Looking back at the year 2010, we could come to a decision that the year has been a controversial one in sports than the other way around. 2010 has also been the year of firsts for many as Spain won their first world cup title, England became T20 Champions for the first time. Here are the top 10 sports moments of the year 2010.
- England defeated Australia in 4th test by an innings and 157 runs which helped them to retain the Ashes Urn for the first time in 24 years.
- Spain continued their Euro 2008 form and went on to win their first ever FIFA World Cup title.
- Sachin Tendulkar became the first cricketer to score double century in One Day Internationals when he remained unbeaten at 200 against Proteas in February.
- Sebastian Vettel became the youngest ever World Champion in F1 and he helped Red Bull Racing winning their Constructors' Championship too.
- 2010 has been a good year for Indian athlets as India finished 2nd in Commonwealth table only behind Australia by winning 38 gold medals. Indians' total medal tally stood at 101.
- An Ugly battle between BCCI and Lalit Modi resulted in later being sacked as IPL Commissioner.
- Indian Badminton star Saina Nehwal reached her career high 2nd rank in the year 2010.
- Spot Fixing scandal that shook the cricketing world. It ultimately resulted in ICC banning 3 Pakistan players Butt, Asif and Amir.
- Controversies that surrounded Commonwealth Games like using child labours, preparation delays, poor ticket sales and attendance, racism allegations etc..
- And yes... The Vuvuzelas and waka wakas that gained lot of attention during 2010 FIFA World Cup.
Hope 2011 will be an entertaining year without any controversies...
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