Gaborik leaves Wild, signs multiyear deal with RangersNEW YORK — Once the New York Rangers got out from under Scott Gomez’s expensive contract, they turned to Marian Gaborik and gave him the money they suddenly saved. Roddick beat Hewitt in a gruelling 4 hr match to reach Wimbledon SF
Can Lance Armstrong clinch his eighth Tour de France?
Death of Arguello brings to mind epic brawl with Pryor, one of boxing’s signature fightsNEW YORK — Nearly three decades ago, a ferocious puncher and a brilliant ring tactician waged one of boxing’s epic brawls under the twinkling lights of the Orange Bowl in Miami, a fight so big that few remember Roberto Duran was on the undercard. Phelps isn’t switching to a different high-tech suit, but other swimmers are considering itMichael Phelps doesn’t plan to experiment with any new suits at next week’s U.S. national championships. Other swimmers aren’t so confident they should stick with what they’ve worn in the past. Thomson calls Ponting a ‘crap’ skipperMELBOURNE - Former Australian pacer Jeff Thomson pulled a barbed shaft at compatriot Ricky Ponting, calling him a “crap” skipper with few supporters in the country. Ponting is a crap captain, says ex-Oz pacer ThomsonMELBOURNE - Former Australian fast bowler Jeff Thomson has described current Australian cricket skipper Ricky Ponting as a “crap captain”. NHL supports Jerry Reinsdorf’s bid to buy the Phoenix CoyotesSCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — The NHL believes Jerry Reinsdorf can succeed where Jerry Moyes failed as owner of the financially ailing Phoenix Coyotes. Flames sign star defenseman Jay Bouwmeester to multiyear dealCALGARY, Alberta — Jay Bouwmeester was ready to be a piece of the Calgary Flames’ puzzle instead of carrying the load for another team. Second opinion on Mets CF Beltran’s right knee agrees that no surgery is neededMILWAUKEE — The injury-riddled New York Mets got some good news Tuesday when a second examination of All-Star center fielder Carlos Beltran’s bruised right knee also indicated surgery is not required. AP source: Kidd is the free agent Cuban Twittered about meeting at 12:01DALLAS — Mark Cuban wants to be first in line to talk to Jason Kidd. AP Interview: His ambition still burning, an older Armstrong eyes another Tour de France crownPARIS — Lance Armstrong believes he can win an eighth Tour de France title, well aware his aging legs are not as strong as they used to be. He is also willing to put such ambitions aside if it means helping teammate Alberto Contador win. ‘The Williams Way’: Sisters Venus, Serena win easily to reach Wimbledon semifinalsWIMBLEDON, England — Her 19th consecutive victory at the All England Club already wrapped up, Venus Williams grabbed a seat and watched younger sister Serena win easily to reach the semifinals, too. Clarke says players still think of SymondsWORCESTER - Australian vice-captain Michael Clarke says the squad often thinks about former teammate Andrew Symonds. Rivera, Morales hit back-to-back home runs in Angels 5-2 over stumbling RangersARLINGTON, Texas — When the Los Angeles Angels left Texas in mid-May, they had just been swept and were 4½ games behind the surprising Rangers. Ex-Oz tennis star appalled over Wimbledon’s looks Vs form Centre Court selectionLONDON - The decision of the All England Club to take the physical appearance of women into consideration when planning their schedule for Centre Court matches at Wimbledon has left Australia’s former Federation Cup captain, John Alexander, appalled. ‘Susan Boil’, ‘Swan Flu’, ‘Brack Obama’ among most common Internet misspellingsLONDON - “Susan Boil”, “Rod Steward”, “Swan Flu”, “Brack Obama” and “Paperview boxing” are among the top misspelled words typed into the internet, it has been disclosed. Welcome to the family: Former Hoosiers teammates White, Vaden pursuing NBA dreams togetherOKLAHOMA CITY — When D.J. White heard former college teammate Robert Vaden’s name in the NBA draft, he sent a text message saying “Congratulations!” One mistake at a time, Diamondbacks stumble into major league lead in errorsPHOENIX — When Arizona manager A.J. Hinch recently ordered extra fielding practice before games, he stressed that it was “maintenance,” not punishment. Rivera, Morales hit back-to-back homers in Angels’ 6th straight win, 5-2 over stumbling TexasARLINGTON, Texas — When the Los Angeles Angels left Texas in mid-May, they had just been swept and were 4½ games behind the surprising Rangers. Night tennis at Wimbledon: Under new roof, Murray edges Wawrinka to reach quarterfinalsWIMBLEDON, England — They played into the night on Centre Court, later than anyone ever had in Wimbledon’s long history, and they played indoors, the first match contested entirely under the new roof. Jeremy Mayfield and NASCAR set to go head-to-head in fight over drug suspensionCHARLOTTE, N.C. — Jeremy Mayfield will go head-to-head with NASCAR this week in what very well may be his last shot at racing again this season. Boston aquarium hopes athletic seals inspire obese kids to flip over a new leafBOSTON — Yes, he’s obsessed with grooming, and he occasionally barks at you, but in most ways Isaac is not your typical fitness instructor. He weighs in at 350, eats 16 pounds of food at a time and he’s only 9 years old. And he’s a seal. FIFA president Sepp Blatter praises Confederations Cup but problems remain for World CupJOHANNESBURG — FIFA president Sepp Blatter gave Confederations Cup organizers an encouraging grade of 7.5 out of 10 on Monday while stressing work remains on transportation and housing for next year’s World Cup. Elena Dementieva reaches Wimbledon quarterfinals; Federer, Williams sisters in action todayWIMBLEDON, England — Fourth-seeded Elena Dementieva has become the first player to reach the quarterfinals at Wimbledon after beating fellow Russian Elena Vesnina 6-1, 6-3. Sushil Kumar is back with a bang and goldNEW DELHI - In his first major international outing since winning bronze at the Beijing Olympics last August, Sushil Kumar has now won a gold at the German Grand-Prix. Roger Federer, Williams sisters are in action as Wimbledon resumes todayWIMBLEDON, England — Action resumes at Wimbledon today as five-time men’s champion Roger Federer will take on No. 13 Robin Soderling in a rematch of the French Open final won by Federer. And five-time women’s champion Venus Williams plays No. 13 Ana Ivanovic while younger sister Serena goes up against Daniela Hantuchova. Analysis: While loss stings now, Americans will see progress from Confederations Cup finishThere is no shame in the U.S. men finishing second at the Confederations Cup. Zellous scores 18 points as Shock beat Monarchs 86-72 for Mahorn’s first win as head coachAUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Shavonte Zellous scored 18 points to lead the Detroit Shock to an 86-72 victory over the Sacramento Monarchs on Sunday night, giving Rick Mahorn his first win as a head coach. Crawford, Felix sprint to 200-meter titles at US track and field championships
Dunga’s Brazil shows backbone as well as talent as it chases another World Cup triumphJOHANNESBURG — The first World Cup to be staged in Africa looks likely to have a familiar winner. Flames get potential free agent Bouwmeester from Florida as few deals completed at NHL draft.MONTREAL — The Calgary Flames have added Jay Bouwmeester to their already impressive defense corps, at least for the next four days. Milton Bradley back in Cubs’ lineup after being sent home by manager Lou PiniellaCHICAGO — Milton Bradley was in the Chicago Cubs’ lineup Saturday, a day after he was sent home by manager Lou Piniella following an angry outburst in the dugout. US excited just to have chance to play in Confederations Cup final; Brazil feels it has to winJOHANNESBURG — Landon Donovan remembers the first time he played the Brazilians, when his under-23 team trudged off the field, victims of a 7-0 thrashing. Armstrong’s return brings buzz to Tour de France bracing for next round in doping fightPARIS — France’s anti-doping crusaders are stockpiling needles for testing blood and cups for sampling urine, and two new books on Lance Armstrong have just been released in France. |
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WIMBLEDON, England — This one meant so much to Andy Roddick. Because of the stakes: a return to Wimbledon’s semifinals. Because of the opponent: 2002 champion Lleyton Hewitt. And because of the circumstances: a five-set grind that began under a bright sun and concluded in shadows, 3 hours, 50 minutes later.
PARIS — For Lance Armstrong to win an eighth Tour de France, he will not only have to beat the best rider in the world — his teammate and rival Alberto Contador — he will also need to master an innovative course with a grueling last week that includes four mountain stages.
EUGENE, Ore. — Shawn Crawford doesn’t have to feel bad about this medal. The sprinter who was awarded an Olympic medal he felt he didn’t deserve last year won a national title he most certainly does Sunday, blowing away the field in the 200-meter finals at U.S. track and field championships in a wind-aided time of 19.73 seconds.
