Soccer league in England tells clubs to reveal the identities of their ownersLONDON — The English Football League is demanding that all its clubs reveal the identities of their owners. Serbian soccer federation fined, warned it could lose points over rowdy crowdsBELGRADE, Serbia — Serbia’s soccer federation was fined for rowdy crowd behavior and warned by FIFA the team could lose points if problems persist at remaining World Cup qualifying matches. Jacques Rogge set for re-election as president of International Olympic CommitteeLONDON — Jacques Rogge has presided over four Olympics, led a determined fight against doping and steadied the ship after the worst ethics crisis in the movement’s history. Caddies dress the part in SF during final practice roundSAN FRANCISCO — The American caddies endeared themselves to the gallery at Harding Park on the final day of practice by wearing San Francisco Giants jerseys with their players’ name stitched on the back. Davis Cup final between Spain, Czech Republic to be held either in Valencia or BarcelonaBARCELONA, Spain — The Davis Cup final between Spain and the Czech Republic in December will be played in either Valencia or Barcelona. NBA rivals in waiting praise Ricky Rubio despite teen prospect opting for now to stay in SpainMADRID — The NBA’s quick swing through Spain didn’t yield Ricky Rubio, although it did provide plenty of anticipation for one of Europe’s biggest talents. Court upholds IAAF appeal, imposes 2-year ban on Spanish hurdler Josephine Onyia for dopingLAUSANNE, Switzerland — Spanish hurdler Josephine Onyia received a two-year ban on Wednesday after failing two post-race doping tests within 11 days. IOC concerned that all venue plans aren’t finalized for 2012 London GamesCOPENHAGEN — The International Olympic Committee is concerned that organizers of the 2012 London Games have yet to finalize plans for all the sports venues. Michelle Wie, Suzann Pettersen say Olympic tournament would trump majors for golfersCOPENHAGEN — Michelle Wie has no doubts about where an Olympic gold medal would rank in the minds of professional golfers. IOC says its concerned all venue plans aren’t finalized for 2012 London GamesCOPENHAGEN — The International Olympic Committee is concerned that organizers of the 2012 London Games have yet to finalize plans for all the sports venues. 3 chemists win Nobel for atom-by-atom mapping of the protein-making factories within cellsSTOCKHOLM — Two Americans and an Israeli scientist won the 2009 Nobel Prize in chemistry on Wednesday for atom-by-atom mapping of the protein-making factories within cells — a feat that has spurred the development of antibiotics. Jo-Wilfried Tsonga, Richard Gasquet advance to 2nd round at Japan OpenTOKYO — Second-seeded Jo-Wilfried Tsonga of France defeated Mischa Zverev of Germany 6-4, 6-3 Wednesday to advance to the second round of the Japan Open. Maria Sharapova loses at China Open, Svetlana Kuznetsova, Nikolay Davydenko winSharapova loses, Kuznetsova wins at China Open BEIJING — Maria Sharapova was eliminated from the China Open on Wednesday, losing to Peng Shuai of China 6-2, 6-4. 2 Americans, 1 Israeli win Nobel chemistry prize for studies on ribosomeSTOCKHOLM — Two Americans and an Israeli scientist won the 2009 Nobel Prize in chemistry on Wednesday for atom-by-atom mapping of the protein-making factories within cells — a feat that has spurred the development of antibiotics. Stoudemire returns, Suns use defense to beat Partizan Belgrade 111-80 in preseason openerPHOENIX — Amare Stoudemire scored 12 points in his first game in eight months, and the Phoenix Suns used a strong defensive effort to beat Partizan Belgrade 111-80 on Tuesday night in their preseason opener. James Johnson hits last-second jumper to lead Bulls over Jazz 102-101 in NBA preseasonLONDON — Rookie James Johnson sank a fade-away jump shot from the baseline at the buzzer Tuesday to give the Chicago Bulls a 102-101 win over the Utah Jazz in an NBA preseason game. Golf, rugby prepare final Olympic sales pitch ahead of IOC votes on inclusion in 2016 gamesCOPENHAGEN — After years of sales pitches and lobbying, the officials backing golf and rugby are days away from finding out whether those sports will return to the Olympic program. Commissioner David Stern still hopeful of regular-season NBA game in LondonLONDON — The NBA is still planning to play a regular-season game in London before the 2012 Olympics are hosted by the British capital, although commissioner David Stern said Tuesday that there is no set schedule. French gay soccer team says it was snubbed by Muslim teamPARIS — A French gay soccer team says its members were victims of homophobia when a team of Muslim players refused to play a match against them. Hong Kong businessman Carson Yeung completes takeover of Premier League club BirminghamLONDON — Hong Kong businessman Carson Yeung’s takeover of Birmingham is complete after his investment company Grandtop Holdings took its share of ownership past the 90 percent mark. Former Italy coach Roberto Donadoni fired by Napoli; Walter Mazzari hired as replacementNAPLES, Italy — Former Italy coach Roberto Donadoni has been fired as coach of Napoli in the Italian league. He was replaced by Walter Mazzari. Amir Khan to make 1st WBA light-welterweight title defense against unbeaten Dmitriy SalitaNEWCASTLE, England — Amir Khan will make the first defense of his WBA light-welterweight title against the unbeaten Dmitriy Salita in December. Rio officials hit back at Tokyo governor’s comments about IOC selection process for 2016 games
3 men share 2009 Nobel Prize in physics for work in networking society, digital photographySTOCKHOLM — Three scientists who created the technology behind digital photography and helped link the world through fiber-optic networks shared the 2009 Nobel Prize in physics Tuesday. 3 men share 2009 Nobel physics prize for work in networking society, digital photographySTOCKHOLM — Three Americans whose 1960s research laid the foundation for today’s world of computerized images and lightning-fast communication shared the 2009 Nobel Prize in physics Tuesday for their work developing fiber-optic cable and the sensor at the heart of digital cameras. Charles K. Kao, Willard S. Boyle and George E. Smith share 2009 Nobel Prize in physicsSTOCKHOLM — The 2009 Nobel Prize in physics has been awarded to Charles K. Kao, Willard S. Boyle and George E. Smith for breakthroughs involving the transmission of light in fiber optics and inventing an imaging semiconductor circuit. Charles K. Kao, Willard S. Boyle and George E. Smith share 2009 Nobel physics prizeSTOCKHOLM — The 2009 Nobel Prize in physics has been awarded to Charles K. Kao, Willard S. Boyle and George E. Smith for breakthroughs involving the transmission of light in fiber optics and inventing an imaging semiconductor circuit. Ronaldo believes he’ll recover from ankle injury, hopes to play in Portugal’s next qualifierLISBON, Portugal — Cristiano Ronaldo believes he will recover from an ankle injury in time for Portugal’s World Cup qualifier against Hungary this weekend. Nobel physics prize speculation swirls around quantum mechanics, nanotechnologySTOCKHOLM — Scientists who developed a cornerstone in thinking behind quantum mechanics, the broad sweep of chaos theory or the expanding nature of the universe and dark energy could be rewarded for years of effort and research when the 2009 Nobel Prize in physics is announced Tuesday. Veteran team, 1 rookie _ Brittany Bock _ chosen for US rosterCHICAGO — Newcomer Brittany Bock was among 18 players chosen by coach Pia Sundhage for the U.S. women’s team that will play World Cup champion Germany on Oct. 29. Rogge: Giving Rio the 2016 Olympics proves money’s not driving force in choosing games hostCOPENHAGEN — IOC president Jacques Rogge says the decision to give Rio de Janeiro the 2016 games shows the Olympic movement isn’t out to make “big money” on its showcase event. Simon Dyson wins Dunhill Links by 3 shots; Englishman shoots 66 with opening burst of birdiesST. ANDREWS, Scotland — Simon Dyson of England won the Dunhill Links Championship by three strokes Monday after shooting a 6-under 66 that included birdies on six of the first seven holes. Americans Elizabeth Blackburn, Carol Greider and Jack Szostak win Nobel medicine prizeSTOCKHOLM — Americans Elizabeth H. Blackburn, Carol W. Greider and Jack W. Szostak won the 2009 Nobel Prize in medicine on Monday for discovering a key mechanism in the genetic operations of cells, an insight that has inspired new lines of research into cancer. Lorenzo wins 2nd straight Portuguese GP to gain on overall leader Rossi; Stoner 2nd on returnESTORIL, Portugal — Jorge Lorenzo won his second straight Portuguese Grand Prix to gain on teammate and Moto GP overall leader Valentino Rossi. MLS boss Don Garber says Stan Kroenke would be a good Arsenal owner, promote young talentLONDON — MLS commissioner Don Garber says Stan Kroenke would be a positive addition for Arsenal if the American businessman completes his buyout of the Premier League club. |
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