New Japanese PM sends letter to IOC members assuring support for Tokyo’s 2016 Olympics bidLONDON — Japan’s new prime minister has sent a letter to IOC members assuring them that government support for Tokyo’s bid to host the 2016 Olympics “remains as strong as ever.” President Obama sends letters to IOC members promising ’spectacular’ 2016 Olympics in ChicagoLONDON — President Barack Obama has written to International Olympic Committee members promising the United States would “welcome the world with open arms” if Chicago is awarded the 2016 Summer Games. British cyclist Jonny Bellis stable in medically induced coma after scooter accidentLONDON — British Cycling says rider Jonny Bellis is in stable condition in a medically induced coma following a scooter crash in Italy. Late Owen goal is Ferguson answer to Ronaldo, Tevez departuresLONDON — With Cristiano Ronaldo scoring freely for Real Madrid and Carlos Tevez embarrassing Manchester United’s goalkeeper, the soccer world must have wondered whether Alex Ferguson had blundered by letting the two stars leave Old Trafford. Americans lose the day, keep a 9-7 lead going into singlesLUSS, Scotland — English club pros Paul Wesselingh and Jeremy Robinson won two matches Saturday as Great Britain & Ireland cut into the Americans’ lead in the PGA Cup heading into the final day of singles. Arsenal bounces back from successive losses to beat Wigan 4-0 in Premier LeagueLONDON — Arsenal bounced back from two straight defeats in the Premier League, routing Wigan 4-0 Saturday behind Thomas Vermaelen’s two goals. Double aces: Retired 64-year-old British woman makes 2 holes-in-one, beats 67M to 1 oddsWHITLEY BAY, England — Ruth Day, a 64-year-old retiree from northern England, had the day of her life on the golf course last week. British cycling team Sky to join Pro Tour races; no decision yet on Armstrong’s new teamAIGLE, Switzerland — British cycling squad Team Sky has been accepted to race in the International Cycling Union’s Pro Tour calendar of events. Retired 64-year-old woman shoots 2 holes-in-one in same round in northern EnglandWHITLEY BAY, England — Ruth Day, a 64-year-old retiree from northern England, had the day of her life on the golf course last week. 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. Circus maximus! ‘Ben Hur Live’ brings horses, eagles, chariot racing to stage of London arenaLONDON — It has a cast of hundreds, dozens of horses, gladiators, a sea battle and a live chariot race. Promoter who found fighter hanged had heart attack at heavyweight fightLONDON — Boxing promoter Frank Maloney, who was taken to the hospital after finding Olympic bronze medalist Darren Sutherland hanged at home, had a heart attack three days earlier at a contested heavyweight fight. Flavio Briatore, Pat Symonds out at Renault; F1 team won’t dispute charges of planned crashLONDON — Renault split with team principal Flavio Briatore on Wednesday and said it would not contest a charge that Nelson Piquet Jr. was ordered to crash during a Formula One race. Olympic bronze medalist boxer Darren Sutherland of Ireland found hanged at home and dead at 27LONDON — Darren Sutherland, a boxer who won a bronze medal for Ireland at the Beijing Olympics, was found hanged at his home Monday. Frank Maloney, his manager, discovered the body of the 27-year-old fighter and was so unnerved he was admitted to a hospital. Emmanuel Adebayor charged by FA with violent conduct over Man City incidentsMANCHESTER, England — Manchester City striker Emmanuel Adebayor has been charged with violent and improper conduct by the Football Association for his alleged stamp on Robin van Persie and for his goal celebration in Saturday’s 4-2 victory over Arsenal. Irish boxer Darren Sutherland, an Olympic bronze medalist at Beijing Games, found dead at 27LONDON — Darren Sutherland, who won an Olympic bronze medal in boxing at last year’s Beijing Games, has been found dead at his home, manager Frank Maloney said. He was 27. Kim Clijsters moves into top 20 in women’s rankings after winning US Open in comebackLONDON — Kim Clijsters moved into the top 20 in the women’s rankings Monday, one day after winning the U.S. Open in her comeback. Evonne Goolagong Cawley, Grand Slam-winning mom, congratulates Kim Clijsters on US Open winBRISBANE, Australia — Evonne Goolagong Cawley didn’t get to watch the moment when Kim Clijsters emulated her achievement of nearly 30 years ago by winning a tennis major after having a child. United States easily wins third straight Walker Cup, leaving another mark at historic MerionARDMORE, Pa. — Nearly 80 years after Bobby Jones accepted a winner’s trophy on the first fairway at Merion’s East Course, the victorious U.S. Walker Cup team left its mark on the venerable club. US wins 3rd straight Walker Cup, Fowler, Uihlein finish unbeatenARDMORE, Pa. — After three straight one-point decisions in the Walker Cup, United States captain Buddy Marucci wondered if the teams were again headed toward a final-hole showdown. Barrichello wins Italian GP to lead Brawn to 1-2 finish that tightens Formula One title fightMONZA, Italy — Rubens Barrichello picked up his second win in three races to lead Brawn GP to a 1-2 finish at the Italian Grand Prix on Sunday that put the British team in the driver’s seat for the Formula One title. US rides lopsided wins by Rickie Fowler in bid for 3rd Walker Cup titleARDMORE, Pa. — The United States has taken an 8-4 lead over Britain and Ireland in the Walker Cup behind the strong play of Rickie Fowler. The Americans are trying to win this event a third straight time. 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. 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. Lampard, Gerrard score twice as England beats Croatia 5-1 to reach World CupWEMBLEY, England — England qualified for the World Cup in style, outplaying Croatia 5-1 Wednesday night as Frank Lampard and Steven Gerrard scored two goals each. Britain pardons fan convicted of attempted murder in Bulgaria, cites new evidenceLONDON — Britain on Wednesday pardoned an English soccer fan who spent four years in prison for attempted murder in Bulgaria, saying another man had confessed to the crime. First members of British road race team targeting Tour de France victory announcedLONDON — A British road racing team that hopes to produce a Tour de France champion within five years has unveiled its first six riders. Olympic contracts benefit British businesses by over $8.3M ahead of 2012 London GamesLONDON — Olympic contracts have benefited British businesses by more than $8.3 million ahead of the 2012 London Games. England can clinch 4th straight World Cup berth by beating Croats at home of English soccerLONDON — Talk about role reversal. Runner’s gender test results expected in about 2 weeks; Semenya unlikely to lose medalLONDON — The results of Caster Semenya’s gender tests are expected to arrive at the IAAF headquarters any day, and its unlikely the world 800-meter champion will lose her gold medal. 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. World record holder Paula Radcliffe to compete at world half marathon championshipsBIRMINGHAM, England — Paula Radcliffe will compete in the world half marathon championships in central England next month. David Beckham says AC Milan among ‘3 or 4′ clubs interested in signing him after MLS seasonLONDON — David Beckham says AC Milan and “three or four” other clubs are interested in signing him in January after the Major League Soccer season ends. FIFA investigates Manchester City’s signing of 17-year-old defender Helan from Rennes in 2008LONDON — FIFA is investigating Manchester City over claims by French club Rennes it illegally poached a teenager. Spain and England among 5 European teams that can clinch 2010 World Cup spots on WednesdayLONDON — Spain and England are among five European teams that can secure a spot in the 2010 World Cup on Wednesday. |
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