Paine receives Australia call-up

Australia call up Tim Paine as extra wicketkeeping cover for this week's decisive Ashes Test at The Oval.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 17 Aug 2009 | 4:26 am

Sunderland eye Mensah loan deal

Sunderland hope to secure the season-long loan signing of Lyon defender John Mensah within the next 48 hours.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 17 Aug 2009 | 4:17 am

Ireland hails change in City attitude

Stephen Ireland believes an improved attitude amongst the Manchester City players will lead to a successful season for the big-spenders.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 17 Aug 2009 | 4:16 am

Yang stuns Tiger to become 1st Asian to win major (AP)

Y.E. Yang, of South Korea, celebrates after winning the 91st PGA Championship at the Hazeltine National Golf Club in Chaska, Minn., Sunday, Aug. 16, 2009. Behind his Tiger Woods. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)AP - Knowing his last remaining challenger was about to make birdie, he chipped in from 60 feet for an eagle. The crowd roared, and he responded with a scream and a fist pump.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 17 Aug 2009 | 4:15 am

Premiership Action, Aug. 15-16

We bring you explosive images from the Premier League's eagerly anticipated opening weekend!
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 17 Aug 2009 | 4:06 am

Wenger sympathizes with Toffees

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has sympathy for Everton boss David Moyes over the continued uncertainty surrounding Joleon Lescott.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 17 Aug 2009 | 3:59 am

Vlasic looking to defend world title in high jump

Croatian high jumper Blanka Vlasic said it's easier to get to the top than stay there _ and she's using that as motivation to defend her world champion status. "I know I'm ready," Vlasic
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 17 Aug 2009 | 3:54 am

China's Harbin awaits approval for 2018 Winter bid

BEIJING (Reuters) - Harbin is awaiting approval from China's cabinet before launching a bid to host the 2018 Winter Olympics, an official at the city's sports bureau told Reuters.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 17 Aug 2009 | 3:48 am

Make hay while the sun shines

Our Nick Webster praises Arsenal's Premiership opening day salvo but is cautious over handing them the title just yet.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 17 Aug 2009 | 3:46 am

Bolt inspires Robles in hunt for world hurdles title

Cuban Dayron Robles will take inspiration from Usain Bolt's world record-breaking performance in the 100m when he takes to the track in his own discipline, the 110m hurdles. In the...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 17 Aug 2009 | 3:33 am

Warner insists UKA did help Ennis

UK Athletics chairman Ed Warner has hit back at suggestions that the governing body hindered the progress of newly-crowned world heptathlon champion Jessica Ennis.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 17 Aug 2009 | 3:33 am

Bolt sets sights on 9.4 seconds

Triple Olympic champion Usain Bolt targets the 9.4 second barrier for the 100m after setting an extraordinary new world record of 9.58 seconds at the World Championships.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 17 Aug 2009 | 2:39 am

Renault set for Euro ban hearing

Renault's appeal against the team's suspension from this weekend's European Grand Prix will be heard on Monday.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 17 Aug 2009 | 2:29 am

Former Jaguars receiver faces disposition hearing

Former Jacksonville Jaguars receiver Jimmy Smith is scheduled to be in court to resolve drug charges filed against him in April. He is scheduled to appear Monday in Jacksonville on...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 17 Aug 2009 | 2:27 am

Former Jaguars receiver faces disposition hearing (AP)

AP - Former Jacksonville Jaguars receiver Jimmy Smith is scheduled to be in court to resolve drug charges filed against him in April.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 17 Aug 2009 | 2:27 am

'Foolish' to dismiss City - Ferguson

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson believes it would be "foolish" to ignore the threat posed by Manchester City this season.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 17 Aug 2009 | 2:18 am

Renault F1 appeals over European Grand Prix ban (AP)

AP - Renault's appeal against its suspension from the European Grand Prix began Monday, with the French team hoping to overturn the decision so that two-time world champion Fernando Alonso can take part in Sunday's Formula One race.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 17 Aug 2009 | 2:17 am

Renault F1 appeals over European Grand Prix ban

Renault's appeal against its suspension from the European Grand Prix began Monday, with the French team hoping to overturn the decision so that two-time world champion Fernando Alonso can...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 17 Aug 2009 | 2:17 am

Saints' John Carney still kicking after 21 years

John Carney was born the same year the Beatles played their first concert in the United States. He kicked his first NFL field goal when Ronald Reagan was in the White House. And a few...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 17 Aug 2009 | 2:13 am

Move from Georgia to Cowboys rejuvenates Brooking

Keith Brooking realized how different things really were while on the way to his first training camp with the Dallas Cowboys. After a flight from Georgia, where he had spent his entire...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 17 Aug 2009 | 2:13 am

Tweet this: Jets encourage players to use Twitter

Kerry Rhodes logs on to Twitter nearly everyday and tweets about pretty much anything his 12,422 followers _ and counting _ bring up. That includes the New England Patriots fan who...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 17 Aug 2009 | 2:12 am

With 100 title and record, Bolt chases gold in 200

Barely an hour after shattering his 100-meter world record for a first world title, Usain Bolt was stretching and jogging at the Olympic Stadium. After all, one year ago, he followed up...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 17 Aug 2009 | 2:12 am

Vickers outlasts Johnson in fuel duel at Michigan (AP)

Brian Vickers holds the trophy after winning the NASCAR Carfax 400 Sprint Cup Series auto race at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn, Mich., Sunday, Aug. 16, 2009. (AP Photo/Bob Brodbeck)AP - After winning three straight championships, Jimmie Johnson and the No. 48 team have proved themselves masters of many things in NASCAR.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 17 Aug 2009 | 2:12 am

South Koreans celebrate Yang's historic PGA win

Eyes glued to the TV, Y.E. Yang's family on the island of Jeju stayed up all night to watch the South Korean face off against world No. 1 Tiger Woods at the PGA Championship. Yang,...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 17 Aug 2009 | 2:10 am

After beating Woods, life about to change for Yang (AP)

Y.E. Yang, of South Korea, celebrates after winning the 91st PGA Championship at the Hazeltine National Golf Club in Chaska, Minn., Sunday, Aug. 16, 2009. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)AP - The staff and the owner's family were waiting outside the Hoban Korean Restaurant, applauding when Y.E. Yang arrived.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 17 Aug 2009 | 2:07 am

Association of Golf Club With A.I.G. Still Rankles

Morefar Back O’Beyond was long said to be a playground for executives and clients of the insurance giant. Since the insurer’s bailout, however, that connection irks local golfers.



Source: NYT > Sports | 17 Aug 2009 | 1:43 am

Kansas City Wizards 0-2 Chicago Fire

MLS: Mike Banner's 89th minute goal helped the Chicago Fire beat Kansas City 2-0 on Sunday.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 17 Aug 2009 | 1:42 am

Barcelona beats Athletic 2-1 in Spanish Supercup

Barcelona rallied to defeat Athletic Bilbao 2-1 in the first leg of the Spanish Supercup on Sunday.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 17 Aug 2009 | 1:40 am

For Winter Games in Vancouver, Ice Isn’t So Easy

Icemeisters face challenges in getting the ice just right in an area at sea-level elevation with high humidity.



Source: NYT > Sports | 17 Aug 2009 | 1:19 am

Curlers Are Finicky When It Comes to Their Olympic Ice

The icemeisters in Vancouver are going to have to deal with the peculiar demands for curling when it comes to Olympic ice.



Source: NYT > Sports | 17 Aug 2009 | 1:19 am

Global Soccer: Everton Gets a Whupping, and the Soccer World Watches

Arsenal hit Everton for six goals in the English Premier League, and the soccer mismatch was televised live to the world. Had this been boxing, the referee would have stopped the contest.



Source: NYT > Sports | 17 Aug 2009 | 1:18 am

Kuroda released from hospital, may fly home with team today

The pitcher avoided serious injury after being hit in the head by a line drive in Saturday's game. The pitcher...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 17 Aug 2009 | 1:00 am

Angels pitcher Nick Adenhart's father speaks about coping with loss

'There is really no blueprint on how to deal with this,' Jim Adenhart says in an interview before Sunday's Angels-Orioles game. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 17 Aug 2009 | 1:00 am

UCLA's Chane Moline at home in his newest role

The senior fullback moved from tailback in the fourth game of last season and has not let go of the starting position. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 17 Aug 2009 | 1:00 am

TAKING TIGER DOWN

Yang, ranked No. 110, shocks the golf world by beating Woods, who had been 14 for 14 in majors when holding a lead after three rounds ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 17 Aug 2009 | 1:00 am

Randy Wolf does some multi-tasking for Dodgers

Left-hander pitches seven scoreless innings and has three hits, including one of three Dodgers home runs. Wolf...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 17 Aug 2009 | 1:00 am

Hiroki Kuroda feels 'lucky to be alive'

Pitcher, who was hit on the head by a line drive Saturday, hopes to be on the mound again soon.

Pitcher, who was hit on the head by a line drive Saturday, hopes to be on the mound again soon.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 17 Aug 2009 | 12:53 am

Hiroki Kuroda feels 'lucky to be alive'

Pitcher, who was hit on the head by a line drive Saturday, hopes to be on the mound again soon. Pitcher, who was...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 17 Aug 2009 | 12:53 am

Jeter sets shortstop hit mark, but Yankees routed

SEATTLE(AP) Last summer, Ichiro Suzuki was so distraught over Seattle's losing, he said he was seeking beer from far-flung Papua New Guinea to soothe his pain.



Source: SI.com | 17 Aug 2009 | 12:34 am

Dodgers roll behind Wolf

PHOENIX(AP) Randy Wolf almost single-handedly lifted the Dodgers out of their funk.



Source: SI.com | 17 Aug 2009 | 12:34 am

Kinsler, Rangers pass Red Sox for wild-card lead

ARLINGTON, Texas(AP) Two days after being roughed up by the Red Sox , Frank Francisco helped the Texas Rangers knock Boston out of the wild-card lead.



Source: SI.com | 17 Aug 2009 | 12:34 am

Loss brings new respect for Tiger's streak



Source: SI.com | 17 Aug 2009 | 12:34 am

Y.E. Yang Stuns Tiger At PGA

Y.E. Yang did what had never been done, coming from behind on Sunday to stun Tiger Woods. The jaw-dropping finale ranks with the biggest upsets in golf history, says Gary Van Sickle.



Source: SI.com | 17 Aug 2009 | 12:34 am

Howard homers twice as Phils push back Braves

Ryan Howard homered twice as the Phillies beat the Braves on Sunday.
Source: ESPN.com | 17 Aug 2009 | 12:26 am

Usain Bolt breaks record in 100-meter race

The Jamaican wins the world championship in 9.58 seconds. The United States' Tyson Gay finishes second with a time of 9.71.

The Jamaican wins the world championship in 9.58 seconds. The United States' Tyson Gay finishes second with a time of 9.71.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 17 Aug 2009 | 12:22 am

Usain Bolt breaks record in 100-meter race

The Jamaican wins the world championship in 9.58 seconds. The United States' Tyson Gay finishes second with a time of 9.71. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 17 Aug 2009 | 12:22 am

Radcliffe Takes Familiar Path to the Finish Line

Despite an easy win in the NYC Half-Marathon, the world-record holder is uncertain of her status for the marathon in the world championships.



Source: NYT > Sports | 17 Aug 2009 | 12:16 am

Under Pressure, U.S. Olympic Committee Delays Plan for TV Network

The move may have been motivated by fears that the U.S.O.C. plan would raise complex legal questions and jeopardize relations with NBC, the Olympic broadcaster.



Source: NYT > Sports | 17 Aug 2009 | 12:16 am

On Par: Game’s Holy Grail Is Far From Elusive

The hole in one has been accomplished by everyone from children to the elderly, from presidents and performers to average Joes.



Source: NYT > Sports | 17 Aug 2009 | 12:12 am

Angels pitcher Nick Adenhart's father speaks about coping with loss

'There is really no blueprint on how to deal with this,' Jim Adenhart says in an interview before Sunday's Angels-Orioles game.

'There is really no blueprint on how to deal with this,' Jim Adenhart says in an interview before Sunday's Angels-Orioles game.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 17 Aug 2009 | 12:09 am

Vickers Runs on Fumes and Wins at Michigan

Brian Vickers pounced when Jimmie Johnson’s tank ran dry, taking the lead with two laps to go and holding on in Brooklyn, Mich.



Source: NYT > Sports | 17 Aug 2009 | 12:08 am

Randy Wolf does some multi-tasking for Dodgers

Left-hander pitches seven scoreless innings and has three hits, including one of three Dodgers home runs.

Left-hander pitches seven scoreless innings and has three hits, including one of three Dodgers home runs.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 17 Aug 2009 | 12:08 am

Y.E. Yang stuns Tiger Woods at PGA Championship

Yang becomes first male from Asia to win a major, outdueling Woods, who had been a perfect 14 for 14 in majors when leading after three rounds.

Yang becomes first male from Asia to win a major, outdueling Woods, who had been a perfect 14 for 14 in majors when leading after three rounds.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 17 Aug 2009 | 12:08 am

Rex Ryan brings a fresh approach to the Jets

The son of NFL legend Buddy Ryan is one of nine new coaches in the league this season. After the stifling regime of Eric Mangini, New York players couldn't be happier.

The son of NFL legend Buddy Ryan is one of nine new coaches in the league this season. After the stifling regime of Eric Mangini, New York players couldn't be happier.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 17 Aug 2009 | 12:08 am

On One Hole, Harrington Takes Long Slide Down Leader Board

The Irishman was a stroke behind the leader, Tiger Woods, heading into the par-3 eighth hole. He was six strokes behind after he finally putted in.



Source: NYT > Sports | 17 Aug 2009 | 12:01 am

Thirteen is a lucky number for the Angels

They score nine times in the 13th inning to rout the Orioles, 17-8.

They score nine times in the 13th inning to rout the Orioles, 17-8.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 16 Aug 2009 | 11:58 pm

Thirteen is a lucky number for the Angels

They score nine times in the 13th inning to rout the Orioles, 17-8. They score nine times in the 13th inning to...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 16 Aug 2009 | 11:58 pm

Jankovic, Recently No. 1, Bests Successor in Final

Jelena Jankovic, who reached the United States Open final last year, defeated Dinara Safina in straight sets to win the Western and Southern Financial Group Women’s Open.



Source: NYT > Sports | 16 Aug 2009 | 11:57 pm

A significantly different result

ARLINGTON, Texas - Once the Red Sox’ pitching staff derailed, the plan for Junichi Tazawa’s maiden season in the United States followed along. Those two facts dovetailed yesterday, when Tazawa...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 16 Aug 2009 | 11:42 pm

Pedroia switches on the power booster

ARLINGTON, Texas - Dustin Pedroia hit a home run in his first at-bat of the 2009 season. It took 190 more at-bats for Pedroia to hit his second homer. He waited another 125 ABs for his third. That wasn’t...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 16 Aug 2009 | 11:42 pm

New York Yankees' Derek Jeter becomes all-time hit leader amongst shortstops

Yankees captain Derek Jeter has passed Hall of Famer Luis Aparicio for most hits by a shortstop.
Source: ESPN.com | 16 Aug 2009 | 11:12 pm

Dodgers remain calm and cool

They have a losing record since the All-Star break, but you'd never know it by watching them.

They have a losing record since the All-Star break, but you'd never know it by watching them.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 16 Aug 2009 | 11:12 pm

Howard, Happ power Phillies past Braves, 4-1 (AP)

Philadelphia Phillies' Ryan Howard follows through with a three-run home run in the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves on Sunday, Aug. 16, 2009, in Atlanta. The homer was Howard's second of the game. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)AP - Ryan Howard homered twice and drove in four runs to back rookie J.A. Happ's strong start, and Brad Lidge earned an easy save as the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Atlanta Braves 4-1 on Sunday night.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 16 Aug 2009 | 10:47 pm

Eagles QB Michael Vick admits on "60 Minutes" he cried 'many nights' in prison because of guilt

Michael Vick says he cried in prison because of the guilt he felt about being involved in dogfighting.
Source: ESPN.com | 16 Aug 2009 | 9:19 pm

Chris Dufresne's preseason top 25: No. 18 Utah

The Times' Chris Dufresne unveils his preseason college football top 25, one day (and team) at a time:

The Times' Chris Dufresne unveils his preseason college football top 25, one day (and team) at a time:



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 16 Aug 2009 | 9:19 pm

Rehab was painful for Angels' Torii Hunter

Center fielder explains how buying dinner for his Rancho Cucamonga teammates derailed his comeback a bit.

Center fielder explains how buying dinner for his Rancho Cucamonga teammates derailed his comeback a bit.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 16 Aug 2009 | 8:30 pm

Angels use 9-run 13th inning to beat Orioles 17-8 (AP)

Baltimore Orioles catcher Chad Moeller catches a foul ball hit for an out hit by Los Angeles Angels' Mike Napoli during the fourth inning of a baseball game, Sunday, Aug. 16, 2009, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Rob Carr)AP - Torii Hunter waited nearly six weeks for the opportunity to win a game for the Los Angeles Angels, then blew it by lining into a double play with the bases loaded in the 11th inning.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 16 Aug 2009 | 8:29 pm

Murray defeats Del Potro to win Rogers Cup (AP)

Britain's Andy Murray returns the ball to Argentina's Juan Martin Del Potro during the final of the Rogers Cup tennis tournament in Montreal, Sunday, Aug. 16, 2009. Murray won 6-7 (4), 7-6 (3), 6-1. (AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Graham Hughes)AP - Andy Murray took the court to face Juan Martin Del Potro knowing no matter what the result of the Rogers Cup final, he would be soon be ranked No. 2 in the world.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 16 Aug 2009 | 8:25 pm

Vickers ends Cup slide at Michigan

BROOKLYN, Mich. (AP) -- Brian Vickers outlasted Jimmie Johnson in yet another fuel-mileage duel at Michigan International Speedway, taking the lead with two laps to go after Johnson ran out of gas and holding on to win his first Sprint Cup race of the season Sunday.



Source: SI.com | 16 Aug 2009 | 8:23 pm

Brian Vickers outlasts Jimmie Johnson in fuel duel at Michigan International Speedway

Brian Vickers outlasted Jimmie Johnson in yet another fuel-mileage duel at Michigan International Speedway, taking the lead with two laps to go after Johnson ran out of gas and holding on to win his first Sprint Cup race of the season Sunday.
Source: ESPN.com | 16 Aug 2009 | 7:17 pm

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Hiroki Kuroda released from hospital

Right-hander Hiroki Kuroda is out of the hospital and cleared to fly home with the Los Angeles Dodgers one day after he was struck on the right side of his head by a line drive.
Source: ESPN.com | 16 Aug 2009 | 6:58 pm

Some Catholics in Louisville forgiving of Pitino (AP)

AP - Rick Pitino's personal failings should be forgiven and he should remain as head basketball coach at the University of Louisville, some Catholics in Kentucky said Sunday.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 16 Aug 2009 | 6:51 pm

Sir Alex urges Rooney to focus on 20-plus vision (AFP)

Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson meets United mascot Fred the Red before their English Premier League match against Birmingham City at Old Trafford, Manchester. Manchester won 1-0.(AFP/Andrew Yates)AFP - Sir Alex Ferguson has challenged Wayne Rooney to beat last season's scoring tally of 20 goals after the United striker's finish was enough to earn Manchester United a 1-0 win over Birmingham City at Old Trafford.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 16 Aug 2009 | 6:50 pm

Dallas Cowboys WR Roy Williams misses practice, is day to day

Dallas Cowboys receiver Roy Williams has missed practice because of a sore left wrist and his status is uncertain.
Source: ESPN.com | 16 Aug 2009 | 6:42 pm

BoSox may release Smoltz on Monday

The Red Sox could release Cooperstown-bound righthander John Smoltz Monday.



Source: SI.com | 16 Aug 2009 | 6:22 pm

Bolt's 9.58 shatters 100m record

BERLIN (AP) -- Usain Bolt ran to another world record Sunday, winning the 100-meter race in 9.58 seconds at the world championships.



Source: SI.com | 16 Aug 2009 | 6:20 pm

Vick says he cried in jail in 60 Minutes interview

Michael Vick says he cried in prison because of the guilt he felt about being involved in dogfighting.



Source: SI.com | 16 Aug 2009 | 6:19 pm

Murray defeats Del Potro in three sets to win Rogers Cup

Andy Murray withstood his toughest test of the tournament before beating Juan Martin Del Potro 6-7 (4), 7-6 (3), 6-1 Sunday in the final of the Rogers Cup.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 16 Aug 2009 | 6:13 pm

Rangers top wild card after Kinsler rips Red Sox

Ian Kinsler homered and drove in two runs, Dustin Nippert pitched six solid innings and the Texas Rangers passed Boston in the AL wild-card race, beating the Red Sox 4-3 Sunday.
Source: ESPN.com | 16 Aug 2009 | 5:58 pm

Cowboys' Williams misses practice with bad wrist

Dallas Cowboys receiver Roy Williams has missed practice because of a sore left wrist and his status is uncertain.



Source: SI.com | 16 Aug 2009 | 5:55 pm

Usain Bolt's 9.58 at world championships shatters 100-meter record

Usain Bolt has captured another world record, winning the 100-meter race in 9.58 seconds at the world championships.
Source: ESPN.com | 16 Aug 2009 | 5:27 pm

Yang outplays Woods for USPGA win

South Korea's YE Yang becomes the first Asian winner of a major when he beats Tiger Woods to clinch the USPGA title at Hazeltine.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 16 Aug 2009 | 5:23 pm

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 16 Aug 2009 | 5:08 pm

Jankovic beats No. 1 Safina for Cincy championship

Jelena Jankovic knocked off top-ranked Dinara Safina 6-4, 6-2 Sunday to win the Western & Southern Financial Group Women's Open.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 16 Aug 2009 | 5:08 pm

Mark Sanchez to start at QB for Jets in next game

Rookie quarterback Mark Sanchez, coming off an impressive NFL debut, will start the New York Jets' preseason game at Baltimore next week.
Source: ESPN.com | 16 Aug 2009 | 4:20 pm

Jankovic sees off Safina in final

World number five Jelena Jankovic beats world number one Dinara Safina to win the Cincinnati title.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 16 Aug 2009 | 4:18 pm

New York Mets third baseman David Wright out of hospital with post-concussion symptoms after beaning

Mets third baseman David Wright was discharged Sunday from a hospital in New York a day after suffering a concussion when he was struck in the head by a pitch from San Francisco Giants starter Matt Cain.
Source: ESPN.com | 16 Aug 2009 | 3:34 pm

Murray battles to Montreal title

Britain's Andy Murray completes a superb week with victory over Juan Martin del Potro in the final of the Montreal Masters.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 16 Aug 2009 | 2:27 pm

Superb Ennis wins heptathlon gold

Jessica Ennis secures Britain's first ever heptathlon gold at the World Championships after completing a dominant victory in Berlin.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 16 Aug 2009 | 1:29 pm

Benitez fumes at penalty denials

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez is furious at the decision to deny his side two penalties in their 2-1 Premier League defeat at Tottenham.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 16 Aug 2009 | 1:07 pm

Ferdinand sidelined for fortnight

Sir Alex Ferguson estimates Rio Ferdinand will be out of action for two weeks after missing Manchester United's victory over Birmingham.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 16 Aug 2009 | 11:01 am

Rooney can grab 20 goals - Fergie

Sir Alex Ferguson has backed Wayne Rooney to top 20 goals in the Premier League this season after he grabbed the winner against Birmingham.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 16 Aug 2009 | 10:59 am