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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.
December 22, 2012
Hiroyuki Nakajima Signs with Oakland A's
Hiroyuki Nakajima will play shortstop for the Oakland A’s after signing a two year deal worth $6.5 million.
December 20, 2012
Jeremy Lin Returns to Madison Square Garden
The Taiwanese-American basketball sensation received a standing ovation from the fans of his former team.
December 18, 2012
Asia Bests Europe to Win Royal Trophy
For only the second time in the competition’s history, Asia edged out Europe to win Golf’s Royal Trophy.
December 15, 2012
Manny Pacquiao's Next Move
With many urging him to hangup the gloves, the world will be waiting for his decision.
December 14, 2012
FIFA Set to Suspend Indonesia
Years of mismanagement and corruption has forced the world soccer body to crack down on Indonesia.
December 10, 2012
Juan Manuel Marquez Knocks Out Manny Pacquiao
In the fourth installment of their rivalry it was Marquez who had his hand raised in victory. Could they fight a fifth time?
December 07, 2012
Olympic Committee Suspends India
A ban by the IOC is a blow to India ‘s hopes of increasing its presence on the global sporting stage.
December 05, 2012
A Crushing Defeat For New Zealand Rugby
A tough loss spoils what was an amazing streak for New Zealand Rugby. Can they bounce back?
December 04, 2012
Pacquiao-Marquez Set for a 4th Showdown
After a controversial ruling, the two boxers will fight again in Las Vegas on December 8th.
November 30, 2012
Ricky Ponting Retires
A true legend of Australian cricket has decided it is time to say “goodbye.”
November 29, 2012
A Dream Denied for Vegalta Sendai
While failing to win the J-League football championship, the team has much to be proud of.
November 23, 2012
Australia Hoping for Swimming Reset
In London, Australia captured just one gold medal in swimming with no individual gold medals.