Archive for January, 2009

My Australian Open 2009 men’s tennis finals predictions is Roger Federer winning over Andy Murray in a thrilling five sets. Cool down Rafa fans! We know that the hard court is not for him. Not yet this year, at least. But let us first see who are the favorites in the Grand Slam action at the Laver Arena from January 19 to February 1, 2009 and where they will be at the end of the tourney.

The Top Four

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Who says that beauty and chess genius won’t go together? Chess goddess Alexandra Kosteniuk, an aspiring model and the 2008 Women’s World Champion of chess disproves that. Before you even think of challenging her to a game of chess, you better read this post first.
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Andy Murray in 2009

Tennis World No. 4, Andy Murray is already making waves at this early time of the year 2009. He ran away $250k richer after lording it over Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal at the Capitala World Tennis in Abu Dhabi. He could earn more if he defends his title at the Qatar Exxon Mobile Open this week. He already past the early rounds and a rematch against Roger or Rafa is inevitable.

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The draw for the 2008/2009 UEFA Champions’ League is already finished, and it’s an exciting match-up at this early point of the competition. Interestingly, three of the English teams are matched up against Italian teams – England vs Italy. The first leg will be on Feb 24 and 25, second leg March 10 and 11.

Last 16

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After all the buzz about the Pacquiao-Dela Hoya Dream Match, and how the actual results beat all predictions of the outcome, it’s now time to look at the next big thing in the boxing ring: Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao vs Ricky “Hitman” Hatton. The date is already set at May 2, 2009 (May 3 RP time) at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas.

I know, I know. You have your predictions too. After we Pinoys stuck it out with our hero despite the odds and the snubs of the boxing experts, its time to gather once more behind the Pacman.

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Roger Federer In 2009

Tennis World No.2 Roger Federer is gearing up to face the challenges ahead of him in 2009. In his quest to regain the top spot which he lost to Rafael Nadal in a very thrilling fashion, this is what he has to say to his eager fans as posted in his official website:

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