As Vikings move on from Favre saga, Jackson and Rosenfels resume competition to be starterMANKATO, Minn. — The starting quarterback job was again his to seize, but Tarvaris Jackson didn’t exactly jump for joy. ‘A little break to get fully, fully fit’, says PietersenLONDON - Injured England batsman Kevin Pietersen has described his current spell on the sidelines as the middle marker in his playing career, and said that he is just taking a break to get fully fit for the next stage. Becks’ sons don’t understand his raunchy Armani adsMELBOURNE - Footie idol David Beckham has revealed that his kids were baffled by his Armani ads. 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. Jets’ suspended LB Calvin Pace was unaware dietary supplement became banned by NFLCORTLAND, N.Y. — Calvin Pace took a dietary supplement he had taken on several occasions during his career. The New York Jets linebacker wasn’t aware that this time, it was on the NFL’s list of banned substances. Red Sox star David Ortiz says union told him he tested positive for drugs in 2003NEW YORK — Boston Red Sox slugger David Ortiz became the latest star implicated in baseball’s ever-growing drug scandal, acknowledging Thursday that the players’ union confirmed he tested positive in 2003. Red Sox star David Ortiz acknowledges he tested positive for drugs in 2003NEW YORK — Boston Red Sox slugger David Ortiz says he was told by the baseball players’ union that he tested positive for performance-enhancing drugs in 2003. Mets GM Omar Minaya apologizes to reporter for remarks during press conference, writer acceptsNEW YORK — Mets general manager Omar Minaya apologized to a beat reporter for questioning his motives and credibility during a bizarre news conference. The writer accepted, saying the GM’s “remorse was sincere.” Vikings’ Kenechi Udeze decides to retire, end comeback from leukemiaMANKATO, Minn. — Kenechi Udeze’s comeback from leukemia served as an inspiration to his Minnesota Vikings teammates. Report: David Ortiz, Manny Ramirez among players who tested positive in 2003NEW YORK — David Ortiz and Manny Ramirez, the sluggers who led Boston to a pair of World Series championships, were among the more than 100 Major League Baseball players who tested positive for performance-enhancing drugs in 2003, according to a report in The New York Times. Mets GM Omar Minaya says he apologized to reporter for remarks during press conferenceNEW YORK — Mets general manager Omar Minaya said Thursday he apologized to a beat reporter for questioning his motives and credibility during a bizarre press conference. Dipika in quarterfinals of junior World SquashCHENNAI - Top seed and favourite Dipika Pallikal of India sailed smoothly into the quarter-finals of the girls singles in the 13th junior World Squash Championships at the ICL Academy courts, here Thursday. After failing to make 100 backstroke final, Peirsol has a new plan for the 200ROME — Aaron Peirsol doesn’t plan on making the same mistake twice. Jones and Markakis each have 3 RBIs, Orioles deny Greinke in 7-3 win over RoyalsBALTIMORE — Adam Jones homered and drove in three runs, Nick Markakis also had three RBIs, and the Baltimore Orioles rallied to beat the Kansas City Royals 7-3 Wednesday night. Mickelson to play PGA Championship at Hazeltine, 2 months after leaving tour to be with wifeCHASKA, Minn. — Phil Mickelson is coming back for the PGA Championship. AUTO RACING PACKAGE: Hamlin, JGR trying to gain on Hendrick as race to Chase winds downScan the top of the NASCAR standings, and Denny Hamlin is there, same as always. Roach, Reifer found guilty of breaching ICC Code of ConductDOMINICA - West Indies fast bowler Kemar Roach and captain Floyd Reifer have been found guilty of breaching the International Cricket Council (ICC) Code of Conduct following hearings in Dominica yesterday. Singletary hopes rookie WR Crabtree gets to 49ers training camp soonSANTA CLARA, Calif. — San Francisco coach Mike Singletary won’t be surprised if top draft pick Michael Crabtree hasn’t agreed to a contract with the 49ers before training camp opens this weekend. Bobcats, Hornets complete swap of centers Emeka Okafor, Tyson ChandlerCHARLOTTE, N.C. — The New Orleans Hornets finally found a taker for Tyson Chandler. It took a deal with tinkering Charlotte coach Larry Brown, who was willing to jettison the Bobcats’ first draft pick. Cowboys owner Jones expects his team to ‘play to the level of’ new, $1.15 billion stadiumSAN ANTONIO — Jerry Jones believes the $1.15 billion stadium the Dallas Cowboys are moving into is “one of the greatest venues that sports has ever seen.” Maine’s Penobscot Indian Nation wants recognition for Sockalexis’ sports achievementsINDIAN ISLAND, Maine — Leaders of Maine’s Penobscot Indian Nation say it’s time for a pioneering baseball player from their tribe to be properly recognized for his contributions to America’s pastime. Alberto Contador, Lance Armstrong criticize each other in Tour aftermathMADRID — Alberto Contador and Lance Armstrong are sniping again after a fragile truce during the Tour de France. World Squash: Pallikal favourite for women’s crownCHENNAI - Dipika Pallikal is poised on the threshold of squash history as she has more than a realistic chance of becoming the first Indian ever to win a World Championship. Allstate ends sponsorship of Allstate 400 at the Brickyard at Indianapolis Motor SpeedwayINDIANAPOLIS — Allstate Corp. said Monday it is ending its sponsorship of the Allstate 400 at the Brickyard after five years as the lead sponsor of the race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. 16-year-old charged in shooting of former NBA and Memphis player Antonio Burks in Tenn.MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Police say a 16-year-old boy has been charged in the shooting of former NBA and University of Memphis player Antonio Burks. Despite Olympic dream, Bulls forward Deng not gambling on fitness to boost British hopesLONDON — However desperate Luol Deng is to play at the Olympics, the Chicago Bulls forward won’t jeopardize his fitness to help Britain ensure it clinches a spot at London 2012. Rickard wins 100 breastswtroke with yet another world record at swimming championshipsROME — Brenton Rickard of Australia has set the first world record of Day 2 at the world swimming championships, winning the 100-meter breaststroke. Younis denies rumours of division in Pakistan teamKARACHI - Pakistan cricket captain Younis Khan has vehemently denied rumours of divisions in his team, saying he would step down if such a problem existed. Not everyone thrilled about all those records falling at world swimming championshipsROME — One after another, the records kept falling. Bridal wear on final day of Bangalore Fashion WeekBANGALORE - Renowned designer Rocky S showcased his collection while golfer Jeev Milkha Singh and model turned actress Sayali Bhagat walked the ramp donning exquisite bridal wear on the final day of the Bangalore Fashion Week here last evening. Goodbye implacable old Lance Armstrong; hello to the more human version who finishes thirdPARIS — Well, well, there’s a sight you don’t see every day at the Tour de France: Lance Armstrong on the podium in Paris without — hold the presses — the race winner’s garish yellow jersey on his back. Phelps off to winning start at worlds, but he can thank him teammates againROME — One after another, the records kept falling. Coleen Rooney feared she would never have kidsLONDON - England footballer Wayne Rooney’s wife Coleen has revealed that she feared that it would be a struggle for her to conceive. Fergie brands Man City arrogant following Tevez poster campaignLONDON - Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has branded Premier League rivals Manchester City “arrogant” over their controversial Carlos Tevez poster campaign. A struggling Johnson may make way for ClarkNORTHAMPTONSHIRE - With just four days to go for the third Test at Edgbaston, Australia’s cricket selectors have been placed in a quandry over what to do with their struggling left-arm fast bowler Mitchell Johnson. |
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