As debate rages over Novak Djokovic’s tennis supremacy – surely beyond question now – the hypocrisy of a certain former minister for Sport should also be garnering attention.
There were no tantrums or histrionics, no blame games or brattishness in Sam Stosur’s tennis career. Nor was enough credit given to a genuine champion, both on and off the court.
A documentary on one of Australia’s most successful figure-skating duos focuses on their professional rise and aspirations but fails to interrogate why, away from the sport, a young woman’s life was spinning out of control.
Just as Australian soccer was basking in the glory of the Socceroos’ unexpected World Cup success, ugly scenes at an A-League Melbourne derby threaten to damage the game’s reputation beyond repair.
Devoid of international stars, the Socceroos were widely written off before the World Cup. Following their success, will their self-belief and fighting spirit spark a new era of talent and interest in our domestic leagues?
As the sun begins to set on the illustrious careers of Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, both men – one imperious, one inscrutable – pursue the trophy that has so far eluded them.
