Cape Flats News (Cape Town)

South Africa: Anderson Toast of the Week

Kevin Anderson, South Africa's highest ranked tennis palyer won his second ATP title over the weekend Tennis was this week's saviour as Kevin Anderson captured his second ATP title.

Anderson comfortably beat Australian qualifier Matosevic to claim the ATP Delray Beach Tournament.

In Super 15 rugby, the Stormers stuttered to another win against a luckless Sharks team. Whilst one cannot deny the derby element, nonetheless the rugby produced by the home side is nothing to write home about. Base on this performance, an empty trophy cabinet beckons for the expectant fanatical Stormers supporters.

Knockout football at times can be brutal, and this was illustrated in no uncertain when Psl Mamelodi Sundowns completely overwhelm Powerlines by a staggering scoreline of 24 - 0 in the Nedbank Cup round of 32. In contrast, Western Cape base, Cape Town All Stars give account of themselves despite going down by 3 - 0 against Kaiser Chiefs. On Wednesday, March 7 Santos host University of Pretoria at Athlone Stadium while Ajax Cape Town must wait till Sunday 12March to play Amazulu in Durban to conclude te round of 32 fixtures.

Caster Semeneya in first run under new coach Maria Mutola won the 400m at a blustery Bellville Athletics meet. After this opening run, the impact of Mutola was evident in the way Semenya handled the bend and windy conditions, which spells good as she prepares for the Olympics later in London.

Another bad day at the office for cricket outfit Cobras. Playing at home against the Titans in a MiWay 20 Competition, they were completely outclassed in all facets. Far too much reliance on 2 or 3 individuals has cost them dearly, and unless there is a coherent team effort, they can this competition good-bye. Not once during this challenge series, have they fire in all cylinders and time is overdue to repay the Newlands faithful.

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