Davydenko, Mathieu come from behind to reach German Open finalHAMBURG — Second-seeded Nikolay Davydenko came from behind in both sets to beat David Ferrer 7-5, 7-6 (2) on Saturday and set up a German Open final against Paul-Henri Mathieu. Mathieu rallies to beat qualifier Cuevas and reach German Open finalHAMBURG — Paul-Henri Mathieu of France has beaten qualifier Pablo Cuevas from Uruguay 4-6, 6-3, 7-5 to advance to the final of the German Open. Will these world championships be adorned with a big asterisk now that bodysuits are done?ROME — If every record is broken at the world championships by swimmers wearing suits that will soon be illegal, what should we make of all those astonishing numbers? Qualifier Cuevas beats Almagro 6-2, 6-4 to reach semifinals of German OpenHAMBURG — Qualifier Pablo Cuevas of Uruguay upset 14th-seeded Nicolas Almagro 6-2, 6-4 Friday to reach the German Open semifinals. Cuevas, Davydenko advance to German Open quarterfinals, Soderling upsetHAMBURG — Nicolas Almagro ended his two-match losing streak against Robin Soderling by beating the third-seeded French Open runner-up 7-5, 6-3 on Thursday to reach the quarterfinals of the German Open. Nikolay Davydenko beats Jeremy Chardy 6-3, 6-3 to reach German Open quarterfinalsHAMBURG — Qualifier Pablo Cuevas of Uruguay upset eighth-seeded Philipp Kohlschreiber of Germany 6-4, 7-6 (8) Thursday to reach the quarterfinals of the German Open. Timeline in Porsche, Volkswagen sagaA look at the timeline beginning with Porsche SE’s decision to acquire a majority stake in Volkswagen and, ultimately, leading to Thursday’s announcement that chief executive Wendelin Wiedeking stepped down. Chardy and Soderling advance to third round of the German OpenHAMBURG — Robin Soderling and Jeremy Chardy, who both won tournaments last week, extended their winning streaks on clay Wednesday to advance to the third round of the German Open. Top-seeded Simon, Robredo upset at German OpenHAMBURG — Top-seeded Gilles Simon of France was eliminated from the German Open on Tuesday, losing to German wild card Daniel Brands 3-6, 6-4, 6-3 in the second round. Thomas Lurz of Germany wins 3rd consecutive 5K open water race at worlds; Gianniotis 2ndROME — Thomas Lurz won his third consecutive 5-kilometer title in open water swimming Tuesday at the world championships. Chardy wins 1st career title by beating Hanescu 1-6, 6-3, 6-4 in Mercedes Cup finalSTUTTGART, Germany — Jeremy Chardy of France won his first career ATP Tour title on Sunday, beating Victor Hanescu of Romania 1-6, 6-3, 6-4 in the Mercedes Cup final. Valentino Rossi wins German Grand Prix for 101st career MotoGP victorySACHSENRING, Germany — Valentino Rossi has held off Yamaha teammate Jorge Lorenzo in a wheel-to-wheel last lap to win the German Grand Prix for his 101st MotoGP victory. Hanescu beats Fognini and Chardy tops Kiefer to gain Mercedes Cup finalSTUTTGART, Germany — Jeremy Chardy of France beat Nicolas Kiefer of Germany 6-3, 7-5 on Saturday to set up a Mercedes Cup final against Victor Hanescu of Romania. Romania’s Victor Hanescu beats Italy’s Fabio Fognini to reach Mercedes Cup final in StuttgartSTUTTGART, Germany — Romania’s Victor Hanescu, the only seeded player left in the field, beat Italy’s Fabio Fognini 6-3, 6-7 (4), 6-2 Saturday at the Mercedes Cup to reach his first ATP Tour final in a year. Former Wimbledon champion Michael Stich to play doubles at Hamburg tournament next weekHAMBURG — Former Wimbledon champion Michael Stich will break his 12-year retirement to play doubles at next week’s Hamburg tournament. Fognini upsets Davydenko 6-1, 3-6, 7-5 at Mercedes Cup to reach 1st semifinal in a yearSTUTTGART, Germany — Fabio Fognini upset second-seeded Nikolay Davydenko of Russia 6-1, 3-6, 7-5 Friday at the Mercedes Cup to reach his first semifinal in a year. Kiefer makes up for absent years with Stuttgart quarter-final spotStuttgart,GERMANY - Nicolas Kiefer was hoping to line up against a German Davis Cup teammate in the quarter-finals of the Mercedes Cup after securing his own spot in the last eight 6-3, 6-4 over compatriot Simon Greul Thursday. Mathieu turns the corner against Youzhny in StuttgartStuttgart,GERMANY - Frenchman Paul-Henri Mathieu began reversing a career-long loss streak against Mikhail Youzhny as he defeated the Russian 7-6 (7-4), 7-6 (7-4) for a place in the second round of the Mercedes Cup tennis Wednesday. Wolfsburg sign under-21 German international
Davydenko rallies to beat Navarro and advance to 2nd round of Mercedes Cup
Bourdais out of Toro Rosso after German GP, according to reserve driver Alguersuari
Webber claims first win as Red Bull continues fightbackNuerburg,GERMANY - Mark Webber overcame a drive-through penalty to claim his first career win in Formula One racing at the German Grand Prix Sunday. Sturm beats Gevor to retain WBA middleweight titleNUERBURG, Germany — Felix Sturm retained his WBA middleweight title, beating Khoren Gevor in a unanimous decision Saturday at the Ring Arena. Monica Seles headlines class inducted into International Tennis Hall of FameNEWPORT, R.I. — Monica Seles is comfortable talking about her on-court stabbing 16 years ago — even on a day of celebration. Kohlschreiber wins to give Germany 1-1 tie with defending Davis Cup champion SpainMARBELLA, Spain — Philipp Kohlschreiber beat Tommy Robredo 6-3, 6-4, 6-4 on Friday and Germany tied defending champion Spain 1-1 in their best-of-five Davis Cup quarterfinal matchup. Verdasco rallies to beat Davis Cup rookie Beck as defending champion Spain leads Germany 1-0MARBELLA, Spain — Fernando Verdasco has rallied to beat Andreas Beck 6-0, 3-6, 6-7 (4), 6-2, 6-1 to give defending Davis Cup champion Spain a 1-0 lead in its quarterfinal against Germany. FIA reacts angrily to FOTA talks walkoutNuerburg,GERMANY - Motorsport’s ruling body, the FIA, responded angrily Thursday to a decision by the eight members of the Formula One Teams Association (FOTA) to walk out of a meeting to discuss next year’s rules for Formula One. Vettel prepares as Formula One rows rumble on
Report: Ecclestone describes flap over reported Hitler comment as ‘misunderstanding’BERLIN — Formula One boss Bernie Ecclestone says the furor over his reported comment that Adolf Hitler got “things done” is a misunderstanding. Germans take men’s gold for first ever European triumph at beach volleyball worldsSTAVANGER, Norway — Julius Brink and Jonas Reckermann of Germany have beaten top-seeded Brazilians Harley and Alison in straight sets 21-16, 21-19 to win the men’s final at the World Beach Volleyball Championships. Germans Bracht and Wallenhorst win men’s, women’s races at Frankfurt Ironman triathlonFRANKFURT — Timo Bracht of Germany has won the men’s race at the Frankfurt Ironman and compatriot Sandra Wallenhorst took the women’s division on a day in which temperatures climbed to 86 degrees. Jermaine Jones could join US national team later this yearNEW YORK — Midfielder Jermaine Jones could join the U.S. national team later this year, possibly with defender Edgar Castillo. Grafite extends contract with Wolfsburg until 2012WOLFSBURG - Brazilian striker Grafite has extended his contract with German champions VfL Wolfsburg by one year until the end of the 2012 season, the Bundesliga club confirmed Tuesday. The wheel turns for suspected dopers with officials to test targeted riders at Tour de FrancePARIS — When the Tour de France starts Saturday, some cyclists may as well wear targets on their backs. Top scorer Grafite set to renew Wolfsburg contractWESTERLAND - Bundesliga top scorer Grafite said Friday he will renew his contract at champions VfL Wolfsburg until 2012. |