Melanie Gervasoni
Melanie is a freelance writer covering sports news, major event analysis, and match previews/reviews. Her articles feature athlete perspectives and insightful commentary on the latest developments across the sporting world.
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21
Aug
Italy's top football division, Serie A, has launched its 2024/25 season, marking another chapter in the league's 126-year history. This season sees 20 teams competing for the Scudetto, with the top four securing Champions League spots.
As we review the opening weekend's action, we'll see how the teams have started their campaigns, and what it might mean for the season ahead.
Serie A Matchday 1: Our Recap of All Matches
Genoa 2-2 Inter
The reigning Serie A champions, Inter, kicked off their title defence with a hard-fought 2-2 draw against newly-promoted Genoa at the Luigi Ferraris. Genoa struck first through Vogliacco, stunning the...
20
Aug
It's the last day of the tournament, and the Cincinnati Open is about to crown its champions. After a week of great matches, we've finally arrived at the grand finale of this prestigious ATP 1000 event. With the US Open looming on the horizon, the tournament serves as the last test for those harbouring Grand Slam ambitions.
Our coverage delves into the tournament's past, its recent transformation, and the players who've made their mark this week. We'll also break down what's at stake for the finalists, both in prize money and crucial ATP points.
125 Years of Tennis Excellence: The Cincinnati...
17
Aug
The 2024 Paris Olympics have drawn to a close, leaving basketball fans worldwide with memories of extraordinary performances, intense finishes, and historic achievements. In this recap, we'll take you through the final matches that decided the medals in both the men's and women's tournaments.
Our journey begins with the gold medal games, where the United States continued its basketball dominance, but not without facing fierce challenges. We'll explore how the American women clinched their eighth consecutive gold in a one-point victory over France, and how the USA's men's team, led by Stephen Curry's Olympic debut, overcame a talented French squad.
Here's...
14
Aug
The Paris 2024 Olympic football tournaments have come to a close, leaving us with a wealth of memorable moments and outstanding performances. Over two weeks, we saw top teams battle it out on the pitch, each vying for a coveted spot on the podium.
From the women's tournament, where the United States clinched yet another gold, to the men's competition, where Spain emerged victorious, each match told its own story.
In this article, we'll take a closer look at the final matches that decided the medals. Whether you missed the action or want to relive the excitement, our recap aims to...
13
Aug
The rumble of wheels on concrete, the collective gasp of the crowd, and the unmistakable clack of a board hitting the coping — these were the sounds that filled the air at Place de la Concorde during the Paris 2024 Olympics. For a few unforgettable days, this historic square, usually packed with tourists and traffic, was transformed into a skateboarder's paradise.
Through the words of the athletes themselves, we'll take a look at the personal journeys, sacrifices, and moments of pure joy that made the skateboarding competition unforgettable.
Trew, Hiraki, and Brown: Teenage Titans and The Rise of Skateboarding's Next Generation
Fourteen-year-old...
10
Aug
Blood, sweat, and bronze. The results of the semifinals from the Paris 2024 Olympic boxing tournament are all out, and we're left with stories that punch well above their weight.
Here's a preview: We have a refugee, once stateless, now standing tall with a medal around her neck. An Aussie lass breaking a century-old drought in women's boxing. And in the shadows of the Eiffel Tower, a French heavyweight carrying the hopes of a nation on his broad shoulders.
As we wait to see how the finals will turn out, let's recap the stories that have emerged from these electrifying semifinals.
Refugee...