Saturday 15 August 2009

More Chelsea Signings Due

Chelsea boss Carlo Ancelotti has not yet ruled out making another signing this summer.

Benitez moans about fixtures again

The first moan about fixture scheduling of the new season has come from Rafael Benitez.

Benitez said: "It would be interesting to see how the fixtures are done because every year we seem to have a difficult away game.

"It will be tough against a good team and a manager (Harry Redknapp) with experience. But we will try to get all three points."

Rafa: We Don't Need Big Names

Rafa Benitez insists his Liverpool squad does not need any more big-money acquisitions.

Federer and Nadal crash out of Montreal Masters

Roger Federer suffered a stunning collapse and Rafael Nadal's creaky knees weren't strong enough to carry him into the semi-finals as the world's top two players crashed out of the Montreal Masters on Friday.

Woods opens commanding lead at gusty Hazeltine

Tiger Woods answered every challenge with a brilliant display of power shot-making on a hot, windy day at Hazeltine to seize a commanding four-stroke lead after 36 holes of the U.S. PGA Championship.

Friday 14 August 2009

Woods still leads as he begins second round

Late starter Tiger Woods was still in the lead when he began his U.S. PGA Championship second round as strong gusts blew across the monster, 7,674-yard Hazeltine National.

Sprint showdown the highlight of world champs

When it comes to showdowns, athletics has seen nothing like it since the days of Ben Johnson v Carl Lewis more than 20 years ago.

Vick ready for return to football

Disgraced NFL star Michael Vick made his first public appearance for the Philadelphia Eagles on Friday and expressed remorse for bankrolling a dogfighting ring, an offense that sent him to prison.

Sabathia dominant as Yankees crush Mariners 11-1

CC Sabathia enjoyed another superb outing on the mound to help the New York Yankees kick off their 10-game road trip with a crushing 11-1 win over the Seattle Mariners on Thursday.

Disgraced Vick gets "second chance"

Quarterback Michael Vick, released from jail in May after serving 23 months for bankrolling a dogfighting ring, has been given a "second chance" by the Philadelphia Eagles and signed a two-year deal with the team.

Sizzling Tiger takes command at Hazeltine

The ominous figure of four-times winner Tiger Woods seized control of the U.S. PGA Championship on Thursday, firing a flawless five-under-par 67 to charge one stroke clear in the opening round.

Torres, no excuse for reds

Fernando Torres believes Liverpool have the talent and experience to win the title.

Why Wenger Turned Down Real

Arsene Wenger says he would have betrayed his beliefs had he left Arsenal for Real Madrid.

Rio tips top four to be challengers

Rio Ferdinand expects the same old rivals to be challenging Manchester United.

Thursday 13 August 2009

Hunt Completes Hull Switch

Republic of Ireland winger Stephen Hunt has completed his move from Reading to Hull.

Anelka Set For Contract Talks

Nicolas Anelka's agent says the striker is to hold talks with Chelsea over a new deal.

Drop Bopara & Bell

Allan Lamb has called on England's selectors to make major changes for the final Ashes Test.

Wednesday 12 August 2009

Francisco blasts Phillies to victory over Cubs

Ben Francisco's 12th inning homer provided the winning run for the Philadelphia Phillies in a 4-3 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday, the blast ensuring the World Series champions avoided a fourth straight loss.

New dad Federer wins on return in Montreal

Roger Federer pointed to a little ring rust rather than the joys of becoming a new dad after beating Frederic Niemeyer 7-6 6-4 on Tuesday to reach the third round of the Montreal Masters.

Wizards sign ex-San Antonio forward Oberto

The Washington Wizards added some depth to their inside game by signing free agent forward Fabricio Oberto, the team said Tuesday.

Tuesday 11 August 2009

Nadal's knees survive first test in Montreal

Rafael Nadal's tender knees passed their first test when the Spaniard returned to action on Monday in a doubles win at the Montreal Masters.

Ivanovic discovers cure for serving yips

Former world number one Ana Ivanovic said she may have found a cure for her serving problems after reaching the second round of the Cincinnati Open on Monday.

Celtics re-sign "Big Baby" Davis

The Boston Celtics have re-signed forward Glen 'Big Baby&'; Davis, the NBA team said on Monday.

Sunday 9 August 2009

Yankees blank Red Sox for sixth successive win

The New York Yankees streaked to their sixth consecutive win, shutting out the slumping Boston Red Sox 5-0 behind CC Sabathia's strong pitching on Saturday.

Hayes among five enshrined into Pro Football Hall of Fame

The late Bob Hayes, whose lightning speed won him fame on Olympic tracks and in NFL stadiums, was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Saturday.

Blackhawks star Kane arrested for robbing cabbie

Patrick Kane, the star winger for the Chicago Blackhawks, was arrested on Sunday and charged with robbing a cab driver in Buffalo, New York, according to Buffalo police.

Aussies level Ashes

Australia beat England by an innings and 80 runs to level the Ashes Series at Headingley.

Strauss not hitting the panic button

Reaction from the England camp after the fourth Ashes Test at Headingley.

Ponti Is One In A Million

Stotsford finished third as Gio Ponti lifted the Arlington Million on Saturday.

Harrington Ready For Tiger Tussle

Padraig Harrington is preparing to go into battle against Tiger Woods on Sunday.

England's Failings Exposed

Justin Langer produced a damning dossier written highlighting England's weaknesses.

Knights freefall as Eels power on

Newcastle&'s 2009 freefall reached terminal velocity on Sunday as the Knights crashed out of the NRL top eight with a 40-8 loss to a Parramatta side whose bubble refuses to burst.

Jets get season off the ground

Newcastle Jets super-subs Jason Naidovski and Sean Rooney came to the rescue as the Jets stole a 3-2 A-League win over Wellington Phoenix at EnergyAustralia Stadium.

Magic day for slick Swans

Adam Goodes turned on a football clinic as Sydney Swans celebrated Michael O'Loughlin's 300th AFL game with a 55-point win against Richmond at the MCG.