dublin, we saw Northampton turn the form book on its head with a redeeming win over big guns Leinster. Here’s how the weekend shook up the top 10. Begin Slideshow  Read More →

Americans Abroad Wrap: Sacha Kljestan and Terrence Boyd Both Score

It was a week of big ups and downs for Americans playing abroad with goals for Sacha Kljestan and Terrence Boyd, but a number of disastrous performances elsewhere. John Anthony Brooks and Jozy Altidore suffered through poor showings for their respective clubs and Eric Lichaj appears to have lost the faith of his manager at Nottingham Forest.  There’s also transfer news on Clint Dempsey,... 

Formula 1 Drivers Pick Personalised Numbers for First Time

For the first time in Formula One, drivers will be allowed to pick a number for their car which will last their entire careers—and the first few drivers have already made their preferences known. The rule change was one of the less-publicised FIA directives, coming out at the same time as the “double points” rule, which has been dominating discussion amongst fans of the sport. Drivers... 

Formula 1 Drivers Pick Personalised Numbers for First Time

For the first time in Formula One, drivers will be allowed to pick a number for their car which will last their entire careers—and the first few drivers have already made their preferences known. The rule change was one of the less-publicised FIA directives, coming out at the same time as the “double points” rule, which has been dominating discussion amongst fans of the sport. Drivers... 

Heineken Cup 2013: Predictions for Sunday Fixtures and Recap of Saturday Results

As we pass the halfway stage in the Heineken Cup 2013 pool phases, the serious business of rugby is not far off now. Teams know they must finish top of their pool to qualify; otherwise, they are forced to rely on being one of the top point-scoring second-place teams. So points are key, and performances are crucial. That was evident in Saturday’s round of games as we were treated to some marvelous... 

Heineken Cup 2013: Predictions for Sunday Fixtures and Recap of Saturday Results

As we pass the halfway stage in the Heineken Cup 2013 pool phases, the serious business of rugby is not far off now. Teams know they must finish top of their pool to qualify; otherwise, they are forced to rely on being one of the top point-scoring second-place teams. So points are key, and performances are crucial. That was evident in Saturday’s round of games as we were treated to some marvelous... 

Formula 1 and the Relationship Between Death, Danger, Safety and Popularity

The biggest problem with modern Formula One, despite what you may read elsewhere, is not Pirelli, nor the difficulty of passing without the drag reduction system, nor the financial struggles of various teams. It is the lack of danger. The spectre of death no longer hangs over every Grand Prix and, while this is certainly a positive development, it has robbed Grand Prix racing of some of its essence. Indeed,... 

Formula 1 and the Relationship Between Death, Danger, Safety and Popularity

The biggest problem with modern Formula One, despite what you may read elsewhere, is not Pirelli, nor the difficulty of passing without the drag reduction system, nor the financial struggles of various teams. It is the lack of danger. The spectre of death no longer hangs over every Grand Prix and, while this is certainly a positive development, it has robbed Grand Prix racing of some of its essence. Indeed,... 

Women’s Tennis Players Facing the Most Pressure in 2014

With the start of the 2014 season around the corner, the WTA’s top players are facing tremendous pressure. For some, the pressure is self-imposed. For others, the pressure forms under the hefty weight of high expectations.  Every player feels some pressure to improve. But there are those who are under increased scrutiny based on their rank, poor play or celebrity. Simona Halep, ranked No.... 

Heineken Cup 2013: Predictions for Weekend Fixtures and Recap of Friday Results

The Heineken Cup takes centre stage once again this weekend, with Cardiff Blues, Glasgow Warriors, Ospreys and Castres all ensuring the action got off with an early bang on Friday. However, the bulk of this weekend’s fixtures await, with the giants of Ireland, France, England, Wales and Italy all waiting with bated breath to find out their European fates. This week could bring about our first... 

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