Policemen bling twice _ Italian police take Maradona’s earrings to pay tax billROME — Italian police didn’t want the shirt off Diego Maradona’s back — just his earrings. New Costa Rica soccer coach Rene Simoes faces early problems in World Cup qualifyingSAN JOSE, Costa Rica — Rene Simoes is the new soccer of Costa Rica, and has problems after one day on the job. Rogge: USOC issues won’t harm Chicago’s 2016 bid in expected close vote in OctoberLONDON — IOC president Jacques Rogge said disputes with the U.S. Olympic Committee will have “no negative effects whatsoever” on Chicago’s chances of landing the 2016 Summer Games. Juan Martin del Potro, the ‘Tower of Tandil,’ puts hometown on the map after winning US OpenTANDIL, Argentina — A hand-painted sign in Juan Martin del Potro’s hometown of Tandil summed it up: “Welcome to the capital of tennis.” US Open champion Del Potro arrives in Argentina to cheers of ‘Ole’ and ‘Del Pooo, Del Pooo’BUENOS AIRES, Argentina — After winning the U.S. Open, Juan Martin Del Potro has another goal. Olympic gold medalist Misty May-Treanor to reunite with Kerri Walsh on beach volleyball tourTwo-time Olympic gold medalist Misty May-Treanor will return next weekend to the domestic beach volleyball tour, where she will be reunited with teammate Kerri Walsh. US Open champion Del Potro arrives in Argentina to cheers of ‘Ole’ and ‘Del Poo, Del Poo’BUENOS AIRES, Argentina — After winning the U.S. Open, Juan Martin Del Potro has another goal. Olympic gold medalist Misty May-Treanor reunites with Kerri Walsh on beach volleyball tourTwo-time Olympic gold medalist Misty May-Treanor will return next weekend to the domestic beach volleyball tour, where she will be reunited with teammate Kerri Walsh. Report: Diego Maradona seeks help from Italian doctor to combat weight gain, stressMERANO, Italy — Argentina coach Diego Maradona reportedly is in Italy to be treated for weight gain and stress following two straight losses by his team in World Cup qualifying. Your presence is requested; IOC member says voters would ‘love’ to meet Obama before 2016 voteCHICAGO — President Barack Obama has some fans in the International Olympic Committee. Cyclist in mourning: Colombian pulls out of race after both parents die an hour apartBOGOTA — One of Colombia’s leading cyclists has pulled out of a race after receiving the stunning news that his father had died — followed by his mother one hour later. Man United, Chelsea come from behind to win; Man City maintains winning start vs. ArsenalLONDON — Manchester United and Chelsea rallied to victories Saturday, while Manchester City’s expensively revamped team passed its first big Premier League test against Arsenal. Michelle Obama to travel to Copenhagen to support Chicago’s bid to host 2016 Olympic GamesWASHINGTON — An Obama is definitely going to Denmark to lobby for Chicago’s bid for the 2016 Olympics. Brazilians enjoying rival Argentina’s struggle in WCup qualifying as much as its own winsSAO PAULO — Argentina’s struggles are giving as much joy to Brazilians as their own team’s secured World Cup berth and 11-match winning streak. Maradona caught in the eye of a storm and under pressure as Argentina risks missing World CupBUENOS AIRES, Argentina — Argentines are furious. They’re blaming their soccer team’s most recent World Cup qualifying loss squarely on coach Diego Maradona. Now the two-time world champions are in danger of missing their first World Cup since 1970. AP Interview: Rogge predicts tight 2016 vote; says Obama presence not crucial to ChicagoLONDON — IOC president Jacques Rogge expects the race for the 2016 Olympics to be decided by “a couple of votes” and says Chicago’s chances won’t hinge on whether President Barack Obama shows up for the vote. Will he or won’t he? Everyone wants to know whether Obama will go for IOC vote on 2016 GamesCHICAGO — Forget Vancouver. The biggest question for U.S. Olympic Committee leaders these days is whether President Barack Obama will make a personal appearance at the vote to award the 2016 Games. England can clinch 4th straight World Cup berth by beating Croats at home of English soccerLONDON — Talk about role reversal. Roger Federer chosen to play for Switzerland against Italy in Davis Cup playoffsLONDON — Roger Federer was chosen Tuesday to play for Switzerland’s Davis Cup team in the country’s attempt to stay in the elite World Group. AP Interview: Sebastian Coe says bid race for 2016 Olympics even closer than 2012 contestLONDON — Take it from a man who should know: The race for the 2016 Olympics is as close as can be. Hatoyama to be asked to attend key IOC meeting in Copenhagen to back Tokyo’s 2016 bidTOKYO — Japan’s incoming prime minister Yukio Hatoyama will be asked to support Tokyo’s 2016 Olympic bid by attending the IOC meeting in Copenhagen next month. Brazil’s Kaka says Argentina’s Lionel Messi deserves to be called best soccer player in worldSAO PAULO — Brazilian star Kaka remains hopeful he will be crowned the best soccer player in the world again. For now, he acknowledges Lionel Messi deserves that title. Brazil stays at top of FIFA rankings; Spain closes gap in 2nd; US rises to No. 11ZURICH — Confederations Cup champion Brazil remained at the top of the FIFA rankings for a third straight month, while the United States moved up to No. 11. Arturo Gatti’s wife to sue Brazilian state, citing wrongful imprisonment in boxer’s deathSAO PAULO — The wife of boxer Arturo Gatti intends to sue the state of Pernambuco for arresting her as a prime suspect in her husband’s death a month ago. Choking in sports becomes all too real for Brazil soccer player who swallows gum during gameSAO PAULO — Chewing gum and playing soccer proved a dangerous mix for one Brazilian player. Brazilian soccer players threatened after loss. ‘What kind of world is this?’ coach asksSAO PAULO — The coach of a second-division soccer club in Brazil says armed men threatened players in the locker room after a loss. Ex-Yankees SS Bucky Dent meets with NY club at LLWS; Canada gets wild winSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. — At face value, Bucky Dent draws few looks from the young ballplayers. He’s 57, and it’s been 25 years since he was in the majors. Little League WS is fun and games even in loss; NY Mexico, Curacao, Japan move onSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. — Playing video games, going swimming and catching up with old friends can be just as much fun as winning for the youngsters at the Little League World Series. Little League WS is fun and games even in loss; Mexico, Curacao, Japan move onSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. — Playing video games, going swimming and catching up with old friends can be just as much fun as winning for the youngsters at the Little League World Series. Little League WS is fun and games even in loss; Mexico advances; Ga., and Japan also winSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. — Playing video games, going swimming and catching up with old friends can be just as much fun as winning for the youngsters at the Little League World Series. F1 driver Felipe Massa says a full recovery is near; aiming to race at Brazilian GP in OctoberSAO PAULO — Formula One driver Felipe Massa says he’s nearly recovered from a fractured skull and hopes to return to racing at the Brazilian Grand Prix in October. Brazilian president to travel to Copenhagen meeting to lead Rio’s 2016 Olympic bidBERLIN — Brazil’s president will attend an Olympic meeting in Copenhagen to push Rio de Janeiro’s bid for the 2016 games. Arturo Gatti’s widow believes 2nd autopsy on ex-boxing champ will clear her nameMONTREAL — Arturo Gatti’s wife says a second autopsy on the former boxing champion will show she had nothing to do with his death. Delayed Argentine soccer season to open Aug. 21 amid proposed government takeover of TV rightsBUENOS AIRES, Argentina — Argentina’s delayed soccer season will start Aug. 21 amid a proposed government takeover of television rights to the games. 3 Brazilian track and field athletes suspended for 2 years after testing positive for EPOSAO PAULO — Three Brazilian track and field athletes have been suspended for two years after testing positive for the banned endurance-booster EPO. |
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