Can anyone tell me what is happening at the Commonwealth Games, apart from the obvious chaos away from the actual sports?
I certainly wouldn't, because in reality I don't care. While there might be those who say the Commonwealth Games have a place...
After years of bitter controversy, Beijing rose to the occasion and produced an Olympic Games which will be remembered for its sleek organisation, spectacular ceremonies and a feast of sensational sport.
London may have received the baton for the...
Jacques Rogge, chairman of the International Olympic Committee, made a total twat out of himself by suggesting that Jamaica's Usain Bolt, a triple gold-medal winner, should tone down his celebrations out of courtesy to fellow competitors.
Apparent...
I have watched as the world marvelled at Usain Bolt’s insane performances in Beijing. And it occurred to me: we have plenty of our own Bolt-like brothers. With planning, we could be the toast of London 2012. How?
If you have ever seen a mugging...
What is the purpose of the parliamentary sports portfolio committee of Butana Komphela and company? What does it achieve -- other than controversy from statements that regularly stir up a furore, normally with a racist flavour? It never refers to any...
As I watched the Beijing Olympics, I could not help myself but envy the Chinese.
One question kept coming to me: Can we, as South Africans -- the sport-mad nation that we claim to be -- show such a united front when the world’s media and tourist...
If watching the Olympics means enjoying events that blow you away because of the sheer athleticism, immense control, strength and amazing agility exhibited by the participants, then don’t miss the synchronised swimming, particularly the team compet...
Why are we so determined to send a man with no legs to the Olympic Games?
Is there not another man that can run the 400m in under 45 seconds anywhere in South Africa? I think that I will make it my life’s goal to run the 400m in under 45 seconds...
