Motorsport: Recovering Massa to return home
Felipe Massa is to return home to Brazil on Monday just nine days after fracturing his skull in a freak accident at the Hungarian Grand Prix.
Falcons Sign First-Round Pick Jerry
ATLANTA -- The Atlanta Falcons have signed first-round draft pick Peria (Per-Ray) Jerry to a five-year contract.
Jumat, 31 Juli 2009
Football: Mutu loses $25.3M compensation fight
Football: Mutu loses $25.3M compensation fight
Former Chelsea striker Adrian Mutu has lost his appeal against a FIFA ruling that he must pay the English Premier League club 17 million euros ($25.3 million) in compensation for breach of contract.
Former Chelsea striker Adrian Mutu has lost his appeal against a FIFA ruling that he must pay the English Premier League club 17 million euros ($25.3 million) in compensation for breach of contract.
Golf: Woods off the pace in Buick opener
Golf: Woods off the pace in Buick opener
Tiger Woods is in danger of missing the cut for the second straight tournament after struggling to a one-under 71 in the first round of the Buick Open.
Tiger Woods is in danger of missing the cut for the second straight tournament after struggling to a one-under 71 in the first round of the Buick Open.
Norman's Magic Produces Share of U.S. Senior Open Lead
Former England manager Bobby Robson dies
Former manager of the England football team, Bobby Robson, has died aged 76 after a long fight with cancer.
Norman's Magic Produces Share of U.S. Senior Open Lead
CARMEL, Ind. -- Greg Norman looked like his old self Thursday in the first round of the U.S. Senior Open.
UConn's Moore working her way back
STORRS -- Last summer, Maya Moore enjoyed some downtime when she stepped away from the game for a number of weeks to spend time with family and friends. She's been away from the game again this summer, but for a different reason.It has been four weeks since Moore, UConn's rising junior who is regarded as the top collegiate player in the game, suffered a sprained right knee during an exhibition game against Australia while training for the World University Games in Serbia.
Former manager of the England football team, Bobby Robson, has died aged 76 after a long fight with cancer.
Norman's Magic Produces Share of U.S. Senior Open Lead
CARMEL, Ind. -- Greg Norman looked like his old self Thursday in the first round of the U.S. Senior Open.
UConn's Moore working her way back
STORRS -- Last summer, Maya Moore enjoyed some downtime when she stepped away from the game for a number of weeks to spend time with family and friends. She's been away from the game again this summer, but for a different reason.It has been four weeks since Moore, UConn's rising junior who is regarded as the top collegiate player in the game, suffered a sprained right knee during an exhibition game against Australia while training for the World University Games in Serbia.
Kamis, 30 Juli 2009
Football: Hleb rejects Inter to join Stuttgart
Football: Hleb rejects Inter to join Stuttgart
Barcelona midfielder Alexander Hleb has turned down a move to Inter Milan in favor of returning to Bundesliga club Stuttgart on loan for the season.
Barcelona midfielder Alexander Hleb has turned down a move to Inter Milan in favor of returning to Bundesliga club Stuttgart on loan for the season.
Tennis: Superb Sharapova cruises past Petrova
Tennis: Superb Sharapova cruises past Petrova
Unseeded Russian Maria Sharapova produced her most impressive display since returning from shoulder surgery, crushing compatriort Nadia Petrova in straight sets in the second round of the Bank of the West Classic.
Unseeded Russian Maria Sharapova produced her most impressive display since returning from shoulder surgery, crushing compatriort Nadia Petrova in straight sets in the second round of the Bank of the West Classic.
All aboard
Swimming: Phelps sets 200m butterfly record
Multiple Olympic champion Michael Phelps bounced back on Wednesday to set a world record in the 200 meters butterfly after suffering his first defeat in international competition in four years a day earlier at the world swimming championships in Rome.
Everton Downs MLS All-Stars on Penalty Kicks
SANDY, Utah -- Tim Howard made six saves in regulation and stopped three shots on penalty kicks to lead Everton over the Major League Soccer team 4-3 on penalty kicks following a 1-1 tie in the MLS All-Star game on Wednesday night.
All aboard
RIDGEFIELD -- Kimberly Hopewell only started rowing a little over three years ago.Apparently, the recent Ridgefield High graduate is a quick learner.Hopewell made the U.S. Junior National rowing team as a member of the women's quadruple sculls boat earlier this month and left Wednesday for Brive-La-Gaillarde, France, and the FISA World Rowing Junior Championships, which will take place Aug.
Multiple Olympic champion Michael Phelps bounced back on Wednesday to set a world record in the 200 meters butterfly after suffering his first defeat in international competition in four years a day earlier at the world swimming championships in Rome.
Everton Downs MLS All-Stars on Penalty Kicks
SANDY, Utah -- Tim Howard made six saves in regulation and stopped three shots on penalty kicks to lead Everton over the Major League Soccer team 4-3 on penalty kicks following a 1-1 tie in the MLS All-Star game on Wednesday night.
All aboard
RIDGEFIELD -- Kimberly Hopewell only started rowing a little over three years ago.Apparently, the recent Ridgefield High graduate is a quick learner.Hopewell made the U.S. Junior National rowing team as a member of the women's quadruple sculls boat earlier this month and left Wednesday for Brive-La-Gaillarde, France, and the FISA World Rowing Junior Championships, which will take place Aug.
Rabu, 29 Juli 2009
Football: Real Madrid in swoop for Arbeloa
Football: Real Madrid in swoop for Arbeloa
Primera Liga giants Real Madrid have made their fifth signing of the summer after swooping for Liverpool's Spanish international right-back Alvaro Arbeloa on a five-year contract for a fee of £3.5 million ($5.7 million).
Primera Liga giants Real Madrid have made their fifth signing of the summer after swooping for Liverpool's Spanish international right-back Alvaro Arbeloa on a five-year contract for a fee of £3.5 million ($5.7 million).
Swimming: Phelps beaten as suit row rumbles on
Swimming: Phelps beaten as suit row rumbles on
Multiple Olympic champion Michael Phelps suffered his first defeat in international competition for four years when Paul Biedermann convincingly beat him in the 200 meters freestyle final at the world swimming championships in Rome.
Multiple Olympic champion Michael Phelps suffered his first defeat in international competition for four years when Paul Biedermann convincingly beat him in the 200 meters freestyle final at the world swimming championships in Rome.
BMW to leave Formula One at end of season
BMW to leave Formula One at end of season
German car manufacturer BMW announces it is to pull out of Formula One and the end of the current season after a "landmark" decision to restructure the group's motorsport activities was made by the company's board in a meeting on Tuesday.
German car manufacturer BMW announces it is to pull out of Formula One and the end of the current season after a "landmark" decision to restructure the group's motorsport activities was made by the company's board in a meeting on Tuesday.
Selasa, 28 Juli 2009
Rugby: England named as 2015 World Cup hosts
Rugby: England named as 2015 World Cup hosts
England will host the 2015 Rugby World Cup, the International Rugby Board (IRB) have announced at a meeting in Dublin on Tuesday.
England will host the 2015 Rugby World Cup, the International Rugby Board (IRB) have announced at a meeting in Dublin on Tuesday.
Football: Wenger says Toure set for Man City
Football: Wenger says Toure set for Man City
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has confirmed that experienced central defender Kolo Toure is set to leave the English Premier League club as talks continue over a possible move to Manchester City.
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has confirmed that experienced central defender Kolo Toure is set to leave the English Premier League club as talks continue over a possible move to Manchester City.
Golf: Green wins Canadian Open after playoff
Golf: Green wins Canadian Open after playoff
Australian Nathan Green beat Retief Goosen in a play-off to win the rain-delayed Canadian Open to secure his first PGA Tour victory.
Australian Nathan Green beat Retief Goosen in a play-off to win the rain-delayed Canadian Open to secure his first PGA Tour victory.
Football: Crouch completes Tottenham transfer
Football: Crouch completes Tottenham transfer
England striker Peter Crouch has completed his transfer from Portsmouth to English Premier League rivals Tottenham Hotspur, ensuring he teams-up with manager Harry Redknapp for the third time in his career.
England striker Peter Crouch has completed his transfer from Portsmouth to English Premier League rivals Tottenham Hotspur, ensuring he teams-up with manager Harry Redknapp for the third time in his career.
Seattle Slump Continues in Loss to Blue Jays
Obama urges FIFA to deliver U.S. World Cup
The U.S. President Barack Obama has urges FIFA, the governing body of world football, to give "strong consideration" to an American bid to host a World Cup in 2018 or 2020.
Seattle Slump Continues in Loss to Blue Jays
SEATTLE -- Marco Scutaro matched his career high with four hits and the Toronto Blue Jays took advantage of Felix Hernandez's worst start of the season, beating the slumping Seattle Mariners 11-4 on Monday night.
The U.S. President Barack Obama has urges FIFA, the governing body of world football, to give "strong consideration" to an American bid to host a World Cup in 2018 or 2020.
Seattle Slump Continues in Loss to Blue Jays
SEATTLE -- Marco Scutaro matched his career high with four hits and the Toronto Blue Jays took advantage of Felix Hernandez's worst start of the season, beating the slumping Seattle Mariners 11-4 on Monday night.
Senin, 27 Juli 2009
Boxing: Former champion Forrest shot dead
Boxing: Former champion Forrest shot dead
Former boxing champion Vernon Forrest is dead after being shot multiple times in a neighborhood southwest of downtown Atlanta, officials said Sunday.
Former boxing champion Vernon Forrest is dead after being shot multiple times in a neighborhood southwest of downtown Atlanta, officials said Sunday.
Cricket: England hopeful Flintoff will be fit
Cricket: England hopeful Flintoff will be fit
England captain Andrew Strauss expects Andrew Flintoff to be fit for the third Ashes Test against Australia at Edgbaston on Thursday.
England captain Andrew Strauss expects Andrew Flintoff to be fit for the third Ashes Test against Australia at Edgbaston on Thursday.
Massa wakes for family after operation
Massa wakes for family after operation
Felipe Massa has been woken successfully three times to make contact with his family, one of the surgeons who operated on the Brazilian F1 star tells CNN.
Felipe Massa has been woken successfully three times to make contact with his family, one of the surgeons who operated on the Brazilian F1 star tells CNN.
Football: Eto'o arrives for Inter switch
Football: Eto'o arrives for Inter switch
Samuel Eto'o arrived in Milan on Monday to complete his transfer to Inter in a swap deal which sends Zlatan Ibrahimovic to his former club Barcelona.
Samuel Eto'o arrived in Milan on Monday to complete his transfer to Inter in a swap deal which sends Zlatan Ibrahimovic to his former club Barcelona.
F1 star Massa makes contact with family
F1 star Massa makes contact with family
Felipe Massa has been able to make contact with his family as he battles "life threatening" injuries, one of the doctors who performed surgery on the F1 star told CNN in an exclusive interview Monday.
Drew Bennett Retires Two Days After Signing With the Baltimore Ravens
BALTIMORE, July 26 -- Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Drew Bennett announced his retirement Sunday night, just two days after signing with the team in an effort to rekindle his NFL career.
Felipe Massa has been able to make contact with his family as he battles "life threatening" injuries, one of the doctors who performed surgery on the F1 star told CNN in an exclusive interview Monday.
Drew Bennett Retires Two Days After Signing With the Baltimore Ravens
BALTIMORE, July 26 -- Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Drew Bennett announced his retirement Sunday night, just two days after signing with the team in an effort to rekindle his NFL career.
Minggu, 26 Juli 2009
Motorsport: Massa stable after skull operation
Motorsport: Massa stable after skull operation
Ferrari's Felipe Massa remains in a stable condition in hospital on Sunday after surgery on his double skull fracture, sustained in a freak crash in Saturday's qualifying for the Hungarian Formula One Grand Prix.
Ferrari's Felipe Massa remains in a stable condition in hospital on Sunday after surgery on his double skull fracture, sustained in a freak crash in Saturday's qualifying for the Hungarian Formula One Grand Prix.
Revived Hamilton claims shock Hungary win
Revived Hamilton claims shock Hungary win
World champion Lewis Hamilton romps to a morale-boosting first Formula One victory of 2009 as his would-be successor Jenson Button again failed to finish on the podium in Sunday's Hungarian Grand Prix.
World champion Lewis Hamilton romps to a morale-boosting first Formula One victory of 2009 as his would-be successor Jenson Button again failed to finish on the podium in Sunday's Hungarian Grand Prix.
Cricket: Bell back in England's Ashes line-up
Cricket: Bell back in England's Ashes line-up
Batsman Ian Bell is poised to return to England's starting line-up for the third Ashes Test against Australia at his home ground of Edgbaston next week.
Batsman Ian Bell is poised to return to England's starting line-up for the third Ashes Test against Australia at his home ground of Edgbaston next week.
Football: Portsmouth accept Spurs Crouch bid
Football: Portsmouth accept Spurs Crouch bid
Portsmouth manager Paul Hart has confirmed the Premier League club have accepted a bid from Tottenham Hotspur for England striker Peter Crouch.
Portsmouth manager Paul Hart has confirmed the Premier League club have accepted a bid from Tottenham Hotspur for England striker Peter Crouch.
Golf: Dufner leads as Calcavecchia sets record
Golf: Dufner leads as Calcavecchia sets record
American Jason Dufner carded a nine-under-par round of 63 to move to the top of the Canadian Open leaderboard, but it was Mark Calcavecchia who was in record-breaking form at the Glen Abbey Golf Club in Oakville.
American Jason Dufner carded a nine-under-par round of 63 to move to the top of the Canadian Open leaderboard, but it was Mark Calcavecchia who was in record-breaking form at the Glen Abbey Golf Club in Oakville.
Rugby: South Africa edge All Blacks
Rugby: South Africa edge All Blacks
World champions South Africa held off a second-half rally from New Zealand to win their Tri-Nations opener 28-19 in Bloemfontein on Saturday.
Mets Find Offense, Beat Astros Behind Niese
HOUSTON -- Jeff Francoeur hit a three-run homer, David Wright added a solo shot and the New York Mets enjoyed a rare offensive outburst Saturday night in a 10-3 victory over the Houston Astros.
Lobo to be inducted to Hall of Fame
Rebecca Lobo will always be remembered as one of the players that helped bring women's basketball to the forefront of American sports in the mid-1990s. Her jaunt around the floor of the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minn. April 2, 1995 with her arms outstretched is an image that fans, especially those in Connecticut, will not forget.
World champions South Africa held off a second-half rally from New Zealand to win their Tri-Nations opener 28-19 in Bloemfontein on Saturday.
Mets Find Offense, Beat Astros Behind Niese
HOUSTON -- Jeff Francoeur hit a three-run homer, David Wright added a solo shot and the New York Mets enjoyed a rare offensive outburst Saturday night in a 10-3 victory over the Houston Astros.
Lobo to be inducted to Hall of Fame
Rebecca Lobo will always be remembered as one of the players that helped bring women's basketball to the forefront of American sports in the mid-1990s. Her jaunt around the floor of the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minn. April 2, 1995 with her arms outstretched is an image that fans, especially those in Connecticut, will not forget.
Sabtu, 25 Juli 2009
Motorsport: Rossi tops grid at Donnington
Motorsport: Rossi tops grid at Donnington
Reigning world champion Valentino Rossi claimed pole position for the British MotoGP at Donnington on Saturday.
Reigning world champion Valentino Rossi claimed pole position for the British MotoGP at Donnington on Saturday.
Contador on verge of second Tour success
Contador on verge of second Tour success
Alberto Contador is on the verge of winning his second Tour de France in three years after holding off the challenge of Andy Schleck in the ardous 20th and penultimate stage to the top of Mont Ventoux, won by Juan Manuel Garate.
Alberto Contador is on the verge of winning his second Tour de France in three years after holding off the challenge of Andy Schleck in the ardous 20th and penultimate stage to the top of Mont Ventoux, won by Juan Manuel Garate.
Alonso claims pole after freak Massa crash
Alonso claims pole after freak Massa crash
Ferrari's Felipe Massa receives attention after suffering a freak high-speed crash in qualifying for Sunday's Hungarian Grand Prix. Former world champion Fernando Alonso claims his first pole position of the season in his Renault.
Ferrari's Felipe Massa receives attention after suffering a freak high-speed crash in qualifying for Sunday's Hungarian Grand Prix. Former world champion Fernando Alonso claims his first pole position of the season in his Renault.
Mourinho angered by Ibrahimovic decision
Mourinho angered by Ibrahimovic decision
Jose Mourinho admits he has been left angered by the decision to sell striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic to Barcelona although the Inter Milan coach says he is delighted to welcome Samuel Eto'o to the San Siro.
Jose Mourinho admits he has been left angered by the decision to sell striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic to Barcelona although the Inter Milan coach says he is delighted to welcome Samuel Eto'o to the San Siro.
Golf: Kelly leading weather-hit Canadian Open
Golf: Kelly leading weather-hit Canadian Open
American Jerry Kelly leads the rain-hit Canadian Open at Glen Abbey Golf Club, Toronto, after Friday's second round was disrupted by more bad weather.
American Jerry Kelly leads the rain-hit Canadian Open at Glen Abbey Golf Club, Toronto, after Friday's second round was disrupted by more bad weather.
Four Major Sports Leagues to Sue to Block Delaware Betting
Football: Beckham fined after confronting fan
David Beckham's highly publicized run-in with his own club's fans has earned the soccer superstar a $1,000 fine by Major League Soccer.
Four Major Sports Leagues to Sue to Block Delaware Betting
The four major pro sports leagues and the NCAA plan to sue to block Delaware from implementing sports betting.
David Beckham's highly publicized run-in with his own club's fans has earned the soccer superstar a $1,000 fine by Major League Soccer.
Four Major Sports Leagues to Sue to Block Delaware Betting
The four major pro sports leagues and the NCAA plan to sue to block Delaware from implementing sports betting.
Jumat, 24 Juli 2009
Federer's wife gives birth to twin girls
Cycling: Cavendish claims fifth Tour stage victory
Mark Cavendish claimed his fifth stage victory on this year's Tour de France as he again proved himself the fastest man in a bunch sprint after the 178 kilometers from Bourgoin-Jallieu to Aubenas.
Federer's wife gives birth to twin girls
GENEVA, Switzerland -- Roger Federer became a father of twin girls after his wife Mirka gave birth Thursday.
Mark Cavendish claimed his fifth stage victory on this year's Tour de France as he again proved himself the fastest man in a bunch sprint after the 178 kilometers from Bourgoin-Jallieu to Aubenas.
Federer's wife gives birth to twin girls
GENEVA, Switzerland -- Roger Federer became a father of twin girls after his wife Mirka gave birth Thursday.
Tennis ace Federer father of twin girls
Tennis ace Federer father of twin girls
Tennis superstar Roger Federer is the "proud father" of twin girls after his wife Mirka gave birth overnight to Charlene Riva and Myla Rose.
Tennis superstar Roger Federer is the "proud father" of twin girls after his wife Mirka gave birth overnight to Charlene Riva and Myla Rose.
Football: Gerrard cleared on affray charge
Football: Gerrard cleared on affray charge
England international footballer Steven Gerrard was found not guilty of affray by a court in his home city on Friday.
England international footballer Steven Gerrard was found not guilty of affray by a court in his home city on Friday.
Danbury United Over-30 squad eyeing national title
Boxing: Cuba eyes return to glory
Sharp jabs and crushing body blows echo across a boxing gym in downtown Havana.
Federer's Wife Gives Birth to Twin Girls
GENEVA -- Roger Federer's wife Mirka has given birth to twin girls.
Danbury United Over-30 squad eyeing national title
Danbury United Over-30 manager Manny Cipriano admits his team won't be the most talented team at this weekend's United States Adult Soccer Association National Cup.But that doesn't mean his squad can't win Friday when Danbury takes on Azzurri from Texas in Sanford, Fla.
Sharp jabs and crushing body blows echo across a boxing gym in downtown Havana.
Federer's Wife Gives Birth to Twin Girls
GENEVA -- Roger Federer's wife Mirka has given birth to twin girls.
Danbury United Over-30 squad eyeing national title
Danbury United Over-30 manager Manny Cipriano admits his team won't be the most talented team at this weekend's United States Adult Soccer Association National Cup.But that doesn't mean his squad can't win Friday when Danbury takes on Azzurri from Texas in Sanford, Fla.
Kamis, 23 Juli 2009
Motorsport: Red Bull reward in-form Webber
Motorsport: Red Bull reward in-form Webber
Red Bull have rewarded driver Mark Webber for his outstanding form this year with a new contract to race again for the Formula One team in 2010.
Red Bull have rewarded driver Mark Webber for his outstanding form this year with a new contract to race again for the Formula One team in 2010.
Liverpool captain admits punching man in bar
Liverpool captain admits punching man in bar
English football star Steven Gerrard has admitted punching a man in a bar, but the Liverpool captain insisted in his court testimony that it was in self-defense.
English football star Steven Gerrard has admitted punching a man in a bar, but the Liverpool captain insisted in his court testimony that it was in self-defense.
Legend Watson backs British Open age limit
Legend Watson backs British Open age limit
Tom Watson is backing a ruling to set an age limit of 60 for former champions to take part in the British Opendespite coming within a whisker of taking the title at Turnberry on Sundayaged 59.
Tom Watson is backing a ruling to set an age limit of 60 for former champions to take part in the British Opendespite coming within a whisker of taking the title at Turnberry on Sundayaged 59.
Golf: Watson backs British Open age limit
Golf: Watson backs British Open age limit
Tom Watson is backing a ruling to set an age limit of 60 for former champions to take part in the British Opendespite coming within a whisker of taking the title at Turnberry on Sundayaged 59.
Seattle Storm Get Past Los Angeles Sparks in Triple Overtime
Sue Bird scores 23 points and leads a 13-0 run in the third overtime, including three three-pointers to lead the Storm past the Sparks, 98-87.
Tom Watson is backing a ruling to set an age limit of 60 for former champions to take part in the British Opendespite coming within a whisker of taking the title at Turnberry on Sundayaged 59.
Seattle Storm Get Past Los Angeles Sparks in Triple Overtime
Sue Bird scores 23 points and leads a 13-0 run in the third overtime, including three three-pointers to lead the Storm past the Sparks, 98-87.
Rabu, 22 Juli 2009
Contador extends Tour lead as Schleck wins
Contador extends Tour lead as Schleck wins
Alberto Contador moves a step closer to his second Tour de France win in three years after finishing second to Luxembourg's Frank Schleck in the gruelling 169.5km 17th stage of the race from Bourg-Saint-Maurice to Le Grand-Bornand.
Alberto Contador moves a step closer to his second Tour de France win in three years after finishing second to Luxembourg's Frank Schleck in the gruelling 169.5km 17th stage of the race from Bourg-Saint-Maurice to Le Grand-Bornand.
Football: Borowski returns to Werder Bremen
Football: Borowski returns to Werder Bremen
Germany international midfielder Tim Borowski has rejoined Werder Bremen from Bayern Munich on a three-year contract, with the option of a further year at the Weserstadion.
Germany international midfielder Tim Borowski has rejoined Werder Bremen from Bayern Munich on a three-year contract, with the option of a further year at the Weserstadion.
Football: Eriksson takes role at Notts County
Football: Eriksson takes role at Notts County
Former England national coach Sven-Goran Eriksson has returned to the country after being appointed as the new director of football of Notts County -- who play in the fourth tier of English football.
Former England national coach Sven-Goran Eriksson has returned to the country after being appointed as the new director of football of Notts County -- who play in the fourth tier of English football.
Cricket: Malik century puts Pakistan on top
Cricket: Malik century puts Pakistan on top
A century from Shoaib Malik has helped put Pakistan on top in the final Test match against Sri Lanka in Colombo.
A century from Shoaib Malik has helped put Pakistan on top in the final Test match against Sri Lanka in Colombo.
Football: Ancelotti expecting Drogba to stay
Football: Ancelotti expecting Drogba to stay
Chelsea manager Carlo Ancelotti has told a news conference that he expects striker Didier Drogba to remain at the club, after the Ivory Coast international scored the opening goal in the Premier League side's 2-0 friendly victory over Italian champions Inter Milan in Pasadena on Tuesday.
Chelsea manager Carlo Ancelotti has told a news conference that he expects striker Didier Drogba to remain at the club, after the Ivory Coast international scored the opening goal in the Premier League side's 2-0 friendly victory over Italian champions Inter Milan in Pasadena on Tuesday.
Bolt aims for improvement in London
Bolt aims for improvement in London
Usain Bolt, in a CNN exclusive, says despite being the fastest man on the planet he is still fine-tuning his track-tactics ahead of next month's world athletics championships in Berlin.
Rays Rally in Ninth for 3-2 Win
CHICAGO -- Carlos Pena's sacrifice fly off Bobby Jenks capped a two-run ninth, and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Chicago White Sox 3-2 Tuesday night.
Danbury Open tennis tournament set for this weekend
The 2009 Danbury Open tennis tournament will be held Saturday and Sunday at the Wooster School in Danbury. The USTA/New England-sanctioned event will feature such categories as Men's Open Singles, Women's Open Singles, Men's 3.0 Singles, Women's 3.0 Singles, Men's Open Doubles, Women's Open Doubles and Mixed Doubles.
Usain Bolt, in a CNN exclusive, says despite being the fastest man on the planet he is still fine-tuning his track-tactics ahead of next month's world athletics championships in Berlin.
Rays Rally in Ninth for 3-2 Win
CHICAGO -- Carlos Pena's sacrifice fly off Bobby Jenks capped a two-run ninth, and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Chicago White Sox 3-2 Tuesday night.
Danbury Open tennis tournament set for this weekend
The 2009 Danbury Open tennis tournament will be held Saturday and Sunday at the Wooster School in Danbury. The USTA/New England-sanctioned event will feature such categories as Men's Open Singles, Women's Open Singles, Men's 3.0 Singles, Women's 3.0 Singles, Men's Open Doubles, Women's Open Doubles and Mixed Doubles.
Selasa, 21 Juli 2009
Football: Arsenal suffer Nasri injury blow
Football: Arsenal suffer Nasri injury blow
Arsenal's pre-season preparations suffered a blow on Tuesday when midfielder Samir Nasri broke his leg in training.
Arsenal's pre-season preparations suffered a blow on Tuesday when midfielder Samir Nasri broke his leg in training.
Cricket: Pakistan battle back in Colombo Test
Cricket: Pakistan battle back in Colombo Test
Leg-spinner Danish Kaneria took five wickets as Pakistan claimed a 66-run first-innings lead against Sri Lanka on the second day of the third and final Test in Colombo.
Leg-spinner Danish Kaneria took five wickets as Pakistan claimed a 66-run first-innings lead against Sri Lanka on the second day of the third and final Test in Colombo.
Pietersen in doubt for third Ashes Test
Pietersen in doubt for third Ashes Test
England's key batsman Kevin Pietersen is battling to be fit for the third Ashes Test against Australia due to his ongoing Achilles problems, and will see a specialist this week.
England's key batsman Kevin Pietersen is battling to be fit for the third Ashes Test against Australia due to his ongoing Achilles problems, and will see a specialist this week.
Football: Dubai billionaire buys Portsmouth
Football: Dubai billionaire buys Portsmouth
Middle-Eastern investment is continuing apace in the English Premier League despite the tough economic climate, with Dubai-based Sulaiman Al Fahim completing his long-awaited takeover of Portsmouth.
Middle-Eastern investment is continuing apace in the English Premier League despite the tough economic climate, with Dubai-based Sulaiman Al Fahim completing his long-awaited takeover of Portsmouth.
Pacquiao announces Cotto fight
Pacquiao announces Cotto fight
The world's top pound-for-pound fighter, Manny Pacquiao, will attempt to win a world title in a fourth division by taking on three-time world champion Miguel Cotto in his next bout.
No Rest for Contador in Tour de France, but His Prospects Are Bright
SION, Switzerland, July 20 -- The tension with Lance Armstrong is all but gone in the crisp mountain air and the line of authority is clear. Now, Alberto Contador wants to concentrate on those teams intent on seizing his Tour de France lead.
Ridgefield 15s advance in Babe Ruth State tournament
The Ridgefield 15-year-old baseball team advanced to the winner's bracket final of the Babe Ruth state tournament with a 6-5 victory over Amity on Monday.Josh Newborn pitched a complete game with four strikeouts to seal the win. He helped his cause with three hits, including an RBI single in the top of the seventh inning that plated the go-ahead run.
The world's top pound-for-pound fighter, Manny Pacquiao, will attempt to win a world title in a fourth division by taking on three-time world champion Miguel Cotto in his next bout.
No Rest for Contador in Tour de France, but His Prospects Are Bright
SION, Switzerland, July 20 -- The tension with Lance Armstrong is all but gone in the crisp mountain air and the line of authority is clear. Now, Alberto Contador wants to concentrate on those teams intent on seizing his Tour de France lead.
Ridgefield 15s advance in Babe Ruth State tournament
The Ridgefield 15-year-old baseball team advanced to the winner's bracket final of the Babe Ruth state tournament with a 6-5 victory over Amity on Monday.Josh Newborn pitched a complete game with four strikeouts to seal the win. He helped his cause with three hits, including an RBI single in the top of the seventh inning that plated the go-ahead run.
Senin, 20 Juli 2009
Cricket: Sri Lanka hold upper hand in Test
Cricket: Sri Lanka hold upper hand in Test
Khurram Manzoor and Mohammad Yousuf struck determined half centuries but they could not prevent Pakistan surrendering the advantage on the opening day of the third and final cricket Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo.
Khurram Manzoor and Mohammad Yousuf struck determined half centuries but they could not prevent Pakistan surrendering the advantage on the opening day of the third and final cricket Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo.
The Connecticut Sun Snaps the Indiana Fever's 11-Game Win Streak
Mototsport: Toro Rosso confirm Alguersuari
Toro Rosso have confirmed that Spanish teenager Jaime Alguersuari will drive for the team for the remainder of the 2009 Formula One season.
The Connecticut Sun Snaps the Indiana Fever's 11-Game Win Streak
The Indiana Fever's 11-game winning streak is over.
Toro Rosso have confirmed that Spanish teenager Jaime Alguersuari will drive for the team for the remainder of the 2009 Formula One season.
The Connecticut Sun Snaps the Indiana Fever's 11-Game Win Streak
The Indiana Fever's 11-game winning streak is over.
Cricket: Flintoff guides England to Ashes win
Cricket: Flintoff guides England to Ashes win
Man-of-the-match Andrew Flintoff claimed only the third five-wicket haul of his career as England completed their first Lord's triumph over Australia for 75 years to take a 1-0 lead in the five-Test Ashes series.
Man-of-the-match Andrew Flintoff claimed only the third five-wicket haul of his career as England completed their first Lord's triumph over Australia for 75 years to take a 1-0 lead in the five-Test Ashes series.
Beckham involved in confrontation with fans
Beckham involved in confrontation with fans
Midfielder David Beckham is involved in an ugly confrontation with unhappy supporters at his first home fixture for the Los Angeles Galaxy since returning from his spell on loan with AC Milan.
Midfielder David Beckham is involved in an ugly confrontation with unhappy supporters at his first home fixture for the Los Angeles Galaxy since returning from his spell on loan with AC Milan.
Abby Wambach Scores 100th Career International Goal for U.S.
Cink defies Watson with playoff victory
Stewart Cink claims the British Open title with an emphatic playoff victory over 59-year-old fellow American Tom Watson who was bidding to become the oldest man to win a major golf title.
Abby Wambach Scores 100th Career International Goal for U.S.
Abby Wambach scored her 100th international goal in the United States' 1-0 win over Canada in her home town of Rochester, N.Y.
Stewart Cink claims the British Open title with an emphatic playoff victory over 59-year-old fellow American Tom Watson who was bidding to become the oldest man to win a major golf title.
Abby Wambach Scores 100th Career International Goal for U.S.
Abby Wambach scored her 100th international goal in the United States' 1-0 win over Canada in her home town of Rochester, N.Y.
Minggu, 19 Juli 2009
Contador crushes Lance to claim Tour yellow
Contador crushes Lance to claim Tour yellow
Alberto Contador destroys his rivals in the first Alpine stage of the Tour de France, taking over the yellow jersey with an impressive 15th stage victory to Verbier. Astana teammate Lance Armstrong finishes ninth to lie over one minute 37 seconds back in second position overall.
Alberto Contador destroys his rivals in the first Alpine stage of the Tour de France, taking over the yellow jersey with an impressive 15th stage victory to Verbier. Astana teammate Lance Armstrong finishes ninth to lie over one minute 37 seconds back in second position overall.
Athletics: Dibaba will compete in London meet
Athletics: Dibaba will compete in London meet
Double Olympic champion Tirunesh Dibaba will compete over 5,000 meters at the London Grand Prix next weekend as she takes to the track one final time before next month's world championships in Berlin.
Double Olympic champion Tirunesh Dibaba will compete over 5,000 meters at the London Grand Prix next weekend as she takes to the track one final time before next month's world championships in Berlin.
Motorsport: Rossi wins to extend MotoGP lead
Motorsport: Rossi wins to extend MotoGP lead
Valentino Rossi won a thrilling battle with Fiat Yamaha team-mate Jorge Lorenzo to win the German round of the MotoGP world championship at Sachsenring.
Valentino Rossi won a thrilling battle with Fiat Yamaha team-mate Jorge Lorenzo to win the German round of the MotoGP world championship at Sachsenring.
Khan claims world light-welterweight title
Khan claims world light-welterweight title
Briton Amir Khan takes the WBA light-welterweight world title after out-pointing defending champion Andreas Kotelnik of Ukraine in Manchester on Saturday night.
Kyle Busch Earns Another Nationwide Win
MADISON, Ill. -- Kyle Busch continued his domination of the NASCAR Nationwide Series by sailing to victory in the Missouri-Illinois Dodge Dealers 250 on Saturday night.
Newtown's Zingoni signs AHL deal
The Minnesota Wild/Houston Aeros organization might want to set up some viewing parties in Connecticut this year.Several of the Wild's free-agent signings have ties to the state, including defenseman Jaime Sifers, who signed with the team last week.
Briton Amir Khan takes the WBA light-welterweight world title after out-pointing defending champion Andreas Kotelnik of Ukraine in Manchester on Saturday night.
Kyle Busch Earns Another Nationwide Win
MADISON, Ill. -- Kyle Busch continued his domination of the NASCAR Nationwide Series by sailing to victory in the Missouri-Illinois Dodge Dealers 250 on Saturday night.
Newtown's Zingoni signs AHL deal
The Minnesota Wild/Houston Aeros organization might want to set up some viewing parties in Connecticut this year.Several of the Wild's free-agent signings have ties to the state, including defenseman Jaime Sifers, who signed with the team last week.
Sabtu, 18 Juli 2009
Harrington's hat-trick hopes fade away at Open
Harrington's hat-trick hopes fade away at Open
Padraig Harrington's bid to win a third successive British Open title was left in tatters after the Irishman carded a six-over-par 76 in his third round at Turnberry on Saturday, leaving him tied for 65th.
Padraig Harrington's bid to win a third successive British Open title was left in tatters after the Irishman carded a six-over-par 76 in his third round at Turnberry on Saturday, leaving him tied for 65th.
Motorsport: Rossi snatches Sachsenring pole
Motorsport: Rossi snatches Sachsenring pole
World MotoGP championship leader Valentino Rossi claimed his first pole position on the Sachsenring circuit to head the starting grid for Sunday's German Grand Prix.
World MotoGP championship leader Valentino Rossi claimed his first pole position on the Sachsenring circuit to head the starting grid for Sunday's German Grand Prix.
England build big lead by lunch at Lord's
England build big lead by lunch at Lord's
England continued to dominate the second Ashes Test against Australia after building a 267-run lead with all 10 wickets left by lunch on the third day at Lord's, with captain Andrew Strauss, above, and Alastair Cook putting on 57 for the first wicket.
England continued to dominate the second Ashes Test against Australia after building a 267-run lead with all 10 wickets left by lunch on the third day at Lord's, with captain Andrew Strauss, above, and Alastair Cook putting on 57 for the first wicket.
Tiger crashes out of Open
Tiger crashes out of Open
Tiger Woods is out of the British Open after a dismal performance on day two. "I had a few really poor holes in a row," he said. It is only the second time in his glittering career that Woods has missed the cut.
Phillies Beat Marlins, 6-5, in 12 Innings
MIAMI -- A downpour led to an early exit for Cole Hamels on a long night for the Philadelphia Phillies. Yet they keep winning, rain or shine.
Tiger Woods is out of the British Open after a dismal performance on day two. "I had a few really poor holes in a row," he said. It is only the second time in his glittering career that Woods has missed the cut.
Phillies Beat Marlins, 6-5, in 12 Innings
MIAMI -- A downpour led to an early exit for Cole Hamels on a long night for the Philadelphia Phillies. Yet they keep winning, rain or shine.
Jumat, 17 Juli 2009
Football: Ferguson signs Senegal striker
Football: Ferguson signs Senegal striker
Manchester United have signed Senegal striker Mame Biram Diouf, less than a week after manager Alex Ferguson said their spending in the close season transfer window was at an end.
Manchester United have signed Senegal striker Mame Biram Diouf, less than a week after manager Alex Ferguson said their spending in the close season transfer window was at an end.
Inter plan Ibrahimovic swap for Eto'o
Inter plan Ibrahimovic swap for Eto'o
Inter Milan are offering their star striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic (above) in a swap deal with Barcelona which would see Cameroon's Samuel Eto'o move in the other direction.
Inter Milan are offering their star striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic (above) in a swap deal with Barcelona which would see Cameroon's Samuel Eto'o move in the other direction.
Football: Inter plan Ibrahimovic swap for Eto'o
Football: Inter plan Ibrahimovic swap for Eto'o
Inter Milan are offering their star striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic in a swap deal with Barcelona which would see Samuel Eto'o move in the other direction.
Inter Milan are offering their star striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic in a swap deal with Barcelona which would see Samuel Eto'o move in the other direction.
Young guns aim high in Danbury Amateur
Manchester United cancel Jakarta match
English Premier League champions Manchester United cancel the Jakarta leg of their 2009 pre-season tour of Asia as a result of the bomb attacks in the Indonesian capital.
Jones, Braves Top the Mets
ATLANTA -- Chipper Jones drove in the go-ahead run in the seventh inning and the Atlanta Braves prevailed in the matchup of bullpens in a 5-3 victory over the New York Mets on Thursday night.
Young guns aim high in Danbury Amateur
Talk about the luck of the draw.The pairings for Saturday's first round of the Danbury Amateur golf championship at Richter Park were literally pulled out of a hat, and while the selection process was completely random, it looks as though fate may have interfered a little.
English Premier League champions Manchester United cancel the Jakarta leg of their 2009 pre-season tour of Asia as a result of the bomb attacks in the Indonesian capital.
Jones, Braves Top the Mets
ATLANTA -- Chipper Jones drove in the go-ahead run in the seventh inning and the Atlanta Braves prevailed in the matchup of bullpens in a 5-3 victory over the New York Mets on Thursday night.
Young guns aim high in Danbury Amateur
Talk about the luck of the draw.The pairings for Saturday's first round of the Danbury Amateur golf championship at Richter Park were literally pulled out of a hat, and while the selection process was completely random, it looks as though fate may have interfered a little.
Kamis, 16 Juli 2009
Cycling: Sorensen wins 12th stage of Tour
Cycling: Sorensen wins 12th stage of Tour
Denmark's Nicki Sorensen won the 12th stage of the Tour de France as the Rinaldo Nocentini kept the yellow jersey ahead of Astana teammates Alberto Contador and Lance Armstrong.
Denmark's Nicki Sorensen won the 12th stage of the Tour de France as the Rinaldo Nocentini kept the yellow jersey ahead of Astana teammates Alberto Contador and Lance Armstrong.
Beckham: 'I'm committed to Galaxy and England'
Beckham: 'I'm committed to Galaxy and England'
David Beckham says he is still fully committed to the Los Angeles Galaxy but will not give up on his dream of playing for England in the 2010 World Cup finals in South Africa.
David Beckham says he is still fully committed to the Los Angeles Galaxy but will not give up on his dream of playing for England in the 2010 World Cup finals in South Africa.
Watson leads as Tiger toils at Turnberry
Watson leads as Tiger toils at Turnberry
Five-time champion Tom Watson turns back the clock with an immaculate display at Turnberry to claim the early clubhouse lead in the British Open with a five-under 65, but Tiger Woods struggles to a one-over 71.
Five-time champion Tom Watson turns back the clock with an immaculate display at Turnberry to claim the early clubhouse lead in the British Open with a five-under 65, but Tiger Woods struggles to a one-over 71.
Golf: Vintage Watson claims British Open lead
Golf: Vintage Watson claims British Open lead
Five-time champion Tom Watson turned back the clock with an immaculate display of links golf on the Ailsa Course at Turnberry to claim the early clubhouse lead in the British Open.
Five-time champion Tom Watson turned back the clock with an immaculate display of links golf on the Ailsa Course at Turnberry to claim the early clubhouse lead in the British Open.
Memorable season for Pomperaug's next generation of golf stars
Football: World Cup stadia strike over
The strike which threatened to delay the construction of 2010 World Cup stadiums in South Africa have ended according to the key union behind the dispute.
Last Woman Eliminated From World Series of Poker
LAS VEGAS -- A former Bear Stearns executive, a self-employed logger and a tournament poker player have each captured more than 20 million chips as they seek a spot at the final table of the World Series of Poker main event.
Memorable season for Pomperaug's next generation of golf stars
Pomperaug High boys golf coach Rich Szymanski has a simple philosophy when it comes to success at the high school level."How good we're going to be next year depends on how much golf you play this summer," he said.That approach has worked for Szymanski for 21 seasons at Pomperaug.
The strike which threatened to delay the construction of 2010 World Cup stadiums in South Africa have ended according to the key union behind the dispute.
Last Woman Eliminated From World Series of Poker
LAS VEGAS -- A former Bear Stearns executive, a self-employed logger and a tournament poker player have each captured more than 20 million chips as they seek a spot at the final table of the World Series of Poker main event.
Memorable season for Pomperaug's next generation of golf stars
Pomperaug High boys golf coach Rich Szymanski has a simple philosophy when it comes to success at the high school level."How good we're going to be next year depends on how much golf you play this summer," he said.That approach has worked for Szymanski for 21 seasons at Pomperaug.
Rabu, 15 Juli 2009
Cycling: Cavendish takes green with fourth win
Cycling: Cavendish takes green with fourth win
Mark Cavendish takes back the green jersey with another blistering sprint finish to win the 11th stage of the Tour de France in Saint Fargeau on Wednesday.
Mark Cavendish takes back the green jersey with another blistering sprint finish to win the 11th stage of the Tour de France in Saint Fargeau on Wednesday.
Golf: Turnberry a true major test, says Tiger
Golf: Turnberry a true major test, says Tiger
The Ailsa course at Turnberry will offer a degree of difficulty worthy of a major championship, world number one Tiger Woods tells CNN as he bids to win his fourth British Open at the Scottish links.
The Ailsa course at Turnberry will offer a degree of difficulty worthy of a major championship, world number one Tiger Woods tells CNN as he bids to win his fourth British Open at the Scottish links.
Martinez Agrees to Deal With Phillies
Golf: Turnberry a true major test says Tiger
The Ailsa course at Turnberry will offer a degree of difficulty worthy of a major championship, world number one Tiger Woods tells CNN as he bids to win his fourth British Open at the Scottish links.
Martinez Agrees to Deal With Phillies
PHILADELPHIA -- Pedro Martinez is returning to the major leagues.
The Ailsa course at Turnberry will offer a degree of difficulty worthy of a major championship, world number one Tiger Woods tells CNN as he bids to win his fourth British Open at the Scottish links.
Martinez Agrees to Deal With Phillies
PHILADELPHIA -- Pedro Martinez is returning to the major leagues.
Tennis: Nadal to return to action next month
Tennis: Nadal to return to action next month
Rafael Nadal is on the comeback trail after an injury-blighted summer which has seen him lose his French Open and Wimbledon crowns as well as the world number one spot to arch-rival Roger Federer.
Rafael Nadal is on the comeback trail after an injury-blighted summer which has seen him lose his French Open and Wimbledon crowns as well as the world number one spot to arch-rival Roger Federer.
Despite Winning Three of Four Majors, S. Williams Is Ranked Second
Baseball: Obama throws All-Star pitch
President Obama is not shy about showing off his jump shot on the basketball court, but on Tuesday night, it was his baseball skills that were put to the test.
Despite Winning Three of Four Majors, S. Williams Is Ranked Second
Serena Williams has won the last three majors yet is ranked second while top-ranked Dianara Safina is still in search of her first Grand Slam title.
Talented pitchers lead way
It might not have been the most successful softball season the area has seen in terms of postseason success, but there is little doubt that there was plenty of talent playing on area diamonds in 2009.For proof of that, one need look no further than The News-Times All-Area Softball team where virtually every senior will be continuing her career in college next year, many of whom earned scholarships at their respective schools.
President Obama is not shy about showing off his jump shot on the basketball court, but on Tuesday night, it was his baseball skills that were put to the test.
Despite Winning Three of Four Majors, S. Williams Is Ranked Second
Serena Williams has won the last three majors yet is ranked second while top-ranked Dianara Safina is still in search of her first Grand Slam title.
Talented pitchers lead way
It might not have been the most successful softball season the area has seen in terms of postseason success, but there is little doubt that there was plenty of talent playing on area diamonds in 2009.For proof of that, one need look no further than The News-Times All-Area Softball team where virtually every senior will be continuing her career in college next year, many of whom earned scholarships at their respective schools.
Selasa, 14 Juli 2009
Manchester City seal $40M Tevez transfer
Manchester City seal $40M Tevez transfer
Big-spending English Premier League club Manchester City seal the much-anticipated $40 million signing of Argentina international striker Carlos Tevez, who joins after leaving the club's city rivals Manchester United.
Big-spending English Premier League club Manchester City seal the much-anticipated $40 million signing of Argentina international striker Carlos Tevez, who joins after leaving the club's city rivals Manchester United.
Cricket: Sri Lanka clinch historic series win
Cricket: Sri Lanka clinch historic series win
Sri Lanka have sealed a historic first Test series victory against Pakistan after completing a crushing seven-wicket win on the third day of the second match in Colombo.
Sri Lanka have sealed a historic first Test series victory against Pakistan after completing a crushing seven-wicket win on the third day of the second match in Colombo.
Manchester City to unveil $40M signing Tevez
Manchester City to unveil $40M signing Tevez
Big-spending English Premier League club Manchester City will unveil the much-anticipated $40 million signing of Argentina international Carlos Tevez on Tuesday afternoon.
Big-spending English Premier League club Manchester City will unveil the much-anticipated $40 million signing of Argentina international Carlos Tevez on Tuesday afternoon.
Football: Man Utd spending on hold
Football: Man Utd spending on hold
Alex Ferguson handed Michael Owen the famous number seven shirt at Old Trafford and then dropped a strong hint that Manchester United's spending in the summer transfer window was at an end.
Griffin Scores 27 in Summer League Debut
LAS VEGAS -- Los Angeles Clippers center Blake Griffin didn't wait long Monday night to show why he was the top pick in last month's NBA draft.
Auriemma set to speak at charity breakfast
DANBURY -- When sports radio personality Chris "Mad Dog" Russo spoke at the inaugural Housatonic Valley Sports Organizing Committee breakfast two years ago, President Dick Murray thought it couldn't get much better.Then, in 2008, UConn football coach Randy Edsall dropped in on HV Sports' primary fundraiser.
Alex Ferguson handed Michael Owen the famous number seven shirt at Old Trafford and then dropped a strong hint that Manchester United's spending in the summer transfer window was at an end.
Griffin Scores 27 in Summer League Debut
LAS VEGAS -- Los Angeles Clippers center Blake Griffin didn't wait long Monday night to show why he was the top pick in last month's NBA draft.
Auriemma set to speak at charity breakfast
DANBURY -- When sports radio personality Chris "Mad Dog" Russo spoke at the inaugural Housatonic Valley Sports Organizing Committee breakfast two years ago, President Dick Murray thought it couldn't get much better.Then, in 2008, UConn football coach Randy Edsall dropped in on HV Sports' primary fundraiser.
Senin, 13 Juli 2009
Behind Brad Bergesen, the Baltimore Orioles Head Into All-Star Break on a Win
Football: Talks planned to end World Cup strikes
The National Union of Mineworkers (NUM), a major trade union representing the 70,000 construction workers currently striking at 2010 World Cup stadium building sites in South Africa, will meet with local organizers on Tuesday in a bid thrash out a resolution.
Behind Brad Bergesen, the Baltimore Orioles Head Into All-Star Break on a Win
Brad Bergesen took a shutout into the seventh inning to lead the Baltimore Orioles to a 4-2 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Sunday.
The National Union of Mineworkers (NUM), a major trade union representing the 70,000 construction workers currently striking at 2010 World Cup stadium building sites in South Africa, will meet with local organizers on Tuesday in a bid thrash out a resolution.
Behind Brad Bergesen, the Baltimore Orioles Head Into All-Star Break on a Win
Brad Bergesen took a shutout into the seventh inning to lead the Baltimore Orioles to a 4-2 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Sunday.
Man Utd spending on hold says Ferguson
Man Utd spending on hold says Ferguson
Alex Ferguson handed Michael Owen the famous number seven shirt at Old Trafford and then dropped a strong hint that Manchester United's spending in the summer transfer window was at an end.
Alex Ferguson handed Michael Owen the famous number seven shirt at Old Trafford and then dropped a strong hint that Manchester United's spending in the summer transfer window was at an end.
Beind Brad Bergesen, the Baltimore Orioles Head Into All-Star Break on a Win
Brad Bergesen took a shutout into the seventh inning to lead the Baltimore Orioles to a 4-2 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Sunday.
Brad Bergesen took a shutout into the seventh inning to lead the Baltimore Orioles to a 4-2 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Sunday.
Golf: Korea's Ji wins U.S. Women's Open
Golf: Korea's Ji wins U.S. Women's Open
South Korea's Eun Hee Ji curled in a 15-foot birdie putt on the 72nd hole to win the US Women's Open on Sunday, beating Taiwan's Candie Kung by one stroke for her first major title.
South Korea's Eun Hee Ji curled in a 15-foot birdie putt on the 72nd hole to win the US Women's Open on Sunday, beating Taiwan's Candie Kung by one stroke for her first major title.
Tennis: Champions Spain seal Davis semi spot
Tennis: Champions Spain seal Davis semi spot
Defending champions Spain battled into the Davis Cup semifinals with a 3-2 victory at home to Germany on Sunday, and will next face surprise package Israel.
Beckett Pitches Three-Hitter to End First Half
Josh Beckett capped a brilliant first half of the season with a three-hitter, joining teammate Tim Wakefield as the only 11-game winners in the AL as the Boston Red Sox beat the Kansas City Royals 6-0 Sunday.
Defending champions Spain battled into the Davis Cup semifinals with a 3-2 victory at home to Germany on Sunday, and will next face surprise package Israel.
Beckett Pitches Three-Hitter to End First Half
Josh Beckett capped a brilliant first half of the season with a three-hitter, joining teammate Tim Wakefield as the only 11-game winners in the AL as the Boston Red Sox beat the Kansas City Royals 6-0 Sunday.
Minggu, 12 Juli 2009
Cycling: Fedrigo wins as Nocentini keeps yellow
Cycling: Fedrigo wins as Nocentini keeps yellow
Frenchman Pierrick Fedrigo has won the 160.5km ninth stage of the Tour de France from Saint-Gaudens to Tarbes, outsprinting Italian Franco Pellizotti after the pair had broken away from their fellow-escapees as the race left the Pyrenees.
Frenchman Pierrick Fedrigo has won the 160.5km ninth stage of the Tour de France from Saint-Gaudens to Tarbes, outsprinting Italian Franco Pellizotti after the pair had broken away from their fellow-escapees as the race left the Pyrenees.
Webber claims breakthrough F1 victory
Webber claims breakthrough F1 victory
Mark Webber recovers from a disastrous start to claim his first Formula One victory in Sunday's German Grand Prix at Nurburgring. Team-mate Sebastian Vettel finishes second as Red Bull secure a superb 1-2 on the day.
Mark Webber recovers from a disastrous start to claim his first Formula One victory in Sunday's German Grand Prix at Nurburgring. Team-mate Sebastian Vettel finishes second as Red Bull secure a superb 1-2 on the day.
Foul play feared as boxing champ found dead
Foul play feared as boxing champ found dead
Police are investigating after former world boxing champion Arturo Gatti was found dead in a hotel in Brazil, where he had been on holiday with his wife and young child.
Police are investigating after former world boxing champion Arturo Gatti was found dead in a hotel in Brazil, where he had been on holiday with his wife and young child.
Swimming: Peirsol sets backstroke record
Swimming: Peirsol sets backstroke record
Aaron Peirsol has won the 200m backstroke at the U.S. swimming championships in a world record time, to add to the world mark he set in the 100m earlier in the week.
Aaron Peirsol has won the 200m backstroke at the U.S. swimming championships in a world record time, to add to the world mark he set in the 100m earlier in the week.
UConn women's notebook
Golf: Kerr extends lead in U.S. Women's Open
Cristie Kerr -- seeking her second U.S. Women's Open title in three years -- fired a one-over-par 72 on Saturday to double her lead after the third round in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.
Lesnar Stops Mir, St. Pierre Wins at UFC 100
LAS VEGAS -- Brock Lesnar defended his heavyweight title in his uniquely brutish style at UFC 100 Saturday night, capping the sport's landmark weekend with a second-round stoppage of Frank Mir.
UConn women's notebook
GOLDEN -- Rising senior center Tina Charles assembled another performance in the finale of the World University Games Saturday that emphatically reinforces her status as an All-American. She finished with game-highs of 28 points (11-of-16 FG) and 18 rebounds in 21 minutes to lead the U.
Cristie Kerr -- seeking her second U.S. Women's Open title in three years -- fired a one-over-par 72 on Saturday to double her lead after the third round in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.
Lesnar Stops Mir, St. Pierre Wins at UFC 100
LAS VEGAS -- Brock Lesnar defended his heavyweight title in his uniquely brutish style at UFC 100 Saturday night, capping the sport's landmark weekend with a second-round stoppage of Frank Mir.
UConn women's notebook
GOLDEN -- Rising senior center Tina Charles assembled another performance in the finale of the World University Games Saturday that emphatically reinforces her status as an All-American. She finished with game-highs of 28 points (11-of-16 FG) and 18 rebounds in 21 minutes to lead the U.
Sabtu, 11 Juli 2009
Cycling: Sanchez secures Tour stage victory
Cycling: Sanchez secures Tour stage victory
Spain's Luis-Leon Sanchez won a sprint finish among a four-man breakaway group to claim stage eight of the Tour de France on Saturday.
Spain's Luis-Leon Sanchez won a sprint finish among a four-man breakaway group to claim stage eight of the Tour de France on Saturday.
Australian Webber claims maiden pole position
Australian Webber claims maiden pole position
Mark Webber will start on pole position for the first time in his Formula One career following a rain-affected qualifying session for Sunday's German Grand Prix at Nurburgring.
Mark Webber will start on pole position for the first time in his Formula One career following a rain-affected qualifying session for Sunday's German Grand Prix at Nurburgring.
Athletics: Impressive Gay sets season record
Athletics: Impressive Gay sets season record
American Tyson Gay threw down the gauntlet to double Olympic champion Usain Bolt ahead of next month's world championships in Berlin by running the fastest 100 meters of the year to win at the Golden League meeting in Rome.
American Tyson Gay threw down the gauntlet to double Olympic champion Usain Bolt ahead of next month's world championships in Berlin by running the fastest 100 meters of the year to win at the Golden League meeting in Rome.
Cricket: Australia on top in first Ashes Test
Cricket: Australia on top in first Ashes Test
England hit back by removing second day heroes Ricky Ponting and Simon Katich as Australia went to lunch on 348 for four wickets on the third day of the opening Ashes Test in Cardiff.
England hit back by removing second day heroes Ricky Ponting and Simon Katich as Australia went to lunch on 348 for four wickets on the third day of the opening Ashes Test in Cardiff.
New Haven County blasts Fairfield County football all-stars
McNair taped suicide prevention ad before death
Former NFL quarterback Steve McNair taped a youth suicide prevention public service announcement before he was fatally shot in a murder-suicide, Tennessee health officials said.
Pujols, Ludwick, Carpenter Lead Cardinals
CHICAGO -- Albert Pujols hit his 32nd homer, Ryan Ludwick drove in four runs and the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Chicago Cubs 8-3 on Friday in the opener of a four-game series leading into the All-Star break.
New Haven County blasts Fairfield County football all-stars
FAIRFIELD -- These were the best football players in this corner of Connecticut. From the first snap, the field looked tilted to one corner, too. New Haven County forced a fumble on the first play and rolled Friday night to a 49-0 win over Fairfield County in the 13th Hall of Fame Classic at Sacred Heart.
Former NFL quarterback Steve McNair taped a youth suicide prevention public service announcement before he was fatally shot in a murder-suicide, Tennessee health officials said.
Pujols, Ludwick, Carpenter Lead Cardinals
CHICAGO -- Albert Pujols hit his 32nd homer, Ryan Ludwick drove in four runs and the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Chicago Cubs 8-3 on Friday in the opener of a four-game series leading into the All-Star break.
New Haven County blasts Fairfield County football all-stars
FAIRFIELD -- These were the best football players in this corner of Connecticut. From the first snap, the field looked tilted to one corner, too. New Haven County forced a fumble on the first play and rolled Friday night to a 49-0 win over Fairfield County in the 13th Hall of Fame Classic at Sacred Heart.
Jumat, 10 Juli 2009
Armstrong misses yellow in Tour drama
Armstrong misses yellow in Tour drama
Seven-time champion Lance Armstrong was denied the yellow jersey again as unknown home rider Brice Feillu won a dramatic seventh stage of the Tour de France.
Browns WR Stallworth Released From Miami Jail
MIAMI -- Cleveland Browns wide receiver Donte' Stallworth has been released from a Miami jail after serving 24 days for DUI manslaughter.
Seven-time champion Lance Armstrong was denied the yellow jersey again as unknown home rider Brice Feillu won a dramatic seventh stage of the Tour de France.
Browns WR Stallworth Released From Miami Jail
MIAMI -- Cleveland Browns wide receiver Donte' Stallworth has been released from a Miami jail after serving 24 days for DUI manslaughter.
Football: Nakamura leaves Japan for Espanyol
Football: Nakamura leaves Japan for Espanyol
A tight-lipped Shunsuke Nakamura left Japan on Friday ahead of his move to the Spain's La Liga with Barcelona-based Espanyol.
A tight-lipped Shunsuke Nakamura left Japan on Friday ahead of his move to the Spain's La Liga with Barcelona-based Espanyol.
Cricket: England hit back in opening Test
Cricket: England hit back in opening Test
England hit back by removing second day heroes Ricky Ponting and Simon Katich as Australia went to lunch on 348 for four wickets on the third day of the opening Ashes Test in Cardiff.
England hit back by removing second day heroes Ricky Ponting and Simon Katich as Australia went to lunch on 348 for four wickets on the third day of the opening Ashes Test in Cardiff.
Pilot Pen serves up new ways to attract fans
Phelps breaks 100m fly world record
Multiple world-record holder and Olympic gold-medallist, Michael Phelps, warms up for the Swimming World Championships in Rome by setting a new men's world record in the 100 meters butterfly.
Fans Line Up to Honor Slain Ex-NFL QB McNair
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Steve McNair's pastor and close friend cautioned against judging the ex-NFL quarterback Thursday, reminding people who gathered for his memorial not to cast the first stone when talking about his life off the field.
Pilot Pen serves up new ways to attract fans
NEW HAVEN -- The commitments, for the moment, are few and far-between. That's the nature of the game in the professional tennis businesss, especially when you're playing host to a tournament one week before the fourth and final major of the year. Anne Worcester can't bank on big names to make the Pilot Pen a success because she never knows who's going to decide to show up.
Multiple world-record holder and Olympic gold-medallist, Michael Phelps, warms up for the Swimming World Championships in Rome by setting a new men's world record in the 100 meters butterfly.
Fans Line Up to Honor Slain Ex-NFL QB McNair
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Steve McNair's pastor and close friend cautioned against judging the ex-NFL quarterback Thursday, reminding people who gathered for his memorial not to cast the first stone when talking about his life off the field.
Pilot Pen serves up new ways to attract fans
NEW HAVEN -- The commitments, for the moment, are few and far-between. That's the nature of the game in the professional tennis businesss, especially when you're playing host to a tournament one week before the fourth and final major of the year. Anne Worcester can't bank on big names to make the Pilot Pen a success because she never knows who's going to decide to show up.
Kamis, 09 Juli 2009
Dykstra Files for Bankruptcy
LOS ANGELES -- Former New York Mets outfielder Lenny Dykstra has sought bankruptcy protection in Los Angeles, citing more than $31 million in debts.
LOS ANGELES -- Former New York Mets outfielder Lenny Dykstra has sought bankruptcy protection in Los Angeles, citing more than $31 million in debts.
Swann leads the way as England tail wags
Swann leads the way as England tail wags
England's tailenders frustrate Australia on the second morning of the opening Ashes Test at Cardiff, with the hosts adding 99 runs before being finally dismissed for 435 as Graeme Swann, above, is left unbeaten on 47.
England's tailenders frustrate Australia on the second morning of the opening Ashes Test at Cardiff, with the hosts adding 99 runs before being finally dismissed for 435 as Graeme Swann, above, is left unbeaten on 47.
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Swimming: Peirsol breaks backstroke record
American swimmer Aaron Peirsol reclaimed his world 100-meter backstroke record as he became the first man to go under 52 seconds in winning the event at the U.S. National Championships in Indianapolis.
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The parent company of Rosecroft Raceway in Prince George's County has filed a $20 million lawsuit against 17 defendants, including the Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen's Association, alleging that they are interfering with the track's simulcast agreements with out-of-state racetracks.
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Dan ZarnikRidgefield, JuniorPitcher/OutfieldFCIAC Player of the Year €¦ Zarnik was expected to have a good year for the Tigers, but not this good. The junior finished the season 6-1 with a 1.10 ERA, 25 strikeouts and just three walks in 51 innings.
American swimmer Aaron Peirsol reclaimed his world 100-meter backstroke record as he became the first man to go under 52 seconds in winning the event at the U.S. National Championships in Indianapolis.
News & Notes
The parent company of Rosecroft Raceway in Prince George's County has filed a $20 million lawsuit against 17 defendants, including the Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen's Association, alleging that they are interfering with the track's simulcast agreements with out-of-state racetracks.
All-Area baseball team
Dan ZarnikRidgefield, JuniorPitcher/OutfieldFCIAC Player of the Year €¦ Zarnik was expected to have a good year for the Tigers, but not this good. The junior finished the season 6-1 with a 1.10 ERA, 25 strikeouts and just three walks in 51 innings.
Rabu, 08 Juli 2009
Voeckler wins as Armstrong stays second
Voeckler wins as Armstrong stays second
Thomas Voeckler wins the fifth stage of the Tour de France as Lance Armstrong remains in second place in the overall standings behind Switzerland's Fabian Cancellara.
Thomas Voeckler wins the fifth stage of the Tour de France as Lance Armstrong remains in second place in the overall standings behind Switzerland's Fabian Cancellara.
Football: Obertan signs for Man United
Football: Obertan signs for Man United
Premier League champions Manchester United have completed the signing of Gabriel Obertan from Bordeaux on a four-year deal.
Premier League champions Manchester United have completed the signing of Gabriel Obertan from Bordeaux on a four-year deal.
World Cup: Construction Workers in South Africa Go on Strike
Cricket: Johnson wickets give Aussies edge
Australia's left-arm paceman Mitchell Johnson takes two wickets to give his side the early advantage on the first day of the Ashes series against England in Cardiff. The home side were 97 for three at lunch.
World Cup: Construction Workers in South Africa Go on Strike
JOHANNESBURG -- South African construction workers at stadiums being built for the 2010 World Cup have gone on an indefinite strike which could derail next year's tournament.
Australia's left-arm paceman Mitchell Johnson takes two wickets to give his side the early advantage on the first day of the Ashes series against England in Cardiff. The home side were 97 for three at lunch.
World Cup: Construction Workers in South Africa Go on Strike
JOHANNESBURG -- South African construction workers at stadiums being built for the 2010 World Cup have gone on an indefinite strike which could derail next year's tournament.
Football: Van Persie signs new Arsenal deal
Football: Van Persie signs new Arsenal deal
Robin van Persie has put an end to speculation about his Arsenal future by signing a new long term deal with the Premier League side.
Robin van Persie has put an end to speculation about his Arsenal future by signing a new long term deal with the Premier League side.
Krzyzewski Appears on Verge of Return as U.S. Coach
Athletics: Bolt breaks Lausanne 200m record
Triple Olympic champion and World record holder Usain Bolt breaks the 200 meter course-record at Lausanne in Switzerland on Tuesday with a mark of 19.59 seconds despite difficult weather conditions.
Krzyzewski Appears on Verge of Return as U.S. Coach
-- Mike Krzyzewski appears set to go for more gold. USA Basketball chairman Jerry Colangelo said Tuesday that "all leads point to Coach K coming back," following a report by the Boston Globe that Krzyzewski has agreed to return as U.S. Olympic basketball coach.
EPHL plans new teams
DANBURY -- The Eastern Professional Hockey League will apparently be around for a second season.League officials have indicated that ongoing rumors speculating that the EPHL would fold after its inaugural season were off-base. In fact, EPHL commissioner Jim Riggs revealed that the league was close to making public its long-delayed expansion plans.
Triple Olympic champion and World record holder Usain Bolt breaks the 200 meter course-record at Lausanne in Switzerland on Tuesday with a mark of 19.59 seconds despite difficult weather conditions.
Krzyzewski Appears on Verge of Return as U.S. Coach
-- Mike Krzyzewski appears set to go for more gold. USA Basketball chairman Jerry Colangelo said Tuesday that "all leads point to Coach K coming back," following a report by the Boston Globe that Krzyzewski has agreed to return as U.S. Olympic basketball coach.
EPHL plans new teams
DANBURY -- The Eastern Professional Hockey League will apparently be around for a second season.League officials have indicated that ongoing rumors speculating that the EPHL would fold after its inaugural season were off-base. In fact, EPHL commissioner Jim Riggs revealed that the league was close to making public its long-delayed expansion plans.
Selasa, 07 Juli 2009
Armstrong just fails to take yellow jersey
Armstrong just fails to take yellow jersey
Lance Armstrong fails by under a second to take the yellow jersey in the Tour de France, after the American's Astana team powers to victory in the fourth stage team time-trial around Montpellier.
Lance Armstrong fails by under a second to take the yellow jersey in the Tour de France, after the American's Astana team powers to victory in the fourth stage team time-trial around Montpellier.
Motorsport: Fuji to stop hosting Japan GP
Motorsport: Fuji to stop hosting Japan GP
The Toyota-owned Fuji International Speedway circuit will stop hosting the Japanese Grand Prix from next year -- the track operators have announced.
The Toyota-owned Fuji International Speedway circuit will stop hosting the Japanese Grand Prix from next year -- the track operators have announced.
Cricket: Pakistan collapse as Sri Lanka win
Cricket: Pakistan collapse as Sri Lanka win
Sri Lanka produced a stunning 50-run win inside four days over Pakistan in the first Test at Galle to go 1-0 up in their three-match series.
French Tennis Player Montcourt Dies at 24
PARIS -- French tennis player Mathieu Montcourt died Monday night at the age of 24, the French tennis federation said Tuesday.
Sri Lanka produced a stunning 50-run win inside four days over Pakistan in the first Test at Galle to go 1-0 up in their three-match series.
French Tennis Player Montcourt Dies at 24
PARIS -- French tennis player Mathieu Montcourt died Monday night at the age of 24, the French tennis federation said Tuesday.
Federer on eyeing records: 'It can freak you out"
Real Madrid supporters embrace Ronaldo
Cristiano Ronaldo is unveiled as Real Madrid's new number 9 -- in front of thousands of passionate fans at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium -- after his world record $130 million (94m euros) transfer from Manchester United.
Sandoval's Grand Slam Lifts Giants
SAN FRANCISCO -- All-star hopeful Pablo Sandoval hit his first career grand slam to help Matt Cain earn his 10th victory, and the San Francisco Giants withstood a late rally by the Florida Marlins for a 5-4 win Monday night.
Federer on eyeing records: 'It can freak you out"
WIMBLEDON, England -- So many milestones and never-been-done-befores arise seemingly every time Roger Federer steps on court. The 2009 Wimbledon final against Andy Roddick was no different, and not merely because they played a 16-14 fifth set and 77 games total, records for any Grand Slam championship match.
Cristiano Ronaldo is unveiled as Real Madrid's new number 9 -- in front of thousands of passionate fans at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium -- after his world record $130 million (94m euros) transfer from Manchester United.
Sandoval's Grand Slam Lifts Giants
SAN FRANCISCO -- All-star hopeful Pablo Sandoval hit his first career grand slam to help Matt Cain earn his 10th victory, and the San Francisco Giants withstood a late rally by the Florida Marlins for a 5-4 win Monday night.
Federer on eyeing records: 'It can freak you out"
WIMBLEDON, England -- So many milestones and never-been-done-befores arise seemingly every time Roger Federer steps on court. The 2009 Wimbledon final against Andy Roddick was no different, and not merely because they played a 16-14 fifth set and 77 games total, records for any Grand Slam championship match.
Senin, 06 Juli 2009
Cricket: Pakistan head for win in Galle Test
Cricket: Pakistan head for win in Galle Test
Pakistan new boys Mohammad Aamer and Saeed Ajmal put the skids under Sri Lanka as their team headed for victory in the first Test in Galle on Monday.
Pakistan new boys Mohammad Aamer and Saeed Ajmal put the skids under Sri Lanka as their team headed for victory in the first Test in Galle on Monday.
U.S. Stays Perfect at Under-19 Worlds
Football: Ancelotti says Terry is staying
Carlo Ancelotti was officially unveiled as the new Chelsea manager Monday and immediately insisted that captain John Terry would be staying at Stamford Bridge.
U.S. Stays Perfect at Under-19 Worlds
AUCKLAND, New Zealand -- Howard Thompkins III scored 22 points and the United States stayed perfect with an 85-69 win over Greece in a second-round game at the FIBA under-19 world basketball championships Monday.
Carlo Ancelotti was officially unveiled as the new Chelsea manager Monday and immediately insisted that captain John Terry would be staying at Stamford Bridge.
U.S. Stays Perfect at Under-19 Worlds
AUCKLAND, New Zealand -- Howard Thompkins III scored 22 points and the United States stayed perfect with an 85-69 win over Greece in a second-round game at the FIBA under-19 world basketball championships Monday.
Cricket: Lee doubt for first Ashes Test
Cricket: Lee doubt for first Ashes Test
Australia's preparations for the first Ashes Test match against England in Cardiff on Wednesday have been disrupted by an injury to fast bowler Brett Lee.
Australia's preparations for the first Ashes Test match against England in Cardiff on Wednesday have been disrupted by an injury to fast bowler Brett Lee.
Serena sets new goals for grand slam wins
Serena sets new goals for grand slam wins
Serena Williams tells CNN she is looking to forge her place in tennis history after winning her 11th grand slam title at Wimbedon on Saturday.
Mercury beat Sparks 104-89
LOS ANGELES -- Cappie Pondexter scored 21 points and Diana Taurasi had 20, leading the Phoenix Mercury to a 104-89 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks on Sunday night.
Serena Williams tells CNN she is looking to forge her place in tennis history after winning her 11th grand slam title at Wimbedon on Saturday.
Mercury beat Sparks 104-89
LOS ANGELES -- Cappie Pondexter scored 21 points and Diana Taurasi had 20, leading the Phoenix Mercury to a 104-89 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks on Sunday night.
Minggu, 05 Juli 2009
Unstoppable Cavendish claims Tour stage win
Unstoppable Cavendish claims Tour stage win
Mark Cavendish underlines his position as the fastest man in cycling by sprinting away from his rivals to comfortably take the second stage of the Tour de France from Monaco to Brignoles.
Mark Cavendish underlines his position as the fastest man in cycling by sprinting away from his rivals to comfortably take the second stage of the Tour de France from Monaco to Brignoles.
Cricket: Yousuf ton puts Pakistan in control
Cricket: Yousuf ton puts Pakistan in control
Mohammad Yousuf scored a century on his return to Test cricket as Pakistan took a useful lead on day two of the first Test against Sri Lanka at Galle.
Mohammad Yousuf scored a century on his return to Test cricket as Pakistan took a useful lead on day two of the first Test against Sri Lanka at Galle.
Motorsport: Lorenzo crashes after taking pole
Motorsport: Lorenzo crashes after taking pole
Jorge Lorenzo claimed pole position for the U.S.MotoGP at Laguna Seca but may not be fit to race after being stretchered away following Saturday's qualifying session.
Jorge Lorenzo claimed pole position for the U.S.MotoGP at Laguna Seca but may not be fit to race after being stretchered away following Saturday's qualifying session.
Cricket: Harmison left out of England squad
Cricket: Harmison left out of England squad
Steve Harmison's recemt impressive performance against Australia has failed to earn him a place in England's squad for the first Ashes cricket Test in Cardiff on Thursday.
Steve Harmison's recemt impressive performance against Australia has failed to earn him a place in England's squad for the first Ashes cricket Test in Cardiff on Thursday.
Stewart Wins at Daytona After Last-Lap Wreck
Host Woods and holder Kim in final showdown
Tournament host Tiger Woods overcomes a shaky start to his third round at Congressional Country Club to set up a final-day showdown with defending champion Anthony Kim at the AT&T National in Maryland.
Stewart Wins at Daytona After Last-Lap Wreck
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. -- Kyle Busch braced himself for a four-lap "trophy dash" around Daytona International Speedway, intent on snatching a win away from Tony Stewart.
Tournament host Tiger Woods overcomes a shaky start to his third round at Congressional Country Club to set up a final-day showdown with defending champion Anthony Kim at the AT&T National in Maryland.
Stewart Wins at Daytona After Last-Lap Wreck
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. -- Kyle Busch braced himself for a four-lap "trophy dash" around Daytona International Speedway, intent on snatching a win away from Tony Stewart.
Sabtu, 04 Juli 2009
Serena eclipses Venus in Wimbledon final
Serena eclipses Venus in Wimbledon final
Serena Williams has avenged last year's Wimbledon final defeat by sister Venus to claim the grass-court major for the third time.
Serena Williams has avenged last year's Wimbledon final defeat by sister Venus to claim the grass-court major for the third time.
Tennis: Roddick knocks out home hero Murray
Tennis: Roddick knocks out home hero Murray
American sixth seed Andy Roddick books a Wimbledon championship match against Roger Federer after defeating British number Andy Murray on Centre Court.
American sixth seed Andy Roddick books a Wimbledon championship match against Roger Federer after defeating British number Andy Murray on Centre Court.
Golf: Hapless Harrington continues poor run
Golf: Hapless Harrington continues poor run
Three-time major winner Padraig Harrington admits that his game is in poor shape ahead of his bid for a third successive British Open title this month.
Report: Clemens didn't test positive in 2003
NEW YORK -- Roger Clemens' lawyer says the pitcher was not among the more than 100 players who tested positive for performance-enhancing drugs in 2003.
Three-time major winner Padraig Harrington admits that his game is in poor shape ahead of his bid for a third successive British Open title this month.
Report: Clemens didn't test positive in 2003
NEW YORK -- Roger Clemens' lawyer says the pitcher was not among the more than 100 players who tested positive for performance-enhancing drugs in 2003.
Jumat, 03 Juli 2009
Straight sets victory puts Federer in final
Straight sets victory puts Federer in final
Five-times champion Roger Federer is through to his seventh successive Wimbledon final after a comfortable straight sets Center Court victory over veteran German Tommy Haas on Friday.
Five-times champion Roger Federer is through to his seventh successive Wimbledon final after a comfortable straight sets Center Court victory over veteran German Tommy Haas on Friday.
Cavendish: I want stage wins not green jersey
Cavendish: I want stage wins not green jersey
Mark Cavendish, the fastest sprinter in cycling, exclusively tells CNN that he is not concerned about claiming the sprinter's green jersey at the Tour de France.
Mark Cavendish, the fastest sprinter in cycling, exclusively tells CNN that he is not concerned about claiming the sprinter's green jersey at the Tour de France.
Source: Rockets Agree on Multiyear Deal With Ariza
Chelsea refuse City bid for John Terry
English Premier League side Chelsea says a second offer from league rivals Manchester City for England and club captain John Terry has been turned down.
Source: Rockets Agree on Multiyear Deal With Ariza
HOUSTON -- The Houston Rockets have reached a multiyear deal with free agent Trevor Ariza, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Thursday night.
English Premier League side Chelsea says a second offer from league rivals Manchester City for England and club captain John Terry has been turned down.
Source: Rockets Agree on Multiyear Deal With Ariza
HOUSTON -- The Houston Rockets have reached a multiyear deal with free agent Trevor Ariza, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Thursday night.
Kamis, 02 Juli 2009
Serena through to final after epic battle
Serena through to final after epic battle
Serena Williams fights back from the brink of defeat to stay on course for her third Wimbledon title with victory over Russian Elena Dementieva in the longest women's semifinal in tournament history on Friday.
Serena Williams fights back from the brink of defeat to stay on course for her third Wimbledon title with victory over Russian Elena Dementieva in the longest women's semifinal in tournament history on Friday.
Basketball: Chinese investors target NBA
Basketball: Chinese investors target NBA
Chinese investors want to cash in on the country's NBA fever with a bid to buy a 15 percent stake in the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Chinese investors want to cash in on the country's NBA fever with a bid to buy a 15 percent stake in the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Mayfield Not at Daytona When Garage Opens
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. -- Car owner Larry Gunselman says his sponsor does not want Jeremy Mayfield to drive the No. 64 this weekend at Daytona International Speedway.
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. -- Car owner Larry Gunselman says his sponsor does not want Jeremy Mayfield to drive the No. 64 this weekend at Daytona International Speedway.
Rugby: Springboks fail with Botha ban appeal
Rugby: Springboks fail with Botha ban appeal
South Africa lock Bakkies Botha will miss the final Test against the British and Irish Lions in Johannesburg on Saturday after failing in his appeal against a two-week ban.
South Africa lock Bakkies Botha will miss the final Test against the British and Irish Lions in Johannesburg on Saturday after failing in his appeal against a two-week ban.
Brewster's Miller qualifies for U.S. Junior Amateur
Football: Materazzi to end career at Inter
Italian champions Inter Milan have handed a new three-year contract to veteran defender Marco Materazzi.
Pistons Land Gordon, Villanueva
A person with the knowledge of the negotiations says the Detroit Pistons have agreed in principle to contracts with free agents Ben Gordon and Charlie Villanueva.
Brewster's Miller qualifies for U.S. Junior Amateur
WALLINGFORD -- Brewster High golf star Mike Miller was one of the five players to qualify for the 62nd U.S. Junior Amateur Championship at the qualifying event at The Farms Country Club.Miller shot an even-par 144 in the two-round qualifier and finished third.
Italian champions Inter Milan have handed a new three-year contract to veteran defender Marco Materazzi.
Pistons Land Gordon, Villanueva
A person with the knowledge of the negotiations says the Detroit Pistons have agreed in principle to contracts with free agents Ben Gordon and Charlie Villanueva.
Brewster's Miller qualifies for U.S. Junior Amateur
WALLINGFORD -- Brewster High golf star Mike Miller was one of the five players to qualify for the 62nd U.S. Junior Amateur Championship at the qualifying event at The Farms Country Club.Miller shot an even-par 144 in the two-round qualifier and finished third.
Rabu, 01 Juli 2009
Federer powers on as Djokovic crashes out
Federer powers on as Djokovic crashes out
Five-time Wimbledon champion Roger Federer reaches his 21st grand slam semifinal in a row after crushing Ivo Karlovic on another scorching day on Centre Court. He will now face veteran Tommy Haas -- who dumps out Novak Djokovic.
Five-time Wimbledon champion Roger Federer reaches his 21st grand slam semifinal in a row after crushing Ivo Karlovic on another scorching day on Centre Court. He will now face veteran Tommy Haas -- who dumps out Novak Djokovic.
Federer powers into Wimbledon semifinals
Federer powers into Wimbledon semifinals
Five-time Wimbledon champion Roger Federer is through to his 21st grand slam semifinal in a row after crushing big-serving Croat Ivo Karlovic in straight sets on another scorching afternoon on Centre Court on Wednesday.
Five-time Wimbledon champion Roger Federer is through to his 21st grand slam semifinal in a row after crushing big-serving Croat Ivo Karlovic in straight sets on another scorching afternoon on Centre Court on Wednesday.
Ronaldo's Move to Real Madrid Completed
LONDON -- Cristiano Ronaldo's world-record transfer to Real Madrid from Manchester United has been completed.
LONDON -- Cristiano Ronaldo's world-record transfer to Real Madrid from Manchester United has been completed.
Safina Must Deal With Her Combustible Side
Kaka unveiled as Real Madrid's number eight
Brazilian playmaker Kaka is officially presented as a Real Madrid player, after being handed the number eight jersey in front of thousands of supporters and a huge media contingent at the club's Bernabeu stadium on Tuesday evening.
Safina Must Deal With Her Combustible Side
WIMBLEDON, England, June 30 -- Of the four women who advanced to Wimbledon's semifinals, only one has lost a set. Only one has consistently berated herself over every on-court lapse of judgment and failure of will. And only one has drawn an umpire's warning for flinging her racket in a high-strung...
Williams leaves Brookfield
Jamie Williams couldn't have picked a tougher time to take over as coach of a girls lacrosse program.Brookfield High was coming off a 17-2 season when Williams was hired prior to the spring of 2008 after Sandy Leverence's 10-year run ended with the Division II state title in 2007.
Brazilian playmaker Kaka is officially presented as a Real Madrid player, after being handed the number eight jersey in front of thousands of supporters and a huge media contingent at the club's Bernabeu stadium on Tuesday evening.
Safina Must Deal With Her Combustible Side
WIMBLEDON, England, June 30 -- Of the four women who advanced to Wimbledon's semifinals, only one has lost a set. Only one has consistently berated herself over every on-court lapse of judgment and failure of will. And only one has drawn an umpire's warning for flinging her racket in a high-strung...
Williams leaves Brookfield
Jamie Williams couldn't have picked a tougher time to take over as coach of a girls lacrosse program.Brookfield High was coming off a 17-2 season when Williams was hired prior to the spring of 2008 after Sandy Leverence's 10-year run ended with the Division II state title in 2007.
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