Why Alex Song Retirement Represents a Major Failure for Cameroon

As is increasingly the case ahead of a major international tournament, African national team’s squad announcements are accompanied by player retirements. Ahead of the 2013 Cup of Nations, Ghana’s Ayew brothers, Andre and Jordan, called time on their Black Stars careers after being ignored by Kwesi Appiah. Before the 2014 World Cup, Seydou Doumbia of the Ivory Coast decided to withdraw himself... 

Why Roger Federer Will Win a Grand Slam Tournament in 2015

At 33 years old, world number two Roger Federer is playing better than most could have expected at this stage of his career. A 17-time Grand Slam winner already, Federer will continue to defy the odds and contend for Majors in 2015. Fed’s 2014 season showed the ATP’s most accomplished player of all-time still has plenty left in the tank. After a disappointing 2013 outing in which he won... 

What Rafa Nadal’s Latest Defeat Means for Australian Open Hopes

Rafael Nadal‘s hopes of a strong showing at the Australian Open can be called into question after the Spaniard suffered a shock defeat to Michael Berrer in Round 1 of the Qatar Open on Tuesday. Despite a commanding start in the opening set, Nadal allowed Berra—ranked 127th in the world—to recover and win 1-6, 6-3, 6-4. Speaking after the game, Nadal admitted there was a chance he... 

Sauber’s 2015 F1 Driver Line-Up Brings a Combination of Talent and Sponsorship

The Sauber Formula One team has faced financial difficulties in recent years. Along with fellow independent teams like Force India and Lotus, the Swiss outfit has struggled with rising costs while continuing to receive a small piece of the F1 financial pie. For 2015, though, it appears their money troubles may be taken care of. Roger Benoit, of the Swiss newspaper Blick, is reporting that the... 

2015 PGA Tour: Is the Winless Generation Ready to Start Winning?

Throughout the history of professional golf, winning has always been the ticket to fame, fortune and historical significance. Everyone knows that Bobby Jones won all four of the tournaments that were considered to be major championships in 1930.    However, can anyone name the player, aside from Jones, who had the most top-10 finishes in those four tournaments? Didn’t think so. Everyone... 

10 Things for Argentina Fans to Look Forward to in 2015

The last 12 months were nearly historic for the Argentina national team. Fired by four goals from captain Lionel Messi, La Albiceleste marched all the way to the World Cup final where an extra-time goal from Mario Gotze finally ended their dreams of a third trophy. Despite that eventual defeat, it was a gritty, tenacious campaign from Alejandro Sabella’s men.  There is no time for the... 

3 Birthday Wishes for Lewis Hamilton

The wonder kid who took Formula One by storm back in 2007 is a kid no more. Today (Jan. 7) marks Lewis Hamilton‘s 30th birthday, a milestone that was almost unthinkable when the 2006 GP2 champion, then at the age of 22, surged to a podium finish in his first race for McLaren in Australia. Since then, the road has been one of highs and lows as the British driver has been forced to mature in front... 

Why 2015 Formula 1 Testing Will Be Most Important to McLaren

The three pre-season Formula One tests will be critically important to all the teams, but McLaren have far more to gain or lose than anyone else. The Woking squad are taking a step into the unknown in 2015. Fernando Alonso has arrived from Ferrari and the exceptional Mercedes engine which powered the team’s cars last season has gone. In its place is a barely tested motor from new engine partner... 

Mexico National Team Players with Points to Prove in 2015 Liga MX Clausura

The 2015 Clausura starts on January 9 and it will be the perfect opportunity for several Mexico national team footballers to make amends with their clubs. Some of these footballers missed the 2014 Apertura due to injury, while others failed to meet the expectations. In any case, the new Liga MX season gives them the chance to redeem themselves and hopefully secure a spot in El Tri’s starting... 

Why There’s Nothing Wrong with Big Prize-Money Disparities in Tennis

Professional tennis has an elitist problem. At least that’s what some would like you to think. As prize money climbs to all-time highs, so have grumblings about disparities. There’s talk of a growing gap between the haves and have-nots. Earnings for the best overshadow the crumbs left for the rest. The relationship between top-ranked and lower-ranked players is akin to that of medieval... 

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