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USA defeats Japan in men's Olympic soccerThe United States beat Japan 1-0 in men's Olympic soccer Thursday, behind Stuart Holden's 47th-minute effort.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 7 Aug 2008 | 12:05 pm USPGA latest leaderboardGolf's final major of the year is under way at Oakland Hills in Michigan.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 7 Aug 2008 | 12:03 pm ESPN.com has launched many new widgets that offer scores, stats, and newsSource: ESPN.com | 7 Aug 2008 | 11:53 am United States 1, Japan 0: U.S. Men’s Team Ends Scoring Drought in OpenerThe United States defeated Japan Thursday behind Stuart Holden’s goal in the 47th minute, ending a three-game scoring drought in Olympic openers for the men’s team.Source: NYT > Sports | 7 Aug 2008 | 11:50 am Messi named in Argentina line-upStriker Lionel Messi plays for Argentina at the Olympics side despite his club Barcelona winning the right to stop him.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 7 Aug 2008 | 11:49 am Beijing air 'safe for athletes'IOC President Jacques Rogge insists Beijing's air poses no threat to athletes, as leaders gather ahead of the Olympics.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 7 Aug 2008 | 11:42 am Yankees 5, Rangers 3: Yankees Win but Lose Rodríguez to InjuryAn hour or so after announcing that Joba Chamberlain has rotator cuff tendinitis, the Yankees watched Iván Rodríguez take a crushing hit at the plate.Source: NYT > Sports | 7 Aug 2008 | 11:32 am King: In the end, the Jets wanted Favre moreNot even the Jets thought it was going to happen. In the end, New York just wanted Brett Favre more and did all it could to add the legend, writes Peter King.Source: SI.com | 7 Aug 2008 | 11:32 am High-Profile Champion Keeps Low ProfileLiu Xiang, the Olympic champion hurdler, has not competed since May, raising concerns about his readiness, but he may carry China’s flag in the opening ceremonies.Source: NYT > Sports | 7 Aug 2008 | 11:31 am Favre saga over as QB gets fresh start with Jets (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 7 Aug 2008 | 11:30 am U.S. men topple Japan 1-0 in Olympic soccerRead full story for latest details.Source: SI.com | 7 Aug 2008 | 11:22 am Holden lifts U.S. over Japan in Olympic soccerVisit ESPN.com for the complete story.Source: ESPN.com | 7 Aug 2008 | 11:20 am Williams defends switch to unionFormer New Zealand star Sonny Bill Williams says his controversial switch to rugby union was just financial "common sense".Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 7 Aug 2008 | 11:16 am Yao Ming to carry China's flag at Games openingChinese basketball player Yao Ming will carry the host nation's flag at the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games on Friday, the deputy head of China's team said on Thursday.Source: ESPN.com | 7 Aug 2008 | 11:06 am Brazil get off to winning startA goal from Hernanes gives Brazil a 1-0 win in their opening game of the Olympic football tournament.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 7 Aug 2008 | 11:06 am From Green Bay to Broadway: Favre Is a JetThe Jets acquired Brett Favre from the Packers in a deal that the Jets hope will ignite excitement for the team.Source: NYT > Sports | 7 Aug 2008 | 11:02 am Terry expects Inter CL appointmentJohn Terry would not be surprised if Chelsea was drawn to face Jose Mourinho's Inter Milan in the Champions League.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 7 Aug 2008 | 11:00 am Drugs chief admits Olympic fearsPublic confidence in the Olympic Games has been undermined by drug cheats, admits the World Anti-Doping Agency head.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 7 Aug 2008 | 10:23 am Ronaldo to play at Man Utd for another year: report (AFP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 7 Aug 2008 | 10:23 am Morgan Hamm out of Olympics with ankle injury (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 7 Aug 2008 | 10:21 am Federer, Nadal get first round Olympic assignmentsTop-ranked Roger Federer will play Russia's Dmitry Tursunov in the first round of the Beijing Olympics tennis tournament, while rival Rafael Nadal could face a difficult second-round matchup in the draw announced Thursday.Source: Tennis News: CBSSports.com | 7 Aug 2008 | 10:16 am Ref Clattenburg hit by suspensionReferee Mark Clattenburg is suspended pending enquiries into reports regarding his alleged debts and has been replaced for the Community Shield game.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 7 Aug 2008 | 9:55 am Ferguson urges fans to go easy on RonaldoManchester United manager Alex Ferguson has issued a compassionate defense of Cristiano Ronaldo as his winger backed off from demanding a move to Real Madrid and apologized for sparking the rift between the clubs.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 7 Aug 2008 | 9:54 am PGA a perfect fit for first-time major winners (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 7 Aug 2008 | 9:52 am Rays come back to beat Indians; Red Sox keep pace (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 7 Aug 2008 | 9:44 am Wenger positive on duo's fitnessArsenal manager Arsene Wenger has given a positive update on the fitness of striker Eduardo da Silva and midfielder Tomas Rosicky.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 7 Aug 2008 | 9:44 am Van Persie hoping for new contractArsenal striker Robin van Persie wants to re-open contract negotiations with the club after underlining his commitment to the Gunners.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 7 Aug 2008 | 9:44 am 'Slave' Arshavin goes on strikeAndrei Arshavin has reportedly gone on strike at Zenit St Petersburg and his agent claims the Tottenham target is being treated like a 'slave'.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 7 Aug 2008 | 9:29 am Live text - England v South AfricaRain prompts an early lunch in the final Test at The Oval, with South Africa on 64-1 against England.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 7 Aug 2008 | 9:23 am Medal hope Gavin out of OlympicsBritish gold medal prospect Frankie Gavin is out of the Olympic Games because of problems making his weight.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 7 Aug 2008 | 9:18 am Athletics risks going morally bankrupt, warns WADA chiefAthletics risks moral bankruptcy if the sport suffers another high-profile drugs case, World Anti Doping Agency (WADA) chief John Fahey said on Thursday. The 63-year-old...Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 7 Aug 2008 | 9:13 am Yao Ming to carry flag for ChinaBasketball star Yao Ming is to carry the host nation's flag for the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games on Friday.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 7 Aug 2008 | 8:58 am Packers confirm deal to trade Brett Favre to Jets; terms unknownended Wednesday night when he was traded by the Green Bay Packers to the New York Jets. The Packers had been talking with the Jets and Tampa Bay Buccaneers since deciding earlier this...Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 7 Aug 2008 | 8:52 am Favre saga over as QB gets fresh start with JetsBrett Favre's journey from retirement and back has finally ended _ in New York. The Green Bay Packers reached an agreement Wednesday night to trade their three-time MVP and Super...Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 7 Aug 2008 | 8:51 am British boxing star Gavin out with weight problemsFrankie Gavin, the world lightweight champion from Britain, has dropped out of the Olympic boxing tournament because he didn't think he could make his 132-pound weight limit. Gavin, a...Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 7 Aug 2008 | 8:11 am Gay will be fighting fit for showdown: coachBEIJING (Reuters) - World champion Tyson Gay will be fully fit for the biggest challenge of his life when he runs in the highly anticipated 100 meters at the Beijing Olympics, his co-coach...Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 7 Aug 2008 | 8:04 am Aussies call U.S. women's team "dirty"BEIJING (Reuters) - Australia's women basketball players have accused Olympic champions the Unites States of being a dirty team before the start of the Beijing Games.Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 7 Aug 2008 | 8:01 am Week In Soccer, Aug. 7Click here for all the big news, best moments and referee's calls from the past week of soccer!Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 7 Aug 2008 | 7:48 am China stumble while U.S. impressBEIJING (Reuters) - Cheng Fei and her fellow Chinese gymnasts will have to remedy their performances, and quickly, if they are to have any chance of winning the women's team title at the...Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 7 Aug 2008 | 7:41 am P.G.A. Notebook: Honored for Service to P.G.A. After Promising Career Is Cut ShortDennis Walters, whose competitive career was ended by an accident in 1974, received the P.G.A.’s highest annual honor, the P.G.A. Distinguished Service Award.Source: NYT > Sports | 7 Aug 2008 | 7:32 am Packers trade Favre to Jets (Reuters)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 7 Aug 2008 | 7:32 am Reds let trio remain in BeijingLiverpool have made it clear they have no intention of forcing their players to return from the Beijing Olympics, despite a ruling by the CAS.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 7 Aug 2008 | 7:27 am Getting Back in the GameRocco Baldelli is hoping to be activated — to play one game, even one inning — so that he can feel part of the team again contribute to the pennant race.Source: NYT > Sports | 7 Aug 2008 | 7:26 am FC Barcelona cruises past Red BullsSamuel Eto'o scored twice to lead Barcelona to a 6-2 win over the New York Red Bulls in a friendly on Wednesday night.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 7 Aug 2008 | 7:15 am N.F.L. Roundup: Rice to Play First Game in the Pros as a StarterRay Rice is poised to start as running back against the in the Baltimore Ravens’ preseason opener on Thursday.Source: NYT > Sports | 7 Aug 2008 | 7:12 am Amid Illness and Injury, A Season Goes AwryAdam Scott, whose talent has made him one of the PGA Tour’s most promising players, is approaching his last chance to win a major this season.Source: NYT > Sports | 7 Aug 2008 | 7:12 am American League Roundup: Angels Bounce Back and Pound OriolesVladimir Guerrero homered and drove in four runs, Garret Anderson had three hits and two runs batted in, and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Baltimore Orioles.Source: NYT > Sports | 7 Aug 2008 | 7:11 am National League Roundup: Phillies Beat Marlins to Widen Their LeadRickie Weeks matched his career high with four hits, and the bottom of the Milwaukee Brewers’ batting order chipped in to beat the host Cincinnati Reds.Source: NYT > Sports | 7 Aug 2008 | 7:11 am Vladimir Guerrero's 4 RBIs lead Angels past OriolesHe gets his 20th home run to continue his solid hitting since the All-Star break.And, in Anaheim, there is Vladdy being Vladdy. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 7 Aug 2008 | 7:00 am Thanks to Lopez Lomong, it's good to believe in the Olympics againThe Sudanese refugee and 1,500-meter runner is chosen by fellow athletes to carry the U.S. flag at the opening ceremony.BEIJING -- Just when it seemed that nothing good could pierce the gloomy, gray haze that stifles this city, just when the U.S. Olympic Committee set the bar of foolishness and political expediency higher than any gold medalist will ever jump, a story comes along to remind the world that the Olympics, though appallingly commercialized, still have great redemptive power. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 7 Aug 2008 | 7:00 am The Olympics: Pro or con?Amateurism was a myth even before the Dream Team, but China's Games may be something entirely different.BEIJING -- It started at Barcelona in 1992. The grumble was almost perceptible. Part of the world that cared about the Olympics embraced the concept of the Dream Team. Another part smelled a sellout. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 7 Aug 2008 | 7:00 am Norway beats U.S. women's soccer team in Olympic opener, 2-0American squad never seems to get in the flow while Norwegians live up to their billing. QINHUANGDAO, China --...Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 7 Aug 2008 | 7:00 am Norway beats U.S. women's soccer team in Olympic opener, 2-0American squad never seems to get in the flow while Norwegians live up to their billing.QINHUANGDAO, China -- Norway jumped on the United States from the opening whistle, getting two goals in the first four minutes Wednesday to beat the American women's soccer team, 2-0, at the Beijing Olympics. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 7 Aug 2008 | 7:00 am In a sorry season, Dodgers' Jones is sorry for things he saidIf he could start over, he would have tempered his remarks about the fansST. LOUIS -- Ah, just like the good old days with Kobe taking all the shots, everyone else a bum and the Lakers losing. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 7 Aug 2008 | 7:00 am Brett Favre headed to New York JetsPackers were doing everything possible not to trade quarterback within their division. It looks like Brett Favre...Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 7 Aug 2008 | 7:00 am USC football recruit found guilty in street robberyDominguez High star Maurice Simmons awaits Aug. 28 sentencing; USC officials will now review his admission to school. A Compton jury on...Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 7 Aug 2008 | 7:00 am In a sorry season, Dodgers' Jones is sorry for things he saidIf he could start over, he would have tempered his remarks about the fans ST. LOUIS -- Ah, just like the good old days with Kobe taking...Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 7 Aug 2008 | 7:00 am Brett Favre is a distraction all right -- and not just to the PackersQuarterback's saga is still the big story in Green Bay, and in several other NFL cities. One of the reasons Brett...Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 7 Aug 2008 | 7:00 am Dodgers give up big homers in 9-6 loss to CardinalsDodgers starter Derek Lowe struggles, as Albert Pujols hits a grand slam and Ryan Ludwick also homers. Lineup protest stalls game.ST. LOUIS -- Dodgers Manager Joe Torre asked for a do-over Wednesday night. Starting pitcher Derek Lowe didn't bother. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 7 Aug 2008 | 7:00 am For Shawn Estrada, competition is about more than just a medalU.S. middleweight boxer will be thinking of his gravely ill father when he climbs into the ring Saturday in Beijing.BEIJING -- Juan Estrada knows time is not on his side. So like a battered fighter waiting for the bell, he holds, clinches, leans against the ropes -- anything to stay on his feet a little longer. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 7 Aug 2008 | 7:00 am Brett Favre headed to New York JetsPackers were doing everything possible not to trade quarterback within their division.It looks like Brett Favre will wind up in green after all -- New York Jets green. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 7 Aug 2008 | 7:00 am Dodgers give up big homers in 9-6 loss to CardinalsDodgers starter Derek Lowe struggles, as Albert Pujols hits a grand slam and Ryan Ludwick also homers. Lineup protest stalls game. ...Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 7 Aug 2008 | 7:00 am Vladimir Guerrero's 4 RBIs lead Angels past OriolesHe gets his 20th home run to continue his solid hitting since the All-Star break. And, in Anaheim, there is Vladdy...Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 7 Aug 2008 | 7:00 am Lopez Lomong chosen as American flag bearer at Beijing OlympicsThe Sudanese 'Lost Boy' refugee will lead the U.S. contingent in the opening ceremony Friday at the 2008 Games. ...Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 7 Aug 2008 | 7:00 am Human rights issues take center stage as Olympics nearChina is pressured by athletes, spectators and the U.S. to improve its record on Darfur and Tibet.On the cusp of the Summer Olympics, human rights moved into the spotlight Wednesday as critics attacked China for banning Darfur activists, President Bush expressed "deep concerns" about the government's harsh policies and U.S. Olympians selected a former Sudanese refugee to carry the Stars and Stripes in Friday's opening ceremony. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 7 Aug 2008 | 7:00 am Ronaldinho-Lionel Messi soccer matchup at Olympics still possibleDespite a ruling today saying Barcelona can recall Messi, Argentina's coach says the striker will play Thursday against Ivory Coast. ...Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 7 Aug 2008 | 7:00 am The Olympics: Pro or con?Amateurism was a myth even before the Dream Team, but China's Games may be something entirely different. BEIJING...Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 7 Aug 2008 | 7:00 am I'm favorite and we'll smash U.S.: BernardBEIJING (Reuters) - World record holder Alain Bernard opened the war of words for the Olympic swimming competition on Thursday, stating he was the favorite for the 100 metres freestyle and...Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 7 Aug 2008 | 6:53 am Beijing Games could break through the gloomCity appears ready for its appearance on the world stage, but not much can be done about the air.This is not Athens, where the rush to finish major construction for the Summer Games left no time for beautifying the streets or tamping down the dust that arose in brown clouds from roads both ancient and new. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 7 Aug 2008 | 6:33 am Olympic great Lewis urges athletes to take anti-doping standCompeting athletes must carry the onus in the fight against doping in the drugs-tainted sport of athletics, Olympic legend Carl Lewis told AFP in an interview here on Thursday.Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 7 Aug 2008 | 6:26 am Favre traded to Jets for conditional pick; Pennington on way outRead full story for latest details.Source: SI.com | 7 Aug 2008 | 6:23 am Federer faces tricky start to Olympic gold questOutgoing world number one Roger Federer faces a tricky Olympic opener against muscular Russian Dmitry Tursunov after the draw was made on Thursday. But there should be no...Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 7 Aug 2008 | 6:17 am Chamberlain put on DL with rotator cuff tendinitisJoba Chamberlain has been placed on the 15-day disabled list by the Yankees due to rotator cuff tendinitis in his pitching shoulder.Source: ESPN.com | 7 Aug 2008 | 6:16 am Rays ride six-run ninth-inning rally past IndiansVisit ESPN.com for the complete story.Source: ESPN.com | 7 Aug 2008 | 5:58 am Spanish seeds make early exit from ATP Los Angeles event (AFP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 7 Aug 2008 | 5:29 am Joba on DL with shoulder injuryJoba Chamberlain has been placed on the 15-day disabled list by the New York Yankees, who have not yet revealed the extent of his injured pitching shoulder.Source: SI.com | 7 Aug 2008 | 4:51 am Thome backs Danks as ChiSox take down TigersVisit ESPN.com for the complete story.Source: ESPN.com | 7 Aug 2008 | 4:24 am Former Toledo player charged with point-shavingA former University of Toledo basketball player has been charged with fixing games.Source: ESPN.com | 7 Aug 2008 | 3:48 am De La Hoya, Pacquiao reps open fight negotiationsGolden Boy Promotions CEO Richard Schaefer and Top Rank's Bob Arum met Wednesday and formally opened negotiations for a Dec. 6 megafight between Oscar De La Hoya, boxing's biggest star, and pound-for-pound king Manny Pacquiao.Source: ESPN.com | 7 Aug 2008 | 3:38 am Ludwick homers again, Cards beat Dodgers (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 7 Aug 2008 | 3:27 am Kendrick's 4-hitter paces Phils' shutout vs. MarlinsVisit ESPN.com for the complete story.Source: ESPN.com | 7 Aug 2008 | 2:45 am Bush looking to instill patriotism in NBA hoopsters (AFP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 7 Aug 2008 | 2:26 am Serra, Gremelmayr score upsets on busy day in L.A.Florent Serra defeated Fernando Verdasco and Denis Gremelmayr beat Feliciano Lopez on an afternoon of upsets at the Countrywide Classic on Wednesday.Source: Tennis News: CBSSports.com | 7 Aug 2008 | 2:25 am U.S. women's soccer drops opener 2-0Read full story for latest details.Source: SI.com | 7 Aug 2008 | 1:32 am Self signs new 10-year, $30M contract at KansasBill Self, the Kansas basketball coach who guided the Jayhawks to their first NCAA championship in 20 years, signed a 10-year, $30 million contract.Source: ESPN.com | 7 Aug 2008 | 1:10 am Former Toledo player charged with point-shaving (AP)AP - A former University of Toledo basketball player has been charged with point shaving, according to a federal bill of information filed in U.S. District Court in Detroit.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 7 Aug 2008 | 12:24 am Self inks new 10-year, $30M contract at KansasRead full story for latest details.Source: SI.com | 6 Aug 2008 | 11:57 pm Ex-Toledo player is charged with point-shavingRead full story for latest details.Source: SI.com | 6 Aug 2008 | 11:02 pm Ronaldo to stay with Manchester Utd. -- for nowRead full story for latest details.Source: SI.com | 6 Aug 2008 | 10:11 pm Long season has worn on soon-to-be No. 1 NadalA long season of grueling duels against Roger Federer seem to have taken their toll on Wimbledon and French Open champion Rafael Nadal.Source: Tennis News: CBSSports.com | 6 Aug 2008 | 5:30 pm NBA season to open with Cavs-CelticsRead full story for latest details.Source: SI.com | 6 Aug 2008 | 4:56 pm Ancic withdraws from Olympic tennisMario Ancic withdrew from the Beijing Olympics on Wednesday, and Canadian players Frank Dancevic and Frederic Niemeyer were added to the men's draw.Source: Tennis News: CBSSports.com | 6 Aug 2008 | 10:26 am
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