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.
(Reuters) – Miami Dolphins' rookie quarterback Ryan Tannehill threw two late inter ceptions as the Buffalo Bills held on for a 19-14 win in the AFC East divisional clash on Thursday. Miami suffered their third consecutive loss and slipped to 4-6 in the division with their playoff hopes becoming increasingly marginal. The Bills got off to the perfect start with a 79 yard punt return from Leodis McKelvin and then a 32 yard field goal from Rian Lindell making it 10-0. … 
NEW YORK (Reuters) – Buster Posey of the San Francisco Giants added to a career's worth of accomplishments by winning the National League Most Valuable Player award on Thursday in just his third season. Yet the humble, 25-year-old catcher said what he took away from the 2012 season was a heartfelt appreciation just to be able to play. Posey had the highest batting average in the major leagues at .336 and pounded 24 homers while driving in 103 to win MLB's top individual award following a 2011 season that ended for him after only 45 games in a devastating collision at home plate. … 
One hundred of Australia's best horse riders lept into action today, at the World Cup qualifiers in Wodonga. It's the 18th year the show jumping qualifiers have been held on the border, with competitors vying for a spot to represent Australia at the World Cup. 
One hundred of Australia's best horse riders lept into action today, at the World Cup qualifiers in Wodonga. It's the 18th year the show jumping qualifiers have been held on the border, with competitors vying for a spot to represent Australia at the World Cup. 
Mario Williams and the Buffalo Bills high-priced defense finally flexed its collective muscle, stuffing the Miami Dolphins in a 19-14 victory Thursday night. 
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Raymond Felton scored 25 points and the New York Knicks stayed undefeated by rallying to beat the San Antonio Spurs 104-100 on Thursday night. 
Bryn Renner threw two touchdown passes in the fourth quarter after a goal-line stand preserved North Carolina's lead and the Tar Heels ended Virginia's postseason hopes with a 37-13 victory Thursday night. 
Former WNBA star and Olympic gold medalist Chamique Holdsclaw is in cus tody after being accused of shooting into a woman's car after using a bat to break its windows. 
Leodis McKelvin returned a punt 79 yards for a touchdown, Rian Lindell added four field goals and the Buffalo Bills led the Miami Dolphins 19-7 at the half Thursday night. 
Christian Watford scored 24 points to help No. 1 Indiana defeat Sam Houston State 99-45 on Thursday night in the Progressive Legends Classic. 
Vòng lo?i World Cup 2014: 
EL SEGUNDO, California (Reut ers) – Mike D'Antoni, controversially appointed over 11-time NBA championship winner and fan favourite Phil Jackson as the new Lakers head coach, has promised to try to return 'Showtime' basketball to Los Angeles. D'Antoni is renowned for the offense-minded approach he adopted while in charge of the Phoenix Suns and New York Knicks and said he has set his sights on continuing in the same vein with one of the NBA's most storied franchises. … 
One hundred of Australia's best horse riders lept into action today, at the World Cup qualifiers in Wodonga. It's the 18th year the show jumping qualifiers have been held on the border, with competitors vying for a spot to represent Australia at the 
One hundred of Australia's best horse riders lept into action today, at the World Cup qualifiers in Wodonga. It's the 18th year the show jumping qualifiers have been held on the border, with competitors vying for a spot to represent Australia at the 
NEW Y ORK (Reuters) – Miguel Cabrera of the Detroit Tigers, the first player to win the Triple Crown in 45 years, won the American League's Most Valuable Player award on Thursday for the 2012 Major League Baseball season. Cabrera became the first player since Carl Yastrzemski of the Boston Red Sox in 1967 to win the Triple Crown, leading the league in the three top traditional offensive categories with a .330 batting average, 44 home runs, and 139 runs batted in. … 
Detroit's Miguel Cabrera has won the American League's Most Valuable Player award after becoming baseball's first Triple Crown winner in 45 years, and San Francisco's Buster Posey has been voted the National League honor. 
SFA chief executive Stewart Regan has declared that he wants a new man at the helm before March to help restore the pride of the national side 
NEW YORK (Reuters) – Buster Posey of th e World Series champion San Francisco Giants won the National League's Most Valuable Player award on Thursday for the 2012 Major League Baseball season. The hard-hitting Posey posted the highest batting average in the major leagues at .336 and pounded 24 home runs while driving in 103 to win MLB's most cherished individual award, which is based only on performance during the regular season. … 
(Reuters) – Major League Baseball Commissioner Bud Selig said on Th ursday he was reviewing the controversial trade in which the Miami Marlins would move some $160 million worth of players to the Toronto Blue Jays for a batch of young prospects. "What I would say to you today is that I have this entire matter under thorough review," Selig told reporters at the close of the MLB owners meetings in Chicago. … 
LONDON (Reuters) – 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 be fore 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. … 
FILE – This Feb. 3, 2012 file photo shows Bode Miller smiling on the podium after finishin g second in a World Cup downhill event in Chamonix, France. Whether it's in life or on the slopes, Olympic and world champion skier Miller charges after what he wants at a breathless speed. (AP Photo/Shinichiro Tanaka, File) 
Pitcher Brandon McCarthy is ready for a normal offseason after being medically cleared this week to resume his regular routine, less than three months after being struck in the head by a line drive and undergoing emergency brain surgery. 
Five-time NASCAR champion Jimmie Jo hnson is the king of mind games and he doesn't mind reminding Brad Keselowski what's at stake at Homestead-Miami Speedway this weekend. 
The Formula One season comes down to this: Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel leads Ferrari's Fernando Alonso by 10 points with two races left, the first on a track neither has driven before. 
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) – The New York Yankees story will move from the baseball diamond to the Broadway stage, the sports franchise and theater producer Kirmser Ponturo Group said on Thursday. The project, which has yet to be titled, will focus on the out-sized personalities of Yankees lore, their championship runs and private moments. A premiere date has not been set. "It is a thrill that two iconic American institutions, the Yankees and the Broadway theater, are joining together," Lonn Trost, New York Yankees COO, said in a statement. … 
The Fierce Five and other members of the U.S. Olympic gymnastics team got a personal audience with President Barack Obama Thursday while on tour in Washington. 
The 31-year old replaced Victor Valdes as a second-half substitute in the friendly game and has spoken of his happiness at the result, as well as the return to form of David Villa 
The 31-year old replaced Victor Valdes as a second-half substitute in the friendly game and has spoken of his happiness at the result, as well as the return to form of David Villa 
Les Bleus full-back believes his country should be satisfied with the players after their performances against Spain and Italy while adding there is a togetherness within the squad 
GENEVA (AP) — Basketball's governing body will try to lure NBA stars to play in some World Cup qualifiers after creating a new format with more matches in their home countries. 
The Les Bleus full-back believes that his country should be satisfied with the players' performances against Spain and Italy, hailing the togetherness within the squad 
AUSTIN, Texas (Reuters) – As the Texas capital prepares to host the first Grand Prix in the United States in five years, some in laid-back Austin say this we ekend's glamorous race clashes with the city's soul. In this environmentally-conscious college town of 800,000, where the bumper stickers say "Keep Austin Weird" and there are no professional sports teams, there is widespread opposition to the Formula One race. … 
TOPSHOTS Ivory Coast's national football team captain Didier Drogba looks on during the FIFA World Cup 2014 frienldy football match Austria vs Ivory Coast in Linz, Austria on November 14, 2012. Ivory Coast won 3-0. AFP PHOTO / ALEXANDER KLEINALEXANDER KLEIN/AFP/Getty Images 
FILE – This is a Sunday, July 29, 2007 file photo of Iraq's Younis Khalef, center, holding up the trophy as he celebrates with teammates after winning Asia Cup soccer final match against Saudi Arabia as Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono, lower left, and AFC President Mohamed Bin Hammam, lower right, look on at Ge lora Bung Karno Stadium in Jakarta, Indonesia. Five years after a surprising run to the Asian Cup title, Iraq is gearing up to play for another global football trophy. The Iraqis last week qualified for the 2013 Under-20 World Cup, which will be held in Turkey. They got there when the country reached the semifinals of the Asian Football Confederation's under-19 championship.(AP Photo/Dita Alangkara, File)