luni, 29 iunie 2015

Djokovic hoping to continue clinical form

Djokovic hoping to continue clinical form

Novak Djokovic is keen to keep up his clinical form in the key moments after coming through a tricky first-round clash against Philipp Kohlschreiber.

The defending champion and world number one - who had not played a competitive grass-court match in preparation for the third grand slam of the year - was not at his best on centre court.

But his...



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Djokovic claims hard-fought win over Kohlschreiber

Djokovic claims hard-fought win over Kohlschreiber

Novak Djokovic saw off some stubborn resistance from Philipp Kohlschreiber to move into the second round at Wimbledon with a straight-sets win.

The world number one did not see much benefit from his standing as top seed as he started his title defence with a tricky clash against the highest-ranked non-seed on Monday.

Djokovic had not played a...



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Ostapenko springs surprise by thrashing Suarez Navarro

Ostapenko springs surprise by thrashing Suarez Navarro

Teenager Jelena Ostapenko delivered the first major upset of Wimbledon 2015 in stunning fashion, taking less than an hour to record a 6-2 6-0 victory over ninth seed Carla Suarez Navarro.

Although Ostapenko, 18, was making her maiden appearance in the main draw of a grand slam on Monday, the Latvian was able to call on positive memories...



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Williams sees off plucky Gasparyan

Williams sees off plucky Gasparyan

Serena Williams shook off an out-of-sorts first-set showing to see off a plucky challenge from Margarita Gasparyan and book a place in the second round of Wimbledon with a 6-4 6-1 victory.

World number one Williams is bidding to secure a second 'Serena Slam' and complete the third leg of what could be her maiden calendar Grand Slam.

Yet, not for the...



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Nadal heads signatories as players hit out at Spanish Tennis Federation

Nadal heads signatories as players hit out at Spanish Tennis Federation

A selection of leading names in Spanish tennis have hit out at the country's governing body, with Rafael Nadal one of 32 players and coaches to have signed the statement.

Spanish Tennis Federation (RFET) president Jose Luis Escanuela has been suspended for a month pending a financial investigation, while controversy has also surrounded Gala Leon's...



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Wawrinka confident heading into Wimbledon

Wawrinka confident heading into Wimbledon

World number four Stan Wawrinka is in a buoyant mood as he prepares to get his Wimbledon campaign underway after claiming the French Open.

Wawrinka faces Joao Sousa in the first round at the All England Club on Monday, less than a month on from his second grand slam victory.

The Swiss upstaged world number one Novak Djokovic in Paris, to add the...



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Toni Nadal: Leon is upsetting Spain Davis Cup players

Toni Nadal: Leon is upsetting Spain Davis Cup players

Rafael Nadal's coach and uncle, Toni, believes the appointment of Gala Leon as Spain's Davis Cup captain has upset the players.

Speaking in September, Toni Nadal questioned the decision to name Leon as the successor to Carlos Moya following Spain's relegation from the World Group in 2014.

Leon, who was named as Spain's first female captain,...



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In-form Murray can challenge at Wimbledon - Henman

In-form Murray can challenge at Wimbledon - Henman

Former British number one Tim Henman says Andy Murray can build on his momentum from Queen's Club at Wimbledon provided he is proactive in attacking points.

Following an impressive clay-court season, which saw Murray reach the final four at the French Open after claiming clay titles in Madrid and Munich, the world number three won on the grass at Qu...



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McEnroe calls for return of 'trash-talking' in tennis

McEnroe calls for return of 'trash-talking' in tennis

John McEnroe has called for drastic changes to tennis rules which he believes would see a return of "trash-talking" and "yelling" to make the sport a more entertaining spectacle.

Animated American McEnroe developed a reputation for dishing out verbals on the court during his illustrious playing career.

And the seven-time grand-slam champion believes...



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Kvitova ready to handle Wimbledon pressure

Kvitova ready to handle Wimbledon pressure

Petra Kvitova knows her preparation for Wimbledon "wasn't perfect", but the second seed believes she can cope with the expectation of being defending champion.

The world number two won the grass court grand slam for the second time last year by beating Eugenie Bouchard in a one-sided final. 

Kvitova - who will face Kiki Bertens in the first round at...



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Safarova back from the brink to beat Riske

Safarova back from the brink to beat Riske

French Open finalist Lucie Safarova found herself on the brink of a first-round exit at Wimbledon before overcoming American Alison Riske 3-6 7-5 6-3.

The world number six produced an error-strewn opening to fall a set behind and Riske served for the match at 5-4 in the second.

But the 24-year-old world number 44 could not take her opportunity, as...



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Federer in apparent Twitter mix-up over Hewitt nationality

Federer in apparent Twitter mix-up over Hewitt nationality

Roger Federer generally keeps errors to a minimum on the tennis court, but the 17-time grand slam champion sparked amusement with an apparent Twitter mix-up on Monday.

As Lleyton Hewitt battled it out on No.2 Court in a five-set thriller with Finland's Jarkko Nieminen, Federer took to social media to pay tribute to two players featuring at the All E...



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Wawrinka comes through Sousa test

Wawrinka comes through Sousa test

Stanislas Wawrinka recorded a straight-sets victory over Joao Sousa in Wimbledon's first round for the second year running on Monday. 

In a repeat of last year's opener, the Swiss fourth seed eventually wrapped up a 6-2 7-5 7-6 (7-3) victory that had looked on course to be an extremely one-sided affair.

Targeting a third career slam, Wawrinka raced...



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Nishikori optimistic over calf injury

Nishikori optimistic over calf injury

Kei Nishikori dismissed fears that a calf injury could threaten his continued participation in Wimbledon.

The fifth seed needed almost three-and-a-half hours to see off Italy's Simone Bolelli 6-3 6-7 (4-7) 6-2 3-6 6-3 in round one on Monday.  

It was hardly an ideal situation for Nishikori, who was forced to withdraw from his pre-Wimbledon warm-up...



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Nishikori overcomes battling Bolelli and calf trouble

Nishikori overcomes battling Bolelli and calf trouble

Fifth seed Kei Nishikori needed five sets to see off Italy's Simone Bolelli at Wimbledon for the second year in succession.

The Japanese star enjoyed his most productive outing at SW19 in 2014, reaching the last 16 having overcome Bolelli in round three.

The first-round draw threw the pair together once more this time around and Nishikori eventually...



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Venus serves up double bagel against hapless Brengle

Venus serves up double bagel against hapless Brengle

Five-time Wimbledon singles champion Venus Williams rolled back the years to demolish Madison Brengle 6-0 6-0 in their first-round meeting on Monday.

The elder Williams sister last triumphed at the All England Club back in 2008 and is not among the favourites for glory - headed by sibling Serena - this year.

However, the 35-year-old delivered a...



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Kyrgios: Dirty scum outburst aimed at myself

Kyrgios: Dirty scum outburst aimed at myself

Nick Kyrgios says his "dirty scum" outburst during his first-round Wimbledon victory over Diego Schwartzman was aimed at himself and not the umpire.

The Australian secured a routine 6-0 6-2 7-6 (8-6) victory over Schwartzman, but risked reprimand after vocally voicing his frustrating during the third set.

Kyrgios was upset when a baseline call was...



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Williams: First-round struggle will serve me well

Williams: First-round struggle will serve me well

Serena Williams believes her tricky first-round match against Margarita Gasparyan will stand her in good stead for the challenges ahead at Wimbledon, but admits she would have preferred an easier day's work on Monday.

A 6-4 6-1 scoreline in favour of the five-time Wimbledon champion belied the efforts of Gasparyan - who has never won a WTA Tour le...



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Hewitt's Wimbledon career ended by Nieminen in thriller

Hewitt's Wimbledon career ended by Nieminen in thriller

A trademark performance of grit and character was not enough to extend the Wimbledon career of Lleyton Hewitt as he suffered a dramatic first-round defeat to Jarkko Nieminen.

Monday's battle of the veterans on No.2 Court brought together two players featuring at Wimbledon for the final time ahead of their impending retirements - with a second-round...



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Sharapova back on track with victory over Konta

Sharapova back on track with victory over Konta

Maria Sharapova made a winning return to action on Monday, moving past Britain's Johanna Konta in the first round of Wimbledon.

Sharapova had not featured since illness contributed to her French Open exit in the last 16 at the hands of Lucie Safarova, but had more than enough to see off Britain's number two 6-2 6-2.

Despite a slow start, 2004...



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vineri, 26 iunie 2015

FC Dallas 2 Houston Dynamo 0: Castillo inspires hosts after lightning delay

FC Dallas 2 Houston Dynamo 0: Castillo inspires hosts after lightning delay

FC Dallas rose to fourth in the Western Conference after Fabian Castillo inspired their 2-0 win in the Texas derby in MLS.

Castillo struck twice in the first half against Houston Dynamo on Friday - although the first goal was judged an own goal from Jermaine Taylor - as Dallas extended their unbeaten run at home to five games in all competitions.

The...



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Boca confirm Tevez return

Boca confirm Tevez return

Boca Juniors have confirmed the capture of Argentina striker Carlos Tevez, the 31-year-old moving back to his homeland.

Tevez played with Boca from 2001-04 after several years with the youth team in Buenos Aires, before one brilliant season with Brazilian powerhouse Corinthians was followed by a successful stint in Europe.

The 70-cap international...



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Argentina 0 Colombia 0 (5-4 on penalties): Messi and Co. advance despite Ospina's heroics

Argentina 0 Colombia 0 (5-4 on penalties): Messi and Co. advance despite Ospina's heroics

Argentina have edged their way into the Copa America semi-finals via a penalty shootout after their match against Colombia ended scoreless.

Carlos Tevez scored the decisive penalty with Argentina's seventh spot-kick after Lucas Biglia and Marcos Rojo both missed opportunities to claim victory on Friday.

It was no less than Argentina deserved after...



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Women's World Cup Review: United States, Germany into semis

Women's World Cup Review: United States, Germany into semis

United States continued their dominant run at the Women's World Cup, downing China 1-0 in the quarter-finals.

Carli Lloyd - in her 200th appearance for the USA - got on the end of Julie Johnston's lofted ball through in the 51st minute, the number 10 out-leaping China's Zhao Rong to glance a header past goalkeeper Wang Fei.

It was all Jillian Ellis'...



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Al Merreikh 2 El Eulma 0: Sudanese signal intent

Al Merreikh 2 El Eulma 0: Sudanese signal intent

Al Merreikh opened their CAF Champions League campaign with a 2-0 victory over El Eulma on Friday.

The Sudanese outfit are outnumbered three to one by Algerian teams in Group B, but kicked off their bid for a maiden semi-final appearance in impressive fashion.

El Eulma defender Adel Namane inadvertently gave the home side the lead with an own goal...



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Brazil v Paraguay: Dunga's men seek revenge

Brazil v Paraguay: Dunga's men seek revenge

Brazil will look to heed the lessons of the 2011 Copa America when they meet Paraguay in Saturday's quarter-final in Concepcion.

Four years have passed since the two teams locked horns at the same stage when the South American showpiece was contested in Argentina.

It was Paraguay who progressed to the semi-finals on that occasion as Brazil missed...



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miercuri, 17 iunie 2015

Peru will attack us - Venezuela coach Sanvicente

Peru will attack us - Venezuela coach Sanvicente

Venezuela coach Noel Sanvicente predicted Peru would attack his side more than they did Brazil, when they go head-to-head at the Copa America on Thursday.

Sanvicente's Group C leaders can secure progression to the quarter-finals with victory over Ricardo Gareca's men, after opening their Chile campaign with a shock victory over Colombia.

Venezuela,...



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Chile v Bolivia: Top spot up for grabs in Group A

Chile v Bolivia: Top spot up for grabs in Group A

Bolivia can beat Copa America Group A leaders and host nation Chile to top spot, according to defender Edward Zenteno.

Friday sees Chile and Bolivia go head-to-head at Estadio Nacional Julio Martinez Pradanos, with only goal difference separating the two nations in Santiago.

Chile (+2) and Bolivia (+1) are both level on four points from two matches...



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Brazil 0 Colombia 1: Pekerman steers 'Los Cafeteros' to rare victory

Brazil 0 Colombia 1: Pekerman steers 'Los Cafeteros' to rare victory

Colombia claimed a famous win at the Copa America on Wednesday, overcoming arch-rival Brazil 1-0 in Santiago to recover from their shock loss to Venezuela.

The victory was only Colombia's third in 28 meetings with Brazil, while they had only beaten their neighbours once before in a competitive fixture - a 2-0 triumph at the 1991 Copa America.

Central...



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Women's World Cup Review: Spain eliminated, Brazil stay perfect

Women's World Cup Review: Spain eliminated, Brazil stay perfect

Spain were eliminated from the Women's World Cup on Wednesday, after coughing up a lead to lose 2-1 to South Korea in Ottawa.

Ranked 14th in the FIFA standings, Ignacio Quereda's side needed to win their Group E finale to have any chance of progressing to the knockout phase - and were on track after Veronica Boquete scored in the 29th minute at TD...



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Tottenham can qualify for Champions League - Chadli

Tottenham can qualify for Champions League - Chadli

Tottenham winger Nacer Chadli believes the London club can go one step further in 2015-16 and qualify for the UEFA Champions League.

Chadli and co narrowly missed out on a top-four finish in Mauricio Pochettino's first season in charge, with Tottenham ending the Premier League campaign just six points adrift of Manchester United.

Tottenham also...



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luni, 15 iunie 2015

Ecuador 2 Bolivia 3: Smedberg-Dalence stars in thriller

Ecuador 2 Bolivia 3: Smedberg-Dalence stars in thriller

Bolivia held on for a 3-2 victory over a fast-finishing Ecuador in Valparaiso, to kick-start their Copa America Group A campaign.

After both nations went goalless in their tournament openers in Chile, Monday's encounter saw both hit the back of the net - with Bolivia going three clear by half-time courtesy of goals to Ronald Raldes, Martin...



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Italy v Portugal: Santos hails Ronaldo as team player despite absence

Italy v Portugal: Santos hails Ronaldo as team player despite absence

Portugal coach Fernando Santos has hailed Cristiano Ronaldo's qualities as a team player, despite the Real Madrid star missing Tuesday's friendly against Italy to reportedly take an early holiday.

Captain Ronaldo is Portugal's leading goalscorer and has played a key role in the country's run of five wins in six matches.

Indeed, in the only match...



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Paraguay v Jamaica: Schafer hoping for a little bit of luck

Paraguay v Jamaica: Schafer hoping for a little bit of luck

Jamaica coach Winfried Schafer is hopeful they can have a little bit of fortune against Paraguay as he eyes a surprise run to the quarter-finals of the Copa America.

The tournament invitees performed above expectations in their opening game against defending champions Uruguay on Saturday, but succumbed to a 1-0 defeat courtesy of Cristian...



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South Africa v Angola: Mashaba calls for attacking display

South Africa v Angola: Mashaba calls for attacking display

Shakes Mashaba has called for more attacking intent from South Africa as they look to bounce back from their goalless draw with Gambia when they face Angola in Cape Town.

Bafana Bafana were left frustrated on Saturday as they made a slow start to Africa Cup of Nations qualifying, failing to find a way past the Gambian defence.

Plenty of chances fell...



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UEFA opens disciplinary proceedings against Croatia

UEFA opens disciplinary proceedings against Croatia

UEFA has confirmed disciplinary proceedings have been opened against the Croatia Football Federation (HNS) after an apparent swastika was spotted on the pitch during their Euro 2016 qualifier with Italy.

Friday's game in Split was overshadowed when, during the first half, it became apparent a swastika could be seen in Croatia's half.

Attempts from...



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Argentina v Uruguay: Romero confident despite sluggish start

Argentina v Uruguay: Romero confident despite sluggish start

Sergio Romero says Argentina can take positives from their Copa America opener, despite dropping points from a winning position, as they prepare for this week's Group B clash against Uruguay.

Gerardo Martino's side threw away a two-goal lead in La Serena, as Nelson Valdez and Lucas Barrios scored in the final half hour to salvage a point and fr...



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sâmbătă, 6 iunie 2015

Barcelona, Juventus ready for Champions League final

Barcelona, Juventus ready for Champions League final

Both Juventus and Barcelona are looking to cap fantastic seasons by completing rare trebles when they meet in the Champions League final at the Olympic Stadium in Berlin on Saturday. 

Juventus are appearing in their first Champions League final in 12 years as they look to win the European Cup for the third time, but Barcelona, inspired by Lionel Messi, are the favourites to win a fifth European Cup and fourth in the last decade.

Juve coach Massimiliano Allegri and his Barcelona counterpart Luis Enrique have already enjoyed excellent debut seasons in charge of their respective clubs, both winning domestic league and cup doubles, and both are now within touching distance of making it a glorious treble.

For Barcelona, it would be a second such treble following their fantastic first season under Pep Guardiola in 2008-09, but such an achievement is very rare indeed.

Only six other clubs have ever won a domestic league and cup double and the European Cup in the same season, with Celtic’s Lisbon Lions of 1967 the first.

Barcelona can therefore become the first club to do it twice, and their current team contains several members of that 2009 vintage under Guardiola. “We are still a young team. There are still quite a few players from the Guardiola era. This could turn out to be an historic season for us,” said Luis Enrique.



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