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Source: ESPN.com | 5 Mar 2009 | 2:42 pm

Japan opens WBC title defense with shutout win

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Source: ESPN.com | 5 Mar 2009 | 2:31 pm

Sources: Terrell Owens cut by Dallas Cowboys

The Dallas Cowboys have released controversial wide receiver Terrell Owens, sources told ESPN's Michael Smith.
Source: ESPN.com | 5 Mar 2009 | 2:30 pm

Cowboys Are Said to Cut Owens

The Dallas Cowboys released receiver Terrell Owens late Wednesday night, according to multiple news media outlets, ending an often controversial and dramatic three-season tenure with the Cowboys.


Source: NYT > Sports | 5 Mar 2009 | 2:17 pm

Knicks 109, Hawks 105: Knicks’ Balancing Act Hints at Stability

The Knicks, wearing special uniforms to mark the N.B.A.’s tribute to its Latin players and fans, got 23 points from Larry Hughes in a victory over Atlanta.


Source: NYT > Sports | 5 Mar 2009 | 2:15 pm

Will Rodriguez Play in the World Baseball Classic? It’s the Yankees’ Call

Now that his health is in doubt, the Yankees — not Alex Rodriguez or Major League Baseball — will determine whether Rodriguez plays for the Dominican team.


Source: NYT > Sports | 5 Mar 2009 | 2:11 pm

Mets’ New Home Is the ‘Anti-Shea’

The new stadium corrects many of the worst faults of the old one, which lies in ruins a few hundred yards away.


Source: NYT > Sports | 5 Mar 2009 | 2:09 pm

Ex-Honda team 'seal F1 survival'

The former Honda team are saved and will race in Formula One in 2009, according to chief executive Nick Fry.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 5 Mar 2009 | 2:08 pm

Manny Ramirez of Los Angeles Dodgers puts Boston condo on market for $8.5M

Manny Ramirez put his Boston penthouse condominium on the market for $8.5 million on Wednesday.
Source: ESPN.com | 5 Mar 2009 | 2:00 pm

Smith makes surprise Wolves move

England coach Tony Smith returns to Super League with struggling Warrington, but he will continue to lead the national side on a part-time basis.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 5 Mar 2009 | 1:55 pm

Sprinter Chambers row runs all the way to Turin

British drugs cheat Dwain Chambers may be the favourite for the 60 metres title at the European Indoor championships in Turin this weekend but his latest revelations threaten to overshadow...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 5 Mar 2009 | 1:52 pm

F1 teams unveil radical roadmap to halve costs

Formula One teams unveiled here Thursday radical proposals to halve costs over the next two years and boost the sport's entertainment value. The first round of measures agreed by the...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 5 Mar 2009 | 1:41 pm

F1 teams unveil vision of future

Proposals for major changes to Formula One's future, including a change to qualifying, are unveiled by the body which represents the teams.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 5 Mar 2009 | 1:40 pm

Dick's Sporting Goods' Management to Present at the Bank of America and Merrill Lynch Consumer Conference on March 12th

PITTSBURGH, March 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Dick's Sporting Goods, Inc. (NYSE: DKS) today announced that management will participate in the Bank of America and Merrill...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 5 Mar 2009 | 1:30 pm

Chelsea's Ashley Cole 'arrested'

Chelsea and England footballer Ashley Cole is arrested on suspicion of being drunk and disorderly.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 5 Mar 2009 | 1:19 pm

Video study will help SAfricans - Smith

South African captain Graeme Smith said Thursday his team would put video analysis to good use when they try to level the series against Australia in the second Test starting at Kingsmead...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 5 Mar 2009 | 1:05 pm

Japan opens WBC title defense with win over China

Japan began the defense of its title with a 4-0 win over China in Thursday's opening game of the World Baseball Classic. Seattle Mariners outfielder Ichiro Suzuki went hitless in five...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 5 Mar 2009 | 1:04 pm

New Balance Launches Total Fit Global Brand Campaign

Campaign Showcases Brand's Commitment to Delivering the Perfect Fit As Promise to Increase the Love of Running BOSTON, March 5 /PRNewswire/ --...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 5 Mar 2009 | 1:03 pm

Lock Jones handed Wales captaincy

Alun Wyn Jones will captain a Wales side showing 10 changes for their Six Nations match away to Italy.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 5 Mar 2009 | 1:00 pm

F1 team bosses launch roadmap to save their sport amid the financial crisis

GENEVA - Formula One team bosses have unveiled plans designed to save the sport amid the world financial crisis. The Formula One Teams Association, which represents the 10 current ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 5 Mar 2009 | 12:56 pm

Goodall opens for GB in Davis Cup

Josh Goodall will spearhead Britain's bid for Davis Cup victory against Ukraine after being drawn to play Ilya Marchenko in the opening singles match.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 5 Mar 2009 | 12:55 pm

Japan beats China in World Baseball Classic opener

Japan has begun the defense of its title with a 4-0 win over China in the opening game of the World Baseball Classic. Seattle Mariners outfielder Ichiro Suzuki went hitless in five...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 5 Mar 2009 | 12:51 pm

Singh, Brown share Thailand golf open lead

India's Digvijay Singh and Australian Mitchell Brown fired seven-under-par 63s to share the first round lead in the 500,000-dollar Thailand Open on Thursday. The leading duo, searching...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 5 Mar 2009 | 12:48 pm

Report: Cowboys to cut star receiver Terrell Owens (AP)

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Terrell Owens (81) stands on the sidelines at the end of an NFL football game against Philadelphia Eagles in this Dec. 28, 2008 file photo, in Philadelphia. Terrell Owens' days in Dallas are done, according to ESPN. ESPN cited anonymous sources Wednesday night March 4, 2009 in saying that the Cowboys have decided to cut the receiver, ridding them of a big locker-room distraction but also absorbing a big hit on their salary cap. (AP Photo/Mel Evans, File)AP - Terrell Owens' days in Dallas are done, according to ESPN. ESPN cited anonymous sources Wednesday night in saying that the Cowboys have decided to cut the receiver, ridding them of a big locker-room distraction but also absorbing a big hit on their salary cap.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 5 Mar 2009 | 12:36 pm

Report: Cowboys to cut star receiver Terrell Owens

Terrell Owens' days in Dallas are done, according to ESPN. ESPN cited anonymous sources Wednesday night in saying that the Cowboys have decided to cut the receiver, ridding them of a big
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 5 Mar 2009 | 12:34 pm

Ashley Cole arrested after drunken rant: reports (AFP)

Chelsea's English defender Ashley Cole in action during their Premier League match against Liverpool at Stamford Bridge, London, 2008. Cole was arrested for being drunk and disorderly overnight Thursday, reports and police said.(AFP/File/Glyn Kirk)AFP - Chelsea and England defender Ashley Cole was arrested for being drunk and disorderly overnight Thursday, reports and police said.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 5 Mar 2009 | 12:30 pm

Collingwood admits to IPL doubts

England star Paul Collingwood says he has security worries about playing in the IPL although he still expects to play in the tournament.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 5 Mar 2009 | 12:21 pm

Chambers and Farah head GB hopes

Dwain Chambers and Mo Farah carry Britain's medal hopes at this weekend's European Indoor Championships in Turin.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 5 Mar 2009 | 11:44 am

Pakistan's tour of Bangladesh off

Pakistan's tour of Bangladesh is postponed because of security concerns in the wake of the Lahore attacks.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 5 Mar 2009 | 11:37 am

Tiredness not a problem - O'Neill

Aston Villa boss Martin O'Neill rejects suggestions that his Champions League-chasing side are running out of steam.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 5 Mar 2009 | 11:13 am

Lalime makes 38 saves to lead Sabres past Habs 5-1 (AP)

Buffalo Sabres goalie Patrick Lalime, left, makes a save as Montreal Canadiens' Alex Kovalev (27) is tripped by Buffalo Sabres' Andrej Sekera (44), of Slovakia, during the first period of the NHL hockey game at HSBC Arena in Buffalo, N.Y., Wednesday, March 4, 2009. The Sabres won 5-1. (AP Photo/Dean Duprey)AP - Sabres coach Lindy Ruff was afraid that the changes Buffalo made at the NHL trade deadline might be a distraction.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 5 Mar 2009 | 10:37 am

Boozer's double-double helps Jazz win 9th in row (AP)

Utah Jazz forward Carlos Boozer, right, and Houston Rockets center Yao Ming, left, of China, battle for a loose ball as the Rockets' Carl Landry, foreground, looks on during the fourth period of am NBA basketball game in Salt Lake City, Wednesday, March 4, 2009.  (AP Photo/Colin Braley)AP - After four months of patching together a lineup, the Utah Jazz finally have some depth, just in time for the playoff stretch.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 5 Mar 2009 | 10:36 am

No. 14 Zags rising heading into WCC tournament (AP)

Gonzaga seniors Andrew Sorenson (11), Ira Brown (50), and Micah Downs (22) celebrate Chris Pontarolo-Maag's first points of the game at Senior Night during a NCAA college basketball game against South Carolina Upstate in Spokane, Wash., Tuesday, March 3, 2009. (AP Photo/Rajah Bose)AP - When No. 14 Gonzaga lost four of five games to close 2008, some observers wondered if this much-ballyhooed Zags team was overrated.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 5 Mar 2009 | 9:01 am

Dodgers get their Manny with $45M, 2-year deal (AP)

In this  Sept. 6, 2008, file photo  Los Angeles Dodgers' Manny Ramirez hits a three-run home run in the fifth inning of a National League baseball game in Los Angeles. Ramirez and the Dodgers reached a preliminary agreement Wednesday, March 4, 2009, on a $45 million, two-year contract following months of talks. (AP Photo/Reed Saxon, File)AP - The Dodgers got their Manny, and all it took after weeks of wrangling was an early morning get-together bringing both sides to owner Frank McCourt's house.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 5 Mar 2009 | 9:01 am

At Avery’s First Rangers Practice, It’s Hugs All Around

Sean Avery was all smiles upon his return to the Rangers on Wednesday, his old team having rescued him from hockey exile after the Dallas Stars cast him off.


Source: NYT > Sports | 5 Mar 2009 | 8:19 am

Shaquille O'Neal: Magic coach Stan Van Gundy is 'a master of panic'

Shaquille O'Neal flopped against Orlando center Dwight Howard. Now he's standing up to Magic coach Stan Van Gundy.
Source: ESPN.com | 5 Mar 2009 | 8:14 am

N.F.L. Roundup: Warner Signs Two-Year Contract With Cardinals

Kurt Warner is staying with the Arizona Cardinals, agreeing to a two-year, $23 million contract. The deal includes a $15 million signing bonus.


Source: NYT > Sports | 5 Mar 2009 | 8:11 am

Phil Jackson gives Lakers the day off

Kobe Bryant says tired team can use it to their advantage.

After nine games in 15 days, the Lakers wrapped their arms around something different -- a break.


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 5 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

Manny Ramirez's deal with Dodgers is a lesson in leverage

Both sides can claim victory, with the team sticking to a two-year, $45-million deal and the slugger getting no-trade and opt-out clauses. But negotiations show sobering realities. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 5 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

Kids that love sports are depression-proof

His 6-year-old and his T-ball friends approach the game, and life, with such zest. If this is a Depression, they must think, what are the good times going to be like? ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 5 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

WBC has made a world of difference to Ichiro and Hideki Matsui

The Mariners outfielder was viewed as stoic, and the Yankees slugger was beloved, in their home country until Ichiro represented Japan at the first WBC, while Matsui stayed with the Yankees. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 5 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

Jeff Mathis' defense earns him playing time at catcher for Angels

Mathis can't hit nearly as well as Mike Napoli, but Angels Manager Mike Scioscia places a premium on stopping runs.

From a glance at the offensive numbers, Jeff Mathis has no business catching ahead of Mike Napoli .


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 5 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

Jeff Mathis' defense earns him playing time at catcher for Angels

Mathis can't hit nearly as well as Mike Napoli, but Angels Manager Mike Scioscia places a premium on stopping runs. From a glance at the...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 5 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

Manny Ramirez back in blue

Slugger finally re-signs in a $45-million deal, but he can opt out after one season. Walking by a crowd that had...
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Ducks trade Moen, Pahlsson, Huskins, Montador; Kings trade O'Sullivan

Local teams are busy at the trading deadline, but Anaheim GM Murray does most of the dealing. Bob Murray put his...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 5 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

Juan Pierre is unsure of his status now

He's happy Manny is with the team, but doesn't know what this does to his role on the club. Juan Pierre said he was expecting Manny Ramirez...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 5 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

At trading deadline, Ducks stay in the hunt as Kings stay out of it

Ducks get good returns for players who couldn't commit, showing they want to try to make the playoffs now. Kings make lone move that signals fans will have to wait some more. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 5 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

Manny Ramirez back in blue

Slugger finally re-signs in a $45-million deal, but he can opt out after one season.

Walking by a crowd that had assembled in front of the Dodgers' clubhouse, James Loney smiled.


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 5 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

The Dodgers just got a lot more interesting

Text messages from press row...

Rhapsody in blue: No. 99 is back. . . .


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 5 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

Juan Pierre is unsure of his status now

He's happy Manny is with the team, but doesn't know what this does to his role on the club.

Juan Pierre said he was expecting Manny Ramirez to re-sign with the Dodgers. But he had no answers Wednesday when asked how this affected his future with the Dodgers.


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 5 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

Report: Terrell Owens cut by Cowboys

The controversial receiver appears to be done with Dallas. Terrell Owens' days in Dallas are done, according to ESPN.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 5 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

At trading deadline, Ducks stay in the hunt as Kings stay out of it

Ducks get good returns for players who couldn't commit, showing they want to try to make the playoffs now. Kings make lone move that signals fans will have to wait some more.

The Ducks became deeper up the middle and on defense in the frantic hours before Wednesday's trading deadline, getting good returns for players who had won Stanley Cup rings but wouldn't commit to staying through a roster renovation.


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 5 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

WBC has made a world of difference to Ichiro and Hideki Matsui

The Mariners outfielder was viewed as stoic, and the Yankees slugger was beloved, in their home country until Ichiro represented Japan at the first WBC, while Matsui stayed with the Yankees.

Ichiro Suzuki and Hideki Matsui have been the greatest Japanese baseball players of their generation, excelling in the American major leagues just as they did at home.


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 5 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

Bruins' season has gone to seedings

UCLA can still make a difference in its tournament position in the next two weeks.

A few of the UCLA players, the seniors, remember what it feels like.


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 5 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

Manny Ramirez will help the lineup, but can he pitch?

The Dodgers' fate ultimately lies in a staff filled with unproven youngsters and veterans trying to prove they have something left.

Manny doesn't do losers.


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 5 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

Manny Ramirez's deal with Dodgers is a lesson in leverage

Both sides can claim victory, with the team sticking to a two-year, $45-million deal and the slugger getting no-trade and opt-out clauses. But negotiations show sobering realities.

Hurray for Mannywood.


Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 5 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

Bruins' season has gone to seedings

UCLA can still make a difference in its tournament position in the next two weeks. A few of the UCLA players,...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 5 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

Cowboys release wide receiver Owens: report (Reuters)

Reuters - The Dallas Cowboys have released controversial wide receiver Terrell Owens, the Dallas Morning News reported Wednesday.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 5 Mar 2009 | 7:42 am

Now Calling Pitches, Not Signals

Chris Smelley was a quarterback for South Carolina for three seasons, before returning home to play baseball for Alabama.


Source: NYT > Sports | 5 Mar 2009 | 7:24 am

Santana Says He Expects to Pitch Mets’ Opener

A day after the pitching coach Dan Warthen all but guaranteed that Johan Santana would not start the April 6 opener, Santana said he believed otherwise.


Source: NYT > Sports | 5 Mar 2009 | 7:23 am

Ramírez Signs Two-Year Deal, Ending Stalemate With Dodgers

Manny Ramírez and the Los Angeles Dodgers have reached a preliminary agreement on a $45 million, two-year contract following months of talks.


Source: NYT > Sports | 5 Mar 2009 | 7:21 am

Bernie Williams Casts Look Toward the Majors

After only two exhibition games, Bernie Williams said there had been moments when he wondered if he could play in the major leagues again.


Source: NYT > Sports | 5 Mar 2009 | 7:20 am

Cowboys release Owens

The Cowboys reportedly have released Terrell Owens just a few weeks after owner Jerry Jones indicated that the controversial receiver was staying put.


Source: SI.com | 5 Mar 2009 | 6:54 am

Mavs step up after Cuban bashing, topple Spurs

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Source: ESPN.com | 5 Mar 2009 | 6:48 am

Broussard's RBI single in 9th lifts White Sox (AP)

AP - Ben Broussard's single drove in Josh Kroeger from second base with the winning run in the ninth inning to lift the Chicago White Sox to a 7-6 win over the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday night in a split squad game for both teams.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 5 Mar 2009 | 6:39 am

Cavs become first team to clinch playoff spot

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Source: ESPN.com | 5 Mar 2009 | 6:04 am

No. 12 Mizzou knocks No. 5 Sooners off perch

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Source: ESPN.com | 5 Mar 2009 | 5:39 am

No. 4 Pitt rallies from nine down vs. Marquette

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Source: ESPN.com | 5 Mar 2009 | 5:17 am

Celtics comfortable with the presence of the mercurial Marbury

No problems so far with the Celtics' Marbury experiment, but it's early.


Source: SI.com | 5 Mar 2009 | 4:47 am

Agent: Warner agrees to 2-year deal with Cards

PHOENIX (AP) -- Agent says Kurt Warner staying with Arizona, agreeing to two-year, $23 million contract.


Source: SI.com | 5 Mar 2009 | 4:23 am

Private search begins for NFL players, third man missing in Gulf

Private boats and planes searched Wednesday for two NFL players and a third man missing for four days since their boat capsized in the Gulf of Mexico off Florida, family members said.
Source: ESPN.com | 5 Mar 2009 | 4:10 am

Unhappy return for Shaq, as Heat top Suns (AP)

AP - Dwyane Wade gave Shaquille O'Neal plenty of wins with the Miami Heat. Wade wasn't being cooperative this time with O'Neal in an opponent's jersey.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 5 Mar 2009 | 3:22 am

Michael Farber: Trade period ends with lots of deals, little buzz

There was a lot of movement, but no A-listers were dealt at the deadline. Michael Farber feels the Flames ended up with the day's best player -- Olli Jokinen.


Source: SI.com | 5 Mar 2009 | 3:00 am

Shaq rips Magic's Van Gundy for flop comment

MIAMI (AP) -- Shaquille O'Neal flopped against Orlando center Dwight Howard. Now he's standing up to Magic coach Stan Van Gundy.


Source: SI.com | 5 Mar 2009 | 2:49 am

Cavaliers clinch playoff spot with win over Bucks (AP)

Cleveland Cavaliers' LeBron James (23) is fouled by Milwaukee Bucks' Francisco Elson during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, March 4, 2009, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Mark Duncan)AP - LeBron James scored 23 points, Delonte West had 13 and a career-high eight steals and the Cleveland Cavaliers became the first team to clinch a spot in the NBA playoffs by beating the Milwaukee Bucks 91-73 on Wednesday night in a potential first-round series preview.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 5 Mar 2009 | 2:35 am

Li, Zheng reach first career quarterfinals in Monterrey

Chinese players Li Na and Jie Zheng reached their first quarterfinals of the year at the new Monterrey Open on Wednesday.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 5 Mar 2009 | 1:26 am

Ravens reach multiyear deals with Lewis, Birk

OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) -- The Baltimore Ravens have agreed to terms with middle linebacker Ray Lewis on a multiyear contract.


Source: SI.com | 5 Mar 2009 | 12:55 am

Sweden-Israel Davis Cup tie overshadowed by politics

Sweden hosts a Davis Cup series this week in an empty stadium because of world politics for the second time in its history.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 4 Mar 2009 | 11:05 pm

Jon Heyman: All's well that ends well -- Dodgers buzzing about Manny's return

Joy in Dodgerland: Players thrilled Manny will soon be in blue again.


Source: SI.com | 4 Mar 2009 | 11:02 pm

Jeff Pearlman: Tragedy at sea brings back chilling memories of Anthony Latham

Tragedy at sea brings back chilling memories of another pro athlete.


Source: SI.com | 4 Mar 2009 | 9:47 pm

Why a once-proud NFL franchise is slipping

Yet another sign that the 49ers are a franchise that is going nowhere.


Source: SI.com | 4 Mar 2009 | 8:23 pm

Manny, Dodgers agree to $45M deal

GLENDALE, Ariz. -- Manny Ramirez and the Dodgers have agreed to a contract and the deal could be announced later today.


Source: SI.com | 4 Mar 2009 | 6:58 pm

Nadal fit, ready to go against Serbia

Rafael Nadal is fit enough to play for defending champion Spain in the Davis Cup tie against Serbia this weekend.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 4 Mar 2009 | 1:16 pm

ITF postpones junior tournament in Pakistan

A junior tennis tournament scheduled this month in Karachi, Pakistan, was called off by the International Tennis Federation because of security concerns in the wake of attack on Sri Lanka's cricket team.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 4 Mar 2009 | 1:16 pm