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Source: ESPN.com | 27 Jan 2009 | 1:09 pm

Fans sought over Uefa Cup rioting

Police are releasing photographs of 49 men being sought over rioting at the Uefa Cup final last May.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 27 Jan 2009 | 1:03 pm

Record-seeking Federer routs del Porto to reach tennis semis (AFP)

Roger Federer of Switzerland plays a return stroke during his men's singles match against Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina at the Australian Open tennis tournament. Federer demolished del Potro 6-3, 6-0, 6-0 to reach the semi-finals and move within two wins of a record-equalling 14th Grand Slam title.(AFP/Torsten Blackwood)AFP - Switzerland's Roger Federer demolished Juan Martin del Potro 6-3, 6-0, 6-0 to reach the Australian Open semi-finals and move within two wins of a record-equalling 14th Grand Slam title on Tuesday.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 27 Jan 2009 | 12:58 pm

Roddick advances after Djokovic quits in Australia (AP)

Serbia's Novak Djokovic cools down with ice bag as he plays Andy Roddick of the United States in a Men's singles match at the Australian Open Tennis Championship  in Melbourne, Australia, Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2009. (AP Photo/Rick Stevens)AP - Novak Djokovic's hopes for a second straight Australian Open title died under a broiling sun Tuesday.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 27 Jan 2009 | 12:48 pm

Federer to face Roddick in semis

Roger Federer thrashes Juan Martin del Potro to set up a semi-final with Andy Roddick at the Australian Open.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 27 Jan 2009 | 12:39 pm

Gravesen decides to quit football

Denmark's former Everton and Celtic midfielder Thomas Gravesen retires from football.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 27 Jan 2009 | 12:38 pm

AC Milan negotiating to keep David Beckham

AC Milan plans to meet with David Beckham's agents to see if the former England captain can get out of his contract with the Los Angeles Galaxy and stay with the Serie A club. "If...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 27 Jan 2009 | 12:19 pm

Butcher to become Inverness boss

Terry Butcher is set to be named manager of the SPL's bottom club Inverness Caley Thistle on Tuesday.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 27 Jan 2009 | 12:11 pm

O'Driscoll to continue as captain

Ireland coach Declan Kidney is to continue with Brian O'Driscoll as captain for the 2009 RBS Six Nations campaign.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 27 Jan 2009 | 12:04 pm

Safina downs Dokic to reach tennis Open semis

Russian third seed Dinara Safina survived a huge scare to end Australian wildcard Jelena Dokic's dream run and reach the Australian Open semi-finals in a 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 thriller Tuesday. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 27 Jan 2009 | 11:59 am

Jones signs new Sunderland deal

Striker Kenwyne Jones, who had been linked to Tottenham, agrees a new four-and-a-half year deal with Sunderland.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 27 Jan 2009 | 11:55 am

Bolton eye Sporting's £12m Veloso

Gary Megson says Bolton want Sporting Lisbon's £12m-rated midfielder Miguel Veloso.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 27 Jan 2009 | 11:52 am

First week back in pool 'painful and rough', says Phelps

Michael Phelps, who made Olympic history with a stunning sweep of eight swim gold medals at the Beijing Games, admitted Tuesday that his first week back in the pool for training after a...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 27 Jan 2009 | 11:47 am

England coach Fabio Capello to observe Beckham

England coach Fabio Capello will attend AC Milan's match against Genoa on Wednesday to observe David Beckham. "Barring any unforeseen changes in his schedule, he will be at the San...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 27 Jan 2009 | 11:45 am

Man City poised to fine Robinho

Manchester City manager Mark Hughes says the club will fine record signing Robinho following his training ground walk-out.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 27 Jan 2009 | 11:30 am

Beach Tennis USA to Exhibit at Super Bowl XLIII

NEW YORK, Jan. 27 /PRNewswire/ -- Beach Tennis USA(R) (BTUSA), the organization responsible for launching the sport of beach tennis in North America, today...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 27 Jan 2009 | 11:30 am

Safina ends Dokic's brave run at Australian Open

MELBOURNE (Reuters) - Dinara Safina charged into the semi-finals of the Australian Open Tuesday with a 6-4 4-6 6-4 win over a brave Jelena Dokic.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 27 Jan 2009 | 11:20 am

Safina beats Dokic to reach semis

Third seed Dinara Safina defeats wildcard Jelena Dokic in three sets to reach the Australian Open semi-finals.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 27 Jan 2009 | 11:09 am

2008 Olympic Gold Medal Winner, Veronica Campbell-Brown, Self-Publishes First Book With WWAOW.com

ALPHARETTA, Ga., Jan. 27 /PRNewswire/ -- WWAOW.com (Worldwide Association of Writers) - the self-publishing service of Peleman Industries, manufacturer of the award-winning...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 27 Jan 2009 | 11:00 am

Useful workout for England cricketers

England enjoyed another productive day in their opening tour match against St Kitts and Nevis on Monday even though the casualty list continued to mount. Monty Panesar was the pick of...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 27 Jan 2009 | 10:50 am

Dokic mum's pride at 'sad' Jelena's tennis comeback

The mother of Australia's Jelena Dokic spoke Tuesday of her pride at her daughter's return to big-time tennis but revealed the troubled player is still sometimes "sad" when they speak. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 27 Jan 2009 | 10:23 am

Mass. man connected to Super Bowl ring heist (AP)

AP - A moving company owner has been ordered held on $250,000 bail after pleading not guilty to charges connected to a $2 million jewelry heist that included New York Giants Super Bowl rings.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 27 Jan 2009 | 10:14 am

Mass. man connected to Super Bowl ring heist

A moving company owner has been ordered held on $250,000 bail after pleading not guilty to charges connected to a $2 million jewelry heist that included New York Giants Super Bowl rings.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 27 Jan 2009 | 10:14 am

Wladimir Klitschko 'to meet Haye'

Vitali Klitschko reveals his younger brother Wladimir hopes to fight David Haye this year.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 27 Jan 2009 | 10:12 am

McNeal's 27 leads No. 8 Marquette past Notre Dame (AP)

Marquette guard Jerel McNeal, left, puts up a shot as Notre Dame guard Ryan Ayres defends during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Monday, Jan. 26, 2009, in South Bend, Ind. (AP Photo/Joe Raymond)AP - Twice in the last three minutes, Notre Dame's Tyrone Nash almost came up with big steals against Marquette.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 27 Jan 2009 | 10:06 am

Notebook: Steelers Arrive, Talking About Short Messages and a Tall Receiver

Ben Roethlisberger said in Tampa that he and Ken Whisenhunt, the former Steelers’ offensive coordinator, exchange text messages and are friendly.


Source: NYT > Sports | 27 Jan 2009 | 9:11 am

Shaq closes in on The Dream as Suns beat Wizards (AP)

Phoenix Suns center Shaquille O'Neal, right, works beneath the basket as Washington Wizards center JaVale McGee guards during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, Jan. 26, 2009, in Washington. (AP Photo/Haraz N. Ghanbari)AP - Shaquille O'Neal has proven over the past two games that he can still be a dominant force in the NBA. All that's left is persuading his children he's still a star.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 27 Jan 2009 | 8:51 am

Trail Blazers pull away from cold Clippers

L.A. goes scoreless for first 3:18 of the fourth quarter and it leads to its downfall. The Clippers reserves --...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 27 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Advertisers shell out for Super Bowl spots

Despite the recession, companies pay up to $3 million for airtime -- after all, 100 million people will be watching. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 27 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Lakers' Jordan Farmar returns early and makes a difference

The backup point guard wasn't expected back until after the All-Star break because of a knee injury, but he was ready for Sunday's victory over San Antonio. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 27 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Heat's on as Andy Roddick upsets Novak Djokovic

Roddick advances to Australian Open semifinals with win over defending champion Djokovic, who retires in fourth set because of the heat. Serena Williams prepares for Svetlana Kuznetsova. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 27 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

A new lease on life for NFL in L.A.?

The Chargers, whose stadium arrangement in San Diego makes them the team best positioned to move here, have hired an L.A. marketing firm. Of course, it could all be just another tease. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 27 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Defamation suit against Shane Mosley is thrown out

Judge grants boxer's motion to dismiss the suit filed by Derryl Hudson, his former conditioning coach. Shane Mosley's...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 27 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

UCLA promotes Chuck Bullough to defensive coordinator

Coach Rick Neuheisel decides to hand the job to the former linebackers coach. Carnell Lake joins the staff as well. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 27 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Soon, Howland could have us all Buffaloed

He already has friends who call him Marv Levy, now he just needs to reach the Final Four again, then lose. He has friends who address...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 27 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Sports Business: Yankee Book Is a Two-Person Effort, Written in Third Person

Is “The Yankee Years” Joe Torre’s book? Yes and no.


Source: NYT > Sports | 27 Jan 2009 | 7:50 am

Steelers Owner Dan Rooney Turns His Business Into a Family

The Pittsburgh Steelers’ owner, Dan Rooney, doesn’t always offer players top dollar. But he knows them and greets them with a handshake.


Source: NYT > Sports | 27 Jan 2009 | 7:40 am

Men’s Roundup: No. 8 Marquette Sends Notre Dame to Fourth Straight Loss

Jerel McNeal had a season-high 27 points to lead No. 8 Marquette to a 71-64 victory at Notre Dame, sending the Irish to their fourth consecutive loss.


Source: NYT > Sports | 27 Jan 2009 | 7:09 am

Pettitte Accepts Pay Cut to Return to Yankees

Andy Pettitte signed with the Yankees for $5.5 million, with a chance to make $12 million if he reaches incentives, solidifying the team’s pitching rotation.


Source: NYT > Sports | 27 Jan 2009 | 7:08 am

Stringer’s Widow Settles Lawsuit With N.F.L.

The widow of Minnesota Vikings lineman Korey Stringer reached a settlement with the N.F.L. regarding his death from heatstroke during training camp in 2001.


Source: NYT > Sports | 27 Jan 2009 | 7:07 am

Knicks 104, Rockets 98: Robinson Helps Knicks Stand Up to Rockets

Nate Robinson sealed the Knicks’ victory over the Houston Rockets by stealing the ball from Luis Scola and drawing a foul with 18.1 seconds left.


Source: NYT > Sports | 27 Jan 2009 | 7:06 am

N.B.A. Roundup: Thunder Pulls Away Against the Nets

Kevin Durant scored 9 of his 18 points in the third quarter, when the Oklahoma City Thunder took control of the Nets in a 94-85 victory.


Source: NYT > Sports | 27 Jan 2009 | 7:05 am

Curlin Repeats as Horse of the Year

Although he never faced Big Brown or Zenyatta on the racetrack, Curlin beat them anyway, winning the three-horse race for 2008 Horse of the Year in a romp.


Source: NYT > Sports | 27 Jan 2009 | 7:03 am

Serena Williams Once Beat Roddick; Harder Match Is Next

Fernando Verdasco advanced to the quarterfinals of the Australian Open Monday, as did Rafael Nadal, the world’s No. 1 men’s player, and Jo-Wilfried Tsonga, last year’s runner-up.


Source: NYT > Sports | 27 Jan 2009 | 7:02 am

Roddick to semis after defending champ retires

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Source: SI.com | 27 Jan 2009 | 6:57 am

Steelers' Mike Tomlin credit mentors for his quick ascent

Pittsburgh is in the Super Bowl in the coach's second season with the team. There are a lot of young head coaches in the NFL, and one of...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 27 Jan 2009 | 5:50 am

Handicapping the NFL's return to L.A.

A scouting report on NFL teams that could relocate to Los Angeles. Scouting NFL teams that could relocate to L...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 27 Jan 2009 | 5:40 am

Chris Paul leads Hornets to 101-86 win over 76ers (AP)

New Orleans Hornets guard Chris Paul runs into Philadelphia 76ers forward Reggie Evans (30) in the second half of an NBA basketball game in New Orleans, Monday, Jan. 26, 2009. The Hornets defeated the 76ers 101-86. (AP Photo/Bill Haber)AP - Chris Paul stole the ball and rocketed the other way, spinning a one-handed floater off the glass as he was fouled, then slapping the padding under the basket with both hands in celebration.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 27 Jan 2009 | 5:24 am

New boss for men's tennis starts off on right foot

American Adam Helfant has a reputation as a good listener. It's a trait that's been put to the test in his first week as the new boss of men's tennis.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 27 Jan 2009 | 5:11 am

Justice: Radomski allegations 'a bald-faced lie'

Former Yankees outfielder David Justice on Monday responded to allegations made by ex-Mets clubhouse attendant Kurt Radomski during an exclusive interview with Outside the Lines.
Source: ESPN.com | 27 Jan 2009 | 4:36 am

MWC reportedly pushes for automatic BCS bid

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Source: SI.com | 27 Jan 2009 | 4:36 am

Marquette tops ND to stay perfect in Big East

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Source: ESPN.com | 27 Jan 2009 | 4:24 am

Former All-Star Casey to announce retirement

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Source: SI.com | 27 Jan 2009 | 4:20 am

Royals sign Greinke to four-year deal worth $38 million (Reuters)

Kansas City Royals Zack Greinke delivers a pitch during their MLB American League game against the Toronto Blue Jays in Kansas City, Missouri, April 25, 2008. (Dave Kaup/Reuters)Reuters - The Kansas City Royals have signed right-handed pitcher Zack Greinke to a four-year, $38 million contract, Major League Baseball reported on its official website on Monday.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 27 Jan 2009 | 4:19 am

Pettitte, Yankees agree to one-year, $5.5M deal

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Source: SI.com | 27 Jan 2009 | 4:02 am

Defending champ Djokovic fails to finish, falls to Roddick

Defending champion Novak Djokovic is out of the Australian Open after retiring with a heat-related problem from his quarterfinal against Andy Roddick on Tuesday.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 27 Jan 2009 | 3:39 am

Yankees, Pettitte agree to $5.5M, 1-year deal

The New York Yankees and Andy Pettitte have agreed on a deal that brings the veteran left-hander back for a year.
Source: ESPN.com | 27 Jan 2009 | 3:36 am

Curlin repeats as Horse of the Year

Curlin won in Dubai and Big Brown won at Churchill Downs. Now both have won on Miami Beach.
Source: ESPN.com | 27 Jan 2009 | 3:31 am

Report: Mountain West seeks automatic BCS bid

The nine-team Mountain West Conference is pushing for an automatic berth into the high-stakes, big-money BCS bowl mix, USA Today has reported.
Source: ESPN.com | 27 Jan 2009 | 3:06 am

Houston player suspended for Budinger incident

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Source: SI.com | 27 Jan 2009 | 2:50 am

Gottfried resigns after 11 seasons at Alabama

Mark Gottfried resigned as Alabama's basketball coach Monday, leaving in the middle of his 11th season amid criticism of both the team's play and the departure of a star player.
Source: ESPN.com | 27 Jan 2009 | 2:20 am

Merriman says LT, GM spat 'needs to stop now'

Shawne Merriman says the lights need to be turned out on the public back and forth between Chargers running back LaDainian Tomlinson and general manager AJ Smith.
Source: ESPN.com | 27 Jan 2009 | 2:17 am

Tomlin's Tampa return, the QBs' sad Super memories

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Source: SI.com | 27 Jan 2009 | 2:15 am

Super arrivals: Cardinals and Steelers in Tampa (AP)

AP - The pilot of their airplane stuck a team flag out the cockpit window as the Arizona Cardinals landed in a place few could have imagined.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 27 Jan 2009 | 1:55 am

Blue Jackets' Filatov put on IR (AP)

AP - The Columbus Blue Jackets have placed rookie center Nikita Filatov on injured reserve retroactive to Jan. 18.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 27 Jan 2009 | 1:30 am

Pettitte, Yankees agree at $5.5 million (AP)

In this July, 31, 2008 photo, New York Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte awaits a new ball after giving up a three-run home run to Los Angeles Angels' Juan Rivera during the third inning of a MLB baseball game at Yankee Stadium in New York.  Pettitte and the Yankees have agreed to a  one-year contract that brings the left-hander back to New York. A person familiar with the negotiations said the agreement would be announced Monday,  Jan. 26, 2009.  The person spoke on condition of anonymity to The Associated Press because the sides agreed not to make public statements before the announcement. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)AP - Andy Pettitte's only thought was to stay with the New York Yankees. He had no interest in returning to his hometown Houston Astros.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 27 Jan 2009 | 1:19 am

Cashman hopes Yanks will rally around A-Rod

Brian Cashman thinks the Yankees should rally around Alex Rodriguez following a book in which former manager Joe Torre portrayed A-Rod as a divisive figure in the New York clubhouse.
Source: ESPN.com | 27 Jan 2009 | 12:55 am

LB Morgan plans comeback after '08 retirement

Linebacker Dan Morgan, who retired last year after a series of injuries, said he is planning to make a comeback in 2009.
Source: ESPN.com | 27 Jan 2009 | 12:51 am

Gottfried resigns as Alabama's basketball coach

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Source: SI.com | 27 Jan 2009 | 12:38 am

Confident Steelers arrive in Tampa

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Source: SI.com | 26 Jan 2009 | 10:32 pm

Ward critical to Steelers' Super success

The staple of the Steelers' run of success is hurt. Hines Ward is battling a knee injury, but Damon Hack says the veteran will undoubtedly give his all Sunday.


Source: SI.com | 26 Jan 2009 | 8:45 pm

Revealing excerpt from Joe Torre's new book

In a revealing excerpt from his upcoming book, Joe Torre recounts his bitter last day as Yankees manager and the surprising rift with a onetime staunch ally.


Source: SI.com | 26 Jan 2009 | 6:30 pm

Dokic's estranged father won't show at Australian Open

Jelena Dokic's estranged father has no intentions of traveling to Melbourne to watch his daughter play in the Australian Open quarterfinals.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 26 Jan 2009 | 4:59 pm