Seven-time Grand Slam champion Venus Williams says practice and good technique are one of the keys to success. Williams, 42, is an all-time great, having been ranked at the top spot in singles and doubles. On Instagram, Williams held a Q&A and there she was asked how to improve and be more consistent on the […]
Jaedyn Shaw scores game-winning goal over Chicago in debut; Tobin Heath scores first OL Reign goal in comeback win – Equalizer Soccer
Jamie Sabau-USA TODAY Sports Two matches were played in the National Women’s Soccer League on Saturday. The first was a hotly contested match in Chicago against the expansion side from San Diego. Chicago Red Stars 0, San Diego Wave 1 The Skinny: At just 17 years old, Jaedyn Shaw coming into the NSWL through the […]
Jannik Sinner shares thoughts on Wimbledon defeat to Novak Djokovic
World No. 10 Jannik Sinner doesn’t really agree with the claim that he collapsed versus Novak Djokovic at Wimbledon as he felt the Serb raised his level to the maximum and that’s why he was able to stage a big comeback victory. Sinner, 20, got off to a great start to his Wimbledon quarterfinal, but […]
Courage-Spirit play out 6 goal thriller; Portland defeated Louisville – Equalizer Soccer
Rob Kinnan-USA TODAY Sports Two matches were played in the National Women’s Soccer League on Friday. The first match kicked off in North Carolina against Washington but a long lightning delay meant Portland and Louisville finished first after starting second. North Carolina Courage 3, Washington Spirit 3 The Skinny: Both teams came into this match […]
Alexander Zverev’s spokesperson reveals ‘realistic’ comeback date for world No. 2
Alexander Zverev’s spokesperson noted the German is still hoping to be able to compete at the US Open but also added that a mid-September return looks more realistic. Zverev, 25, tore several ankle ligaments during his French Open semifinal match versus Rafael Nadal. Zverev has been out since but he is making a positive progress […]
2022 Africa Women Cup of Nations leaves a legacy – Equalizer Soccer
Photo: CAF Morocco 2022 was arguably the best edition yet of the Africa Women Cup of Nations (WACON). The hosts elevated the marquee tournament to a new level with record crowds and qualification to the World Cup for the first time, something which paid back recent investments in women’s soccer from the country’s government. Over […]
Nick Kyrgios makes it clear how he feels about prospect of being unseeded at US Open
World No. 47 Nick Kyrgios insists he is not concerned by the prospect of being unseeded at the US Open as he is confident he has a “top-10 level” when he is feeling and playing well. Before the start of Wimbledon, tennis pundits and experts all agreed that Kyrgios was the most dangerous unseeded player […]
Jenni Hermoso introduced to Pachuca; Tigres earns first win – Equalizer Soccer
Photo: Pachuca Femenil. Jenni Hermoso was the biggest signing of the Liga MX Femenil offseason by a mile. The former Barcelona forward, who won the UEFA Women’s Champions League with the club in 2021, signed with Pachuca. That signing showed a growth in Liga MX Femenil’s competitiveness and attractiveness around the world. Hermoso was introduced […]
Goran Ivanisevic talks Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal beating Roger Federer record
Coach Goran Ivanisevic claims he successfuly predicted a long ago that both Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal would eventually beat Roger Federer’s Grand Slam record. Federer, 40, for a long time held the all-time Grand Slam record with 20 Grand Slams. After winning two Grand Slams this year, Nadal owns a record 22 Grand Slams. […]
England dominates Sweden to secure spot in European Championship finals – Equalizer Soccer
James Whitehead /SPP Maybe it was because the English women’s national team failed to advance in three major semifinal matches over the past few years. Or maybe it was because its quarterfinal match against Spain last week, although it was a dramatic come-from-behind victory, wasn’t exactly a confidence-booster, considering Spain looked like the better team […]