Why the 2015 Grass-Court Season Is Crucial for Rafael Nadal

Rafael Nadal‘s fall from grace has been precipitous and swift. Once a regular participant on championship Sundays, he’s won only a single title (Buenos Aires) in the last year. A litany of physical ailments pestered him at the end of 2014, but his recent on-court woes are even more concerning. Bullied by his peers, he dropped a half-dozen matches on the red dirt this season. For perspective,... 

Marcos Pizzelli Hits Sensational Free-Kick Goal for Armenia vs. Portugal

What a hit, Marcos Pizzelli!  Last-place Armenia took a shock lead over first-place Portugal in their Group I qualifying match through a sensational hit from Pizzelli.  The Brazilian-born hitman struck a powerful shot to the upper right-hand corner from way out.  Some could make the argument that Portugal goalkeeper Rui Patricio should have done better with the effort.  The lead... 

Cristiano Ronaldo Signs Autographs for 2 Young Pitch Invaders

Armenia have almost no chance of qualifying for Euro 2016, but when Cristiano Ronaldo comes to town, the fans will flock.  Portugal travelled to Armenia for a qualifying match that pit first place in Group I against last place in the group, but a few young Armenian fans showed that Ronaldo was the main attraction.  Before the match, two youngsters invaded the pitch as the teams were warming... 

Uruguay vs. Jamaica: Live Score, Highlights from Copa America

FT: Uruguay 1 (Rodriguez 52) Jamaica 0 Cristian Rodriguez scored the only goal of the game as Uruguay got their Copa America defence off to a shaky start in Group B. Rodriguez slotted home in the 52nd minute, but Oscar Tabarez’s team were far from convincing in their opening match. Indeed, if Darren Mattocks had held his nerve with one gilt-edge chance for the Reggae Boys in the first half, it... 

Carlos Tevez Showers Praise on Argentina Team-Mate Lionel Messi

In Carlos Tevez‘s words, the rumours of a long-standing row between him and Argentina team-mate Lionel Messi are just that: rumours.  In the buildup to Argentina’s Copa America opener against Paraguay, Tevez not only rubbished the rumblings, which have been previously documented by Jonathan Wilson of the Guardian, but he showered heavy praise on the Barcelona star. “He who... 

Fernando Alonso’s 2015 Canadian GP Radio Outburst Highlights His Biggest Flaw

Fernando Alonso‘s eyes will have lit up when he learned of Felipe Massa and Sebastian Vettel’s demise in qualifying at last weekend’s Canadian Grand Prix. Handicapped by the limitations of McLaren’s MP4-30, the two-time world champion had spent much of his first five races of 2015 racing alone, he and team-mate Jenson Button cut adrift from the pack as their employers troubleshoot... 

European U21 Championship 2015: Sweden Team Guide

The 2015 European U21 Championship kicks off on June 17 in Prague, giving us football fans a welcome reprieve from tedious summer transfer links and a lack of competitive domestic football. This exciting tournament is where some of tomorrow’s stars announce themselves, and the squads selected for it ooze class and quality. In 2013, Thiago Alcantara, Isco, Asier Illarramendi and more all... 

Sweden on the Verge of a Disastrous Exit from the Women’s World Cup

After two games in Group D, Sweden are on the verge of a World Cup disaster. With just two points, they are third bottom of the group and face a very tough test against Australia in the final game to try to squeeze into the last 16. It started so well. After 31 minutes of their opening game, Pia Sundhage’s side were 2-0 up on Nigeria, showing their tactical dominance by scoring from two well-worked... 

Nico Hulkenberg Interview: Talking Le Mans and His Formula 1 Future

MONTREAL — It is one of the great mysteries of the modern world, like Bigfoot or the Loch Ness monster: Why has the extremely talented Nico Hulkenberg spent his entire Formula One career languishing with midfield teams while other drivers have progressed up the grid? For some insight, we turned to the man himself who, in addition to his F1 duties with Force India, is channelling his inner Graham... 

Mexico and Raul Jimenez Must Offer More in Copa America After Bolivia Bore Draw

He had a good look, but that’s about as close as it got. Referee Enrique Caceres was on the scene but waved away Javier Aquino’s appeal for a penalty. Edward Zenteno barely made any contact with the Mexican, and he was already falling to the turf before the Bolivian defender tried to make his challenge. Mexico had one other penalty appeal, too, when Javier Guemez had his legs swept from... 

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