The Netherlands survive a late fightback from Uruguay to win 3-2 and go through to their first World Cup final since 1978.

“I knew it was going to be tough, I’ve the lost the last couple of times to Gael, he is a tremendous athlete and has a really big serve. The second-set tie-break was huge, we both had opportunities and I was able to pull through. It could have gone either way in the third.”  Hewitt said

“I’ve prepared so much and I feel so well, I’ve spent the last four weeks – seeing I lost early at the French – hitting on hardcourt, synthetic grass, prior to coming on to the grass in Birmingham, Eastbourne. So my preparation could not have been better, so I was just ready, busting to get out there and finally play an actual match.” Alicia Molik

Lleyton Hewitt, Peter Luczak and Jarmila Groth also safely progressed into the second round at Wimbledon.

Australian nation is considered to be the one of the biggest promoter of sports in the world. It’s not a hidden secret that they prefer healthy lifestyle & women are no exception. For the same reason, on 6th March, 2010 following two options were offered;

Option 1: 15km loop around the scenic cycle-ways at Sydney Olympic Park 8:30am start

Option 2: 55km route using cycle-ways alongside Cronulla Beach, Cooks River and crossing the finish line at Sydney Olympic Park 7:30am start

NSW is one of the most popular all-womens’ fun and safe recreational bike ride, the Gear Up Sydney Girl Challenge, as part of International Women’s Day! The “Gear Up Sydney Girl Challenge” has a noble cause to promote a healthy, active lifestyle among people.

Arrival of Chinese New Year always brings various and exciting games in order to promote healthy lifestyles among people. The excitement and joy was clearly seen on the faces of not only participants, but also who watched more than 3000 paddlers converge on Darling Harbour. Boat Races in Sydney for Chinese New Year Dragon were full of enthusiasm. Eye catching colorful Dragon Boats in a heart stopping competition made it even more interesting. The traditional Dragon Boats competition on Feb, 27th 2010 & 28th Feb, 2010 at Cockle Bay, Darling Harbour at 10.00 am, drew the attention of every individual.

The Kookaburras have won their first World Cup in 24 years, defeating Germany 2-1 in the 2010 World Cup final in New Delhi, India.

Despite some close calls Germany could not break through the determined Kookaburras defence, with Australia holding on to win a memorable final and re-establish themselves as the best team in the world.

The Kookaburras will meet Germany for the third consecutive World Cup final after defeating the Netherlands 2-1 during the semi final in New Delhi, India.

With Germany having won the two previous finals against Australia in 2002 and 2006, the Kookaburras will be looking to gain some revenge when the 2010 final is played on Saturday 13 March.

“I don’t want to find excuses for my loss, but, you know, I went to vomit and I had diarrhoea before the match. Just a terrible feeling. It’s been a great tournament for me, so it’s just a bad way to not to be able physically go through the whole match.” Djokovic

“I was in good shape, maybe a little bit better than him. I saw he was not very good, but sometimes, you know, he do that and he win…” Tsonga

“I’m here again in the last four, It’s just much more than what I could expect and the dream continues. But there’s still a long way to go. I’ll just try to be focused on what I have to do on the court and hope it keeps going this way. I’ll have good recovery and two good nights. That’s what I need. But it’s just a great feeling to be in the semis of the first Grand Slam since I’m back.” Justine Henin

“Being in the quarter-final gives a lot of me confidence but I’ve got a really difficult match against Andy, He’s one of the more talented players on the tour. He can play aggressive, play offensive. I will try to play aggressive and play behind the line but if I don’t do that then I will have a flight home.” Rafael Nadal

Rafael Nadal beat Ivo Karlovic 6-4 4-6 6-4 6-4 to book a quarter-final meeting with Britain’s Andy Murray at the Australian Open.