Wagga equestrian rider Tom McDermott is currently riding for a chance to represent Australia, at next year's World Cup in Sweden. It's his first event since being recognised as the best rising star, in the world. And the pressure's on. NBA-Heat break Denver duck without Wade
Nov 15 (Reuters) – The defending champion Miami Heat claimed a rare road win over the Denver Nuggets 98-93 on Thursday despite being without the services of eight-times All-Star Dwayne Wade. The Heat led throughout but needed to survive a late Nuggets rally to claim a first victory in Denver since January 2002. Despite trailing by as many as 19 points on the night, the Nuggets (4-5) were just one behind with 65 seconds remaining but Danilo Gallinari’s wide-open three-point shot fell woefully short. …
McIlroy set to miss cut in Hong Kong after putting problems
FANLING, Hong Kong (Reuters) – World number one and defending champion Rory McIlroy was set to miss the cut at the Hong Kong Open on Friday after suffering a ni ghtmare with his putter. The 23-year-old Northern Irishman knew he had to shoot low in the second round after opening with a three-over-par 73 at the Hong Kong Golf Club on Thursday. Starting from the 11th tee, he did just that producing four early birdies to get under par and within four shots of the lead. … Keep jeering me, Liverpool's Suarez tells opposing fans
LONDON (Reuters) R 11; Liverpool talisman Luis Suarez is happy for opposition supporters to jeer him as it only serves to motivate him more, the Uruguayan said on Thursday. Suarez has become a target for boos from the stands in England after he received an eight-match ban last season for racial abuse directed at Manchester United's Patrice Evra before refusing to shake the Frenchman's hand earlier this year. That incident prompted United manager Alex Ferguson to label the striker a "disgrace" while this season he has also come under fire for some theatrical tumbles to the ground. … Hamilton denies any regrets over move to Mercedes
AUSTIN, Texas (Reuters) – Lewis Hamilton has no regrets over h is jump to Mercedes next season, again dismissing comments from McLaren team principal Martin Whitmarsh that the Englishman was having second thoughts about his move. In an interview with the official Formula One website (www.formula1.com), Whitmarsh said he believed Hamilton had at times regretted his decision. "I was a little surprised to hear that, it's absolutely not the case," Hamilton told reporters on Thursday as he began preparations for Sunday's U.S. Grand Prix. … NBA standings
Nov 16 (Infostrada Sports) – Standings from the NBA on Thursday EASTERN CONFERENCEATLANTIC DIVISION W L PCT GB 1. NY Knicks 6 0 1.000 – 2. Brooklyn 5 2 .714 1 1/2 3. Boston 5 4 .556 2 1/2 4. Philadelphia 4 4 .500 3 5. Toronto 2 6 .250 5 CENTRAL DIVISION W L PCT GB 1. Milwaukee 5 2 .714 – 2. Chicago 5 3 .625 0 1/2 3. Indiana 3 6 .333 3 4. Cleveland 2 6 .250 3 1/2 5. Detroit 1 8 .111 5 SOUTHEAST DIVISION W L PCT GB 1. Miami 7 3 .700 – 2. Charlotte 4 3 .571 1 1/2 3. Atlanta 3 4 .429 2 1/2 4. Orlando 2 5 .286 3 1/2 5. Washington 0 7 0 5 1/2 WESTERN CONFERENCENORTHWEST DIVISION W L PCT GB 1. …
LeBron leads Heat past Nuggets 98-93
LeBron James had 27 points and 12 assists, and the short-handed Miami Heat ended a decade-long drought in Denver with a 98-93 win over the Nuggets on Thursday night. FFA confirms Beckham's interest in the A-League
Football Federation Australia has confirmed it has been approached by David Beckham's management in relation to a stint in the A-League this season.It has been reported that the English superstar is interested in a short-term A-League contract playing up to 10 games once the US season ends next month.The former Manchester United and Real Madr id midfielder has another year left on his contract with the LA Galaxy but will be allowed to play abroad during the off-season.Beckham has previously played for AC Milan after the 2009 and 2010 MLS seasons. … Tearful Pele released from hospital post hip surgery
Rio de Janeiro, Nov 16 (IANS) Football legend Pele has been released from hospital after undergoing successful hip replacement surgery.
Thierry Henry into MLS MVP final list
Washington, Nov 16 (IANS) Former French national team skipper Thierry Henry who is playing for Major League Soccer (MLS) side New York Red Bulls has been included in the last-three list for the Most Valuable Player award for 2012.
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