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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.
January 21, 2013
Lance Armstrong's Puzzling Confession
Lance Armstrong, as expected, confessed to Oprah Winfrey. Many feel his confession did not go far enough.
January 19, 2013
A Disappointing Day for Sam Stosur
Sam Stosur suffers a tough loss at the Australian Open. Can she bounce back?
January 16, 2013
Lance Armstrong's Oprah Interview
Lance Armstrong’s interview with Oprah will have the world watching. His likely doping confession has some asking for a “refund.”
January 15, 2013
Southeast Asia Football Rising?
Southeast Asia has a passion for football but few indigenous stars. Teerasil Dangda could help change that.
January 12, 2013
2020 Olympics: Tokyo's to Lose?
While Japan’s capital city seems to be the favorite to host the games, Istanbul and Madrid are in hot pursuit.
January 09, 2013
"Cricket Diplomacy" for India and Pakistan
Pakistan’s cricket team returned home from India to a heroes’ welcome. Could a rematch take place in Pakistan?
January 08, 2013
Asia's Best Prepare for the Australian Open
Tennis prepares for its first major of the year. Who will come out on top down under?
January 08, 2013
Jong Tae Se's Big Move
Jong Tae Se is set to sign for South Korea’s club, the Suwon Bluewings.
January 03, 2013
2013: A Big Year for Asia-Pacific Sports
The coming year should provide some amazing moments in soccer, boxing, tennis and more.
January 01, 2013
Asian Sports Year in Review
The Diplomat’s John Duerden presents his top-ten list of Asia’s year in sports.
December 28, 2012
The Year Ahead for Women's Figure Skating
Two rivals from East Asia could meet once again on the ice. 2013 could produce some history.
December 25, 2012
India and Pakistan set for Cricket Excitement
With the first of five games on December 25th, sports ties between both nations seem to be warming.