World Sports Headlines for July 18, 2008

Schuettler, Devilder, Del Potro into Austrian quarters

Second-seeded Rainer Schuettler rallied to beat Jan Hernych of the Czech Republic 2-6, 6-4, 7-5 Friday and reach the quarterfinals of the Austrian Open.

Source: Tennis News: CBSSports.com | 18 Jul 2008 | 1:08 pm

Vintage Norman stars at Birkdale

Two-time champion Greg Norman produces some sparkling golf to put himself firmly in the hunt for the Open title.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 18 Jul 2008 | 12:20 pm

Norman atop British Open leaderboard with 70 (AP)

AP - The Shark was atop the leaderboard at the British Open with Spider-Man right on his tail. Greg Norman shot his second straight 70 at treacherous Royal Birkdale on Friday, sinking testy putts at the final two holes to hang on as the only player at par midway through golf's oldest major championship.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 18 Jul 2008 | 12:20 pm

Chelsea players keen to impress

John Terry believes that Chelsea players will be fighting for a place in the starting line-up on the Blues' tour of China.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 18 Jul 2008 | 12:15 pm

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Source: ESPN.com | 18 Jul 2008 | 11:59 am

Moratti: Lampard not sure what to do

According to Inter Milan president Massimo Moratti, Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard is still unsure on his future.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 18 Jul 2008 | 11:58 am

Evans defending Tour lead in 13th stage

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Source: ESPN.com | 18 Jul 2008 | 11:36 am

New Delhi to host 2010 men's hockey World Cup

New Delhi will host field hockey's men's World Cup in 2010, the game's world governing body announced on Friday. International Hockey Federation (FIH) president Els Van Breda
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 18 Jul 2008 | 11:31 am

Double amputee sprinter not chosen for Games

Double-amputee sprinter Oscar Pistorius was not chosen Friday to be on South Africa's Olympic team for the Beijing Games.
Source: ESPN.com | 18 Jul 2008 | 11:21 am

Greg Norman leads in 2nd round of British Open

Greg Norman claimed the lead in the second round of the British Open. He birdied three holes on the front side to offset a double-bogey at the gargantuan sixth, leaving him as the only...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 18 Jul 2008 | 11:19 am

Live text - Tour de France

Cadel Evans continues in the yellow jersey as stage 13 takes the Tour from Narbonne to Nimes.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 18 Jul 2008 | 11:06 am

Hamilton on form in F1 practice

Lewis Hamilton is fastest in first practice at the German Grand Prix, with title rivals Felipe Massa and Kimi Raikkonen third and fifth.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 18 Jul 2008 | 11:03 am

Gers dealt double injury blow

Rangers have been dealt a double injury blow as Stevie Smith and Kyle Lafferty joined the casualty list.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 18 Jul 2008 | 11:02 am

Jones slams Gers' bid for Loovens

Cardiff boss Dave Jones has slammed Rangers' bid for defender Glenn Loovens away from the Welsh outfit, calling it "derogatory".
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 18 Jul 2008 | 10:55 am

For Rangers, First Stop on Schedule Is Prague

The N.H.L. released the season’s schedule under its new alignment. Teams will meet each team in its division six times instead of eight, and every team will play each other.

Source: NYT > Sports | 18 Jul 2008 | 10:54 am

Looser Olympic Security in Hong Kong

Hong Kong, the host to all six Olympic equestrian events, is promising a more relaxed approach than Beijing to security.

Source: NYT > Sports | 18 Jul 2008 | 10:54 am

British sprinter Chambers loses bid for High Court injunction

British sprinter Dwain Chambers lost his bid to compete in the Beijing Olympics after failing to get a temporary High Court injunction on Friday against his lifetime Olympic ban.
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 18 Jul 2008 | 10:52 am

Sprinter Dwain Chambers fails to overturn ban

British sprinter Dwain Chambers has failed in his bid to overturn a lifetime Olympic ban because of doping, and will not be able to compete at the Beijing Games. London's High Court...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 18 Jul 2008 | 10:49 am

Pistorius fails to make Olympics

Amputee runner Oscar Pistorius fails to make South Africa's team for the Beijing Olympics.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 18 Jul 2008 | 10:45 am

Chambers loses Olympic ban case

British sprinter Dwain Chambers will not run at the Olympics after he loses his attempt to overturn his lifetime ban.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 18 Jul 2008 | 10:33 am

Laxman could be banned from Notts

VVS Laxman may be banned from playing for Nottinghamshire due to BCCI's ruling regarding Indian Cricket League players.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 18 Jul 2008 | 10:32 am

Brown appointed Giants coach

Huddersfield Giants appoint Nathan Brown as their new head coach.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 18 Jul 2008 | 10:32 am

Cavendish backs doping crackdown

Mark Cavendish expresses his satisfaction that cycling's drug cheats continue to be exposed.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 18 Jul 2008 | 10:25 am

Weather fit for a Shark: Norman takes lead at Open

The flags around Royal Birkdale flapped in the stiff breeze Friday morning. A light mist fell from the gray clouds, which obscured any hint of the sun. Apparently, good weather for a Shark.
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 18 Jul 2008 | 10:13 am

Pistorius fails to make South African Olympic team

Double amputee runner Oscar Pistorius has failed to make South Africa's team for the Beijing Olympics. Athletics South Africa president Leonard Chuene said Friday that Pistorius would...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 18 Jul 2008 | 10:10 am

Columbus Crew 3-3 Kansas City Wizards

Guillermo Schelotto scored a goal and assisted on two others as the Columbus Crew drew 3-3 with Kansas City.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 18 Jul 2008 | 10:08 am

Ferguson confirms Berbatov bid

Alex Ferguson has confirmed that Manchester United have made Tottenham an offer for their Bulgaria striker Dimitar Berbatov. United manager Ferguson had already revealed he...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 18 Jul 2008 | 10:03 am

Live text - Open day two

Two-time champion Greg Norman rolls back the years to take the clubhouse lead in the second round at the 137th Open.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 18 Jul 2008 | 9:59 am

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Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 18 Jul 2008 | 9:52 am

Ferguson confirms Berbatov bid (AFP)

AFP - Alex Ferguson has confirmed that Manchester United have made Tottenham an offer for their Bulgaria striker Dimitar Berbatov.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 18 Jul 2008 | 9:40 am

Edwards signs new Yamaha MotoGP deal

American rider Colin Edwards has signed a one year extension to his contract with Yamaha Tech3, the French team announced on Friday. The announcement came ahead of Edwards'...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 18 Jul 2008 | 9:36 am

Live text - England v South Africa

South Africa reduce England to 70-3 at lunch on day one of the second Test at Headingley.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 18 Jul 2008 | 9:31 am

Barca don't want Messi in Olympics

Barcelona are looking to prevent Argentine midfield sensation Lionel Messi from going to the Olympics Games.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 18 Jul 2008 | 9:20 am

Red Sox's slugger Ortiz homers in rehab start

The crowd began chanting "Papi!" and David Ortiz responded, slamming a 1-2 pitch into the visitors' bullpen in his rehab debut in Pawtucket on Thursday night as he tries to work his way back from a wrist...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 18 Jul 2008 | 8:53 am

Harrington, wrist survive first round of Open (AP)

AP - Nursing an injured right wrist, Padraig Harrington woke up Thursday wondering whether it might be too painful to swing a golf club, let alone make a strong defense of his British Open title.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 18 Jul 2008 | 8:52 am

Red Sox's slugger Ortiz homers in rehab start

The crowd began chanting "Papi!" and David Ortiz responded, slamming a 1-2 pitch into the visitors' bullpen in his rehab debut in Pawtucket on Thursday night as he tries to work his way...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 18 Jul 2008 | 8:50 am

Red Sox's slugger Ortiz homers in rehab start (AP)

AP - The crowd began chanting "Papi!" and David Ortiz responded, slamming a 1-2 pitch into the visitors' bullpen in his rehab debut in Pawtucket on Thursday night as he tries to work his way back from a wrist injury that has kept him out of the lineup since May 31.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 18 Jul 2008 | 8:50 am

Springboks prepare for rugby battle

South African coach Peter de Villiers declared war on the Wallabies Friday ahead of their crucial Tri-Nations Test at Subiaco Oval. As storms lashed Perth during the final...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 18 Jul 2008 | 8:49 am

Gamecocks' Spurrier says he's not going anywhere (AP)

AP - Steve Spurrier laughed off questions about speculation that he's grown frustrated with trying to build South Carolina into a championship contender and could walk away from the Gamecocks before his contract runs out.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 18 Jul 2008 | 8:48 am

Peavy allows 4 solo homers in loss to Cardinals (AP)

AP - Troy Glaus hit two homers and Rick Ankiel and Joe Mather added one each all off San Diego's Jake Peavy and the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Padres 4-3 on Thursday night.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 18 Jul 2008 | 8:47 am

Vikings won't comment on charges about Brett Favre (AP)

AP - The Minnesota Vikings declined Thursday to talk about allegations by the Green Bay Packers that they made inappropriate contact with quarterback Brett Favre. Vikings spokesman Bob Hagan issued a two-sentence statement on Thursday. It said the Vikings "are not commenting on the issue. These types of matters are handled by the league."

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 18 Jul 2008 | 8:45 am

A's trade Blanton to Phillies for minor leaguers (AP)

AP - The Oakland Athletics traded away their second starting pitcher this month, dealing burly right-hander Joe Blanton to the Philadelphia Phillies for three minor leaguers on Thursday.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 18 Jul 2008 | 8:44 am

Mets beat Reds for 10th straight win; take first (AP)

AP - David Wright's two-run homer in the ninth inning rallied the Mets to their 10th straight victory Thursday night, a 10-8 win over the Cincinnati Reds that moved once-languishing New York back into first place in the NL East.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 18 Jul 2008 | 8:43 am

Brazil Olympic team to play friendly in Vietnam

The Brazilian team will play a friendly against Vietnam next month before going to Beijing in quest of its first Olympic football gold medal.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 18 Jul 2008 | 7:09 am

Sacramone Is Still Waiting for That Call

On Saturday night, Alicia Sacramone will find out whether she has made the United States Olympic gymnastics team for the first time.

Source: NYT > Sports | 18 Jul 2008 | 7:03 am

Former Bruin Chase Utley trying to follow in Jackie Robinson's footsteps

Text messages from press row ...

Second baseman Chase Utley of the Philadelphia Phillies, a former UCLA and Long Beach Poly High star, is stalking a baseball immortal. ...
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 18 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Division is there for the taking for Dodgers

They are below .500, but so is every other team in the National League West.

Asked about the standings in the National League West, Mark Sweeney shook his head and recalled the 2005 season.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 18 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Rocco Mediate (69) shares lead at windy British Open

Graeme McDowell and Robert Allenby are co-leaders after gusty, rainy morning makes for a difficult start.

SOUTHPORT, England -- Funny, they said the winner of the 137th British Open might deserve an asterisk because of Tiger Woods' absence. Now it seems he'll deserve a hot meal, a warm bath, a thick blanket and a Claret Jug marked "Survivor."
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 18 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Rocco Mediate (69) shares lead at windy British Open

Graeme McDowell and Robert Allenby are co-leaders after gusty, rainy morning makes for a difficult start. SOUTHPORT,...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 18 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Landon Donovan left off Olympic roster

U.S. coaches say they want national team captain and Galaxy player to play in the World Cup qualifier instead of Beijing tournament. Chivas USA's Sacha Kljestan is selected for team.

Galaxy star Landon Donovan, widely regarded as America's top soccer player and the captain of the U.S. national team, was not included Thursday when the U.S. named its roster for the Beijing Olympics.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 18 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Patience pays off for Heath Slocum

He came to Royal Birkdale without a spot, but the first alternate slips into the field and shoots a 73. Sitting in the players' dining...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 18 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Red Sox again stand in the Angels' way

For better or worse, weekend series could be an October preview for Angels.

The Boston Red Sox did not win a World Series between 1918 and 2004. But they have won twice in the last four years, and their young closer apparently considers a parade his team's rite of October.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 18 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Landon Donovan left off Olympic roster

U.S. coaches say they want the national team captain and Galaxy player to play in the World Cup qualifier being played at the same time as the Beijing tournament. Chivas USA's Sacha Kljestan is select...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 18 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

UFC's Dana White, Affliction's Donald Trump face off

Two mixed martial arts groups have competing cards on Saturday night.

Pay your dues or learn the hard way.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 18 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

'Rampage' Jackson hospitalized for mental health evaluation

Former mixed martial arts light heavyweight champion Quinton "Rampage" Jackson has been hospitalized for a mental health evaluation.
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 18 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

UFC's Dana White, Affliction's Donald Trump face off

Two mixed martial arts groups have competing cards on Saturday night. Pay your dues or learn the hard way.
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 18 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

'Rampage' Jackson hospitalized for mental health evaluation

Irvine police are called to his home after acquaintances say they were concerned for the popular MMA fighter's well-being.

Popular mixed martial artist Quinton "Rampage" Jackson was hospitalized Wednesday for a mental health evaluation after acquaintances flagged down a patrol car outside his Irvine home, telling police they were concerned for his well-being.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 18 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Terry Murray could be just what the Kings need -- or not

The 22nd coach in franchise history knows the young Kings are a long way from being successful.

Scotty Bowman not having a brother available for hire, the Kings on Thursday introduced Terry Murray -- younger brother of Ottawa General Manager Bryan Murray -- as their new coach.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 18 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Kevin Love couldn't pass on a shot at NBA

The former Bruins center is changing his body tone, but not his style, with Timberwolves.

LAS VEGAS -- When Kevin Love was in the eighth grade, his father, Stan, called a trusted friend, longtime college coach Jim Harrick, and said, "I think my son is really good."
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 18 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Former Bruin Chase Utley trying to follow in Jackie Robinson's footsteps

Text messages from press row ... Second baseman Chase Utley of the Philadelphia Phillies, a former UCLA and Long Beach Poly High star,...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 18 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Terry Murray could be just what the Kings need -- or not

The 22nd coach in franchise history knows the young Kings are a long way from being successful. Scotty Bowman...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 18 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Red Sox again stand in the Angels' way

For better or worse, weekend series could be an October preview for Angels. The Boston Red Sox did not win a World...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 18 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Azubuike signs Clippers' offer sheet

Golden State has a week to match the three-year, $9 million contract on the restricted free agent. Golden State Warriors guard Kelenna...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 18 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Report: Dodger Stadium to host 2009 WBC finals

Dodger Stadium will serve as host of the championship round of the 2009 World Baseball Classic, the Los Angeles Times reported.
Source: ESPN.com | 18 Jul 2008 | 6:56 am

Not Worried, Uggla Hopes to Be an All-Star at Forgetting

In one of the worst All-Star Games by a second baseman, Dan Uggla made a record three errors, going 0 for 4 with three strikeouts and grounding into a double play.

Source: NYT > Sports | 18 Jul 2008 | 6:52 am

Liriano's agent wants union investigation of Twins

The agent for Minnesota pitcher Francisco Liriano is asking the players' union to investigate why the Twins have yet to call him up from Triple-A Rochester.
Source: ESPN.com | 18 Jul 2008 | 6:47 am

Liberty 77, Mystics 56: 19-1 Surge Lifts Liberty Past Mystics

The Liberty moved three games above .500 for the first time since it was 6-3 last year, and won its fifth straight at home to improve to 8-2 at Madison Square Garden.

Source: NYT > Sports | 18 Jul 2008 | 6:27 am

Where Tourists Roam, a Port of Call Snags an Angler

Giant cruise ships do not cater to anglers, leaving the do-it-yourself fisherman feeling a little desperate.

Source: NYT > Sports | 18 Jul 2008 | 6:11 am

Athletics, Looking to Future, Again Shed Part of Past

Billy Beane, the Oakland Athletics’ general manager, has decided to trade two starting pitchers during a playoff push.

Source: NYT > Sports | 18 Jul 2008 | 6:10 am

Yankees Nearing Deal With Sexson

The Yankees have reached a preliminary agreement with Richie Sexson, and hope he can help them against left-handed pitchers.

Source: NYT > Sports | 18 Jul 2008 | 6:09 am

Martínez’s Groin Is Sore, So Mets Juggle Rotation

After aggravating a right groin injury last week, Pedro Martínez will miss his scheduled start here against the Reds on Sunday.

Source: NYT > Sports | 18 Jul 2008 | 6:09 am

Major League Roundup: Tigers Win to Maintain Momentum

The Boston Red Sox slugger David Ortiz homered in his rehabilitation debut in the minors.

Source: NYT > Sports | 18 Jul 2008 | 6:07 am

Report: Jazz, Williams agree to 4-year extension

The Utah Jazz doled out big-money contracts to land free agents Carlos Boozer and Mehmet Okur in the summer of 2004. Four years later, the Jazz are ready to give franchise point guard Deron Williams a big-money deal, too.
Source: ESPN.com | 18 Jul 2008 | 5:40 am

Sparks' road losing streak reaches four games

They fall in Phoenix, 99-92.

Cappie Pondexter scored 27 points and the Phoenix Mercury held off the Sparks, 99-92, on Thursday night to end a three-game losing streak.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 18 Jul 2008 | 5:36 am

A's trade Blanton to Phillies for three prospects

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Source: SI.com | 18 Jul 2008 | 5:25 am

Jon Heyman: Minus Matsui, Yankees seek another big bat

Jason Bay and Adam Dunn are on the Yankees' summer wish list.

Source: SI.com | 18 Jul 2008 | 5:04 am

Sources: Clips sign Azubuike to $9M offer sheet

The Los Angeles Clippers have identified the latest target in their recovery from the free-agent loss of Elton Brand by agreeing to terms on an offer sheet with restricted free agent Kelenna Azubuike of the Golden State Warriors.
Source: ESPN.com | 18 Jul 2008 | 4:59 am

Blake scores another close win at Indianapolis

For the second straight match, James Blake found a way to survive and advance. The American struggled early in the first set and fought off two set points in the second before defeating Jun Woong-sun of South Korea 6-3, 7-5 in the second round at the Indianapolis Tennis Championships on Thursday.