Ronaldo to undergo ankle surgery

Manchester United winger Cristiano Ronaldo will have surgery on his ankle on Monday and may miss the start of the new season.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 7 Jul 2008 | 10:52 am

Nadal dethrones Federer in five-set Wimbledon epic (AP)

Rafael Nadal of Spain returns the ball to Roger Federer of Switzerland during their finals match at the Wimbledon tennis championships in London July 6, 2008. REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque (BRITAIN)AP - With darkness enveloping Centre Court and the clock showing 9:15 p.m., Rafael Nadal watched as Roger Federer's errant forehand settled into the net, ending what might have been the greatest men's final on the greatest stage in tennis.



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Live - Tour de France stage three

Britain's Mark Cavendish is gunning for a stage victory on day three of the Tour de France.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 7 Jul 2008 | 10:35 am

Ballack cool on new Chelsea deal

Michael Ballack insists he is in no rush to sign a new Chelsea contract, despite having only a year left on his current deal.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 7 Jul 2008 | 9:51 am

Cech backs Scolari for Chelsea success

Chelsea goalkeeper Petr Cech has backed newly-appointed boss Luiz Felipe Scolari to lead the Blues to success.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 7 Jul 2008 | 9:41 am

Ballack patient over new contract

Chelsea midfielder Michael Ballack has said he is in no rush to sign a new contract with Chelsea, but insists that he is keen to stay at Stamford Bridge. The Blues are...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 7 Jul 2008 | 9:38 am

Scolari says it's fantastic to finally be at Chelsea

Chelsea manager Luiz Felipe Scolari on Sunday toured the club's training facility, a day before he takes charge of the players for the first time.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 7 Jul 2008 | 9:35 am

Ballack won't rush new deal

Chelsea midfielder Michael Ballack insists there is no rush to sign a new deal at Stamford Bridge, despite there being only one-year left on his current contract.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 7 Jul 2008 | 9:33 am

Nadal is world's number one, say Spanish media

MADRID (Reuters) - The Spanish media have proclaimed Rafael Nadal the best player in the world after his epic final victory over Roger Federer at Wimbledon.
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 7 Jul 2008 | 9:19 am

Crouch poised for Pompey switch

England striker Peter Crouch is set to undergo a medical at Portsmouth before completing his move from Liverpool.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 7 Jul 2008 | 8:43 am

Ponting may miss Champions Trophy

Australia captain Ricky Ponting could be sidelined for the ICC Champions Trophy in September after having surgery on a wrist injury.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 7 Jul 2008 | 8:19 am

Hill-Wood: No Adebayor sale

Arsenal chairman Peter Hill-Wood insists the club have no intention of selling Emmanuel Adebayor — at any price.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 7 Jul 2008 | 7:51 am

Blues deny making offer for Kaka

Chelsea have reportedly denied suggestions they have made a move for AC Milan striker Kaka.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 7 Jul 2008 | 7:31 am

Monday's gossip column

Inter make £6.5m bid for Lampard, plus other rumours
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 7 Jul 2008 | 7:27 am

Rehearsal over for Phelps: Now it's on to Beijing

The rehearsal is over. Now Michael Phelps, Katie Hoff, Natalie Coughlin and Ryan Lochte are taking their show on the road to the Beijing Olympics. The quartet was idle on the final night
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 7 Jul 2008 | 7:14 am

Chelsea play down Kaka bid claims

Chelsea reject claims from AC Milan that the Blues made an "astronomical" offer for their Brazil star Kaka.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 7 Jul 2008 | 7:13 am

ICC could switch Champions Trophy

The Champions Trophy could be moved from Pakistan to Sri Lanka in September because of security concerns.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 7 Jul 2008 | 7:10 am

Nadal dethrones Federer in five-set Wimbledon epic

With darkness enveloping Centre Court and the clock showing 9:15 p.m., Rafael Nadal watched as Roger Federer's errant forehand settled into the net, ending what might have been the greatest
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 7 Jul 2008 | 7:07 am

Real not confident about United selling Ronaldo

Real Madrid president Ramon Calderon is ready to begin transfer talks with Manchester United over Cristiano Ronaldo, but is not confident about signing the winger even if Manchester United consents.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 7 Jul 2008 | 7:04 am

Baseball teams love their statues


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

Dodgers are paying attention and it's paying off


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Dara Torres sets it up at age 41


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Digital technology to play major role in Olympics


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Nadal makes it a dark day for Federer at Wimbledon


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Track trials make the tough on U.S. team even tougher


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Jon Garland's complete game leads Angels over Blue Jays


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Mando Ramos, 59; promising boxer's career cut short by alcohol and drug abuse


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Digital technology to play major role in Olympics


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

Jon Garland's complete game leads Angels over Blue Jays


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Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer carve a Wimbledon gem


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Candace Parker has 31 as Sparks beat Mercury, 91-80


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Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer carve a Wimbledon gem


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Venus and Serena Williams eye Beijing


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Lopez Lomong's long journey will continue in Beijing


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Mary Deck Slaney bounces back after 'nightmare' moment


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Baseball teams love their statues


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Nadal makes it a dark day for Federer at Wimbledon


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

Track trials make the tough on U.S. team even tougher


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Lopez Lomong's long journey will continue in Beijing


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Huntelaar drops United hint

Manchester United are "very interested" in signing Ajax striker Klaas-Jan Huntelaar, according to the player.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 7 Jul 2008 | 6:51 am

Lagat Wins With Tactical Race

Bernard Lagat won the 1,500 meters at the U.S. Olympic track and field trials, becoming the meet’s only double winner and cementing his status as a favorite at the Beijing Games.


Source: NYT > Sports | 7 Jul 2008 | 6:51 am

Five newcomers make up Australian Olympic triathlon team

Australia will send five first-time Olympians in an all-new triathlon team for next month's Beijing Games, the Australian Olympic Committee said Monday. Commonwealth champion
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 7 Jul 2008 | 6:38 am

Auto Racing Roundup: Hamilton at Home in British Grand Prix

Lewis Hamilton mastered wild and wet racing conditions Sunday to score a runaway victory in the British Grand Prix, throwing the Formula One drivers championship wide open.


Source: NYT > Sports | 7 Jul 2008 | 5:35 am

Flaws Are Revealed at Unforgiving Trials

The swim team that the United States will send to Beijing next month challenges the perceived limitations of versatility, age and superstardom.


Source: NYT > Sports | 7 Jul 2008 | 5:33 am

Yanks get best of Papelbon, Red Sox in 10 innings

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Source: ESPN.com | 7 Jul 2008 | 5:29 am

Wimbledon: Nadal Ends Federer’s Reign at Wimbledon

Rafael Nadal defeated Roger Federer Sunday in a five-set match that stretched for nearly five hours, bringing Federer’s streak of victories at Wimbledon to an end.


Source: NYT > Sports | 7 Jul 2008 | 5:26 am

Gay slowed for two weeks after athletics trials but looks to London and Beijing

World champion Tyson Gay suffered a left hamstring strain in his collapse at the US Olympic Track and Field Trials and will not resume top-speed training for two weeks, his manager said...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 7 Jul 2008 | 5:24 am

Grinder Earns Place in All-Star Spotlight

Kevin Youkilis has been one of the Red Sox’ unsung heroes, delivering a steady stream of base hits and manning either corner of the infield with Gold Glove-caliber defense.


Source: NYT > Sports | 7 Jul 2008 | 5:20 am

Red Sox and Cubs Have 7 All-Stars Each

A record seven Chicago Cubs were joined by seven Boston stars when rosters were announced Sunday for the July 15 event at Yankee Stadium.


Source: NYT > Sports | 7 Jul 2008 | 5:20 am

Damon Goes on D.L. for First Time

Johnny Damon’s damaged left shoulder will put him on the disabled list for the first time in his 14-year career.


Source: NYT > Sports | 7 Jul 2008 | 5:19 am

Wagner Isn’t Able to Celebrate His All-Star Selection

Billy Wagner, the only Met named outright to the All-Star team, converted six straight save opportunities before Sunday.


Source: NYT > Sports | 7 Jul 2008 | 5:19 am

Mets 4, Phillies 2: On a Dreary Day, the Mets Climb Closer to the Light

After a rain delay, the Mets avoided another devastating loss in a season filled with them, thanks to Fernando Tatis and Joe Smith.


Source: NYT > Sports | 7 Jul 2008 | 5:18 am

National League Roundup: Hardy Homers Twice for Streaking Brewers

J. J. Hardy hit two home runs a day after his 16-game hitting streak ended to lead the Milwaukee Brewers to an 11-6 win and a three-game sweep against the Pittsburgh Pirates at home on Sunday.


Source: NYT > Sports | 7 Jul 2008 | 5:14 am

Lionheart Nadal dethrones Federer in Wimbledon epic (AFP)

Switzerland's Roger Federer waves to spectators holding his runner-up trophy after being defeated by Spain's Rafael Nadal during their final match of the 2008 Wimbledon championships at The All England Tennis Club, on July 6. Nadal won 6-4, 6-4, 6-7, 6-7, 9-7.(AFP/Adrian Dennis)AFP - Rafael Nadal dethroned five-time champion Roger Federer as king of Wimbledon on Sunday with an epic 6-4, 6-4, 6-7 (5/7), 6-7 (8/10), 9-7 win in one of the greatest Grand Slam finals of all time.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 7 Jul 2008 | 5:06 am

Sources: Indians agree to deal Sabathia to Brewers

The Brewers and the Cleveland Indians agreed to a deal for the reigning C.C. Sabathia on Sunday, according to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.
Source: ESPN.com | 7 Jul 2008 | 4:55 am

Battered Wallabies get feel for rugby Tri-Nations: media

The Wallabies, licking their wounds after winning the match but not the fight against France, got a sneak preview of what lies ahead in the Tri-Nations over the coming weeks, newspapers...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 7 Jul 2008 | 4:45 am

Brewers complete trade for Sabathia

The Milwaukee Brewers greatly enhanced their postseason chances by completing a blockbuster trade for star lefthander C.C. Sabathia in a deal that will be announced Monday, SI.com has confirmed.


Source: SI.com | 7 Jul 2008 | 4:16 am

Wimbledon at a glance

A look at Wimbledon on Sunday: Attendance: 28,599. Last year: 26,101. Weather: Scattered showers. High of 68 degrees (20 C). Sunday's Men's Final: No. 2 Rafael Nadal beat No. 1...
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Baseball roundup: XXX's action on the diamonds HED IS 47

Backup catcher allows go-ahead run as Tigers outlast Mariners 2-1 Jamie Burke went from catching pitches to throwing them himself Sunday - and though he was tagged with the loss, he...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 7 Jul 2008 | 4:11 am

Gardner's RBI in 10th lifts Yankees past Red Sox

Rookie Brett Gardner singled home the winning run off Jonathan Papelbon with two outs in the 10th inning, and the New York Yankees overcame a two-run deficit to beat the Boston Red Sox 5-4...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 7 Jul 2008 | 4:03 am

Gardner's RBI in 10th lifts Yankees past Red Sox (AP)

New York Yankees hitting coach Kevin Long, left, and Mariano Rivera, right, congratulate Brett Gardner after he hit the game-winning RBI single off Boston Red Sox's Jonathan Papelbon in the 10th inning of a baseball game at Yankee Stadium in New York, Sunday, July 6, 2008. The Yankees won 5-4. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)AP - Rookie Brett Gardner singled home the winning run off Jonathan Papelbon with two outs in the 10th inning, and the New York Yankees overcame a two-run deficit to beat the Boston Red Sox 5-4 Sunday night for a four-game split.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 7 Jul 2008 | 4:03 am

Fans show Red Sox, Cubs love in All-Star voting

A record seven Chicago Cubs were joined by seven Boston stars when rosters were announced Sunday for the July 15 event at Yankee Stadium.
Source: ESPN.com | 7 Jul 2008 | 3:44 am

Fans show Red Sox, Cubs love in All-Star voting

A record seven Chicago Cubs were joined by seven Boston stars when rosters were announced Sunday for the July 15 event at Yankee Stadium.
Source: ESPN.com | 7 Jul 2008 | 3:44 am

Fifty parting shots after a spectacular men's final

In an absolutely epic final, Rafael Nadal dethroned Roger Federer 6-4, 6-4, 6-7, 6-7, 9-7. SI.com's Jon Wertheim shares his parting shots from Wimbledon.


Source: SI.com | 7 Jul 2008 | 3:40 am

Brewers close in on deal for Indians ace Sabathia (AP)

Cleveland Indians' C.C. Sabathia pitches to a Chicago White Sox batter during the first inning of a baseball game Wednesday, July 2, 2008, in Chicago. (AP Photo/M. Spencer Green)AP - The Brewers are extremely close to a deal to acquire Indians ace C.C. Sabathia in a trade that bolsters their rotation for a playoff push, a person with direct knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 7 Jul 2008 | 3:34 am

Teixeira's single in 17th pushes Braves by Astros

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Source: ESPN.com | 7 Jul 2008 | 3:30 am

Torres, 41, sets American record in 50 freestyle

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Source: SI.com | 7 Jul 2008 | 3:29 am

Ackles, B.C. Lions president and CEO, dies at 69

Bob Ackles, the one-time B.C. Lions water boy who became the CFL team's president and chief executive officer, died Sunday after having a heart attack. He was 69.
Source: ESPN.com | 7 Jul 2008 | 3:05 am

Dixon mistake lifts Hunter-Reay at Watkins Glen

Scott Dixon's bid for a fourth straight victory on the road course at Watkins Glen ended Sunday with an uncharacteristic mistake that gave Ryan Hunter-Reay the opening he needed to win.
Source: ESPN.com | 7 Jul 2008 | 3:00 am

Wild continue makeover, ink 16-year vet Nolan

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Source: SI.com | 7 Jul 2008 | 2:57 am

Tatis' two-run homer in 12th saves Wagner, Mets

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Source: ESPN.com | 7 Jul 2008 | 2:55 am

Torres sets another American mark to win 50 free

Dara Torres has set another American record at the U.S. Olympic swimming free trials, winning the 50-meter freestyle.


Source: ESPN.com | 7 Jul 2008 | 2:53 am

Nadal ends Federer's five-year grass reign

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Source: SI.com | 7 Jul 2008 | 2:50 am

Wild sign Owen Nolan to 2-year, $5.5 million deal (AP)

In this Jan. 30, 2008 file photo, Calgary Flames' Owen Nolan slides on his knees as he celebrates his third goal against the San Jose Sharks for a hat trick during third period NHL hockey action in Calgary. The 36-year-old Nolan signed a two-year, $5.5 million deal with the Minnesota Wild on Sunday. (AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Larry MacDougal, File)AP - Owen Nolan, the 36-year-old power forward who spent last season with the Calgary Flames, signed a two-year, $5.5 million deal with the Minnesota Wild on Sunday.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 7 Jul 2008 | 2:36 am

Cubs, Red Sox lead All-Star teams

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Source: SI.com | 7 Jul 2008 | 2:33 am

Reports: A-Rod's wife to file for divorce Monday

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Source: SI.com | 7 Jul 2008 | 2:18 am

Reports: A-Rod's wife to file for divorce (AP)

New York Yankees star Alex Rodriguez and his wife Cynthia watch the Shahar Peer and Nicole Vaidisova match at the US Open tennis tournament in New York, in this Sept. 1, 2007 file photo. Rodriguez and his wife have split less than three months after the birth of the couple's second daughter, according to a report in the New York Daily News Thursday July 3, 2008. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)AP - Alex Rodriguez's wife will file for divorce Monday, according to media reports. Cynthia Rodriguez, who married the New York Yankees star in 2002, said the marriage is over because of the All-Star third baseman's extramarital affairs, according to reports that appeared Sunday on the Web sites of Houston television station KTRK and The Miami Herald.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 7 Jul 2008 | 2:17 am

Teixeira's RBI single in 17th lifts Braves to win (AP)

Atlanta Braves Mark Teixeira, right, celebrates his game-winning RBI with Ruben Gotay after beating the Houston Astros 7-6 in the 17th inning of a baseball game, Sunday July 6, 2008, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Amis)AP - Mark Teixeira singled off the wall in left-center with the bases loaded in the 17th inning, giving the Atlanta Braves a 7-6 victory over the Houston Astros on Sunday in the longest game in Turner Field history.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 7 Jul 2008 | 1:56 am

Gay: I'll be 100 percent

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Source: SI.com | 7 Jul 2008 | 12:05 am

Seon Hwa Lee wins NW Arkansas Championship (AP)

Seon Hwa Lee, of South Korea, is drenched with champagne by fellow golfer Eun-Hee Ji, not pictured, as Lee holds the winner's trophy after having won the P&G Beauty Northwest Arkansas Championship golf tournament in Rogers, Ark., Sunday, July 6, 2008. Lee birded the 18th to win the event. (AP Photo/April L. Brown)AP - After a weekend of optimal scoring conditions, Seon Hwa Lee made one birdie on the back nine in the final round.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 7 Jul 2008 | 12:00 am

Bosox, Cubs each put 7 players on All-Star rosters (AP)

New York Yankees' Alex Rodriguez swings his bat with a weight on it during batting practice before the Yankees face the Boston Red Sox in the first game of a four-game baseball series at Yankee Stadium in New York, Thursday, July 3, 2008. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)AP - Maybe Manny Ramirez, Alfonso Soriano and the rest of the Boston Red Sox and Chicago Cubs should just play their own All-Star game.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 6 Jul 2008 | 11:56 pm

'I tried everything' -- but Federer falls to Nadal in all-timer

After an epic five-set victory in the Wimbledon final, Rafael Nadal says Roger Federer is 'still the best.' But Art Spander says as Nadal ends Federer's 65-match winning streak on grass, it's hard to make that argument anymore.


Source: Tennis News: CBSSports.com | 6 Jul 2008 | 11:09 pm

Nadal hails 'dream' Wimbledon win

Rafael Nadal describes winning his first Wimbledon title as "unbelievable" after a five-set win over Roger Federer.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 6 Jul 2008 | 10:35 pm

Australia secure series whitewash

Australia beat West Indies by 169 runs in the fifth and final one-day match to complete a series whitewash.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 6 Jul 2008 | 10:33 pm

Tour de France: Hushovd sprints to Stage 2 win

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Source: SI.com | 6 Jul 2008 | 10:02 pm

Ronaldo likely staying at Manchester - Real Madrid boss (AFP)

Real Madrid president Ramon Calderon said that Portuguese striker Cristiano Ronaldo, seen here, will likely stay at Manchester United next season because the English champions are not willing to let him go(AFP/File/Andrew Yates)AFP - Portuguese striker Cristiano Ronaldo will likely stay at Manchester United next season because the English champions are not willing to let him go, Real Madrid president Ramon Calderon said Sunday.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 6 Jul 2008 | 3:53 pm

Galliani - Ronaldinho rejected City

AC Milan vice-president Adriano Galliani claims Barcelona's Ronaldinho has rejected a move to Manchester City.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 6 Jul 2008 | 1:24 pm

Wenger frustrated by transfer system

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger admits the Gunners will have to sell their top players every year for the next two decades.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 6 Jul 2008 | 9:47 am