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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.
November 21, 2012
Burma's Football 'Embrace'
As the world’s headlines turned to reforms in Burma, the nation is also branching out into the world of sports.
November 19, 2012
The Race is on for the 2024 Olympics
As the sporting world speculates over the 2020 Olympics, Qatar positions itself for 2024.
November 17, 2012
Japan and China Clash...and it Doesn't Involve an Island
A recent controversy over the Beijing Marathon shows sports may not be immune to world politics.
November 14, 2012
Japan Takes Baseball's Asia Series Title
The Yomiuri Giants’ defeated Taiwan’s Lamigo Monkeys in the final game held in Busan, South Korea.
November 09, 2012
A Disappointing Season for Shanghai Shenhua
With stars likes Nicolas Anelka and Didier Drogba on board, expectations were high. They were never fulfilled.
November 07, 2012
Tokyo Pushes Ahead for 2020 Olympics
Despite the resignation of the city’s mayor, signs look good for Tokyo to host the 2020 games.
November 05, 2012
Afghan Premier League Tournament a Success
As football returns to Afghanistan, the sport is helping heal old wounds and giving the youth new idols to look up to.
November 02, 2012
Jeremy Lin Shines Like a 'Rocket'
Jeremy Lin was the talk of the town in New York. His first game as a member of the Houston Rockets was a success.
October 31, 2012
Japan's J-League Invades Southeast Asia
With deals in Burma, Vietnam and Thailand it seems Japan is ready to dominate Southeast Asia football.
October 29, 2012
India Formula One Grand Prix Takes Shape
Despite some unique challenges, Indian Formula One racing presses forward.
October 26, 2012
Kim Yu-na Inspires A New Generation
With her return to women’s figure skating, Kim “could help Korea become a power in the sport…”
October 24, 2012
Baseball's Best Ready for Asia Series
Teams from Japan, Australia, Taiwan, China, and South Korea will battle it out. Who will take the top spot?