Selecting between Olympic victor Rob Waddell and multiple world champion Mahe Drysdale for New Zealand's single sculls berth at Beijing has been a dramatic process.

Mar 6, 2008 - Brenda Ann Burke

Following recent big fights and an exciting 2010 boxing calendar, more rumours of a U-turn on Joe Calzaghe's retirement linger in the media.

May 11, 2010 - Rowland Marsh

Only four professional sports teams (three NHL teams and one MLB team) have ever come from down 3-0 to win a series. These are the keys to an epic comeback.

May 5, 2011 - Scott Frano

Although the tennis champion has had limited play due to injuries that have plagued her for nearly two years, Maria Sharapova is back...with a vengeance.

May 31, 2010 - Luci Blasi

Considering Michael Schumacher's slow start to his F1 comeback, this article takes a look at some successful and unsuccessful sporting comebacks.

Jul 17, 2010 - Marc Johnson

Brazilian star Ronaldo was quite simply the best striker in the history of world football!

Feb 14, 2011 - Chris Pereira

Finishing a respectable 29th out of 133 riders, Lance Armstrong proved he could still compete with the best after a strong final stage at the Tour Down Under in Adelaide.

Jan 26, 2009 - Helen Smeaton

As the saying goes, "Things fall apart, nothing lasts forever". 'The Last Emperor' Fedor Emelianenko's reign came to an end on June 26th 2010.

Jul 11, 2010 - Imad Rahim

Seven-time Tour de France victor, Lance Armstrong, has confirmed he will step out of retirement next season to try and win his eight Maillot Jaune.

Sep 19, 2008 - Giles Belbin

Alex Zanardi, Mick Doohan and Rudolf Caracciola all made successful returns to racing after serious accidents.

Jul 25, 2010 - Kevin Guthrie

After a 17-year career in which he won world titles in five weight classes, Oscar De La Hoya has retired from the boxing ring.

Apr 14, 2009 - Josh Katzowitz

Whether interested in organized sports as a fan or active participant, Oaxaca satisfies both options for prospective ex-pats seeking a retirement locale.

Jun 7, 2010 - Alvin Starkman

Brett Favre spiraled the professional football world into drama, but the sporting community was not the only one affected by his antics. The gaming industry was hit, too.

Aug 12, 2008 - Keri Honea

Many people assume figure skating queen Michelle Kwan will hang up her skates permanently. She, however, told the press she's not sure yet. Do you think she should?

May 22, 2006 - Timbre Beck

Arguably the greatest driver ever in Formula 1, Michael Schumacher has announced this week that he is retiring once again.

May 11, 2011 - Michael Pulman

Justine Henin was today forced to retire from tennis due to an elbow injury. This is a tribute to one of the best players of the Open era.

Jan 26, 2011 - Jamie Pethick

Favre's flirtations with retirement have grown tiresome. For the sake of his lasting legacy, he should end his 18-year career once and for all.

Jul 22, 2009 - Ben Carder

Professional cycling said good bye to a number of high-profile riders at the end of the 2008 season.

Dec 17, 2008 - Giles Belbin

A 12-year partnership came to an end at Gatcombe Park on August 7, as an emotional Zara Phillips retired her event gelding, Toytown.

Aug 11, 2011 - Elizabeth Batt