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Every year a fresh crop of talented tennis players emerge from the juniors or ITF circuit to challenge the ATP and WTA Tours’ best. Only a handful go on to become superstars. Who are the tennis stars of tomorrow? What separates one young talent from another? Identifying up-and-coming players requires an assessment of the past, present and future. What types of players, based on size and style,...
Published: August 25, 2014
Serena Williams‘ outburst at the 2009 U.S. Open was the most documented quote of her career. However, it’s an exception to an otherwise long list of inspirational, reflective, prophetic and even whimsical sayings from the 17-time Grand Slam champion. An admitted prankster with an often wry sense of humor, Williams wears her emotions on her sleeve. The following represent her best...
Published: August 25, 2014
Roger Federer enters the 2014 U.S. Open seeking his 18th Grand Slam. After hundreds of matches, he’s probably been quoted more than any tennis player in the history of the sport. Federer’s country-club swagger and debonair delivery may give fans the impression that he is all work, no play. Of course he handles himself with class and professionalism. However, beneath the...
Published: August 25, 2014
For the second season in succession, the podium ceremony of a Belgian Grand Prix was greeted with boos. But this year it was Nico Rosberg, not Sebastian Vettel (for once), on the receiving end after the Mercedes driver collided with his teammate, Lewis Hamilton, on the second lap of the race. And unlike in 2013, there was no Greenpeace protest to lighten the mood. It is a pity that a venue as iconic,...
Published: August 25, 2014
The eyes of the tennis world turn to Gotham City for the final Grand Slam of 2014. The 2014 U.S. Open kicks off play Monday with some of the biggest names in the tournament. Rafael Nadal won’t be able to defend his crown after pulling out of the tournament with a wrist injury. That opens the door for somebody new to topple the established order, but don’t be surprised if you see a men’s...
Published: August 25, 2014
Following another disappointing finish to the major season, Tiger Woods has decided to part ways with Sean Foley, his swing coach for the last four years. The 14-time major winner released a statement on the decision, per TigerWoods.com. Sean is one of the outstanding coaches in golf today, and I know he will continue to be successful with the players working with him. With my next tournament not...
Published: August 25, 2014
The 2014 Barclays led to a huge shake-up at the top of the FedEx Cup standings. Hunter Mahan, who has five top-10 finishes this year, won his first tournament of the season and emerged as the top player in the FedEx Cup. PGA Tour provides a look at the result and movement for Mahan: After winning two straight majors and three tournaments in a row, Rory McIlroy slid down to second. The Northern Irishman...
Published: August 25, 2014
A new season has begun, and the World Cup in Brazil, where Louis van Gaal‘s Netherlands finished third, is well and truly behind us. While Van Gaal is now working on a new challenge, trying to spark Manchester United back to life, the Dutch have appointed former Chelsea manager Guus Hiddink as their new boss. Parts of Hiddink‘s job will be relatively straightforward: Players like Robin...
Published: August 25, 2014
Both the Rugby Championship and ITM Cup competitions continued their rampages in front of the rugby spotlight this weekend as the sport’s attentions remain fixed on matters south of the equator. New Zealand did away with the demons of their 12-12 draw in Sydney a week ago to dish out a far more convincing 51-20 beating of Australia at Eden Park. However, it was South Africa’s slim 33-31...
Published: August 25, 2014
For the first time in the tournament, America didn’t win and instead left with a scoreless draw with Chiapas. Atlas also failed to win, and is now third in the general table. Morelia sit last in the general table and are the only side that has yet to win this season, as Universidad de Guadalajara finally grabbed three points on home soil. UNAM couldn’t win despite having a new coach...