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Live text - Tour de FranceThe first stage of the Tour de France is a time trial in Monaco - with Lance Armstrong making his return to the race.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 4 Jul 2009 | 1:13 pm Ronaldo happy to be world's most expensive playerCristiano Ronaldo claims the $131 million Real Madrid paid to extract him from Manchester United is a 'fair price'.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 4 Jul 2009 | 1:02 pm Saturday's gossip columnManchester City close in on Eto'o, plus other rumoursSource: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 4 Jul 2009 | 12:26 pm Live text - South Africa v LionsThe British and Irish Lions look for a consolation victory in the third and final Test against South Africa in Johannesburg.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 4 Jul 2009 | 12:19 pm Live - Venus v SerenaDefending champion Venus Williams takes on her sister Serena for the fourth time in a Wimbledon final.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 4 Jul 2009 | 11:59 am Italian starlet claims United moveEmpoli full-back Alberto Massacci claims he is set to join Premier League champions Manchester United after talks with Sir Alex Ferguson.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 4 Jul 2009 | 11:52 am El Salvador surprises Costa Rica 2-1Osael Romero scored twice to lead El Salvador to a 2-1 victory over Costa Rica in Group A at the Gold Cup on Friday.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 4 Jul 2009 | 11:52 am Agent touts Maicon to MadridMaicon's agent expects big-spending Real Madrid to launch a transfer "offensive" for the right-back, who looks set to quit Inter Milan.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 4 Jul 2009 | 11:52 am Hitler 'got things done', says Formula One boss: reportFormula One supremo Bernie Ecclestone has described Adolf Hitler as a leader able "get things done" in a discussion about dictators during an interview with The Times newspaper published...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 4 Jul 2009 | 11:35 am Kenny keen to seize second chanceRreturning hero Kenny Dalglish has promised to make the most of his second chance at Liverpool after returning to the Anfield club this week.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 4 Jul 2009 | 11:31 am Rush: Owen will be a United starFormer Liverpool striker Ian Rush has backed Manchester United new boy Michael Owen to be a goalscoring success at Old Trafford.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 4 Jul 2009 | 11:28 am Ronaldo vows to justify price tagPortugal winger Cristiano Ronaldo insists the world record £80m fee that Real Madrid paid Manchester United for his services is a "fair price".Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 4 Jul 2009 | 11:25 am Hayden struggles at Laguna SecaNicky Hayden's 4 July weekend celebrations get off to a stumbling start in CaliforniaSource: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 4 Jul 2009 | 11:25 am Harmison not expecting Test callDurrham pace bowler Steve Harmison is pessimistic about earning an England recall for the first Ashes Test.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 4 Jul 2009 | 10:53 am Dodgers' Ramirez hitless in return from suspension (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 4 Jul 2009 | 10:41 am Aussie prop O'Meley to join HullFormer Australian Test prop Mark O'Meley has agreed to join Hull FC on a three-year deal.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 4 Jul 2009 | 10:09 am Chopra completes Cardiff switchMichael Chopra has completed his club record £4m move to Championship side Cardiff City from Sunderland.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 4 Jul 2009 | 10:02 am Phil Jackson says he'll return to coach LakersPhil Jackson will return to coach the Los Angeles Lakers next season, getting a clean bill of health following a record championship season. The Hall of Fame coach turns 64 in September...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 4 Jul 2009 | 9:25 am Phil Jackson says he'll return to coach Lakers (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 4 Jul 2009 | 9:25 am Astana Has a Leader (Maybe Two)The Astana team’s manager had a little problem: Should he designate Lance Armstrong or Alberto Contador as the team leader?
Source: NYT > Sports | 4 Jul 2009 | 8:50 am Alinghi chooses catamaran for America's Cup duelAmerica's Cup defenders Alinghi have chosen a giant catamaran to meet US rival Oracle's challenge, photographs in the Swiss press revealed Saturday. The slender craft with two 27.4 metreSource: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 4 Jul 2009 | 8:45 am Contador v Cancellara showdown could light up first stageYellow jersey favourite Alberto Contador could strike a first psychological blow to his Tour de France rivals when he lines up for the first stage, a 15.5km time trial, on Saturday, ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 4 Jul 2009 | 8:38 am College Stars Sue Over Likenesses in Video GamesPlayers contend the N.C.A.A. and a video game maker should pay college athletes for using their likenesses in popular electronic games.
Source: NYT > Sports | 4 Jul 2009 | 7:36 am Tom Verducci: Fans can't even work up anger anymore at stars such as MannyDodgers fans cheered the return of Manny Ramirez, fresh off a 50-game suspension for violating baseball's drug policy. Many fans no longer seem to be bothered, says Tom Verducci.
Source: SI.com | 4 Jul 2009 | 7:25 am Tigers get by Twins after 5-hour, 16-inning epicPlacido Polanco hit a pair of extra-inning RBI singles, the second giving the Detroit Tigers the lead for good in an 11-9 victory over the Minnesota Twins in 16 innings Friday night.Source: ESPN.com | 4 Jul 2009 | 7:11 am Report: Clemens didn't test positive in 2003 (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 4 Jul 2009 | 7:06 am Lawyer says Clemens didn't test positive in 2003Roger Clemens' lawyer says the pitcher was not among the more than 100 players who tested positive for performance-enhancing drugs in 2003.
Source: SI.com | 4 Jul 2009 | 7:03 am For Manny Ramirez, cheers outdo jeers; Dodgers lead 6-1He goes hitless with a walk in four at-bats before coming out of the game in the sixth inning. One fan yells at him, 'Steroids, steroids, steroids' ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 4 Jul 2009 | 7:00 am Phil Jackson will returnCoach gets positive medical reports. Team still wants to sign Lamar Odom.After the twists and turns of Thursday were finally put to rest, a clear, straight-ahead picture emerged Friday: The Lakers aren't done yet.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 4 Jul 2009 | 7:00 am Americans taking Wimbledon by stormWith Andy Roddick, Venus and Serena Williams, and Bob and Mike Bryan doing the heavy lifting, U.S. men and women earn seven of 12 spots in singles and doubles finals.Wimbledon at a glance TODAY'S FEATURED MATCHES World rankings in parentheses.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 4 Jul 2009 | 7:00 am Andy Roddick comes in from cold to reach Wimbledon finalArmed with a new coach, leaner body and a game featuring more frequent and purposeful net approaches, he upsets Andy Murray to reach first Slam final since 2006. He'll face Roger Federer.The Austin, Texas, airport and Centre Court at the All England Club seldom turn up in the same sentence or even paragraph, but the heady recent plight of Andy Roddick has melded them as evocative benchmarks.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 4 Jul 2009 | 7:00 am Andy Roddick comes in from cold to reach Wimbledon finalArmed with a new coach, leaner body and a game featuring more frequent and purposeful net approaches, he upsets Andy Murray to reach first Slam final since 2006. He'll face Roger Federer. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 4 Jul 2009 | 7:00 am Manny Ramirez is back in Dodgers' victoryOutfielder goes 0 for 3 with a walk in his first game since suspension.Manny Ramirez returned to the Dodgers' lineup Friday. You might have heard about that.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 4 Jul 2009 | 7:00 am Americans taking Wimbledon by stormWith Andy Roddick, Venus and Serena Williams, and Bob and Mike Bryan doing the heavy lifting, U.S. men and women earn seven of 12 spots in singles and doubles finals. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 4 Jul 2009 | 7:00 am Manny Ramirez is back in Dodgers' victoryOutfielder goes 0 for 3 with a walk in his first game since suspension. Manny Ramirez returned to the Dodgers'...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 4 Jul 2009 | 7:00 am Baseball's pharmacy hall of fameWith Manny Ramirez back tonight from his 50-game drug suspension, a look at some of baseball's top players linked to performance-enhancing drugs. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 4 Jul 2009 | 7:00 am Kings land Smyth in trade with AvalancheLOS ANGELES (Reuters) - The Los Angeles Kings have acquired veteran left wing Ryan Smyth in a trade with the Colorado Avalanche, the Kings announced on their website (http://kings.nhl.com)...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 4 Jul 2009 | 6:55 am Reports: Turkoglu headed to Toronto RaptorsFree agent Hedo Turkoglu will join the Toronto Raptors after spurning the Portland Trail Blazers, according to multiple reports. The 6-foot-10 forward helped Orlando to the NBA finals...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 4 Jul 2009 | 6:54 am Reports: Turkoglu headed to Toronto Raptors (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 4 Jul 2009 | 6:54 am Ramirez Returns, but Dodgers Don’t Need HimManny Ramirez, returning from a 50-game suspension for violating baseball’s drug policy, went 0 for 3 and provided little help in the Dodgers’ 6-3 win over the Padres.
Source: NYT > Sports | 4 Jul 2009 | 6:48 am Education of an A.D.: Alberts Is a Quick StudyTrev Alberts, a former all-American linebacker at Nebraska, is trying to revitalize the athletic department at Division II Nebraska-Omaha.
Source: NYT > Sports | 4 Jul 2009 | 6:48 am What Did Shaq Just Tweet? A New Web Site KnowsWith more athletes using Twitter, Facebook and personal blogs, one Web site is trying to provide a centralized place for fans to keep up with the increasing amount of content.
Source: NYT > Sports | 4 Jul 2009 | 6:46 am Lawyer Says 2003 Clemens Drug Test Was NegativeThe disclosure of the test results from 2003, however, has no direct bearing on assertions about drug use that have put Roger Clemens, the former pitcher, in legal jeopardy.
Source: NYT > Sports | 4 Jul 2009 | 6:45 am Rollins’s Strange Slump Leaves the Phillies ColdThe staggering Phillies, who have lost 14 of 19, are wondering just what in the name of Steve Jeltz happened to Jimmy Rollins, their M.V.P. shortstop.
Source: NYT > Sports | 4 Jul 2009 | 6:44 am Yankees 4, Blue Jays 2: Yankees Back Sharp-Looking Burnett With Some Help From Blue JaysThe Yankees struck against the Blue Jays in the fifth inning, with a two-run rally on three walks, a bunt and a passed ball.
Source: NYT > Sports | 4 Jul 2009 | 6:43 am Signing Ron Artest is a smart move by LakersArtest can help the Lakers slow down players such as LeBron James, Paul Pierce and Carmelo Anthony. Staff writer...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 4 Jul 2009 | 6:43 am Signing Ron Artest is a smart move by LakersArtest can help the Lakers slow down players such as LeBron James, Paul Pierce and Carmelo Anthony.Staff writer Mike Bresnahan ties up some loose ends after an unpredictable start for the Lakers in free agency.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 4 Jul 2009 | 6:43 am Sports of The Times: For Soccer to Flourish in the U.S., Its Doors Must OpenCost remains an obstacle to fuller participation by young Hispanics and blacks, but support is beginning to grow in some communities.
Source: NYT > Sports | 4 Jul 2009 | 6:40 am A 66 for Woods Puts Him in the Lead by a StrokeTiger Woods overcame a rough patch to post a 10-under-par total of 130 and blew past Anthony Kim, who missed nine fairways and bogeyed three holes one day after posting a 62.
Source: NYT > Sports | 4 Jul 2009 | 6:39 am High Desert's McOwen hits in 40th straight gameHigh Desert's James McOwen has extended his hitting streak to 40 games with a single in the ninth inning of a 6-4 loss at Rancho Cucamonga. McOwen, an outfielder drafted in the sixth...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 4 Jul 2009 | 6:38 am NHL free agency: Columbus Blue Jackets keep superstar Rick Nash in fold with 8-year extensionThe Columbus Blue Jackets have signed All-Star sniper Rick Nash to an eight year, $62.4 million extension.Source: ESPN.com | 4 Jul 2009 | 6:37 am Manny 0 for 3 in return as Dodgers beat PadresReturning from his suspension for violating baseball's drug policy, Los Angeles slugger Manny Ramirez barely hit the ball out of the infield in the Dodgers' 6-3 win over the San Diego Padres on Friday night.Source: ESPN.com | 4 Jul 2009 | 6:36 am Cheers overshadow boos in Manny Ramirez's returnMany fans welcome Ramirez, who was serving a 50-game suspension for violating Major League Baseball's drug policy, with open arms. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 4 Jul 2009 | 6:22 am Cheers overshadow boos in Manny Ramirez's returnMany fans welcome Ramirez, who was serving a 50-game suspension for violating Major League Baseball's drug policy, with open arms."If he hits three home runs today, he's forgiven.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 4 Jul 2009 | 6:22 am Padres expected to extend Black's contractIt looks like Padres manager Bud Black is going to get a contract extension. Despite having an overall losing record in three seasons, Black apparently has done enough to impress new CEOSource: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 4 Jul 2009 | 6:20 am Padres expected to extend Black's contract (AP)AP - It looks like Padres manager Bud Black is going to get a contract extension.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 4 Jul 2009 | 6:20 am Report: Clemens didn't test positive in 2003Roger Clemens' lawyer says the pitcher was not among the more than 100 players who tested positive for performance-enhancing drugs in 2003. Rusty Hardin tells The New York Times that...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 4 Jul 2009 | 6:18 am Orioles get to Ervin Santana in his returnHe strikes out five, but Baltimore hitters get to him early in a 6-4 win. Ervin Santana's mandate Friday night...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 4 Jul 2009 | 6:17 am Orioles get to Ervin Santana in his returnHe strikes out five, but Baltimore hitters get to him early in a 6-4 win.Ervin Santana's mandate Friday night was straightforward in the eyes of Angels Manager Mike Scioscia.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 4 Jul 2009 | 6:17 am Hedo Turkoglu pulls out of talks with Portland Trail Blazers, source saysHedo Turkoglu has broken off negotiations with the Portland Trail Blazers, a source told ESPN's Ric Bucher on Friday night.Source: ESPN.com | 4 Jul 2009 | 6:15 am Manny did the time, but what about the crime?In first game back from drug suspension, Ramirez is the celebrated straw that stirs the drink, with fans and teammates welcoming him with open arms, no questions asked. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 4 Jul 2009 | 6:14 am Manny did the time, but what about the crime?In first game back from drug suspension, Ramirez is the celebrated straw that stirs the drink, with fans and teammates welcoming him with open arms, no questions asked.Manny Ramirez was released from the substance slammer Friday, ending a 50-game drug suspension whose effects were immediate and overwhelming.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 4 Jul 2009 | 6:14 am Manny Ramirez welcomed back with applause, questionsUpon his return from a 50-game suspension, the Dodgers slugger sidesteps reporters' queries about steroids.The chants at Petco Park started the moment Manny Ramirez stepped into the on-deck circle.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 4 Jul 2009 | 6:02 am Manny Ramirez welcomed back with applause, questionsUpon his return from a 50-game suspension, the Dodgers slugger sidesteps reporters' queries about steroids. The...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 4 Jul 2009 | 6:02 am Strawberry Tart wins Hollywood Park featureBetting favorite Strawberry Tart made a late run and edged Jehan by a half-length to win the $100,000 Flawlessly Stakes at Hollywood Park on Friday. Ridden by Martin Garcia, the...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 4 Jul 2009 | 5:59 am Sprint Cup: Tony Stewart gets pole after rain washes out Daytona International Speedway qualifyingPoints leader Tony Stewart was awarded the pole for Saturday night's race at Daytona International Speedway, getting the top spot when rain washed out Sprint Cup qualifying.Source: ESPN.com | 4 Jul 2009 | 4:46 am Pujols' slam, 3-run ninth lead Cards past RedsAlbert Pujols hit his club-record fourth grand slam of the season, and Jarrett Hoffpauir drove in the go-ahead runs in the ninth inning with his first career hit as the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Cincinnati Reds 7-4 on Friday night.Source: ESPN.com | 4 Jul 2009 | 4:43 am Rafael Palmeiro continues to deny knowingly using performance-enhancing drugsRafael Palmeiro spent some time reflecting before he was inducted into the College Baseball Hall of Fame on Friday in Lubbock, Texas on Friday.Source: ESPN.com | 4 Jul 2009 | 4:39 am Kings acquire Smyth from Avalanche (AP)AP - The Los Angeles Kings acquired left wing left wing Ryan Smyth from the Colorado Avalanche on Friday night for defensemen Kyle Quincey and Tom Preissing and a fifth-round draft pick next year.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 4 Jul 2009 | 4:36 am Sources: Detroit Pistons' Joe Dumars to meet with Avery JohnsonPistons president Joe Dumars is scheduled to have his first face-to-face meeting with ESPN NBA analyst Avery Johnson later this weekend regarding Detroit's coaching vacancy, according to NBA coaching sources.Source: ESPN.com | 4 Jul 2009 | 4:12 am Wimbledon at mercy of Williams sisters (AFP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 4 Jul 2009 | 3:52 am Owen completes stunning Manchester United move (AFP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 4 Jul 2009 | 3:37 am Bowyer races to first Nationwide win of season (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 4 Jul 2009 | 3:18 am Nash signs eight-year extension with Blue JacketsRick Nash and the Columbus Blue Jackets have reached agreement on an eight-year contract extension through the 2017-18 season.
Source: SI.com | 4 Jul 2009 | 3:04 am Wrist injury sidelines Kournikova for rest of seasonAnna Kournikova will miss the rest of the season with a wrist injury.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 4 Jul 2009 | 2:43 am Turkoglu spurns Blazers, could be Toronto-boundHedo Turkoglu has broken off talks with the Portland Trail Blazers and that there is no deal, according to The Oregonian.
Source: SI.com | 4 Jul 2009 | 2:33 am Source: Turkoglu cuts off talks with Blazers (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 4 Jul 2009 | 2:02 am Tiger Woods moves into AT&T National lead with 4-under 66Tiger Woods has moved to the top of the leaderboard midway through the second round of the AT&T National with a 4-under 66.Source: ESPN.com | 4 Jul 2009 | 1:39 am Roger Federer, Andy Roddick to meet in Wimbledon men's finalFive-time champion Roger Federer reached his seventh straight Wimbledon final and will face Andy Roddick for a chance at a record 15th Grand Slam title.Source: ESPN.com | 4 Jul 2009 | 1:39 am For the Williams sisters, things remain the sameVenus and Serena Williams say they do not change their routines when facing each other in singles matches.By the time Venus and Serena Williams prepared for another Wimbledon final, they'd grown weary of people asking them how they prepared for another Wimbledon final.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 4 Jul 2009 | 12:40 am Owen joins Man United on two-year dealNewcastle striker Michael Owen joined English champion Manchester United on a two-year contract Friday.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 4 Jul 2009 | 12:30 am Jackson says he will return to Lakers next seasonLOS ANGELES (AP) -- Phil Jackson is returning to coach the Los Angeles Lakers next season.
Source: SI.com | 3 Jul 2009 | 11:11 pm Roddick makes it banner Wimbledon weekend for U.S.People doubted Andy Roddick. He doubted himself. But his path to the Wimbledon final vs. Roger Federer shows that it was premature to write off the American, Art Spander says. No doubt about it.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 3 Jul 2009 | 10:58 pm India pip Windies to lead seriesIndia take a 2-1 lead with one game remaining in their one-day series against West Indies courtesy of a thrilling six wicket victory in St Lucia.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 3 Jul 2009 | 10:23 pm BoSox in talks with coveted Cuban SSThe Red Sox are in serious discussions with Cuban shortstop whiz Jose Iglesias, according to a league source.
Source: SI.com | 3 Jul 2009 | 8:40 pm New and returning faces in the Champions LeagueThe upcoming Champions League season will be filled with many new faces, but some old friends return, too.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 3 Jul 2009 | 6:52 pm Bill Trocchi: Big-name coaches test acting chops in 'The Blind Side'To give movie an authentic feel, coaches play their 2005 selves.
Source: SI.com | 3 Jul 2009 | 6:19 pm New football league willing to give Vick a contractNEW YORK (AP) -- When the United Football League debuts in October, Michael Vick could be one of its players.
Source: SI.com | 3 Jul 2009 | 6:06 pm Jeff Pearlman: Will Kidd come to conclusion that winning isn't everything?Wins or family? Jason Kidd faces a tough Mavs-Knicks quandary.
Source: SI.com | 3 Jul 2009 | 4:30 pm Chelsea reject $49 million City bid for JTChelsea have rejected a $49 million offer from Manchester City for John Terry and warned Mark Hughes not to bother making an improved bid.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 3 Jul 2009 | 3:44 pm Ross Tucker: Why rookies have no excuse for misbehaviorNFL rookies have no excuses for misbehavior, plus more mailbag.
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