Almaty
ALMATY, Kazakhstan - Kazakhstan's state sovereign fund pledged $22 million in financial backing to the Astana cycling team Friday, ensuring the squad stays alive and Tour de France champion Alberto Contador remains in its ranks.
ALMATY, Kazakhstan - Tour de France champion Alberto Contador will remain with the Astana team at least until his contract expires at the end of next year, an official with the Kazakh Cycling Federation said Thursday.
ALMATY - Following the success the England football team is enjoying in the World Cup qualifying rounds, captain John Terry says England can beat anyone.
ALMATY, Kazakhstan - England defeated Kazakhstan 4-0 Saturday to maintain its perfect record in World Cup qualifiers, moving closer to a spot in the South Africa tournament in 2010.
