It was interesting yesterday to read some of the responses to Rafael Nadal’s ninth French Open triumph. Whilst there was obviously a large amount of admiration for a man who continues to achieve things that have never before been done in his sport, I also read some comments about how boring it was for a… Continue reading >

One of the most remarkable aspects of Liverpool’s season is the minimal amount of attention that it has attracted. Despite having led the table for a number of weeks before Christmas – eventually surrending the summit only after back-to-back festive fixtures away to the two title favourites – and having been as consistent as any… Continue reading >

The Premier League returns today, after a short break due to FA Cup action. With most teams having only a dozen games left to play, it’s set up for a thrilling finale to what has so far been one of the most fascinating campaigns to date. Chelsea currently lead, but after a potentially tricky home… Continue reading >

For the first time since Juan Martin Del Potro’s victory over Roger Federer in the 2009 US Open Final, men’s tennis finally has a Grand Slam champion from outside of the group of four players who have dominated the sport for so long. There was no shortage of drama in Melbourne, but also perhaps some… Continue reading >

Away from the pitch, the week’s big football story was the awarding of the FIFA Ballon d’Or to Real Madrid’s Cristiano Ronaldo. It’s been a long time in coming, but Ronaldo finally has his second Ballon d’Or and it is an award that is richly deserved – not only for a calendar year of performances… Continue reading >

Four months into the football season, and West Brom last night became the fourth club in the Premier League to enforce a managerial change with the sacking of Steve Clarke. A run of four successive defeats and six games without a win has resulted in a slide down the table that sees West Brom currently… Continue reading >

So, having finally completed his long-awaited transfer to Real Madrid, Gareth Bale on Sunday evening became the most expensive footballer in football history. It’s a statement which will take some getting used to – not because Gareth Bale isn’t an excellent footballer, but rather because the fee is at a level which shouldn’t be paid… Continue reading >

It was a little surprising to see so few pundits tip Man City for the league this season. Man United, as defending champions, are favoured by many to land yet another title – despite the departure of Alex Ferguson. And of those who feel that David Moyes won’t mark a first season at the Old… Continue reading >

Andy Murray will begin the defence of his US Open title next week, and if the draw goes to plan he could be in for a tough couple of weeks. Seeded 3rd after being overtaken by Rafael Nadal following the Spaniard’s latest tournament win at Cincinnati last week, Murray faces the prospect of having to… Continue reading >

So, not only is Rafael Nadal back, but he’s answered all of those who questioned whether he would ever get back to a position of competing for – and winning – the sport’s top prizes. Such was the seriousness of his most recent injury setback, there were even suggestions, only 6 months ago, of the… Continue reading >