Eagles quarterback Vick forced out of pre-season game
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick departed an NFL pre-season contest against New England with a rib injury, a week after hurting his thumb in a pre-season game.
Garcia snaps PGA Tour drought, qualifies for Ryder Cup
(Reuters) – Sergio Garcia snapped a four-year PGA Tour title drought with victory at the rain-delayed Wyndham Championship in North Carolina on Monday that secured the Spaniard a spot on the European Ryder Cup team. Garcia, who had a one-shot lead after four holes on Sunday when play was halted at Sedgefield Country Club because of rain and thunderstorms, shot a four-under 66 in the final round for an 18-under total, two shots clear of South African Tim Clark. …
Gallop to take over as boss of FFA
Former NRL boss David Gallop has been announced as the new chief executive of Football Federation Australia (FFA).Gallop, who resigned from the new Australian Rugby League Commission (ARLC) in June after more than 10 years as the head of rugby league, will take over from current FFA chief executive Ben Buckley in two months.Buckley’s resignation coincides with the end of the FFA’s broadcast rights negotiations.”The broadcast deal is at the heart of the future of football in this country and it has been the most critical aspect of my work for the past 18 months,” Mr Buckley said in a statement. …
Baseball standings
Aug 21 (Infostrada Sports) – Standings from the MLB on Monday AMERICAN LEAGUEEASTERN DIVISION W L PCT GB 1. NY Yankees 72 50 .590 – 2. Tampa Bay 68 54 .557 4 3. Baltimore 66 56 .541 6 4. Boston 59 63 .484 13 5. Toronto 56 65 .463 15 1/2 CENTRAL DIVISION W L PCT GB 1. Chicago White Sox 66 55 .545 – 2. Detroit 64 57 .529 2 3. Kansas City 54 67 .446 12 4. Cleveland 54 68 .443 12 1/2 5. Minnesota 51 70 .421 15 WESTERN DIVISION W L PCT GB 1. Texas 71 50 .587 – 2. Oakland 65 56 .537 6 3. LA Angels 62 60 .508 9 1/2 4. Seattle 59 64 .480 13 NATIONAL LEAGUEEASTERN DIVISION W L PCT GB 1. …
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Triple strike lifts White Sox over Yankees
(Reuters) – The Chicago White Sox outslugged the visiting New York Yankees 9-6 to snap a three-game losing streak and claim the series opener between the division leaders on Monday. The White Sox showed they could keep pace with the Bronx Bombers, bashing three late home runs to get back on track after a surprise series sweep against the Kansas City Royals. Trailing 6-5 in the sixth, Gordon Beckham hit the first of the three decisive blasts to tie the game. …
PSU freshman earns women's soccer honor
PARK RIDGE, Ill. -- Penn State women's soccer player Mallory Weber was named Big Ten Fr
Baseball-Triple strike lifts White Sox over Yankees
Aug 20 (Reuters) – The Chicago White Sox outslugged thevisiting New York Yankees 9-6 to snap a three-game losing streakand claim the series opener between the division leaders onMonday. The White Sox showed they could keep pace with the BronxBombers, bashing three late home runs to get back on track aftera surprise series sweep against the Kansas City Royals. Trailing 6-5 in the sixth, Gordon Beckham hit the first ofthe three decisive blasts to tie the game. …
(Reuters) – The Chicago White Sox outslugged the visiting New York Yankees 9-6 to snap a three-game losing streak and claim the series opener between the division leaders on Monday. The White Sox showed they could keep pace with the Bronx Bombers, bashing three late home runs to get back on track after a surprise series sweep against the Kansas City Royals. Trailing 6-5 in the sixth, Gordon Beckham hit the first of the three decisive blasts to tie the game. … PSU freshman earns women's soccer honor
PARK RIDGE, Ill. -- Penn State women's soccer player Mallory Weber was named Big Ten Fr
Baseball-Triple strike lifts White Sox over Yankees
Aug 20 (Reuters) – The Chicago White Sox outslugged thevisiting New York Yankees 9-6 to snap a three-game losing streakand claim the series opener between the division leaders onMonday. The White Sox showed they could keep pace with the BronxBombers, bashing three late home runs to get back on track aftera surprise series sweep against the Kansas City Royals. Trailing 6-5 in the sixth, Gordon Beckham hit the first ofthe three decisive blasts to tie the game. …
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Sports briefs: Armstrong's suit is dismissed
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Old Town Elementary teacher wins $20,000 award
The idea to become a teacher first occurred to Laura Bilton when she was in fourth grade.
Vick shaken up, Eagles top Patriots 27-17
Michael Vick keeps taking his lumps. His Philadelphia Eagles keep winning.
Vick hurt again in Eagles preseason game
(Reuters) – Michael Vick's frailty resurfaced on Monday when the Philadelphia Eagles' quarterback was forced out of their pre-season game with the New England Patriots after another heavy hit. Vick, 32, took a hard hit from New England's Jermaine Cunningham in the first quarter and promptly left the game to get X-rays on his ribs which showed he had no broken bones. It was the second consecutive game that Vick, the four-time Pro Bowler, was forced to exit early. …
NFL-Vick hurt again in Eagles preseason game
Aug 20 (Reuters) – Michael Vick’s frailty resurfaced onMonday when the Philadelphia Eagles’ quarterback was forced outof their pre-season game with the New England Patriots afteranother heavy hit. Vick, 32, took a hard hit from New England’s JermaineCunningham in the first quarter and promptly left the game toget X-rays on his ribs which showed he had no broken bones. It was the second consecutive game that Vick, the four-timePro Bowler, was forced to exit early. He was also hurt inPhiladelphia’s opening preseason contest on Aug. …
CYCLINGArmstrong’s lawsuit is dismissed
Old Town Elementary teacher wins $20,000 award
The idea to become a teacher first occurred to Laura Bilton when she was in fourth grade.
Vick shaken up, Eagles top Patriots 27-17
Michael Vick keeps taking his lumps. His Philadelphia Eagles keep winning. Vick hurt again in Eagles preseason game
(Reuters) – Michael Vick's frailty resurfaced on Monday when the Philadelphia Eagles' quarterback was forced out of their pre-season game with the New England Patriots after another heavy hit. Vick, 32, took a hard hit from New England's Jermaine Cunningham in the first quarter and promptly left the game to get X-rays on his ribs which showed he had no broken bones. It was the second consecutive game that Vick, the four-time Pro Bowler, was forced to exit early. … NFL-Vick hurt again in Eagles preseason game
Aug 20 (Reuters) – Michael Vick’s frailty resurfaced onMonday when the Philadelphia Eagles’ quarterback was forced outof their pre-season game with the New England Patriots afteranother heavy hit. Vick, 32, took a hard hit from New England’s JermaineCunningham in the first quarter and promptly left the game toget X-rays on his ribs which showed he had no broken bones. It was the second consecutive game that Vick, the four-timePro Bowler, was forced to exit early. He was also hurt inPhiladelphia’s opening preseason contest on Aug. …
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WAC won't be a football conference beyond 2012
The commissioner of the Western Athletic Conference said Monday that it has become apparent the league won’t have enough football members to compete after this season, and his focus now is on trying to keep the conference together for other sports.
AU ROUNDUP: Ball named SEC Defensive Player of the Week
Fresh off of the first two-goal game of her career, sophomore Tori Ball was named the SEC Defensive Player of the Week, the conference office announced on Monday.
Commissioner: WAC football on its way out
The commissioner of the Western Athletic Conference says it has become apparent the league won’t have enough football members to compete after this season, and his focus now is on trying to keep the conference together for other sports.
The commissioner of the Western Athletic Conference said Monday that it has become apparent the league won’t have enough football members to compete after this season, and his focus now is on trying to keep the conference together for other sports.
AU ROUNDUP: Ball named SEC Defensive Player of the Week
Fresh off of the first two-goal game of her career, sophomore Tori Ball was named the SEC Defensive Player of the Week, the conference office announced on Monday.
Commissioner: WAC football on its way out
The commissioner of the Western Athletic Conference says it has become apparent the league won’t have enough football members to compete after this season, and his focus now is on trying to keep the conference together for other sports.
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Returning midfielder Dan Keat want to help show the All Whites are a better side than they showed at the OFC Nations Cup. Keat ready for return to All Whites midfield All Whites
UPDATE 1-Baseball results
Aug 21 (Infostrada Sports) – Results from the MLB games on Monday (home team in CAPS) PHILADELPHIA 12 Cincinnati 5 TAMPA BAY 5 Kansas City 1
Vick leaves game after hard hit in 1st quarter
X-rays on Michael Vick's ribs were negative after he was knocked out of the Philadelphia Eagles' preseason game in the first quarter by a hard hit on Monday night.
Boston's Crawford out for baseball season due to elbow surgery
(Reuters) – Boston Red Sox outfielder Carl Crawford will miss the rest of the Major League Baseball (MLB) season because of Tommy John elbow reconstruction surgery scheduled for later this week, the team said on Monday. The left-hander, who missed the first 89 games this season while recovering from surgery on his left wrist, will undergo the procedure on Thursday to repair a tear in his left ulnar collateral ligament. "He's got a chronic UCL injury that we were trying to manage conservatively," Red Sox general manager Ben Cherington told reporters. "Symptoms did increase the last few days … …
Returning midfielder Dan Keat want to help show the All Whites are a better side than they showed at the OFC Nations Cup. Keat ready for return to All Whites midfield All Whites
UPDATE 1-Baseball results
Aug 21 (Infostrada Sports) – Results from the MLB games on Monday (home team in CAPS) PHILADELPHIA 12 Cincinnati 5 TAMPA BAY 5 Kansas City 1
Vick leaves game after hard hit in 1st quarter
X-rays on Michael Vick's ribs were negative after he was knocked out of the Philadelphia Eagles' preseason game in the first quarter by a hard hit on Monday night. Boston's Crawford out for baseball season due to elbow surgery
(Reuters) – Boston Red Sox outfielder Carl Crawford will miss the rest of the Major League Baseball (MLB) season because of Tommy John elbow reconstruction surgery scheduled for later this week, the team said on Monday. The left-hander, who missed the first 89 games this season while recovering from surgery on his left wrist, will undergo the procedure on Thursday to repair a tear in his left ulnar collateral ligament. "He's got a chronic UCL injury that we were trying to manage conservatively," Red Sox general manager Ben Cherington told reporters. "Symptoms did increase the last few days … … seenewstoday.com : Sports News updates
Baseball-Boston's Crawford out for season due to elbow surgery
Aug 20 (Reuters) – Boston Red Sox outfielder Carl Crawfordwill miss the rest of the Major League Baseball (MLB) seasonbecause of Tommy John elbow reconstruction surgery scheduled forlater this week, the team said on Monday. The left-hander, who missed the first 89 games this seasonwhile recovering from surgery on his left wrist, will undergothe procedure on Thursday to repair a tear in his left ulnarcollateral ligament. “He’s got a chronic UCL injury that we were trying to manageconservatively,” Red Sox general manager Ben Cherington toldreporters. “Symptoms did increase the last few days … …
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Autopsy finds no alcohol or illegal drugs in NFL star Seau
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) – Former San Diego Chargers football star Junior Seau had no alcohol or illegal drugs in his system when he killed himself earlier this year, according to a final autopsy report released by medical examiners on Monday. Seau, a 20-year National Football League veteran and fan favorite widely regarded as one of the best defensive players of his generation, shot himself in the chest on May 2 at his home in Southern California. He left no suicide note. …
Aug 20 (Reuters) – Boston Red Sox outfielder Carl Crawfordwill miss the rest of the Major League Baseball (MLB) seasonbecause of Tommy John elbow reconstruction surgery scheduled forlater this week, the team said on Monday. The left-hander, who missed the first 89 games this seasonwhile recovering from surgery on his left wrist, will undergothe procedure on Thursday to repair a tear in his left ulnarcollateral ligament. “He’s got a chronic UCL injury that we were trying to manageconservatively,” Red Sox general manager Ben Cherington toldreporters. “Symptoms did increase the last few days … …
Tango World Cup
Couples+dance+during+the+Salon+style+Tango+World+Championship+qualifiers+in+Buenos+Aires,+August+20,+2012.+REUTERS/Marcos+Brindicci Autopsy finds no alcohol or illegal drugs in NFL star Seau
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) – Former San Diego Chargers football star Junior Seau had no alcohol or illegal drugs in his system when he killed himself earlier this year, according to a final autopsy report released by medical examiners on Monday. Seau, a 20-year National Football League veteran and fan favorite widely regarded as one of the best defensive players of his generation, shot himself in the chest on May 2 at his home in Southern California. He left no suicide note. … seenewstoday.com : Sports News updates
Lord's, Day 5: SA seals number one spot in thrilling finale
Whisper it, but the nearly men have become the little train that could - and did. South Africa is number one in the world and did so despite coming dangerously close to being peppered with the c-word yet again. ANT SIMS reports from Lord's.
Column: British now on clock in men-only debate
Let's all welcome Augusta National to the 21st century.
NZ maintains record net outflow of migrants to Australia
Aug. 21 (BusinessDesk) – The number of New Zealanders packing their bags and heading to Australia held at a record annual level in July.
Around the World: Garbage Can World Cup held in Germany
Dozens compete in race annually
Around the World: Garbage Can World Cup held in Germany
Dozens compete in race annually
Around the World: Garbage Can World Cup held in Germany
Dozens compete in race annually
Around the World: Garbage Can World Cup held in Germany
Dozens compete in race annually
Whisper it, but the nearly men have become the little train that could - and did. South Africa is number one in the world and did so despite coming dangerously close to being peppered with the c-word yet again. ANT SIMS reports from Lord's. Column: British now on clock in men-only debate
Let's all welcome Augusta National to the 21st century. NZ maintains record net outflow of migrants to Australia
Aug. 21 (BusinessDesk) – The number of New Zealanders packing their bags and heading to Australia held at a record annual level in July.
Around the World: Garbage Can World Cup held in Germany
Dozens compete in race annually Around the World: Garbage Can World Cup held in Germany
Dozens compete in race annually Around the World: Garbage Can World Cup held in Germany
Dozens compete in race annually Around the World: Garbage Can World Cup held in Germany
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Around the World: Garbage Can World Cup held in Germany
Dozens compete in race annually
Curacao, Calif., advance at Little League WS
The Little Leaguers are packing quite the punch at this year's World Series.
Red Sox: LF Carl Crawford headed for surgery
Boston Red Sox outfielder Carl Crawford will have season-ending surgery on his left elbow.
British Open now on the clock in men-only debate
Let's all welcome Augusta National to the 21st century.
Colts clinch a thriller
Young Bengal pacer Ravikant bowled the delivery of the match when he dismissed left-handed batsman Saad Ali. The ball pitched outside the off stump and moved in a shade to clip the off bail as the gap between bat and pad was minimal.
Sodhi does it for NZ
West Indies 237 in 50 overs (Akeal Hosein 54, Matthew Quinn 3/54). New Zealand 238/7 in 50 overs (Ben Horne 59, Kyle Mayers 3/42, Ronsford Beaton 3/47). New Zealand won by 3 wickets.
NASCAR to look at Martin's Crash at MIS
NASCAR is ready to take a look at Mark Martin’s scary crash from over the weekend.
The rise, then fall, of Olympic hosts
Fans like to think of Olympic achievements as based on individual effort, great skill and no little luck, but it’s arguable that, overall, the results are actually rather easy to predict.
Dozens compete in race annually Curacao, Calif., advance at Little League WS
The Little Leaguers are packing quite the punch at this year's World Series. Red Sox: LF Carl Crawford headed for surgery
Boston Red Sox outfielder Carl Crawford will have season-ending surgery on his left elbow. British Open now on the clock in men-only debate
Let's all welcome Augusta National to the 21st century. Colts clinch a thriller
Young Bengal pacer Ravikant bowled the delivery of the match when he dismissed left-handed batsman Saad Ali. The ball pitched outside the off stump and moved in a shade to clip the off bail as the gap between bat and pad was minimal.
Sodhi does it for NZ
West Indies 237 in 50 overs (Akeal Hosein 54, Matthew Quinn 3/54). New Zealand 238/7 in 50 overs (Ben Horne 59, Kyle Mayers 3/42, Ronsford Beaton 3/47). New Zealand won by 3 wickets.
NASCAR to look at Martin's Crash at MIS
NASCAR is ready to take a look at Mark Martin’s scary crash from over the weekend.
The rise, then fall, of Olympic hosts
Fans like to think of Olympic achievements as based on individual effort, great skill and no little luck, but it’s arguable that, overall, the results are actually rather easy to predict.
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Rice, Moore first 2 female members at Augusta
The home of the Masters now has green jackets for women.
Augusta, home of The Masters, admits first women members
Aug 20 (Reuters) – The Augusta National Golf Club, home ofThe Masters golf tournament, on Monday said it has admitted twowomen as members for the first time: former U.S. Secretary ofState Condoleezza Rice and financier Darla Moore. “This is a joyous occasion as we enthusiastically welcomeSecretary Condoleezza Rice and Darla Moore as members of AugustaNational Golf Club,” club President Billy Payne said in astatement. The Georgia club’s previous status as male-only has createdcontroversy in the past. (Reporting By Dan Burns; Editing by Eric Beech)
Rookie quarterback Tannehill to start season for Miami
(Reuters) – Ryan Tannehill will become the first rookie quarterback ever to start for the Miami Dolphins in a regular season opener when he takes to the field against the Houston Texans on September 9, the team said on Monday. The 24-year-old, taken eighth overall by Miami in April's National Football League (NFL) draft, edged out veteran starter Matt Moore for the role, Dolphins head coach Joe Philbin told reporters. "After a thorough evaluation of the quarterback position we have come to the decision that Ryan Tannehill is our starting quarterback," Philbin said. …
No alcohol, illegal drugs found in Seau's system
Junior Seau had no alcohol or illegal drugs in his system when he shot himself in the chest at his home in May.
NFL-Rookie quarterback Tannehill to start season for Miami
Aug 20 (Reuters) – Ryan Tannehill will become the firstrookie quarterback ever to start for the Miami Dolphins in aregular season opener when he takes to the field against theHouston Texans on Sept. 9, the team said on Monday. The 24-year-old, taken eighth overall by Miami in April’sNational Football League (NFL) draft, edged out veteran starterMatt Moore for the role, Dolphins head coach Joe Philbin toldreporters. “After a thorough evaluation of the quarterback position wehave come to the decision that Ryan Tannehill is our startingquarterback,” Philbin said. …
NFL-Lights out for Merriman as Bills cut veteran pass-rusher
Aug 20 (Reuters) – The Buffalo Bills cut former Pro Bowldefensive end Shawne Merriman on Monday after an injury-plaguedstint with the National Football League (NFL) team. The move to release Merriman, a 28-year-old former firstround draft pick of the San Diego Chargers who was nicknamed”Lights Out” because of his hard hits, was made in a one-linestatement issued by the Bills. The Bills had originally acquired Merriman off waivers in2010 in hopes that the player who led the NFL with 39.5 sacksfrom 2005-07 could help bolster their pass rush. …
Peyton Manning points the finger at himself
He's shown plenty of arm strength and an ability to bounce back after a hard hit. Now, Peyton Manning and the rest of the Denver Broncos' sputtering offense need to work out the kinks.
Golf-World rankings
Aug 20 (Reuters) – World rankings on Monday (U.S. unless stated, last week’s positions in brackets): 1. (1) Rory McIlroy (Northern Ireland) 10.42 average points 2. (2) Luke Donald (England) 9.61 3. (3) Tiger Woods 8.63 4. (4) Lee Westwood (England) 7.23 5. (5) Webb Simpson 6.20 6. (6) Adam Scott (Australia) 6.18 7. (8) Bubba Watson 6.14 8. (7) Justin Rose (England) 6.05 9. (9) Jason Dufner 6.00 10. (10) Steve Stricker 5.83 11. (11) Matt Kuchar 5.68 12. (12) Keegan Bradley 5.55 13. (13) Graeme McDowell (Northern Ireland) 5.26 14. (14) Zach Johnson 5.16 15. (15) Hunter Mahan 4.97 16. …
The home of the Masters now has green jackets for women. Augusta, home of The Masters, admits first women members
Aug 20 (Reuters) – The Augusta National Golf Club, home ofThe Masters golf tournament, on Monday said it has admitted twowomen as members for the first time: former U.S. Secretary ofState Condoleezza Rice and financier Darla Moore. “This is a joyous occasion as we enthusiastically welcomeSecretary Condoleezza Rice and Darla Moore as members of AugustaNational Golf Club,” club President Billy Payne said in astatement. The Georgia club’s previous status as male-only has createdcontroversy in the past. (Reporting By Dan Burns; Editing by Eric Beech)
Rookie quarterback Tannehill to start season for Miami
(Reuters) – Ryan Tannehill will become the first rookie quarterback ever to start for the Miami Dolphins in a regular season opener when he takes to the field against the Houston Texans on September 9, the team said on Monday. The 24-year-old, taken eighth overall by Miami in April's National Football League (NFL) draft, edged out veteran starter Matt Moore for the role, Dolphins head coach Joe Philbin told reporters. "After a thorough evaluation of the quarterback position we have come to the decision that Ryan Tannehill is our starting quarterback," Philbin said. … No alcohol, illegal drugs found in Seau's system
Junior Seau had no alcohol or illegal drugs in his system when he shot himself in the chest at his home in May.
NFL-Rookie quarterback Tannehill to start season for Miami
Aug 20 (Reuters) – Ryan Tannehill will become the firstrookie quarterback ever to start for the Miami Dolphins in aregular season opener when he takes to the field against theHouston Texans on Sept. 9, the team said on Monday. The 24-year-old, taken eighth overall by Miami in April’sNational Football League (NFL) draft, edged out veteran starterMatt Moore for the role, Dolphins head coach Joe Philbin toldreporters. “After a thorough evaluation of the quarterback position wehave come to the decision that Ryan Tannehill is our startingquarterback,” Philbin said. …
NFL-Lights out for Merriman as Bills cut veteran pass-rusher
Aug 20 (Reuters) – The Buffalo Bills cut former Pro Bowldefensive end Shawne Merriman on Monday after an injury-plaguedstint with the National Football League (NFL) team. The move to release Merriman, a 28-year-old former firstround draft pick of the San Diego Chargers who was nicknamed”Lights Out” because of his hard hits, was made in a one-linestatement issued by the Bills. The Bills had originally acquired Merriman off waivers in2010 in hopes that the player who led the NFL with 39.5 sacksfrom 2005-07 could help bolster their pass rush. …
Peyton Manning points the finger at himself
He's shown plenty of arm strength and an ability to bounce back after a hard hit. Now, Peyton Manning and the rest of the Denver Broncos' sputtering offense need to work out the kinks. Golf-World rankings
Aug 20 (Reuters) – World rankings on Monday (U.S. unless stated, last week’s positions in brackets): 1. (1) Rory McIlroy (Northern Ireland) 10.42 average points 2. (2) Luke Donald (England) 9.61 3. (3) Tiger Woods 8.63 4. (4) Lee Westwood (England) 7.23 5. (5) Webb Simpson 6.20 6. (6) Adam Scott (Australia) 6.18 7. (8) Bubba Watson 6.14 8. (7) Justin Rose (England) 6.05 9. (9) Jason Dufner 6.00 10. (10) Steve Stricker 5.83 11. (11) Matt Kuchar 5.68 12. (12) Keegan Bradley 5.55 13. (13) Graeme McDowell (Northern Ireland) 5.26 14. (14) Zach Johnson 5.16 15. (15) Hunter Mahan 4.97 16. …
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A chance encounter with the Prince
India, Aug. 20 — .The man whose football wizardry, legend has it, inspired a young Zinedine Zidane to give up a fledgling career in Petanque, a French pastime where the aim is to roll a number of hollow steel balls (boules) as close as possible to a small wooden target ball called cochonnet (French for piglet), and give football a try is standing next to you. …
Binny tipped to be the next chief selector
India, Aug. 20 — When he was included in the national selection committee late last year, Mohinder Amarnath had been tipped to take over the reins of the panel from K Srikkanth this October. After all, Srikkanth – along with Narendra Hirwani, Surendra Bhave and Raja Venkat – next month-end complete four years as national selectors, the most allowed by the Indian cricket board’s (BCCI’s) constitution. …
Clemens making comeback after signing with Skeeters
(Reuters) – Major League Baseball pitching great Roger Clemens, fresh off an acquittal on charges that he lied about steroid use, has signed a contract with the Sugar Land Skeeters of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball, the team said on Monday. The 50-year-old Clemens, who has not pitched since the 2007 MLB season with the New York Yankees, will join the Texas-based Skeeters on Friday and is expected to start on Saturday against the Bridgeport Bluefish, the team said on their website. The eight-team Atlantic League is not affiliated with MLB. …
Menzer: Biffle making sure he isn't ignored
The last time Greg Biffle visited Richmond International Raceway for a race weekend, he was all smiles.
Head2Head: Should NASCAR limit part-timers in NNS races?
Circuit Gilles Villeneuve lived up to its short-lived NASCAR reputation this past weekend — it was wild. Twelve lead changes, eight cautions — three of which came in the final 10 laps, and another dramatic green-white-checkered finish that saw Justin Allgaier bump Jacques Villeneuve from the lead for the victory. (Race Highlights)
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The New Zealand under-19 cricket team is into the semifinals of the World Cup after a thrilling quarterfinal victory over the West Indies in Townsville. Under-19s have thrilling quarterfinal win under-19s
India, Aug. 20 — .The man whose football wizardry, legend has it, inspired a young Zinedine Zidane to give up a fledgling career in Petanque, a French pastime where the aim is to roll a number of hollow steel balls (boules) as close as possible to a small wooden target ball called cochonnet (French for piglet), and give football a try is standing next to you. …
Binny tipped to be the next chief selector
India, Aug. 20 — When he was included in the national selection committee late last year, Mohinder Amarnath had been tipped to take over the reins of the panel from K Srikkanth this October. After all, Srikkanth – along with Narendra Hirwani, Surendra Bhave and Raja Venkat – next month-end complete four years as national selectors, the most allowed by the Indian cricket board’s (BCCI’s) constitution. …
Clemens making comeback after signing with Skeeters
(Reuters) – Major League Baseball pitching great Roger Clemens, fresh off an acquittal on charges that he lied about steroid use, has signed a contract with the Sugar Land Skeeters of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball, the team said on Monday. The 50-year-old Clemens, who has not pitched since the 2007 MLB season with the New York Yankees, will join the Texas-based Skeeters on Friday and is expected to start on Saturday against the Bridgeport Bluefish, the team said on their website. The eight-team Atlantic League is not affiliated with MLB. … Menzer: Biffle making sure he isn't ignored
The last time Greg Biffle visited Richmond International Raceway for a race weekend, he was all smiles.
Head2Head: Should NASCAR limit part-timers in NNS races?
Circuit Gilles Villeneuve lived up to its short-lived NASCAR reputation this past weekend — it was wild. Twelve lead changes, eight cautions — three of which came in the final 10 laps, and another dramatic green-white-checkered finish that saw Justin Allgaier bump Jacques Villeneuve from the lead for the victory. (Race Highlights)
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The New Zealand under-19 cricket team is into the semifinals of the World Cup after a thrilling quarterfinal victory over the West Indies in Townsville. Under-19s have thrilling quarterfinal win under-19s
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Baseball-Clemens making comeback after signing with Skeeters
Aug 20 (Reuters) – Major League Baseball pitching greatRoger Clemens, fresh off an acquittal on charges that he liedabout steroid use, has signed a contract with the Sugar LandSkeeters of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball, theteam said on Monday. The 50-year-old Clemens, who has not pitched since the 2007MLB season with the New York Yankees, will join the Texas-basedSkeeters on Friday and is expected to start on Saturday againstthe Bridgeport Bluefish, the team said on their website. The eight-team Atlantic League is not affiliated with MLB. …
Settled Hernanes eager to push onwards with Lazio ahead of the 2014 World Cup
Settled Hernanes eager to push onwards with Lazio ahead of the 2014 World Cup
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All Whites coach Ricki Herbert has named his strongest possible squad for the first two matches in the third stage of FIFA World Cup qualifying. Strongest possible All Whites squad named All Whites, FIFA World Cup
Settled Hernanes eager to push onwards with Lazio ahead of the 2014 World Cup
Settled Hernanes eager to push onwards with Lazio ahead of the 2014 World Cup
Settled Hernanes eager to push onwards with Lazio ahead of the 2014 World Cup
The Brazilian has been under the watchful eye of many of Europe's elite clubs, but the 27-year-old is happy to continue moving ahead with the Biancocelesti
Aug 20 (Reuters) – Major League Baseball pitching greatRoger Clemens, fresh off an acquittal on charges that he liedabout steroid use, has signed a contract with the Sugar LandSkeeters of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball, theteam said on Monday. The 50-year-old Clemens, who has not pitched since the 2007MLB season with the New York Yankees, will join the Texas-basedSkeeters on Friday and is expected to start on Saturday againstthe Bridgeport Bluefish, the team said on their website. The eight-team Atlantic League is not affiliated with MLB. …
Settled Hernanes eager to push onwards with Lazio ahead of the 2014 World Cup
Settled Hernanes eager to push onwards with Lazio ahead of the 2014 World Cup trn/irs football squad
All Whites coach Ricki Herbert has named his strongest possible squad for the first two matches in the third stage of FIFA World Cup qualifying. Strongest possible All Whites squad named All Whites, FIFA World Cup
Settled Hernanes eager to push onwards with Lazio ahead of the 2014 World Cup
Settled Hernanes eager to push onwards with Lazio ahead of the 2014 World Cup Settled Hernanes eager to push onwards with Lazio ahead of the 2014 World Cup
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Builders work in the construction of a cable railway station atop the Morro Da Providencia on August 17, 2012 in Rio de Janeiro. Hundreds of families have been evicted from different shantytowns in Rio de Janeiro due to preparation works for the 2014 FIFA World Cup and the 2016 Olympic Games. AFP PHOTO/VANDERLEI ALMEIDAVANDERLEIALMEIDA/AFP/GettyImages
NASCAR, Fox Deportes reach deal to provide coverage of 15 Cup races
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – NASCAR has reached a deal in which FOX Deportes will cover 15 Sprint Cup Series races next year.
UPDATE 1-Golf-Garcia snaps PGA Tour drought, qualifies for Ryder Cup
* Eighth PGA Tour win, first since 2008 Players Championship * Bumps Ian Poulter from the 10th automatic Ryder Cup spot (Adds quotes, detail) Aug 20 (Reuters) – Sergio Garcia snapped a four-year PGATour title drought with victory at the rain-delayed WyndhamChampionship in North Carolina on Monday that secured theSpaniard a spot on the European Ryder Cup team. …
Roger Clemens returning to baseball
Rogers Clemens has signed with the Sugar Land Skeeters of the independent Atlantic League and is expected to start for them on Saturday at home against Bridgeport.
NASCAR, Fox Deportes reach 15-race deal
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — NASCAR has reached a deal in which FOX Deportes will cover 15 Sprint Cup Series races next year.
U-20 Women's World Cup athlete tweets: Canada, USA victorious
Canada opened up its tournament with a dominating 6-0 victory over Argentina at the Under-20 Women’s World Cup on Monday. In other matches, the USA shutout Ghana 4-0, while Norway fell to Korea DPR. Here are the best player tweets of the day from Japan.
Romney praises Augusta National admission of women
US Presidential challenger Mitt Romney was among those praising Augusta National golf club’s long-delayed admission of women members, announced Monday by club chairman Billy Payne.
NASCAR, Fox Deportes reach 15-race deal
NASCAR has reached a deal in which FOX Deportes will cover 15 Sprint Cup Series races next year.
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Builders work in the construction of a cable railway station atop the Morro Da Providencia on August 17, 2012 in Rio de Janeiro. Hundreds of families have been evicted from different shantytowns in Rio de Janeiro due to preparation works for the 2014 FIFA World Cup and the 2016 Olympic Games. AFP PHOTO/VANDERLEI ALMEIDAVANDERLEIALMEIDA/AFP/GettyImages NASCAR, Fox Deportes reach deal to provide coverage of 15 Cup races
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – NASCAR has reached a deal in which FOX Deportes will cover 15 Sprint Cup Series races next year.
UPDATE 1-Golf-Garcia snaps PGA Tour drought, qualifies for Ryder Cup
* Eighth PGA Tour win, first since 2008 Players Championship * Bumps Ian Poulter from the 10th automatic Ryder Cup spot (Adds quotes, detail) Aug 20 (Reuters) – Sergio Garcia snapped a four-year PGATour title drought with victory at the rain-delayed WyndhamChampionship in North Carolina on Monday that secured theSpaniard a spot on the European Ryder Cup team. …
Roger Clemens returning to baseball
Rogers Clemens has signed with the Sugar Land Skeeters of the independent Atlantic League and is expected to start for them on Saturday at home against Bridgeport.
NASCAR, Fox Deportes reach 15-race deal
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — NASCAR has reached a deal in which FOX Deportes will cover 15 Sprint Cup Series races next year.
U-20 Women's World Cup athlete tweets: Canada, USA victorious
Canada opened up its tournament with a dominating 6-0 victory over Argentina at the Under-20 Women’s World Cup on Monday. In other matches, the USA shutout Ghana 4-0, while Norway fell to Korea DPR. Here are the best player tweets of the day from Japan.
Romney praises Augusta National admission of women
US Presidential challenger Mitt Romney was among those praising Augusta National golf club’s long-delayed admission of women members, announced Monday by club chairman Billy Payne.
NASCAR, Fox Deportes reach 15-race deal
NASCAR has reached a deal in which FOX Deportes will cover 15 Sprint Cup Series races next year.
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Golf-U.S. Ryder Cup points standings
Aug 20 (Reuters) – U.S. Ryder Cup points standings onMonday: 1. Tiger Woods 6014.184 points 2. Bubba Watson 5815.054 3. Jason Dufner 5697.302 4. Keegan Bradley 5551.206 5. Webb Simpson 4635.500 6. Zach Johnson 4491.544 7. Matt Kuchar 4448.942 8. Phil Mickelson 4233.108 9. Hunter Mahan 4082.228 10. Steve Stricker 4015.069 11. Jim Furyk 3369.616 12. Rickie Fowler 3313.338 13. Brandt Snedeker 3176.787 14. Bo Van Pelt 3152.315 15. Dustin Johnson 3040.020 (Top eight on the list qualify. …
Bertrand targeting regular spot at Chelsea to prove England credentials
The 23-year-old was delighted to make his Three Lions debut in the friendly against Italy and is aiming to play more games for the Blues this season in order to impress the boss
Golf-PGA Tour money list
Aug 20 (Reuters) – Leading money winners on the 2012 PGATour on Monday (U.S. unless stated): 1. Tiger Woods $4,957,158 2. Rory McIlroy (Northern Ireland) $4,905,492 3. Jason Dufner $4,548,104 4. Zach Johnson $4,111,284 5. Bubba Watson $4,018,108 6. Hunter Mahan $3,720,793 7. Keegan Bradley $3,606,658 8. Matt Kuchar $3,606,525 9. Justin Rose (England) $3,297,250 10. Carl Pettersson (Sweden) $3,295,796 11. Ernie Els (South Africa) $3,122,173 12. Steve Stricker $3,046,421 13. Webb Simpson $2,997,505 14. Phil Mickelson $2,948,621 15. Rickie Fowler $2,823,193 16. Luke Donald (England) $2,775,491 …
Golf-PGA Tour FedExCup points table
Aug 20 (Reuters) – PGA Tour 2012 FedExCup points table onMonday (U.S. unless stated): 1. Tiger Woods 2,269 points 2. Jason Dufner 2,110 3. Rory McIlroy (Northern Ireland) 2,092 4. Zach Johnson 2,019 5. Bubba Watson 1,777 6. Hunter Mahan 1,739 7. Carl Pettersson (Sweden) 1,691 8. Keegan Bradley 1,670 9. Matt Kuchar 1,600 10. Steve Stricker 1,456 11. Ernie Els (South Africa) 1,447 12. Justin Rose (England) 1,426 13. Webb Simpson 1,424 14. Phil Mickelson 1,373 15. Scott Piercy 1,304 16. Luke Donald (England) 1,294 17. Jim Furyk 1,284 18. Rickie Fowler 1,246 19. Brandt Snedeker 1,194 20. …
Former U.S. assistant coach remains quiet on Hope Solo's claim that he witnessed shoving incident
A former U.S. assistant declines comment on Solo's claim that he was in the room when she was allegedly shoved in 2007 by then-U.S. women's coach Greg Ryan.
Golf-European Ryder Cup points standings
Aug 20 (Reuters) – European Ryder Cup points standings on Monday: European points list: 1. Rory McIlroy (Northern Ireland) 4050288.10 points 2. Justin Rose (England) 2602910.21 3. Graeme McDowell (Northern Ireland) 2375790.52 4. Paul Lawrie (Scotland) 2088718.02 5. Francesco Molinari (Italy) 2062525.67 6. Peter Hanson (Sweden) 2022431.76 7. Luke Donald (England) 1885170.56 8. Martin Kaymer (Germany) 1871797.49 9. Nicolas Colsaerts (Belgium) 1735223.95 10. Lee Westwood (England) 1692029.78 World points list: 1. McIlroy 468.81 points 2. Donald 363.46 3. Rose 322.33 4. Westwood 280.27 5. …
Giants insist they weren't hazing Amukamara
While they understand the public's concern over what might be perceived as an apparent hazing incident involving Prince Amukamara, several New York Giants insist that throwing the second-year cornerback into a tub of ice water was a football tradition and not bullying.
UPDATE 2-Augusta, home of The Masters, admits first women members
* Former U.S. secretary of state and financier new members * Men-only rule has drawn criticism for years (Adds further detail, background) Aug 20 (Reuters) – The Augusta National Golf Club, home ofThe Masters golf tournament, on Monday said it has admitted twowomen as members for the first time: former U.S. Secretary ofState Condoleezza Rice and financier Darla Moore. The Augusta, Georgia club’s previous status as male-only hasdrawn criticism for years. …
Malta player banned for 10 years for Euro 2008 fix
GENEVA (AP) — UEFA acknowledged Monday that its showpiece international competition had been corrupted, as it confirmed a 10-year ban of Kevin Sammut of Malta for helping to fix a 2008 European Championship qualifying match.
Garcia wins Wyndham, books Ryder Cup berth
Spain’s Sergio Garcia won the rain-disrupted Wyndham Championship by two strokes Monday, securing a Ryder Cup berth with his first US PGA Tour title since 2008.
Aug 20 (Reuters) – U.S. Ryder Cup points standings onMonday: 1. Tiger Woods 6014.184 points 2. Bubba Watson 5815.054 3. Jason Dufner 5697.302 4. Keegan Bradley 5551.206 5. Webb Simpson 4635.500 6. Zach Johnson 4491.544 7. Matt Kuchar 4448.942 8. Phil Mickelson 4233.108 9. Hunter Mahan 4082.228 10. Steve Stricker 4015.069 11. Jim Furyk 3369.616 12. Rickie Fowler 3313.338 13. Brandt Snedeker 3176.787 14. Bo Van Pelt 3152.315 15. Dustin Johnson 3040.020 (Top eight on the list qualify. …
Bertrand targeting regular spot at Chelsea to prove England credentials
The 23-year-old was delighted to make his Three Lions debut in the friendly against Italy and is aiming to play more games for the Blues this season in order to impress the boss Golf-PGA Tour money list
Aug 20 (Reuters) – Leading money winners on the 2012 PGATour on Monday (U.S. unless stated): 1. Tiger Woods $4,957,158 2. Rory McIlroy (Northern Ireland) $4,905,492 3. Jason Dufner $4,548,104 4. Zach Johnson $4,111,284 5. Bubba Watson $4,018,108 6. Hunter Mahan $3,720,793 7. Keegan Bradley $3,606,658 8. Matt Kuchar $3,606,525 9. Justin Rose (England) $3,297,250 10. Carl Pettersson (Sweden) $3,295,796 11. Ernie Els (South Africa) $3,122,173 12. Steve Stricker $3,046,421 13. Webb Simpson $2,997,505 14. Phil Mickelson $2,948,621 15. Rickie Fowler $2,823,193 16. Luke Donald (England) $2,775,491 …
Golf-PGA Tour FedExCup points table
Aug 20 (Reuters) – PGA Tour 2012 FedExCup points table onMonday (U.S. unless stated): 1. Tiger Woods 2,269 points 2. Jason Dufner 2,110 3. Rory McIlroy (Northern Ireland) 2,092 4. Zach Johnson 2,019 5. Bubba Watson 1,777 6. Hunter Mahan 1,739 7. Carl Pettersson (Sweden) 1,691 8. Keegan Bradley 1,670 9. Matt Kuchar 1,600 10. Steve Stricker 1,456 11. Ernie Els (South Africa) 1,447 12. Justin Rose (England) 1,426 13. Webb Simpson 1,424 14. Phil Mickelson 1,373 15. Scott Piercy 1,304 16. Luke Donald (England) 1,294 17. Jim Furyk 1,284 18. Rickie Fowler 1,246 19. Brandt Snedeker 1,194 20. …
Former U.S. assistant coach remains quiet on Hope Solo's claim that he witnessed shoving incident
A former U.S. assistant declines comment on Solo's claim that he was in the room when she was allegedly shoved in 2007 by then-U.S. women's coach Greg Ryan. Golf-European Ryder Cup points standings
Aug 20 (Reuters) – European Ryder Cup points standings on Monday: European points list: 1. Rory McIlroy (Northern Ireland) 4050288.10 points 2. Justin Rose (England) 2602910.21 3. Graeme McDowell (Northern Ireland) 2375790.52 4. Paul Lawrie (Scotland) 2088718.02 5. Francesco Molinari (Italy) 2062525.67 6. Peter Hanson (Sweden) 2022431.76 7. Luke Donald (England) 1885170.56 8. Martin Kaymer (Germany) 1871797.49 9. Nicolas Colsaerts (Belgium) 1735223.95 10. Lee Westwood (England) 1692029.78 World points list: 1. McIlroy 468.81 points 2. Donald 363.46 3. Rose 322.33 4. Westwood 280.27 5. …
Giants insist they weren't hazing Amukamara
While they understand the public's concern over what might be perceived as an apparent hazing incident involving Prince Amukamara, several New York Giants insist that throwing the second-year cornerback into a tub of ice water was a football tradition and not bullying. UPDATE 2-Augusta, home of The Masters, admits first women members
* Former U.S. secretary of state and financier new members * Men-only rule has drawn criticism for years (Adds further detail, background) Aug 20 (Reuters) – The Augusta National Golf Club, home ofThe Masters golf tournament, on Monday said it has admitted twowomen as members for the first time: former U.S. Secretary ofState Condoleezza Rice and financier Darla Moore. The Augusta, Georgia club’s previous status as male-only hasdrawn criticism for years. …
Malta player banned for 10 years for Euro 2008 fix
GENEVA (AP) — UEFA acknowledged Monday that its showpiece international competition had been corrupted, as it confirmed a 10-year ban of Kevin Sammut of Malta for helping to fix a 2008 European Championship qualifying match.
Garcia wins Wyndham, books Ryder Cup berth
Spain’s Sergio Garcia won the rain-disrupted Wyndham Championship by two strokes Monday, securing a Ryder Cup berth with his first US PGA Tour title since 2008.
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Garcia snaps PGA Tour drought, qualifies for Ryder Cup
(Reuters) – Sergio Garcia snapped a four-year PGA Tour title drought with victory at the rain-delayed Wyndham Championship in North Carolina on Monday that secured the Spaniard a spot on the European Ryder Cup team. Garcia, who had a one-shot lead after four holes on Sunday when play was halted at Sedgefield Country Club because of rain and thunderstorms, shot a four-under 66 in the final round for an 18-under total, two shots clear of South African Tim Clark. …
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AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND – NOVEMBER 01: Shelina Zadorsky of Canada in action during the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup match between Colombia and Canada at North Harbour Stadium on November 1, 2008 in Auckland, New Zealand. (Photo by Sandra Mu/Getty Images)
Golf-Garcia snaps PGA Tour drought, qualifies for Ryder Cup
Aug 20 (Reuters) – Sergio Garcia snapped a four-year PGATour title drought with victory at the rain-delayed WyndhamChampionship in North Carolina on Monday that secured theSpaniard a spot on the European Ryder Cup team. Garcia, who had a one-shot lead after four holes on Sundaywhen play was halted at Sedgefield Country Club because of rainand thunderstorms, shot a four-under 66 in the final round foran 18-under total, two shots clear of South African Tim Clark. The Spaniard, who needed a strong result to force his wayonto Europe’s team for the Sept. …
FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup - Colombia v Canada
AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND – NOVEMBER 01: Shelina Zadorsky of Canada in action during the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup match between Colombia and Canada at North Harbour Stadium on November 1, 2008 in Auckland, New Zealand. (Photo by Sandra Mu/Getty Images)
Garcia claims 2-stroke win at rainy Wyndham
Sergio Garcia claimed a two-stroke victory Monday in the rain-delayed Wyndham Championship to earn his first PGA Tour victory since the 2008 Players Championship.
London Irish sign Yanuyanutawa
Fijian international prop Jerry Yanuyanutawa has signed a deal to play for London Irish in the 2012/13 Aviva Premiership season.
UPDATE 1-Augusta, home of The Masters, admits first women members
(Adds details, background, statement from Rice) Aug 20 (Reuters) – The Augusta National Golf Club, home ofThe Masters golf tournament, on Monday said it has admitted twowomen as members for the first time: former U.S. Secretary ofState Condoleezza Rice and financier Darla Moore. The storied Georgia club’s previous status as male-only hascreated controversy, including ahead of this year’s tournamentwhen President Barack Obama weighed in on the matter, sayingthrough a spokesman that he believed women should be admitted. …
Golf-U.S. PGA Tour Wyndham Championship scores
Aug 20 (Infostrada Sports) – Scores from the U.S. PGA Tour Wyndham Championship at the par-70 course on Monday in Greensboro, North Carolina 262 Sergio Garcia (Spain) 67 63 66 66 264 Tim Clark (South Africa) 63 67 67 67 265 Bud Cauley (U.S.) 66 65 66 68 266 Chad Campbell (U.S.) 71 64 65 66 Jimmy Walker (U.S.) 66 62 71 67 Carl Pettersson (Sweden) 62 68 68 68 267 Nicolas Colsaerts (Belgium) 67 65 69 66 Bill Haas (U.S.) 68 65 67 67 Jason Dufner (U.S.) 68 67 63 69 268 John Merrick (U.S.) 66 69 67 66 Troy Matteson (U.S.) 64 68 68 68 Davis Love III (U.S.) 67 66 66 69 Harris English (U.S. …
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Builders work in the construction of a cable railway station atop the Morro Da Providencia on August 17, 2012 in Rio de Janeiro. Hundreds of families have been evicted from different shantytowns in Rio de Janeiro due to preparation works for the 2014 FIFA World Cup and the 2016 Olympic Games. AFP PHOTO/VANDERLEI ALMEIDAVANDERLEIALMEIDA/AFP/GettyImages
Judge dismisses Armstrong's case against USADA
A federal judge in Austin, Texas, has thrown out Lance Armstrong’s lawsuit against the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency, an attempt to stop the drug case against the seven-time Tour de France winner.
(Reuters) – Sergio Garcia snapped a four-year PGA Tour title drought with victory at the rain-delayed Wyndham Championship in North Carolina on Monday that secured the Spaniard a spot on the European Ryder Cup team. Garcia, who had a one-shot lead after four holes on Sunday when play was halted at Sedgefield Country Club because of rain and thunderstorms, shot a four-under 66 in the final round for an 18-under total, two shots clear of South African Tim Clark. … FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup - Colombia v Canada Getty Images Getty Images
AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND – NOVEMBER 01: Shelina Zadorsky of Canada in action during the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup match between Colombia and Canada at North Harbour Stadium on November 1, 2008 in Auckland, New Zealand. (Photo by Sandra Mu/Getty Images) Golf-Garcia snaps PGA Tour drought, qualifies for Ryder Cup
Aug 20 (Reuters) – Sergio Garcia snapped a four-year PGATour title drought with victory at the rain-delayed WyndhamChampionship in North Carolina on Monday that secured theSpaniard a spot on the European Ryder Cup team. Garcia, who had a one-shot lead after four holes on Sundaywhen play was halted at Sedgefield Country Club because of rainand thunderstorms, shot a four-under 66 in the final round foran 18-under total, two shots clear of South African Tim Clark. The Spaniard, who needed a strong result to force his wayonto Europe’s team for the Sept. …
FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup - Colombia v Canada
AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND – NOVEMBER 01: Shelina Zadorsky of Canada in action during the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup match between Colombia and Canada at North Harbour Stadium on November 1, 2008 in Auckland, New Zealand. (Photo by Sandra Mu/Getty Images) Garcia claims 2-stroke win at rainy Wyndham
Sergio Garcia claimed a two-stroke victory Monday in the rain-delayed Wyndham Championship to earn his first PGA Tour victory since the 2008 Players Championship.
London Irish sign Yanuyanutawa
Fijian international prop Jerry Yanuyanutawa has signed a deal to play for London Irish in the 2012/13 Aviva Premiership season. UPDATE 1-Augusta, home of The Masters, admits first women members
(Adds details, background, statement from Rice) Aug 20 (Reuters) – The Augusta National Golf Club, home ofThe Masters golf tournament, on Monday said it has admitted twowomen as members for the first time: former U.S. Secretary ofState Condoleezza Rice and financier Darla Moore. The storied Georgia club’s previous status as male-only hascreated controversy, including ahead of this year’s tournamentwhen President Barack Obama weighed in on the matter, sayingthrough a spokesman that he believed women should be admitted. …
Golf-U.S. PGA Tour Wyndham Championship scores
Aug 20 (Infostrada Sports) – Scores from the U.S. PGA Tour Wyndham Championship at the par-70 course on Monday in Greensboro, North Carolina 262 Sergio Garcia (Spain) 67 63 66 66 264 Tim Clark (South Africa) 63 67 67 67 265 Bud Cauley (U.S.) 66 65 66 68 266 Chad Campbell (U.S.) 71 64 65 66 Jimmy Walker (U.S.) 66 62 71 67 Carl Pettersson (Sweden) 62 68 68 68 267 Nicolas Colsaerts (Belgium) 67 65 69 66 Bill Haas (U.S.) 68 65 67 67 Jason Dufner (U.S.) 68 67 63 69 268 John Merrick (U.S.) 66 69 67 66 Troy Matteson (U.S.) 64 68 68 68 Davis Love III (U.S.) 67 66 66 69 Harris English (U.S. …
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Builders work in the construction of a cable railway station atop the Morro Da Providencia on August 17, 2012 in Rio de Janeiro. Hundreds of families have been evicted from different shantytowns in Rio de Janeiro due to preparation works for the 2014 FIFA World Cup and the 2016 Olympic Games. AFP PHOTO/VANDERLEI ALMEIDAVANDERLEIALMEIDA/AFP/GettyImages Judge dismisses Armstrong's case against USADA
A federal judge in Austin, Texas, has thrown out Lance Armstrong’s lawsuit against the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency, an attempt to stop the drug case against the seven-time Tour de France winner.
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Olympic Gold Medalist and American Soccer Star Alex Morgan to Publish Debut Middle-Grade Series With Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing
NEW YORK, Aug. 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ – American soccer star and Olympic gold medalist Alex Morgan has signed with Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Simon & Schuster Children’s Publishing, …
Augusta, home of The Masters, admits first women members
(Reuters) – The Augusta National Golf Club, home of The Masters golf tournament, on Monday said it has admitted two women as members for the first time: former U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and financier Darla Moore. "This is a joyous occasion as we enthusiastically welcome Secretary Condoleezza Rice and Darla Moore as members of Augusta National Golf Club," club President Billy Payne said in a statement. The Georgia club's previous status as male-only has created controversy in the past. (Reporting By Dan Burns; Editing by Eric Beech)
Augusta National admits first women members
Augusta National, home of the Masters golf tournament, said Monday the exclusive club has admitted the first women members in its 80-year history.
NFL suspends Chiefs LB Tamba Hali 1 game
The NFL has suspended Pro Bowl linebacker Tamba Hali of the Kansas City Chiefs for the season-opener against Atlanta for violating its policy on substance abuse.
Lyon's Gourcuff injured again
Lyon midfielder Yoann Gourcuff will be out for between six weeks and three months after damaging his right knee, the club said on Monday, in the latest problem to hit the injury-prone player.
NEW YORK, Aug. 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ – American soccer star and Olympic gold medalist Alex Morgan has signed with Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Simon & Schuster Children’s Publishing, …
Augusta, home of The Masters, admits first women members
(Reuters) – The Augusta National Golf Club, home of The Masters golf tournament, on Monday said it has admitted two women as members for the first time: former U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and financier Darla Moore. "This is a joyous occasion as we enthusiastically welcome Secretary Condoleezza Rice and Darla Moore as members of Augusta National Golf Club," club President Billy Payne said in a statement. The Georgia club's previous status as male-only has created controversy in the past. (Reporting By Dan Burns; Editing by Eric Beech) Augusta National admits first women members
Augusta National, home of the Masters golf tournament, said Monday the exclusive club has admitted the first women members in its 80-year history.
NFL suspends Chiefs LB Tamba Hali 1 game
The NFL has suspended Pro Bowl linebacker Tamba Hali of the Kansas City Chiefs for the season-opener against Atlanta for violating its policy on substance abuse.
Lyon's Gourcuff injured again
Lyon midfielder Yoann Gourcuff will be out for between six weeks and three months after damaging his right knee, the club said on Monday, in the latest problem to hit the injury-prone player. seenewstoday.com : Sports News updates
Augusta National adds first 2 female members
For the first time in its 80-year history, Augusta National Golf Club has female members.
Malta's Sammut and Portugal's Antunes challenge for ball during World Cup qualifier at Ta' Qali National Stadium outside Valletta
Malta's Kevin Sammut (front) and Portugal's Antunes challenge for the ball during their World Cup 2010 qualifying soccer match at Ta' Qali National Stadium outside Valletta September 6, 2008. REUTERS/Darrin Zammit Lupi/Files
GM recalling SUVs to fix fire hazard: US agency
General Motors Company will recall nearly 250,000 sport utility vehicles in the United States to fix a fire hazard, a US federal agency said Monday.
For the first time in its 80-year history, Augusta National Golf Club has female members. Malta's Sammut and Portugal's Antunes challenge for ball during World Cup qualifier at Ta' Qali National Stadium outside Valletta
Malta's Kevin Sammut (front) and Portugal's Antunes challenge for the ball during their World Cup 2010 qualifying soccer match at Ta' Qali National Stadium outside Valletta September 6, 2008. REUTERS/Darrin Zammit Lupi/Files GM recalling SUVs to fix fire hazard: US agency
General Motors Company will recall nearly 250,000 sport utility vehicles in the United States to fix a fire hazard, a US federal agency said Monday.
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North Korea's Yun Hyon Hi scores a penalty against Norway in the first half during their soccer match at the Women's U20 World Cup in Kobe, western Japan, Monday, Aug. 20, 2012. North Korea won 4-2. (AP Photo/Kyodo News) JAPAN OUT, MANDATORY CREDIT, NO LICENSING IN CHINA, HONG KONG, JAPAN, SOUTH KOREA AND FRANCE
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North Korea's Yun Hyon Hi scores a penalty against Norway in the first half during their soccer match at the Women's U20 World Cup in Kobe, western Japan, Monday, Aug. 20, 2012. North Korea won 4-2. (AP Photo/Kyodo News) JAPAN OUT, MANDATORY CREDIT, NO LICENSING IN CHINA, HONG KONG, JAPAN, SOUTH KOREA AND FRANCE Japan Women U20 World Cup Soccer
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The first round of the domestic fixtures saw some unexpected scorelines and some unusual scorers, all of those contributed to several huge winners for Paddy Power customers
Barcelona beware: Why Alex Song is one of the most overrated players in the world
The Cameroon international's transfer from the Emirates to Camp Nou will soon be official, but the Blaugrana are signing a tactically and technically deficient midfielder
India, New Zealand enter U-19 WC semi-finals in Australia
Townsville (Australia), Aug.20 (ANI): India and New Zealand booked a semi-final clash against each other after registering thrilling wins in the ICC Uunder-19 Cricket World Cup Super League quarter-finals on Monday.
Research and Markets: Brazil Infrastructure Report Q4 2012 - Independent Forecasts and Competitive Intelligence
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Prosinecki steps down as Red Star manager
BELGRADE (Reuters) – Robert Prosinecki resigned as Red Star Belgrade’s manager on Monday after failing to make an impact at the 1991 European Cup winners and falling out with the board, the former Croatia midfielder said. Prosinecki, who won Europe’s elite club competition with Red Star as a player and finished third with Croatia in the 1998 World Cup, took over at Serbia’s most trophy-laden club in December 2010 hoping to rekindle some of their past glory. …
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The Cameroon international's transfer from the Emirates to Camp Nou will soon be official, but the Blaugrana are signing a tactically and technically deficient midfielder India, New Zealand enter U-19 WC semi-finals in Australia
Townsville (Australia), Aug.20 (ANI): India and New Zealand booked a semi-final clash against each other after registering thrilling wins in the ICC Uunder-19 Cricket World Cup Super League quarter-finals on Monday.
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Prosinecki steps down as Red Star manager
BELGRADE (Reuters) – Robert Prosinecki resigned as Red Star Belgrade’s manager on Monday after failing to make an impact at the 1991 European Cup winners and falling out with the board, the former Croatia midfielder said. Prosinecki, who won Europe’s elite club competition with Red Star as a player and finished third with Croatia in the 1998 World Cup, took over at Serbia’s most trophy-laden club in December 2010 hoping to rekindle some of their past glory. …
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Villa's return highlight of win over Sociedad, says Pedro
The versatile attacker was pleased to see his team-mate back in action after a lengthy lay-off, and was equally satisfied with Barca's performance
Soccer-Prosinecki steps down as Red Star manager
BELGRADE, Aug 20 (Reuters) – Robert Prosinecki resigned asRed Star Belgrade’s manager on Monday after failing to make animpact at the 1991 European Cup winners and falling out with theboard, the former Croatia midfielder said. Prosinecki, who won Europe’s elite club competition with RedStar as a player and finished third with Croatia in the 1998World Cup, took over at Serbia’s most trophy-laden club inDecember 2010 hoping to rekindle some of their past glory. …
Soccer-Prosinecki steps down as Red Star manager
BELGRADE, Aug 20 (Reuters) – Robert Prosinecki resigned asRed Star Belgrade’s manager on Monday after failing to make animpact at the 1991 European Cup winners and falling out with theboard, the former Croatia midfielder said. Prosinecki, who won Europe’s elite club competition with RedStar as a player and finished third with Croatia in the 1998World Cup, took over at Serbia’s most trophy-laden club inDecember 2010 hoping to rekindle some of their past glory. …
Japan Women U20 World Cup Soccer
Japan Women U20 World Cup Soccer
Japan Women U20 World Cup Soccer
Germany's Carolin Simon, right, fights for the ball with China's Zhang during their soccer match at the Women's U20 World Cup at Hiroshima Big Arch stadium in Hiroshima, Japan, Monday, Aug. 20, 2012. (AP Photo/Shizuo Kambayashi)
Hayes leads US women to 4-0 win over Ghana
HIROSHIMA, Japan (AP) — Maya Hayes scored a hat trick to lead the United States to a 4-0 victory over Ghana in its opening Group D match at the women’s under-20 World Cup on Monday.
Incalzim degetele. Urmeaza Campionatul national de jocuri electronice
Electronic Sports World Cup 2012 Romania va avea loc in weekend, la Constanta.
Ishant hopes for a good show against New Zealand
New Delhi, Aug 20 (IANS) A fit-again Ishant Sharma will return to action with the two cricket Tests against New Zealand, hoping a good show paves way for his selection in the shorter formats of the game.
Barcelona beware: Why Alex Song is one of the most overrated players in the world
The Cameroon international's transfer from the Emirates to Camp Nou is all but official, but the Blaugrana are signing a tactically and technically deficient midfielder
Villa's return highlight of win over Sociedad, says Pedro
The versatile attacker was pleased to see his team-mate back in action after a lengthy lay-off, and was equally satisfied with Barca's performance
The versatile attacker was pleased to see his team-mate back in action after a lengthy lay-off, and was equally satisfied with Barca's performance Soccer-Prosinecki steps down as Red Star manager
BELGRADE, Aug 20 (Reuters) – Robert Prosinecki resigned asRed Star Belgrade’s manager on Monday after failing to make animpact at the 1991 European Cup winners and falling out with theboard, the former Croatia midfielder said. Prosinecki, who won Europe’s elite club competition with RedStar as a player and finished third with Croatia in the 1998World Cup, took over at Serbia’s most trophy-laden club inDecember 2010 hoping to rekindle some of their past glory. …
Soccer-Prosinecki steps down as Red Star manager
BELGRADE, Aug 20 (Reuters) – Robert Prosinecki resigned asRed Star Belgrade’s manager on Monday after failing to make animpact at the 1991 European Cup winners and falling out with theboard, the former Croatia midfielder said. Prosinecki, who won Europe’s elite club competition with RedStar as a player and finished third with Croatia in the 1998World Cup, took over at Serbia’s most trophy-laden club inDecember 2010 hoping to rekindle some of their past glory. …
Japan Women U20 World Cup Soccer
Japan Women U20 World Cup Soccer Japan Women U20 World Cup Soccer
Germany's Carolin Simon, right, fights for the ball with China's Zhang during their soccer match at the Women's U20 World Cup at Hiroshima Big Arch stadium in Hiroshima, Japan, Monday, Aug. 20, 2012. (AP Photo/Shizuo Kambayashi) Hayes leads US women to 4-0 win over Ghana
HIROSHIMA, Japan (AP) — Maya Hayes scored a hat trick to lead the United States to a 4-0 victory over Ghana in its opening Group D match at the women’s under-20 World Cup on Monday.
Incalzim degetele. Urmeaza Campionatul national de jocuri electronice
Electronic Sports World Cup 2012 Romania va avea loc in weekend, la Constanta. Ishant hopes for a good show against New Zealand
New Delhi, Aug 20 (IANS) A fit-again Ishant Sharma will return to action with the two cricket Tests against New Zealand, hoping a good show paves way for his selection in the shorter formats of the game.
Barcelona beware: Why Alex Song is one of the most overrated players in the world
The Cameroon international's transfer from the Emirates to Camp Nou is all but official, but the Blaugrana are signing a tactically and technically deficient midfielder Villa's return highlight of win over Sociedad, says Pedro
The versatile attacker was pleased to see his team-mate back in action after a lengthy lay-off, and was equally satisfied with Barca's performance
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