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Rafael Nadal and Andy Murray are competing in the 2014 China Open and they have some criticisms about the tennis balls being used in the Beijing tournament.

Reports involving the possibility of former FC Barcelona no. 1 Victor Valdes joining Liverpool FC is gaining momentum, as Reds goalkeeper Simon Mignolet fails to show up in "big moments" and fails to make "big saves."

FC Bacelona centre-forward Lionel Messi believes that his teammate and fellow South American, Neymar, has all the tools to become THE number one player in the world.

The future of the Summer and Winter Olympic Games could be at risk as more cities realise how expensive it is to host the sporting event held every four years. This logistical concern was highlighted after Oslo withdrew this week its bid to be the host city for the 2022 Winter Games.

While football is a game of the macho, FC Barcelona defender Gerrard Pique isn't ashamed of admitting that he is still traumatised by the experiences that he had with his former skipper at Manchester United, Roy Keane.

Jeremy Lin has impressed Steve Nash as the Los Angeles Lakers prepare for the new NBA season.

Several top tennis players confirmed participation at the joint ATP and WTA event in Acapulco in February and in Brisbane International.

Borussia Dortmund defender Mats Hummels rubbished rumours that he has already sealed pre-contract deal sealed with FC Barcelona, which is believed to take effect next summer.

Serena Williams will play for her third Hopman Cup in 2015.

A rundown of the NFL cheerleaders from the National Football League's National Football Conference (NFL - NFC)

Grigor Dimitrov has been present to watch Maria Sharapova's matches in the 2014 China Open.

Alleged cheating by hosts South Korea has tainted the results in some of the events of the 2014 Asian Games in Incheon, South Korea.

Mike Miller was amnestied by the Miami Heat, a move that could have affected LeBron James' decision to leave the team.

Damian Lillard stays with the Portland Trail Blazers for two more years at least.

Kate Upton and Justin Verlander were recently spotted shopping at Lululemon.

Khloe Kardashian is suspected pregnant of ex-husband Lamar Odom's child.

New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony hit back at critics who have demeaned his capabilities as a superstar in the NBA.

NBA News - Jimmy Butler, Chicago Bulls want to agree on a contract extension before Oct. 31, 2014.

Sacramento Kings main man DeMarcus Cousins took an indirect shot at former teammate Isaiah Thomas, implying that the flashy point guard "overdribbled."

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant is ready to embrace a diminished role heading into the 2014/15 NBA campaign.

The super fight between Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao can happen if the Filipino can beat Chris Algieri

The Los Angeles Lakers are looking to bounce back from one of their worst finishes in the upcoming 2014/15 NBA campaign, as they were able to only rack up 27 wins, while conceding 55 games last season.

Angel Di Maria expressed his desire to transfer back to his home country Argentina.

Andy Murray is dropping in the ATP rankings and he's blaming his negativity and temper.

Andy Murray will not likely renew his Adidas sponsorship deal at the end of this season.

Novak Djokovic is expecting a baby boy in a month.

Kobe Bryant thinks Iggy Azalea is more successful than teammate Nick Young.

Floyd Mayweather recently got into a heated argument with a complete stranger.

NBA News - Paul George wants to return to play for the Indiana Pacers this season despite the gruesome injury he suffered last August.