IAAF has gender test results on SAfrican runner Caster Semenya; decision will come in NovemberMONACO — The IAAF said Friday it is reviewing results of gender tests on South African runner Caster Semenya and will not issue any final decision until November. Rain offers Rafael Nadal rest from nagging injuries, prospect of long weekend at US OpenNEW YORK — If any player needed a break at the U.S. Open, it was Rafael Nadal. Taurasi’s 22 points help Mercury beat Storm 92-84 in OT to earn home-court throughout playoffsSEATTLE — Diana Taurasi scored five of her 22 points in overtime, and the Phoenix Mercury went on to a 92-84 victory against the injury-depleted Seattle Storm on Thursday night, clinching home-court advantage for the entire WNBA playoffs. Hammon scores 27 points to lead Silver Stars past Monarchs, 80-71SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Becky Hammon scored 27 points to lead San Antonio to an 80-71 victory over the Sacramento Monarchs on Thursday night, moving the Silver Stars one win from securing a playoff berth. Del Potro beats Cilic, reaches US SF; Nadal-Gonzalez slowed by rain
Nolan scores 34 points to lead Shock back to playoffs with 94-87 OT win against LibertyAUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Deanna Nolan scored 34 points to lead Detroit to a 94-87 victory over the New York Liberty on Thursday night, helping the defending champion Shock clinch a playoff spot. Toliver scores 19 points to help Sky beat Fever 86-79, moving closer to first playoff berthCHICAGO — Kristi Toliver scored 19 points, Candice Dupree and Mistie Bass had 15 each and the Chicago Sky beat the Indiana Fever 86-79 Thursday night to close in on the franchise’s first playoff berth. Nolan scores 34 points to lead Shock to verge of playoffs with 94-87 OT win against LibertyAUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Deanna Nolan scored 34 points to lead Detroit to a 94-87 victory over the New York Liberty on Thursday night, moving the defending champion Shock on the verge of clinching a playoff spot. Storm sign All-Star guard Sue Bird to multiyear contract extensionSEATTLE — Sue Bird has agreed to a multiyear contract extension to stay with the Seattle Storm, keeping the All-Star guard with the only WNBA team she’s played for. Track’s governing body has results of gender tests on South African runner Caster SemenyaMONACO — The IAAF said Friday it has received the results of gender tests on South African runner Caster Semenya but is still reviewing them and will not issue any final decision until November. Improper planning doesn’t prevent Gullickson-Parrott from mixed doubles titleNEW YORK — Hours of practice and teamwork? Overrated. Arkansas’ Fortson may be disciplined over crass Twitter message made during rape investigationLITTLE ROCK, Ark. — One of Arkansas’ basketball team’s leading scorers could be disciplined over a crass comment he made on the Internet as police investigated fellow players over an alleged rape, an athletic department spokesman said Thursday. Del Potro pulls away from Cilic, gets to semifinals at US OpenNEW YORK — The swirling winds in Arthur Ashe Stadium caused as much trouble for Juan Martin del Potro as his opponent, Marin Cilic. ‘Here to do business’: Serena Williams takes on Kim Clijsters in US Open semifinalsNEW YORK — Serena Williams finally acknowledged what has seemed rather obvious for quite some time: There are four tennis tournaments that truly matter to her. Her right leg shattered, short track skater Allison Baver is all grit in bid for 3rd OlympicsMARQUETTE, Mich. — Allison Baver arrived at the short track speedskating nationals worried about her right leg, still on the mend seven months after a full-speed crash into the boards left her unable to walk. A coronation for a man who walks on air: Jordan leads a distinguished 2009 Hall of Fame classSPRINGFIELD, Mass. — Michael Jordan was the best, no doubt about it. Serena and Venus Williams move into 1st US Open women’s doubles final since 1999NEW YORK — Serena and Venus Williams are back in the U.S. Open women’s doubles final for the first time in a decade. 17-year-old Melanie Oudin’s New York story ends with loss to Caroline Wozniacki at US OpenNEW YORK — Melanie Oudin came to New York with a bag of rackets slung across her shoulder and a few modest goals. Former World, Olympic pole vaulting champion Stacy Dragila retires after meet in ParisPARIS — Former World and Olympic champion Stacy Dragila has ended her 14-year pole vaulting career with a second-place finish at the DecaNation track and field meet. Celski wins men’s 1,500 over Apolo Anton Ohno at US short track at speedskating nationalsMARQUETTE, Mich. — J.R. Celski keeps beating childhood idol Apolo Anton Ohno. Minnesota Lynx keep playoff hopes alive with victory over Detroit ShockMINNEAPOLIS — Anna Montanana’s putback with 28.6 seconds capped her career night and gave the playoff-hopeful Minnesota Lynx a 75-72 victory over the Detroit Shock on Wednesday night. NYC man to be charged with running on court at US Open to kiss Nadal; security increasedNEW YORK — Stadium security was bulked up for Wednesday night’s matches at the U.S. Open, a day after a man was arrested for running onto the court to kiss Rafael Nadal. Connecticut coach’s daughter says she’s hired by The Hartford Courant to cover teamHARTFORD, Conn. — A daughter of Connecticut coach Geno Auriemma said Wednesday she’s been hired by The Hartford Courant to help cover the six-time national championship team. American teen Oudin’s US Open ride ends with quarterfinal loss to No. 9 WozniackiNEW YORK — American teenager Melanie Oudin’s surprising run at the U.S. Open has ended with a 6-2, 6-2 quarterfinal loss to No. 9-seeded Caroline Wozniacki of Denmark. Prosecutor: No charges will be filed in alleged rape involving Arkansas basketball teamLITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Three University of Arkansas basketball players investigated after a female student claimed that she was raped at fraternity party will not face charges, a prosecutor said Wednesday. Teenager Yanina Wickmayer advances to 1st Grand Slam semi with 7-5, 6-4 win over BondarenkoNEW YORK — Teenager Yanina Wickmayer is in her first Grand Slam semifinal 10 years after she and her father left behind their lives in Belgium to chase her tennis dream in Florida. No more H-Oudin-i escapes: American teen loses to Wozniacki in US Open quarterfinalsNEW YORK — Melanie Oudin’s magical U.S. Open is over. Celski easily wins men’s 1,500 over Ohno at US short track nationalsMARQUETTE, Mich. — J.R. Celski keeps beating childhood idol Apolo Anton Ohno. NYC man to be charged with running on court at US Open to kiss Rafael Nadal after matchNEW YORK — A New York City man arrested for running onto the court at the U.S. Open to kiss Rafael Nadal will be charged with trespassing and faces possible jail time if convicted, prosecutors said Wednesday. Olympic champion Libby Trickett considering retirement as she takes a break from swimmingSYDNEY — Triple Olympic gold medalist Libby Trickett is contemplating retirement and has announced she’ll take an extended break from competitive swimming. Rafael Nadal beats Gael Monfils 6-7 (3), 6-3, 6-1, 6-3 to advance to US Open quarterfinalsNEW YORK — If Rafael Nadal was hurting, it didn’t show. If he was vulnerable, it didn’t last. Leslie nets 18 points, Quinn adds 15 in Sparks’ 76-68 win over Silver StarsLOS ANGELES — Lisa Leslie scored 18 points and Noelle Quinn had 15 points as the Los Angeles Sparks secured a WNBA Western Conference playoff spot by rallying for a 76-68 victory over the San Antonio Silver Stars on Tuesday night. Catchings has 17 points and 10 rebounds, Douglas also scores 17 as Fever beat Liberty 69-63NEW YORK — Tamika Catchings had 17 points and 10 rebounds, Katie Douglas also scored 17 and the Indiana Fever beat the New York Liberty 69-63 Tuesday night. Disappointed! ‘08 runner-up Murray upset in US Open; Clijsters-Williams in SFsNEW YORK — Disappointed. Serena Williams wins in straight sets again to set up US Open semi against Kim ClijstersNEW YORK — Defending champion Serena Williams has advanced to the U.S. Open semifinals, setting up a showdown against Kim Clijsters. |
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NEW YORK — Juan Martin del Potro was aching for a second crack at a Grand Slam semifinal, a second chance to prove he has what it takes to win at that stage.
