- Germany's Bach announces he will run for IOC presidency Reuters - 2 hrs 6 mins ago
By Karolos Grohmann (Reuters) - German Thomas Bach became the first official candidate to be the International Olympic Committee's (IOC) new president on Thursday, saying his long experience in the world … More »Germany's Bach announces he will run for IOC presidency
By Karolos Grohmann (Reuters) - German Thomas Bach became the first official candidate to be the International Olympic Committee's (IOC) new president on Thursday, saying his long experience in the world of sport was his strong asset. The 1976 Olympic fencing champion, who is an IOC vice president and has been a member …
- Barca have La Liga crown in sight Reuters - 2 hrs 20 mins ago
By Iain Rogers MADRID (Reuters) - Real Madrid have stubbornly refused to capitulate in recent weeks but La Liga leaders Barcelona finally have their fate in their own hands and can secure a 22nd La Liga … More »Barca have La Liga crown in sight
By Iain Rogers MADRID (Reuters) - Real Madrid have stubbornly refused to capitulate in recent weeks but La Liga leaders Barcelona finally have their fate in their own hands and can secure a 22nd La Liga crown with victory at Atletico Madrid (1700 GMT) on Sunday. Barca need two points from their remaining four matches to …
- Beckham pays tribute to "father figure" Ferguson Reuters - 2 hrs 22 mins ago
PARIS (Reuters) - Former England captain David Beckham hailed Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson as a "father figure" after the Scot announced his retirement on Wednesday. The 38-year-old Beckham … More »Beckham pays tribute to "father figure" Ferguson
PARIS (Reuters) - Former England captain David Beckham hailed Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson as a "father figure" after the Scot announced his retirement on Wednesday. The 38-year-old Beckham joined Manchester United's academy and spent 17 years at the club, playing 394 games with the first team and winning six …
- Suarez escapes punishment for alleged punch in qualifier Reuters - 2 hrs 27 mins ago
(Reuters) - Uruguay forward Luis Suarez has escaped a sanction for allegedly punching an opponent during the World Cup qualifier against Chile, the country's football federation (AUF) said in a statement. … More »Suarez escapes punishment for alleged punch in qualifier
(Reuters) - Uruguay forward Luis Suarez has escaped a sanction for allegedly punching an opponent during the World Cup qualifier against Chile, the country's football federation (AUF) said in a statement. Soccer's governing body FIFA opened an investigation after Argentine referee Nestor Pitana missed the incident which …
- Moyes front-runner to take over at Man United AP - 3 hrs ago
MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Manchester United will attempt to make a smooth transition when Alex Ferguson leaves the dugout for the last time this month, with David Moyes expected to take over the managerial … More »Moyes front-runner to take over at Man United
- Bulls-Heat series even, and tensions rising AP - 3 hrs ago
MIAMI (AP) — Carlos Boozer said the Chicago Bulls were feeling cheated. Mario Chalmers said the Miami Heat thought they were getting too many cheap shots. More »Bulls-Heat series even, and tensions rising
- Hit by liner, Happ says 'I feel really fortunate' AP - 4 hrs ago
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — J.A. Happ isn't sure how he'll react when gets on a mound again. One thing he does know is that he's going to try to forget what happened Tuesday night. More »Hit by liner, Happ says 'I feel really fortunate'
- Kings beat Blues 3-2 in OT, take 3-2 series lead AP - 5 hrs ago
ST. LOUIS (AP) — The way the Los Angeles Kings opened the playoffs is old news. The defending Stanley Cup champions are headed home where they've dominated, one win shy of surviving the first round. More »Kings beat Blues 3-2 in OT, take 3-2 series lead
- McIlroy tries to change his fortunes at Sawgrass AP - 5 hrs ago
PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Rory McIlroy won two major championships at age 23. He was the youngest player since Tiger Woods to reach No. 1 in the world. He was won the money titles on the PGA Tour … More »McIlroy tries to change his fortunes at Sawgrass
- Rangers hang on to beat Caps 4-3, tie series 2-2 AP - 5 hrs ago
NEW YORK (AP) — If the New York Rangers are going to come all the way back and knock out Washington, they need to figure out how to transport their Madison Square Garden offense to the nation's capita … More »Rangers hang on to beat Caps 4-3, tie series 2-2
- Smith needs ankle surgery, will miss Champions Trophy Reuters - 6 hrs ago
(Reuters) - South Africa opener Graeme Smith has been ruled out of next month's Champions Trophy with a left ankle injury, the country's cricket board said on Thursday. Smith, South Africa's test captain, … More »Smith needs ankle surgery, will miss Champions Trophy
(Reuters) - South Africa opener Graeme Smith has been ruled out of next month's Champions Trophy with a left ankle injury, the country's cricket board said on Thursday. Smith, South Africa's test captain, has had long-term problems with his left ankle and needed surgery in the past but the injury flared up again in the …
- Eto'o lifts Anzhi into Russian Cup final Reuters - 6 hrs ago
MOSCOW (Reuters) - Cameroon striker Samuel Eto'o's second-half goal sent Anzhi Makhachkala into the Russian Cup final after a 1-0 semi-final victory at holders Zenit St Petersburg on Wednesday. Zenit dominated … More »Eto'o lifts Anzhi into Russian Cup final
MOSCOW (Reuters) - Cameroon striker Samuel Eto'o's second-half goal sent Anzhi Makhachkala into the Russian Cup final after a 1-0 semi-final victory at holders Zenit St Petersburg on Wednesday. Zenit dominated for much of the match but Eto'o's goal on 61 minutes, combined with some notable saves by Anzhi goalkeeper Vladimir …
- Man City to promote Mandela Day on South Africa tour Reuters - 6 hrs ago
CAPE TOWN (Reuters) - Manchester City will mark the 95th birthday of former South Africa president Nelson Mandela by playing at Durban's Moses Mabhida Stadium on July 18 as part of a pre-season tour. The … More »Man City to promote Mandela Day on South Africa tour
CAPE TOWN (Reuters) - Manchester City will mark the 95th birthday of former South Africa president Nelson Mandela by playing at Durban's Moses Mabhida Stadium on July 18 as part of a pre-season tour. The FA Cup finalists will use the occasion to promote what is unofficially known as Mandela Day, they said on their website …
- Nick Bonino's OT goal puts Ducks past Wings 3-2 AP - 6 hrs ago
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — After two agonizing overtime losses in the previous three games, Ryan Getzlaf figured the Anaheim Ducks were overdue for a break when they headed into extra time yet again. More »Nick Bonino's OT goal puts Ducks past Wings 3-2
- Warriors end skid at 30 in San Antonio, tie series AP - 6 hrs ago
SAN ANTONIO (AP) — Golden State coach Mark Jackson insisted the Warriors' historic collapse in the opener of the Western Conference semifinals would only help his team's growth. More »Warriors end skid at 30 in San Antonio, tie series
- Golden State beat Spurs to level series at 1-1 Reuters - 7 hrs ago
May 8 (SportsDirect) - Klay Thompson scored 29 of his 34 points in the first half and added 14 rebounds for his first career double-double as the visiting Golden State Warriors beat San Antonio Spurs 100-91 … More »Golden State beat Spurs to level series at 1-1
May 8 (SportsDirect) - Klay Thompson scored 29 of his 34 points in the first half and added 14 rebounds for his first career double-double as the visiting Golden State Warriors beat San Antonio Spurs 100-91 on Wednesday to level the Western Conference semifinals at 1-1. Stephen Curry added 22 points and Harrison Barnes …
- Krejci's 3rd goal lifts Bruins, 4-3 in OT AP - 8 hrs ago
TORONTO (AP) — There's something about the playoffs that brings the best out of Boston Bruins forward David Krejci. More »Krejci's 3rd goal lifts Bruins, 4-3 in OT
- Bruins' Krejci completes hat trick in OT, Leafs on brink Reuters - 8 hrs ago
By Steve Keating TORONTO (Reuters) - David scored in overtime to complete a hat trick that gave the Boston Bruins a 4-3 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Wednesday and a commanding lead in their playoff … More »Bruins' Krejci completes hat trick in OT, Leafs on brink
By Steve Keating TORONTO (Reuters) - David scored in overtime to complete a hat trick that gave the Boston Bruins a 4-3 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Wednesday and a commanding lead in their playoff series. the Maple Leafs, back in the postseason for the first time in nine years, are now staring at an early playoff …
- Heat respond to loss with statement win over Bulls Reuters - 9 hrs ago
By Simon Evans MIAMI (Reuters) - Miami Heat bounced back from their series-opening loss to Chicago to thrash the Bulls 115-78 on Wednesday and level their Eastern Conference semi-final at 1-1. The 37-point … More »Heat respond to loss with statement win over Bulls
By Simon Evans MIAMI (Reuters) - Miami Heat bounced back from their series-opening loss to Chicago to thrash the Bulls 115-78 on Wednesday and level their Eastern Conference semi-final at 1-1. The 37-point margin was the heaviest defeat the Chicago Bulls had suffered in a playoff game and the biggest ever post-season margin …
- A romp for the Heat, who top Bulls 115-78 AP - 9 hrs ago
MIAMI (AP) — For the first time in these playoffs, the Miami Heat were facing some real adversity. More »A romp for the Heat, who top Bulls 115-78
- Teen charged with homicide by assault in ref death AP - 9 hrs ago
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Family and friends honored the memory of a Utah soccer referee at an emotional funeral service Wednesday evening just hours after the teenager who punched him before he fell into … More »Teen charged with homicide by assault in ref death
- Krejci's 3rd goal lifts Bruins, 4-1 in OT AP - 9 hrs ago
TORONTO (AP) — David Krejci scored his third goal of the night at 13:06 of overtime Wednesday, giving the Boston Bruins a 4-3 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs and a 3-1 lead in their playoff series. More »Krejci's 3rd goal lifts Bruins, 4-1 in OT
- Judge rules for cheerleaders in Bible banner suit AP - 9 hrs ago
HOUSTON (AP) — A judge ruled Wednesday that cheerleaders at a Southeast Texas high school can display banners emblazoned with Bible verses at football games. More »Judge rules for cheerleaders in Bible banner suit
- Coach cleared of charges no longer at MSU, Mankato AP - 10 hrs ago
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A former head football coach for Minnesota State University, Mankato, who was cleared of child pornography charges last year but reassigned to an administrative position, is no longer … More »Coach cleared of charges no longer at MSU, Mankato
- Ronde Barber to retire after 16 seasons with Bucs AP - 10 hrs ago
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Three-time All-Pro Ronde Barber is retiring after a 16-year career with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers that included a Super Bowl title and five Pro Bowl appearances. More »Ronde Barber to retire after 16 seasons with Bucs
By Ann Saphir and Tom Polansek SAN FRANCISCO/CHICAGO (Reuters) - Russell Wasendorf Jr., whose father went to prison for stealing $215 million from clients of the futures … More »Exclusive - Peregrine Financial scion: My father is dead to me
By Ann Saphir and Tom Polansek SAN FRANCISCO/CHICAGO (Reuters) - Russell Wasendorf Jr., whose father went to prison for stealing $215 million from clients of the futures brokerage they ran together for nearly 20 years, is starting over. The chief operating officer of Peregrine Financial Group, which collapsed in 2012 in …