Peirsol back on top after 100 back flop, setting world record in 200 backROME — Aaron Peirsol of the United States has made up for a disappointing swim at the world championships, breaking his own world record in the 200-meter backstroke by more than a full second. Germany’s Steffen sets world record in 100 freestyle, 30th new mark in RomeROME — Germany’s Britta Steffen has set the 30th world record of the world championships in Rome, winning the 100-meter freestyle in 52.07 seconds. Under pressure from Phelps, FINA moves bodysuit ban up to Jan. 1ROME — Swimming’s governing body has set a firm date of Jan. 1 for banning record-breaking bodysuits, which should remove the threat of a Michael Phelps boycott. Bobby Robson, who coached England to 1990 World Cup semifinals, dies at 76 of cancerLONDON — Bobby Robson, the knighted ambassador of English soccer who coached his country to the 1990 World Cup semifinals and won trophies in four countries, died Friday. He was 76. Former England manager Bobby Robson dies at 76 after struggle with cancerLONDON — Bobby Robson, who coached England to the 1990 World Cup semifinals and won soccer trophies in four countries, has died. He was 76. F1 driver Felipe Massa to return home to Brazil on Monday, doctor says; hopes to race againBUDAPEST, Hungary — Felipe Massa’s doctor says the Formula One driver will return home to Brazil on Monday. Derek Holland allows 2 hits, Michael Young hits 2 of Rangers’ 5 homers in 7-1 win over SeattleARLINGTON, Texas — Derek Holland was pleading to stay in for one more batter. Beckham hopes minor injury won’t keep him out of game against FC BarcelonaCARSON, Calif. — David Beckham hopes that a minor back injury will not prevent him from playing in the Los Angeles Galaxy’s exhibition against FC Barcelona on Saturday night at the Rose Bowl. Talk of who’s-wearing-what on pool deck in Rome puts catwalks in Milan to shameThe latest swimsuit smackdown has nothing to do with Sports Illustrated’s annual edition, though it got off to a racy enough start earlier this week. That’s when the back of Ricky Berens’ body-hugging outfit ripped, baring his butt just as he was diving into the pool at the world championships. Hail Cesar! Brazil’s Cielo takes gold at Foro Italico in swimming’s signature raceROME — Hail Cesar! Brazil’s Cesar Cielo Filho won swimming’s signature race with a furious finish Thursday, beating Olympic champion Alain Bernard and becoming the first to break the 47-second barrier in the 100-meter freestyle. UK race horse trainer earns his stripes by breaking in Zebdee the zebraSIGWELLS FARM, England — What’s black and white and really hard to ride? Spain beats U.S.; Serbia knocks off Croatia in water poloROME — Guillermo Molina scored three goals, including the go-ahead score with 3:38 remaining, and Spain advanced to the gold medal game of the men’s water polo world championships with a 7-6 victory over the United States on Thursday night. Make it 29: With seven more records, Rome worlds pass Beijing as fastest meet everROME — When in Rome, throw out the record book. Make it 28: With six more records, Rome worlds pass Beijing as fastest meet everROME — Down goes Beijing. Six more world records on the fifth night of the world swimming championship pushed the total to 28, sending Rome right on past the Beijing Olympics that were thought to be the limits of speed in the pool. Schipper’s world record in 200 fly is 26th mark to fall in Rome, passing Beijing OlympicsROME — Down goes Beijing. Jess Schipper of Australia has set the 26th world record of the world swimming championships, surpassing the total from last summer’s Olympics. Cielo is best: Brazilian knocks off France’s Bernard, sets world record in 100 free at worldsROME — Brazil’s Cesar Cielo has become the first swimmer to break 47 seconds in the 100-meter freestyle, setting another world record and holding off France’s Alain Bernard at the world championships. With Phelps cheering from stands, Ryan Lochte sets world record in 200 IM at worlds in RomeROME — With Michael Phelps cheering from the stands, Ryan Lochte of the United States set a world record in the 200-meter individual medley Thursday at the world championships. BSkyB posts solid 4th quarter profit as recession-hit consumers enjoy home entertainmentLONDON — Satellite TV service British Sky Broadcasting Group PLC posted a solid fourth-quarter net profit on Thursday as more consumers turned to home entertainment in the recession — drawing the company closer to its target of 10 million subscribers by 2010. BSkyB posts solid 4th quarter profits as recession-hit consumers enjoy home entertainmentLONDON — Satellite TV service British Sky Broadcasting Group PLC posted Thursday a solid fourth-quarter net profit as more consumers turned to home entertainment in the recession — drawing the company closer to its target of 10 million subscribers by 2010. Michael Phelps gets a day off after setting a world record in the 200 fly; 100 fly still loomsROME — Michael Phelps has a whole day off. In Rome, no less. Nikolay Davydenko beats Daniel Gimeno-Traver 6-2, 6-2 to advance to 2nd round at Croatia OpenUMAG, Croatia — Top-seeded Nikolay Davydenko defeated Daniel Gimeno-Traver of Spain 6-2, 6-2 Wednesday to advance to the second round of the Croatia Open. Seattle runner injured in fireworks attack at Denmark’s OutgamesSEATTLE — A Seattle runner suffered minor injuries when someone threw two small explosive devices onto the track at the World Outgames, a gay-friendly sporting event being held in Denmark. FIA said budget cap would have saved BMW as presidential hopeful Vatanen appeals for unityLONDON — Formula One’s governing body said BMW Sauber would not have quit the sport if the leading teams had supported its proposed financial restraints for next season. More records tumbling: Germany’s Samulski, Russia’s Zueva set new marks minutes apartROME — Germany’s Daniela Samulski and Russia’s Anastasia Zueva have set the 17th and 18th world records of the world swimming championships in the semifinals of the 50-meter backstroke. Roger Federer wants to play in Davis Cup playoff in Italy, says Swiss captain Severin LuethiGENEVA — Roger Federer reportedly wants to play in Switzerland’s Davis Cup playoff against Italy in September. German car company BMW to pull out of Formula One at end of seasonMUNICH — BMW is pulling out of Formula One at the end of this season, the second car maker to leave the series within a year. Descenza sets 16th world record in Rome in prelims of 200-meter butterflyROME — Mary Descenza was down in the dumps after missing the Olympic team. Ronaldo scores first goal for Real Madrid in 4-2 win over Liga de QuitoMADRID, Spain — Cristiano Ronaldo scored his first goal for Real Madrid in a 4-2 victory over Liga de Quito in the Peace Cup on Tuesday. Four events to go: Phelps tries to bounce back after stunning loss at worldsROME — Michael Phelps has four more chances to win gold at the world swimming championships. Juan Carlos Ferrero, Juergen Meltzer win in straight sets to reach 2nd round in CroatiaUMAG, Croatia — Juan Carlos Ferrero defeated Christophe Rochus of Belgium 6-3, 6-2 Tuesday in the first round of the Croatia Open. After erasing Thorpe’s 7-year-old record, Biedermann beats Phelps at swim worldsROME — First Ian Thorpe, then Michael Phelps. ESPN buys live rights to show MLS and other European league games in BritainLONDON — ESPN has bought the rights to broadcast Major League Soccer live in Britain and Ireland as well as games from some European leagues. Big upset: Phelps loses 200 free and world record in showdown with Germany’s Paul BiedermannROME — Germany’s Paul Biedermann has handed Michael Phelps his first major individual loss in four years, setting a world record in the 200-meter freestyle at the world championships. England wins bid to host 2015 Rugby World Cup; Japan gets 2019 tournamentDUBLIN — England will host the Rugby World Cup in 2015 and Japan will get the 2019 tournament. As Roman speed show carries on, Phelps prepares for showdown with German surprise BiedermannROME — Michael Phelps is wearing a swimsuit that’s sooooo last year. |
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