Djokovic, Davydenko battle to tennis Masters wins (AFP)

Novak Djokovic of Serbia runs down a return against Juan Martin Del Potro of Argentina in their singles match on the first day of the ATP Masters Cup in Shanghai. Djokovic saw off a spirited challenge from del Potro in a gripping start to the Masters Cup.(AFP/AFP)AFP - World number three Novak Djokovic and Russia's Nikolay Davydenko scrapped to hard-fought wins as the elite Tennis Masters Cup got off to a pulsating start on Sunday.



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Texas Tech routs Oklahoma St.; eyes BCS title game (AP)

Oklahoma State tight end Brandon Pettigrew (87), left, wide receiver Dez Bryant (1) and wide receiver Damian Davis (85) can't come up with a pass in the end zone as Texas Tech safety Darcel McBath (7) and defensive back Jamar Wall (3) defend during the second quarter of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008, in Lubbock, Texas. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)AP - So it wasn't simply the emotion of playing No. 1 at home that brought out the best in Texas Tech last week. The Red Raiders just might be that good.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 9 Nov 2008 | 11:21 am

Flintoff ton sets up England win

Andrew Flintoff strikes an unbeaten 101 to lead England to victory in the opening match of their tour of India.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 9 Nov 2008 | 11:20 am

Djokovic & Davydenko win openers

Novak Djokovic and Nikolay Davydenko make winning starts at the Masters Cup in Shanghai.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 9 Nov 2008 | 11:18 am

IOC chief expects more drugs shame from Beijing

International Olympic Committee chief Jacques Rogge expects "possibly" seven more positive doping cases from the Beijing Games, according to a report Sunday. Speaking at a...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 9 Nov 2008 | 10:59 am

PNG 6-46 Australia

A much-changed Australia side round off the group stages at the World Cup with an easy win over Papua New Guinea.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 9 Nov 2008 | 10:46 am

Wilson 16 holes from HSBC Champions title (AP)

Oliver Wilson of England, left, jokes with his caddie at 2nd hole during the final round of the 2008 HSBC Champions golf tournament Sunday Nov. 9, 2008 in Shanghai, China. Wilson was the surprise leader on Sunday after three rounds of the rain-delayed HSBC Champions tournament. Wilson shot a 3-under 69 for a three-round total of 12-under 204. The final round of the joint European Tour and Asian Tour event will be played over Sunday and Monday. (AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko)AP - A Ryder Cup surprise two months ago, England's Oliver Wilson was just 16 holes away from the first significant victory of his career.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 9 Nov 2008 | 10:41 am

Djokovic edges del Potro at tennis Masters Cup

World number three Novak Djokovic saw off a spirited challenge from Argentina's Juan Martin del Potro in a gripping start to the Masters Cup on Sunday. Djokovic prevailed in...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 9 Nov 2008 | 9:59 am

Rafa always retained Robbie faith

Rafael Benitez insisted he had no doubts Robbie Keane would start banging in the goals despite an 11-match barren spell in the Premier League.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 9 Nov 2008 | 9:39 am

La Liga Roundup, Nov. 8

La Liga Roundup: Gonzalo Higuain scored four goals Saturday to give 10-man Real Madrid a 4-3 victory over Malaga.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 9 Nov 2008 | 9:26 am

MLS Playoffs Roundup, Nov. 8

MLS Playoffs: The Crew advanced to the Eastern semifinal while Salt Lake earned a spot in the Western clash.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 9 Nov 2008 | 9:21 am

Blues dismiss Bridge move claims

Chelsea have rejected fresh speculation that the club are ready to quit Stamford Bridge and build a new stadium at a site in Battersea.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 9 Nov 2008 | 9:07 am

South Korea's Shin wins Mizuno Classic

SHIMA, Japan - Women's British Open champion Shin Ji-yai of South Korea shot a five-under 67 on Sunday to win the LPGA's Mizuno Open by six strokes. Shin, who started the final round...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 9 Nov 2008 | 9:07 am

English Premier League Roundup, Nov. 8

PL Roundup: Arsenal beat Manchester United 2-1 while Liverpool picked up a win to reassert its title credentials.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 9 Nov 2008 | 9:01 am

Zvonareva Continues Run by Beating Dementieva

Vera Zvonareva won her fourth consecutive match at the Sony Ericsson championships, ousting Elena Dementieva on Saturday and advancing to the final, where she will face Venus Williams.


Source: NYT > Sports | 9 Nov 2008 | 8:57 am

N.H.L. Roundup: Once Again, Islanders Fail to Hold a Lead

Petr Sykora scored the only goal in a shootout Saturday night to give the Pittsburgh Penguins a come-from-behind 4-3 victory over the host Islanders.


Source: NYT > Sports | 9 Nov 2008 | 8:57 am

Randolph Joins the Brewers but Keeps His Options Open

The Milwaukee Brewers hired Willie Randolph as their bench coach on Saturday.


Source: NYT > Sports | 9 Nov 2008 | 8:57 am

Capitals 3, Rangers 1: Capitals Pull Away Early and Topple Rangers

Brent Johnson had 28 saves, including a pivotal stop on a penalty shot in the third period Saturday night, leading the Capitals to victory on Saturday night.


Source: NYT > Sports | 9 Nov 2008 | 8:57 am

The Jets’ David Bowens Has Talent to Spare

Jets linebacker David Bowens says he has found only one thing that compares to the thrill of a sack — seeing bowling pins awhirl.


Source: NYT > Sports | 9 Nov 2008 | 8:56 am

No. 2 Texas Tech 56, No. 8 Oklahoma St. 20: Alabama Survives, Texas Tech Rolls and Penn State Falls

With its victory Saturday, Texas Tech controls its own destiny to play an inferior team from the Big 12 North in Kansas City for a spot opposite the S.E.C. winner.


Source: NYT > Sports | 9 Nov 2008 | 8:54 am

Calzaghe Pounds Jones, Then Ponders Next Move

With a relentless attack, Joe Calzaghe, the light heavyweight world champion from Wales, kept his unbeaten record intact as he overwhelmed Roy Jones Jr. through 12 rounds.


Source: NYT > Sports | 9 Nov 2008 | 8:53 am

He Helped Elect a President; Now Comes a Harder Job

Coach Craig Robinson, who assisted his brother-in-law Barack Obama’s bid for the presidency, can now devote all his energy to his first season at Oregon State.


Source: NYT > Sports | 9 Nov 2008 | 8:52 am

National Roundup: No. 5 Texas Rebounds From Loss and Cruises Against Baylor

The Longhorns went ahead to stay when Ryan Palmer intercepted a deflected pass, pulling it off his shoulder pads, and running to the end zone.


Source: NYT > Sports | 9 Nov 2008 | 8:50 am

At the Last Second, Penn State Falls

Penn State is perfect no more, its hopes for giving Coach Joe Paterno another national title given a sharp and surprising kick by Iowa.


Source: NYT > Sports | 9 Nov 2008 | 8:49 am

Bulls' Hinrich set for thumb surgery, out 3 months

Bulls guard Kirk Hinrich needs surgery to repair a torn ligament in his right thumb and will miss up to three months.
Source: ESPN.com | 9 Nov 2008 | 8:40 am

Djokovic edges del Potro at Shanghai tennis Masters

World number three Novak Djokovic saw off a spirited challenge from Argentina's Juan Martin del Potro in a gripping start to the Masters Cup on Sunday. Djokovic prevailed in...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 9 Nov 2008 | 8:38 am

Yanks move plate, pitching rubber to new stadium

During the Yankees' last game at their old stadium in September, players dug their hands into the ballpark dirt to take some home along with the memories.
Source: ESPN.com | 9 Nov 2008 | 8:37 am

Tebow bowls No. 5 Florida over hapless Vandy

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Bradford, No. 6 Oklahoma embarrass Texas A&M

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Source: ESPN.com | 9 Nov 2008 | 8:28 am

Calzaghe dominates Jones to go out a winner (AP)

Joe Calzaghe, of Britain, lands a punch on Roy Jones Jr. during the fourth round of a boxing match Sunday, Nov. 9, 2008 at Madison Square Garden in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)AP - Joe Calzaghe toiled for years in relative obscurity, winning titles and building a virtually unmatched resume — but never venturing from Europe to challenge boxing's best.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 9 Nov 2008 | 8:25 am

SKorea's Shin wins golf Mizuno Classic

British Open champion Shin Ji-Yai of South Korea hit a sizzling five-under-par 67 for a comfortable six-stroke victory in the Mizuno Classic women's golf tournament on Sunday.
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 9 Nov 2008 | 8:20 am

France 10-42 Samoa

France's disappointing World Cup campaign ends in a heavy defeat as Samoa record a crushing eight-try victory in the ranking play-off.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 9 Nov 2008 | 8:20 am

Oregon State pulls away from UCLA

Bruins' offense can't match defense again in a 34-6 loss to Beavers, who stay in the thick of the Pac-10 race.

The talk in the UCLA locker room after Saturday's game wasn't so much about running pass routes or blitzing the quarterback.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 9 Nov 2008 | 8:00 am

Oregon State pulls away from UCLA, 34-6

Bruins' offense can't match defense again. Beavers stay in the thick of the Pac-10 race. The talk in the UCLA...
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No. 7 USC almost beats itself but beats Cal instead, 17-3

Trojans commit 105 yards' worth of penalties and also play fast and loose with the football, but defense and two Mark Sanchez touchdown passes lift them past No. 21 California. ...
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Ron Rivera takes over San Diego Chargers defense

Rivera institutes a meticulous style, born of his military upbringing, as he replaces defensive coordinator Ted Cottrell during the Chargers' off week.

Ron Rivera never needed an alarm clock. His Army officer dad took care of that each dawn, loudly rapping on the bedroom doors of his four groggy sons.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 9 Nov 2008 | 8:00 am

Dodgers would make Barnum proud on so Manny levels

There's a sucker born every minute, and Frank McCourt is counting on that so he can continue to fill Dodger Stadium.
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Trojans miss chance for a good impression

USC should think about running more instead of letting Mark Sanchez play gunslinger.

Penn State lost. Alabama escaped. Figueroa buzzed.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 9 Nov 2008 | 8:00 am

No. 7 USC almost beats itself but beats Cal instead, 17-3

Trojans commit 105 yards' worth of penalties and also play fast and loose with the football, but defense and two Mark Sanchez touchdown passes lift them past No. 21 California.

It wasn't very artistic.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 9 Nov 2008 | 8:00 am

Trojans miss chance for a good impression

USC should think about running more instead of letting Mark Sanchez play gunslinger. Penn State lost. Alabama...
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Teen sailor discovers perils of the high seas

Zac Sunderland, 16, is halfway to sailing around the world alone, but plenty of danger has lurked. Zac Sunderland...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 9 Nov 2008 | 8:00 am

Oregon State pulls away from UCLA

Bruins' offense can't match defense again in a 34-6 loss to Beavers, who stay in the thick of the Pac-10 race. ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 9 Nov 2008 | 8:00 am

Dodgers would make Barnum proud on so Manny levels

There's a sucker born every minute, and Frank McCourt is counting on that so he can continue to fill Dodger Stadium.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 9 Nov 2008 | 8:00 am

Some letter-perfect advice for Clippers

Doing nothing has worked for Donald Sterling in real estate investment, and it just might be the right approach with his NBA team, despite its terrible start.

Donald T. Sterling
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 9 Nov 2008 | 8:00 am

Zac Sunderland, teen sailor, discovers perils of the high seas

Nearly halfway around the world, the Marina del Ray native has encountered many dangers since setting off in June. His next stop is Mauritius. ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 9 Nov 2008 | 8:00 am

Dale Earnhardt Jr. sputters to the end

After a great start with a new NASCAR team, his Chevy often faded in races or he ran into unexpected problems. ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 9 Nov 2008 | 8:00 am

BCS shuffle is far from over

Nov. 8 by the numbers:
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 9 Nov 2008 | 8:00 am

For Bruins, essentials are barely there

Do you see improvement?
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 9 Nov 2008 | 8:00 am

Zac Sunderland, solo teen sailor, discovers perils of the high seas

Nearly halfway around the world, the Thousand Oaks resident has encountered many dangers since setting off in June. His next stop is Mauritius.

Zac Sunderland is alone on a sailboat off Indonesia, five months into a journey around the world, when he senses the worst kind of danger.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 9 Nov 2008 | 8:00 am

Zac Sunderland, solo teen sailor, discovers perils of the high seas

Nearly halfway around the world, the Thousand Oaks resident has encountered many dangers since setting off in June. His next stop is Mauritius. ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 9 Nov 2008 | 8:00 am

Lakers unbeaten, but they're not exactly hotshots

L.A.'s shooting percentage of 43.5% ranks 21st in the league.

The Lakers lead the league in scoring. Just think if they were actually making shots.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 9 Nov 2008 | 8:00 am

For Bruins, essentials are barely there

When it comes to the kind of tangible improvements that most look for, there's not much to see.

Do you see improvement?
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 9 Nov 2008 | 8:00 am

Final nine meet in Las Vegas again for US$9.12M poker crown

bet. The final players at the World Series of Poker resumed play Sunday at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas to determine the champion at this year's no-limit Texas Hold...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 9 Nov 2008 | 7:58 am

Kim disqualified for rule breach

America's Anthony Kim is disqualified from the HSBC Champions event after using a damaged driver during the third round.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 9 Nov 2008 | 7:41 am

Brewers hire Randolph as bench coach (AP)

In this May 27, 2008 file photo, New York Mets manager Willie Randolph leaves the field after his team took batting practice before facing the first place Florida Marlins in a Major League Baseball game at Shea Stadium in New York. The Milwaukee Brewers hired former New York Mets manager Willie Randolph as bench coach on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens, File)AP - The Milwaukee Brewers hired former New York Mets manager Willie Randolph as bench coach on Saturday.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 9 Nov 2008 | 7:30 am

Thumb injury sidelines Bulls' Hinrich

Bulls guard Kirk Hinrich needs surgery to repair a torn ligament in his right thumb and will miss up to three months. The injury occurred during Chicago's 100-83 victory over Phoenix on...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 9 Nov 2008 | 7:28 am

Thumb injury sidelines Bulls' Hinrich (AP)

Chicago Bulls' Derrick Rose right, drives against Cleveland Cavaliers' Mo Williams in the first quarter during an NBA basketball game in Chicago, Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008. (AP Photo/Paul Beaty)AP - Bulls guard Kirk Hinrich needs surgery to repair a torn ligament in his right thumb and will miss up to three months.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 9 Nov 2008 | 7:28 am

Sanchez, defense spark No. 7 USC past Cal 17-3 (AP)

California's wide receiver Nyan Boateng loses his helmet after being hit by Southern California's linebacker Kaluka Maiava, left, and linebacker Rey Maualuga during the first half of a NCAA college football game in Los Angeles, Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)AP - No. 7 Southern California put on another dominant display of bone-jarring defense Saturday night. It was a good thing, too, because the Trojans' offense didn't provide much support.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 9 Nov 2008 | 7:27 am

Shocked Kim disqualified from HSBC Champions

American sensation Anthony Kim's debut as a European Tour member ended in shock and disappointment on Sunday after he was disqualified from the HSBC Champions tournament here for using a...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 9 Nov 2008 | 7:27 am

Luongo records 3rd straight shutout as Canucks win

Roberto Luongo made 29 saves for his third straight shutout, lifting the Vancouver Canucks to 2-0 victory over the Minnesota Wild on Saturday night. Sami Salo scored a power-play goal in
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 9 Nov 2008 | 7:25 am

Luongo records 3rd straight shutout as Canucks win (AP)

Minnesota Wild's Andrew Brunette, right, skates into Vancouver Canucks' Roberto Luongo during the second period of an NHL hockey game in Vancouver, B.C., on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008. (AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Darryl Dyck)AP - Roberto Luongo made 29 saves for his third straight shutout, lifting the Vancouver Canucks to 2-0 victory over the Minnesota Wild on Saturday night.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 9 Nov 2008 | 7:25 am

Calzaghe undecided on retirement

Joe Calzaghe said he will take some time to decide his future after his win over Roy Jones Jr.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 9 Nov 2008 | 7:25 am

LeBron scores 41 again against Bulls as Cavs win

LeBron James scored 41 points against Chicago for the second time in four days, and the Cleveland Cavaliers hung on to beat the Bulls 106-97 on Saturday night. James was at it again...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 9 Nov 2008 | 7:23 am

No. 7 Trojans' defense smothers No. 21 California

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Source: ESPN.com | 9 Nov 2008 | 7:22 am

Iowa stuns No. 3 Penn State 24-23 with second left (AP)

Iowa's Daniel Murray (1) celebrates with teammates Julian Vandervelde, left, and Allen Reisner, right, after kicking the game-winning 31-yard field goal in the closing seconds against Penn State in an NCAA college football game against Penn State, Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008, in Iowa City, Iowa. Iowa won 24-23. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)AP - Penn State can't blame the BCS for this. The Nittany Lions perfect season and hopes for giving coach Joe Paterno another national title were dashed by Iowa's backup kicker.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 9 Nov 2008 | 7:22 am

Gators beat Vandy; to play Alabama for SEC title (AP)

Florida quarterback Tim Tebow (15) celebrates with offensive lineman Phil Trautwein (75) after Tebow scored a touchdown on a 26-yard run against Vanderbilt in the first quarter of an NCAA college football game in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)AP - Florida will get its shot at No. 1 Alabama. The Gators made sure of that with plenty of time to look ahead to the Southeastern Conference championship game on Dec. 6 in Atlanta.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 9 Nov 2008 | 7:21 am

No. 10 Boise State remains undefeated with rout

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Source: ESPN.com | 9 Nov 2008 | 6:49 am

No. 11 Ohio State rolls over No. 24 Northwestern

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Paul's latest double-double gets Hornets by Heat

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Source: ESPN.com | 9 Nov 2008 | 6:39 am

Calzaghe pummels Jones in unanimous decision

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Source: SI.com | 9 Nov 2008 | 6:30 am

Classy Calzaghe demolishes Jones

Joe Calzaghe survives a drop to the canvas in the first round to beat Roy Jones Jr on points.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 9 Nov 2008 | 5:45 am

Iowa boots No. 3 Penn St. with game-winning FG

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Source: ESPN.com | 9 Nov 2008 | 5:12 am

Live text - India v Australia

Australia finish day four of the final Test against India in Nagpur on 13-0, needing to score 382 to win and level the series.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 9 Nov 2008 | 3:51 am

Bulls' Hinrich needs surgery, out up to 3 months

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Source: SI.com | 9 Nov 2008 | 1:36 am

NFL rescinds fine for Giants' Tuck

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Source: SI.com | 9 Nov 2008 | 1:33 am

Serie A Roundup, Nov. 8

Serie A Roundup: AS Roma's troubles continued as Cicinho scored an own goal to give Bologna a 1-1 draw Saturday.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 8 Nov 2008 | 9:49 pm

Liverpool 3-0 West Brom

Robbie Keane scores his first Premier League goals for Liverpool as they beat West Brom to move three points clear at the top of the table.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 8 Nov 2008 | 7:27 pm

Scotland 6-32 New Zealand

New Zealand swept aside Scotland with a powerful performance from a largely second-string side at Murrayfield.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 8 Nov 2008 | 6:59 pm

Sir Alex upset by more dropped points

Sir Alex Ferguson was pessimistic about Manchester United's title chances after seeing them lose a game he felt they had to win at Arsenal.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 8 Nov 2008 | 6:23 pm

Wenger delighted with vital win

Arsenal were delighted to hold on for the 2-1 win over Manchester United which took them above their opponents in the Premier League.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 8 Nov 2008 | 5:58 pm

Wenger wins back Arsenal fans with league victory

Arsene Wenger's darkest period as Arsenal manager looks to be over after his under-strength Gunners beat Manchester United 2-1 in the Premier League on Saturday.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 8 Nov 2008 | 5:57 pm