Nadal beat Verdasco in straight sets and reach semis

Nadal beat Verdasco in straight sets and reach semis

In a historically good US Open for men from Spain, Rafael stood tall as the only Spaniard to reach championship weekend, courtesy of a 7-5, 6-3, 6-4 dousing of countryman Fernando Verdasco. The victory again moves Nadal within two matches of winning the US Open and completing a career Grand Slam, and one win from the final and a potential showdown with his on-court nemesis Roger Federer. Nadal lost in the semifinals here the last two years.

"It's great news for me, especially this year without losing a set," Nadal said. "So is very good news. I think I played every day better. Today I played for the conditions, I think I played a great match against very difficult opponent like Fernando. So for me, be in semifinals is amazing. But I have to keep going and keep playing better if I really want to have chances to be in the final."

"This year I think I know how important is the US Open for me right now, and I know I have to arrive to this tournament fresh if I want to have any chance to have a very good result. That's what I tried. I think I did. I am at the right round without problems, so that's very positive
Right now remain the most difficult thing."

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India have no chances in WCH 2010

India have no chances in WCH 2010

After India's humiliating losses to Australia and Spain in the Hockey World Cup 2010, an Indian fan said, "Indian players spent all energy, aggression and stamina during the 4-1 victory against Pakistan in the opening match. Now they have nothing to give". Bitter truth, but well said.
If you ha [India Hockey World Cup 2010] ve seen India playing yesterday, you will admit that they kept attacking Spain throughout the game, but failed to penetrate into their strong defence. On the other hand, Spain scored goals without much resistance from the goalkeeper and India's defence.
Spain converted half-chances into goals, much to the surprise of the fans and experts. Even though India dominated the proceedings in the second half, Spain scored three goals, against India's two goals.
The end result 5-2 speaks much about India's poor defence. Certainly, they don't deserve a place in the semifinals, when teams like England, Australia, Netherlands, Spain and South Korea are playing above expectations.
As Indians, we may be disappointed to see our team losing. But if we thing about the game, strategy and defence, there will be no denying that we may end up at No. 5 - 8 in the tournament. Certainly, the top four spots are out of our reach now.

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Spain checks india in world cup hockey 2010

Spain checks india in world cup hockey 2010

India's hopes of making it to the semifinals of the Hero Honda FIH Hockey World Cup 2010 were dashed, as Spain beat India 5-2 in a crucial Pool B match at the Major Dhyan Chand Stadium in New Delhi.
Spain played [Spain beat India 5-2] attacking hockey throughout the match and their defence was very solid. Although India fought back hard in the second half, they failed to convert at least four penalty corners.
The Spanish strikers were brilliant and Indian defence looked fragile, resulting in many field goals in favour of Spain.
Spain was leading 2-0 at the half time. For Spain, Pau Quemada scored two goals, while Albert Sala, Pol Amat and Ramon Alegre scored one goal each. ForIndia, Sandeep Singh and Gurwinder Singh Chandi scored the goals.
Team India had begun their Hockey World Cup campaign with a 4-1 victory over arch-rival Pakistan. However, the lost the momentum completely and went down to Australia and Spain by identical margins 2-5.
With this loss, India is virtually out of the semifinal race in the Hockey World Cup 2010. While England and Australia top leaders from the Pool B, Spain also stays in contention with two wins from three matches.

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