McCullum and rain slow up Aussies

A combination of Wellington rain and good batting from Brendon McCullum and Daniel Vettori force Australia to wait for their victory in the first Test.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 22 Mar 2010 | 3:28 am

Jimmie Johnson wins for 1st time at Bristol (AP)

Jimmie Johnson, right, is congratulated by crew chief Chad Knaus, left, after winning the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series' Food City 500 auto race at Bristol Motor Speedway in Bristol, Tenn., Sunday, March 21, 2010. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)AP - The record book is pretty clear when it comes to Bristol Motor Speedway: Kurt Busch is good at the bullring, Jimmie Johnson is not.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 22 Mar 2010 | 3:23 am

Furyk finally comes out a winner

A PGA Tour winner again after 32 long months, Jim Furyk walked into an interview room at Innisbrook with a three-page transcript that had been folded in half. It wasn't a statement or a...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 22 Mar 2010 | 3:00 am

Furyk finally comes out a winner (AP)

Jim Furyk tees off on the ninth hole during the final round of the Transitions Championship golf tournament Sunday, March 21, 2010, at Innisbrook in Palm Harbor, Fla. Furyk closed with a 2-under 69 on Sunday for a one-shot victory over K.J. Choi.  (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)AP - A PGA Tour winner again after 32 long months, Jim Furyk walked into an interview room at Innisbrook with a three-page transcript that had been folded in half.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 22 Mar 2010 | 3:00 am

NCAA: Finally, a break from the madness (AP)

Purdue's JaJuan Johnson celebrates with the Purdue mascot's hammer after Purdue beat Texas A&M 63-61 in overtime in an NCAA second-round college basketball game in Spokane, Wash., Sunday, March 21, 2010. (AP Photo/Rajah Bose)AP - The NCAA tournament's regional semifinals are set after a thrilling and exhausting first two rounds, which filled wastepaper baskets with battered brackets and left coaches on their knees in agony and throwing their arms to the heavens in joy.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 22 Mar 2010 | 2:51 am

Park's big-game impact impress Ferguson (AFP)

Liverpool's Dutch forward Dirk Kuyt challenges Manchester United's Park Ji-Sung (right) during their Premier League match at Old Trafford in Manchester. Ferguson believes Park is fast becoming Manchester United's man for the big occasion after the South Korean scored the decisive goal in the 2-1 win over Liverpool.(AFP/Paul Ellis)AFP - Alex Ferguson believes Park Ji-sung is fast becoming Manchester United's man for the big occasion after the South Korean scored the decisive goal in the 2-1 win over Liverpool.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 22 Mar 2010 | 2:26 am

Mid-major uprising hardly biggest NCAA surprise

This year, those teams barely caused a buzz outside their own campuses, mostly because they're regulars at a party with a rather eclectic guest list. It starts with No. 9 Northern...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 22 Mar 2010 | 1:54 am

Mid-major uprising hardly biggest NCAA surprise (AP)

Butler team celebrates after Butler defeated Murray State 54-52 during an NCAA second-round college basketball game in San Jose, Calif., Saturday, March 20, 2010. At far left is forward Matt Howard (54). (AP Photo/Paul Sakuma)AP - Not so long ago, having Butler and Xavier among the last 16 teams in the NCAA tournament would have spawned feel-good stories about the plucky mid-major conferences and the wonderful hoops democracy that is March Madness.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 22 Mar 2010 | 1:54 am

Hoy looking for Olympic markers on track worlds return (AFP)

Four-time Olympic champion Sir Chris Hoy (pictured) will return to familiar ground this week in search of assurances that his bid to rule the London VeloPark in 2012 is still on track.(AFP/File/Carl de Souza)AFP - Four-time Olympic champion Sir Chris Hoy will return to familiar ground this week in search of assurances that his bid to rule the London VeloPark in 2012 is still on track.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 22 Mar 2010 | 1:53 am

No. 12 Cornell dominates to reach round of 16

Louis Dale scored 26 points and Ryan Wittman had 24, helping 12th-seeded Cornell dominate No. 4 seed Wisconsin 87-69 on Sunday to reach the round of 16 in the NCAA tournament for the first time.
Source: ESPN.com | 22 Mar 2010 | 1:53 am

Turner rebounds to push Ohio St. past Ga. Tech

Evan Turner rebounded from one of the worst shooting nights of his career with 24 points, and second-seeded Ohio State outlasted foul- and turnover-plagued Georgia Tech for a 75-66 victory Sunday in the second round of the NCAA tournament.
Source: ESPN.com | 22 Mar 2010 | 1:40 am

No. 1 seed Duke rolls past Cal

No. 1 seed Duke rolls past Cal
Source: FOXSports.com News | 22 Mar 2010 | 1:39 am

Analysis: Midmajors Show They Deserve Better Deal

A raft of early upsets suggests the N.C.A.A. should do more to include teams from outside the power conferences.



Source: NYT > Sports | 22 Mar 2010 | 1:09 am

Hawks take down Spurs in OT, clinch playoff spot

ATLANTA(AP) The Atlanta Hawks didn't celebrate clinching their third straight playoff berth.
Source: SI.com | 22 Mar 2010 | 12:59 am

Michigan St. beats Terps at buzzer


Source: SI.com | 22 Mar 2010 | 12:59 am

Xavier drops Pitt to reach third straight Sweet 16


Source: SI.com | 22 Mar 2010 | 12:59 am

No. 1 Syracuse too much for Gonzaga

Looking for another No. 1 seed to fall? Look elsewhere. Syracuse delivered a resounding message as it thumped No. 8 seed Gonzaga 85-65 for its 15th Sweet 16 under Jim Boeheim.
Source: SI.com | 22 Mar 2010 | 12:59 am

Mid-Major Madness

If your bracket is busted, you might as well root for something historic: an All Mid-Major Final Four. It could happen, says Luke Winn.
Source: SI.com | 22 Mar 2010 | 12:59 am


Source: SI.com | 22 Mar 2010 | 12:59 am

PGA Tour Confidential: Tiger Woods interviews

Tiger Woods granted five-minute interviews with The Golf Channel and ESPN, which aired Sunday. SI's golf gurus share their thoughts.
Source: SI.com | 22 Mar 2010 | 12:59 am

Cornell proves it's no Cinderella team

The first Ivy League team to reach the round of 16 since 1979 is no Cinderella, says Andy Staples. No. 12 Cornell dominated Temple and Wisconsin and won't be intimidated by Kentucky.
Source: SI.com | 22 Mar 2010 | 12:59 am

Kramer beats defense to give Purdue OT victory

Chris Kramer's drive past one defender and layup over another 6 inches taller than him with 4.2 seconds remaining in overtime sent Purdue into the regional semifinals of the NCAA tournament with a bruising 63-61 victory over Texas A&M.
Source: ESPN.com | 22 Mar 2010 | 12:55 am

France take Six Nations glory, the rest fight for scraps

France deservedly claimed their first Six Nations Grand Slam since 2004 in a tournament where they exploited brilliantly the many weaknesses of their respective opponents. Anyone backing
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 22 Mar 2010 | 12:51 am

West: Syracuse 87, Gonzaga 65: Smiling Syracuse Is Too Much for Gonzaga

Wes Johnson scored 31 points and Andy Rautins added 24 as the top-seeded Orange opened up an early lead and never looked back in advancing to the Round of 16.



Source: NYT > Sports | 22 Mar 2010 | 12:30 am

Mark Heisler: Lakers show only a vague sense of urgency

Lakers often talk a good game this time of year, but playing one is another matter entirely. Even Andrew Bynum’s latest injury couldn’t compel them to play hard, or particularly well, in Sunday’s lackluster victory over Washington.

If it's spring, the Lakers must be waiting for Andrew Bynum, as they're now resigned to doing for the third season in a row.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 22 Mar 2010 | 12:20 am

NBA Roundup: Sunday's action

The Houston Rockets didn't want Tracy McGrady anymore and the players they got in return for the former all-star were the difference on Sunday afternoon. Kevin Martin scored 28 points,
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 22 Mar 2010 | 12:17 am

In first interviews since car crash, Tiger Woods talks about ‘disgusting behavior’

Woods discusses the sex scandal that shattered his image in separate five-minute interviews with ESPN and the Golf Channel.

Tiger talked Sunday.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 22 Mar 2010 | 12:13 am

Lakers are hardly inspiring in a 99-92 victory over Wizards

They win their sixth in a row, but Phil Jackson calls their play ‘awful’ after letting most of a 28-point second-half lead disappear.

They win their sixth in a row, but Phil Jackson calls their play ‘awful’ after letting most of a 28-point second-half lead disappear.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 22 Mar 2010 | 12:12 am

Jim Furyk ends drought with victory at Transitions Championship

Jim Furyk finally remembered what it's like to win again on the PGA Tour.
Source: ESPN.com | 22 Mar 2010 | 12:08 am

Gasol takes center stage as Lakers beat Wizards (Reuters)

Reuters - Pau Gasol flourished in the role of starting center to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to their sixth straight win, a 99-92 triumph over the Washington Wizards on Sunday.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 22 Mar 2010 | 12:08 am

Jimmie Johnson cuts through field for first Bristol victory

Jimmie Johnson has won for the first time at Bristol Motor Speedway by driving from sixth to first in just three laps.
Source: ESPN.com | 22 Mar 2010 | 12:05 am

Michigan State sinks Maryland with 3 at buzzer

Korie Lucious hit a 3-pointer at the buzzer to cap a frantic finish and give injury-depleted Michigan State an 85-83 victory over Maryland on Sunday in the second round of the NCAA tournament.
Source: ESPN.com | 22 Mar 2010 | 12:04 am

Ivan Ljubicic is just a bit stronger than Andy Roddick in final at Indian Wells

The 31-year-old Croat earns the biggest title of his career, using clutch serving and mental toughness to pull out a 7-6 (3), 7-6 (5) victory in the BNP Paribas Open men’s final.

The single point was filled with momentum shifts.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 21 Mar 2010 | 11:55 pm

Ivan Ljubicic is just a bit stronger than Andy Roddick in final at Indian Wells

The 31-year-old Croat earns the biggest title of his career, using clutch serving and mental toughness to pull out a 7-6 (3), 7-6 (5) victory in the BNP Paribas Open men’s final. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 21 Mar 2010 | 11:55 pm

Source: New Orleans Hornets' Chris Paul eyeing return this week

Chris Paul is on the verge of a long-awaited return to New Orleans Hornets' lineup.
Source: ESPN.com | 21 Mar 2010 | 11:51 pm

Coyotes beat Stars for 9th straight win (AP)

Dallas Stars goalie Marty Turco (35) and teammate Mark Fistric (28) meet up at the goal with Phoenix Coyotes' Martin Hanzal (11) during the second period of an NHL hockey game Sunday, March 21, 2010, in Dallas. (AP Photo/Amy Gutierrez)AP - Another shootout, another win for the Phoenix Coyotes.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 21 Mar 2010 | 11:47 pm

Suns win fourth straight, beating Trail Blazers

Jared Dudley scored all 10 of his points in the fourth quarter and Grant Hill hit two key baskets, lifting the Phoenix Suns to a 93-87 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 21 Mar 2010 | 11:38 pm

UCLA women rout North Carolina State, 74-54

After trailing, 25-16, with 3:15 to play in the first half, the Bruins begin pressing the Wolfpack and go on a 22-6 spurt spanning both halves. UCLA will face top-seeded Nebraska in the second round.

— UCLA women's basketball Coach Nikki Caldwell had a simple query for her team with just less than four minutes to play in the first half of the Bruins NCAA tournament opener.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 21 Mar 2010 | 11:34 pm

Teemu Selanne’s 600th goal helps lift Ducks

He scores on a power play in the second period of the Ducks’ 5-2 victory over Colorado to become the 18th NHL player to reach the milestone. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 21 Mar 2010 | 11:33 pm

Teemu Selanne’s 600th goal helps lift Ducks

He scores on a power play in the second period of the Ducks’ 5-2 victory over Colorado to become the 18th NHL player to reach the milestone.

Teemu Selanne learned to skate in his native Finland at 5 years old, and joined his first team at 8.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 21 Mar 2010 | 11:33 pm

Gasol takes center stage as Lakers win sixth straight

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Pau Gasol flourished in the role of starting center to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to their sixth straight win, a 99-92 triumph over the Washington Wizards on...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 21 Mar 2010 | 11:30 pm

Woods: 'A little nervous' about return at Masters (AP)

In this photo from video, Tiger Woods responds to questions during an interview with Golf Channel broadcaster Kelly Tilghman that aired on the Golf Channel on Sunday, March 21, 2010, at Isleworth Country Club in Windermere, Fla. Woods answered questions on camera for the first time since his early morning car crash last November and the sex scandal that cost him sponsors and fans. (AP Photo/The Golf Channel) ** NO SALES **AP - Tiger Woods acknowledged "living a lie," saying he alone was responsible for the sex scandal that caused his shocking downfall from global sporting icon to late-night TV punchline.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 21 Mar 2010 | 11:26 pm

Tournament proves college basketball's talent gap is nothing major

As the first two rounds demonstrated, the difference between an elite team from a 'power' conference and an underdog mid-major can be tiny, or nonexistent. Of course that's what makes the NCAA tournament so unpredictable and entertaining.

As the first two rounds demonstrated, the difference between an elite team from a 'power' conference and an underdog mid-major can be tiny, or nonexistent. Of course that's what makes the NCAA tournament so unpredictable and entertaining.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 21 Mar 2010 | 11:25 pm

Tournament proves college basketball's talent gap is nothing major

As the first two rounds demonstrated, the difference between an elite team from a 'power' conference and an underdog mid-major can be tiny, or nonexistent. Of course that's what makes the NCAA tournament...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 21 Mar 2010 | 11:25 pm

Sports of The Times: Business of College Basketball Tempers Excitement

While the first week of the N.C.A.A. tournament will be remembered for the upsets, some comments provided sobering insights into the business of basketball.



Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Mar 2010 | 11:20 pm

East: Cornell 87, Wisconsin 69: Cornell Routs Wisconsin in N.C.A.A. Tournament

Louis Dale scored 26 points and Ryan Wittman had 24 as the Big Red set up a meeting with top-seeded Kentucky.



Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Mar 2010 | 10:59 pm

Kamais wins New York half marathon

Kenya's Peter Kamais won the New York City Half Marathon pulling away on the final mile of a race in which marathon world-record holder Haile Gebrselassie dropped out. Kamais finished...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 21 Mar 2010 | 10:59 pm

Minnesota Twins closer Joe Nathan to miss season with elbow injury

Minnesota Twins closer Joe Nathan will miss the 2010 season because of an elbow injury that will require surgery.
Source: ESPN.com | 21 Mar 2010 | 10:47 pm

NHL Ducks' forward Selanne nets 600th goal

Finland's Teemu Selanne scored his 600th career goal to help lift the Anaheim Ducks to a 5-2 win over Colorado at the Honda Center arena. Selanne hit the mark on Sunday 34 seconds into...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 21 Mar 2010 | 10:45 pm

Women’s Tournament Roundup: UConn Pours It On in Round 1 of N.C.A.A. Tournament

Connecticut steamrolled Southern University but lower seeds like No. 10 Vermont, No. 11 San Diego State and No. 12 Wisconsin-Green Bay had the first upsets of the tournament.



Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Mar 2010 | 10:38 pm

Back in N.F.L., Pete Carroll Is Confident Third Time Will Be the Charm

After building a dynasty at Southern California, Pete Carroll is returning to the league where the ultimate success has eluded him.



Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Mar 2010 | 10:38 pm

NHL Roundup: Sunday's action on the ice

Teemu Selanne joined a very exclusive club right where he wanted it to happen. Selanne became the 18th player in NHL history to reach the 600-goal milestone, scoring 34 seconds into...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 21 Mar 2010 | 10:38 pm

Woods did what he had to do

Tiger Woods signals he's ready to reclaim his life.
Source: FOXSports.com News | 21 Mar 2010 | 10:37 pm

Big Weekend for Big Red

Although Cornell’s basketball victories were the biggest news on campus, they were certainly not the only notable achievements for Big Red teams during the weekend.



Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Mar 2010 | 10:35 pm

Phil Jackson says Andrew Bynum is showing some improvement

Lakers coach says the center, who strained his left Achilles’ tendon on Friday, feels better ‘from day one to day two.’ ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 21 Mar 2010 | 10:33 pm

Phil Jackson says Andrew Bynum is showing some improvement

Lakers coach says the center, who strained his left Achilles’ tendon on Friday, feels better ‘from day one to day two.’

The Lakers will take whatever good news they can get regarding center Andrew Bynum .



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 21 Mar 2010 | 10:33 pm

Woods Conducts First Interviews Since Accident

Before his interviews with ESPN and the Golf Channel on Sunday, Tiger Woods had spoken publicly only once since the one-car accident triggered revelations of his infidelity.



Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Mar 2010 | 10:32 pm

Vin Scully back in Los Angeles Dodgers camp

Vin Scully, back in Dodgers camp, talks about his fall.
Source: ESPN.com | 21 Mar 2010 | 10:31 pm

Ljubicic Tops Roddick in Final; Jankovic Wins

Ivan Ljubicic defeated Andy Roddick, 7-6 (3), 7-6 (5), to become the second-oldest winner at Indian Wells.



Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Mar 2010 | 10:31 pm

N.H.L. Roundup: Selanne Scores 600th Goal in Ducks’ Victory

The Sabres finished 3-1-1 on a five-game trip and moved 9 points ahead of Montreal and Ottawa in the Northeast.



Source: NYT > Sports | 21 Mar 2010 | 10:30 pm

Twins' Joe Mauer inks $18m extension

Catcher Joe Mauer, the reigning American League MVP, agreed to a 184 million dollar, eight-year contract extension with the Minnesota Twins on Sunday. Mauer's contract, which includes a...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 21 Mar 2010 | 10:30 pm

Lakers roll past Washington Wizards


Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 21 Mar 2010 | 10:12 pm

UCLA women rout N.C. State in NCAA opener


Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 21 Mar 2010 | 9:57 pm

Tiger Woods: 'I've done some pretty bad things'

Tiger Woods took questions from reporters for the first time in nearly four months Sunday, saying "I've done some pretty bad things in my life" and that he doesn't know what kind of reception he'll get when he returns to competitive golf at The Masters.
Source: ESPN.com | 21 Mar 2010 | 9:28 pm

CBS says five minutes with Woods not enough (AP)

AP - CBS turned down an interview with Tiger Woods after being told the network would be limited to five minutes of questions.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 21 Mar 2010 | 9:22 pm

Live - Bangladesh v England

Ian Bell falls for a well-made 138 as England close in on Bangladesh's total in the second Test.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 21 Mar 2010 | 8:59 pm

Tiger Woods give 5-minute interview

Tiger Woods give 5-minute interview.
Source: FOXSports.com News | 21 Mar 2010 | 8:46 pm

Tiger Woods finally answers questions

Tiger Woods answers questions for the first time since his accident and sex scandal.
Source: FOXSports.com News | 21 Mar 2010 | 8:45 pm

Twins lock up Mauer with $184 million extension

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- AL MVP Joe Mauer has agreed to an eight-year, $184 million contract extension to stay with the Minnesota Twins.
Source: SI.com | 21 Mar 2010 | 8:29 pm

Bill Dwyre: Jelena Jankovic makes herself at home

The Serb, who plans to move to California, defeats Denmark’s Caroline Wozniacki, 6-2, 6-4, in the BNP Paribas Open women’s final at Indian Wells. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 21 Mar 2010 | 8:28 pm

Bill Dwyre: Jelena Jankovic makes herself at home

The Serb, who plans to move to California, defeats Denmark’s Caroline Wozniacki, 6-2, 6-4, in the BNP Paribas Open women’s final at Indian Wells.

With a little stretch, Jelena Jankovic's victory Sunday in the women's singles final of the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells could be turned into a California angle.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 21 Mar 2010 | 8:28 pm

Satan, Wideman score as Bruins beat Rangers 2-1

The chorus of cheering fans was a welcome change for goalie Tuukka Rask after the Boston Bruins won just their second home game in nearly three months.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 21 Mar 2010 | 7:58 pm

Vin Scully ‘embarrassed over all the fuss’

In a session with reporters before the Dodgers’ 12-5 spring training loss to Cleveland on Sunday, the broadcaster discusses the fall at his home last week and his brief hospitalization. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 21 Mar 2010 | 7:25 pm

Wesley Korir repeats winning feat at L.A. Marathon

Newly married Kenyan completes revamped course in 2 hours 9 minutes 19 seconds, which is 55 seconds slower than his record time last year. Edna Kiplagat of Kenya wins women’s race in 2:25:38. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 21 Mar 2010 | 6:54 pm

Wesley Korir repeats winning feat at L.A. Marathon

Newly married Kenyan completes revamped course in 2 hours 9 minutes 19 seconds, which is 55 seconds slower than his record time last year. Edna Kiplagat of Kenya wins women’s race in 2:25:38.

Newly married Kenyan completes revamped course in 2 hours 9 minutes 19 seconds, which is 55 seconds slower than his record time last year. Edna Kiplagat of Kenya wins women’s race in 2:25:38.



Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 21 Mar 2010 | 6:54 pm

For Mauer, even this price was right

The Twins spent a ton of cash, but it's worth it to keep favorite son Joe Mauer.
Source: FOXSports.com News | 21 Mar 2010 | 6:48 pm

Furyk stays clear for Florida win

Jim Furyk holds his nerve to claim his first PGA Tour title since 2007 when he clinches the Transitions Championship by one stroke in Florida.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 21 Mar 2010 | 6:15 pm

Johnson gets first career win at Bristol

BRISTOL, Tennessee (AP) -- Jimmie Johnson sent yet another message to his competitors Sunday, winning at a track that has always vexed the four-time defending NASCAR champion.
Source: SI.com | 21 Mar 2010 | 5:41 pm

Ljubicic wins first Masters title

Ivan Ljubicic becomes the oldest first-time winner of a Masters Series event by beating Andy Roddick in the final of the BNP Paribas Open.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 21 Mar 2010 | 5:41 pm

Woods 'nervous' about reception

Tiger Woods says he is wary of the reception he will receive when he returns to action at the Masters after four months away from the game.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 21 Mar 2010 | 5:25 pm

Tiger gives 1st interviews since crash

Tiger Woods answers his first questions from the media since his November crash and subsequent scandal.
Source: FOXSports.com News | 21 Mar 2010 | 4:44 pm

Ljubicic, Jankovic both claim titles at Indian Wells

Ivan Ljubicic of Croatia outlasted Andy Roddick 7-6 (3), 7-6 (5) Sunday in a battle of big servers to win the BNP Paribas Open, earning his first ATP Masters 1000 title after three runner-up finishes.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 21 Mar 2010 | 4:13 pm

Twins, Mauer reach long-term deal

The Twins commit $184 million to keep Joe Mauer long-term.
Source: FOXSports.com News | 21 Mar 2010 | 4:04 pm

Izzo: Lucas likely has torn Achilles

Two-time All-Big Ten player Kalin Lucas was in a walking boot with what Michigan State coach Tom Izzo says is likely a torn Achilles' tendon.
Source: FOXSports.com News | 21 Mar 2010 | 4:00 pm

Jankovic takes Indian Wells title

Jelena Jankovic upsets the form book as she cruises to a straight-sets win over Caroline Wozniacki in the final of the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 21 Mar 2010 | 3:09 pm

Nine-man Rangers win CIS Cup

Kenny Miller heads the only goal of the Co-operative Insurance Cup final as Rangers triumph with nine men against St Mirren.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 21 Mar 2010 | 2:34 pm

Kauto 'lucky to survive' fall

Dual Cheltenham Gold Cup winner Kauto Star was lucky to survive his fall during Friday's race, owner Clive Smith tells BBC Sport.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 21 Mar 2010 | 2:10 pm

Benitez questions Man Utd penalty

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez believes Manchester United's Antonio Valencia dived to win a penalty that turned the game as the hosts came back to win 2-1 at Old Trafford.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 21 Mar 2010 | 1:49 pm

Cornell tops Wisconsin to reach Sweet 16

Cornell becomes first Ivy League team to reach Sweet 16 since Penn in 1979.
Source: FOXSports.com News | 21 Mar 2010 | 12:50 pm

Welshman Davies earns maiden win

Welsh rookie Rhys Davies earns his maiden European Tour victory at the Hassan II Trophy in Morocco.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 21 Mar 2010 | 12:44 pm

MSU reaches Sweet 16 on buzzer-beater

Just when it looked like the turtle had won the race, Michigan State stunned Maryland with a buzzer-beater.
Source: FOXSports.com News | 21 Mar 2010 | 12:21 pm