Novak Djokovic: ATP World Tour Finals Title Would Be Perfect End to Great Season

It’s been another successful season for Novak Djokovic. He’s won five titles, including the Australian Open, and currently holds the No. 1 ranking. An ATP World Tour Finals triumph would send him into 2013 on a high note. Expectations were through the roof entering the season because Djokovic was coming off an astonishing 2011 run, featuring three major titles and a near record-breaking undefeated streak. The added hype put a lot of pressure on his shoulders. He responded by winning the season’s first major and has continued to carve out his place in tennis history with another... 

Why Giles Morgan Whining Was the Greatest Story of the WGC-HSBC Champions

Perhaps you saw Ian Poulter pour in his par putt on the final hole at Mission Hills yesterday for his first victory of 2012 and thought, “Surely, this must be the defining story of the tournament!” Not so. Mr. Giles Morgan, Group Head of Sponsorship at HSBC, secured that distinction on Wednesday before the tournament even started with his whiny lamentation which began, “We are delighted to have 13 of the world’s top 20 here, but of course we’re disappointed not to have the two top players in the world.” The villain, if there is one, is appearance fees—more... 

U.S. Soccer Names Tom Sermanni New Women’s National Team Head Coach

Tom Sermanni will take over as the new head coach of the U.S. Women’s National Team. Sermannni served two separate stints with the Australian National Team from 1994-1997 and 2004-2012. Under his guidance the Matilda’s advanced to the quarterfinals in the 2007 and 2011 Women’s World Cup. U.S. Soccer President Sunil Gulati had this to say about the new leader of the squad: “He has the knowledge, experience and vision to take on the challenge of keeping our team at the top of the world. He has a tremendous passion for the game, knows the American players, understands our... 

Federer Seeks Title and Ranking Defense Against Djokovic and Murray

This week sees the start of what has been named by Roger Federer a “crazy three weeks.” It certainly will be, at least for him. While his closest rivals for the closing moments of 2012, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray, lie exhausted after their epic close at the Shanghai Masters, they must also lie contented with the knowledge that they are primed for the indoor offensive. Djokovic, the world No. 2, stands just shy of 300 points from Federer’s No. 1 ranking—indeed, year-end No. 1 ranking—having to defend less than 400 points between now and the end of the year. Federer... 

Poland vs. England: Young Players Who Have the Most at Stake

England and Poland were not able to play their 2014 World Cup qualifying match on Tuesday because it was postponed due to rain, so the match will be played on Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. ET. When the match finally gets underway, there will be a number of young players for the Three Lions who have a lot at stake in this match. These guys need to prove to manager Roy Hodgson that they not only belong in the team, but should also play an important role in the squad. Let’s look at three of these players.   Andy Carroll The West Ham striker was in the England squad at Euro 2012, and even played... 

Portugal vs Azerbaijan: Time, TV Info & Live Stream for 2014 World Cup Qualifier

Portugal began its road toward the 2014 World Cup on Friday with a victory over Luxembourg. The team now returns home to face an overmatched Azerbaijan squad in what should be an easy three points if all goes according to plan. The main competition for Portugal during the group stage will be Russia. Both teams are fighting for the top spot to earn an automatic berth in the World Cup without having to go through the playoff round. So every point matters. Here’s a look at all the important viewing information for Tuesday’s clash, followed by a preview and prediction for the 2014 World... 

Tiger Woods Flirts with Course Record During Opening Round of Deutsche Bank

Tiger Woods flashed the form which helped him reach the pinnacle of golf on Friday in the first round of the Deutsche Bank Championship. He finished ahead of the pack thanks to a seven-under 64. His score was just three strokes off the course record of 61, which is held by Vijay Singh and Mike Weir. Both of those players finished second in the tournaments they shot the low rounds in. Coming off yet another disappointing weekend performance at the Barclays, Woods was on target from the moment he stepped on the course at TPC Boston. His iron play, which has been a thorn in his side all season, was... 

US Open Tennis 2012: Andy Murray Must Regain Gold-Medal Momentum to Take Title

As the top players in the tennis world (minus Rafael Nadal) descend on Flushing Meadows for the 2012 U.S. Open championship, there is no player with more to prove than fourth-ranked Andy Murray. Still major-less but with the Wimbledon monkey finally off of his back after winning the gold medal at the 2012 Summer Olympics, Murray looked to be on his way to a dominant final quarter of the season. En route to the championship, the 25-year-old Scottish star destroyed both world No. 1 Roger Federer and world No. 2 Novak Djokovic in straight sets. But while Federer and Djokovic have recovered from their... 

Ernie Els: Where 2012 British Open Victory Ranks Among Golfer’s Other Major Wins

Ernie Els‘ 2012 British Open championship this past weekend was by far the most impressive victory of his golfing career. Els was completely under the radar until the final few holes at Royal Lytham & St. Annes during Sunday’s final round. His superb play down the stretch and Adam Scott’s collapse on the final four holes (Scott bogeyed each) opened the door for the South African to win his second career Open Championship and fourth career major tournament.   Best of Them All Although Els has had some dramatic, heart-pounding victories in majors throughout his career,... 

15 Most Disastrous Major Golf Tournament Performances of All Time

With the greatest of tournaments comes the greatest of pressure. More people watching means more people there to see you fail. An optimistic attitude and a steely reserve can do a player wonders, but even the best of them get tripped up under the spotlight of a major championship. That is the ultimate cruelty: at any point, to any player, the heat of the moment in a major can strike them down. This is the guiding philosophy behind this forthcoming list. Whether it be a collapse over a whole tournament, a whole day or even just one hole, these are the 15 worst major championship performances ever... 

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