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Source: ESPN.com | 31 Jan 2009 | 12:18 pm

Mickelson misses cut in Arizona

World number four Phil Mickelson misses the cut at the FBR Open after a disastrous second round in Arizona.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 31 Jan 2009 | 12:14 pm

Benitez plays down pressure talk

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez insists he and his side are not feeling the pressure ahead of Sunday's match with Chelsea.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 31 Jan 2009 | 12:04 pm

Serena Williams Wins 10th Grand Slam Title

Serena Williams routed Dinara Safina 6-0, 6-3, winning the Australian Open and returning to the No. 1 ranking.


Source: NYT > Sports | 31 Jan 2009 | 12:00 pm

Serena Williams wins 10th Grand Slam title (AP)

Serena Williams of the United States celebrates with the trophy after beating Russia's Dinara Safina to win the Women's singles final match at the Australian Open Tennis Championship  in Melbourne, Australia, Saturday, Jan. 31, 2009. (AP Photo/Rob Griffith)AP - Serena Williams routed Dinara Safina 6-0, 6-3 Saturday to win the Australian Open for her 10th Grand Slam title and a return to the No. 1 ranking.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 31 Jan 2009 | 11:47 am

Eagle fires McIlroy to Dubai lead

Rory McIlroy spectacularly eagles the final hole of his second round to take a one-shot lead at the halfway point of the Dubai Desert Classic.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 31 Jan 2009 | 11:34 am

Live text - Premier League

Stoke host Man City in the first game on a busy afternoon in the Premier League.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 31 Jan 2009 | 11:28 am

Serena Williams wins Australian Open title

She captures her 10th Grand Slam championship with a dominating 6-0, 6-3 victory over Dinara Safina. Serena Williams...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 31 Jan 2009 | 11:10 am

Physics of ‘the Hit’

Players might not understand the physics of tackling, but they know how to wield it.


Source: NYT > Sports | 31 Jan 2009 | 11:09 am

Serena thumps Safina in Open final (AFP)

Serena Williams of the US plays a forehand return during her women's singles final match against Dinara Safina of Russia at the Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne. Williams won the first set of the Australian Open final against Safina.(AFP/William West)AFP - Serena Williams thrashed Russia's Dinara Safina 6-0, 6-3 to win her fourth Australian Open title Saturday, bringing up her 10th Grand Slam and reclaiming the world number one ranking on the way.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 31 Jan 2009 | 11:07 am

Serena wins 10th Grand Slam, returns to No. 1

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Source: SI.com | 31 Jan 2009 | 10:36 am

Aussie Open: Serena tops Safina for 10th Slam title

Serena Williams routed Dinara Safina 6-0, 6-3 Saturday to win the Australian Open for her 10th Grand Slam title and a return to the No. 1 ranking.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 31 Jan 2009 | 10:24 am

Dominant Urango secures IBF crown

Colombian Juan Urango claims the vacant IBF light-welterweight title with a unanimous points decision over Canadian Herman Ngoudjo in Montreal.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 31 Jan 2009 | 10:14 am

Schlierenzauer wins Sapporo World Cup ski jumping

Gregor Schlierenzauer coasted to his fourth consecutive win and eighth this season leading an Austrian 1-2-3 finish in the World Cup ski jumping on Saturday. The 19-year-old...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 31 Jan 2009 | 10:13 am

Golfer Compton misses cut in Dubai

American transplant golfer Erik Compton's brave bid to make the cut at the Dubai Desert Classic ended in failure on Saturday. Eight months after undergoing a second heart transplant, he...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 31 Jan 2009 | 10:05 am

Serena Williams wins 10th Grand Slam title

Serena Williams routed Dinara Safina 6-0, 6-3 Saturday to win the Australian Open _ her 10th Grand Slam title _ and return to the No. 1 ranking. It was total domination for second-seeded
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 31 Jan 2009 | 9:55 am

Williams wins 10th Grand Slam title

Serena Williams routed Dinara Safina 6-0, 6-3 Saturday to win the Australian Open _ her 10th Grand Slam title _ and return to the No. 1 ranking. It was total domination for second-seeded
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 31 Jan 2009 | 9:52 am

Serena regains Aussie Open crown

Serena Williams sweeps aside Dinara Safina 6-0 6-3 to claim a fourth Australian Open title in Melbourne.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 31 Jan 2009 | 9:46 am

Boxing mourns ex-champ Johansson

Ingemar Johansson, the man who stunned the boxing world by knocking out Floyd Patterson to win the world heavyweight title in 1959, dies aged 76.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 31 Jan 2009 | 9:43 am

Serena takes opening set in Australian Open final

MELBOURNE (Reuters) - Second seed Serena Williams wasted little energy to take the first set 6-0 in the Australian Open women's final against Russia's Dinara Safina on Saturday.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 31 Jan 2009 | 9:17 am

Lagat Wins Mile at Millrose, Tying Coghlan’s Record

Bernard Lagat won the 102nd Millrose Games’ Wanamaker Mile in 3 minutes 58.44 seconds, tying Eamonn Coghlan’s record of seven titles.


Source: NYT > Sports | 31 Jan 2009 | 8:56 am

Nadal a formidable obstacle in Federer's quest

MELBOURNE (Reuters) - Only the familiar figure of Spain's Rafa Nadal now stands between Roger Federer and his seemingly inevitable march to tennis immortality.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 31 Jan 2009 | 8:52 am

Goodell says NFL union profit claims are 'fiction' (AP)

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell speaks at a news conference for NFL football Super Bowl XLIII Friday, Jan. 30, 2009, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)AP - Despite fears of a worsening economy and potential labor problems, commissioner Roger Goodell tried to be upbeat Friday, saying the game was showing signs of being safer and that the league wasn't done tinkering with overtime. In his state of the NFL address at the Super Bowl, Goodell said he was hopeful there would be a new agreement with the union before the 2010 season.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 31 Jan 2009 | 8:45 am

Goodell says NFL union profit claims are 'fiction'

Despite fears of a worsening economy and potential labor problems, commissioner Roger Goodell tried to be upbeat Friday, saying the game was showing signs of being safer and that the league
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 31 Jan 2009 | 8:45 am

Coaches, fans gather for Yow's viewing, funeral

Friends, fans and colleagues of N.C. State women's basketball coach Kay Yow will gather at a church to pay their final respects.
Source: ESPN.com | 31 Jan 2009 | 8:44 am

Torre shocked about uproar over new book

Don't expect an apology, Joe Torre is standing by everything he says in his new book.
Source: ESPN.com | 31 Jan 2009 | 8:43 am

Woodson Is Flattered by Hall of Fame Talk, but Taking Nothing for Granted

The Hall of Fame Class of 2009 will be announced Saturday, and Rod Woodson, a cornerback and safety who played 17 N.F.L. seasons, is one of 17 finalists.


Source: NYT > Sports | 31 Jan 2009 | 8:26 am

Sports of The Times: Talk of Unity Rings Hollow Inside a Divided Union

One has to wonder if the National Football League Players Association’s hierarchy is for the active players, the retired players or its self-interest.


Source: NYT > Sports | 31 Jan 2009 | 8:02 am

Goodell Disputes Union’s Profit Claims

N.F.L. Commissioner Roger Goodell said in his annual state of the league news conference that he was optimistic of reaching a new labor agreement with the players before the 2010 season.


Source: NYT > Sports | 31 Jan 2009 | 8:01 am

Joe Torre can't put controversy on the shelf

In an interview with CNN's Larry King, the Dodgers manager doesn't directly address what could be a key issue: Whether his tell-all book about Yankees will affect his relationship with his current pla...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 31 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Lakers' trip off to a good start

They get another solid effort from Andrew Bynum, and some of the starters don't have to play big minutes before facing Memphis. ...
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Rafael Nadal to play Roger Federer in Australian Open final

Federer again has a chance to tie Pete Sampras' record for Grand Slam singles titles. The chase for history is...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 31 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

UCLA answers its basketball fans' angst

Victory over Cal seems to have answered some questions about the Bruins . . . at least for now. Ever since they...
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Andrew Bynum is playing like an All-Star

Young center has his fifth double-double in a row as he continues to put injury behind him. The All-Star teams...
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Langenbrunner's goals send Devils past Pens

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Source: ESPN.com | 31 Jan 2009 | 7:56 am

TV Sports: N.F.L. Stars Who Took the Pitch and Ran With It

While it is tempting to crown Peyton Manning the greatest N.F.L. commercial star, others players from the past, like Joe Namath, could be considered.


Source: NYT > Sports | 31 Jan 2009 | 7:44 am

Ski Maker’s Idea for a Tribute Is Met With a Scolding Tongue

When a Swiss company debuted skis with the painted face of Gene Simmons at a trade show this week, it didn’t expect the Kiss front man to drop by its booth.


Source: NYT > Sports | 31 Jan 2009 | 7:43 am

N.H.L. Roundup: Langenbrunner Lifts Devils to Another Win

Jamie Langenbrunner ended Friday’s game with a goal four minutes into overtime to give the Devils a 4-3 victory over the visiting Pittsburgh Penguins.


Source: NYT > Sports | 31 Jan 2009 | 7:41 am

Sports of The Times: Phillies Pitchers of Old Revel in Past and Present

Outside, the wind was whipping down Park Avenue, but inside, the reminiscences of two veteran Phillies conjured a day game in mid-July.


Source: NYT > Sports | 31 Jan 2009 | 7:40 am

Tomlin's update: Big Ben 'fine;' Hines 'great'

TAMPA, Fla. -- Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said during Friday morning's news conference that quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is fine for the Super Bowl.
Source: ESPN.com | 31 Jan 2009 | 7:35 am

Celtics spread scoring load, extend streak to 10

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Source: ESPN.com | 31 Jan 2009 | 6:53 am

Warner's wife has new look in return to limelight

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Source: SI.com | 31 Jan 2009 | 6:50 am

Former heavyweight champ Johansson dies

Ingemar Johansson, the Swede who stunned the boxing world by knocking out Floyd Patterson to win the heavyweight title in 1959, has died, a longtime friend said Saturday. Johansson was 76.
Source: ESPN.com | 31 Jan 2009 | 6:32 am

Ex-heavyweight champ Johansson dead at 76

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Source: SI.com | 31 Jan 2009 | 6:31 am

Big Z leads Cavs with double-double in return

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Source: ESPN.com | 31 Jan 2009 | 6:30 am

Source: McNamee's syringes, vials at UCLA lab

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Source: SI.com | 31 Jan 2009 | 6:29 am

Former heavyweight champ Ingemar Johansson dies

Ingemar Johansson, the Swede who stunned the boxing world by knocking out Floyd Patterson to win the heavyweight title in 1959, has died, a longtime friend said Saturday. He was 76. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 31 Jan 2009 | 6:26 am

NHL roundup: Friday's action on the ice

Shellshocked just three nights earlier in their worst home game ever, the Edmonton Oilers made sure their next game counted. Dwayne Roloson stopped 29 shots as the Oilers downed the...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 31 Jan 2009 | 6:22 am

Roloson leads Oilers past Wild (AP)

Minnesota Wild left wing Derek Boogaard (24) gets hit by Edmonton Oilers left wing Steve MacIntyre (33) in a fight during first period NHL hockey action in Edmonton, Canada on Friday Jan. 30, 2009.  (AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Jimmy Jeong)AP - The Edmonton Oilers followed their worst defensive game of the season — and worst home loss ever — with one of their best.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 31 Jan 2009 | 6:18 am

Former heavyweight champion Ingemar Johansson dies at age 76

STOCKHOLM, Sweden - Ingemar Johansson, the Swede who stunned the boxing world by knocking out Floyd Patterson to win the world heavyweight title in 1959, has died, a longtime friend said...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 31 Jan 2009 | 6:02 am

Gordon, Deng help Bulls get past Kings 109-88 (AP)

Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah, left, dunks over Sacramento Kings Spencer Hawes, center, and John Salmons during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game in Sacramento, Calif., Friday, Jan. 30, 2009. (AP Photo/Rich Pedroncelli)AP - Ben Gordon and Luol Deng each scored 20 points and the Chicago Bulls won at Arco Arena for the first time in 12 years, beating the Sacramento Kings 109-88 Friday night.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 31 Jan 2009 | 5:46 am

Pau Gasol won't miss an All-Star moment

Lakers forward is excited about making his second appearance. What All-Star break?
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 31 Jan 2009 | 5:45 am

AP source: McNamee's syringes at UCLA lab for test (AP)

In this Feb. 28, 2008, file photo, Roger Clemens, left, talks with catcher Max Sapp, right, during a workout with minor leaguers at the Houston Astros spring training facility in Kissimmee, Fla. The country's leading doping lab is testing syringes and vials Roger Clemens' former personal trainer gave federal investigators to determine whether the items contain traces of performance-enhancing drugs. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip, File)AP - The country's leading doping lab is testing syringes and vials Roger Clemens' former personal trainer gave federal investigators to determine whether the items contain traces of performance-enhancing drugs, a person close to the case told The Associated Press.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 31 Jan 2009 | 5:42 am

Clippers catch Cavaliers at the wrong time

Zydrunas Ilgauskas returns from injury to help LeBron James put away Los Angeles. Zydrunas Ilgauskas returned...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 31 Jan 2009 | 5:09 am

Butler's rapid rise follows familiar pattern (AP)

AP - It's 7 a.m. in Indianapolis and the city's residents are clearing their bleary eyes and snow-covered driveways.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 31 Jan 2009 | 5:00 am

Cleveland is perfect host (22-0)

With their big man back, the Cleveland Cavaliers looked much more like one of the NBA's Eastern giants.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 31 Jan 2009 | 5:00 am

Eggleston, Penn slip by Crimson

Jack Eggleston scored 19 points, including 4 in the final 1:05, as Pennsylvania defeated Harvard, 66-60, last night at Lavietes Pavilion.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 31 Jan 2009 | 5:00 am

Torre unapologetic about 'The Yankee Years' (AP)

AP - Don't expect an apology, A-Rod. Joe Torre is standing by everything he says in his new book.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 31 Jan 2009 | 4:06 am

Shaq: Longtime feud with Bryant 'all marketing'

Shaquille O'Nealhas claimed Kobe Bryant and Phil Jackson as new allies in a quest for wins, saying a longtime rivalry was simply a marketing gimmick.
Source: ESPN.com | 31 Jan 2009 | 3:54 am

Mickelson misses cut; Watney leads at FBR

Nick Watney shot an 8-under 63 to take the second-round lead at the FBR Open on Friday.
Source: ESPN.com | 31 Jan 2009 | 3:44 am

KG scores 22 in Celtics' 10th straight win (AP)

Boston Celtics Kevin Garnett (5) and Detroit Pistons Rodney Stuckey (3) chase a loose ball in the first quarter of an NBA basketball game in Auburn Hills, Mich. on  Friday, Jan. 30, 2009.   (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)AP - Boston dominated Detroit early in each half and that was enough to keep its winning streak alive.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 31 Jan 2009 | 2:52 am

Watney takes second-round lead at FBR Open (AP)

Phil Mickelson hits off the eighth tee during the second round of the FBR Open golf tournament Friday, Jan. 30, 2009 in Scottsdale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York)AP - Phil Mickelson tied for 121st.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 31 Jan 2009 | 1:49 am

Defoe set for spell on sidelines

Tottenham complete the signing of England striker Jermain Defoe after agreeing a deal with top-flight rivals Portsmouth.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 30 Jan 2009 | 11:44 pm

Real make move for Hammer Faubert

West Ham midfielder Julien Faubert is discussing a loan move to Real Madrid.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 30 Jan 2009 | 11:41 pm

N'Zogbia poised for Magpies exit

Charles N'Zogbia gets his wish for a move away from Newcastle after Wigan reach a deal to sign him, BBC Sport understands.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 30 Jan 2009 | 10:19 pm

Don Banks: Saints coach Payton breaks down Super Bowl

In his Super Bowl breakdown with Don Banks, Saints coach and noted offensive guru Sean Payton expects the Steelers' D to stifle the high-flying Cardinals.


Source: SI.com | 30 Jan 2009 | 8:55 pm

Lawyer: Vick poised for move to halfway house

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Source: SI.com | 30 Jan 2009 | 8:21 pm

Pistons try to remain relevant in East

The Pistons stand at a crossroads, fighting for relevancy in the East.


Source: SI.com | 30 Jan 2009 | 7:53 pm

Michael McCann: Testimony by Estalella, Giambis could spell trouble for Bonds

The testimony of an ex-teammate may spell trouble for Barry Bonds.


Source: SI.com | 30 Jan 2009 | 6:42 pm

Nadal outlasts Verdasco, sets up final vs. Federer

Top-ranked Rafael Nadal outlasted fellow Spaniard Fernando Verdasco 6-7 (4), 6-4, 7-6 (2), 6-7 (1), 6-4 Friday to reach the Australian Open final after the longest match in the tournament's history.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 30 Jan 2009 | 2:14 pm