A Simple Solution to the Problems with Formula 1’s Radio Ban

The biggest story from the European Grand Prix in Baku, Azerbaijan, was not Nico Rosberg’s win, nor Sergio Perez’s unlikely podium; it was the backlash against the FIA’s ban on radio messages from teams giving advice to their drivers. Mercedes’ Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari’s Kimi Raikkonen both had engine problems and grew increasingly frustrated when their engineers could... 

Gerard Pique Responds to Claims He Stuck Middle Finger Up During Spain Anthem

Gerard Pique has hit back at claims that he stuck his middle finger up during Spain’s national anthem ahead of their defeat to Croatia at Euro 2016 on Tuesday, and he branded the accusations “stupid.” He explained on Twitter that television cameras had caught him in the act of crossing his fingers rather than making an obscene gesture, as translated by Sport: “I’m... 

Sloppy Spain Build Their Own Euro 2016 Mountain as They Swap Paths with Croatia

The net bulged and those behind it erupted in euphoria. In front of them, Spain’s David De Gea sat on the turf in shock, his arm pointing despairingly at a team-mate, his head quickly dropping.  On his back was No. 13, which seemed fitting: 13 seconds had just changed the entire tournament.  At the other end to begin the sequence, Sergio Busquets had played in Aritz Aduriz on the... 

Why Wimbledon 2016 Is Crucial to Serena Williams’ Pursuit of Steffi Graf

World No. 1 Serena Williams continues her pursuit of the legendary Steffi Graf as she looks to tie the German legend with her 22nd career major at Wimbledon 2016. The American superstar is a six-time and defending champion at the All England Club. But being the favorite is not an easy burden to carry as the 34-year-old looks to slow down the setting of her dominance of the WTA tour. Since her disappointing... 

Lionel Messi Fan Live-Tweets, Periscopes Pitch Invasion During USA vs. Argentina

An Argentina supporter who ran onto the pitch to meet Lionel Messi during the team’s 4-0 win over the United States outlined his plan on Twitter beforehand and got a friend to Periscope the event from his account. Here is the moment in question from the Copa America semi-final on Tuesday at NRG Stadium in Houston, per the Catalan Giant: As Dermot Corrigan of ESPN FC reported, the pitch invader... 

Rory McIlroy Withdraws from 2016 Rio Olympics over Zika Virus Fears

Four-time major winner Rory McIlroy has confirmed he will not compete for Ireland at the summer’s 2016 Rio Olympics because of the threat of the Zika virus. Sky News reported the news: The Olympic Council of Ireland said it was “extremely disappointed” at McIlroy‘s decision to withdraw but understands the golfer’s reasoning, per The Independent’s Cormac Byrne. Golf... 

Ezequiel Lavezzi Injury: Updates on Argentina Forward’s Arm and Return

Argentina’s Ezequiel Lavezzi will miss the 2016 Copa America final after fracturing his arm in a nasty touchline fall during the Albiceleste’s 4-0 dismantling of hosts USA in Tuesday’s first semi-final, per ESPN FC. Continue for updates. Lavezzi Absence Tempered by Squad Depth Wednesday, June 22 The former Paris Saint-Germain forward scored the third-minute opener for Argentina... 

Cristiano Ronaldo Should Be Commended for Trying so Hard, Not Mocked for It

As far as easy targets go Cristiano Ronaldo is about as easy as they come. He might be one of this generation’s finest footballers, boasting three Ballons d’Or, three Champions League trophies and countless other accolades to his name, but the winger doesn’t just run around with the No. 7 on his back. There’s a target there too.  That target has been struck rather hard... 

Joshua Kimmich, Mario Gomez Revitalise Germany’s Attack in Northern Ireland Win

There are two ways to look at Germany’s 1-0 win over Northern Ireland and, more importantly, the much-improved performance of the world champions at the Parc des Princes in Paris on Tuesday. On the one hand, they only beat Northern Ireland. The Green and White Army fought bravely, but ultimately they were so limited that Germany’s Toni Kroos alone completed more passes than the... 

The Lionel Messi Show: On-Fire Argentina Down USMNT to Make Copa America Final

Just when you think Lionel Messi cannot possibly get any better, he goes straight out and proves otherwise. The Argentina star put in yet another display of the highest quality to down the United States 4-0 and send the Albiceleste strolling into the Copa America Centenario final.  The hundredth edition of the world’s longest-running international competition lends itself to a history lesson... 

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