Noom downs Joshna for squash titleCHENNAI - Joshna Chinnappa flattered to deceive as she went down in straight games to Orla Noom in the final of the WISPA Challenger-2 squash tournament here Saturday. Cape Cobras beat Otago Volts in Champions LeagueHYDERABAD - Cape Cobras beat Otago Volts by 54 runs in a Group C match of the Champions League Twenty20 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium here Saturday. Cilic thrashes Nadal 6-1, 6-3 to set up China Open final against DjokovicBEIJING — Rafael Nadal lost in the semifinals of the China Open on Saturday, falling 6-1, 6-3 to Marin Cilic. Meet Deepa Malik, a rallyist with a differenceSHIMLA - Deepa Malik, who is competing in the 11th edition of what is arguably the world’s highest and toughest motor rally - the Maruti Suzuki Raid-de-Himalaya - is a participant with a difference, being a paraplegic. Capello finally sees plusses of giving winter break to his playersLONDON - England coach Fabio Capello has said that a winter break ahead of their 2010 World Cup campaign in South Africa would help his players. Cape Cobras set 194-run target for Otago VoltsHYDERABAD - Captain Andrew Puttick scored the maiden century of the Champions League Twenty20 as Cape Cobras made 193 for four in 20 overs against Otago Volts in a Group C match at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium here Saturday. Semenya case forces IAAF medical commission to begin forming gender definitionBIRMINGHAM, England — World track and field’s governing body will start examining next week how to determine gender in an athletics context, an initiative spurred by the case of 800-meter world champion Caster Semenya. Beck’s Armani success spurs him to launch own range of underwearLONDON - After the immense success of Armani kecks, advertised by David Beckham, the England striker has decided to cash on the factor and launch his own range of men’s underwear. Otago Volts opt to field against Cape CobrasHYDERABAD - Otago Volts captain Craig Cumming won the toss and elected to field against Cape Cobras in a Group C match of the Champions League Twenty20 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium at the Uppal here Saturday. Yuvraj Singh walks the ramp for Manish Malhotra in MumbaiMUMBAI - Middle-order batsman Yuvraj Singh walked the ramp for renowned fashion designer Manish Malhotra in Mumbai. Axed Harmison gets whopping 600,000 pounds contract from DurhamLONDON - England fast bowler Steve Harmison has agreed a new four-year contract with Durham worth around 600,000 pounds. Manchester City set for 65-mn pounds Ribery swoopLONDON - English Premier League big spenders Manchester City will go all out to make a stunning bid for Bayern Munich’s star Franck Ribery. Injury-hit Ferdinand wary of his place in England World Cup squad
Cannavaro ‘doping’ case close to being dismissedROME - A doping case involving international defender Fabio Cannavaro appears set to be dismissed as a sports prosecutor ascertained that it was based on a miscommunication, Italian media reported Saturday. Benitez assures Liverpool owner of winning honours through tranquility, confidenceLONDON - Liverpool manager Rafa Benitez has told the club’s joint owner George Gillett that they can win the title if they are tranquil and confident. Ronaldo laughs off Rooney’s Portuguese ‘death wish’ commentLONDON - Ace striker Cristiano Ronaldo has laughed off Wayne Rooney’s comments that he hopes Portugal do not qualify for the World Cup. Djokovic takes number three ranking with place in Beijing finalBEIJING - Novak Djokovic defeated Robin Soderling 6-3, 6-3 Saturday to reach the final of the China Open and surge past injured Andy Roddick in the rankings. Caution: Championship contenders will be watched carefully by other racers in IRL finaleHOMESTEAD, Fla. — In two rounds of practice and then in qualifying, three names stayed atop the leaderboard all day on the eve of Saturday’s Indy 300. Mark Teixeira Steers Yankees To Victory
Andre Agassi wins in Outback Champions Series debut, beating Mikael Pernfors 6-2, 7-5SURPRISE, Ariz. — Andre Agassi won his first competitive match in three years, beating Mikael Pernfors 6-2, 7-5 on Friday night in the Cancer Treatment Centers of America event on the 30-and-older Outback Champions Series. Angels 4, Red Sox 1
Alex Auld makes 21 saves in season debut, Stars beat Flames 5-2
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Duncan, Parker make preseason debuts in Spurs’ 107-89 win over OlympiakosSAN ANTONIO — Tony Parker scored 12 points in his preseason debut and the San Antonio Spurs gave the first full glimpse of their overhauled roster in a 107-89 victory over Olympiakos in an exhibition game Friday night. Negligee storms to win in $500,000 Darley Alcibiades Stakes at KeenelandLEXINGTON, Ky. — Negligee stormed past heavily favored She Be Wild for a half-length victory in the $500,000 Darley Alcibiades Stakes at Keeneland on Friday. Yankees 4, Twins 3, 11 innings
Danica’s dilemma? Earnhardt Jr. says talks between Patrick, JR Motorsports in “early stagesFONTANA, Calif. — Dale Earnhardt Jr. says he’d love to see good friend Danica Patrick in NASCAR, but isn’t sure when — or even if — the IndyCar star will make the transition to stock car racing. Panthers-Hurricanes Sums
Big first period helps Hurricanes roll past Panthers 7-2 for second straight winRALEIGH, N.C. — Tom Kostopoulos and Jussi Jokinen scored first-period goals off turnovers in Florida’s end to help the Carolina Hurricanes beat the Panthers 7-2 on Friday night. NASCAR reduces size of restrictor plates at Talladega in hopes of improving safetyFONTANA, Calif. — NASCAR is reducing the size of the restrictor plates used by Sprint Cup cars at Talladega in hopes of making it safer for drivers. Colts’ Sanders listed as doubtful for Titans game, but getting closer to playingINDIANAPOLIS — Colts safety Bob Sanders is doubtful for Sunday night’s game at Tennessee, marking the first time this season he has not been ruled out of a game. Safe at Home: Rockies catcher thrives on the field with son secure following kidnappingDENVER — Each afternoon, Yorvit Torrealba will sit by his locker and wait for his cell phone to ring, anxiously anticipating the voice on the other end grilling him with questions. Denny Hamlin captures Sprint Cup pole at Auto Club SpeedwayFONTANA, Calif. — Denny Hamlin’s No. 11 Toyota was running so poorly before qualifying Friday for the NASCAR Sprint Cup race at Auto Club Speedway that his Joe Gibbs Racing team took it back to the garage and basically blew it up. Boston manager Terry Francona feeling better after food poisoningANAHEIM, Calif. — Boston Red Sox manager Terry Francona is feeling better after a bout of food poisoning. Tiger and Stricker lead the way, as American lead stays at 1 pointSAN FRANCISCO — Mike Weir kept seeing American red on the scoreboard Friday, a familiar portrait at this Presidents Cup. |
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LONDON - Manchester United centre-back Rio Ferdinand, who has suffered a string of injuries during recent months, has admitted that he is sweating over whether he will make it to the World Cup Finals.
Friday night belonged to Mark Teixeira as the first baseman of the Yankees hit a homer during the 11th inning of the match against the Twins to guide his team to a 4-3 victory. The win now gives the Yankees a two game lead over the Minnesota Twins in their best of five division series. Needless to say, the match had a nail biting finish which witnessed the New York Yankees emerging as the victor.
Auld wins in season debut, Stars beat Flames 5-2
