- New IOC president to remain unpaid volunteer - Rogge Reuters - 29 mins ago
By Karolos Grohmann ST PETERSBURG, Russia (Reuters) - The successor to International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Jacques Rogge will remain an unpaid volunteer after all six presidential hopefuls … More »New IOC president to remain unpaid volunteer - Rogge
By Karolos Grohmann ST PETERSBURG, Russia (Reuters) - The successor to International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Jacques Rogge will remain an unpaid volunteer after all six presidential hopefuls turned down the idea of a salary, Rogge said on Friday. Rogge, who steps down in September after 12 years in charge, had …
- Sharapova wraps up rain-delayed victory at French AP - 40 mins ago
PARIS (AP) — Defending French Open champion Maria Sharapova moved into the third round Friday by finishing off a rain-interrupted 6-2, 6-4 victory over 19-year-old Eugenie Bouchard of Canada. More »Sharapova wraps up rain-delayed victory at French
- White shines as Brumbies edge Hurricanes in Canberra Reuters - 40 mins ago
(Reuters) - Nic White pressed his claim for a spot in the Australia squad for the British and Irish Lions series with a lively display as the ACT Brumbies edged the Wellington Hurricanes 30-23 in a tight … More »White shines as Brumbies edge Hurricanes in Canberra
(Reuters) - Nic White pressed his claim for a spot in the Australia squad for the British and Irish Lions series with a lively display as the ACT Brumbies edged the Wellington Hurricanes 30-23 in a tight Super Rugby contest on Friday. The Brumbies were forced to defend their line for the last 12 minutes at Canberra Stadium …
- Wrestling's shortlist return was no error : IOC Reuters - 1 hr 40 mins ago
By Karolos Grohmann ST PETERSBURG, Russia (Reuters) - A shock International Olympic Committee (IOC) decision to remove wrestling from the 2020 Olympic Games program and then include it in a shortlist of … More »Wrestling's shortlist return was no error : IOC
By Karolos Grohmann ST PETERSBURG, Russia (Reuters) - A shock International Olympic Committee (IOC) decision to remove wrestling from the 2020 Olympic Games program and then include it in a shortlist of sports for those Games was no mistake, IOC president Jacques Rogge said on Friday. Wrestling was taken off the program …
- Watertight Djokovic stays on course, Li sinks Reuters - 3 hrs ago
By Martyn Herman PARIS (Reuters) - Novak Djokovic had a simple solution to the rain showers that continued to play havoc at the French Open on Thursday but the weather got the better of former women's … More »Watertight Djokovic stays on course, Li sinks
By Martyn Herman PARIS (Reuters) - Novak Djokovic had a simple solution to the rain showers that continued to play havoc at the French Open on Thursday but the weather got the better of former women's champion Li Na whose hopes were sunk at a soggy Roland Garros. World number one Djokovic needed just an hour and 26 minutes …
- Royals rally to beat Cards 4-2, end 8-game skid AP - 3 hrs ago
ST. LOUIS (AP) — The Kansas City Royals waited a long time between wins. They had no problem waiting to put this one in the books. More »Royals rally to beat Cards 4-2, end 8-game skid
- FIFA Congress adopts tough new anti-racism measures Reuters - 3 hrs ago
By Mike Collett PORT LOUIS, Mauritius (Reuters) - FIFA adopted tough new measures in soccer's fight against racism on Friday when delegates at its Congress approved their introduction by 204 votes to one. … More »FIFA Congress adopts tough new anti-racism measures
By Mike Collett PORT LOUIS, Mauritius (Reuters) - FIFA adopted tough new measures in soccer's fight against racism on Friday when delegates at its Congress approved their introduction by 204 votes to one. The proposals, introduced by Jeffrey Webb, the CONCACAF president and chairman of the Anti-Racism and Discrimination …
- With words and a look, James lifts Heat, 90-79 AP - 4 hrs ago
MIAMI (AP) — LeBron James said a few words at halftime to try and coax something more out of the Miami Heat. Turns out, whatever he said was unnecessary. More »With words and a look, James lifts Heat, 90-79
- Anderson ploughing lone furrow for Africa Reuters - 5 hrs ago
By Martyn Herman PARIS (Reuters) - When Kevin Anderson takes to the court to face Milos Raonic in the third round of the French Open on Friday he will not just be representing his nation but a vast continent. … More »Anderson ploughing lone furrow for Africa
By Martyn Herman PARIS (Reuters) - When Kevin Anderson takes to the court to face Milos Raonic in the third round of the French Open on Friday he will not just be representing his nation but a vast continent. The 6ft 8in South African is the only man from Africa currently in the world's top 100 and there are only two from …
- Up next for Djokovic is rematch against Dimitrov AP - 5 hrs ago
PARIS (AP) — Two years ago, Novak Djokovic entered the French Open on a 39-match winning streak dating to the previous December. More »Up next for Djokovic is rematch against Dimitrov
- Schwartzel finds Memorial magic, others don't AP - 5 hrs ago
DUBLIN, Ohio (AP) — Charl Schwartzel changed his putting grip and squeezed about as much as he could have out of his round. More »Schwartzel finds Memorial magic, others don't
- Pick 6: NHL's final 4 feature last 4 Cup champions AP - 5 hrs ago
The final four teams in the NHL playoffs feature the last four champions for the second time in league history and for the first time since 1945, when the league consisted of just the Original Six. More »Pick 6: NHL's final 4 feature last 4 Cup champions
- Reprimand underscores Ohio St president's mistake AP - 6 hrs ago
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Verbal gaffes by Ohio State University president Gordon Gee have long been a source of amusement and headaches at the school, whether he was calling the state governor a "dummy" two … More »Reprimand underscores Ohio St president's mistake
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Verbal gaffes by Ohio State University president Gordon Gee have long been a source of amusement and headaches at the school, whether he was calling the state governor a "dummy" two decades ago or more recently likening the challenges of holding together university divisions to "the Polish Army."
- Galatasaray sign Cameroon defender Chedjou from Lille Reuters - 6 hrs ago
PARIS (Reuters) - Galatasaray have signed Cameroon defender Aurelien Chedjou from French club Lille on a four-year contract, the Turkish club said on Thursday. "Galatasaray has come to an agreement with … More »Galatasaray sign Cameroon defender Chedjou from Lille
PARIS (Reuters) - Galatasaray have signed Cameroon defender Aurelien Chedjou from French club Lille on a four-year contract, the Turkish club said on Thursday. "Galatasaray has come to an agreement with the French FC Lille for the transfer of Aurelien Chedjou. The contract signed with Chedjou is valid for four seasons," …
- Farah out of Prefontaine showdown with Bekele Reuters - 6 hrs ago
(Reuters) - A stomach virus will keep British double Olympic champion Mo Farah out of a dream match-up with Ethiopian world record holder Kenenisa Bekele over 10,000 metres at the Prefontaine Classic on … More »Farah out of Prefontaine showdown with Bekele
(Reuters) - A stomach virus will keep British double Olympic champion Mo Farah out of a dream match-up with Ethiopian world record holder Kenenisa Bekele over 10,000 metres at the Prefontaine Classic on Friday, organisers said on Thursday. Farah instead will run on Saturday in the 5,000 metres where he is also the London …
- Schwartzel takes charge, McIlroy battles to a 78 Reuters - 6 hrs ago
By Mark Lamport-Stokes DUBLIN, Ohio (Reuters) - While Rory McIlroy suffered a nightmare start, South African Charl Schwartzel regained welcome form with his putter to charge into an early one-shot lead … More »Schwartzel takes charge, McIlroy battles to a 78
By Mark Lamport-Stokes DUBLIN, Ohio (Reuters) - While Rory McIlroy suffered a nightmare start, South African Charl Schwartzel regained welcome form with his putter to charge into an early one-shot lead in Thursday's opening round at the Memorial Tournament. Former Masters champion Schwartzel changed his putting grip after …
- Pirates stay hot, beat Tigers 1-0 in 11 innings AP - 8 hrs ago
PITTSBURGH (AP) — For Russell Martin, it was all about staying positive. More »Pirates stay hot, beat Tigers 1-0 in 11 innings
- James scores 30, Heat take Game 5, 90-79 AP - 8 hrs ago
MIAMI (AP) — The game was very much in doubt. A sold-out arena was basically silent. The chance of getting back to the NBA Finals for a third straight year could have slipped away. More »James scores 30, Heat take Game 5, 90-79
- Kemp on DL with hamstring strain AP - 10 hrs ago
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Dodgers placed slumping All-Star center fielder Matt Kemp on the 15-day disabled list Thursday because of a right hamstring strain. More »Kemp on DL with hamstring strain
- Nadal playing catch-up in French Open quest Reuters - 11 hrs ago
By Martyn Herman PARIS (Reuters) - The weather gods are conspiring against Rafa Nadal's hopes of winning a record-breaking eighth French Open title. Thursday's rain at Roland Garros left the Spaniard kicking … More »Nadal playing catch-up in French Open quest
By Martyn Herman PARIS (Reuters) - The weather gods are conspiring against Rafa Nadal's hopes of winning a record-breaking eighth French Open title. Thursday's rain at Roland Garros left the Spaniard kicking his heels in the locker room and he now faces the prospect of winning six matches in 10 days if he is to retain his …
- Tiger 'tamed' by good friend Couples at the Memorial Reuters - 11 hrs ago
By Mark Lamport-Stokes DUBLIN, Ohio (Reuters) - Tiger Woods had plenty of fun playing with good friend Fred Couples in Thursday's opening round of the Memorial Tournament, but was frustrated after failing … More »Tiger 'tamed' by good friend Couples at the Memorial
By Mark Lamport-Stokes DUBLIN, Ohio (Reuters) - Tiger Woods had plenty of fun playing with good friend Fred Couples in Thursday's opening round of the Memorial Tournament, but was frustrated after failing to capitalizes on good ball-striking in tough conditions. While PGA Tour veteran Couples surprised himself with his …
- Schwartzel takes lead at Memorial AP - 12 hrs ago
DUBLIN, Ohio (AP) — Charl Schwartzel made sure one hole didn't ruin an entire round Thursday in the Memorial. More »Schwartzel takes lead at Memorial
- Ohio St president jabs Notre Dame, Catholics, SEC AP - 12 hrs ago
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The president of Ohio State University said Notre Dame was never invited to join the Big Ten conference because the university's priests are not good partners, joking that "those … More »Ohio St president jabs Notre Dame, Catholics, SEC
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The president of Ohio State University said Notre Dame was never invited to join the Big Ten conference because the university's priests are not good partners, joking that "those damn Catholics" can't be trusted, according to a recording of a meeting he attended late last year.
- Brett asked to turn around Royals' hitting woes AP - 12 hrs ago
ST. LOUIS (AP) — George Brett is giving coaching a month. More »Brett asked to turn around Royals' hitting woes
- Dodgers' Kemp on disabled list with hamstring strain Reuters - 12 hrs ago
(Reuters) - The Los Angeles Dodgers have placed two-time All-Star outfielder Matt Kemp on the 15-day disabled list with a mild right hamstring strain, the Major League Baseball team said on Thursday. Kemp, … More »Dodgers' Kemp on disabled list with hamstring strain
(Reuters) - The Los Angeles Dodgers have placed two-time All-Star outfielder Matt Kemp on the 15-day disabled list with a mild right hamstring strain, the Major League Baseball team said on Thursday. Kemp, who has a .251 batting average with two home runs and 17 runs batted in after 51 games this season, was injured while …
By Ryan Vlastelica NEW YORK (Reuters) - Stock index futures were lower on Friday as investors took profit following a recent rally, though they remained on track to close … More »Futures drop, but on track for seventh month of gains
By Ryan Vlastelica NEW YORK (Reuters) - Stock index futures were lower on Friday as investors took profit following a recent rally, though they remained on track to close out a seventh straight month of gains. Equities have been strong this year, with the S&P 500 jumping 3.6 percent in May and 16 percent in the year to …