All-Star XV Who Could Be Unavailable for World Cup Selection

In the eyes of many, a Rugby World Cup is the pinnacle of any player’s career, and 2015 provides the globe’s elite with another chance to shine at the tournament, this time being hosted by England. However, politics, personal reasons and other mitigating circumstances now play as prominent a role in the international involvement of our stars as ever, and it’s easier said than done... 

Ranking the Top 20 Players in Super Rugby Regular Season

Compiling these lists always presents a challenge. Ranking a flying full-back against a towering lock is akin to comparing apples with oranges. It’s in such difficulty we find ourselves here as we look for the top 20 names of this Super Rugby season so far. Our friend, in this case, is the vast reservoir of statistics spat out during a season. And the best place to find the figures that will... 

Remembering Andre Agassi’s 1995 Summer Dominance and Decline

It was the Summer of Revenge for Andre Agassi in 1995. Decked out in his latest line of Nike clothing, but looking more like a pirate with his striped tennis shirts, facial trimmings, black socks and high-top shoes, he was the No. 1 player in the world and at the physical peak of his career. The 25-year-old Agassi was a fearsome ball striker who had finally found the right blend of patience and percentages... 

Rafael Nadal Should Equal Roger Federer’s Slam Mark in 2016

With the 2014 Wimbledon Championships fading into tennis history, the paramount question going forward still appears to be Rafael Nadal’s ability to tie or eclipse the all-time Grand Slam mark set by Roger Federer. An epic record of 17 major titles that was set over two years ago at the same site in which Federer just lost possibly his last chance at No. 18. Novak Djokovic, up 5-2 in the... 

German Grand Prix 2014: 10 Key Facts About Hockenheim

This weekend’s German Grand Prix will take place at the Hockenheimring in southwestern Germany. It is the 34th time that circuit has hosted the race. Like many of the classic European tracks, Hockenheim is a shadow of its former self, but even the redesigned track regularly draws big, passionate crowds and produces exciting races. To help get you ready for the weekend, here are 10 facts about... 

Argentina Should Stick with Sabella as Coach Rather Than Martino

He may be Argentina’s most successful manager in 24 years, but there is no guarantee Alejandro Sabella will remain in his role with the national team post-World Cup. According to Argentine sports daily Ole (Spanish language), former Barcelona and Paraguay coach Gerardo Martino has been linked with the post, but it would make more sense for Sabella to remain in order to continue to build... 

Tennis Players over 30 Years Old Most Likely to Win a Grand Slam

Roger Federer and Serena Williams have 17 Grand Slam titles each. Federer has earned more prize money than anyone in the history of tennis. Williams has earned more prize money than any woman in the history of sports. They have two other things in common. Both are 32, and each finished Wimbledon in tears. It’s tough to win a Slam after 30. Each year the body grows more weary, and the age gap... 

Ranking Roger Federer’s 5 Most Memorable Wimbledon Performances

Roger Federer will turn 33 at the beginning of next month, in the midst of a North American tour that could see this year’s beaten Wimbledon finalist clinch his 18th Grand Slam title in New York. Even in what is supposedly the twilight of his illustrious career, Federer has no interest in slowing down. Cruising through to the Wimbledon final in a vein of form that resembled some of his finest... 

10 Bold Predictions for New Liga MX Season

The 2014 Apertura kicks off on Friday, July 18 with the match between Queretaro and UNAM. For 17 weeks, the Liga MX teams will fight for a place in the Liguilla. Not all of them arrive with the same momentum. For starters, Leon are the back-to-back defending champions, while Atlas and Guadalajara will fight to stay as far away as possible from the relegation zone. There are several questions surrounding... 

Why James Rodriguez Will Be a Future Ballon d’Or Contender

He may have already been well-known to Colombians and fans of the clubs he has played for, but James Rodriguez made a name of himself on the global stage with a series of sublime displays at the 2014 World Cup. With the obvious talents he possesses, and based on his performances in that tournament, the 23-year-old is surely a future contender for the FIFA Ballon d‘Or award. A club career... 

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