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John Duerden

John Duerden

John Duerden is Asian sports correspondent for The Diplomat.

He writes about Asian football and sport for The Guardian, ESPN, Sports Illustrated, Fox, New York Times and International Herald Tribune, among other publications.

He studied history and government at the London School of Economics.

Posts by John Duerden
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March 28, 2013

Much Homework for Australian Cricket After India Tour

“Homework-gate” has led to the sacking of four Australian cricketers. Will the team learn its lessons?

March 25, 2013

Japan Set to Book Ticket to World Cup

Japan is on the verge of securing its slot in the 2014 World Cup. Other places are up for grabs.

March 22, 2013

Honda Eyes Return to Formula One

With Hyundai also considering involvement, Asia’s influence in Formula One could soon be greater than ever.

March 21, 2013

A Dream Denied for Japan at World Baseball Classic

Japan’s aim for three consecutive winning championships would be denied at the WBC.

March 18, 2013

Kim Yu-na Dazzles at 2013 World Figure Skating Championship

After an extended absence from skating, “Queen Yuna” makes a triumphant return.

March 11, 2013

Baseball Slugger Manny Ramirez to Play in Taiwan

Former Major League Baseball star Manny Ramirez is set to sign with the EDA Rhinos of Kaohsiung, Taiwan.

March 11, 2013

Australian Men’s Swimming Team Admits to Stilnox Use

Australian swimming squad lets down fans with confession of drug use at the London Olympics.

March 08, 2013

IOC “Hugely Impressed” by Tokyo’s Olympic Bid

With support from government, business and the public, Tokyo’s Olympic bid is gaining momentum.

March 06, 2013

Chinese Super League Hires Beckham as Ambassador

Chinese football has a long way to go, but a serious effort to raise its profile is underway.

March 04, 2013

Shinji Kagawa’s Historic Hat-Trick

Shinji Kagawa becomes the first Asian player to score a hat-trick in the English Premier League.

March 01, 2013

Thailand’s Makudi to Run for AFC Presidency

Thailand’s Worawi Makudi wants to head the Asian Football Confederation. Will his past get in the way?

February 27, 2013

Asian Golf: It's a Woman’s World

In the world of Asian golf, women dominate while men remain stunted by competing tours.

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