For the sixth time in nine years, the PZB Zagreb Indoors, one of Croatia's two ATP World Tour events, has been won by a Croatian. Marin Čilić, #37 in the world, defended his 2013 title and won the tournament for the 4th time in his career, defeating fellow countrymen Mate Delić and Ivan Dodig in the process. It was a flawless performance from Čilić, who who didn't lose a … [Read more...] about Cilic Wins PZB Zagreb Indoors for 4th Time, Fed Cup Update
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2014 Winter Olympic Preview: Kostelic or Bust
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After a week of news surrounding Sochi's inability to finish preparing for the Olympics (Pictures Here), the organizers will hope the focus shifts to the opening ceremonies, will be held on Friday, and the competition, which starts Saturday. There will be just 13 Croatian athletes in three sports competing in Russia, down from 22 in six sports in 2006 and 14 athletes (four … [Read more...] about 2014 Winter Olympic Preview: Kostelic or Bust
Luck of the Draw II
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Written by Branko Tomasovic World Cup 2014 is just around the corner, and soccer fans everywhere are waiting in anticipation to cheer on their teams. In December, the World Cup draw took place which saw Croatia paired with hosts and tournament favourites, Brazil. Following the draw, questions about the legitimacy of the draw exploded around the internet with … [Read more...] about Luck of the Draw II
Croatia Land Mixed Bag in 2014 FIBA World Cup Draw
By 35 CommentsCroatia avoided a group of death, but landed what is by no means an easy group as the draw for the 2014 FIBA World Cup took place Monday afternoon in Spain. Croatia should receive plenty of American attention during the tournament, despite avoiding them in the draw, as up to three players may be headed to the NBA in the near future. Bojan Bogdanović is averaging 16 points per … [Read more...] about Croatia Land Mixed Bag in 2014 FIBA World Cup Draw
Crippler’s breakdown of Miocic vs Gonzaga
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Saturday, January 25th, 2014, Cleveland’s own Stipe Miocic will return to the octagon for possibly the biggest fight of his career versus Gabriel “Napao” Gonzaga. Gonzaga (16-7 MMA, 11-6 UFC) is coming off career resurgence with his 5-1 record since returning to the UFC. The Brazilian born heavyweight has finished all his opponents in his 5 wins since returning to the biggest … [Read more...] about Crippler’s breakdown of Miocic vs Gonzaga
Croatia roll by Russia, control semifinal destiny
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As expected, the Croatian cowboys easily defeated Russia 33-25 Tuesday night in Denmark at the 2014 Euro Handball championships. The win means Croatia control their own destiny for a semifinal berth as Poland shocked Sweden 35-25 later in the night to set up a showdown between the Poles and Croatians on the last day of group stage. The two teams face each other Wednesday night … [Read more...] about Croatia roll by Russia, control semifinal destiny
France beats Croatia 27-25 at Euro Handball
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It looked good early for the Croatian handball team Sunday versus France, but the Cowboys couldn't pull off the win which drops them to second place in the Main Group standings at the 2014 Euro Handball Championships. The Cowboys were up as much as three in the first half against the French, but Les Bleus went into halftime with a one goal lead. Croatia had five 2-minute … [Read more...] about France beats Croatia 27-25 at Euro Handball
Australian Open Day 3: Dodig Forced to Withdraw
By 39 CommentsIt looked like it would be smooth sailing for Ivan Dodig as he took a two set lead over Bosnian Damir Dzumhur, but quickly the heat things changed everything for Dodig. After experiencing cramps and a possible injury to his right thigh, Dodig began to literally give points to Dzumhur and ultimately he withdrew with the score at 4-6, 4-6, 6-3, 4-1. Dodig raised serious questions … [Read more...] about Australian Open Day 3: Dodig Forced to Withdraw
2014 Croatian World Cup kits leaked
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Well guys, it looks like our boys will be wearing these kits this summer in Brazil. I for one am not impressed by the new home kit design. I know there's only so much a designer can do with checkers, but the solid red sleeves and back are too heavy on the eye for me. I think the HNS needs to go with a more white design rather than red for the home kits- at least that is … [Read more...] about 2014 Croatian World Cup kits leaked
