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Source: ESPN.com | 8 Mar 2009 | 2:09 pm

Deal reached: Beckham back to Galaxy in July

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Korea crushes China 14-0, advances at WBC

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Source: ESPN.com | 8 Mar 2009 | 1:47 pm

Spain into Davis Cup quarter-finals (AFP)

Rafael Nadal rattled off a 6-4, 6-4, 6-1 win over Serbia's Novak Djokovic to put Spain into the Davis Cup quarter-finals.(AFP/Diego Tuson)AFP - Rafael Nadal rattled off a three set win over Serbia's Novak Djokovic to put Spain into the Davis Cup quarter-finals here on Sunday



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 8 Mar 2009 | 1:45 pm

Live text - West Indies v England

West Indies captain Chris Gayle passes fifty on day three of the final Test.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 8 Mar 2009 | 1:40 pm

S Korea advances in WBC with 14-0 defeat of China

Olympic champion South Korea has advanced to the second round of the World Baseball Classic with a 14-0 rout of China in seven innings. South Korea starter Yoon Suk-min picked up the win
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 8 Mar 2009 | 1:16 pm

Nadal bests Djokovic, clinches Spain's win over Serbia

Rafael Nadal beat Serbia's Novak Djokovic 6-4, 6-4, 6-1 Sunday to give defending champion Spain an insurmountable 3-1 lead in their Davis Cup first-round series.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 8 Mar 2009 | 1:15 pm

Strauss favoured for Ashes role

Andrew Strauss is given the strongest indication yet that he will captain England in this summer's home Ashes series.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 8 Mar 2009 | 1:12 pm

Beckham to extend AC Milan loan

MILAN (Reuters) - David Beckham will stay on loan at AC Milan for the rest of the season before returning to Los Angeles Galaxy although his long-term future remains unresolved.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 8 Mar 2009 | 12:59 pm

QPR chief dismisses Ince reports

Sporting director Gianni Paladini angrily denies that QPR have lined up Paul Ince to take over as manager.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 8 Mar 2009 | 12:41 pm

Nadal secures Davis Cup progress

Rafael Nadal beats Novak Djokovic 6-4 6-4 6-1 to seal victory for Davis Cup holders Spain in their World Group first-round tie against Serbia.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 8 Mar 2009 | 12:37 pm

Live text - FA Cup

Championship Burnley are at Arsenal in an FA Cup fifth-round tie ahead of Everton's quarter-final against Middlesbrough.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 8 Mar 2009 | 12:32 pm

Beckham happy with AC Milan deal

David Beckham says it is a "dream deal" to stay at AC Milan and also continue to play for LA Galaxy.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 8 Mar 2009 | 12:12 pm

Beckham confirms Milan switch

David Beckham on Sunday confirmed a deal has been agreed between AC Milan and Los Angeles Galaxy that enables him to stay in Italy until the end of the season. Beckham's current loan...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 8 Mar 2009 | 12:07 pm

T.O. takes his show and shuffles off to Buffalo (AP)

In this Nov. 27, 2008 file photo, Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Terrell Owens pulls in a pass during an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks in Irving, Texas. Owens has found a new team, signing Saturday, March 7, 2009, with the Buffalo Bills only two days after the high-maintenance receiver was cut by the Dallas Cowboys. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)AP - Terrell Owens needed only two days to find another place to play. The Buffalo Bills decided to take a chance on the talented but high-maintenance receiver, signing Owens to a $6.5 million, one-year deal Saturday.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 8 Mar 2009 | 12:07 pm

Beckham confirms Milan switch (AFP)

England midfielder David Beckham, seen here on March 4, has confirmed a deal has been agreed between AC Milan and Los Angeles Galaxy that enables him to stay in Italy until the end of the season.(AFP/Karim Jaafar)AFP - David Beckham on Sunday confirmed a deal has been agreed between AC Milan and Los Angeles Galaxy that enables him to stay in Italy until the end of the season.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 8 Mar 2009 | 12:06 pm

Nadal beats Djokovic to give Spain 3-1 Davis Cup win

BENIDORM, Spain (Reuters) - World number one Rafael Nadal beat number three Novak Djokovic 6-4 6-4 6-1 on Sunday to give champions Spain an unassailable 3-1 lead in their Davis Cup world...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 8 Mar 2009 | 11:58 am

Jiyai Shin wins HSBC Women's Champions (AP)

Ji Yai Shin of South Korea is lifted by her caddie Dean Herden of Australia as they celebrate victory of the HSBC Women's Champions Golf tournament at the Tanah Merah Country Club on Sunday March 8, 2009 in Singapore. (AP Photo/Wong Maye-E)AP - South Korean star Jiyai Shin won the HSBC Women's Champions on Sunday for her fourth LPGA Tour title in eight months, shooting her second straight 6-under 66 for a two-stroke victory over Australia's Katherine Hull.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 8 Mar 2009 | 11:09 am

NZ women stun holders Australia

World Cup favourites Australia suffer a miserable start to their 2009 campaign, falling to defeat against New Zealand in Sydney.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 8 Mar 2009 | 10:44 am

Wenger fears attacks in football

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger believes football could be targeted by extremists and reveals his club had received terror alerts before games.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 8 Mar 2009 | 10:30 am

Mark Steenhuis scores seven as East beats West 27-21 in NLL all-star game

DENVER - Mark Steenhuis scored seven goals and six assists to lead the East over the West 27-21 in the National Lacrosse League all-star game Saturday. New York's Pat Maddalena added...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 8 Mar 2009 | 10:07 am

SCORECARD:

Here are the sports results from Saturday. NHL Vancouver 3 San Jose 1 Edmonton 4 Toronto 1 Ottawa 6 Buffalo 3 Philadelphia 4 Nashville 1 Florida 5 St. Louis 3 Columbus...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 8 Mar 2009 | 9:51 am

Tendulkar steers India to victory

Sachin Tendulkar claims his 43rd one-day international century to help India to a 58-run win over New Zealand.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 8 Mar 2009 | 9:40 am

Saturday's action on the boards

In the expected battle between MVP candidates LeBron James and Dwyane Wade, it was Mo Williams who made the difference. Williams scored 12 of his 29 points in the final 7:12 and James ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 8 Mar 2009 | 9:33 am

Man Utd wait on Ferdinand injury

Manchester United are waiting to discover whether defender Rio Ferdinand will be fit for Wednesday's Champions League return leg against Inter Milan.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 8 Mar 2009 | 9:27 am

Saturday's action on the ice

If the Edmonton Oilers didn't know any better, it was almost as though they were playing a home game. Dwayne Roloson stopped 39 shots and Kyle Brodziak scored two goals on Saturday as...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 8 Mar 2009 | 9:24 am

Sundin's early goal stands up as Canucks beat Sharks 3-1

VANCOUVER, B.C. - The Vancouver Canucks have become the team Mats Sundin envisioned in December when he signed as the biggest free-agent acquisition in franchise history. The Canucks...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 8 Mar 2009 | 9:22 am

Men’s Roundup: Washington Wins Pac-10, and It’s Not Sharing

No. 16 Washington defeated Washington State 67-60 on Saturday to clinch its first outright conference regular-season championship since 1953.


Source: NYT > Sports | 8 Mar 2009 | 9:02 am

Sánchez and Mets Near a Turning Point

Duaner Sánchez has arrived at a crossroads. As the Mets cling to hopes that he could regain his superb 2006 form, new talent has pushed him down the depth chart.


Source: NYT > Sports | 8 Mar 2009 | 8:37 am

Japan 14, South Korea 2: Ichiro Suzuki’s Three Hits Erase Concern as Japan Routs Korea

Ichiro Suzuki led defending champion Japan to a 14-2 victory over South Korea on Saturday and a berth in the second round of the World Baseball Classic.


Source: NYT > Sports | 8 Mar 2009 | 8:36 am

Pittsburgh 70, UConn 60: Pittsburgh Caps Sweep, but Battle Doesn’t End

After outrunning, outhustling and outplaying the No. 1 Connecticut Huskies again, Pittsburgh’s future ranking in the national polls is still to be determined.


Source: NYT > Sports | 8 Mar 2009 | 8:36 am

Jiyai Shin wins HSBC Women's Champions

South Korean star Jiyai Shin won the HSBC Women's Champions on Sunday for her fourth LPGA Tour victory in eight months, shooting her second straight 6-under 66 for a two-stroke victory over
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 8 Mar 2009 | 8:34 am

Netherlands 3, Dominican Republic 2: Without Big-Name Player, Netherlands Lands Big-Time Victory

While the Dominicans tried to figure out how they lost to a team of players they had never heard of, the Netherlands relished the most memorable win in its history.


Source: NYT > Sports | 8 Mar 2009 | 8:22 am

Brian Knapp: Quinton Jackson outpoints Keith Jardine; title shot looms

It takes more than a menacing stare and a cool nickname to beat Quinton Jackson. Keith "Dean of Mean" Jardine learned that the hard way at UFC 96 on Saturday.
Source: ESPN.com | 8 Mar 2009 | 8:19 am

Nick Schuyler released from hospital, attends William Bleakley's memorial

Former South Florida football player Nick Schuyler, the only one of four men to be rescued after their boat capsized in the Gulf of Mexico last Saturday, was released from Tampa General Hospital on Thursday, a friend of Schuyler's told ESPN's Kelly Naqi.
Source: ESPN.com | 8 Mar 2009 | 8:05 am

Rodriguez Weighs a Hybrid Treatment for Hip

With the so-called hybrid option, a modest surgery would keep Alex Rodriguez off the field for only about a month, but he would eventually need a more invasive procedure.


Source: NYT > Sports | 8 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

Yeah, but what Dodgers fan wants to go to New York or Boston?

Text messages from press row . . .

One more reason to cheer Manny Ramirez's return: JetBlue's special $99 "Manny Fan Fare" each way between Long Beach and New York or Boston, or between Burbank and New York. . . .


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

Chad Billingsley would like opening day start

Rotation seems set up to hand him the ball on April 6, but pitching coach says it's just coincidence. Chad Billingsley said he would be...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 8 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

Lamar Odom s mini-decline sparks rise in Lakers concern

After surging in the wake of center Andrew Bynum s injury, the veteran forward has struggled in the last three games, averaging 2.6 points and missing 11 of 15 shots.

For the third consecutive game, Lamar Odom was underwhelming.


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

Wooing NFL players can be more than a zero-sum proposition

In-demand free agents are getting extra millions in their contracts these days, but elaborate recruiting pitches can help seal the deal too. ...
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Bruins settle for second

UCLA rolls over Oregon, but Washington wins to clinch Pac-10 title.

The hobble in Darren Collison's walk did not look good. Neither did the ice pack strapped around his backside.


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

USC beats Oregon State

Walk-on senior Terence Green closes out the victory, but tough road awaits in the Pac-10 tournament.

Every basketball team dreams of getting a chance to rush onto the court in celebration, doing a group hug and reveling in the moment.


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

Lamar Odom s mini-decline sparks rise in Lakers concern

After surging in the wake of center Andrew Bynum s injury, the veteran forward has struggled in the last three games, averaging 2.6 points and missing 11 of 15 shots. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 8 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

Einstein earns historic victory in Santa Anita Handicap

Helen Pitts-Blasi is first female trainer to win the Big 'Cap

Like the floor surrounding a giant Christmas tree, the Santa Anita Handicap had something for everybody Saturday.


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

Wooing NFL players can be more than a zero-sum proposition

In-demand free agents are getting extra millions in their contracts these days, but elaborate recruiting pitches can help seal the deal too.

Have you followed these NFL free agents?


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

Finally, tenacity fit for the Kings

L.A. shows a needed lift in spirit in a 4-3 victory over Minnesota.

So where was this kind of performance two weeks ago, while the Kings were losing nine of 11 games and spiraling toward the bottom of the Western Conference?


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

The book on Manny: He loves L.A.! Boston? Not so much

An excerpt from the book 'Becoming Manny' reveals details of Manny Ramirez's acrimonious departure from the Red Sox and his joyous arrival and honeymoon with the Dodgers and their fans. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 8 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

Dodgers' new spring home in Phoenix is a site to behold

Camelback Ranch is almost perfect, offering fun, sun and relaxation at friendly prices, plus ambience and amenities even Dodger Stadium can't match. Just one problem: Where are the Dodger Dogs?

At first bite, the Dodgers' new spring training stadium appears to be a colossal failure that can be summed up in three words.


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

Angels' John Lackey hopes talks ensure he won't walk

The Angels have begun negotiations on a contract extension for the ace right-hander, who can be a free agent after this season. He'd prefer to have a deal in place before the opener.

John Lackey may warrant Cy Young Award consideration with another big year, but the Angels' ace is going to have a heck of a time winning a Silver Slugger with his current offensive approach.


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

Clippers won't win one for the ripper, even if he owns them

Donald Sterling's tirade has no effect on his underachieving, dysfunctional team. What else is new?

Knute Rockne


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

Bruins settle for second

UCLA rolls over Oregon, but Washington wins to clinch Pac-10 title. The hobble in Darren Collison's walk did not...
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UCLA seniors honored after winning careers

Josh Shipp, Darren Collison and Alfred Aboya put up impressive numbers in Westwood. With a pregame ceremony that featured mothers and fathers...
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Finally, tenacity fit for the Kings

L.A. shows a needed lift in spirit in a 4-3 victory over Minnesota. So where was this kind of performance two...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 8 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

Angels' John Lackey hopes talks ensure he won't walk

The Angels have begun negotiations on a contract extension for the ace right-hander, who can be a free agent after this season. He'd prefer to have a deal in place before the opener. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 8 Mar 2009 | 8:00 am

USC beats Oregon State

Walk-on senior Terence Green closes out the victory, but tough road awaits in the Pac-10 tournament. Every basketball...
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W.B.C. Comes to Town, but Mexico Shrugs

History, politics and economics have conspired to limit Mexicans’ appreciation for baseball, the country’s rich tradition notwithstanding.


Source: NYT > Sports | 8 Mar 2009 | 7:46 am

In Vero Beach, Dodger Blue Fades to Black

Dodgertown, ready for baseball in pristine condition, sits empty, since the Dodgers turned in their keys for good in July and moved their spring training from Florida to Arizona.


Source: NYT > Sports | 8 Mar 2009 | 7:40 am

Kansas tops Texas to claim another Big 12 title

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Source: ESPN.com | 8 Mar 2009 | 7:35 am

No. 6 Louisville dumps WVU for Big East crown

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LeBron posts triple-double as Cavs drop Heat

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Source: ESPN.com | 8 Mar 2009 | 7:28 am

Roundup: Chelsea Stays Perfect Under Hiddink

Chelsea became the first team to advance to the semifinals of the English F.A. Cup after its 2-0 win at Coventry City on Saturday.


Source: NYT > Sports | 8 Mar 2009 | 7:27 am

Mets’ Santana Still Points to Opener

Johan Santana breezed through the 36-pitch session that continued to give him and the Mets hope that he will be ready for opening day.


Source: NYT > Sports | 8 Mar 2009 | 7:24 am

Canucks beat Sharks 3-1 (AP)

Vancouver Canucks' Darcy Hordichuk, right, battles with San Jose Sharks' Jody Shelley during the first period of an NHL hockey game in Vancouver, British Columbia on Saturday, March 7, 2009. Both received roughing penalties on the play. (AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Darryl Dyck)AP - The Vancouver Canucks have won a lot of games lately, but none felt as good as Saturday night's victory over San Jose.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 8 Mar 2009 | 7:11 am

James, Williams pace Cavaliers over Heat

Nobody in the NBA bounces back like the Cleveland Cavaliers. LeBron James recorded a triple double, Mo Williams scored 29 points, and the Cavaliers quickly shook off any hangover from a disappointing loss...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 8 Mar 2009 | 7:07 am

Jordan leads Tulsa to ragged 60-50 win over Rice (AP)

AP - Jerome Jordan scored 15 points, including eight in a row during a second-half run that carried Tulsa past Rice 60-50 on Saturday.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 8 Mar 2009 | 6:34 am

Jack leads Pacers to 106-105 win over Clippers (AP)

Indiana Pacers guard Jarrett Jack goes up for a shot as Los Angeles Clippers forward Zach Randolph (50) defends during the first half of their NBA basketball game, Saturday, March 7, 2009, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)AP - Jarret Jack scored nine of his 25 points in the fourth quarter and made a key steal in the final seconds, leading the Indiana Pacers to a 106-105 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Saturday night.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 8 Mar 2009 | 6:19 am

Rampage outpoints Jardine at UFC 96

Former UFC light heavyweight champion Quinton Jackson won his second consecutive bout, defeating Keith Jardine by unanimous decision in front of a sold-out crowd at UFC 96 on Saturday.


Source: SI.com | 8 Mar 2009 | 6:12 am

U.S. drops Canada in WBC opener

No worries about intensity this time. Adam Dunn and Brian McCann hit two-run homers and the U.S. opened the WBC with a 6-5 win over feisty Canada.


Source: SI.com | 8 Mar 2009 | 5:43 am

No. 4 Pitt knocks off top-ranked UConn again

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Source: ESPN.com | 8 Mar 2009 | 5:24 am

No. 6 Louisville beats WVa, wins Big East title (AP)

Louisville head coach Rick Pitino directs his players during the first half against West Virginia during an NCAA college basketball game in Morgantown, W.Va. Saturday, March 7, 2009.(AP Photo/Don Wright)AP - The high fives started with Terrence Williams and resonated throughout the Louisville locker room after the sixth-ranked Cardinals survived a scare with West Virginia to claim their first Big East regular-season championship.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 8 Mar 2009 | 5:19 am

Homers by Dunn, McCann help U.S. nip Canada

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Source: ESPN.com | 8 Mar 2009 | 5:14 am

No. 3 Pittsburgh beats No. 1 Connecticut 70-60 (AP)

Pittsburgh forward DeJaun Blair goes up for a shot at Connecticut center Hasheem Thabeet defends during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Pittsburgh, Saturday, March 7, 2009.  (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)AP - Two games, two UConn losses, two big performances by Pitt's Sam Young. By now, Connecticut could be excused for not wanting to see the Panthers again, yet the Huskies can't wait for the next matchup. Or maybe the next two.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 8 Mar 2009 | 5:05 am

T.O. inks 1-year deal with Bills

Terrell Owens has found a new team, signing Saturday with the Buffalo Bills.


Source: SI.com | 8 Mar 2009 | 4:58 am

Ross Tucker: T.O.-Bills union might be perfect 1-year marriage

Terrell Owens is ... a Bill? Days after he was released by Dallas, T.O. signed with Buffalo. This strange move could be perfect for both sides, says Ross Tucker.


Source: SI.com | 8 Mar 2009 | 4:22 am

Cavaliers turn down Heat 99-89 (AP)

Cleveland Cavaliers' LeBron James (23) passes away from Miami Heat's Michael Beasley, left, and Udonis Haslem (40) in the first quarter of an NBA basketball game Saturday, March 7, 2009, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Mark Duncan)AP - Nobody in the NBA bounces back like the Cleveland Cavaliers.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 8 Mar 2009 | 3:20 am

Bartoli to take on Li for title in Monterrey

Marion Bartoli of France reached her second final of the year when she beat Jie Zheng 7-5, 6-3 in the Monterrey Open on Saturday.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 8 Mar 2009 | 1:21 am

Busch wins again in NASCAR truck race at AMS

HAMPTON, Ga. - Kyle Busch has held off Kevin Harvick on the final lap to win his second straight NASCAR truck race at Atlanta Motor Speedway.


Source: SI.com | 7 Mar 2009 | 10:52 pm

Bryan brothers stake U.S. to 2-1 lead in Davis Cup

Doubles team Bob and Mike Bryan gave the United States a 2-1 lead over Switzerland in the opening round of the Davis Cup.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 7 Mar 2009 | 9:53 pm

Give props to UConn, but Pitt sure looks like real No. 1

Regardless of what happens in the Big East tourney, Pitt deserves the NCAA's No. 1 seed after the No. 3 Panthers topped No. 1 UConn 70-60, says Tim Layden.


Source: SI.com | 7 Mar 2009 | 9:49 pm

Sweden takes doubles win for 2-1 lead over Israel

While demonstrators clashed with police outside the near-empty stadium, Sweden won the doubles match Saturday to take a 2-1 lead against Israel in the Davis Cup series.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 7 Mar 2009 | 9:20 pm

Rioters arrested at closed arena of Sweden-Israel

Dozens of rock-throwing anti-Israel activists clashed with police Saturday in an attempt to storm a closed arena where Sweden and Israel were playing a Davis Cup tennis match.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 7 Mar 2009 | 5:55 pm