Hauschka, Gano put best foot forward in friendly duel to became next Ravens kickerWESTMINSTER, Md. — Steve Hauschka and Graham Gano are roommates. They eat together, play video games and take turns holding the remote control while watching TV. Ravens reserve WR Smith done for season with ACL tear in right kneeWESTMINSTER, Md. — Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Marcus Smith will undergo season-ending right knee surgery after tearing his right anterior cruciate ligament in Thursday’s game against the Washington Redskins. ‘Real’-ity check: United keeps Madrid at bay for half _ but Spanish club pulls away to win 3-0LANDOVER, Md. —For the longest time, more than $300 million worth of spanking-new Real Madrid talent couldn’t get the ball past a modestly paid goalkeeper named Josh Wicks, who dived left, right and took command in front of his net to keep D.C. United in the game against soccer’s latest edition of the best team money can buy. Snoop Dogg attends Ravens practice, helps team end practice by breaking team huddleWESTMINSTER, Md. — Snoop Dogg was in da house at the Baltimore Ravens training camp Thursday, watching from the sideline before helping the team end practice with a chant he borrowed from linebacker Ray Lewis. Snoop Dog attends Ravens practice, helps team end practice by breaking team huddleWESTMINSTER, Md. — Rap star Snoop Dog joined the Baltimore Ravens at training camp practice, watching from the sideline before ending practice by leading a chant within the team huddle. Race to Dubai prize money will be a little less rich with economic woesAKRON, Ohio — Lee Westwood says prize money from the lucrative “Race to Dubai” on the European Tour has been reduced by 25 percent because of the economy. Swiss pick Persian Gulf port Ras al-Khaimah for America’s Cup showdownEverything leading up to the 33rd America’s Cup has been unconventional and surprising, so it figures that the venue might as well be extraordinary, too. Equestrian federation bans its president’s husband, Dubai ruler Sheik Mohammed, for 6 monthsGENEVA — The International Equestrian Federation banned its president’s husband — Dubai’s Sheik Mohammed — from riding in endurance races for six months after his horse twice failed doping tests. Russia’s Dushevina beats Hradecka of the Czech Republic to win Istanbul Cup finalISTANBUL — Vera Dushevina of Russia has beaten Lucie Hradecka of the Czech Republic 6-0, 6-1 in the Istanbul Cup final to win her first WTA title. Ravens WR Mason ends three-week retirement, joins team in camp and could practice SundayWESTMINSTER, Md. — Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Derrick Mason emerged from retirement Saturday, less than three weeks after abruptly announcing the end to his 12-year career. Vera Dushevina of Russia, Lucie Hradecka of Czech Republic advance to Istanbul Cup finalISTANBUL — Vera Dushevina of Russia will play Lucie Hradecka of the Czech Republic in the Istanbul Cup final. Now in 14th season with Ravens, trimmer Lewis remains dominant force in ‘Ray’s defense’WESTMINSTER, Md. — Down 15 pounds from his playing weight of a year ago, Ray Lewis enters his 14th season with the Baltimore Ravens unequivocally certain he’s never been better than he is right now. Dushevina, Bacsinszky advance to Istanbul Cup semifinalsISTANBUL — Fifth-seeded Vera Dushevina reached the semifinals of the Istanbul Cup Friday by routing No. 3-seeded Anabel Medina Garrigues of Spain 6-1, 6-2. Medina Garrigues, Hradecka, Radwanska, Petkovic advance to Istanbul Cup quarterfinalsISTANBUL — Third-seeded Anabel Medina Garrigues of Spain has beaten wildcard Pemra Ozgen of Turkey 2-6, 6-2, 6-0 to advance to the quarterfinals of the Istanbul Cup. Ravens finalize 5-year deal with offensive tackle Michael OherWESTMINSTER, Md. — The Baltimore Ravens have reached a five-year deal with rookie offensive tackle Michael Oher. IOC lifts threat to suspend Kuwait from Olympics in dispute over sports lawsLAUSANNE, Switzerland — The IOC lifted a threat to suspend Kuwait from the Olympics on Tuesday after its government made good on a promise to begin changing its sports laws. 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. Ravens signs veteran WR Drew Bennett after he impresses them in workoutOWINGS MILLS, Md. — Wide receiver Drew Bennett has agreed to a one-year contract with the Baltimore Ravens, who are looking for help at the position in the wake of the retirement of Derrick Mason. 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. UAE businessman Al-Fahim becomes Portsmouth chairman after Premier League OKs takeoverPORTSMOUTH, England — A businessman from the United Arab Emirates became chairman of Portsmouth on Tuesday after his proposed financial takeover of the soccer club was approved by the English Premier League. Thousands of Jewish athletes converge on Israel for 18th Maccabiah GamesRAMAT GAN, Israel — Thousands of athletes paraded through a packed Israeli stadium Monday at the opening ceremony of the 18th Maccabiah Games, known as the Jewish Olympics, which bring together Jewish sportsmen from around the world. Dodgers CEO says she doesn’t judge Ramirez, he’s ‘paid the penalty’ for drug policy violationJERUSALEM — The Los Angeles Dodgers’ CEO says slugger Manny Ramirez has “paid the penalty” for violating baseball’s drug policy and it’s not for her to judge his actions. Israel reaches Davis Cup semifinals after beating Russia in doublesTEL AVIV, Israel — Israel has reached its first Davis Cup semifinal by taking an insurmountable 3-0 lead over Russia with a five-set win in the doubles match. Home at last after 7 years, Iraq beats Palestine 3-0 in soccer before sellout crowd of 25,000IRBIL, Iraq — Iraq played its first home soccer game since 2002, defeating Palestine 3-0 in a match that was as much about the nation’s struggle for stability as it was about sports. Iraqi soccer team wins 1st home match in 7 years with 3-0 victory over PalestiniansIRBIL, Iraq — Iraq has won its first home soccer game since 2002, defeating the Palestinian national team 3-0 in an exhibition. Sela beats Youzhny to give Israel a 2-0 lead over Russia in Davis Cup quarterfinalsTEL AVIV, Israel — Israel took a surprising 2-0 lead over Russia in the Davis Cup quarterfinals on Friday after Dudi Sela rallied to beat Mikhai Youzhny in the second singles match. Israel takes 2-0 lead over Russia in Davis Cup quarterfinalsTEL AVIV, Israel — Israel has taken a surprising 2-0 lead over Russia in the Davis Cup quarterfinals after Dudi Sela rallied to beat Mikhai Youzhny in the second singles match. Israel’s Harel Levy upsets Russia’s Igor Andreev in Davis Cup quarterfinal matchupTEL AVIV, Israel — Israel’s Harel Levy has upset Russia’s Igor Andreev 6-4, 6-2, 4-6, 6-2 to give the hosts a 1-0 lead in their best-of-five Davis Cup quarterfinal matchup. Defending champs DC United beat 3rd-division Harrisburg City 2-1 in US Open Cup quarterfinalsBOYDS, Md. — Thabiso Khumalo and Andrew Jacobson scored early in the first half Tuesday night to lead defending champion D.C. United to a 2-1 victory over the Harrisburg City Islanders in the quarterfinals of the U.S. Open Cup. Iraqi soccer team to play first home match in 7 years, hosting PalestineBAGHDAD — Iraq’s national soccer team will play on home soil Friday for the first time since 2002, hosting Palestine. Tiger keeps matching Federer on the same day, but with different stakesBETHESDA, Md. — Tiger Woods watched good friend Roger Federer in the championship match at Wimbledon for as long as he could before heading out to prepare for the final round of the AT&T National. Perry decides to play British Open after meeting with doctors for his dying motherBETHESDA, Md. — Kenny Perry has decided to play in the British Open next week after meeting with doctors for his mother, who is dying of blood cancer. Host has most: Woods wins own event for 1st time
A greedy host, indeed: Woods wins his own tournament at CongressionalBETHESDA, Md. — Even after 68 victories, Tiger Woods never had a finish quite like Sunday at the AT&T National. US Olympic gold medalist Lezak skips Worlds to swim in Maccabiah GamesJERUSALEM — Triple Olympic gold medalist Jason Lezak will skip the upcoming World Swimming Championships and instead compete in Israel’s Maccabiah Games in tribute to his Jewish heritage. |
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BETHESDA, Md. —Tiger Woods was on the back nine at Congressional, trying to win his own tournament for the first time.
