Author: Lukman Ogunwolu

Federer donate 1 million Swiss francs to Coronavirus victims

Roger Federer and his wife Mirka have donated 1m Swiss francs “for the most vulnerable families in Switzerland” and have called on others to add their support. Because of the coronavirus pandemic, Switzerland has imposed a ban on all private and public events and has closed all non-essential businesses until at least 19 April. Federer… Continue reading Federer donate 1 million Swiss francs to Coronavirus victims

The implications of postponing Tokyo 2020 Olympics

It is the best decision made because life and good health trumps everything else. The IOC’s decision comes after mounting pressure from around the world. Canadian Olympic Committee announced its decision to not send its athletes, USA Gymnastics called for a postponement…….

Interesting times ahead of concluding phase of 2019-20 LaLiga Season……

Do we have a return date? La Liga president Javier Tebas has claimed Europe’s top football leagues are eyeing to restart in May and should be able to finish their seasons by June 30. This season has seen one of the tightest title races in recent years, with Barcelona on 58 points and Real Madrid just behind them on 56. It feels like neither of the top two sides are ready for take the leadership position…..

Impact of 2020 French Open Postponement

The French Tennis Federation has postponed the French Open due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The clay-court tournament, which was originally scheduled for May 24 – June 7, will now be held from Sept. 20-Oct. 4.  “We have made a difficult yet brave decision in this unprecedented situation, which has evolved greatly since last weekend. We… Continue reading Impact of 2020 French Open Postponement

What should we expect in the 2020 Australian Grand Prix?

A new season is finally upon us; the usual suspects are expected to lead the way with many action points but the intrigue doesn’t stop with the top three teams. The battle in the middles looks like being as tight as ever this season and we don’t know what to expect the French automotive manufacturer (Renault), they are yet to unveil their car…..

2019-20 UEFA Champions League Preview – (Round of 16 A Second Leg)

Liverpool face a-must-win second leg overcome their first leg deficit against a Spanish opposition as they aim to book a place in the quarter-finals at the expense of Atletico Madrid while last season finalist, Tottenham Hotspur will not progress beyond this stage except they turnaround the 1-0 home loss in East Germany…..

2019-20 FESIG League Preview – (Mancunian derby edition)

The Manchester derby is about bragging rights in the city between the Red and Blue halves. It appears the so-called “noisy neighbors” are getting more vocal, dominating and painting the town with their Blue moon. Can Bruno Fernandes lead United back or will Bernardo Silva show his compatriot the way around Mancunian?

2019-20 FESIG League Preview – (El CLasico edition)

With 13 games remaining and Barcelona leading Real Madrid by two points, El Clasico at the Bernabeu on Sunday could be pivotal in deciding the most compelling La Liga title race for years. Neither team has looked particularly convincing this season, both have been hit by significant injury blows……..

What next for Deontay Wilder?

Wilder looked like a beaten man following a devastating blow that landed in the third round. Despite the defeat, he made $28 million for his efforts on Saturday, plus a 50-50 split of the other fighter revenue available to the two heavyweights from the massive pay-per-view event…..