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Source: ESPN.com | 20 Jan 2009 | 3:02 pm

Absent Robinho says he has no dispute with Manchester City

MANCHESTER, England - Brazil striker Robinho says he has no dispute with Manchester City. The player left the club's training camp in Tenerife on Monday, sparking reports that he had...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Jan 2009 | 2:57 pm

Rumor Central: Dallas has interest in Lewis?

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Source: ESPN.com | 20 Jan 2009 | 2:56 pm

Armstrong survives heat, Day 1 in Australia

Lance Armstrong finished near the back of the pack in the first stage of the Tour Down Under.
Source: ESPN.com | 20 Jan 2009 | 2:43 pm

Klitschko's mandatory WBC title defence set for Stuttgart

FRANKFURT, Germany - Vitaly Klitschko's mandatory WBC heavyweight title defence against Juan Carlos Gomez of Cuba on March 21 will be held in Stuttgart. The Ukrainian had been hoping...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Jan 2009 | 2:43 pm

Nadal in Top Form at Australian Open

Rafael Nadal routed his opponent in the first round of the Australian Open and Serena Williams overcame a head cold and 123rd-ranked Yuan Meng of China in search of her 10th Grand Slam.


Source: NYT > Sports | 20 Jan 2009 | 2:40 pm

Giants Promote Bill Sheridan to Defensive Coordinator

The Giants announced Monday that linebackers coach Bill Sheridan would be their new defensive coordinator, a sign the team wants to stay with the aggressive style championed by Steve Spagnuolo.


Source: NYT > Sports | 20 Jan 2009 | 2:34 pm

In Ryan, Jets Find a Fiery Innovator

Rex Ryan, formerly the Baltimore Ravens’ defensive coordinator, will be introduced as the new Jets coach.


Source: NYT > Sports | 20 Jan 2009 | 2:34 pm

For Cardinals and Steelers, Differing Pasts and Expectations

This Super Bowl matches not just an upstart against an icon, but a powerful, explosive offense against what might be one of the greatest defenses in history.


Source: NYT > Sports | 20 Jan 2009 | 2:34 pm

Awesome Nadal cruises past Rochus

Top men's seed Rafael Nadal sets the standard at the Australian Open with a devastating 6-0 6-2 6-2 first-round win over Belgium's Christophe Rochus.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Jan 2009 | 2:12 pm

Kaka 'wants to play at Real, says Beckham'

Brazilian midfielder Kaka, who rejected a record-breaking transfer from Manchester City, wants to play at Real Madrid next season, his AC Milan teammate David Beckham was quoted as saying...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Jan 2009 | 2:06 pm

Manchester City accuses Milan of reneging on Kaka deal, Milan applauds Kaka

MANCHESTER, England - Manchester City has accused AC Milan of reneging on an initial agreement to sell Kaka. Executive chairman Garry Cook sharply criticized the Serie A club, a day...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Jan 2009 | 2:06 pm

Real Madrid to hold fresh vote at end of season

Real Madrid will hold fresh elections at the end of the season following allegations that voting at the Spanish giants' annual general assembly last month was rigged, the club's new...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Jan 2009 | 1:59 pm

Andy Glockner: First look at a grainy bubble watch

Let the NCAA tournament chase begin. Who looks like a lock and who needs help? Andy Glockner takes an early look at the contenders in the Bubble Watch.


Source: SI.com | 20 Jan 2009 | 1:47 pm

Nadal looks sharp in Australian opener

Andy Murray, carrying the hopes of a British public looking for its first male Grand Slam champion since 1936, was leading Andrei Pavel 6-2, 3-1, 15-0 in the Australian Open when the Romanian retired with a back injury.
Source: ESPN.com | 20 Jan 2009 | 1:46 pm

Robinho explains Man City absence

Robinho tells BBC Sport his Manchester City training camp departure was pre-arranged.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Jan 2009 | 1:38 pm

Nadal in top form at Australian Open (AP)

Spain's Rafael Nadal returns to Belgium's Christophe Rochus in a Men's singles match at the Australian Open Tennis Championship  in Melbourne, Australia, Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009.   (AP Photo/Rick Stevens)AP - Top-ranked Rafael Nadal put together a dominating performance Tuesday, routing Belgium's Christophe Rochus 6-0, 6-2, 6-2 in the first round at the Australian Open.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 20 Jan 2009 | 1:38 pm

Nadal in top form at Australian Open

Top-ranked Rafael Nadal put together a dominating performance Tuesday, routing Belgium's Christophe Rochus 6-0, 6-2, 6-2 in the first round at the Australian Open. Showing no sign of the
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Jan 2009 | 1:38 pm

Brazilian star Robinho walks out on Manchester City training camp

training camp without permission just as his compatriot, Kaka, rejected a world-record bid to join him at the Premier League club. The 24-year-old Robinho walked out of the training...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Jan 2009 | 1:21 pm

Nadal awesome as Murray motors through in Melbourne (AFP)

Spain's Rafael Nadal plays a stroke during his men's singles match against Christophe Rochus of Belgium at the Australian Opem in Melbourne on January 20. Nadal was in imperious form, winning 6-0, 6-2, 6-2.(AFP/Torsten Blackwood)AFP - Spanish world number one Rafael Nadal began his Australian Open in awesome fashion on Tuesday while Andy Murray enjoyed the easiest of starts to his quest for a first Grand Slam title.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 20 Jan 2009 | 12:51 pm

Scotland call for rookie Jackson

Uncapped duo Geoff Cross and Ruaridh Jackson are included in Scotland's 33-man squad for the Six Nations opener against Wales.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Jan 2009 | 12:50 pm

Top-ranked Nadal in top form at Australian Open

Top-ranked Rafael Nadal put together a dominating performance Tuesday, routing Belgium's Christophe Rochus 6-0, 6-2, 6-2 in the first round at the Australian Open. Showing no sign of the
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Jan 2009 | 12:49 pm

BMW Sauber target title challenge

BMW Sauber aim for a serious championship challenge after unveiling their car for the 2009 season.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Jan 2009 | 12:33 pm

Easter signs new Saints contract

Northampton Saints back row forward Mark Easter signs a new two-year contract at Franklin's Gardens
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Jan 2009 | 12:30 pm

Nadal wins opening match at Australian Open

Rafael Nadal has won his first-round match at the Australian Open, overwhelming Christophe Rochus of Belgium 6-0, 6-2, 6-2 at Rod Laver Arena. The top-seeded Spaniard breezed to a...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Jan 2009 | 12:28 pm

Paul outdoes Granger to give Hornets dramatic win (AP)

New Orleans Hornets guard Chris Paul (3) celebrates with Antonio Daniels after hitting the game-winning shot against the Indiana Pacers in an NBA basketball game in New Orleans, Monday, Jan. 19, 2009.  (AP Photo/Bill Haber)AP - On a night Kobe Bryant and LeBron James faced off, Chris Paul and Danny Granger put on a better show.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 20 Jan 2009 | 12:11 pm

Blake cruises at Aussie Open

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Source: SI.com | 20 Jan 2009 | 12:04 pm

Tuesday's gossip column

David Beckham says Kaka wants to join Real Madrid, plus other rumours
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Jan 2009 | 11:34 am

City's Brazilian dream turns sour as Robinho walks out (AFP)

Manchester City's Brazilian star striker Robinho reacts after hitting the crossbar against Wigan Athletic at The City of Manchester Stadium in Manchester, January 17. Manchester City's Brazilian dream was rapidly taking on a nightmarish tinge on Tuesday as the collapse of the club's bid to sign Kaka was followed by confirmation that Robinho had walked out of a club training camp.(AFP/File/Ian Kington)AFP - Manchester City's Brazilian dream was rapidly taking on a nightmarish tinge on Tuesday as the collapse of the club's bid to sign Kaka was followed by confirmation that Robinho had walked out of a club training camp.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 20 Jan 2009 | 11:29 am

Blake sharp in winning Australian Open match

Ninth-seeded James Blake has cruised into the second round of the Australian Open with a strong performance over Canada's Frank Dancevic. Blake, who reached the quarterfinals at...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Jan 2009 | 11:27 am

Armstrong Persists on a Scorching Australia Day

As Lance Armstrong’s comeback began in earnest with the opening stage of the Tour Down Under, Australia continued to give him an unusually warm welcome.


Source: NYT > Sports | 20 Jan 2009 | 10:44 am

AC Milan 'bottled Kaka transfer'

Manchester City's executive chairman Garry Cook accuses AC Milan of "bottling" the deal to bring Kaka to the Eastlands club.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Jan 2009 | 10:08 am

Old pro: Shanahan scores in return to Devils (AP)

New Jersey Devils right wing Brendan Shanahan (18) celebrates scoring against Nashville Predators goalie goalie Pekka Rinne (35), of Finland, during the second period of an NHL hockey game in Nashville, Tenn., Monday, Jan. 19, 2009. (AP Photo/Frederick Breedon)AP - Brendan Shanahan spun around with the puck, skated in from a sharp angle and caught the opposing goalie off guard.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 20 Jan 2009 | 8:56 am

Kobe, Gasol lead Lakers past Cavaliers 105-88 (AP)

Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant (24) drives on Cleveland Cavaliers guard Sasha Pavlovic, left, of Serbia, in the first half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, Jan. 19, 2009, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Gus Ruelas)AP - Kobe Bryant and LeBron James tussled to a virtual standoff Monday night. But Bryant's supporting cast was far more effective, and that was the difference as the Los Angeles Lakers beat Cleveland 105-88 to snap a five-game losing streak to the Cavaliers.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 20 Jan 2009 | 8:37 am

Bellamy relishing Man City future

Craig Bellamy says Manchester City's ambitions were a major part of his decision to move to Eastlands.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Jan 2009 | 8:32 am

Ravens RB McGahee expected to fully recover

Ravens running back Willis McGahee returned to his Baltimore home Monday.
Source: ESPN.com | 20 Jan 2009 | 8:01 am

Ravens' Ryan agrees to be next coach of Jets

Baltimore Ravens defensive coordinator Rex Ryan has agreed to a four-year contract to become coach of the New York Jets, according to multiple sources.
Source: ESPN.com | 20 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Peel may regret Sale move - Jones

Ex-Wales captain Robert Jones says Dwayne Peel rue his move to Sale Sharks after being dropped from Wales' Six Nations squad.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Jan 2009 | 7:21 am

Cardinals Adjusting to a Rare Spotlight

Rarely in the national spotlight, the Cardinals have their first controversy, with receiver Anquan Boldin complaining about his playing time.


Source: NYT > Sports | 20 Jan 2009 | 7:20 am

José Torres, 72, Boxing Hall of Famer and Official, Dies

Mr. Torres was a former light-heavyweight champion who became a boxing official and a literary presence in the sport as a biographer of Muhammad Ali and Mike Tyson.


Source: NYT > Sports | 20 Jan 2009 | 7:17 am

Women’s Roundup: No. 1 Connecticut Routs No. 2 North Carolina

With a 17-0 record and a margin of victory of 24.8 points a game, the Connecticut Huskies have done little to disprove that they are the No. 1 women’s basketball team in the country.


Source: NYT > Sports | 20 Jan 2009 | 7:12 am

Goals Are Modest for Armstrong

Though Lance Armstrong has proven himself a serial winner, there is little expectation that he will leave Australia a winner on Sunday when his comeback race, the Tour Down Under, ends.


Source: NYT > Sports | 20 Jan 2009 | 6:48 am

Player’s Death Revives Debate on Fighting in Hockey

Amateur hockey player Donald Sanderson’s death has attracted national headlines in Canada and revived a longstanding debate over what role fighting should play in hockey.


Source: NYT > Sports | 20 Jan 2009 | 6:48 am

Williams sisters make solid start

Serena and Venus Williams enjoy straight-set wins in the first round of the Australian Open.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Jan 2009 | 6:38 am

Madson, Hernandez have new deals: reports (Reuters)

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Ryan Madson pumps his fist after defeating the Atlanta Braves during the ninth inning of MLB action in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania September 22, 2008. (Tim Shaffer/Reuters)Reuters - The Philadelphia Phillies have agreed a new three-year deal with right-hand reliever Ryan Madson, MLB.com reported Monday.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 20 Jan 2009 | 6:14 am

Shanahan scores in return to lift Devils to win

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Source: ESPN.com | 20 Jan 2009 | 6:10 am

No. 4 Pitt surges past No. 8 Cuse in second half

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Source: ESPN.com | 20 Jan 2009 | 6:02 am

Rivals Jeter, Pedroia could be WBC teammates

On opposite sides of the New York-Boston rivalry, Derek Jeter and Dustin Pedroia could make up the United States' middle infield at the WBC in March.


Source: ESPN.com | 20 Jan 2009 | 5:34 am

Delaware State tops North Carolina A&T 78-64 (AP)

AP - Fred Bouie scored 22 points and Frisco Sandidge added 20 to lead Delaware State past North Carolina A&T 78-64 on Monday night.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 20 Jan 2009 | 5:32 am

Giants and Panthers meet for top seed in NFC (AP)

AP - Fifteen games into the season, the New York Giants and Carolina Panthers are going to play for a nice prize: the NFC's No. 1 seed, home-field advantage for the playoffs and a first-round bye.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 20 Jan 2009 | 5:00 am

Jeter, Pedroia on provisional US roster for WBC

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Source: SI.com | 20 Jan 2009 | 4:47 am

No. 1 UConn dominates in win over No. 2 UNC

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Source: ESPN.com | 20 Jan 2009 | 4:36 am

Wake Forest moves to No. 1 in AP poll (AP)

AP - Dino Gaudio knew his Wake Forest team would probably move to No. 1 after becoming Division I's only unbeaten team.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 20 Jan 2009 | 4:03 am

Teammate predicts Ward will play in Super Bowl

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Source: SI.com | 20 Jan 2009 | 1:42 am

Serena, Venus advance at Aussie Open; Murray, too

Serena Williams, who has an alternate year pattern of titles here since 2003, had a 6-3, 6-2 win over China's Yuan Meng in 75 minutes in the following match on center court. Sister Venus also advanced.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 20 Jan 2009 | 1:27 am

Ravens' Ryan agrees to become new Jets coach

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Source: SI.com | 20 Jan 2009 | 1:10 am

McGahee out of hospital, full recovery expected

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Source: SI.com | 19 Jan 2009 | 11:24 pm

Austin Murphy: Dear Mark: A text from Matt Leinart to fellow Trojan Mark Sanchez

What Matt Leinart likely has to say about Mark Sanchez's NFL choice.


Source: SI.com | 19 Jan 2009 | 9:33 pm

Saluting one great Day 1 story

Kimiko Date's return, trouble for the Williamses and more Aussie.


Source: SI.com | 19 Jan 2009 | 7:54 pm

Peter King: Banged up Steelers to battle Cards in Super Bowl XLIII

NFL's best rivalry, an unreal stretch in coaching and some Super hype.


Source: SI.com | 19 Jan 2009 | 7:38 pm

Darren Eliot: Taking stock as trade deadline looms

Before rumors fly, let's take stock of who's primed to make a deal.


Source: SI.com | 19 Jan 2009 | 4:25 pm