Cricket heads delay Zimbabwe vote

A vote on whether Zimbabwe should be suspended from the International Cricket Council is postponed until Thursday.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 2 Jul 2008 | 12:06 pm

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Source: ESPN.com | 2 Jul 2008 | 11:48 am

Wimbledon failure was biggest regret, admits Henin (AFP)

Justine Henin is seen here in May 2008 at the Belgian press conference where she announced her shock decision to quit tennis. Speaking on www.laureus.com, Henin has admitted that failure to win Wimbledon was her biggest regret.(AFP/BELGA/File/Virginie Lefour-Benoit Doppagne)AFP - Justine Henin, who rocked tennis by her shock decision to quit on the eve of the French Open, admitted on Wednesday that failure to win Wimbledon was her biggest regret.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 2 Jul 2008 | 11:42 am

Vaughan 'will make England squad'

England captain Michael Vaughan will be named in the squad for the first Test against South Africa despite a knee injury.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 2 Jul 2008 | 11:30 am

Rodriguez to skip Home Run Derby at Yankee Stadium (AP)

AP - Yankees slugger Alex Rodriguez will skip the All-Star Home Run Derby at Yankee Stadium later this month, choosing to protect his finely tuned swing.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 2 Jul 2008 | 11:29 am

Garza beats Wakefield, Rays down Red Sox again (AP)

Tampa Bay Rays' Dioner Navarro, left, celebrates with pitcher Grant Balfour after closing out the Boston Red Sox in the ninth inning of a baseball game on Tuesday, July 1, 2008, in St. Petersburg, Fla. The Rays defeated the Red Sox 3-1. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)AP - Matt Garza pitched seven strong innings in his first outing since throwing a one-hitter, and the Tampa Bay Rays beat Boston and nemesis Tim Wakefield 3-1 on Tuesday night.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 2 Jul 2008 | 11:21 am

Federer leads off men's quarterfinals at Wimbledon (AP)

Defending champion Roger Federer waves to the crowd, after defeating Australia's Lleyton Hewitt in their Men's Singles,  fourth round match on the Centre Court at Wimbledon, Monday, June 30, 2008. (AP Photo/Anja Niedringhaus)AP - The men's quarterfinals at Wimbledon are scheduled today and for the first time at a Grand Slam in the 40-year history of the Open era, all eight quarterfinalists are from Europe.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 2 Jul 2008 | 11:20 am

Spain leaps to top of FIFA rankings

Spain leapt to the top of FIFA's rankings after winning Euro 2008, with Brazil and Argentina shoved out of the top three.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 2 Jul 2008 | 11:15 am

Magpies sign Argentine Gutierrez

Newcastle capture Argentina winger Jonas Gutierrez from Real Mallorca on a five-year deal for an undisclosed fee.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 2 Jul 2008 | 11:04 am

Wimbledon quarterfinals on ESPN2, 360.com

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Spain top rankings after Euro win

Spain head Fifa's world rankings for the first time after triumphing at Euro 2008 in style.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 2 Jul 2008 | 10:56 am

Spain welcomed by royals; Aragones predicts more

European champion Spain continued its homecoming celebrations with royal flair Tuesday, as departing coach Luis Aragones predicted the wait for the next trophy will be much shorter than 44 years.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 2 Jul 2008 | 10:53 am

Spain top FIFA world rankings (AFP)

Spain players hold the trophy as they celebrate winning their Euro 2008 final against Germany on June 29 in Vienna. Spain's win over Germany has hoisted the country to top spot in the FIFA world rankings for the first time.(AFP/DDP/File/Thomas Lohnes)AFP - Spain's win on Sunday in the Euro 2008 final over Germany has hoisted the country to top spot in the FIFA world rankings for the first time.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 2 Jul 2008 | 10:20 am

France coach Domenech to learn future

Raymond Domenech will soon learn if he keeps his job after France's embarrassing first-round exit from Euro 2008.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 2 Jul 2008 | 10:00 am

Liverpool increase bid for Barry

Liverpool increase their offer for Aston Villa's Gareth Barry to around £15m.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 2 Jul 2008 | 9:47 am

Court says Rabobank right to sack Rasmussen

AMSTERDAM (Reuters) - A Dutch court has ruled that Danish cyclist Michael Rasmussen was justifiably sacked by former team Rabobank during last year's Tour de France, Dutch news agency ANP...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 2 Jul 2008 | 9:13 am

Domenech receives strong backing before job verdict

PARIS (Reuters) - France coach Raymond Domenech, who will find out on Thursday whether his team's disappointing Euro 2008 campaign has cost him his job, can at least rely on a few powerful...
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Le Tallec exits Reds for Le Mans

Liverpool midfielder Anthony Le Tallec joins Le Mans after a loan spell at the French club.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 2 Jul 2008 | 9:04 am

F1 needs British GP, says Webber

Formula One should protect its traditional venues such as Silverstone, according to Red Bull driver Mark Webber.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 2 Jul 2008 | 8:59 am

European champions Spain move top of world rankings

BERNE (Reuters) - Newly crowned European champions Spain have climbed to the top of latest world rankings published by world soccer's governing body FIFA on Wednesday.
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 2 Jul 2008 | 8:32 am

Coughlin Again Lowers Backstroke Record

Natalie Coughlin broke the 100-meter backstroke world record for the second consecutive day, becoming the first woman to swim under 59 seconds.


Source: NYT > Sports | 2 Jul 2008 | 8:10 am

Man City set to confirm Jo deal

Man City will announce Brazilian striker Jo as their record signing in an £18m deal on Wednesday.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 2 Jul 2008 | 8:06 am

For Leading Man, Another Top Performance

Michael Phelps, who is playing Mark Spitz in this year’s remake of the 1972 trials, is the personality driving swimming’s popularity in America.


Source: NYT > Sports | 2 Jul 2008 | 8:05 am

Live - Wimbledon day nine

Rain brings the players off at Wimbledon with Britain's Andy Murray preparing to face Rafael Nadal in the quarter-finals later on.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 2 Jul 2008 | 7:36 am

Franchitti loses drive in Nascar

Dario Franchitti loses his Nascar drive after owner Chip Ganassi shuts down the Scot's team because of a lack of sponsorship.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 2 Jul 2008 | 7:32 am

It's Hoff vs. Coughlin at US Olympic swim trials

Katie Hoff and Natalie Coughlin usually dominate their events in the pool. But the indefatigable teenager and the highly decorated Olympian rarely swim against each other. That changes...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 2 Jul 2008 | 7:18 am

New Zealand's Leonard faces extended spell on sidelines

WELLINGTON (Reuters) - New Zealand scrumhalf Brendon Leonard is facing an extended stint on the sidelines because of complications with his injured knee.
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 2 Jul 2008 | 7:18 am

Serena Williams eyes Wimbledon final against Venus

Don't tell Serena Williams that sister Venus is the one to beat at Wimbledon. "I would never sit here and say she's the favorite when I'm still in the draw," she said, bristling at the...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 2 Jul 2008 | 7:06 am

Angels put rally caps on in win


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 2 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Angels' Kelvim Escobar probably out for season


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 2 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Venus Williams and Serena Williams hold each other in high regard


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 2 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Lakers interested in James Posey, Brent Barry


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 2 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Natalie Coughlin, Aaron Peirsol set world records in backstroke


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Anderson comes alive after a little pep talk


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Landing Davis is a Sterling moment for Clippers' organization


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 2 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

NFL rookie symposium is standing room only


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 2 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Landing Davis is a Sterling moment for Clippers' organization


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Jeff Kent gets it back for Dodgers in 7-6 victory


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NFL rookie symposium is standing room only


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Lakers interested in James Posey, Brent Barry


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Angels put rally caps on in win


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Clippers step it up, agree to terms with Baron Davis


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 2 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Jeff Kent gets it back for Dodgers in 7-6 victory


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 2 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Venus Williams and Serena Williams hold each other in high regard


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Natalie Coughlin, Aaron Peirsol set world records in backstroke


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 2 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Anderson comes alive after a little pep talk


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 2 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Clippers step it up, agree to terms with Baron Davis


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Clippers believe they'll land Baron Davis


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Zimbabwe board likely to avoid ICC ban

NEW DELHI (Reuters) - The International Cricket Council (ICC) is not expected to bow to demands that the Zimbabwe national board be banned but the organisation is set to discuss a possible...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 2 Jul 2008 | 6:50 am

Rodriguez to skip Home Run Derby at Yankee Stadium

Yankees slugger Alex Rodriguez will skip the All-Star Home Run Derby at Yankee Stadium next month, choosing to protect his finely tuned swing. The reigning AL MVP participated in three...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 2 Jul 2008 | 6:47 am

Franchitti's team shut down due to lack of funds

Co-owner Chip Ganassi has ceased operation of Dario Franchitti's race team because of a lack of sponsorship.
Source: ESPN.com | 2 Jul 2008 | 6:45 am

Venus, Serena dominate, reach Wimbledon semis

The Williams sisters moved closer to another Wimbledon final Tuesday, using their power tennis to cruise into the semifinals in straight sets.
Source: ESPN.com | 2 Jul 2008 | 6:43 am

UN chief's high praise for Bird's Nest stadium

UN chief Ban Ki-moon Wednesday hailed China's preparations for the Beijing Olympics after visiting the "most impressive" Bird's Nest stadium. "This is really fantastic, (the)
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Ramirez, Cabrera come through, lift ChiSox in 10

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Source: ESPN.com | 2 Jul 2008 | 6:26 am

Guerrero sparks Angels' late rally past Athletics

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Source: ESPN.com | 2 Jul 2008 | 6:22 am

Eight Chinese drug cheats banned: official media

Eight Chinese athletes have been banned after being found guilty of taking performance enhancing drugs during a crackdown ahead of the Beijing Olympics, state press reported on Wednesday.
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 2 Jul 2008 | 6:05 am

A Personal Call to a Prosthetic Invention

Van Phillips may get to see athletes compete in the Summer Olympics using the Cheetah foot, a carbon graphite prosthetic he invented.


Source: NYT > Sports | 2 Jul 2008 | 5:53 am

Kelli Anderson: U.S. depth bodes well in Olympics

The U.S. men haven't won gold in the 200 freestyle since 1976. But an impressive field led by Michael Phelps may change that in Beijing, writes Kelli Anderson.


Source: SI.com | 2 Jul 2008 | 5:44 am

Mets 7, Cardinals 4: For Mets, a Framework That They Can Build On

The Mets’ starting pitching backed Tony Armas Jr.’s first appearance of the season with 14 hits and 7 consecutive runs in storming back from an early three-run deficit.


Source: NYT > Sports | 2 Jul 2008 | 5:35 am

Rangers 3, Yankees 2: On Night Pitchers Need Lift, Yanks’ Bats Are Far Too Quiet

It was another frustrating game at the plate for the Yankees, who used five pitchers against the burly offense of the Texas Rangers for their third defeat in a row.


Source: NYT > Sports | 2 Jul 2008 | 5:35 am

Williams Sisters Are One Step From Family Reunion in Final

Serena Williams defeated Agnieszka Radwanska to move into the semifinals, where she will join her sister, Venus.


Source: NYT > Sports | 2 Jul 2008 | 5:26 am

Deal Struck as Hall Receives Home Run Ball Hit by Bonds

Marc Ecko, the owner of Barry Bonds’s record-setting 756th home run ball, has donated the artifact to the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum.


Source: NYT > Sports | 2 Jul 2008 | 5:20 am

Marichal and Spahn Dueled a Complete Game and a Half

Former San Francisco Giants pitcher Juan Marichal was once involved in an incredible series of no-hitters.


Source: NYT > Sports | 2 Jul 2008 | 5:20 am

Duhon, Free From Bulls, Visits the Knicks

Chicago Bulls’ Chris Duhon visited the Knicks’ suburban training center, making him the early favorite to eventually succeed Stephon Marbury.


Source: NYT > Sports | 2 Jul 2008 | 5:19 am

Davis’s Move to Clippers Gives the League a Jolt

There are reports that the Los Angeles Clippers would pursue Baron Davis, who shocked the Golden State Warriors when he opted out of his contract late Monday night.


Source: NYT > Sports | 2 Jul 2008 | 5:16 am

Caps go off: Re-sign D Green, add G Theodore

The Washington Capitals re-signed defenseman Mike Green and signed goalie Jose Theodore on Tuesday.
Source: ESPN.com | 2 Jul 2008 | 4:59 am

Garza's gem leads red-hot Rays past Red Sox

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Source: ESPN.com | 2 Jul 2008 | 4:51 am

Davis on verge of long-term deal with Clippers

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Source: SI.com | 2 Jul 2008 | 4:39 am

Hardy homers twice as Brewers beat Diamondbacks (AP)

Arizona Diamondbacks' Randy Johnson walks off the field in the middle of the second inning after giving up six runs to the Milwaukee Brewers in the first two innings of a baseball game Tuesday, July 1, 2008, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)AP - J.J. Hardy homered twice and the Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks 8-6 on Tuesday night, handing Randy Johnson his sixth straight loss.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 2 Jul 2008 | 4:28 am

After debate, Bonds' 756 HR ball makes it to Hall

Now branded with an asterisk, the ball Barry Bonds launched for his record 756th home run nearly a year ago landed Tuesday night in the Hall of Fame.
Source: ESPN.com | 2 Jul 2008 | 4:25 am

Twins continue hot play, top Tigers to win 12 of 14

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Source: ESPN.com | 2 Jul 2008 | 4:23 am

Baron Davis on verge of signing with Clippers (AP)

AP - Baron Davis is on his way home.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 2 Jul 2008 | 4:18 am

Handing out midseason baseball awards

Lance Berkman and Tim Lincecum aren't on contending teams. But they make Tom Verducci's list as he passes out his awards for the first half of the season.


Source: SI.com | 2 Jul 2008 | 4:17 am

Campbell lands in Chicago on busy NHL spending day (AP)

In this May 2, 2008 file photo, San Jose Sharks defenseman Brian Campbell skates during Game 5 of a Western Conference semifinal playoff hockey series against the Dallas Stars in San Jose, Calif. The NHL free agent shopping season opens with big-name players such as Jaromir Jagr, Mats Sundin and Brian Campbell available on the open market. Traditionally, lucrative deals with star players come together quickly in the first few days of bidding. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez, File)AP - The spending on NHL free agents started Tuesday morning and hadn't stopped well into the evening. And the surprising part was, marquee players such as Marian Hossa, Jaromir Jagr and Mats Sundin still hadn't decided what team would shower them with riches.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 2 Jul 2008 | 4:10 am

Venus, Serena advance to Wimbledon semifinal

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Source: SI.com | 2 Jul 2008 | 4:02 am

Bonds' 756th homer ball lands in Hall, finally (AP)

In this Sept. 26, 2007 file photo, fashion designer Marc Ecko holds the baseball hit by San Francisco Giants Barry Bonds for his record-breaking 756th home during Ecko's appearance on the NBC 'Today' television program in New York.  The ball that Barry Bonds launched for his record-breaking 756th home run won't land in the Hall of Fame. The Hall announced Tuesday July 1, 2008 that talks with Ecko, who bought the souvenir for more than $750,000 last September, had 'unfortunately reached an impasse.'  (AP Photo/Richard Drew, File)AP - Now branded with an asterisk, the ball Barry Bonds launched for his record 756th home run nearly a year ago landed Tuesday night in the Hall of Fame.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 2 Jul 2008 | 4:02 am

Franchitti's team shut down due to lack of funds

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Source: SI.com | 2 Jul 2008 | 2:59 am

Blackhawks sign D Campbell to eight-year deal

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Source: SI.com | 2 Jul 2008 | 12:56 am

Bonds' 756th HR lands in Hall of Fame -- finally

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Source: SI.com | 2 Jul 2008 | 12:42 am

Ruud Gullit talks about L.A., Landon and U.S. Soccer

Galaxy coach Ruud Gullit sits down with Keith Costigan to discuss moving to Los Angeles, Landon Donovan and the U.S. youth setup.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 2 Jul 2008 | 12:30 am

Longtime college coach John Pont dies at 80 (AP)

AP - John Pont, who guided Indiana to its only Rose Bowl appearance 40 years ago and also coached at Northwestern, Yale and Miami of Ohio, died Tuesday. He was 80.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 2 Jul 2008 | 12:29 am

How 'Tiny' Tim Lincecum became a pitching Giant

As if peering around a corner, the Freak tilts his head slightly to the left as he begins his explosive, homemade pitching delivery. What lurks around that corner is either greatness or danger, which makes tiny Tim Lincecum, all 172 pounds of him, the most fascinating pitcher in baseball. Not since Mark (the Bird) Fidrych spoke to baseballs, manicured mounds and baffled hitters more than 30 years ago has a pitcher been this consistent and this captivating from the start of his career. Lincecum does not throw a baseball as much as he launches it, 98-mph rockets somehow expelled, with finely tuned kinetic energy, from a batboy's body. He scares hitters and scouts alike.


Source: SI.com | 2 Jul 2008 | 12:20 am

All doping tests at Euro 2008 were negative

All doping tests conducted before and during last month's European Championship were negative, an Austrian anti-doping official said Tuesday.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 1 Jul 2008 | 11:32 pm

Agent: Paul closing in on extension with Hornets

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Source: SI.com | 1 Jul 2008 | 10:25 pm

Now that Euro 2008 is done, the World Cup takes over

EuroTRECKER: There's not much time to look back at Euro 2008 with World Cup qualifying right around the bend.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 1 Jul 2008 | 7:39 pm

Ancic gets shot to repeat history against Federer

The last player to beat Roger Federer at Wimbledon has a law degree, wrote a thesis about the men's tour and cracked the top 10 two years ago at age 22.


Source: Tennis News: CBSSports.com | 1 Jul 2008 | 6:00 pm

Phillies' Chase Utley

Latest in a series of scouting reports provided to SI.com by the network of former scouts, players, coaches and executives at the Baseline Group. See below for past reports.


Source: SI.com | 1 Jul 2008 | 4:22 pm

Lippi takes over as Italy coach again

A refreshed Marcello Lippi was presented as Italy's coach again Tuesday, less than two years after winning the World Cup.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 1 Jul 2008 | 4:20 pm

Four-time champ Venus Williams rolls to Wimbledon semis

The Williams sisters moved closer to another Wimbledon final Tuesday, using their power tennis to cruise into the semifinals in straight sets.


Source: Tennis News: CBSSports.com | 1 Jul 2008 | 2:53 pm