CAS dismisses urgent appeal from 2 French swimmers (AP)

AP - The Court of Arbitration for Sport dismissed an urgent appeal Saturday from French swimmers Amaury Leveaux and Aurore Mongel seeking last-minute approval of their TYR-manufactured bodysuits for the world championships.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 25 Jul 2009 | 12:20 pm

Holliday in St. Louie: Star goes to Cardinals (AP)

St. Louis Cardinals' Matt Holliday connects for a double in the seventh inning of a baseball game with the Philadelphia Phillies, Friday, July 24, 2009, in Philadelphia. The Cardinals won 8-1. Holliday had four hits and an RBI.  (AP Photo/Tom Mihalek)AP - Matt Holliday wanted to join his new team quickly, so he hopped on a train with his wife and two sons and got to the ballpark in plenty of time.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 25 Jul 2009 | 11:59 am

Redknapp waiting for Vieira news

Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp is waiting for developments in his efforts to sign former Arsenal midfielder Patrick Vieira from Inter Milan.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 25 Jul 2009 | 11:56 am

No surprise: US vs. Mexico for Gold Cup

Sunday's Gold Cup final at the Meadowlands will have that familiar look when the United States face Mexico.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 25 Jul 2009 | 11:49 am

Rhinos rocked by Buderus injury

Leeds hooker Danny Buderus may not play again this season after fracturing his tibia in Friday's 28-10 loss to Wigan.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 25 Jul 2009 | 11:25 am

Mont Ventoux looms ahead for Lance, Tour

Stage 20 of the Tour de France, a 103.8-mile ride ending with a steep climb up Mont Ventoux.
Source: ESPN.com | 25 Jul 2009 | 11:24 am

Ancelotti wants actions not words

Chelsea boss Carlo Ancelotti says he will not be playing mind games with other managers this season.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 25 Jul 2009 | 11:16 am

Benitez urges Alonso to stay at Liverpool

Rafael Benitez has urged Xabi Alonso to stay at Liverpool, indicating he is not resigned to losing the midfielder to Real Madrid.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 25 Jul 2009 | 10:58 am

Russian swimming team wins free synchro title

Olympic and reigning world champions Russia added yet another gold medal to their collection by winning the synchronised swimming team free competition at the World Championships here on...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 25 Jul 2009 | 10:47 am

F1 driver Hamilton on top again in final practice

Defending world champion Lewis Hamilton topped the times again in Saturday morning's final free practice for Sunday's Hungarian Grand Prix. The 24-year-old Englishman proved his McLaren...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 25 Jul 2009 | 10:36 am

Bolton sign Knight and Ricketts

Bolton Wanderers sign defenders Zat Knight from Aston Villa and Sam Ricketts from Hull City.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 25 Jul 2009 | 10:25 am

Riders set off for Mont Ventoux in Tour climax (AP)

Mark Cavendish of Britain reacts on the podium after 5th stage victory in the 19th stage of the Tour de France cycling race over 178 kilometers (110.6 miles) with start in Bourgoin-Jallieu and finish in Aubenas, southern France, Friday July 24, 2009. THE ASSOCIATED PRESS/Bas CzerwinskiAP - Tour de France riders are off on the last crucial stage, heading for a finish on the dreaded Mont Ventoux as winds swept wildly across its peak.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 25 Jul 2009 | 10:09 am

Riders set off for Mont Ventoux in Tour climax

Tour de France riders are off on the last crucial stage, heading for a finish on the dreaded Mont Ventoux as winds swept wildly across its peak. Alberto Contador has a firm grip on the...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 25 Jul 2009 | 10:09 am

Bolton sign defensive pair (AFP)

Aston Villa's Zat Knight (left) vies with Fulham's Erik Nevland during their Premier League football match at Craven Cottage in London in May 2009. Premier League side Bolton have completed the signings of Aston Villa defender Knight and Hull full-back Sam Ricketts on three-year deals.(AFP/File/Chris Ratcliffe)AFP - Premier League side Bolton on Saturday completed the signings of Aston Villa defender Zat Knight and Hull full-back Sam Ricketts on three-year deals.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 25 Jul 2009 | 9:49 am

Live text - Tour de France

Bradley Wiggins and Lance Armstrong battle for podium places behind Alberto Contador in stage 20, which ends at the top of the legendary Mont Ventoux.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 25 Jul 2009 | 9:42 am

Live text - FP Trophy final

Sussex face Hampshire in the Friends Provident Trophy final at Lord's.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 25 Jul 2009 | 9:29 am

Canada scores two runs in 7th, beats U.S. 6-4 in elimination game

SASKATOON - Canada scored two runs in the seventh and final inning and won their first-round elimination game with the United States 6-4 Friday at the men's world softball championship.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 25 Jul 2009 | 9:21 am

Holliday gets 4 hits in Cardinals' 8-1 win (AP)

St. Louis Cardinals' Matt Holliday connects for a base hit off of Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher J.A. Happ in the second inning of a baseball game Friday, July 24, 2009, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Tom Mihalek)AP - Matt Holliday looked more like a pesky leadoff hitter than a slugger in his St. Louis debut.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 25 Jul 2009 | 9:19 am

Friday's action on the diamonds

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Roy Halladay (left) shakes hands with catcher Rod Barajas as Lyle Overbay (centre right) and Joe Inglett sit on the bench at the end of ninth inning AL
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 25 Jul 2009 | 9:18 am

Cipriani gunning for England rugby return

Out-of-favour England fly-half Danny Cipriani warned Saturday that he is determined to force his way back into the national side with his performances for Wasps. The 21-year-old is not...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 25 Jul 2009 | 9:16 am

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Here are the sports results from Friday American League baseball Tampa Bay 4 Toronto 2 (10 ings) Detroit 5 Chicago White Sox 1 (1st game) Detroit 4 Chicago White Sox 3 (2nd...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 25 Jul 2009 | 9:01 am

Stampeders continue to dominate Lions with crushing CFL victory

B.C. Lions Friday night to show they've taken a giant leap toward returning to last year's form. The humbling loss left the Lions wondering which direction their season is heading. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 25 Jul 2009 | 8:58 am

Medlock boots four FGs, Argonauts beat Bombers without Bruce

of mind as the Toronto Argonauts earned their second win of the season. Toronto went into the game under a cloud of controversy after rookie head coach Bart Andrus left Bruce at home...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 25 Jul 2009 | 8:54 am

Longoria, Rays beat Blue Jays 4-2 in 10 innings

It seems everyone in baseball, even commissioner Bud Selig, has an opinion about where Blue Jays ace Roy Halladay will end up before next week's trade deadline. As for Halladay himself,...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 25 Jul 2009 | 8:53 am

Kelly leads soggy Canadian Open (AP)

Jerry Kelly of Madison, Wisc.,  watches his tee shot on the 7th hole during the first round of the Canadian Open Golf championship in Oakville, Ontario on Friday July 24, 2009. (AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Frank Gunn)AP - Players took dead aim at Glen Abbey's rain-softened greens. A little thunderstorm got in on the act, too, at the 100th Canadian Open.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 25 Jul 2009 | 8:35 am

Live - Hungary Grand Prix qualifying

McLaren's Lewis Hamilton looks to translate practice pace into a strong qualifying display at the Hungaroring, where Jenson Button is also looking for a front row place.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 25 Jul 2009 | 8:29 am

Carter makes return from injury

New Zealand fly-half Dan Carter makes his comeback from a ruptured Achilles tendon on Saturday.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 25 Jul 2009 | 8:01 am

Astros 5, Mets 4: Santana, Mets’ Stopper, Is Unable to Stop the Astros

Johan Santana struggled through six and two-thirds innings while giving up 5 runs and 12 hits, which tied his personal mark for the most hits allowed in a game in his career.



Source: NYT > Sports | 25 Jul 2009 | 7:35 am

The Mets’ Daily Injury Report, and Then Some

As the investigation of Tony Bernazard continued, the Mets focused on the players who are not in the lineup but are trying to return to it.



Source: NYT > Sports | 25 Jul 2009 | 7:32 am

Hughes Has Numbers in Relief, if Not Buzz

The Yankees’ emerging setup man has followed a career track similar to that of Mariano Rivera, a onetime starter who blossomed in the bullpen.



Source: NYT > Sports | 25 Jul 2009 | 7:31 am

Yankees 8, Athletics 3: Yankees Subdue A’s for Eighth in a Row

Joba Chamberlain fired seven-plus dominating innings and the Yankees’ offense caught a few lucky breaks on Friday night, earning their 59th win of the season.



Source: NYT > Sports | 25 Jul 2009 | 7:31 am

For Armstrong, a Change of Course in a Familiar Race

With two stages left in the Tour de France, Lance Armstrong is third over all, and is no longer far down the list of favorite riders among the fans.



Source: NYT > Sports | 25 Jul 2009 | 7:28 am

After a 15-Year Hiatus, Kubek Is Back (Briefly)

Onetime Yankee shortstop and television analyst Tony Kubek will be celebrated by the Hall of Fame for a broadcasting career he left abruptly 15 years ago.



Source: NYT > Sports | 25 Jul 2009 | 7:26 am

Swimming Bans High-Tech Suits, Ending an Era

The sport’s governing body voted to ban high-tech, performance-enhancing swimsuits that cover the majority of an athlete’s body starting next year.



Source: NYT > Sports | 25 Jul 2009 | 7:26 am

Roundup: Focus on Watson, but Funk in Control at Senior British Open

Fred Funk took the lead at the Senior British Open at 11-under 129, a 36-hole record for the event. Tom Watson, the runner-up at the British Open, was seven shots off the lead.



Source: NYT > Sports | 25 Jul 2009 | 7:25 am

A Modest English Club Prepares Off the Beaten Path

While clubs like Barcelona, Inter Milan and Chelsea prepare for their seasons in the U.S., the Burnley Football Club has more humble expectations.



Source: NYT > Sports | 25 Jul 2009 | 7:25 am

Hamptons Journal: A Field of Dreams, With No Cornstalks in Sight

A summer baseball league is bringing some old-fashioned hardball to an area more familiar with paparazzi than playing pepper.



Source: NYT > Sports | 25 Jul 2009 | 7:13 am

Dodgers 'pen falls on its sword in defeat

Relievers cough up go-ahead run in seventh and two insurance runs in the eighth inning of 6-3 loss to Marlins, throwing a spotlight an a troublesome area for the team. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 25 Jul 2009 | 7:09 am

Dodgers 'pen falls on its sword in defeat

Relievers cough up go-ahead run in seventh and two insurance runs in the eighth inning of 6-3 loss to Marlins, throwing a spotlight an a troublesome area for the team.

Fewer than seven shopping days remain until baseball's trade deadline. And if you're wondering what's on the Dodgers' wish list, Friday's 6-3 loss to the Florida Marlins provided a not-so-subtle hint.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 25 Jul 2009 | 7:09 am

Dodgers' hitters are spreading the wealth

Orlando Hudson is on the verge of 50 RBIs, which would give the team five players with at least the many.

Orlando Hudson's next run batted in will give him 50 for the season, allowing him to join Andre Ethier (61), James Loney (58), Casey Blake (57) and Matt Kemp (55) in the 50-RBI club and making the Dodgers the only team in the majors to have that many players with that many RBIs.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 25 Jul 2009 | 7:00 am

Mark Cavendish wins 19th stage of Tour de France

Alberto Contador holds on to the lead; Lance Armstrong remains in third. Mark Cavendish became the most successful...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 25 Jul 2009 | 7:00 am

Failed steroid test scuttles Anaheim mixed martial arts show

Promoter says there wasn't enough time to find a new opponent for heavyweight champ Fedor Emelianenko on the Aug. 1 bill after challenger Josh Barnett tested positive.

Affliction Entertainment on Friday canceled its Aug. 1 mixed martial arts card in Anaheim because it could not find a suitable replacement opponent to fight Russian heavyweight Fedor Emelianenko.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 25 Jul 2009 | 7:00 am

Mark Cavendish wins 19th stage of Tour de France

Alberto Contador holds on to the lead; Lance Armstrong remains in third.

Mark Cavendish became the most successful Briton in the Tour de France when he snatched his ninth win in the 19th stage today.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 25 Jul 2009 | 7:00 am

Dodgers' hitters are spreading the wealth

Orlando Hudson is on the verge of 50 RBIs, which would give the team five players with at least the many. Orlando Hudson's next run batted...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 25 Jul 2009 | 7:00 am

FINA bans bodysuits that have led to spate of world records

The ruling, however, won't be in effect for the swimming world championships now being held in Rome. Swimming...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 25 Jul 2009 | 7:00 am

David Beckham fined by MLS for fan incident

Though the fine is only $1,000, Commissioner Garber says 'players should never engage in conduct that can be interpreted as encouraging fans to come out of the stands.'

David Beckham was fined the equivalent of 81 minutes in salary Friday by Major League Soccer for his actions in confronting a group of Galaxy fans who were taunting him last Sunday.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 25 Jul 2009 | 6:47 am

Joba lifts Yanks to 8th straight

NEW YORK(AP) Joba Chamberlain looked toward Jorge Posada behind home plate, nodded his head at the signal and sent another pitch zipping past Oakland's Eric Patterson .



Source: SI.com | 25 Jul 2009 | 6:12 am

Could Phils land Halladay by trading Happ?



Source: SI.com | 25 Jul 2009 | 6:12 am

Holliday cracks 4 hits in debut as Cards rip Phils

PHILADELPHIA(AP) Matt Holliday hopped off a train, joined his new team and made an immediate contribution before making good contact.



Source: SI.com | 25 Jul 2009 | 6:12 am

Halladay goes 9 in possible last start, but Jays fall

With trade rumors swirling, Roy Halladay pitched a gem in what could be his final start in a Blue Jays uniform. He went nine innings before the Rays beat the Jays 4-2 in 10 innings.



Source: SI.com | 25 Jul 2009 | 6:12 am

FINA bans bodysuits that have led to spate of world records

The ruling, however, won't be in effect for the swimming world championships now being held in Rome.

In the coming days here at the outdoor pool of the famed Foro Italico, when the World Swimming Championships are fully underway, there will be moments of absolute triumph as more records fall.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 25 Jul 2009 | 6:11 am

Gary Matthews Jr. gets his chance to have some fun

Angels outfielder is playing in Torii Hunter's absence, and the team has stayed hot. Gary Matthews Jr. is having...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 25 Jul 2009 | 6:10 am

Gary Matthews Jr. gets his chance to have some fun

Angels outfielder is playing in Torii Hunter's absence, and the team has stayed hot.

Gary Matthews Jr. is having a Charles Dickens kind of baseball season for the Angels. It's his best of times and worst of times.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 25 Jul 2009 | 6:10 am

Talent running deep for Angels

Team is finding that it can rely heavily on its reserves as it surges to seventh straight win.

This was hardly the "A" team, not with names such as Quinlan and Wood and Matthews stretched across the backs of their jerseys.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 25 Jul 2009 | 6:09 am

Talent running deep for Angels

Team is finding that it can rely heavily on its reserves as it surges to seventh straight win. This was hardly...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 25 Jul 2009 | 6:09 am

Rangers' Padilla plans to pitch through swine flu

Texas Rangers pitcher Vicente Padilla has tested positive for swine flu, though his symptoms are subsiding and he's expected to make his next start.



Source: SI.com | 25 Jul 2009 | 5:54 am

Roethlisberger makes first appearance since suit

AMBRIDGE, Pa. (AP) -- Ben Roethlisberger enjoyed a warm reception from Pittsburgh Steelers fans in his first public appearance since being named in a civil lawsuit by a woman who alleges he sexually assaulted her.



Source: SI.com | 25 Jul 2009 | 5:48 am

Real Salt Lake 4-2 FC Dallas

SANDY, Utah (STATS) - Yura Movsisyan knew it wouldn't take much for Real Salt Lake to rally from a two-goal deficit against FC Dallas on Friday night. It turns out the Real Salt Lake striker was correct. Movsisyan scored twice and Real Salt Lake (6-7-5) took advantage of an own goal by FC Dallas' Daniel Torres to earn a 4-2 victory, with all four goals coming in the second half.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 25 Jul 2009 | 5:42 am

Problems thrown into stark relief

Bullpen s shortcomings are on display again, underscoring a need the Dodgers may have to address via trade. There...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 25 Jul 2009 | 5:37 am

Big Ben relaxed with Shaq in suburban Pittsburgh (AP)

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger arrives to make a statement to the media  at the team's offices in Pittsburgh Thursday, July 23, 2009. Roethlisberger says allegations by a Lake Tahoe casino hostess that he raped her a year ago are 'reckless and false.' (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)AP - Ben Roethlisberger enjoyed a warm reception from Pittsburgh Steelers fans in his first public appearance since being named in a civil lawsuit by a woman who alleges he sexually assaulted her.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 25 Jul 2009 | 5:10 am

AP NewsBreak: Sports leagues sue to block betting (AP)

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell speaks to reporters during a news conference Tuesday, July 21, 2009 in New York. NFL commissioner Roger Goodell isn't revealing when he'll decide whether to reinstate Michael Vick now that the former Atlanta Falcons star quarterback has been released from federal custody.  (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer)AP - The four major pro sports leagues and the NCAA sued Delaware Friday, seeking to block the state from implementing sports betting.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 25 Jul 2009 | 5:04 am

Texas Rangers RHP Vicente Padilla tests positive for swine flu

Texas Rangers pitcher Vicente Padilla has tested positive for swine flu, though his symptoms are subsiding and he's expected to make his next start.
Source: ESPN.com | 25 Jul 2009 | 4:45 am

All-Star game special for Sparks' Tina Thompson

The forward says it 'means a lot' because she didn't expect to be on the team and hasn't been playing her best. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 25 Jul 2009 | 4:33 am

Funk leads by 3 shots at Senior British Open (AP)

USA's Fred Funk, right, celebrates with his caddie after hitting an eagle on the 18th hole during round two of the Senior British Open at Sunningdale Golf Club, Berkshire, England,  Friday, July 24, 2009.   (AP Photo/Dominic Lipinksi/PA)AP - Fred Funk shot a 5-under 65 for a three-shot lead at the Senior British Open on Friday.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 25 Jul 2009 | 4:28 am

Cain picks up win No. 12 as Giants hold on, 3-1 (AP)

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Matt Cain works against the Colorado Rockies during the first inning of a baseball game in Denver, Friday, July 24, 2009. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)AP - Matt Cain became the major leagues' second 12-game winner, scattering three hits over seven innings and the San Francisco Giants beat Colorado 3-1 on Friday night to pull even with the Rockies in the NL wild-card race.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 25 Jul 2009 | 4:24 am

Fans send mixed messages on Manny, Beckham

Dodgers star returns from drug suspension and is cheered; Galaxy star returns from a less controversial absence and is booed. Is something wrong with this picture?

Manny Ramirez makes a decision to use a performance-enhancing drug to earn additional millions of dollars from his team.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 25 Jul 2009 | 4:09 am

Fans send mixed messages on Manny, Beckham

Dodgers star returns from drug suspension and is cheered; Galaxy star returns from a less controversial absence and is booed. Is something wrong with this picture? ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 25 Jul 2009 | 4:09 am

Longoria helps Rays get best of Blue Jays in 10

Evan Longoria hit a two-run double in the 10th inning and the Tampa Bay Rays spoiled what could have been Roy Halladay's final start with Toronto, beating the Blue Jays 4-2 on Friday night.
Source: ESPN.com | 25 Jul 2009 | 4:08 am

Yankees roll to eighth straight win

Joba Chamberlain pitched into the eighth inning and allowed two hits, Derek Jeter and Johnny Damon provided the offense, and the New York Yankees beat the Oakland Athletics, 8-3, last night for their eighth...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 25 Jul 2009 | 4:00 am

New pitch has Kevin Jepsen rolling

After struggling early, the reliever has had a resurgence lately and is developing into a quality set-up man.

One thing Kevin Jepsen has learned during his rookie season is not to dwell on bad outings. Not that he's been able to put that lesson to use much lately.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 25 Jul 2009 | 3:41 am

Chamberlain guides Yankees to 8th straight win

Joba Chamberlain pitched into the eighth inning and allowed two hits, Derek Jeter and Johnny Damon provided the offense and the New York Yankees beat the Oakland Athletics 8-3 on Friday night for their eighth straight win.
Source: ESPN.com | 25 Jul 2009 | 3:31 am

Kurt Busch says he's ready to move past conflict with Jimmie Johnson

Kurt Busch is ready to put any issues he has with three-time defending Sprint Cup champion Jimmie Johnson in his rearview mirror.
Source: ESPN.com | 25 Jul 2009 | 3:16 am

Court rules for NASCAR on Mayfield ban

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Jeremy Mayfield is back under suspension for a failed random drug test after an appeals court ruled in NASCAR's favor Friday, issuing a stay on the injunction that gave the driver the right to return to the race track.



Source: SI.com | 25 Jul 2009 | 2:35 am

Portland Trail Blazers offer PG Andre Miller 3-year, $21 million contract

The Trail Blazers have offered Andre Miller a two-year contract with a team option for a third year, a source close to the process said Friday.
Source: ESPN.com | 25 Jul 2009 | 2:12 am

Wozniak's road at Stanford a bit tougher this year

Defending Bank of the West Classic champion Aleksandra Wozniak came out of the qualifying tournament to win her first career WTA Tour title last year. She's in the main draw this year but has the likes of Wimbledon champion Serena Williams and former Grand Slam champion Venus Williams in her path this year.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 25 Jul 2009 | 1:53 am

Nalbandian, Ancic out of U.S. Open due to injuries

David Nalbandian of Argentina and Mario Ancic of Croatia withdrew from the U.S. Open on Friday with injuries.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 25 Jul 2009 | 1:30 am

Top-ranked Safina cruises into semis in Slovenia

Top-ranked Dinara Safina has reached the semifinals of the Slovenia Open by beating beat Maria Elena Camerin of Italy 6-3, 6-0.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 25 Jul 2009 | 1:26 am

Affliction announces end of operations

In a matter of days Affliction Entertainment's "Trilogy" event when from promising the top heavyweight fight in mixed martial arts to being cancelled outright, multiple sources confirmed to SI.com Friday morning.



Source: SI.com | 25 Jul 2009 | 1:20 am

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 25 Jul 2009 | 1:13 am

Top seed Tursunov makes exit in Indy quarters

Top-seed Dmitry Tursunov of Russia finally lost to Frank Dancevic of Canada 3-6, 7-6 (5), 6-2 in the Indianapolis Championships quarterfinals on Friday.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 25 Jul 2009 | 1:13 am

Memphis Grizzlies withdraw offer to free agent Hakim Warrick

Suddenly, another power forward has become available on the unrestricted free agent landscape -- and it could impact Allen Iverson's chances of possibly playing for the Memphis Grizzzlies next season.
Source: ESPN.com | 25 Jul 2009 | 12:58 am

NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL sue to block Delaware sports betting

The four major pro sports leagues and the NCAA sued Delaware on Friday, seeking to block the state from implementing sports betting.
Source: ESPN.com | 25 Jul 2009 | 12:19 am

Steve Spurrier didn't vote for Tim Tebow for preseason first-team All-SEC by mistake

Steve Spurrier is expected to confirm it himself later Friday when he appears at the SEC media days, but it appears we have an answer on who snubbed Florida's Tim Tebow in the coaches' voting on the preseason All-SEC team.
Source: ESPN.com | 25 Jul 2009 | 12:12 am

Fred Funk leads by 3 shots at Senior British Open

Fred Funk shot a 5-under 65 for a three-shot lead at the Senior British Open on Friday.
Source: ESPN.com | 25 Jul 2009 | 12:02 am

Ex-Sixers PG Miller signs with Blazers

LAS VEGAS -- The Portland Trail Blazers have agreed to a two-year, $14 million contract with free agent point guard Andre Miller, a source familiar with the negotiations told SI.com. The deal includes a team option for a third season at $7 million.



Source: SI.com | 24 Jul 2009 | 11:41 pm

Redknapp keen on ex-Gunner Vieira

Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp says he would have no problem in bringing former Arsenal midfielder Patrick Vieira to White Hart Lane.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 24 Jul 2009 | 10:58 pm

South Africa v New Zealand (Sat)

New Zealand star Joe Rokocoko is picked in the starting XV to play South Africa in Saturday's Tri-Nations clash.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 24 Jul 2009 | 10:41 pm

Beckham fined over fans incident

David Beckham is fined $1,000 (£600) by Major League Soccer following his confrontation with a fan during a friendly match against AC Milan.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 24 Jul 2009 | 9:17 pm

Barcelona close in on Ibrahimovic

Zlatan Ibrahimovic has agreed personal terms with Barcelona as he edges ever closer to joining the European champions from Inter Milan.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 24 Jul 2009 | 9:00 pm

Beckham fined $1,000 by MLS for conduct toward fan

David Beckham has been fined $1,000 by Major League Soccer for his conduct toward a fan during an exhibition game.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 24 Jul 2009 | 8:46 pm

Sports leagues suing Delaware to block gambling

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The four major pro sports leagues and the NCAA sued Delaware Friday, seeking to block the state from implementing sports betting.



Source: SI.com | 24 Jul 2009 | 7:48 pm

Maradona: 'We're playing for our lives'

Diego Maradona said what every Argentine football fan already knows - the next World Cup qualifier against Brazil is critical.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 24 Jul 2009 | 6:04 pm

Gerrard cleared by court over bar room attack

Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard has been cleared of intentionally attacking a man in a bar in a dispute over music.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 24 Jul 2009 | 3:06 pm

Cornet makes first semifinal of season in Austria

Top-seeded Alize Cornet beat Barbora Zahlavova Strycova of the Czech Republic 6-4, 2-6, 6-2 Friday to reach her first semifinal of the season at the Nuernberger Gastein Ladies.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 24 Jul 2009 | 3:01 pm

Cuevas upsets Almagro to reach German Open semis

Qualifier Pablo Cuevas of Uruguay has upset Nicolas Almagro 6-2, 6-4 to reach the semifinals of the German Open.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 24 Jul 2009 | 3:01 pm

Injury setback for United skipper

Manchester United have confirmed that captain Gary Neville has been forced to return to England after picking up an injury during pre-season.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 24 Jul 2009 | 10:40 am