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Subject: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Tia on 09/19/08 at 3:04 pm

it begins with brett favre wettin' em.

http://static.nfl.com/static/content/catch_all/nfl_image/canon_wk_2_03.jpg

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Bobo on 09/19/08 at 3:26 pm

http://freshpromotions.com.au/img/productImages/da141_lrg.jpg

This thread is complete balls.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 09/19/08 at 3:41 pm

^you got that right! :D

In fact, most sports utilize a ball! http://www.inthe00s.com/smile/01/basket.gif http://www.inthe00s.com/smile/01/1blue1.gif http://www.inthe00s.com/smile/05/flash.gif http://www.inthe00s.com/smile/07/multijump.gif http://www.inthe00s.com/smile/14/occasion6.gif http://www.inthe00s.com/smile/15/wav.gif

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Tia on 09/19/08 at 5:48 pm

http://picayune.uclick.com/comics/tm/2008/tm080919.gif

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: MrCleveland on 10/30/08 at 3:23 pm

http://www.benkepple.com/Images/posterfour.jpg

Coming from the City of Chumps!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Tia on 10/30/08 at 3:36 pm

ouch!

the redskins almost lost to the detroit lions last sunday. :o

(you know, for the longest thread ever, this thread isn't very long. :( )

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Rice_Cube on 10/30/08 at 4:37 pm

Perhaps we should merge a bunch of sports threads together?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 10/30/08 at 4:43 pm

Nah, let's just let this one develop.

Now that MLB is done until 2009, I can concentrate on other stuff.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: MrCleveland on 11/02/08 at 4:45 pm

ouch!

the redskins almost lost to the detroit lions last sunday. :o

(you know, for the longest thread ever, this thread isn't very long. :( )

I tried to do that with another thread on here.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 11/02/08 at 7:30 pm

I tried to do that with another thread on here.

Which one, the political thread?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Tia on 11/03/08 at 9:33 am

Which one, the political thread?
mr cleveland started a longest-religious thread, which is growing about as quickly as this one.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: karen on 11/03/08 at 9:59 am

So is this thread where I can post any sports related gibberish?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Tia on 11/03/08 at 10:04 am

So is this thread where I can post any sports related gibberish?
anything whatsoever. it can even be factually incorrect, ill-considered, unwise, or otherwise questionable. in fact, we encourage it.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Bobo on 11/03/08 at 10:24 am

Part one in the regular random-sports-news-wot-has-gone-unreported-on-this-board strand (PS. I will come up with a better title eventually) is Lewis Hamilton's incredible Formula One title victory at the last corner of the final race of the season.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: karen on 11/03/08 at 10:25 am

Congratulations Paula

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Bobo on 11/03/08 at 10:47 am

Random sports news, unreported elsewhere on the board:

Sebastien Loeb wins his fifth World Rally Championship.
Valentino Rossi wins his fifth motorcycling title, finishing third in the final motorcycle race of the season in Valencia, Spain.
Viswanathan Anand wins the World Chess Championship.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Rice_Cube on 11/03/08 at 3:18 pm

Colts > Pats...for now.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 11/03/08 at 6:10 pm

mr cleveland started a longest-religious thread, which is growing about as quickly as this one.

Yeah, I saw that one too. I wasn't sure if he meant that one or the longest-political thread.

Anyways...

is Manny gonna wear blue in '09?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Tia on 11/04/08 at 10:27 am

texans quarterback matt schaub.

http://www.nflgridirongab.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/10/capt_0a59c0e715a14cd4a52199b01104883f_dolphins_texans_football_htt118.jpg

eat me bichzzzz!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Rice_Cube on 11/04/08 at 10:30 am

Seems to me the Skins got pwned last night :(

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Tia on 11/04/08 at 10:33 am

Seems to me the Skins got pwned last night :(
wow, some fan i am. i hadn't even checked. :-[

looks like you're right though. damn. oh well, pittsburgh is tough this year.

least we beat the cowboys, that'll take a skins fan through a whole season. 8)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Rice_Cube on 11/04/08 at 4:58 pm

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20081104/ap_on_fe_st/bkc_senior_citizen

Go Gramps!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Tia on 11/04/08 at 9:34 pm

second-string texans QB sage rosenfels.

http://static.nfl.com/static/content/catch_all/nfl_image/Sage-Rosenfels.jpg

he used to be a redskin! eat me bitchzzzz.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: MrCleveland on 11/05/08 at 2:57 pm

Yeah, I saw that one too. I wasn't sure if he meant that one or the longest-political thread.

It was religious.

Back to the subject, the Browns have a new QB to play against the Broncos. But still...the Cleveland Steamers Football Club STILL suck ass! 8-P

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: karen on 11/05/08 at 7:20 pm

Trivia question that I'd like answered if possible

Which president threw the first opening pitch to start the 1910 baseball season

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Dagwood on 11/05/08 at 7:53 pm

anything whatsoever. it can even be factually incorrect, ill-considered, unwise, or otherwise questionable. in fact, we encourage it.

So posting that baseball is played with a net is ok?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Rice_Cube on 11/05/08 at 8:14 pm

But still...the Cleveland Steamers Football Club STILL suck ass! 8-P

So start rooting for Baltimore. They suck less ass.

Trivia question that I'd like answered if possible

Which president threw the first opening pitch to start the 1910 baseball season

I think that would be William Howard Taft.

So posting that baseball is played with a net is ok?

Well, technically they use nets in lieu of a backstop, so you are correct madam :D

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Dagwood on 11/05/08 at 8:41 pm

Well, technically they use nets in lieu of a backstop, so you are correct madam :D

Damn, I didn't think about that. Ok....Baseball is played with rackets. :D

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Rice_Cube on 11/05/08 at 10:51 pm

Damn, I didn't think about that. Ok....Baseball is played with rackets. :D

That sounds like cricket :P

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Dagwood on 11/05/08 at 11:26 pm

That sounds like cricket :P

Tia said it didn't have to be the truth. :P

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 11/06/08 at 11:20 am

Well...according to what I read on this link, it's uncertain as to whether Manny will still be wearing Dodger Blue in 2009. :-\\

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Rice_Cube on 11/06/08 at 10:31 pm

Total lack of defense going on in that last minute in Cleveland eh...

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: La Roche on 11/06/08 at 10:51 pm

Well...according to what I read on this link, it's uncertain as to whether Manny will still be wearing Dodger Blue in 2009. :-\\

Manny would be a fool to take 2 years. Whilst I would never give him a 4 year deal, somebody will, Boras has successfully slapped that 'icon' tag on him.. and rightly so Manny > NL Pitching.

Looks like the Cards are the front runner in the Matt Holliday stakes. Whilst I would obviously love to see a 3-4 of Pujols and Holliday I don't quite understand the move. They have Ludwick locked up for three years whereas Holliday will require a large contract.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: whistledog on 11/06/08 at 11:27 pm

Curling is played with cans and bottles of beer because you'd have to be drunk in order to see how throwing a rock down a sheet of ice is considered fun :D

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: karen on 11/06/08 at 11:32 pm

Hurling is the Irish sport of seeing how far you can vomit after ten pints of Guiness

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: MrCleveland on 11/07/08 at 7:46 am

Total lack of defense going on in that last minute in Cleveland eh...

45 years without a Championship and the Browns season going down the toilet, yes I have no compassion for Cleveland.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Rice_Cube on 11/07/08 at 9:58 am

45 years without a Championship and the Browns season going down the toilet, yes I have no compassion for Cleveland.

Time to root for the Bears then!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 11/07/08 at 11:10 am

45 years without a Championship and the Browns season going down the toilet, yes I have no compassion for Cleveland.

And the Cleveland Indians have gone 60 years without winning a championship! That's the second-longest championship drought for a Major League Baseball team. I rooted for them in last year's ALCS, but they faltered to the Bosox. :-\\

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Bobo on 11/10/08 at 10:57 pm

Andy Murray, world tennis number four, headed into yesterday's game against Andy Roddick with a 4W 2L record over the American.

Which became 5W 2L after Murray's 6-4 1-6 6-1 victory.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: karen on 11/11/08 at 1:20 pm

I think that would be William Howard Taft.

It was right - thank you

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 11/11/08 at 4:23 pm

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: midnite on 11/11/08 at 8:05 pm

In MLB news, I heard that Matt Holliday, who'd been with the Rockies his whole career up through the '08 season, has signed with the Oakland A's. He'll be seeing his former team next year during interleague play.

I believe Oakland is a pitcher's park so he can say bye bye to his ridiculous stats. LOL.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Rice_Cube on 11/13/08 at 10:27 pm

HOLY CRAP the game is tied.

And we can't watch it because it's on NFL Network :P

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 11/13/08 at 10:36 pm

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Jessica on 11/13/08 at 10:46 pm

You don't have the NFL Network on your lineup? I think we might have it on ours...but there is also a group of sports channels that are in an upper tier, which we would need to pay extra for. This includes the Tennis Channel and the Golf Channel (both of which were part of the regular lineup on Timewarner, which we used to have), but I don't know about the others.

See, there's this thing called money. We don't have it because we're trying to pay for important things in life, like heat, and electricity, and food. This is what happens when you venture out on your own...you decide what's important.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Rice_Cube on 11/13/08 at 10:47 pm

The intarwebz tell me that the Jets have prevailed.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: karen on 11/13/08 at 10:48 pm

We watch Channel 30 US sports (I think its called). It's like living in a time warp. They were showing the Olympics about three weeks after they'd finished!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 11/13/08 at 10:49 pm

See, there's this thing called money. We don't have it because we're trying to pay for important things in life, like heat, and electricity, and food. This is what happens when you venture out on your own...you decide what's important.

Right..

I was just curious.

Those things are ALL more important in life. Without them, one wouldn't be able to survive and enjoy all the fun stuf...I know the rest.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 11/13/08 at 10:51 pm

We watch Channel 30 US sports (I think its called). It's like living in a time warp. They were showing the Olympics about three weeks after they'd finished!

Strange (for lack of a better word or phrase). We temporarily had a channel that was showing the Olympics over here.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: karen on 11/13/08 at 10:52 pm

I watched some of the Highlights of the Paralympics on Tuesday

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/14/08 at 2:49 am

The England Cricket Team are playing badly again.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/14/08 at 6:33 am

The England Cricket Team are playing badly again.
Yuvraj Singh's unbeaten century and a woeful England batting effort see India claim a 158-run win in the first one-day international.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: loki 13 on 11/16/08 at 5:42 pm

I was watching the Eagles/Bengals game today and what a waste of time that was. Two horrid teams
playing a horrible game. The game fittingly ended in a tie at 13 all, it's amazing either team could score.

As I watch other games in the NFL I've come to the conclusion that this professional game has turned into
a display of mediocrity. The Giants are the best team in the league simply because the rest of the league
sucks. All professional sports seem to be following suit, bad play for big pay. Sooner or later they are going
tp price themselves right out of business.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/17/08 at 3:38 am

Yuvraj Singh's unbeaten century and a woeful England batting effort see India claim a 158-run win in the first one-day international.
Yuvraj Singh has score 118 making his second century in successive matches, in the 2nd One Day International in Indore.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 11/18/08 at 10:57 am

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/08 at 7:03 am

New Argentina boss Diego Maradona will not lose any sleep if Terry Butcher refuses to shake his hand at Hampden.

Scotland assistant Butcher said he will never forgive Maradona for the infamous "Hand of God" goal which helped knock England out of the 1986 World Cup.

"I don't understand why Butcher has this attitude," said Maradona, who then queried England's 1966 World Cup win.

"England won a World Cup with a goal that never crossed the line, so it's not fair that people should judge me."

He was, of course, referring to Geoff Hurst's extra-time goal in the final against West Germany at Wembley that may not have crossed the goal-line after thundering off the underside of the crossbar. MY

Hurst's hat-trick goal to make it 4-2 was also controversial, since several spectators had run on to the pitch before he scored.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 11/19/08 at 11:52 am

And yesterday, Dustin Pedroia of the Red Sox won the American League MVP award, beating out fellow teammate Kevin Youkilis and Minnesota Twins slugger Justin Morneau.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: karen on 11/19/08 at 11:17 pm

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: La Roche on 11/19/08 at 11:37 pm

Albert Pujols has been awarded the National League MVP this year, despite his team finishing in 4th place in its division. He beat out Ryan Howard, whose Philadelphia Phillies won the NL East division and a World Series title!!

You forgot to add that Howard struck out damned near half the time, hit .250 and played so badly in the post-season that Chase Utley made disparaging remarks about him.

Not only that, but Albert's OPS was a whopping .1100+ whilst Howard's didn't even break .900.
Couple that with the fact that Albert was essentially the de-facto batting crown champion considering he came within .006 of Chipper whilst having almost exactly 100 more plate appearances.

Albert > MLB.

Oh, also Albert made more defensive plays than any other ML 1st baseman and had the best fielding percentage (confirming that the Gold Glove awards have nothing to do with defense and everything to do with where one plays) compared to Howard being statistically one of the worst fielders in all of baseball.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Rice_Cube on 11/19/08 at 11:53 pm

True, you could almost predict when Howard would strike out (just throw him something off-speed), but with Poo-Holes, he consistently got contact on the ball and that made you go :o

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: La Roche on 11/20/08 at 12:18 am

True, you could almost predict when Howard would strike out (just throw him something off-speed), but with Poo-Holes, he consistently got contact on the ball and that made you go :o

What amazed me with Albert is when he'd jack one with minimal extension.

You'd just watch and think... but his arms.. they were still at a 90 degree angle... :o

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Rice_Cube on 11/24/08 at 9:55 pm

http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2008/baseball/mlb/11/24/pirates.indians.ap/index.html?cnn=yes

Two possibilities:

1. The Pirates are geniuses!

2. The Pirates have no idea WTF they're doing!

:o

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Tia on 11/27/08 at 8:54 am

i'm gonna try and watch my first game on the new plasma t.v. titans vs. lions, it'll either be hilarious or tragic.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/27/08 at 9:06 am

Any big sporting events happening today on Thanksgiving?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Tia on 11/27/08 at 9:16 am

three nfl games today, i think i'll only have time to catch the first one. yeah, thanksgiving football is a thing over here.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Tia on 11/27/08 at 10:17 am

i suppose i'll root for the titans since they used to be the houston oilers, but really they dont need my help.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 11/27/08 at 8:30 pm

three nfl games today, i think i'll only have time to catch the first one. yeah, thanksgiving football is a thing over here.

i suppose i'll root for the titans since they used to be the houston oilers, but really they dont need my help.

whoever wins is ok with me... I haven't been much for football since the Rams left L.A. in the mid-nineties :-\\

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Rice_Cube on 11/27/08 at 9:44 pm

i suppose i'll root for the titans since they used to be the houston oilers, but really they dont need my help.

Well, they're kinda playing the Lions... :D

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Tia on 11/29/08 at 7:40 am

Well, they're kinda playing the Lions... :D
and, apparently, "kinda" playing the lions is enough.

i'm glad at least they were able to get that touchdown. at the end of the first quarter when it was already like 35-3 or whatever it was, i was like, dag, the lions are just not gonna come out of this with any dignity at all!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 11/29/08 at 2:33 pm

and, apparently, "kinda" playing the lions is enough.

i'm glad at least they were able to get that touchdown. at the end of the first quarter when it was already like 35-3 or whatever it was, i was like, dag, the lions are just not gonna come out of this with any dignity at all!

35-3...wow wee! :o

I wonder what the record is for the biggest defeat in football (either college or professional). ??? I know there have been some games with 60+ points.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: loki 13 on 11/29/08 at 5:19 pm

35-3...wow wee! :o

I wonder what the record is for the biggest defeat in football (either college or professional). ??? I know there have been some games with 60+ points.

I remember some scores and years from barroom trivia.

1966.....Washington Redskins beat the New York Giants 72 - 41

1940.....Championship game....Chicago Bears beat the Washington Redskins 73 - 0

1916..... Georgia Tech beat Cumberland 222 - 0

On a side note, did I hear right earlier? Plaxico Burress shot himself in the leg last night? ???

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Rice_Cube on 11/29/08 at 10:46 pm

On a side note, did I hear right earlier? Plxico Burress shot himself in the leg last night? ???

Yup...

LAWLZ

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Tia on 12/01/08 at 7:28 pm

LAWLZ
jags texans showdown!!!!!!

and i dont have espn. :(

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Rice_Cube on 12/01/08 at 9:10 pm

jags texans showdown!!!!!!

and i dont have espn. :(

Neither do I.

NFL fail.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: karen on 12/02/08 at 2:40 pm

what's with televised ten pin bowling - has there ever been a more boring sport to watch on TV?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/08 at 2:48 pm

what's with televised ten pin bowling - has there ever been a more boring sport to watch on TV?
Curling?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Hoagies With Myles on 12/02/08 at 2:59 pm

what's with televised ten pin bowling - has there ever been a more boring sport to watch on TV?

Log throwing?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 12/02/08 at 3:01 pm

I remember some scores and years from barroom trivia.

1966.....Washington Redskins beat the New York Giants 72 - 41

1940.....Championship game....Chicago Bears beat the Washington Redskins 73 - 0

1916..... Georgia Tech beat Cumberland 222 - 0

On a side note, did I hear right earlier? Plaxico Burress shot himself in the leg last night? ???

Thanks Kevin... I didn't know anyone ever scored into the triple digits in football! :o :o

Now I wonder about the highest scoring basketball games (college or professional).

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/08 at 4:30 pm

Log throwing?
Same as caber tossing?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Hoagies With Myles on 12/02/08 at 4:55 pm

Same as caber tossing?

So it seems.

I never knew there was a proper name for it. :)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/08 at 4:56 pm

So it seems.

I never knew there was a proper name for it. :)
That is what it is called in Scotland in the Highland Games.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Rice_Cube on 12/02/08 at 5:03 pm

what's with televised ten pin bowling - has there ever been a more boring sport to watch on TV?

Just golf.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Rice_Cube on 12/05/08 at 3:09 pm

http://engrishfunny.files.wordpress.com/2008/12/jankees.jpg

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Rice_Cube on 12/05/08 at 10:19 pm

No more Maddux

Great career, great player. Godspeed Maddux 8)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Bobo on 12/06/08 at 6:29 am

Oh my jeez, I actually thought he had died from what you put on there...

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 12/06/08 at 3:51 pm

No more Maddux

Great career, great player. Godspeed Maddux 8)

I figured he was going to retire sooner or later. You're right, he did have a great career...with 355 all-time victories. O0 8)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Rice_Cube on 12/06/08 at 5:05 pm

Oh my jeez, I actually thought he had died from what you put on there...

Nah, he's too awesome to die. Chicks dig the long ball.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hKAJIvQRSzE

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Hoagies With Myles on 12/06/08 at 10:05 pm

Oscar De La Hoya and Manny Pacquaio are coming to the ring. Come on Pac-Man!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 12/07/08 at 9:01 pm

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Tia on 12/08/08 at 9:00 am

having decided that watching more than one game in a day is bizarre and excessive, yesterday i was caught trying to decide whether to watch the skins game or the texans game. i watched the skins game, which sucked, and apparently the texans game was one of the most exciting games of the week, with the texans eeking out a last-minute field goal for the win with no time on the clock.

http://bp2.blogger.com/_Z2yQajnkITY/RjrWSrK0daI/AAAAAAAAAOY/5DGhl5smRlM/s320/GrailKnight.jpg

"tia chose.... poorly."

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/09/08 at 5:04 am

Former England cricketer Chris Lewis has been charged with attempting to smuggle drugs into the UK.

His arrest follows the seizure of 9lb(4kg) of cocaine worth about £200,000 at Gatwick Airport on Monday. He is due before magistrates in Crawley later.

The Class A drugs were found in baggage removed from a flight from St. Lucia in the Caribbean to the West Sussex airport, the UK Border Agency said.

The 40-year-old fast bowler played 32 Tests and 53 one-day internationals.

Mr Lewis now works as a cricket coach and lives in Bruce Road, north-west London.

A second man, 26-year-old basketball player Chad Theron Kirnon, of Carnegie Street, Islington, north London, was also charged with attempting to smuggle drugs.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Rice_Cube on 12/09/08 at 5:18 pm

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 12/09/08 at 5:23 pm

http://sports.yahoo.com/mlb/news;_ylt=AjqZbDLrULb4ClEuDIim4_w5nYcB?slug=ap-mets-krodriguez&prov=ap&type=lgns

The Mets just signed K-Rod to a big deal. I hope they don't regret it, particularly since they already HAVE a closer :P

Oh wait, Billy Wagner was broken more than I thought. I still think they grossly overpaid K-Rod though, he's not even that good :P

Holy blank! :o That guy was an asset to the Angels these past six years. I hope they don't regret it, either...although something tells me that they just might (altho ya never know)

So who's gonna take over the closing duties of the Angels come 2009? ??? ::) :-\\

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Rice_Cube on 12/10/08 at 1:37 pm

http://assets.espn.go.com/photo/2008/1210/pg2_sabathia_300.jpg

Bah.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Rice_Cube on 12/10/08 at 2:43 pm

http://sports.yahoo.com/nba/blog/ball_dont_lie/post/Breaking-news-video-LeBron-James-wins-09-Slam-;_ylt=AoUhoGvg6jLKQ8Ab0oogD4K8vLYF?urn=nba,128142

LeBron for MVP?

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Written By: Rice_Cube on 12/10/08 at 4:32 pm

Wanted to see if this would work...

http://images.icanhascheezburger.com/completestore/2008/12/10/128734219296220735.png

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Written By: Rice_Cube on 12/10/08 at 4:41 pm

I made another one...

http://images.icanhascheezburger.com/completestore/2008/12/10/128734225468145585.png

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Written By: Rice_Cube on 12/10/08 at 5:08 pm

http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2008/football/nfl/12/09/nfl.jobcuts.ap/index.html?cnn=yes

Woah.

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Written By: Rice_Cube on 12/10/08 at 5:27 pm

http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/news;_ylt=AklL6X7Q0GJ0j1BzSHuF_4VDubYF?slug=ap-nflpa-burress&prov=ap&type=lgns

What are you appealing? He shot himself in the leg with an unlicensed gun in a public place where he shouldn't even have had a gun :P

GAWD.

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Written By: Rice_Cube on 12/12/08 at 2:54 pm

You're not gonna believe this, but sportsmemorabilia.com is having a gigantic sale on Plaxico Burress items. My personal favorite: Plax's Super Bowl XLII bobblehead is on sale for $24.95. I might buy one, drill a hole in his right leg, color in some fake blood and put it in my office just to ease the pain from 2/4/08. And it won't work.

Bobblehead!

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Written By: nally on 12/15/08 at 3:50 pm

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Written By: Bobo on 12/16/08 at 8:36 pm

Having looked at the Patriots' stats over their franchise history - including their eleven seasons as the Boston Patriots between 1960 and 1970 - it surprised me somewhat to learn just how bad they could be at times - particularly at the end of the decade.

I also just found out that - coincidentally - their winning records in the first three seasons in which they reached the Superbowl - those of Superbowls XX, XXXI, and XXXVI, they had identical records each year - a win-loss record of 11-5.

For a team to go from 1-15 to 16-0 in eighteen seasons is quite something...

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Written By: loki 13 on 12/17/08 at 6:53 pm

Now that the Phillies have signed Ibanez it seems that Pat Burrell's tenure as a Phillie is over. What I
don't understand is that Ibanez is a left handed stick. Manuel has often stated he want a right hand
hitter in the mddle to even it out with Utley and Howard. Taking Burrell out of the line up. that leaves
switch hitters Rollins and Victorino, Werth, Feliz and Ruiz the only guys on the right side and they are
at each end of the order with the exception of Werth, I don't like an overloaded middle.

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Written By: nally on 12/17/08 at 10:21 pm

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Written By: nally on 12/29/08 at 10:41 pm

I wonder if the Detroit Lions are gonna go the entire season without winning a game??

I know that a winless season has been accomplished by an NFL team in the past...the Tampa Bay Buccaneers did that in 1976.

Goose-egg and 14. ::)

Congratulations, Detroit Lions. You are the first team ever to lose all of your games of a 16-game NFL season.

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Written By: Henk on 12/30/08 at 3:54 am

And from the wondrous world of soccer I bring you...David Pratt. ::)

Chippenham Town striker David Pratt is thought to have set a new world record after being sent off only three seconds into his side's loss at Bashley.

Pratt, 21, lunged at Bashley midfielder Chris Knowles straight from the kick-off and received his marching orders from referee Justin Amey.

(From: BBC Sport)

...a world record unlikely to be broken. Hurrah...or maybe not.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/01/09 at 1:59 pm

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Written By: Big Nasty on 01/01/09 at 10:12 pm

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Written By: Big Nasty on 01/01/09 at 10:13 pm

Does Wrestling belong in this thread? Not Grecco Roman but the good old WWE. If not here then would it be more of an entertainment thread?

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Written By: Tia on 01/02/09 at 5:57 am

pro wrestling totally belongs here.

i had a great idea last night. recruit a bunch of football teams from the college players that dont get promoted to the pros one year, and turn them all into teams for cable channels. it'd be like the MSNBC Manglers, the CBS, um, cockateils, the FOX finger fudgers... i dunno, the names aren't important, the point would be it would be fun in the offseason to watch, say, the history channel go up against the discovery channel on the gridiron...

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Written By: nally on 01/02/09 at 4:39 pm

I was really intrigued with the NHL Winter Classic played today in Chicago at Wrigley Field. With being in Iraq the last few New Years I never have gotten to see this outdoor game. I thought it was pretty cool to watch. Then there was also a lot of offense so that helps as well.

What did they do, convert a baseball field into a hockey rink? I suppose that could be done, given the typical climate over there at this time of year. I bet it was cool to see.

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Written By: Big Nasty on 01/02/09 at 5:01 pm

They actually placed the rink with the Goalie's on the baseline sides. The bench started around the pitchers mound. A few years ago they used ice coil under the ice and did it in 85 degree weather in Las Vegas.

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Written By: Tia on 01/05/09 at 9:08 pm

is anybody watching the longhorns-ohio state game? it's halftime and the longhorns marching band just did a really really nice led zeppelin thang, black dog to kashmir. made me proud to be born texan. 8)

they then went on to do stairway, and even though they did it well it was still stairway, but they cut away to a commercial break so it all turned out okay.

anyway... did anybody else catch that? neat moment.

outside that the longhorns game concerns me. they keep giving the ohio running back nice aisles and the O can't get a running game together. although in the air it's fudging poetry.

oh, and jesus, that injury. i can't remember the jersey number but it was that ohio state cat who tried to tackle some dude with his neck. not smart. i think they're saying he's gonna be okay. it stopped play for like ten minutes, and forced me to watch lots of ads for big huge pickup trucks.

update: linda is giving the report from the hospital and "the guy never lost consciousness, which is good news." dag.

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Written By: Tia on 01/05/09 at 9:27 pm

i think mccoy, longhorns QB, went a little crazy, he took a real hard head-to-head hit that earned ohio a 15-yard penalty and then on the next play he did a wild scramble to run in a touchdown, which is good news, but then on the sidelines he looked really intense, i think the hit made him run in that TD. he was hit so hard it made him a little punchdrunk.

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Written By: Bobo on 01/05/09 at 9:30 pm

I recently created Wikipedia articles for both Clayton August and Jonathan October. Fact.

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Written By: Tia on 01/05/09 at 9:35 pm

three consecutive first downs for the longhorns pregnant dog. 8)

Edited for old times' sake --Bobo

and by "pregnant dog," i mean, "hook em horns, BEEEEYOTCH" -- DA TEA

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Written By: Tia on 01/05/09 at 9:48 pm

second declined penalty against ohio cuz texas movin' so fast penalties would only slow them down. i like this game!

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Written By: Tia on 01/05/09 at 10:00 pm

hats off to ohio for that beautiful reception but they're still two scoring drives away from a win in the middle of the fourth quarter. the gavel falls, i am callin' it!

texas rules. you're welcome for stevie ray, the moon shot, and zz top. sorry about all the sheeshty presidents. but all in all, texas rocks. 8)

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Written By: Tia on 01/05/09 at 10:17 pm

ohio's lookin' strong this drive. hats off.

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Written By: Tia on 01/05/09 at 10:24 pm

just as good ohio didn't get the two-point conversion, i can't stay up for an overtime game. but they're scary again, damn. that was a nice drive

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Written By: Tia on 01/05/09 at 10:36 pm

well sheesh exciting game to the end. if texas can burn through their no-huddle and really intimidate ohio they got a good shot but it comes down to a drive for the win with 2 minutes remainining on the clock. tough stuff.

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Written By: Tia on 01/05/09 at 10:43 pm

i cant stand it

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Written By: Tia on 01/05/09 at 10:48 pm

beautiful last-second texans touchdown FTW with 16 seconds on the clock. classic game. 8)

did i mention edie brickell? texas baby!!!!

http://www.skylinepictures.com/Texas_Longhorns_ut5_large.jpg

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Written By: Tia on 01/06/09 at 9:14 am

is this thing on?

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Written By: Rice_Cube on 01/06/09 at 10:38 am

I read about it because I forgot it was on last night, late night at the lab. I'm glad Texas won, the Big Ten sucks and shouldn't be allowed an automatic bid into the BCS anymore :P

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Written By: Tia on 01/06/09 at 10:41 am

I read about it because I forgot it was on last night, late night at the lab. I'm glad Texas won, the Big Ten sucks and shouldn't be allowed an automatic bid into the BCS anymore :P
i love a game that's a contest up to the very end, but it sucks too because i was hoping to go to bed early. :(

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Written By: Rice_Cube on 01/06/09 at 10:57 am

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Written By: nally on 01/06/09 at 10:28 pm

That's the way I felt about last season's MLB All-Star game :P Took something like 15 innings and they were running out of pitchers and then Brad Lidge decides to suck again. Thank goodness he decided to stop sucking in time for the World Series though, can't stand another AL gloatfest :P

yep, it was 15 innings before he surrendered the winning run. :P

I wish they'd go back to the old way of determining who gets home field advantage in the World Series; that is, alternating between the AL and NL year after year. This year it'll be 13 long years since the N.L. won an ASG.

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Written By: Rice_Cube on 01/09/09 at 2:52 am

Florida > Oklahoma.

I tuned in off and on but apparently I didn't miss much, I guess it was a sloppy game. At least Florida won.

Now we need us some playoffs! :P

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Written By: Tia on 01/09/09 at 10:04 am

Florida > Oklahoma.

I tuned in off and on but apparently I didn't miss much, I guess it was a sloppy game. At least Florida won.

Now we need us some playoffs! :P
i started watching it but i just couldn't make myself care and started making a youtube video for stoners instead. seemed a better use of my time.

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Written By: Rice_Cube on 01/09/09 at 1:57 pm

http://a.espncdn.com/photo/2009/0109/pg2_wake_300.jpg

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Written By: Rice_Cube on 01/09/09 at 5:26 pm

http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/football/news?slug=ap-floridast-bowdencontract&prov=ap&type=lgns

29387452 year old Bobby Bowden will come back to coach Florida State. He has coached the Seminoles since the Cretaceous Era.

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Written By: Tia on 01/10/09 at 3:41 pm

third penalty against tennessee, game's been going about two minutes. ;D

i'm not sure what baltimore was thinking with the all-rush drive. neither team's even gotten a first down. i predict for tennessee it's gonna be problems on the field, baltimore's gonna be problems with the coaching. tennessee looks stronger to me, though. which is weird cuz i'm rooting for baltimore.

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Written By: Tia on 01/10/09 at 3:46 pm

raves run on 3rd and 14? see what i mean about the coaching staff being high?

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Written By: Tia on 01/10/09 at 3:54 pm

TD for Tennessee on a hard, fast drive. we'll see how it turns out and like i say the raves are a local team but tennessee just seems more in control right off the bat.

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Written By: Tia on 01/10/09 at 3:58 pm

seriously, what was with running on third and long? do they not trust flocco's arm?

ironically, the ravens beat the texans this season, and the texans beat the titans. therefore, if the titans win this game, then the texans TOTALLY win, because they're better than the titans AND the titans are better than the ravens, AND everyone's better than the ravens.

wait. no? is that right?

anyway, i'm officially calling it for the titans. i like calling games early, it makes it much more suspenseful. someone bet me twenty bucks, quick.

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Written By: Tia on 01/10/09 at 4:03 pm

dig the ex-titans guy on the ravens side getting the penalty and then getting that sweet reception like five minutes later. i was starting to worry about the guy's loyalties.

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Written By: loki 13 on 01/10/09 at 4:15 pm

Is it wrong for me to hope the Ravens fall? Is it wrong for me to hope Flacco throws 5 interceptions, even though he just threw
a touchdown pass? Here's why, Flacco went to the same High School as my daughter. He grew up in the next town over and all
I've been hearing is about Audubon's own Flacco, ugh!! I'm tired of it. Okay, my rant is over.

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Written By: Tia on 01/10/09 at 4:35 pm

haha. well if so you'll like my prediction. one time and done.

tennessee still looks stronger, but i wandered off for a while. ravens look more like they're getting lucky. i think it's inevitable.

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Written By: Tia on 01/10/09 at 9:29 pm

i suddenly stopped caring. who won?

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Written By: nally on 01/10/09 at 11:31 pm

In off-season MLB news, I found out that Takashi Saito has followed Brad Penny to Boston...which means the Dud-gers will either have to stick with Jonathan Broxton as their closer, or see about getting somebody different. As for starting pitchers, they may get Shawn Estes.

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Written By: Tia on 01/11/09 at 7:41 am

wow, the panthers got SERVED. check please.

i tuned in for a little while but it was so lop-sided it was hard to even care.

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Written By: Rice_Cube on 01/11/09 at 10:29 am

wow, the panthers got SERVED. check please.

i tuned in for a little while but it was so lop-sided it was hard to even care.

Sounds like the Titans underachieved, they had greater time-of-possession and tons more first downs but just couldn't cash in...those fumbles couldn't have helped.

The Cardinals are fo realz! :o

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Written By: MrCleveland on 01/11/09 at 11:35 am

I hope the Cardinals go to the Super Bowl.

And locally...The Cleveland Steamers have named Eric Mangini their Head Coach after a mediocre season with the Jets (I hope he has the winning formula before I can call the Cleveland Steamers the Cleveland Browns again).

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Written By: Rice_Cube on 01/12/09 at 5:12 pm

http://www.espn.go.com/photo/2008/0112/pg2_henderson2.gif

Hehehe.

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Written By: nally on 01/12/09 at 5:42 pm

http://www.espn.go.com/photo/2008/0112/pg2_henderson2.gif

Hehehe.

Wow, he had four stints with the Oakland A's?? That's gotta be a record...or close to one. I wonder what the most stints with any one team is that a player has had

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Written By: Badfinger-fan on 01/12/09 at 6:11 pm

http://www.espn.go.com/photo/2008/0112/pg2_henderson2.gif

Hehehe.
Rickey Henderson is officially a Major Leaguer Baseball Hall Of Famer !! and Jim Rice finally got elected in on his 15th and last year of eligibility. good going

I sure did enjoy watching Rickey play in Oakland. he was one of the best in the game... ever. 8)
got to meet him a couple of times, got his autograpgh. he was a good guy, happy to talk with the fans.

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Written By: danootaandme on 01/12/09 at 6:25 pm

They made Rice wait. He was always on the outs with the press so they kinda squeezed him. I haven't any doubt that if they kept him out the veterans would have put him in next year.

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Written By: nally on 01/13/09 at 3:36 pm

Rickey Henderson is officially a Major Leaguer Baseball Hall Of Famer !! and Jim Rice finally got elected in on his 15th and last year of eligibility. good going

I sure did enjoy watching Rickey play in Oakland. he was one of the best in the game... ever. 8)
got to meet him a couple of times, got his autograpgh. he was a good guy, happy to talk with the fans.

You got to meet Rickey? really?? I bet that must've been exciting. He truly deserves this honor; he excelled in the category of stolen bases, as well as a few others.

As for Jim Rice, he spent his entire career with one team; that doesn't happen for most players. I have a few of his baseball cards from the later part of his career.

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Written By: Badfinger-fan on 01/13/09 at 4:42 pm

You got to meet Rickey? really?? I bet that must've been exciting. He truly deserves this honor; he excelled in the category of stolen bases, as well as a few others.

As for Jim Rice, he spent his entire career with one team; that doesn't happen for most players. I have a few of his baseball cards from the later part of his career.
first time I met Rickey was actually on the phone. he needed help with his phone service and I worked for the phone company and just randomly got the call from him. talked a little baseball after i helped him. I met him personally at a Golden State Warriors basketball game in Oakland, he was sitting a few rows below us so I got him to sign my magazine and talked for a couple minutes. he was one of the most exciting baseball players to play the game.

I've got a couple Jim Rice cards too. it is rare to see a player spend his entire career or most of his career with just one team.

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Written By: Rice_Cube on 01/13/09 at 5:21 pm

http://sports.yahoo.com/mlb/blog/big_league_stew/post/Mets-pizza-patch-the-laughingstock-of-baseball-?urn=mlb,133840

http://f3.yahoofs.com/ymg/ept_sports_mlb_experts__17/ept_sports_mlb_experts-176490620-1231791113.jpg?ymJgToADoLHHY0s8

Hmm.

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Written By: Tia on 01/14/09 at 2:44 pm

this was in my email inbox from the host of the redskins parties we have every sunday.

….I’m just noticing the football regular season seems to be over….How’d we do?...How many wins?....8?.....8!....no no no….you mean ’08….that must be the year! …..What!!! ….8-8!!?!!.....Wait just a minute…..Uh Huh….Uh Huh….We beat Dallas in Dallas…Swept the Iggles and started 6-2!.....Who else did we beat….Uh Huh….yeah….okayyyy….uh Huh….Well who’s IN the playoffs?.....really….No Dallas?....that’s cool….Yeah I knew about AZ…..WHAT!!!!....HOSTING THE IGGLES!!!!....Wait wait wait….We’re THREE and OH against those clowns!!!!.......this su…Wait, who’s in the AFC….Stillers and Ravens?....we’re uh …..0-2 against those guys…..I guess we lose in the Super Bowl anyway………..OK so Hockey sucks and Hoop rules right?.....?I thought Agent Zero was back and all three were going to the All-Star game….No?... not really huh….Well at least Haywood is having another goo….No?...Damn…Has the Hockey got off the floor after starting lousy as usua….No-oh?….Really?!….eh, mid-season….with that home record I bet all those guys are going with Ovie to the All-Star game in…..No?...that sux…fine they’ll use the snub as a mid-season pick me up….after the slump that is….djLarge all hung up

he loves to fly into bizarre rants like this. in person he actually knows more about football than the commentators do.

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Written By: Rice_Cube on 01/14/09 at 4:49 pm

http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/football/news?slug=ap-senatorsbet-rocketman&prov=ap&type=lgns

Your tax dollars at work :D

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Written By: nally on 01/14/09 at 10:31 pm

Okay, so last night I was watching the MLB Network...and on their bottomline, as well as in the main program (entitled "Hot Stove", with reports on offseason transactions and things of the like), I found out that Derek Lowe has signed with the Atlanta Knaves...and speaking of which, John Schmoltz has signed a 1-year deal with the Boston Redsox, after spending 20 years with Atlanta. :-\\ So the Sox have already received three new pitchers: Penny, Saito (who were both Dodgers last year), and now Schmoltz.

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Written By: Rice_Cube on 01/18/09 at 3:34 pm

AZ 21, Philly 6.

WTF.

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Written By: Rice_Cube on 01/18/09 at 3:37 pm

24-6 at the half. Wowza.

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Written By: Tia on 01/18/09 at 3:41 pm

that out-of-bounds call was hilarious when they denied the challenge. "it was out of bounds, therefore we can't review whether or not the ball was out of bounds." i wish i could get away with stuff like that.

i'm already seeing a fork in this game. oh, well. wonder what else is on.

i hope the ravens-steelers game is better. everyone's writing off the raves, i think they'll surprise people. they're not even supposed to have made it this far, they're gonna be hungry.

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Written By: Tia on 01/18/09 at 3:58 pm

with that turnover i'm officially calling it the cards' game. i have spoken.

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Written By: Rice_Cube on 01/18/09 at 4:29 pm

^ Spoke too soon! 24-19 pending the point after...

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Written By: Tia on 01/18/09 at 4:34 pm

^ Spoke too soon! 24-19 pending the point after...
lol i was gonna say i'm amusingly bad at predictions. helluva comeback for the iggles, i almost gave up watchin' too!

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Written By: Rice_Cube on 01/18/09 at 4:45 pm

It ain't over til it's over!

WTF...25-24, Philly going for 2...

Oooh, penalty, and it stays a one-point game :o

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Written By: Rice_Cube on 01/18/09 at 5:00 pm

I do appreciate, however, that neither team refuses to lay down and die.

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Written By: Rice_Cube on 01/18/09 at 5:09 pm

ZOMFG two-minute warning! :o

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Written By: Rice_Cube on 01/18/09 at 5:20 pm

32-25 :o

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Written By: nally on 01/18/09 at 5:26 pm

I was watching snippets of the game too. I couldn't believe it when I saw the 25-24 score earlier.

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Written By: loki 13 on 01/18/09 at 5:30 pm

I will not make any excuses, I will not blame the lousy freaking a$$holes wearing the stripes, If that play had been made
on Fitzgerald the a$$hole ref would break the sound barrier getting the flag out, I will however blame Mcnabb and Akers.
The defense didn't play well but the offense had a chance to pick them up by simply making plays. Mcnabb had no accuracy
whatsoever, throwing the ball at the receivers feet or behind them, and Akers WTF an extra point!!!

Oh well, in all honesty the Eagles didn't deserve to be playing this game, and neither did the Cardinals. This has all
the makings for the worst Superbowl in history in regards to ratings. I mean who really wants to see any of the 4
teams that played today. In recent years the commercials have even sucked so I know I will not be watching.

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Written By: Tia on 01/18/09 at 8:31 pm

that was the funniest punt EVAH. ;D 21 yards.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: loki 13 on 01/18/09 at 8:44 pm

In both games games today.....Did the freakin' kickers forget how to kick the ball? I've never seen so many pop up
kicks and kicks out of bounds in my life.....good God, it's a freakin' championship game, kick the damn ball.

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Written By: Tia on 01/18/09 at 9:04 pm

suddenly carnage.

that was a gruesome hit, all right.

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Written By: Rice_Cube on 01/18/09 at 10:59 pm

I think the one missed PAT, the holder put the laces in which sorta explains why Akers shanked it.

I was unable to watch the late game because CBS doesn't come in on our antenna. Not to mention all the madness happening in our building :P

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Rice_Cube on 01/23/09 at 12:49 pm

http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/page2/story?page=snibbe/090123&sportCat=nfl"

Hehehe.

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Written By: Rice_Cube on 01/23/09 at 3:57 pm

http://sports.yahoo.com/mlb/news;_ylt=AmOnxoA.aU48nDQa7a.wLR45nYcB?slug=ap-cubssale&prov=ap&type=lgns

Cubs get a new owner. Here's to next season!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/09 at 6:02 am

Andy Murray's Australian Open hopes end with a five-set defeat by Spain's Fernando Verdasco in round four.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 01/26/09 at 11:35 am

I also found out over the weekend that the L.A. Dud-gers have acquired veteran catcher Brad Ausmus.

As for the Angels, they only seem to have acquired relief pitcher Brian Fuentes (according to MLB Network's bottomline), after getting rid of Mark Teixeira (to the Wankees) and K-Rod (to the Mets).

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Written By: Tia on 01/30/09 at 9:01 am

http://joshreads.com/images/09/01/i090129gilthorp.jpg

"Of course, Central has an incredible home-court advantage. Playing basketball on a court with four-foot ceilings does limit the number of home fans who can come and cheer, but for teams unused to such conditions, the stooped, simian lope that they make necessary can be a real distraction — one that the permanently hunched over Bobcats can exploit.

I’m not sure what the two clowns standing behind Marty are up to — trying to get their faces on the radio? That’s not how it works, guys — but I sincerely hope that the blond-haired glasses-wearing dude is making the universal jerk-off motion with his left hand, as he appears to be. "

http://joshreads.com/?p=2006

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Written By: Rice_Cube on 01/31/09 at 6:08 pm

^ That's silly.

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Written By: nally on 01/31/09 at 6:20 pm

Sure is. I love seeing a good sports cartoon now and then. ;D

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Max Power on 02/07/09 at 10:02 pm

I'm wrestling over a thought of writing a song parody lampooning A-Rod

What song should I choose?

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Written By: karen on 02/07/09 at 10:21 pm

2009 Six Nations Rugby Union

RESULTS:

Ireland 30-21 France

England 36-11 Italy

Wales play Scotland tomorrow

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Written By: loki 13 on 02/08/09 at 11:31 am

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Written By: Big Nasty on 02/08/09 at 11:50 am

Lakers without Bynum are still better than 98% of the Eastern Conference and 90% of the league!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 02/08/09 at 7:22 pm

Should we refer to A-Rod as A-Roids now?? ::)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Bobo on 02/08/09 at 8:50 pm

This thread is 9% of the way to becoming the Longest sports thread on this board. :D

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 02/08/09 at 8:52 pm

Which one is currently the longest? I'm thinking it's either the 2005 or 2006 baseball season thread.

Edit: Yup, those two are the longest sports threads, both with more than 1,800 replies each.

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Written By: Big Nasty on 02/15/09 at 1:21 pm

Looks like we need to put on our Rally Caps and get going to catch up!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Tia on 02/15/09 at 3:07 pm

i watched professional bowling for a little while yesterday. it was intense.

when's football season starting again?

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Written By: loki 13 on 02/15/09 at 4:55 pm

i watched professional bowling for a little while yesterday. it was intense.

when's football season starting again?

Pitchers and Catchers reported this weekend, the rest of the team during the week. Exhibition baseball is two weeks away.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Big Nasty on 02/16/09 at 3:38 pm

Sometimes I catch Tam watching Bowling, she is picking up some more pointers, like she is not good enough as it is.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: karen on 02/16/09 at 4:42 pm

Wales beat England in the Rugby Six Nations on Saturday. Dai is happy, I am sad and the children aren't sure which emotion to feel.

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Written By: nally on 02/16/09 at 5:48 pm

Sometimes I catch Tam watching Bowling, she is picking up some more pointers, like she is not good enough as it is.

I used to enjoy watching bowling. In fact, I still do. I just haven't played a bowling game since last summer.

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Written By: Big Nasty on 02/19/09 at 5:37 pm

Tam is a pretty good Bowler and I really enjoy watching her. I used to travel with her ladies team and act as a protector/cheerleader/morale booster.

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Written By: nally on 02/20/09 at 1:03 am

Tam is a pretty good Bowler and I really enjoy watching her. I used to travel with her ladies team and act as a protector/cheerleader/morale booster.

That's good to know. 8)

My mom used to be a pretty good bowler during her teen years and early adult years. But since her injury in a roller-skating accident in 1989 that permanently dislocated a bone in her wrist, things haven't turned out so well.

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Written By: loki 13 on 02/25/09 at 4:35 pm

It was baseball today... The Phillies opened the preseason today and the game was broadcast on the radio. Maybe it was
just me but as soon as the first pitch was called it seemed to get a few degrees warmer. ;D

The Phillies lost the game 8-2 but that doesn't matter, we're back to baseball.

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Written By: Tia on 02/25/09 at 4:44 pm

Sometimes I catch Tam watching Bowling, she is picking up some more pointers, like she is not good enough as it is.
i have to admit, i was surprised at how intense it sorta was. the dude pulled off a last minute upset. last minute upsets are always cool, no matter what the sport. could be hamster racing.

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Written By: nally on 02/28/09 at 9:52 am

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Written By: karen on 02/28/09 at 4:09 pm

Rugby Union Six Nations. England lost. :(

But Wales lost yesterday, which kinda makes up for it ;)

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Written By: Rice_Cube on 02/28/09 at 7:08 pm

http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/news?slug=ap-chiefs-cassel&prov=ap&type=lgns

Just in case anyone was interested.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Rice_Cube on 02/28/09 at 7:08 pm

What IS the longest sports thread so far in this forum? Shall we try to do for this thread what we did for LTE?

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Written By: Rice_Cube on 02/28/09 at 7:14 pm

http://sports.yahoo.com/nba/news;_ylt=AlVSl8xuk2EYVXqWz.v5MLq8vLYF?slug=ap-heat-mourningsjersey&prov=ap&type=lgns

Yay for Alonzo Mourning!

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Written By: nally on 02/28/09 at 7:54 pm

What IS the longest sports thread so far in this forum?

I think it's the 2005 MLB Season thread. Either that or the '06 one.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Rice_Cube on 02/28/09 at 10:01 pm

Yao and the Rockets totally F'ed THAT up :D

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Bobo on 02/28/09 at 10:45 pm

The five longest threads on the board are the 05, 06, 04, 07 and 08 baseball threads, in that order. :D

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Written By: nally on 02/28/09 at 10:48 pm

The five longest threads on the board are the 05, 06, 04, 07 and 08 baseball threads, in that order. :D

So I was right. I figured they'd all be the baseball threads. 8) I hope we can get ample traffic on the '09 MLB thread.

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Written By: Bobo on 03/01/09 at 6:46 am

So I was right. I figured they'd all be the baseball threads. 8) I hope we can get ample traffic on the '09 MLB thread.

I'll see what I can do - as I say, I won't be able to keep tabs on whole matches because they haven't bought the coverage, but hopefully some highlights will be shown here and there.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/02/09 at 11:57 am

Andy Murray has withdrawn from Great Britain's Davis Cup tie against Ukraine between 6-8 March because of a virus.

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Written By: nally on 03/02/09 at 1:00 pm

I'll see what I can do - as I say, I won't be able to keep tabs on whole matches because they haven't bought the coverage, but hopefully some highlights will be shown here and there.

I'll probably be contributing to it regularly, especially when the regular season begins on April 6th, which is only 5 weeks away now.

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Written By: Big Nasty on 03/11/09 at 6:13 pm

I am the new Official Campaign Manager for D Wade as the NBA MVP 2008-2009 season!!!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 03/11/09 at 10:57 pm

I am the new Official Campaign Manager for D Wade as the NBA MVP 2008-2009 season!!!

Great news! Glad to hear that!!

So you'll be busy with that, I assume?

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Written By: Big Nasty on 03/14/09 at 9:34 am

Iam sure that he deserves it. However, I was watching a chat about it on TNT with Charles Barkley, Kenny Smith, and Chris Weber I think it will go some place else. You see there are only a few rare occasions when a player not on one of the top 2 Teams has won the MVP. I realize it is not fair. I think the MVP is the player that is clearly the Most Valuable to the team. If you remove D Wade then it must be Lebron James. He has excellent individual numbers. His team has the same record as Kobe's and he absolutley has a lesser supporting cast then Kobe.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: karen on 03/24/09 at 8:05 pm

Who was the English goalkeeper after Peter Shilton? Long hair in a ponytail and a 'tache?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/09 at 2:08 am

Who was the English goalkeeper after Peter Shilton? Long hair in a ponytail and a 'tache?
David Seaman?

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Written By: karen on 03/25/09 at 12:24 pm

David Seaman?

That's it!

We were talking about goalies who'd saved penalties during a penalty shoot-out and Dai reckoned he had but neither of us could remember his name.

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Written By: La Roche on 03/25/09 at 5:19 pm

That's it!

We were talking about goalies who'd saved penalties during a penalty shoot-out and Dai reckoned he had but neither of us could remember his name.

Yes he did, against Spain.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/09 at 6:35 am

That's it!

We were talking about goalies who'd saved penalties during a penalty shoot-out and Dai reckoned he had but neither of us could remember his name.
How tall is he, for his height would make him a better goalkeeper?

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Written By: karen on 03/26/09 at 7:45 am

How tall is he, for his height would make him a better goalkeeper?

6' 3" according to wikipedia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/09 at 7:47 am

6' 3" according to wikipedia

That would be a good height for a goalkeeper.

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Written By: karen on 03/26/09 at 8:47 am

That would be a good height for a goalkeeper.

Yep. He is taller than Peter Shilton

Tallest active goalkeeper is Vanja Ivesa who plays for a Croatian team. He is 6' 81/2

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/09 at 9:37 am

Yep. He is taller than Peter Shilton

Tallest active goalkeeper is Vanja Ivesa who plays for a Croatian team. He is 6' 81/2
If you recall the world's best bowler (in cricket) have been tall.

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Written By: nally on 03/26/09 at 3:11 pm

If you recall the world's best bowler (in cricket) have been tall.

Most of the best basketball players have been extremely tall as well (over 7 feet).

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Bobo on 03/26/09 at 5:38 pm

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Written By: karen on 03/26/09 at 7:02 pm

I was just reading about a cricketer named William Cropper, who apparently in 1889 was injured during a soccer game he was playing, having been kicked in the abdomen, and died later in the arms of a team-mate both at his cricket club and at the soccer club he was playing.

In the early days it was fairly common for them to play cricket in the summer and football in the winter. And for the same team usually, I think. Didn't you ever read Billy's Boots in the Tiger comic?

It also gives you the great trivia question.

Which three English captains played for S(I_am_a_loser_who_has_no_respect_for_women)horpe United?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/09 at 2:51 am

It also gives you the great trivia question.

Which three English captains played for S(I_am_a_loser_who_has_no_respect_for_women)horpe United?
I know that one of them is Ian Botham.

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Written By: karen on 03/27/09 at 7:51 am

Another is related to the topic we were just discussing

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/09 at 9:19 am

Another is related to the topic we were just discussing
...and who was the third. Let try and think of it first.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/09 at 10:31 am

Just watched the Grand National, I think my horse is still running.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/09 at 10:46 am

Just watched the Grand National, I think my horse is still running.
Mon Mome wins at 100-1, the biggest-priced winner since Foinavon in 1967.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/09 at 10:48 am

Mon Mome wins at 100-1, the biggest-priced winner since Foinavon in 1967.

Aintree Grand National Placed Finishers

1. Mon Mome (L Treadwell) 100-1
2. Comply Or Die (T J Murphy) 14-1
3. My Will (R Walsh) 8-1
4. State of Play (Paul Moloney) 14-1

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Written By: nally on 04/04/09 at 11:27 pm

Just watched the Grand National, I think my horse is still running.

Aintree Grand National Placed Finishers

1. Mon Mome (L Treadwell) 100-1
2. Comply Or Die (T J Murphy) 14-1
3. My Will (R Walsh) 8-1
4. State of Play (Paul Moloney) 14-1

I assume this is horseracing?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/09 at 1:58 am

I assume this is horseracing?
Yes, from Aintree in Liverpool, ithe race was first ran in 1836.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Bobo on 04/05/09 at 5:33 am

On the same subject this is fascinating. Foinavon won the race after the horse at the front of the field blocked the rest of the riders from progressing any further in the field.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/09 at 5:50 am

On the same subject this is fascinating. Foinavon won the race after the horse at the front of the field blocked the rest of the riders from progressing any further in the field.
I can just remember seening that happen live on tv back in 1967.

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Written By: Bobo on 04/05/09 at 6:05 am

I can just remember seening that happen live on tv back in 1967.

I hadn't seen it before - up until when I saw it just now that is!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/09 at 6:09 am

I hadn't seen it before - up until when I saw it just now that is!
My horse was No.14 Big Fella Thanks, I still do not know where it finished.

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Written By: nally on 04/05/09 at 3:56 pm

Yes, from Aintree in Liverpool, ithe race was first ran in 1836.

Interesting. O0

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Written By: karen on 04/06/09 at 6:30 pm

I read somewhere that in the Grand National a horse with an alliterative (if that's the word) name is a good bet.

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Written By: anabel on 04/06/09 at 10:06 pm

Off the above topic, but I was happy to see this news:

Jordan, Robinson, Stockton among 5 elected to Hall

http://msn.foxsports.com/nba/story/9422822/Jordan,-Robinson,-Stockton-among-5-elected-to-Hall

I grew up in Illinois and remember my parents being big into NC basketball. I used to watch Michael Jordan on tv in college - then when he came to the Bulls, I became a hard core fan. There were a couple of years where my Dad took me to the Christmas Day games to watch him play. I went to others, but going with my Dad was the best.

Then I moved to Utah and appreciated Stockton and Malone, but loved it when MJ came to town! Now in Florida, I worked for the Orlando Magic duringthe Shaq years and watched MJ when he came here to play and finally got to meet him the last time he played in Orlando. That was the BEST EVER.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/09 at 2:11 am

I read somewhere that in the Grand National a horse with an alliterative (if that's the word) name is a good bet.
Think back to Red Rum

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Written By: karen on 04/07/09 at 8:18 am

Think back to Red Rum

I've just looked through a list of the winners and it doesn't appear to be the case at all. I can't remember now where I read it.

Maybe they do well, as in get placed, which is useful on an each way bet or in the office sweepstake!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/09 at 8:23 am

I've just looked through a list of the winners and it doesn't appear to be the case at all. I can't remember now where I read it.

Maybe they do well, as in get placed, which is useful on an each way bet or in the office sweepstake!
Possibly Dr Devious the winner of the Epson Derby in1992?

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Written By: karen on 04/07/09 at 9:32 am

Possibly Dr Devious the winner of the Epson Derby in1992?

There have been several winners like Red Rum, Hedge Hunter etc. for the National. I just remember reading somewhere that they were more likely to win (or perhaps be placed) so they were good picks if you didn't study form but still liked to bet on the race.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/09 at 9:44 am

There have been several winners like Red Rum, Hedge Hunter etc. for the National. I just remember reading somewhere that they were more likely to win (or perhaps be placed) so they were good picks if you didn't study form but still liked to bet on the race.
I gave up on watching the form a long time ago. There was a horse a decade or so back called Philip and it would win it's every 5th or 6th race, that was the trainer working on the handicap and getting better odds.

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Written By: karen on 04/07/09 at 10:20 am

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/09 at 11:20 am

My dad used to spend ages on Saturday morning studying the race cards for the ITV 7 accumulator. He got it right once in about 1977, but he kept trying for years. However he would be swayed by horses with family names such as Royal Stewart. :-\\
One fond memory I have with tv horse racing is the whole immediate family all going down to my garndmother's to watch Grand National every year and one year it was special for she was the first to have a coloured television.

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Written By: Bobo on 04/11/09 at 7:32 am

After tonight's interleague match-up between the Seattle Sounders and the KC Wizards, the Sounders meet up with Chivas USA - and assuming Chivas beat the LA Galaxy this evening, both teams will have 100% records going into the April 18th clash.

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Written By: MrCleveland on 04/16/09 at 4:17 pm

John Madden is now retired today!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Big Nasty on 04/17/09 at 6:51 am

Lakers NBA Champions 2008-2009

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Written By: nally on 04/17/09 at 11:21 am

John Madden is now retired today!

Yes, I read about that in the LA Times this morning. He'd said that even though he was in pretty good health at age 73, he wanted to retire so that he could spend more time with his wife; it even stated that their 50th wedding anniversary was coming up soon.

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Written By: nally on 04/17/09 at 11:22 am

Lakers NBA Champions 2008-2009

ya think?? ;)

Actually, I'm hoping for that too...

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Written By: Frank on 04/18/09 at 1:51 am

Lakers NBA Champions 2008-2009

They should come out of the west. Boston without Garnett won't be as good.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/09 at 2:43 am

How is the next Grand Prix getting on?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/09 at 6:04 am

It looks to be a good day for semi-finals today, in the UK there are the semis for the FA Cup and Andy Murray is in the semis for whatever tennis tournament he is in at the moment.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Bobo on 04/18/09 at 6:54 am

How is the next Grand Prix getting on?

LTE is your friend!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Bobo on 04/18/09 at 6:58 am

Vettel poled, Alonso second, Webber third.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/09 at 7:03 am

Vettel poled, Alonso second, Webber third.
Is it raining like the other week?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/09 at 7:06 am

Vettel poled, Alonso second, Webber third.
Chinese?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 04/18/09 at 4:55 pm

Vettel poled, Alonso second, Webber third.

Hamilton 9th I heard

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/09 at 4:56 pm

Hamilton 9th I heard
Oh dear!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Big Nasty on 04/18/09 at 11:23 pm

The Naismith Memorial Hall of Fame was an Awesome experience! Better than I expected!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/19/09 at 7:46 am

Any sport happening today?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Big Nasty on 04/19/09 at 12:10 pm

There are four NBA Playoff Games today. Starting with my beloved Los Angelas Lakers vs. Utah Jazz

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Written By: anabel on 04/20/09 at 9:36 pm

The Naismith Memorial Hall of Fame was an Awesome experience! Better than I expected!

I'm so JEALOUS!!! I've always wanted to see that!!! Good for you!! :)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: anabel on 04/20/09 at 9:46 pm

Some of Sunday's noteable games:

The 76ers shocked my Magic 100-98 last night-what a nail biting heartbreaker!!!

The Lakers won 113 to 100 over the Utah Jazz (Big Nasty is happy, I'm hoping for payback tomorrow night...) ;)

Tonight's games:

Spurs have 50 over The Mavs 30 ,but it's only the 2nd qtr....

One final, Boston, 118 Chicago 113 >:(

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 04/20/09 at 10:42 pm

There are four NBA Playoff Games today. Starting with my beloved Los Angelas Lakers vs. Utah Jazz

I saw the results of that game yesterday. Glad to see the Lakers getting busy early!! O0 (as indicated by the L.A. Times headline)

And in MLB, neither the Dodgers nor the Angels play today, so there's no local games for me to watch this evening.

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Written By: anabel on 04/22/09 at 4:42 am

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) - Houston Rockets center Dikembe Mutombo said his lengthy career is finished after a knee injury knocked him out of the Rockets' playoff game Tuesday night against the Trail Blazers.

"For me, basketball is over," he said.

Mutombo, an 18-year NBA veteran, appeared to get tangled with Portland center Greg Oden and came down hard on his left leg late in the first quarter of Game.

Years ago, I used to really hate this guy....when he played for Atlanta I called him Big Evil Devil Man. But I'll give him credit for his decision. When it's over, it's over. Hope he'll be ok.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/09 at 11:44 am

It will be the London Marathon on Sunday and I will not be running in it.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 04/24/09 at 6:49 pm

It will be the London Marathon on Sunday and I will not be running in it.

Do you intend to at least watch it on tv?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/09 at 12:55 pm

Do you intend to at least watch it on tv?
I usually do, in the comfort of my armchair.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 04/25/09 at 3:09 pm

I usually do, in the comfort of my armchair.

That's good, I hope you enjoy it. ;)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/09 at 3:11 pm

That's good, I hope you enjoy it. ;)
I do, for I enjoy seeing London on live television.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/09 at 3:24 am

That's good, I hope you enjoy it. ;)
Just remembered I cna watch the London Marathon live online on the computer

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Big Nasty on 04/26/09 at 7:09 pm

Mr. Touchdown Song

They always call him Mr. Touchdown;
They always call him Mr.T.
He can run and he can throw;
Just give him the ball and look at hin go!
Hip hip hooray for Mr. Touchdown;
He's gonna beat em today;
So, lets give a great big cheer
for the hero of the year;
It's Mr. Touchdown, USA

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 04/27/09 at 12:02 pm

^Hey, BN, I just want to state for the record that I love the caption under your avatar pic..."Support the Sports Zone." You're right, it does need help. ;)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Tia on 04/27/09 at 12:16 pm

rumors that the redskins may lose QB campbell. wtf?

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/04/24/AR2009042403675.html?hpid=topnews

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Written By: anabel on 04/27/09 at 8:54 pm

So what are you guys thinking of The NFL Draft so far? People in Tampa are not happy with the new coach's choices-I'm hearing jokes about how Raymond James Stadium now has ALL season ticket seats available.... ???

The Rays are ahead of Minnesota 4-0 in the top of the 6th.....dare I say WOOOO HOOOOO ?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: anabel on 04/27/09 at 10:42 pm

Does anyone here besides me follow Nascar? Am I really the only Redneck on this board?? ;D

The finish yesterday at Talladega was crazy! Carl Edwards almost had it but tried to cut off the new kid and went flying! He went airborne into the catchfence (8 people had minor injuries) and flipped and was on fire! the not only did he climb out of the car, but he ran to the finish line so he could say he finished. It was the second of 2 amazing wrecks-we were pulling for Dale Jr who was in 2nd, but this new kid, Brad Something, was just so cute about winning!

If you have the time and want to see a really vicious wreck where the guy actually walks away...

http://sports.espn.go.com/rpm/nascar/cup/columns/story?columnist=blount_terry&id=4103191

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Rice_Cube on 04/27/09 at 10:52 pm

I went to a NASCAR race once. It was really boring. The only good time I had was the BBQ we did before we went into the race area. There was one pathetic little car that got lapped several times by the rest of the field. Nobody crashed.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 04/28/09 at 2:34 am

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 04/28/09 at 11:40 am

I prefer Formula 1, never got into NASCAR.
Guess I'm not a redneck. Should I be thankful for that? :D

I've never been much into it either... but it's better than some televised sports I've seen.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: CatwomanofV on 04/28/09 at 12:58 pm

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/09 at 1:46 pm

Andrew Flintoff is expected to be fit for the World Twenty20 and the Ashes after an operation on his right knee.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: anabel on 04/28/09 at 6:43 pm

I prefer Formula 1, never got into NASCAR.
Guess I'm not a redneck. Should I be thankful for that? :D

Wow, you guys are all too sophisticated for me! ;D ;)
Be glad you're not a redneck-I don't think I really am either,but many Nascar fans are...I grew up in Illinois so I watched Indy racing, but when you move South of the Mason-Dixon line, it's easy to get caught up in it. I'm one of the more refined Nascar fans.... :D

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/09 at 9:46 am

Ian Bell, Michael Vaughan and Steve Harmison are all left out of England's squad for the first Test against West Indies.

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Written By: Frank on 04/30/09 at 12:29 am

Wow, you guys are all too sophisticated for me! ;D ;)
Be glad you're not a redneck-I don't think I really am either,but many Nascar fans are...I grew up in Illinois so I watched Indy racing, but when you move South of the Mason-Dixon line, it's easy to get caught up in it. I'm one of the more refined Nascar fans.... :D

I've been to Virginia and North Carolina on visits, I recall the people there really get into NASCAR. Kinda like we (Canadians) get into hockey and many parts of the south USA, does not. But then again, some of them still think Jefferson Davis is their only President (just kidding)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/30/09 at 12:34 am

Rain today will cause no play in the crckiet matches today.

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Written By: anabel on 04/30/09 at 6:44 pm

I've been to Virginia and North Carolina on visits, I recall the people there really get into NASCAR. Kinda like we (Canadians) get into hockey and many parts of the south USA, does not. But then again, some of them still think Jefferson Davis is their only President (just kidding)

What are you saying? He's not? :D

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Written By: nally on 04/30/09 at 10:25 pm

What are you saying? He's not? :D

I just know that he was the president of the Confederate States during the Civil War.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 05/01/09 at 1:07 am

What are you saying? He's not? :D

He's now driving Nascar ( which isn't a sport :D)

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Written By: anabel on 05/01/09 at 1:01 pm

He's now driving Nascar ( which isn't a sport :D)

;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

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Written By: nally on 05/01/09 at 1:32 pm

;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

oh....right. ;)

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Written By: Big Nasty on 05/02/09 at 4:46 pm

Big Surprise out of Washington...Alex O scores a goal in game 1

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/03/09 at 4:02 am

Is Ricky Hatton to old to box now?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Big Nasty on 05/03/09 at 9:04 am

Have you ever heard of a guy named George Foreman? That should answer the Hatton question.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/03/09 at 9:52 am

Have you ever heard of a guy named George Foreman? That should answer the Hatton question.
Hatton should start selling cooking grills?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/09 at 12:49 pm

England captain Andrew Strauss calls on his side to start the Test summer with a win when they take on West Indies at Lord's on Wednesday.

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Written By: Frank on 05/05/09 at 6:06 pm

Markus Naslund retires (NHL). 35 years young.

1st team all-star 3 years in a row in the early 90's.
Good luck to ya!

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Written By: Big Nasty on 05/05/09 at 7:37 pm

Hatton should start selling cooking grills?

As well as naming all his kids the same thing Rickey Hatton!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 05/06/09 at 10:17 pm

As well as naming all his kids the same thing Rickey Hatton!

Makes me wonder how GF keeps up with all his kids. Isn't it confusing to have all your kiddos named exactly the same thing? ::)

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Written By: nally on 05/06/09 at 10:18 pm

Markus Naslund retires (NHL). 35 years young.

1st team all-star 3 years in a row in the early 90's.
Good luck to ya!

He was obviously pretty young at the time. Sounds like he played a great career. O0

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Written By: Big Nasty on 05/07/09 at 5:16 am

Makes me wonder how GF keeps up with all his kids. Isn't it confusing to have all your kiddos named exactly the same thing? ::)

That is easy...the all have different haircuts! LOL

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Written By: nally on 05/07/09 at 12:19 pm

That is easy...the all have different haircuts! LOL

Yes...but what happens when their hair grows out again??

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/09 at 12:20 pm

Graham Onions takes five wickets on debut as England take total control of the Lord's Test against West Indies.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 05/09/09 at 12:59 pm

So...this thing with Manny is certainly a huge topic on the sports scene right now....

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Written By: Frank on 05/09/09 at 6:00 pm

So...this thing with Manny is certainly a huge topic on the sports scene right now....

It sure is. You kinda wonder "Who's next" out of the big sluggers to get caught. You know manny won't be the last one.
So Manny's suspension is over sometime in mid to late July? Wonder what happens when he comes back, esp in his home ballpark in L.A.

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Written By: nally on 05/10/09 at 1:13 am

It sure is. You kinda wonder "Who's next" out of the big sluggers to get caught. You know manny won't be the last one.
So Manny's suspension is over sometime in mid to late July? Wonder what happens when he comes back, esp in his home ballpark in L.A.

I read that his suspension will be over (reportedly) on July 3rd, when the team plays in San Diego again...but that's the earliest date he'll be allowed to come back. (So long as nothing else transpires with him, lol.)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/09 at 8:02 am

Where's Hamilton?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Big Nasty on 05/10/09 at 7:59 pm

Wow did my beloved Lakers ever take an A$# whipping today.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 05/10/09 at 9:08 pm

Wow did my beloved Lakers ever take an A$# whipping today.

yeah I found out about that today too. What a bummer. ::)

Also, the Anaheim Ducks are on the brink of having their goose cooked again.

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Written By: nally on 05/12/09 at 11:51 pm

I read that his suspension will be over (reportedly) on July 3rd, when the team plays in San Diego again...but that's the earliest date he'll be allowed to come back. (So long as nothing else transpires with him, lol.)

Great. According to what I read in the L.A. Times today, Manny is apparently appealing his suspension? whats up with that?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: anabel on 05/14/09 at 9:48 pm

Great. According to what I read in the L.A. Times today, Manny is apparently appealing his suspension? whats up with that?

Here's the latest:

Whatever chance Manny Ramirez may have had to fight a looming drug suspension was derailed by rules that required his union to supply Major League Baseball with the Dodgers outfielder's medical record, a newspaper reported Tuesday.
Ramirez dropped an appeal of his drug suspension within hours of a scheduled hearing last week, boxed in by a prescription for a banned substance that appeared in his medical records, sources told The Los Angeles Times.
Ramirez was notified in early April that he had tested positive for a synthetic testosterone during spring training. The substance, human chorionic gonadotrophin (HCG), is classified as a performance-enhancing substance in baseball's drug policy.
In their appeal, Ramirez's representatives planned to argue the testosterone indicated the presence of DHEA, a steroid precursor banned under Olympic rules but not under federal law or baseball's drug policy, the San Diego Union-Tribune reported.
However, baseball's drug policy requires players to surrender medical records for reasonable cause. The union turned over Ramirez's records, which included a prescription from a physician for HCG.
Ramirez had not obtained a therapeutic-use exemption from baseball, which certifies the use of banned substances for proven medical need, and that was the basis for the 50-game suspension announced by MLB last week.

Scott Boras, the agent for Ramirez, has declined to comment on the suspension, including why the appeal was dropped, The Times said. Baseball's drug policy restricts the commissioner's office and players' union from comment.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/18/09 at 8:07 am

http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm66/Phil_O-Sopher/Lords2009Floodlights.jpg

Taken at Lord's Cricket Ground yesterday during the Middlesex v Somerseet Friends Provident Trophy - Group B match.

The picture shows the newly insttalled floodlights.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: anabel on 05/18/09 at 9:25 pm

Jon Gruden, former (fired!)Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach, has now officially joined Monday Night Football, replacing Tony Kornheiser.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Tia on 05/19/09 at 1:54 pm

Jon Gruden, former (fired!)Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach, has now officially joined Monday Night Football, replacing Tony Kornheiser.
i heard a bunch of people were hating on kornheiser, who i always thought was a pretty good sportswriter. was he a really bad commentator? because i hadn't noticed.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/09 at 11:46 am

When is the F.A. Cup Final?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/24/09 at 8:47 am

Button wins at Monaco.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 05/25/09 at 1:06 am

When is the F.A. Cup Final?

May 30th, Wembley.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/25/09 at 3:34 am

May 30th, Wembley.
Next Saturday...

...and I do not even know who is playing this year.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 05/25/09 at 11:54 pm

I think Arsenal & Chelsea?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 05/26/09 at 2:00 pm

I think Arsenal & Chelsea?

In the F.A. Cup Final, I presume? I haven't been following that at all, but I am always curious as to what goes on elsewhere in sports.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/09 at 2:02 pm

I think Arsenal & Chelsea?
It's Chelsea v Everton

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 05/26/09 at 2:06 pm

It's Chelsea v Everton

Are you gonna be watching it?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/09 at 2:20 pm

Are you gonna be watching it?
I doubt it, but my son will if he is at home.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/09 at 2:20 pm

Are you gonna be watching it?
I will be wanting some cricket.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 05/26/09 at 2:29 pm

I doubt it, but my son will if he is at home.

Good to know. :)

I will be wanting some cricket.

Yes, you have contributed regularly to that thread...just like I have contributed regularly to the Baseball thread.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/09 at 2:31 pm

Good to know. :)
Yes, you have contributed regularly to that thread...just like I have contributed regularly to the Baseball thread.
I wish that I could contribute to the baseball thread.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 05/26/09 at 7:21 pm

I wish that I could contribute to the baseball thread.

You have contributed to the baseball players (A-Z) thread in PBG in the past.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/09 at 1:52 am

You have contributed to the baseball players (A-Z) thread in PBG in the past.
That is my limit.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/09 at 1:52 am

Manchester United ace Wayne Rooney’s boots have been stolen hours before the Champions League Final.

United chiefs were frantically trying to organise a replacement pair in time for tonight’s clash with Barcelona in Rome.

Rooney’s sponsors Nike had flown in a specially-made pair of T90 laser boots for the striker to wear. But the England star, 23, was stunned when told a thief had intercepted the delivery, reports The Sun. Roo had planned to wear the boots in training yesterday, but instead was forced to use an old pair.

A United source said: “Everyone is staggered that someone would actually steal Rooney’s football boots. They were signed for at the airport and were being couriered to the team hotel when they were intercepted.”

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Written By: Frank on 05/27/09 at 2:10 am

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/09 at 7:35 am

It's too wet for crciket watching today.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: anabel on 05/27/09 at 7:01 pm

Is Arsenal a good team? With a name like that, they must be tough! ;)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/30/09 at 1:11 am

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 05/30/09 at 11:33 pm

http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm66/Phil_O-Sopher/whites.jpg

http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm66/Phil_O-Sopher/whitesaussies.jpg

The Australian Test Squad have arrived in England for the Ashes and they have already started.

Awesome... and they're crossing Abby Road in the process. O0

Now refresh my memory, what is "the Ashes" again? ???

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/31/09 at 8:39 am

Awesome... and they're crossing Abby Road in the process. O0

Now refresh my memory, what is "the Ashes" again? ???
The Ashes is a Test cricket series, played between England and Australia. It is one of international cricket's most celebrated rivalries and dates back to 1882. It is currently played biennially, alternately in England and Australia. However, since cricket is a summer game, the venues being in opposite hemispheres means the break between series alternates between 18 and 30 months. A series of "The Ashes" now comprises five Test matches, two innings per match, under the regular rules for international Test-match cricket. If a series is drawn then the country already holding the Ashes retains them.

The series is named after a satirical obituary published in an English newspaper, The Sporting Times, in 1882 after the match at The Oval in which Australia beat England on an English ground for the first time. The obituary stated that English cricket had died, and the body will be cremated and the ashes taken to Australia. The English media then dubbed the next English tour to Australia (1882–83) as the quest to regain The Ashes.

During that tour in Australia, a small terracotta urn was presented as a gift to the England captain Ivo Bligh by a group of Melbourne women. The contents of the urn are reputed to be the ashes of an item of cricket equipment, possibly a bail, ball or stump. Some Aborigines hold that The Ashes are in fact those of King Cole, the cricketer who toured England in 1868. The Dowager Countess of Darnley, meanwhile, claimed recently that her mother-in-law (and Bligh's wife), Florence Morphy, said that they were the remains of a lady's veil.

The urn is erroneously believed, by some, to be the trophy of the Ashes series but it has never been formally adopted as such and Ivo Bligh always considered it to be a personal gift. Replicas of the urn are often held aloft by victorious teams as a symbol of their victory in an Ashes series, but the actual urn has never been presented or displayed as a trophy in this way. Whichever side holds the Ashes, the urn normally remains in the Marylebone Cricket Club Museum at Lord's since being presented to the MCC by Ivo Bligh's widow upon his death.

Since the 1998–99 Ashes series, a Waterford Crystal representation of the Ashes urn has been presented to the winners of an Ashes series as the official trophy of that series.

Australia currently holds The Ashes, after beating England 5–0 to regain them in 2006–07. The next Ashes series will be held in England in 2009. npower currently sponsor the Ashes series played in England.

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Written By: nally on 05/31/09 at 3:21 pm

Thank you; it must not be very well known in the U.S.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/31/09 at 3:23 pm

Thank you; it must not be very well known in the U.S.
As the first Test Match of the series is next month, the media hype is building up.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 05/31/09 at 11:53 pm

As the first Test Match of the series is next month, the media hype is building up.

Well, hopefully that should be exciting for you to watch (or at least follow; I don't know what the tv situation is like over there).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/09 at 12:50 am

Well, hopefully that should be exciting for you to watch (or at least follow; I don't know what the tv situation is like over there).
It is covered live on a pay-to-view channel, with the highlights in the evening on terrestial tv.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/09 at 12:01 pm

Ex-horse racing trainer Vincent O'Brien dies

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/09 at 12:35 pm

The Ashes is a Test cricket series, played between England and Australia. It is one of international cricket's most celebrated rivalries and dates back to 1882. It is currently played biennially, alternately in England and Australia. However, since cricket is a summer game, the venues being in opposite hemispheres means the break between series alternates between 18 and 30 months. A series of "The Ashes" now comprises five Test matches, two innings per match, under the regular rules for international Test-match cricket. If a series is drawn then the country already holding the Ashes retains them.

The series is named after a satirical obituary published in an English newspaper, The Sporting Times, in 1882 after the match at The Oval in which Australia beat England on an English ground for the first time. The obituary stated that English cricket had died, and the body will be cremated and the ashes taken to Australia. The English media then dubbed the next English tour to Australia (1882–83) as the quest to regain The Ashes.

During that tour in Australia, a small terracotta urn was presented as a gift to the England captain Ivo Bligh by a group of Melbourne women. The contents of the urn are reputed to be the ashes of an item of cricket equipment, possibly a bail, ball or stump. Some Aborigines hold that The Ashes are in fact those of King Cole, the cricketer who toured England in 1868. The Dowager Countess of Darnley, meanwhile, claimed recently that her mother-in-law (and Bligh's wife), Florence Morphy, said that they were the remains of a lady's veil.

The urn is erroneously believed, by some, to be the trophy of the Ashes series but it has never been formally adopted as such and Ivo Bligh always considered it to be a personal gift. Replicas of the urn are often held aloft by victorious teams as a symbol of their victory in an Ashes series, but the actual urn has never been presented or displayed as a trophy in this way. Whichever side holds the Ashes, the urn normally remains in the Marylebone Cricket Club Museum at Lord's since being presented to the MCC by Ivo Bligh's widow upon his death.

Since the 1998–99 Ashes series, a Waterford Crystal representation of the Ashes urn has been presented to the winners of an Ashes series as the official trophy of that series.

Australia currently holds The Ashes, after beating England 5–0 to regain them in 2006–07. The next Ashes series will be held in England in 2009. npower currently sponsor the Ashes series played in England.

With no mention of Bodyline?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/09 at 3:32 am

Today is Derby Day

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 06/07/09 at 3:51 pm

With no mention of Bodyline?

"Bodyline"? ???

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/09 at 8:02 am

"Bodyline"? ???
Bodyline

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 06/09/09 at 2:31 pm

Bodyline

Oh, so that's a term associated with the game of cricket!! Thanks!

You learn something new every day!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/09 at 2:33 pm

Oh, so that's a term associated with the game of cricket!! Thanks!

You learn something new every day!
There was a tv movie made of it but an Australian TV Company, which only showed the Aussie point of view.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 06/09/09 at 2:43 pm

There was a tv movie made of it but an Australian TV Company, which only showed the Aussie point of view.

I guess I have a lot to learn about the sports that are widely played outside the U.S.

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Written By: Frank on 06/09/09 at 5:56 pm

I guess I have a lot to learn about the sports that are widely played outside the U.S.

Although I follow soccer from a distance (compared to how Europeans do), I know nothing about cricket.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/09 at 10:30 am

There should be more coverage of the game of cricket in the USA.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 06/10/09 at 1:24 pm

Although I follow soccer from a distance (compared to how Europeans do), I know nothing about cricket.

There should be more coverage of the game of cricket in the USA.

The only cricket known to most people in the USA is the insect which is noted for chirping. :-\\

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/09 at 1:26 pm

The only cricket known to most people in the USA is the insect which is noted for chirping. :-\\
History of United States cricket

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 06/10/09 at 1:29 pm

History of United States cricket

Interesting.

I guess it's just not as popular here as elsewhere.

However, the last sentence of the first paragraph reads:

In 2007, the United States of America Cricket Association was suspended by the ICC because of problems with its administration, but was again recognized beginning in 2008.

Still, I'm going to bookmark that page and read it in full detail (along with all the other pgs from Wikopedia that I plan to read thoroughly in the near future). I always enjoy learning something new every day. :)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/09 at 1:32 pm

Interesting.

I guess it's just not as popular here as elsewhere.

However, the last sentence of the first paragraph reads:

Still, I'm going to bookmark that page and read it in full detail (along with all the other pgs from Wikopedia that I plan to read thoroughly in the near future). I always enjoy learning something new every day. :)
The Compton Cricket Club (CCC), or the 'Homies and the Popz', is a cricket club based in, Compton, Los Angeles County, California, USA. The CCC is the only all American-born exhibition cricket team.

Over the years I have being trying to remember the name of this Los Angeles based club. They did tour England a few years back, and if I went ot Lord's one day when I did not, I would had seen them play.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: anabel on 06/12/09 at 10:23 am

The Atlanta Falcons have finally shown some class and cut Michael Vick from the team. The Falcons released Vick on Friday morning after being unable to find a trade partner for the suspended quarterback.The Jail Bird is now a Free Bird. Everyone, bring your dogs in the house!!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 06/12/09 at 11:23 am

The Atlanta Falcons have finally shown some class and cut Michael Vick from the team. The Falcons released Vick on Friday morning after being unable to find a trade partner for the suspended quarterback.

Excellent!! Maybe I should add him to the list of athletes I truly despise. Ever since that dogfighting thing made the news 2 years ago, I have not had any respect for that guy whatsoever. >:( 8-P

The Jail Bird is now a Free Bird. Everyone, bring your dogs in the house!!

But wait...isn't he still serving his sentence?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: anabel on 06/12/09 at 11:27 am

Excellent!! Maybe I should add him to the list of athletes I truly despise. Ever since that dogfighting thing made the news 2 years ago, I have not had any respect for that guy whatsoever. >:( 8-P

But wait...isn't he still serving his sentence?

He was released from prison but I think he's still on "house arrest" with the ankle bracelet. But have you seen his house? Arrest indeed! >:(

http://www.cnn.com/2009/CRIME/05/20/michael.vick/

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 06/12/09 at 11:29 am

He was released from prison but I think he's still on "house arrest" with the ankle bracelet. But have you seen his house? Arrest indeed! >:(

House arrest...I thought so.

He still deserves to be confined to wherever he is. What he did to those poor animals is just wrong.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 06/12/09 at 12:10 pm

He was released from prison but I think he's still on "house arrest" with the ankle bracelet. But have you seen his house? Arrest indeed! >:(

http://www.cnn.com/2009/CRIME/05/20/michael.vick/

No kidding.
I think here at inthe70s.com, we should set up a little collection to help him pay for his bills. Who's with me?

C'mon...Let's see a show of hands! (I think as punishment he should eat dog food for a year and live in a ..well..you know..)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 06/12/09 at 12:14 pm

C'mon...Let's see a show of hands! (I think as punishment he should eat dog food for a year and live in a ..well..you know..)

(raises hand)

Totally! He should get a taste of his own...well...you get the idea.

Live in a...doghouse? Here Mikey boy! Here boy! ;D

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: anabel on 06/12/09 at 12:20 pm

A friend of mine has a mini dog size Vick jersey for his bulldog. Now on the back it says "Kill Vick".. ;)

I'll put him in a doghouse, no problem. I think we cover him in bacon grease and put him in with some dogs that haven't had dinner yet and then see how it feels.

Gosh, I'm mean today! :o I'm kind of stuck at home because I took Champ in to get her brakes fixed before we drive to Tennessee.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 06/12/09 at 12:25 pm

A friend of mine has a mini dog size Vick jersey for his bulldog. Now on the back it says "Kill Vick".. ;)

I'll put him in a doghouse, no problem. I think we cover him in bacon grease and put him in with some dogs that haven't had dinner yet and then see how it feels.

Gosh, I'm mean today! :o I'm kind of stuck at home because I took Champ in to get her brakes fixed before we drive to Tennessee.

Mmmmmm...bacon Grease (Did Homer ever say that?)

C'mon Mikey, have some Alpo. Mikey east anything.

(raises hand)

Totally! He should get a taste of his own...well...you get the idea.

Live in a...doghouse? Here Mikey boy! Here boy! ;D

He should live the life of a dog.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 06/12/09 at 12:25 pm

A friend of mine has a mini dog size Vick jersey for his bulldog. Now on the back it says "Kill Vick".. ;)

Hmmm..I've seen t-shirts of that nature around.

I'll put him in a doghouse, no problem. I think we cover him in bacon grease and put him in with some dogs that haven't had dinner yet and then see how it feels.

Gosh, I'm mean today! :o I'm kind of stuck at home because I took Champ in to get her brakes fixed before we drive to Tennessee.

I don't like to get mean either...but people who do morally wrong things need to learn that they can't get away with them.

Of course, his whole body could probably fit inside a typical-sized doghouse

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Rice_Cube on 06/13/09 at 12:33 am

http://sports.espn.go.com/nhl/news/story?id=4252478

Canada needs more hockey teams anyway, that's where they actually care about hockey outside of the Midwest and Northeast :P

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 06/13/09 at 7:31 pm

http://sports.espn.go.com/nhl/news/story?id=4252478

Canada needs more hockey teams anyway, that's where they actually care about hockey outside of the Midwest and Northeast :P

In Canada, from now till September ( training camp), it's hard to figure out how to live without the NHL.

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Written By: Rice_Cube on 06/13/09 at 7:37 pm

In Canada, from now till September ( training camp), it's hard to figure out how to live without the NHL.

Roller hockey.

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Written By: nally on 06/14/09 at 12:28 am

Roller hockey.

Might be a possibility.

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Written By: nally on 06/16/09 at 11:47 pm

So Slammy Sosa unknowingly tested positive for a banned substance six years ago, huh? ::)

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Written By: Frank on 06/17/09 at 11:41 am

So Slammy Sosa unknowingly tested positive for a banned substance six years ago, huh? ::)

No surprise there, I think most people suspected already

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Written By: nally on 06/17/09 at 12:48 pm

No surprise there, I think most people suspected already

amazingly enough, he stated in 2004-05 that he had no knowledge of ever being injected with the stuff...and 2003 was the year he was accused of using a corked bat in a game at Wrigley Field.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/09 at 12:22 am

Formula One is thrown into chaos by the Formula One Teams' Association decision to set up a rival championship.

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Written By: Big Nasty on 06/19/09 at 6:04 am

Roller hockey.

You always have the Bluejays, eh?

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Written By: Rice_Cube on 06/19/09 at 10:40 am

You always have the Bluejays, eh?

They play baseball AND roller hockey? Impressive :D

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Written By: Henk on 06/19/09 at 2:43 pm

Dutch tennis player Raemon Sluiter (31) has made it to the final of the Ordina Open in Den Bosch, the Netherlands, earlier tonight.

This is quite sensational, because never before has a player with his ranking (#866) made the (semi) final of an ATP tournament.

Sluiter, who has never won an ATP tournament, entered the tournament with a wild card. He had announced his retirement from professional tennis about a year ago, but decided to give it one more try earlier this year. In the final Sluiter will be facing German Benjamin Becker (not related to Boris Becker).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/09 at 2:50 pm

World number one Rafael Nadal will not defend his Wimbledon men's singles crown because of a knee injury.

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Written By: Henk on 06/19/09 at 2:59 pm

World number one Rafael Nadal will not defend his Wimbledon men's singles crown because of a knee injury.

Good news for Raemon Sluiter. ;D

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/09 at 3:01 pm

Good news for Raemon Sluiter. ;D
Good news for Andy Murray.

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Written By: nally on 06/19/09 at 7:27 pm

Good news for Andy Murray.

I have not been following the Wimbledon matches lately, so I don't know who's all in it.

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Written By: Frank on 06/19/09 at 11:44 pm

I have not been following the Wimbledon matches lately, so I don't know who's all in it.

Wimbledon starts next week, Nadal is out (He's the #1 player in the world and defending champion). He has knee issues.

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Written By: nally on 06/20/09 at 3:00 pm

Wimbledon starts next week, Nadal is out (He's the #1 player in the world and defending champion). He has knee issues.

Poor guy.

I know they'll be on tv; maybe I can watch for updates on ESPN and/or read the sports section in the newspaper.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/09 at 3:04 pm

Poor guy.

I know they'll be on tv; maybe I can watch for updates on ESPN and/or read the sports section in the newspaper.
BBC TV will be saturated by it.

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Written By: Frank on 06/20/09 at 5:43 pm

BBC TV will be saturated by it.

Federer now has an easier road to the finals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/09 at 5:45 pm

Federer now has an easier road to the finals.
...and so does Andy Murray

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Written By: Frank on 06/20/09 at 11:56 pm

...and so does Andy Murray

Everyone's route is easier.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/21/09 at 12:50 am

Everyone's route is easier.
Except the Ladies?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/21/09 at 2:04 am

Men's singles draw for Wimbledon 2009

1st Round

Nadal ESP 1 v Clement Fra
Hewitt Aus v Ginepri US
Ram US v Petzschner Ger
Zverev Ger v Tursunov Rus 25
Stepanek Cze 23 v Falla Col
Starace Ita v Acasuso Arg
Fognini Ita v Istomin Uzb
Kim US v Ferrer ESP 16
Davydenko Rus 12 v Evans GB
Crivoi ROU v Phau Ger
Gil Por v Mathieu Fra
Bogdanovic GB v Berdych Cze 20
Melzer Aut 26 v Odesnik US
Becker Ger v Karanusic Cro
Dimitrov Bul v Kunitsyn Rus
Chardy Fra v Roddick US 6
Murray GB 3 v Kendrick US
Ghedin Ita v Gulbis Lat
Dent US v Gimeno-Traver ESP
Dabul Arg v Troicki Ser 30
Wawrinka Swi 19 v Schwank Arg
Andujar ESP v Vassallo Arguello Arg
Rochus Bel v Cuevas URU
Levine US v Safin Rus 14
Gonzalez Chi 10 v Gabashvili Rus
Hernandez ESP v Mayer Arg
Ferrero ESP v Youzhny Rus
Santoro Fra v Blake US 17
Hanescu ROU 31 v Navarro ESP
Devilder Fra v Lapentti Ecu
Kiefer Ger v Pavel ROU
Reynolds US v Simon Fra 8
Del Potro Arg 5 v Seppi Ita
Mannarino Fra v Gicquel Fra
Capdeville Chi v Spadea US
Korolev Rus v Andreev Rus 29
Haas Ger 24 v Peya Aut
Llodra Fra v Goodall GB
Querrey US v Ljubicic Cro
Martin ESP v Cilic Cro 11
Robredo ESP 15 v Gregorc Slo
Roger-Vasselin Fra v Koubek Aut
Sela Isr v Gonzalez MEX
Malisse Bel v Schuettler Ger 18
Fish US 28 v Roitman Arg
Hernych Cze v Tipsarevic Ser
Greul Ger v Yani US
Benneteau Fra v Djokovic Ser 4
Verdasco ESP 7 v Ward GB
Mahut Fra v Vliegen Bel
Junqueira Arg v Canas Arg
Zemlja Slo v Montanes ESP 32
Karlovic Cro 22 v Lacko Svk
Darcis Bel v Dancevic Can
Bolelli Ita v Koellerer Aut
Golubev KAZ v Tsonga Fra 9
Soderling Swe 13 v Muller LUX
Granollers ESP v Beck Ger
Almagro ESP v Monaco Arg
Baghdatis Cyp v Lopez ESP 21
Kohlschreiber Ger 27 v Serra Fra
Minar Cze v Gonzalez Arg
Garcia-Lopez ESP v Calleri Arg
Lu Tpe v Federer Swi 2

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/21/09 at 2:05 am

Women's singles draw

1st Round for Wimbledon 2009

Safina Rus 1 v Dominguez Lino ESP
Vaidisova Cze v De Los Rios Par
Baltacha GB v Bondarenko Ukr
Flipkens Bel v Szavay Hun 30
Mauresmo Fra 17 v Czink Hun
Srebotnik Slo v Nakamura Jpn
King US v Koryttseva Ukr
Llagostera Vives ESP v Pennetta Ita 15
Wozniacki Den 9 v Date Krumm Jpn
Kvitova Cze v Kirilenko Rus
Brianti Ita v Garbin Ita
Domachowska Pol v Medina Garrigues ESP 20
Chakvetadze Rus 32 v Lisicki Ger
Mayr Aut v Keothavong GB
Parmentier Fra v Amanmuradova Uzb
Morigami Jpn v Kuznetsova Rus 5
Williams US 3 v Voegele Swi
Sevastova Lat v Bondarenko Ukr
Makarova Rus v Zahlavova Strycova Cze
Suarez Navarro ESP v Kanepi Est 25
Stosur Aus 18 v Mattek-Sands US
Dokic Aus v Malek Ger
Errani Ita v Dubois Can
Hradecka Cze v Ivanovic Ser 13
Radwanska Pol 11 v Martinez Sanchez ESP
Glatch US v Peng Chn
Govortsova Blr v Perebiynis Ukr
Voskoboeva KAZ v Li Chn 19
Bammer Aut 29 v Oudin US
Niculescu ROU v Shvedova KAZ
O'Brien GB v Benesova Cze
Goerges Ger v Jankovic Ser 6
Zvonareva Rus 7 v Stoop GB
South GB v Johansson Fra
Craybas US v Pironkova Bul
Paszek Aut v Razzano Fra 26
Wozniak Can 23 v Schiavone Ita
Larcher De Brito Por v Zakopalova Cze
Bacsinszky Swi v Manasieva Rus
Chan Tpe v Bartoli Fra 12
Cibulkova Svk 14 v Coin Fra
Zec Peskiric Slo v Radwanska Pol
Wickmayer Bel v Vesnina Rus
Dushevina Rus v Cornet Fra 22
Kleybanova Rus 27 v Karatantcheva KAZ
Sprem Cro v Kulikova Rus
Rezai Fra v Morita Jpn
Kudryavtseva Rus v Dementieva Rus 4
Azarenka Blr 8 v Bremond Beltrame Fra
Dechy Fra v Olaru ROU
Groenefeld Ger v Mirza Ind
Gallovits ROU v Cirstea ROU 28
Sharapova Rus 24 v Kutuzova Ukr
Dulko Arg v Foretz Fra
Camerin Ita v Peer Isr
Yakimova Blr v Petrova Rus 10
Zheng Chn 16 v Barrois Ger
Hantuchova Svk v Robson GB
Tanasugarn Tha v Parra Santonja ESP
Sugiyama Jpn v Schnyder Swi 21
Pavlyuchenkova Rus 31 v Cetkovska Cze
Vinci Ita v Rybarikova Svk
Safarova Cze v Groth Aus
Silva Por v Williams US 2

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/09 at 2:48 am

Unheralded American Lucas Glover holds off Phil Mickelson and David Duval to win the 109th US Open (Golf)

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Written By: nally on 06/23/09 at 6:02 pm

Unheralded American Lucas Glover holds off Phil Mickelson and David Duval to win the 109th US Open (Golf)

I'd been watching that during the weekend. I know that play had been suspended due to inclement weather and things like that.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/26/09 at 2:19 am

I'd been watching that during the weekend. I know that play had been suspended due to inclement weather and things like that.
I miss watching the US Open, but I plan to be watching the The Open Championship from Turnberry.

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Written By: nally on 06/26/09 at 10:53 am

I miss watching the US Open, but I plan to be watching the The Open Championship from Turnberry.

Might be interesting to see.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/26/09 at 12:18 pm

Might be interesting to see.
It was that course that produced the great tussle between Tom Watson (the winner) and Jack Nicklaus back in 1977. On a dry course...

"Dubbed the ‘Duel in the Sun’, the 1977 Open saw Tom Watson and Jack Nicklaus produce arguably the most dramatic climax in the tournament’s history. With just one shot separating them after 71 epic holes, it was Watson who finally lifted the famous Claret Jug after a stunning approach to the 18th."

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Written By: Frank on 06/27/09 at 1:23 am

It was that course that produced the great tussle between Tom Watson (the winner) and Jack Nicklaus back in 1977. On a dry course...

"Dubbed the ‘Duel in the Sun’, the 1977 Open saw Tom Watson and Jack Nicklaus produce arguably the most dramatic climax in the tournament’s history. With just one shot separating them after 71 epic holes, it was Watson who finally lifted the famous Claret Jug after a stunning approach to the 18th."

I remember that one. Watson won many British Opens, I think 6?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/09 at 2:29 am

I remember that one. Watson won many British Opens, I think 6?
Yes Tom Watson has won is the most, but of the top of my head it is 5 or 6 times.

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Written By: Henk on 06/27/09 at 8:23 am

Valentino Rossi wins the Dutch MotoGP in Assen - his 100th victory.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/28/09 at 5:01 am

Valentino Rossi wins the Dutch MotoGP in Assen - his 100th victory.
Was the Champange drank or sprayed around as per usual?

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Written By: Henk on 06/28/09 at 2:33 pm

Was the Champange drank or sprayed around as per usual?

I suppose it was sprayed, but I didn't see it happen.

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Written By: Frank on 06/29/09 at 12:57 am

I watched the 2nd half of USA/Brazil football. When I turned it on, it was 2-0 for USA, then sanity prevailed and Brazil won 3-2 (should have been 4-2 but the ref blew Kaka's goal)

Brazil was so dominant in the 2nd half.

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Written By: Frank on 07/01/09 at 3:00 pm

Marian Hossa signs with the Chicago Black Hawks.
Guess that means the Hawks lose in the Finals.

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Written By: Frank on 07/04/09 at 3:53 pm

Serena Wins!!!!! :)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/09 at 4:11 pm

Serena Wins!!!!! :)
I knew it would be one of the sisters!

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Written By: Frank on 07/04/09 at 6:02 pm

I knew it would be one of the sisters!

Glad she won.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/09 at 6:03 pm

Glad she won.
Was it the older or the younger sister that won?

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Written By: Frank on 07/04/09 at 6:18 pm

Was it the older or the younger sister that won?

Younger

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/09 at 3:56 am

Younger
Splendid!

Now it is the men's turn today.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/09 at 11:58 am

Henry Kissinger is watching the Men's Final at Wimbledon.

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Written By: nally on 07/05/09 at 12:58 pm

Serena Wins!!!!! :)

Glad she won.

Me too. :) 8)

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Written By: Henk on 07/05/09 at 2:56 pm

Classic Wimbledon final today. One for the history books.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/09 at 3:24 pm

Classic Wimbledon final today. One for the history books.
As good as that Borg v McEnroe Final (can't remember year)?

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Written By: Henk on 07/05/09 at 3:30 pm

As good as that Borg v McEnroe Final (can't remember year)?

I don't know. I'm quite sure I have never seen that final, and I only saw parts of today's final.

I can tell you that it was epic in several aspects: most games ever played in an ATP final, Federer winning his 15th Grand Slam title and really great tennis on both sides. Third time Roddick faced Federer in the final, and third time Federer won. This time, Roddick got closer than ever to actually winning.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/09 at 3:37 pm

I don't know. I'm quite sure I have never seen that final, and I only saw parts of today's final.

I can tell you that it was epic in several aspects: most games ever played in an ATP final, Federer winning his 15th Grand Slam title and really great tennis on both sides. Third time Roddick faced Federer in the final, and third time Federer won. This time, Roddick got closer than ever to actually winning.
...and Pete Sampras was there to watch it happen.

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Written By: Frank on 07/05/09 at 11:13 pm

Classic Wimbledon final today. One for the history books.

Great match, like last year, and like Borg/Mcenroe from '80 or '81
Roddick was leading the tie break 6-2 in the 2nd set, change to go up 2 sets to none, and blew it.
Great game tho. Sampras, Laver, Nastase, Borg, they were all there.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/09 at 2:15 pm

Great match, like last year, and like Borg/Mcenroe from '80 or '81
Roddick was leading the tie break 6-2 in the 2nd set, change to go up 2 sets to none, and blew it.
Great game tho. Sampras, Laver, Nastase, Borg, they were all there.
Tim Henman there?

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Written By: Frank on 07/06/09 at 6:40 pm

Tim Henman there?

Don't know. Should we put this in the "questions" thread? ;).

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Written By: nally on 07/06/09 at 10:44 pm

Don't know. Should we put this in the "questions" thread? ;).

Do you think we should?

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Written By: nally on 07/06/09 at 10:45 pm

Great match, like last year, and like Borg/Mcenroe from '80 or '81
Roddick was leading the tie break 6-2 in the 2nd set, change to go up 2 sets to none, and blew it.
Great game tho. Sampras, Laver, Nastase, Borg, they were all there.

I missed it, but I read all about it in the sports section of the newspaper this morning.

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Written By: Frank on 07/07/09 at 1:28 pm

I missed it, but I read all about it in the sports section of the newspaper this morning.

Great match. Wimbledon is the bect place in the world to watch Tennis. Great games.
I like the US open too but, Wimbledon has no equal. (Just like "The Masters" in golf)

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Written By: nally on 07/07/09 at 1:57 pm

Great match. Wimbledon is the bect place in the world to watch Tennis. Great games.
I like the US open too but, Wimbledon has no equal. (Just like "The Masters" in golf)

yep. it's very popular for tennis too.

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Written By: Frank on 07/07/09 at 4:55 pm

Joe Sakic is retiring.
He was one of my fave NHL players, ever.
Will be missed.

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Written By: Frank on 07/08/09 at 1:15 pm

And in the "What?..he's still playing?" category, Claude Lemieux (NHL) is retiring for a 2nd time.

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Written By: nally on 07/08/09 at 2:29 pm

And in the "What?..he's still playing?" category, Claude Lemieux (NHL) is retiring for a 2nd time.

So he came out of retirement? I must have missed that. :-\\

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Written By: Frank on 07/08/09 at 5:58 pm

So he came out of retirement? I must have missed that. :-\\

He did, just for a part of this season with San Jose.

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Written By: nally on 07/08/09 at 6:34 pm

He did, just for a part of this season with San Jose.

oh. okay then

Shows how little I follow the NHL. :-\\

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Written By: Frank on 07/09/09 at 2:51 pm

oh. okay then

Shows how little I follow the NHL. :-\\

I don't think too many follow the NHL closely on these boards.

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Written By: nally on 07/09/09 at 10:13 pm

I don't think too many follow the NHL closely on these boards.

That's true; I think we might have tried starting a thread on it, but it didn't take off very well. :-\\

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Written By: Frank on 07/10/09 at 12:08 am

That's true; I think we might have tried starting a thread on it, but it didn't take off very well. :-\\

I might be one of the few posting!

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Written By: nally on 07/10/09 at 12:12 am

I might be one of the few posting!

You also have an "ask" thread for NHL hockey!

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Written By: Frank on 07/10/09 at 12:16 am

You also have an "ask" thread for NHL hockey!

I do.
Hockey is my fav sport. You probably guessed that.

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Written By: nally on 07/10/09 at 12:17 am

I do.
Hockey is my fav sport. You probably guessed that.

Right. Is baseball your second fav?

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Written By: Frank on 07/10/09 at 12:22 am

Right. Is baseball your second fav?

That would be correct. Baseball in 2nd.

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Written By: nally on 07/10/09 at 1:42 am

That would be correct. Baseball in 2nd.

Great! O0 I knew you enjoyed MLB.

Baseball is my favorite sport (to at least watch, that is).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/09 at 3:22 pm

Italy's Rinaldo Nocentini grabs the yellow jersey on the first mountain stage of the 2009 Tour de France, while Alberto Contador makes a decisive move.

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Written By: Frank on 07/10/09 at 6:50 pm

Italy's Rinaldo Nocentini grabs the yellow jersey on the first mountain stage of the 2009 Tour de France, while Alberto Contador makes a decisive move.

Will this be another Tour de Lance?

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Written By: anabel on 07/13/09 at 5:57 pm

I don't think too many follow the NHL closely on these boards.

I try, but I'm more serious about baseball, basketball and NASCAR, which isn't a sport ;)...and even this year, NASCAR has taken a back seat (get it?) to the others...I just don't have the time to follow them all at once anymore... :\'(

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Written By: anabel on 07/13/09 at 6:04 pm

And now to interrupt your regularly scheduled serious sport talk.........Tony Romo dumps Jessica Simpson the night before her birthday.....hey, at least he didn't do it ON her birthday!

Why would I celebrate such :\'( news?

Now maybe the Cowboys will have a good season!!!!!!!!!!

I know, Big Nasty, I can hear you all the way from Iraq......you hate the Cowboys!! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

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Written By: nally on 07/13/09 at 7:04 pm

And now to interrupt your regularly scheduled serious sport talk.........Tony Romo dumps Jessica Simpson the night before her birthday.....hey, at least he didn't do it ON her birthday!

Why would I celebrate such :\'( news?

Now maybe the Cowboys will have a good season!!!!!!!!!!

I know, Big Nasty, I can hear you all the way from Iraq......you hate the Cowboys!! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

I don't much care for 'em myself...especially since their training camp facility has been close to where I live...but maybe he didn't need her anyway. ::) I dunno.
I do know, however, that Jess is one day older than me, so if she'd gotten dumped on her bday, it would have been the night before mine.

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Written By: Frank on 07/14/09 at 12:00 am

I don't much care for 'em myself...especially since their training camp facility has been close to where I live...but maybe he didn't need her anyway. ::) I dunno.
I do know, however, that Jess is one day older than me, so if she'd gotten dumped on her bday, it would have been the night before mine.

Now you and Jessica have something in common., same age and she hates the cowboys now. :)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/09 at 1:34 am

Mark Cavendish produces another superb sprint finish to beat Thor Hushovd and clinch his third stage win of this year's Tour de France.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/09 at 1:39 am

Will this be another Tour de Lance?
General classification after Stage 10:

1 Rinaldo Nocentini (Ita) AG2R La Mondiale 39hrs 11mins 04secs

2 Alberto Contador Velasco (Spa) Astana at 0.06

3 Lance Armstrong (USA) Astana at 0.08

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Written By: nally on 07/15/09 at 12:11 pm

Now you and Jessica have something in common., same age and she hates the cowboys now. :)

Yep, she's the closest in age to me amongst celebrities.

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Written By: Frank on 07/15/09 at 6:06 pm

Brett Favre works out with the Vikings today, still hasn't committed to play yet. geez...
When will this end!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Big Nasty on 07/16/09 at 5:59 am

Kobe Bryant has officially placed himself among the all-time elite to play Basketball in the NBA, by winning without Shaq...and without being a ball hog! He is certainly top 10 of all time now.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 07/16/09 at 11:09 am

Brett Favre works out with the Vikings today, still hasn't committed to play yet. geez...
When will this end!

Omg...it's still going on?! :o ::)

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Written By: Frank on 07/16/09 at 12:06 pm

Tom Watson ahead with a 65 during 1st round at the British Open of Golf.
Is this 1977 again?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/09 at 12:41 pm

Tom Watson ahead with a 65 during 1st round at the British Open of Golf.
Is this 1977 again?
How old is Tom Watson now?

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Written By: Frank on 07/16/09 at 6:47 pm

How old is Tom Watson now?

59 years old.

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Written By: Frank on 07/17/09 at 3:05 pm

Tiger Woods misses cut at British open, Tom Watson still leads!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/09 at 3:13 pm

Tiger Woods misses cut at British open.
I was about to post the very same. Was it that he did not like the waether over here?

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Written By: Frank on 07/17/09 at 3:19 pm

I was about to post the very same. Was it that he did not like the waether over here?

He played a few bad holes and his missed the cut by 1 stroke.
In the UK, once you miss the fairway, you are in trouble with high grass, in the USA, the grass is kinder to the players (shorter..and doesn't look like the moors from "the hounds of the Baskervilles) :)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/09 at 3:25 pm

He played a few bad holes and his missed the cut by 1 stroke.
In the UK, once you miss the fairway, you are in trouble with high grass, in the USA, the grass is kinder to the players (shorter..and doesn't look like the moors from "the hounds of the Baskervilles) :)

The Open Championship is always played on links courses, laid out on golf courses by the sea on land created by sand dunes, and are always open to the elements.

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Written By: Frank on 07/17/09 at 3:36 pm

The Open Championship is always played on links courses, laid out on golf courses by the sea on land created by sand dunes, and are always open to the elements.

I am unaware of any courses in the USA like that.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/09 at 3:37 pm

I am unaware of any courses in the USA like that.
I am not aware too, I know that Peeble Beach is laid out by the sea with a sheer cliff face drop.

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Written By: Frank on 07/17/09 at 3:40 pm

I am not aware too, I know that Peeble Beach is laid out by the sea with a sheer cliff face drop.

Is does, but the rough doesn't look anywhere near as difficult as the courses in the UK

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/09 at 3:41 pm

Is does, but the rough doesn't look anywhere near as difficult as the courses in the UK
Maybe there could a market to construct new courses of the nature in the USA?

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Written By: Frank on 07/17/09 at 4:52 pm

Maybe there could a market to construct new courses of the nature in the USA?

Don't know about the average golfer in North America, but they may not want to golf if the rough has grass that's 3 or 4 feet high.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/09 at 12:08 am

Spaniard Oscar Freire and New Zealand's Julian Dean are both hit by pellets from an air gun during Friday's 13th stage of the Tour de France.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/09 at 12:09 am

Spaniard Oscar Freire and New Zealand's Julian Dean are both hit by pellets from an air gun during Friday's 13th stage of the Tour de France.
"¿Qué diablos fue eso?"

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/09 at 12:10 am

Astana rider Levi Leipheimer has been forced to pull out of the Tour de France with a fractured wrist.

The American, who was fourth overall, crashed at the end of Thursday's stage.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/09 at 4:29 am

Oscar-winning Hollywood star Russell Crowe was in the TMS and SkySports commentary boxes during day two of the second Ashes Test at Lord's.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/09 at 12:43 pm

Tom Watson looks to be in good form, when I last saw him.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/09 at 12:44 pm

American Tom Watson and Australian Mathew Goggin lead the 138th Open as day three draws to an end Turnberry.

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Written By: Frank on 07/18/09 at 12:52 pm

It would be a great story if Tom Watson won. (I suppose, same as last year when Greg Norman was leading, but lost)

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Written By: Frank on 07/18/09 at 1:29 pm

Tom Watson has a 1 shot lead after 3 rounds of the British Open. We knew someone with the initials T.W. would be leading , didn't we all? ;)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/09 at 4:07 pm

Tom Watson has a 1 shot lead after 3 rounds of the British Open. We knew someone with the initials T.W. would be leading , didn't we all? ;)
Tom Weiskopf ?

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Written By: nally on 07/18/09 at 4:24 pm

I am not aware too, I know that Peeble Beach is laid out by the sea with a sheer cliff face drop.

I think I've been near there. It's located in central California, near the Monterey Bay.

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Written By: Frank on 07/18/09 at 5:34 pm

Tom Weiskopf ?

Who else?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/09 at 3:40 am

Who else?

Tom Wargo ?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/09 at 12:31 pm

Five-time champion Tom Watson and fellow American Stewart Cink are in a play-off at the 138th Open Championship at Turnberry.

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Written By: ninny on 07/19/09 at 12:35 pm

It would be a great story if Tom Watson won. (I suppose, same as last year when Greg Norman was leading, but lost)

Yes it would..ugh 4 more holes

Five-time champion Tom Watson and fellow American Stewart Cink are in a play-off at the 138th Open Championship at Turnberry.

The nerves need to hold up now.
Poor Mr. Watson 4 shots down, I think age & nerves got the best of him.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/09 at 1:39 pm

Poor Mr. Watson 4 shots down, I think age & nerves got the best of him.
I was about to post the same, the age factor.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/09 at 1:40 pm

Stewart Cink wins his first major by beating 59-year-old Tom Watson in a play-off at the Open at Turnberry.

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Written By: ninny on 07/19/09 at 1:55 pm

Stewart Cink wins his first major by beating 59-year-old Tom Watson in a play-off at the Open at Turnberry.

Congratulations to Mr. Cink. :-\\ Though to be honest I'd rather it was T.W.

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Written By: Big Nasty on 07/19/09 at 5:16 pm

Watching Watson snatch defeat from the Jaws of Victory was soooo disappointing

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Written By: Frank on 07/19/09 at 8:24 pm

Oh Tom, you broke our hearts. Would have been GLORIOUS is you won.
Thanks for the memory of a great 4 days.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/20/09 at 2:40 am

Tom Watson is due to play in The Senior Open Championship at Sunningdale Golf Club on Thursday.

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Written By: ninny on 07/20/09 at 8:53 am

Tom Watson is due to play in The Senior Open Championship at Sunningdale Golf Club on Thursday.

Lets hope he has better luck there.

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Written By: ninny on 07/20/09 at 8:56 am

Congratulations to Abby Wambach for scoring her 100th goal in international play. Abby Wambach scored her 100th international goal yesterday in the United States' 1-0 win over Canada in her hometown. It was Wambach's second international game since she broke her leg last July in the final pre-Olympic match. The United States is 39-3-4 all-time against Canada and outshot the visiting team 21-3. Canada's captain, Christine Sinclair of Burnaby, B.C., who has scored 99 times in 131 international starts, came closest to getting a goal when her header went wide off a corner kick in the 44th minute
http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg101/megz_1991/Abby.jpg

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/20/09 at 11:22 am

Lets hope he has better luck there.
It will be on tv here, and I plan to watch some.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/20/09 at 11:48 am

Lets hope he has better luck there.
Sunningdale is just outside London, just beyond Windsor, If I could I would go.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/20/09 at 11:52 am

David Beckham reacted angrily to a hostile reception from LA Galaxy fans during his first home game since a spell with Milan.

What happened?

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Written By: ninny on 07/20/09 at 12:14 pm

David Beckham reacted angrily to a hostile reception from LA Galaxy fans during his first home game since a spell with Milan.

What happened?

I found this article about it.

Los Angeles Galaxy midfielder David Beckham has given his interpretation of a confrontation with a fan during last night's game with Milan.

The Galaxy drew 2-2 against Milan, the club Beckham joined on a six-month loan deal much to the anger of some fans and MLS enthusiasts.

The England international had already been jeered in his return to first-team action against New York Red Bull last Thursday.

Last night's friendly marked Beckham's LA homecoming, but he faced yet more boos and distaste from Galaxy fans.

The incident in question saw Beckham approach a section of the crowd at half-time of the game, at which point one of the spectators jumped down to angrily confront him.

Security kept the two apart, but the former Manchester United and Real Madrid star insists there was no malice intended in his actions.

"I just wanted to shake one of their hands and tell them to calm down," he told Sky Sports News.

"Some of the things they're saying are very disrespectful. However they feel about me being here, certain things you don't deserve to have said to you."

Beckham has again been linked with several possible loan moves, with Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur and a return to Milan all speculated by the press.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/20/09 at 12:16 pm

I found this article about it.

Los Angeles Galaxy midfielder David Beckham has given his interpretation of a confrontation with a fan during last night's game with Milan.

The Galaxy drew 2-2 against Milan, the club Beckham joined on a six-month loan deal much to the anger of some fans and MLS enthusiasts.

The England international had already been jeered in his return to first-team action against New York Red Bull last Thursday.

Last night's friendly marked Beckham's LA homecoming, but he faced yet more boos and distaste from Galaxy fans.

The incident in question saw Beckham approach a section of the crowd at half-time of the game, at which point one of the spectators jumped down to angrily confront him.

Security kept the two apart, but the former Manchester United and Real Madrid star insists there was no malice intended in his actions.

"I just wanted to shake one of their hands and tell them to calm down," he told Sky Sports News.

"Some of the things they're saying are very disrespectful. However they feel about me being here, certain things you don't deserve to have said to you."

Beckham has again been linked with several possible loan moves, with Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur and a return to Milan all speculated by the press.
Thanks, is that hislikes is no longer welcome there?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/20/09 at 12:16 pm

I found this article about it.

Los Angeles Galaxy midfielder David Beckham has given his interpretation of a confrontation with a fan during last night's game with Milan.

The Galaxy drew 2-2 against Milan, the club Beckham joined on a six-month loan deal much to the anger of some fans and MLS enthusiasts.

The England international had already been jeered in his return to first-team action against New York Red Bull last Thursday.

Last night's friendly marked Beckham's LA homecoming, but he faced yet more boos and distaste from Galaxy fans.

The incident in question saw Beckham approach a section of the crowd at half-time of the game, at which point one of the spectators jumped down to angrily confront him.

Security kept the two apart, but the former Manchester United and Real Madrid star insists there was no malice intended in his actions.

"I just wanted to shake one of their hands and tell them to calm down," he told Sky Sports News.

"Some of the things they're saying are very disrespectful. However they feel about me being here, certain things you don't deserve to have said to you."

Beckham has again been linked with several possible loan moves, with Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur and a return to Milan all speculated by the press.
I would not mind his move to Tottenham Hotspur

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/20/09 at 12:29 pm

Cristiano Ronaldo could make his debut for Real Madrid against Irish minnows Shamrock Rovers as part of the Spanish side's pre-season training at the Tallaght Stadium in Dublin tonight.

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Written By: nally on 07/20/09 at 1:25 pm

Thanks, is that hislikes is no longer welcome there?

I hope not.... that would not be good

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/20/09 at 1:26 pm

I hope not.... that would not be good
His is there for his footie skills.

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Written By: nally on 07/20/09 at 1:28 pm

His is there for his footie skills.

Exactly.

I hope he stays.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/20/09 at 3:32 pm

Exactly.

I hope he stays.
Tottenham Hotspur could do with him.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/20/09 at 3:33 pm

Bradley Wiggins moves to dampen expectations after two-time runner-up Cadel Evans says the Briton is capable of winning this year's Tour de France.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/20/09 at 4:11 pm

Andy Roddick pulls out of the Indianapolis Championships as he continues his recovery from a hip injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/20/09 at 4:50 pm

Tottenham are preparing a move for Inter Milan midfielder Patrick Vieira.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/20/09 at 5:01 pm

Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane believes Cristiano Ronaldo was "cheap" at £80m.

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Written By: Frank on 07/20/09 at 6:25 pm

Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane believes Cristiano Ronaldo was "cheap" at £80m.

I don't think he's the only on who thinks that.

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Written By: Big Nasty on 07/20/09 at 7:50 pm

I can't understand why Brock Lesner is getting so much HEAT for his actions after his last fight. I liked his reference to drinking a beer...that will pay him, and climbing on top of his wife Sable...I saw her Playboy spreads...nuff said

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/09 at 12:56 am

I can't understand why Brock Lesner is getting so much HEAT for his actions after his last fight. I liked his reference to drinking a beer...that will pay him, and climbing on top of his wife Sable...I saw her Playboy spreads...nuff said
Does beer and sport mix well?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/09 at 1:03 am

England captain Andrew Strauss praises Andrew Flintoff's contribution to England's historic win at Lord's and claims he was always confident, despite Australia's fourth day fightback.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/09 at 6:33 am

Former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson is in talks with Notts County about becoming director of football, BBC Radio Nottingham understands.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/09 at 6:33 am

Portsmouth confirm a deal has been reached in principle over the sale of the club to a group headed by United Arab Emirates businessman Sulaiman Al Fahim.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/09 at 6:34 am

Sir Alex Ferguson believes Manchester City will pose little threat to Manchester United's Premier League crown this season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/09 at 6:35 am

Harlequins are hit by a massive £215,000 fine for fabricating an injury to their winger Tom Williams in last season's Heineken Cup quarter-final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/09 at 10:02 am

Real Madrid's record £80m signing Cristiano Ronaldo was constantly booed by some fans on his debut as the Spanish side beat Shamrock Rovers 1-0.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/09 at 10:04 am

Midfielder Jason Euell becomes Blackpool's second signing of the summer after joining on a free transfer.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/09 at 10:05 am

Arsenal midfielder Samir Nasri faces up to three months out after fracturing his right fibula in pre-season training.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/09 at 10:05 am

Sir Alex Ferguson says Liverpool and Chelsea - not Manchester City - will be Manchester United's main competitors for the Premier League title this season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/09 at 12:35 pm

Maurice Garin nicknamed "Le petit ramoneur the first winner of the Tour De France was stripped of his victory in the second Tour in 1904 because, amongst myriad stories of cheating, he and 8 others were believed to have, ridden in or been pulled by cars, and used the railways.

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Written By: nally on 07/21/09 at 1:29 pm

Harlequins are hit by a massive £215,000 fine for fabricating an injury to their winger Tom Williams in last season's Heineken Cup quarter-final.

Real Madrid's record £80m signing Cristiano Ronaldo was constantly booed by some fans on his debut as the Spanish side beat Shamrock Rovers 1-0.

Midfielder Jason Euell becomes Blackpool's second signing of the summer after joining on a free transfer.

Arsenal midfielder Samir Nasri faces up to three months out after fracturing his right fibula in pre-season training.

Wow...that's a lot of events going on over there in the world of sports. :o :o

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/09 at 1:31 pm

Wow...that's a lot of events going on over there in the world of sports. :o :o
Doing my best to keep ahead of the sporting news.

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Written By: nally on 07/21/09 at 1:33 pm

Doing my best to keep ahead of the sporting news.

I've mainly been following the baseball news in the U.S., since that's mainly what's been going on...but there is all kinds of sports news all around the world.

In NFL news, Michael Vick's home confinement has ended, nearly two full years after he was convicted of dogfighting charges. Personally I don't think he should be allowed to play again, for committing such a horrible act.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/09 at 1:36 pm

I've mainly been following the baseball news in the U.S., since that's mainly what's been going on...but there is all kinds of sports news all around the world.
The Open Championship and the 2nd Test (Cricket) has finished, but there is already the Tour De France.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/09 at 1:37 pm

Spain's Alberto Contador retains the yellow jersey after the 16th stage of the Tour de France.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/09 at 1:38 pm

Liverpool footballer Steven Gerrard "totally lost it" and hit a man "with the style and speed of a boxer" during a row over music, a court has heard.

Marcus McGee, 34, was assaulted by the England midfielder when he refused to hand over control of a CD player at the Lounge Inn, Southport, it was alleged.

Mr Gerrard, 29, took offence when his request was ignored by the businessman, Liverpool Crown Court was told.

The footballer, who denies affray, told police he hit out in self-defence.

The midfielder, from Formby, had been celebrating Liverpool's 5-1 Premier League win over Newcastle United at the Lounge Inn in the early hours of 29 December 2008.

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Written By: nally on 07/21/09 at 1:39 pm

The Open Championship and the 2nd Test (Cricket) has finished, but there is already the Tour De France.

Yes, I have heard about the TDF.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/09 at 1:40 pm

Yes, I have heard about the TDF.
I was watching some this afternoon, before I fell asleep.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/09 at 3:38 pm

England will assess medical reports before deciding whether to select Kevin Pietersen for the third Ashes Test at Edgbaston.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/09 at 4:04 pm

British teenager Tom Daley produced a stunning final dive to win a shock gold at his first World Championships.

The 15-year-old was lying third in the 10m platform final heading into the sixth round, but scored 100.30 with his final effort as his rivals faltered.

Pre-event favourite Qiu Bo was second, with Olympic gold medallist Matt Mitcham back in fourth.

Daley, seventh in the 2008 Olympic final, becomes Britain's first individual diving world champion.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/09 at 4:28 pm

Last Saturday, Amir Khan beat Andreas Kotelnik to become the WBA light-welterweight champion

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Written By: Frank on 07/21/09 at 5:35 pm

I read Tom Watson moved up about 1200 spots in the World golf rankings due to his strong outing at the British Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/09 at 2:31 am

I read Tom Watson moved up about 1200 spots in the World golf rankings due to his strong outing at the British Open.
...and his bank account is a lot healthier now.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/09 at 2:38 am

What do you make of John Daly's Trous at the OPen championship?

http://mattwisdom.files.wordpress.com/2009/04/daly1.jpg

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/09 at 6:49 am

Tom Daley hopes his World Championship gold medal triumph will help propel him to the 2012 Olympic title in London.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/09 at 6:50 am

England batsman Kevin Pietersen will have a scan on his Achilles injury later this week to see if he is fit for the third Ashes Test at Edgbaston.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/09 at 8:35 am

England batsman Kevin Pietersen will have a scan on his Achilles injury later this week to see if he is fit for the third Ashes Test at Edgbaston.
England batsman Kevin Pietersen is ruled out of the rest of the Ashes series against Australia with an Achilles injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/09 at 8:35 am

Sven-Goran Eriksson insists he can take Notts County from League Two to the Premier League after signing a five-year deal as director of football.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/09 at 8:35 am

Chelsea striker Didier Drogba is poised to sign a new three-year deal but Andriy Shevchenko looks set to leave Stamford Bridge.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/09 at 8:37 am

League Two side Crewe Alexandra sign Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper David Button on a six-month loan deal.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/09 at 10:14 am

Keri-Anne Payne won the women's 10km open water race in a sprint finish to give Great Britain their second gold of the 2009 Fina World Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/09 at 10:15 am

Four professional footballers have been banned from playing for up to a year and fined for breaching betting rules.

The Football Association investigation centred on Accrington Stanley's League Two game against Bury in May 2008.

Chester's Jay Harris, who was then at Accrington, has been banned for a year and fined £5,000 over that FA charge.

His then team-mates Robert Williams and David Mannix have been banned for eight months and 10 months and ex-Bury player Andrew Mangan banned for five months.

The case against another Accrington player, Peter Cavanagh, will be heard at a later date.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/09 at 10:27 am

TOUR DE FRANCE: Frank Schleck wins stage 17; Alberto Contador second; Bradley Wiggins loses ground

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/09 at 10:42 am

TOUR DE FRANCE 2009 AFTER STAGE 17:

Yellow jersey : Alberto Contador (Spa/Astana)
Green jersey: Thor Hushovd (Nor/Cervelo)
Polka dot jersey: Franco Pellizotti (Ita/Liquigas)
White jersey: Andy Schleck (Lux/Saxo Bank)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/09 at 10:43 am

TOUR DE FRANCE 2009 GENERAL CLASSIFICATION AFTER STAGE 17:

1. Alberto Contador (Spa/Astana) 72 hrs 27 mins 09 seconds
2. Andy Schleck (Lux/Saxo Bank) + 2 mins 26 secs
3. Frank Schleck (Lux/Saxo Bank) + 3 mins 25 secs
4. Lance Armstrong (USA/Astana) + 3 min 55 secs
5. Andreas Kloden (Ger/Astana) + 4 mins 44secs

6. Bradley Wiggins(GB/Garmin) + 4 min 53 secs

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/09 at 12:57 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE 2009

Giro d'Italia runner-up Danilo Di Luca has been provisionally suspended after testing positive for the banned blood booster Cera.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/09 at 1:14 pm

Rory McIlroy will make his debut for Ireland at the World Cup in China in November, with fellow Northern Ireland player Graeme McDowell as his partner.

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Written By: nally on 07/22/09 at 1:16 pm

What do you make of John Daly's Trous at the OPen championship?

http://mattwisdom.files.wordpress.com/2009/04/daly1.jpg

Looks like he went back in time 30-some-odd years :D

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/09 at 1:21 pm

Looks like he went back in time 30-some-odd years :D
He had more outrageous trousers on for the Open Championship

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Written By: nally on 07/22/09 at 1:24 pm

He had more outrageous trousers on for the Open Championship

I think Tiger Woods did once. I saw a clip of him wearing a weird looking garment on an installment of Most Outrageous TV Moments.

No, wait...it was someone else on the golf course. Tiger Woods was there, and he made a comment about it.

Actually, I don't know if it was Woods or that other guy.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/09 at 1:29 pm

I think Tiger Woods did once. I saw a clip of him wearing a weird looking garment on an installment of Most Outrageous TV Moments.

No, wait...it was someone else on the golf course. Tiger Woods was there, and he made a comment about it.

Actually, I don't know if it was Woods or that other guy.
Plus Fours as the trousers?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/09 at 1:30 pm

More of John Daly...

http://dascoop.files.wordpress.com/2009/05/john-daly-italian_299x481.jpg

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Written By: nally on 07/22/09 at 1:30 pm

Plus Fours as the trousers?

I don't quite remember. Too bad I can't play it back on my TV, since the built-in VCR is not working :-[

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/09 at 1:31 pm

More of John Daly in the Italian Open last May...

http://www4.pictures.gi.zimbio.com/BMW+Italian+Open+Round+One+4b29XjUq8SJl.jpg

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Written By: nally on 07/22/09 at 1:31 pm

More of John Daly...

http://dascoop.files.wordpress.com/2009/05/john-daly-italian_299x481.jpg

Are you sure this photo was taken in 2009 and not 1967? ;D

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Written By: nally on 07/22/09 at 1:33 pm

More of John Daly in the Italian Open last May...

http://www4.pictures.gi.zimbio.com/BMW+Italian+Open+Round+One+4b29XjUq8SJl.jpg

LOL... never go on the golf course wearing your heirloom patchwork quilt...unless you're into that sort of thing :D

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/09 at 1:33 pm

I think Tiger Woods did once. I saw a clip of him wearing a weird looking garment on an installment of Most Outrageous TV Moments.

I know that Tiger Woods always wears the same sweater/jumper for the final round, Seve Ballesteros used to as well.

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Written By: nally on 07/22/09 at 1:34 pm

I know that Tiger Woods always wears the same sweater/jumper for the final round, Seve Ballesteros used to as well.

Maybe that was Ballestros who was wearing it. I will have to play it on my parents' VCR to see it again.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/09 at 1:36 pm

Maybe that was Ballestros who was wearing it. I will have to play it on my parents' VCR to see it again.
How far back do you think was it?

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Written By: nally on 07/22/09 at 1:38 pm

How far back do you think was it?

I taped it in 2005, I can remember that.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/09 at 1:39 pm

I taped it in 2005, I can remember that.
Was it one of the Majors?

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Written By: nally on 07/22/09 at 1:41 pm

Was it one of the Majors?

I don't know which one; all I can tell you is that it was a clip.

And I think I can remember Tiger saying: "One ball; no, make that two balls out." Something like that.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/09 at 1:42 pm

I don't know which one; all I can tell you is that it was a clip.

And I think I can remember Tiger saying: "One ball; no, make that two balls out." Something like that.
Rings no bells with me, it looks like it will to wait for when the new VCR arrives.

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Written By: nally on 07/22/09 at 1:45 pm

Rings no bells with me, it looks like it will to wait for when the new VCR arrives.

Or if I can get my unit fixed.

Like I said in another thread, I did email tech support last year, but I trashed the reply by accident. I meant to click on the message, but I clicked the "delete" button instead, and the message is gone for good. :(

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/09 at 1:48 pm

Or if I can get my unit fixed.

Like I said in another thread, I did email tech support last year, but I trashed the reply by accident. I meant to click on the message, but I clicked the "delete" button instead, and the message is gone for good. :(
I have highlights of several Open Championships for the 80's on VHS.

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Written By: nally on 07/22/09 at 1:52 pm

I have highlights of several Open Championships for the 80's on VHS.

That's good. I taped part of a golf championship in November 2004; I had to watch it and write a report on it for my golf class.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/09 at 1:53 pm

That's good. I taped part of a golf championship in November 2004; I had to watch it and write a report on it for my golf class.
My recording was just for pleasure.

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Written By: nally on 07/22/09 at 2:05 pm

My recording was just for pleasure.

okay :)

When I recorded the most outrageous tv moments, that was for pleasure. I like to watch flubs/gaffes on TV; they make me laugh.

Among those that are sports-related, I can remember a few baseball ones; one notable from the 1990s is when a Cleveland Indians player hit a fly ball that bounced off of Jose Canseco's head for a home run.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/09 at 2:22 pm

okay :)

When I recorded the most outrageous tv moments, that was for pleasure. I like to watch flubs/gaffes on TV; they make me laugh.

Among those that are sports-related, I can remember a few baseball ones; one notable from the 1990s is when a Cleveland Indians player hit a fly ball that bounced off of Jose Canseco's head for a home run.
Could that clip be on YouTube?

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Written By: nally on 07/22/09 at 2:23 pm

Could that clip be on YouTube?

Which one? The one with Jose Canseco? It might be...but I don't think there's too much MLB stuff on Youtube.

I could try searching with the keywords sports bloopers.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/09 at 2:27 pm

Which one? The one with Jose Canseco? It might be...but I don't think there's too much MLB stuff on Youtube.

I could try searching with the keywords sports bloopers.
The Tiger Woods clip.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/09 at 2:22 am

Britain's Campbell Walsh won gold in the kayak single at the slalom World Cup event in Bratislava.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/09 at 4:54 am

Tottenham have signed defenders Kyle Naughton and Kyle Walker from Championship side Sheffield United.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/09 at 4:55 am

Chelsea midfielder John Mikel Obi has signed a new five-year contract with the Stamford Bridge club.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/09 at 4:55 am

Britain's former world cruiserweight champion David Haye will take on Russia's WBA heavyweight champion Nikolai Valuev on 7 November.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/09 at 5:07 am

Spectators at County Week in Eastbourne were treated to a surprise display by Andy Murray as he represented the North of Scotland against Hertfordshire.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/09 at 7:21 am

A row over swimsuit technology threatens to overshadow the Fina World Championships in Rome.

The latest hi-tech suit, which is said to enhance buoyancy and reduce drag, has split opinion, with some swimmers claiming it offers an unfair advantage.

Governing body Fina has approved a number of suits it initially rejected.

"Having experienced first hand some of these suits, I have no doubt they are performance enhancing," Australian star Libby Trickett told BBC Sport.

Double Olympic champion Rebecca Adlington refuses to wear one of the new, faster suits but many of her rivals, including fellow Briton Jo Jackson, will.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/09 at 7:22 am

Britain's Bradley Wiggins looks to move back into the podium places in stage 18, a 40.5km time trial around Lake Annecy.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/09 at 7:24 am

Team boss Christian Horner believes Red Bull have the best drivers in Formula 1 - and says both men are being given an equal chance of success.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/09 at 7:27 am

Brawn GP insist they can banish the "frustration" of the past two grands prix in Hungary this weekend.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/09 at 8:03 am

Mark Webber signs contract to stay at Red Bull for the 2010 season

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/09 at 8:15 am

New Zealand fly-half Dan Carter will make his comeback from a ruptured Achilles tendon on Saturday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/09 at 8:17 am

The snooker UK Championship returns to Telford International Centre for the third year running.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/09 at 8:25 am

Sir Michael Stoute has three strong entries in Saturday's King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes at Ascot.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/09 at 11:17 am

Bradley Wiggins gave himself a good chance of a podium finish at the Tour de France after making ground on his rivals in Thursday's time trial.

The British Garmin rider moved from sixth to fourth spot overall, just 11 seconds behind Lance Armstrong who moved up one place into third.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/09 at 11:33 am

Ticketmaster with the vendors of the tickets for the 2012 London Olympics.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/09 at 11:33 am

Ticketmaster with the vendors of the tickets for the 2012 London Olympics.
btw, the tickets are NOT on sell yet.

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Written By: Frank on 07/23/09 at 12:09 pm

Seems like it won't be "Tour de Lance" this year

Ticketmaster with the vendors of the tickets for the 2012 London Olympics.

Only 204 days till the Vancouver Winter Olympics.

..athletes village sill not completed yet :o

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/09 at 12:11 pm

Seems like it won't be "Tour de Lance" this year

It will be someone else's year.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/09 at 12:11 pm

Only 204 days till the Vancouver Winter Olympics.

..athletes village sill not completed yet :o
The stadium is progressing well for the 2012 in London.

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Written By: Frank on 07/23/09 at 12:13 pm

Maybe I will start a thread re: 2010 Winter Olympics, in the sports section, early in 2010.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/09 at 12:20 pm

Maybe I will start a thread re: 2010 Winter Olympics, in the sports section, early in 2010.

Should Canada do well in the Winter Olympics?

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Written By: nally on 07/23/09 at 12:21 pm

The Tiger Woods clip.

Nope, haven't had time to search for that clip yet.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/09 at 12:23 pm

Nope, haven't had time to search for that clip yet.
I was going to try, but never got round to it.

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Written By: nally on 07/23/09 at 12:24 pm

Maybe I will start a thread re: 2010 Winter Olympics, in the sports section, early in 2010.

Good idea. One of us ought to do it.

I remember contributing greatly to last year's Summer Olympics thread, which began on 08-08-08!

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Written By: Frank on 07/23/09 at 12:25 pm

Should Canada do well in the Winter Olympics?

We hope we will. If we don't win the Hockey Gold medal, millions in this country will be sad/shocked.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/09 at 12:26 pm

We hope we will. If we don't win the Hockey Gold medal, millions in this country will be sad/shocked.

Ice Hockey being your national sport?

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Written By: Frank on 07/23/09 at 12:32 pm

Ice Hockey being your national sport?

Hockey is by far the most popular sport in Canada. Almost as fanatical as British or Italian football fans

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/09 at 1:24 pm

Hockey is by far the most popular sport in Canada. Almost as fanatical as British or Italian football fans
Yes, football is very popular here.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/09 at 1:27 pm

Harry Redknapp says his Tottenham team face starting the season without any recognised central defenders, and confirms his interest in strikers Peter Crouch and Klaas-Jan Huntelaar.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/09 at 1:33 pm

Tottenham defensive trio Jonathan Woodgate, Michael Dawson and Ledley King are all doubtful for the Premier League opener against Liverpool.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/09 at 2:05 pm

Lance Armstrong will quit Astana and race for Team RadioShack in 2010 Tour de France.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/09 at 2:07 pm

Seems like it won't be "Tour de Lance" this year

It will be someone else's year.

Lance Armstrong will quit Astana and race for Team RadioShack in 2010 Tour de France.
Can next year be Lance Armstrong's year?

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Written By: Big Nasty on 07/23/09 at 2:09 pm

Lebron James get dunked on? This bogus video has resurfaced. A young player from Texas A&M does in fact get a nice little dunk in the video. However, 1. you can't tell if it is even Lebron James in the video...2. If it is Lebron it's not like he is under the guy dunking or even playing man to man defense on him...3. Lebron? is helping a beaten player on defense...I am not the biggest Lebron James fan but let's not look for ways to tarnish his game with bogus video that may or may not even be him!!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/09 at 4:17 pm

England midfielder Steven Gerrard has told Liverpool Crown Court he is "sorry" about a fight in which he punched a man in a Merseyside bar.

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Written By: Frank on 07/23/09 at 6:08 pm

Can next year be Lance Armstrong's year?

Could be. There's always next year!

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Written By: ninny on 07/23/09 at 6:13 pm

Tom Watson -3 (67) at Senior British Open.Fred Funk leader at -6 (64)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 1:21 am

Tom Watson -3 (67) at Senior British Open.Fred Funk leader at -6 (64)
Thanks I was about to post this myself, but I will extend the leaderboard.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 1:28 am

Senior Open Championship 2009, played at Sunningdale

Leaderbaord (top ten) after the first round:

1 -- FUNK, Fred -- -6
T2 -- HAAS, Jay -- -4
T2 -- ROBERTS, Loren -- -4
T2 -- SMYTH, Des -4
T2 -- WILLIAMS, Christopher -4
T6 -- BRUNER, Jerry -3
T6 -- KITE, Tom -3
T6 -- NORMAN, Greg -3
T6 -- TORRANCE, Sam -3
T6 -- WATSON, Tom -3

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 3:06 am

Brawn's Jenson Button looks to recover from two disappointing races as the Hungary Grand Prix weekend begins with practice.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 3:07 am

Supporters groups Spirit of Shankly and ShareLiverpoolFC have unveiled a new, joint proposal to buy Liverpool.

The supporters' organisations are unhappy with the financial structure of the club following the takeover by Americans George Gillett and Tom Hicks.

The key change to the original "member-share" proposal is a reduction of the share price from £5,000 to £500.

Gillett and Hicks were expected to complete a refinancing of the club's £350m debt on Thursday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 3:07 am

David Beckham insists he is staying with the LA Galaxy despite a hostile response from some fans to his return.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 3:46 am

Motherwell 8-1 Flamurtari (8-2)

Jamie Murphy grabbed a hat-trick as Motherwell hammered Albanian side Flamurtari Vlore to ease into the third qualifying round of the Europa League.

Murphy fired home after 13 minutes and Paul Slane set him up for the second before firing in the third himself.

Ross Forbes scored a penalty, Murphy fired in the fifth and Shaun Hutchinson headed in, all before the break, before Forbes fired his second from distance.

Odise Roshi drove home for Flamurtari before Robert McHugh restored the gap.

It ensured that Motherwell will face Steaua Bucharest in the next round in a week's time after the Romanians beat Hungarians Ujpest after two 2-1 wins.

New signings Steve Jennings and Chris Humphrey had been handed their Well debuts in midfield at Excelsior Stadium.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 3:56 am

New Zealand Cricket has persuaded its six Indian Premier League players to agree contracts with the board and forgo "significant sums of money".

The move avoids a possible rift caused by a scheduling clash with Australia's tour to its Oceania neighbour in March.

Daniel Vettori, Brendon McCullum, Kyle Mills, Jacob Oram, Jesse Ryder and Ross Taylor had all been granted extra time to confirm their deals.

NZC chief executive Justin Vaughan said: "This is an admirable decision."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 3:57 am

World number one Roger Federer's wife Mirka gives birth to twin girls

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 3:59 am

FORMULA 1: Practice begins for Sunday's Hungary Grand Prix at the Hungaroring

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 4:42 am

FOOTBALL: Gary Neville flies home from Manchester United's Far East tour because of a groin strain

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 8:00 am

FOOTBALL: Steven Gerrard found not guilty of affray by a jury at Liverpool Crown Court

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 8:01 am

McLaren look to continue their encouraging form in second practice at the Hungaroring after Heikki Kovalainen and Lewis Hamilton go first and third quickest in the first session.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 8:28 am

Former 100m world record holder Asafa Powell says British sprinters are not challenging because they are lazy.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 8:28 am

Former 100m world record holder Asafa Powell says British sprinters are not challenging because they are lazy.
We're not lazy, it is just we have nowhere to train!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 8:42 am

Wales' former European junior 400m champion Tim Benjamin has quit athletics after struggling with injuries for the past few years.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 8:48 am

Britain's double Olympic champion Rebecca Adlington has played down her gold medal hopes ahead of the World Swimming Championships in Rome.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 8:53 am

The future success of Britain's most talented crop of table tennis players in years is put in doubt by UK Sport's decision to cut funding.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 9:12 am

Alistair Brownlee wins the Kitzbuhel triathlon to move top of the World Championship Series rankings.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 9:15 am

Weightlifter Michaela Breeze says she has been left "high and dry" by UK Sport after her funding was cut.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 9:27 am

Thieves in Australia are believed to have made off with a valuable supply of rocks for the sport of curling thinking it was alcohol.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 9:30 am

Recently retired American football star Steve "Air" McNair is found dead with multiple gunshot wounds in Nashville. along with a dead woman.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 11:08 am

Lewis Hamilton clocked the quickest lap of the day during the second practice session for the Hungarian Grand Prix.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 11:13 am

Livingston have been placed in financial administration for the second time in their 14-year history.

The First Division club owe West Lothian Council £330,000 in rent arrears, buildings insurance and rates.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 11:45 am

Mark Cavendish wins his fifth stage of the 2009 Tour de France to claim a record ninth stage win overall for a British rider.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 11:46 am

http://newsimg.bbc.co.uk/media/images/46109000/jpg/_46109736_cow_ap766.jpg

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 12:14 pm

Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez is delighted that captain Steven Gerrard can return to his team after being cleared of affray.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 12:15 pm

British pair Tom Daley and Max Brick have qualified for Saturday's men's final of the synchronised diving at the World Championships in Rome.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 12:24 pm

RUGBY UNION: Leicester sign centre Anthony Allen from Gloucester

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Written By: nally on 07/24/09 at 12:39 pm

Senior Open Championship 2009, played at Sunningdale

Leaderbaord (top ten) after the first round:

1 -- FUNK, Fred -- -6
T2 -- HAAS, Jay -- -4
T2 -- ROBERTS, Loren -- -4
T2 -- SMYTH, Des -4
T2 -- WILLIAMS, Christopher -4
T6 -- BRUNER, Jerry -3
T6 -- KITE, Tom -3
T6 -- NORMAN, Greg -3
T6 -- TORRANCE, Sam -3
T6 -- WATSON, Tom -3

The only name I recognize from that list is Greg Norman.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 12:46 pm

The only name I recognize from that list is Greg Norman.
You recognised Tom Watson tie-ing for 6th place.

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Written By: nally on 07/24/09 at 12:46 pm

You recognised Tom Watson tie-ing for 6th place.

Oh yes...him, too. I almost forgot.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 12:47 pm

FOOTBALL

Friday, 24 July 2009 Fixtures

League of Ireland Premier Division
Bray v Galway Utd, 19:45
Dundalk v Drogheda Utd, 19:45

Friendly Match
Ajax v Atletico Madrid, 20:15
Aldershot v Fulham XI, 19:45
Bristol Rovers v Crystal Palace, 19:45
Celtic v Al Ahly, 17:15
Crawley Town v Brighton, 19:45
Deportiva Quito v Al-Ittihad, 19:30
Eastbourne Borough v Wycombe, 19:30
FC Seoul v Man Utd, 12:00
Glenavon v St Johnstone, 19:30
Kidderminster v West Brom, 19:30
Lincoln Utd v Lincoln City, 19:30
Lochee Utd v Hearts, 19:00
Matlock v Chesterfield, 19:45
Oxford Utd v QPR, 19:45
Sevilla v Juventus, 21:30
Sunderland v Benfica, 18:00
Thurrock v West Ham, 19:45
Tottenham v Barcelona, 20:00
Tranmere v Liverpool, 19:45
York v Hartlepool, 19:30

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 12:47 pm

FOOTBALL

Friday, 24 July 2009 Fixtures

League of Ireland Premier Division
Bray v Galway Utd, 19:45
Dundalk v Drogheda Utd, 19:45

Friendly Match
Ajax v Atletico Madrid, 20:15
Aldershot v Fulham XI, 19:45
Bristol Rovers v Crystal Palace, 19:45
Celtic v Al Ahly, 17:15
Crawley Town v Brighton, 19:45
Deportiva Quito v Al-Ittihad, 19:30
Eastbourne Borough v Wycombe, 19:30
FC Seoul v Man Utd, 12:00
Glenavon v St Johnstone, 19:30
Kidderminster v West Brom, 19:30
Lincoln Utd v Lincoln City, 19:30
Lochee Utd v Hearts, 19:00
Matlock v Chesterfield, 19:45
Oxford Utd v QPR, 19:45
Sevilla v Juventus, 21:30
Sunderland v Benfica, 18:00
Thurrock v West Ham, 19:45
Tottenham v Barcelona, 20:00
Tranmere v Liverpool, 19:45
York v Hartlepool, 19:30
The Celtic and Tottenham matches are to be played at Wembley Stadium

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 12:48 pm

Oh yes...him, too. I almost forgot.
He's 59 years old you know.

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Written By: nally on 07/24/09 at 12:49 pm

He's 59 years old you know.

Right!!

A year older than my mom, who will be 58 this November.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 12:50 pm

Right!!

A year older than my mom, who will be 58 this November.
The Live Scoreboard of the Senior Open

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Written By: nally on 07/24/09 at 12:54 pm

The Live Scoreboard of the Senior Open

A helpful link. Thanks!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 12:58 pm

A helpful link. Thanks!
I was setting up to record the Tottenham football match for my son and I saw Greg Norman on one of the fairways, he looks good for his age (about the same as me).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 12:59 pm

I was setting up to record the Tottenham football match for my son and I saw Greg Norman on one of the fairways, he looks good for his age (about the same as me).
Not that I can play golf anymore.

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Written By: nally on 07/24/09 at 1:02 pm

Not that I can play golf anymore.

I haven't played any golf in the past 3 years myself, but my dad tells me he wants to go golfing with me sometime this summer.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 1:08 pm

I haven't played any golf in the past 3 years myself, but my dad tells me he wants to go golfing with me sometime this summer.
That's good, for the last time I played was in the late 80's.

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Written By: nally on 07/24/09 at 1:13 pm

That's good, for the last time I played was in the late 80's.

Which is over 20 years ago now.

At that time, I was 9 and the only golf I really knew about was minature golf.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 1:15 pm

Which is over 20 years ago now.

At that time, I was 9 and the only golf I really knew about was minature golf.
Up to around 1994, I did play pitch and putt (holes up to the length of 100 yards), but that is not the real thing.

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Written By: nally on 07/24/09 at 1:18 pm

Up to around 1994, I did play pitch and putt (holes up to the length of 100 yards), but that is not the real thing.

They also have special areas where you can practice hitting the ball as far as you can. I think those are called driving ranges.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 1:23 pm

They also have special areas where you can practice hitting the ball as far as you can. I think those are called driving ranges.
Yes, and I have never been on one, I never had the chance.

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Written By: nally on 07/24/09 at 1:26 pm

Yes, and I have never been on one, I never had the chance.

I tried once, but I didn't whack the ball very far.

Then again, it's been 5 years since I took the golf class, and I was just learning the basics.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 1:28 pm

I tried once, but I didn't whack the ball very far.

Then again, it's been 5 years since I took the golf class, and I was just learning the basics.
If I was on one, I would be aiming for targets like the distance signs, than trying to improve my distance hit.

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Written By: nally on 07/24/09 at 1:39 pm

If I was on one, I would be aiming for targets like the distance signs, than trying to improve my distance hit.

Yeah, same here. My dad and I have only played on par 3 courses, and so we don't need to hit the ball a great distance.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 2:07 pm

Wigan Warriors host reigning Super League champions Leeds Rhinos at the JJB Stadium.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 2:07 pm

Wigan's Cameron Phelps and Andy Coley have signed contract extensions keeping them at the club for the 2010 season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 2:08 pm

Leeds welcome back captain Kevin Sinfield and Scott Donald, who missed last week's defeat of Hull KR with a dead leg and illness respectively.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 2:10 pm

Bath fly-half and centre Olly Barkley has fractured his left leg on a pre-season training camp in Portugal.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 2:31 pm

Olympic champion Usain Bolt cruises to a 100m win at Crystal Palace London

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 2:37 pm

Five Jamaican athletes have tested positive for a banned substance, the IAAF confirms.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 2:38 pm

Liverpool runner Michael Rimmer hopes to get himself in a medal position for the 2012 Olympic Games in London.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 2:51 pm

Olympic champion Usain Bolt cruises to a 100m win at Crystal Palace London
Despite racing into a strong headwind, the Jamaican recovered from a stumbling start to record a time of 9.91 seconds.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 3:14 pm

Friday, 24 July 2009 Results

Friendly Match
Celtic 5-0 Al Ahly
FC Seoul 2-3 Man Utd

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 3:14 pm

FOOTBALL:

GOAL: Tottenham 0-1 Barcelona: Bojan (32)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 3:15 pm

World swimming governing body Fina has decided to ban controversial non-textile swimsuits, but not until 2010.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 3:16 pm

World swimming governing body Fina has decided to ban controversial non-textile swimsuits, but not until 2010.
Any piccys of these swimsuits?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 3:19 pm

North Staffordshire's top two professional darts players Phil Taylor and Adrian Lewis will meet in the quarter-final of the World Matchplay Championship in Blackpool.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 3:39 pm

Aston Villa winger Stewart Downing has admitted he is unlikely to make an appearance for his new club before early December.

Downing, 25, fractured his foot playing for Middlesbrough against Villa in May but had hoped to return in October.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 3:46 pm

World number two Rafael Nadal says he is cautiously optimistic about his fitness after training for the first time in almost two months.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 4:09 pm

Wigan scored 28 unanswered points to beat Leeds and close the gap on the Super League top four.

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Written By: Frank on 07/24/09 at 4:17 pm

World number two Rafael Nadal says he is cautiously optimistic about his fitness after training for the first time in almost two months.

I hope he plays at the US open in 6 weeks

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 4:44 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE 2009 AFTER STAGE 19:

Yellow jersey: Alberto Contador (Spa/Astana)
Green jersey: Thor Hushovd (Nor/Cervelo)
Polka dot jersey: Franco Pellizotti (Ita/Liquigas)
White jersey: Andy Schleck (Lux/Saxo Bank)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 4:45 pm

I hope he plays at the US open in 6 weeks
With Andy Murray?

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Written By: Frank on 07/24/09 at 4:48 pm

With Andy Murray?

In the Men's singles.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 4:50 pm

In the Men's singles.
I hope they met.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 4:50 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE:

GENERAL CLASSIFICATION AFTER STAGE 19:

1. Alberto Contador (Spa/Astana) 73 hrs 15 mins 39 seconds
2. Andy Schleck (Lux/Saxo Bank) + 4 mins 11 secs
3. Lance Armstrong (USA/Astana) + 5 min 21 secs
4. Bradley Wiggins (GB/Garmin) + 5 min 36 secs
5. Andreas Kloden (Ger/Astana) + 5 mins 38 secs
6. Frank Schleck (Lux/Saxo Bank) + 5 mins 59 secs

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/09 at 4:54 pm

Tributes have been paid to former British Ryder Cup star John Panton MBE, who has died aged 92.

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Written By: nally on 07/24/09 at 5:23 pm

Five Jamaican athletes have tested positive for a banned substance, the IAAF confirms.

Uh-oh.. http://www.inthe00s.com/smile/07/nono.gif

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/09 at 1:54 am

FOOTBALL: David Beckham is fined $1000 (£600) by MLS for confronting fan during LA Galaxy game

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/09 at 1:54 am

FOOTBALL: Sunderland sign Marseille and Albania midfielder Lorik Cana on four-year deal

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/09 at 1:55 am

RUGBY LEAGUE: Wigan power to a convincing 28-10 victory over champions Leeds at the JJB Stadium

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/09 at 2:49 am

Gemma Spofforth is confident of a 100m medal in the upcoming World Championships, but believes the impact of the controversial swimsuits has been overblown going into the event in Rome.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/09 at 2:55 am

Formula Two officials confirm a detailed investigation will be launched into the accident which claimed the life of teenage driver Henry Surtees.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/09 at 2:57 am

HORSE RACING: Look Here is aiming to become the first filly since 1983 to win Saturday's King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes at Ascot.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/09 at 3:08 am

Indian shuttler Saina Nehwal has won the Indonesian Open badminton title with a victory over the higher-ranked Chinese player Lin Wang in Jakarta

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/09 at 4:06 am

Tottenham's Brazilian defender Gilberto has left the club after having his contract terminated by mutual consent.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/09 at 4:07 am

Friday, 24 July 2009 Result

Friendly Match
Tottenham 1-1 Barcelona

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/09 at 11:50 am

Felipe Massa is to be operated on after suffering skull damage and concussion during a high-speed accident in qualifying for the Hungarian GP.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/09 at 11:50 am

MOTOGP: Italy's Valentino Rossi takes pole for British GP at Donington. James Toseland comes ninth

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/09 at 11:51 am

ATHLETICS: Jamaica, anchored by Usain Bolt, win the 4x100m at the London Grand Prix

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/09 at 11:51 am

RUGBY UNION: South Africa beat New Zealand 28-19 in the Tri-Nations in Bloemfontein

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/09 at 11:58 am

CRICKET: Hampshire beat Sussex by six wickets to win the Friends Provident Trophy at Lord's.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/09 at 12:03 pm

Bradley Wiggins delivered a heroic ride on Mont Ventoux to keep fourth place in the Tour de France as Alberto Contador all but sealed overall victory.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/09 at 12:03 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE:

Stage 20 result:

1. Juan Manuel Garate (Spa/Rabobank) 4hrs 39mins 21secs
2. Tony Martin (Ger/Columbia ) + 3secs
3. Andy Schleck (Lux/Saxo Bank ) + 38
4. Alberto Contador (Spa/Astana) "
5. Lance Armstrong (US/Astana) + 41
6. Frank Schleck (Lux/Saxo Bank) + 43
7. Roman Kreuziger (Czech Rep/Liquigas) + 46
8. Franco Pellizotti (Italy/Liquigas) + 56
9. Vincenzo Nibali (Italy/Liquigas) + 58
10. Bradley Wiggins (GB/Garmin) + 1min 03secs

Selected others:

636. Charles Weglius (GB/Silence-Lotto) + 8mins 05sec
104. Mark Cavendish (GB/Columbia) + 25mins 42secs
155. David Millar (GB/Garmin) + 26mins 01secs

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/09 at 12:04 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE:

Overall standings:

1. Alberto Contador (Spa/Astana) 81hrs 46mins 17secs
2. Andy Schleck (Lux/Saxo Bank) + 4mins 11secs
3. Lance Armstrong (US/Astana) + 5mins 24secs
4. Bradley Wiggins (GB/Garmin) + 6mins 01secs
5. Frank Schleck (Lux/Saxo Bank) + 6mins 04secs
6. Andreas Kloeden (Ger/Astana) + 6mins 42secs

Selected others:

17. Carlos Sastre (Spain/Cervelo) + 26mins 21secs
59. Charlie Wegelius (GB/Silence-Lotto) + 1hr 29mins 07secs
85. David Millar (GB/Garmin) + 2hr 14mins 34secs
131. Mark Cavendish (GB/Columbia) + 3hrs 21mins 54secs

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/09 at 12:24 pm

Bolton Wanderers sign defenders Zat Knight from Aston Villa and Sam Ricketts from Hull City.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/09 at 12:30 pm

Zlatan Ibrahimovic has agreed personal terms with Barcelona as he edges ever closer to joining the European champions from Inter Milan.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/09 at 1:03 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE: St Helens beat Harlequins 44-24 to extend their lead at the top of Super League

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/09 at 1:22 pm

TENNIS: British number one Anne Keothavong will start her North American hard-court campaign against Elena Dementieva in Stanford, California.

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Written By: Frank on 07/25/09 at 3:08 pm

Rickey Henderson & Jim Rice ;D inducted in the baseball hall of fame tomorrow.

Jim Rice was one of my favorite players ever, along with Johnny Bench, Tom Seaver and Willie Stargell

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/09 at 3:34 pm

Felipe Massa's condition is described as "serious but stable" following emergency surgery after suffering skull damage and concussion.

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Written By: Frank on 07/25/09 at 3:50 pm

I got this from Yahoo. I haven't seen it on TV yet.
Formula One driver Felipe Massa has undergone “life-threatening” surgery for a fractured skull from a high-speed crash at Hungarian Grand Prix qualifying.

The AEK military hospital said Saturday the 28-year-old Brazilian was in “satisfactory condition” after emergency surgery. The hospital said in a statement the Ferrari driver would be kept in intensive care overnight.

Ferrari spokesman Luca Colajanni said the driver’s state was “positive.”

Massa was struck in the helmet by a loose part from another car and his car slammed into a tire barrier.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 3:03 am

British divers Tom Daley and Max Brick finish ninth in the men's 10m synchro final at the World Championships.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 4:09 am

Great Britain stick with a largely unchanged line-up for next month's World Rowing Championships in Poland despite disappointing recent results.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 4:10 am

Indian shuttler Saina Nehwal wins the Indonesian Open badminton title with an upset victory over higher ranked Chinese Lin Wang in Jakarta.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 4:10 am

Kobe Bryant admits the significance of winning his first NBA title without Shaquille O'Neal, but feels the coming season will prove extremely tough for the LA Lakers.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 4:10 am

Guernsey's Alison Merrien is beaten in the semi-finals of the Bowls World Cup in Australia.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 4:11 am

North Staffordshire's top two professional darts players Phil Taylor and Adrian Lewis will meet in the quarter-final of the World Matchplay Championship in Blackpool.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 4:11 am

British pair Rick Peacock and John Pink take silver after a superb final day at the 49er World Championship in Italy.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 4:12 am

Johanne Brekke leads the way as Britain's women's prone team win gold at the European shooting championships.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 4:13 am

Olympic legend Michael Phelps returns to international action at the World Championships in Rome on Sunday looking to end a monumental 12 months positively.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 4:13 am

Alistair Brownlee wins the Kitzbuhel triathlon to move top of the World Championship Series rankings.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 4:14 am

FORMULA 1: FIA and Brawn team to conduct investigation into Felipe Massa's accident at Hungarian GP

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 4:14 am

Ian Bell will start Thursday's third Ashes Test at Edgbaston after England opt against calling up a replacement for the injured Kevin Pietersen.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 8:03 am

McLaren's world champion Lewis Hamilton leads an exciting Hungarian Grand Prix after pole-sitter Fernando Alonso is forced to retire.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 8:04 am

FOOTBALL: Middlesbrough accept an undisclosed offer from an unnamed club for striker Mido

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 8:04 am

CRICKET: Shane Watson hits 50 off 35 balls as Australia declare on 270-3 in tour match at Northants

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 8:05 am

WORLD SWIMMING: Rebecca Adlington and Jo Jackson through to Sunday's 400m freestyle final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 8:06 am

Ferrari driver Felipe Massa will be kept under sedation for 48 hours after he suffered a fractured skull during Hungarian Grand Prix qualifying.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 8:19 am

Portsmouth have accepted an offer from Tottenham for England striker Peter Crouch, says Pompey boss Paul Hart.

A reported £10m deal was agreed on Saturday after Spurs made a renewed effort to sign the 28-year-old.

Crouch is expected to sign a five-year deal with Spurs, where he will reunite with former Pompey boss Harry Redknapp.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 8:20 am

FOOTBALL:

Sunday, 26 July 2009 Fixtures

ALBA Challenge Cup
Dumbarton v Morton, R1SW, 15:00
League of Ireland Premier Division
Bohemians v Shamrock, 13:00
Derry City v Cork, 19:00
Sligo v St Patricks, 19:45

Friendly Match
AC Milan v Inter Milan, 22:00
Ajax v Benfica, 20:15
Barcelona v Al Ahly, 13:15
Club Atletico River Plate v Everton, 02:30
Drogheda Utd v Hamilton, 18:00
FC Utrecht OFF Newcastle, 14:30
Feyenoord v Sampdoria, 14:30
Hangzhou Greentown v Man Utd, 13:00
Real Madrid v Al-Ittihad, 21:30
Sevilla v Seongnam Chunma, 19:30
Singapore v Liverpool, 12:00
Sunderland v Atletico Madrid, 18:00
Tottenham v Celtic, 16:00

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 10:51 am

Lewis Hamilton's troubled season gets a major boost as the world champion wins the Hungarian Grand Prix.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 10:51 am

Alberto Contador seals his second Tour de France victory while Mark Cavendish takes his sixth stage win with a stunning sprint finish in Paris.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 10:53 am

MOTOGP: Andrea Dovizioso wins the British GP at Donington, with James Toseland sixth

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 11:03 am

FINAL STANDINGS IN 2009 TOUR DE FRANCE:

1. Alberto Contador (Spa/Astana) 85 hrs 48 mins 35 seconds
2. Andy Schleck (Lux/Saxo Bank) + 4 mins 11 secs
3. Lance Armstrong (USA/Astana) + 5 min 24 secs
4. Bradley Wiggins (GB/Garmin) + 6 min 01 secs
5. Frank Schleck (Lux/Saxo Bank) + 6 mins 04 secs
6. Andreas Kloden (Ger/Astana) + 6 mins 42 secs

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 11:04 am

2009 TOUR DE FRANCE JERSEY WINNERS:

Yellow jersey: Alberto Contador (Spa/Astana)
Green jersey: Thor Hushovd (Nor/Cervelo)
Polka dot jersey: Franco Pellizotti (Ita/Liquigas)
White jersey: Andy Schleck (Lux/Saxo Bank)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 11:29 am

Former Open champion Mark Calcavecchia set a new PGA Tour record in the third round of the Canadian Open in Oakville with a run of nine consecutive birdies.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 11:38 am

RUGBY LEAGUE: Huddersfield 36-12 Catalans; Warrington 62-20 Salford; Wakefield 12-20 Castleford

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 11:38 am

WORLD SWIMMING: Rebecca Adlington and Jo Jackson to race in 400m freestyle final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 11:39 am

FOOTBALL: Captain John Terry releases a statement insisting he is "totally committed" to Chelsea

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 11:52 am

American Tyson Gay storms to victory in the 200m at the London Grand Prix on day two at Crystal Palace.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 12:11 pm

CRICKET: Australia beat Northants by 135 runs in tour match at Northampton

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 12:12 pm

MOTORSPORT: Renault team is suspended from next Grand Prix in Valencia, the FIA announces

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 12:41 pm

FOOTBALL: Alan Shearer admits he has been "left in limbo" over the Newcastle manager job

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 12:42 pm

Jo Jackson and Rebecca Adlington won silver and bronze in the 400m freestyle at the World Championships as Federica Pellegrini won in a world-record time.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 1:17 pm

New swimsuit technology means the sport is 'not a level playing field' going into the World Championships, says GB head coach Dennis Pursley.

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Written By: Henk on 07/26/09 at 1:20 pm

FOOTBALL: Captain John Terry releases a statement insisting he is "totally committed" to Chelsea

Until someone offers him a better job, of course. ::)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 1:21 pm

Seve Ballesteros says he hopes to play at next year's Open at St Andrews as he continues his recovery from brain surgery and chemotherapy.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 1:21 pm

Until someone offers him a better job, of course. ::)
Who will have him?

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Written By: Henk on 07/26/09 at 1:25 pm

New swimsuit technology means the sport is 'not a level playing field' going into the World Championships, says GB head coach Dennis Pursley.

That's why new rules and regulations have been formulated. They won't be effective until this WC is finished, though.
New regulations exclude the use of certain fibres and materials, and also limit the percentage of bodysurface covered.

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Written By: Henk on 07/26/09 at 1:27 pm

Who will have him?

I don't know. But when people start shouting they're 'totally committed' to team X, it's usually not long before they change their minds...

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 1:29 pm

I don't know. But when people start shouting they're 'totally committed' to team X, it's usually not long before they change their minds...
Is there a cut off point for transfers before the next season starts?

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Written By: Henk on 07/26/09 at 1:31 pm

Is there a cut off point for transfers before the next season starts?

There is, but I don't know when exactly for Premier League.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/09 at 1:35 pm

There is, but I don't know when exactly for Premier League.
The transfer market will pick up before that day.

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Written By: ninny on 07/26/09 at 3:03 pm

Rickey Henderson & Jim Rice ;D inducted in the baseball hall of fame tomorrow.

Jim Rice was one of my favorite players ever, along with Johnny Bench, Tom Seaver and Willie Stargell

Great list there...I noticed they were also inducting Tony Kubek, who I remember from the Saturday game of the week with Curt Goody.I remember he was critical of the commissioner Bowie Kuhn for not being there the night Hank Aaron broke Babe Ruth's record.

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Written By: Frank on 07/26/09 at 7:28 pm

Great list there...I noticed they were also inducting Tony Kubek, who I remember from the Saturday game of the week with Curt Goody.I remember he was critical of the commissioner Bowie Kuhn for not being there the night Hank Aaron broke Babe Ruth's record.

Tony was also a color commentator in the Early Toronto Blue Jays broadcasts. Curt & Tony were a good team together back in NBC in the 70's.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 2:26 am

FORMULA 1: Injured driver Felipe Massa's condition improves in hospital, according to Reuters report

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 2:26 am

FOOTBALL: David Beckham involved in another clash with an LA Galaxy fan

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 2:27 am

TENNIS: Top seed Dinara Safina beats Italy's Sara Errani to win the Slovenia Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 3:04 am

Britain's Bradley Wiggins says his fourth place in the Tour de France is a "special achievement", but he says the three riders on the podium ahead of him were stronger riders.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 3:17 am

London 2012 chief Lord Coe insists preparations for the Games are ahead of schedule as the three-year countdown to the opening ceremony begins.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 3:47 am

Sunday, 26 July 2009 Results

ALBA Challenge Cup
Dumbarton 0-1 Morton

League of Ireland Premier Division
Sligo 2-0 St Patricks
Friendly Match
AC Milan 0-2 Inter Milan
Barcelona 4-1 Al Ahly
Feyenoord 3-0 Sampdoria
Hangzhou Greentown 2-8 Man Utd
Real Madrid 1-1 Al-Ittihad
River Plate 1-0 Everton
Sevilla 0-0 Seongnam Chunma
Singapore 0-5 Liverpool
Sunderland 2-0 Atletico Madrid
Tottenham 0-2 Celtic

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 3:47 am

Sunday, 26 July 2009 Results

ALBA Challenge Cup
Dumbarton 0-1 Morton

League of Ireland Premier Division
Sligo 2-0 St Patricks
Friendly Match
AC Milan 0-2 Inter Milan
Barcelona 4-1 Al Ahly
Feyenoord 3-0 Sampdoria
Hangzhou Greentown 2-8 Man Utd
Real Madrid 1-1 Al-Ittihad
River Plate 1-0 Everton
Sevilla 0-0 Seongnam Chunma
Singapore 0-5 Liverpool
Sunderland 2-0 Atletico Madrid
Tottenham 0-2 Celtic
Yes, Spurs lost, I can take it.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 5:06 am

After a scintillating final day where any number of players was in serious contention, Loren Roberts has emerged victorious as the 2009 Senior Open champion. He took the title for the second time in his career in a play-off after three men finished on a 12-under-par total of 268.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 5:08 am

Next year’s Senior Open Championship will be held at Carnoustie.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 5:08 am

Greg Norman’s challenge came to an end with double-bogey six on the 17th. The overnight leader eventually finished with a final-round 71 and a share of sixth.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 6:25 am

South Africa survive a second-half comeback from New Zealand to open their Tri-Nations campaign with a 28-19 victory in Bloemfontein.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 6:25 am

Salford head coach Shaun McRae wants his team to respond quickly after their 62-20 humiliation by Warrington.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 6:26 am

Dinara Safina claims her 12th WTA Tour title with victory over defending champion Sara Errani in the Slovenia Open final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 7:25 am

FOOTBALL: Liverpool conclude re-financing agreement on bank loan taken out to buy club in 2007

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 9:11 am

FORMULA 1: Doctors say Felipe Messa suffered eye damage in crash during Hungarian qualifying

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 9:16 am

RUGBY UNION: England are favourites to be awarded the right to stage the 2015 Rugby World Cup on Tuesday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 9:17 am

RUGBY LEAGUE: Leeds Rhinos assistant coach Willie Poching believes it is too early to tell if hooker Danny Buderus will play again this season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 11:43 am

Former champion Lance Armstrong believes Alberto Contador could have beaten him in his own heyday following the Spaniard's second Tour de France win.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 12:03 pm

BBC sports presenter Ray Stubbs is to leave the corporation to be the frontman of ESPN's live Premier League coverage, it has been announced.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 12:07 pm

Andrea Dovizioso secures his first MotoGP win in the British Grand Prix at Donington, with Valentino Rossi finishing fifth.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 12:26 pm

Gemma Spofforth comes within 0.01 seconds of the women's 100m backstroke world record as she books her place in the World Championships semis.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 12:37 pm

SWIMMING: Hannah Miley sixth in women's 200m individual medley final; Ariana Kukors sets new world record

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Written By: Frank on 07/27/09 at 12:54 pm

Formula One driver Felipe Massa is awake and talking to family members, making significant improvement after his high-speed crash.
The chief surgeon at AEK hospital says Massa is now breathing unassisted and moving his limbs. In addition, a drain from his head wound was removed.

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Written By: Henk on 07/27/09 at 1:54 pm

Sunday, 26 July 2009 Results

ALBA Challenge Cup
Dumbarton 0-1 Morton

League of Ireland Premier Division
Sligo 2-0 St Patricks
Friendly Match
AC Milan 0-2 Inter Milan
Barcelona 4-1 Al Ahly
Feyenoord 3-0 Sampdoria
Hangzhou Greentown 2-8 Man Utd
Real Madrid 1-1 Al-Ittihad
River Plate 1-0 Everton
Sevilla 0-0 Seongnam Chunma
Singapore 0-5 Liverpool
Sunderland 2-0 Atletico Madrid
Tottenham 0-2 Celtic

That's a result from the Amsterdam Tournament. Other teams participating were Ajax and Benfica (the latter won the tournament).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 2:00 pm

Formula One driver Felipe Massa is awake and talking to family members, making significant improvement after his high-speed crash.
The chief surgeon at AEK hospital says Massa is now breathing unassisted and moving his limbs. In addition, a drain from his head wound was removed.
That is splendid news,

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 2:00 pm

That's a result from the Amsterdam Tournament. Other teams participating were Ajax and Benfica (the latter won the tournament).
Dak would be please!

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Written By: Henk on 07/27/09 at 2:12 pm

Dak would be please!

I'm sure he is, even though Sunderland only ended in third place. (Ajax took second place, and thus Madrid were fourth)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 2:18 pm

I'm sure he is, even though Sunderland only ended in third place. (Ajax took second place, and thus Madrid were fourth)
Where was the match played?

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Written By: Henk on 07/27/09 at 2:45 pm

Where was the match played?

All matches were played in the Amsterdam ArenA, home of AFC Ajax.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 2:48 pm

All matches were played in the Amsterdam ArenA, home of AFC Ajax.
Dak may not be there to watch them.

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Written By: Frank on 07/27/09 at 3:19 pm

Michael Vick has been reinstated into the NFL, can play as soon as week 6.

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Written By: Rice_Cube on 07/27/09 at 3:20 pm

Michael Vick has been reinstated into the NFL, can play as soon as week 6.

NO WAI!

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Written By: Frank on 07/27/09 at 3:24 pm

NO WAI!

Yup. Check out the sports news.

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Written By: Rice_Cube on 07/27/09 at 3:33 pm

I guess he deserves a second chance, but I don't know who's going to give it to him.

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Written By: Frank on 07/27/09 at 3:39 pm

Marbury Eats Vaseline in Quest to Be Like Oprah

http://www.tmz.com/2009/07/27/stephon-marbury-eats-vaseline-oprah-video/

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 3:41 pm

FOOTBALL: Tottenham agree deal for England striker Peter Crouch from Portsmouth

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 3:42 pm

FOOTBALL: Zlatan Ibrahimovic signs a five-year deal to complete his move from Inter to Barcelona

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 3:42 pm

CYCLING: Tour de France winner Alberto Contador launches a stinging attack on team-mate Lance Armstrong

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Written By: Frank on 07/27/09 at 3:52 pm

CYCLING: Tour de France winner Alberto Contador launches a stinging attack on team-mate Lance Armstrong

I though the race was over?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 3:54 pm

I though the race was over?
Yes it did finish yesterday

"My relationship with Lance Armstrong is zero," Contador told a news conference in Madrid.

"He is a great rider but it is another thing on a personal level, where I have never had great admiration for him and I never will."

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Written By: Henk on 07/27/09 at 3:54 pm

I though the race was over?

The Tour may be over, but the race is still on! ;)

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Written By: Henk on 07/27/09 at 3:59 pm

FOOTBALL: Zlatan Ibrahimovic signs a five-year deal to complete his move from Inter to Barcelona

My prediction: he'll be warming the bench by next season.
You know how quickly things can change in sports. I wouldn't be surprised if there's a new management in Barcelona next season. It's Spain, for crying out loud!

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Written By: Frank on 07/27/09 at 4:01 pm

Yes it did finish yesterday

"My relationship with Lance Armstrong is zero," Contador told a news conference in Madrid.

"He is a great rider but it is another thing on a personal level, where I have never had great admiration for him and I never will."

Challenge each other to a "Ben Hur" type of chariot race, on bicycles.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 4:02 pm

FOOTBALL: Tottenham agree deal for England striker Peter Crouch from Portsmouth

It turns out that Peter Crouch served time as a trainee at Spurs

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 4:03 pm

Challenge each other to a "Ben Hur" type of chariot race, on bicycles.
...with spikes on the wheels?

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Written By: Frank on 07/27/09 at 4:05 pm

...with spikes on the wheels?

Oh most definitely !!!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 4:11 pm

Oh most definitely !!!
Bikes with spikes!

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Written By: Frank on 07/27/09 at 4:26 pm

Bikes with spikes!

battle to the death! (OK, perhaps i have gone too far)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 4:27 pm

battle to the death! (OK, perhaps i have gone too far)
Who will marshall the race?

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Written By: Frank on 07/27/09 at 4:30 pm

Who will marshall the race?

1) Olivia Newton -John?
2) Pele?
3) Sean Connery?
4) Oprah?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 4:32 pm

1) Olivia Newton -John?
2) Pele?
3) Sean Connery?
4) Oprah?

All four?

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Written By: Frank on 07/27/09 at 4:38 pm

All four?

It was multiple choice. (chose one)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 5:02 pm

It was multiple choice. (chose one)
Was?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/09 at 5:03 pm

FOOTBALL: Tottenham agree deal for England striker Peter Crouch from Portsmouth

...for an undisclosed fee.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/09 at 12:29 am

Five more world records fell on the second day of the swimming competition at the World Championships in Rome.

Sarah Sjostrom (100m butterfly), Ariana Kukors (200m IM), Rebecca Soni (100m breaststroke) and Anastasia Zueva (100m backstroke) all set new marks.

And in the men's events, Australia's Brenton Rickard smashed the previous 100m breaststroke record to win gold.

Britain's Hannah Miley finished sixth in the 200m individual medley, with her favoured 400m IM to come.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/09 at 12:30 am

Great Britain will have to cope without NBA stars Luol Deng and Ben Gordon for this summer's European Championships.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/09 at 12:33 am

Guernsey's Alison Merrien is beaten in the semi-finals of the Bowls World Cup in Australia.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/09 at 1:25 am

http://news.bbc.co.uk/nol/shared/spl/hi/pop_ups/08/uk_enl_1248636621/img/1.jpg

Former England football manager Sir Bobby Robson receives the applause of fans and players before a charity football match in his honour at Newcastle United's St James' Park. The match, in aid of the Sir Bobby Robson Foundation, which helps fight cancer, saw an England team beat a German side 3-2.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/09 at 1:26 am

Chelsea striker Nicolas Anelka feels Manchester United face a tough defence of their Premier League title without Cristiano Ronaldo and Carlos Tevez.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/09 at 1:43 am

Cambridge United have named former Leyton Orient boss Martin Ling as their new manager.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/09 at 4:17 am

Tuesday, 28 July 2009 Fixtures

Uefa Champions League Qualifying
Anderlecht v Sivasspor, R3, L1, 19:45
FC Aktobe v Maccabi Haifa, R3, L1, 16:00
FK Baku v Levski Sofia, R3, L1, 16:00
Sparta Prague v Panathinaikos, R3, L1, 19:00

Uefa Cup
Bnei Yehuda v Pacos Ferreira, R3, 17:00

Friendly Match
Accrington Stanley v Burnley, 19:30
Alfreton Town v Bradford, 19:45
Barnet v Southend, 19:45
Berwick v Blyth Spartans, 19:45
Cambridge Utd v Liverpool XI, 19:45
Carlisle v Blackpool, 19:45
Chesterfield v Leicester, 19:45
Cowdenbeath v St Johnstone, 19:30
Crystal Palace v Norwich, 19:30
Dartford v Millwall, 19:45
FC Den Bosch v Bolton, 19:00
Forfar v Dundee, 19:30
Gainsborough v S(I_am_a_loser_who_has_no_respect_for_women)horpe, 19:00
Grimsby v Doncaster, 19:45
Hereford v Bristol Rovers, 19:45
Inverness CT v Dundee Utd, 19:30
Juventus v Seongnam Chunma, 19:30
Lincoln City v Sheff Utd, 19:30
Luton v Man Utd XI, 19:45
Macclesfield v Huddersfield, 19:30
Mansfield v Walsall, 19:45
Morecambe v Tranmere, 19:45
Northampton v Sheff Wed, 19:30
Notts County v Derby, 19:45
Preston v Wigan, 19:30
Real Madrid v Deportiva Quito, 21:30
Stevenage v Peterborough, 19:45
St Mirren v Morton, 19:30
St Neots Town v Tottenham XI, 19:30
Swindon v West Brom, 19:45
Thurrock v Grays Athletic, 19:45
Torquay v Brighton, 19:45
Woking v Aldershot, 19:45
Wycombe v QPR, 19:45
Yeovil v Bristol City, 19:45

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/09 at 4:18 am

England are favourites to be awarded the right to stage the 2015 Rugby World Cup on Tuesday.

The International Rugby Board (IRB) will announce the hosts of the 2015 and 2019 events in Dublin.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/09 at 4:38 am

CYCLING: Lance Armstrong hits back at Alberto Contador's criticism with comments on his Twitter feed

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/09 at 4:39 am

CYCLING: Lance Armstrong hits back at Alberto Contador's criticism with comments on his Twitter feed

It's all on Twitter now?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/09 at 4:58 am

COMING UP: Great Britain squad for World Athletics Championships set to be named at 1100 BST

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/09 at 5:03 am

FOOTBALL: Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp says striker Darren Bent is set to leave the club

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/09 at 5:34 am

Dwain Chambers will double up at the World Championships after being named in Great Britain's 60-strong squad.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/09 at 5:34 am

RUGBY LEAGUE: The 2013 World Cup will be held in the United Kingdom

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/09 at 5:35 am

RUGBY LEAGUE: The 2013 World Cup will be held in the United Kingdom

One use for the then redundant Olympic Stadium in London?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/09 at 5:48 am

The spokeswoman of Formula 1 legend Michael Schumacher says he would consider the possibility of standing in for injured Ferrari driver Felipe Massa.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/09 at 8:30 am

FOOTBALL: Manchester City are in talks with Arsenal to sign defender Kolo Toure, BBC Sport understands

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/09 at 8:30 am

ATHLETICS: Dwain Chambers and Christine Ohuruogu named in Great Britain squad for World Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/09 at 10:10 am

England fight off rival bids from South Africa and Italy to win the right to stage the 2015 Rugby World Cup.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/09 at 10:18 am

England fight off rival bids from South Africa and Italy to win the right to stage the 2015 Rugby World Cup.

RUGBY UNION: Japan will host the 2019 tournament

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/09 at 11:32 am

SWIMMING: Paul Biedermann beats Michael Phelps in 200m freestyle final, smashing Phelps' world record

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/09 at 11:33 am

Manchester City are close to signing Arsenal defender Kolo Toure for about £15m, BBC Sport understands.

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Written By: Frank on 07/28/09 at 12:18 pm

The spokeswoman of Formula 1 legend Michael Schumacher says he would consider the possibility of standing in for injured Ferrari driver Felipe Massa.

Stay retired Michael.

(Is Nelson Piquet available? :D)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/09 at 12:20 pm

Stay retired Michael.

(Is Nelson Piquet available? :D)
Michael Schumacher has picked up a decent job on Top Gear.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 1:25 am

CRICKET: Bangladesh beat West Indies by three wickets in 2nd ODI in Roseau to clinch series

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 1:26 am

SWIMMING: Gemma Spofforth wins 100m backstroke for Britain in new world record time

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 1:31 am

FOOTBALL: Manchester City are close to an agreement to sign Arsenal defender Kolo Toure for a fee of about £15m, BBC Sport understands.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 2:22 am

Can Chess be a sport?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 2:33 am

Tuesday, 28 July 2009 Fixtures

Uefa Champions League Qualifying
Anderlecht v Sivasspor, R3, L1, 19:45
FC Aktobe v Maccabi Haifa, R3, L1, 16:00
FK Baku v Levski Sofia, R3, L1, 16:00
Sparta Prague v Panathinaikos, R3, L1, 19:00

Uefa Cup
Bnei Yehuda v Pacos Ferreira, R3, 17:00

Friendly Match
Accrington Stanley v Burnley, 19:30
Alfreton Town v Bradford, 19:45
Barnet v Southend, 19:45
Berwick v Blyth Spartans, 19:45
Cambridge Utd v Liverpool XI, 19:45
Carlisle v Blackpool, 19:45
Chesterfield v Leicester, 19:45
Cowdenbeath v St Johnstone, 19:30
Crystal Palace v Norwich, 19:30
Dartford v Millwall, 19:45
FC Den Bosch v Bolton, 19:00
Forfar v Dundee, 19:30
Gainsborough v S(I_am_a_loser_who_has_no_respect_for_women)horpe, 19:00
Grimsby v Doncaster, 19:00
Hereford v Bristol Rovers, 19:45
Histon v Colchester, 19:45
Inverness CT v Dundee Utd, 19:30
Juventus v Seongnam Chunma, 19:30
Lincoln City v Sheff Utd, 19:30
Luton v Man Utd XI, 19:45
Macclesfield v Huddersfield, 19:30
Mansfield v Walsall, 19:45
Morecambe v Tranmere, 19:45
Northampton v Sheff Wed, 19:30
Notts County v Derby, 19:45
Preston v Wigan, 19:30
Raith v Kilmarnock, 19:45
Real Madrid v Deportiva Quito, 21:30
Stevenage v Peterborough, 19:45
St Mirren v Morton, 19:30
St Neots Town v Tottenham XI, 19:30
Swindon v West Brom, 19:45
Thurrock v Grays Athletic, 19:45
Torquay v Brighton, 19:45
UCD v Hamilton, 19:45
Woking v Aldershot, 19:45
Wycombe v QPR, 19:45
Yeovil v Bristol City, 19:45

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 2:36 am

Tottenham Hotspurs play West Ham United in the Asia Cup (in China?) today with the kick off around 11:00 (GMT)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 3:00 am

MOTORSPORT: BMW have called a 0900 BST press conference amid reports they could pull out of F1

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 3:07 am

TENNIS: Britain's Anne Keothavong set for scan after injuring her knee at the Stanford Classic

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 3:24 am

Cricketer caught in his pants

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 3:31 am

Tough Guy Race gets tougher

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 3:33 am

A former ice dance champion has become the first person in the country to gain a PhD in the sport.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 3:38 am

MOTORSPORT: BMW have called a 0900 BST press conference amid reports they could pull out of F1
BMW will withdraw from Formula 1 at the end of this season.

The German car manufacturer supply engines to Sauber but have cited "current developments in motor sport" as the reason for their pull-out.

BMW are the second major manufacturer to leave the sport in eight months after Honda's withdrawal in December.

F1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone said BMW had given themselves three years to win the world championship, but they have only amassed eight points this season.

"It's not quite been like that so perhaps that's why they've to stop," he told BBC Radio 5 Live.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 4:52 am

Liverpool agree a fee with Real Madrid to sell right-back Alvaro Arbeloa to the Spanish club.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 4:57 am

Angry football players for the Tianjin football team in China chase a referee around after losing game.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 4:57 am

Angry football players for the Tianjin football team in China chase a referee around after losing game.

They may be a video for this on YouTube

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Written By: Henk on 07/29/09 at 7:48 am

They may be a video for this on YouTube

China? Hooliganism? Not likely to pass the filter! ::)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 9:09 am

China? Hooliganism? Not likely to pass the filter! ::)
The BBC has a clipp of it on the webpage.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 9:09 am

FORMULA 1: Injured Ferrari driver Felipe Massa to leave intensive care on Wednesday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 9:42 am

Junior Witter will target new WBA light-welterweight champion Amir Khan if he wins back his old WBC belt against Devon Alexander on Saturday.

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Written By: Henk on 07/29/09 at 9:49 am

The BBC has a clipp of it on the webpage.

That surprises me somewhat. How did that get past the Chinese censorship, I wonder.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 9:52 am

That surprises me somewhat. How did that get past the Chinese censorship, I wonder.
Seems to a private camera.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 11:48 am

FOOTBALL: Manchester City striker Valeri Bojinov is in talks with Parma about a loan move

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 11:48 am

HORSE RACING: Rip Van Winkle wins BGC Sussex Stakes at Goodwood, beating Paco Boy and Ghanaati

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 11:49 am

SWIMMING: Michael Phelps smashes his own world record to win gold in men's 200m butterfly

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 12:07 pm

FORMULA 1: Michael Schumacher will come out of retirement to replace Felipe Massa at European GP

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 12:07 pm

FORMULA 1: Michael Schumacher will come out of retirement to replace Felipe Massa at European GP

Jeremy Clarkson will now have to find a new Stig!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 12:40 pm

West Ham winger Luis Boa Morte could be out until 2010 after suffering anterior cruciate ligament damage in his right knee at the Asia Trophy in China.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 1:02 pm

FORMULA 1: Michael Schumacher will come out of retirement to replace Felipe Massa at European GP

Seven times!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 1:55 pm

I will not give the Spurs v West Ham United result for some may still wish to watch it.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 2:58 pm

Triple Olympic gold medallist Bradley Wiggins will not ride on the track for the next two years in order to focus solely on the Tour de France.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 3:15 pm

Reports in Italy and Germany say that former Arsenal winger Alexander Hleb could be on his way to Stuttgart. The 28-year-old, who is currently at Barcelona, appears to have turned down a move to Inter Milan because of the limited prospects of regular football.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 3:15 pm

Bayern Munich president Franz Beckenbauer has placed an £80m price tag on winger Franck Ribery, matching the sum that took Cristiano Ronaldo from Manchester United to Real Madrid. The 26-year-old Frenchman has been linked with Real Madrid, Barcelona, Manchester United, Chelsea and Liverpool.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 3:15 pm

Bordeaux coach Laurent Blanc has again ruled out the departure of Marouane Chamakh to Sunderland by insisting he will only let the striker join a "big club". Chamakh, who has also been linked with Arsenal, has claimed Sunderland are the team with whom he has had the most advanced talks.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 3:16 pm

Everton defender Joleon Lescott is ready to tell manager David Moyes that he wants to join big-spending Manchester City.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 3:17 pm

Milk Cup Premier champions Manchester United and Junior holders Everton progress to the quarter-finals of this year's competition.

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Written By: Henk on 07/29/09 at 3:34 pm

Milk Cup Premier champions Manchester United and Junior holders Everton progress to the quarter-finals of this year's competition.

Milk Cup? What's that? ???

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 3:41 pm

Milk Cup? What's that? ???
The Milk Cup is an international youth football tournament held annually in Northern Ireland. The cup matches are mainly played in the North Coast area of Northern Ireland, with matches taking place in the towns of Portrush, Portstewart,Castlerock, Limavady, Coleraine, Ballymoney and Ballymena.

The Milk Cup began in 1983 with sixteen teams participating at an Under 16 (Premier) level. Motherwell F.C. from Scotland were the first winners. It was founded by Jim Weir, Victor Leonard and Bertie Peacock, one of the most famous football players from the region.

The competition was extended in 1985 when an extra age group, the Under 14 (Junior) section was introduced and again the first champions were from Scotland, as Rangers F.C. won the Milk Cup at that age level. The competition at both levels has grown in size and stature over the years, with teams increasingly travelling from all continents to compete. The Under 19 (Elite) section was introduced in 1995 with the Welsh finishing the tournament as winners. Traditionally, the finals are played at The Coleraine Showgrounds on the Friday evening.

Many current international footballers have taken part in the Milk Cup, players such as Charlie Davies, Jonathan Spector, Paul Scholes, and Wayne Rooney have all competed at some level Milk Cup. In the FIFA World Cup 2002 there were 30 Milk Cup veterans playing.

To celebrate the competition's silver jubilee, a friendly match took place between Northern Ireland and three-time junior section winners Everton F.C. at the Coleraine Showgrounds on July 14th 2007. Everton won the tie 2-0.

One of the key parts to the Milk Cup is the inclusion of six representative teams from each county of Northern Ireland - Antrim, Armagh, Down, Fermanagh, Londonderry and Tyrone. This system allows young players from across the province to compete against some of the best in the world at their age group.

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Written By: Henk on 07/29/09 at 3:45 pm

The Milk Cup is an international youth football tournament held annually in Northern Ireland. The cup matches are mainly played in the North Coast area of Northern Ireland, with matches taking place in the towns of Portrush, Portstewart,Castlerock, Limavady, Coleraine, Ballymoney and Ballymena.

The Milk Cup began in 1983 with sixteen teams participating at an Under 16 (Premier) level. Motherwell F.C. from Scotland were the first winners. It was founded by Jim Weir, Victor Leonard and Bertie Peacock, one of the most famous football players from the region.

The competition was extended in 1985 when an extra age group, the Under 14 (Junior) section was introduced and again the first champions were from Scotland, as Rangers F.C. won the Milk Cup at that age level. The competition at both levels has grown in size and stature over the years, with teams increasingly travelling from all continents to compete. The Under 19 (Elite) section was introduced in 1995 with the Welsh finishing the tournament as winners. Traditionally, the finals are played at The Coleraine Showgrounds on the Friday evening.

Many current international footballers have taken part in the Milk Cup, players such as Charlie Davies, Jonathan Spector, Paul Scholes, and Wayne Rooney have all competed at some level Milk Cup. In the FIFA World Cup 2002 there were 30 Milk Cup veterans playing.

To celebrate the competition's silver jubilee, a friendly match took place between Northern Ireland and three-time junior section winners Everton F.C. at the Coleraine Showgrounds on July 14th 2007. Everton won the tie 2-0.

One of the key parts to the Milk Cup is the inclusion of six representative teams from each county of Northern Ireland - Antrim, Armagh, Down, Fermanagh, Londonderry and Tyrone. This system allows young players from across the province to compete against some of the best in the world at their age group.

I see. Thanks. :)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 3:48 pm

I see. Thanks. :)
No problem

football = sport

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Written By: Frank on 07/29/09 at 4:31 pm

FORMULA 1: Michael Schumacher will come out of retirement to replace Felipe Massa at European GP

Is this real? For how many races?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/09 at 4:33 pm

Is this real? For how many races?
Good question, but until Felipe Massa is fit to race again.

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Written By: nally on 07/29/09 at 4:36 pm

I see. Thanks. :)

I never knew about it until now either. You learn something new every day!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/09 at 2:07 am

FOOTBALL: BBC Sport understands that Everton will reject a new offer from Man City for Joleon Lescott

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/09 at 2:07 am

FOOTBALL: Celtic lose 1-0 in the first leg of their Champions League qualifier against Dinamo Moscow

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/09 at 2:08 am

FOOTBALL: Two men charged in relation to a live grenade found outside Kenny Dalglish's home

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/09 at 2:08 am

TENNIS: GB number one Anne Keothavong is ruled for the rest of the season after suffering knee injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/09 at 2:38 am

Today is the 79th anniversary of Uruguay defeating Argentina, 4–2, in front of their home crowd at Estadio Centenario in Montevideo to win the first Football World Cup.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/09 at 3:14 am

Today is the 43th anniversary of England win the World Cup in football, beating Germany 4-2.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/09 at 8:05 am

FOOTBALL: Manchester City's Brazil international Elano joins Galatasaray

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/09 at 8:10 am

Winger Andrew Driver will miss the start of the season after being ruled out for six weeks with a heel injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/09 at 9:46 am

HORSE RACING: Schiaparelli, ridden by Frankie Dettori wins Goodwood Cup, ahead of Mourilyan

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/09 at 9:52 am

Umpires Rudi Koertzen and Aleem Dar are to have another inspection at 1615 BST.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/09 at 10:09 am

FORMULA 1: Lewis Hamilton says it will be "an honour and a privilege" to race against Michael Schumacher

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/09 at 10:19 am

Phil Mickelson will make his return to golf at the WGC-Bridgestone Invitational in Ohio next week.

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Written By: Frank on 07/30/09 at 10:45 am

Today is the 43th anniversary of England win the World Cup in football, beating Germany 4-2.

It's quite surprising they haven't won since then.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/09 at 12:20 pm

It's quite surprising they haven't won since then.
The team has been rubbish since then.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/09 at 2:31 pm

CRICKET: Durham will host an Ashes Test for the first time in 2013, the England and Wales Cricket Board has announced.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/09 at 2:48 pm

SWIMMING: Seven more world records on day five of Worlds, GB grab women's 4x200m relay bronze

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/09 at 2:48 pm

FOOTBALL: Europa League qualifying - FK Vetra 0-3 Fulham; S Bucharest 3-0 Motherwell

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/09 at 3:07 pm

RUGBY UNION: Scarlets centre Regan King is battling to be fit for the start of the new season after a hamstring operation.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/09 at 3:28 pm

RUGBY UNION: Wales' players could earn a £28,000-per-man cash bonus if the national side produces a clean sweep in the autumn international Test series.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/09 at 3:29 pm

The funeral of racing driver Henry Surtees, who was killed in a crash during a Formula Two race at Brands Hatch, has been held in West Sussex.

The driver was the son of ex-Formula One world champion John Surtees, who said his son had "followed his heart from the time he first sat in a kart".

Surtees, 18, died from a head injury on 19 July, after a tyre from another car hit him at the Kent circuit.

His coffin arrived at Worth Abbey near Crawley topped with a racing helmet.

The teenager had just completed A-levels in economics, ICT and biology at Worth School, run by Benedictine monks from the Turners Hill Abbey.

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Written By: Frank on 07/30/09 at 11:33 pm

The team has been rubbish since then.

They had a chance about 20 years ago, if not for Argentina.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/09 at 11:56 pm

They had a chance about 20 years ago, if not for Argentina.
Until that infamous goal by the arm of god!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/09 at 11:56 pm

Aberdeen 1-5 Sigma Olomouc

Aberdeen fell to a humiliating first leg defeat at home to Sigma Olomouc in the Europa League qualifier, first leg.

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Written By: Frank on 07/30/09 at 11:58 pm

Until that infamous goal by the arm of god!

Quite the goal and he ( Maradona, not God) had a few good runs in that WC. Best I've seen.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/09 at 12:00 am

Quite the goal and he ( Maradona, not God) had a few good runs in that WC. Best I've seen.
Argentina, were a good side then, in as much as Brazil were.

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Written By: Frank on 07/31/09 at 12:04 am

Argentina, were a good side then, in as much as Brazil were.

Yes they were. I think for 20 years only Argentina, Italy, Germany & Brazil won the WC, France spoiled it all when they won.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/09 at 12:20 am

Yes they were. I think for 20 years only Argentina, Italy, Germany & Brazil won the WC, France spoiled it all when they won.
Is the next World Cup (football) next year in 2010?

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Written By: Frank on 07/31/09 at 12:25 am

Is the next World Cup (football) next year in 2010?

Yes, in South Africa. I can't recall which month.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/09 at 12:41 am

Yes, in South Africa. I can't recall which month.
The 2010 FIFA World Cup will be the 19th FIFA World Cup, an international tournament for football, that is scheduled to take place between 11 June and 11 July 2010 in South Africa.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/09 at 12:42 am

The 2010 FIFA World Cup will be the 19th FIFA World Cup, an international tournament for football, that is scheduled to take place between 11 June and 11 July 2010 in South Africa.
It will clash with the cricket over here.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/09 at 1:04 am

WOMEN'S GOLF; Germany's Sandra Gal hit a birdie at the penultimate hole to make a late push to the top of the leaderboard in round one of the Women's British Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/09 at 1:10 am

GOLF: Tiger Woods trailed the leader by eight shots after the first round of the Buick Open in Michigan.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/09 at 3:54 am

Tottenham are investigating comments allegedly made by striker Darren Bent, accusing chairman Darren Levy of disrupting his move to Sunderland.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/09 at 3:55 am

ATHLETICS: Christine Ohuruogu expects to be fit for next month's World Championships in Berlin

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/09 at 3:55 am

Top seed Serena Williams surged into the quarter-finals of the Bank of the West Classic in California with a straight-sets defeat of Melinda Czink.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/09 at 4:14 am

Favourite Schiaparelli, ridden by Frankie Dettori, wins the Goodwood Cup on Ladies' Day at the Festival.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/09 at 4:15 am

Tyrone forwards Ryan Mellon and Niall Gormley are ruled out of the All-Ireland SFC quarter-final against Kildare.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/09 at 4:17 am

Wakefield Trinity Wildcats have agreed a two-year deal with Australian prop Shane Tronc.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/09 at 5:03 am

Former England manager Sir Bobby Robson has died at the age of 76, following a long battle with cancer.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/09 at 7:05 am

CRICKET: Ashes Test Australia 203/8 (53.5 ov)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/09 at 8:05 am

SIR BOBBY ROBSON: "I mourn the passing of a great friend" - Sir Alex Ferguson

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Written By: Frank on 07/31/09 at 10:15 am

Former England manager Sir Bobby Robson has died at the age of 76, following a long battle with cancer.

Sad news, He was a very good player/manager

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/09 at 10:16 am

Sad news, He was a very good player/manager
It was known about his cancer suffering, but today is sad

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/09 at 11:07 am

FORMULA 1: Injured driver Felipe Massa to leave hospital and fly home to Brazil on Monday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/09 at 12:30 pm

SWIMMING: Great Britain's Fran Halsall wins silver medal in the 100m freestyle at World Championship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/09 at 12:30 pm

CYCLING: Tour de France stage winner Mikel Astarloza suspended for positive pre-Tour drugs test

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/09 at 12:30 pm

FOOTBALL: Spurs striker Darren Bent apologises for criticising club on Twitter over transfer frustrations

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Written By: Frank on 07/31/09 at 1:28 pm

FORMULA 1: Injured driver Felipe Massa to leave hospital and fly home to Brazil on Monday

Will Schumacher take his place at the hospital :D

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/09 at 2:07 pm

Will Schumacher take his place at the hospital :D
Only at the wheel of a motor, I think.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/09 at 2:08 pm

GOLF: British duo Graeme Storm and Steve Webster share a one-shot lead at the halfway point of the Moravia Silesia Open in the Czech Republic.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/09 at 2:08 pm

GOLF: Germany's Sandra Gal hit a birdie at the penultimate hole to make a late push to the top of the leaderboard in round one of the Women's British Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/09 at 2:09 pm

Tiger Woods trailed the leader by eight shots after the first round of the Buick Open in Michigan.

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Written By: Henk on 07/31/09 at 4:17 pm

Former England manager Sir Bobby Robson has died at the age of 76, following a long battle with cancer.

I was sad to hear this. Robson also managed PSV Eindhoven for a while (1990/1991, 1991/1992, 1998/1999), leading the team to two consecutive championship titles (1991 and 1992).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/09 at 4:33 pm

I was sad to hear this. Robson also managed PSV Eindhoven for a while (1990/1991, 1991/1992, 1998/1999), leading the team to two consecutive championship titles (1991 and 1992).
A true legend in football history

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Written By: Frank on 08/01/09 at 1:20 am

Tiger Woods trailed the leader by eight shots after the first round of the Buick Open in Michigan.

Tiger shot a 63 today. Back in the hunt.

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Written By: nally on 08/01/09 at 1:22 am

Tiger shot a 63 today. Back in the hunt.

I think I'm gonna root for him.

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Written By: Frank on 08/01/09 at 1:26 am

I think I'm gonna root for him.

good guy to root for.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/09 at 2:40 am

I was sad to hear this. Robson also managed PSV Eindhoven for a while (1990/1991, 1991/1992, 1998/1999), leading the team to two consecutive championship titles (1991 and 1992).
Watching tv late last night, it was mentioned that he was the England Manager at the time of that infamous "hand of god" goal by Maradonna.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/09 at 2:41 am

Tiger shot a 63 today. Back in the hunt.

I think I'm gonna root for him.
Brilliant, thats more like him.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/09 at 6:38 am

FORMULA 1: The 12 teams and the sport's governing body sign a new Concorde Agreement

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/09 at 6:39 am

Rangers manager Walter Smith believes an earlier start to the season would help prevent further European misery for Scottish clubs.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/09 at 6:55 am

Former Rangers, Derby and Motherwell player Bob Malcolm has finalised his move to Australian A-League side Brisbane Roar on a one-year deal.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/09 at 7:19 am

Britain's Fran Halsall progressed safely through her heat to earn a place in Saturday's semi-finals of the 50m freestyle at the World Championships.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/09 at 10:45 am

Scott Brown could be fit to play in Celtic's Champions League return leg in Russia after nearly two months out through injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/09 at 10:45 am

Winger Andrew Driver will miss the start of the season after being ruled out for six weeks with a heel injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/09 at 10:45 am

Hibernian release forwards Ross Campbell and Jordan Cropley.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/09 at 10:53 am

Kilmarnock manager Jim Jefferies scotches reports his players are threatening to strike over the club's decision to withdraw a coaching offer from Gary Locke.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/09 at 10:57 am

AC Milan reject Chelsea offer for Italian international Andrea Pirlo

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/09 at 4:02 pm

RUGBY UNION: Morne Steyn scores Tri-Nations record 31 points as South Africa beat New Zealand 31-19

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/09 at 4:03 pm

GOLF: Scot Catriona Matthew takes three-shot lead into final round of Women's British Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/09 at 4:03 pm

FOOTBALL: Man City enter race to sign Leeds midfielder Fabian Delph

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/09 at 4:03 pm

FOOTBALL: AC Milan reject Chelsea offer for Italian international Andrea Pirlo

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/09 at 4:04 pm

SWIMMING WORLDS: Briton Jo Jackson wins silver in 800m freestyle, Rebecca Adlington misses out on medal

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Written By: Frank on 08/01/09 at 4:35 pm

Tiger Woods now 1 shot behind the leader.

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Written By: Frank on 08/01/09 at 4:38 pm

David Ortiz (left) and Manny Ramirez are at a loss for words about their 2003 positive tests for PEDs.

(as if they didn't know)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/09 at 5:16 pm

Tiger Woods now 1 shot behind the leader.
I must see some of the final round tomorrow.

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Written By: Frank on 08/01/09 at 7:22 pm

I must see some of the final round tomorrow.

Looks like a win to me for Tiger.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/02/09 at 4:51 am

Looks like a win to me for Tiger.
Tiger Woods put in another impressive display to take a one-shot lead going into the final round of the Buick Open.

Woods began the day four shots behind halfway leader John Senden of Australia but fired a seven-under round of 65 to move well into contention on 17 under.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/02/09 at 10:02 am

BOXING: Devon Alexander beats Junior Witter to claim vacant WBC light-welterweight belt

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/02/09 at 10:03 am

RUGBY LEAGUE: Super League result - Castleford 28-46 Hull KR

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/02/09 at 10:03 am

RUGBY LEAGUE: New Zealand legend Stacey Jones is set to retire at the end of the season

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/02/09 at 11:11 am

American Venus Williams and Marion Bartoli of France will meet on Sunday to contest the WTA Bank of the West Classic title in Stanford, California.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/02/09 at 12:12 pm

Sweden's Oskar Henningsson claimed his first European Tour title when he won the Moravia Silesia Open by two strokes in the Czech Republic.

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Written By: nally on 08/02/09 at 1:39 pm

good guy to root for.

I think so too. He seems to be really good.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/02/09 at 2:08 pm

Liam Tancock won Britain's second gold at the World Championships in Rome and lowered his own world record in the final of the 50m backstroke.

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Written By: nally on 08/02/09 at 2:11 pm

American Venus Williams and Marion Bartoli of France will meet on Sunday to contest the WTA Bank of the West Classic title in Stanford, California.

I'm rooting for Venus.

And it's in California...that should be good.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/02/09 at 2:33 pm

I'm rooting for Venus.

And it's in California...that should be good.
A home fixture ?

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Written By: nally on 08/02/09 at 2:35 pm

A home fixture ?

Well, California is a big state...so I think it should be a good match.

In 2002, the World Series (in Major League Baseball) was played entirely in California for the first time since 1989.

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Written By: Frank on 08/02/09 at 7:38 pm

Tiger Woods put in another impressive display to take a one-shot lead going into the final round of the Buick Open.

Woods began the day four shots behind halfway leader John Senden of Australia but fired a seven-under round of 65 to move well into contention on 17 under.

Tiger Wins!

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Written By: Frank on 08/02/09 at 9:20 pm

Baltimore scores 10 runs against Boston, but Boston scores 18

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/09 at 1:13 am

Tiger Wins!
I heard but failed to watch it.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/09 at 1:15 am

TENNIS: Maria Sharapova into second round of LA Championships with 6-0 6-4 win over Jarmila Groth

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/09 at 1:15 am

FOOTBALL: Blackburn sign Chelsea striker Franco Di Santo on loan until January

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/09 at 1:16 am

RFU HEARING: Michael Lipman, Alex Crockett & Andrew Higgins face nine-month suspension

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/09 at 7:47 am

FOOTBALL: Everton confirm they are interested in signing Arsenal defender Philippe Senderos

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/09 at 7:47 am

FOOTBALL: Martin Ling resigns as Cambridge Utd boss - nine days after taking job, BBC Sport understands

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/09 at 7:47 am

TENNIS: Maria Sharapova into second round of LA Championships with 6-0 6-4 win over Jarmila Groth

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/09 at 10:33 am

RUGBY LEAGUE: Castleford Tigers centre James Evans and winger Michael Wainwright have been given new contracts.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/09 at 10:33 am

Spanish cyclist Mikel Astarloza has protested his innocence after testing positive for blood-booster EPO.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/09 at 11:17 am

Livingston could be demoted from Division One should they fail to lodge a financial bond on Wednesday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/09 at 11:17 am

Third Division club Queen's Park have announced the signing of midfielder Martin McBride.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/09 at 11:50 am

Rangers striker Steven Naismith speaks to the media after being called up to the Scotland squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifying match against Norway.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/09 at 1:55 pm

Liverpool reach an agreement to sell midfielder Xabi Alonso to Real Madrid, subject to a medical.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/09 at 2:37 pm

FOOTBALL: Aston Villa complete the signing of Fabian Delph from Leeds United for undisclosed fee

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/09 at 2:38 pm

FOOTBALL: Tottenham's Darren Bent passes medical at Sunderland and is set to seal move on Wednesday

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/09 at 3:20 pm

Junior Witter expects to return to the ring despite his emphatic WBC light-welterweight defeat by Devon Alexander in California.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/09 at 3:34 pm

Kildare boss and former Armagh captain Kieran McGeeney rules himself out of becoming the new Orchard football manager.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/09 at 3:45 pm

HOCKEY: Essex's Olympic hockey player Jonty Clarke eyes his 100th England cap at the European Championships.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 08/04/09 at 4:57 pm

GO CANADA!!!! Yankees play Toronto

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 08/04/09 at 5:09 pm

Tiger Wins!

Awesome!!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 08/04/09 at 5:09 pm

GO CANADA!!!! Yankees play Toronto

The Jays need to win for sure.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 08/04/09 at 5:19 pm

Jeremy Roenick will announce his retirement from the NHL tomorrow. I like him, he always spoke how he felt. Always a good interview.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 08/04/09 at 10:23 pm

The Jays need to win for sure.

but they didn't :(

They'll have another shot tomorrow though.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 08/04/09 at 11:25 pm

but they didn't :(

They'll have another shot tomorrow though.

Yanks win, Red Sox lose ------> Frank has bad night.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/09 at 12:50 am

BOXING: Briton Junior Witter expects to return to the ring despite his emphatic WBC light-welterweight defeat by Devon Alexander in California.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/09 at 2:01 am

Livingston's new controlling consortium says the £720,000 bond asked for by the Scottish Football League is excessive.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/09 at 5:31 am

Ferrari have hit back at the teams who blocked Michael Schumacher from testing this season's car before his F1 return.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/09 at 7:59 am

ATHLETICS: British high jumper Germaine Mason to miss World Championships because of injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/09 at 1:32 pm

FOOTBALL: Celtic beat Dinamo Moscow 2-1 on aggregate to win their third round Champions Lg qualifier

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/09 at 1:32 pm

Sunderland complete the signing of striker Darren Bent from Tottenham for £10m

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/09 at 1:33 pm

The funeral of former England manager Sir Bobby Robson has been held today at a private family service.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/09 at 4:43 pm

FORMULA 1: Michael Schumacher will have to undergo tests on his neck to see if he can return for Ferrari

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Written By: Frank on 08/05/09 at 7:14 pm

FORMULA 1: Michael Schumacher will have to undergo tests on his neck to see if he can return for Ferrari

Does anyone expect him to fail these tests?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/09 at 12:43 am

FOOTBALL: Celtic beat Dinamo Moscow 2-1 on aggregate to win their third round Champions League qualifier

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/09 at 12:43 am

FOOTBALL: Livingston relegated to Scottish Third Division after breaching league insolvency rules

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/09 at 12:55 am

BOXING: Junior Witter expects to return to the ring despite his emphatic WBC light-welterweight defeat by Devon Alexander in California.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/09 at 1:00 am

Former world number one Ana Ivanovic makes hard work of her second-round win over American Vania King at the LA Women's Tennis Championships in Los Angeles.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/09 at 9:33 am

FOOTBALL: AC Milan reach agreement with Real Madrid to sign Klaas-Jan Huntelaar

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Written By: anabel on 08/06/09 at 5:21 pm

OH MAN!!!!! Do these guys EVER learn?! >:(

Magic's Lewis fails drug test, must sit 10 games

Updated: August 6, 2009, 5:25 PM EDT
NEW YORK (AP) - Orlando Magic forward Rashard Lewis tested positive for an elevated testosterone level and was suspended Thursday for 10 games.

Lewis said in a statement that he took an over-the-counter supplement late last season that included a substance he did not realize was banned by the NBA.

"First and foremost I take full responsibility for the situation and accept the corresponding penalty," Lewis said. "I apologize to Magic fans, my teammates and this organization for not doing the research that should come with good judgment."

He will be suspended without pay for the first 10 regular-season games for which he is eligible and physically able to play.

The Orlando Sentinel first reported the positive test Thursday. Citing unidentified league sources, the newspaper reported the supplement contained DHEA, a steroids precursor.

"I hope every athlete can learn from my mistake that supplements, no matter how innocent they seem, should only be taken after consulting an expert in the field," Lewis said in his statement.

The 29-year-old Lewis averaged 19.0 points in the playoffs to help lead the Magic to the NBA finals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/09 at 7:24 am

EUROPA LEAGUE DRAW: D Zagreb v Hearts; Everton v Sigma O; Fulham v Amkar Perm; Rapid Vienna v A Villa

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/09 at 11:39 am

CHAMPIONS LEAGUE DRAW: Celtic to play Arsenal in play-off to reach group stages

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/09 at 11:56 am

SNOOKER: O'Sullivan has been fined £300 by World Snooker for prematurely conceding a frame at last season's UK Championship in Telford.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/09 at 12:05 pm

Michael Schumacher has continued his preparations for a return to Formula 1 with a second day of kart racing.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/09 at 2:54 pm

Defending champion Juan Martin del Potro progressed to the semi-finals of the ATP Legg Mason Tennis Classic in Washington DC by virtue of a walkover.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/09 at 2:54 pm

Top seed Andy Roddick reached the last eight of the ATP Legg Mason Tennis Classic in Washington DC with a 7-6 (7-4) 6-4 win against Sam Querrey.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/09 at 2:55 pm

Sixth seed Marin Cilic suffered a shock second-round defeat by Indian qualifier Somdev Devvarman in the ATP Legg Mason Tennis Classic in Washington DC.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/09 at 2:56 pm

Springboks prop Brian Mujati is released early to join Northampton in time for the start of the Guinness Premiership season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/09 at 2:56 pm

Northampton Saints head coach Jim Mallinder says that his side should improve on last season's campaign.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/09 at 2:57 pm

Summer recruit Sam Norton-Knight says he is ready to step forward and claim the fly-half jersey at Cardiff Blues.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/09 at 2:57 pm

Leeds are set to be without full-back Leigh Hinton for the next two months after injuring his shoulder.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/09 at 4:04 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE: Super League result - Salford 16-18 Catalans Dragons.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/08/09 at 2:46 am

Overnight leader Padraig Harrington shot a 69 to maintain his clubhouse lead after two rounds of the World Golf Championship event in Ohio.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/08/09 at 2:46 am

Maria Sharapova overcame some problems with her serve to beat eighth seed Urszula Radwanska and reach the semi-finals of the LA Championships.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/08/09 at 2:46 am

World number one Dinara Safina was dumped out of the LA Championships by China's Zheng Jie.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/08/09 at 4:16 am

Spanish cyclist Mikel Astarloza has protested his innocence after testing positive for blood-booster EPO.

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Written By: Frank on 08/08/09 at 12:43 pm

Theoren Fleury wishes to return to the NHL

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/08/09 at 2:20 pm

Theoren Fleury wishes to return to the NHL
Is he previously retired?

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Written By: Frank on 08/08/09 at 5:23 pm

Is he previously retired?

He retired, then tried to come back. Has had several substance abuse problems (drinking). For awhile, he decided to play in Ireland (while trying to fix his drinking problem. Ireland? Wrong place to go if you want to quit drinking)

He's been banned from the NHL due to his substance abuse problem. Now at age 41 he wants to return.

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Written By: nally on 08/08/09 at 10:09 pm

Yanks win, Red Sox lose ------> Frank has bad night.

Unfortunately, that's how it has been each of the past 3 days, when they faced e.o. head to head. Those Sox need to fight back tomorrow night! >:(

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Written By: Frank on 08/08/09 at 11:57 pm

Unfortunately, that's how it has been each of the past 3 days, when they faced e.o. head to head. Those Sox need to fight back tomorrow night! >:(

Fight for the right to A Wild card.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/09/09 at 4:34 am

GOLF: Padraig Harrington shoots 67 to lead Tiger Woods by three strokes at Firestone Country Club

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/09/09 at 4:34 am

TENNIS: Flavia Pennetta beats Maria Sharapova 6-2 4-6 6-3 to reach LA final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/09/09 at 4:35 am

BADMINTON: England withdraw from world championships in Hyderabad, India, after terrorist threat to event

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/09/09 at 4:37 am

RUGBY LEAGUE: Warrington held off a second-half Wigan fightback to reach their first Challenge Cup final since 1990 after a thrilling victory.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/09/09 at 11:54 am

RUGBY LEAGUE: Huddersfield beat St Helens 24-14 in Challenge Cup semi-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/09/09 at 11:54 am

CRICKET: Pakistan beat Sri Lanka by 132 runs in fifth one-day international; Sri Lanka win series 3-2

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/09/09 at 11:55 am

SAILING:

The infamous Fastnet yacht race is under way from the Isle of Wight on the 30th anniversary of the ferocious storm that claimed 15 lives.

In 1979, the fleet was hit by fierce winds and huge seas as it sailed the 608 miles from Cowes to the Fastnet rock off Ireland and back to Plymouth.

This year, 300 boats set sail in the classic biennial race, which has since seen strict safety rules imposed.

The 100ft Icap Leopard holds the record of 44 hours 18 minutes.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/09/09 at 1:05 pm

GOLF: England's Karen Stupples wins Wales Ladies Championship at Harlech

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Written By: nally on 08/09/09 at 3:26 pm

Fight for the right to A Wild card.

Yeah!

And the Dud-gers need to reclaim the best record in the MLB. The Wankees don't deserve it.

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Written By: Frank on 08/09/09 at 7:27 pm

Tiger Woods wins again: 70th Title.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/10/09 at 1:32 am

Tiger Woods wins again: 70th Title.
The WGC Bridgestone Invitational in Ohio?

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Written By: Frank on 08/10/09 at 1:36 am

The WGC Bridgestone Invitational in Ohio?

Yes. 7th time he won it.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/10/09 at 1:41 am

Yes. 7th time he won it.
By how many strokes?

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Written By: Frank on 08/10/09 at 1:43 am

By how many strokes?

Fore Four, I think. Next tournament is PGA, one of the 4 majors.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/10/09 at 1:46 am

Fore Four, I think. Next tournament is PGA, one of the 4 majors.
Watchout for him in that then?

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Written By: Frank on 08/10/09 at 1:53 am

Watchout for him in that then?

I would think so.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/10/09 at 1:54 am

I would think so.
Where will the PGA be played this year?

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Written By: Frank on 08/10/09 at 2:02 am

Where will the PGA be played this year?

PGA be played this year at Hazeltine National Gold Club, Chaska, Minnesota

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/10/09 at 2:08 am

PGA be played this year at Hazeltine National Gold Club, Chaska, Minnesota
It sounds like a regular course that has hosted the tournament before.

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Written By: Frank on 08/10/09 at 2:17 am

It sounds like a regular course that has hosted the tournament before.

Not sure. Don't know that much about the course.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/10/09 at 2:25 am

Not sure. Don't know that much about the course.
Let me research on that.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/10/09 at 2:26 am

Not sure. Don't know that much about the course.
Major tournaments hosted at Hazeltine National:
Year Tournament Winner
1966 U.S. Women’s Open Sandra Spuzich
1970 U.S. Open Tony Jacklin
1977 U.S. Women’s Open Hollis Stacy
1983 U.S. Senior Open Billy Casper
1991 U.S. Open Payne Stewart
1994 U.S. Mid-Amateur Championship Tim Jackson
2002 PGA Championship Rich Beem
2006 U.S. Amateur Championship Richie Ramsay
2009 PGA Championship TBD
2016 Ryder Cup TBD

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Written By: Frank on 08/10/09 at 2:29 am

Major tournaments hosted at Hazeltine National:
Year Tournament Winner
1966 U.S. Women’s Open Sandra Spuzich
1970 U.S. Open Tony Jacklin
1977 U.S. Women’s Open Hollis Stacy
1983 U.S. Senior Open Billy Casper
1991 U.S. Open Payne Stewart
1994 U.S. Mid-Amateur Championship Tim Jackson
2002 PGA Championship Rich Beem
2006 U.S. Amateur Championship Richie Ramsay
2009 PGA Championship TBD
2016 Ryder Cup TBD

Good research

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/10/09 at 2:33 am

Good research
Tony Jacklin winning in 1970 was the reason for me knowing that course from somewhere.

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Written By: Frank on 08/10/09 at 2:34 am

Tony Jacklin winning in 1970 was the reason for me knowing that course from somewhere.

Tony Jacklin, that's a name from the past.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/10/09 at 2:36 am

Tony Jacklin, that's a name from the past.
I saw him a tournament back in 1974.

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Written By: Frank on 08/10/09 at 2:37 am

I saw him a tournament back in 1974.

He is British, I believe

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/10/09 at 10:48 am

CRICKET: ICC anti-corruption unit satisfied Pakistan players did not meet Sri Lankan bookmakers

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/10/09 at 10:48 am

He is British, I believe
At the height of his career he was number one in the world.

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Written By: Frank on 08/10/09 at 11:32 am

At the height of his career he was number one in the world.

This must have been in the late 60's?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/10/09 at 12:05 pm

This must have been in the late 60's?
Tony Jacklin, in 1969 became the first British player to win The Open Championship for 18 years. The following season he won the U.S. Open. It was the first victory by a British player in that tournament since 1925, and as of 2009, it remains the only one by any European in the post-World War II era.

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Written By: nally on 08/10/09 at 12:23 pm

The WGC Bridgestone Invitational in Ohio?

Yes. 7th time he won it.

excellent 8)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/10/09 at 12:32 pm

Casey Stoner will miss the next three MotoGP races as the Australian continues his recovery from illness.

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Written By: Frank on 08/10/09 at 12:33 pm

excellent 8)

Things are going quite well for Tiger. It was thought that after his knee operation, he might never be what he used to me. He's won 2 tournaments in a row. That question has been answered, I think.

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Written By: nally on 08/10/09 at 12:35 pm

Things are going quite well for Tiger. It was thought that after his knee operation, he might never be what he used to be. He's won 2 tournaments in a row. That question has been answered, I think.

Some pro athletes have had various operations and improved as a result, but others have continued to struggle.

Those whom have struggled, include pro baseball pitcher Jason Schmidt, who has landed back on the D.L. ::)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/10/09 at 12:41 pm

Some pro athletes have had various operations and improved as a result, but others have continued to struggle.

Those whom have struggled, include pro baseball pitcher Jason Schmidt, who has landed back on the D.L. ::)
Cricketer andrew 'Freddy' Flintoff is struggling with his knee, and without him playing in the last match England lost. We do need him for the final test match at the Oval to beat Australia. Then after that he retires for test cricket.

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Written By: Frank on 08/10/09 at 3:28 pm

NHLs Patrick Kane arrested yesterday in Buffalo. Patrick Kane, a star player for the Chicago Blackhawks, was arrested for pummeling a cabbie.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/11/09 at 2:45 am

Today (August 11th) in 1929, Babe Ruth becomes the first baseball player to hit 500 home runs in his career with a home run at League Park in Cleveland, Ohio.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/11/09 at 4:23 am

Michael Schumacher abandons his Formula 1 comeback because of a neck injury he suffered in a motoribike crash in February.

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Written By: ninny on 08/11/09 at 6:42 am

Things are going quite well for Tiger. It was thought that after his knee operation, he might never be what he used to me. He's won 2 tournaments in a row. That question has been answered, I think.

I see he is being fined:
Tiger Woods will be fined by the PGA Tour for his public criticism of a rules official after winning the Bridgestone Invitational, a tour official said Monday.

The official spoke on condition of anonymity because the tour does not publicize fines.

Woods was bothered after his four-shot victory Sunday because he and Padraig Harrington were put on the clock at the par-5 16th. He said that caused Harrington to rush three difficult shots, leading to triple

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Written By: nally on 08/11/09 at 11:29 am

In the WNBA, Lisa Leslie becomes the first player to score 6,000 career points.

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Written By: Frank on 08/11/09 at 12:39 pm

In the WNBA, Lisa Leslie becomes the first player to score 6,000 career points.

That league is still active? (gets NO air-time in Canada)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/11/09 at 12:39 pm

Britain's Andy Murray plays his first match since Wimbledon against Frenchman Jeremy Chardy at the Montreal Masters.

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Written By: nally on 08/11/09 at 12:40 pm

That league is still active? (gets NO air-time in Canada)

Of course! (I didn't realize it was so overlooked there.) I guess all the teams must be confined to the US.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/11/09 at 12:41 pm

Britain's Andy Murray plays his first match since Wimbledon against Frenchman Jeremy Chardy at the Montreal Masters.
The match is on right now.

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Written By: Frank on 08/11/09 at 1:05 pm

Michael Schumacher called off his much-anticipated Formula One comeback because of lingering neck injuries from a motorcycle crash six months ago. Just came on the news.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/11/09 at 1:09 pm

Michael Schumacher abandons his Formula 1 comeback because of a neck injury he suffered in a motoribike crash in February.

Michael Schumacher called off his much-anticipated Formula One comeback because of lingering neck injuries from a motorcycle crash six months ago. Just came on the news.
It is said that his neck would stand the pace due to the extreme stresses caused by F1. These are the clear results of the examinations done on the course of the past two weeks and the final examination on Monday afternoon.

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Written By: Frank on 08/11/09 at 1:12 pm

It is said that his neck would stand the pace due to the extreme stresses caused by F1. These are the clear results of the examinations done on the course of the past two weeks and the final examination on Monday afternoon.

Oh, I missed your original post.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/11/09 at 1:13 pm

Oh, I missed your original post.
Andy Murray is playing iin Montreal.

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Written By: Frank on 08/11/09 at 1:18 pm

Andy Murray is playing iin Montreal.

Canadian open?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/11/09 at 1:24 pm

Canadian open?
The Montreal Masters

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Written By: Frank on 08/11/09 at 1:33 pm

The Montreal Masters

At Jarry Park?

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Written By: Frank on 08/11/09 at 3:04 pm

The Montreal Masters

At Uniprix stadium.
The stadium used to be called "Jarry Park". The Montreal Expos Baseball team played in that location from 1969 to 1976, and then moved into Montreal's Olympic Stadium after 1976. I have been to approx 100 baseball games at Jarry Park during that time. The tickets for the seast in the back (called "The Bleachers" ) used to cost 50 cents per person.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/11/09 at 3:05 pm

Andy Murray cruises past Frenchman Jeremy Chardy in straight sets to reach the third round of the Montreal Masters.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/11/09 at 3:05 pm

Rafael Nadal does not expect a swift return to winning ways as he defends his Rogers Cup title in Canada.

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Written By: Frank on 08/11/09 at 3:07 pm

Andy Murray cruises past Frenchman Jeremy Chardy in straight sets to reach the third round of the Montreal Masters.

Seeded 3rd.
Some reports here have him as Scottish, and others as British. ???

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/09 at 1:40 am

FOOTBALL: George Burley insists Scotland can still qualify despite defeat in Oslo

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/09 at 1:41 am

Seeded 3rd.
Some reports here have him as Scottish, and others as British. ???
At Wimbledon it was British if he won a match and Scottish when he lost.

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Written By: Frank on 08/13/09 at 1:47 am

At Wimbledon it was British if he won a match and Scottish when he lost.

Of course... :)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/09 at 2:02 am

Substitute Jermain Defoe scores both goals as England draw 2-2 against the Netherlands

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/09 at 2:32 am

Britain's Paula Radcliffe will run in this weekend's New York City half-marathon, with a view to gauging her fitness for the World Championships.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/09 at 2:32 am

Women's boxing is expected to be included in the Olympic programme, with more medals available for women across the board at London 2012.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/09 at 2:33 am

Women's boxing is expected to be included in the Olympic programme, with more medals available for women across the board at London 2012.
...or just stage Cat Fights in Croydon at Closing Time?

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Written By: Frank on 08/13/09 at 3:03 am

MLB: Boston's Youkilis, and Detroit's Porcello suspended 5 games for their altercation (fight) yesterday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/09 at 2:02 pm

Britain's Andy Murray produced a blistering display to defeat Juan Carlos Ferrero and reach the quarter-finals of the Montreal Masters.

The world number three hit top form from the outset in fiercely hot conditions, racing to a 6-1 6-3 win

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Written By: Frank on 08/13/09 at 5:19 pm

Tiger Woods leads after the 1st round of the PGA.

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Written By: Frank on 08/14/09 at 1:56 am

Micheal Vick signs 1-year contract with...Philadelphia Eagles.

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Written By: anabel on 08/14/09 at 7:12 am

^ 8-P

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 08/14/09 at 3:44 pm

Tiger woods still leading at PGA

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Written By: Frank on 08/14/09 at 7:33 pm

Tiger ahead by 4 shots after the second round in the PGA.
No surprise here.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/09 at 4:11 am

Basketball: A patched-up Great Britain side lose 70-56 to Poland in their first game of the Game On tournament.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/09 at 4:12 am

Alistair Brownlee and Helen Jenkins will be the Brits to watch at the London leg of triathlon's World Championship Series on Saturday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/09 at 4:14 am

RUGBY LEAGUE: Super League results - Leeds 76-12 Castleford; Wigan 36-16 Warrington

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Henk on 08/15/09 at 5:00 am

RUGBY LEAGUE: Super League results - Leeds 76-12 Castleford; Wigan 36-16 Warrington

Please remind us why Castleford are in the Super League in the first place.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/09 at 5:07 am

Please remind us why Castleford are in the Super League in the first place.
In a disappointing season the Castleford Tigers finished bottom of the Super League; however with no relegation for the first time in Super League history, the club was not overly concerned about that result. Their main concern in 2008 was fighting for a licence to play in the 2009 season. The 14 clubs who received a licence would, barring catastrophic financial reverses, stay in the Super League for at least 3 years with no risk of relegation. Ultimately, all of the teams from Super League XIII (2008), plus Celtic Crusaders and Salford, were accepted.

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Written By: Henk on 08/15/09 at 5:12 am

In a disappointing season the Castleford Tigers finished bottom of the Super League; however with no relegation for the first time in Super League history, the club was not overly concerned about that result. Their main concern in 2008 was fighting for a licence to play in the 2009 season. The 14 clubs who received a licence would, barring catastrophic financial reverses, stay in the Super League for at least 3 years with no risk of relegation. Ultimately, all of the teams from Super League XIII (2008), plus Celtic Crusaders and Salford, were accepted.

Ah, I see.

So basically, Castleford are rubbish, but they can't relegate (for the next three years), so they don't mind. ;D

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/09 at 5:19 am

Ah, I see.

So basically, Castleford are rubbish, but they can't relegate (for the next three years), so they don't mind. ;D
There is more on wiki about all this.

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Written By: Frank on 08/15/09 at 12:33 pm

Tiger has never lost when leading a major after the 2nd round. He is 8 for 8

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/09 at 1:57 pm

Tiger Woods made an emphatic statement of intent with a round of 70 to open up a four-shot lead at the halfway stage of the USPGA Championship at Hazeltine.

The world number one climbed to seven under and beat off the challenges of Padraig Harrington and Ross Fisher to stamp his authority on the tournament.

Harrington and Fisher both fell back into a tie for second alongside Vijay Singh, Brendan Jones and Lucas Glover.

Lee Westwood and Ian Poulter finished two under with Ernie Els one back.

But the day belonged to Woods, who is chasing a 15th major title and a record-equalling fifth USPGA crown.

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Written By: Frank on 08/15/09 at 2:01 pm

Tiger has begun his day and now has a 3 shot lead over Lucas Glover

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 08/15/09 at 3:18 pm

Tiger has begun his day and now has a 3 shot lead over Lucas Glover

Tiger's lead is now 2 strokes

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/09 at 3:23 pm

Tiger's lead is now 2 strokes
Who is catching up with him?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 08/15/09 at 4:30 pm

Who is catching up with him?

Now a 1 shot lead over Padraig Harrington

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 08/15/09 at 4:32 pm

Tennis: Andy Murray wins his semi-final match and is now # 2 in the world behind Federer. First time since 2005 that neither Nadal not Federer are #2

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Written By: Frank on 08/15/09 at 6:16 pm

Golf: Tiger leads by 2 shots ahead of Yang & Harrington after the third round.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/09 at 3:00 pm

WORLD ATHLETICS: Usain Bolt wins 100m in world record time of 9.58 seconds; Tyson Gay (9.71) second

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/09 at 3:00 pm

WORLD ATHLETICS: Great Britain's Jessica Ennis wins heptathlon gold after winning her 800m heat

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Written By: Frank on 08/16/09 at 4:26 pm

WORLD ATHLETICS: Usain Bolt wins 100m in world record time of 9.58 seconds; Tyson Gay (9.71) second

I saw this on TV too. Great run

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Written By: Frank on 08/16/09 at 4:47 pm

Tennis: Andy Murray wins Canadian open in 3 sets

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Written By: Frank on 08/16/09 at 5:28 pm

Tiger now trailing by 1 shot. What a choker he is..he should retire, his career is over... :D :D

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Written By: loki 13 on 08/16/09 at 7:55 pm

The Phillies are in a rain delay so I'm watching the Regional Finals for the Little League World Series.
Anyone else watching this, and have you seen the kid pitching for S. California. The kid towers over
everyone else, he looks like he should be playing college ball not Little League.

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Written By: nally on 08/16/09 at 9:15 pm

Michael Vick signs 1-year contract with...Philadelphia Eagles.

I wonder if he will be booed when he takes the field. ???

^ 8-P

Agreed! >:(

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Written By: nally on 08/16/09 at 9:32 pm

The Phillies are in a rain delay so I'm watching the Regional Finals for the Little League World Series.
Anyone else watching this, and have you seen the kid pitching for S. California. The kid towers over
everyone else, he looks like he should be playing college ball not Little League.

by the way, the game is finally being played now. Philly leads 1-0 in the 4th.

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Written By: Frank on 08/17/09 at 12:18 am

I wonder if he will be booed when he takes the field. ???

There will be some that boo, everywhere he goes. Even when he's on the sidelines, which might be often. He's not playing the first few weeks and he's still a back-up to Donovan, so unless Donovan gets hurt or struggles, we might now see Vick much.

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Written By: nally on 08/17/09 at 12:41 pm

There will be some that boo, everywhere he goes. Even when he's on the sidelines, which might be often. He's not playing the first few weeks and he's still a back-up to Donovan, so unless Donovan gets hurt or struggles, we might now see Vick much.

So we'll be seeing Vick unless Donovan falters? I.o.w, see both of them together? I'm confused.

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Written By: Frank on 08/17/09 at 12:52 pm

So we'll be seeing Vick unless Donovan falters? I.o.w, see both of them together? I'm confused.

Yikes, thanks for catching me typo Jeff. What I meant to write was "we might not see Vick much."

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Written By: nally on 08/17/09 at 12:55 pm

Yikes, thanks for catching me typo Jeff. What I meant to write was "we might not see Vick much."

Yes, that makes much more sense. :) I certainly hope that holds true.

Not that I watch football much anyways...

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/17/09 at 12:55 pm

We have ESPN on our tv now, and I watching some of the Detroit v Kansas City game.

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Written By: Frank on 08/17/09 at 1:01 pm

We have ESPN on our tv now, and I watching some of the Detroit v Kansas City game.

Baseball?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/17/09 at 1:05 pm

Baseball?
Yes indeed, now I will have to learn the rules and gameplay.

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Written By: Frank on 08/17/09 at 1:23 pm

Yes indeed, now I will have to learn the rules and gameplay.

There are many rules. I tried to explain the rules to my wife and it didn't

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Written By: nally on 08/17/09 at 2:03 pm

Less than 6 months till the winter Olympics in Vancouver

It'll be here before you know it!

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Written By: Frank on 08/17/09 at 2:31 pm

It'll be here before you know it!

The athlete's village hasn't been completed yet, construction still going on.

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Written By: nally on 08/17/09 at 2:32 pm

The athlete's village hasn't been completed yet, construction still going on.

I hope they can get it all finished in time.

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Written By: Frank on 08/17/09 at 2:41 pm

I hope they can get it all finished in time.

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Written By: nally on 08/17/09 at 2:44 pm

huh?

You quoted my post, but didn't say anything in reply. ???

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Written By: Frank on 08/17/09 at 2:47 pm

huh?

You quoted my post, but didn't say anything in reply. ???

Guess something odd happened there.

Lots of construction workers are working overtime to ensure the village will be complete.

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Written By: nally on 08/18/09 at 1:36 pm

So...the Washington Nationals signed a guy who was just drafted a couple months ago.

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Written By: Frank on 08/18/09 at 1:53 pm

Brett Favre unretires again.
One question I have:

Why? :\'(

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/19/09 at 12:46 am

Great Britain's Phillips Idowu clinches triple jump gold at the World Athletics Championships, but Christine Ohuruogu misses out on a medal in the 400m.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/19/09 at 1:22 pm

Usain Bolt wins his 200m semi-final as Britain's Michael Bingham qualifies for the men's 400m final on Friday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/20/09 at 2:14 am

TENNIS: Andy Murray beats Nicolas Almagro 7-6 (7-3) 6-2 at Cincinnati Masters

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/20/09 at 2:15 am

Great Britain's Jenny Meadows judged her finish to perfection to claim a bronze medal in the 800m final at the World Championships in Berlin.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/20/09 at 2:16 am

New world 800m champion Caster Semenya has been asked to take a gender test, according to athletics' governing body.

The International Association of Athletics Federations says it demanded the test three weeks ago amid fears she should not be able to run as a woman.

IAAF spokesman Nick Davies said the "extremely complex, difficult" test results were not due for several weeks.

The South African athletics federation insists it is "completely sure" that Semenya, 18, is a female.

"We would not have entered her in the female competition if we had any doubts," said a statement.

Semenya won gold in impressive fashion on Wednesday, leaving her rivals trailing as she won in a time of one minute, 55.45 seconds.

Defending champion Janeth Jepkosgei was second, a massive 2.45 seconds adrift, with Britain's Jenny Meadows taking bronze.

Semenya did not attend a post-race news conference following her success, but IAAF secretary general Pierre Weiss did appear before the media.

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Written By: Frank on 08/20/09 at 3:08 pm

Usain Bolt won the 200m gold at worlds on Thursday with a record time of 19.19, shattering his own world mark set in Beijing.

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Written By: Frank on 08/20/09 at 3:12 pm

The Washington Capitals confirmed Thursday that goaltender José Théodore's two-month-old son has died.

The son of the former Montreal Canadien passed away last week, but the cause of death remains unknown.
Theodore was the NHL MVP just a few years ago.

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Written By: nally on 08/20/09 at 10:34 pm

TENNIS: Andy Murray beats Nicolas Almagro 7-6 (7-3) 6-2 at Cincinnati Masters

I know you explained to me a while back about how tennis scoring works in a match, and that it's usually 6-something for someone to win one set...but if there's a 5-5, the next point would give one side a 6-5 and another set would need to be played?

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Written By: Frank on 08/20/09 at 11:28 pm

I know you explained to me a while back about how tennis scoring works in a match, and that it's usually 6-something for someone to win one set...but if there's a 5-5, the next point would give one side a 6-5 and another set would need to be played?

If it's 5-5 in a set, you need 7 to win.
1) Whoever wins the next game, it's 6-5 for them. If they win the game after that, they win the set 7-5
2) Whoever wins the next game, it's 6-5 for them. If they lose the next game, it's 6-6 and a tie breaker needs to be played. Frist player to get 7 points (and win by at least 2 points) wins the set. or
3) If some tournaments, (Like Wimbledon) , the final set if different, and you keep playing until someone wins by 2 games (sometimes it's 19-17 and takes forever to play)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/09 at 2:32 am

...3) If some tournaments, (Like Wimbledon) , the final set if different, and you keep playing until someone wins by 2 games (sometimes it's 19-17 and takes forever to play)

Like this year, Roger Federer beat Andy Roddick by 5–7, 7–6(8–6), 7–6(7–5), 3–6, 16–14.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/09 at 4:03 am

Usain Bolt wins his 200m semi-final as Britain's Michael Bingham qualifies for the men's 400m final on Friday.
http://newsimg.bbc.co.uk/media/images/46239000/jpg/_46239382_bolt_record260.jpg

http://newsimg.bbc.co.uk/media/images/46239000/jpg/_46239438_boltpose.jpg

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/09 at 4:10 am

FORMULA 1: Sebastian Vettel signs new deal with Red Bull until 2011

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/09 at 4:10 am

FOOTBALL: Hibernian sign Sunderland striker Anthony Stokes for an undisclosed fee

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/09 at 4:14 am

HORSE RACING: Dar Re Mi beats dual Oaks-winning filly Sariska to clinch the Yorkshire Oaks on day three of the Ebor Festival at York.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/09 at 1:27 pm

TENNIS: Andy Murray beats Julien Benneteau 4-6 6-3 6-1 to reach Cincinnati Masters semi-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/09 at 1:28 pm

WORLD ATHLETICS: Great Britain's men qualify for the men's 4x100m relay final behind the USA

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/09 at 7:11 am

Qualifying for the European Grand Prix gets under way in Valencia as the Formula 1 championship battle hots up in Valencia.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/09 at 7:12 am

WORLD ATHLETICS: Kenya's Abel Kirui wins men's marathon in Berlin

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/09 at 7:12 am

RUGBY UNION: New Zealand beat Australia 19-18 in Tri-Nations match in Sydney

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Written By: anabel on 08/22/09 at 8:37 am

Tampa Bay is now on a short list of cities to potentially host a FIFA World Cup soccer tournament game in either 2018 or 2022. http://www.inthe00s.com/smile/15/sunny.gif

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Written By: Henk on 08/22/09 at 9:45 am

WORLD ATHLETICS: Great Britain's men qualify for the men's 4x100m relay final behind the USA

Team USA got disqualified, as they handed over the baton outside the zone.

The Dutch relay team (4th place) failed to qualify.

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Written By: Henk on 08/22/09 at 9:49 am

Qualifying for the European Grand Prix gets under way in Valencia as the Formula 1 championship battle hots up in Valencia.

The comeback of Luca Badoer in Formula 1 racing was...somewhat disappointing. He clocked the 20th (and dead slowest) time in First Qualifying session - which puts him in 20th slot on the starting grid for the race tomorrow.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/09 at 3:32 am

Team USA got disqualified, as they handed over the baton outside the zone.

The Dutch relay team (4th place) failed to qualify.
I missed that I was to busy watching the Ashes cricket.

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Written By: Henk on 08/23/09 at 11:14 am

Soccer shocker: Dutch women's team beat Ukraine 2 to 0 in the European Championship today. :)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/09 at 11:56 am

England have won the Ashes after beating Australia 2-1

England beat Australia by 197 runs in the final Test at The Oval to regain the Ashes.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/09 at 12:00 pm

Brawn's Rubens Barrichello snatches victory in the European Grand Prix and closes the gap on team-mate Jenson Button in the world championship race.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/09 at 12:45 pm

World number one Roger Federer takes on fourth seed Novak Djokovic in the final of the Cincinnati Masters.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/09 at 12:46 pm

World number one Roger Federer takes on fourth seed Novak Djokovic in the final of the Cincinnati Masters.
Does that mean tha Andy Murray lost yesterday.

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Written By: Frank on 08/23/09 at 5:49 pm

Does that mean tha Andy Murray lost yesterday.

You are responding to yourself?

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Written By: Henk on 08/24/09 at 12:11 am

You are responding to yourself?

Actually, he's questioning himself.

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Written By: Frank on 08/24/09 at 12:13 am

Actually, he's questioning himself.

You are correct.

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Written By: Henk on 08/24/09 at 12:13 am

Brawn's Rubens Barrichello snatches victory in the European Grand Prix and closes the gap on team-mate Jenson Button in the world championship race.

Barichello's first victory since 2004, when he was still driving for Ferrari. I think this makes him the oldest winner in Formula 1 ever, but I could be wrong.

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Written By: Frank on 08/24/09 at 12:37 am

Barichello's first victory since 2004, when he was still driving for Ferrari. I think this makes him the oldest winner in Formula 1 ever, but I could be wrong.

I searched this and read that Luigi Fagioli was the oldest to win, age 52 ( back in 1951)
Maybe the oldest in more modern history, but I think Nelson Piquet was almost 40 when he won his last race, I could be wrong though.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/24/09 at 2:15 am

Actually, he's questioning himself.
At that time, I did know if he won are not.

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Written By: Henk on 08/24/09 at 2:21 pm

I searched this and read that Luigi Fagioli was the oldest to win, age 52 ( back in 1951)
Maybe the oldest in more modern history, but I think Nelson Piquet was almost 40 when he won his last race, I could be wrong though.

Thanks for doing the research for me. :) Barichello isn't even in the Top 10 of oldest winners ever.
I think I got slightly confused, because Barichello is holding the record for # of Formula 1 starts - but that doesn't necessarily make him the oldest driver ever.

And Fagioli was 53 years and 22 days old at the time of his victory. :o
Of recent winners, Nigel Mansell was 41 years and 97 days at the time of his vicory in the Australian GP in 1994.
Well, I say 'recent', but boy...that's already 15 years ago!

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Written By: Frank on 08/24/09 at 4:36 pm

Thanks for doing the research for me. :) Barichello isn't even in the Top 10 of oldest winners ever.
I think I got slightly confused, because Barichello is holding the record for # of Formula 1 starts - but that doesn't necessarily make him the oldest driver ever.

And Fagioli was 53 years and 22 days old at the time of his victory. :o
Of recent winners, Nigel Mansell was 41 years and 97 days at the time of his vicory in the Australian GP in 1994.
Well, I say 'recent', but boy...that's already 15 years ago!

That was my favorite time for racing; when Piquet, Prost and Senna and Mansell were around.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/09 at 1:26 am

United States retain the Solheim Cup with a 16-12 victory over Europe.

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Written By: Frank on 08/25/09 at 5:33 pm

Michael Vick makes Eagles debut on Thursday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/26/09 at 4:26 am

The Football Association will investigate the violence that marred Tuesday's Carling Cup clash between West Ham and Millwall.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/26/09 at 4:28 am

Tests have revealed Caster Semenya's testosterone level to be three times higher than those normally expected in a female sample, BBC Sport understands.

Analysis prior to the World Athletics Championships coupled with her rapid improvement prompted calls for a gender test from the sport's governing body.

News of the test was made public just hours before the 18-year-old South African won 800m gold in Berlin.

A high level of testosterone does not always equate to a failed drugs test.

But the news will only increase speculation surrounding Semenya, who arrived back in South Africa to a rapturous welcome on Tuesday.

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Written By: Frank on 08/26/09 at 12:43 pm

Tests have revealed Caster Semenya's testosterone level to be three times higher than those normally expected in a female sample, BBC Sport understands.

Analysis prior to the World Athletics Championships coupled with her rapid improvement prompted calls for a gender test from the sport's governing body.

News of the test was made public just hours before the 18-year-old South African won 800m gold in Berlin.

A high level of testosterone does not always equate to a failed drugs test.

But the news will only increase speculation surrounding Semenya, who arrived back in South Africa to a rapturous welcome on Tuesday.

I hope they decide what to do with him/her soon.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/26/09 at 1:03 pm

I hope they decide what to do with him/her soon.
The London Olympics are only three years away now.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/26/09 at 2:07 pm

The Rugby Football Union could consider sanctions against Harlequins after the publication of Tom Williams' testimony at the fake blood hearing.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/26/09 at 2:07 pm

Arsenal and Celtic meet for a place in the group stage of the Champions League and there are seven Carling Cup second round ties.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/26/09 at 2:07 pm

Britain's world number three Paul Casey is out of this week's Barclays event in New Jersey, the first leg of the US Tour's FedEx Cup play-off series.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/26/09 at 2:14 pm

Australia's Ricky Ponting says he wants to continue as captain despite his team's defeat in the Ashes.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/09 at 3:06 am

CYCLING: Lance Armstrong's new team to make debut at Tour Down Under in January 2010

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/09 at 3:20 am

SAILING: GB Olympic Laser champion Paul Goodison wins world championship title

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/09 at 4:24 am

FOOTBALL: Scottish FA chief executive Gordon Smith calls on Uefa to ban Eduardo for alleged diving

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/09 at 8:04 am

Snooker players Stephen Maguire and Jamie Burnett are detained by police over alleged irregular betting patterns.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/09 at 7:24 am

GOLF: Scotland's Paul Lawrie fired a five-under-par 67 to lead after the first round of the Johnnie Walker Championship at Gleneagles.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/09 at 7:25 am

The three British clubs in the Europa League have been handed tricky draws for the group stage of the competition

Group A

Ajax
Anderlecht
DinamoZagreb
Timisoara

Group B

Valencia
Lille
Slavia Prague
Genoa

Group C

Hamburg
Celtic
Hapoel Tel-Aviv
Rapid Vienna

Group D

Sporting Lisbon
Heerenveen
Hertha Berlin
Ventspils

Group E

Roma
Basel
Fulham
CSKA Sofia

Group F

Panathinaikos
Galatasaray
Dinamo Bucharest
Sturm Graz

Group G

Villarreal
Lazio
Levski Sofia
Salzburg

Group H

Steaua Bucharest
Fenerbahce
FC Twente
Sheriff

Group I

Benfica
Everton
AEK Athens
BATE

Group J

ShakhtarDonetsk
Bruges
Partizan Belgrade
Toulouse

Group K

PSV Eindhoven
FC Copenhagen
Sparta Prague
CFR Cluj

Group L

Werder Bremen
Austria Vienna
Athletic Bilbao
Nacional

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Written By: Henk on 08/28/09 at 11:42 pm

CYCLING - The Vuelta a España is to start today in the town of.... Assen, the Netherlands. First time in 15 years the Spanish Tour starts abroad.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/29/09 at 2:04 pm

Force India's Giancarlo Fisichella lands pole for the Belgian GP while stuttering championship leader Jenson Button will start in 14th.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/29/09 at 2:06 pm

British teenager Laura Robson loses the first set to Eva Hrdinova before rain stops play in the final round of US Open qualifying.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/29/09 at 2:07 pm

Swede Peter Hedblom leads Scotland's Paul Lawrie by one shot going into the final round of the Johnnie Walker Championship at Gleneagles.

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Written By: nally on 08/29/09 at 11:14 pm

If it's 5-5 in a set, you need 7 to win.
1) Whoever wins the next game, it's 6-5 for them. If they win the game after that, they win the set 7-5
2) Whoever wins the next game, it's 6-5 for them. If they lose the next game, it's 6-6 and a tie breaker needs to be played. Frist player to get 7 points (and win by at least 2 points) wins the set. or
3) If some tournaments, (Like Wimbledon) , the final set if different, and you keep playing until someone wins by 2 games (sometimes it's 19-17 and takes forever to play)

Thank you Frank, I will try to remember that in the future. :)

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Written By: nally on 08/29/09 at 11:17 pm

Like this year, Roger Federer beat Andy Roddick by 5–7, 7–6(8–6), 7–6(7–5), 3–6, 16–14.

Wow. That must've been a wild contest. :o I notice some numbers in parentheses, I guess the person must've won that set and needed to play another match to win by at least two.

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Written By: nally on 08/29/09 at 11:18 pm

I know this is late, but...

Michael Vick makes Eagles debut on Thursday.

oh no! Not him! :o :o Well, I guess I didn't really miss anything per se...

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Written By: Henk on 08/30/09 at 12:54 am

Yesterday was an awesome day for Dutch sportsmen in various disciplines:

SOCCER - At their first appearance ever, Dutch women's team reach quarterfinals of European Championships, after defeating Denmark 2 to 1.

HOCKEY - Women's team win the European Championship, after defeating Germany 3 to 2 in the final.

EQUESTRIAN - Edward Gal (on Totilas) wins the European Championship title in the dressage, with Adelinde Corneliisen (on Parzival) and Anky van Grunsven (on Salinero) taking the silver and bronze. Earlier, Holland had already won the Team title and the title in the Grand Prix Special.

ROWING - Women's coxless four win the World Championship at Poznan, Poland.

SAILING - Lisa Westerhof and Lobke Berkhout win the World Championship title in the 470 Class.

JUDO - At her first attempt, Marhinde Verkerk wins the World Championship title (under 78 kg class) in Rotterdam.

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Written By: Frank on 08/30/09 at 12:59 am

Yesterday was an awesome day for Dutch sportsmen in various disciplines:

SOCCER - At their first appearance ever, Dutch women's team reach quarterfinals of European Championships, after defeating Denmark 2 to 1.

HOCKEY - Women's team win the European Championship, after defeating Germany 3 to 2 in the final.

EQUESTRIAN - Edward Gal (on Totilas) wins the European Championship title in the dressage, with Adelinde Corneliisen (on Parzival) and Anky van Grunsven (on Salinero) taking the silver and bronze. Earlier, Holland had already won the Team title and the title in the Grand Prix Special.

ROWING - Women's coxless four win the World Championship at Poznan, Poland.

SAILING - Lisa Westerhof and Lobke Berkhout win the World Championship title in the 470 Class.

JUDO - At her first attempt, Marhinde Verkerk wins the World Championship title (under 78 kg class) in Rotterdam.

Hooray for Holland!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/09 at 2:11 pm

Kimi Raikkonen keeps Force India's Giancarlo Fisichella at bay to clinch Ferrari's first win of 2009 at an action-packed Belgian GP.

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Written By: Henk on 08/30/09 at 2:18 pm

Kimi Raikkonen keeps Force India's Giancarlo Fisichella at bay to clinch Ferrari's first win of 2009 at an action-packed Belgian GP.

Please note that Raikkonen's team mate Luca Badoer finished dead last.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/09 at 2:20 pm

Please note that Raikkonen's team mate Luca Badoer finished dead last.
In truth, I still yet to watch the race.

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Written By: Henk on 08/30/09 at 2:27 pm

In truth, I still yet to watch the race.

Oh, I'm sorry. Hope I didn't spoil the fun for you.

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Written By: ninny on 08/30/09 at 2:50 pm

I'm watching the Little League World Series between Chinese Taipei and Chula Vista,Ca.

The team from California won 6-3. :)

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Written By: Frank on 08/30/09 at 7:58 pm

Kimi Raikkonen keeps Force India's Giancarlo Fisichella at bay to clinch Ferrari's first win of 2009 at an action-packed Belgian GP.

YAY KIMI!

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Written By: nally on 08/31/09 at 12:21 pm

I'm watching the Little League World Series between Chinese Taipei and Chula Vista,Ca.

The team from California won 6-3. :)

YAY FOR CALIFORNIA!! :D 8)

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Written By: Frank on 08/31/09 at 4:45 pm

US Open (Tennis) begins. Federer wins today, 35th consecutive match at the US open. Impressive.

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Written By: Frank on 09/01/09 at 12:45 am

Penny now with Giants org.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/09 at 5:31 am

US OPEN TENNIS:Andy Murray will begin his campaign in the early hours of Wednesday morning (UK time)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/09 at 7:35 am

HORSE RACING: Kieren Fallon granted riding license following 18-month suspension

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Written By: nally on 09/01/09 at 10:55 am

Penny now with Giants org.

and Jose Contrer-ASS now with the Rockies org. He had been slumping with the Whitesox this year. Hopefully he'll do better with his new team.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/02/09 at 2:38 am

US OPEN: Britain's Andy Murray opens his US Open campaign with a straight-sets win over Ernests Gulbis in Tuesday's showpiece night match at Flushing Meadows.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/09 at 9:52 am

Fifth seed Andy Roddick sweeps past France's Marc Gicquel in the night session to reach the third round of the US Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/09 at 2:09 am

US OPEN TENNIS: Rafael Nadal overcomes Nicolas Kiefer 6-0 3-6 6-3 6-4 to reach round four in New York

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/09 at 2:10 am

US OPEN TENNIS: Andy Murray beats Paul Capdeville in four sets to reach the third round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/09 at 2:10 am

RUGBY LEAGUE: Leeds skipper Kevin Sinfield suffers suspected fractured cheekbone in win over St Helens

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/09 at 2:10 am

BASKETBALL: GB coach names Chris Finch names 12-man squad for EuroBasket finals in Poland

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/09 at 9:35 am

Scotland face a crucial World Cup qualifier against Macedonia and N Ireland meet Poland later, while England host Slovenia in a friendly.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/09 at 9:35 am

MOTOGP: Championship leader Valentino Rossi claims fifth pole of the season in San Marino qualifying

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/09 at 9:35 am

RUGBY UNION: Australia end losing streak with 21-6 Tri-Nations win over previously unbeaten South Africa

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/09 at 9:36 am

World number two Andy Murray will spearhead Great Britain's challenge in the Davis Cup play-off against Poland from 18-20 September.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/09 at 12:41 am

Andy Murray beats American Taylor Dent in straight sets to reach last 16 of US Open

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Written By: nally on 09/11/09 at 12:27 am

US OPEN TENNIS: Rafael Nadal overcomes Nicolas Kiefer 6-0 3-6 6-3 6-4 to reach round four in New York

A bit late for this...but congratz to Rafael Nadal!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/09 at 2:24 pm

Renault say they are to launch legal action against Nelson Piquet Jr and his father over race-fixing allegations made about the 2008 Singapore Grand Prix.

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Written By: Frank on 09/11/09 at 4:04 pm

Michael Jordan enters the NBA hall of fame. Best player ever...by far.

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Written By: anabel on 09/11/09 at 4:12 pm

Michael Jordan enters the NBA hall of fame. Best player ever...by far.

http://souvenircity.files.wordpress.com/2009/06/michael_jordan_pics.jpg

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/09 at 4:37 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE: Catalans beat St Helens 24-12 to make play-offs; Bradford beat Hull 21-18 but miss out

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/09 at 4:37 pm

TENNIS: US Open women's semi-final postponed until Saturday because of rain

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Written By: Henk on 09/11/09 at 4:59 pm

Scotland face a crucial World Cup qualifier against Macedonia and N Ireland meet Poland later, while England host Slovenia in a friendly.

I didn't think it mattered anymore... :-\\

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/09 at 3:43 am

TENNIS: Rain delays at the US Open mean the men's final will now be played on Monday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/09 at 3:44 am

TRIATHLON: Britain's Alistair Brownlee wins final World Championship Series race and is crowned champion

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/09 at 1:09 pm

TENNIS: Rafael Nadal beats Fernando Gonzalez 7-6 7-6 6-0 in rain-delayed US Open quarter-final

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Written By: nally on 09/12/09 at 3:18 pm

Michael Jordan enters the NBA hall of fame. Best player ever...by far.

http://souvenircity.files.wordpress.com/2009/06/michael_jordan_pics.jpg

I agree. He is one of the best players ever...and it's about time that he got inducted.

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Written By: Frank on 09/12/09 at 5:31 pm

I agree. He is one of the best players ever...and it's about time that he got inducted.

I think if he had a better supporting cast and didn't quit basketball for that period, he may have won 10 championships as a player and a few more MVPs. Heck I think he should have won the MVP each year he was in the league (except when he played for Washington)
I know, if if if...

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Written By: Frank on 09/12/09 at 5:46 pm

Tiger Woods leads by 7 strokes after 3 rounds of the BMW Championship.
Gee, do you think he might have a chance to win? :D

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Written By: Max Power on 09/12/09 at 6:26 pm

I post most of the roster from my last year's fantasy team:

http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AnZche0kYzBge6hBOcbO7zvsy6IX;_ylv=3?qid=20090824100459AAkxKqE

Here's the real roster:

http://games.espn.go.com/ffl/clubhouse?leagueId=36862&teamId=3&seasonId=2008

That's what made those answers funny

Turner was a steal more than anything so it made sense no one draft him on first round last year for reasons we all know. ;D

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/09 at 5:59 am

McLaren's world champion Lewis Hamilton starts on pole at Monza for what promises to be a fascinating Italian Grand Prix.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/09 at 6:00 am

Kim Clijsters reaches the US Open final in dramatic circumstances as Serena Williams receives a point penalty on match point for abusing an official.

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Written By: Frank on 09/13/09 at 11:21 pm

McLaren's world champion Lewis Hamilton starts on pole at Monza for what promises to be a fascinating Italian Grand Prix.

Barrichello wins

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Written By: nally on 09/14/09 at 12:38 pm

Kim Clijsters reaches the US Open final in dramatic circumstances as Serena Williams receives a point penalty on match point for abusing an official.

What was that about anyway?? ::) She must've gone crazy..

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Written By: Frank on 09/14/09 at 7:28 pm

Federer loses today. Shock!

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Written By: Max Power on 09/15/09 at 11:16 am

Adrian Wojnarowski is an idiot.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/09 at 1:41 pm

Federer loses today. Shock!
A complete shock!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/09 at 2:04 pm

Retired American track and field star Carl Lewis says South African athletics authorities have "let down" Caster Semenya, 18, amid the row over her sex.

The newly crowned 800m world champion has had medical tests following doubts about whether she is actually female.

Athletics' world governing body (IAAF), demanded the test three weeks before the World Championships and Lewis says Semenya should have been withdrawn.

"The South African federation should have dealt with it," said Lewis.

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Written By: Max Power on 09/15/09 at 2:18 pm

A complete shock!

Not only that, to face Federer he had to beat Nadal.

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Written By: nally on 09/15/09 at 11:00 pm

I found an article online earlier that indicates that the Yankes and Redsox will face each other at the beginning of the 2010 season, and at the end. Also, the Yankees are scheduled to play my L.A. Dodgers...at Dodger Stadium (June 25-27), just like they did in 2004. So it looks like the Dodgers might not see Yankee Stadium until maybe 2013. And the Tampa Bay Rays still have not yet played at Dodger Stadium.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/09 at 2:00 pm

RUGBY UNION: Wendy Chapman, the doctor involved in 'bloodgate', is suspended by British Medical Council

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/09 at 2:01 pm

Renault will not dispute allegations of race-fixing as team principal Flavio Briatore and engineering chief Pat Symonds leave the team.

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Written By: Frank on 09/18/09 at 4:15 pm

NHL pre-season hockey has begun. !!!! :)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/09 at 4:09 am

RUGBY UNION: Bath beat Sale 25-12 - their first win of the new Premiership season

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/09 at 4:10 am

RUGBY LEAGUE: Hull KR's Chev Walker suffers broken leg in 44-8 Super League play-off defeat by Leeds

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/09 at 4:10 am

Andy Murray may miss Saturday's Davis Cup doubles rubber against Poland after aggravating a wrist injury during his singles victory.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/09 at 10:01 am

Andy Murray may miss Saturday's Davis Cup doubles rubber against Poland after aggravating a wrist injury during his singles victory.
Latest.........................

Andy Murray will line up for Great Britain in Saturday's Davis Cup doubles rubber despite aggravating a wrist injury on Friday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/09 at 10:09 am

Tiger Woods believes Ernie Els could have reaped the rewards of a tougher rehabilitation programme after major knee surgery in 2005.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/09 at 10:11 am

Britain's Ben Swift breaks Edvald Boasson Hagen's run of stage victories in the Tour of Britain by winning the seventh leg into Yeovil

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/09 at 10:41 am

Italian police seize earrings from Argentina football coach Diego Maradona in an effort to recover unpaid taxes from his time at Napoli.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/09 at 10:41 am

Ex-Formula 1 driver Alex Zanardi is aiming for a place on the Italian cycling team at the 2012 London Paralympics.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/09 at 4:44 am

BOXING: Floyd Mayweather Jr clinches unanimous points decision win over Mexican Juan Manuel Marquez

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/09 at 4:45 am

South African athletics chief Leonard Chuene is facing calls for his sacking, for denying knowledge of runner Caster Semenya's gender tests.

Chuene has admitted lying about tests on the runner in South Africa before her 800m world title win in August.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/09 at 5:24 am

The future of the Renault Formula 1 team will be decided by the sport's governing body at a hearing on Monday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/09 at 7:06 am

Martin Lel showed he is over the injury which kept him out of the World Athletics Championship as he stormed to victory in the Great North Run.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/09 at 10:58 am

GOLF: Spain's Rafael Cabrera-Bello shoots final of round 60 to win Austrian Open by one stroke

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/09 at 10:58 am

RUGBY UNION: Guinness Premiership result - Wasps 23-3 Worcester.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/09 at 11:12 am

England survive a middle-order collapse and avoid a 7-0 series loss after beating Australia by five wickets in the final one-day match at the Riverside.

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Written By: nally on 09/20/09 at 8:54 pm

NHL pre-season hockey has begun. !!!! :)

Which is your fave team again?

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Written By: Frank on 09/21/09 at 12:27 am

Which is your fave team again?

Montreal: Favorite
Least Favorite : Jersey, Philly and Toronto

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Written By: nally on 09/21/09 at 11:30 am

Montreal: Favorite
Least Favorite : Jersey, Philly and Toronto

ok.

My favorite is the Kings, since they're local to me. Second favorite: the Anaheim Ducks.
Least favorite: not yet decided.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/09 at 1:36 pm

Renault are given a two-year suspended ban from Formula 1 after a hearing into their role in fixing last year's Singapore Grand Prix.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/09 at 1:36 pm

The ICC Champions Trophy begins on Tuesday as hosts South Africa face Sri Lanka.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/09 at 12:56 pm

Cricket: Middlesex managing director of cricket Angus Fraser says he expects a marked improvement from the team next year.

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Written By: Frank on 09/22/09 at 7:24 pm

ok.

My favorite is the Kings, since they're local to me. Second favorite: the Anaheim Ducks.
Least favorite: not yet decided.

Kings have a young team
They came close in 1993 to win it all, but Patrick Roy was so good then.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/09 at 3:08 pm

FORMULA 1: Bob Bell appointed as Renault acting team principal for the rest of the season

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/09 at 3:08 pm

CRICKET: Pakistan beat West Indies by five wickets in Champions Trophy match

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/09 at 3:09 pm

GOLF: Ryder Cup captain Colin Montgomerie criticises Ian Poulter for pulling out of Britain and Ireland's Vivendi Trophy team.

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Written By: Frank on 09/25/09 at 1:43 am

HOCKEY: Wayne Gretzky resigns as NHL coach (Phoenix)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/09 at 3:15 pm

Eoin Morgan hits an unbeaten 62 as England beat Sri Lanka by six wickets in their ICC Champions Trophy opener.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/09 at 3:15 pm

GOLF: GB and Ireland lead Europe 6-4 after day two of the Vivendi Trophy in France

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/09 at 3:16 pm

FORMULA 1: Jensen Button says there will be no team orders at Brawn in Singapore GP

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Written By: Frank on 09/25/09 at 6:37 pm

Golf: Tiger woods is leading after the 2nd round.
**Yawn**

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/09 at 4:31 am

Golf: Tiger woods is leading after the 2nd round.
**Yawn**
Who is in second place?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/09 at 4:31 am

Captain Andrew Strauss says England can be a force to be reckoned with after surprising Sri Lanka in the ICC Champions Trophy.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/09 at 4:32 am

CYCLING: Defending world champion Nicole Cooke out of women's road race

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/09 at 4:32 am

FOOTBALL: Uefa is investigating 40 cases of suspected match-fixing involving games in the Champions League and Uefa Cup.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/09 at 8:03 am

Lewis Hamilton tops final practice ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix, with title rivals Rubens Barrichello and Jenson Button off the pace.

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Written By: Frank on 09/26/09 at 6:38 pm

Golf: Tiger woods is leading after the 2nd round.
**Yawn**

Tiger Woods NOT leading after 3rd round ( Kenny Perry is)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/09 at 5:21 am

Tiger Woods NOT leading after 3rd round ( Kenny Perry is)
By how many strokes?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/09 at 5:21 am

BOXING: Vitali Klitschko retains WBC heavyweight title with 10-round stoppage of Chris Arreola

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/09 at 5:22 am

Lewis Hamilton will start the Singapore Grand Prix on pole position as the title contending Brawn drivers suffer a bad qualifying session.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/09 at 5:44 am

New Zealand take on Sri Lanka in a Champions Trophy group match in Johannesburg.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/09 at 6:20 am

Shaun Udal will captain Middlesex until the end of the 2010 season, the county confirmed at an end-of-season dinner.

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Written By: Frank on 09/27/09 at 6:52 pm

Tiger Woods finishes 2nd, but gets 10 million dollar bonus.
He could really use the money. :o

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/09 at 1:19 am

TENNIS: World number one Dinara Safina loses to Taiwanese qualifier Chang Kai-chen in Tokyo first round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/09 at 1:20 am

GOLF: Phil Mickelson wins Tour Championship but Tiger Woods takes FedEx Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/09 at 1:20 am

West Ham and Millwall are hit with several Football Association charges of failing to control their supporters after the crowd trouble which marred their Carling Cup match.

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Written By: Big Nasty on 09/28/09 at 3:19 am

I HATE NFL FOOTBALL!!! My beloved Redskins allowed the Detroit LIons to snap their 19 game losing streak!!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/09 at 11:31 am

RUGBY UNION: England captain Steve Borthwick set to recover from eye injury in time for autumn fixtures

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/09 at 11:32 am

TENNIS: Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova beats Venus Williams 7-6 (8-6) 7-5 in Pan Pacific Open second round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/09 at 11:32 am

Russian Yulia Pechonkina, the current 400m hurdles world record holder, is to retire from athletics after suffering three years of health problems.

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Written By: Frank on 09/28/09 at 1:10 pm

I HATE NFL FOOTBALL!!! My beloved Redskins allowed the Detroit LIons to snap their 19 game losing streak!!

No one saw that coming.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/29/09 at 1:54 am

RUGBY UNION: Sale's Luke Abraham handed three-week ban for stamping on Bath's Michael Claassens

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/29/09 at 1:54 am

CRICKET: Champions Trophy match between Australia and India abandoned due to heavy rain

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/30/09 at 12:49 am

Stevan Jovetic is Liverpool's tormentor as he scores both goals in Fiorentina's surprise 2-0 win in the Champions League group stage.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/30/09 at 12:49 am

Harlequins chief executive Mark Evans says the club are stepping up their hunt for a new director of rugby.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/30/09 at 12:50 am

Former world number one Maria Sharapova shows the seeded players the way with a superb win over Sam Stosur in Tokyo.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/30/09 at 12:50 am

Phil Mickelson wins the Tour Championship by three shots in Atlanta but it is not enough to prevent Tiger Woods from winning the FedEx Cup.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/30/09 at 12:50 am

Lizzie Armitstead signs a two-year deal to join GB team-mate Emma Pooley at the Cervelo Test Team.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/01/09 at 1:33 pm

RUGBY UNION: Gloucester's Olivier Azam cited for kicking Saracens' Steve Borthwick in Premiership game

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Written By: Frank on 10/01/09 at 4:25 pm

NHL Hockey: Mats Sundin announced his retirement yesterday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/09 at 1:45 am

Friday practice at the Japanese Grand Prix is hit by persistent rain, meaning reduced running for all the teams.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/09 at 1:46 am

The hosts of the 2016 Olympics will be decided on Friday (today), with Chicago, Madrid, Rio de Janeiro and Tokyo in the running.

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Written By: nally on 10/02/09 at 1:42 pm

Tiger Woods finishes 2nd, but gets 10 million dollar bonus.
He could really use the money. :o

that's not so bad, I guess.

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Written By: nally on 10/02/09 at 1:42 pm

The hosts of the 2016 Olympics will be decided on Friday (today), with Chicago, Madrid, Rio de Janeiro and Tokyo in the running.

And the winner is...

Rio De Janeiro.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/09 at 2:42 am

And the winner is...

Rio De Janeiro.
A good choice, but everyone wanted Chicago.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/09 at 2:43 am

The hosts of the 2016 Olympics will be decided on Friday (today), with Chicago, Madrid, Rio de Janeiro and Tokyo in the running.
I knew that Madrid would not win for Spain had the Summer Olympics in Barcelona in 1992.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/09 at 2:43 am

Sebastian Vettel grabs pole for the Japanese GP with championship leader Jenson Button in seventh after a dramatic qualifying session.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/09 at 2:43 am

TENNIS: Maria Sharapova wins Pacific Open final in Tokyo after Jelena Jankovic retires hurt in first set

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/09 at 2:43 am

RUGBY LEAGUE: Reigning champions Leeds beat Catalans 27-20 to reach the Super League Grand Final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/09 at 2:44 am

England crashed out of the Champions Trophy at the semi-final stage as they were thoroughly outplayed by Australia.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/09 at 2:44 am

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy holds a share of the halfway lead in the Dunhill Links championship after firing an 11-under par, second-round 65.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/09 at 8:55 am

http://newsimg.bbc.co.uk/media/images/46487000/jpg/_46487330_pele_getty_260.jpg

A delighted Pele after Rio de Janeiro is chosen to stage the 2016 Games.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/09 at 1:04 pm

Play has been postponed for the day on all three courses at the Dunhill Links Championship in Scotland.

St Andrews, Carnoustie and Kingsbarns were all deemed unplayable because of high winds, with gusts forecast to reach around 70mph later on Saturday.

Organisers have now cancelled the day's play at the celebrity pro-am event, with Saturday's third-round tee times transferred to Sunday.

The final round will now take place at St Andrews on Monday.

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Written By: nally on 10/03/09 at 1:29 pm

A good choice, but everyone wanted Chicago.

Especially President Obama, since he had served as a senator in the state of Illinois before becoming president.

Maybe Chicago will get it another time.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/09 at 1:32 pm

Especially President Obama, since he had served as a senator in the state of Illinois before becoming president.
He flew all the way to Copenhagen especially for that.

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Written By: nally on 10/03/09 at 1:43 pm

He flew all the way to Copenhagen especially for that.

Yes, I'd heard about that on the TV news yesterday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/09 at 1:53 pm

Yes, I'd heard about that on the TV news yesterday.
I manage to catch some of the Chicago presentation before leaving for work, but was later disappointed to learn that Chicago had not made it into the final two.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/04/09 at 2:37 am

Sebastian Vettel takes the Japanese GP as a fortunate Jenson Button finishes eighth to move closer to his maiden world title.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/04/09 at 2:40 am

Rangers' Madjid Bougherra is struggling to face Celtic in Sunday's top-of-the-table game at Ibrox.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/09 at 1:50 am

SNOOKER: Barry Pinches beats world number three Shaun Murphy 5-4 in first round of Grand Prix in Glasgow.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/09 at 1:51 am

SNOOKER: Barry Pinches beats world number three Shaun Murphy 5-4 in first round of Grand Prix in Glasgow.

Is snooker a sport or an indoor game?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/09 at 1:52 am

Paula Radcliffe has pulled out of the World Half Marathon Championships in Birmingham on 11 October.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/09 at 1:52 am

Thomas Bjorn has criticised Padraig Harrington after the Irishman's reported comments about a tightening of European Tour membership rules.

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Written By: karen on 10/06/09 at 2:11 pm

Paula Radcliffe has pulled out of the World Half Marathon Championships in Birmingham on 11 October.

Any reason given?

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Written By: nally on 10/06/09 at 4:03 pm

Is snooker a sport or an indoor game?

I would consider it more of an indoor game, since it normally gets played indoors. And it's a type of billiards game. Just like pool (whether played the standard way with 15 balls or 9-ball). Yet I do see billiards games televised on ESPN.

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Written By: Henk on 10/07/09 at 1:57 pm

SOCCER - Bulgarian game abandoned after four minutes

A match in the Bulgarian third division was scrapped after just four minutes when a team ran out of players. Injury and suspension-hit Gigant Belene started their clash against Chavdar Byala Slatina on Sunday with just eight players.

If they already faced an uphill battle, their task got a lot harder when they picked up two more injuries in the opening minutes of the game. The referee was forced to call off the game as Gigant only had six players available.

Visiting Chavdar were awarded a 3-0 victory, but Gigant were able to console themselves with the fact they they have a fantastic logo.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/10/09 at 6:49 am

England's World Cup qualifier with Ukraine in Kiev will be shown exclusively on the web.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/10/09 at 2:04 pm

Robert Green is sent off as England lose 1-0 to Ukraine in their World Cup qualifier

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/09 at 7:25 am

The Football Association will make a formal complaint to Fifa after flares were thrown onto the pitch during England's defeat in Ukraine.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/09 at 7:25 am

FORMULA 1: Toyota's Timo Glock to miss Brazilian Grand Prix after damaging his spine in qualifying in Japan

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/09 at 7:26 am

FOOTBALL: The United States and Mexico qualify for next year's World Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/09 at 7:26 am

The US will take a three-point lead into the final day of the Presidents Cup after Tiger Woods and Steve Stricker win all four of their matches.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/09 at 7:26 am

France's Jo-Wilfried Tsonga boosts his hopes of a place at the ATP World Tour Finals in London by winning the Japan Open title.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/09 at 7:27 am

World number two Rafael Nadal saw his impressive run at the China Open come to an abrupt end with a crushing semi-final defeat by Croatia's Marin Cilic.

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Written By: Henk on 10/13/09 at 4:23 pm

DSB Bank, main sponsor of Dutch soccer champions AZ Alkmaar, are teetering on the brink of bankruptcy.
The bank is under guardianship by the Nederlandsche Bank (Dutch State Bank) as of Monday, and all assets have been frozen.
Two curators have been appointed to make a clean sweep of things. According to all sources, there is no imminent danger for the existence of AZ Alkmaar, although the continuation of other sponsor activities by DSB is highly unlikely. (DSB are also sponsor of a successful speed skating team)

Dirk Scheringa, founder and main shareholder of DSB, remains in office as chairman of AZ.

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Written By: Frank on 10/14/09 at 1:27 am

NHL Hockey: The Toronto Maple leafs are still winless in 2009-10 http://www.inthe00s.com/smile/09/smileyshot2.gif http://www.inthe00s.com/smile/09/smileyshot22.gif

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Written By: nally on 10/14/09 at 5:22 pm

NHL Hockey: The Toronto Maple leafs are still winless in 2009-10 http://www.inthe00s.com/smile/09/smileyshot2.gif http://www.inthe00s.com/smile/09/smileyshot22.gif

Will they actually get a win before '10? ;D

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Written By: Frank on 10/15/09 at 5:35 pm

Will they actually get a win before '10? ;D

Oh, let's hope not.
But with 1 win, and they think they'll win the Stanley cup again.

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Written By: nally on 10/15/09 at 5:54 pm

Oh, let's hope not.
But with 1 win, and they think they'll win the Stanley cup again.

I think the New York Islanders are also still winless in the NHL.

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Written By: Frank on 10/16/09 at 5:01 pm

I think the New York Islanders are also still winless in the NHL.

Leafs are the only team with less than 2 points.
The season is still young, but Ovechkin is playing great already. I don;t know why some in Canada continue to say " I don't know who's better, Crosby or Ovechkin". just because Crosby is Canadian. Geez.
There is no argument. Ovechkin is #1.

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Written By: nally on 10/17/09 at 1:55 am

Leafs are the only team with less than 2 points.
The season is still young, but Ovechkin is playing great already. I don;t know why some in Canada continue to say " I don't know who's better, Crosby or Ovechkin". just because Crosby is Canadian. Geez.
There is no argument. Ovechkin is #1.

That's true, anything can happen over the course of a pro sport's regular season. Half a year ago, nobody probably picked the Cardinals to win the NL Central Division. They thought the Chicago Flubs might've had a chance at three straight postseason appearances...that didn't happen.

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Written By: Henk on 10/17/09 at 3:28 am

SOCCER - Ghana's under-20 team wins World Cup. The African team beat favorites Brazil on penalties (4 - 3), after an otherwise goalless match. It's the first time ever for an African team to win the title in this category.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/09 at 2:22 am

Rubens Barrichello lands pole for the Brazilian GP to boost his title hopes as championship leader Jenson Button finishes 14th in a chaotic, rain-hit qualifying session.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/09 at 2:23 am

BOXING: Nottingham's Carl Froch retains WBC title with a points victory over American Andre Dirrell

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/09 at 2:24 am

RUGBY UNION: New Zealand name four uncapped players in their squad to tour Europe and Japan

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/09 at 2:24 am

MOTO GP: Casey Stoner wins the Australian Moto GP, with Valentino Rossi second

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/09 at 2:25 am

Liverpool's stuttering season took a turn for the worse as they were beaten by a Sunderland side who went above them in the Premier League table.

The Black Cats went ahead when a Darren Bent shot was allowed to stand after deflecting in off a beach ball, which a Reds fan had thrown on to the pitch.

Bent then headed just wide before hitting the post with an angled shot.

Sunderland keeper Craig Gordon pulled off a double save from Dirk Kuyt and David Ngog late on to secure the win.

http://newsimg.bbc.co.uk/media/images/46567000/jpg/_46567071_sunderland_2_466x282.jpg

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Written By: Henk on 10/18/09 at 7:48 am

Liverpool's stuttering season took a turn for the worse as they were beaten by a Sunderland side who went above them in the Premier League table.

The Black Cats went ahead when a Darren Bent shot was allowed to stand after deflecting in off a beach ball, which a Reds fan had thrown on to the pitch.

Even their fans turning against them... Tsk!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/09 at 4:37 am

The Olympic Stadium could be used to stage floodlit Twenty20 cricket once the 2012 Games have finished.

The London Development Agency has asked the England and Wales Cricket Board, and two counties, to consider using the venue for big matches.

Olympic organisers are keen to provide a "legacy" for the stadium post 2012.

Since London was awarded the Olympics a number of London football clubs as well as both rugby codes have been approached about using the stadium.

With no firm commitments from any of them, the focus has now moved to the national summer sport.

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Written By: nally on 10/22/09 at 6:26 pm

^When I first read the "Olympic Stadium" bit, I thought it might've referred to where the Expos used to play. Obviously this is a different locality.

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Written By: Frank on 10/23/09 at 12:47 am

NHL: Retired star Theo Fleury recently wrote a book "Playing wioth fire" about his Hockey experience, including sexual abuse by his Hockey coach ( who abused others & is currently in jail), which eventually led to Theo's experiences with drugs, alcohol, strip joints, etc...

He was doing a book signing today in Vancouver and I went down and met him.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 10/23/09 at 1:08 am

NHL: Retired star Theo Fleury recently wrote a book "Playing wioth fire" about his Hockey experience, including sexual abuse by his Hockey coach ( who abused others & is currently in jail), which eventually led to Theo's experiences with drugs, alcohol, strip joints, etc...

He was doing a book signing today in Vancouver and I went down and met him.

That must've been nice. :) Did you enjoy meeting him?

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Written By: Frank on 10/23/09 at 1:12 am

That must've been nice. :) Did you enjoy meeting him?

Yah it was nice, lots of people there. A good experience.. He was pretty quiet tho. Short guy, maybe 5 foot 6? 5 foot 7?. I think he was tired from signing or having photos taken with others.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/09 at 3:53 am

New world champion Jenson Button emerges as a potential team-mate for his predecessor Lewis Hamilton at McLaren next year.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/09 at 3:54 am

RUGBY UNION: Magners Lge: Scarlets 18-3 Dragons; Glasgow 34-20 Connacht; Edinburgh 12-7 Munster

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/09 at 3:54 am

MOTOGP: Valentino Rossi qualifies fastest for Sunday's Malaysian Grand Prix, with Jorge Lorenzo second

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/09 at 3:55 am

Andy Moles has resigned as New Zealand cricket coach in an amicable agreement following a performance review.

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Written By: Frank on 10/24/09 at 12:41 pm

New world champion Jenson Button emerges as a potential team-mate for his predecessor Lewis Hamilton at McLaren next year.

Congrats to Jenson Button. I missed the race he clinched the championship.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/09 at 12:43 pm

Congrats to Jenson Button. I missed the race he clinched the championship.
it seems I have missed every race of this year championship.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 10/24/09 at 11:53 pm

NHL Hockey: ...After 8 games, the Toronto Maple Leafs still haven't won a game this year.

Life is good...

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 10/28/09 at 1:02 am

NHL Sadly, Leafs won their first game of the season last night. They still have only 3 points this year, last in the NHL.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/09 at 3:41 pm

American Andre Agassi has admitted in his new autobiography he lied to tennis authorities about his use of crystal methamphetamine to escape a ban.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/09 at 3:42 pm

Former umpire David Shepherd has died after a battle with cancer, aged 68.

Shepherd, who was born in Devon, officiated in 92 Tests and 172 one-day internationals, including three World Cup finals before retiring in 2005.

He was famous for his aversion to the 'Nelson' - scores with a multiple of 111 - which made him hop at the crease nervously between deliveries.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/09 at 3:42 pm

Former umpire David Shepherd has died after a battle with cancer, aged 68.

Shepherd, who was born in Devon, officiated in 92 Tests and 172 one-day internationals, including three World Cup finals before retiring in 2005.

He was famous for his aversion to the 'Nelson' - scores with a multiple of 111 - which made him hop at the crease nervously between deliveries.

:\'(

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/09 at 3:44 pm

Serena Williams will finish the year as world number one after Dinara Safina withdrew from the Sony Ericsson Championships in Doha.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/09 at 3:44 pm

Paul Casey says he will take a cautious approach when he returns to action after a three-month absence at the World Match Play Championship in Spain.

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Written By: nally on 10/28/09 at 4:39 pm

Serena Williams will finish the year as world number one after Dinara Safina withdrew from the Sony Ericsson Championships in Doha.

#1 in pro tennis, I presume

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Written By: Frank on 10/28/09 at 6:32 pm

#1 in pro tennis, I presume

No, Serena & Safina have joined the pro golfing tour and got really good at it fast.

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Written By: Frank on 10/29/09 at 5:31 pm

I still can't believe Los Angeles has gone this long without an NFL team. (ever since Rams left)

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Written By: nally on 10/31/09 at 12:08 am

I still can't believe Los Angeles has gone this long without an NFL team. (ever since Rams left)

It's been 15 long years already. The Raiders also left L.A. around that time (I think) and moved up north.

I heard on the news earlier this week that a new stadium was being proposed in the City Of Industry (just a few miles east of Los Angeles) for a new pro football stadium; the Governator approved funding for building it. But no one knows which existing NFL team would be moved to L.A. if the stadium were to get built. One likely contender is the San Diego Chargers.

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Written By: nally on 10/31/09 at 12:09 am

No, Serena & Safina have joined the pro golfing tour and got really good at it fast.

LOL...that's too funny! :D ;D

Are they gonna try their hand at pro bowling next?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/31/09 at 10:21 am

FORMULA 1: McLaren's Lewis Hamilton takes pole for Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/31/09 at 10:22 am

HORSE RACING: Top jockey Darryll Holland missed his mounts at Newmarket on Saturday amid reports of his arrest for allegedly trying to pass counterfeit cash.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/31/09 at 10:22 am

Great Britain's Geraint Thomas, Sir Chris Hoy, Chris Newton and Victoria Pendelton win gold at the Track World Cup in Manchester.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/01/09 at 3:20 am

Scotland Yard has apologised after actors from a hit film were mistakenly identified as football hooligans being sought after riots at a West Ham game.

Police issued 66 pictures of people supposedly caught on camera during violent clashes in August.

The images wrongly included stills of six actors from recent film The Firm.

A TV report was used to capture the images but because there was no sound officers did not realise it included clips from the hooligan-themed film.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/01/09 at 3:20 am

Sir Chris Hoy led home a British men's sprint 1-2-3 for his second gold medal at the Track World Cup in Manchester.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/01/09 at 3:21 am

GOLF: England's Ian Poulter wins Singapore Open by one shot from China's Liang Wen-chong

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/01/09 at 3:24 am

BASEBALL: New York Yankees take 2-1 lead in World Series after beating Philadelphia Phillies in game three

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/01/09 at 3:47 am

Today is the New York Marathon

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/01/09 at 7:53 am

Australia's fast bowler Brett Lee says he is far from finished as a Test cricketer following his latest injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/01/09 at 8:32 am

F1: Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel leads in the closing stages of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix as Jenson Button chases Mark Webber for second.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/01/09 at 10:49 am

Sebastian Vettel cruises to victory at the season-ending Abu Dhabi GP ahead of Red Bull team-mate Mark Webber after Lewis Hamilton is forced to retire early.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/01/09 at 10:56 am

TENNIS: Serena Williams beats Venus Williams 6-2 7-6 (7-4) to win season-ending Sony Ericsson Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/01/09 at 12:54 pm

ATHLETICS: Paula Radcliffe finishes fourth in New York Marathon behind winner Derartu Tulu

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Written By: nally on 11/01/09 at 7:06 pm

BASEBALL: New York Yankees take 2-1 lead in World Series after beating Philadelphia Phillies in game three

Yuck. 8-P I sure hope the Phillies tie up the series tonight, altho with CC Sabathia on the mound, he might try to limit the damage.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/09 at 1:41 am

England's women, the world champions, are outplayed with bat and ball as West Indies secure a 40-run victory in the first one-day international.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/09 at 2:33 pm

BOXING: Robert McCracken named as GB amateur boxing's new performance director

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/09 at 2:34 pm

Novak Djokovic is through to the Swiss Indoors quarter-finals after beating Jan Hernych without dropping a set.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/09 at 2:35 pm

American Nick Watney sets the pace in the HSBC Champions tournament, tying the course record with an eight-under 64.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/09 at 1:22 am

RUGBY UNION: Northampton edge to 19-17 win at Ospreys in LV= Cup opener

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/09 at 1:22 am

BOXING: Robert McCracken named as GB amateur boxing's new performance director

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/09 at 1:23 am

TENNIS: Andy Murray reaches Valencia Open quarter-finals with 6-4 3-6 6-3 win over Leonardo Mayer

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/09 at 1:24 am

WBA heavyweight champion Nikolay Valuev dismisses the threat posed by Britain's David Haye ahead of their title fight in Germany on Saturday.

http://newsimg.bbc.co.uk/media/images/46667000/jpg/_46667161_valuev.jpg

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/09 at 1:48 am

South Africa's Olympic governing body has suspended Athletics South Africa president Leonard Chuene, while the ASA has apologised to Caster Semenya over the gender row that tainted her 800m world title.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/09 at 12:30 pm

BOXING: David Haye weighs in at 15st 8lbs; Nikolay Valuev tips the scales at 22st 8lbs

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/09 at 12:30 pm

BOXING: David Haye weighs in at 15st 8lbs; Nikolay Valuev tips the scales at 22st 8lbs

...and what is the height of each boxer?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/09 at 12:31 pm

Andy Murray beats Albert Montanes 6-4 6-2 in quarter-finals of Valencia Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/09 at 12:31 pm

RUGBY UNION: Ireland prop Marcus Horan ruled out of autumn Tests after 'routine medical procedure'

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/09 at 2:40 pm

US Open semi-finalist Yanina Wickmayer has been handed a one-year ban for falling foul of doping regulations.

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Written By: Frank on 11/06/09 at 6:11 pm

After 1/6th of the way throght the NHL seaon, Toronto Maple Leafs still only have 1 victory.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/09 at 6:29 pm

HORSE RACING: Henry Cecil-trained Midday wins Breeders' Cup Filly & Mare Turf at Santa Anita

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/07/09 at 10:25 am

MOTOGP: Australia's Casey Stoner secures pole position for final race of season in Valencia on Sunday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/07/09 at 10:25 am

RUGBY UNION: Australia fight back from 9-5 down at half-time to beat England 18-9 at Twickenham

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/07/09 at 10:26 am

RUGBY UNION: Australia fight back from 9-5 down at half-time to beat England 18-9 at Twickenham
The returning Jonny Wilkinson opened the scoring with an early drop-goal for England and he soon added a penalty, but it did not prove enough for the end result.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/07/09 at 10:26 am

RUGBY LEAGUE: Australia beat France 42-4 in Four Nations match in Paris

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/07/09 at 10:28 am

Andrew Flintoff plans to become the world's finest one-day cricketer when he returns from knee surgery next year.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/07/09 at 12:08 pm

Wales take on the All Blacks in Cardiff after England lose 18-9 to Australia at Twickenham.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/09 at 1:21 am

Britain's David Haye beats giant Russian Nikolay Valuev on points to be crowned WBA heavyweight champion in Nuremberg.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/09 at 1:23 pm

TENNIS: Andy Murray beats Mikhail Youzhny 6-3 6-2 in final of Valencia Open for sixth title this year

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/09 at 1:24 pm

TENNIS: Novak Djokovic beats Roger Federer 6-4 4-6 6-2 in Swiss Indoors final in Basel

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/09 at 1:24 pm

RUGBY UNION: New Zealand's Dan Carter cited for dangerous tackle against Wales on Saturday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/09 at 1:25 pm

GOLF: Phil Mickelson beats Ernie Els by a shot to win the HSBC Champions tournament in Shanghai.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/09 at 1:25 pm

New WBA heavyweight champion David Haye and WBC champion Vitali Klitschko are eager to fight each other next year.

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Written By: Max Power on 11/08/09 at 8:45 pm

>:(

How did the Giants manage to blow this game?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/09 at 2:18 pm

FOOTBALL: Germany goalkeeper Robert Enke dies at the age of 32

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Written By: nally on 11/10/09 at 5:03 pm

I heard on the news this morning that former pro basketball great Kareem Abdul-Jabaar has recently been diagnosed with a form of leukemia.

According to Wiki:

Kareem suffers from migraines, and his use of cannabis to reduce the symptoms has caused legal ramifications.

In November 2009 Kareem Abdul-Jabbar announced that he was suffering from a rare form of leukemia, Philadelphia chromosome-positive chronic myeloid leukemia, a cancer of the blood and bone marrow that produces cancerous blood cells. The disease was diagnosed in December 2008, but Abdul-Jabbar said his condition can be managed by taking oral medication daily, seeing his specialist every other month and getting his blood analyzed regularly. He said he expects to lead a healthy life.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/09 at 1:13 pm

FOOTBALL: Germany goalkeeper Robert Enke dies at the age of 32

The widow of Germany goalkeeper Robert Enke, who died after being hit by a train on Tuesday, says he fought depression for six years.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/09 at 1:13 pm

TENNIS: Rafael Nadal beats Nicolas Almagro 3-6 7-6 (7-2) 7-5 in Paris Masters

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/09 at 1:14 pm

FOOTBALL: Tottenham's Roman Pavlyuchenko tells a Russian paper he wants to leave White Hart Lane

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/09 at 1:37 am

TENNIS: Andy Murray needs a final-set tie-break to beat James Blake in the early hours at the Paris Masters.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/09 at 12:54 pm

CRICKET: England's women beat West Indies by six wickets in final Twenty20 international

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/09 at 12:54 pm

TENNIS: Radek Stepanek defeats Andy Murray 1-6 6-3 6-4 to reach Paris Masters quarter-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/09 at 12:55 pm

RUGBY UNION: England have made four changes to their starting line-up for their meeting with Argentina at Twickenham on Saturday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/09 at 12:56 pm

GOLF: Race to Dubai rivals Lee Westwood and Rory McIlroy shoot matching rounds of 66 on the first day of the Hong Kong Open, four shots behind leader Udorn Duangdecha.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/13/09 at 1:11 am

GOLF: Tiger Woods shoots 68 in Australian Masters second round to take three-shot lead on 10 under

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/13/09 at 1:12 am

TENNIS: Rafael Nadal beats Tommy Robredo 6-3 3-6 7-5 to reach Paris Masters quarter-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/13/09 at 12:56 pm

TENNIS: Fernando Verdasco books last place at London ATP finals as Robin Soderling's hopes end

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/13/09 at 12:57 pm

TENNIS: Rafael Nadal beats Jo-Wilfried Tsonga 7-5 7-5 to reach Paris Masters semi-finals

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/13/09 at 12:57 pm

GOLF: Rory McIlroy moves two shots clear of European rankings rival Lee Westwood after the second round of the Hong Kong Open.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 11/13/09 at 1:32 pm

TENNIS: Radek Stepanek defeats Andy Murray 1-6 6-3 6-4 to reach Paris Masters quarter-finals

Murray was tired from his previous match

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/13/09 at 2:28 pm

Murray was tired from his previous match
He can rest now till the next tournament.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/13/09 at 2:54 pm

England sealed a one-run win under the Duckworth/Lewis method in a pulsating Twenty20 international at Johannesburg.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/13/09 at 3:43 pm

FORMULA 1: Jenson Button tours McLaren factory, according to the Guardian's website

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/14/09 at 2:33 am

FORMULA 1: Jenson Button tours McLaren factory, according to the Guardian's website

Jenson Button visits the McLaren headquarters as doubts continue over who the world champion will drive for next season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/14/09 at 2:34 am

BOXING: Matthew Hatton's IBO welterweight title bout with Lovemore N'dou is declared a draw

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/14/09 at 2:34 am

BASKETBALL: Houston Rockets release Great Britain international Pops Mensah-Bonsu

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/14/09 at 2:34 am

GOLF: Tiger Woods struggles in third round of Australian Masters but is in three-way tie for the lead

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/14/09 at 2:35 am

England's home Ashes Tests and away football qualifiers would return to free-to-air TV under new recommendations, but the Winter Games would be up for grabs.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/14/09 at 11:30 am

Brazil and England meet in a friendly in Doha and Northern Ireland meet Slovakia while there are some crucial World Cup play-offs later, after Wales thrash Scotland.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/14/09 at 2:52 pm

ATHLETICS: GB long jump star Jade Johnson suffers knee injury on Strictly Come Dancing

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/14/09 at 2:53 pm

International friendly results - Brazil 1-0 England; Wales 3-0 Scotland; N Ireland 0-1 Serbia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/14/09 at 2:54 pm

GOLF: Frenchman Gregory Bourdy cards a bogey-free round of 63 to take a two-stroke lead at the Hong Kong open.

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Written By: nally on 11/14/09 at 6:33 pm

GOLF: Frenchman Gregory Bourdy cards a bogey-free round of 63 to take a two-stroke lead at the Hong Kong open.

Good for him. O0 8)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/15/09 at 5:00 am

Tony Smith tells BBC Radio 5 live he is resigning as coach of the England rugby league side.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/15/09 at 5:00 am

GOLF: World number one Tiger Woods wins the Australian Masters by two shots after a final round 68.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/15/09 at 5:01 am

GOLF: Frenchman Gregory Bourdy cards a bogey-free round of 63 to take a two-stroke lead at the Hong Kong open.

Good for him. O0 8)
GOLF: France's Gregory Bourdy held off the challenge of Rory McIlroy to win the Hong Kong Open by two strokes.

McIlroy, from Northern Ireland, carded a brilliant 64 after starting the final round five shots off the pace.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/15/09 at 5:02 am

BOXING: Manny Pacquiao stops Miguel Cotto in the 12th round to win WBO welterweight title

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/15/09 at 10:44 am

HORSE RACING: Dual champion chaser Master Minded suffers shock defeat as Well Chief wins at Cheltenham

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Written By: nally on 11/15/09 at 6:22 pm

GOLF: World number one Tiger Woods wins the Australian Masters by two shots after a final round 68.

excellent 8)

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Written By: Frank on 11/15/09 at 6:46 pm

NFL: New Orleans Saints are still undefeated. Who saw that coming?

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Written By: danootaandme on 11/16/09 at 5:23 am

Belichek out coaches himself to a pitiful defeat

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/17/09 at 1:28 pm

RUGBY UNION: Simon Shaw and Mathew Tait will return to England's 22-man squad to face New Zealand after 10 players are released to return to their clubs.

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Written By: Frank on 11/17/09 at 4:08 pm

NHL: Hockey star Brendan Shanahan retires today. He scored over 650 goals and sits 23rd in all time career points.

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Written By: nally on 11/17/09 at 6:59 pm

NHL: Hockey star Brendan Shanahan retires today. He scored over 650 goals and sits 23rd in all time career points.

Some fine achievements for him. O0

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Written By: Frank on 11/17/09 at 11:19 pm

Some fine achievements for him. O0

The only NHL player with over 600 goals and 2000 penalty minutes. The ultimate power forward.

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Written By: nally on 11/17/09 at 11:23 pm

The only NHL player with over 600 goals and 2000 penalty minutes. The ultimate power forward.

In that case, he should be inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame as soon as he's eligible. He deserves the honor. (I haven't followed hockey stats much, so I don't really know who leads what categories.)

Then again, there are players in certain sports who never got inducted to the respective Halls of Fame in their respective sports, due to certain problems and whatnot. A notable example is Pete Rose, who 20 years ago had received...well, we know the story on that. :-X

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Written By: Frank on 11/17/09 at 11:32 pm

In that case, he should be inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame as soon as he's eligible. He deserves the honor. (I haven't followed hockey stats much, so I don't really know who leads what categories.)

Then again, there are players in certain sports who never got inducted to the respective Halls of Fame in their respective sports, due to certain problems and whatnot. A notable example is Pete Rose, who 20 years ago had received...well, we know the story on that. :-X

Shanahan is no a lock for the hall of fame, but should make it. If Clark Gilles is in, Shanahan Belongs.

Pete Rose belongs there (MLB hall). Most hits ever. They'll let him in after he's dead ord if he's ill and 90 years old. Sad.

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Written By: nally on 11/17/09 at 11:36 pm

Shanahan is no a lock for the hall of fame, but should make it. If Clark Gilles is in, Shanahan Belongs.

Pete Rose belongs there (MLB hall). Most hits ever. They'll let him in after he's dead ord if he's ill and 90 years old. Sad.

Of course he does! Millions of people would probably agree whole-heartedly. The fact that he has the most hits of anyone to ever play MLB, like you said, should certainly be ruled as grounds for induction. I hope he gets in at some point.

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Written By: Frank on 11/17/09 at 11:55 pm

Of course he does! Millions of people would probably agree whole-heartedly. The fact that he has the most hits of anyone to ever play MLB, like you said, should certainly be ruled as grounds for induction. I hope he gets in at some point.

They will let him in after making him suffer for betting on baseball.
Then again, Joe Jackson is still not in and he dies over 50 years ago.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/18/09 at 1:22 am

TENNIS: Knee injury forces Andy Roddick out of season-ending ATP World Tour Finals in London

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/18/09 at 1:23 am

HORSE RACING: Record breaker Sea The Stars is named as Horse of the Year for 2009

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/18/09 at 1:23 am

GOLF: Lee Westwood insists he is more interested in winning a first major title than coming out on top in this year's Order of Merit.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/18/09 at 12:42 pm

RUGBY UNION: All Blacks fly-half Dan Carter returns from suspension for Saturday's game against England

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/18/09 at 12:43 pm

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL: Egypt meet fierce rivals Algeria in a one-off World Cup play-off in Sudan, with France v Rep of Ireland among later matches.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/09 at 1:14 am

FOOTBALL: Uruguay reach 2010 World Cup Finals after 2-1 aggregate win over Costa Rica

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/09 at 1:15 am

The owners of Lord's say they are not planning to sell the stadium's naming rights to finance a £400m redevelopment of the famous venue.

The redevelopment plans will in part be funded by flats around the stadium, but the MCC says it will not even look at selling rights for individual stands.

MCC chief executive Keith Bradshaw told BBC Radio 5 live: "There's no way we would rename Lord's.

"It's the home of cricket, the hallowed turf. It's not an option at all."

He added: "It's something that we wouldn't consider, and in fact I even have a real problem even considering renaming the stands within the ground that are now dedicated to famous cricketers.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 11/19/09 at 1:17 am

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL: Egypt meet fierce rivals Algeria in a one-off World Cup play-off in Sudan, with France v Rep of Ireland among later matches.

France scored on a very obvious hand ball that the referee missed. Shame on him.
Ireland is now out.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/09 at 1:19 am

France scored on a very obvious hand ball that the referee missed. Shame on him.
Ireland is now out.
AT one point the Irish were in front.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 11/19/09 at 1:28 am

AT one point the Irish were in front.

Yes. Sadly they lost. Sadly.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/09 at 1:30 am

Yes. Sadly they lost. Sadly.
France are really not the strong side as they were.

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Written By: Frank on 11/19/09 at 1:33 am

France are really not the strong side as they were.

Zidane is gone, Henry is getting old.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/20/09 at 3:16 pm

...Henry is getting old.
but does he know where his hands are?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/20/09 at 3:16 pm

England's one-day series opener against South Africa is abandoned without a ball bowled

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/20/09 at 3:17 pm

Middlesex have signed former Australia wicketkeeper Adam Gilchrist to spearhead their 2010 Twenty20 campaign.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/20/09 at 3:17 pm

WINTER SPORTS: Britain's Shelley Rudman wins Skeleton World Cup silver in Lake Placid, USA

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/21/09 at 2:08 am

BOXING: Rendall Munroe retains European super-bantamweight title with points win over Simone Maludrottu

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/21/09 at 2:09 am

RUGBY UNION: Premiership result - Gloucester 12-9 Leicester; Worcester 12-12 Bath

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/21/09 at 2:09 am

GOLF: Lee Westwood and Rory McIlroy continue their battle for Europe's number one spot in the third round of the inaugural Dubai World Championship.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/21/09 at 2:10 am

TENNIS: Andy Murray will play US Open champion Juan Martin del Potro in the opening singles match when the ATP World Tour Finals begin in London for the first time on Sunday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/21/09 at 4:23 am

DISABILITY SPORT: Athletes with intellectual disabilities gain approval to compete in Paralympics

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/21/09 at 7:16 am

GOLF: Lee Westwood leads Dubai World Championship by two shots after round three; McIlroy five back

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/21/09 at 8:29 am

England take on the All Blacks at Twickenham and Wales meet Argentina in Cardiff, before Scotland play Australia and Ireland take on Fiji.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/21/09 at 10:32 am

RUGBY UNION: Northampton beat Harlequins 26-17 in Premiership at Franklin's Gardens

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/21/09 at 10:33 am

HORSE RACING: Kauto Star pips Imperial Commander by a nose in the Betfair Chase at Haydock

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/21/09 at 10:33 am

RUGBY UNION: International results: England 6-19 New Zealand; Wales 33-16 Argentina

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/21/09 at 4:00 pm

RUGBY UNION: Scotland end a 27-year losing run against Australia as an awesome defensive performance sets up a 9-8 victory at Murrayfield.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/21/09 at 4:05 pm

HORSE RACING: Kauto Star pips Imperial Commander by a nose in the Betfair Chase at Haydock

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/22/09 at 11:59 am

TENNIS: Andy Murray beats Juan Martin del Potro 6-3 3-6 6-2 in opening match of ATP World Tour Finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/22/09 at 12:08 pm

GOLF: Lee Westwood claims an emphatic victory in the Dubai World Championship on Sunday to end the season as Europe's number one for the second time.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/24/09 at 9:17 am

RUGBY UNION: Edinburgh flanker Alan MacDonald will make his Scotland debut against Argentina

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/09 at 10:37 am

TENNIS: Defending champion Novak Djokovic loses to Robin Soderling on day four of the ATP World Tour Finals in London.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/09 at 10:38 am

RUGBY UNION: England international Mark Cueto signs new four-year contract with Sale Sharks

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/09 at 10:39 am

SWIMMING: Rebecca Adlington to lead 36-strong Europe team for Duel in the Pool event v USA in December

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Written By: Rice_Cube on 11/25/09 at 3:06 pm

http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/basketball/blog/the_dagger/post/Video-Baylor-s-Brittney-Griner-becomes-seventh-?urn=ncaab,204891

Probably more impressive if she had gone straight-up alley-oop but still, not a bad play.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/27/09 at 12:54 am

Juan Martin del Potro beats top seed Roger Federer to reach the semi-finals of the ATP World Tour Finals - and knock out Andy Murray.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/27/09 at 2:29 pm

Golfer Tiger Woods is in a serious condition after being involved in a car accident in Florida, according to US unconfirmed media reports.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/27/09 at 2:34 pm

GOLF: Ireland's Rory McIlroy and Graeme McDowell retained a three-shot lead at the World Cup of Golf in China despite a stumble during Friday's foursomes.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/28/09 at 7:41 am

World number one golfer Tiger Woods faces police questions after a car accident near his home in Florida.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/28/09 at 7:41 am

World number one golfer Tiger Woods faces police questions after a car accident near his home in Florida.
Golfer's wife Elin reportedly told police she smashed his car window with a golf club

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/28/09 at 7:42 am

RUGBY UNION: South Africa lock Bakkies Botha pulls out of Test against Ireland with a back injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/28/09 at 7:42 am

Ireland duo Rory McIlroy and Graeme McDowell will take a one shot lead over Italy and Sweden into the final round of the World Cup of Golf in China.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/28/09 at 7:43 am

Anthony Small retains his British and Commonwealth light-middleweight titles with a lacklustre victory over Thomas McDonagh.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/28/09 at 9:07 am

HORSE RACING: Top-weight Denman wins the Hennessy Gold Cup at Newbury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/28/09 at 9:08 am

Roger Federer takes on Nikolay Davydenko for a place in the final of the World Tour Finals in London.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/29/09 at 2:32 am

Juan Martin del Potro beats Robin Soderling in three sets and will face Nikolay Davydenko in Sunday's final at the World Tour Finals in London

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/29/09 at 2:33 am

GOLF: Edoardo and Francesco Molinari held off Ireland and Sweden on a thrilling final day to secure Italy's first victory in the World Cup of Golf in China.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/29/09 at 6:36 am

BOXING: Londoner Darren Barker wins the British middleweight title with a stoppage win over late substitute Danny Butler.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/29/09 at 9:09 am

HORSE RACING: Hennessy winner Denman rerouted to Newbury in February before Cheltenham Gold Cup bid

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/29/09 at 9:10 am

Champions Trophy Hockey: England draw 3-3 with Spain in their second group match at the Champions Trophy in Melbourne.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/29/09 at 1:23 pm

Nikolay Davydenko became the first Russian to win the season-ending ATP World Tour Finals with a brilliant display against Argentina's Juan Martin del Potro.

The 28-year-old claimed the biggest title of his career, and a cheque for just over £900,000, with a 6-3 6-4 defeat of the US Open champion.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/29/09 at 2:22 pm

Tiger Woods has hit out at "unfounded rumours" circulating since his car accident in the early hours of Friday.

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Written By: Frank on 11/29/09 at 11:37 pm

CFL" Canadian football league: Montreal Alouettes beat the Saskatchewan Roughridees to win the 97th Grey cup.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/09 at 1:22 am

Ireland captain Brian O'Driscoll heaps praise on his team-mates after the Grand Slam holders edge out world champions South Africa 15-10 at Croke Park.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/09 at 1:23 am

RUGBY LEAGUE: Former international player Paul Johnson is training with Wakefield in the hope of earning a deal.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/09 at 1:43 am

Ferrari's Felipe Massa has returned to racing for the first time since his life-threatening accident last season.

The Brazilian driver finished third in a charity karting event won by Michael Schumacher in southern Brazil.

Massa was hosting the "International Challenge of the Stars" - an event that raises money for local charities - for the fifth successive year.

The 28-year-old suffered a fractured skull in qualifying for the Hungarian Grand Prix in July.

At the time of the accident there were fears that Massa could have suffered loss of vision.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/09 at 2:04 pm

Serena Williams is fined and given a suspended three-year ban from the US Open for her verbal tirade at a line judge at Flushing Meadows.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/09 at 2:04 pm

Tiger Woods hits out at "unfounded rumours" circulating since he was involved in a car accident early on Friday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/09 at 2:05 pm

HORSE RACING: Big Zeb will be aiming to capitalise on Master Minded's absence at Saturday's Keith Prowse Hospitality Tingle Creek Chase at Sandown.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/09 at 2:05 pm

St Louis star Albert Pujols and Joe Mauer of Minnesota are Major League Baseball's 2009 Most Valuable Players.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/09 at 2:06 pm

Kobe Bryant scored 33 points as NBA champions the Los Angeles Lakers opened the new season with a 99-92 victory over city rivals the Clippers.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/09 at 2:06 pm

A one-handed take by Indianapolis wide receiver Pierre Garcon helps the Colts overhaul a deficit for the fifth time in successive games as they beat Houston 35-27 and become the first team to secure a 2009 play-off place.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/09 at 2:07 pm

Badminton and rhythmic gymnastics at the London 2012 Olympics are set to be held at Wembley Arena rather than a new, purpose-built facility.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/09 at 2:07 pm

SAILING: Italy's Azzurra beats Team New Zealand in the Louis Vuitton Trophy final in Nice.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/09 at 1:26 am

Barcelona and Argentina forward Lionel Messi wins the prestigious European Footballer of the Year award.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/09 at 1:26 am

Tiger Woods has withdrawn from the Chevron World Challenge, a tournament he has hosted for the past nine years.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/09 at 1:27 am

RUGBY LEAGUE: The Crusaders could be fined £60,000 over the visa irregularities that led to the UK Borders Agency deporting six of their Australia-born players.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/09 at 1:30 am

RUGBY UNION: Wales say their disappointing autumn and the evolving world scene will see them produce a new Six Nations game plan.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/09 at 1:31 am

Serena Williams is fined and given a suspended three-year ban from the US Open for her verbal tirade at a line judge at Flushing Meadows.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/09 at 12:53 am

GOLF: Florida police say Tiger Woods 'at fault' over his car crash, but will not face criminal charges

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/09 at 12:54 am

GOLF: Florida police say Tiger Woods 'at fault' over his car crash, but will not face criminal charges

But Woods is cited for careless driving and faces a fine of $164 (£98) for Friday's incident

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/09 at 12:54 am

RUGBY UNION: International Rugby Board says there will be no law changes before the 2011 World Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/09 at 12:10 pm

Tiger Woods has withdrawn from the Chevron World Challenge, a tournament he has hosted for the past nine years.
Golf star Tiger Woods apologises to his family for his "transgressions" amid speculation about his private life following a car crash.

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Written By: nally on 12/02/09 at 12:19 pm

Tiger Woods has withdrawn from the Chevron World Challenge, a tournament he has hosted for the past nine years.

It probably has to do with his recent car accident, and this whole thing with his private life.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/09 at 12:20 pm

It probably has to do with his recent car accident, and this whole thing with his private life.
Completely, his life style is changing now.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/03/09 at 1:15 am

BOXING: Bernard Hopkins targets heavyweight title shot against David Haye after comeback win

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Written By: nally on 12/03/09 at 11:07 pm

Completely, his life style is changing now.

That being said, I think he owes everyone a deep and sincere apology. After all, he's supposed to be setting an example for everyone. He's been a public figure for what, 12 or 13 years now?

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Written By: Frank on 12/03/09 at 11:40 pm

That being said, I think he owes everyone a deep and sincere apology. After all, he's supposed to be setting an example for everyone. He's been a public figure for what, 12 or 13 years now?

I don't think he owes everyone a deep apology. I think he owes his immediate family an apology...but...not everyone. He's just human.
He doesn't owe me anything. It's his life. He didn't do anything to me.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 12/03/09 at 11:42 pm

I don't think he owes everyone a deep apology. I think he owes his immediate family an apology...but...not everyone. He's just human.
He doesn't owe me anything. It's his life. He didn't do anything to me.

Yeah, you're right. I meant something along those lines, but I couldn't figure out how to phrase it properly.

He didn't do anything to me either.

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Written By: Frank on 12/03/09 at 11:44 pm

Yeah, you're right. I meant something along those lines, but I couldn't figure out how to phrase it properly.

He didn't do anything to me either.

I understand. But he should have known better to not cause this mess.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 12/03/09 at 11:46 pm

I understand. But he should have known better to not cause this mess.

Of course not. We all have our mishaps now and then.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 12/03/09 at 11:50 pm

On a completely unrelated note...this thread now trails only two other threads in the Sports Zone section:

The 2006 MLB Season (1839 replies)
and the 2005 MLB Season (1885 replies)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/09 at 1:33 am

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL: England are among 32 teams eagerly awaiting Friday's draw for the 2010 World Cup finals in South Africa.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/09 at 1:33 am

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL: England are among 32 teams eagerly awaiting Friday's draw for the 2010 World Cup finals in South Africa.
Ireland will not be there.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/09 at 12:32 pm

The draw for the groups for the 2010 World Cup (footie)

Group A: South Africa, Mexico, Uruguay, France

Group B: Argentina, Nigeria, South Korea, Greece

Group C: ENGLAND, United States, Algeria, Slovenia

Group D: Germany, Australia, Serbia, Ghana

Group E: Netherlands, Denmark, Japan, Cameroon

Group F: Italy, Paraguay, New Zealand, Slovakia

Group G: Brazil, North Korea, Ivory Coast, Portugal

Group H: Spain, Switzerland, Honduras, Chile

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Written By: Frank on 12/04/09 at 1:15 pm

The draw for the groups for the 2010 World Cup (footie)

Group A: South Africa, Mexico, Uruguay, France

Group B: Argentina, Nigeria, South Korea, Greece

Group C: ENGLAND, United States, Algeria, Slovenia

Group D: Germany, Australia, Serbia, Ghana

Group E: Netherlands, Denmark, Japan, Cameroon

Group F: Italy, Paraguay, New Zealand, Slovakia

Group G: Brazil, North Korea, Ivory Coast, Portugal

Group H: Spain, Switzerland, Honduras, Chile

Looking forward to the Brazil/Portugal match up.
The Spain/Honduras match might see many goals.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/09 at 1:17 pm

Looking forward to the Brazil/Portugal match up.
The Spain/Honduras match might see many goals.

England v United States might be a tough match for us.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 12/04/09 at 1:23 pm

England v United States might be a tough match for us.

For that match, I will cheer for England to win 8-0. ;)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/09 at 2:44 pm

For that match, I will cheer for England to win 8-0. ;)
A score that I would wish to see.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/05/09 at 2:47 am

The draw for the groups for the 2010 World Cup (footie)

Group A: South Africa, Mexico, Uruguay, France

Group B: Argentina, Nigeria, South Korea, Greece

Group C: ENGLAND, United States, Algeria, Slovenia

Group D: Germany, Australia, Serbia, Ghana

Group E: Netherlands, Denmark, Japan, Cameroon

Group F: Italy, Paraguay, New Zealand, Slovakia

Group G: Brazil, North Korea, Ivory Coast, Portugal

Group H: Spain, Switzerland, Honduras, Chile

Prime Minister Gordon Brown - "I wish England all the best in their group"

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/05/09 at 2:47 am

David Ferrer fights back from two sets down to beat Radek Stepanek and give Spain a commanding 2-0 lead after day one of the Davis Cup final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/05/09 at 2:48 am

Ian Poulter is two shots behind leader YE Yang at the Chevron World Challenge after the second round.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/05/09 at 6:41 am

GOLF: Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy pulls out of Sun City Challenge with stomach virus

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/05/09 at 6:42 am

RUGBY UNION: England reach the last four at the Dubai Sevens with sudden-death win over Argentina

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/05/09 at 7:29 am

More than 90 people are arrested in a crackdown on unlawful working at the 2012 Olympic Games site in east London.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/05/09 at 3:10 pm

TENNIS: Fernando Verdasco & Feliciano Lopez win doubles to seal 3-0 win for Spain in Davis Cup final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/05/09 at 4:43 pm

Sammy Wanjiru and Irina Mikitenko will defend their men's and women's London Marathon titles next year on 25 April.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/06/09 at 3:05 am

BOXING: Amir Khan needs just 76 seconds to defeat Dmitriy Salita in the first defence of his WBA light-welterweight title in Newcastle.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/09 at 1:17 am

GOLF: Jim Furyk wins Chevron World Challenge, one shot ahead of Graeme McDowell

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/09 at 1:18 am

FOOTBALL: Scottish FA to investigate tunnel fracas after Hamilton v Hearts game

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/09 at 1:15 am

Silverstone agrees a 17-year deal to host the British Grand Prix from 2010, ensuring the race remains on the Formula 1 calendar.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/09 at 12:49 pm

Lee Westwood is rewarded for a fine season by being named the European Tour's golfer of the year for 2009.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/09 at 12:50 pm

Golf star Tiger Woods has released a statement on his website apologising to his family, amid continuing speculation about his private life following a car crash last week.

"I have let my family down and I regret those transgressions with all of my heart. I have not been true to my values and the behaviour my family deserves.
I am not without faults and I am far short of perfect. I am dealing with my behaviour and personal failings behind closed doors with my family. Those feelings should be shared by us alone.

Although I am a well-known person and have made my career as a professional athlete, I have been dismayed to realise the full extent of what tabloid scrutiny really means. For the last week, my family and I have been hounded to expose intimate details of our personal lives.

The stories in particular that physical violence played any role in the car accident were utterly false and malicious. Elin has always done more to support our family and shown more grace than anyone could possibly expect.

But no matter how intense curiosity about public figures can be, there is an important and deep principle at stake which is the right to some simple, human measure of privacy. I realise there are some who don't share my view on that.

But for me, the virtue of privacy is one that must be protected in matters that are intimate and within one's own family. Personal sins should not require press releases and problems within a family shouldn't have to mean public confessions.

Whatever regrets I have about letting my family down have been shared with and felt by us alone. I have given this a lot of reflection and thought and I believe that there is a point at which I must stick to that principle even though it's difficult.

I will strive to be a better person and the husband and father that my family deserves. For all of those who have supported me over the years, I offer my profound apology."

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/09 at 12:50 pm

BOXING: Carl Froch confirms he will fight Mikkel Kessler in Denmark on 17 April

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/09 at 12:51 pm

SKIING: World Cup slalom champion Jean-Baptiste Grange out of 2010 Winter Olympics with knee injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/09 at 12:51 pm

SNOOKER: Ronnie O'Sullivan leads Peter Ebdon 6-2 after first session in UK Championship second round

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Written By: Frank on 12/08/09 at 12:56 pm

NHL: Martin Brodeur ties Terry Sawchuk's all time shutout record with his 103rd last night.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/10/09 at 2:33 pm

Renault will continue in Formula 1 next year after a deal is reached to secure the team's future.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/10/09 at 2:33 pm

Silverstone has agreed a 17-year deal to host the British Grand Prix from 2010, ensuring the race is not axed.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/10/09 at 2:34 pm

RUGBY UNION: Harlequins suspend scrum-half Danny Care for one game following yellow card against Leeds

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/10/09 at 2:34 pm

SNOOKER: Ronnie O'Sullivan and John Higgins reach semi-finals of UK Championship

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/10/09 at 2:35 pm

Graeme Swann warms up for next week's Test series by taking 6-55 against a South Africa Invitational XI in East London.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 12/10/09 at 10:07 pm

MLB: Jamie Hoffmann of the Dodgers has been reportedly picked up by the Washington Nationals, via the Rule Five Draft.

Also, Randy Wolf has signed as a free agent with the Milwaukee Brewers, after another single-year stint with the Dodgers.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/12/09 at 3:03 am

US golfer Tiger Woods says he is taking an indefinite break from the sport, after publicly admitting his "infidelity" for the first time.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/12/09 at 3:40 am

CRICKET: Indian pace bowler Sree Santh admitted to hospital with swine flu

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/12/09 at 3:42 am

GOLF: Spain's Pablo Martin blazed his way to a nine-under-par 63 to take a four-shot lead over local favourite Ernie Els at the Alfred Dunhill Championship.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/12/09 at 1:28 pm

Gillette has become the first major sponsor of Tiger Woods to distance itself from the golf star after the storm over his private life.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/13/09 at 2:40 am

SNOOKER: John Higgins beats Ronnie O'Sullivan 9-8 to reach UK Championship final in Telford

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/13/09 at 2:41 am

BOXING: Vitali Klitschko defends his WBC world heavyweight title with an efficient but unspectacular win over Kevin Johnson.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/13/09 at 2:41 am

Track cyclists Rebecca Romero and Bradley Wiggins will not be able to defend their titles at London 2012 but Victoria Pendleton could go for three golds.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/13/09 at 7:19 am

Tiger Woods's caddie Steve Williams strenuously denies having any knowledge of the world number one's "infidelity".

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/13/09 at 2:01 pm

SNOOKER: UK Championship final in Telford (best of 19 frames)

Latest:

Ding Junhui 4-4 John Higgins

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/13/09 at 2:50 pm

Tom Daley has been named the 2009 BBC Young Personality of the Year for the second time.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/13/09 at 2:50 pm

Major Phil Packer has received the Helen Rollason award at the 2009 BBC Sports Personality of the Year show.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/13/09 at 2:51 pm

Milton Keynes swimming instructor Doreen Adcock has won the Sports Unsung Hero award at the 2009 BBC Sports Personality of the Year.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/13/09 at 2:51 pm

Comedian Eddie Izzard has been honoured with a special award at the 2009 BBC Sports Personality of the Year for his epic marathon feats for Sport Relief.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/13/09 at 2:52 pm

The England cricket team has been awarded the Team of the Year prize at the 2009 BBC Sports Personality show.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/13/09 at 2:52 pm

England coach Fabio Capello has been named the 2009 Coach of the Year at the BBC Sports Personality awards show.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/13/09 at 2:58 pm

The Lifetime Achievement award goes to Seve Ballesteros at the 2009 BBC Sports Personality show.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/13/09 at 3:00 pm

The Overseas Personality award goes to Usain Bolt at the 2009 BBC Sports Personality show.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/13/09 at 3:01 pm

The BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2009 goes to Ryan Giggs.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 12/14/09 at 1:27 pm

US golfer Tiger Woods says he is taking an indefinite break from the sport, after publicly admitting his "infidelity" for the first time.

I figured he might go on some hiatus after this strangeness began.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/15/09 at 1:01 am

December 15th 1891 – James Naismith introduces the first version of basketball, with thirteen rules, a peach basket nailed to either end of his school's gymnasium, and two teams of nine players.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 12/15/09 at 7:27 pm

Sidney Crosby win the Lou Marsh trophy, the Canadian male Athlete of the year.

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Written By: nally on 12/16/09 at 3:05 pm

Yesterday I heard on the news that Juan Pierre has signed with the Chicago Whitesox! I was sort of heartbroken by this because I think Pierre has been a good part of the Dodgers team, especially for speed. Now I wonder who they're gonna get to replace him on the field. Yeah, they still have Manny, but he wasn't quite as effective this year. :-\\

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Written By: Frank on 12/17/09 at 11:33 am

Tiger Woods announced as husband athlete of the decade by the Associated press

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/17/09 at 1:46 pm

Tiger Woods announced as husband athlete of the decade by the Associated press
Any change in the announcement yet?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/17/09 at 1:48 pm

FOOTBALL: Watford move closer to administration after latest development

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/17/09 at 2:37 pm

TENNIS: Court of Arbitration for Sport upholds decision clearing Richard Gasquet of drug charge

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/17/09 at 2:38 pm

PGA Tour chief Tim Finchem accepts Tiger Woods's absence from the circuit will have an impact on golf but insists it is not all "doom and gloom".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/17/09 at 2:43 pm

GOLF: Nigel Edwards has been appointed as the captain of Great Britain and Ireland's Walker Cup team.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/17/09 at 2:45 pm

UK Athletics announces tougher qualifying standards for next year's European Championships in Barcelona.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 12/17/09 at 2:58 pm

Any change in the announcement yet?

I doubt it..

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/19/09 at 5:35 am

Watford have avoided the threat of administration after majority shareholder Lord Ashcroft agreed to pay former chairman Jimmy Russo £4.88m.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/19/09 at 11:20 am

SWIMMING: Britain's Michael Rock beats US star Michael Phelps but USA comfortably win Duel In The Pool

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/19/09 at 3:43 pm

Swiss watch maker Tag Heuer says it is to drop troubled golfer Tiger Woods's image from its US adverts, a Swiss paper reports.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 12/19/09 at 6:32 pm

Swiss watch maker Tag Heuer says it is to drop troubled golfer Tiger Woods's image from its US adverts, a Swiss paper reports.

Might be a wise move on their parts.

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Written By: Frank on 12/19/09 at 11:56 pm

NFL: The New Orleans saints lost their first match of the year tonight

The Colts are the only unbeaten team left.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/20/09 at 1:23 am

BOXING: Ghana's Charles Adamu earns a split decision victory over Liverpool's Carl Dilks to win the vacant Commonwealth super-middleweight title on Friday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/20/09 at 1:23 am

BOXING: Vitali Klitschko defended his WBC world heavyweight title with an efficient but unspectacular unanimous points victory over Kevin Johnson.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/20/09 at 1:24 am

BOXING: Kelly Pavlik retains WBC and WBO middleweight titles with a fifth-round win over Miguel Espino

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/20/09 at 1:25 am

ATHLETICS: Seven US runners lose a preliminary ruling in their bid to keep Olympic relay medals taken away after Marion Jones was banned for doping

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/20/09 at 1:26 am

SWIMMING: Britain's Michael Rock steals a superb victory over United States swimming legend Michael Phelps, but the US still easily beat Europe at Duel in the Pool.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/21/09 at 1:31 am

Scotland's Richie Ramsay wins the South African Open at Pearl Valley by beating India's Shiv Kapur in a play-off.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 12/21/09 at 1:59 pm

SWIMMING: Britain's Michael Rock steals a superb victory over United States swimming legend Michael Phelps, but the US still easily beat Europe at Duel in the Pool.

Well...even the best competitors get beat sometimes.

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Written By: Frank on 12/21/09 at 10:54 pm

NHL: Mike Fisher of the Ottawa Senators became engaged to singer Carrie Underwood

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 12/21/09 at 10:56 pm

NHL: Goaltender Martin Brodeur sets all-time mark for shutouts today at 104, breaking Terry Sawchuk's previous record of 103.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/22/09 at 1:04 am

PGA Tour chief Tim Finchem accepts Tiger Woods's absence from the circuit will have an impact on golf but insists it is not all "doom and gloom".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/23/09 at 1:25 am

Formula 1 legend Michael Schumacher will come out of retirement to race for Mercedes next year, BBC Sport understands.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 12/23/09 at 11:42 am

Formula 1 legend Michael Schumacher will come out of retirement to race for Mercedes next year, BBC Sport understands.

Yes, I read that. Wonder why he is returning. What else does he want to achieve? (other than running new drivers out of races :D)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/24/09 at 5:27 am

Former boxing manager Terry Lawless has died at the age of 76.

Lawless was best known for his work with Frank Bruno, steering the British fighter to a world title challenge against Mike Tyson.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/24/09 at 5:28 am

Canadian Paralympic athlete Brian McKeever is set to become the first man to compete at a Winter Olympics and Paralympics.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/24/09 at 8:25 am

Floyd Mayweather Jr's planned bout with Manny Pacquiao is off because of a blood-testing dispute, according to Pacquiao's promoter Bob Arum.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/24/09 at 8:38 am

Boxing Day's Scottish Football League fixtures have been almost wiped out by freezing temperatures, with 13 games being postponed on Thursday.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/24/09 at 8:39 am

Boxing Day's Scottish Football League fixtures have been almost wiped out by freezing temperatures, with 13 games being postponed on Thursday.
http://newsimg.bbc.co.uk/media/images/46990000/jpg/_46990906_snow_466b.jpg

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/26/09 at 12:01 pm

HORSE RACING: Kauto Star makes history with fourth straight win in the King George VI Chase

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/26/09 at 12:04 pm

Manny Pacquiao says he will take Floyd Mayweather Jr to court following comments over a blood-testing dispute.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/26/09 at 12:07 pm

DARTS: World number three James Wade beats Steve Brown to reach the second round of the PDC World Championship.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/26/09 at 12:08 pm

DARTS: World number three James Wade beats Steve Brown to reach the second round of the PDC World Championship.
Is darts a sport?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/26/09 at 12:14 pm

BADMINTON: European mixed doubles champion Anthony Clark will form a new partnership with Heather Olver following the retirement of Donna Kellogg.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/26/09 at 12:14 pm

BASEBALL: St Louis star Albert Pujols and Joe Mauer of Minnesota are Major League Baseball's 2009 Most Valuable Players.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/26/09 at 12:14 pm

BASKETBALL: British forward Pops Mensah-Bonsu, currently playing in the NBA for Toronto, speaks to BBC World Service.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/26/09 at 12:17 pm

EQUESTRIAN: Eric van der Vleuten of the Netherlands wins the Rolex FEI World Cup qualifier at Olympia.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/26/09 at 12:18 pm

ICE HOCKEY: Former NHL star turned politician Slava Fetisov plays for his old team in Moscow at the age of 51.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/26/09 at 12:18 pm

Welsh netball has announced former Fiji national coach Melissa Hyndman as its first full-time High Performance Coach.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/26/09 at 12:19 pm

ROWING: Former Olympic champion Greg Searle has set his sights on competing at London 2012, when he will be 40 years old.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/26/09 at 12:19 pm

SHOOTING: Paralympians Matt Skelhon and James Bevis lead a strong display by GB shooters at the Riac and Ibis Cup in Luxembourg.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/26/09 at 12:20 pm

SQUASH: Laura Massaro beats Madeline Perry in the final of the $25,000 Monte Carlo Classic in Monaco.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 12/26/09 at 1:56 pm

MLB: Relief pitcher Fernando Rodney, who converted 37 out of 38 save opportunities during the 2009 season for the Detroit Tigers, has signed with the Angels. So it looks like they're gonna replace Brian Fuentes with him, or maybe make him the setup man. I've heard nothing about whether the Angels are gonna keep Fuentes for '10 or not.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/26/09 at 3:52 pm

RUGBY UNION: Northampton move second in Guinness Premiership with 26-6 win over Worcester

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/27/09 at 2:41 am

HORSE RACING: Monday's meeting at Catterick is abandoned due to snow

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Written By: Big Nasty on 12/27/09 at 7:53 am

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Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/27/09 at 9:25 am

FOOTBALL: SPL result - Hibernian 1-4 Rangers

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Written By: Frank on 12/27/09 at 7:32 pm

NFL: Indianapolis Colts lose to the NY Jets today, thus endeth their unbeaten season.

Somewhere the 1972 Dolphins are smiling.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/28/09 at 12:58 am

TENNIS: Roger Federer and Serena Williams are named 2009 world champions by the International Tennis Federation.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/28/09 at 1:37 am

RUGBY UNION: Wasps edge Harlequins 21-20 in front of a record 76,716 crowd at Twickenham

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/28/09 at 4:20 am

DARTS: Phil Taylor's bid for a 15th PDC World Championship title gathered pace as he breezed past outsider Steve Hine.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/28/09 at 4:50 am

CYCLING: David Millar says cycling has gone from being one of the sports worst affected by doping to leading the fight against performance-enhancing drugs.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/28/09 at 7:05 am

RACING: Chepstow passes fourth inspection, Welsh National goes ahead as scheduled

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/28/09 at 10:31 am

HORSE RACING: Dream Alliance wins Welsh National ahead of Silver By Nature and favourite Le Beau Bai

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/28/09 at 10:31 am

HORSE RACING: Lexus Chase at Leopardstown rescheduled for Tuesday after fog at the course

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/28/09 at 12:47 pm

SKIING: Defending overall World Cup champion Lindsey Vonn has been given the all-clear after crashing in the opening run of a World Cup giant slalom in Austria.

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Written By: Frank on 12/28/09 at 1:03 pm

English Soccer: Beckham will be on the England World cup team only if he is healthy

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/28/09 at 1:09 pm

English Soccer: Beckham will be on the England World cup team only if he is healthy
Dodgy foot again?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 12/28/09 at 2:17 pm

TENNIS: Roger Federer and Serena Williams are named 2009 world champions by the International Tennis Federation.

Good for them. :) I figured they'd be likely candidates

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/28/09 at 3:12 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:Motherwell set to appoint Craig Brown as interim manager following sacking of Jim Gannon

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/28/09 at 3:13 pm

F1: Motorsport boss Jean Todt plans to promote the advance of 'green' technology through Formula 1.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/28/09 at 3:16 pm

Judging by rumoured reports online, there could be a Philippine Ice Skater at the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/29/09 at 1:04 am

DARTS: Raymond van Barneveld hits nine-dart finish for second year running at PDC World Championship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/29/09 at 12:19 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL: Hearts appoint Aleksandr Metlitski as the club's new sports director

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/29/09 at 12:19 pm

HORSE RACING: What A Friend, part-owned by Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson, won the Lexus Chase at Leopardstown.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 12/29/09 at 12:44 pm

Dodgy foot again?

I do not know the state of his health.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/29/09 at 12:56 pm

I do not know the state of his health.
This needs investigation.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 12/29/09 at 1:16 pm

This needs investigation.

English football would know better than us.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/29/09 at 1:20 pm

English football would know better than us.
From the Times of India:

David Beckham has recovered from a bruised right ankle bone and is in fine fettle, an AC Milan doctor said on Tuesday after the England midfielder's second day of training since returning to the Serie A side.

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Written By: Frank on 12/29/09 at 1:38 pm

From the Times of India:

David Beckham has recovered from a bruised right ankle bone and is in fine fettle, an AC Milan doctor said on Tuesday after the England midfielder's second day of training since returning to the Serie A side.

Thanks.
If he remains healthy, I imagine he'll be in. He can still take those free kicks.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/29/09 at 1:39 pm

Thanks.
If he remains healthy, I imagine he'll be in. He can still take those free kicks.
...and run around a little bit?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 12/29/09 at 1:57 pm

...and run around a little bit?

Maybe he won't be a starter but come in later ( at the 70th minute or so)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/29/09 at 2:26 pm

Maybe he won't be a starter but come in later ( at the 70th minute or so)
Depends on the true injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/29/09 at 4:01 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE: Australia forward Willie Mason has rejected a move to the Super League with Crusaders.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/29/09 at 4:02 pm

Barcelona star Lionel Messi is named Fifa World Footballer of the Year to add to his Ballon d'Or prize.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/30/09 at 12:47 am

DARTS: Phil Taylor moves into quarter-finals at PDC World Championship with 4-1 win over Robert Thorton

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/30/09 at 12:48 am

F1: Bernie Ecclestone picks Sebastian Vettel as the next world champion, plus other stories and rumours

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/30/09 at 1:18 pm

Andrej Jerman wins the last world cup downhill of the year by almost half a second. Didier Defago finishes second and Michael Walchhofer third, while Mario Scheiber is disqualified.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/30/09 at 1:20 pm

Sergio Garcia will seek a specialist's advice after revealing he is still troubled by the hand injury that has kept him from playing for three weeks.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/30/09 at 1:25 pm

David Millar says cycling has gone from being one of the sports worst affected by doping to leading the fight against performance-enhancing drugs.

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Written By: Frank on 12/30/09 at 5:07 pm

Canada announces it's Men's Hockey team for the 2010 Olympics.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/31/09 at 12:12 am

British and Irish Lions legend Ian McGeechan is knighted in the 2010 New Year Honours List, with Jenson Button and Beth Tweddle among the other sports stars to be recognised.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/31/09 at 12:12 am

Scots golfer Catriona Matthew described being appointed MBE in the New Year Honours List as "the icing on the cake" following a memorable 2009.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/31/09 at 12:12 am

Former St Helens star Steve Prescott has been made an MBE in the New Year Honours list in recognition of his services to rugby league and charity.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/31/09 at 12:13 am

Formula 1 world champion Jenson Button says being appointed MBE in the New Year's Honours list is the "crowning glory" of his life-changing year.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/31/09 at 12:31 am

BOXING: Manny Pacquiao launches legal action against Floyd Mayweather Jr

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/31/09 at 3:55 pm

TENNIS: Andy Murray hopes the decision to skip his title defence in Doha will help his chances of securing a first Grand Slam title at the Australian Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/31/09 at 3:56 pm

AT&T says it will no longer sponsor top golfer Tiger Woods, who announced earlier this month that he would take an indefinite break from the sport.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/31/09 at 3:56 pm

ATHLETICS: Seven US runners lose a preliminary ruling in their bid to keep Olympic relay medals taken away after Marion Jones was banned for doping.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/01/10 at 2:24 am

HORSE RACING: Exeter and Fakenham meetings off, while Cheltenham have called a 1000 GMT inspection

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Written By: nally on 01/01/10 at 2:26 am

I found out a few hours ago on MLB Network that Andre Ethier of the Los Angeles Dodgers led the MLB with the most walk-off RBI's in 2009 (Or was it walk-off hits?), with 6. Several players were tied for 2nd place, with 3 apiece.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/01/10 at 2:42 am

RUGBY UNION: The Dragons beat Scarlets 14-9 in the Magners League

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/01/10 at 2:50 am

England's Commonwealth Games chief denies they will pull out of the 2010 event in India over security concerns.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/01/10 at 2:51 am

Defending overall World Cup champion Lindsey Vonn has been given the all-clear after crashing in the opening run of a World Cup giant slalom in Austria.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/01/10 at 2:51 am

Northallerton's Nicola Wilson now has her sights set on a place in the Great Britain Olympic eventing team for 2012 following her senior debut in August.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/01/10 at 2:52 am

The world's top bowlers are returning to Norfolk to compete in the World Indoor Bowls Championships.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/01/10 at 7:57 am

TENNIS: Robin Soderling claims first-ever win over Roger Federer to reach Abu Dhabi event final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/01/10 at 10:41 am

Dani Pedrosa has left hospital after having surgery to remove a screw from his left hand and will step up his training for 2010 in a fortnight.

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Written By: Bobo on 01/01/10 at 10:44 am

Sumo wrestlers end this year the same as any other. Making rice cakes.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/02/10 at 2:55 am

DARTS: PDC semi-final line-ups - Raymond van Barneveld v Simon Whitlock; Phil Taylor v Mark Webster

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/02/10 at 2:55 am

HORSE RACING: Sandown card subject to second 1000 GMT inspection; racing at Folkestone and Ayr off

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/02/10 at 2:56 am

Andy Murray hopes the decision to skip his title defence in Doha will help his chances of securing a first Grand Slam title at the Australian Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/02/10 at 9:03 am

SNOOKER: Jimmy White says his appearance in the ITV show I'm a Celebrity has helped him in his preparation for next month's Masters at Wembley.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/02/10 at 2:08 pm

TENNIS: Rafael Nadal dispatched Robin Soderling 7-6 (7-3) 7-5 to clinch the Capitala World Tennis Championship exhibition title in Abu Dhabi on Saturday.

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Written By: nally on 01/02/10 at 2:11 pm

TENNIS: Rafael Nadal dispatched Robin Soderling 7-6 (7-3) 7-5 to clinch the Capitala World Tennis Championship exhibition title in Abu Dhabi on Saturday.

He did that today?! I missed it

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/02/10 at 2:11 pm

He did that today?! I missed it
I knew the tournament was on, but I thought the final would be tomorrow.

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Written By: nally on 01/02/10 at 2:14 pm

I knew the tournament was on, but I thought the final would be tomorrow.

I guess I need to read the sports section of the newspaper a little more often.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/02/10 at 2:17 pm

I guess I need to read the sports section of the newspaper a little more often.
The same here.

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Written By: nally on 01/02/10 at 10:59 pm

The same here.

I usually read it during the baseball season, since I like to check out all the scores and review the standings...but during the off-season (which is right now) there are lots of trades and free-agent signings. I check it out periodically to see which players get sent to which teams, and if my team, the L.A. Dodgers, gets affected (and two players on the 2009 Dodgers roster have already left the team). Hopefully they will get a true ace pitcher for the 2010 season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/03/10 at 2:04 am

TENNIS: Andy Murray will not play in Great Britain's Davis Cup tie against Lithuania

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/03/10 at 6:43 am

GOLF: Colin Montgomerie believes Europe will regain the Ryder Cup at Celtic Manor this year regardless of whether Tiger Woods plays for the United States.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/03/10 at 12:36 pm

RUGBY UNION: Newcastle beat Wasps 12-6 at Adams Park in Guinness Premiership

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/10 at 1:28 am

TENNIS: Justine Henin wins her comeback match, beating second seed Nadia Petrova 7-5 7-5 in Brisbane

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/10 at 1:37 pm

TENNIS: Britain completed a 2-1 victory against Kazakhstan in the Hopman Cup after a gruelling triumph in the mixed doubles.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/10 at 1:37 pm

OLYMPICS: Athletes' representatives have warned that random drugs searches in the Olympic Village at London 2012 would be "utterly disastrous".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/10 at 1:39 pm

WINTER OLYMPICS: Shelley Rudman is playing down her chances of winning gold in the skeleton bob at the Winter Olympics in Vancouver next month.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/10 at 1:39 pm

HORSE RACING: Leicester and Hexham have become the latest meetings to be abandoned as Arctic conditions continue to wreak havoc on the racing calendar.

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Written By: nally on 01/04/10 at 2:53 pm

WINTER OLYMPICS: Shelley Rudman is playing down her chances of winning gold in the skeleton bob at the Winter Olympics in Vancouver next month.

Can you believe those are a month away now?!

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Written By: Frank on 01/04/10 at 3:09 pm

Can you believe those are a month away now?!

Yes I do, they talk about it every single day on the news here.
Wonder if anyone from inthe00s will attend any events?

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Written By: nally on 01/04/10 at 3:11 pm

Yes I do, they talk about it every single day on the news here.
Wonder if anyone from inthe00s will attend any events?

If they're in Canada, they might have a chance.

In 1984, when the Summer Olympics were held in Los Angeles, they were all over the local news. Of course, I was only 4 at the time, but I actually remember them. I think my parents might've gone to the Los Angeles Coliseum, since they have some pictures from there.

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Written By: Frank on 01/04/10 at 3:13 pm

If they're in Canada, they might have a chance.

In 1984, when the Summer Olympics were held in Los Angeles, they were all over the local news. Of course, I was only 4 at the time, but I actually remember them. I think my parents might've gone to the Los Angeles Coliseum, since they have some pictures from there.

I went to several events when my home town ( MTL) hosted the 1976 Olympics.

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Written By: nally on 01/04/10 at 3:17 pm

I went to several events when my home town ( MTL) hosted the 1976 Olympics.

That must've been fun. Let's see...you were 13 then so you probably had a chance to enjoy them. ;)

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Written By: Frank on 01/04/10 at 3:28 pm

That must've been fun. Let's see...you were 13 then so you probably had a chance to enjoy them. ;)

I had just completed the 8th grade, I enjoyed the Olympic experience quite a bit.

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Written By: Frank on 01/05/10 at 2:15 am

NFL: Buffalo Bills sack entire coaching staff and Washington Redskins fire coach Zorn.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/10 at 1:45 pm

F1: Former Renault team boss Flavio Briatore wins his appeal against his lifetime ban from motor racing at a French court.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/10 at 1:46 pm

TENNIS: The world's top two players, Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal, launched their 2010 ATP Tour campaigns with straight-set wins at the Qatar Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/10 at 1:46 pm

Proposals to modernise British horse racing's image, including an end to traditional odds, have been unveiled.

The initiatives announced by the Racing For Change taskforce on Tuesday are aimed at boosting the popularity of the sport and attracting a wider audience.

Among them is a plan to end the use of the fractional odds system currently used by the betting industry.

A racecourse trial in the spring will see odds of 15/8, for example, becoming 1.9/1, and 6/4 becoming 1.5/1.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/10 at 3:32 pm

RUGBY UNION: Northampton Saints director of rugby Jim Mallinder has signed a two year extension to his contract, committing him to the club until at least 2013.

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Written By: nally on 01/06/10 at 12:09 am

This was a sad day for fans of the L.A. Angels (also known as the Anaheim Angels). Rory Markas, a long-time member of the broadcast lineup for the team's play-by-play games, passed away yesterday at the age of 54. :\'( He called Angel games for several years, both on TV and radio, and even called the final out of the 2002 World Series which the Angels had won.

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Written By: Frank on 01/06/10 at 12:16 am

USA beats Canada in overtime (Junior Hockey) to win the Gold medal ( first time Canada hasn't won in 6 years)

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Written By: nally on 01/06/10 at 12:22 am

In other MLB off-season news, I found out that Randy Johnson has announced his retirement today after 22 seasons in the majors, winning 303 games and recording 4,875 strikeouts. In 2015 he'll undoubtedly be eligible for induction into the Hall Of Fame.

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Written By: Frank on 01/06/10 at 12:47 am

In other MLB off-season news, I found out that Randy Johnson has announced his retirement today after 22 seasons in the majors, winning 303 games and recording 4,875 strikeouts. In 2015 he'll undoubtedly be eligible for induction into the Hall Of Fame.

He will go in right away. It's a no-brainer.

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Written By: nally on 01/06/10 at 12:17 pm

He will go in right away. It's a no-brainer.

That's what the analysts on MLB Network were saying last night.

This year, the likes of Andre Dawson, Robby Alomar and others will probably go in.

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Written By: Frank on 01/06/10 at 1:56 pm

That's what the analysts on MLB Network were saying last night.

This year, the likes of Andre Dawson, Robby Alomar and others will probably go in.

Andre Dawson in, Alomar...not yet.
The Hawk, Great Expos CF, #10 is in, now that makes 2 Expos, Carter & Dawson. The only other chances would be Pedro Martinez ( a good chance) or Vlad Guerrero..(outside chance)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/06/10 at 2:52 pm

DARTS: Scott Waites beats John Henderson 4-1 to reach BDO world championship last eight

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/06/10 at 2:53 pm

FOOTBALL: David Beckham starts for AC Milan against Genoa

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/06/10 at 4:08 pm

Andy Murray and Laura Robson earned a 2-1 win over Germany after a straight sets victory in the mixed doubles of their Hopman Cup tie in Perth.

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Written By: nally on 01/06/10 at 10:34 pm

Andre Dawson in, Alomar...not yet.
The Hawk, Great Expos CF, #10 is in, now that makes 2 Expos, Carter & Dawson. The only other chances would be Pedro Martinez ( a good chance) or Vlad Guerrero..(outside chance)

Yep, I heard that Andre got in...that's good. O0 Bert Blyleven and Robby Alomar missed by just a few votes.

I do have a feeling that Pedro would have a good chance when the time comes for him (probably 2016 at the earliest).

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Written By: Frank on 01/07/10 at 12:20 am

Yep, I heard that Andre got in...that's good. O0 Bert Blyleven and Robby Alomar missed by just a few votes.

I do have a feeling that Pedro would have a good chance when the time comes for him (probably 2016 at the earliest).

Alomar might get in next time. He was close.
Pedro will go in, another no brainer.
Jack Morris (the winnigest pitcher in the 80s) should get it someday.

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Written By: ninny on 01/07/10 at 11:45 am

USA beats Canada in overtime (Junior Hockey) to win the Gold medal ( first time Canada hasn't won in 6 years)

Yipee :) Sorry Frank.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/10 at 12:31 pm

^ just remember that Canada beat United States of America by 23 runs in the first official international cricket match in Septmeber 1844.

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Written By: ninny on 01/07/10 at 1:19 pm

^ just remember that Canada beat United States of America by 23 runs in the first official international cricket match in Septmeber 1844.

Crickets not our game, I imagine quite a lot of countries could beat us.

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Written By: Frank on 01/07/10 at 1:52 pm

Yipee :) Sorry Frank.

We can;t win every year, it would get so boring when the same team wins all the time. (Reason why I don't like Lakers & Yankees)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/10 at 2:27 pm

Great Britain's 1997 World Championship 4x400m relay team are to be awarded the gold medal they were beaten to by a team which included Antonio Pettigrew.

Pettigrew was part of the victorious United States team in Athens before he later admitted taking performance-enhancing drugs.

The British quartet of Roger Black, Jamie Baulch, Iwan Thomas and Mark Richardson will now be honoured.

A ceremony to award the new medals is being organised by UK Athletics.

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Written By: nally on 01/07/10 at 2:27 pm

Alomar might get in next time. He was close.
Pedro will go in, another no brainer.
Jack Morris (the winnigest pitcher in the 80s) should get it someday.

Agreed on all counts. ;) Morris also continued his heroics into the early 90's with the Minnesota Twins. I'll never forget the 10 scoreless innings that he pitched in Game Seven of the '91 World Series.

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Written By: Frank on 01/07/10 at 4:53 pm

Agreed on all counts. ;) Morris also continued his heroics into the early 90's with the Minnesota Twins. I'll never forget the 10 scoreless innings that he pitched in Game Seven of the '91 World Series.

It does not look good for him getting in though.

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Written By: Frank on 01/08/10 at 12:02 am

College Football: Alabama sidesteps Texas' charge to emerge with BCS title‎ .

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/08/10 at 1:21 am

HORSE RACING: The 2012 Epsom Derby could be moved from its scheduled Saturday slot to mark the Queen's Diamond Jubilee.

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Written By: ninny on 01/08/10 at 7:19 am

The Majestic Reality Co. from California is reportately trying to lure NFL teams to L.A. including The Buffalo Bills,Jacksonville Jaguars, St. Louis Rams, Minnesota Vikings and three California franchises — San Diego Chargers, Oakland Raiders and San Francisco 49’ers — as prospects to move.
U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer, NY said Thursday that he spoke to Ralph Wilson and said that not only are the Bills not entertaining any offers to move from Buffalo, but they have not had a single conversation with the Majestic Realty Co.

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Written By: Frank on 01/08/10 at 12:22 pm

The Majestic Reality Co. from California is reportately trying to lure NFL teams to L.A. including The Buffalo Bills,Jacksonville Jaguars, St. Louis Rams, Minnesota Vikings and three California franchises — San Diego Chargers, Oakland Raiders and San Francisco 49’ers — as prospects to move.
U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer, NY said Thursday that he spoke to Ralph Wilson and said that not only are the Bills not entertaining any offers to move from Buffalo, but they have not had a single conversation with the Majestic Realty Co.

NFL played a game in Toronto this year, and Toronto wants an NFL team, but they aren't gonna get one anytime soon. Toronto cannot support an NFL team. They couldn't even sell out and almost had to give tickets away. The stadium (in Toronto) is just a little too small anyways

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Written By: nally on 01/08/10 at 1:05 pm

Agreed on all counts. ;) Morris also continued his heroics into the early 90's with the Minnesota Twins. I'll never forget the 10 scoreless innings that he pitched in Game Seven of the '91 World Series.

It does not look good for him getting in though.

Oh? ???

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/08/10 at 2:42 pm

An attack on a bus carrying Togo's football team to the Africa Cup of Nations in Angola injures players and reportedly kills the driver.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/08/10 at 2:43 pm

DARTS: Martin Phillips of Wales survives Scott Waites fightback to win 5-4 and reach semis

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/08/10 at 2:44 pm

Snow and sub-zero temperatures have caused major disruption to the sporting calendar in Britain and Ireland.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/08/10 at 11:39 pm

DARTS: Trina Gulliver beats Rhian Edwards 2-0 to win her eight BDO women's title.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/08/10 at 11:39 pm

DARTS: Quarter-finals: Martin Phillips 5-4 Scott Waites; Martin Adams 5-2 Garry Thompson

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/08/10 at 11:40 pm

RUGBY UNION: England prop Phil Vickery looks likely to miss the Six Nations tournament after taking longer than expected to recover from neck surgery.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/08/10 at 11:40 pm

GOLF: Jack Nicklaus believes world number one Tiger Woods will find it harder to break his record of 18 majors if he does not compete this year.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/08/10 at 11:43 pm

BOXING: Manny Pacquiao will fight Ghana's Joshua Clottey in March instead of bitter rival Floyd Mayweather Jr.

Plans for the pair to meet fizzled out this week after a row over Mayweather's demands for random blood and urine sampling in the build-up to their bout.

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Written By: nally on 01/09/10 at 12:31 am

GOLF: Jack Nicklaus believes world number one Tiger Woods will find it harder to break his record of 18 majors if he does not compete this year.

...which he probably won't, due to the drama that's been unfolding. ::) :-X

I do not wish to say anything further.

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Written By: Frank on 01/09/10 at 12:58 am

It does not look good for him getting in though.

Oh? ???

He's not getting enough votes.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/09/10 at 4:23 am

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This afternoon the Great Edinburgh International Cross Country race is due to take place, but the snow in Edinburgh is very bad.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/09/10 at 7:25 am

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This afternoon the Great Edinburgh International Cross Country race is due to take place, but the snow in Edinburgh is very bad.
Just to report that this event is taking place.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/09/10 at 7:44 am

TENNIS: Kim Clijsters beats Justine Henin in three sets to win the Brisbane International

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/09/10 at 9:03 am

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This afternoon the Great Edinburgh International Cross Country race is due to take place, but the snow in Edinburgh is very bad.
Ethiopian legend Kenenisa Bekele finished a distant fourth as Joseph Ebuya claimed a surprise win at a snowy Edinburgh International Cross Country.

Bekele was left behind as the trio of Ebuya, Titus Mbishei and Eliud Kipchoge completed a Kenyan clean sweep on the tricky Holyrood Park circuit.

Earlier, Britain's Ricky Stevenson defeated Steve Vernon and Mo Farah to take the men's 4.2km race.

Ethiopia's Tirunesh Dibaba won the women's 6km ahead of Vivian Cheruiyot.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/10/10 at 2:10 am

DARTS: Martin Adams holds on for 6-4 win over Martin Phillips to reach BDO World Champs final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/10/10 at 2:11 am

TENNIS: Nikolay Davydenko fights back to beat Rafael Nadal in the Qatar Open final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/10/10 at 2:12 am

F1: Heikki Kovalainan hopes that Lotus will be the pick of the new F1 teams as he visits the team's UK headquarters in Norfolk .

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/10/10 at 2:13 am

GOLF: Major winners Lucas Glover, Angel Cabrera and Stweart Cink are all playing in the tournament in Hawaii.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/10/10 at 6:49 am

The Togo prime minister demands the football team not play in the Africa Cup of Nations even though the players want to.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/10/10 at 6:51 am

TENNIS: Elena Baltacha qualifies for Hobart International and will play Jelena Dokic on Monday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/10/10 at 6:52 am

GOLF: Colin Montgomerie's Europe beat Asia to lift the Royal Trophy for the third time

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/10/10 at 6:54 am

TENNIS: Andy Roddick beats Radek Stepanek 7-6 7-6 in final of Brisbane International

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/10/10 at 9:52 am

SNOOKER: Mark Selby beats UK Championship winner Ding Junhui 6-1 in the Masters

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/10/10 at 10:03 am

SAILING: British sailors claimed five of the top 10 places but could not finish among the medals in the 49er World Championship in Freeport, Bahamas.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/10/10 at 10:03 am

HORSE RACING: Wednesday's meeting at Doncaster is the latest fixture to be called off because of the freezing weather. The circuit is frozen and covered by eight inches of snow, leaving officials with no choice but to cancel the races.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/10/10 at 12:34 pm

FOOTBALL: Host nation Angola take on Mali to kick off the opening game of the 2010 Africa Cup of Nations.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/10/10 at 1:06 pm

Ukraine striker Andriy Voronin has joined Dinamo Moscow on a three-year contract from Liverpool, the Russian club have confirmed.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/10/10 at 1:07 pm

Usain Bolt is likely to miss this year's Commonwealth Games in Delhi, according to the sprinter's manager.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/10/10 at 1:08 pm

British teenager Laura Robson has been handed a wild-card entry into qualifying for this month's Australian Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/10/10 at 1:54 pm

SNOOKER: The Masters

FIRST ROUND (best of 11 frames)

Mark King (Eng) 1-0 Jimmy White (Eng)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/10/10 at 2:13 pm

SNOOKER: The Masters

FIRST ROUND (best of 11 frames)

Mark King (Eng) 2-1 Jimmy White (Eng)

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Written By: nally on 01/10/10 at 6:06 pm

He's not getting enough votes.

That explains it.

Some players remain candidates for years, don't they?

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Written By: Frank on 01/11/10 at 6:31 pm

MLB: Mark McGwire finally opens up about his steroid admission‎. No much of a surprise to anyone, I think.

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Written By: Frank on 01/11/10 at 6:33 pm

That explains it.

Some players remain candidates for years, don't they?

Yes they do Jeff. Many years.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 01/11/10 at 10:24 pm

Yes they do Jeff. Many years.

That's good to know.

On a somewhat related note (at least to MLB), Mark McGwire came clean this afternoon, by admitting he used steroids, but "only for health purposes." I listened to his interview with Bob Costas on MLB Network earlier.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 01/11/10 at 10:51 pm

That's good to know.

On a somewhat related note (at least to MLB), Mark McGwire came clean this afternoon, by admitting he used steroids, but "only for health purposes." I listened to his interview with Bob Costas on MLB Network earlier.

"Only for health purposes" ::)

uh huh...

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Written By: nally on 01/11/10 at 10:53 pm

"Only for health purposes" ::)

uh huh...

Yep, he gave the full explanation. There might be news about it on MLB.com... oh wait, yes there is!

http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100111&content_id=7903074&vkey=news_mlb&fext=.jsp&c_id=mlb

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 01/11/10 at 11:02 pm

Yep, he gave the full explanation. There might be news about it on MLB.com... oh wait, yes there is!

http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100111&content_id=7903074&vkey=news_mlb&fext=.jsp&c_id=mlb

You don't really believe he took it only for health purposes, coz I'm sure 99.999% of the country would agree with me.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/10 at 2:30 pm

Good news!

A decision on whether Ashes cricket returns to free-to-air television as one of British sport's "crown jewels" will be taken before 3 June.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/10 at 3:41 pm

FOOTBALL: Africa Cup of Nations result - Benin 2-2 Mozambique

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/10 at 3:41 pm

FOOTBALL: Defending champions Egypt beat Nigeria 3-1 in Africa Cup of Nations

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/10 at 3:42 pm

SNOOKER: Ronnie O'Sullivan won a superb high-scoring game against Neil Robertson 6-4 to reach the last eight of the Masters.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/10 at 3:42 pm

Great Britain's Davis Cup captain John Lloyd will be watching with interest as Australian Open qualifying gets under way on Wednesday.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Henk on 01/12/10 at 4:39 pm

Results from the Africa Cup of Nations:

January 20:
Angola 4 - 4 Mali

Angola were leading 4 to 0 with just ten minutes remaining on the clock...

January 11:
Malawi 3 - 0 Algeria
Ivory Coast 0 - 0 Burkina Faso
Ghana CANC Togo

Togo withdrew from the tournament after the bus they were transported in was shot at, close to the Angolan border. Three staff members of the Togolese team died as a result.

January 12:
Egypt 3 - 1 Nigeria
Mozambique 2 - 2 Benin

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 01/13/10 at 12:04 pm

NHL: Alex Burrows of the Vancouver Canucks fined $2500 for his comments on a referee.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/13/10 at 2:09 pm

SNOOKER: A below-par John Higgins crashed out of the Masters as Northern Ireland's Mark Allen beat him 6-3 at Wembley.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/13/10 at 2:11 pm

RUGBY UNION: Stade Francais' Julien Dupuy's six-month eye-gouging ban reduced by one week

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/10 at 12:49 am

HORSE RACING: Thursday's race meetings at Lingfield and Wolverhampton will go ahead after inspections

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/10 at 12:49 am

TENNIS: GB's Laura Robson & Naomi Cavaday win first-round matches in Australian Open qualifying

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/10 at 12:05 pm

Tottenham Hotspur manager Harry Redknapp has been charged with two counts of tax evasion.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/10 at 12:06 pm

SNOOKER: Ronnie O'Sullivan beats Peter Ebdon 6-3 to reach The Masters semi-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/10 at 12:06 pm

Formula 1 commercial supremo Bernie Ecclestone has proposed introducing short cuts to grand prix tracks in an attempt to improve the racing.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/10 at 12:07 pm

Formula 1 commercial supremo Bernie Ecclestone has proposed introducing short cuts to grand prix tracks in an attempt to improve the racing.
Short cuts? Like those in Super Mario Kart?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/10 at 12:07 pm

Darren Clarke carded an eight-under-par round of 63 to earn a five-way share of second place after a weather-affected opening round at the Joburg Open.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/10 at 1:42 pm

BOXING: World champion Carl Froch is desperate to face Denmark's Mikkel Kessler in Copenhagen.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/10 at 9:28 am

WINTER SPORTS: Britain's Shelley Rudman wins World Cup skeleton race in St Moritz

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/10 at 12:15 pm

The FA has confirmed that, for the first time since 1966, there will be no official song to mark England's World Cup campaign in South Africa.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/10 at 4:54 pm

The San Francisco 49ers and the Denver Broncos will play at Wembley Stadium on 31 October 2010, American's National Football League has confirmed.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 01/15/10 at 5:31 pm

The San Francisco 49ers and the Denver Broncos will play at Wembley Stadium on 31 October 2010, American's National Football League has confirmed.

Lots of interest in the UK?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/16/10 at 12:35 am

Lots of interest in the UK?
Some interest, but not all are.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/16/10 at 12:35 am

SNOOKER: Mark Selby reaches The Masters semi-finals after beating Mark Allen 6-5

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/16/10 at 12:35 am

Englishman David Lynn sets the pace on day two of the Joburg Open with a four-under-par second round of 67 making him clubhouse leader on 12-under-par.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/16/10 at 9:29 am

Tennis star Roger Federer has revealed he has been in touch with Tiger Woods and hopes the world's number one golfer will be back competing soon.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/16/10 at 11:22 am

SNOOKER: Ronnie O'Sullivan beats Mark Williams 6-5 to reach his ninth Wembley Masters final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/10 at 3:07 am

SNOOKER: Mark Selby beats Stephen Maguire 6-3 to set up Masters final against Ronnie O'Sullivan

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/10 at 9:53 am

MASTERS SNOOKER: A 122 break gives Ronnie O'Sullivan 3-1 lead over Mark Selby at mid-session interval

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/10 at 9:54 am

RUGBY UNION: Scarlets spring a surprise 31-22 win over London Irish in the Heineken Cup

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/10 at 9:54 am

GOLF: Darren Clarke eagles the final hole to finish tied second at the Joburg Open, six shots behind winner Charl Schwartzel.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/10 at 11:02 am

MASTERS SNOOKER: Ronnie O'Sullivan leads Mark Selby 5-3 in Wembley final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/10 at 11:02 am

FOOTBALL: Chelsea's Michael Essien picks up injury at Africa Cup and is doubtful for Ghana match on Tuesday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/10 at 11:03 am

Former Olympic gold medallist Duncan Goodhew is encouraging Londoners to get involved with Swimathon 2010.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/10 at 3:02 pm

MASTERS SNOOKER: Ronnie O'Sullivan leads Mark Selby 6-5 in Wembley final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/10 at 3:41 pm

MASTERS SNOOKER: Ronnie O'Sullivan leads Mark Selby 7-5 in Wembley final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/10 at 4:02 pm

FOOTBALL: Cameroon beat Zambia 3-2 in Africa Cup of Nations

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/10 at 4:42 pm

TENNIS: Britain's Andy Murray says he is fit and ready for the Australian Open ahead of Monday's first-round tie with qualifier Kevin Anderson.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/10 at 4:42 pm

Roger Federer was delighted after a series of exhibition games ahead of the Australian Open raised funds for the victims of the Haiti earthquake.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/10 at 5:38 pm

MASTERS SNOOKER: Ronnie O'Sullivan leads Mark Selby 9-7 in Wembley final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/10 at 5:48 pm

MASTERS SNOOKER: Final goes to deciding frame as Mark Selby fights back to 9-9 against Ronnie O'Sullivan

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/18/10 at 1:04 am

Andy Murray beats Kevin Anderson on day one of the Australian Open, following a shock defeat for Maria Sharapova.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/18/10 at 1:09 am

MASTERS SNOOKER: Mark Selby beats Ronnie O'Sullivan 10-9 to win the Masters

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/18/10 at 1:09 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN: Former champion Maria Sharapova loses 7-6 3-6 6-4 to Maria Kirilenko in round one

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/18/10 at 8:36 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN: Champion Rafael Nadal beats Peter Luczak 7-6 6-1 6-4 to reach Melbourne second round

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 01/18/10 at 10:55 pm

I just heard on the news a couple hours ago that former MLB player Jose Offerman has been banned for life from the sport by the Dominican Winter League, after throwing a punch at a fellow umpire. What a sicko! The ump fell to the ground after the punch (which got him below the chin) was thrown. Offerman had played for 15 years in the major leagues, including a stint with the L.A. Dodgers in the early 1990's.

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Written By: Frank on 01/18/10 at 11:12 pm

I just heard on the news a couple hours ago that former MLB player Jose Offerman has been banned for life from the sport by the Dominican Winter League, after throwing a punch at a fellow umpire. What a sicko! The ump fell to the ground after the punch (which got him below the chin) was thrown. Offerman had played for 15 years in the major leagues, including a stint with the L.A. Dodgers in the early 1990's.

Oh my.
I think he was a shortstop, and made lots of errors at key times.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 01/18/10 at 11:15 pm

Oh my.
I think he was a shortstop, and made lots of errors at key times.

Yes he was, and indeed he did. I know he did when he was a Dodger.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 01/18/10 at 11:24 pm

Yes he was, and indeed he did. I know he did when he was a Dodger.

A buddy of mine back then was a Dodger fan and he really disliked Offerman.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 01/18/10 at 11:26 pm

A buddy of mine back then was a Dodger fan and he really disliked Offerman.

Now your buddy has one more reason to dislike Offerman.

Here's a link I found to the story: http://www.kansascity.com/sports/story/1692685.html

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/10 at 1:22 am

CYCLING: Team Sky's Greg Henderson finishes fifth in opening stage of Tour Down Under

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/10 at 1:22 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN: Britain's Katie O'Brien beats Austria's Patricia Mayr 6-3 6-3 to reach round two

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/10 at 1:23 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN: Top seed Roger Federer beats Igor Andreev 4-6 6-2 7-6 (7-2) 6-0 in round one

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/10 at 6:04 am

Plans for a permanent training base for the England team have been revived by the Football Association.

The 330-acre National Football Centre in Burton-upon-Trent, Staffordshire, will be renamed St George's Park.

It will feature 12 pitches, including one synthetic and indoor, plus sports medicine and sports science facilities, two hotels and a conference centre.

England boss Fabio Capello said: "It will be an inspirational site for coaches and players to develop."

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/10 at 2:30 pm

FORMULA 1: McLaren team principal Martin Whitmarsh elected chairman of Formula One Teams Association

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/10 at 2:31 pm

Britain's Shelley Rudman produces a storming second heat to take victory in the Skeleton World Cup in St Moritz.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/10 at 3:05 pm

Commentator Bill McLaren, known popularly as the "voice of rugby", has died at the age of 86.

Mr McLaren, from Hawick, retired in 2002 and was appointed OBE, CBE and MBE for services to the sport.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/10 at 2:52 am

TENNIS: Britain's Elena Baltacha beats 30th seed Kateryna Bondarenko 6-2 7-5 to reach third round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/10 at 2:52 am

TENNIS: Britain's Katie O'Brien loses Australian Open second-round match 6-2 6-2 to Jelena Jankovic

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/10 at 2:52 am

Andy Murray faces Marc Gicquel at the Australian Open after a surprise win for fellow Scot Elena Baltacha, while Rafael Nadal and Andy Roddick also advance.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/10 at 9:27 am

FOOTBALL: Former Portsmouth defender Sol Campbell, who is now at Arsenal, is suing the south-coast club for unpaid fees and bonuses.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/10 at 9:27 am

RUGBY UNION: Scotland recall Dan Parks for Six Nations games against France and Wales

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/10 at 9:28 am

Andy Murray advances to the third round of the Australian Open with a straight-sets victory over France's Marc Gicquel.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/10 at 1:41 pm

Karen Addison is deselected from the GB women's curling team for the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/10 at 4:40 pm

Team Sky's Greg Henderson maintained his challenge in the Tour Down Under by finishing second in Wednesday's second stage in Australia.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/10 at 4:46 pm

World governing body Fina is to retest blood samples taken from swimmers at last year's Rome world championships for evidence of doping.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 01/20/10 at 4:58 pm

I've been watching the MLB Network to find out about any offseason trades/acquisitions, and so far the Dodgers have gotten rid of Randy Wolf and Juan Pierre (two players who I thought were valuable to the team, both defensively and offensively), and acquired Jamey Carroll.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/10 at 1:44 am

Novak Djokovic is an early winner but Ana Ivanovic crashes out on day four of the Australian Open, with Roger Federer and Serena Williams in action later in the day.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/10 at 5:03 am

Prince William was in attendance at the Australian Open today

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/10 at 6:56 am

Top seed Roger Federer eased into the third round of the Australian Open with a 6-2 6-3 6-2 dismantling of Victor Hanescu on Rod Laver Arena.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/10 at 11:05 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL: Rangers striker Kris Boyd holds talks with Aston Villa as he mulls over the offer of a contract extension from the Ibrox club.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/10 at 11:06 am

F1: Felipe Massa will continue his comeback from a serious head injury by driving a 2008 Ferrari in Barcelona on Friday.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/10 at 11:06 am

GOLF: England's Ian Poulter carded a seven-under-par 65 for a share of the lead after the first round of the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/10 at 11:07 am

WINTER OLYPMICS 2010: Britain's skiers and snowboarders will be allowed to compete in next month's Winter Olympics even if the sport's governing body goes bust.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/10 at 11:07 am

BOXING: Manny Pacquiao believes a fight against bitter rival Floyd Mayweather Jr will happen later this year.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/10 at 11:08 am

CYCLING: Team Sky's Greg Henderson held on to second place in the Tour Down Under after finishing 31st in the gruelling third stage, won by Manuel Cardoso.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/10 at 11:08 am

FENCING: Great Britain number one Richard Kruse began his 2010 campaign by defending his Copenhagen World Cup series title.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/10 at 11:09 am

WINTER OLYMPICS 2010: Paralympic skier Sean Rose created history with Britain's first gold medal in a World Cup race after winning the downhill event in Sestriere.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/10 at 11:09 am

HORSE RACING: Jockey Jimmy Fortune has lost his job as stable jockey to Derby-winning trainer John Gosden.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 01/21/10 at 1:28 pm

Prince William was in attendance at the Australian Open today

Is he a tennis fan?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/10 at 1:32 pm

Is he a tennis fan?
I think he is a keen sports fan.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/10 at 2:01 pm

FOOTBALL: Cameroon and Zambia reach Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/10 at 2:02 pm

RUGBY UNION: All Blacks centre Aaron Mauger to leave Leicester to return to New Zealand at end of season

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/10 at 2:02 pm

SAILING: British Olympic Star champions Iain Percy and Andrew Simpson win the Star world championship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/10 at 2:33 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL: Dunfermline reinstated in Scottish Cup after appeal victory

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/10 at 11:49 pm

Britain's Andy Murray plays Florent Serra on day five of the Australian Open, with Rafa Nadal and Kim Clijsters also in action later.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/10 at 11:49 pm

TENNIS: Britain's Elena Baltacha loses 6-1 6-2 to Dinara Safina in Australian Open third round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/10 at 11:50 pm

RUGBY UNION: A last-ditch penalty sees Racing Metro beat Wasps 19-17 in European Challenge Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/10 at 12:05 am

Murray 7-5 4-1 Serra*
Murray seems far more focused at the moment and it's allowing him to dictate play. He's keeping things simple and then reeling off winners when he gets any hint of an opening. Serra looks to be trying too hard to reel his opponent in and it's hampering his chances - the unforced error count is on the rise.
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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/10 at 12:11 am

*Murray 7-5 5-1 Serra
How would you like a double break for breakfast my friends? That's exactly what Murray's just given you and he did it in style. Serra gets to game point but wastes a couple of chances to close it out and Murray comes roaring back. A delicious drop shot proceeds an incredible well-judged backhand lobbed that drops inside the baseline and hands Murray the break.
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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/10 at 12:12 am

Murray 7-5 6-1 Serra*
Love service game. Serra looks deflated, pumping a backhand into the net on set point. Murray's buzzing, Serra's flagging.
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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/10 at 12:18 am

*Murray 7-5 6-1 1-0 Serra
Serra drops to his knees in despair after relinquishing an early break in what could well prove to be the final set. Murray's playing well but he's also playing within himself. A 27th unforced error from Serra hands Murray the game and this match might not last too much longer.
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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/10 at 12:21 am

Murray 7-5 6-1 2-0 Serra*
It's almost as if Murray's going through the motions of a practice session. His face is a picture of calmness and it's allowing him to play relaxed and ruthless tennis without fear of the repercussions. Serra appears resigned and is making no impression on the Murray serve.
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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/10 at 12:25 am

*Murray 7-5 6-1 3-0 Serra
Clearly annoyed by a Serra's decision to call for the trainer and spend five minutes receiving treatment on his elbow after an innocuous fall, Murray blasts his way to a second break this set. The end is surely in sight.
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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/10 at 12:27 am

Reigning US Open champions Juan Martin del Potro, seeded fourth, the first set of his match against Florian Mayer 6-3 but has lost the second 6-0. Perhaps he's cream crackered from his five-set epic against James Blake in round two.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/10 at 12:28 am

Murray 7-5 6-1 3-1 Serra*
Where did that come from? Murray drops his level, loses a bit of discipline and hands back a break. No real sign of a Serra fightback, just Murray losing his focus a little.
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Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/10 at 12:31 am

*Murray 7-5 6-1 3-2 Serra
The baseliner from Bordeaux enjoys a rare breeze of a service game. Murray still a break up and perhaps he's keen to concentrate on his serve rather than putting all of his energies into another break of serve.
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Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/10 at 12:33 am

Murray 7-5 6-1 4-2 Serra*
Hisense Arena is pretty quiet now; the crowd know this match is nearing its end. both men seem content to simply concentrate on winning their service games while letting their opponent tick off his. Not the best plan for Serra, who's two sets and a break down.
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Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/10 at 12:35 am

*Murray 7-5 6-1 4-3 Serra
Serra's going to make Murray work for his victory but physically he looks pretty much spent. although he holds serve, the effects of two five-set matches this week are definitely starting to show.
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Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/10 at 12:38 am

Murray 7-5 6-1 5-3 Serra*
There's no catching Murray now, he waltzing into the fourth round. Serra will now serve to stay in the match.
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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/10 at 12:40 am

*Murray 7-5 6-1 5-4 Serra
Serra deserves credit for the way he's dug in but the game is nearly up. Murray produces a couple of gorgeous winners but also makes a couple of errors. He'll now serve for the match.
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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/10 at 12:45 am

TENNIS:
Andy Murray beats Florent Serra in straight sets to reach the Australian Open fourth round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/10 at 8:37 am

CYCLING:
Olympic track champion Rebecca Romero to target road time trial at 2010 World Champs

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/10 at 10:55 am

Britain's Shelley Rudman kept up her good form ahead of the Winter Olympics with a bronze medal at the Skeleton European Championships in Igls.

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Written By: nally on 01/22/10 at 10:56 am

Dodgers keep Vicente Padilla, by signing him for another year; Phillies keep Joe Blanton; and the Angels acquire Joel Pineiro.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/10 at 4:59 pm

F1: Toro Rosso will retain the same driver line-up as last season after announcing that Spaniard Jaime Alguersuari will race for the team in 2010.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/10 at 4:59 pm

GOLF: Sergio Garcia is well placed at a shot behind the surprise leader Rick Kulacz of Australia after the second round of the Abu Dhabi Championship.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 01/22/10 at 5:15 pm

NHL Hockey:

MONTREAL — Hospital officials say hockey legend Jean Beliveau is recovering from a mild stroke and his condition is continuing to improve. The Montreal General Hospital says Beliveau and his family are appreciative of all the support they have received.

They are also asking that their privacy be respected. The former captain of the Montreal Canadiens was rushed to hospital on Wednesday night. Beliveau, 78, won 10 Stanley Cups during an 18-year playing career with the Habs. The Hockey Hall of Famer has had heart problems in the past and is also a cancer survivor.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/10 at 1:31 am

Lleyton Hewitt plays Marcos Baghdatis, while Caroline Wozniacki faces Shahar Peer in round three of the Australian Open on day six.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/10 at 1:32 am

The England and Wales Cricket Board says there is no truth reports that bowling coach Ottis Gibson is to resign and take over as West Indies coach.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/10 at 3:32 am

World number one Roger Federer hit top form to crush Albert Montanes and reach the Australian Open last 16.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/10 at 12:24 pm

GOLF: Martin Kaymer will take a one-shot lead into the final day of the Abu Dhabi Championship after carding a third-straight 67 in Saturday's third round.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/10 at 12:28 pm

HORSE RACING: The 11-8 favourite Twist Magic, ridden by Ruby Walsh, wins Victor Chandler Chase

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/24/10 at 2:32 am

TENNIS: Britain's Andy Murray beats John Isner in straight sets to set up a quarter-final with Rafael Nadal at the Australian Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/24/10 at 2:32 am

CYCLING: Germany's Andre Greipel held on to win his second Tour Down Under in three years, despite a strong finish by Britain's Team Sky in the final stage.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/24/10 at 2:33 am

BOXING: Promoter Frank Warren has spoken of his disappointment at Amir Khan's decision to leave his camp and join American-based Golden Boy Promotions.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/24/10 at 8:29 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Andy Roddick beats Fernando Gonzalez 6-3 3-6 4-6 7-5 6-2 to reach last eight

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/24/10 at 8:29 am

GOLF:

Germany's Martin Kaymer pips Ian Poulter to the Abu Dhabi Championship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/24/10 at 8:30 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Second seed Dinara Safina pulls out with injury during her fourth-round match

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/24/10 at 8:30 am

Germany's Andre Greipel held on to win his second Tour Down Under in three years, despite a strong finish by Britain's Team Sky in the final stage.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/24/10 at 8:31 am

The Ospreys await their Heineken Cup fate after Leicester Tigers made a complaint as the Ospreys played with 16 men for part of their 17-12 triumph.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/24/10 at 8:31 am

World heptathlon champion Jessica Ennis will captain the British team at the Aviva International Match in Glasgow on 30 January.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/24/10 at 8:32 am

SNOOKER:

Matthew Stevens faces a qualifier with Englishman Barry Pinches to become the fourth home hope at the Wales Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/24/10 at 10:50 am

RUGBY UNION:

Heineken Cup results: Dragons 23-32 Gloucester; Biarritz 41-20 Glasgow

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/10 at 1:16 am

Serena Williams is in action on day eight of the Australian Open after wins for Novak Djokovic and Nikolay Davydenko, with Roger Federer against Lleyton Hewitt to follow.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/10 at 1:17 am

AMERICAN FOOTBALL:

Indianapolis Colts to meet New Orleans Saints in Super Bowl XLIV

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/10 at 1:18 am

Andy Murray produced a magnificent all-round performance to outclass John Isner and reach the Australian Open quarter-finals for the first time.

The Briton made only eight unforced errors in beating his 6ft 9in American opponent 7-6 (7-4) 6-3 6-2.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/10 at 1:18 am

Martin Kaymer beats Ian Poulter to the Abu Dhabi Championship in a thrilling finish on the final hole.

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Written By: Frank on 01/25/10 at 1:32 am

AMERICAN FOOTBALL:

Indianapolis Colts to meet New Orleans Saints in Super Bowl XLIV

I imagine when the line comes out tomorrow, that Indy will be a slight favorite.

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Written By: nally on 01/25/10 at 12:04 pm

AMERICAN FOOTBALL:

Indianapolis Colts to meet New Orleans Saints in Super Bowl XLIV

This will be the first Super Bowl number whose Roman numeral consists of four different letters.

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Written By: Frank on 01/25/10 at 12:06 pm

This will be the first Super Bowl number whose Roman numeral consists of four different letters.

And in 2 years it will be also four different letters. XLVI

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Written By: nally on 01/25/10 at 12:07 pm

And in 2 years it will be also four different letters. XLVI

And then not again until 2030, when it will be LXIV.

In 2016 we will have Super Bowl L!

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Written By: Frank on 01/25/10 at 12:10 pm

And then not again until 2030, when it will be LXIV.

In 2016 we will have Super Bowl L!

Let's hope 2 cities than begin with "L' are in it, would be fun. I imagine L.A will have team by then.

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Written By: nally on 01/25/10 at 12:12 pm

Let's hope 2 cities than begin with "L' are in it, would be fun. I imagine L.A will have team by then.

You think? We haven't had one since the mid-90's, but there is talk of possibly bringing an existing franchise to L.A., with a possible new stadium to be built in the City Of Industry, which is located a few miles east of downtown L.A, but it's close enough.

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Written By: Frank on 01/25/10 at 12:13 pm

You think? We haven't had one since the mid-90's, but there is talk of possibly bringing an existing franchise to L.A., with a possible new stadium to be built in the City Of Industry, which is located a few miles east of downtown L.A, but it's close enough.

Hard to understand why 1 of the largest cities in America has gone that long without a team.

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Written By: nally on 01/25/10 at 12:20 pm

Hard to understand why 1 of the largest cities in America has gone that long without a team.

I hear ya. Both the Rams and the Raiders had been here for lotsa years...and then in '94 the decision was made to move them away...but I'm not entirely sure why.

Actually there's somewhat of an explanation on their Wiki Page: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/St._Louis_Rams#1990-1994:_The_Demise_of_the_LA_Rams

Also I will take a moment to read about History of the NFL in Los Angeles, which I already saw was pretty lengthy.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/10 at 1:04 am

Andy Roddick takes on Marin Cilic in the quarter-finals of the Australian Open after wins for Justine Henin and Jie Zheng, with Andy Murray against Rafael Nadal to follow later.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/10 at 1:05 am

SNOOKER:

Defending champion Ali Carter eased into the second round of the Welsh Open with a 5-1 win over Mark Davis.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/27/10 at 12:58 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Serena Williams beats Victoria Azarenka to set up semi-final against Li Na

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/27/10 at 12:58 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Nikolay Davydenko wins first set 6-2 in quarter-final against Roger Federer

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/27/10 at 12:59 am

Andy Murray is into the Australian Open semi-finals after defending champion Rafael Nadal was forced to retire hurt, ending a pulsating last-eight clash.

Murray was 6-3 7-6 (7-2) 3-0 up when a right-knee injury forced Nadal to quit.

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Written By: nally on 01/27/10 at 1:02 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Serena Williams beats Victoria Azarenka to set up semi-final against Li Na

Probably one of the shortest full names I've ever seen

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Written By: nally on 01/27/10 at 1:31 pm

yup...Serena advances, but Venus doesn't

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Written By: Frank on 01/27/10 at 5:16 pm

yup...Serena advances, but Venus doesn't

Na Li beats Venus, oh a surprise for sure.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/10 at 1:05 am

Britain's Andy Murray insists revenge will not be on his mind when he faces Marin Cilic in the Australian Open semi-finals at 0830 GMT on Thursday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/10 at 1:12 am

Former world number one Justine Henin kept her Australian Open dream alive with a scrappy win over 19th seed Nadia Petrova in the quarter-finals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/10 at 3:28 pm

Britain's Andy Murray beats Marin Cilic in four sets at the Australian Open to reach the second Grand Slam final of his career.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/10 at 3:28 pm

FOOTBALL:

Egypt beat Algeria 4-0 and will play Ghana in the Africa Cup of Nations final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/10 at 3:28 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Bath lock Danny Grewcock banned for seven weeks for stamping on Stephen Ferris

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/10 at 3:29 pm

GOLF:

Englishman Oliver Wilson shared the lead after the first round of the Qatar Masters following a five-under-par 67.

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Written By: nally on 01/28/10 at 10:31 pm

Na Li beats Venus, oh a surprise for sure.

I agree. Na Li is someone I hadn't even heard of until just recently.

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Written By: Frank on 01/28/10 at 10:35 pm

I agree. Na Li is someone I hadn't even heard of until just recently.

I heard of her, prob coz she's Chinese.

Na Li lost to Serena today, and Serena's in the final with Justine Henin. Should be a good match.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/10 at 1:23 am

SNOOKER:

John Higgins, Mark Selby and Mark Williams through to Welsh Open quarter-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/10 at 1:23 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Britain's Laura Robson reaches girls' singles final by beating Kristyna Pliskova 6-3 6-1

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/10 at 3:42 pm

Roger Federer claims Andy Murray will be under "big pressure" in Sunday's Australian Open final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/10 at 3:42 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Ospreys' Lee Byrne banned for two weeks and misses England v Wales Six Nations game

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/10 at 3:43 pm

SNOOKER:

Stephen Maguire beats Mark Williams 5-1 in Welsh Open quarter-final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/10 at 11:33 pm

Justine Henin and Serena Williams prepare to resume a fierce rivalry in Saturday's Australian Open final after the Belgian's dream run in only her second tournament since coming out of retirement.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/10 at 11:34 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Leeds open title defence with 34-6 victory over Crusaders

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/10 at 11:34 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Ospreys' Lee Byrne banned for two weeks and misses England v Wales Six Nations game

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/10 at 11:35 pm

GOLF:

Welshman Bradley Dredge is one shot off the lead after two rounds of the Qatar Masters, with English pair Lee Westwood and Oliver Wilson a shot further back.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/10 at 11:36 pm

BOXING:

Victor Conte, the man who provided disgraced sprinter Dwain Chambers with illegal drugs, has branded boxing's attempts to catch cheats as "inept".

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Written By: Frank on 01/30/10 at 2:31 am

Clara Hughes named Canada's Olympic flag-bearer for the 210 Winter Olympics. She's a speed skater.
I have to say I never head of her until today.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/10 at 3:32 am

Defending champion Serena Williams takes on former world number one Justine Henin in the final of the Australian Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/10 at 7:22 am

World number one Serena Williams beats Justine Henin in three sets to win her fifth Australian Open title.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/10 at 7:35 am

HORSE RACING:

Meetings at Cheltenham and Uttoxeter ON but Doncaster abandoned

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/10 at 11:03 am

GOLF:

Paul Casey and Bradley Dredge share the third-round lead at the Qatar Masters.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/10 at 11:59 pm

Andy Murray's appearance in the final of the Australian Open causes huge anticipation in his home town of Dunblane.

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Written By: nally on 01/31/10 at 12:05 am

Clara Hughes named Canada's Olympic flag-bearer for the 2010 Winter Olympics. She's a speed skater.
I have to say I never head of her until today.

Me neither. I've heard of plenty of people named Clara, and plenty of people surnamed Hughes...but none that meet both criteria.

Just a couple more weekends now!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 1:12 am

Andy Murray's appearance in the final of the Australian Open causes huge anticipation in his home town of Dunblane.
TV coverage starts at 08:30 (GMT)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 1:36 am

Andy Murray says he can beat Roger Federer on Sunday to become Britain's first male Grand Slam champion for 74 years - but only if he plays his best tennis.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 1:36 am

SNOOKER:

John Higgins beats Ronnie O'Sullivan 6-4 and will play Ali Carter in Welsh Open final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 1:59 am

Andy's brother Jamie Murray on Twitter: "Looking forward to watching the final... in the Star Alliance lounge at Heathrow! What am I doing?!"

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 2:11 am

Apparently, it's not raining in Melbourne anymore, but it seems unlikely they'll open the roof on Rod Laver Arena unless they're sure there'll be no more of the wet stuff. We're still waiting for the Jersey Boys on court.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 2:28 am

"The forecast from the Australian Bureau of Meteorology for the rest of the evening is showers & thunderstorms. Probably keep the roof shut then."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 2:31 am

Took Federer 17 slams to win his first. It's Andy's 17th slam, it's written in the stars.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 2:37 am

Andy Murray looks very cool as he stands at the net twiddling his racquet. Roger Federer eventually joins him for the obligatory photos. Murray calls tails at the coin toss - but it's heads and I think Fed said he would serve first. The roof is open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 2:40 am

Boris Becker on BBC One: "I'm going for Murray. I'm listening to my stomach and it tells me there could be a changing of the guard today."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 2:42 am

Federer won the toss and chose ends, with Murray choosing to receive.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 2:44 am

Ready? Play...

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 2:46 am

Federer 1-0* Murray
Kerpow. That's the way to start a final, Murray rifling a backhand down the line before a deep return forces Federer to net. It's 0-30. Two big serves help the top seed to draw level, and he soon has a game point - but Murray peppers the Fed backhand to draw the error. Fed comes through from deuce, but an encouraging start by the Brit.

* denotes next to serve

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 2:52 am

Federer *2-0 Murray
Fed now with 0-30 after a Murray double-fault. Nervy times. Murray again going to the Fed backhand, but the world number one drills one down the line to earn three break points. Fed mis-times a forehand on the first, but on the second, runs around his backhand and drives a stunning forehand into the corner. First blood to the top seed.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 2:54 am

Federer 2-1* Murray
Huge roar from the crowd as Murray chases down a drop shot and sticks it down the line. Murray is in the game again at 15-30 - and now he produces a magnificent backhand pass off a slightly-too-tentative volley from Fed. Two break-back points. He only needs one. Fed's got a short forehand but doesn't do enough with it, Murray forcing a short volley before flicking the pass crosscourt. "Come ooooonnnn," roars the Scot. Game on.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 2:59 am

Federer *2-2 Murray
"Boooooooo..." The crowd make their feelings known as a wag decides to shout out just as Murray is about to deliver a first serve. He loses the point too, and the third, spraying a forehand into the trams. It's 15-30 and he's in trouble again, struggling to find a first serve at the moment. Fed appears to overcook a forehand - but there's no call. Murray goes to Hawkeye and he's right. Murray goes on to hold for the first time in the match.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 3:07 am

Federer 3-2* Murray
Some of these rallies are absorbing, both players trying to out-think the other. All manner of spins, slices and angles. Murray tempts Fed into net, before finding a dipping backhand to force him to net. He has two more break points. Murray challenges again on the first, but Hawkeye doesn't come to his rescue this time, and Fed saves the second with a swinging serve down the middle, but now he's blasted a forehand over the baseline to give Murray another chance. Murray anticipates the smash from Fed, but can't control it and Fed survives with two aces in a row.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 3:13 am

Federer *3-3 Murray
Clever, shorter, angled approach shot from Murray catches Fed a little flat-footed and the Scot moves to 40-15. Still not getting any cheap points on serve though. He goes to Hawkeye again on a backhand which did clip the sideline, and on the replayed point, does find an unreturnable serve. Not a great start by the linespeople in this final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 3:16 am

Federer 4-3* Murray
Hmmm... A double-fault from Fed and it's 15-30. "Come on Murray" comes a quite blood-curdling scream from the crowd. Frightening. Murray is twice made to pay for short forehands though and Fed takes control to move to game point before his first serve does the rest.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 3:23 am

Federer *5-3 Murray
New balls, and a new shirt for Federer. Already? Not what you expect from the king of cool. Murray kicks off the game in disastrous fashion with a double fault, and now he's 0-30 down. Big serve down the middle - 130mph - and now a couple of huge forehands, stepping up the pace from inside the baseline. But Federer now takes a couple of steps and drills a dreamy backhand down the line. Stunning, and it earns him a break point. Another forehand winner and the world number one will serve for the first set.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 3:26 am

Federer 6-3 0-0* Murray
Fed moves to 30-0 with an ace out wide, and now has two set points after just about finding both lines with a sweeping forehand into the corner. Murray tries one of those magical shots around the net post, but he's gone long and it's advantage Federer. Murray's first-serve percentage is 45%.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 3:32 am

Federer *6-3 0-1 Murray
Murray's got the lucky white shirt on - and it does the trick in that game as the world number four holds to 15. A rare comfortable service game.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 3:35 am

Federer 6-3 1-1* Murray
Strange final point there as Murray looks like he expects a Fed mis-hit to go long. It doesn't and Murray looks a but silly as he nonchalantly half-volleys the ball into the trams. The crowd are a bit quiet here. Murray could do with one of those moments of magic to set this final on fire.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 3:37 am

Federer *6-3 2-1 Murray
Murray lands a rare first serve, and steps in for a drive volley, but Fed anticipates and crunches a forehand crosscourt. He has three break points but he only needs one, as Murray is forced to net. Has he got another lucky white shirt? This one doesn't appear to be doing the trick. Fed is at the top of his game.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 3:55 am

Federer 6-3 4-2* Murray
Drop shot into the net, forehand miles over the baseline - and the familiar sound of a frustrated "nooo" from Andy Murray. But now a couple of rare errors from the Fedster, and it's 30-30. Tense, cagey rally - and that's agonising for Murray and his supporters. Fed's low, sliced backhand clips the net and falls apologetically over the net. It doesn't work a second time though, as his drop shot lands in the net. Two deuces, but Fed survives.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 4:02 am

Federer *6-3 4-3 Murray
Fed puts that last scrappy game firmly behind him, sending Murray scuttling this way and that as he dominates the points. Three more break points for the world number one. Saves one when Fed nets and then finds two big first serves when he needs them. Mis-timed forehand, leaving Murray grimacing, hands Fed another shot and he can't find a first serve this time - but Fed obliges by blasting a fairly-easy-for-him forehand over the baseline. Gutsy hold by Murray.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 4:05 am

Federer 6-3 5-3* Murray
Fed's sixth ace takes him to 40-0 and another serve out wide allows him to put away the volley. Quick service hold put the pressure right back on Murray.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 4:11 am

Federer *6-3 5-4 Murray
"That was... a ridiculous forehand," splutters BBC One commentator John Lloyd. It was indeed. Murray doesn't seem to do much wrong, but sees a brutal forehand come flying past him, painting the line as it goes. It's the only point for Fed though and Murray can sit down and focus on this next must-win game.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 4:11 am

Federer 6-3 6-4 0-0* Murray
No chance for Murray. Fed's serve is firing and he quickly earns three set points. The Scot saves one when his forehand hits the net, making Fed mis-time his forehand, but the world number one gets his opponent out of position before delivering the final blow at the net.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 4:13 am

Boris Becker on BBC One: "Federer is playing fantastic tennis and he's playing with magic - and that's what Murray is missing. The longer the match goes, the more confident Federer gets."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 4:17 am

Federer *6-3 6-4 0-1 Murray
Murray's first serve percentage has crept up to 54%, but when he doesn't get his first serve in, he's only winning 44% of the points. He lands a few in this game though as he holds to 15. The crowd will be firmly behind Murray now as they look to get a bit more value for money from their tickets, and there's an enthusiastic chant of "Let's go Andy, let's go" as the players change over.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 4:27 am

Federer 6-3 6-4 1-1* Murray
Murray works so, so hard to engineer a break point - his first since the first set. He sets up the point nicely, but as he goes to finish it off with a backhand down the line, he goes for too much and see the ball fly over the baseline. A furious Murray slams the court with his racquet. The door is quickly slammed closed again.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 4:27 am

Federer *6-3 6-4 1-2 Murray
Will the frustration get the better of Murray? No. He holds to love, finishing off with a satisfying ace down the 'T'.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 4:29 am

Federer 6-3 6-4 2-2* Murray
Every Murray point is being cheered to the rafters, but he only gets one there. Easy enough hold.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 4:32 am

Federer *6-3 6-4 2-3 Murray
Uh-oh. Murray grasping his right thigh now. He's in trouble too at 15-30, but he sends a rasping forehand into the corner to see off that danger. He doesn't ask for the trainer at the changeover, so hopefully not a serious problem.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 4:36 am

"There's a lot of Aussies here cheering for Murray... not sure it is enough though."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 4:38 am

Federer 6-3 6-4 2-4* Murray
Fed's volley clips the top of the net... and drops his side. Murray has a 0-30 lead, and surely he's got to take one of these openings. That might help. Fed puts an easy forehand long and Murray has three break points. HE'S DONE IT! Fed gets first serves in on all three, but on the third, Murray has Fed scrambling at the net and though the world number one manages to pick up a couple of volleys, Murray eventually finds the pass - and roars his approval as the crowd rises to its feet.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 4:42 am

Federer *6-3 6-4 2-5 Murray
It's not often you see Fed grasping at thin air, but he's doing exactly that as Murray steps forward and hammers a rasping forehand onto the sideline. It's a big game, and Murray holds to 15, closing out with an ace. The momentum is with Murray... for now.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 4:45 am

John Lloyd on BBC One: "Federer's form has dipped. No question. He's started to make a few errors that we just didn't see in the first two sets. He's just proving he's actually human."

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 4:46 am

Federer 6-3 6-4 3-5* Murray
Fed rattles through a perfect love service game to heap the pressure on Murray. The tension mounts...

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 4:52 am

Federer *6-3 6-4 4-5 Murray
Big Fed forehand, loose Murray backhand error. Fed's up 15-30. So tense. Murray peppers Fed's forehand corner and draws the error. 30-30. Fed pounces on a second serve, and Fed's return loops onto the edge of the line. Hawkeye challenge fails. 30-40 and it's break point, but Murray bangs down a big serve - and now another, but Fed gets this one back, and then drills a dipping backhand to force Murray to net a tricky half-volley. Another break point and this time Murray crumbles, netting a forehand. As you were.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 4:56 am

Federer 6-3 6-4 5-5* Murray
A smiley little girl in the crowd proudly holds up a 'Go Murray' banner for the camera. Has she seen the scoreboard? More frustration for Murray as he miscues a mid-court forehand, but Fed then puts a rather lazy drop-shot into the net to give his opponent a little sniff at 40-30. Serve/forehand does the trick though. Another big game coming up for Murray. Fed has won the last three.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 5:02 am

Federer *6-3 6-4 5-6 Murray
Murray now trudging around like the weight of the world (or maybe 74 years of hurt) is on his shoulders - and it's another gruelling game. Stunning half-volley pick-up from Fed gets him back to deuce, Murray ending the point clutching his thigh again. Couple of deuces in the game, but Murray finally seals it with an ace, which is initially called wide but then corrected by good old Hawkeye. Tie-break at worst for Murray.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 5:06 am

Federer 6-3 6-4 6-6 Murray
Fed swats away another glorious forehand winner to move to 40-0 before hammering down an ace. Tie-break it is...

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 5:09 am

Federer 6-3 6-4 6-6 (3-3) Murray
Murray opens with an ace, and after another long baseline rally, forces Fed to overcook a forehand to go 2-0 up with a mini-break. Return long makes it 2-1 for Murray. Crunching groundstrokes from Murray, really upping the pace and eventually Fed breaks down. It's 3-1 - but the mini-break disappears when he sprays a backhand into the trams. Fed holds his service point and they switch over at 3-3. Fed now four points from the title.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 5:09 am

People are shouting just as Murray serves!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 5:09 am

Federer 6-3 6-4 6-6 (4-4) Murray

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 5:11 am

Federer 6-3 6-4 6-6 (5-6) Murray

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 5:16 am

Now championship point to Federer.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 5:17 am

Now championship point to Federer.
Nope, not yet!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 5:17 am

Federer 6-3 6-4 6-6 (8-8) Murray

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 5:27 am

ROGER FEDERER BEATS ANDY MURRAY 6-3 6-4 7-6 (13-11) TO WIN AUSTRALIAN OPEN

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 5:27 am

ROGER FEDERER BEATS ANDY MURRAY 6-3 6-4 7-6 (13-11) TO WIN AUSTRALIAN OPEN
therefore, Andy Murray has lost.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 12:39 pm

DARTS:

British Darts Organisation rejects buyout offer from rivals PDC

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 12:40 pm

FOOTBALL:

Egypt win their third consecutive Africa Cup of Nations title, beating Ghana 1-0 in final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/10 at 12:40 pm

GOLF:

Sweden's Robert Karlsson fires a final-round 65 to claim a three-shot victory in the Qatar Masters in Doha.

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Written By: nally on 01/31/10 at 4:02 pm

Federer 6-3 6-4 6-6 (3-3) Murray
Murray opens with an ace, and after another long baseline rally, forces Fed to overcook a forehand to go 2-0 up with a mini-break. Return long makes it 2-1 for Murray. Crunching groundstrokes from Murray, really upping the pace and eventually Fed breaks down. It's 3-1 - but the mini-break disappears when he sprays a backhand into the trams. Fed holds his service point and they switch over at 3-3. Fed now four points from the title.

Seems like you were keeping track of the entire match... ;) :D

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Written By: nally on 01/31/10 at 10:53 pm

I just found out that the Minnesota Twins have acquired Jim Thome. I was hoping he'd go to an AL team...and my wish came true.

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Written By: Frank on 01/31/10 at 11:08 pm

ROGER FEDERER BEATS ANDY MURRAY 6-3 6-4 7-6 (13-11) TO WIN AUSTRALIAN OPEN

16th Grand Slam title, 4th Aussie Open title. He's amazing.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/01/10 at 1:18 am

Seems like you were keeping track of the entire match... ;) :D
I did miss a part of it when breakfast was serve.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/01/10 at 1:18 am

SNOOKER:

John Higgins beats defending champion Ali Carter 9-4 to win Welsh Open

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Written By: karen on 02/01/10 at 10:14 am

therefore, Andy Murray has lost.

therefore that Scottish bloke lost.

However if he'd won it would have been 'british tennis star Andy Murray'

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Written By: Frank on 02/01/10 at 10:42 am

therefore that Scottish bloke lost.

However if he'd won it would have been 'british tennis star Andy Murray'

That's right.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/01/10 at 12:33 pm

therefore that Scottish bloke lost.

However if he'd won it would have been 'british tennis star Andy Murray'
didn't we once have another British tennis star of Greg Rusedski?

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Written By: Frank on 02/01/10 at 5:28 pm

didn't we once have another British tennis star of Greg Rusedski?

We had the opposite. if he won, he was Canadian. If he lost, he was British...

Same for Ben Johnson, the disgraced runner of the 1988 Seoul Olympics. When he won, he was Canadian. When he lost, he became Jamaiican. I'm sure Jamaica though the opposite.!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/02/10 at 2:32 pm

F1:

Lewis Hamilton declares himself happy after his first test in McLaren's new car despite lagging behind Felipe Massa's Ferrari.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/02/10 at 2:32 pm

Great Britain's men will play three 2012 European Handball Championships qualifiers on home soil later this year.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/02/10 at 2:33 pm

Welsh skeleton bob athlete Chris Type expresses his disappointment after missing out on the Vancouver Winter Olympics.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/02/10 at 2:33 pm

Anne Keothavong returns to action after injury as Britain's Fed Cup team bids for promotion in Portugal this week.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/02/10 at 2:33 pm

Britain's world heptathlon champion Jessica Ennis tells the BBC that she will skip the Commonwealth Games in Delhi this October.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/02/10 at 2:34 pm

American boxing greats Bernard Hopkins and Roy Jones Jr are set to meet in Las Vegas on 3 April - 17 years after their first bout.

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Written By: karen on 02/02/10 at 2:34 pm

Great Britain's men will play three 2012 European Handball Championships qualifiers on home soil later this year.

need my eyes testing. I read it as European Hand bell Championships. :-[

Henry should do well then!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/02/10 at 2:35 pm

John Higgins reels off a string of fine breaks to beat defending champion Ali Carter 9-4 in the Welsh Open final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/02/10 at 2:35 pm

need my eyes testing. I read it as European Hand bell Championships. :-[

Henry should do well then!
ding dong!!

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Written By: nally on 02/02/10 at 5:28 pm

I did miss a part of it when breakfast was serve.

That happens sometimes; it's not easy to watch the TV while you are eating. Although sometimes in October during the baseball postseason, I like to keep the TV on while eating in the dining room. Of course, I have to turn my head to see the action, but that's usually when a key play is being performed.

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Written By: Frank on 02/03/10 at 12:05 am

That happens sometimes; it's not easy to watch the TV while you are eating. Although sometimes in October during the baseball postseason, I like to keep the TV on while eating in the dining room. Of course, I have to turn my head to see the action, but that's usually when a key play is being performed.

I watch TV when I eat. I also used to watch TV while doing homework. Did that for years and years, parents would never understand how I could do that. I'd study for a test while watching TV.

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Written By: nally on 02/03/10 at 12:08 am

I watch TV when I eat. I also used to watch TV while doing homework. Did that for years and years, parents would never understand how I could do that. I'd study for a test while watching TV.

Sometimes I'd have a tendency to do that too, regardless of what was on. But often times it would distract me. Even during my many college years.

In October I could never stay away from the TV, due to the baseball postseason action.

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Written By: Frank on 02/03/10 at 12:15 am

Sometimes I'd have a tendency to do that too, regardless of what was on. But often times it would distract me. Even during my many college years.

In October I could never stay away from the TV, due to the baseball postseason action.

I never got distracted doing homework while watching TV. I tend to be good at doing several things at the same time.

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Written By: nally on 02/03/10 at 12:18 am

I never got distracted doing homework while watching TV. I tend to be good at doing several things at the same time.

Well, I've had a big tendency to get distracted while doing certain things. It's been a big problem for me over the years.

I can multitask too; for example, when I watch sports on TV I can eat my meals, OR wash the dishes when I'm done eating, OR do a crossword puzzle... while also doing the laundry upstairs.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/03/10 at 1:19 pm

Well, I've had a big tendency to get distracted while doing certain things. It's been a big problem for me over the years.

I can multitask too; for example, when I watch sports on TV I can eat my meals, OR wash the dishes when I'm done eating, OR do a crossword puzzle... while also doing the laundry upstairs.
Once I had work to be done at home and for that I had cricket on television in the background.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/04/10 at 1:33 am

GOLF:

US Ryder Cup captain Corey Pavin has named four vice-captains for October's match against Europe at Celtic Manor.

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Written By: Frank on 02/04/10 at 1:37 am

I read that Tiger Woods will be playing golf in a couple of weeks.

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Written By: karen on 02/04/10 at 6:53 am

GOLF:

US Ryder Cup captain Corey Pavin has named four vice-captains for October's match against Europe at Celtic Manor.

Celtic Manor - drive past that on the way to Dai's Mum

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Written By: nally on 02/04/10 at 1:42 pm

I read that Tiger Woods will be playing golf in a couple of weeks.

Oh?? Tell me more

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/04/10 at 3:17 pm

Celtic Manor - drive past that on the way to Dai's Mum
I past it when I went to see cricket at Cardiff.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/04/10 at 3:18 pm

I read that Tiger Woods will be playing golf in a couple of weeks.
Which tournament?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/04/10 at 3:22 pm

TENNIS:

Austria wins Fed Cup Group D tie against GB as Elena Baltacha loses second match

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/04/10 at 3:23 pm

Following a meeting of rules think-tank the F1 Commission on Monday, that has now been changed to extend the points down to 10th place with places rewarded in a 25-18-15-12-10-8-6-4-2-1 sequence.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/04/10 at 3:23 pm

I read that Tiger Woods will be playing golf in a couple of weeks.
Six-time major winner Sir Nick Faldo says returning to tournament golf will prove Tiger Woods's "saviour".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/04/10 at 3:24 pm

GOLF :

Defending champion Rory McIlroy is one of six leaders after day one of the Dubai Desert Classic.

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Written By: Frank on 02/04/10 at 7:05 pm

Following a meeting of rules think-tank the F1 Commission on Monday, that has now been changed to extend the points down to 10th place with places rewarded in a 25-18-15-12-10-8-6-4-2-1 sequence.

I don't think I like that.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/05/10 at 1:33 am

Great Britain's Fed Cup team had their promotion hopes all-but ended as Austria clinched a comfortable 3-0 win in their Group D tie in Portugal.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/05/10 at 1:01 pm

John Terry is stripped of the England captaincy following allegations about his private life and replaced by Rio Ferdinand.

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Written By: karen on 02/05/10 at 1:22 pm

John Terry is stripped of the England captaincy following allegations about his private life and replaced by Rio Ferdinand.

What's he supposed to have done?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/05/10 at 1:24 pm

What's he supposed to have done?
I try and give the short story...

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/05/10 at 1:25 pm

I try and give the short story...
John Terry has been stripped of the England captaincy following allegations he had an affair with an England team-mate's (Wayne Bridge) ex-girlfriend.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/05/10 at 2:05 pm

What's he supposed to have done?
In January 2010, a super-injunction was imposed by a High Court judge preventing the media from reporting that Terry had had an affair with Vanessa Perroncel, the former girlfriend of Wayne Bridge, his former Chelsea and current England teammate. The injunction was lifted a week later

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Written By: karen on 02/05/10 at 3:04 pm

In January 2010, a super-injunction was imposed by a High Court judge preventing the media from reporting that Terry had had an affair with Vanessa Perroncel, the former girlfriend of Wayne Bridge, his former Chelsea and current England teammate. The injunction was lifted a week later

Is Terry married?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/05/10 at 3:17 pm

Is Terry married?
John Terry is married to Toni Poole Terry and are parents of twins.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/05/10 at 3:17 pm

Is Terry married?
In 2009, John Terry was named "Dad of the Year" after he came top of a poll of UK adults in a Daddies Sauce survey

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/05/10 at 4:42 pm

I read that Tiger Woods will be playing golf in a couple of weeks.
Tiger Woods is reportedly targeting a return to golf at the WGC Match Play Championship in Arizona on 17 February.

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Written By: Frank on 02/05/10 at 8:59 pm

Tiger Woods is reportedly targeting a return to golf at the WGC Match Play Championship in Arizona on 17 February.

Wonder how many reporters will be around? And it is a good idea for him to come back during the Olympics, maybe a little less coverage on him.

Hope they will leave him alone at let him play golf.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/06/10 at 12:15 am

Wonder how many reporters will be around? And it is a good idea for him to come back during the Olympics, maybe a little less coverage on him.

Hope they will leave him alone at let him play golf.
I hope he has still been practicing.

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Written By: dogwelder on 02/06/10 at 12:55 am

if they started a new reality show "tiger woods in sex rehab"......it would be the #1 show on tv!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/06/10 at 4:02 am

FOOTBALL:

Nigeria sack coach Shaibu Amodu despite his team's Africa Cup of Nations third place

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/06/10 at 4:02 am

HORSE RACING:

Tony McCoy to ride Denman in Cheltenham Gold Cup; Ruby Walsh to ride Kauto Star

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/06/10 at 4:02 am

TENNIS:

World number one Serena Williams pulls out of Paris Indoor Open with leg injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/06/10 at 8:26 am

GOLF:

Lee Westwood in four-way tie for lead after third round of Dubai Desert Classic

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/06/10 at 8:26 am

Olympic silver medallist Nathan Robertson supports the use of Wembley Arena for the 2012 Games in London.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/06/10 at 8:46 am

RUGBY UNION:

Champions Ireland take on Italy before England host Wales on the opening day of the 2010 RBS Six Nations.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/06/10 at 11:00 am

RUGBY UNION:

Six Nations result - Ireland 29-11 Italy

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Written By: nally on 02/06/10 at 11:14 am

TENNIS:

World number one Serena Williams pulls out of Paris Indoor Open with leg injury

Ouch! :-[ :(

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/06/10 at 2:43 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Six Nations result - England 30-17 Wales

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Written By: karen on 02/06/10 at 3:05 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Six Nations result - England 30-17 Wales

O0

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/06/10 at 3:06 pm

O0
The scoring:

England 30-17 Wales

England (13) 30
Tries: Haskell 2, Care Cons: Wilkinson 3 Pens: Wilkinson 3
Wales (3) 17
Tries: AR Jones, Hook Cons: S Jones 2 Pen: S Jones

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/07/10 at 11:36 am

RUGBY UNION:

Six Nations result - Scotland 9-18 France

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/07/10 at 11:36 am

DIVING:

2004 Olympic silver medallist Pete Waterfield pips Tom Daley to win 10m platform at National Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/07/10 at 11:37 am

HORSE RACING:

Joncol wins the Irish Hennessy Gold Cup at Leopardstown

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Written By: Frank on 02/08/10 at 6:33 pm

NHL:

Bob Gainey resigns as General manager of the Montreal Canadiens.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/10/10 at 1:58 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Leicester prop Dan Cole will make his first England start in Six Nations game against Italy

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/10/10 at 1:59 pm

WINTER OLYMPICS:

US skiing medal hope Lindsey Vonn could miss Vancouver Games because of injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/10/10 at 1:59 pm

FOOTBALL:

Bordeaux striker Marouane Chamakh has held talks with Arsenal, Liverpool & Spurs

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/10/10 at 2:25 pm

Athletics:

European 3,000 metres indoor champion Mo Farah will go head-to-head with Ethiopia's three-time Olympic champion Kenenisa Bekele on 20 February.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 02/11/10 at 10:39 am

WINTER OLYMPICS:

US skiing medal hope Lindsey Vonn could miss Vancouver Games because of injury

I read this morning she will be coming and will try to ski.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 02/11/10 at 12:04 pm

I read this morning she will be coming and will try to ski.

I heard that story on the news this morning; she's determined to compete even if it hurts (something like that).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/10 at 1:02 pm

I heard that story on the news this morning; she's determined to compete even if it hurts (something like that).
Get the painkillers ready!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/12/10 at 3:21 am

TENNIS:

US Open champion Juan Martin del Potro out for at least four weeks with a wrist injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/12/10 at 3:21 am

SNOOKER:

Stephen Lee arrested following investigation into suspicious betting patterns

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/12/10 at 12:10 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray withdraws from next week's ATP event in Marseille

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/12/10 at 12:10 pm

SAILING:

US challenger Oracle wins the opening race of the 33rd America's Cup in Spain

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/13/10 at 11:22 am

RUGBY UNION:

Shane Williams scores winning try for Wales in dramatic 31-24 win over Scotland.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/14/10 at 2:36 am

ATHLETICS:

Usain Bolt opens his season by winning a 400m race in a meet record time in Jamaica

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/14/10 at 2:36 am

TENNIS:

Britain's Elena Baltacha through to final of ITF tournament in Michigan

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/14/10 at 2:36 am

HORSE RACING:

Sunday meetings at Exeter and Hereford go ahead with no need for inspections

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/14/10 at 2:37 am

GOLF:

Tiger Woods will not return to golf, as rumoured, at next week's WGC Match Play Championship in Arizona.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/14/10 at 2:37 am

GOLF:

Richard Bland shot into contention with a 66 to end the third round in a group of seven players tied for the lead at the Avantha Masters in New Delhi.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/14/10 at 8:13 am

RUGBY UNION:

Wales flanker Andy Powell arrested for allegedly taking and driving away a golf buggy

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/14/10 at 8:14 am

GOLF:

Barry Lane's bid to become the oldest ever winner on the European Tour falls short as he finishes tied for third at the Avantha Masters in New Delhi.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/14/10 at 8:17 am

BOXING:

Unbeaten Welshman Nathan Cleverly claims the European light-heavyweight title with an impressive victory over Italian Antonio Brancalion.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/14/10 at 11:03 am

Writer and former jockey Dick Francis, famous for his horse racing-based crime novels, has died aged 89, his family has said.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/14/10 at 11:32 am

RUGBY UNION:

England survive late fightback to beat Italy 17-12 in Six Nations at Stadio Flaminio

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 02/15/10 at 11:22 am

Has anyone even watched any golf since Tiger has taken a hiatus?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 02/15/10 at 1:31 pm

Has anyone even watched any golf since Tiger has taken a hiatus?

A little bit. I watch the Golf Channel now and then, just to see what's on there.

I haven't played much golf in a while, but my dad and I would like to again at some point.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/16/10 at 12:52 am

Has anyone even watched any golf since Tiger has taken a hiatus?
I have been watching some of the golf from Pebble Beach over the weekend.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/17/10 at 1:20 am

GOLF:

Royal Liverpool Golf Club is to host The Open Championship in 2014, the 12th time the Hoylake links has hosted the competition.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/18/10 at 12:57 am

GOLF:

Tiger Woods will speak publicly on Friday for the first time since the scandal surrounding his private life erupted in late November last year.

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Written By: nally on 02/18/10 at 1:54 pm

GOLF:

Tiger Woods will speak publicly on Friday for the first time since the scandal surrounding his private life erupted in late November last year.

I wonder what he'll have to say... ???

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 02/18/10 at 1:58 pm

WINTER OLYMPICS:

US skiing medal hope Lindsey Vonn could miss Vancouver Games because of injury

I read this morning she will be coming and will try to ski.

I heard that story on the news this morning; she's determined to compete even if it hurts (something like that).

Get the painkillers ready!

All that perseverance seems to have paid off, as she won the Gold in yesterday's competitions!! :) 8) :D

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/18/10 at 2:12 pm

I wonder what he'll have to say... ???
I wonder too.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 02/18/10 at 2:13 pm

I wonder too.

We shall find out tomorrow. And I bet it'll be all over the media...

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/18/10 at 2:14 pm

We shall find out tomorrow. And I bet it'll be all over the media...
One thing, he is due to apologiise.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 02/19/10 at 1:17 am

Hope he will return to play golf and the media leaves him pretty much alone after that.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/19/10 at 1:19 am

GOLF:

Paul Casey and Luke Donald continued their returns from injury with second-round wins at the Accenture World Match Play Championship in Arizona.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/19/10 at 1:19 am

TENNIS:

Anne Keothavong reaches Memphis semis but Elena Baltacha loses 6-2 7-5 to Maria Sharapova

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/19/10 at 12:16 pm

Hope he will return to play golf and the media leaves him pretty much alone after that.
A tearful Tiger Woods makes a frank apology for cheating on his wife, saying he does not know when he will return to competitive golf.

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Written By: nally on 02/19/10 at 1:58 pm

A tearful Tiger Woods makes a frank apology for cheating on his wife, saying he does not know when he will return to competitive golf.

I caught a snippet of that on the news this morning.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/19/10 at 2:12 pm

I caught a snippet of that on the news this morning.
I stilll have to view on the news.

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Written By: nally on 02/19/10 at 3:55 pm

I stilll have to view on the news.

It'll probably be all over the Sports section of daily newspapers tomorrow. But there'll also be coverage of the Olympics.

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Written By: Frank on 02/19/10 at 4:55 pm

A tearful Tiger Woods makes a frank apology for cheating on his wife, saying he does not know when he will return to competitive golf.

I expected him to say something like that.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/20/10 at 5:45 am

LONDON 2012:

The Royal Artillery Barracks and North Greenwich Arena are to be converted and used for the London 2012 Olympics.

The Woolwich barracks will host the Olympic shooting events as well as shooting and archery events in the Paralympics.

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Written By: nally on 02/20/10 at 12:36 pm

LONDON 2012:

The Royal Artillery Barracks and North Greenwich Arena are to be converted and used for the London 2012 Olympics.

The Woolwich barracks will host the Olympic shooting events as well as shooting and archery events in the Paralympics.

Something to look forward to in 2 1/2 years.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/20/10 at 4:34 pm

GOLF:

Paul Casey and Ian Poulter are through to the semi-finals of the WGC-Accenture World Match Play Championship in Arizona. ona.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/21/10 at 2:14 am

GOLF:

Ian Poulter thrashes Sergio Garcia 7&6 to set up a final against Paul Casey or Camilo Villegas at the the WGC-Accenture Match Play in Arizona.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/21/10 at 2:15 am

BOXING:

Scott Lawton is stopped in three rounds by the impressive Leva Kirakoysan in their European super-featherweight title fight.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/21/10 at 2:22 am

TENNIS:

Maria Sharapova beat Sweden's Sofia Arvidsson to win her first title of the year at the Cellular South Cup in Memphis.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/21/10 at 10:33 am

HORSE RACING:

Monday's National Hunt fixture at Market Rasen abandoned due to frost and snow

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/21/10 at 10:34 am

TENNIS:

World number one and four-time champion Roger Federer pulls out of the Dubai Championships because of a lung infection.

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Written By: nally on 02/21/10 at 2:14 pm

TENNIS:

World number one and four-time champion Roger Federer pulls out of the Dubai Championships because of a lung infection.

ouch. :o

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/10 at 1:24 am

GOLF:

Ian Poulter puts in a determined display to beat Paul Casey 4&2 to win the WGC-Accenture Match Play in Arizona.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/10 at 12:02 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Terry Newton banned from all rugby for two years by UK Anti-Doping agency

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/10 at 12:03 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Scotland make four changes to side for Saturday's Six Nations match against Italy

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/10 at 12:03 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Scotland keeper Allan McGregor omitted for game v Czech Rep; Kris Boyd & Lee McCulloch back

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/10 at 12:04 pm

RUGBY UNION:

France bring in Benjamin Fall & Julien Bonnaire for Friday's match against Wales

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Written By: Frank on 02/22/10 at 10:58 pm

NFL:

LaDainianTomlinson released by the San Diego Chargers, a franchise he helped revive with a brilliant nine-year run in which he became one of the NFL’s greatest running backs.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/10 at 1:33 am

RACING:

Thursday afternoon's race meeting at Ayr abandoned because of frost

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/10 at 1:34 am

FORMULA 1:

Andrew Benson wonders whether anyone can catch pace-setters Ferrari as the teams head into this week's crucial final pre-season test in Barcelona.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/26/10 at 5:55 am

Cricket star Shane Warne is the latest high profile sports personality to enter the competitive underwear market with the launch of his "Spinners" range.

He joins an elite, but growing, alumni of athletes who have jumped on the underwear band wagon and reinvented themselves as buffed pin-ups including Brett Lee, Mitchell Johnson, Michael Clarke, Eamon Sullivan, Ian Thorpe and most famously, David Beckham.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/26/10 at 8:56 am

UK FOOTBALL:

Portsmouth, with debts of about £60m, have become the first Premier League club to enter administration.

The club will be docked nine points as a result and face almost certain relegation to the Championship.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/28/10 at 9:59 am

HOCKEY:

England beat Australia 3-2 in their opening match of the World Cup in India

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/28/10 at 10:01 am

GOLF:

Brandt Snedeker fires a five under par 66 to lead going into the final round of the Phoenix Open in Scottsdale.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/28/10 at 3:56 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Melbourne Storm beat Leeds Rhinos 18-10 to win the World Club Challenge

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/28/10 at 3:57 pm

FOOTBALL:

Robbie Keane withdraws from Republic of Ireland's game with Brazil on Tuesday with knee injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/01/10 at 12:58 am

TENNIS:

Novak Djokovic beats Mikhail Youzhny 7-5 5-7 6-3 to win the weather-hit Dubai Open and successfully defend an ATP title for the first time.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/02/10 at 1:28 am

RUGBY UNION:

Ospreys cleared of fielding ineligible player - scrum-half Ricky Januarie - in Heineken Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/04/10 at 6:49 am

FORMULA 1:

F1 hopefuls Stefan GP have their bid to race in 2010 rejected by FIA

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/04/10 at 6:49 am

RUGBY UNION:

Stade Francais prop David Attoub loses appeal against 70-week ban for gouging

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/04/10 at 6:51 am

Energy drink firm Gatorade has ended its sponsorship of Tiger Woods.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/04/10 at 12:40 pm

FORMULA 1:

New Hispania team confirm Indian Karun Chandhok as their second driver

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Written By: nally on 03/04/10 at 12:44 pm

Energy drink firm Gatorade has ended its sponsorship of Tiger Woods.

I wonder if other companies are doing the same thing.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/04/10 at 12:48 pm

I wonder if other companies are doing the same thing.
Are there any companies left now?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/10 at 3:13 am

HOCKEY:

England confirm defender Richard Mantell fractured and dislocated ankle in win over Pakistan

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/10 at 3:14 am

HOCKEY:

England confirm defender Richard Mantell fractured and dislocated ankle in win over Pakistan
That is normal hockey not Ice Hockey

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/10 at 3:15 am

SNOOKER:

Ken Doherty beats Jimmy White 10-3 in World Snooker Championship qualifying

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/10 at 3:15 am

GOLF:

Oliver Wilson finishes one shot off the lead after round of The Honda Classic in Palm Beach.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/10 at 3:16 am

TENNIS:

Davis Cup debutant James Ward will open Great Britain's Euro/Africa zone tie against Lithuania in Vilnius on Friday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/10 at 5:29 am

Manchester United striker Michael Owen will not play again this season after pulling his hamstring in the Carling Cup win over Aston Villa last weekend.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/10 at 5:36 am

FORMULA 1:

McLaren star Lewis Hamilton admits he made mistakes handling Fernando Alonso as his team-mate during his debut season in 2007.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/10 at 5:37 am

RUGBY UNION:

French club Stade Francais accuse England of blackmailing James Haskell as they refuse to release the flanker for a French Top 14 match

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/10 at 5:37 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

The future England head coach role looks set to be a full-time job, Rugby Football League chairman Richard Lewis tells BBC Sport.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/10 at 5:38 am

ATHLETICS:

Britain's Jessica Ennis vows to be in the best possible shape for the pentathlon at next weekend's World Indoor Championships in Doha.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/10 at 5:39 am

MOTOGP:

Jorge Lorenzo hopes to have recovered from his hand injury in time for the final MotoGP pre-season test.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/10 at 5:39 am

BOXING:

Kevin Mitchell will fight Australian Michael Katsidis for the WBO interim lightweight title in Britain in May.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/10 at 5:40 am

HORSE RACING:

A total of 13 horses withdraw from the 2010 Grand National, leaving 98 still in contention, after the first of two forfeit stages.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/10 at 9:37 am

RUGBY UNION:

Bath sign England flanker Lewis Moody from Leicester on three-year deal

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/10 at 9:38 am

ATHLETICS:

British sprint hurdler Callum Priestley is provisionally suspended following anti-doping violation

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/10 at 9:38 am

DAVIS CUP:

James Ward gives Great Britain a 1-0 lead over Lithuania with straight-sets win

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/10 at 1:01 pm

TENNIS:

Ricardas Berankis beats Dan Evans in five sets to bring Lithuania level with Great Britain at 1-1

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/06/10 at 9:43 am

DAVIS CUP :

Colin Fleming & Ken Skupski win doubles 6-0 6-7 7-5 6-3 to give GB 2-1 lead over Lithuania

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/06/10 at 9:43 am

GOLF:

Wales' Rhys Davies shares a one-shot lead going into the final round of the Malaysian Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/06/10 at 3:41 pm

The International Football Association Board has ruled out the use of goal-line technology and video replays.

"The door is closed. The decision was not to use technology at all," said Fifa general secretary Jerome Valcke.

The decision was reached after watching presentations of two systems, Cairos - a chip inserted in a ball, and Hawk-Eye - used in tennis and cricket.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/07/10 at 2:12 pm

GOLF:

Wales' Rhys Davies could not improve on a promising third round as he finished two shots behind South Korean winner Noh Seung-yul at the Malaysian Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/08/10 at 1:13 pm

ATHLETICS:

World triple jump champion Phillips Idowu withdraws from World Indoor Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/08/10 at 1:13 pm

RUGBY UNION:

England lock Simon Shaw ruled out of Six Nations match against Scotland

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/08/10 at 1:13 pm

RUGBY UNION:

England's James Haskell regrets "misunderstanding" over club-versus-country row

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/08/10 at 1:14 pm

TENNIS:

Britain's Davis Cup captain John Lloyd is considering his future after becoming the first captain to preside over five successive defeats.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/08/10 at 4:31 pm

GOLF:

Camilo Villegas shoots a final round of 68 to win the Honda Classic by five shots.

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Written By: nally on 03/09/10 at 10:57 pm

Former Los Angeles Dodgers great Willie Davis (who played Major League Baseball in the 60's and 70's) has recently died at age 69; I have created a thread in Celebrity Heaven in his honor.

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Written By: Frank on 03/15/10 at 11:00 pm

Soccer: David Beckham has surgery after tearing his heel on the weekend. Status for 2010 World cup is questionable.

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Written By: nally on 03/15/10 at 11:01 pm

Soccer: David Beckham has surgery after tearing his heel on the weekend. Status for 2010 World cup is questionable.

Ouchers. Depending on how long it takes to heal (no pun intended), he might not be able to take part in the competition.

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Written By: Frank on 03/15/10 at 11:02 pm

NHL: Alex Ovechkin suspended for 2 games for pushing Bryan Campbell into the boards. Campbell broke his clavicle and hurt some ribs.

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Written By: Frank on 03/16/10 at 7:58 pm

Golf: Confirmed, Tiger's 1st tournament back will be the 2010 Masters. Hope he wins it.

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Written By: nally on 03/17/10 at 11:07 am

Golf: Confirmed, Tiger's 1st tournament back will be the 2010 Masters. Hope he wins it.

So he's back in the swing of things...

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Written By: nally on 03/20/10 at 1:50 pm

Long-time Dodgers broadcaster Vin Scully was in hospitalized the other night after hitting his head on something; yesterday it was reported that he was recovering nicely.

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Written By: Frank on 03/20/10 at 3:54 pm

Long-time Dodgers broadcaster Vin Scully was in hospitalized the other night after hitting his head on something; yesterday it was reported that he was recovering nicely.

Hope he recovers. He's one of the best ever.

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Written By: nally on 03/20/10 at 6:36 pm

Hope he recovers. He's one of the best ever.

Of course he is. According to a recent news story, he recovered speedily and has been released!

http://articles.latimes.com/2010/mar/19/sports/la-sp-dodgers-fyi-20100320

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Written By: Frank on 03/21/10 at 1:02 am

Of course he is. According to a recent news story, he recovered speedily and has been released!

http://articles.latimes.com/2010/mar/19/sports/la-sp-dodgers-fyi-20100320

Excellent news!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/21/10 at 2:08 am

More than £29m is raised for global causes by celebrities and the public taking part in the BBC's Sport Relief charity event.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/21/10 at 2:09 am

Golf: Confirmed, Tiger's 1st tournament back will be the 2010 Masters. Hope he wins it.
After resting from golf due to the mistresses, Tiger Woods returns in the Masters....

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Written By: nally on 03/21/10 at 3:00 pm

Excellent news!

I agree! Holding the position of sports announcer for 60+ years is quite an accomplishment. 8)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/10 at 1:54 am

Former BBC boxing commentator Harry Carpenter has died at the age of 84.

Carpenter was the BBC's voice of boxing for almost half a century after joining the corporation in 1949, when he first began commentating on the sport.

Known for his double act with British boxing great Frank Bruno, Carpenter also presented Sportsnight, Grandstand and Sports Personality of the Year.

He retired in 1994 and died in his sleep at King's College Hospital in London in the early hours of Saturday.

His lawyer David Wills said: "He had been unwell since last summer when he had a minor heart attack.

"The funeral has not been arranged but will be a family funeral, to be followed by a memorial service in London."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/10 at 2:51 pm

I think it was on last Monday that I was watching live from the US, baseball, it was the New Yankees v Philadelphia Phillies. A pitcher had the surname of Bastardo.

I will try and what more this spring.

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Written By: nally on 03/24/10 at 2:55 pm

I think it was on last Monday that I was watching live from the US, baseball, it was the New Yankees v Philadelphia Phillies. A pitcher had the surname of Bastardo.

I will try and what more this spring.

Yes, that is the Spring Training (pre-season) baseball.

The regular season begins in two weeks.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/10 at 2:56 pm

Yes, that is the Spring Training (pre-season) baseball.

The regular season begins in two weeks.
Just like the cricket season over here which starts around the 9th March.

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Written By: Frank on 03/25/10 at 12:20 am

I think it was on last Monday that I was watching live from the US, baseball, it was the New Yankees v Philadelphia Phillies. A pitcher had the surname of Bastardo.

I will try and what more this spring.

He pitches for Philadelphia. Somehow...would seem more appropriate if he pitched for the Yankees :D

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/10 at 10:52 am

ROWING:

Cambridge beat Oxford by a length and a half to win the 156th Boat Race

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/10 at 10:53 am

SNOOKER:

Mark Williams beats Ali Carter 6-4 to set up China Open final against Ding Junhui

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/10 at 10:56 am

TENNIS:

Andy Murray will begin clay-court season earlier than planned at Monte Carlo Masters

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Written By: nally on 04/03/10 at 11:01 pm

I can hardly wait for the MLB regular season to begin!! Let's hope Joe Torre can lead a ballclub to the postseason for the 15th straight year.

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Written By: Frank on 04/04/10 at 12:32 am

I can hardly wait for the MLB regular season to begin!! Let's hope Joe Torre can lead a ballclub to the postseason for the 15th straight year.

And let's hop Joe's previous team tanks the season and finishes behind the Orioles and Jays.

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Written By: nally on 04/04/10 at 12:34 am

And let's hop Joe's previous team tanks the season and finishes behind the Orioles and Jays.

Yes, the "bird teams" of the AL East seem to be finishing in the basement lately.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/10 at 3:00 am

TENNIS:

Kim Clijsters beats Venus Williams 6-2 6-1 to win the Sony Ericsson Open in Miami

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/10 at 3:00 am

BOXING:

David Haye stops John Ruiz in the ninth round to defend his WBA world heavyweight crown

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/10 at 3:00 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL:

Barcelona striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic out of Tuesday's Champions League match against Arsenal

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/10 at 3:01 am

GOLF :

Lee Westwood three shots behind leaders Anthony Kim and Bryce Molder at Houston Open

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Written By: Frank on 04/04/10 at 7:14 pm

TENNIS:

Kim Clijsters beats Venus Williams 6-2 6-1 to win the Sony Ericsson Open in Miami

Excellent!

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Written By: loki 13 on 04/04/10 at 7:36 pm

Philadelphia Eagles trade QB Donovan McNabb to the Washington Redskins for a second round
pick in this year's draft and a 3rd or 4th pick in next year's draft.

Why trade him to a division team. ???

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Written By: Frank on 04/04/10 at 7:44 pm

Philadelphia Eagles trade QB Donovan McNabb to the Washington Redskins for a second round
pick in this year's draft and a 3rd or 4th pick in next year's draft.

Why trade him to a division team. ???

Good question. Why trade him to a division team?

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Written By: loki 13 on 04/04/10 at 7:58 pm

Good question. Why trade him to a division team?

I don't think it really matters. though they won't say so I think the Eagles are quietly rebuilding.
Friday they sent CB Sheldon Brown and LB Chris Gocong to Cleveland. They have been cleaning
house the entire off season.

I think McNabb is inconsistent but he is still a viable QB. I like McNabb but I think Andy Reed didn't
use the right system for his skills. I think he'll thrive in a different system.

I would have rather have seen Andy Reed go but that isn't happening. :P

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/10 at 1:39 am

Legendary England cricketer Sir Alec Bedser, the bowler who won seven county titles with Surrey, has died at the age of 91.

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Written By: Frank on 04/07/10 at 11:11 am

Tennis: Ex tennis star Martina Navratilova diagnosed with breast cancer, but her prognosis is said to be excellent.

The report says the 53-year-old Navratilova had a lumpectomy and will begin six weeks of radiation therapy next month. It added that the nine-time Wimbledon women's singles champion was diagnosed with a non-invasive form of breast cancer called ductal carcinoma in situ, or DCIS.

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Written By: nally on 04/07/10 at 12:12 pm

Tennis: Ex tennis star Martina Navratilova diagnosed with breast cancer, but her prognosis is said to be excellent.

The report says the 53-year-old Navratilova had a lumpectomy and will begin six weeks of radiation therapy next month. It added that the nine-time Wimbledon women's singles champion was diagnosed with a non-invasive form of breast cancer called ductal carcinoma in situ, or DCIS.

I heard about this on the TV this morning. I hope all goes well for her in therapy.

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Written By: Frank on 04/07/10 at 1:22 pm

I heard about this on the TV this morning. I hope all goes well for her in therapy.

I hope she feels better too. She had some classic tennis battls against Chris Evert and Steffi Graf. You are probably too young to remember them though.

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Written By: nally on 04/07/10 at 3:19 pm

I hope she feels better too. She had some classic tennis battls against Chris Evert and Steffi Graf. You are probably too young to remember them though.

No I remember those names too. I have watched tennis matches on TV since I was little (altho not as regularly as some other sports).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/10 at 12:01 pm

HORSE RACING:

Tony McCoy ended his Grand National jinx in superb style as he claimed victory at the 15th attempt on board 10-1 joint favourite Don't Push It.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/10 at 1:42 pm

AUGUSTA MASTERS:

Mickelson has parred the 1st to stay six under, and Boom Boom's birdied 1 and 2 - Couples back to five under, the old man in his comfortable shoes has not given up yet. Marino's four under thru eight, and four under for the tournament.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/10 at 1:45 pm

AUGUSTA MASTERS:

Trevor Immelman, the 2008 champion, is out and has made birdie at 2 - the South African is three under. Villegas misses a very makeable putt at 13, he stays +1 and with putting like that, he won't be making much of a dent this weekend. Slocum apes Cabrera's duff chip shot at 12, he'll have a putt for par from off the green... shot gone, back to -2.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/10 at 1:48 pm

AUGUSTA MASTERS:

Tiger Woods at -7 through the 1st hole

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/10 at 1:51 pm

AUGUSTA MASTERS:

It couldn't be more perfect for low-scoring at Augusta - not a lick of wind, receptive greens and balmy at 70 degrees. Chad Campbell's in with an eight-over 80. Here's Charl Schwartzel at 11 with a long birdie putt... it dribbles by, but the South African, a man in form on the European Tour, should knock that in to stay +1. Mickelson, birdie at 2 to move to within one of the lead... Ryan Moore, dressed for the office, very much the Rod Harrington of golf, leaves his par putt low at 11 and drops back to +2.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/10 at 1:54 pm

AUGUSTA MASTERS:

Birdie for Woods at 1, he's now seven under and one off the lead. American duo Barnes and Kim let shots go at the 1st to both slip back to -5. USPGA champion Yang trips up at the 2nd, double bogey and back to -3...

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/10 at 2:04 pm

AUGUSTA MASTERS:

Ernie at 11, and he leaves his big, snaking right-to-left birdie putt just high, but that's a very good effort. Just seen Couples' third at the 2nd - peach of a pitch, plenty of grip and he yo-yoed it to within a few feet of the hole. Marino's a man on fire - five under now after a birdie at 10, the Oklahoma native is five under. Kim, winner in Houston last week, birdies 2 and is back to six under..

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/10 at 2:05 pm

AUGUSTA MASTERS:

We have a new joint leader - Phil Mickelson birdies 2 and 3 to cosy up next to Westwood and Poulter atop the leaderboard on eight under. The two English boys must be out now...

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/10 at 2:06 pm

AUGUSTA MASTERS:

That bogey at 13 was a mere blip for Jerry Kelly - birdies at 14 and 15, he's five under for the day and -3 overall. Lee Westwood is our outright leader after a birdie at the 1st...

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/10 at 2:12 pm

AUGUSTA MASTERS:

Ernie lets a shot go at 12, he slides a six-footer by and is back to +1. Steve Marino's approach at 10 stops dead 10 inches from the cup, some shot that, and he'll walk off with a birdie. Slocum hasn't let that bogey at 12 take the wind out of his sails, he hits back with birdie at 13 and is back to -3. Garcia in freefall, bogey at 9, out in 40. Young Manassero's round rather unravelled, he's in with a one-over 73 after coming back in 39.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 04/10/10 at 4:01 pm

I saw a bit of the Augusta Masters on the Golf Channel in high definition earlier.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/11/10 at 3:13 am

AUGUSTA MASTERS:

England's Lee Westwood keeps Phil Mickelson at bay to hold the lead after an enthralling third round of the Masters at Augusta.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/10 at 7:54 am

WORLD SNOOKER:

Veteran Steve Davis, 52, keeps his nerve to pull off a stunning 13-11 win over defending champion John Higgins at the World Championship.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/10 at 7:55 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Huddersfield say captain Brett Hodgson, reigning Super League Man of Steel, is leaving the club

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/10 at 8:37 am

WORLD SNOOKER:

Veteran Steve Davis, 52, keeps his nerve to pull off a stunning 13-11 win over defending champion John Higgins at the World Championship.
Steve Davis says shock win over John Higgins possibly his greatest moment at the Crucible

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/10 at 8:37 am

Steve Davis says shock win over John Higgins possibly his greatest moment at the Crucible
Beaten champion John Higgins hails veteran conqueror Steve Davis as 'the greatest'

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/10 at 10:23 am

WORLD SNOOKER:

Ronnie O'Sullivan leads Mark Williams 3-1 at mid-session interval at Crucible

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 04/30/10 at 6:36 pm

Golf:

Tiger Woods misses the cut at Quail Hollow today.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 05/06/10 at 5:15 pm

Baseball: Robin Roberts, the tireless Hall of Fame pitcher who led the Philadelphia Phillies to the 1950 National League pennant as part of the famed “Whiz Kids,” died Thursday. He was 83.

He won 286 games and put together six consecutive 20-win seasons. Roberts had 45 career shutouts, 2,357 strikeouts and a lifetime ERA of 3.41. He pitched 305 complete games.

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Written By: Frank on 05/06/10 at 5:20 pm

NFL:

Pro Football Hall of Famer Lawrence Taylor apparently raped a 16-year-old runaway in a hotel room encounter arranged by a man who beat her up before driving her to Taylor’s suburban hotel, police said Thursday.

The former New York Giants linebacker was arrested early Thursday at a Holiday Inn in Suffern, said Christopher St. Lawrence, supervisor of the town of Ramapo.

Ramapo Chief of Police Peter Brower said Taylor was cooperative when police woke him up around 4 a.m. Taylor was arraigned Thursday on charges of third-degree rape and patronizing a prostitute. Bail was set at $75,000.

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Written By: Frank on 05/17/10 at 5:05 pm

Soccer: Germany's Michael Ballack will miss the World cup with an ankle injury. Ouch.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 05/24/10 at 10:16 pm

Major League Baseball:

Jose Lima, who pitched for 13 seasons in the MLB (1994 through 2006), with teams including the Detroit Tigers (1994-96 and 2001-02), Houston Astros (1997-2001), Kansas City Royals (2003 and 2005), Los Angeles Dodgers (2004), and New York Mets (2006), died of a heart attack yesterday. He was only 37.

Some of his greatest achievements include:

1999 NL All-Star Selection
Winning 21 games in 1999 (while losing only 10)
Picking up a victory in game 3 of the 2004 NLDS for the Dodgers against the St. Louis Cardinals, L.A.'s first win in a postseason game in almost 16 years

Anytime he would go out to pitch, it was known as "Lima Time".

RIP Jose, you will be greatly missed. :\'(

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 05/25/10 at 12:36 am

Major League Baseball:

Jose Lima, who pitched for 13 seasons in the MLB (1994 through 2006), with teams including the Detroit Tigers (1994-96 and 2001-02), Houston Astros (1997-2001), Kansas City Royals (2003 and 2005), Los Angeles Dodgers (2004), and New York Mets (2006), died of a heart attack yesterday. He was only 37.

Some of his greatest achievements include:

1999 NL All-Star Selection
Winning 21 games in 1999 (while losing only 10)
Picking up a victory in game 3 of the 2004 NLDS for the Dodgers against the St. Louis Cardinals, L.A.'s first win in a postseason game in almost 16 years

Anytime he would go out to pitch, it was known as "Lima Time".

RIP Jose, you will be greatly missed. :\'(

37 is too young to die.
Lima time...remember that.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 05/27/10 at 10:35 pm

37 is too young to die.
Lima time...remember that.

I don't think I'll ever forget it. He loved all his teammates (whatever team he played for). I read in the LA Times this morning that his funeral was scheduled for this Saturday in the Dominican Republic.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/30/10 at 7:47 am

F1

Red Bull's Mark Webber starts on pole for the Turkish Grand Prix, with McLaren's Lewis Hamilton second on the grid.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 06/02/10 at 10:55 am

Serena Williams loses in QF at the French Open.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/10 at 4:08 pm

FRENCH OPEN:

Rafael Nadal beats Jurgen Melzer and will play Robin Soderling in Sunday's final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/10 at 4:09 pm

ATHLETICS:

Jamaican Asafa Powell runs a wind-assisted 9.72s to win 100m at Diamond League in Oslo

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/10 at 4:10 pm

GOLF:

Marcel Siem's second-round 67 sees him share the lead at the Celtic manor Wales Open with Australian Andrew Dodt.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 06/05/10 at 12:45 pm

Canadian Daniel Nestor and Serbian Nenad Zimonjic were straight-set winners Saturday in the men's doubles final at the French open.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 06/05/10 at 1:01 pm

Tennis:

Schiavone became the first Italian woman to win a Grand Slam title by beating Samantha Stosur 6-4, 7-6 (2) in the final Saturday at the French Open.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 06/05/10 at 11:50 pm

Tennis:

Schiavone became the first Italian woman to win a Grand Slam title by beating Samantha Stosur 6-4, 7-6 (2) in the final Saturday at the French Open.

Good for her. O0 I guess this would be Francesca Schiavone, who is a little bit older than me.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/07/10 at 3:02 pm

Rafael Nadal said that winning a fifth French Open title had finally banished his own doubts about whether he would be able to return to his very best after a succession of injury problems.

The 24-year-old Spaniard beat Robin Soderling 6-4 6-2 6-4 to win the title at Roland Garros for the fifth time in six years, having lost to the Swede in last year's fourth round.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/10 at 1:50 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray opens up the defence of his Aegon Championship title with a hard-fought 7-6 (10-8) 6-3 second-round win over Ivan Navarro at Queen's Club.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 06/08/10 at 4:00 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray opens up the defence of his Aegon Championship title with a hard-fought 7-6 (10-8) 6-3 second-round win over Ivan Navarro at Queen's Club.

Queen's club alerady? That means Wimbledon is coming soon.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 06/08/10 at 11:19 pm

Queen's club alerady? That means Wimbledon is coming soon.

My, how time sure does fly. I haven't been following tennis all that much, but it is interesting to watch now and then.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/10 at 1:16 am

Queen's club alerady? That means Wimbledon is coming soon.
= more rain!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 06/09/10 at 11:47 am

= more rain!

With the World cup occurring at the same time as Wimbledon, sports fans will be busy this summer.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/10 at 1:36 pm

GOLF:

England's Simon Khan earns a place in this month's US Open at Pebble Beach

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/10 at 1:37 pm

TENNIS:

Top seeds Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic both through in straight sets at Queen's Club

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/10 at 1:37 pm

CYCLING:

David Millar is second in Dauphine time trial behind Janez Brajkovic to move second overall

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/10 at 2:24 pm

FORMULA 1:

Mark Webber says he bears no ill feeling towards Red Bull team after Turkish GP controversy

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/10 at 2:25 pm

TENNIS :

Top seed Rafael Nadal beats Denis Istomin 7-6 4-6 6-4 to reach quarter-finals at Queen's

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/10 at 2:25 pm

TENNIS:

Britain's Anne Keothavong loses 6-2 6-4 to top seed Li Na at Aegon Classic in Birmingham

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: AL-B Mk. III on 06/11/10 at 4:44 pm

The Big 12 conference is getting destroyed. :D

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/10 at 12:14 am

FORMULA 1:

Sebastian Vettel sets the pace in second practice at the Canadian Grand Prix

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/10 at 12:14 am

GOLF:

Lee Westwood paired with Tiger Woods for first round of the US Open at Pebble Beach

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/10 at 12:15 am

HONOURS LIST:

Champion jockey Tony McCoy receives OBE; Olympic gold medallist Amy Williams made MBE

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 06/12/10 at 12:52 am

GOLF:

Lee Westwood paired with Tiger Woods for first round of the US Open at Pebble Beach

At least there's not quite so much hype about Tiger and his "incident" now... ::)

Hopefully Tiger can live his life normally and concentrate on the golf.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 06/12/10 at 1:14 am

At least there's not quite so much hype about Tiger and his "incident" now... ::)

Hopefully Tiger can live his life normally and concentrate on the golf.

Maybe Lee can get a few phone numbers off of him ;)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/10 at 7:27 am

GOLF:

Lee Westwood paired with Tiger Woods for first round of the US Open at Pebble Beach

At least there's not quite so much hype about Tiger and his "incident" now... ::)

Hopefully Tiger can live his life normally and concentrate on the golf.
...and to be played at one of the best golf courses in the USA.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/10 at 7:27 am

RUGBY UNION:

Australia beat England 27-17 in Perth in the first match of a two-Test series

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/10 at 7:27 am

RUGBY UNION:

New Zealand beat Ireland 66-28 in New Plymouth after visitors have Jamie Heaslip sent off

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/10 at 7:27 am

BOXING:

Belfast boxer Paddy Barnes win European Championships gold for Ireland

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 06/12/10 at 2:20 pm

...and to be played at one of the best golf courses in the USA.

Yes, Pebble Beach. I know that it's in California, along the central coast. I've been near there.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/10 at 5:26 am

Yes, Pebble Beach. I know that it's in California, along the central coast. I've been near there.
Any chance of tickets to go to it?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 06/13/10 at 12:26 pm

Any chance of tickets to go to it?

No. Whenever we went up there, it was usually to nearby Monterey or Carmel.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/10 at 12:42 pm

No. Whenever we went up there, it was usually to nearby Monterey or Carmel.
The Open (British) is at St Andrews this year, and Scotland is many miles up north.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 06/13/10 at 6:02 pm

The Open (British) is at St Andrews this year, and Scotland is many miles up north.

So, a long distance for you then, I assume?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/14/10 at 2:41 pm

So, a long distance for you then, I assume?
About 450 miles. I have been to St Andrews before in the mid 70's.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 06/14/10 at 11:05 pm

About 450 miles. I have been to St Andrews before in the mid 70's.

Ah, that must've been nice. Did you get to see a golf tournament there?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/15/10 at 1:43 am

Ah, that must've been nice. Did you get to see a golf tournament there?
There was no tournament on then, but we did get to view the famous holes of the Old Course.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 06/17/10 at 4:48 pm

NHL: Montreal Canadiens trade their best player, Goalkeeper Halak, to ST Louis for almost nothing.
Are they insane?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 06/17/10 at 10:35 pm

There was no tournament on then, but we did get to view the famous holes of the Old Course.

Well that was nice that you got to see the Old Course. :)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/10 at 1:15 am

GOLF:

England's Paul Casey will take a share of a one-shot lead into the second round of the US Open at Pebble Beach.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: ninny on 06/20/10 at 8:18 pm

Congratulations to Graeme McDowell for winning the US Open.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 06/20/10 at 11:18 pm

Congratulations to Graeme McDowell for winning the US Open.

I second that. O0 All of them played a great game, which I saw parts of on TV today.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/21/10 at 12:46 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Andy Murray second on Court One against Jan Hajek on Tuesday

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/21/10 at 12:47 pm

Congratulations to Graeme McDowell for winning the US Open.
The first European to win the US Open in 40 years at Pebble Beach.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/10 at 12:25 pm

WIMBLEDON:

British number one Andy Murray gets his Wimbledon campaign off to a solid start with a straight-sets win over Jan Hajek of the Czech Republic in round one.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/10 at 1:31 pm

WIMBLEDON:

John Isner and Nicolas Mahut play in the longest match in Grand Slam history at Wimbledon.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/10 at 3:10 pm

WIMBLEDON:

John Isner and Nicolas Mahut play in the longest match in Grand Slam history at Wimbledon.
Isner smiles and applauds his opponent after Mahut dives headlong for a ball he was never going to get at 0-15. The American hits his 98th ace to make it 59-58

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/10 at 3:12 pm

WIMBLEDON:

John Isner and Nicolas Mahut play in the longest match in Grand Slam history at Wimbledon.
Mahut looks in charge again at 40-15 but he's pegged back to deuce and then double-faults!! Match point Isner..... Ace number 95! Mahut holds for 59-59

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/10 at 3:12 pm

WIMBLEDON:

John Isner and Nicolas Mahut play in the longest match in Grand Slam history at Wimbledon.
PLAY IS SUSPENDED! (Bad light)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/10 at 3:18 pm

WIMBLEDON:

John Isner and Nicolas Mahut play in the longest match in Grand Slam history at Wimbledon.
"I want to play but...."was all I could hear from Mahut as he approached the net with the score at 59-59 in the final set. Despite the crowd chanting, "We want more, we want more!" the referee says enough is enough. An incredible, incredible event with the match suspended after 10 hours and they deserve to come back on Thursday to try and win it with relatively fresh legs.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/10 at 3:19 pm

"I want to play but...."was all I could hear from Mahut as he approached the net with the score at 59-59 in the final set. Despite the crowd chanting, "We want more, we want more!" the referee says enough is enough. An incredible, incredible event with the match suspended after 10 hours and they deserve to come back on Thursday to try and win it with relatively fresh legs.
John McEnroe thinks there should be a limit to matches in tennis.

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Written By: nally on 06/23/10 at 10:00 pm

The first European to win the US Open in 40 years at Pebble Beach.

I did not realize that interesting fact. You learn something new every day!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 06/24/10 at 1:35 am

John McEnroe thinks there should be a limit to matches in tennis.

They can do like in soccer and have penalty kicks, but instead of kicks, each player takes a turn to serve the ball within the required lines. If it's not returned, they get a point.
Each player have 5 shots. :D

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/10 at 1:37 am

PLAY IS SUSPENDED! (Bad light)
...to be continued.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/10 at 1:44 am

WIMBLEDON:

Andy Murray will open play on Centre Court against Jarkko Nieminen on Thursday as the Queen returns to Wimbledon for the first time since 1977.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/10 at 2:06 pm

...to be continued.
The tennis match finsihed with American John Isner beating Nicolas Mahut of France 70-68 in the final set, in the longest tennis match in history at Wimbledon, after 11 hours and five minutes.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/10 at 3:08 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Roddick beats Philipp Kohlschreiber in four sets to reach round four of Wimbledon

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/10 at 3:45 pm

GOLF:

Bradley Dredge leads the BMW International in Munich by one shot at the halfway stage but Ernie Els and Sergio Garcia both miss the cut.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/26/10 at 4:50 am

WIMBLEDON:

Four spectators have been arrested at Wimbledon after an incident involving Romanian player Victor Hanescu.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/26/10 at 4:04 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Andy Murray beats Gilles Simon 6-1 6-4 6-4 to reach Monday's fourth round

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/26/10 at 4:05 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Sam Querrey beats Xavier Malisse 9-7 to earn a fourth round tie with Andy Murray

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/26/10 at 4:20 pm

ATHLETICS:

Dwain Chambers wins the 100m at the European Trials in 10.14 seconds

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 06/26/10 at 11:35 pm

The tennis match finsihed with American John Isner beating Nicolas Mahut of France 70-68 in the final set, in the longest tennis match in history at Wimbledon, after 11 hours and five minutes.

I read about that in the newspaper this morning. I often wonder how and why tennis matches can go that long.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/10 at 12:03 am

I read about that in the newspaper this morning. I often wonder how and why tennis matches can go that long.
It must be a flaw in the Rules of Tennis, which have not changed much since the 1890s, and must be brought up-to-date.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 06/27/10 at 12:57 am

It must be a flaw in the Rules of Tennis, which have not changed much since the 1890s, and must be brought up-to-date.

Do you think Wimbledon will change it's tradition?
Not likely.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/10 at 7:24 am

Do you think Wimbledon will change it's tradition?
Not likely.
Well not in the mean time.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/10 at 7:24 am

Do you think Wimbledon will change it's tradition?
Not likely.
Just of all those extra Strawberries and Cream that was sold then.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/10 at 3:57 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Andy Murray beats Jo-Wilfried Tsonga to set up a semi-final with Rafael Nadal

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/10 at 3:57 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Tomas Berdych beats defending champion Roger Federer in four sets to reach semi-finals

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 06/30/10 at 8:13 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Tomas Berdych beats defending champion Roger Federer in four sets to reach semi-finals

That's a shocker!
It opens it up for people like Nadal and Murray.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/10 at 2:39 pm

That's a shocker!
It opens it up for people like Nadal and Murray.
We are all looking forward to the Nadal and Murray encounter.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/10 at 2:39 pm

WIMBLEDON:

In a rare Wimbledon moment, a tennis ball pops mid-play during Vera Zvonareva's semi-final clash with Tsvetana Pironkova.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/10 at 2:40 pm

CRICKET:

The International Cricket Council has announced England will host the 2013 Champions Trophy.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 07/01/10 at 10:25 pm

WIMBLEDON:

In a rare Wimbledon moment, a tennis ball pops mid-play during Vera Zvonareva's semi-final clash with Tsvetana Pironkova.

Yikes. How did that happen? :o :o I'm guessing there might've been an air issue or something like that.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/10 at 12:32 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Rafael Nadal defeats Andy Murray 6-4 7-6 (8-6) 6-4 to reach the men's singles final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 07/03/10 at 11:03 am

Tennis:

Serena Williams wins the ladies championship at Wimbledon today.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Henk on 07/03/10 at 11:17 am

Tennis:

Serena Williams wins the ladies championship at Wimbledon today.

Why doesn't that surprise me? ::)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/10 at 12:05 pm

Tennis:

Serena Williams wins the ladies championship at Wimbledon today.
How many Wimbledon wins is that for her now?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 07/03/10 at 4:17 pm

How many Wimbledon wins is that for her now?

Her 4th in Singles

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/10 at 4:59 pm

Her 4th in Singles
A long way yet to reach Billie Jean King?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 07/03/10 at 5:30 pm

A long way yet to reach Billie Jean King?

How many has she won at Wimbledon ( Singles titles). ?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/10 at 8:03 am

WIMBLEDON:

Starting soon: Mens Singles Final

Rafael Nadal v Tomas Berdych

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/10 at 8:04 am

WIMBLEDON:

Patrick McEnroe on Twitter: "A windy morning in SW19. I called Berdych over Fed and Djoker but not today-Rafa too strong mentally and occasion gets to Tomas. Rafa in 3."

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/10 at 8:04 am

WIMBLEDON:

Greg Rusedski on Twitter: "First set is big for berydch today, i believe nadal will win in 4 tight sets. berydch has the fire power, but nadal always raises his game."

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/10 at 8:05 am

WIMBLEDON:

Berdych won the toss and will serve first.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/10 at 8:05 am

WIMBLEDON:

Starting soon: Mens Singles Final

Rafael Nadal v Tomas Berdych
Knocking up now.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/10 at 10:53 am

Rafael Nadal blows away 12th seed Tomas Berdych in straight sets to regain the Wimbledon crown and claim his eighth Grand Slam title.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/10 at 11:06 am

TOUR DE FRANCE:

Italian Alessandro Petacchi prevails in a sprint finish to win the first stage of the Tour de France after a dramatic finale marred by three crashes.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Henk on 07/04/10 at 11:20 am

TOUR DE FRANCE:

Italian Alessandro Petacchi prevails in a sprint finish to win the first stage of the Tour de France after a dramatic finale marred by three crashes.

I don't think anyone got seriously injured in either crash, so that's the good news.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/10 at 11:25 am

I don't think anyone got seriously injured in either crash, so that's the good news.
Just cuts and grazes, nothing serious, but still looked nasty.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/10 at 11:26 am

I don't think anyone got seriously injured in either crash, so that's the good news.
You did notice that this year's Tour De France started in Rotterdam?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/10 at 1:47 pm

Sri Lanka spinner Muttiah Muralitharan will retire from Test cricket after the first Test against India in Galle starting on 18 July.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/10 at 1:48 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE:

Thor Hushovd outsprints Britain's Geraint Thomas to clinch the 213km-long stage three of the Tour de France between Wanze and Arenberg.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/10 at 1:48 pm

ATHLETICS:

South African athlete Caster Semenya is given the all-clear to return to competition by the International Association of Athletics Federations.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 07/07/10 at 10:03 am

Tennis: Roger Federer now ranked #3 in the world in men's tennis, he hasn't been that low for over 7 years.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/10 at 12:55 pm

Tennis: Roger Federer now ranked #3 in the world in men's tennis, he hasn't been that low for over 7 years.
Where is Andy Murray now rank in the world?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/10 at 12:56 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE:

Alessandro Petacchi wins a thrilling sprint finish to take the fourth stage of the Tour de France but Mark Cavendish's challenge fades away.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 07/07/10 at 11:31 pm

Where is Andy Murray now rank in the world?

#4

1 Nadal, Rafael (ESP)
2 Djokovic, Novak (SRB)
3 Federer, Roger (SUI)
4 Murray, Andy (GBR)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/10 at 1:17 am

#4

1 Nadal, Rafael (ESP)
2 Djokovic, Novak (SRB)
3 Federer, Roger (SUI)
4 Murray, Andy (GBR)

Still 4th, that is good.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 07/08/10 at 11:01 am

Still 4th, that is good.

That's very good.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/10 at 2:17 pm

An emotional Mark Cavendish bounces back from recent setbacks to take the 11th Tour de France stage win of his career.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/10 at 1:37 am

Mark Cavendish wins stage six of the Tour de France, sprinting to the line for his second stage victory in a row.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/10 at 1:37 am

An emotional Mark Cavendish bounces back from recent setbacks to take the 11th Tour de France stage win of his career.

Mark Cavendish wins stage six of the Tour de France, sprinting to the line for his second stage victory in a row.
That is two stages on the trot!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/10 at 6:50 am

F1:

Qualifying starts at 1300 BST after Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel sets the fastest time in final practice at Silverstone.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/10 at 6:51 am

RUGBY UNION:

New Zealand beat South Africa 32-12 in first Tri-Nations match at Eden Park

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/10 at 9:45 am

F1:

Red Bull seal a one-two on the grid for the British Grand Prix as Sebastian Vettel beats Mark Webber to pole, while McLaren's Jenson Button will start from 14th.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 07/10/10 at 11:57 am

#4

1 Nadal, Rafael (ESP)
2 Djokovic, Novak (SRB)
3 Federer, Roger (SUI)
4 Murray, Andy (GBR)

Not bad at all O0

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/10 at 12:54 pm

Sylvain Chavanel reclaims the Tour de France yellow jersey after winning a hilly seventh stage.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/11/10 at 7:51 am

F1:

Lap 26: Webber is 5.8 seconds clear of Hamilton. Alonso is given a drive-through penalty for the Kubica incident.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: ninny on 07/11/10 at 6:29 pm

R.I.P to Bob Sheppard the long time P.A for the New York Yankees (1951-2007) & the New York Giants ( 1956-2006) Mr.Sheppard was 99. :\'(

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 07/12/10 at 12:05 am

R.I.P to Bob Sheppard the long time P.A for the New York Yankees (1951-2007) & the New York Giants (1956-2006) Mr.Sheppard was 99. :\'(

I heard about that on ESPN earlier today. He certainly was a legend.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/12/10 at 1:54 am

Lance Armstrong says his hopes of winning a record eighth Tour de France are "finished" after losing more than 11 minutes on the eighth stage.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/12/10 at 1:54 am

Lance Armstrong says his hopes of winning a record eighth Tour de France are "finished" after losing more than 11 minutes on the eighth stage.
He was involved in three different crashes in yesterday's stage.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/12/10 at 12:29 pm

Bradley Wiggins' hopes of winning the Tour de France suffer another setback as fellow Team Sky rider Simon Gerrans pulls out with a broken arm.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/12/10 at 1:12 pm

ATHLETICS:

Usain Bolt says he will not run in London's Diamond League meeting in August

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/12/10 at 1:13 pm

GOLF (The Open):

In-form Englishman Justin Rose to partner Tiger Woods in first two rounds of Open at St Andrews

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 07/12/10 at 11:48 pm

Lance Armstrong says his hopes of winning a record eighth Tour de France are "finished" after losing more than 11 minutes on the eighth stage.

He was involved in three different crashes in yesterday's stage.

Hmmh, no wonder he decided to bow out.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: ninny on 07/13/10 at 9:03 am

Yankees owner George Steinbrenner died at 80 of a massive heart attack.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Bobo on 07/13/10 at 10:29 am

Yankees owner George Steinbrenner died at 80 of a massive heart attack.

Just read this. And just two days after the death of Bob Sheppard..

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/13/10 at 2:19 pm

Andy Schleck takes over the yellow jersey after a punishing stage nine of the Tour de France, which leaves Cadel Evans' victory hopes in tatters.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/13/10 at 2:19 pm

HOCKEY:

England's women beat Germany 2-1 at the Champions Trophy in Nottingham

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/13/10 at 2:20 pm

OLYMPICS:

South Africa will bid to host Africa's first Olympic Games in 2020

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/14/10 at 1:37 am

FOOTBALL:

Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola to sign contract extension with La Liga champions on Wednesday

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/10 at 6:37 am

THE OPEN:

Rory McIlroy leads by two shots at the 150th anniversary Open at St Andrews, with Tiger Woods well poised in the pack.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/10 at 6:37 am

HORSE RACING:

Gold Cup-winning owner Harry Findlay has six-month ban overturned by disciplinary panel

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/10 at 6:38 am

THE OPEN:

John Daly fires a six-under 66 to share the clubhouse lead with Andrew Coltart

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/10 at 6:38 am

FOOTBALL:

Fiorentina sign goalkeeper Artur Boruc from Celtic on a two-year contract

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/10 at 6:54 am

FORMULA 1:

Mark Webber insists he and Red Bull team-mate Sebastian Vettel are 'not enemies'

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 07/15/10 at 9:34 am

Soccer: Thierry Henri (France) signs with New York Red Bulls of the Major soccer league in north America.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/10 at 4:15 am

THE OPEN:

South African Louis Oosthuizen takes over the lead from Rory McIlroy on day two of the Open, with England's Lee Westwood among the early starters and Tiger Woods also in action later on.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/10 at 4:15 am

CYCLING:

Sir Chris Hoy says he will not compete at Commonwealth Games in Delhi

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/10 at 4:16 am

FOOTBALL:

Sunderland goalkeeper Craig Gordon fractures arm in training

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/10 at 4:17 am

TOUR DE FRANCE

Mark Renshaw has been expelled from the Tour de France after helping his HTC-Columbia team-mate Mark Cavendish to victory on stage 11 by using his head.

The Australian was seen to headbutt rival leadout man Julian Dean of Team Garmin-Transitions three times in a sprint finish in Bourg-les-Valence.

Renshaw claimed he was trying to hold his line and "stay upright".

Regarded as as the world's best leadout man, his loss is a huge blow to Cavendish's hopes of more stage wins.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/10 at 4:49 am

THE OPEN:

Current Leaderboard

-11 Oosthuizen
-9 Barnes, McIlroy
-8 Casey
-7 Calcavecchia, Hanson
-6 Dredge, Karlsson, Westwood + three others

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/10 at 6:04 am

THE OPEN:

Current Leaderboard

-12 Oosthuizen
-9 McIlroy
-8 Casey
-7 Calcavecchia, Hanson
-6 Barnes, Westwood, Goosen + three others

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/10 at 6:36 am

THE OPEN:

Wardrobe alert: John Daly has gone out in... brilliantly gaudy pink trousers.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/10 at 10:56 am

THE OPEN:

Play at the 150th anniversary Open resumes after heavy winds, with Rory McIlroy bidding to regain the Open lead from clubhouse leader Louis Oosthuizen.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/10 at 11:19 am

TOUR DE FRANCE

Joaquin Rodriguez sprinted to victory on stage 12 of the Tour de France ahead of Alberto Contador, who cut Andy Schleck's overall lead to 31 seconds.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/10 at 11:20 am

ATHLETICS:

Usain Bolt will take on Asafa Powell for the first time this year over 100m in Friday's Diamond League meeting in Paris.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/10 at 11:34 am

THE OPEN:

Current Leaderboard

-12 Oosthuizen
-7 Calcavecchia
-6 Casey, Westwood, Siem, McIlroy, Tiley

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/10 at 11:59 am

MOTOGP:

Valentino Rossi seventh fastest in practice in Germany on return after breaking his leg

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/10 at 12:39 pm

THE OPEN:

The last wind delay at the Open came in 2nd round at Royal Birkdale in '98. Winds reached 40mph, forced a 38-min delay.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/10 at 1:15 pm

THE OPEN:

Wardrobe alert: John Daly has gone out in... brilliantly gaudy pink trousers.
Mrs Daly is wearing the same design trousers too!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 07/17/10 at 12:04 am

THE OPEN:

Current Leaderboard

-12 Oosthuizen
-7 Calcavecchia
-6 Casey, Westwood, Siem, McIlroy, Tiley

A few of these people I have not heard of...but I think I remember Calcavecchia from years ago.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/10 at 12:19 am

A few of these people I have not heard of...but I think I remember Calcavecchia from years ago.
Like Tom Watson last year, the old boys take over the game.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/10 at 12:20 am

THE OPEN:

Louis Oosthuizen holds a five-shot lead at the Open as first-round leader Rory McIlroy's challenge is badly blown off course by strong winds at St Andrews.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/10 at 3:08 am

THE OPEN:

England's Steven Tiley drops seven shots in eight holes to finish round two on one over par

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/10 at 3:16 am

THE OPEN:

The cut is at two over and 77 players live to fight it out for the final rounds. England's Robert Rocks survives despite his second-round 78. Also making it by one streaky shot are: Ross Fisher, Colin Montgomerie, Steve Stricker and Luke Donald.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/10 at 3:39 am

THE OPEN:

It's official. The third round will begin at 1000 and poor old American Tom Pernice Jnr will be playing on his own. Final pairing of Louis Oosthuizen and Mark Calcavecchia head off at 1640 BST. We're in for another long day. Lee Westwood and Paul Casey start at 1630. Tiger Woods will be joined by Darren Clarke and kick off at 1505.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/10 at 5:44 am

THE OPEN:

News of Tom Pernice, who actually opted to play alone today (often a local pro or some lucky chap gets a chance to play with him) - the Kansas native, a two-time winner on the PGA Tour, went out in 35, one birdie and no dropped shots on his card. Ken Brown reckons he's never seen easier pin placements on day three of an Open, someone could go low today.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/10 at 8:13 am

RUGBY UNION:

Tri-Nations result - New Zealand 31-17 South Africa

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/10 at 8:15 am

THE OPEN:

John Daly today is wearing trousers with a tiger pattern on them.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/10 at 8:20 am

THE OPEN:

US Open champion Graeme McDowell (-5): "I got home yesterday and sat back and watched the coverage and found it entertaining for an hour and then started feeling sorry for the boys, it was brutal. Louis Oosthuizen will have to make mistakes for me to be able to catch him but there's a stiff breeze and mistakes to be made. The pins look more accessible though and the course is a little bit more benign. Growing up on links courses it's in my blood and it comes back pretty quickly - it's all about ball shaping, controlling the flight, especially into the wind. The rest is about the short game, there's so much imagination required, with long distance putting and chipping with everything from wedges to five irons. I'm just happy to be in with an opportunity after a scrappy start - I really dug in deep and managed to post a number yesterday and watched the field come back to me. Just to give myself a chance on Sunday, that's all I'm looking for."

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/10 at 8:27 am

THE OPEN:

Wardrobe alert: John Daly has gone out in... brilliantly gaudy pink trousers.
http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2010/07/15/article-0-0A739845000005DC-846_306x423.jpg

John Daly on the first day of The Open golf tournament

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/10 at 8:29 am

THE OPEN:

Rory McIlroy birdies the par-five fifth, his first for the day.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/10 at 8:34 am

THE OPEN:

1 Oosthuizen RSA -12
2 Calcavecchia USA -7
3 Canizares ESP -6
3 Casey ENG -6
3 Jeong KOR -6
3 Westwood ENG -6
7 Barnes USA -5
7 Goosen RSA -5
7 Hanson SWE -5
7 Jimenez ESP -5
7 Lehman USA -5
7 McDowell NIR -5
7 O'Hair USA -5

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/10 at 8:43 am

THE OPEN:

Ross Fisher is cashing in on the back nine with an absolute ripper on the 15th, floating the perfect approach shot about five yards short of the pin for an excellent birdie chance. The Englishman, currently three under, has three birdies in five since the ninth and has the perfect opportunity to join the four under group.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/10 at 9:19 am

THE OPEN:

"We've seen Daly hit more lips than Mohammad Ali this week," says BBC commentator Mark James as the "Wild Thing" attempts a birdie on the fifth, but is well wide.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/10 at 9:57 am

THE OPEN:

News of Rory - 63 on Thursday, 80 on Friday - he's birdied 12 and is back to four under.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/10 at 10:10 am

THE OPEN:

-12 Oosthuizen
-7 Calcavecchia
-6 Stenson, Canizares, Jeong, Westwood, Casey

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/10 at 10:23 am

THE OPEN:

Woods hits trouble at five, a hole where you'd expect to make birdie. Well, I wouldn't, but these boys would. Snakey one downhill and it never gets its groove on, the world number one dropping back to -3.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 07/17/10 at 11:06 am

Sadly, Tom Watson is not in contention this weekend.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/10 at 12:38 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE:

Alexandre Vinokourov wins stage 13 of the Tour de France after a late breakaway on the approach to Revel.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/10 at 12:42 pm

Sadly, Tom Watson is not in contention this weekend.
With two rounds of 73 and 75, finishing at +4, he missed the cut.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: karen on 07/17/10 at 2:13 pm

What is the purpose of the (baseball) Home Run Derby?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 07/17/10 at 3:00 pm

What is the purpose of the (baseball) Home Run Derby?

I've always wondered about that too! According to Wikopedia, it is a contest among the top home run hitters in Major League Baseball to determine who can hit the most home runs, or balls out of the park. Eight players (four from the NL, four from the AL) usually take part in the event, and those who hit the most HR's advance to the next round...until there is a winner. If a player fails to hit one out (ie, if it lands on the field or is caught by any of the people on the field), then it is called an "Out", and a player is limited to 10 of these.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/10 at 3:19 pm

I've always wondered about that too! According to Wikopedia, it is a contest among the top home run hitters in Major League Baseball to determine who can hit the most home runs, or balls out of the park. Eight players (four from the NL, four from the AL) usually take part in the event, and those who hit the most HR's advance to the next round...until there is a winner. If a player fails to hit one out (ie, if it lands on the field or is caught by any of the people on the field), then it is called an "Out", and a player is limited to 10 of these.
Now here is my chance to learn something more about baseball.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 07/17/10 at 3:25 pm

Now here is my chance to learn something more about baseball.

I often thought that it was done for the enjoyment/entertainment of the fans. Maybe not necessarily. I looked it up on Wiki to find out the info. It is played on the day before the MLB All-Star Game, in the ballpark which hosts the game. This year, it was Angel Stadium in Anaheim, which is near Los Angeles.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/10 at 3:25 pm

I often thought that it was done for the enjoyment/entertainment of the fans. Maybe not necessarily. I looked it up on Wiki to find out the info. It is played on the day before the MLB All-Star Game, in the ballpark which hosts the game. This year, it was Angel Stadium in Anaheim, which is near Los Angeles.
Could you had gone to it?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 07/17/10 at 3:28 pm

Could you had gone to it?

No; the tickets for the games are usually pretty expensive. Also, I was working during the week. And I commute on the train.

Plus, the stadium is about 80 or 90 miles from my house. And if I were to go, I would have to battle weekday afternoon traffic.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/10 at 3:30 pm

No; the tickets for the games are usually pretty expensive. Also, I was working during the week. And I commute on the train.

Plus, the stadium is about 80 or 90 miles from my house. And if I were to go, I would have to battle weekday afternoon traffic.
A feeling I know to well when going to watch cricket, though the grounds I go to are slightly nearer.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 07/17/10 at 3:32 pm

A feeling I know to well when going to watch cricket, though the grounds I go to are slightly nearer.

In addition, Dodger Stadium is closer, since it is in Los Angeles (just north of downtown), and I was last there 5 years ago to see a game between the L.A. Dodgers and the Cincinnati Reds.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/10 at 3:39 pm

THE OPEN:

Leaderboard after the 3rd round

-15 Oosthuizen
-11 Casey
-8 Kaymer
-7 Stenson, Canizares, Westwood
-6 D Johnson
-5 Barnes, Goosen, O'Hair, Watney
-4 Garcia, Holmes, Jeong, Karlsson, Lowry, McIlroy
-3 Fisher, Garrido, Glover, Hanson, Jimenez, Rock, Villegas, Woods

There are more, but these are the top players.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 07/17/10 at 11:41 pm

THE OPEN:

Leaderboard after the 3rd round

-15 Oosthuizen
-11 Casey
-8 Kaymer
-7 Stenson, Canizares, Westwood
-6 D Johnson
-5 Barnes, Goosen, O'Hair, Watney
-4 Garcia, Holmes, Jeong, Karlsson, Lowry, McIlroy
-3 Fisher, Garrido, Glover, Hanson, Jimenez, Rock, Villegas, Woods

There are more, but these are the top players.

Trap inside the quote box again?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 07/18/10 at 12:37 am

Trap inside the quote box again?

Looks like either Oosthuizen or Casey will win the open.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 07/18/10 at 12:39 am

Looks like either Oosthuizen or Casey will win the open.

I was watching part of it on the Golf Channel earlier, but only for about a minute or so... since I flipped over there during the commercial break of the Dodgers-Cardinals game. I often do that when I'm watching something on one channel, but they go to commercial breaks.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/10 at 1:22 am

The OPEN:

South Africa's Louis Oosthuizen leads England's Paul Casey by four shots going into the final round at St Andrews.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/10 at 2:52 am

http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2010/07/15/article-0-0A739845000005DC-846_306x423.jpg

John Daly on the first day of The Open golf tournament
http://0.tqn.com/d/golf/1/0/M/7/1/daly_pants_wyndham_3rd.jpg

The trousers John Daly was wearing yesterday.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/10 at 4:01 am

The OPEN:

Richard Johnson has finished. Haven't got official timings, but that must have been no more than a 2hr 25 minute round. He bogeyed 17 and parred 18th to finish to set the clubhouse lead on +7.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/10 at 4:40 am

http://0.tqn.com/d/golf/1/0/M/7/1/daly_pants_wyndham_3rd.jpg

The trousers John Daly was wearing yesterday.
THE OPEN:

"Daly has one leg covered in stars, the other is red and white stripes. American flag. Not seen his lovely wife but I'm guessing the same in short skirt."

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/10 at 9:26 am

http://0.tqn.com/d/golf/1/0/M/7/1/daly_pants_wyndham_3rd.jpg

The trousers John Daly was wearing yesterday.
http://cdn.bleacherreport.net/images_root/slides/photos/000/303/244/102937610_display_image.jpg?1279373157

John Daly's trousers on the second day.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/10 at 10:29 am

THE OPEN:

Oosthuizen for eagle at nine from 35 feet... HOLED IT! What a shot, and that could be where the Open was won. Casey was miles shy with his eagle effort but he bangs in the birdie to stay on the scent - but it just got fainter.

-16 Oosthuizen
-12 Casey
-9 Kaymer
-8 Stenson, Westwood
-7 O'Hair -6 Goosen, D Johnson, Holmes, McIlroy, Karlsson

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 07/18/10 at 11:39 am

http://0.tqn.com/d/golf/1/0/M/7/1/daly_pants_wyndham_3rd.jpg

The trousers John Daly was wearing yesterday.

Did Halloween come early or something? ???

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/10 at 1:28 pm

Did Halloween come early or something? ???
Wait till you see what he was wearing today!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/10 at 1:28 pm

THE OPEN:

South Africa's Louis Oosthuizen turned the Open Championship into a procession as he romped to a seven-stroke victory over Lee Westwood at St Andrews.

The 27-year-old clinched his maiden major title with a composed display of front-running after taking the lead on Friday.

Oosthuizen began the final day four strokes clear of Paul Casey and carded a 71 to finish 16 under around the Old Course.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/10 at 1:29 pm

THE OPEN:

Lee Westwood picked up two shots in a round of 70 to edge into second on nine under, with Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy (68), Sweden's Henrik Stenson (71) and England's Casey (75) in a tie for third on eight under.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/10 at 1:29 pm

THE OPEN:

World number one Tiger Woods, who was aiming to win a third successive St Andrews Open, was unable to make up any ground and ended well adrift on three under after a level-par 72 that included double bogeys on the fourth and seventh.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/10 at 1:32 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE:

Frenchman Christophe Riblon wins stage 14 of the Tour de France, as contenders Denis Menchov and Samuel Sanchez gain on overall leader Andy Schleck.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/10 at 3:36 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

St Helens 32-18 Harlequins; Bradford 26-30 Salford; Castleford 40-16 Wakefield

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/10 at 3:37 pm

BASKETBALL:

GB women's coach Tom Maher believes his team have improved to the point where they can qualify for next year's EuroBasket finals.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/10 at 3:38 pm

DARTS:

Phil Taylor will go in search of an 11th World Matchplay title which begins in Blackpool this week.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/10 at 3:38 pm

Piggy French admits her selection for Great Britain's World Equestrian Games squad caught her by surprise.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/10 at 3:46 pm

Beijing Olympian Tom Daley heads a 40-strong British team for next month's inaugural Youth Olympic Games in Singapore.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 07/18/10 at 8:26 pm

Wait till you see what he was wearing today!

I didn't see... but maybe I might not want to?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/10 at 1:19 am

I didn't see... but maybe I might not want to?
Care to look now?

http://www.blogcdn.com/golf.fanhouse.com/media/2010/07/john-daly-200x200-ap.jpg

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 07/19/10 at 12:26 pm

Care to look now?

http://www.blogcdn.com/golf.fanhouse.com/media/2010/07/john-daly-200x200-ap.jpg

An American flag... I suppose that's better than the other outfits he wore. ;)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/10 at 1:41 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE:

Alberto Contador took advantage of Andy Schleck's misfortune on the 15th stage of the Tour de France to take the overall lead from his nearest rival.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/10 at 1:26 am

At The Open last weekend, there were competitors with the names of Holmes, Watson and Moriarty, I can see a connection here!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 07/21/10 at 9:43 am

At The Open last weekend, there were competitors with the names of Holmes, Watson and Moriarty, I can see a connection here!

Too bad someone named "Arthur" or "Conan" or "Doyle" didn't win.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/10 at 12:05 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE (Yesterday):

Seven-time winner Lance Armstrong is denied his first stage victory since 2005 by Pierrick Fedrigo in a thrilling sprint finish to the 16th stage of the Tour de France.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/10 at 3:15 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE (Today):

Andy Schleck believes his battle with Alberto Contador for the Tour de France title will be decided during Thursday's climb up Col du Tourmalet.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/10 at 3:18 pm

ATHLETICS:

British long jump record holder Greg Rutherford is ruled out of the European Championships because of a foot injury.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/10 at 1:47 am

FOOTBALL:

Linfield go out of Champions League second qualifying round with a 2-0 loss at Rosenborg

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/10 at 1:48 am

TENNIS:

James Ward's participation in the Atlanta Tennis Championships proves short-lived as the Briton is beaten 6-1 6-2 by American Mardy Fish in round one.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/10 at 1:49 am

TENNIS:

Spain's Nicolas Almagro upset home favourite and defending champion Robin Soderling in three sets to win the Swedish Open on clay in Bastad.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/10 at 1:49 am

TENNIS:

World number one Serena Williams will miss three WTA tournaments in the build-up to the US Open after cutting her foot in a restaurant last week.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/10 at 12:23 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE:

Alberto Contador stays with yellow jersey rival Andy Schleck, who wins the 17th stage, all the way up the Col du Tourmalet to remain on course to retain his Tour de France crown.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/10 at 1:46 pm

FOOTBALL:

The French Football Federation suspends all 23 members of France's World Cup squad for their next game.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/10 at 1:49 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE:

Mark Cavendish wins his fourth stage of this year's Tour de France, and 14th in all, from Salies-de-Bearn to Bordeaux.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/10 at 10:36 am

F1:

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel will start on pole at his home Grand Prix in Germany after edging out Ferrari's Fernando Alonso in qualifying.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/10 at 10:37 am

FOOTBALL:

Mano Menezes accepts offer to become new manager of Brazil national team

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/10 at 10:37 am

TRIATHLON:

Canadian Paula Findlay wins the women's Hyde Park Triathlon. GB's Helen Jenkins finishes 3rd

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/10 at 10:38 am

TOUR DE FRANCE:

Alberto Contador extends lead to 39 seconds on Andy Schleck to all but secure victory

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Bobo on 07/24/10 at 2:37 pm

SNOOKER:

Former World Champion Alex Higgins has succumbed to throat cancer.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/10 at 2:43 pm

SNOOKER:

Former World Champion Alex Higgins has succumbed to throat cancer.
Sadly, I have just read on BBC Sports.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/10 at 2:50 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE:

Alberto Contador extends lead to 39 seconds on Andy Schleck to all but secure victory
British cyclists Bradley Wiggins is at 24th place 39' 24" behind the leader and Mark Cavendish is at 154th place 3h 51' 23" behind the leader.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Bobo on 07/24/10 at 3:02 pm

Sussex are leading Division Two of the County Championship with a game in hand over Gloucestershire.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/10 at 3:04 pm

Sussex are leading Division Two of the County Championship with a game in hand over Gloucestershire.
After having drawn with Middlesex.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Bobo on 07/24/10 at 3:05 pm

After having drawn with Middlesex.

Hopefully we will bounce back into the top division.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/10 at 3:23 pm

Hopefully we will bounce back into the top division.
Middlesex has no chance.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/10 at 1:59 am

F1:

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel will start on pole at his home Grand Prix in Germany after edging out Ferrari's Fernando Alonso in qualifying.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/10 at 2:03 am

TENNIS:

Andy Murray will play in his first tournament since Wimbledon next week when he competes in the LA Tennis Open.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/10 at 6:47 am

BOXING:

Roberto Duran, Ken Buchanan, Miguel Cotto, Erik Morales and Vitali Klitschko are amongst the ex-champions ready to hit Cardiff next week.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/10 at 7:04 am

RUGBY UNION:

South Africa centre Jaque Fourie is been banned for four weeks for a dangerous tackle in Saturday's 30-13 defeat by Australia in Johannesburg.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/10 at 7:05 am

HORSE RACING:

Harbinger beats his younger rivals to win the King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes at Ascot under Olivier Peslier.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/10 at 7:49 am

TRIATHLON:

Britain's Helen Jenkins finishes third behind surprise winner Paula Findlay from Canada in a World Championship triathlon in London's Hyde Park.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/10 at 7:59 am

F1:

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel will start on pole at his home Grand Prix in Germany after edging out Ferrari's Fernando Alonso in qualifying.
Lap 39: This could be a storming finish. The gap between the two Ferraris is just 1.1 seconds now.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/10 at 9:26 am

F1:

Fernando Alonso lead a Ferrari one-two at the German Grand Prix at Hockenheim after Felipe Massa is given coded team orders to let his team-mate past.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/10 at 12:40 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE:

Alberto Contador seals his third Tour de France title in four years as Mark Cavendish sprints to victory on the final stage in Paris for the second successive year.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 07/25/10 at 2:14 pm

MLB: Andre Dawson (former player), Whitey Herzog (former manager), and Doug Harvey (former umpire) are being inducted into the Baseball Hall Of Fame today.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 07/25/10 at 8:06 pm

MLB: Andre Dawson (former player), Whitey Herzog (former manager), and Doug Harvey (former umpire) are being inducted into the Baseball Hall Of Fame today.

I remember all 3 very well.
Andre might be the last "Ex-Expos" player to get inducted. Vlad Guerrero has a chance. Randy Johnson will go in as well, but not due to his success with MTL. (Vlad has good numbers with MTL)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 07/25/10 at 10:47 pm

I remember all 3 very well.
Andre might be the last "Ex-Expos" player to get inducted. Vlad Guerrero has a chance. Randy Johnson will go in as well, but not due to his success with MTL. (Vlad has good numbers with MTL)

That's true, Randy only began his career with said team, but didn't do much; I think it was in Seattle where he really began to excel. And yes, Vladimir had great stats during his years with the Expos. Depending on when he retires, he might get the nod sometime in the 2020's.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/10 at 1:48 am

CRICKET:

Shane Warne says England have "their best chance in 20 years" of winning the Ashes in Australia, but is still backing the hosts to win

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/10 at 1:48 am

GOLF:

Sweden's Richard S Johnson wins the Scandinavian Masters by one shot as Open champion Louis Oosthuizen finishes joint fourth.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/10 at 1:49 am

GOLF:

Bernhard Langer shot a calm final round of 72 to clinch his first senior major with a one-shot win in the Senior Open.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/10 at 1:52 am

GOLF:

Sweden's Carl Pettersson shot six birdies in eight holes for a 14-under par total to take the Canadian Open by one shot from American Dean Wilson.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/10 at 1:54 am

TENNIS:

Teenager Heather Watson clinches the Aegon GB Pro-Series event in Wrexham with a straight-sets win over India's Sania Mirza, 6-2 6-4.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/10 at 1:54 am

TENNIS:

Mardy Fish shocked top seed Andy Roddick 7-6 (7-5) 6-3 to reach the final of the ATP Atlanta Championship.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/10 at 1:54 am

TENNIS:

Top seed Andy Roddick overcame the loss of the opening set to beat Belgian Xavier Malisse and reach the semi-finals of the Atlanta Championships.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/10 at 12:43 pm

TENNIS:

Roger Federer to work with departing LTA men's head coach Paul Annacone for a "test period"

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/10 at 12:43 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Scotland forward Johnnie Beattie out for six months with a shoulder injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/10 at 1:01 pm

ATHLETICS: European Championships day one

Britain's Mo Farah goes for gold in the 10,000m and Dwain Chambers runs in the 100m at the European Championships in Barcelona.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/10 at 3:30 pm

ATHLETICS: European Championships day one

Britain's Mo Farah goes for gold in the 10,000m and Dwain Chambers runs in the 100m at the European Championships in Barcelona.
Britain's Mo Farah wins 10,000m gold at the European Athletics Championships in Barcelona, with compatriot Chris Thompson taking silver.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/10 at 3:32 pm

TENNIS:

British number one Andy Murray sacks coach Miles Maclagan, reports BBC Scotland

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/10 at 3:32 pm

ATHLETICS:

Dwain Chambers wins 100m heat in 10.21 seconds in European Championships

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 07/27/10 at 11:49 pm

TENNIS:

British number one Andy Murray sacks coach Miles Maclagan, reports BBC Scotland

And with Federer possibly going with Sampras's old coach, that's a few coaching changes from the world's best

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/10 at 1:46 am

FOOTBALL:

Diego Maradona's contract as Argentina coach will not be renewed

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/10 at 1:47 am

TENNIS:

Andy Murray will play American qualifier Tim Smyczek on Thursday in Los Angeles

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/10 at 12:17 pm

HORSE RACING:

Canford Cliffs wins the Sussex Stakes on day two of Glorious Goodwood

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/10 at 12:18 pm

ATHLETICS:

Usain Bolt, Tyson Gay & Asafa Powell to race each other for first time this year in 100m on 6 August

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 07/28/10 at 12:20 pm

WNBA: The L.A. Sparks finally have a winning streak.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/10 at 2:51 pm

FOOTBALL:

Real Madrid legend Raul signs for German club Schalke

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/10 at 3:28 pm

Dwain Chambers misses out on a medal as Frenchman Christophe Lemaitre wins the European Championships 100m, with Mark Lewis-Francis taking the silver medal.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/10 at 1:52 am

FOOTBALL:

Celtic beaten 3-0 by Braga in Champions League third round, first leg qualifying tie

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/10 at 1:53 am

FOOTBALL:

Diego Maradona accuses Argentine FA of "lies and betrayal" after leaving job as national coach

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/10 at 1:54 am

TENNIS:

Andy Murray says sacking his coach Miles Maclagan came as a result of the pair differing in their view of his game.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/10 at 12:32 pm

GOLF:

Robert Rock shoots a six-under 65 but is disqualified from Irish Open for signing wrong score

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/10 at 12:32 pm

FOOTBALL:

David Beckham's spokesman dismisses reports linking the former England captain to West Ham

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/10 at 1:51 am

Triple jumper Phillips Idowu wins Great Britain's second gold of the European Championships as Martyn Bernard takes high jump bronze.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/10 at 2:05 pm

Britain's Andy Turner wins 110m hurdles gold, Christian Malcolm takes 200m silver, while Jessica Ennis continues her heptathlon campaign on day four in Barcelona.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/10 at 2:05 pm

EURO ATHLETICS:

Britain's Christian Malcolm wins silver behind Frenchman Christophe Lemaitre in 200m

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/10 at 5:08 pm

TENNIS:

Elena Baltacha fails to build on her win over top seed Francesca Schiavone as she loses 6-4 6-0 to Germany's Andrea Petkovic at the Istanbul Cup.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/10 at 5:09 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray survived a second-set wobble to beat Tim Smyczek 6-1 4-6 6-2 and book his place in the Farmers Classic quarter-finals in Los Angeles.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/10 at 5:10 pm

TENNIS:

Reigning champion Marion Bartoli advanced to the Stanford quarter-finals with a 6-3 6-4 win over former world number one Ana Ivanovic.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/10 at 5:10 pm

TENNIS:

British doubles number one Sarah Borwell and her American partner Raquel Kops-Jones are into the semi-finals of the WTA Tour event in California.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/10 at 5:11 pm

FENCING:

The British men's foil team win a historic bronze medal at the European Championships in Leipzig.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/10 at 5:12 pm

BOXING:

Wladimir Klitschko will defend his IBF, WBO and IBO heavyweight titles against Nigeria's Samuel Peter in Frankfurt.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/10 at 5:13 pm

GOLF:

England's Ross Fisher misses out on carding the European Tour's first-ever 59 by two shots during the second round of the Irish Open.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/10 at 6:33 am

F1:

The Red Bulls go into qualifying at the Hungarian Grand Prix as firm favourites ahead of Ferrari for pole position, with McLaren struggling for pace in Budapest.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/10 at 6:33 am

ATHLETICS:

Britain's 4x100m men's relay team finish fifth in their heat and fail to reach final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/10 at 6:34 am

ATHLETICS:

Britain's women slump to sixth place in their 4x100m heat and miss out on final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/10 at 6:53 am

FOOTBALL:

Inter Milan president Massimo Moratti is planning to hold further talks with Manchester City on Monday regarding a deal for Mario Balotelli

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/10 at 7:00 am

ATHLETICS:

Merlene Ottey, 50, runs the last leg but Slovenia's women finish seventh in their 4x100m heat

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/10 at 7:01 am

RUGBY UNION:

New Zealand beat Australia 49-28 in Tri-Nations match in Melbourne

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/10 at 9:18 am

HOCKEY:

Germany beat England 4-2 in opening match of men's Champions Trophy

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/10 at 9:19 am

HORSE RACING:

Midday (15-8 fav) wins Nassau Stakes at Goodwood, pending a Stewards enquiry

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/10 at 3:29 pm

ATHLETICS:

GB's Jessica Ennis wins heptathlon gold at the European Championships

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/10 at 3:29 pm

ATHLETICS:

Britain's Dai Greene and Rhys Williams win gold and silver in European 400m hurdles final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/10 at 3:30 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Super League result - Warrington 24-26 St Helens

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/10 at 3:30 pm

ATHLETICS:

Britain's Mo Farah wins European 5,000m final to complete 5k-10k double

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/10 at 6:57 am

F1:

Sebastian Vettel starts on pole at the Hungarian Grand Prix with his Red Bull team-mate Mark Webber next to him and the Ferraris behind them on the second row.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/10 at 8:19 am

F1:

The Hungarian GP opens up after pole-sitter Sebastian Vettel is given a drive-through penalty with Fernando Alonso and Mark Webber battling hard for victory, while title leader Lewis Hamilton is out.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/10 at 8:20 am

EURO ATHLETICS:

Switzerland's Viktor Rothlin wins the men's marathon; GB's Lee Merrien finishes eighth

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/10 at 8:20 am

TENNIS:

Andy Murray reaches the Farmers Classic final in LA after coming through a topsy-turvy semi-final against Feliciano Lopez in Los Angeles.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/10 at 8:23 am

TENNIS:

Maria Sharapova will play Victoria Azarenka in the final of the Stanford Classic following a 1-6 6-2 6-2 last-four win over Agnieszka Radwanska.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/10 at 8:24 am

WOMEN'S GOLF:

An eagle at the 18th ensures Taiwan's Yani Tseng retains her four stroke lead after round three of the Women's Open at Birkdale.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/10 at 8:25 am

BOXING:

Juan Manuel Marquez wants a third fight with Manny Pacquiao after retaining his WBA and WBO lightweight titles with a points win over Juan Diaz on Saturday.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/10 at 8:26 am

CYCLING:

Great Britain's Shanaze Reade wins her third world BMX title at the championship in South Africa.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/10 at 9:00 am

FORMULA 1:

Red Bull's Mark Webber wins Hungarian GP; 2nd Alonso; 3rd Vettel. Hamilton retires

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/03/10 at 1:52 am

FORMULA 1:

Michael Schumacher says he is sorry if Rubens Barrichello felt endangered at Hungarian GP

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/03/10 at 1:53 am

FORMULA 1:

Ferrari face disciplinary hearing on 8 September over team orders row in German Grand Prix

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/03/10 at 1:54 am

CRICKET:

Sri Lanka 102-2 at lunch on day one of third Test against India in Colombo

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/03/10 at 2:29 pm

ATHLETICS:

Justin Gatlin wins comeback 100m race in 10.24secs after four-year doping ban

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/03/10 at 2:30 pm

HOCKEY:

England lose 3-2 to world champions Australia in Champions Trophy in Germany

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/03/10 at 2:30 pm

HORSE RACING:

Trainer Aidan O'Brien's disrepute charge hearing adjourned by BHA

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/03/10 at 2:32 pm

FOOTBALL:

Liverpool defender Emiliano Insua's move to Fiorentina falls through, according to Italian club

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/03/10 at 2:33 pm

CRICKET:

Sachin Tendulkar had little chance to make an impact on day one of the third Test against Sri Lanka as he became the most capped player in Test history.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/10 at 1:28 am

FOOTBALL:

The New Saints lose 3-0 to Anderlecht (6-1 on aggregate) in Champions League qualifier

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/10 at 1:29 am

TENNIS:

Great Britain enjoyed a good day at the Danish Open as both Elena Baltacha and Anne Keothavong won their first round matches on Tuesday.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/10 at 1:12 pm

FOOTBALL:

Portsmouth say they could go out of business if they lose court case against HMRC

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/10 at 2:42 pm

GOLF:

Tiger Woods faces challenges to his world number one ranking from Phil Mickelson and Lee Westwood at this week's WGC Bridgestone Invitational in Ohio.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/10 at 1:53 am

FOOTBALL:

Man Utd hammer League of Ireland select team 7-1 in friendly in Dublin

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/10 at 1:54 am

ATHLETICS:

Asafa Powell pulls out of 100m clash against Usain Bolt & Tyson Gay on Friday because of injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/10 at 1:54 am

BASKETBALL:

Boston Celtics sign NBA great Shaquille O'Neal on a two-year deal

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/10 at 1:54 am

FOOTBALL:

Celtic out of Champions League 4-2 on aggregate after 2-1 home win over Braga

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/10 at 1:47 pm

PORTSMOUTH VERDICT:

HM Revenue and Customs loses High Court judgement against Portsmouth FC

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/10 at 1:47 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Leeds forward Carl Ablett loses appeal over three-match ban. Misses Challenge Cup semi

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/10 at 1:47 pm

ATHLETICS:

Heptathlete Jessica Ennis opts out of London Grand Prix & will not compete again in 2010

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/10 at 3:06 pm

GOLF:

The world number one spot is up for grabs as the game's leading players compete in Firestone, Ohio, in the latest World Golf Championship event.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/10 at 3:13 pm

TENNIS:

Anne Keothavong bows out of the Danish Open women's singles competition after she is defeated 4-6 6-0 6-4 by sixth seed Polona Hercog of Slovenia.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/10 at 3:13 pm

Wimbledon champion Serena Williams will partner record-breaking United States compatriot John Isner in the mixed doubles of the Hopman Cup in January

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/10 at 3:13 pm

The treasurer of the 2010 Delhi Commonwealth Games has resigned over allegations of corruption.

Anil Khanna quit after reports claimed an Australian firm won the contract to lay tennis courts for the Games because his son headed its Indian arm.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/10 at 3:18 pm

Britain's top amateur boxers are to compete in a new annual competition to identify the best male and female fighters ahead of the 2012 Olympics.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/10 at 1:14 am

The Texas Rangers baseball team owned by Liverpool FC co-owner Tom Hicks has been auctioned off for $593m (£374m).

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/10 at 1:53 am

CRICKET:

Sri Lanka reach 143-8 at lunch on day four of final Test v India in Colombo - a lead of 132 runs

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/10 at 1:27 pm

CRICKET:

India reached 53-3 after the fourth day of the third and final Test, having been set a target of 257 to beat Sri Lanka in Colombo and square the series.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/10 at 1:28 pm

TENNIS:

Anne Keothavong and Anna Smith narrowly lose in the semi-finals of the Danish Open doubles.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/10 at 2:49 pm

ATHLETICS:

Tyson Gay beats Usain Bolt in 100m at Diamond League meeting in Stockholm

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/10 at 2:50 pm

RUGBY UNION:

WRU chief Roger Lewis hopes Wales coach Warren Gatland signs a two-year contract extension beyond the 2011 Rugby World Cup.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/10 at 2:52 pm

TENNIS:

Ivan Lendl will end 16 years away from tennis in October when he makes his ATP Champions Tour debut in Paris.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/10 at 1:34 am

GOLF:

Lee Westwood pulls out midway through event in Ohio and will miss USPGA Championship

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/10 at 1:35 am

ATHLETICS:

Tyson Gay beats Usain Bolt in 100m at Diamond League meeting in Stockholm
With a winning time of 9.84 seconds

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/10 at 4:18 am

GOLF:

Lee Westwood pulls out midway through event in Ohio and will miss USPGA Championship
...because of a badly swollen right calf.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/10 at 4:25 am

HORSE RACING:

Jockey Jason Behan and trainer Eamon Tyrell are referred to the British Horseracing Authority after the controversial performance of Casela Park at Newcastle.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/10 at 4:26 am

HORSE RACING:

It is 25 years since a world-famous racehorse was kidnapped by the IRA, never to be seen again.

And to date, it still has not been seen.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/10 at 7:18 am

RUGBY UNION:

New Zealand beat Australia 20-10 in Christchurch to all but seal Tri-Nations title

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/10 at 7:20 am

CYCLING:

Tour de France winner Alberto Contador join Bjarne Riis's Team Saxo Bank following his departure from the Astana team.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/10 at 8:39 am

MotoGP:

LCR Honda rider Randy de Puniet says he hopes to return to action at the Czech MotoGP less than a month after breaking his leg

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/10 at 9:50 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

St Helens stand-off Leon Pryce says he could miss rest of season with neck injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/10 at 11:16 am

HORSE RACING:

World's top-rated horse Harbinger suffered leg fracture on gallops, say owners

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/10 at 11:16 am

HOCKEY:

England beat New Zealand 4-3 in Champions Trophy to keep their medal hopes alive

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/10 at 11:30 am

TENNIS:

Defending champion Andy Murray is seeded to face Rafa Nadal in the last four of the Rogers Cup in Toronto.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/08/10 at 2:16 am

FOOTBALL:

Uncapped Jack Wilshere, Kieran Gibbs & Bobby Zamora in England squad for Hungary game

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/08/10 at 2:37 am

GOLF:

Sean O'Hair and Ryan Palmer lead the WGC-Bridgestone Invitational as Tiger Woods' reign as world number one comes under increasing pressure after another poor round.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 08/08/10 at 11:38 pm

BASKETBALL:

Boston Celtics sign NBA great Shaquille O'Neal on a two-year deal

Wow, this is news to me. I hadn't heard much about him lately, mainly because he hadn't played on a winning NBA team in a few years. (That is, one that reached the playoffs.)

I know that he was with the L.A. Lakers when they won their 3 straight championships in the early 00's. But during the 2004 offseason he was traded to the Miami Heat, where he spent four years.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 08/08/10 at 11:42 pm

The Texas Rangers baseball team owned by Liverpool FC co-owner Tom Hicks has been auctioned off for $593m (£374m).

And I think it went to Hall-Of-Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan, who was a member of said team during the final five years of his playing career (1989-93).

Yep. According to Wikopedia:

At midnight on August 5, 2010, the Ryan/Greenberg group was announced as the winners of the final auction to purchase the Rangers, after final approval from Major League Baseball.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/10 at 3:49 pm

American Matt Kuchar leads the USPGA Championship in Wisconsin, with overnight leaders Bubba Watson and Francesco Molinari still to get their second rounds under way because of a fog delay.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/10 at 4:51 pm

ATHLETICS:

Tyson Gay runs 100m in 9.78 seconds - fastest in world this year - at Crystal Palace, London

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/14/10 at 2:32 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

St Helens score 11 tries to beat Bradford 60-12 in the Super League

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/14/10 at 2:33 am

TENNIS:

Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer & Novak Djokovic join Andy Murray in Rogers Cup semis

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/14/10 at 2:33 am

GOLF:

Matt Kuchar leads after day two of the USPGA Championship, with Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy and England's Simon Khan tied for third and Tiger Woods unable to finish on another abbreviated day.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/14/10 at 9:46 am

DIVING:

Britain's Tom Daley withdraws from European Championships with triceps tear

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/14/10 at 2:02 pm

TRIATHLON:

Great Britain's Stuart Hayes takes shock win at World Championship race in Kitzbuhel

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/14/10 at 4:05 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Harlequins move off bottom of Super League with 16-12 at Catalans Dragons

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/14/10 at 4:05 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray beats world number one Rafael Nadal 6-3 6-4 to reach Rogers Cup final in Toronto

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 08/14/10 at 9:28 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray beats world number one Rafael Nadal 6-3 6-4 to reach Rogers Cup final in Toronto

And he will face Federer in the final, saw that match on TV (the Federer one)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 08/14/10 at 9:51 pm

And he will face Federer in the final, saw that match on TV (the Federer one)

May the best player win!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 08/15/10 at 12:25 am

May the best player win!

If Murray's serve is good, he has a good chance

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/10 at 2:52 am

And he will face Federer in the final, saw that match on TV (the Federer one)
What time will it be on tv?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/10 at 2:57 am

TENNIS:

Maria Sharapova beats Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova 6-4 3-6 6-2 to reach Cincinnati Open final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/10 at 3:59 am

GOLF:

American Nick Watney will begin Sunday's final round of the USPGA with a three-shot lead over Rory McIlroy and Dustin Johnson at Whistling Straits.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/10 at 3:59 am

GOLF:

American Nick Watney will begin Sunday's final round of the USPGA with a three-shot lead over Rory McIlroy and Dustin Johnson at Whistling Straits.
So what position is Tiger Woods at?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/10 at 4:02 am

So what position is Tiger Woods at?
Tiger Woods is tied at 31st place on three under par, ten shot behind the leader Nick Watney

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/10 at 5:00 am

FOOTBALL:

Ex-England boss Sven Goran Eriksson says he would have handled ending David Beckham's international career in an different manner to under pressure current coach Fabio Capello.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/10 at 8:27 am

England boss Fabio Capello's successor will be an Englishman, the Football Association has pledged.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/10 at 8:48 am

HORSE RACING:

Champion jockey Ryan Moore will miss the start of the York Ebor Festival with a wrist injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/10 at 8:48 am

FOOTBALL:

Hibernian win 3-2 at Motherwell in Scottish Premier League

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/10 at 11:06 am

SWIMMING:

Britain's Fran Halsall wins her fourth medal of the Euro Championships with 50m freestyle bronze

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/10 at 11:06 am

CANOEING:

GB slalom duo David Florence and Richard Hounslow win European bronze in Bratislava

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/10 at 11:09 am

SWIMMING:

Rebecca Adlington strikes gold in 400m freestyle in European Championships

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/10 at 12:08 pm

MOTOGP:

World champion Valentino Rossi signs a two-year deal to ride for Ducati from 2011

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/10 at 12:15 pm

DIVING:

Tom Daley expects to compete in Youth Olympic Games next weekend after scan on arm injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/10 at 12:15 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Super League results - Salford 18-44 Hull KR, Wakefield 18-36 Warrington

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/10 at 1:51 pm

And he will face Federer in the final, saw that match on TV (the Federer one)
First Set to Murray 7-5.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/10 at 2:03 pm

First Set to Murray 7-5.
Murray 7-5 1-2 (30-0) Federer
An agitated Federer sticks a forehand over the baseline to trail 30-0 as the rain returns, and both men head for their chairs as the umbrellas go up. "We'll hold you for a couple of minutes on court," the umpire tells the players.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/10 at 2:31 pm

Murray 7-5 1-2 (30-0) Federer
An agitated Federer sticks a forehand over the baseline to trail 30-0 as the rain returns, and both men head for their chairs as the umbrellas go up. "We'll hold you for a couple of minutes on court," the umpire tells the players.
it's pelting down in Toronto right now so a resumption is not imminent.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 08/15/10 at 7:47 pm

Maybe biggest win of Andy Murray's career? Beating federer today?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/10 at 1:31 am

Maybe biggest win of Andy Murray's career? Beating federer today?
Andy Murray beats Roger Federer 7-5 7-5

Wow!!!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/10 at 1:31 am

GOLF:

Martin Kaymer wins the USPGA in a play-off with Bubba Watson after Dustin Johnson is controversially penalised in the USPGA.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/10 at 1:32 am

GOLF:

Tiger Woods misses out on automatic qualification for US Ryder Cup team

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/10 at 1:32 am

TENNIS:

Kim Clijsters fights back to beat Maria Sharapova 2-6 7-6 6-2 in Cincinnati Open final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 08/16/10 at 4:06 pm

Andy Murray beats Roger Federer 7-5 7-5

Wow!!!

Must've been quite a match!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 08/16/10 at 5:02 pm

Must've been quite a match!

2 years now Andy has won Rogers. It makes for an exciting US open in a few weeks.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/17/10 at 1:18 am

2 years now Andy has won Rogers. It makes for an exciting US open in a few weeks.
I did not realise that he won it last year too.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/17/10 at 1:20 am

CRICKET:

Ricky Ponting says it is "absolutely possible" that Australia can regain the Ashes with a 5-0 series win against England this winter.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/18/10 at 1:33 am

2012 OLYMPICS:

Organisers receive more than 150 expressions of interest in taking over Olympic Stadium

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/18/10 at 1:34 am

YOUTH OLYMPICS:

Rowers Georgia Howard-Merrill and Fiona Gammond win Britain's second gold medal

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/18/10 at 1:34 am

GOLF:

Rory McIlroy says his near miss at the USPGA has whet his appetite for the Ryder Cup in October and possible contests with a struggling Tiger Woods.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/19/10 at 12:13 pm

FOOTBALL:

Rangers sign Slovakia international Vladimir Weiss on a one-year loan deal from Manchester City

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/19/10 at 12:13 pm

FOOTBALL:

Celtic defender Andreas Hinkel will miss rest of season after suffering cruciate ligament damage

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/19/10 at 12:14 pm

HORSE RACING:

Midday, ridden by Tom Queally, wins the Yorkshire Oaks ahead of Snow Fairy

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/19/10 at 12:14 pm

TENNIS:

British number one Andy Murray takes on Latvia's Ernests Gulbis in the third round of the Cincinnati Masters.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/19/10 at 2:18 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray beats Ernests Gulbis 6-4 3-6 6-7 (4-6) in Cincinnati Masters

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: MrCleveland on 08/19/10 at 8:01 pm

The Cleveland Cavaliers have new jerseys (No...they're not moving to New Jersey...they have brand new jerseys since LeButthead left)!

http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/ept_sports_nba_experts-495190212-1282140685.jpg

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/20/10 at 1:31 am

Fifth seed Kim Clijsters needed three sets to beat American Bethanie Mattek-Sands at the Rogers Cup in Montreal.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/20/10 at 1:31 am

Justine Henin will miss the rest of the 2010 season to recover from the elbow injury she sustained at Wimbledon.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/20/10 at 1:38 am

TENNIS:

Rafael Nadal saves match point before beating Julien Benneteau at Cincinnati Masters

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/20/10 at 2:42 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray loses 6-7 6-1 6-7 to American Mardy Fish in Cincinnati Masters

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/10 at 3:32 am

TENNIS:

Serena Williams pulls out of the US Open as she continues to recover from a foot injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/10 at 3:35 am

FOOTBALL:

Rangers complete signing of striker Nikica Jelavic from Rapid Vienna for £4m

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/10 at 3:35 am

GOLF:

Sweden's Peter Hanson maintains his charge for a Ryder Cup spot with a second-round 70 to take a joint lead at the Czech Open.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/10 at 5:49 am

CANOEING:

Britain's Tim Brabants wins K1 1,000m silver medal at sprint World Championships in Poland

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/10 at 6:17 am

BOXING:

Great Britain flyweight Nicola Adams, lightweight Amanda Coulson and welterweight Savannah Marshall will represent England at the World Championships.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/10 at 7:24 am

FOOTBALL:

Liverpool and Juventus have agreed a one-year loan deal for Alberto Aquilani

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/10 at 1:25 am

TENNIS:

Roger Federer beats Marcos Baghdatis 6-4 6-3 to set up Cincinnati final against Mardy Fish

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/10 at 8:56 am

FOOTBALL:

SPL - Kenny Miller scores a hat-trick as Rangers win 3-0 at Hibernian

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/10 at 8:57 am

ATHLETICS:

Kenya's David Rudisha breaks 13-year-old 800m world record with time of 1min 41.09secs

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/10 at 9:13 am

BOXING:

Former boxing champion Frank Bruno has escaped a driving ban after he was caught travelling at 105 miles (168 kilometres) per hour.

The star was heading home from a charity event in June when he was pulled over by police for breaking the 70 miles (112 kilometres) per hour speed limit.

The former world heavyweight champ faced the possibility of being banned from the roads - but he was instead given six points on his licence at a hearing in Cambridge last week.

Officials were told a driving ban would prevent Bruno from continuing his charity work for children with special needs.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 08/22/10 at 1:04 pm

NFL preseason football is underway...not that I care to follow it one way or the other. :-\\

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: MrCleveland on 08/22/10 at 1:46 pm

NFL preseason football is underway...not that I care to follow it one way or the other. :-\\

I don't either. Hell...I can't even respect Cleveland Sports after LeButthead left and had the fudgein' nerve to say "I Hate Cleveland" (And don't get me wrong...I'm just very discouraged with my own city)!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 08/22/10 at 11:55 pm

I don't either. Hell...I can't even respect Cleveland Sports after LeButthead left and had the fudgein' nerve to say "I Hate Cleveland" (And don't get me wrong...I'm just very discouraged with my own city)!

I can understand. The main reason why I don't care to follow pro football is that there hasn't been a franchise in L.A. ever since the Rams left 16 years ago. But my dad still likes to watch it anyway; he grew up rooting for the Rams and Dodgers, and so did his brothers.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/10 at 1:13 am

GOLF:

Arjun Atwal wins Wyndham Championship to become first Indian golfer to land PGA Tour event

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/10 at 1:13 am

NFL preseason football is underway...not that I care to follow it one way or the other. :-\\
I will not be following it either.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/10 at 1:14 am

TENNIS:

Roger Federer beats Mardy Fish 6-7 7-6 6-4 to retain Cincinnati Masters title

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/10 at 1:14 am

GOLF:

Sweden's Peter Hanson wins Czech Open to move into automatic qualifying spot for Ryder Cup

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/10 at 1:14 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Wigan beat Hull KR 38-18 to finish top of Super League

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 08/23/10 at 11:32 am

GOLF:

Arjun Atwal wins Wyndham Championship to become first Indian golfer to land PGA Tour event

GOLF:

Sweden's Peter Hanson wins Czech Open to move into automatic qualifying spot for Ryder Cup

Good for them!!! :) O0

http://www1.bestgraph.com/gifs/sports/golf/golf-10.gif

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/10 at 12:08 pm

FOOTBALL:

Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg has told Fifa inspectors England's bid for the 2018 World Cup is "unbeatable".

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/10 at 12:37 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Leeds set to recall Carl Ablett for Saturday's Challenge Cup final after three-match ban

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/10 at 12:38 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Doctor at centre of 'Bloodgate' saga admits cutting lip of Harlequins winger Tom Williams

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/10 at 2:38 pm

GOLF:

Tiger Woods confirms he and his wife Elin Nordegren have finalised their divorce

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/10 at 2:39 pm

TENNIS:

Caroline Wozniacki beats Vera Zvonavera 6-3 6-2 in final of Rogers Cup

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/24/10 at 1:16 am

FORMULA 1:

Lewis Hamilton fined A$500 (£288) by Melbourne court for improper use of motor vehicle

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/24/10 at 1:16 am

CRICKET:

Australia coach Tim Nielsen signs new contract until end of 2013 Ashes

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 08/24/10 at 11:19 am

GOLF:

Tiger Woods confirms he and his wife Elin Nordegren have finalised their divorce

How awful.

I also saw your similar post in the other thread.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/24/10 at 1:48 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Gareth Thomas, 36, extends contract with the Crusaders for one more season

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/24/10 at 1:48 pm

FOOTBALL:

AEK Athens arrange to play at Nea Smyrni Stadium for Thursday's game against Dundee Utd

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/24/10 at 1:48 pm

FOOTBALL:

Italian club Brescia sign striker Alessandro Diamanti from West Ham for a fee of £1.8m

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/24/10 at 3:01 pm

FOOTBALL:

AEK Athens arrange to play at Nea Smyrni Stadium for Thursday's game against Dundee Utd

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 08/24/10 at 9:00 pm

How awful.

I also saw your similar post in the other thread.

That's life...

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/10 at 1:08 am

RUGBY UNION:

England beat Kazakhtstan 82-0 in Women's Rugby World Cup

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 08/25/10 at 12:01 pm

That's life...

Sure is. ::)

If he hasn't been smitten already in the Fudge Club, maybe one of us should do so?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/10 at 12:16 pm

ATHLETICS:

Caster Semenya included in South Africa's team for the Commonwealth Games

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/10 at 12:16 pm

CRICKET:

India beat New Zealand by 105 runs to reach tri-series final against Sri Lanka

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/26/10 at 1:48 pm

TENNIS:

British teenager Laura Robson stunned former world number four Jelena Dokic with a 6-1 6-4 victory in the opening round of qualifying for the US Open.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/26/10 at 1:52 pm

TENNIS:

Britain's Jamie Baker took a step closer to the main draw of the US Open after winning his first-round qualifying match in New York.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/26/10 at 2:13 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Andy Murray to face Slovakia's Lukas Lacko in US Open first round, same half as Rafael Nadal

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/10 at 1:31 am

GOLF:

European Ryder Cup places are up for grabs in the final qualifying event at Gleneagles.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/10 at 3:54 pm

TENNIS:

Britain's Laura Robson reaches final round of US Open qualifying with win against Vesna Manasieva

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/10 at 3:54 pm

ATHLETICS:

Caster Semenya 3rd in 800m at Diamond League in Brussels; Tyson Gay wins 100m in 9.79secs

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/10 at 4:02 pm

GOLF:

England duo Gary Boyd and David Lynn shoot 68s to share the halfway lead in the Johnnie Walker Championship on nine under with France's Julien Guerrier.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/10 at 12:44 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Britain's Jamie Baker took a step closer to the main draw of the US Open after winning his first-round qualifying match in New York.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/10 at 12:45 am

GOLF:

European Ryder Cup captain Colin Montgomerie says selecting his team is a "more or less impossible" task given the quality of players available.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/10 at 12:55 am

F1:

Fernando Alonso posts the fastest lap times in each of Friday's two practice sessions for the Belgian Grand Prix.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/10 at 7:08 am

FORMULA 1:

Red Bull's Mark Webber fastest in final practice at the Belgian GP; 2 Hamilton 3 Vettel 4 Button

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/10 at 8:24 am

FORMULA 1:

Red Bull's Mark Webber takes pole for the Belgian GP ahead of Lewis Hamilton for McLaren

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/10 at 9:32 am

BOXING:

British heavyweight champion Derek Chisora offers to fight European champion Audley Harrison should the WBA title holder David Haye choose not to.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/10 at 4:13 pm

WOMEN'S RUGBY:

England beat USA 37-10 in Guildford to secure place in World Cup semi-finals

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/10 at 4:15 pm

BREAKING NEWS:

Scotland Yard arrests a man, 35, over an alleged cricket betting scam during the current test between Pakistan and England

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/10 at 4:19 pm

MOTORSPORT:

Home favourite Ben Spies secures pole position for Sunday's Indianapolis MotoGP

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/29/10 at 1:11 am

CYCLING:

Mark Cavendish takes leader's red jersey in Tour of Spain after opening team time trial

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/29/10 at 1:12 am

TENNIS:

Britain's Andy Murray says he is fit and raring to go ahead of his US Open campaign in New York.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/29/10 at 2:16 am

CRICKET:

Arrest over Pakistan-England Test cricket 'betting scam

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/29/10 at 2:25 am

TENNIS:

Caroline Wozniacki beats Nadia Petrova 6-3 3-6 6-3 to secure the Pilot Pen Tennis title

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/29/10 at 2:26 am

GOLF:

Edoardo Molinari moves to within a shot of his brother Francesco's lead at the Johnnie Walker Championship to boost his Ryder Cup selection bid.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/29/10 at 3:02 am

GOLF:

Should US Ryder Cup captain Corey Pavin pick Tiger Woods to play US team?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 08/29/10 at 11:38 am

GOLF:

Should US Ryder Cup captain Corey Pavin pick Tiger Woods to play US team?

Hmmm, good question. I bet others are wondering if that would be a good idea or not. :-\\ I myself am not sure, due to what's been going on with him. But he's still competing.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/29/10 at 12:05 pm

Hmmm, good question. I bet others are wondering if that would be a good idea or not. :-\\ I myself am not sure, due to what's been going on with him. But he's still competing.
Colin Montgomerie will be announcing the European team in around 30 minutes time.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/29/10 at 2:06 pm

Colin Montgomerie will be announcing the European team in around 30 minutes time.
EUROPEAN RYDER CUP TEAM
Lee Westwood (Eng) Age 37; Previous Ryder Cups 6
Martin Kaymer (Ger) 25; Debut
Rory McIlroy (NI) 21; RC Debut
Graeme McDowell (NI) 31; RC 1
Ian Poulter (Eng) 34; RC 2:
Ross Fisher (Eng) 29; RC Debut
Francesco Molinari (Ita) 27; Debut
M A Jimenez (Spa) 46; RC 3
Peter Hanson (Swe) 32; RC Debut
Padraig Harrington (Ire) 38; RC 5
Paul Casey (Eng) 33; RC 3
Justin Rose (Eng) 30; RC 1
Luke Donald (Eng) 32; RC 2
Edoardo Molinari (Ita) 29; Debut

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/29/10 at 2:07 pm

Colin Montgomerie will be announcing the European team in around 30 minutes time.
Sergio Garcia appointed as Colin Montgomerie's fourth vice-captain for Ryder Cup

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/29/10 at 2:07 pm

ATHLETICS:

Kenyan David Rudisha breaks 800m world record for second time in a week, with 1:41.01

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/29/10 at 2:08 pm

F1:

Lewis Hamilton storms to victory in the Belgian Grand Prix after an incident-packed race at Spa-Francorchamps.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/29/10 at 3:21 pm

MOTOGP:

Dani Pedrosa wins Indianapolis MotoGP from Ben Spies and Jorge Lorenzo

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/29/10 at 3:24 pm

FOOTBALL:

Scott Carson and Joleon Lescott recalled to England squad for Euro 2012 qualifiers

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/29/10 at 3:28 pm

TENNIS:

Defending US Open champion Kim Clijsters believes her experience of 12 months ago can help her retain her title at Flushing Meadows.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/10 at 4:18 am

GOLF:

American Matt Kuchar beats Scotland's Martin Laird in a play-off for the Barclays event in New Jersey

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/10 at 4:18 am

HOCKEY:

England women beat Spain 3-2 in first group match at World Cup in Argentina

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/10 at 4:23 am

BASKETBALL:

Defending champions Spain fall to France on the opening day of the World Championship in Turkey, which also sees big wins for the hosts, United States and Argentina.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/10 at 8:25 am

GOLF:

Ryder Cup wildcard Luke Donald says Europeans should not be penalised for playing in USA

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/10 at 8:27 am

BASKETBALL:

United States beat Slovenia 99-77 at the World Championships in Turkey

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/10 at 8:27 am

TENNIS:

Britain's Andy Murray says he is fit and raring to go ahead of his US Open campaign in New York.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/10 at 8:29 am

TENNIS:

Roger Federer has hired Paul Annacone as his coach on a full-time basis after a successful one-month trial period.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/10 at 9:47 am

FOOTBALL:

Chris Iwelumo, Lee Wallace, Kevin McNaughton to miss Scotland match against Lithuania

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 08/30/10 at 1:02 pm

Also in basketball is the WNBA playoffs. The Eastern Conference playoffs have been decided; the Western champion will either be Phoenix or Seattle.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 08/30/10 at 6:30 pm

Also in basketball is the WNBA playoffs. The Eastern Conference playoffs have been decided; the Western champion will either be Phoenix or Seattle.

There is still an WNBA league? Wow....
0 coverage up here.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/10 at 1:01 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Roger Federer beats Brian Dabul 6-1 6-4 6-2, Venus Williams beats Roberta Vinci 6-4 6-1

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/10 at 1:01 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Britain's Elena Baltacha beats Petra Martic 6-2 6-2 to reach round two

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/10 at 1:02 am

GOLF:

Luke Donald calls for an overhaul of Europe's Ryder Cup qualification system despite being chosen as a wildcard for the event in October.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/10 at 1:38 pm

TENNIS:

Jelena Jankovic survives scare to beat Simona Halep 6-4 4-6 7-5 at US Open

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/10 at 2:53 pm

TENNIS:

Yung-Jan Chan of China beats British number three Anne Keothavong 2-6 6-1 6-1 at US Open

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/10 at 2:53 pm

TENNIS:

Elena Baltacha's US Open campaign got off to a flying start with an imposing 6-2 6-2 victory over Petra Martic on the first day at Flushing Meadows.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/10 at 2:54 pm

TENNIS:

Two-time champion Venus Williams and title holder Kim Clijsters both won in straight sets on day one of the US Open at Flushing Meadows, New York.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/10 at 2:55 pm

US TENNIS QUOTES:

"I have a lot of shoes to fill with just one Williams here."
Venus Williams is feeling the absence of little sister Serena.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/10 at 2:56 pm

US TENNIS QUOTES:

"I attract them because I'm beautiful."
French Open champion Francesca Schiavone on why she is a favourite with the fans.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 08/31/10 at 8:48 pm

NHL: Chris Chelios (age 48) officially retires from the NHL today.
He will be an automatic for the hall of fame.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 08/31/10 at 10:29 pm

There is still a WNBA league? Wow....
0 coverage up here.

Yeap, I guess only the US is involved in it. :-\\

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/10 at 1:00 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Top seeds Rafael Nadal and Caroline Wozniacki win night session matches in New York

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/10 at 1:01 am

GOLF:

Luke Donald calls for an overhaul of Europe's Ryder Cup qualification system despite being chosen as a wildcard for the event in October.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/10 at 1:07 am

CRICKET:

Cricketers at a Bedfordshire club are celebrating after reclaiming the record for the world's longest cricket match.

Blunham Cricket Club's first and second teams went head-to-head for 105 hours, batting and bowling around the clock for five days.

The first ball was bowled at 10am on Thursday 26 August and stumps were drawn at 7pm on Monday 30 August, 2010.

The teams played through torrential rain, wind and tiredness to beat the previous record of 100 hours.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/10 at 1:47 am

ATHLETICS:

Jamaican sprint superstar Usain Bolt says it is hard for all sports when people cheat or fix events, but insists the only way to combat the stigma is for 'clean athletes' to keep winning.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/10 at 1:48 am

ATHLETICS:

Commonwealth Games venues will miss an 31 August completion deadline but only by a matter of days, say organisers.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/10 at 1:49 am

BASKETBALL:

United States claim their third win with a hard-fought 70-68 win over Brazil plus the rest of the action from day three of the World Championship in Turkey.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 09/01/10 at 11:25 am

BASKETBALL:

United States claim their third win with a hard-fought 70-68 win over Brazil plus the rest of the action from day three of the World Championship in Turkey.

Way to go USA!!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/10 at 12:30 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Andy Murray starts his US Open campaign against Lukas Lacko on day three with Venus Williams, Elena Baltacha and Kim Clijsters in action later.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/10 at 12:50 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL:

The drone of the vuvuzela will not be heard in any European competitions after the continent's governing body banned them from all stadiums hosting UEFA matches.

The plastic trumpets that were used by fans at the FIFA World Cup in South Africa, will be banned from the Champions League and Europa League, as well as all Euro 2012 Qualifying matches.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/10 at 2:27 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Andy Murray demolishes Lukas Lacko (6-3 6-2 6-2) on day three of the US Open to reach the second round, with Venus Williams, Elena Baltacha and Kim Clijsters playing later.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 09/01/10 at 8:06 pm

Way to go USA!!

Cheering for USA in basketball is like cheering for adults arm wrestling against 4 year-old kids, more or less.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/02/10 at 1:13 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Janko Tipsarevic beats 2003 champion Andy Roddick 3-6 7-5 6-3 7-6 (7-4) in round two

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/02/10 at 1:13 am

RUGBY UNION:

England Women reach Sunday's World Cup final after 15-0 win over Australia

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 09/02/10 at 1:36 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Janko Tipsarevic beats 2003 champion Andy Roddick 3-6 7-5 6-3 7-6 (7-4) in round two

A surprise!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/02/10 at 1:38 am

A surprise!
Favouring Murray's chances?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/02/10 at 12:29 pm

BOXING:

Former world champion Ricky Hatton tells BBC Radio Manchester he is unlikely to fight again

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/02/10 at 1:00 pm

US OPEN:

Teenager Beatrice Capra shocks 18th seed Aravane Rezai with 7-5 2-6 6-3 second-round win

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/02/10 at 1:31 pm

US OPEN:

Top seed Caroline Wozniacki thrashes Chang Kai-Chen 6-0 6-0 to reach third round

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/02/10 at 2:15 pm

HORSE RACING:

Champion jockey Ryan Moore misses out on a winner on his return to the saddle after injury at Salisbury on Thursday.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 09/02/10 at 2:24 pm

Cheering for USA in basketball is like cheering for adults arm wrestling against 4 year-old kids, more or less.

Sorry, but I always cheer for my local teams. And if they don't make it, I find someone else to cheer for.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 09/03/10 at 12:03 am

Sorry, but I always cheer for my local teams. And if they don't make it, I find someone else to cheer for.

Don't be sorry. If I were American I'd cheer for them too. But as a non-American, it's nice to see someone else win. (Or somtimes with the original dream team ( Jordan, Bird, etc..) I wanted to see how much they'd win by..)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/10 at 12:51 am

FOOTBALL:

David Beckham says he hopes to be back in action for LA Galaxy on 11 September

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/10 at 12:51 am

Sorry, but I always cheer for my local teams. And if they don't make it, I find someone else to cheer for.

FOOTBALL:

David Beckham says he hopes to be back in action for LA Galaxy on 11 September
Local team for Jeff there.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/10 at 12:52 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Novak Djokovic & Maria Sharapova win their night session matches in straight sets

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 09/03/10 at 12:54 am

Local team for Jeff there.
There isn't much coverage for soccer though, sadly. There is some, not much.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/10 at 12:55 am

There isn't much coverage for soccer though, sadly. There is some, not much.
There is of the other football.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 09/03/10 at 10:43 am

Don't be sorry. If I were American I'd cheer for them too. But as a non-American, it's nice to see someone else win. (Or somtimes with the original dream team ( Jordan, Bird, etc..) I wanted to see how much they'd win by..)

Understood. And I'm sure that the folks in other countries would cheer for their nation's team to win.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 09/03/10 at 10:45 am

FOOTBALL:

David Beckham says he hopes to be back in action for LA Galaxy on 11 September

Local team for Jeff there.

Yes it is local. Known as soccer in the US.

There isn't much coverage for soccer though, sadly. There is some, not much.

Right. Sometimes the games get televised, but I don't often have the patience to watch it. The closest I have come to playing any form of soccer is foosball, at a cousin's house in the 90's.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 09/03/10 at 10:47 am

There is of the other football.

That's true... played with a ball that has two pointy ends. The regular NFL season begins soon, but I have never had the desire to really watch football. My dad likes it, though. Also, there has not been a local team in L.A. for 16 years ('twas that long ago when the Raiders moved up to Oakland and the Rams moved to St. Louis).

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/10 at 12:38 pm

GOLF:

Miguel Angel Jimenez leads European Masters by three shots at end of second round

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/10 at 12:38 pm

FOOTBALL:

Republic of Ireland start Euro 2012 qualifying campaign with 1-0 win in Armenia

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/10 at 12:40 pm

CYCLING:

Mark Cavendish finishes second in stage seven of the Tour of Spain

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/10 at 2:02 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Andy Murray is in action against Dustin Brown at about 1920 BST on day five at Flushing Meadows, where defending women's champion Kim Clijsters is in fine form.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/10 at 2:08 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Defending women's champion Kim Clijsters beats Petra Kvitova in third round

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/10 at 2:08 pm

FOOTBALL:

Republic of Ireland start Euro 2012 qualifying campaign with 1-0 win in Armenia

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/10 at 4:20 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Warrington win 36-22 at Harlequins, Wigan thump Bradford 34-12 in Friday's games

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/10 at 4:21 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Sale Sharks beat Newcastle 35-18 in opening game of Premiership season

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/10 at 4:21 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Andy Murray beats Jamaican Dustin Brown 7-5 6-3 6-0 to reach round three

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 09/03/10 at 8:22 pm

FOOTBALL:

Republic of Ireland start Euro 2012 qualifying campaign with 1-0 win in Armenia

Do they play France at some point? Anothe handball?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/10 at 12:40 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Roger Federer overcame windy conditions to beat Andreas Beck 6-3 6-4 6-3 and reach the US Open third round as two leading names crashed out on day four.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/10 at 12:41 am

Ninth seed Andy Roddick saw his hopes of claiming a second US Open title end early with defeat by Janko Tipsarevic in the night session in New York.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/10 at 12:42 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Third seed Venus Williams was given a stern test by Canadian qualifier Rebecca Marino before sealing a place in round three of the US Open.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 09/04/10 at 12:47 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Third seed Venus Williams was given a stern test by Canadian qualifier Rebecca Marino before sealing a place in round three of the US Open.

Yes, I watched the match. We were cheering for her, like cheering for David Vs Goliath. Since I really dilike Venus Williams alot, I cheered even harder. :)
Oddly enough, I like Serena, and dislike Venus.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/10 at 12:48 am

Yes, I watched the match. We were cheering for her, like cheering for David Vs Goliath. Since I really dilike Venus Williams alot, I cheered even harder. :)
Oddly enough, I like Serena, and dislike Venus.
I still get the two sister mixed up.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 09/04/10 at 12:53 am

I still get the two sister mixed up.

Serena is the prettier one. And younger.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/10 at 1:02 am

Serena is the prettier one. And younger.
This one?

http://static.poponthepop.com/images/gallery/serena-williams-butt-photo.jpg

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 09/04/10 at 1:16 am

This one?

http://static.poponthepop.com/images/gallery/serena-williams-butt-photo.jpg

Looks like Serena to me.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/10 at 3:12 am

Looks like Serena to me.
So she will not win this year.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/10 at 3:13 am

CYCLING:

Team Sky withdraw from Tour of Spain following death of masseur Txema Gonzalez

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/10 at 3:41 am

ATHLETICS:

Double European champion Mo Farah announces his withdrawal from the Commonwealth Games because of fatigue.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/10 at 3:42 am

BOXING:

Ricky Burns declares himself unfazed by the antics of Roman Martinez at the weigh-in for Saturday's WBO super-featherweight title fight in Glasgow.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/10 at 3:42 am

MOTOGP:

Spanish rider Dani Pedrosa makes up for falling last year with victory in the Indianapolis MotoGP.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/10 at 3:43 am

FORMULA 1:

Formula One's governing body says "a lot of work remains to be completed" before the Yeongam venue is ready for the inaugural Korean Grand Prix.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/10 at 3:44 am

FORMULA 1:

Formula One's governing body says "a lot of work remains to be completed" before the Yeongam venue is ready for the inaugural Korean Grand Prix.
...and the race is due on 24 October.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/10 at 3:53 am

FORMULA 1:

Lotus test driver Nabil Jeffri, a 16-year-old Malaysian, predicts he will become an F1 world champion in the future.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/10 at 3:54 am

FORMULA 1:

Lotus test driver Nabil Jeffri, a 16-year-old Malaysian, predicts he will become an F1 world champion in the future.
You heard hear first!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/10 at 3:57 am

HOCKEY:

England came from a goal behind to earn a 1-1 draw with South Korea as they continued their unbeaten start to the Women's Hockey World Cup in Argentina.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/10 at 4:02 am

Scotland had to settle for a point in Kaunas as they and Lithuania failed to find a way to goal in their Euro 2012 Group I qualifying opener.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/10 at 4:27 am

Birmingham-based fencer Rhys Melia believes he is in a good position to reach the 2012 Olympics.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 09/04/10 at 6:19 am

Serena is the prettier one. And younger.

This one?

http://static.poponthepop.com/images/gallery/serena-williams-butt-photo.jpg

Yes, her hair did look like that at one point.

And by the way, Venus is only a month older than me.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/10 at 9:41 am

MODERN PENTATHLON:

British women win team silver at Modern Pentathlon World Championships in China

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/10 at 9:42 am

MODERN PENTATHLON:

British women win team silver at Modern Pentathlon World Championships in China
France won gold, while Germany won bronze.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/10 at 10:10 am

MOTOGP:

Dani Pedrosa takes pole position for Sunday's San Marino MotoGP Grand Prix

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/10 at 11:32 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Roger Federer, Caroline Wozniacki, Maria Sharapova and Novak Djokovic are among the players in action on day six of the US Open at Flushing Meadows.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/10 at 1:17 pm

GOLF:

Spain's Miguel Angel Jimenez maintained a three-shot lead over Italian Ryder Cup team-mate Edoardo Molinari heading into the European Masters final round.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/10 at 1:32 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Exeter Chiefs beat Gloucester 22-10 on Premiership debut

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/10 at 3:51 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Roger Federer advances to US Open fourth round after straight sets win over Paul-Henri Mathieu

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 09/04/10 at 6:05 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Roger Federer advances to US Open fourth round after straight sets win over Paul-Henri Mathieu

Not sure if I ever heard of the losing player before :-\\

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/10 at 1:33 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Novak Djokovic and Svetlana Kuznetsova win the night session matches on day six

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/10 at 4:29 am

HOCKEY:

England's women secured a place in the Hockey World Cup semi-finals for the first time since 1990, after beating South Africa while Korea draw with Spain.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/10 at 4:31 am

US SOCCER:

Bob Bradley has signed a new four-year extension to his contract as United States coach, ending speculation linking him with the Aston Villa job.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/10 at 12:37 pm

MOTOGP:

Japanese Moto2 rider Shoya Tomizawa dies after suffering a crash at San Marino Grand Prix

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/10 at 12:38 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Kim Clijsters thrashes Ana Ivanovic 6-2 6-1 to reach US Open quarter-finals

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/10 at 12:40 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Salford win 16-12 to hand Wakefield their sixth straight defeat in Super League

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/10 at 12:40 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Northampton beat reigning champions Leicester 27-19; Bath 32-16 winners over Leeds

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/10 at 1:44 pm

RUGBY UNION:

New Zealand beat England 13-10 to win the women's World Cup final at The Stoop

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/10 at 2:47 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Britain's number one Andy Murray plays Stanislas Wawrinka in the third round of the US Open after wins for Kim Clijsters and Venus Williams on day seven at Flushing Meadows.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/10 at 3:40 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Fernando Verdasco beats David Nalbandian 6-2 3-6 6-3 6-2,

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/10 at 3:41 pm

GOLF:

Spain's Miguel Angel Jimenez holds off the challenge of his Italian Ryder Cup team-mate Edoardo Molinari to win the European Masters by three strokes.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/10 at 3:44 pm

GOLF:

England's Laura Davies birdied the final hole to win the Uniqa Ladies Golf Open in Fohrenwald-Wiener Neustadt, Austria and seal her 75th career title.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/06/10 at 12:16 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Bath sign France sevens and former under-21 winger Jacques Boussuge from Montpellier

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/06/10 at 12:17 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Andy Murray was at a loss to explain the physical problems he suffered during his surprise defeat by Stanislas Wawrinka in the US Open third round.

The Briton, seeded fourth, appeared unable to move freely after requiring treatment on his thigh in the third set and his neck in the fourth.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/06/10 at 12:18 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Andy Murray was at a loss to explain the physical problems he suffered during his surprise defeat by Stanislas Wawrinka in the US Open third round.

The Briton, seeded fourth, appeared unable to move freely after requiring treatment on his thigh in the third set and his neck in the fourth.
Wawrinka eventually came through 6-7 (3-7) 7-6 (7-4) 6-3 6-3.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/06/10 at 12:18 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Novak Djokovic and Caroline Wozniacki are in action at the US Open, with Svetlana Kuznetsova up first and Roger Federer playing later.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 09/06/10 at 7:13 pm

Wawrinka eventually came through 6-7 (3-7) 7-6 (7-4) 6-3 6-3.

So I assume in England today, he's a Scot ;D

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/10 at 12:59 am

So I assume in England today, he's a Scot ;D
You can put it that way...

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/10 at 12:59 am

GOLF:

Charley Hoffman shoots 62 to win Deutsche Bank Championship; Tiger Woods stays world number one

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/10 at 1:00 am

FOOTBALL:

Kris Boyd, James McFadden and Lee Wallace return for Scotland Euro qualifier v Liechtenstein

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/10 at 1:00 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Roger Federer beats Jurgen Melzer 6-3 7-6 (7-4) 6-3 to reach the quarter-finals

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 09/07/10 at 11:12 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Roger Federer beats Jurgen Melzer 6-3 7-6 (7-4) 6-3 to reach the quarter-finals

I watched parts of that on ESPN2 last night, along with baseball games on other channels.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/10 at 12:45 pm

GOLF:

Tiger Woods given wildcard place in US Ryder Cup team

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/10 at 3:25 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Venus Williams and Kim Clijsters are in US Open quarter-final action, while Rafael Nadal also plays on day nine at Flushing Meadows.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/10 at 3:26 pm

So I assume in England today, he's a Scot ;D
The same for Greg Rusedski being Canadian!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/10 at 3:27 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Top seed Caroline Wozniacki won an enthralling contest of big-hitting against Maria Sharapova to reach the quarter-finals of the US Open.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/10 at 3:27 pm

Britain's Laura Robson dropped just three games against Anna Karolina Schmiedlova as she advanced to the second round of the junior US Open.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/10 at 1:21 am

WORLD CRICKET:

England batsman Kevin Pietersen hopes to play for South African franchise Kwa-Zulu Natal in two matches as a warm-up for this winter's Ashes.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/10 at 1:23 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Top seed Caroline Wozniacki beats Dominika Cibulkova 6-2 7-5 to reach semi-finals

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/10 at 1:23 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Roger Federer beats Robin Soderling 6-4 6-4 7-5 to reach the semi-finals

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/10 at 12:28 pm

FOOTBALL:

John Toshack departs as Wales manager after a six-year reign with immediate effect by "mutual consent".

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/10 at 12:29 pm

TENNIS:

Britain's Laura Robson out of the US Open junior singles after 6-3 6-2 defeat by Robin Anderson

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/10 at 12:29 pm

CYCLING:

Mark Cavendish wins the 12th stage of the Tour of Spain

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/10 at 12:30 pm

GOLF:

The third event of the FedEx Cup play-offs is under way in Chicago.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/10 at 12:30 pm

CRICKET:

Pakistan bowler Wahab Riaz will be questioned by Scotland Yard on 14 September in relation to allegations of corruption.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/10 at 1:09 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Rafael Nadal bt Fernando Verdasco 7-5 6-3 6-4 to set up semi-final with Mikhail Youzhny

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/10 at 1:09 am

HOCKEY:

England lose penalty shoot-out to Netherlands in women's hockey World Cup semi-final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/10 at 1:09 am

FOOTBALL (non-English):

Portugal coach Carlos Queiroz sacked by Portuguese Football Federation

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/10 at 1:10 am

GOLF:

Ian Poulter ends the first round of the FedEx Cup in Chicago in third place despite a double-bogey six at the 10th hole.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/10 at 1:32 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Caroline Wozniacki remains on track for a first Grand Slam title after overcoming both Dominika Cibulkova and the windy conditions at the US Open.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/10 at 1:32 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Novak Djokovic made short work of Gael Monfils to reach the semi-finals of the US Open for the fourth year running.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/10 at 1:33 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Five-time champion Roger Federer produced a stunning display to beat fifth seed Robin Soderling and reach the semi-finals of the US Open.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/10 at 1:34 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Defending champion Kim Clijsters came through a desperately scrappy US Open quarter-final to set up a tantalising last-four clash with Venus Williams.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 09/10/10 at 11:51 am

Lots of tennis action going on, I can see...

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/10 at 2:03 pm

Lots of tennis action going on, I can see...
It will be a busy weekend for that.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/10 at 2:04 pm

FOOTBALL:

Wayne Rooney and his wife Coleen appeal for privacy over allegations about their private life

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/10 at 2:05 pm

CYCLING:

Mark Cavendish wins 13th stage of the Tour of Spain

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/10 at 2:05 pm

CYCLING:

Mark Cavendish wins the 12th stage of the Tour of Spain

CYCLING:

Mark Cavendish wins 13th stage of the Tour of Spain
That is stages in a row!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 09/10/10 at 2:06 pm

That is stages in a row!

Two stages?

Or did he win additional ones as well?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/10 at 2:07 pm

Two stages?

Or did he win additional ones as well?
I have to check that out.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/10 at 4:07 pm

Wayne Rooney and his wife Coleen ask the media to respect their privacy while they discuss newspaper allegations about the footballer.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/10 at 4:43 pm

FORMULA 1:

Jenson Button says he needs a podium finish at this weekend's Italian Grand Prix

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/10 at 4:43 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

St Helens come from behind to beat Warrington 28-12 in Super League play-offs

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/10 at 4:44 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Premiership result - Newcastle 29-17 Wasps

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/10 at 4:44 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Top seed Caroline Wozniacki beaten in women's semi-final by Vera Zvonareva, 4-6 3-6

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 09/10/10 at 11:35 pm

US open:
Kim Clijsters beats Venus Williams to advance to the final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/10 at 1:22 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Vera Zvonareva underlined her emergence as a major force in the women's game by outplaying top seed Caroline Wozniacki to reach the US Open final.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/10 at 1:24 am

US open:
Kim Clijsters beats Venus Williams to advance to the final

US OPEN TENNIS:

Vera Zvonareva underlined her emergence as a major force in the women's game by outplaying top seed Caroline Wozniacki to reach the US Open final.
US OPEN TENNIS:

Making it a Kim Clijsters v Vera Zvonareva women's final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 09/11/10 at 1:25 am

US open:
Kim Clijsters beats Venus Williams to advance to the final

Oh well... :-\\

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/10 at 2:12 am

GOLF:

Europe Ryder Cup reject Paul Casey leads a strong English showing in the second round of the BMW Championship.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/10 at 7:37 am

FORMULA 1:

Qualifying for the Italian GP is under way after McLaren's Lewis Hamilton sets the fastest time in final practice.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/10 at 7:38 am

FORMULA 1:

Qualifying for the Italian GP is under way after McLaren's Lewis Hamilton sets the fastest time in final practice.
Lewis Hamilton fastest for McLaren in the third practice session for Italian Grand Prix

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/10 at 9:13 am

FORMULA 1:

Fernando Alonso takes pole for the Italian GP ahead of Jenson Button and Felipe Massa

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/10 at 9:49 am

HORSE RACING:

Arctic Cosmos, ridden by William Buick, wins the St Leger for trainer John Gosden

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/10 at 3:19 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Roger Federer meets Novak Djokovic in the US Open semi-finals for the right to face Rafael Nadal, with the women's final to follow on Super Saturday.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/10 at 3:22 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Hull KR beat local rivals Hull FC 21-4 in Super League play-offs

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 09/11/10 at 10:12 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Making it a Kim Clijsters v Vera Zvonareva women's final

Clijsters wins!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 09/11/10 at 10:13 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Roger Federer meets Novak Djokovic in the US Open semi-finals for the right to face Rafael Nadal, with the women's final to follow on Super Saturday.

Federer loses!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/10 at 1:28 am

FOOTBALL:

David Beckham returns from six months out with injury in 20-minute substitute role for LA Galaxy

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/10 at 1:34 am

Federer loses!
Novak Djokovic saved two match points on his way to a stunning win over Roger Federer in the US Open semi-finals.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/10 at 1:34 am

Clijsters wins!
Defending champion Kim Clijsters thrashed Vera Zvonareva in 59 minutes to win her third US Open title at Flushing Meadows in New York.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/10 at 1:47 am

GOLF:

English pair Ian Poulter and Paul Casey are two shots off the lead going into the last round of the BMW Championship in Illinois.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/10 at 3:13 am

FORMULA 1:

Fernando Alonso takes pole for Ferrari at the Italian Grand Prix, with Jenson Button joining him on the front row.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/10 at 6:57 am

SNOOKER:

Ali Carter takes a 5-4 lead over Jamie Burnett after first session of Shanghai Masters final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/10 at 6:58 am

ATHLETICS:

Kenyan athletics chiefs defend world 800m record holder David Rudisha's decision to pull out of next month's Commonwealth Games.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/10 at 7:03 am

BOXING:

Wladimir Klitschko urges Britain's David Haye to agree to a heavyweight title showdown.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/10 at 7:05 am

HOCKEY:

England secured their best-ever World Cup finish by beating Germany 2-0 in the bronze medal play-off in Argentina.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/10 at 7:35 am

FORMULA 1:

Fernando Alonso takes pole for Ferrari at the Italian Grand Prix, with Jenson Button joining him on the front row.
Championship leader Lewis Hamilton crashes out on the first lap of the Italian Grand Prix as Jenson Button takes the lead from Fernando Alonso.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/10 at 7:39 am

CYCLING:

Germany's Andre Greipel wins Saturday's opening stage of the Tour of Britain, with Russell Downing the best-placed Briton in fourth place.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/10 at 8:00 am

FORMULA 1:

Michael Schumacher is thinking about pulling out of Formula 1 at the end of this season

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 09/12/10 at 9:38 am

Novak Djokovic saved two match points on his way to a stunning win over Roger Federer in the US Open semi-finals.

I heard it was a great match, but I missed it.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/10 at 9:46 am

I heard it was a great match, but I missed it.
I missed it too, other things to do.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/10 at 10:00 am

BOXING:

Ricky Hatton "devastated and distraught" after being filmed allegedly snorting cocaine

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/10 at 11:26 am

RUGBY UNION:

Saracens score three tries to beat Sale 28-13 in Aviva Premiership

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/10 at 11:27 am

GOLF:

European Ryder Cup player Martin Kaymer wins KLM Open in Netherlands by four shots

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/10 at 11:27 am

FORMULA 1:

Fernando Alonso holds off Jenson Button to win the Italian Grand Prix at Monza

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/10 at 12:32 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Saracens score three tries to beat Sale 28-13 in Premiership

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/10 at 12:33 pm

MotoGP:

Scott Redding is ready to race next week after being involved in the accident that killed Shoya Tomizawa at San Marino.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/10 at 12:41 pm

MotoGP:

Seven-times MotoGP world champion Valentino Rossi has led the tributes to rider Shoya Tomizawa, who died in Sunday's Moto2 race in San Marino.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/10 at 2:09 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Rafael Nadal will seek to become only the seventh man to win all four Grand Slam tennis tournaments when he takes on Novak Djokovic in Sunday's US Open final.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/10 at 2:09 pm

RYDER CUP GOLF:

United States captain Corey Pavin says he would drop Tiger Woods at the Ryder Cup if he felt the team would benefit.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/10 at 2:10 pm

RYDER CUP GOLF:

United States captain Corey Pavin says he would drop Tiger Woods at the Ryder Cup if he felt the team would benefit.
...when is the Ryder Cup to be played?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/10 at 2:14 pm

GOLF:

European Ryder Cup player Martin Kaymer's gamble to go for broke paid off as he assumed a one-shot lead at the weather-threatened KLM Open.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/10 at 3:12 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Rafael Nadal will seek to become only the seventh man to win all four Grand Slam tennis tournaments when he takes on Novak Djokovic in Sunday's US Open final.
Is it raining in New York?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/10 at 3:23 pm

WOMEN'S FOOTBALL:

England beat Switzerland 2-0 in first leg of World Cup play-off

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/10 at 3:26 pm

Is it raining in New York?
The BBC has New York for light rain.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 09/12/10 at 6:34 pm

FOOTBALL:

David Beckham returns from six months out with injury in 20-minute substitute role for LA Galaxy

Known as soccer in other parts of the world.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 09/12/10 at 6:37 pm

The 2011 MLB season will reportedly start for most teams on Friday, April 1st (rather than on Mondays like the last several years) and end on Wednesday, September 28th. This would allow the postseason to start on the weekend (either Friday 9/30/11 or Saturday 10/1/11), and the World Series to begin on October 19th -- a Wednesday -- and if it goes to seven games, end on October 27th -- a Thursday. This would allow the World Series to end before Halloween and not spill over into November, barring any unforeseen setbacks.

(This year, the World Series is scheduled to start in the home stadium of the NL champion on Wednesday, October 27th, and the only way it could avoid November is for it to be a sweep (with Game Four on Halloween). If Game Seven is necessary, it will be played on Thursday November 4th.)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 09/12/10 at 7:23 pm

Is it raining in New York?

Rain delay. To be played Monday.

...when is the Ryder Cup to be played?

Early October 2010

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/10 at 1:04 am

Rain delay. To be played Monday.
An extra day of training then?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/10 at 1:26 am

GOLF:

America's Dustin Johnson beats Paul Casey by a shot to win the BMW Championship

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/10 at 1:27 am

BASKETBALL:

USA beat Turkey 81-64 to win men's World Championship final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/14/10 at 1:45 am

Rain delay. To be played Monday
Rafael Nadal joins the ranks of the all-time greats of tennis as he beats Novak Djokovic to win the US Open and complete his set of Grand Slam titles.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/14/10 at 1:45 am

Rafael Nadal joins the ranks of the all-time greats of tennis as he beats Novak Djokovic to win the US Open and complete his set of Grand Slam titles.
The Spaniard, 24, won a rain-interrupted final 6-4 5-7 6-4 6-2 at Flushing Meadows in New York.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/14/10 at 1:46 am

The Spaniard, 24, won a rain-interrupted final 6-4 5-7 6-4 6-2 at Flushing Meadows in New York.
Nadal's first US Open victory takes him to nine Grand Slam titles.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/14/10 at 1:46 am

Nadal's first US Open victory takes him to nine Grand Slam titles.
And he becomes only the seventh man in history to complete the set of majors - Wimbledon, the French, Australian and US Opens.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/14/10 at 1:46 am

And he becomes only the seventh man in history to complete the set of majors - Wimbledon, the French, Australian and US Opens.
Nadal joins Roger Federer, Andre Agassi, Roy Emerson, Rod Laver, Don Budge and Fred Perry in having swept the board, and also becomes the first man since Laver in 1969 to win the French Open, Wimbledon and US Open in the same year.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 09/14/10 at 11:50 am

Nadal joins Roger Federer, Andre Agassi, Roy Emerson, Rod Laver, Don Budge and Fred Perry in having swept the board, and also becomes the first man since Laver in 1969 to win the French Open, Wimbledon and US Open in the same year.

Interesting stats.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/14/10 at 2:09 pm

GOLF:

Lee Westwood is "ahead of schedule" in his recovery from injury and is set to be fit for the Ryder Cup, according to his management team.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/14/10 at 2:12 pm

GOLF:

Tiger Woods plans to use the next two weeks practising for the Ryder Cup after failing to qualify for next week's season-ending Tour Championship.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/14/10 at 3:02 pm

CRICKET:

A Test league and play-off system for international cricket, intended to make matches more competitive, moves a step closer.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/14/10 at 3:09 pm

CRICKET:

The three Pakistan cricketers suspended over spot-fixing allegations will contest the International Cricket Council (ICC) charges against them.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/14/10 at 3:41 pm

CRICKET:

The three Pakistan cricketers suspended over spot-fixing allegations will contest the International Cricket Council (ICC) charges against them.
The Pakistan Cricket Board said Salman Butt, Mohammad Amir and Mohammad Asif had written to the ICC "indicating their intention to defend themselves".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/10 at 1:19 am

CHAMPIONS LEAGUE FOOTBALL:

Barcelona 5-1 Panathinaikos; FC Twente 2-2 Inter Milan; Bursaspor 0-4 Valencia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/10 at 1:20 am

CHAMPIONS LEAGUE FOOTBALL:

Man Utd 0-0 Rangers; Antonio Valencia out for the season with serious ankle injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/10 at 1:33 am

CYCLING:

Mark Cavendish is drawing aim on the Vuelta a Espana points classification crown despite admitting that he had not expected to be in the running for the title at the start of the race.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/10 at 1:33 am

CYCLING:

Michael Albasini retained the yellow jersey despite the best efforts of his Vacansoleil rivals on the fourth stage of the Tour of Britain in Teignmouth.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/10 at 1:34 am

CYCLING:

Michael Albasini retained the yellow jersey despite the best efforts of his Vacansoleil rivals on the fourth stage of the Tour of Britain in Teignmouth.
Wouter Poels won the stage for the Dutch team narrowly ahead of fellow Vacansoleil rider Borut Bozic.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/10 at 12:53 pm

TENNIS:

US Open champion Rafael Nadal shows off the trophy in New York's Times Square

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/10 at 12:53 pm

CRICKET:

ECB suspends Dimitri Mascarenhas for 14 days at start of 2011 season after Twitter comments

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/10 at 12:55 pm

LONDON OLYMPICS 2012:

Volunteers can now apply to work at the London 2012 Olympic Games.

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Written By: nally on 09/15/10 at 5:58 pm

WNBA Finals: Seattle takes 2-games-to-none lead over Atlanta.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/10 at 1:19 am

RUGBY UNION:

"I really believe I might only need one or two games to prove I've still got it" - Gavin Henson

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Written By: nally on 09/16/10 at 1:32 am

2011 MLB season schedule has been released!!

Among the interleague matchups: Angels will host the Braves and Nationals, visit the Mets and Marlins (but not play the Phillies), and maintain the season series with the Dodgers. Dodgers will host the Tigers again, and visit the White Sox and Twins. (Guess they won't see the Royals again until 2014.) Also, the Cubs will visit the Red Sox for the first time since the 1918 World Series! (The teams played each other in 2005 at Wrigley Field, but no other time in interleague play have they met.)

It's official, the 2011 season will start for most teams on Friday, April 1st, and end on the 28th of September. Some teams will begin on Thursday March 31st, however. This will be to ensure that the World Series ends before Halloween, barring any setbacks.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/10 at 12:38 pm

Man City face Red Bull Salzburg in their opening Europa League group game and England Women bid to reach the World Cup, while Liverpool entertain Steaua Bucharest later.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/10 at 12:39 pm

CYCLING:

Mark Cavendish wins 18th stage of Tour of Spain, his third victory in this year's event

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/10 at 12:41 pm

Organisers of the London 2012 Games want the finish of the marathon moved to the Mall from the Olympic Stadium.

The original route would have seen competitors run past many of the city's major landmarks before heading east to the stadium in Stratford.

But concerns have been raised that miles of the route would be outside the city centre, lack spectators and give a dull backdrop for television coverage.

The proposed new route would take several loops around central London.

Runners would pass landmarks such as the House of Parliament, St Paul's Cathedral and Tower Bridge before finishing in the Mall.

A London 2012 spokeswoman said: "We have not yet confirmed all the details of the marathon route, we are in the process of finalising all the details and we hope to announce an approved route shortly."

Any change to the route will have to be agreed by a number of bodies including the International Olympics Committee, the international athletics body IAAF and several London councils.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/10 at 2:13 pm

FOOTBALL:

England Women beat Switzerland 3-2 to secure their place in the 2011 World Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/10 at 2:13 pm

GOLF:

Ryder Cup star Graeme McDowell hits five birdies on the back nine in a round of 69 to lie four shots off the lead after the first round of the Austrian Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/10 at 2:36 pm

ATHLETICS (GREAT NORTH RUN):

Two-time winner Martin Lel pulls out of Sunday's Great North Run because of injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/10 at 2:37 pm

Olympics:

Biometric hand and eyeball scanners are being installed on the Olympic Park in east London to stop terrorists posing as workmen gaining access to the site.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/17/10 at 1:34 am

FORMULA1:

Lewis Hamilton vows to reignite his title challenge in Singapore after retiring in Monza, while Jenson Button says he expects the drivers' battle to go to the last race.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/17/10 at 3:03 pm

SNOOKER:

John Higgins accepts fellow players will "doubt" him despite being cleared of match-fixing

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/17/10 at 3:12 pm

CYCLING:

Borut Bozic wins seventh stage of Tour of Britain in Colchester to stay second in overall standings

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/17/10 at 3:17 pm

DAVIS CUP TENNIS:

France take on Argentina and Serbia meet the Czech Republic in the Davis Cup semi-finals, while the World Group play-offs are also under way.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/17/10 at 4:27 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Wigan thrash Hull KR 42-18 to reach Super League qualifying semi-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/17/10 at 4:27 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Northampton maintain 100% Premiership start by beating Bath 31-10.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/17/10 at 4:28 pm

DAVIS CUP TENNIS:

Gael Monfils gives France a commanding 2-0 lead over Argentina in the Davis Cup semi-finals with an impressive defeat of David Nalbandian.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/17/10 at 5:50 pm

Dani Pedrosa signs a two-year contract extension to stay with the Repsol Honda MotoGP team until the end of the 2012 season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/10 at 1:18 am

HORSE RACING:

Uplawmoor trainer Jim Goldie is hopeful that Hawkeyethenoo can become the first Scottish winner of the Ayr Gold Cup for 35 years.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/10 at 1:19 am

BOXING:

Britain's Olympic gold medallist James DeGale has his first crack at 12-rounds when he takes on Carl Dilks in an eliminator for the British title.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/10 at 1:19 am

BOXING:

England's Nicola Adams and Savannah Marshall will fight for world titles on Saturday after winning their women's World Boxing semi-finals in Barbados.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/10 at 1:24 am

RYDER CUP GOLF:

Padraig Harrington warns Europe to beware a motivated Tiger Woods at next month's Ryder Cup against the United States at Celtic Manor.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/10 at 1:51 am

WORLD FOOTBALL:

Togo's football authorities are investigating allegations that a fake national team played a match against Bahrain earlier this month

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/10 at 1:51 am

WORLD FOOTBALL:

Togo's football authorities are investigating allegations that a fake national team played a match against Bahrain earlier this month
Bahrain won the friendly match 3-0, but said they were surprised by the poor quality of the Togolese team.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/10 at 1:54 am

Bahrain won the friendly match 3-0, but said they were surprised by the poor quality of the Togolese team.
Togo later said it had never sent its national team to play in the game, staged at the national stadium in Riffa on 7 September.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/10 at 1:54 am

Togo later said it had never sent its national team to play in the game, staged at the national stadium in Riffa on 7 September.
...the plot thickens!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/10 at 8:52 am

ATHLETICS:

Andy Turner wins hurdles race to hand England win over Australia in Great City Games

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/10 at 8:53 am

DAVIS CUP TENNIS:

France take on Argentina and Serbia meet the Czech Republic in the Davis Cup semi-finals, while the World Group play-offs are also under way.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/10 at 9:02 am

TENNIS:

Andy Murray's former coach Miles Maclagan is to return to work with world number 31 Philipp Kohlschreiber,

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/10 at 9:59 am

HORSE RACING:

Frankie Dettori and Redford win the Ayr Gold Cup

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Written By: Frank on 09/18/10 at 11:32 am

DAVIS CUP TENNIS:

France take on Argentina and Serbia meet the Czech Republic in the Davis Cup semi-finals, while the World Group play-offs are also under way.

GO (Anyone but France)!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/10 at 12:00 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Premiership results - Wasps 37-30 Leicester; Exeter 22-17 Newcastle

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/10 at 2:54 pm

BOXING:

Nathan Cleverly stops Karo Murat in 10th rd in WBO light-heavyweight title final eliminator

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/10 at 3:34 pm

GO (Anyone but France)!
France reach the Davis Cup final by taking an unassailable 3-0 lead over Argentina in Lyon.

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Written By: Frank on 09/18/10 at 6:53 pm

France reach the Davis Cup final by taking an unassailable 3-0 lead over Argentina in Lyon.

sadness. Fudge France.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/10 at 3:40 am

sadness. Fudge France.
Has this been justified in the right topic concerned?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/10 at 3:41 am

BOXING:

Matthew Macklin stops Shalva Jormardashvili in 6th round to win European middleweight title

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/10 at 3:42 am

BOXING:

Former world boxing champion Ricky Hatton speaks of his "disgust" at his drinking and drug taking but insists he does not have a problem.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/10 at 3:42 am

GOLF:

David Lynn produces a stunning round to share the third-round lead with Danny Willett at the Austrian Open, with US Open champion Graeme McDowell two back.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/10 at 3:43 am

CYCLING:

Mark Cavendish fails to add to his total in the penultimate stage of the Tour of Spain, but remains in pole position to take the points title.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/10 at 3:44 am

SNOOKER:

World champion Neil Robertson overcomes his Crucible final opponent Graeme Dott once again with victory in the third round of the World Open in Glasgow.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/10 at 5:51 am

ATHLETICS:

Ethiopia's Berhane Adere wins women's race at the Great North Run; GB's Mara Yamauchi fifth

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/10 at 5:51 am

ATHLETICS:

Ethiopia's Haile Gebrselassie wins the 30th Great North Run by a huge distance

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/10 at 5:52 am

RUGBY UNION:

England and Harlequins wing Ugo Monye out for up to 12 weeks after toe surgery

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/10 at 5:52 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Leroy Cudjoe's second dramatic late try in a week beats Warrington to see Huddersfield through to the play-off semi-finals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/10 at 8:18 am

MOTOGP:

Australian Casey Stoner wins Aragon MotoGP with Dani Pedrosa second and Nicky Hayden third

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/10 at 8:18 am

RUGBY LEAGUE :

St Helens opt to play Huddersfield in Grand Final eliminator; Wigan v Leeds in other semi

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/10 at 9:03 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Scottish Premier League result - Kilmarnock 1-2 Celtic

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/10 at 9:49 am

GOLF:

England's David Lynn forces a play-off against Spain's Jose Manuel Lara for Austrian Open title

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/10 at 12:12 pm

CYCLING:

Britain's Mark Cavendish wins Tour of Spain points classification title

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/10 at 12:13 pm

GOLF:

Spain's Jose Manuel Lara beats England's David Lynn in a play-off to win the Austrian Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/10 at 12:38 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Premiership results - Leeds 14-26 Saracens; London Irish 23-16 Gloucester

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/10 at 1:14 am

TENNIS:

Serbia beat Czech Republic 3-2 to reach Davis Cup final against France

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/10 at 1:14 am

SNOOKER:

Jimmy White into World Open fourth round after 3-1 win over Paul Davison

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/10 at 1:15 am

GOLF:

Britain's Laura Davies shot a final round of 71 to win the Open de Espana and secure her 76th career title.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/10 at 1:15 am

TENNIS:

Britain's Anne Keothavong has been ruled out for three weeks because of a persistent hip injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/10 at 12:32 pm

SNOOKER:

Ronnie O'Sullivan makes 147 break on the way to beating Mark King 3-0 at World Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/10 at 1:43 pm

TENNIS:

British number one Elena Baltacha moves into the second round of the Korea Open with victory over So-Jung Kim.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/10 at 1:44 pm

FORMULA1:

Belgian Jerome D'Ambrosio will take part in the Friday practice after joining Virgin and Sauber sign Esteban Gutierrez as 2011 reserve.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/10 at 2:40 pm

COMMONWEALTH GAMES 2010:

India's sports minister MS Gill defends security arrangements in Delhi for next month's Commonwealth Games.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/10 at 2:41 pm

COMMONWEALTH GAMES 2010:

Pole vaulter Bryony Raine wins a call up for the Team Wales squad at next month's Commonwealth Games.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/10 at 2:41 pm

COMMONWEALTH GAMES 2010:

European 400m champion Hannah Miley is aware that she is a target for other medal hopefuls as she prepares for the Commonwealth Games in Delhi.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/10 at 2:42 pm

COMMONWEALTH GAMES 2010:

All of the venues to be used at this year's Commonwealth Games in Delhi have been passed as fit for use.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/10 at 2:42 pm

COMMONWEALTH GAMES 2010:

It was feared that some events at the Games, which run from 3-14 October, may have to be cancelled after organisers missed a 31 August completion deadline.

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Written By: nally on 09/20/10 at 6:57 pm

COMMONWEALTH GAMES 2010:

It was feared that some events at the Games, which run from 3-14 October, may have to be cancelled after organisers missed a 31 August completion deadline.

Commonwealth Games? Is that something similar to olympics, in that it's a multinational series of sporting events?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/10 at 1:41 am

Commonwealth Games? Is that something similar to olympics, in that it's a multinational series of sporting events?
The Commonwealth Games is a multinational, multi-sport event which features competitions involving thousands of elite athletes from members of the Commonwealth of Nations.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/10 at 1:42 am

The Commonwealth Games is a multinational, multi-sport event which features competitions involving thousands of elite athletes from members of the Commonwealth of Nations.
Commonwealth of Nations used to be called the British Commonwealth

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/10 at 1:43 am

The Commonwealth Games is a multinational, multi-sport event which features competitions involving thousands of elite athletes from members of the Commonwealth of Nations.
Commonwealth of Nations

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/10 at 1:43 am

Commonwealth of Nations
Includes Canada and Australia

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Written By: nally on 09/21/10 at 10:31 am

The Commonwealth Games is a multinational, multi-sport event which features competitions involving thousands of elite athletes from members of the Commonwealth of Nations.

Commonwealth of Nations used to be called the British Commonwealth

Commonwealth of Nations

Includes Canada and Australia

Thanks for all that info, Philip! I even clicked on the Wikipedia link to read more details about 'em. :)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/10 at 1:32 pm

COMMONWEALTH GAMES 2010:

It was feared that some events at the Games, which run from 3-14 October, may have to be cancelled after organisers missed a 31 August completion deadline.
English athletes Phillips Idowu, Christine Ohuruogu and Lisa Dobriskey have all pulled out of next month's Commonwealth Games.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/10 at 1:32 pm

English athletes Phillips Idowu, Christine Ohuruogu and Lisa Dobriskey have all pulled out of next month's Commonwealth Games.
It is understood world triple jump champion Idowu has concerns over Games preparations, whereas Ohuruogu and Dobriskey both have injury worries.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/10 at 1:32 pm

It is understood world triple jump champion Idowu has concerns over Games preparations, whereas Ohuruogu and Dobriskey both have injury worries.
All three were due to defend their Commonwealth titles in Delhi.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/10 at 1:33 pm

RUGBY UNION:

London Irish centre Elvis Seveali'i banned for two weeks for a dangerous tackle

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/10 at 1:34 pm

TENNIS:

World number one Rafael Nadal confirms he will play at Queen's Club in 2011

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/10 at 1:35 pm

GOLF:

The BBC will continue to broadcast the Masters live on terrestrial TV after signing a new deal to cover the first major of the golfing year.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/10 at 1:30 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Kyle Lafferty scores hat-trick as Rangers beat Dunfermline 7-2 in CIS Cup third round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/10 at 1:32 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES 2010:

Scotland and England are concerned that the poor quality of the athletes' village in Delhi may put the entire Commonwealth Games in doubt.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/10 at 1:50 am

TENNIS:

Andy Murray says he needs to get physically stronger and improve his game if he is to challenge world number one Rafael Nadal.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/10 at 1:51 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES 2010:

More Australian athletes may withdraw from the Commonwealth Games in Delhi, Australia's sports minister has said.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/10 at 1:51 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES 2010:

European 400m champion Hannah Miley is aware that she is a target for other medal hopefuls as she prepares for the Commonwealth Games in Delhi.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/10 at 1:52 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES 2010:

David Davies and Jazz Carlin will spearhead Wales' swimming challenge at the 2010 Commonwealth Games in India.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/10 at 1:28 pm

COMMONWEALTH GAMES 2010:

The first 22 members of the England team will fly to Delhi on Thursday as planned

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/10 at 1:29 pm

SNOOKER:

Ronnie O'Sullivan or Jimmy White to face Stephen Hendry in last 16 of the World Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/10 at 1:32 pm

2012 Olympics: Bid to move marathon finish to the Mall

Organisers of the London 2012 Games want the finish of the marathon moved to the Mall from the Olympic Stadium.

The original route would have seen competitors run past many of the city's major landmarks before heading east to the stadium in Stratford.

But concerns have been raised that miles of the route would be outside the city centre, lack spectators and give a dull backdrop for television coverage.

The proposed new route would take several loops around central London.

Runners would pass landmarks such as the House of Parliament, St Paul's Cathedral and Tower Bridge before finishing in the Mall.

A London 2012 spokeswoman said: "We have not yet confirmed all the details of the marathon route, we are in the process of finalising all the details and we hope to announce an approved route shortly."

Any change to the route will have to be agreed by a number of bodies including the International Olympics Committee, the international athletics body IAAF and several London councils.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/10 at 3:03 pm

GOLF:

Colin Montgomerie says he knows first Ryder Cup pairings & says all 12 players will appear on day one

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/10 at 1:13 am

TENNIS:

Hungary's eighth seed Agnes Szavay beats Britain's Elena Baltacha 6-3 7-5 in Seoul

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/10 at 1:14 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

New Zealand team join Canada and Scotland in delaying their departure to Delhi

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/10 at 1:55 am

SNOOKER:

World champion Neil Robertson books his place in the last 16 of the World Open with a 3-1 win against David Morris.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/10 at 1:40 pm

SNOOKER:

Ronnie O'Sullivan beats Jimmy White 3-1 at the World Open

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/10 at 1:40 pm

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

DELHI 2010:

England men's hockey team to initially stay at holding camp in India

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/10 at 1:41 pm

BOXING:

Former world champion Ricky Hatton stripped of boxing licence following drug revelations

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/10 at 1:41 pm

BOXING:

Former world champion Ricky Hatton stripped of boxing licence following drug revelations
Hatton allowed to keep promoter's licence but also fined £20,000

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/10 at 1:42 pm

THE ASHES (Cricket):

Monty Panesar and Chris Tremlett have won much-coveted places in the Ashes squad to tour Australia this winter.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/10 at 1:43 pm

THE ASHES (Cricket):

England Ashes Test squad:
Andrew Strauss (captain, Middlesex), Alastair Cook (vice-captain, Essex), James Anderson (Lancashire), Ian Bell (Warwickshire), Tim Bresnan (Yorkshire), Stuart Broad (Nottinghamshire), Paul Collingwood (Durham), Steven Davies (wk, Surrey), Steven Finn (Middlesex), Eoin Morgan (Middlesex), Monty Panesar (Sussex), Kevin Pietersen (Hampshire), Matt Prior (wk, Sussex), Graeme Swann (Nottinghamshire), Chris Tremlett (Surrey), Jonathan Trott (Warwickshire).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/10 at 1:16 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES DELHI 2010:

The England team will travel to the Commonwealth Games in Delhi after "unanimously" agreeing the decision with its 17 member sports.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/10 at 1:16 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES DELHI 2010:

Olympic cycling champion Geraint Thomas of Wales pulls out with health fears

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/10 at 1:17 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES DELHI 2010:

Australian Olympic chief John Coates says Delhi should not have been hosts

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/10 at 1:17 am

GOLF:

Luke Donald and Paul Casey share lead with Geoff Ogilvy at Tour Championship finale in US

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/10 at 11:53 am

SNOOKER:

Ronnie O'Sullivan beats Stephen Hendry 3-1 to reach World Open quarter-finals in Glasgow

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/10 at 11:53 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

England chef de mission Craig Hunter says more and swift action is still needed

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/10 at 11:55 am

FORMULA 1:

Sebastian Vettel leads Red Bull one-two in Singapore GP practice from Jenson Button

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/10 at 11:56 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

England warn "more and swift action is required" at the Commonwealth Games' village before a second wave of their team arrive in Delhi on Sunday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/10 at 1:40 pm

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

England diver Peter Waterfield withdraws citing concerns over safety

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/10 at 12:34 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Super League play-off - St Helens 42-22 Huddersfield

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/10 at 12:35 am

SNOOKER:

Neil Robertson beats Andrew Higginson 3-2 to reach the World Open quarter-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/10 at 12:36 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

Federation president Michael Fennell says all 71 countries will take part

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/10 at 1:08 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

The head of the Commonwealth Games Federation says "extensive work" is needed to ready the athletes' village for the opening of the Games on 3 October.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/10 at 4:52 am

TENNIS:

British teenager Laura Robson reaches main draw of the Pan Pacific Open in Tokyo

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/10 at 6:25 am

FORMULA1:

The five title contenders make their final preparations for qualifying ahead of Sunday's Singapore Grand Prix.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/10 at 6:25 am

GOLF:

Padraig Harrington recovers from poor start to post a three-under 69 in Vivendi Cup third round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/10 at 7:18 am

FORMULA 1:

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel fastest in Singapore GP practice from Ferrari's Fernando Alonso

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/10 at 7:20 am

CRICKET:

The England and Wales Cricket Board has told BBC Sport that batsman Jonathan Trott's scuffle with Pakistan bowler Wahab Riaz is a "closed matter".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/10 at 7:52 am

TENNIS:

The French Open may remain at the current Roland Garros site rather than being relocated to Paris's suburbs.

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Written By: Frank on 09/25/10 at 10:17 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

The head of the Commonwealth Games Federation says "extensive work" is needed to ready the athletes' village for the opening of the Games on 3 October.

Yes. I hope the work gets completed on time.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/10 at 10:24 am

Yes. I hope the work gets completed on time.
So do I, I enjoy the chance of England winning medals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/10 at 11:27 am

FORMULA 1:

Ferrari's Fernando Alonso on pole for Singapore GP ahead of Vettel & Hamilton

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/10 at 11:28 am

HORSE RACING:

Frankie Dettori wins four races on trot at Ascot including QEII Stakes on Poet's Voice

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/10 at 11:31 am

SNOOKER:

Mark Williams comes from 2-0 down to beat Ding Junhui 3-2 and reach World Open semi-finals

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Written By: nally on 09/25/10 at 12:00 pm

GOLF:

Luke Donald and Paul Casey share lead with Geoff Ogilvy at Tour Championship finale in US

I always like when sports competitions get interesting, rather than one contender running away with the lead.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/10 at 1:05 pm

I always like when sports competitions get interesting, rather than one contender running away with the lead.
The same when a football match is level scores and with 10 minutes to go before the final whistle.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/10 at 1:23 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Wigan beat Leeds 26-6 to set up Grand Final against St Helens

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/10 at 2:07 pm

Olympic medallist James Cracknell says he is "lucky to be alive" after fracturing his skull in a bike accident in the US.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/10 at 2:09 pm

London Olympics: 671 days to go

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/10 at 2:40 pm

SNOOKER:

Ronnie O'Sullivan beats Stephen Maguire 3-1 to reach World Open semi-finals

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Written By: nally on 09/25/10 at 3:30 pm

The same when a football match is level scores and with 10 minutes to go before the final whistle.

The same with division races in Major League Baseball. Right now the National League West division is up for grabs between the San Francisco Giants, San Diego Padres, and Colorado Rockies.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/10 at 3:42 pm

The same with division races in Major League Baseball. Right now the National League West division is up for grabs between the San Francisco Giants, San Diego Padres, and Colorado Rockies.
Cricket too has it's exciting moments, especially towards the closing of the innings

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Written By: nally on 09/25/10 at 11:52 pm

Cricket too has it's exciting moments, especially towards the closing of the innings

Individual games also have their exciting moments when they get close in the scoring. Sometimes a team will overcome a huge deficit and win the game.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/10 at 2:59 am

From another topic on this board...

September 26th 1908 – Ed Reulbach becomes the first and only pitcher to throw two shutouts in one day against the Brooklyn Dodgers.

What is a shutout in baseball?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/10 at 3:23 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

England say 48 team members will move into athletes' village in Delhi on Monday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/10 at 3:24 am

SNOOKER:

Ronnie O'Sullivan beats Stephen Maguire 3-1 to reach World Open semi-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/10 at 3:24 am

TENNIS:

Britain's Laura Robson loses 6-4 6-3 to Hungarian Greta Arn in Pan Pacific Open in Tokyo

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/10 at 3:24 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

About 80 members of Team Scotland and 50 from Team Wales land in Delhi

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/10 at 3:41 am

TENNIS:

World number one Serena Williams has pulled out of October's China Open because she is still not fully recovered from a foot injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/10 at 3:42 am

Aaron Cook, Tony Grisman and Bianca Walkden are winners at the British International Taekwondo Championships.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/10 at 4:21 am

The Coupe Aeronautique Gordon Bennett is the world's oldest and most presigious aviation race starts today in Bristol. It is an International Gas Balloon Race. The winner is the one that travels the furthest.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/10 at 4:22 am

The Coupe Aeronautique Gordon Bennett is the world's oldest and most presigious aviation race starts today in Bristol. It is an International Gas Balloon Race. The winner is the one that travels the furthest.
The winds are taking the balloonists south, so this is no chance of seeing them pass over London.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/10 at 7:52 am

FORMULA 1:

Bernie Eccestone admits there are doubts about whether next month's Korean GP will happen

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/10 at 8:08 am

GOLF:

Padraig Harrington shoots 64 at Vivendi Trophy in final round before the Ryder Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/10 at 8:12 am

FORMULA 1:

Singapore Grand Prix

Lap 31: Alonso leads Vettel but the German is right on his rival's tail. Back markers complicating things too. This is getting extremely tense.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/10 at 8:25 am

FORMULA 1:

Singapore Grand Prix

Lap 36: Bad news for McLaren. Lewis Hamilton is out of the Singapore Grand Prix

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/10 at 9:13 am

FORMULA 1:

Ferrari's Fernando Alonso wins Singapore Grand Prix from Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/10 at 9:46 am

SNOOKER:

Ronnie O'Sullivan beats Peter Ebdon 3-1 to reach the World Open final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/10 at 12:13 pm

Rugby league player Terry Newton found dead

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/10 at 12:14 pm

Rugby league player Terry Newton found dead
RFL chairman Richard Lewis "deeply shocked and saddened" by Terry Newton's death

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/10 at 12:15 pm

SNOOKER:

Neil Robertson beats Mark Williams 3-2 to book World Open final with Ronnie O'Sullivan

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/10 at 12:16 pm

SNOOKER:

Ronnie O'Sullivan beats Peter Ebdon 3-1 to reach the World Open final

SNOOKER:

Neil Robertson beats Mark Williams 3-2 to book World Open final with Ronnie O'Sullivan
World Open final to be played tonight between Ronnie O'Sullivan and Neil Robertson.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/10 at 1:16 pm

GOLF:

Padraig Harrington hits top form ahead of the Ryder Cup with a 64 in the final round of the Vivendi Cup in Paris, as John Parry captures his maiden European Tour title.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/10 at 1:17 pm

GOLF:

Play suspended in final round of Tour Championship because of danger of lightning

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/10 at 1:20 pm

Tour de France star Mark Cavendish says he will only let injury prevent him from competing in the Commonwealth Games despite the problems in Delhi

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/10 at 2:05 pm

Former England midfielder Paul Gascoigne has been appointed the new manger of non-league club Garforth Town.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/10 at 3:19 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Saracens beat Northampton 24-17 to end Saints' unbeaten Premiership record

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Written By: nally on 09/26/10 at 8:08 pm

From another topic on this board...

What is a shutout in baseball?

A shutout is when one team does not score any runs. If a pitcher pitches a shutout, he does not allow the opposing team to score.

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Written By: nally on 09/26/10 at 8:09 pm

RFL chairman Richard Lewis "deeply shocked and saddened" by Terry Newton's death

As would many other people, especially fans of the sport. :\'(

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/10 at 1:22 am

A shutout is when one team does not score any runs. If a pitcher pitches a shutout, he does not allow the opposing team to score.
It must be similar to bowling a maiden (no runs scored for the over) in cricket.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/10 at 1:22 am

GOLF:

Jim Furyk wins Tour Championship and with it Fedex Cup series worth over £7m

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/10 at 1:22 am

SNOOKER:

Neil Robertson beats Ronnie O'Sullivan 5-1 to win the World Open in Glasgow

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/10 at 1:22 am

TENNIS:

Laura Robson's campaign ends with defeat by Greta Arn at the Pan Pacific Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/10 at 1:31 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

Britain's number one tennis player Elena Baltacha has withdrawn from the Commonwealth Games in Delhi because of health concerns.

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Written By: nally on 09/27/10 at 10:42 am

It must be similar to bowling a maiden (no runs scored for the over) in cricket.

I guess so...although I'm still not too familiar with the game of cricket.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/10 at 12:20 pm

I guess so...although I'm still not too familiar with the game of cricket.
Like me for baseball.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/10 at 12:21 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Midfielder Barry Ferguson will not return to Scotland squad for Euro 2012 qualifiers

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/10 at 12:21 pm

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

The first batch of England athletes move into the much criticised Commonwealth Games athletes' village on Monday after support staff give the green light.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/10 at 1:16 pm

RYDER CUP GOLF:

The Europe and United States Ryder Cup teams have been banned from tweeting until after the end of the tournament.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/10 at 2:52 pm

HORSE RACING:

Long Run will attempt to dethrone four-time winner Kauto Star in the King George VI Chase on 26 December.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/10 at 3:56 pm

RYDER CUP GOLF:

The American golf stars who will take on Europe in the 2010 Ryder Cup have arrived in south Wales.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/10 at 1:12 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Wigan winger Pat Richards is named Super League's 2010 Man of Steel

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/10 at 12:08 pm

TENNIS:

Juan Martin del Potro beaten 7-6 (9-7) 6-4 by Olivier Rochus in comeback at Thailand Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/10 at 12:09 pm

FORMULA1:

Ferrari team boss Stefano Domenicali and McLaren's Martin Whitmarsh say there is all to play for as they chase leaders Red Bull with four races remaining in the Formula 1 calendar.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/10 at 12:10 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Saracens apologise to European Rugby Cup for Steve Borthwick's failure to attend Monday's Heineken Cup launch.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/10 at 1:42 pm

COMMONWEALTH GAMES DELHI 2010:

South Africa's 800m world champion Caster Semenya out of Commonwealth Games with back injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/10 at 2:55 pm

RYDER CUP GOLF:

US Ryder Cup captain Corey Pavin says he believes fans at Celtic Manor will respect his players even in the heat of battle against their European rivals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/10 at 2:59 pm

BOXING:

Wales' Jamie Arthur will face Scotland's Kris Hughes for the vacant Commonwealth super-bantamweight title on 16 October.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/10 at 3:03 pm

BOXING:

John Murray retained his European lightweight title with a ninth-round stoppage of Andriy Kudriavtsev.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/10 at 3:03 pm

BOXING:

Nottingham boxer Carl Froch's Super Six bout against Arthur Abraham has been rearranged for 27 November in Helsinki.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/10 at 3:05 pm

BOXING:

Amir Khan says he hopes his world title defence against Marcos Maidana will silence the critics who accuse him of not taking on the division's big guns.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/10 at 3:18 pm

Four Australian women have broken the world record for the fastest relay race in stiletto heels.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/10 at 3:19 pm

Europe's captain Colin Montgomerie springs no surprises with his pairings for the first official practice session for the Ryder Cup at Celtic Manor

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/29/10 at 1:03 am

EQUESTRIAN:

Laura Bechtolsheimer leads GB to team dressage silver at World Equestrian Games

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/29/10 at 12:24 pm

RYDER CUP GOLF:

Europe's Ryder Cup team receive an inspiring phone call from Spanish legend Seve Ballesteros ahead of the contest at Celtic Manor.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/29/10 at 12:25 pm

CRICKET:

Former IPL commissioner Lalit Modi removed from all involvement in Indian cricket

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/29/10 at 12:26 pm

TENNIS:

Former US Open champion Juan Martin del Potro suffers a disappointing defeat in his first match since returning from an eight-month injury lay-off.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/30/10 at 1:13 am

FOOTBALL (non-English):

Rangers beat Bursaspor 1-0 in Champions League Group C

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/30/10 at 1:13 am

CYCLING:

Tour de France winner Alberto Contador says he has tested positive for a banned substance

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/30/10 at 1:15 am

CYCLING:

Tour de France winner Alberto Contador says he has tested positive for a banned substance

Will the Tour de France have to be now re-staged?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/30/10 at 12:25 pm

RYDER CUP GOLF:

Starts tomorrow!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/30/10 at 12:28 pm

RYDER CUP GOLF:

FRIDAY FOURBALLS
Match 1: L Westwood/M Kaymer v P Mickelson/D Johnson
Match 2: R McIlroy/G McDowell v S Cink/M Kuchar
Match 3: I Poulter/R Fisher v S Stricker/T Woods
Match 4: L Donald/P Harrington v B Watson/J Overton

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/30/10 at 12:29 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

St Helens half-back Kyle Eastmond left out of 19-man squad for Saturday's Grand Final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/30/10 at 12:29 pm

CYCLING:

Tour de France winner Alberto Contador says he has tested positive for a banned substance

Alberto Contador issues passionate defence saying his positive test is "case of food contamination"

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/30/10 at 12:30 pm

TENNIS:

Two-time French Open finalist Robin Soderling and Wimbledon runner-up Tomas Berdych have each posted impressive victories at the Malaysian Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/30/10 at 12:31 pm

HORSE RACING:

Derby winner Workforce is given the go-ahead to run in Sunday's Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe at Longchamp.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/30/10 at 12:32 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Leicester Tigers fly-half Jeremy Staunton may be out of action until the end of the year with a torn Achilles.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/30/10 at 2:47 pm

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

South African athlete Caster Semenya will miss the Commonwealth Games because of a back injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/01/10 at 1:33 am

DELHI 2010:

Nathan Robertson to carry flag for England at opening ceremony; Mark Montgomery for NI

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/01/10 at 1:33 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

Chief Mike Fennell says he has no regrets over awarding the 2010 event to Delhi

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/01/10 at 1:34 am

FOOTBALL:

West Ham players deliver club's Olympic Stadium bid to 10 Downing Street

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/01/10 at 1:34 am

FOOTBALL:

Tottenham register an interest in taking over the London 2012 Olympic stadium

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/01/10 at 1:35 am

CYCLING:

Olympic champion Fabian Cancellara beat Britain's David Millar to clinch a record fourth time trial title at the Road World Championships.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/01/10 at 1:35 am

FORMULA1:

Organisers of the United States Grand Prix at a new site in Austin, Texas insist the race will go ahead in 2012.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/01/10 at 1:45 am

RYDER CUP 2010:

As daylight blesses the Celtic Manor course, here's Lee Westwood for a few words ahead of his match: "It's typical October weather in Britain. We're used to it! We've just got to get on with it. It will be very special"

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Written By: Paul on 10/01/10 at 11:05 am

RYDER CUP 2010:

As daylight blesses the Celtic Manor course, here's Lee Westwood for a few words ahead of his match: "It's typical October weather in Britain. We're used to it! We've just got to get on with it. It will be very special"

And as the expected deluge blesses Celtic Manor, someone must be asking...'Why the hell did we ever agree to stage this in Wales? Possibly the wettest country on the planet!'

The tournament may be finished this side of Christmas, if we're lucky!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/01/10 at 12:30 pm

And as the expected deluge blesses Celtic Manor, someone must be asking...'Why the hell did we ever agree to stage this in Wales? Possibly the wettest country on the planet!'

The tournament may be finished this side of Christmas, if we're lucky!
...or rained off?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/01/10 at 12:33 pm

RYDER CUP GOLF:

FRIDAY FOURBALLS
Match 1: L Westwood/M Kaymer v P Mickelson/D Johnson
Match 2: R McIlroy/G McDowell v S Cink/M Kuchar
Match 3: I Poulter/R Fisher v S Stricker/T Woods
Match 4: L Donald/P Harrington v B Watson/J Overton
Morning fourballs are still incomplete.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/01/10 at 2:22 pm

Morning fourballs are still incomplete.

United States end disrupted day's play up in two matches with Europe up in one and A/S in one

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/01/10 at 2:23 pm

RYDER CUP:

Friday's lost foursomes session, now scheduled for Saturday, extended to six matches

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/01/10 at 2:23 pm

CYCLING:

Alberto Contador calls for change in anti-doping regulations following his positive test

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/01/10 at 2:24 pm

The inaugural Carling Nations Cup will kick off when the Republic of Ireland host Wales on 8 February, with Scotland facing Northern Ireland the next day.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/01/10 at 2:25 pm

The British women's indoor and men's beach volleyball teams face their first days without any public funding, casting a doubt over their involvement in the London 2012 Olympics.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/01/10 at 2:25 pm

BOXING:

European light-heavyweight champion Nathan Cleverly wins the Boxing Writers' Young Boxer of the Year award.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/01/10 at 4:05 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Premiership results: Bath 3-18 Gloucester; Sale 24-25 Wasps

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/01/10 at 10:30 pm

TENNIS:

World number one Rafael Nadal continues his superb recent form by strolling into the semi-finals of the Thailand Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/10 at 2:08 am

RYDER CUP:

Friday's lost foursomes session, now scheduled for Saturday, extended to six matches
The fourballs will be played to a finish as the Ryder Cup players get going on day two with the United States up in two against Europe after a rain-hit Friday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/10 at 2:21 am

EQUESTRIAN:

Britain's Laura Bechtolsheimer wins freestyle dressage silver at World Equestrian Games

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/10 at 2:30 am

CYCLING:

Spain's Olympic bronze medallist Margarita Fullana tests positive for blood-booster EPO

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/10 at 3:13 am

RYDER CUP:

Europe's opening pair of Westwood & Kaymer beat Mickelson & Johnson 3&2 to take 1-0 lead

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/10 at 3:54 am

RYDER CUP (Latest):

Westwood/Kaymer win 3&2 Mickelson/D Johnson
McIlroy/McDowell A/S v Cink/Kuchar (17)
Poulter/Fisher 1 down v Stricker Woods (14)
Donald/Harrington 3 down v Watson/Overton (14)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/10 at 4:07 am

RYDER CUP (Latest):

McIlroy and McDowell halved Cink and Kuchar. Half a point each. That's almost a win! The Euro pair were two down at the start of play after 11 holes. Cracking effort. Cracking match. Cracking golf.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/10 at 4:08 am

RYDER CUP (Latest):

Down to two pairings. Stricker and Woods are 1 up with three to play. Watson and Overton are 3 up with three to play.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/10 at 4:17 am

RYDER CUP (Latest):

WATSON and OVERTON win 3&2 DONALD and HARRINGTON

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/10 at 4:21 am

RYDER CUP (Latest):

WATSON and OVERTON win 3&2 DONALD and HARRINGTON
Europe 1½ v 1½ USA

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/10 at 4:27 am

RYDER CUP (Latest):

The foursomes just being released...back in a sec.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/10 at 4:40 am

RYDER CUP (Latest):

FOURSOMES.
Miguel Angel Jimenez/Peter Hanson v Tiger Woods/Steve Stricker
Edoardo and Francesco Molinari v Zach Johnson/Hunter Mahan
Lee Westwood/Martin Kaymer v Jim Furyk/Rickie Fowler
Padraig Harrington/Ross Fisher v Phil Mickelson/Dustin Johnson
Ian Poulter/Luke Donald v Bubba Watson/Jeff Overton
Graeme McDowell/Rory McIlroy v Stewart Cink/Matt Kuchar

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/10 at 4:49 am

RYDER CUP (Latest):

STRICKER and WOODS win 2 up vs POULTER and FISHER.

Europe 1½ v 2½ USA

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/10 at 10:59 am

RYDER CUP (Latest):

FOURSOMES RESULTS.
E Molinari/F Molinari v Johnson/Mahan won 2up
Westwood/Kaymer match halved Furyk/Fowler
Won 3&2 Harrington/Fisher v Mickelson/Johnson
Jimenez/Hanson v Woods/Stricker won 4&3
Won 2&1 Poulter/Donald v Watson/Overton
McDowell/McIlroy v Cink/Kuchar won 2up

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/10 at 11:09 am

RYDER CUP (Latest):

FOURSOMES RESULTS.
E Molinari/F Molinari v Johnson/Mahan won 2up
Westwood/Kaymer match halved Furyk/Fowler
Won 3&2 Harrington/Fisher v Mickelson/Johnson
Jimenez/Hanson v Woods/Stricker won 4&3
Won 2&1 Poulter/Donald v Watson/Overton
McDowell/McIlroy v Cink/Kuchar won 2up
LATEST SCORE - EUROPE 4-6 USA

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/10 at 12:52 pm

RYDER CUP (Latest):

FOURSOMES AS THEY FINISHED ON SATURDAY:
Donald/Westwood 4up v Stricker/Woods (after 9)
McDowell/McIlroy 3up v Zach Johnson/Mahan (7)

FOURBALLS AS THEY FINISHED ON SATURDAY:
Harrington/Fisher 1up v Furyk/Dustin Johnson (after 8 )
Hanson/Jimenez 2up v Watson/Overton (6)
E Molinari/F Molinari 1up v Cink/Kuchar (5)
Poulter/Kaymer 2 up v Mickelson/Fowler (4)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/10 at 1:34 pm

RYDER CUP (Latest):

FOURSOMES AS THEY FINISHED ON SATURDAY:
Donald/Westwood 4up v Stricker/Woods (after 9)
McDowell/McIlroy 3up v Zach Johnson/Mahan (7)

FOURBALLS AS THEY FINISHED ON SATURDAY:
Harrington/Fisher 1up v Furyk/Dustin Johnson (after 8 )
Hanson/Jimenez 2up v Watson/Overton (6)
E Molinari/F Molinari 1up v Cink/Kuchar (5)
Poulter/Kaymer 2 up v Mickelson/Fowler (4)
Day two's play finishes with Europe leading in all six matches of third session; USA lead 6-4

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/10 at 2:02 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Premiership results: L Irish 40-24 Leeds; N'hampton 27-21 Exeter; Quins 23-12 Newcastle

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/10 at 2:02 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray aims to recruit a new full-time coach by the end of the year as he looks to win a first Grand Slam.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/10 at 3:02 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Wigan win first Super League title for 12 years by beating St Helens 22-10

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Henk on 10/03/10 at 12:56 am

CYCLING

Norway's Thor Hushovd snatches World Championship title (Men's road race) in Goolang, Australia.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/10 at 1:01 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Wigan's Pat Richards faces six months out after tearing Achilles tendon in Grand Final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/10 at 1:31 am

DELHI 2010:

Scotland confirm 110 team members will march at opening ceremony after transport worries resolved

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/10 at 1:50 am

RYDER CUP:

Start of Ryder Cup day three delayed until at least 1200 BST by more heavy rain at Celtic Manor

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/10 at 2:18 am

RYDER CUP:

Start of Ryder Cup day three delayed until at least 1200 BST by more heavy rain at Celtic Manor

Just seen a weather report on the BBC, it looks bad!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/10 at 2:58 am

MOTORSPORT:

Australia's Casey Stoner wins Japanese MotoGP; 2 Dovizioso 3 Rossi; 4 Lorenzo

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/10 at 3:35 am

DELHI 2010:

After a chaotic run-up, the 2010 Commonwealth Games are set to begin with a spectacular opening ceremony in Delhi, amid tightened security

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/10 at 3:58 am

RYDER CUP:

Start of Ryder Cup day three delayed until at least 1200 BST by more heavy rain at Celtic Manor

A Monday finish looks increasingly likely with the weather already wiping out seven hours on the opening day.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/10 at 4:00 am

RYDER CUP:

Start of Ryder Cup day three delayed until at least 1200 BST by more heavy rain at Celtic Manor

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Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/10 at 4:17 am

RYDER CUP:

Start of Ryder Cup day three delayed until at least 1200 BST by more heavy rain at Celtic Manor

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Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/10 at 6:20 am

A Monday finish looks increasingly likely with the weather already wiping out seven hours on the opening day.
Ryder Cup to resume at 1330 BST after heavy rain, but finale will be held over until Monday

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/10 at 8:29 am

MOTORSPORT:

France's Sebastien Loeb wins a record seventh consecutive World Rally crown

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/10 at 8:30 am

RYDER CUP:

Westwood/Donald beat Woods/Stricker 6&5 - Woods's heaviest defeat in Ryder Cup

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/10 at 9:39 am

HORSE RACING:

Workforce wins the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe at Longchamp

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/10 at 9:41 am

RYDER CUP (Latest):

McIlroy and McDowell beat Zach Johnson and Hunter Mahan 3&1.

LATEST SCORE - EUROPE 6-6 USA

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/10 at 10:24 am

RYDER CUP (Latest):

SNAPSHOT FOURSOMES:
Won 6&5 Donald/Westwood v Stricker/Woods
Won 3&1 McDowell/McIlroy v Zach Johnson/Mahan (16)

SNAPSHOT FOURBALLS:
Harrington/Fisher 2up v Furyk/Dustin Johnson (after 15)
Hanson/Jimenez A/S v Watson/Overton (14)
E Molinari/F Molinari 1 down v Cink/Kuchar (13)
Poulter/Kaymer A/S v Mickelson/Fowler (13)

LATEST SCORE - EUROPE 6-6 USA

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/10 at 11:42 am

RYDER CUP (Latest):

SNAPSHOT FOURSOMES:
Won 6&5 Donald/Westwood v Stricker/Woods
Won 3&1 McDowell/McIlroy v Zach Johnson/Mahan (16)

SNAPSHOT FOURBALLS:
Won 2&1 Harrington/Fisher v Furyk/Dustin Johnson
Won 2up Hanson/Jimenez v Watson/Overton
E Molinari/F Molinari 1 down v Cink/Kuchar (17)
Poulter/Kaymer 2up v Mickelson/Fowler (16)

LATEST SCORE - EUROPE 7-6 USA

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/10 at 1:06 pm

RYDER CUP (Latest):

LATEST SCORE - EUROPE 9½-6½ USA

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/10 at 1:10 pm

RYDER CUP (Latest):

Pairings for the Singles for tomorrow:

Lee Westwood v Steve Stricker
Rory McIlroy v Stewart Cink
Luke Donald v Jim Furyk
Martin Kaymer v Dustin Johnson
Ian Poulter v Matt Kuchar
Ross Fisher v Jeff Overton
Miguel Angel Jimenez v Bubba Watson
Francesco Molinari v Tiger Woods
Edoardo Molinari v Rickie Fowler
Peter Hanson v Phil Mickelson
Padraig Harrington v Zach Johnson
Graeme McDowell v Hunter Mahan

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/10 at 3:03 pm

WORLD EQUESTRIAN GAMES:

GB wins three-day eventing team gold; William Fox-Pitt wins individual silver

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/10 at 3:09 pm

BOXING:

European light-heavyweight champion Nathan Cleverly wins the Boxing Writers' Young Boxer of the Year award.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/04/10 at 1:28 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

English swimmers Rebecca Adlington and Jo Jackson reach 200m freestyle final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/04/10 at 1:28 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

Welsh swimmer Jazz Carlin in 200m freestyle final but Scot Caitlin McClatchey out

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/04/10 at 1:29 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

Scot Robbie Renwick second fastest in qualifying for 400m freestyle final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/04/10 at 1:29 am

WORLD EQUESTRIAN GAMES:

GB wins three-day eventing team gold; William Fox-Pitt wins individual silver

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 10/04/10 at 1:32 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

English swimmers Rebecca Adlington and Jo Jackson reach 200m freestyle final

I wasn't aware the games had already begun.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/04/10 at 1:34 am

I wasn't aware the games had already begun.
I knew the Opening Ceremony was yesterday.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Henk on 10/04/10 at 4:16 pm

I wasn't aware the games had already begun.

It's a wonder they got them started in the first place.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 10/04/10 at 6:37 pm

Golf: Europe beats USA in Ryder cup.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 10/05/10 at 12:10 am

Golf: Europe beats USA in Ryder cup.

oh well... :-\\

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/05/10 at 12:34 pm

Golf: Europe beats USA in Ryder cup.
14½ to 13½

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/05/10 at 12:35 pm

I wasn't aware the games had already begun.
The same applies for Delhi for there seems to be many empty seats at the sporting events.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/10 at 1:07 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

Officials say track repair work is completed and athletics will start as scheduled

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/10 at 1:08 am

FOOTBALL:

Liverpool sold to Boston Red Sox owners New England Sports Ventures, BBC Sport understands

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/10 at 12:58 pm

Does the "Curse of the Billy Goat" still the curse of baseball today?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Frank on 10/06/10 at 8:10 pm

Does the "Curse of the Billy Goat" still the curse of baseball today?

Cubs haven't won in about 100 years, yeah , that is a curse.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/07/10 at 1:24 am

TENNIS:

Venus Williams will not play again this year because of a persistent knee injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/07/10 at 1:24 am

Cuybs haven't won in about 100 years, yeah , that is a curse.
What happened?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/07/10 at 1:28 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

England win gold in women's team compound archery event

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 10/07/10 at 10:39 am

Cubs haven't won in about 100 years, yeah , that is a curse.

It's been 102 years since their last championship. Just two years ago, when they were facing the century mark, they were quickly swept out of the playoffs by my team, the L.A. Dodgers, in the NLDS...and have yet to return.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/10 at 1:10 am

It's been 102 years since their last championship. Just two years ago, when they were facing the century mark, they were quickly swept out of the playoffs by my team, the L.A. Dodgers, in the NLDS...and have yet to return.
Are the Cubs really bad at playing?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/10 at 1:10 am

FORMULA 1:

McLaren's Lewis Hamilton crashes in first practice at the Japanese Grand Prix

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/10 at 1:10 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

England miss out on gold in controversial fashion in women's recurve archery final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/10 at 1:11 am

FOOTBALL (non-English):

James Mackie to win first Scotland cap in Friday's tie against Czech Republic in Prague

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/10 at 2:01 pm

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

Nick Matthew beats fellow Englishman James Willstrop to win squash gold

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/10 at 2:57 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

England's Nicky Hunt wins individual compound archery gold

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/10 at 2:58 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

England women reach hockey semi-finals while the men beat New Zealand 5-3

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/10 at 2:58 am

TENNIS:

Rafael Nadal will face Gael Monfils in the final of the Japan Open in Toyko

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/10 at 2:58 am

MOTOGP:

World champion-elect Jorge Lorenzo starts on pole for Sunday's Malaysian MotoGP.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/10 at 2:58 am

FORMULA 1:

Japanese GP qualifying is postponed until Sunday at 0200 BST because of rain

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/10 at 5:08 am

What happened at the Black Sox scandal in 1919?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/10 at 6:08 am

TENNIS:

New world number one Caroline Wozniacki beats Shahar Peer to reach China Open final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/10 at 6:09 am

FORMULA 1:

McLaren's Lewis Hamilton handed a a five-place grid penalty for gearbox change

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/10 at 6:09 am

GOLF:

Ryder Cup star Lee Westwood is 10 shots off the lead after suffering more calf trouble in round two of the Dunhill Links Championship.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/10 at 6:10 am

GOLF:

Ryder Cup star Lee Westwood is 10 shots off the lead after suffering more calf trouble in round two of the Dunhill Links Championship.
Westwood, who carded a two-under-par 70 at Kingsbarns to lie four off the lead, would usurp Tiger Woods as world number one with a top-two finish.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/10 at 6:41 am

FOOTBALL (non-English):

Craig Levein has no regrets about his defensive approach in the Euro 2012 qualifier with Czech Republic despite seeing Scotland suffer defeat.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/10 at 7:36 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

Scotland's Hannah Miley wins 400m IM swimming gold

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/10 at 7:48 am

CYCLING:

Mark Cavendish says he has not been offered a new contract by his team HTC-Columbia beyond next season and expresses dismay at his treatment.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/10 at 7:49 am

Tottenham's hopes of making the 2012 Olympic stadium their new home appear to recede as legacy officials insist an athletics track must remain at the venue.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/10 at 8:55 am

BOXING:

Andre Dirrell has become the third boxer to withdraw from the Super Six super-middleweight tournament, after suffering neurological problems.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/10 at 10:06 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

England's Louise Hazel wins gold medal in the heptathlon

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/10 at 10:08 am

RUGBY UNION:

Heineken Cup results: Treviso 29-34 Leicester; Toulon 19-14 Ospreys; Leinster 38-22 Racing

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/10 at 1:32 pm

GOLF:

England's John Parry leads the Dunhill Links Championship by two after a third round 71

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/10 at 2:05 pm

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

Hannah Miley becomes the first Scottish woman to earn gold in the Delhi pool as she hangs on to win the 400m individual medley at the Commonwealth Games.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 10/09/10 at 7:04 pm

Are the Cubs really bad at playing?

This year they were mediocre. They finished with a losing record (ie, more losses than wins), but some years they play good ball. It's just that they don't seem to go far enough; the opposition gets the better of them.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/10/10 at 3:17 am

This year they were mediocre. They finished with a losing record (ie, more losses than wins), but some years they play good ball. It's just that they don't seem to go far enough; the opposition gets the better of them.
They sound just like the cricket team I support.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/10/10 at 5:35 am

FORMULA 1:

Japanese GP results - 1. S Vettel 2. M Webber 3. F Alonso 4. J Button 5. L Hamilton

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/10/10 at 5:35 am

TENNIS:

World number one Rafael Nadal beats France's Gael Monfils 6-1 7-5 to win Japan Open in Tokyo

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/10/10 at 5:36 am

FORMULA 1:

Japanese GP results - 1. S Vettel 2. M Webber 3. F Alonso 4. J Button 5. L Hamilton
Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel re-ignites his world championship hopes with an emphatic lights to flag victory in the Japanese Grand Prix.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/10/10 at 5:36 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

England's Lizzie Armitstead wins silver in women's road race; Nicole Cooke fifth

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/10/10 at 5:36 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

England's Alison Williamson wins silver medal in women's recurve archery

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/10/10 at 6:28 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

Scotland's David Millar wins road race bronze; Mark Cavendish misses out

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/10/10 at 6:37 am

FOOTBALL (non-English):

Injury forces Republic of Ireland striker Kevin Doyle out of Euro 2012 qualifier v Slovakia

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/10/10 at 6:40 am

LONDON OLYMPICS 2012:

Five-time Olympic gold medallist Ian Thorpe tours 2012 aquatic centre and gives up the thumbs up.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/10/10 at 6:57 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

England's Aaron Heading wins gold in the men's trap singles

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/10/10 at 8:01 am

MOTOGP:

Valentino Rossi wins Malaysian MotoGP but Jorge Lorenzo is third to clinch world title

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/10/10 at 9:24 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

Dai Greene wins Wales' first gold of the Commonwealth Games in the 400m hurdles, while England's Aaron Heading takes shooting gold and Scotland cyclist David Millar grabs bronze on day seven in Delhi.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/10/10 at 9:24 am

TENNIS:

Serena Williams withdraws from comeback WTA event in Linz after recurrence of foot injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/10/10 at 9:25 am

RUGBY UNION:

Biarritz come from behind to beat Bath 12-11 in the Heineken Cup

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/10/10 at 9:25 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

Scotland's Eilidh Child wins silver in the 400m hurdles

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/10/10 at 10:24 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

England's Leon Baptiste wins 400m gold, Wales' Christian Malcolm gets bronze

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/10/10 at 10:25 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

India booked a semi-final with England in men's hockey after a 7-4 victory over rivals Pakistan before a capacity 13,000 crowd at the Dyan Chand stadium.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/10/10 at 10:26 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

England lightweight boxer Tom Stalker is guaranteed at least a Commonwealth bronze after his 7-2 quarter-final victory over Australia's Luke Jackson.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/10/10 at 11:11 am

RUGBY UNION:

Heineken Cup results - Toulouse 18-16 Wasps, Bath 11-12 Biarritz

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/10/10 at 11:12 am

GOLF:

Martin Kaymer wins Dunhill Links Championship; Lee Westwood misses out on world number one spot

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 10/10/10 at 5:33 pm

They sound just like the cricket team I support.

But the fans are remaining optimistic that someday the team will come through.

The Cleveland Indians have the second-longest streak without a World Series championship; they haven't won the World Series since 1948.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 10/10/10 at 5:33 pm

TENNIS:

Serena Williams withdraws from comeback WTA event in Linz after recurrence of foot injury

Ouch!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/10 at 1:12 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

Scotland's Kay Copland and Jen McIntosh win 50m rifle prone pairs gold

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/10 at 1:12 am

GOLF:

Lee Westwood to take a break but is set to replace Tiger Woods as world number one on 31 October

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/10 at 1:12 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

Nigeria's 100m champion Osayemi Oludamola tests positive for banned substance

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/10 at 1:38 pm

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

England's Ellen Falkner and Amy Monkhouse win gold in bowls women's pairs

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/12/10 at 1:02 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

English divers Tom Daley and Max Brick won gold in the men's 10m synchro platform at the Commonwealth Games.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/12/10 at 1:02 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

Scotland's Jen McIntosh wins her second shooting gold medal of the Games

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/12/10 at 1:03 am

FORMULA 1:

Korean Grand Prix gets go-ahead from FIA technical delegate Charlie Whiting

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/12/10 at 1:03 am

FOOTBALL:

Singapore billionaire Peter Lim to increase bid for Liverpool, the BBC understands

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/12/10 at 1:23 pm

FOOTBALL (non-English):

Northern Ireland held to 1-1 draw against the Faroe Islands in Euro 2012 qualifier

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/12/10 at 1:24 pm

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

England's 4x100m teams both win gold on the final day of athletics competition at the Commonwealth Games as hosts India win a historic gold in the women's 4x400m.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/10 at 1:15 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

Unnamed Indian athlete tests positive for the banned steroid nandrolone

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/10 at 1:16 am

FOOTBALL (non-English):

Euro qualifier between Italy & Serbia abandoned after seven minutes due to crowd trouble

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/10 at 1:17 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

Boxing, cycling, diving and shooting are among the highlights as 29 gold medals are up for grabs at the Commonwealth Games in Delhi.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/10 at 1:17 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

Mick Gault fifth in 25m pistol singles; misses chance to level Games medal record

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/10 at 1:31 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

England win two bronze medals - women's hockey; Julia Shaw in cycling time trial

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/10 at 1:05 pm

FOOTBALL (non-English):

Celtic captain Scott Brown faces up to 10 weeks on the sidelines with a broken foot

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/10 at 1:06 pm

TENNIS:

Roger Federer beats John Isner 6-3 6-4 in round two of the Shanghai Masters

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/10 at 1:07 pm

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

English diver Tom Daley adds the Commonwealth individual 10m platform diving title to the synchro gold he won on Tuesday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/10 at 1:07 pm

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

Paddy Barnes, Paddy Gallagher and Eamonn O'Kane win Northern Ireland's first golds of the Commonwealth Games as English and Scottish boxers also triumph.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/10 at 1:07 pm

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

Cyclist David Millar won Scotland's first ever gold medal in a road cycling event at the Commonwealth Games when he took the time trial title.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/10 at 1:03 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

England's Nathan Robertson and Jenny Wallwork lose in badminton doubles final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/10 at 1:04 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

Kenyans John Kelai and Irene Jerotich win marathon golds

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/10 at 1:04 am

FOOTBALL:

Texas court grants temporary injunction blocking sale of Liverpool

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/10 at 1:04 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

England lose to New Zealand on penalties in men's hockey bronze medal match

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/10 at 1:05 am

GOLF:

A quartet of victorious European Ryder Cup stars are in action at the Portugal Masters with Ross Fisher, Miguel Angel Jimenez and Francesco and Edoardo Mollinari in the field.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/10 at 1:05 am

GOLF:

Lee Westwood hinted at another break from golf to recover from a persistent calf injury after two rounds of the Dunhill Links Championship in Scotland.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/10 at 12:27 pm

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

The Delhi games are now closed with the flag handed over to Glasgow 2014

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/10 at 12:27 pm

LIVERPOOL SALE:

High Court rules against injunction granted to owners Tom Hicks & George Gillett in Texas

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/10 at 12:27 pm

LIVERPOOL SALE:

Tom Hicks & George Gillett have until 1600 BST on Friday to nullify any orders from Dallas

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/10 at 2:24 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Scottish League First Division side Dundee confirm they are officially in administration

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/10 at 1:18 am

LONDON 2012 OLYMPICS:

The full range of ticket prices for the 2012 Olympics in London will be announced on Friday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/10 at 1:18 am

GOLF:

Swedish duo Robert Karlsson and Johan Edfors, along with Dutchman Maarten Lafeber, lead after the first round of the Portugal Masters in Vilamoura.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/10 at 1:38 pm

England have withdrawn from the race to host the 2022 World Cup after the United States ended their bid to stage the 2018 tournament.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/10 at 3:08 pm

GOLF:

Dutchman Maarten Lafeber opens up a two-shot lead on the second day of the Portuguese Masters in Vilamoura.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/16/10 at 7:00 am

MOTORSPORT:

Casey Stoner on pole for Sunday's Australian MotoGP

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/16/10 at 7:00 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

England skipper Adrian Morley could be out of Four Nations with biceps injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/16/10 at 7:01 am

TENNIS:

Andy Murray beats Juan Monaco 6-4 6-1 to reach Shanghai Masters final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/16/10 at 8:37 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

England skipper Adrian Morley could be out of Four Nations with biceps injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/16/10 at 8:37 am

MOTORSPORT:

Casey Stoner on pole for Sunday's Australian MotoGP

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/16/10 at 8:38 am

HORSE RACING:

Frankel, the pre-race favourite, wins the Dewhurst Stakes at Newmarket

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/16/10 at 1:55 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Heineken Cup - Newport Gwent Dragons 19-42 Toulouse, Saracens 23-25 Leinster

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/16/10 at 1:55 pm

TENNIS:

Roger Federer beats Novak Djokovic and will face Andy Murray in Sunday's Shanghai Masters final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/16/10 at 4:15 pm

Two Fifa officials are alleged to have offered to sell their votes in the contest to host the 2018 World Cup, according to a Sunday Times report.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/17/10 at 12:41 am

BOXING:

Vitali Klitschko defeats Shannon Briggs on points to make successful defence of WBC title

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/17/10 at 12:41 am

GOLF:

Padraig Harrington is on course for his first victory in two years after opening up a five-stroke lead heading into the final round of the Johor Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/17/10 at 2:18 am

TENNIS:

Tamarine Tanasugarn beats Kimiko Date Krumm 7-5 6-7 6-1 to win Japan Open women's singles

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/17/10 at 2:18 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

England captain Adrian Morley ruled out of Four Nations with arm injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/17/10 at 2:19 am

MOTOGP:

Casey Stoner wins Australian Grand Prix for fourth year in succession

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/17/10 at 5:12 am

ANDY MURRAY BEATS ROGER FEDERER 6-3 6-2 TO WIN THE SHANGHAI MASTERS

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/17/10 at 6:11 am

ANDY MURRAY BEATS ROGER FEDERER 6-3 6-2 TO WIN THE SHANGHAI MASTERS
... to win his second title of the year.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/17/10 at 8:24 am

FOOTBALL:

New Liverpool co-owner Tom Werner has confidence in manager Roy Hodgson

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/17/10 at 8:25 am

GOLF:

Pablo Martin leads by three shots going into the final round of the Portugal Masters after a third-round 63, which included five birdies and two eagles.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/17/10 at 9:18 am

RUGBY UNION:

Heineken Cup result - Wasps 38-26 Glasgow

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/17/10 at 9:19 am

FOOTBALL (non-English):

Celtic beat Dundee United 2-1 but Rangers remain top of the Scottish Premier League

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/17/10 at 11:46 am

FOOTBALL:

New Liverpool co-owner Tom Werner has confidence in manager Roy Hodgson
Everton ensured John W Henry's reign as Liverpool owner got off to the worst possible start as they emerged as comfortable winners of the Merseyside derby.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/17/10 at 12:08 pm

GOLF:

Australia's Richard Green wins the Portugal Masters title after a final round 65

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/17/10 at 12:11 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Heineken Cup - Leicester 46-10 Scarlets; Biarritz 35-15 Ulster; Wasps 38-26 Glasgow

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/10 at 1:34 am

RUGBY UNION:

Wales coach Warren Gatland signs four-year contract extension until after 2015 World Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/10 at 1:10 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL:

Fifa opens proceedings against two members of executive committee over World Cup bid process

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/10 at 1:10 pm

ATHLETICS:

Olympic and world 400m champion LaShawn Merritt suspended for 21 months for doping

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/10 at 1:11 pm

FOOTBALL (non-English):

Colin Calderwood has been appointed the new manager of Hibernian

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/10 at 1:01 am

TENNIS:

British number two Anne Keothavong beats France's Virginie Razzano 6-1 6-4 at Luxembourg Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/10 at 1:02 am

GOLF:

Australian Richard Green overcomes a seven-shot deficit to win the Portugal Masters by two strokes.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/10 at 1:57 pm

FORMULA1:

Ferrari driver Felipe Massa says he will do all he can to boost team-mate Fernando Alonso's title hopes in the remaining races.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/10 at 2:31 pm

CYCLING:

The Tour de France will mark 100 years since the race first went over the Col du Galibier by visiting the legendary Alpine climb twice in 2011.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/10 at 2:32 pm

BOXING:

David Haye believes Dereck Chisora's world title shot against Wladimir Klitschko has come far too soon.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/10 at 2:32 pm

Commonwealth Games:

A group of Indian ministers meets later to begin investigating corruption claims at the Commonwealth Games.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/10 at 3:39 pm

RUGBY UNION:

England manager Martin Johnson expects captain Lewis Moody to be fit to face New Zealand at Twickenham next month.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/10 at 1:03 pm

TENNIS:

Roger Federer beats Taylor Dent 6-1 6-2 in Stockholm Open second round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/10 at 1:04 pm

FOOTBALL (non-English):

Fifa official Amos Adamu denies wrongdoing after being provisionally suspended

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/10 at 1:05 pm

HORSE RACING:

Champion jockey Tony McCoy rides his 100th winner of the season with a double at Ludlow

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/10 at 1:05 pm

FORMULA 1:

Lewis Hamilton tells BBC Sport he remains "optimistic" about his world title chances

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/10 at 1:05 pm

GOLF:

Colin Montgomerie suffers minor injuries in car crash near Glasgow

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/10 at 1:47 pm

TENNIS:

British number two Anne Keothavong reaches semi-finals of Luxembourg Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/10 at 1:47 pm

GOLF:

Sergio Garcia misses the cut in his comeback but Paul Lawrie is only one shot off the lead at the halfway stage of the Castello Masters in the Costa del Azahar.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/10 at 2:00 pm

Wayne Rooney has made a shock U-turn and agreed a new five-year contract at Manchester United just two days after announcing his intention to leave.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/10 at 2:02 pm

BOXING:

Manny Pacquiao's trainer Freddie Roach says he fears his fighter is set to quit boxing to concentrate on politics.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/10 at 5:54 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Premiership results: Newcastle 13-15 Saracens, Leeds 3-6 Sale

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/10 at 5:54 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Magners League results: Blues 10-16 Scarlets, Edinburgh 21-16 Ulster, Munster 39-13 Treviso

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/10 at 2:28 am

FORMULA 1:

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel on pole for Korean GP; 2. Webber; 3. Alonso; 4. Hamilton

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/10 at 2:28 am

TENNIS:

Elena Dementieva and Jelena Jankovic have fitness concerns ahead of next week's WTA Championships in Doha.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/10 at 2:32 am

GOLF:

Sergio Garcia misses the cut in his comeback but Paul Lawrie is only one shot off the lead at the halfway stage of the Castello Masters in the Costa del Azahar.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/10 at 3:52 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

New Zealand beat England 24-10 in opening match of the Four Nations

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/10 at 3:55 am

FORMULA 1:

Jenson Button admits title challenge is 'a lot more difficult' after qualifying seventh in Korea

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/10 at 3:56 am

FORMULA 1:

Stewards look into complaint that Michael Schumacher blocked Rubens Barrichello in qualifying

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/10 at 8:31 am

GYMNASTICS:

Britain's Beth Tweddle wins gold, Louis Smith silver and Dan Purvis bronze at World Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/10 at 8:31 am

FOOTBALL (non-English):

Scottish Premier League result - Aberdeen 4-2 Hibernian

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Written By: nally on 10/23/10 at 10:59 pm

GOLF:

Sergio Garcia misses the cut in his comeback but Paul Lawrie is only one shot off the lead at the halfway stage of the Castello Masters in the Costa del Azahar.

I haven't been looking at golf much lately, but I did flip over to the Golf Channel a few times during the commercial breaks of the baseball playoffs to see what was going on there. Just for a change of pace.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/10 at 1:57 am

FORMULA 1:

The Korean Grand Prix is suspended after three laps because of heavy rain

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/10 at 1:57 am

FORMULA 1:

"The worst conditions I've ever driven in" - Fernando Alonso on conditions in Korea

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/10 at 1:58 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

England centre Michael Shenton could be ruled out of Four Nations by ankle injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/10 at 3:06 am

FORMULA 1:

The Korean Grand Prix is suspended after three laps because of heavy rain
Now back on and:

Lap 19: Crazy drama. Webber loses grip. Awful for him. Vettel and Alonso will be smiling like Cheshire cats. Leader Vettel was 8.1 seconds ahead. But we're now under the safety car, again.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/10 at 3:07 am

FORMULA 1:

Lap 23: Having cleaned up the debris near Turn 13, the safety car comes in at the end of lap 23. Vettel has been flying, by the way, and off he goes. More light rain forecast in five to 10 minutes.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/10 at 3:09 am

FORMULA 1:

Rain is imminent

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/10 at 3:09 am

FORMULA 1:

Lap 29: But Hamilton's just clocked the new fastest lap of the race. Team-mate Button, lying sixth, comes in for intermediate tyres. He's had a shocker though. Comes out in traffic that's worse than the North Circular on a Friday night. Nightmare for the reigning champion.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/10 at 3:13 am

FORMULA 1 (Korean Grand Prix):

Lap 30: Alonso clocks the quickest lap. Vettel says he doesn't think he can made the distance on these tyres as he's sliding around too much. Lordy, this is getting tight. Enjoying yourselves?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/10 at 3:14 am

FORMULA 1 (Korean Grand Prix):

Red Bull's Mark Webber, who span out of the race on lap 19, tells BBC Sport: "Totally my fault. I got on the kerb on the exit of Turn 12 and it was a very slow-motion moment off the back of that kerb. Totally my mistake. Wasn't my day. And I collected Nico as well. It was a long one; I thought I had enough to catch it. Postions are not important - the points are the most important thing. This is my second non-finish of the year. There are still two races to go, I'll do my absolute best."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/10 at 3:15 am

FORMULA 1 (Korean Grand Prix):

Lap 32: Hamilton, Massa and Schumacher all pit. Lewis away very sweetly. We've got another safety car. Buemi has come off. Kubica and a Force India - Sutil - graze each other in the pits. Ouch.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/10 at 3:18 am

FORMULA 1 (Korean Grand Prix):

Lap 33: Vettel and Alonso have pitted. The Ferrari driver has a slight problem! Wait for it, wait for it, wait for it. Yes. Hamilton moves into second place. He's a street-fighter that boy. Lucky and brash and brave. Ah. A wheel nut flew Alonso's car. Going to be dark soon.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/10 at 3:21 am

FORMULA 1 (Korean Grand Prix):

Lap 34: Now then. Lewis Hamilton says he might have to pit again. Problems with degradation on his front tyres. Vettel, driving superbly, still leading from the McLaren driver. But...

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/10 at 3:27 am

FORMULA 1 (Korean Grand Prix):

Lap 35: Disaster for Hamilton. The safety car comes in - and Alonso sweeps past him into second through Turns One and Two as Lewis's wheel fail to grip the asphalt almost take off for flight. Massa doesn't pass him though, so he's still set for a place on the podium. Button in 12th, no, worse now as Sutil passes. if it finishes like this, the defending champion cannot retain his title. He's down in 15th now.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/10 at 3:28 am

FORMULA 1 (Korean Grand Prix):

Lap 37: Awesome sight. Vettel, with a gap of just over a second, is chucking his Red Bull around like it's a rag doll. That car is in a different league. Alonso breathing down his neck though.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/10 at 3:32 am

FORMULA 1 (Korean Grand Prix):

Lap 40: "We want to think about protecting the tyres a little bit," Fernando Alonso is told over his team radio. "Not too aggressive through Turns Seven and Eight."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/10 at 3:45 am

FORMULA 1 (Korean Grand Prix):

Lap 42: We are going to have full championship points, because that's now 75% of the race completed. Still only likely to have another half-hour, perhaps less, due to light. Given full points, Button - if he finishes 15th - will stay in the championship. But he'll be hanging by the thinnest thread of unravelling cotton. Renault's Vitaly Petrov is out. Head lolling listlessly on his shoulders, he looks gutted. Starting to get dark down on the pit lane, Ted Kravitz reports...

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/10 at 3:46 am

FORMULA 1 (Korean Grand Prix):

Lap 45: And, triggered by an automatic sensor, the light has just gone on in Jonathan Legard's commentary box. "I cannot see the braking into Turn One," says Sebastian Vettel over his radio. Take note Charlie Whiting! The German, who should not think about an acting career in Hollywood when he hangs up his steering wheel, wants this to finish now. "The light level is fine," pants Lewis Hamilton. Hilarious.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/10 at 3:46 am

FORMULA 1 (Korean Grand Prix):

VETTEL'S ENGINE HAS BLOWN. HE'S OUT. ALONSO LEADS!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/10 at 3:46 am

FORMULA 1 (Korean Grand Prix):

Lap 48: Astonishing drama. The F1 world gasps with disbelief. What a race. What a season. Alonso would leap to the top of the drivers' championship if it stays like this. But Hamilton still has a chance to win...

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/10 at 3:52 am

FORMULA 1 (Korean Grand Prix):

Lap 51: "I'm more confident now than I was before this race that I'm going to win this world championship," said Fernando Alonso after the British Grand Prix on 11 July, when he was 47 points adrift of the lead. That kind of belief is inherent. It cannot be taught. He's a very steely character, the Spaniard. Hamilton now 2.8 seconds behind Ferrari's race leader. We are going to get the full race distance.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/10 at 3:59 am

FORMULA 1 (Korean Grand Prix):

Lap 53: "Cars really starting to struggle now for fundamental grip," says Martin Brundle, now on BBC2. "This is not done yet." But it's Lewis who is struggling more than Alonso. he's 10 seconds adrift. Button showing real skill to move up the midfield. Incredibly dark out there. The podium is lit up like an outdoor disco.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/10 at 4:06 am

FORMULA 1 (Korean Grand Prix):

Ferrari's Fernando Alonso wins the Korean Grand Prix to take over the championship lead from Mark Webber, who failed to finish the race along with Red Bull team-mate Sebastian Vettel.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/10 at 4:07 am

FORMULA 1 (Korean Grand Prix):

Lewis Hamilton second in Korean GP with Felipe Massa third and Jenson Button 12th

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/10 at 7:06 am

BOXING:

Rendall Munroe is beaten on points by Japan's Toshiaki Nishioka as his WBC super-bantamweight challenge ends in failure.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/10 at 9:29 am

FOOTBALL (non-English):

Breaking news: In the Dutch Eredivisie, PSV Eindhoven have beaten Feyenoord 10-0.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/10 at 12:02 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Northampton beat Wasps 37-10 at Adams Park in Premiership

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/10 at 12:03 pm

GOLF:

Italian Matteo Manassero, 17, becomes European Tour's youngest winner with victory in Spain

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/10 at 12:04 pm

ATHLETICS:

About 23,000 people take part in the Great South Run through Portsmouth and Southsea - a record number of runners.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/10 at 12:04 pm

ATHLETICS:

About 23,000 people take part in the Great South Run through Portsmouth and Southsea - a record number of runners.
Joseph Ebuya and Grace Mamanyi, both from Kenya, won the men's and women's races respectively.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/10 at 3:02 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Northampton beat Wasps 37-10 at Adams Park in Premiership

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/25/10 at 12:29 pm

ROWING:

Great Britain's double Olympic champion rower Andy Holmes MBE has died at the age of 51.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/25/10 at 1:27 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Rookie Harlequins prop Joe Marler among four players called up as injury cover by England

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/25/10 at 1:28 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Wales lose full-back Lee Byrne for November Tests against Australia, South Africa and Fiji

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/25/10 at 1:28 pm

GOLF:

Graeme McDowell and Darren Clarke both speak of their renewed optimism that a European Tour event could be staged in Northern Ireland.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/25/10 at 2:19 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Saracens negotiating deal to sign Gavin Henson as Wales international trains with London club

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/26/10 at 11:52 am

Paul the octopus, an unlikely star of the 2010 World Cup who 'predicted' the outcome of eight matches, has died at an aquarium in Germany.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/26/10 at 12:12 pm

England's 2018 World Cup bid team lodges a complaint with Fifa against the head of Russia's rival campaign over comments he made about London.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/26/10 at 12:12 pm

TENNIS:

Top seeds Caroline Wozniacki & Vera Zvonareva win opening matches at WTA Ch'ships in Doha

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/10 at 1:41 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

England centre Michael Shenton ruled out of rest of Four Nations with ankle injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/10 at 12:49 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Ospreys say: "We have reluctantly agreed to Gavin Henson's request to be released."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/10 at 12:49 pm

TENNIS:

Vera Zvonareva beats Victoria Azarenka 7-6 6-4 to secure her second win at WTA Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/10 at 12:50 pm

FOOTBALL (non-English):

Scottish Football Association delays decision on Dundee Utd-Celtic match until at least Friday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/10 at 12:50 pm

FOOTBALL (non-English):

Scottish Football Association delays decision on Dundee Utd-Celtic match until at least Friday
Celtic had a penalty award overturned in their 2-1 league win, leading to assistant referee Steven Craven resigning earlier this week.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/10 at 1:13 pm

RUGBY UNION:

World Cup winner Phil Vickery has been forced to retire from rugby after suffering another neck injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/10 at 1:14 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Saracens' Brendan Venter charged with misconduct over comments following Leinster defeat

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/10 at 1:14 pm

GOLF:

World number one contender Martin Kaymer fires one-over 72 in Andalucia Masters first round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/29/10 at 1:49 pm

TENNIS:

Olympic champion Elena Dementieva announces her retirement from tennis on court in Doha

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/29/10 at 1:49 pm

HORSE RACING:

Paul Hanagan rides double at Wolverhampton to extend title race lead to six

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/29/10 at 1:49 pm

RUGBY UNION:

England fly-half Jonny Wilkinson ruled out of November Tests with a shoulder injury

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Written By: nally on 10/29/10 at 1:51 pm

MLB: Joe Girardi will reportedly continue to manage the New York Yankees in 2011.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/30/10 at 2:00 am

RUGBY UNION:

Magners League - Ulster 6-16 Munster; Aironi 3-20 Cardiff Blues; Scarlets 18-14 Glasgow

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/30/10 at 5:40 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

New Zealand beat Papua New Guinea 76-12 in Four Nations

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/30/10 at 5:41 am

RUGBY UNION:

Australia beat New Zealand 26-24 thanks to a last-minute try and conversion

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/30/10 at 5:57 am

GOLF:

Martin Kaymer's bid to become world number one looks destined to end in failure after a disappointing second round at the Andalucia Masters.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/30/10 at 8:45 am

FOOTBALL (non-English):

Celtic win 3-0 at 10-man St Johnstone to go joint top of Scottish Premier League

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/30/10 at 8:45 am

MOTOGP:

Portuguese qualifying abandoned because of heavy rain in Estoril

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/30/10 at 8:45 am

GOLF:

Lee Westwood looks set to become world number one after Martin Kaymer struggles in Spain

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/31/10 at 2:16 am

HORSE RACING:

Richard Hughes rides a winner at Wolverhampton to cut lead in jockeys' title race to four

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/31/10 at 2:16 am

TENNIS:

World number one Caroline Wozniacki and Kim Clijsters reach WTA Championships final in Doha

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/31/10 at 2:17 am

BOXING:

Amir Khan believes he will be ready to fight American great Floyd Mayweather within a year.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/31/10 at 5:36 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

England knocked out of Four Nations after 34-14 defeat by Australia in Melbourne

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/31/10 at 5:37 am

CYCLING:

Team Sky have announced the signing of Jeremy Hunt for the 2011 season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/31/10 at 7:38 am

A record number of people have taken part in the Athens marathon to mark the 2,500th anniversary of the run which inspired the modern event

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/31/10 at 8:57 am

MOTOGP:

World champion Jorge Lorenzo wins Portuguese MotoGP in Estoril

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/31/10 at 8:58 am

BADMINTON:

England's Robertson and Wallwork beaten in Denmark Open final in Odense

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/31/10 at 10:30 am

GOLF:

England's Lee Westwood became world number one golfer for the first time, ending American Tiger Woods's 281-week reign at the top of the sport.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/31/10 at 12:46 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Premiership results - London Irish 39-26 Sale; Leeds 8-17 Wasps; Harlequins 6-6 Bath

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/31/10 at 12:47 pm

GOLF:

Northern Ireland's Graeme McDowell wins Andalucia Masters

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/31/10 at 12:47 pm

GOLF:

Lee Westwood becomes world number one - first European since Nick Faldo in 1994

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/31/10 at 12:47 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Kilmarnock cruise to 3-0 win against Hearts at Tynecastle

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/31/10 at 12:48 pm

TENNIS:

Kim Clijsters beats Caroline Wozniacki 6-3 5-7 6-3 to win WTA Championships in Doha

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/31/10 at 2:20 pm

The sporting behemoth that is the NFL has rolled into the UK to stage its fourth regular season game in London.

The San Francisco 49ers and Denver Broncos clash in Sunday's NFL game at Wembley Stadium, as the US sport looks to win converts and commercial expansion in Europe

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/01/10 at 2:03 pm

HORSE RACING:

Paul Hanagan rides double at Wolverhampton to extend lead in jockey's title race to five

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/01/10 at 2:04 pm

ATHLETICS:

Kelly Sotherton unlikely to compete in heptathlon again and will focus on 4x400m relay

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/01/10 at 2:29 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Dundee Football Club have been deducted 25 points by the Scottish Football League for going into administration.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/01/10 at 2:30 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Dundee Football Club have been deducted 25 points by the Scottish Football League for going into administration.
The First Division outfit have also been banned from signing any new players until they exit administration.

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Written By: Frank on 11/01/10 at 5:35 pm

NFL: Randy Moss waived by Vikings today.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/02/10 at 2:23 am

HORSE RACING:

The French-trained racehorse Americain wins 150th running of Melbourne Cup

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Written By: nally on 11/03/10 at 1:12 pm

MLB: Former long-time manager Sparky Anderson has been placed in hospice care.

http://www.freep.com/article/20101103/SPORTS02/101103019/1318/Tigers-legend-Sparky-Anderson-in-hospice-care

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/03/10 at 2:09 pm

ATHLETICS:

London will not bid to stage 2015 world championships but will look to host the event in 2017

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/03/10 at 2:09 pm

TENNIS:

Argentina's Juan Monaco defeats Britain's Andy Murray 6-2 3-6 6-2 in round two of Valencia Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/03/10 at 2:09 pm

HORSE RACING:

Richard Hughes is two behind Paul Hanagan in jockeys' title race after win at Nottingham

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/03/10 at 2:10 pm

GOLF:

Phil Mickelson says he is reacting well to treatment for psoriatic arthritis as his bid for golf's number one ranking resumes at this week's HSBC Champions event.

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Written By: Frank on 11/03/10 at 6:53 pm

NFL: Randy Moss picked up by the Titans.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/04/10 at 1:58 am

RUGBY UNION:

Sonny Bill Williams to make All Blacks debut against England at Twickenham on Saturday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/04/10 at 2:00 am

FOOTBALL:

Bayern Munich and Real Madrid qualify for last 16 as Marseille make Champions League history

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/04/10 at 2:00 am

GOLF:

Westwood on six under and Woods on four under in Shanghai, F Molinari leads on seven under

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/10 at 1:54 am

RUGBY UNION:

Anglo-Welsh Cup result: Dragons 18-12 Gloucester

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/10 at 1:55 am

HORSE RACING:

Paul Hanagan two ahead of Richard Hughes in jockeys' title race after win at Kempton

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/10 at 1:55 am

ROWING:

Great Britain win golds in lightweight men's double scull and women's quad at World Champs

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/10 at 2:38 am

GOLF:

New world number one Lee Westwood is one shot off the lead at the HSBC Champions challenge in Shanghai after firing a first-round, six-under par 66.

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Written By: nally on 11/05/10 at 10:59 am

GOLF:

New world number one Lee Westwood is one shot off the lead at the HSBC Champions challenge in Shanghai after firing a first-round, six-under par 66.

I saw part of that on the Golf Channel last night.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/10 at 2:36 pm

GOLF:

New world number one Lee Westwood is one shot off the lead at the HSBC Champions challenge in Shanghai after firing a first-round, six-under par 66.

I saw part of that on the Golf Channel last night.
I am hoping to see some over the weekend.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/10 at 2:37 pm

TENNIS:

Robin Soderling, Gilles Simon and Marcel Granollers through to Valencia Open last four

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/10 at 2:38 pm

FORMULA 1:

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel and Mark Webber finish fastest in both of Friday's practice sessions for the Brazilian Grand Prix.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/10 at 2:38 pm

HORSE RACING:

Paul Hanagan three clear of Richard Hughes in race to be champion jockey

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Written By: nally on 11/05/10 at 5:00 pm

I am hoping to see some over the weekend.

Incidentally, it was just about 6 years ago this month when I watched part of a golf match on TV, as an assignment for the golf class I had taken at CSUN. I know it was on a Saturday, either the 6th or the 13th. Said dates will also be Saturdays this year!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/10 at 3:53 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Tony Clubb scores four tries as England beat Papua New Guinea 36-10 in Auckland

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/10 at 3:53 am

GOLF:

Francesco Molinari leads Lee Westwood by one stroke on 14 under after third round in Shanghai

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/10 at 6:22 am

RUGBY UNION:

England will be aiming to claim their first win over New Zealand in nine attempts when they meet on Saturday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/10 at 9:42 am

FORMULA 1:

Brazilian GP final practice; 1. Kubica; 2. Vettel; 3. Hamilton; 4. Massa; 5. Alonso

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/10 at 9:43 am

MOTORBIKES:

Casey Stoner on pole for Valencia MotoGP; 2 Jorge Lorenzo; 3 Marco Simoncelli

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/10 at 10:28 am

HORSE RACING:

Paul Hanagan crowned champion jockey with one race of the Flat season to go at Doncaster

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/10 at 1:11 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Celtic hammer Aberdeen 9-0 in Scottish Premier League

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/10 at 3:43 pm

RUGBY UNION:

England stage a second-half fightback but lose 26-16 to New Zealand at Twickenham.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/10 at 4:10 pm

HORSE RACING:

French mare Goldikova wins historic third Breeders' Cup Mile in Kentucky

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/10 at 4:12 pm

RUGBY UNION:

World champions South Africa defy an Ireland fightback to win 23-21 in Dublin

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/07/10 at 1:58 am

FORMULA1:

Formula 1 champion Jenson Button has praised the quick actions of his police driver after an armed gang attacked his car in the Brazilian city of Sao Paulo

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/07/10 at 3:47 am

GOLF:

Francesco Molinari wins HSBC Champions event in Shanghai by one stroke from Lee Westwood

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/07/10 at 3:47 am

ROWING:

Great Britain top World Ch'ships medal table for the first time after gold for Grainger & Watkins

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/07/10 at 4:22 am

BOXING:

Welsh boxer Gavin Rees claims the British lightweight title in Newport with a hard-fought victory over John Watson.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/07/10 at 4:26 am

CYCLING:

Sir Chris Hoy was knocked out of the European Elite Track Championships as the Republic of Ireland's Felix English exploited his error to win in Pruszkow.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/07/10 at 4:29 am

SNOOKER:

Three-time world champion John Higgins is scheduled to make his return to snooker in Germany in November.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/07/10 at 4:49 am

The British Olympic sailing team has recruited a peregrine falcon - to scare off the seagulls which keep them awake at night.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/07/10 at 4:52 am

Nico Hulkenberg causes a sensation in qualifying for Sunday's Brazilian Grand Prix by claiming Williams' first pole position since May 2005

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/07/10 at 8:26 am

ATHLETICS:

An appeal panel partially clears the Geoff Capes-trained shot putter Rachel Wallader in a landmark ruling on the controversial stimulant MHA.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/07/10 at 8:32 am

Today is the day of the New York Marathon

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/07/10 at 8:53 am

MOTOGP:

Valencia result - 1. Jorge Lorenzo 2. Casey Stoner 3. Valentino Rossi

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/07/10 at 8:53 am

FORMULA1:

Formula 1 champion Jenson Button has praised the quick actions of his police driver after an armed gang attacked his car in the Brazilian city of Sao Paulo
"It's scary, I wouldn't wish it on anyone," Jenson Button tells BBC Sport after attempted carjack

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/07/10 at 10:07 am

TENNIS:

Roger Federer beats Novak Djokovic 6-4 3-6 6-1 to win Swiss Indoors title in Basle

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/07/10 at 10:54 am

TENNIS:

Andy and Jamie Murray win maiden ATP doubles title in Valencia, beating Bhupathi and Mirnyi

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/07/10 at 11:18 am

RUGBY UNION:

Wales call up number eight Andy Powell as cover for Ryan Jones for South Africa Test

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/07/10 at 11:18 am

RUGBY UNION:

Saracens and Northampton draw 22-22 in the LV Cup match at Vicarage Road

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/07/10 at 12:03 pm

BRAZILIAN GRAND PRIX:

Sebastian Vettel led Mark Webber to a Red Bull one-two in the Brazilian Grand Prix to take the world title fight to the final race of the season.

Ferrari's Fernando Alonso took third place to retain the championship lead from Webber and Vettel.

Red Bull's formation finish ensured they clinched the constructors' championship for the first time.

Lewis Hamilton was fourth and retains only a slim mathematical chance. Jenson Button, fifth, cannot retain his crown.

Alonso can afford to finish second in Abu Dhabi and still take the title if Webber wins or fifth if Vettel does.

Hamilton is 23 points adrift of Alonso and can win the title with only 25 available in the final race. The Ferrari driver leads Webber by eight points and Vettel by 15.

Vettel, 23, dominated the race after taking the lead from surprise pole position man Nico Hulkenberg of Williams at the start.

Webber followed Vettel past the Williams at Turn Four on the first lap, and the two Red Bulls romped away to an unchallenged formation finish.

Webber was never more than three seconds behind but although he pushed his team-mate hard Vettel was always in control.

The action was all behind them as Hulkenberg tried in the early laps to hold off Hamilton and Alonso.

Hamilton lost fourth place to Alonso when he made a mistake in Turn Four, ran wide, and the Ferrari driver was able to duck inside him and pass.

Alonso then began to apply the most intense pressure to Hulkenberg, repeatedly exiting the Juncao corner on to the pit straight right behind the Williams. But the German defended stoutly, taking the inside line into Turn One every time.

Alonso realised that he needed to try a different tactic, and on lap seven he held back in Turn One so he could be closer along the back straight into Turn Four.

That forced Hulkenberg on to the defensive on the dusty inside line, making him slow into the corner and allowing Alonso to force his way past on the exit.

"That was beautiful," Alonso was told on the radio by his race engineer Andrea Stella. "Now we can use our pace."

But the Ferrari was not fast enough to challenge the Red Bulls and Alonso settled in to a comfortable third place as Vettel and Webber pulled away at the front.

It took Hamilton another six laps to pass Hulkenberg, and his concern now became his McLaren team-mate Button rather than trying to close on Alonso.

Button, starting in 11th place, made an early pit stop for tyres from 10th place on lap 11 to get out of a long line of traffic that was being held up by Hulkenberg.

That gave him some laps in clear air, and he made the most of them, so that by lap 20 he had made up so much ground that Hamilton would have lost fourth place if McLaren did not pit him for his own fresh set of tyres.

Hamilton duly pitted, and rejoined just in front of his team-mate.

Button's pace on his new tyres triggered a strong of copycat stops from the midfield runners, from which Hulkenberg emerged as the big loser.

Pitting from fourth place on lap 13, with a chain of several cars behind im. By the time the pit stops were done, Hulkenberg was down in 10th place, lacking the dry pace to stay ahead of his rivals.

Sauber's Kamui Kobayashi, Mercedes driver Nico Rosberg, Force India's Adrian Sutil and Michael Schumacher's Mercedes were all able to get past him.

A safety car on lap 51 spiced up the action by giving McLaren the chance to make a last throw of the dice in an attempt to challenge those in front him.

Both cars were able to stop without losing position, Hamilton choosing a fresh set of the harder of the two tyre options and Button some new 'super-soft' tyres, the grippier of the two choices.

But the safety car changed little. The front runners were separated from each other by backmarkers and by the time the McLaren drivers were behind the Ferrari on track, Alonso had more than enough pace to hold them back despite a string of fastest laps from Hamilton.

Vettel, meanwhile, seized the opportunity to demonstrate his superiority with a string of fastest laps to pull rapidly away from Webber.

The Australian had to concern himself more with Alonso, who began to close on him, but was able to keep the Ferrari at bay.

The final points places were taken by Rosberg, Schumacher, Hulkenberg, Robert Kubica's Renault and Kobayashi.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/10 at 1:19 am

TENNIS:

Italy retain Davis Cup after 3-1 win over United States in best-of-five final in San Diego

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/10 at 1:20 am

RUGBY UNION:

Scotland wing Thom Evans forced to retire because of neck injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/10 at 1:20 am

RUGBY UNION:

New Zealand hooker Keven Mealamu cited for incident in match against England

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/10 at 12:33 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Northampton's Tom Wood brought into England squad as cover for Lewis Moody

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/10 at 12:34 pm

HORSE RACING:

Johnny Murtagh quits as stable jockey to leading Irish trainer Aidan O'Brien

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/10 at 1:40 pm

BOXING:

Lennox Lewis believes Audley Harrison has the power to cause an upset in next Saturday's all-British world heavyweight fight against David Haye.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/10 at 1:41 pm

CYCLING:

World governing body calls for disciplinary proceedings to be opened against Alberto Contador

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/09/10 at 1:04 am

Claims of corruption in the 2018 World Cup bidding process have damaged Fifa's reputation, says a member of the body which will choose the hosts next month.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/09/10 at 1:26 am

LONDON OLYMPICS:

A council seeks legal action to force the organisers of the London Games to get the marathon back to the East End.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/09/10 at 12:23 pm

Is chess a sport?

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Written By: Frank on 11/09/10 at 12:31 pm

Is chess a sport?

How about checkers? cards? Backgammon? Mah-Jong?
I'd say these are games, not sports.
I got this definition of sport online

"Physical activity that is governed by a set of rules or customs and often engaged in competitively."

Yes, moving your arm to grab your bishop and move it diagonally 3 squares is some kind of physical activity, but I don't think it's a sport.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/09/10 at 12:34 pm

How about checkers? cards? Backgammon? Mah-Jong?
I'd say these are games, not sports.
I got this definition of sport online

"Physical activity that is governed by a set of rules or customs and often engaged in competitively."

Yes, moving your arm to grab your bishop and move it diagonally 3 squares is some kind of physical activity, but I don't think it's a sport.

There again, darts is shown on the Sports channel here..... ?

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Written By: Frank on 11/09/10 at 5:29 pm

There again, darts is shown on the Sports channel here..... ?

Darts is closer to a sport. You have to actually throw something to a specific spot, that takes skill.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/10 at 1:30 am

Darts is closer to a sport. You have to actually throw something to a specific spot, that takes skill.
...and is too noisy for me!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/10 at 12:01 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Uncapped Greig Laidlaw replaces injured scrum-half Rory Lawson in Scotland squad

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/10 at 12:01 pm

RUGBY UNION:

New Zealand appeal against Keven Mealamu's four-week ban for headbutting Lewis Moody

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/10 at 12:01 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray beats Argentine David Nalbandian 2-6 6-4 6-3 in second round of Paris Masters

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/10 at 12:45 am

GOLF:

Tiger Woods tied for 17th after first round of the Australian Masters

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/10 at 12:31 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Mark McGhee to remain Aberdeen boss for the foreseeable future, reports BBC Scotland

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/10 at 12:32 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Dundee United striker David Goodwillie named in Scotland squad for Faroe Islands friendly

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/10 at 12:32 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Roddick becomes final player to qualify for next week's eight-man ATP Finals in London

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/10 at 12:32 pm

HOCKEY:

England bid to host 2014 World Cups at Olympic Park loses out to the Netherlands

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/10 at 1:13 pm

GOLF:

England's Chris Wood shoots an eight-under-par 63 in the first round to take a share of the clubhouse lead in a rain-lashed Singapore Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/10 at 1:40 pm

SNOOKER:

Three-time world champion John Higgins says his imminent return from a six-month ban feels like "going to the dentist".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/10 at 12:59 am

Prime Minister David Cameron confirms he will travel to Zurich next month to support England's bid to host the 2018 World Cup.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/10 at 12:45 pm

BOXING:

David Haye tips the scales three stone lighter than Audley Harrison for Saturday's all-British WBA heavyweight title fight.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/10 at 12:46 pm

RUGBY UNION:

NZ hooker Keven Mealamu's four-week ban for striking Lewis Moody cut to two weeks

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/10 at 12:47 pm

GOLF:

England's Ian Poulter fires an eight-under-par 63 to put himself two shots off the lead after the second round of the Singapore Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/13/10 at 6:46 am

FORMULA1:

Qualifying for the title-deciding Abu Dhabi Grand Prix starts at 1300 GMT, after Sebastian Vettel posts the fastest time in final practice.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/13/10 at 6:46 am

FORMULA 1:

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel fastest in Abu Dhabi GP practice; 2. Webber; 3. Hamilton; 4. Alonso

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/13/10 at 6:47 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

New Zealand beat Australia 16-12 in Four Nations final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/13/10 at 6:47 am

CRICKET:

India close on 178-2 on day two of second Test against New Zealand, 172 behind

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/13/10 at 12:35 pm

RUGBY UNION:

George North marks his debut with two tries in Wales' 25-29 defeat by South Africa

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/13/10 at 12:35 pm

HORSE RACING:

Little Josh, ridden by Sam Twiston-Davies, wins Paddy Power Gold Cup at Cheltenham

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/13/10 at 4:11 pm

BOXING:

Manny Pacquiao's coach expects an early victory for his fighter in Saturday's WBC light-middleweight title contest against Antonio Margarito.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/13/10 at 5:29 pm

BOXING:

David Haye retained his WBA heavyweight title with a third-round stoppage against Audley Harrison in Manchester.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/13/10 at 5:29 pm

BOXING:

David Haye retained his WBA heavyweight title with a third-round stoppage against Audley Harrison in Manchester.
Harrison crumbled under a barrage of blows as the all-British showdown came to life after a tentative opening two rounds where few punches were thrown.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/13/10 at 5:30 pm

SNOOKER:

John Higgins reaches the last 16 of a European Tour Championship event on his return to snooker after a six-month ban.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/13/10 at 5:34 pm

SNOOKER:

Jimmy White has given his blessing to the facilities at the South West Snooker Academy in Quedgeley near Gloucester, which is now fully open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/14/10 at 2:46 am

BOXING:

Manny Pacquiao beats Antonio Margarito unanimously to claim WBC super-welterweight title

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/14/10 at 2:50 am

BOXING:

Manny Pacquiao beats Antonio Margarito unanimously to claim WBC super-welterweight title
The 31-year-old Filipino won every round in an unanimous points victory as his Mexican opponent ended the contest in a bloodied mess in Dallas.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/14/10 at 5:17 am

FORMULA1:

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel starts on pole ahead of McLaren's Lewis Hamilton and championship leader Fernando Alonso for the title-deciding Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/14/10 at 5:22 am

BOXING:

Frank Warren question the ethics of David Haye betting on himself winning in third round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/14/10 at 6:34 am

RUGBY UNION:

George North scores two tries in Wales' 25-29 defeat by South Africa

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/14/10 at 9:12 am

FORMULA1:

Sebastian Vettel wins the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix to seal his first Formula 1 world title, as Fernando Alonso, Mark Webber and Lewis Hamilton slip out of contention.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/14/10 at 9:27 am

GOLF:

Stuart Appleby produces a birdie-birdie finish to snatch the Australian Masters, with Tiger Woods finishing fourth after a 65.

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Written By: Henk on 11/14/10 at 9:38 am

FORMULA1:

Sebastian Vettel wins the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix to seal his first Formula 1 world title, as Fernando Alonso, Mark Webber and Lewis Hamilton slip out of contention.

At 23 years and 123 days, Vettel is now the youngest Formula 1 World Champion ever.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/15/10 at 12:54 am

GOLF:

Australia's Adam Scott wins the Singapore Open for the third time

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/17/10 at 4:38 am

RUGBY UNION:

Munster beat Australia's midweek side 15-6 at a wet and windy Thomond Park

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/17/10 at 9:27 am

RUGBY UNION:

England make four changes to face Samoa as Hendre Fourie starts with Nick Easter captain

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/17/10 at 9:28 am

RUGBY UNION:

Rory Lawson to captain Scotland v South Africa after Mike Blair ruled out with concussion

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/17/10 at 9:43 am

GOLF:

Rory McIlroy hopes to end a 21-month search for his second European Tour victory by triumphing at this week's Hong Kong Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/17/10 at 12:08 pm

TENNIS:

Spaniard Carlos Moya to retire from tennis at the age of 34 because of a foot injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/17/10 at 12:11 pm

One Of The Worst Open Goal Misses Ever From Fahad Khalfan In The Asian Games.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EC5yTJR3cy8

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/17/10 at 12:17 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL: Half Time

Argentina 0-0 Brazil:

"We've had the woodwork clattered, the locals noisily cheering every pass and the players taking it super seriously. Only thing missing is goals."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/18/10 at 1:24 am

RUGBY UNION:

Rory Lawson to captain Scotland v South Africa after Mike Blair ruled out with concussion

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Written By: Frank on 11/18/10 at 1:29 am

FORMULA1:

Sebastian Vettel wins the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix to seal his first Formula 1 world title, as Fernando Alonso, Mark Webber and Lewis Hamilton slip out of contention.

I woke up before 5am to watch that race. I thought Alonso was going to win ( before the race started)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/18/10 at 1:27 pm

GOLF:

Rory McIlroy cards a first-round 63 in the Hong Kong Open but still trails leader Mark Brown from New Zealand by one shot.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/18/10 at 1:28 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray will play world number two Roger Federer in the round-robin stage of the ATP World Tour Finals in London, which start on Sunday.

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Written By: nally on 11/19/10 at 12:49 pm

Is chess a sport?

How about checkers? cards? Backgammon? Mah-Jong?
I'd say these are games, not sports.
I got this definition of sport online

"Physical activity that is governed by a set of rules or customs and often engaged in competitively."

Yes, moving your arm to grab your bishop and move it diagonally 3 squares is some kind of physical activity, but I don't think it's a sport.

I agree with the above... games that you sit down to play are NOT sports. The same goes for card/gambling games like poker, which gets televised on sports channels. I, too, have always thought of sports as games involving physical activity where you (almost constantly) move your whole self around.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/10 at 12:50 pm

I agree with the above... games that you sit down to play are NOT sports. The same goes for card/gambling games like poker, which gets televised on sports channels. I, too, have always thought of sports as games involving physical activity where you (almost constantly) move your whole self around.
Physical activity like wrestling?

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Written By: nally on 11/19/10 at 12:51 pm

Darts is closer to a sport. You have to actually throw something to a specific spot, that takes skill.

...and is too noisy for me!

Yep, some skill is involved there.

Billiards (and other pool games) also involve skill in that you have to shoot the ball with a stick and try to land the game balls (excluding the cue) in the pockets.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/10 at 12:53 pm

Yep, some skill is involved there.

Billiards (and other pool games) also involve skill in that you have to shoot the ball with a stick and try to land the game balls (excluding the cue) in the pockets.
Like Billiards, snooker is a game played on a similar but larger table, certainly does contain skill to play this.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/10 at 12:54 pm

Like Billiards, snooker is a game played on a similar but larger table, certainly does contain skill to play this.
Is snooker popular in the USA?

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Written By: nally on 11/19/10 at 12:54 pm

Physical activity like wrestling?

Again, wrestling has been questioned by many as a sport, too.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/10 at 12:55 pm

Again, wrestling has been questioned by many as a sport, too.
Shown on the Sports Channels here, but still is questioned.

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Written By: nally on 11/19/10 at 12:57 pm

Shown on the Sports Channels here, but still is questioned.

However, I would still classify it as a sport over gambling games.

Like Billiards, snooker is a game played on a similar but larger table, certainly does contain skill to play this.

Is snooker popular in the USA?

It might be. I don't see it played often, but I do see billiard competition on sports channels such as ESPN.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/10 at 12:58 pm

It might be. I don't see it played often, but I do see billiard competition on sports channels such as ESPN.
It is very popular here, I have tried to play it myself, and enjoyed it, but never achieved well with it.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/10 at 2:02 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Uncapped centre Joe Ansbro replaces the injured Max Evans in Scotland XV to face Springboks

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/10 at 2:03 pm

Andy Murray will play world number two Roger Federer in the round-robin stage of the ATP World Tour Finals in London.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/10 at 2:03 pm

GOLF:

Englishman Ian Poulter fires a career-best 10-under-par 60 to snatch the lead in the Hong Kong Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/10 at 3:40 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Wales are held to a 16-16 draw by Fiji at the Millennium Stadium

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Written By: Frank on 11/19/10 at 4:41 pm

Is snooker popular in the USA?

I have played snooker before.

I agree with the above... games that you sit down to play are NOT sports. The same goes for card/gambling games like poker, which gets televised on sports channels. I, too, have always thought of sports as games involving physical activity where you (almost constantly) move your whole self around.

Agreed. "games that you sit down to play are NOT sports". Poker is not a sport, neither is chess
Except for maybe car racing. F1 and Nascar are considered sports. But some don't feel they are.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/10 at 4:42 pm

I have played snooker before.Agreed. "games that you sit down to play are NOT sports". Poker is not a sport, neither is chess
Except for maybe car racing. F1 and Nascar are considered sports. But some don't feel they are.

You can sit down in a bobsleigh.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/20/10 at 3:43 am

Billiards (and other pool games) also involve skill in that you have to shoot the ball with a stick and try to land the game balls (excluding the cue) in the pockets.
I was thinking over night, that snooker is popular in the countries of the British Commonwealth, such as Canada and Australia.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/20/10 at 3:48 am

I was thinking over night, that snooker is popular in the countries of the British Commonwealth, such as Canada and Australia.
Over the years Canada did have some very good players, Alain Robidoux, Kirk Stevens (now disappeared from the game), Cliff Thorburn (former world number one and world snooker champion in 1980, and now sadly departed Bill Werbeniuk.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/20/10 at 4:43 am

GOLF:

Ian Poulter shoots a third-round 64 to maintain lead in Hong Kong Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/20/10 at 8:51 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Kenny Miller scores a hat-trick as Rangers beat Kilmarnock 3-2 at Rugby Park

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/20/10 at 2:07 pm

RUGBY UNION:

New Zealand close in on tour Grand Slam with 38-18 win over Ireland in Dublin

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Written By: danootaandme on 11/20/10 at 4:23 pm

My sister is cleaning out the house and found my signed Roy Campanella baseball :)

"Roy Campanella (November 19, 1921 – June 26, 1993), nicknamed "Campy", was an American baseball player, primarily at the position of catcher, in the Negro Leagues and Major League Baseball. He was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Widely considered to have been one of the greatest catchers in the history of the game, Campanella played for the Brooklyn Dodgers during the 1940s and 1950s, as one of the pioneers in breaking the color barrier in Major League Baseball. His career was cut short in 1958 when he was paralyzed in an automobile accident."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/20/10 at 4:24 pm

My sister is cleaning out the house and found my signed Roy Campanella baseball :)

"Roy Campanella (November 19, 1921 – June 26, 1993), nicknamed "Campy", was an American baseball player, primarily at the position of catcher, in the Negro Leagues and Major League Baseball. He was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Widely considered to have been one of the greatest catchers in the history of the game, Campanella played for the Brooklyn Dodgers during the 1940s and 1950s, as one of the pioneers in breaking the color barrier in Major League Baseball. His career was cut short in 1958 when he was paralyzed in an automobile accident."
Sound like a treasured item.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/20/10 at 4:50 pm

London's Olympics organisers must be faithful to their promise and retain the 2012 stadium's running track after the Games, according to Sergei Bubka.

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Written By: Frank on 11/21/10 at 12:47 am

My sister is cleaning out the house and found my signed Roy Campanella baseball :)

"Roy Campanella (November 19, 1921 – June 26, 1993), nicknamed "Campy", was an American baseball player, primarily at the position of catcher, in the Negro Leagues and Major League Baseball. He was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Widely considered to have been one of the greatest catchers in the history of the game, Campanella played for the Brooklyn Dodgers during the 1940s and 1950s, as one of the pioneers in breaking the color barrier in Major League Baseball. His career was cut short in 1958 when he was paralyzed in an automobile accident."

That's a keeper. Nice item.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/21/10 at 12:47 am

My sister is cleaning out the house and found my signed Roy Campanella baseball :)

"Roy Campanella (November 19, 1921 – June 26, 1993), nicknamed "Campy", was an American baseball player, primarily at the position of catcher, in the Negro Leagues and Major League Baseball. He was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Widely considered to have been one of the greatest catchers in the history of the game, Campanella played for the Brooklyn Dodgers during the 1940s and 1950s, as one of the pioneers in breaking the color barrier in Major League Baseball. His career was cut short in 1958 when he was paralyzed in an automobile accident."
Is there a value on the item?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/21/10 at 3:46 am

BOXING:

Sergio Martinez stops Paul Williams in second round to retain WBC middleweight championship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/21/10 at 3:47 am

GOLF:

Ian Poulter shoots final-round 67 to retain Hong Kong Open by a single stroke

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/21/10 at 3:47 am

DISABILITY SPORT:

Dutch wheelchair tennis star Esther Vergeer wins 400th consecutive match

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/21/10 at 8:56 am

TENNIS:

British number one Andy Murray takes on Robin Soderling in the opening match of the ATP World Tour Finals in London.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/21/10 at 8:58 am

HORSE RACING:

Hello Bud, ridden by Sam Twiston-Davies, wins the Becher Chase at Aintree

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Written By: Frank on 11/21/10 at 10:40 am

Is there a value on the item?

There probably is.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/21/10 at 11:03 am

There probably is.
Is there anything similar on eBay?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/22/10 at 2:47 pm

RUGBY UNION:

England call up Allen, Simpson-Daniel & Robshaw as injury cover ahead of match with SA

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/22/10 at 2:47 pm

TENNIS:

Novak Djokovic eases past Tomas Berdych 6-3 6-3 in his opening ATP Finals match in London

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/22/10 at 2:48 pm

FOOTBALL:

SFA draws up contingency for referees' strike including using officials from outside Scotland

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/10 at 1:10 am

TENNIS:

Rafael Nadal beats Andy Roddick 3-6 7-6 (7-5) 6-4 in the ATP World Tour Finals in London

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/10 at 1:38 pm

TENNIS:

Roger Federer beats Andy Murray 6-4 6-2 in London

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/10 at 1:38 pm

HORSE RACING:

Noel Fehily to ride Kauto Star in the King George VI Chase at Kempton on Boxing Day

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/10 at 1:57 pm

From Today in the History of Sport:

November 23rd 1930 - NY Giant Hap Moran runs 91 yards for a TD from a scrimmage

What is a scrimmage?

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Written By: danootaandme on 11/24/10 at 8:18 am

Is there a value on the item?

Probably not a lot. I went to a signing he had but it was after his accident, not during his playing years. It is more personal nostalgia.

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Written By: nally on 11/24/10 at 12:42 pm

Agreed. "games that you sit down to play are NOT sports". Poker is not a sport, neither is chess
Except for maybe car racing. F1 and Nascar are considered sports. But some don't feel they are.

That's right; auto racing has been a "questionable" sport, as discussed on another thread many moons ago. Some people think car racing is sports because it is 'played' on a large field (in this case a huge race track), and it's all about how fast you go to complete the course...

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Written By: nally on 11/24/10 at 12:43 pm

You can sit down in a bobsleigh.

Same goes for a race car. But then you move around in the vehicles, piloting them all over the course.

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Written By: nally on 11/24/10 at 12:46 pm

My sister is cleaning out the house and found my signed Roy Campanella baseball :)

"Roy Campanella (November 19, 1921 – June 26, 1993), nicknamed "Campy", was an American baseball player, primarily at the position of catcher, in the Negro Leagues and Major League Baseball. He was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Widely considered to have been one of the greatest catchers in the history of the game, Campanella played for the Brooklyn Dodgers during the 1940s and 1950s, as one of the pioneers in breaking the color barrier in Major League Baseball. His career was cut short in 1958 when he was paralyzed in an automobile accident."

Sound like a treasured item.

That's a keeper. Nice item.

Agreed. Items like that should be safely treasured.

Probably not a lot. I went to a signing he had but it was after his accident, not during his playing years. It is more personal nostalgia.

I see..

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/24/10 at 1:35 pm

TENNIS:

Tomas Berdych beats Andy Roddick 7-5 6-3 in group stage match at Tour Finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/24/10 at 1:35 pm

Agreed. Items like that should be safely treasured.

I see..
Are they any similar signed baseballs on eBay?

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Written By: nally on 11/24/10 at 4:20 pm

Are they any similar signed baseballs on eBay?

There might be. Although some items like that are one of a kind.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/10 at 1:42 am

TENNIS:

Rafael Nadal puts himself in pole position to qualify for the knockout stage of ATP World Tour Finals with a 7-5 6-2 win over Novak Djokovic that was aided by the Serb suffering from an eye problem.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/10 at 1:42 am

GOLF:

Tourism authority Failte Ireland has expressed confidence that the Irish Open will go ahead in 2011 despite the loss of its title sponsor.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/10 at 1:53 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL:

Uefa opens disciplinary case on Jose Mourinho & four Real Madrid players for improper conduct

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/10 at 1:53 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL:

Uefa also opens case against Cluj coach Sorin Cartu for improper conduct against Basel

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/10 at 1:53 pm

HORSE RACING:

Newcastle's Saturday meeting, featuring Fighting Fifth Hurdle, called off because of snow

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/10 at 3:17 pm

TENNIS:

Britain's Andy Murray takes on David Ferrer in his final group match at the ATP World Tour Finals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/10 at 3:38 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Harlequins chief executive Mark Evans has revealed he will leave the Premiership club in February.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/10 at 3:38 pm

TENNIS:

Britain's Andy Murray takes on David Ferrer in his final group match at the ATP World Tour Finals.
Scot Andy Murray reaches the last four of the ATP Tour Finals following a 6-2 6-2 win over Spain's David Ferrer.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/10 at 3:41 pm

GOLF:

Graeme McDowell lies five shots behind Order of Merit rival Martin Kaymer after the first round of the Dubai World Championship.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/26/10 at 1:39 am

HORSE RACING:

Towcester's Saturday meeting called off due to frozen track

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/26/10 at 11:44 am

TENNIS:

Rafael Nadal beats Tomas Berdych 7-6 (7-3) 6-1 in World Tour finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/26/10 at 11:44 am

RUGBY UNION:

Ireland recall Geordan Murphy for Saturday's match against Argentina

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/26/10 at 11:45 am

GOLF:

Ross Fisher and Ian Poulter share the lead at halfway stage of Dubai World Championship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/26/10 at 12:58 pm

Bernie Ecclestone suffered a "minor" injury during a mugging outside his London home on Wednesday evening, according to a report.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/26/10 at 2:56 pm

TENNIS:

World number three Novak Djokovic faces Andy Roddick with a semi-final clash with Roger Federer up for grabs at the ATP World Tour Finals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/26/10 at 4:02 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Results: Newport 20-6 Munster, Treviso 9-19 Ulster, Edinburgh 24-19 Connacht

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/26/10 at 4:14 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Head of refereeing development Hugh Dallas parts company with SFA, BBC Scotland learns

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/27/10 at 12:58 am

TENNIS:

Novak Djokovic beats Andy Roddick 6-2 6-3 and will face Roger Federer in semi-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/27/10 at 12:59 am

GOLF:

Graeme McDowell's chances of being crowned Europe's number one golfer look slim after his 73 in the second round of the Dubai World Championship.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/27/10 at 7:19 am

TENNIS:

Andy Murray concedes he will be the underdog when he plays Rafael Nadal in the last four of the ATP World Tour Finals on Saturday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/27/10 at 7:40 am

COLD SNAP:

This weekend's sporting programme is being affected by the snow and frost

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/27/10 at 7:42 am

BOXING:

Matthew Hatton defended his European welterweight title for the second time with a third-round stoppage of the previously unbeaten Roberto Belge.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/27/10 at 11:29 am

RUGBY UNION:

World champions South Africa defeat England 21-11 at Twickenham

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Written By: nally on 11/27/10 at 11:32 am

MLB: Los Angeles Dodgers reportedly signed Jon Garland to complete their starting rotation for the 2011 season. He will likely replace Vicente Padilla, who had been injured for much of the last part of the regular season; he will most likely not re-sign with L.A. next year. Garland had previously been a member of the Dodgers in September 2009, when they acquired him from the Arizona Diamondbacks.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/27/10 at 12:09 pm

GOLF:

Ian Poulter will take a two-shot lead into the final round of the Dubai World Championship as he aims to record back-to-back victories on the European Tour.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/27/10 at 12:45 pm

RUGBY UNION:

New Zealand's Dan Carter breaks Jonny Wilkinson's record of 1,178 international points

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/27/10 at 12:46 pm

TENNIS:

Rafael Nadal defeats Andy Murray 7-6 3-6 7-6 in World Tour Finals semi-final in London

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/27/10 at 3:00 pm

RUGBY UNION:

World champions South Africa polish off England 21-11

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/27/10 at 3:01 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Ruaridh Jackson's late penalty hands Scotland 19-16 win over Samoa

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/27/10 at 3:02 pm

RUGBY UNION:

NZ's Dan Carter breaks Jonny Wilkinson's international points record in 37-25 win in Wales

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/27/10 at 3:02 pm

TENNIS:

World number two Roger Federer plays Novak Djokovic for the right to meet Rafael Nadal in the final of the ATP World Tour Finals.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/28/10 at 12:16 am

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Football and racing has been affected in England and Scotland

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/28/10 at 3:28 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Dundee Utd v Rangers called off because of severe weather conditions

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/28/10 at 3:29 am

BOXING:

Carl Froch regains WBC super-middleweight belt with unanimous points win over Arthur Abraham

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/28/10 at 4:54 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Dundee Utd v Rangers; Motherwell v Hearts called off because of severe weather conditions

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/28/10 at 5:22 am

HORSE RACING:

Tuesday's meeting at Hereford has been abandoned because of a frozen track

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/28/10 at 5:23 am

GOLF:

Martin Kaymer wins European Tour money list title for 2010

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/28/10 at 5:49 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Scottish Football Association chief executive Stewart Regan is confident that there will be no repeat of the referees' strike.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/28/10 at 8:47 am

GOLF:

Robert Karlsson beats Ian Poulter on second hole of a play-off to win Dubai World Championship

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/28/10 at 10:46 am

RUGBY UNION:

Ireland beat Argentina 29-9 in Dublin

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/28/10 at 12:02 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Controversial Scottish ref Dougie McDonald quits as an elite match official

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/28/10 at 12:02 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Harlequins beat Leeds Carnegie 51-18 in Aviva Premiership

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/28/10 at 12:02 pm

TENNIS:

Rafael Nadal faces Roger Federer in the final of the ATP World Tour Finals at London's O2 Arena.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/28/10 at 1:56 pm

TENNIS:

Roger Federer beats Rafael Nadal 6-3 3-6 6-1 in final of ATP Tour Finals at O2 Arena

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/28/10 at 2:06 pm

Christine Ohuruogu says that she hopes a successful World Championships next year can set her up for success at London 2012, after missing most of this season through injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/28/10 at 2:06 pm

He is one of the most recognised footballers of his generation - yet David Ginola almost had a very different sporting career.

At the age of 14 the Frenchman had to decide whether he was going to pursue a career in football or skiing

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/28/10 at 2:07 pm

Devon skier Jai Geyer has suffered an injury setback at the start of his debut season with Team Great Britain.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/29/10 at 11:17 am

WORLD CUP 2018:

Three Fifa officials who will vote on bids took bribes in the 1990s, BBC Panorama says

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/29/10 at 3:10 pm

WOMEN'S FOOTBALL:

England drawn with Japan, New Zealand and Mexico at 2011 Women's World Cup in Germany

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/10 at 1:20 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL:

Barcelona thrash Real Madrid 5-0 in La Liga

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/10 at 1:21 am

CYCLING:

Sir Chris Hoy says trips to Australia and Colombia next month are key to qualifying for London 2012 places.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/10 at 12:54 pm

Prime Minister David Cameron insists he will ignore the furore over corruption claims levelled at Fifa as he tries to secure the 2018 World Cup for England.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/10 at 12:55 pm

ITALIAN FOOTBALL:

Italy's Serie A players call strike for 11 and 12 December over collective contract deal

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/10 at 12:55 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Saracens rugby director Brendan Venter to quit role and become technical director

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/10 at 12:55 pm

FIFA:

Fifa vice-president Issa Hayatou considers suing BBC after Panorama claims of corruption

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 11/30/10 at 7:04 pm

More MLB news... the Dodgers have gotten rid of Ryan Theriot (after acquiring him at the end of July at the trade deadline from CHC), trading him to the St. Louis Cardinals for a pitcher by the name of Blake Hawksworth. LAD has also acquired Juan Uribe from the Jints.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/10 at 1:30 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

England drawn in same group as Australia for the opening stages of next World Cup in 2013

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/10 at 2:14 pm

RUGBY UNION:

New Zealand's Richie McCaw named IRB player of the year

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/10 at 2:14 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Tom Croft does not need surgery on his fractured right shoulder

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/10 at 2:15 pm

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL:

Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin will not go to Zurich for the 2018 World Cup announcement

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/10 at 2:15 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Scottish Premier League's weekend fixtures wiped out by bad weather

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/10 at 2:15 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Aberdeen manager Mark McGhee leaves the club

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/10 at 12:53 am

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL:

Twenty-two Fifa executives hold the key to England's 2018 World Cup bid as the fate of its turbulent campaign will be decided on Thursday in Zurich.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/10 at 11:15 am

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL:

England missed out on the right to host the 2018 World Cup after football's governing body Fifa picked Russia to stage the event for the first time.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/10 at 11:16 am

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL:

England missed out on the right to host the 2018 World Cup after football's governing body Fifa picked Russia to stage the event for the first time.
It will be cheaper for us that way!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/03/10 at 1:25 am

SKIING:

Brit Chemmy Alcott recovering after surgery on broken leg after World Cup training crash

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/03/10 at 1:25 am

GOLF:

Tiger Woods takes one-shot lead over NI duo Graeme McDowell & Rory McIlroy at World Challenge

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/03/10 at 1:00 pm

TENNIS:

Serbia & France tied at 1-1 in Davis Cup final after Novak Djokovic beats Gilles Simon

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/03/10 at 1:05 pm

GOLF:

Lee Westwood shoots an excellent eight-under-par 64 to open up a three-shot lead after the second round of the Nedbank Golf Challenge in South Africa.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/03/10 at 2:24 pm

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL:

Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp suggests England have been the victims of a stitch-up in the vote for the 2018 World Cup

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/10 at 2:02 am

FOOTBALL:

FA acting chairman Roger Burden withdraws application for permanent position

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/10 at 2:03 am

RUGBY UNION:

Magners League result - Scarlets 17-17 Leinster

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/10 at 2:04 am

GOLF:

Tiger Woods extends his lead to four shots at the Chevron World Challenge with an impressive 66 at Thousand Oaks.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/10 at 3:49 am

BOXING:

Andreas Evensen believes he can cause an upset by taking Ricky Burns' WBO super-featherweight title when the pair meet at Braehead Arena on Saturday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/10 at 5:25 am

CYCLING:

Chris Hoy win the men's Keirin to clinch another gold at the track World Cup event in Melbourne while Victoria Pendleton has to settle for silver in the sprint final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/10 at 5:27 am

CYCLING:

Fabian Cancellara has signed a three-year contract to race for the Luxembourg Pro Cycling Project.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/10 at 6:16 am

FORMULA 1:

Agreement is reached for F1 to use fuel-efficient 1.6-litre four-cylinder engines in 2013

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/10 at 9:31 am

GOLF:

Lee Westwood will take a five-shot lead into the final day of the Nedbank Challenge in South Africa

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/10 at 11:31 am

RUGBY UNION:

Premiership result - London Irish 14-23 Leicester

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/10 at 11:31 am

RUGBY UNION:

Drew Mitchell scores twice as Barbarians beat South Africa 26-20 at Twickenham

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/10 at 11:49 am

SNOOKER:

John Higgins hit a century in the first frame of his first match in the UK after a six-month suspension, making a flying start to the UK Championship.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/10 at 11:55 am

RUGBY SEVENS:

England beat World Series champions Samoa 29-21 to take Dubai Sevens title

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/10 at 1:13 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Premiership result - London Irish 14-23 Leicester

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/10 at 1:13 pm

TENNIS:

France take 2-1 Davis Cup final lead over Serbia after winning doubles clash in four hours 34 mins

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/10 at 1:13 pm

SNOOKER:

John Higgins tied at 4-4 with Stephen Lee at break in their UK Championship first round match

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/10 at 3:00 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Magners League results - Munster 16-9 Cardiff Blues; Ospreys 33-16 Edinburgh

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/10 at 3:37 pm

SNOOKER:

Defending champion Ding Junhui beats Matthew Stevens 9-4 in first round of UK Championship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/10 at 4:40 pm

SNOOKER:

Mark Selby beats Ricky Walden 9-6 in first round of UK Championship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/05/10 at 3:44 am

BOXING:

Scotland's Ricky Burns beats Andreas Evensen by unanimous decision to retain WBO super-featherweight title

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/05/10 at 3:44 am

GOLF:

Tiger Woods maintains four-shot lead over Graeme McDowell after R3 of Chevron World Challenge

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/05/10 at 12:26 pm

SNOOKER:

Jimmy White and Stephen Hendry tied at 4-4 after first session at the UK Championship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/05/10 at 12:26 pm

TENNIS:

Serbia win first Davis Cup title after Viktor Troicki beats France's Michael Llodra in deciding rubber

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/05/10 at 12:26 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Premiership results - Wasps 24-12 Exeter; Saracens 26-14 Harlequins

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/05/10 at 12:27 pm

SNOOKER:

John Higgins beats Stephen Lee 9-6 in round one of the UK Championship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/05/10 at 12:27 pm

GOLF:

Lee Westwood chips in for birdie on the 18th to win Nedbank Challenge in Sun City, South Africa

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/05/10 at 12:28 pm

GOLF:

Lee Westwood chips in for birdie on the 18th to win Nedbank Challenge in Sun City, South Africa
This win guarantees his world number one golf status.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/06/10 at 1:23 am

HORSE RACING:

Monday's race meeting at Lingfield goes ahead after passing inspection

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/06/10 at 1:23 am

GOLF:

Graeme McDowell beats Tiger Woods on the first play-off hole to win the Chevron World Challenge

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/06/10 at 1:23 am

ATHLETICS:

Drug cheat Marion Jones tells BBC's Inside Sport she did not deserve to be jailed

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Written By: nally on 12/06/10 at 11:08 am

ATHLETICS:

Drug cheat Marion Jones tells BBC's Inside Sport she did not deserve to be jailed

I know that she came clean about performance-enhancing drugs not too long ago and forfeited her medals...

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/09/10 at 3:11 pm

SNOOKER:

Neil Robertson 4-4 Shaun Murphy at end of first session of UK Championship quarter-final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/09/10 at 3:23 pm

FOOTBALL:

Paul Gascoigne given eight-week sentence suspended for a year for drink driving offence

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/09/10 at 3:23 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Saturday's SPL games Celtic v Kilmarnock and Dundee Utd v Motherwell are postponed

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Written By: nally on 12/09/10 at 6:46 pm

More MLB offseason news...I hear that the Redsox just signed another free agent: Carl Crawford (who'd been a member of the Tampa Bay Rays for the past several years).

And the E.E. is making an offer to get Cliff Lee...I hope he doesn't sign with them.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/10/10 at 1:04 am

SNOOKER:

Mark Williams to meet Shaun Murphy in the UK Championship semis after beating Mark Joyce 9-7

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/10/10 at 1:07 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Aberdeen target Craig Brown resigns as Motherwell manager

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/10/10 at 12:53 pm

SNOOKER:

UK Championship semi-final first session - John Higgins 4-4 Mark Allen

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/10/10 at 12:54 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Crusaders docked four points ahead of 2011 Super League for entering administration

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/10/10 at 3:39 pm

SNOOKER:

John Higgins beats Mark Allen 9-5 to reach UK Championship final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/10/10 at 3:40 pm

BOXING:

Amir Khan's trainer Freddie Roach says he is confident his fighter will not lose a round in his fight against Marcos Maidana on Saturday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/11/10 at 3:42 am

RUGBY UNION:

Toulouse win 28-16 at Glasgow in Heineken Cup Pool 6

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/11/10 at 3:43 am

DISABILITY SPORT:

Canoeing and triathlon events to be added to Paralympic Games in Rio de Janeiro (2016)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/11/10 at 7:32 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Annan Athletic v Clyde in the Scottish third division is postponed

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/11/10 at 7:33 am

FOOTBALL:

The Football Association of Ireland is in talks over a possible friendly with England in Dublin

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/12/10 at 4:02 am

SNOOKER:

Mark Williams beats Shaun Murphy 9-8 to reach UK Championship final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/12/10 at 4:03 am

BOXING:

Amir Khan defends WBA light-welterweight title with unanimous points victory over Marcos Maidana

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/12/10 at 4:46 am

HORSE RACING:

Sunday's fixture at Huntingdon has been abandoned due to a frozen track

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/12/10 at 12:10 pm

SNOOKER:

Mark Williams leads John Higgins 6-2 in UK Championship final after the first session

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/12/10 at 12:22 pm

GOLF:

Defending champion Pablo Martin wins Alfred Dunhill Championship in South Africa

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 12/14/10 at 4:26 pm

MLB: Cliff Lee has decided to go back to the Philadelphia Phillies, after declining offers by the Texas Rangers (who wanted to keep him) and the New York Yankees (a team he has never pitched for). I'm glad he decided against NYY.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/15/10 at 12:59 pm

HORSE RACING:

Hurricane Fly second favourite for Champion Hurdle after beating Solwhit at Fairyhouse

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/15/10 at 1:00 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Irregular betting patterns around red card in Tuesday's Motherwell-Hearts game being investigated

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/17/10 at 1:05 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Celtic skipper Shaun Maloney out for four months after undergoing ankle surgery

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/18/10 at 7:04 am

RUGBY UNION:

Glasgow's Heineken Cup match against Toulouse moved to Sunday

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/18/10 at 7:04 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Celtic's SPL match at Hamilton postponed because of malfunctioning underpitch heating system

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/18/10 at 7:04 am

CYCLING:

Ed Clancy wins omnium for GB in World Cup in Colombia; Victoria Pendleton second in sprint

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/18/10 at 7:06 am

SPORT:

Weekend's programme is hit by snow and freezing conditions across Britain

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/18/10 at 11:17 am

HEINEKEN CUP:

Ospreys 19-15 Munster; Toulon 38-17 Lon Irish; Bath 22-26 Ulster; Treviso 15-28 Scarlets

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/18/10 at 1:49 pm

HEINEKEN CUP:

Leinster take control of Pool Two with 24-8 victory over Clermont Auvergne in Dublin

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/18/10 at 1:49 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL:

Inter Milan win Fifa World Club Cup, beating African champions TP Mazembe 3-0 in the final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/18/10 at 4:44 pm

TENNIS:

Teenagers Heather Watson and Laura Robson will make their Fed Cup debuts for Britain in next month's Europe/Africa Zone Group 1 matches in Israel.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/18/10 at 4:44 pm

CYCLING:

Britain's Ed Clancy wins the men's omnium at the second round of the World Cup in Cali, Colombia.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/18/10 at 4:44 pm

BOXING:

Amir Khan targets a unification fight with Devon Alexander or Timothy Bradley in 2011 before taking on Floyd Mayweather Jr in 2012.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/19/10 at 6:12 am

CYCLING:

Victoria Pendleton wins Keirin gold, Sir Chris Hoy wins sprint silver on final day of World Cup

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/19/10 at 6:13 am

BOXING:

Bernard Hopkins, 45, misses oldest world champion shot after technical draw with Jean Pascal

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/19/10 at 6:13 am

RUGBY UNION:

Heineken Cup match off - Edinburgh v Castres; European Challenge Cup - Sale v Brive

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/19/10 at 10:49 am

GOLF:

Ernie Els wins South African Open Championship for the fifth time

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/19/10 at 10:49 am

RUGBY UNION:

Heineken Cup - Leicester 22-22 Perpignan; Cardiff 19-23 Northampton

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 12/19/10 at 1:41 pm

GOLF:

Ernie Els wins South African Open Championship for the fifth time

Excellent!!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/20/10 at 1:18 am

Grand National winner Tony McCoy has been voted the 2010 BBC Sports Personality of the Year.

The 36-year-old has been the champion jump jockey 15 times and becomes the first rider to win the BBC award after claiming 41.98% of the vote.

"To win this award is surreal," said McCoy, who won the Grand National in April at the 15th attempt.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/21/10 at 1:23 am

2012 OLYMPICS:

The floodlights at London's 2012 Olympic stadium are switched on at a ceremony in east London.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/21/10 at 1:23 am

2012 OLYMPICS:

The floodlights at London's 2012 Olympic stadium are switched on at a ceremony in east London.
http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/50507000/jpg/_50507700_010885507-1.jpg

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Written By: nally on 12/21/10 at 10:46 pm

http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/50507000/jpg/_50507700_010885507-1.jpg

This is the stadium which will be used for the Olympic games, I presume. What exactly is going on in the foreground of this photo?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/22/10 at 1:32 am

This is the stadium which will be used for the Olympic games, I presume. What exactly is going on in the foreground of this photo?
That was the collective party of people, delegates, including Boris Johnson (Mayor of London)and Seb Coe (London 2012 chairman ) and schoolchildren. all there to countdown and switch on the floodlights.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 12/22/10 at 2:34 pm

That was the collective party of people, delegates, including Boris Johnson (Mayor of London)and Seb Coe (London 2012 chairman ) and schoolchildren. all there to countdown and switch on the floodlights.

I see. :)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/22/10 at 2:57 pm

HORSE RACING:

Champion jockey Tony McCoy will ride Kauto Star in Sunday's King George VI Chase

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/22/10 at 2:58 pm

TENNIS:

American Wayne Odesnik has his two-year doping ban suspended after 12 months

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/25/10 at 2:26 am

The cold weather continues to cause problems for Britain's sporting schedule going into the festive period.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/25/10 at 5:34 am

LONDON OLYMPICS 2012:

Two million people have signed up for tickets for the London 2012 Olympics, chief executive Paul Deighton said.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/25/10 at 5:35 am

LONDON OLYMPICS 2012:

Two million people have signed up for tickets for the London 2012 Olympics, chief executive Paul Deighton said.
Organisers were preparing for the "mind-boggling" task of co-ordinating sales, he said, as well as planning and managing seats for the 8.8m tickets.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/26/10 at 1:54 am

On this day in 1919, Babe Ruth of the Boston Red Sox was sold to the New York Yankees by owner Harry Frazee, but for how much?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/26/10 at 2:22 am

HORSE RACING:

Boxing Day race meet at Fontwell is called off due to frost

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/26/10 at 4:24 am

The cold weather continues to cause problems for Britain's sporting schedule with Premier League games at Blackpool and Everton joining the list of postponements.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/27/10 at 4:37 am

GOLF:

Italian brothers Francesco and Edoardo Molinari are among 13 players to qualify for the 2011 Masters at Augusta courtesy of their world ranking.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/27/10 at 10:23 am

RUGBY UNION:

Leicester beat Sale 54-21 in Premiership match at Welford Road

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/27/10 at 12:05 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Ospreys beat Scarlets 60-17 in Magners League match

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Written By: nally on 12/27/10 at 2:24 pm

On this day in 1919, Babe Ruth of the Boston Red Sox was sold to the New York Yankees by owner Harry Frazee, but for how much?

An amount that was considered "a lot of money" back then.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/27/10 at 3:00 pm

RUGBY UNION:

England fly-half Jonny Wilkinson signs a two-year contract extension with Toulon

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/27/10 at 5:19 pm

DARTS:

Phil Taylor beats Per Laursen 4-0 to reach last 16 of PDC World Championship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/28/10 at 5:11 am

SAILING:

Four-time line honours winner Wild Oats XI is first across the line in the Sydney to Hobart race

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/28/10 at 5:11 am

RACING:

Thursday's meeting at Haydock abandoned because of a frozen track

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/29/10 at 8:09 am

SAILING:

Wild Oats XI wins the 2010 Sydney to Hobart race despite protest

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/29/10 at 8:09 am

SKIING:

Austria's Michael Walchhofer becomes first skier to win three downhills at Bormio

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/29/10 at 8:10 am

HORSE RACING:

Queen Mother Champion Chase winner Big Zeb lands feature race at Leopardstown

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/29/10 at 11:29 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Scott Vernon strikes in injury time as Aberdeen beat Hamilton 1-0 in the SPL

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/30/10 at 5:04 am

DARTS:

Phil Taylor beats Peter Wright 4-1 to reach quarter-finals of PDC World Championship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/30/10 at 5:06 am

DARTS:

Phil Taylor beats Peter Wright 4-1 to reach quarter-finals of PDC World Championship
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Peter Wright

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/30/10 at 8:55 am

DARTS:

Adrian Lewis beats Robert Thornton 4-1 in PDC World Championship third round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/30/10 at 8:56 am

HORSE RACING:

Favourite Mikael D'Haguenet fifth as Realt Dubh wins novice chase at Leopardstown

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/30/10 at 11:22 am

DARTS:

Gary Anderson averages 108 in beating Andy Smith 4-0 to reach PDC World Championship last eight

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/30/10 at 11:22 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Former Scotland midfielder Stuart McCall is confirmed as Motherwell's new manager.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/30/10 at 11:26 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Plans to mark the 40th anniversary of the Ibrox disaster in which 66 people died have been unveiled by Rangers Football Club.

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Written By: nally on 12/30/10 at 1:45 pm

MLB: Hall-of-Famer Harmon Killebrew, who played during the 1960's and 1970's, mostly with the Minnesota Twins, has been diagnosed with esophageal cancer.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/30/10 at 2:42 pm

DARTS:

Vincent van der Voort beats 2010 finalist Simon Whitlock 4-2 in PDC World Championship last 16

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/30/10 at 2:42 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Celtic complete signing of former Arsenal midfielder Freddie Ljungberg

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/31/10 at 2:22 am

NEW YEAR HONOURS:

World Cup final referee Howard Webb and Ryder Cup hero Graeme McDowell are made MBEs in the New Year Honours List while former England rugby player Mike Catt gets an OBE.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/31/10 at 2:38 am

DARTS:

Raymond van Barneveld beats Colin Osborne 4-3 in PDC World Championship last 16

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/31/10 at 2:39 am

HORSE RACING:

Friday's meeting at Uttoxeter goes ahead. Saturday's meeting at Musselburgh abandoned

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/31/10 at 8:16 am

TENNIS:

Former world number four Nicolas Kiefer announces his immediate retirement from tennis to spend more time with his family.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/31/10 at 8:16 am

TENNIS:

Former world number one Justine Henin returns to competition in the Hopman Cup team event on Saturday but she may not be fully fit for six months.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/31/10 at 8:16 am

TENNIS:

American Wayne Odesnik has had a two-year doping ban suspended after 12 months, allowing him to return to action from 29 December.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/01/11 at 6:12 am

Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp will attempt to bring former England captain David Beckham to White Hart Lane on loan from LA Galaxy in January.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/01/11 at 3:00 pm

DARTS:

Scotland's Gary Anderson beats former champion Raymond van Barneveld 5-1 to reach PDC semis

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/02/11 at 5:32 am

DARTS:

Welshman Mark Webster beats 15-times champion Phil Tayor 5-2 to reach PDC semi-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/02/11 at 5:33 am

DARTS:

Welshman Mark Webster beats 15-times champion Phil Tayor 5-2 to reach PDC semi-finals
On no!! Phil "The Power" Taylor is out!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/02/11 at 5:34 am

HORSE RACING:

Ayr's meeting goes ahead on Sunday with no need for course inspection

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/02/11 at 5:48 am

TENNIS:

Former world number one Justine Henin makes a successful return from injury with a straight-sets win over Alicia Molik on the opening day of the Hopman Cup.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/02/11 at 3:16 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Magners League result - Edinburgh 28-17 Glasgow

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/03/11 at 2:53 am

DARTS:

Scotland's Gary Anderson will face England's Adrian Lewis in the PDC World Championship final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/03/11 at 2:53 am

TENNIS:

Britain's Heather Watson beats Italian Alberta Brianti 6-3 6-2 to reach Auckland main draw

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/03/11 at 2:54 am

TENNIS:

GB's Andy Murray/Laura Robson lose 2-1 to Italian pair Starace/Schiavone in Hopman Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/03/11 at 2:54 am

Paul Goodison is hoping that victories in two key home events in 2011 will propel him to gold at the 2012 Olympic Games.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/03/11 at 6:59 am

FOOTBALL:

David Beckham representative says awaiting LA Galaxy decision over any potential loan move

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/03/11 at 9:48 am

DARTS:

Two-time BDO champion Ted Hankey beaten 3-0 by Scott Waites in first round at Lakeside

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/03/11 at 9:48 am

DARTS:

Lakeside 1st round results - Dean Winstanley 3-2 Martin Atkins; Stephen Bunting 3-0 Brian Woods

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/03/11 at 10:15 am

BOXING:

Brothers Wladimir and Vitali Klitschko say they are ready to fight Britain's world heavyweight champion David Haye in 2011.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/03/11 at 2:14 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Kilmarnock make it seven wins in last 10 SPL games with 2-0 win at St Mirren

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/03/11 at 2:14 pm

DARTS:

Two-time BDO champion Ted Hankey beaten 3-0 by Scott Waites in first round at Lakeside

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/11 at 1:36 am

DARTS:

Martin Adams beats John Walton 4-3 after sudden death final leg in Lakeside second round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/11 at 1:36 am

DARTS:

Adrian Lewis beats Gary Anderson 7-5 to become new PDC world champion

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/11 at 1:40 am

TENNIS:

Britain's Heather Watson beats Carla Suarez Navarro 7-6 6-1 in second round of Auckland Classic

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/11 at 12:46 pm

Los Angeles Galaxy are open to David Beckham's loan move to the Premier League, with Tottenham favourites to sign the midfielder

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/11 at 12:46 pm

TENNIS:

Roger Federer beats fellow Swiss Marco Chiudinelli 7-6 7-5 in Qatar Open second round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/11 at 12:47 pm

BOXING:

Dereck Chisora to fight Wladimir Klitschko in Germany on 30 April

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/11 at 12:48 pm

TENNIS:

GB's Hopman Cup hopes end after Murray & Robson lose 2-1 to France's Mahut & Mladenovic

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/06/11 at 1:33 am

TENNIS:

Britain's Heather Watson loses 6-4 7-5 to Peng Shuai of China in Auckland quarter-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/06/11 at 1:34 am

DARTS:

Garry Thompson beats Alan Norris to reach BDO World Championship quarter-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/06/11 at 11:53 am

RUGBY UNION

Rob Andrew's role as director of elite rugby at the Rugby Football Union is scrapped in an overhaul of the organisation's structure.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/06/11 at 11:53 am

RUGBY UNION:

England & Gloucester lock Dave Attwood banned for nine weeks for stamping

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Written By: nally on 01/06/11 at 1:11 pm

Los Angeles Galaxy are open to David Beckham's loan move to the Premier League, with Tottenham favourites to sign the midfielder

Good for them. I still remember when Beckham became a member of the Galaxy; that was a crowd-pleaser. :D

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/06/11 at 2:09 pm

Good for them. I still remember when Beckham became a member of the Galaxy; that was a crowd-pleaser. :D
Hopefully he will please the crowds at Tottenham Hotspur too!

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Written By: nally on 01/06/11 at 7:05 pm

Hopefully he will please the crowds at Tottenham Hotspur too!

That'd be nice. I especially remember the buzz from his days with the L.A. Galaxy, since that was local to me.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/11 at 12:28 pm

BOXING:

Former British boxing champion Gary Mason has died in a cycling crash in south London.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/11 at 12:35 pm

TENNIS:

Nikolay Davydenko beats Rafael Nadal 6-3 6-2 to set up Qatar Open final against Roger Federer

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/11 at 5:05 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Aviva Premiership result - Newcastle 19-19 Sale

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/11 at 5:05 pm

TENNIS:

Nikolay Davydenko beats Rafael Nadal 6-3 6-2 to set up Qatar Open final against Roger Federer

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/11 at 5:06 pm

DARTS:

Jan Dekker and Dean Winstanley reach semi-finals of BDO World Championships at Lakeside

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/08/11 at 9:26 am

ATHLETICS:

Mo Farah wins Great Edinburgh Cross Country race (in the snow)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/08/11 at 9:26 am

HORSE RACING:

Tony McCoy wins first Welsh National at Chepstow on Synchronised

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/08/11 at 12:37 pm

DARTS:

Lakeside champion Martin Adams reaches final with 6-4 win over Martin Phillips

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/08/11 at 12:37 pm

TENNIS:

World number two Roger Federer beats Nikolay Davydenko 6-3 6-4 to win the Qatar Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/08/11 at 12:38 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Premiership results - Bath 16-13 Leeds; Harlequins 17-10 Wasps; Gloucester 37-23 Exeter

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/09/11 at 4:51 am

TENNIS:

Robin Soderling wins Brisbane International title after beating Andy Roddick 6-3 7-5

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/10/11 at 3:33 pm

SNOOKER:

Ding Junhui beats Mark Williams 6-4 in first round of Masters

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Written By: nally on 01/10/11 at 11:01 pm

TENNIS:

World number two Roger Federer beats Nikolay Davydenko 6-3 6-4 to win the Qatar Open

Yay Roger!!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/11/11 at 1:03 am

WORLD FOOTBALL:

Brazilian side Flamengo announce the signing of forward Ronaldinho from AC Milan

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/11/11 at 1:03 am

TENNIS:

World number one Caroline Wozniacki loses to Slovakia's Dominika Cibulkova in Sydney

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/11/11 at 1:04 am

SNOOKER:

Graeme Dott beats world number one John Higgins 6-4 in Masters first round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/11/11 at 12:47 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Celtic manager Neil Lennon given six-match touchline ban for dismissal against Hearts

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/11/11 at 12:47 pm

MASTERS SNOOKER:

Mark Allen beats Ronnie O'Sullivan 6-4 in Masters first round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/11/11 at 12:48 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Celtic are drawn away to rivals Rangers in Scottish Cup fifth round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/11 at 1:23 am

RUGBY UNION:

Sale's Sisa Koyamaibole banned for two weeks for kicking Richard Wigglesworth

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/11 at 1:23 am

SNOOKER:

Marco Fu beats Stephen Maguire 6-4 in Masters first round - will play Peter Ebdon on Friday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/11 at 12:29 pm

SNOOKER:

Neil Robertson to play Mark Allen in Masters quarter-finals after defeating Stephen Hendry 6-3

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/11 at 12:30 pm

RACING:

BHA disqualifies trainer Jeff Pearce for 3 years and former trainer Geoff Huffer for 4 years

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/13/11 at 2:42 pm

SNOOKER:

Ding Junhui beats Graeme Dott 6-2 to reach Masters semi-finals at Wembley

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/11 at 1:29 am

TENNIS :

Andy Murray to play Karol Beck in Australian Open first round, Elena Baltacha plays a qualifier

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/11 at 1:36 pm

SNOOKER:

Mark Allen beats world champion Neil Robertson 6-4 to reach Masters semi-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/11 at 1:36 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Dundee lose appeal against 25-point deduction for going into administration for second time

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/11 at 1:37 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL:

Fifa executive Geoff Thompson says talk of moving 2022 World Cup to winter is 'disappointing'

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/11 at 3:36 am

TENNIS:

Briton Anne Keothavong reaches R3 of Australian Open qualifying; Heather Watson misses out

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/11 at 3:36 am

TENNIS:

Andy Murray will begin Australian Open campaign against Karol Beck on Tuesday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/11 at 3:36 am

GOLF:

England's Justin Rose one shot off lead of Stuart Appleby after R1 of Sony Open in Hawaii

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/11 at 10:02 am

HORSE RACING:

Champion hurdler Binocular (13-8F), ridden by AP McCoy, wins Christmas Hurdle at Kempton

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/11 at 10:03 am

HORSE RACING:

Kauto Star 3rd behind Long Run to miss out on historic fifth King George VI title at Kempton

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/11 at 1:49 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Leicester Tigers win 32-18 at Scarlets in the Heineken Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/11 at 1:50 pm

SNOOKER:

Marco Fu fights back to beat Mark Allen 6-4 and reach the Masters final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/11 at 1:50 pm

BOXING:

Nathan Cleverly looks set to fight for the WBO light-heavyweight crown after champion Juergen Braehmer was ordered to begin talks with the Welshman.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/11 at 2:51 pm

OLYMPICS 2012:

Tickets for the London Games go on sale 15 March 2011

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/11 at 2:58 pm

OLYMPICS 2012:

UK Athletics boss Ed Warner believes it would be a "breach of trust" to remove the track from the Olympic Stadium following London 2012.

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Written By: nally on 01/15/11 at 8:24 pm

OLYMPICS 2012:

Tickets for the London Games go on sale 15 March 2011

That should be interesting...

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/16/11 at 2:53 am

That should be interesting...
The prices are set to be astronomical!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/16/11 at 2:53 am

That should be interesting...
...and the website selling the tickets will crash!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/16/11 at 4:14 am

TENNIS:

Briton Anne Keothavong makes it through qualifying to reach first round of Australian Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/16/11 at 4:15 am

SNOOKER:

Ding Junhui to play Marco Fu in Masters final after beating Jamie Cope 6-3

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/16/11 at 11:03 am

SNOOKER:

Ding Junhui leads Marco Fu 6-2 after first session of 2011 Masters final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/16/11 at 1:34 pm

BASKETBALL:

Sheffield Sharks beat Mersey Tigers 93-66 to become first to side retain the BBL Cup

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Written By: nally on 01/16/11 at 3:17 pm

The prices are set to be astronomical!

With a spectacular event like that, I'm not surprised.

...and the website selling the tickets will crash!

That does happen a lot.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/11 at 12:52 pm

With a spectacular event like that, I'm not surprised.
Tickets for the Opening Ceremony (I heard) will be £2012. Too much for me.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/11 at 12:54 pm

That does happen a lot.
The website when the Take That tickets were on sell for their tour this year, crashed in the opening minutes.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/11 at 1:41 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray admits he has not planned for his Australian Open opener against Karol Beck, having not played against the Slovakian before.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/11 at 1:41 pm

SNOOKER:

China's Ding Junhui secures his first Masters title with a 10-4 victory over Hong Kong's Marco Fu.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 01/17/11 at 4:36 pm

Tickets for the Opening Ceremony (I heard) will be £2012. Too much for me.

How much would that be in American dollars?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/18/11 at 1:01 am

TENNIS:

Britain's Andy Murray reaches round two of the Australian Open after opponent Karol Beck retires through injury while trailing 6-3 6-1 4-2.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/18/11 at 1:03 am

How much would that be in American dollars?
$3,132.89

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/18/11 at 1:07 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Vera Zvonareva beats Sybille Bammer 6-2 6-1 in round one of the Australian Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/11 at 1:19 am

GOLF:

Elliot Saltman banned for three months for "serious breach" of regulations

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/11 at 1:20 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Justine Henin beats Elena Baltacha 6-1 6-3 in the second round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/11 at 1:20 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Andy Roddick, Fernando Verdasco and Richard Gasquet reach round three

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 01/19/11 at 11:38 am

$3,132.89

Yowsers!

I'm sure most people would probably wish to spend that kind of money for other stuff.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/11 at 1:03 pm

Yowsers!

I'm sure most people would probably wish to spend that kind of money for other stuff.
I am not wishing to spend that kind of money.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 01/19/11 at 1:07 pm

I am not wishing to spend that kind of money.

No, me neither. There are much more important expenses that need attention in life.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/11 at 1:08 pm

No, me neither. There are much more important expenses that need attention in life.
I will try and see some of the road cycling and the Marathon, for those events will be out on the streets and free to watch.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/11 at 1:08 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

French midfielder Olivier Kapo leaves Celtic

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/11 at 1:08 pm

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Roger Federer beats Gilles Simon 6-2 6-3 4-6 4-6 6-3 in round two

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/11 at 1:09 pm

RUGBY UNION:

London Irish's Delon Armitage faces RFU charge after alleged row with doping control officer

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/11 at 12:51 am

ATHLETICS:

Britain's Mara Yamauchi forced out of April's London Marathon with a hamstring injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/11 at 12:52 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

World number one Rafael Nadal beats American Ryan Sweeting 6-2 6-1 6-1 in round two

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/11 at 12:52 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Third seed Kim Clijsters into round three but seventh seed Jelena Jankovic out

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/11 at 12:53 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Andy Murray will step into unknown territory when he faces Illya Marchenko for the first time in Thursday's Australian Open second-round match.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/11 at 2:02 pm

GOLF:

Davis Love III is appointed captain of the United States team for the 2012 Ryder Cup.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/11 at 3:18 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Rangers reach agreement in principle with Bursaspor for transfer of striker Kenny Miller

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/11 at 3:18 pm

RUGBY UNION:

England international Delon Armitage suspended for eight weeks until 16 March

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/11 at 12:52 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Roger Federer beats Xavier Malisse in straight sets to reach last 16

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/11 at 12:52 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Justine Henin loses to Svetlana Kuznetsova but Caroline Wozniacki advances

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/11 at 12:52 am

RUGBY UNION:

Gloucester outclass Agen 60-7 but fail to reach last eight in European Challenge Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/11 at 12:53 am

LONDON OLYMPICS 2012:

Newham Council chief executive attacks Tottenham's bid for 2012 stadium

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/11 at 1:07 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Maria Sharapova and Venus Williams are in action on day five at the Australian Open, following wins for Caroline Wozniacki and Roger Federer and defeat for Justine Henin.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/11 at 12:29 pm

GOLF:

Padraig Harrington is disqualified from the Abu Dhabi Championship after signing for a wrong score in his first round.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/11 at 3:40 pm

RUGBY UNION:

London Irish & England full-back Delon Armitage to appeal against eight-week ban

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/11 at 3:41 pm

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Andy Murray is expecting "a tough match" in his next game at the Australian Open despite having secured two comfortable wins so far.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/11 at 3:43 pm

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Justine Henin is dumped out by Svetlana Kuznetsova, but all the other top seeds ease through to the fourth round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/11 at 12:57 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Britain's Andy Murray beats 32nd seed Guillermo Garcia-Lopez 6-1 6-1 6-2 to breeze through to the Australian Open last 16.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/11 at 1:17 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Vera Zvonareva and Kim Clijsters through to round four with straight sets wins

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/11 at 1:18 am

RUGBY UNION:

Clermont Auvergne keep Heineken Cup quarters hopes alive with 24-11 win against Saracens

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/11 at 5:11 am

WINTER SPORTS:

Briton Shelley Rudman wins European Championship gold in Winterberg, Germany

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/11 at 8:43 am

GOLF:

Martin Kaymer takes five-shot lead over Rory McIlroy going into final round in Abu Dhabi

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/11 at 8:43 am

TENNIS :

World number one Rafael Nadal beats Australian Bernard Tomic 6-2 7-5 6-3 in Australian Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/11 at 8:43 am

HORSE RACING:

Master Minded just wins Victor Chandler Chase at Ascot under Tony McCoy from Somersby

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/11 at 5:00 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Germany's Andrea Petkovic beats Russia's Maria Sharapova 6-2 6-3

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/11 at 5:02 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Francesa Schiavone beats Svetlana Kuznetsova at Australia Open in longest women's Grand Slam match

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/11 at 5:03 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Francesa Schiavone beats Svetlana Kuznetsova at Australia Open in longest women's Grand Slam match
The Italian emerged a 6-4 1-6 16-14 winner after a marathon 4hr 44min tussle in Melbourne.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/11 at 7:10 am

If, in a baseball game, the batter hits a ball splitting it right down the center with half the ball flying out of the park and the other half being caught, what is the final ruling?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/11 at 7:16 am

GOLF:

Martin Kaymer wins the Abu Dhabi Championship by eight shots to move to number two in world

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/11 at 12:42 pm

HEINEKEN CUP:

Wasps score last-minute try to beat Toulouse 21-16 and deny champions home quarter-final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/11 at 12:43 pm

HORSE RACING:

Odds-on favourite Hurricane Fly wins Irish Champion Hurdle at Leopardstown

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/24/11 at 1:09 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Andy Murray beats Jurgen Melzer 6-3 6-1 6-1 to reach the last eight

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/24/11 at 1:09 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Alexandr Dolgopolov makes quarter-finals with five-set win over Robin Soderling

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/24/11 at 1:10 am

AMERICAN FOOTBALL:

Green Bay Packers reach Super Bowl with a 21-14 victory over Chicago Bears

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/24/11 at 1:10 am

GOLF:

Martin Kaymer shoots a closing 66 to win the Abu Dhabi Championship by eight shots from Rory McIlroy and displace Tiger Woods as world number two.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/11 at 12:57 am

WOMEN'S CRICKET:

Australia women beat England by seven wickets in one-off Test in Sydney

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/11 at 12:57 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Roger Federer beats fellow Swiss Stanislas Wawrinka 6-1 6-3 6-3 to reach semis

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/11 at 12:07 pm

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Andy Murray will face Rafael Nadal's conqueror David Ferrer in the Australian Open semi-finals after recording a tough four-set win against world number 46 Alexandr Dolgopolov.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/11 at 1:50 pm

FORMULA 1:

Force India confirm 24-year-old Scot Paul di Resta will drive for them in 2011 season

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Written By: nally on 01/27/11 at 5:14 pm

If, in a baseball game, the batter hits a ball splitting it right down the center with half the ball flying out of the park and the other half being caught, what is the final ruling?

I honestly don't know. To tell you the truth, I have never seen it happen before...so I cannot answer one way or the other. However, I would venture to guess home run or foul ball, depending on which side of the foul boundary the "gone" part lands.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/11 at 1:22 am

I honestly don't know. To tell you the truth, I have never seen it happen before...so I cannot answer one way or the other. However, I would venture to guess home run or foul ball, depending on which side of the foul boundary the "gone" part lands.
It has happened before in cricket, and I will research into that.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/11 at 1:23 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Andy Murray will attempt to reach a second consecutive Australian Open final when he faces David Ferrer on Friday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/11 at 1:24 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Li Na became the first Chinese player to reach a Grand Slam singles final with a gutsy win over world number one Caroline Wozniacki in Melbourne.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/11 at 1:24 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Li Na became the first Chinese player to reach a Grand Slam singles final with a gutsy win over world number one Caroline Wozniacki in Melbourne.
The ninth seed survived match point in the second set before coming through a tense decider to win 3-6 7-5 6-3 and set up a final against Kim Clijsters.

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Written By: nally on 01/28/11 at 12:02 pm

It has happened before in cricket, and I will research into that.

I just know that I have never seen it happen in professional baseball, and I don't know if it could, but...

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/11 at 3:40 pm

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Andy Murray is relieved and delighted to come through a four-set battle with David Ferrer and set up an Australian Open final with Novak Djokovic.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/11 at 1:58 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

30 minutes till the start of the Li Na against Kim Clijsters in the Women's Final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/11 at 2:12 am

GOLF:

American Tiger Woods is in contention at the Farmers Insurance Open after an inconsistent second-round 69 left him five shots off the lead.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/11 at 2:35 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

30 minutes till the start of the Li Na against Kim Clijsters in the Women's Final.
There are plenty of Chinese fans on Rod Laver Arena and, after enjoying what looks like a very lighthearted chat backstage, the two players make their way towards the court.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/11 at 3:15 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN Women's Final Latest:

Clijsters 3-3 Li

Clijsters thumps a forehand down the line for break point but Li wins a pulsating rally, and Clijsters then misses with a second-serve return on her second break point. Clijsters misses a sitter of a smash at deuce and Li comes through. The good people at the WTA inform me that this is the first Grand Slam final between two married woman since Wimbledon 1980 when Evonne Goolagong Cawley beat Chris Evert Lloyd.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/11 at 3:22 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN Women's Final Latest:

Clijsters 3-6 Li

Clijsters is in big trouble at 0-30 and grateful to see Li miss with a return off a second serve, but the Chinese player then wallops a forehand winner down the line for two sets points.... and Li takes the second with a blistering cross-court winner past the flailing Clijsters at the net. Shot of the day, and I can hear the cheering of 330m households form here.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/11 at 3:53 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN Women's Final Latest:

Clijsters 3-6 2-2 Li

his is turning into a really good contest and Li earns another break point but cannot chase down a Clijsters net cord. The Chinese player attacks again to force break point two... but Clijsters hangs on. Game point to the Belgian and we get a stunning rally that ends with both women at the net, Li taking it with a forehand steered down the line. Clijsters snatches at a forehand and it's break point number three.... and Li hits a huge forehand winner!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/11 at 3:59 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN Women's Final Latest:

Clijsters 3-6 3-3 Li

Clijsters anticipates a Li smash and hits a forehand winner for 30-15, and sets up the next point with a dipping forehand that Li can only flip up invitingly with a half-volley. It has to be a winner for Clijsters but she goes the wrong way and a grateful Li sticks her racquet out to take the point for 30-30. It's a bad moment for the Belgian but to her credit she keeps herself together and manages to hold serve.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/11 at 4:05 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN Women's Final Latest:

Clijsters 3-6 4-3 Li

Clijsters has a half-chance at 0-30 but fires a backhand just long. No matter, she recovers with a forehand down the line and it's 15-40 and two break points.... the Belgian dominates a great rally but Li hangs in there and Clijsters eventually nets. Li then has a chance to level at deuce with a drive volley but goes the wrong way, and Clijsters thwacks a backhand into the space.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/11 at 4:09 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN Women's Final Latest:

Clijsters 3-6 5-3 Li

Clijsters looks in control at 30-0 but Li hits back with a fierce backhand before finding the tramlines. Clijsters has two game points only to net a forehand on the first under a barrage from Li, but the Chinese player misses with a lob and a third set looms.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/11 at 4:30 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN Women's Final Latest:

Clijsters 3-6 6-3 Li

It's great hitting from both women, with Clijsters doing her trademark splits almost every other stroke here as she tries to keep pace with the booming Li groundstrokes. Li hits a heavy forehand into the corner for 40-30 but then hooks one into the tramlines and it's deuce. Clijsters arrows a forehand down the line for set point.... and Li nets, prompting a fist pump from Clijsters. We have our third set.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/11 at 4:33 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN Women's Final Latest:

Clijsters 3-6 6-3 3-1 Li

Li is under huge pressure again at 30-30 but plays a fabulous backhand down the line. "She's got such pace off both sides," says John Lloyd on the Red Button. Plenty of pace on the next Li forehand but it finds the net and it's deuce. A double fault hands Clijsters break point.... and Li goes well wide with a backhand.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/11 at 4:38 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN Women's Final Latest:

Clijsters 3-6 6-3 4-1 Li

Look out, Clijsters holds to love, thanks in part to some dodgy Li returns, and that could be too big a lead for the Chinese player to overturn.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/11 at 4:39 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN Women's Final Latest:

Clijsters 3-6 6-3 4-2 Li

The end is in sight when a dispirited Li falls to 15-30 but she gets the better of a Hawkeye decision at 30-30 and holds on.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/11 at 4:45 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN Women's Final Latest:

Clijsters 3-6 6-3 5-3 Li

Li holds up her part of the bargain with an impressive hold to 15 and Clijsters must serve this one out....

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/11 at 4:47 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN Women's Final:

Clijsters wins!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/11 at 4:49 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN Women's Final:

Clijsters wins!
3-6 6-3 6-3

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/11 at 4:50 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Now we have to wait for Andy Murray in tomorrow's Men Final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/11 at 4:54 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN Women's Final:

Clijsters wins!
Clijsters dissolves into tears after a quite brilliant love hold to seal victory for her fourth Grand Slam title and first away from Flushing Meadows.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/11 at 7:21 am

Why do people think that swaying their arm back and forth would change the direction of a bowling ball?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/11 at 8:43 am

HORSE RACING:

Neptune Collonges, ridden by Tony McCoy, wins the Argento Chase at Cheltenham

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/11 at 8:43 am

ATHLETICS:

Jessica Ennis wins the 60m hurdles in Glasgow in her first race of the season

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/11 at 8:43 am

GOLF:

Paul Casey shoots a 66 to take a share of the lead at the Tournament of Champions on 16 under

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/11 at 8:45 am

DISABILITY SPORT:

Paul Blake & Bethany Woodward win golds at Paralympic Athletics World Championship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/11 at 3:20 pm

DIVING:

Tom Daley and new partner Peter Waterfield win gold in 10m synchro at National Cup in Southend

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/11 at 3:20 pm

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Andy Murray says the burden of Britain's 75-year wait for a male Grand Slam champion will not affect him when he plays Novak Djokovic in Sunday's Australian Open final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/11 at 2:20 am

BOXING:

Timothy Bradley beats Devon Alexander to add WBC light-welterweight belt to his WBO title

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/11 at 2:21 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Djokovic says he dreamt of a final against Murray

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/11 at 2:45 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN Men's Final:

Chair umpire Jake Garner calls time and you know what that means. Is it to be third time lucky for Andy Murray? Or a second Grand Slam title for Novak Djokovic? The world number three from Serbia to get us under way.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/11 at 3:58 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN Men's Final:

FIRST SET: Murray 4-6 Djokovic

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/11 at 4:46 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN Men's Final:

SECOND SET:

Murray 4-6 2-6 Djokovic

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/11 at 5:28 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN Men's Final:

THIRD SET:

Murray 4-6 2-6 3-6 Djokovic

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/11 at 5:29 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN Men's Final:

THIRD SET:

Murray 4-6 2-6 3-6 Djokovic
And that is what you call an utter demolition. After breaking at 5-4 in the opening set, Djokovic was in total control. Try as he might, Murray just couldn't find a way through. Nole deservedly seals his second Grand Slam title at the scene of his first, while for Murray and Great Britain the wait goes on. Seventy five years and counting...

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/11 at 6:54 am

And that is what you call an utter demolition. After breaking at 5-4 in the opening set, Djokovic was in total control. Try as he might, Murray just couldn't find a way through. Nole deservedly seals his second Grand Slam title at the scene of his first, while for Murray and Great Britain the wait goes on. Seventy five years and counting...
In other words Andy Murray lost!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/11 at 1:59 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Rangers beat Motherwell 2-1 to set up a CIS Cup final with Celtic

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/11 at 2:01 pm

GOLF:

Paul Casey wins the Golf Champions event in Bahrain to move up to fifth in the world rankings.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/11 at 2:02 pm

GOLF:

Phil Mickelson fired a four-under-par 68 to move into a third-round tie for the lead with Bill Haas at the Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/11 at 1:23 am

FORMULA 1:

Team Lotus launch a new car, the T128 Challenger, for the 2011 season

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/11 at 1:24 am

GOLF:

Bubba Watson wins US PGA Tour event from Phil Mickelson; Tiger Woods ends 15 shots back in 44th

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Written By: nally on 01/31/11 at 11:15 am

GOLF:

Phil Mickelson fired a four-under-par 68 to move into a third-round tie for the lead with Bill Haas at the Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines.

GOLF:

Bubba Watson wins US PGA Tour event from Phil Mickelson; Tiger Woods ends 15 shots back in 44th

Things can change!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/11 at 1:40 pm

CYCLING:

Britain's Bradley Wiggins and Rebecca Romero will make their track cycling returns in February's World Cup Classics event in Manchester.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/02/11 at 12:47 am

Five-time Olympic champion Ian Thorpe says a visit to London has inspired him to come out of retirement in a bid to compete at the 2012 Olympics

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/03/11 at 1:43 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray set to return to action in Rotterdam next week following Australian Open defeat

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/04/11 at 2:14 pm

FOOTBALL:

Fifa upholds bans on two officials accused of corruption during 2018 & 2022 World Cup bidding

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/04/11 at 2:14 pm

TENNIS:

Heather Watson & Joss Rae win doubles to give GB a 2-1 win over Denmark in the Fed Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/04/11 at 2:35 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Wales take on England in the first match of the 2011 Six Nations.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/04/11 at 3:09 pm

GOLF:

World number one Lee Westwood misses his first cut in more than a year after slumping to four-over par at the Qatar Masters with a second-round 75.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/04/11 at 3:11 pm

GOLF:

Freezing conditions were the main talking point during the first round at the Phoenix Open.

Tom Lehman was among a four-way split at the top of the leaderboard in the PGA Tour event in Arizona.

Lehman, Bill Haas, Jason Bohn and Tom Gillis all shot six-under-par 65s to share the lead in frosty conditions.

The start of the tournament was delayed by four hours frost on the course, with some players not finishing their first round when darkness descended.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/04/11 at 4:51 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Wales take on England in the first match of the 2011 Six Nations.
England beat Wales 26-19 at the Millennium Stadium

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Written By: nally on 02/04/11 at 5:08 pm

MLB: Andy Pettitte has decided to call it a career after 16 seasons (13 of which were spent with the Yankees, and the other 3 with the Astros). He has won the most postseason games (19), and helped 5 Yankees teams to a World Series Championship (1996, 1998, 1999, 2000, and 2009).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/06/11 at 5:21 am

FORMULA 1:

Formula 1 driver Robert Kubica suffers "serious injuries" during the Ronde di Andorra rally in Italy, an official news agency reports.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/07/11 at 12:25 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL:

Steve McClaren sacked as manager of German side Wolfsburg

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/07/11 at 12:26 pm

BOXING:

David Haye's trainer denies Wladimir Klitschko's claim that there is an offer for fight on 2 July

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/07/11 at 12:26 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Prop Alex Corbisiero and wing James Simpson-Daniel added to England Six Nations squad

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/07/11 at 12:27 pm

GOLF:

Thomas Bjorn shoots a three-under 69 to win the Qatar Masters as Martin Kaymer misses the chance to overtake Lee Westwood as world number one.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/07/11 at 3:28 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Wales number eight Andy Powell ruled out of Six Nations clash against Scotland

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/08/11 at 1:20 pm

GOLF:

Europe will revert to only two wild cards for the next Ryder Cup in 2012

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/08/11 at 1:21 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL:

Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola extends contract until end of 2011/12 season

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/08/11 at 1:21 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Goalkeeper Craig Gordon out of Scotland squad to face Northern Ireland with knee injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/11 at 1:11 am

An official announcement is due about which football club will take over the Olympic Stadium in east London after next year's Games.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/11 at 1:11 am

RUGBY UNION:

England's Delon Armitage has appeal against eight-week ban rejected

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/11 at 1:12 am

RUGBY UNION:

Peter Stringer called into Ireland squad to face France, Tomas O'Leary an injury doubt

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/11 at 1:12 am

TENNIS:

Top seed Robin Soderling beats Philipp Kohlschreiber 6-3 5-7 7-6 (9-7) in World Tennis Tournament

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/11 at 1:12 am

Dubai Desert Classic where Lee Westwood, Martin Kaymer and Tiger Woods are all playing in the same group.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/11 at 1:01 pm

West Ham United is selected as the preferred club to move into the Olympic Stadium in east London after the 2012 Games.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/11 at 1:14 pm

GOLF:

Rory McIlroy leads Dubai Classic by one shot after second round; Tiger Woods four shots behind

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/11 at 1:14 pm

RUGBY UNION:

England prop Andrew Sheridan ruled out of match v Italy; Alex Corbisiero replaces him

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/11 at 1:16 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Spirit of 1873 Ltd agrees deal with administrators to acquire Wakefield Trinity Wildcats

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/12/11 at 1:23 am

TENNIS:

Kim Clijsters becomes women's world number one after reaching Paris Open semi-finals

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/12/11 at 1:23 am

RUGBY UNION:

Bath win 19-7 at Sale in the Premiership as Olly Barkley kicks four penalties

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Henk on 02/12/11 at 3:56 am

Cleveland Cavs end NBA losing streak at 26, with a 126 to 119 OT win over LA Clippers.

A certain someone will be pleased... ::)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/12/11 at 7:38 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

St Johnstone v Aberdeen postponed because of waterlogged pitch

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/12/11 at 7:38 am

GOLF:

Rory McIlroy joint-leader in Dubai Desert Classic on -8; Tiger Woods -7; Lee Westwood -5

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/12/11 at 10:21 am

RUGBY UNION:

Four-try Chris Ashton stars as England overpower Italy 59-13 at Twickenham

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/12/11 at 1:29 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Four-try Chris Ashton stars as England overpower Italy 59-13 at Twickenham
Winger Chris Ashton becomes the first England player to score four tries in a Five/Six Nations match since 1914 as his side thump Italy at Twickenham.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/12/11 at 3:01 pm

HORSE RACING:

An investigation is launched after two horses die in the paddock at Newbury amid fears of electrocution.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/13/11 at 6:20 am

ATHLETICS:

Jessica Ennis pulls out of UK Indoor Trials as a precaution after hurting her ankle

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/13/11 at 6:20 am

TENNIS:

The French Open will continue to be played at Roland Garros in Paris after officials rejected proposals to move the Grand Slam event to another venue.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/13/11 at 6:22 am

ATHLETICS:

Dwain Chambers secures his fourth consecutive indoor 60m title at the UK trials in Sheffield, while 17-year-old Jodie Williams impresses by winning the women's title.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/13/11 at 7:01 am

GOLF:

A hole-in-one helps Spain's Alvaro Quiros win the Dubai Desert Classic by one shot

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/16/11 at 3:19 pm

FORMULA 1:

Renault confirm Nick Heidfeld will replace injured Robert Kubica in their driver line-up

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/16/11 at 3:20 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Dundee United's Scottish Premier League game with Hamilton postponed - waterlogged pitch

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/16/11 at 3:20 pm

ATHLETICS:

Jessica Ennis withdraws from Saturday's Birmingham Grand Prix with injured ankle

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/16/11 at 3:21 pm

SAILING:

Sarah Ayton retires from sailing with immediate effect, ending her quest for an historic third Olympic title at the London 2012 Games.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/16/11 at 3:21 pm

The final taxpayers' bill for London 2012 is "inherently uncertain", the government's spending watchdog says in its latest report.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/17/11 at 2:36 pm

TENNIS:

Britain's Heather Watson loses 6-3 6-4 in last eight of Cellular South Cup in Memphis

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/17/11 at 2:36 pm

FOOTBALL:

Cheapest tickets on general sale for Champions League final at Wembley to cost £176

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/17/11 at 2:37 pm

SNOOKER:

Stephen Hendry hits 147 break in Welsh Open match against Stephen Maguire

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/18/11 at 1:36 am

Tiger Woods has apologised for the spitting incident that cost him a fine at the Dubai Desert Classic.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/18/11 at 11:20 am

FORMULA 1:

F1 boss Bernie Ecclestone is 'hopeful' season-opening Grand Prix in Bahrain will go ahead

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/18/11 at 11:21 am

RUGBY UNION:

England captain Lewis Moody makes bench for Bath against Northampton on Saturday

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/18/11 at 3:50 pm

Formula 1 boss Bernie Ecclestone says he will await developments over the weekend before deciding whether the season-opening grand prix can go ahead following further unrest in Bahrain.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/18/11 at 3:50 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Gloucester beat London Irish 23-9 to move up to third in Premiership

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/18/11 at 3:50 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Ulster win 18-16 at Scarlets in Magners League with Ruan Pienaar's last-ditch penalty

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/18/11 at 3:51 pm

CYCLING WORLD CUP:

Chris Hoy eliminated in semi-finals of individual sprint by team-mate Jason Kenny

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/18/11 at 3:51 pm

CYCLING:

GB women's pursuit team of Houvenaghel, Rowsell & Storey win gold at World Cup in Manchester

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/18/11 at 3:51 pm

GOLF:

Luke Donald, Padraig Harrington and Martin Laird are all in action at the weather-hit event at the Riviera Country Club in California.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/19/11 at 2:18 am

HORSE RACING:

Saturday's meeting at Uttoxeter abandoned because of a waterlogged track

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/19/11 at 7:48 am

ATHLETICS:

Mark Lewis-Francis pulls up with injured groin in heat one of 60m at Birmingham Grand Prix

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/19/11 at 7:49 am

GOLF:

Fred Couples romps to a two-shot lead at the halfway stage of the PGA Tour's Northern Trust Open at Riviera.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/19/11 at 9:32 am

ATHLETICS:

Mike Rodgers wins 60m at Birmingham GP; Kim Collins 2nd. GB's Craig Pickering finishes 8th

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/19/11 at 9:32 am

ATHLETICS:

Kelly Sotherton last & misses 400m qualifying time for European Indoor at Birmingham GP

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/19/11 at 9:33 am

HORSE RACING:

Hot favourite Riverside Theatre, ridden by Barry Geraghty, wins Grade 1 Betfair Chase at Ascot

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/19/11 at 9:47 am

FORMULA 1:

Ferrari's Fernando Alonso believes world champions Red Bull will be the team to beat again in 2011.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/19/11 at 9:54 am

SNOOKER:

World number two Mark Williams crashed out of the Welsh Open after losing 5-3 to Stephen Maguire in the last eight.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/19/11 at 1:12 pm

SNOOKER:

John Higgins beats Allister Carter 6-2 to reach Welsh Open final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/20/11 at 3:01 am

CYCLING:

GB's Chris Hoy wins gold in keirin at World Cup event at Manchester Velodrome

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/20/11 at 3:01 am

FORMULA 1:

Bernie Ecclestone tells BBC the Bahrain Crown Prince will decide whether race will go ahead

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/20/11 at 8:35 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Celtic beat Rangers 3-0 in Old Firm derby to extend their SPL lead to eight points

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/20/11 at 9:06 am

CYCLING:

GB's Chris Hoy, Jason Kenny & Matt Crampton win team sprint bronze at World Cup

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/20/11 at 11:12 am

SNOOKER:

Stephen Maguire leads John Higgins 5-3 at interval in Welsh Open final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/21/11 at 12:37 pm

FORMULA 1:

The Bahrain Grand Prix is called off because of anti-government protests in the Gulf kingdom.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/21/11 at 1:50 pm

BAHRAIN GP:

"It is sad that Bahrain has had to withdraw from the race" - F1 boss Bernie Ecclestone

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/21/11 at 2:53 pm

OLYMPICS 2012:

The velodrome for the 2012 London Olympics and Paralympics will open on Tuesday

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/11 at 1:06 am

ITALIAN FOOTBALL:

AC Milan's Gennaro Gattuso banned for four matches for headbutt on Spurs coach Joe Jordan

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/23/11 at 2:02 pm

RACING:

Jockey Jason Maguire to appeal against ban that rules him out of Cheltenham Champion Hurdle

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/23/11 at 2:03 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Ronan O'Gara, Eoin Reddan and Tommy Bowe in Ireland team to face Scotland in Six Nations

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/23/11 at 2:03 pm

LONDON 2012:

UK Athletics tells BBC British trials are "unlikely" to be held inside the Olympic Stadium

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/23/11 at 2:03 pm

GOLF:

Defending champion Ian Poulter crashes out of World Match Play

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/24/11 at 1:29 am

GOLF:

Defending champion Ian Poulter and Tiger Woods crash out of WGC Match Play on opening day

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/24/11 at 1:24 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL:

Serbia will be thrown out of Euro 2012 qualifiers if fans cause any more trouble

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/24/11 at 1:24 pm

TENNIS:

Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic & Tomas Berdych all through to Dubai Championship semi-finals

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/24/11 at 3:46 pm

GOLF:

Graeme McDowell beats Ross Fisher; Rory McIlroy crashes out of WGC Match Play in Arizona

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/11 at 1:31 pm

TENNIS:

Roger Federer to face Novak Djokovic in final of Dubai Championships

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/11 at 4:50 pm

GOLF:

Graeme McDowell loses 3&2 to YE Yang in R3 of WGC Match Play; Luke Donald bts Matteo Manassero 3&2

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/26/11 at 6:23 am

HORSE RACING:

Chepstow's Saturday meeting abandoned due to waterlogged track

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/26/11 at 7:29 am

GOLF:

Luke Donald surges into the quarter-finals of the WGC Match Play but Graeme McDowell crashes out in Arizona.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/26/11 at 11:27 am

RUGBY UNION:

England and France put their unbeaten Six Nations records on the line at Twickenham after Wales hold on to beat Italy in Rome.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/28/11 at 4:12 pm

ATHLETICS:

World heptathlon champion Jessica Ennis ruled out of European Indoors with ankle injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/28/11 at 4:13 pm

England's Luke Donald defeats new world number one Martin Kaymer 3&2 to win the WGC Match Play in Arizona.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/01/11 at 4:05 am

HORSE RACING:

Jockey Ruby Walsh to return at Newbury on Friday after four months out with broken leg

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/01/11 at 4:06 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

St Helens scrum-half Kyle Eastmond will join Bath rugby union side at end of season

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/01/11 at 6:31 am

Iran could boycott the London Olympics after claiming the Games' 2012 logo is racist because it resembles the word "Zion" - a biblical term for the city of Jerusalem.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/01/11 at 1:30 pm

CYCLING:

Mark Cavendish hopes to complete all three Grand Tour events this season

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 03/01/11 at 10:57 pm

Iran could boycott the London Olympics after claiming the Games' 2012 logo is racist because it resembles the word "Zion" - a biblical term for the city of Jerusalem.

I am not sure if I have seen the official logo as of yet.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/02/11 at 2:51 pm

OLYMPICS:

Team GB faces financial crisis ahead of 2012 London Olympics, the BOA warns

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/02/11 at 2:52 pm

I am not sure if I have seen the official logo as of yet.
This one.

http://image.guardian.co.uk/sys-images/Arts/Arts_/Pictures/2007/06/05/olympics460.jpg

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/03/11 at 4:50 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

The behaviour of players, managers and some fans at Wednesday night's Old Firm clash between Celtic and Rangers is branded 'disgraceful' by the police officers union.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/03/11 at 4:50 am

LONDON 2012:

Government & London Mayor approve West Ham's move to Olympic Stadium after Games

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/03/11 at 5:22 am

FORMULA 1:

Sir Jackie Stewart resting at home after falling ill on London-bound flight, his son Paul tells BBC

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 03/03/11 at 3:04 pm

This one.

http://image.guardian.co.uk/sys-images/Arts/Arts_/Pictures/2007/06/05/olympics460.jpg

I see where the "Zion" lettering would be interpreted.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/03/11 at 3:09 pm

I see where the "Zion" lettering would be interpreted.
I can see Zion, but that never entered my head which the logo first appeared.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 03/03/11 at 3:29 pm

I can see Zion, but that never entered my head which the logo first appeared.

Me neither.

When I see some designs, something other than the intended image comes to mind.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/04/11 at 4:08 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Celtic boss Neil Lennon's six-match ban for excessive misconduct is reduced to four matches

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/04/11 at 5:17 am

Taxpayers in London's poorest borough are liable for a £40m loan to help West Ham United move into the Olympic Stadium if the venture collapses, BBC London learns.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/04/11 at 6:26 am

OLYMPICS 2012:

Six British table tennis players cleared to compete at London 2012

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/04/11 at 4:03 pm

TENNIS:

GB's James Ward wins 6-0 6-2 6-0 against Tunisia's Sami Ghorbel to level Davis Cup tie at 1-1

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/04/11 at 4:08 pm

LONDON OLYMPICS 2012;

A line from an Alfred Tennyson poem has been chosen to inspire athletes taking part in the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

"To strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield", from Ulysses, will be engraved as a permanent installation in the centre of the Olympic Village.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/04/11 at 5:14 pm

ATHLETICS:

Tiffany Ofili wins Euro Indoors silver in 60m hurdles, breaking British record twice in day

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/11 at 2:56 am

GOLF:

Lee Westwood finishes the second day of the Honda Classic five shots behind leader Kyle Stanley after an error-strewn back nine in Florida.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/11 at 6:31 am

SWIMMING:

Rebecca Adlington eases into final of the 400m freestyle in Manchester

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/11 at 7:45 am

FOOTBALL:

Goal-line technology experiments to continue for another year before decision is made

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/11 at 7:45 am

FOOTBALL:

Players will be banned from wearing snoods during matches after 1 July

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/11 at 9:00 am

BOXING:

World heavyweight champion Vladimir Klitschko cancels 30 April fight against Commonwealth champion Dereck Chisora

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/11 at 10:03 am

RUGBY UNION:

Olly Barkley suffers broken leg as Bath beaten 34-22 at Gloucester

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/11 at 10:04 am

ATHLETICS:

GB's Mo Farah wins 3,000m gold at the European Indoor Championships in Paris

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/11 at 11:58 am

TENNIS:

Jamie Murray & Colin Fleming win 6-1 3-6 6-3 6-4 to give GB a 2-1 lead over Tunisia in Davis Cup

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/11 at 11:59 am

BASKETBALL

Mersey Tigers win the BBL Trophy for the first time in their history as they beat Guildford Heat at 84-66 the O2 Arena.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/11 at 4:18 pm

ARCHERY:

Shropshire archer Alison Williamson believes the famous Lord's cricket ground slope will not be an issue for the 2012 Olympic archery events.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/06/11 at 2:11 am

BOXING:

Saul Alvarez beats Matthew Hatton for vacant WBC light middleweight title in Anaheim

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/06/11 at 2:12 am

GOLF:

Rory Sabbatini establishes a five-shot lead heading into the final round of the Honda Classic in Florida.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/06/11 at 5:56 am

BOXING:

David Haye tells BBC he will fight Wladimir Klitschko either 25 June or 2 July

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/06/11 at 8:52 am

ATHLETICS:

GB's Helen Clitheroe wins 3,000m gold at European Indoor Championships in Paris

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/06/11 at 11:43 am

EURO ATHLETICS:

Helen Clitheroe wins 3,000m gold; GB also win silvers in four other events

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/06/11 at 11:44 am

RUGBY UNION:

Premiership - Exeter 30-9 Northampton; Wasps 33-26 Sale; Leeds 27-19 London Irish

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/06/11 at 11:44 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Super League results - Bradford 40-18 Wakefield; Castleford 27-14 Hull KR

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/06/11 at 11:44 am

TENNIS:

James Ward seals Davis Cup win for GB over Tunisia, beating Malek Jaziri 3-6 6-3 3-6 6-3 8-6

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/06/11 at 11:45 am

TENNIS:

James Ward seals Davis Cup win for GB over Tunisia, beating Malek Jaziri 3-6 6-3 3-6 6-3 8-6
Great Britain winning at tennis, now there is a rarity?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/07/11 at 1:33 am

GOLF:

South African Rory Sabbatini wins Honda Classic in Florida three months after surgery for skin cancer

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/07/11 at 12:27 pm

SIX NATIONS:

Wales call up hooker Huw Bennett to provide cover for Richard Hibbard before Ireland game

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/08/11 at 12:29 pm

FORMULA 1:

Jenson Button says McLaren will not be able to challenge at season-opening Grand Prix

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/08/11 at 12:30 pm

GOLF:

South African Rory Sabbatini claims his sixth PGA Tour title with victory by one shot at the Honda Classic in Florida.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/09/11 at 1:17 am

CHAMPIONS LEAGUE:

Barcelona beat Arsenal 3-1 to win the last-16 tie 4-3 on aggregate.
Shakhtar Donetsk beat Roma 3-0 (6-2 on aggregate) in the last 16.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/11 at 2:08 pm

OLYMPICS:

BOA to take cash row with Locog to the Court of Arbitration for Sport

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/11 at 2:08 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Celtic boss Neil Lennon given four-match touchline ban, Rangers' Ally McCoist a two-match ban

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/11 at 1:11 am

TENNIS:

Elena Baltacha saves four match points on her way to beating Roberta Vinci in Indian Wells

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/11 at 12:57 pm

ATHLETICS:

UK Athletics announces it will bid to bring 2017 World Championships to London

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/11 at 12:57 pm

CRICKET WORLD CUP:

Bangladesh beat England by two wickets in a thrilling Group B contest in Chittagong

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/11 at 12:58 pm

CRICKET WORLD CUP:

Bangladesh beat England by two wickets in a thrilling Group B contest in Chittagong

This is a disaster!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/11 at 2:51 pm

SWIMMING:

Rebecca Adlington wins the 800m freestyle at the British Championships in Manchester

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/11 at 5:12 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Newcastle beat Harlequins 21-20 to reach the LV= Anglo Welsh Cup final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/11 at 5:12 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

St Helens 16-27 Harlequins; Leeds 46-12 Salford; Wakefield 6-22 Warrington

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/11 at 5:12 pm

GOLF:

Hunter Mahan leads WGC event in Florida by one stroke from Martin Kaymer after second round

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/11 at 5:13 pm

TENNIS:

Third seed Vera Zvonareva begins her Indian Wells campaign with a straight-sets win over Timea Bacsinszky.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/11 at 9:34 am

HORSE RACING:

Reigning champion Imperial Commander in 15 remaining entries for Cheltenham Gold Cup

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/11 at 12:54 am

GOLF:

Luke Donald trails leader Dustin Johnson by two shots after R3 of WGC Cadillac Ch'ship in Florida

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/11 at 12:56 am

SIX NATIONS:

Wales beat Ireland 19-13 at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/11 at 12:56 am

SIX NATIONS:

Italy beat France 22-21 in Rome - their first Six Nations win over the reigning champions

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/11 at 12:56 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Super League result - Castleford 34-24 Catalan Dragons

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/11 at 12:57 am

TENNIS:

Britain's Andy Murray loses 7-6 (7-4) 6-3 to US qualifier Donald Young in Indian Wells

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Henk on 03/13/11 at 1:28 am

SIX NATIONS:

Wales beat Ireland 19-13 at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff

SIX NATIONS:

Italy beat France 22-21 in Rome - their first Six Nations win over the reigning champions

Though we're not participating (obviously) we do get footage from the Six Nations Cup.
On the other hand, there's no media attention for the ICC World Cup at all - even though we are present there.

This strikes me as odd.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/11 at 1:45 am

Though we're not participating (obviously) we do get footage from the Six Nations Cup.
On the other hand, there's no media attention for the ICC World Cup at all - even though we are present there.

This strikes me as odd.
Can you get the BBC in The Netherlands, for the highlights are shown around 10pm each day?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/11 at 4:08 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Celtic's Scottish Cup tie away to Inverness is postponed because of waterlogged pitch

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/11 at 8:39 am

HORSE RACING:

The Nicky Henderson-trained Binocular is out of the Champion Hurdle at Cheltenham

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/11 at 10:33 am

CYCLING:

Britain's Bradley Wiggins finishes third overall in Paris-Nice stage race

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/11 at 1:03 pm

RUGBY UNION:

SIX NATIONS:

England beat Scotland 22-16 at Twickenham to keep their Grand Slam hopes alive

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/11 at 2:46 pm

OLYMPICS 2012:

GB men's and women's basketball teams given go-ahead to compete at London 2012

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/11 at 2:25 am

GOLF:

American Nick Watney wins WGC event in Florida by two shots from Dustin Johnson

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/11 at 2:26 am

SNOOKER:

Six-time champion Steve Davis loses 10-2 to Stephen Lee in World Championship qualifiers

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/11 at 1:38 pm

FORMULA 1:

World champion Sebastian Vettel extends his contract with Red Bull until 2014

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/11 at 1:38 pm

CYCLING:

Sir Chris Hoy, Victoria Pendleton and Ed Clancy all in GB Track World Champs squad

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/11 at 1:39 am

2012 Olympics

Tickets for the London 2012 Olympic Games go on sale, priced from £20 to £2,012, 500 days ahead of the event.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/11 at 2:34 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Shane Williams ruled out of Wales' Six Nations match against France with knee injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/11 at 2:35 pm

CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL:

Hurricane Fly, ridden by Ruby Walsh, wins Champion Hurdle

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/11 at 2:20 am

SWIMMING:

Ian Thorpe to prepare for London 2012 under new coach Gennadi Touretski.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/11 at 1:40 pm

FOOTBALL:

Former England captain Bryan Robson receiving treatment for throat cancer

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/11 at 1:41 pm

CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL:

Sizing Europe wins Queen Mother Champion Chase

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/11 at 2:12 am

TENNIS:

Andy & Jamie Murray knocked out of BNP Paribas Open doubles in quarter-finals in California

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/11 at 2:12 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Wigan's Joel Tomkins loses appeal against two-match ban for red card v Hull on Sunday

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/11 at 2:25 pm

SKIING:

James Woods wins GB's first freestyle medal at a major championships at Euro Winter X Games

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/11 at 3:51 pm

GOLF:

World number one Martin Kaymer and Nick Watney, winner of last week's WGC-Cadillac Championship, are among the field in Florida.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/11 at 4:14 pm

TENNIS:

Caroline Wozniacki and Juan Martin del Potro reach semi-finals in Indian Wells

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/11 at 5:01 pm

Athletics:

World marathon record holder Paula Radcliffe will return to competitive action in the Great Manchester Run on 15 May.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/11 at 5:01 pm

Olympics:

The Wellcome Trust medical charity says that it is considering buying the London 2012 Olympic Park.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/11 at 1:41 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Rangers lose 1-0 at home to PSV Eindhoven and are eliminated from Europa League

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/11 at 1:42 am

FOOTBALL (FIFA):

Mohamed bin Hammam confirms he will run against Sepp Blatter for the Fifa presidency

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/11 at 2:17 am

GOLF:

England's Paul Casey shot a seven-under-par 64 to grab the lead in the first round of the Transitions Championship at Innisbrook, Florida.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/11 at 3:00 pm

TENNIS:

Novak Djokovic reaches Indian Wells semi-finals with 6-2 6-4 win over Richard Gasquet

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/11 at 3:01 pm

OLYMPICS 2012:

IOC backs London 2012 organisers Logoc over finance dispute with British Olympic Association

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/11 at 3:01 pm

CHELTENHAM (Horse Racing):

Long Run, ridden by Sam Waley-Cohen, wins Gold Cup from Denman and Kauto Star

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/11 at 2:25 am

RUGBY UNION:

England Women seal Grand Slam with 31-0 victory over Ireland Women

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/11 at 2:25 am

TENNIS:

Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer to meet in Indian Wells semi-finals

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/11 at 5:20 am

GOLF:

Sergio Garcia moved up to second place at the Transitions Championship in Innisbrook, Florida after carding a second round of 66.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/11 at 5:20 am

RUGBY UNION:

England manager Martin Johnson says there is more pressure on Ireland to win on Saturday even though his team are one victory away from a Grand Slam.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/11 at 1:37 pm

MOTORSPORT:

Australia's Casey Stoner on pole for Qatar MotoGP, Britain's Cal Crutchlow in eighth

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/11 at 4:20 pm

SIX NATIONS:

Ireland beat England 24-8 in Dublin to end the visitors' hopes of a Grand Slam

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/20/11 at 2:33 am

BOXING:

Lucian Bute stops Brian Magee to retain IBF super-middleweight title.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/20/11 at 2:33 am

WORLD FOOTBALL:

John Terry has been restored as England's permanent captain, manager Fabio Capello confirms

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/20/11 at 2:34 am

TENNIS:

Novak Djokovic beats Roger Federer 6-3 3-6 6-2 to take world number two ranking

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/20/11 at 12:14 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Celtic-Rangers League Cup final goes to extra-time after 1-1 draw in 90 minutes

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/20/11 at 3:48 pm

GOLF:

The final round is under way with England's Justin Rose among those seeking to lift the trophy.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/20/11 at 3:49 pm

GOLF:

Raphael Jacquelin extended his lead at the Sicilian Open to two strokes on Sunday afternoon but a weather delay has forced a Monday finish.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/20/11 at 3:51 pm

Athletics:

Great Britain's Mo Farah won the New York City half-marathon in a brilliant debut over the distance on Sunday.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/21/11 at 2:02 pm

WINTER SPORTS:

Japan abandons plans to host figure skating World Championships after earthquake

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/21/11 at 4:46 pm

GOLF:

Third round leader Justin Rose struggles as American Gary Woodland wins the Transitions Championship in Florida.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 03/22/11 at 11:11 am

MLB: Barry Bonds, who last played in 2007 for the SF Giants, starts his trial today about lying to a jury about never knowingly taking steroids. ::)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/11 at 2:12 am

TENNIS:

Britain's Elena Baltacha beats Sybille Bammer in Sony Ericsson Open first round in Miami

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/11 at 2:14 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

St Johnstone beat Brechin City 1-0 in Scottish Cup sixth round replay

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/11 at 12:52 pm

Ex-Middlesex & England spinner Fred Titmus dies ages 78

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/11 at 2:03 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Rob Andrew confirmed as Rugby Football Union's new director of rugby operations

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/11 at 2:05 pm

Cycling World Track Championships:

Britain qualify for the bronze finals in the men's team pursuit and team sprint on day one of the World Track Championships in the Netherlands, with a total of five gold medals up for grabs.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/11 at 2:13 pm

Athletics:

Usain Bolt will face rival Asafa Powell over 100m for the first time this season in the Diamond League meeting in Rome on 26 May.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/11 at 4:03 pm

CYCLING:

France regain the world team sprint crown at the Track World Championships

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/11 at 3:22 pm

LONDON 2012:

BOA chairman Lord Moynihan and chief executive Andy Hunt are suspended from Locog board

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/11 at 3:23 pm

TRACK CYCLING:

Great Britain's women's team pursuit quartet beat USA to win gold at World Champs

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/11 at 1:47 pm

FORMULA 1:

McLaren finish one-two in practice at Australian GP, Jenson Button ahead of Lewis Hamilton

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/11 at 4:40 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray loses 6-1 7-5 to unseeded Alex Bogomolov in Miami second round

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/11 at 4:41 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Magners League - Blues 15-16 Munster

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/11 at 4:41 pm

FOOTBALL:

Northern Ireland beaten 2-1 in Euro 2012 qualifier by Serbia

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/11 at 4:42 pm

CYCLING:

France's Gregory Bauge beats GB's Jason Kenny to sprint gold at Track World Chamionships

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/11 at 1:02 am

GOLF:

Scotland's Martin Laird leads by a stroke after Arnold Palmer Invitational second round

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/11 at 1:03 am

FORMULA 1:

Sebastian Vettel heads a Red Bull one-two in final practice for the Australian Grand Prix

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/11 at 3:25 am

FORMULA 1:

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel on pole for Australian GP by 0.8secs from McLaren's Lewis Hamilton

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/11 at 5:01 am

2022 Qatar World Cup:

Scientists at Qatar University claim to have developed artificial clouds to provide shade for stadia and training grounds at the 2022 World Cup.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/11 at 7:08 am

ROWING:

Defending champions Cambridge are favourites but many observers are expecting Oxford to push them all the way in the 157th Boat Race.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/11 at 7:54 am

GOLF:

Scotland's Martin Laird leads the Arnold Palmer Invitational in Florida after a seven-under-par round of 65.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/11 at 8:01 am

GOLF:

The 2011 English Open at St Mellion has been cancelled amid growing concerns over the viability of professional golf tournaments in England.

Organisers say they were unable to raise the £2m sponsorship needed to hold the event in August.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/11 at 8:02 am

GOLF:

Former world number one Tiger Woods is returning to the teachings of his late father in a bid to improve his putting ahead of next month's Masters.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/11 at 10:42 am

ROWING:

Oxford win the toss in the Boat Race and choose the Surrey side

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/11 at 12:56 pm

ROWING:

Oxford win the 157th University Boat Race

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/11 at 3:15 am

FORMULA 1:

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel wins the season-opening Australian Grand Prix from Lewis Hamilton and Renault's Vitaly Petrov.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/11 at 3:15 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL:

Republic of Ireland secure 2-1 win over Macedonia in Euro 2012 qualifier

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/11 at 3:16 am

TENNIS:

Roger Federer beats Radek Stepanek 6-3 6-3 in round two of the Masters series event in Miami

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/11 at 3:16 am

GOLF:

Scotland's Martin Laird stays on course for his second PGA Tour title as he moves two shots clear of the field at the Arnold Palmer Invitational.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/11 at 6:20 am

RUGBY SEVENS:

New Zealand beat England 29-17 in final of Hong Kong Sevens

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/11 at 6:21 am

FORMULA 1:

Sauber drivers disqualified from Australian Grand Prix for technical infringement

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/11 at 9:37 am

Non-English Football:

Scotland take on five-time World Cup winners Brazil in a friendly at the Emirates Stadium in London.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/11 at 9:38 am

CYCLING:

Great Britain's Victoria Pendleton eliminated from world keirin in semi-finals

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/11 at 9:39 am

HORSE RACING:

Ruby Walsh to ride Willie Mullins-trained Midnight Club in 9 April Grand National

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/11 at 9:40 am

HORSE RACING:

Ruby Walsh to ride Willie Mullins-trained Midnight Club in 9 April Grand National
It is a few days yet for the Grand National, I am going to put £5 on it, now that the odds are higher than what would be on the day of the race.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/11 at 11:41 am

Non-English Football:

Scotland take on five-time World Cup winners Brazil in a friendly at the Emirates Stadium in London.
Neymar strengthens his burgeoning reputation with both of Brazil's goals as they see off Scotland 2-0 at the Emirates Stadium.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/11 at 11:41 am

GOLF:

Scotland's 1999 Open champion Paul Lawrie wins Andalucia Open in Malaga

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/28/11 at 1:21 am

GOLF:

Scotland's Martin Laird battles to victory in the Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/28/11 at 1:21 am

TENNIS:

Novak Djokovic races into round four of the Sony Ericsson Open in Miami with a 6-2 6-0 victory over James Blake.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/29/11 at 12:28 pm

FOOTBALL:

Arsenal confirm a German teenage tourist threw a banana onto pitch during Brazil-Scotland match

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/29/11 at 12:29 pm

SNOOKER:

Defending champion Mark Williams beaten 5-4 by Stephen Lee in first round of China Open

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/29/11 at 12:51 pm

England rugby player Ben Foden is arrested on suspicion of causing criminal damage in central London.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/11 at 12:27 pm

FOOTBALL and OLYMPICS:

Tottenham demand answers from 2012 chiefs over Olympic stadium award to West Ham

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/11 at 12:27 pm

OLYMPICS:

British Olympic Association hope financial dispute with 2012 organisers can be resolved quickly

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/11 at 3:43 pm

GOLF:

Scots golfers Martin Laird and Paul Lawrie confirm their participation in this year's Barclays Scottish Open

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/11 at 3:50 pm

SNOOKER:

Ronnie O'Sullivan's poor run of form continues with a 5-2 defeat by Ryan Day in the first round of the China Open in Beijing.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/31/11 at 1:12 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Motherwell beat Dundee United 3-0 to reach Scottish Cup semi-final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/31/11 at 1:13 am

TENNIS:

Andy Murray wants to appoint new coach before clay-court season

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/31/11 at 2:47 pm

Scottish FA chief executive Stewart Regan writes to the Brazilian FA to request an apology for Neymar's accusation of racism from Scotland fans.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/11 at 12:19 pm

GOLF:

Rainbow coloured golf balls will be used for the first time for the US Masters at Augusta this year.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/11 at 12:26 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Rangers chairman Alastair Johnston admits the Scottish champions could go out of business if they lose their battle with the taxman.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/11 at 12:27 pm

SNOOKER:

Mark Selby and Ding Junhui are through to the semi-finals of the China Open

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/11 at 2:09 pm

BOXING:

David Haye says that Wladimir Klitschko has been passed fit for their heavyweight title unification bout.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/11 at 3:34 pm

TENNIS:

World number two Novak Djokovic records an emphatic 6-3 6-1 win over American Mardy Fish in the semi-final of the Sony Ericsson Open in Miami.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/11 at 3:35 pm

TENNIS:

Rafael Nadal will play Roger Federer on American soil for the first time in six years after both men reached the last four of the Sony Ericsson Open.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/11 at 4:02 pm

HORSE RACING:

Taqleed, a winner twice last summer as a three-year-old, is expected to start favourite for the Lincoln Handicap on Saturday at Doncaster.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 04/01/11 at 6:00 pm

TENNIS:

Rafael Nadal will play Roger Federer on American soil for the first time in six years after both men reached the last four of the Sony Ericsson Open.

That should be interesting.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/11 at 2:50 am

That should be interesting.
Rafael Nadal beats Roger Federer 6-3 6-2 in Miami Open semis to set up final with Novak Djokovic

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/11 at 8:14 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Celtic's SPL match at Inverness Caley Thistle postponed because of waterlogged pitch

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/11 at 8:14 am

SNOOKER:

Judd Trump thrashes Shaun Murphy 6-1 in China Open semi-final to reach first major final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/11 at 9:53 am

MOTOGP:

Australian Casey Stoner takes pole position for Sunday's Spanish MotoGP, Dani Pedrosa second

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/11 at 9:53 am

HORSE RACING:

Sweet Lightning ridden by Johnny Murtagh wins the Lincoln Handicap at Doncaster

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/11 at 10:25 am

LONDON OLYMPICS 2012:

482 days to go

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/11 at 10:47 am

RUGBY UNION:

Northampton beat Sale 53-24 in Premiership match

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/11 at 1:11 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL:

Jose Mourinho's nine-year unbeaten home league record ends as Real Madrid lose 1-0 to Sporting Gijon

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/11 at 1:25 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Police investigating incident involving Motherwell chairman John Boyle & Aberdeen's Craig Brown

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/11 at 6:14 am

GOLF:

Americans Phil Mickelson and Scott Verplank lead the Houston Open going into final day

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/11 at 6:14 am

WOMEN'S FOOTBALL:

England's women beat the number-one-ranked USA 2-1 at Leyton Orient

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/11 at 6:15 am

FOOTBALL:

Wayne Rooney to learn on Monday if he will face FA action for swearing into camera after scoring

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/11 at 6:15 am

SNOOKER:

Judd Trump leads Mark Selby 5-3 after first session of China Open final.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/11 at 8:13 am

MOTOGP:

Jorge Lorenzo wins Spanish MotoGP in Jerez; Dani Pedrosa is second

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/11 at 12:01 pm

SNOOKER:

Judd Trump beats fellow Englishman Mark Selby 10-8 to win first major title at China Open

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/11 at 12:14 pm

TENNIS:

The top two players in the world meet as Rafael Nadal faces Novak Djokovic in the final of the Sony Ericsson Open in Miami.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/11 at 1:29 am

TENNIS:

Novak Djokovic wins Sony Ericsson Open final with 4-6 6-3 7-6 (7-4) victory over Rafael Nadal

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/11 at 1:29 am

GOLF:

Stacy Lewis wins LPGA Kraft Nabisco Championship by three shots from Yani Tseng

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/11 at 1:29 am

GOLF:

World number six Phil Mickelson wins the Houston Open by three shots

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/11 at 1:48 pm

FOOTBALL:

Man Utd's Wayne Rooney accepts FA charge for swearing but says two-match ban is excessive

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/11 at 1:49 pm

GOLF:

Graeme McDowell grouped with Tiger Woods in Masters; Lee Westwood plays with Martin Kaymer

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/11 at 1:32 am

OLYMPICS:

BOA and London 2012 organising committee to hold fresh talks over financial row

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/11 at 1:54 pm

WINTER OLYMPICS:

IOC approves five new events for 2014 Games including women's ski-jumping

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/11 at 1:10 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Celtic move back to top of SPL with 3-1 win over Hibernian

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/11 at 1:11 am

GOLF:

Luke Donald wins par-three tournament that acts as curtain raiser to the Masters

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/11 at 11:27 am

GOLF:

Ross Fisher and Rory McIlroy are among the early front-runners, with Tiger Woods, Lee Westwood and Sandy Lyle also under way, as the 75th Masters gets started at Augusta National.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/11 at 1:51 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Hull FC's Sean Long banned for two games and fined £300 for striking with his elbow

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/11 at 1:52 pm

FORMULA 1:

Team boss Christian Horner defends legality of Red Bull's cars

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/11 at 1:52 pm

HORSE RACING:

Big Buck's wins 12th straight race with victory in opener at Aintree

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/11 at 1:52 pm

GOLF:

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy takes the clubhouse lead with a 65 at the Masters

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/11 at 1:53 pm

GOLF (US Masters):

Latest leaderboard (F = finished):
-7 McIlroy
-4 Goosen, Kuchar
-3 Fisher (F), Snedeker (F), Fujita, Schwartzel
-2 O'Hair (F), Villegas (F), Havret (F), Moore, Poulter, Yang, Marino

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/11 at 2:20 pm

GOLF (US Masters):

Latest leaderboard (F = finished):
-7 McIlroy (F)
-4 Yang, Kuchar
-3 Fisher (F), Snedeker (F), Garcia, Schwartzel

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/11 at 3:33 pm

GOLF (US Masters):

"Tiger Woods ends with a one-under 71. 'Do you like where you are?' he's asked. 'Absolutely, I'm only six back,' he says.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/11 at 1:18 am

FORMULA 1:

Red Bull's Mark Webber heads McLaren's Lewis Hamilton in first practice at Malaysian GP

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/11 at 1:18 am

GOLF (US Masters):

Rory McIlroy fires a bogey-free seven-under-par 65 to share the first-round lead at the Masters with Alvaro Quiros.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/11 at 1:39 pm

GOLF (US Masters):

ROUND TWO LEADERS:
-9 McIlroy (5)
-8 Choi (13)
-5 Yang (F), Barnes (17), Couples (16), Ogilvy (13), Quiros (12)
-4 Schwartzel (F), Fisher (12), Kuchar (2)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/11 at 2:39 pm

GYMNASTICS:

Britain's Dan Purvis wins all-around bronze at the European Championships in Berlin

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/11 at 2:40 pm

HORSE RACING:

Master Minded, ridden by Ruby Walsh, wins the Melling Chase at Aintree

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/11 at 2:40 pm

TENNIS:

World number two Novak Djokovic pulls out of Monte Carlo Masters because of a knee injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/11 at 2:41 pm

Question to all sports fans...

When attending a sporting fixture, does a win always make the journey home sweeter.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/11 at 3:36 pm

GOLF (US Masters):

ROUND TWO LEADERS:
-9 McIlroy (12)
-7 Choi (F)
-6 Ogilvy (F), Quiros (17)
-5 Yang (F), Barnes (F), Couples (F)
-4 Schwartzel (F), Donald (F), Furyk (F), Fisher (F), Fowler (12), Day (12)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/11 at 3:59 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Premiership result - Sale 36-31 Gloucester

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/11 at 3:59 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Euro Challenge Cup - Harlequins 32-22 Wasps, Stade Francais 32-28 Montpellier

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/11 at 3:59 pm

TENNIS:

World number two Novak Djokovic pulls out of Monte Carlo Masters because of a knee injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/11 at 1:57 am

MASTERS GOLF:

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy takes a two-shot lead into the third round at Augusta

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/11 at 1:58 am

FORMULA 1:

Lewis Hamilton's McLaren fastest in final practice for Malaysian GP. 2. Webber, 3. Button

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/11 at 8:57 am

Grand National

Ruby Walsh on The Midnight Club is expected to start favourite in the 16:15 Aintree spectacular.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/11 at 8:58 am

Grand National

Ruby Walsh on The Midnight Club is expected to start favourite in the 16:15 Aintree spectacular.
...and that is my horse to win in that race.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/11 at 9:15 am

HORSE RACING:

Oscar Whisky wins Aintree Hurdle from Thousand Stars and Salden Licht

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/11 at 9:46 am

GYMNASTICS:

Beth Tweddle wins gold on the uneven bars at European Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/11 at 10:33 am

GYMNASTICS:

Louis Smith falls and finishes sixth in the men's pommel final at Euro Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/11 at 10:34 am

HORSE RACING:

Ballabriggs wins the Grand National ahead of Oscar Time, Don't Push It and State of Play

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/11 at 10:34 am

HORSE RACING:

Ballabriggs wins the Grand National ahead of Oscar Time, Don't Push It and State of Play

My horse finished nowhere!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/11 at 2:02 pm

HORSE RACING:

Ballabriggs wins the Grand National ahead of Oscar Time, Don't Push It and State of Play

Ballabriggs won the 164th running of the Grand National to secure a new chapter in the McCain family's love affair with the famous Aintree marathon.

Trainer Donald McCain is the son of Ginger, whose four victories in the race included a unique treble with Red Rum.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/11 at 3:09 pm

MASTERS GOLF:

ROUND THREE LEADERBOARD:
-11 Day
-10 McIlroy
-7 Scott, Donald, Schwartzel, Choi
-6 Garcia, Furyk, Woods

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Written By: nally on 04/09/11 at 6:41 pm

Question to all sports fans...

When attending a sporting fixture, does a win always make the journey home sweeter.

In a sense it does; I mean, we all like to see our favorite teams win games. Each time I've gone to a Dodgers game, I of course cheer on my team. If they win, then we come out of the stadium feeling happy because they won; if they lose, it is of course dismal, but just being at the game can be fun too.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/11 at 2:11 am

GOLF (US Masters):

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy moves to 12 under par and will take a four-shot lead into the final round of the Masters as he continues his quest to win a first major.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/11 at 2:12 am

In a sense it does; I mean, we all like to see our favorite teams win games. Each time I've gone to a Dodgers game, I of course cheer on my team. If they win, then we come out of the stadium feeling happy because they won; if they lose, it is of course dismal, but just being at the game can be fun too.
Once when see our team heavily defeated, on the journey back home we hardly spoke.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/11 at 2:46 am

FORMULA 1:

Red Bull's reigning world champion Sebastian Vettel starts on pole position for the Malaysian Grand Prix, with Lewis Hamilton of McLaren also on the front row.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/11 at 2:46 am

TRIATHLON:

Jonathan Brownlee second in opening round of World Championship behind Javier Gomez

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/11 at 2:47 am

European women's marathon champion Zivile Balciunaite has been banned for two years for doping.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/11 at 2:48 am

London 2012's Olympic marathon manager David Bedford left his role in February because of frustration with Games organisers, it has emerged.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/11 at 3:18 am

HORSE RACING:

Jockey Peter Toole remains in induced coma following fall in race at Aintree on Saturday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/11 at 3:19 am

In Paris, the Paris Marathon is taking place right.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/11 at 3:19 am

This time next week it will be the London Marathon.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/11 at 5:46 am

FORMULA 1:

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel wins an eventful Malaysian Grand Prix, as McLaren's Jenson Button comes through to take second.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/11 at 5:46 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL:

Bayern Munich sack manager Louis van Gaal - club out of Bundesliga contention in 4th

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/11 at 7:52 am

FORMULA 1:

Lewis Hamilton and Fernando Alonso given 20-second penalties following Malaysian GP collision

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/11 at 10:54 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Rangers' 1-0 win at Hamilton pleases boss Walter Smith and cuts Celtic's SPL lead

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/11 at 10:55 am

RUGBY UNION:

Northampton defeat Ulster 23-13 to reach Heineken Cup semi-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/11 at 10:55 am

GYMNASTICS:

Beth Tweddle finishes fourth, missing out on a medal, at European Championships in Berlin

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/11 at 1:29 pm

GOLF (US Masters):

ROUND FOUR LEADERBOARD:
-12 McIlroy
-8 Cabrera, Schwartzel, Choi, Day
-7 Woods, Scott, Donald
-6 Ogilvy

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Written By: nally on 04/10/11 at 7:02 pm

Once when see our team heavily defeated, on the journey back home we hardly spoke.

I know, it can be hard to cope with sometimes.

One time in 1990 we went to see the Dodgers play the Chicago Cubs, and L.A. lost the game 4-0; I remember being sad about it on the way home. Needless to say, the game was over with in just a couple hours.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/11/11 at 1:15 am

GOLF (US Masters):

South Africa's Charl Schwartzel takes advantage of Rory McIlroy's meltdown to win the Masters by two shots on a staggering final day.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/11/11 at 1:16 am

TENNIS:

Kim Clijsters in danger of missing the French Open after suffering an ankle injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/11 at 3:06 pm

TENNIS:

Roger Federer beats Philipp Kohlschreiber 6-2 6-1 in Monte Carlo Masters

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/11 at 1:20 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL:

Barcelona reach Champions League semi-finals with 6-1 aggregate win over Shakhtar Donetsk

Man Utd beat Chelsea 3-1 on aggregate to reach Champions League semi-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/11 at 1:21 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Celtic beat St Johnstone 1-0 to move five points clear at the top of the SPL table

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/11 at 12:11 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray beats Radek Stepanek 6-1 6-4 in second round of Monte Carlo Masters

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/11 at 12:21 pm

OLYMPICS:

Tottenham take case against London Borough of Newham to High Court over stadium dispute

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/11 at 12:59 pm

LONDON MARATHON:

A man who once ran the London Marathon in a deep sea diving suit will take 26 days to finish this year's race dressed as a snail.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/11 at 11:51 am

TENNIS:

Andy Murray beats Gilles Simon 6-3 6-3 at Monte Carlo Masters to reach quarter-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/11 at 11:52 am

HORSE RACING:

Native Khan, ridden by Kieren Fallon, wins Craven Stakes at Newmarket

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/11 at 11:53 am

TENNIS:

World number three Roger Federer beats Marin Cilic 6-4 6-3 at the Monte Carlo Masters

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/11 at 11:53 am

FOOTBALL:

Leyton Orient begin legal proceedings over West Ham's proposed move to the Olympic Stadium

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/11 at 1:08 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Hull FC sign former Great Britain centre Martin Gleeson on an 18-month contract

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/11 at 1:09 am

GOLF:

Rory McIlroy in a joint share of the lead at the Malaysian Open after a second round of 64

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/11 at 1:10 am

FORMULA1:

The second practice session in Shanghai gets under way after Red Bull dominate Friday's first session.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/11 at 1:29 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray reaches Monte Carlo Masters semis after 6-2 6-1 win over Portugal's Frederico Gil

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/11 at 1:30 pm

TENNIS:

Jurgen Melzer beats Roger Federer 6-4 6-4 in Monte Carlo Masters quarter-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/11 at 1:31 pm

CANOEING:

London bid wins the right to host the 2015 Canoe Slalom World Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/11 at 1:54 pm

GOLF:

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy moves into the joint lead of the Malaysia Open after shooting a second-round 64.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/11 at 3:59 pm

The London Philharmonic Orchestra is to record the national anthems of all 205 countries participating in the 2012 Olympics.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/11 at 4:39 am

FORMULA 1:

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel on pole for China GP from McLaren's Jenson Button & Lewis Hamilton

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/11 at 4:39 am

GOLF:

Bad weather holds up play at Malaysian Open, where Rory McIlroy still shares the lead at 11 under

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/11 at 4:39 am

FORMULA 1:

Red Bull's Mark Webber fails to get out of first qualifying and will start Chinese GP 18th

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/11 at 4:40 am

DIVING:

Tom Daley and Pete Waterfield win gold in the Diving World Series event in Sheffield on Friday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/11 at 6:07 am

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel sets a scintillating lap to beat McLaren team-mates Jenson Button and Lewis Hamilton to pole position at the Chinese Grand Prix.

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Written By: danootaandme on 04/16/11 at 6:36 am

Red Sox, right now, have the worst club record at 2 wins 10 losses

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/11 at 6:38 am

Red Sox, right now, have the worst club record at 2 wins 10 losses
Sounds just like my cricket team Middlesex over the last few seasons, but today my team have won their first match of the season. How long will it last?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/11 at 6:41 am

SNOOKER:

World Championship draw and schedule

Venue: Crucible Threatre. Date: 16 April-2 May.

FIRST ROUND (best of 19 frames)

Neil Robertson (Aus) v Judd Trump (Eng)

Marco Fu (HK) v Martin Gould (Eng)

Graeme Dott (Sco) v Mark King (Eng)

Ali Carter (Eng) v Dave Harold (Eng)

Ding Junhui (Chn) v Jamie Burnett (Eng)

Peter Ebdon (Eng) v Stuart Bingham (NI)

Stephen Hendry (Sco) v Joe Perry (Eng)

Mark Selby (Eng) v Jimmy Robertson (Eng)

Mark Williams (Wal) v Ryan Day (Wal)

Jamie Cope (Eng) v Andrew Pagett (Wal)

Mark Allen (NI) v Matthew Stevens (Wal)

Stephen Maguire (Sco) v Barry Hawkins (Eng)

Shaun Murphy (Eng) v Marcus Campbell (Sco)

Ronnie O'Sullivan (Eng) v Dominic Dale (Wal)

Ricky Walden (Eng) v Rory McLeod (Eng)

John Higgins (Sco) v Stephen Lee (Eng)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/11 at 8:46 am

TENNIS:

Andy Murray will play Monte Carlo Masters semi-final after arm injury threatened his participation

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/11 at 8:46 am

TENNIS:

David Ferrer beats Jurgen Melzer 6-3 6-2 to reach the final of the Monte Carlo Masters

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/11 at 10:02 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Wigan owner says assistant Shaun Wane is favourite to replace Michael Maguire as coach

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/11 at 10:03 am

HORSE RACING:

Beshabar ridden by Richard Johnson wins the Scottish National from Merigo in second

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/11 at 10:03 am

HORSE RACING:

Beshabar ridden by Richard Johnson wins the Scottish National from Merigo in second
I was planning to watch that and missed it!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/11 at 1:28 pm

TENNIS:

Rafael Nadal beats Andy Murray 6-4 2-6 6-1 to reach Monte Carlo Masters final against David Ferrer

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/11 at 2:47 pm

SNOOKER:

Neil Robertson needs to overturn a 5-4 deficit in the evening session after a lively start to his defence of the World Championship against Judd Trump.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/11 at 4:31 pm

WORLD SNOOKER:

World champion Neil Robertson loses 10-8 to Judd Trump in first round at Crucible

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/17/11 at 12:15 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL:

Cristiano Ronaldo's late penalty snatches a 1-1 draw for Real Madrid against Barcelona

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/17/11 at 12:15 am

BOXING:

Amir Khan retains WBA light-welterweight title after points decision against Paul McCloskey

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/17/11 at 12:16 am

Britain's Jo Pavey admits to being nervous ahead of her marathon debut in London this weekend as she targets a place at the 2012 Olympics.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/17/11 at 12:17 am

A man running backwards and a woman knitting a world-record scarf will be among the 36,500 entrants in this year's London Marathon later.

The 26.2-mile event from Blackheath to Buckingham Palace starts at 0900 BST when the leading women runners set off.

Pc David Rathband, who was blinded by gunman Raoul Moat, will take part.

As will Olympic rowing champion James Cracknell, former Manchester United footballer Dwight Yorke, and models Agyness Deyn and Elen Rivas.

Once the elite women have started, the wheelchair race gets under way at 0920 BST followed by the top men and fun runners at 0945 BST.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/17/11 at 2:11 am

FORMULA1:

The Chinese Grand Prix is under way in Shanghai, with Sebastian Vettel having been overtaken in the early stages.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/17/11 at 3:19 am

GOLF:

Italy's Matteo Manassero wins the Malaysian Open, two shots ahead of Rory McIlroy.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/17/11 at 9:16 am

FORMULA 1:

Lewis Hamilton wins a thrilling Chinese Grand Prix from Sebastian Vettel and Mark Webber

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/17/11 at 9:17 am

London Marathon:

Emmanuel Mutai of Kenya wins men's Marathon in course record time; Martin Lel second

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/17/11 at 9:17 am

London Marathon:

Kenya's Mary Keitany wins women's race in 2 hrs 19 min; Russian Liliya Shobukhova second

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/11 at 12:42 pm

WORLD SNOOKER:

Ronnie O'Sullivan leads Dominic Dale 7-2 in first round in Sheffield

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/11 at 12:42 pm

ATHLETICS:

Geoffrey Mutai runs fastest time over 26.2 miles to win Boston Marathon in 2hrs 3mins 2secs

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/11 at 12:42 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray will decide on Tuesday whether to play in Barcelona following scan on injured elbow

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/11 at 12:42 pm

ICE HOCKEY:

Kazakhstan beat Great Britain 2-1 in World Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/11 at 12:43 pm

WORLD SNOOKER:

Stephen Hendry beats Joe Perry 10-9 to reach second round at the Crucible

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/11 at 1:46 pm

WORLD SNOOKER:

Ronnie O'Sullivan twice threatens a 147 maximum as he takes a commanding 7-2 lead after the first session of his first round match against Dominic Dale in the World Championship.

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Written By: nally on 04/19/11 at 12:20 am

A man running backwards and a woman knitting a world-record scarf will be among the 36,500 entrants in this year's London Marathon later.

The 26.2-mile event from Blackheath to Buckingham Palace starts at 0900 BST when the leading women runners set off.

Pc David Rathband, who was blinded by gunman Raoul Moat, will take part.

As will Olympic rowing champion James Cracknell, former Manchester United footballer Dwight Yorke, and models Agyness Deyn and Elen Rivas.

Once the elite women have started, the wheelchair race gets under way at 0920 BST followed by the top men and fun runners at 0945 BST.

Running backwards, that can be potentially dangerous, since you gotta see where you're going and move quickly at the same time...you'd have to know what's behind you as you quickly go past.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/19/11 at 1:25 am

Running backwards, that can be potentially dangerous, since you gotta see where you're going and move quickly at the same time...you'd have to know what's behind you as you quickly go past.
I would think he has a companion running forwards with him to noticed what is a head. Similar to the way blind people run.

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Written By: nally on 04/19/11 at 1:50 am

I would think he has a companion running forwards with him to noticed what is a head. Similar to the way blind people run.

Good point.

Once I helped some visually-impaired kids who were competing in a "Braille Olympics" (with events for blind children), as part of a project to help the community; I had to guide them through an obstacle course. Some of these children seemed to know the course pretty well, but others needed assistance.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/19/11 at 12:08 pm

WORLD SNOOKER:

Ronnie O'Sullivan eases into the second round of the World Championship at The Crucible, winning eight frames in a row to see off Dominic Dale 10-2.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/19/11 at 12:08 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray pulls out of Barcelona Open because of elbow injury and to take four to five days off

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/19/11 at 12:09 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Wasps suspend Andy Powell and Tim Payne pending internal investigation

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/19/11 at 12:09 pm

FORMULA 1:

German state prosecutors have confirmed to BBC Sport that they have questioned Formula 1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone as part of a probe into an alleged multi-million pound bribery scandal.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/19/11 at 2:23 pm

WORLD SNOOKER:

Stephen Hendry tells BBC Sport he is considering retiring from the sport

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/19/11 at 3:07 pm

GOLF (The Open):

The Royal St George's golf course will be extended by more than 100 yards for July's Open Championship - while also having par reduced from 71 to 70.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/11 at 1:08 am

FOOTBALL:

Parcel bombs have been sent to Celtic boss Neil Lennon and two high-profile fans of the club

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/11 at 1:08 am

WORLD SNOOKER:

Stuart Bingham defeats Peter Ebdon 10-8 in first round at the Crucible

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/11 at 11:59 am

BOXING:

David Haye will fight Wladimir Klitschko for the world heavyweight title on 2 July in Hamburg

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/11 at 12:00 pm

HORSE RACING:

Slumber, trained by Barry Hills, springs surprise to win Derby Trial at Epsom

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/11 at 12:00 pm

WORLD SNOOKER:

Martin Gould beats Marco Fu 10-8 to reach second round at the Crucible

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/11 at 12:00 pm

WORLD SNOOKER:

Former champion Graeme Dott beats Mark King 10-7 in Crucible first round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/11 at 12:56 pm

HORSE RACING:

Injured amateur jockey Richard Hawkins regains consciousness following 12 April fall

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/11 at 12:57 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Berwick Rangers sack under-17 captain Kieran Bowell for Twitter comments about Neil Lennon

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/11 at 1:25 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Celtic beat Kilmarnock 4-0 in Scottish Premier League as Kris Commons scores twice

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/11 at 1:25 am

WORLD SNOOKER:

Mark Allen comes from 9-6 down to beat Matthew Stevens 10-9

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/11 at 1:26 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL:

Real Madrid beat Barcelona 1-0 in extra time to win the Copa Del Rey

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/11 at 1:18 pm

SNOOKER:

Mark Williams takes 7-1 lead over Jamie Cope in second round match at World Championship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/11 at 1:18 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Hull KR de-register prop Willie Mason after passport delay, Michael Dobson re-registered

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/11 at 1:18 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Salford head coach Shaun McRae to leave club at end of season

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/11 at 1:18 pm

SNOOKER:

Mark Selby beats Jimmy Robertson 10-1 to set up second round match against Stephen Hendry

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/11 at 1:19 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Former Wales centre Tom Shanklin retires due to a knee injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/11 at 1:19 pm

HORSE RACING:

Jockey Peter Toole, who was injured in a fall at Aintree, is moved out of intensive care

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/11 at 1:20 pm

GOLF:

Lee Westwood ends the first round of the Indonesian Masters two shots off the lead after carding a 68.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/11 at 3:03 pm

HORSE RACING:

An investigation has begun into several races held on all-weather tracks where suspicious betting patterns were reported, the BBC has learned.

"It is believed they are low-grade, small-field races," said the BBC racing correspondent Cornelius Lysaght.

"A number of licenced individuals are to be questioned and phone records have been requested."

The British Horseracing Authority probe is not thought to be linked to reports of a separate race-fixing inquiry.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/11 at 3:36 pm

Renault driver Robert Kubica says he will leave the Italian hospital where he has been recovering from serious injuries "very soon".

Kubica suffered a partially severed right hand and fractures in his right leg and arm when he crashed during a rally in February.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/11 at 3:41 pm

JUDO:

Britain's judo players won two bronze medals on the opening day of the European Championships in Istanbul.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/11 at 4:35 pm

SNOOKER:

John Higgins beats Stephen Lee 10-5 to set up second-round match against Rory McLeod

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/23/11 at 3:31 am

GOLF:

England's Luke Donald leads by one shot at halfway stage of The Heritage event on US PGA Tour

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/23/11 at 3:31 am

RUGBY UNION:

Leicester beat Newcastle 24-13 to seal home play-off semi; Falcons second from bottom

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/23/11 at 3:31 am

WORLD SNOOKER:

Mark Williams beats Jamie Cope 13-4 to reach the quarter-finals at the Crucible

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/23/11 at 8:27 am

WORLD SNOOKER:

Judd Trump beats Martin Gould 13-6 to reach the Crucible quarter-finals

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/23/11 at 8:28 am

HORSE RACING:

White Moonstone will not run in the 1,000 Guineas having pulled up stiff on Saturday

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/23/11 at 8:28 am

GOLF:

Lee Westwood leads the Indonesian Masters by five strokes on 16 under after round three

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/23/11 at 3:39 pm

GOLF:

Lee Westwood leads the Indonesian Masters by five strokes on 16 under after round three

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/23/11 at 4:24 pm

WORLD SNOOKER:

Mark Allen beats Barry Hawkins 13-12 to set up a quarter-final clash against Mark Williams

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/11 at 3:47 am

GOLF:

England's Lee Westwood wins the Indonesian Masters by three strokes from Thongchai Jaidee

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/11 at 7:07 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Rangers host Celtic in a potentially decisive match in the SPL title race, then St Mirren travel to Hibernian.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/11 at 8:27 am

WORLD SNOOKER:

Stuart Bingham leads Ding Junhui 5-3 at end of first session of second-round match

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/11 at 8:27 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Warrington scrum-half Richie Myler out for six to eight weeks with a fractured cheekbone

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/11 at 8:27 am

FORMULA 1:

Renault driver Robert Kubica has been released from hospital in Italy after 10 weeks

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/11 at 8:28 am

GOLF:

England's Lee Westwood wins the Indonesian Masters by three strokes from Thongchai Jaidee
On his birthday too!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/11 at 8:28 am

WORLD SNOOKER:

John Higgins leads Rory McLeod 5-2 after the first session of their second-round match

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/11 at 8:29 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Old Firm derby ends Rangers 0-0 Celtic after Allan McGregor saves Georgios Samaras' penalty

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/11 at 11:59 am

WORLD SNOOKER:

Ronnie O'Sullivan leads Shaun Murphy 9-7 in the second round at the Crucible

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/11 at 11:59 am

WORLD SNOOKER:

Mark Selby opens ups 12-4 lead over Stephen Hendry in contest for a last-eight place

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/11 at 12:00 pm

TENNIS:

Rafael Nadal wins sixth Barcelona Open title after beating David Ferrerr 6-2 6-4 in the final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/11 at 12:00 pm

TENNIS:

World number one Caroline Wozniacki lose to Julia Goerges 6-7 3-6 in Stuttgart fina

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/11 at 1:55 pm

EQUESTRIAN:

Mark Todd, on NZB Land Vision, leads going into final day of Badminton Horse Trials

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/11 at 1:56 pm

WORLD SNOOKER:

Mark Selby seals a record sixth century break at the Crucible

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/11 at 12:55 am

GOLF:

Brandt Snedeker denies Luke Donald victory in The Heritage; Lee Westwood is world number one

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/11 at 7:28 am

SNOOKER:

Mark Selby wraps up 13-4 win over Stephen Hendry to reach last eight of World Championship

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/11 at 10:02 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Super League results - Wakefield 0-26 Wigan

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/11 at 10:03 am

WORLD SNOOKER:

John Higgins beats Rory McLeod 13-7 to reach quarter-finals; will face O'Sullivan or Murphy

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/11 at 10:03 am

WORLD SNOOKER:

Mark Selby wraps up 13-4 win over Stephen Hendry to reach last eight

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/11 at 10:03 am

EQUESTRIAN:

New Zealand's Mark Todd wins Badminton Horse Trials for the fourth time

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/11 at 3:24 pm

WORLD SNOOKER:

Ding Junhui leads Mark Selby 5-3 at end of first session in quarter-finals at Crucible

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/11 at 3:24 pm

WORLD SNOOKER:

Ronnie O'Sullivan finishes first session of quarter-final with John Higgins level at 4-4

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/11 at 1:17 am

WORLD SNOOKER:

Judd Trump leads Graeme Dott 11-5; Mark Williams leads Mark Allen 11-5 in quarters

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/11 at 1:18 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Super League result - Huddersfield 52-22 Salford

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/11 at 12:45 pm

WORLD SNOOKER:

John Higgins and Ronnie O'Sullivan tied at 8-8 after second quarter-final session

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/11 at 12:45 pm

RUGBY UNION:

England and Bath lock Danny Grewcock, a 2003 World Cup winner, to retire at end of season

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/11 at 12:45 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Exeter deducted two points and fined £5,000 for breaching Premiership regulations

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/11 at 12:45 pm

WORLD SNOOKER:

Judd Trump beats Graeme Dott 13-5 to reach the semi-finals

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/11 at 12:46 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Gloucester hooker Olivier Azam banned for four weeks by RFU for headbutt

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/11 at 12:46 pm

Colin Montgomerie would consider being European Ryder Cup captain once more if asked for the match at Gleneagles in 2014.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/11 at 2:58 pm

London 2012 organisers have revealed that they received applications for more than 20 million tickets from 1.8 million people for the Olympic Games.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/11 at 12:36 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Uefa has fined Rangers 40,000 euros and banned its fans from the club's next away European game for sectarian singing in a match at PSV Eindhoven.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/11 at 12:36 pm

RUGBY UNION:

London Irish's Delon Armitage cited for striking Northampton fly-half Stephen Myler

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/11 at 12:36 pm

FOOTBALL:

Uefa opens disciplinary cases against Real Madrid and Barcelona over Wednesday's tie

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/11 at 12:37 pm

Wayne Rooney is contacted by police investigating the News of the World phone hacking scandal

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/11 at 1:14 pm

WORLD SNOOKER:

Judd Trump leads Ding Junhui 5-3 after first session of their semi-final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/11 at 1:15 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL:

Barcelona to report Jose Mourinho to Uefa after Real Madrid coach's post-match comments

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/11 at 4:08 pm

WORLD SNOOKER:

Mark Williams leads John Higgins 5-3 after first session of their semi-final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/11 at 9:34 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Salford part company with head coach Shaun McRae with immediate effect

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/11 at 9:34 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL:

Real Madrid complain to Uefa accusing Barcelona of 'feigning aggression' in Champions League tie

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/11 at 9:35 am

SNOOKER:

Ding Junhui leads Judd Trump 9-7 after second session of World Championship semi-final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/11 at 9:35 am

GOLF:

World number one Lee Westwood hit a four-under-par 68 to reach the halfway stage of the Ballantine's Championship six shots off the pace set by Australia's Brett Rumford

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/11 at 11:26 am

YACHTING:

Great Britain win six medals on the final day of the Sailing World Cup event in France

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/11 at 11:27 am

SNOOKER:

Mark Williams leads John Higgins 9-7 after two sessions of their World Championship semi-final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/11 at 2:44 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Jamie Peacock stars as Leeds win 48-6 at Castleford in Super League

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/11 at 4:16 pm

SNOOKER:

Ding Junhui & Judd Trump go into Saturday's final session of World Championship semi tied 12-12

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/30/11 at 4:47 am

GOLF:

Bad weather ends day in Ballantine's Ch'ship; Jimenez & Rumford lead at -10 after 9, Westwood -6 after 12

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/30/11 at 1:28 pm

WORLD SNOOKER:

Judd Trump, 21, beats Ding Junhui 17-15 in high-class semi to reach Crucible final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/30/11 at 1:29 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Dunfermline are promoted to Scottish Premier League after 2-0 victory at Morton

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/01/11 at 3:18 am

GOLF:

Lee Westwood wins Ballantine's Ch'ship by one from Miguel Angel Jimenez. Westwood still world no. 1

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/01/11 at 3:18 am

SNOOKER:

John Higgins beats Mark Williams 17-14 to reach World Championship final against Judd Trump

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/01/11 at 4:28 pm

BOXING:

Former boxer Sir Henry Cooper has died aged 76 at his son's house in Oxted, Surrey

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/01/11 at 4:29 pm

SNOOKER:

Former snooker commentator Ted Lowe has died at 90, the BBC has learned.

Lowe, born in Berkshire, became a household name through the hit television show Pot Black in 1969 and retired after the 1996 world final.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/01/11 at 4:44 pm

BOXING:

Former boxer Sir Henry Cooper has died aged 76 at his son's house in Oxted, Surrey

HENRY COOPER:

"What a great man he was" - former world featherweight champion Barry McGuigan

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/01/11 at 4:45 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Celtic left-back Emilio Izaguirre named as PFA Scotland's player of the year

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/01/11 at 4:45 pm

TENNIS:

Novak Djokovic wins Serbia Open final to extend his perfect 2011 run to 27 games unbeaten

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/01/11 at 5:10 pm

BOXING:

Former boxer Sir Henry Cooper has died aged 76 at his son's house in Oxted, Surrey

HENRY COOPER:

"He was the nation's favourite boxer" - promoter Barry Hearn

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/02/11 at 7:45 am

FOOTBALL:

Bayer Leverkusen defender and former Liverpool captain Sami Hyypia retires aged 37

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/02/11 at 7:46 am

RUGBY UNION:

Wasps sign England hooker Steve Thompson from Leeds

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/02/11 at 7:47 am

FORMULA 1:

Decision expected by Tuesday on whether postponed Bahrain GP will be rescheduled this year

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/02/11 at 10:44 am

WORLD SNOOKER :

John Higgins wins last four frames of session to take 13-12 lead into final session of final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/02/11 at 10:45 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Hull snatch a 24-24 draw against St Helens to deny Saints top spot in Super League

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/02/11 at 11:48 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Hamilton beat St Mirren 1-0 to keep alive their slim hopes of avoiding relegation

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/02/11 at 12:13 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray is set to return at this week's Madrid Open after revealing he has been able to practise for the last week following an elbow injury.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/02/11 at 3:18 pm

TENNIS:

Maria Sharapova beats fellow Russian Ekaterina Makarova 6-3 3-6 6-1 to reach round three at the Madrid Open.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/03/11 at 1:27 am

WORLD SNOOKER :

John Higgins comes from 12-9 down to beat 21-year-old Judd Trump 18-15 and win his fourth World Championship crown at the Crucible.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/03/11 at 3:17 pm

FORMULA 1:

Rupert Murdoch's News Corp and an Italian investment company working on bid to takeover F1

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/03/11 at 3:17 pm

RUGBY UNION:

England international Delon Armitage banned for three weeks for striking Stephen Myler

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/03/11 at 3:23 pm

UEFA Champions League (football): LATEST

Barcelona 1-1 Real Madrid (agg 3-1)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/03/11 at 3:43 pm

UEFA Champions League (football):

FULL-TIME

Barcelona 1-1 Real Madrid (agg 3-1)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/03/11 at 3:44 pm

UEFA Champions League (football):

FULL-TIME

Barcelona 1-1 Real Madrid (agg 3-1)
BARCELONA BEAT REAL MADRID 3-1 ON AGGREGATE TO REACH THE CHAMPIONS LEAGUE FINAL

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/04/11 at 3:57 am

TAEKWONDO:

Great Britain's Jade Jones wins silver medal in -57kg category at World Championships

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/04/11 at 9:02 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

St Helens sign former Australia forward Anthony Laffranchi, 30, from Gold Coast Titans

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/04/11 at 9:02 am

FOOTBALL:

Fifa to hold two-stage testing programme for goal-line technology in July 2012

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/04/11 at 9:03 am

FOOTBALL:

Fifa to hold two-stage testing programme for goal-line technology in July 2012
At long last

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/04/11 at 9:58 am

HORSE RACING:
Overturn led from start to finish to lift the Chester Cup for Grand National-winning trainer Donald McCain.

The 11-2 shot burst out of stall one under Eddie Ahern and only Tastahil was able to keep him in his sights.

Tastahil finished second, with Mystery Star third and Mount Athos fourth.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/04/11 at 10:19 am

TENNIS:

Britain's Andy Murray takes on Frenchman Gilles Simon in the second round of the Madrid Open.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/04/11 at 12:43 pm

HORSE RACING:

Follow The Plan (20-1) was the surprise winner of the Guinness Gold Cup at Punchestown, with Kauto Star pulled up.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/04/11 at 12:51 pm

FORMULA1:

Eddie Jordan has said that a possible bid from Rupert Murdoch's News Corporation to take control of Formula 1 would face major problems at present.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/04/11 at 12:52 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray makes an unconvincing start to his Madrid Open campaign following an 6-4 3-6 6-0 second-round victory over Gilles Simon.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/11 at 1:21 am

TENNIS:

World number one Rafael Nadal and second seed Novak Djokovic extended their winning runs with second-round victories at the Madrid Open.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/11 at 6:32 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Inverness Caledonian Thistle beat Celtic 3-2 in Scottish Premier League

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/11 at 7:39 am

HORSE RACING:

Record-breaking steeplechaser Kauto Star is close to rerirement, says his owner

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/11 at 7:39 am

TENNIS:

Germany's Julia Goerges beats world number one Caroline Wozniacki for second time in two weeks

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/11 at 7:41 am

TENNIS:

Kim Clijsters has failed to recover from an ankle injury in time to play in next week's Italian Open but is back in training ahead of the French Open.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/11 at 7:57 am

HORSE RACING:

Five spectators were injured after a race horse hurdled the wrong fence and landed in the crowd at a steeplechase in Australia.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/11 at 8:23 am

TENNIS:

Venus Williams has broken with tradition and entered a warmup tournament before Wimbledon.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/11 at 9:36 am

TAEKWONDO:

Great Britain's Michael Harvey guaranteed at least a bronze at World Championships

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/11 at 9:40 am

TENNIS:

Juan Martin del Potro pulls out with a hip injury ahead of match against Rafael Nadal in Madrid

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/11 at 10:36 am

HORSE RACING:

Treasure Beach wins Chester Vase ahead of favourite Nathaniel

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/11 at 11:56 am

HORSE RACING:

The mare Quevega wins the World Series Hurdle at Punchestown

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/11 at 12:56 pm

TENNIS:

Britain's Andy Murray plays Brazilian Thomaz Bellucci for a quarter-final spot in the Madrid Open.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/11 at 2:30 pm

TENNIS:

Britain's Andy Murray plays Brazilian Thomaz Bellucci for a quarter-final spot in the Madrid Open.
Andy Murray loses 6-4 6-2 to Brazil's Thomaz Bellucci in the third round of the Madrid Open

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/11 at 1:36 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Craig Whyte's proposed takeover of Rangers delayed by 'technical issues'

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/11 at 3:52 am

FORMULA 1:

Fernando Alonso quickest in first practice for Turkish Grand Prix as Sebastian Vettel spins out

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/11 at 5:28 am

GOLF:

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy scores a disappointing 75 as he begins his defence of the Wells Fargo Championship.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/11 at 5:30 am

TENNIS:

Andy Murray is unlikely to have a permanent coach in place until after Wimbledon, despite previously stating he wanted to appoint someone before the tournament.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/11 at 5:58 am

GOLF:

The family of golfer Seve Ballesteros release a statement saying his condition has worsened

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/11 at 8:20 am

FORMULA1:

In practice today, Jenson Button set the pace for McLaren in Turkey with team-mate Lewis Hamilton half a second back in third.

Sebastian Vettel sat out second practice after damaging his Red Bull in a crash during a wet morning on track but team-mate Mark Webber was fifth.

Nico Rosberg was second, 0.542secs and two places ahead of Mercedes team-mate Michael Schumacher.

Ferrari's Fernando Alonso was hampered by a hydraulics issue and finished 1.613secs off the pace in 11th.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/11 at 9:10 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL:

Jose Mourinho given five-match ban and fine for his role in row with Barcelona

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/11 at 10:45 am

TENNIS:

Rafael Nadal into Madrid Open semi-finals after 6-2 6-2 win over Michael Llodra

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/11 at 1:37 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL:

UEFA's executive committee has given its "unanimous support" to Sepp Blatter in the upcoming FIFA presidential elections

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/11 at 1:44 pm

ATHLETICS:

Walter Dix serves notice to rivals Usain Bolt and Tyson Gay by winning the 200m in 20.06 seconds at the opening Diamond League meeting in Doha.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/11 at 2:35 pm

TENNIS:

Roger Federer beats Robin Soderling to set up Madrid Open semi against Rafael Nadal

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/11 at 4:02 pm

CYCLING:

Isle of Man rider Mark Cavendish has his sights set on at least one stage win in the Tour of Italy, starting on Saturday.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/11 at 1:53 am

GOLF:

Spanish golf legend Seve Ballesteros has died after a protracted battle with cancer

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/11 at 7:47 am

FORMULA1:

Sebastian Vettel was uncatchable in Turkey as the world champion captured his fourth pole of 2011 for Red Bull.

Vettel set his fastest lap of one minute 25.079 seconds and sat in the garage to watch his rivals fail to match him.

Mark Webber joined his team-mate on the front row, 0.405secs behind, with Nico Rosberg third for Mercedes.

McLaren's Lewis Hamilton was fourth ahead of Fernando Alonso's Ferrari and his team-mate Jenson Button.

Vettel has looked unstoppable in qualifying all year but this time he knew it as he and Webber opted not to do second runs in qualifying, leaving their rivals to try and fail to better the Red Bull's times.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/11 at 1:07 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Leeds Rhinos through to fifth round of Challenge Cup with 30-20 win over Crusaders

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/11 at 1:07 pm

TENNIS:

Rafael Nadal beats Roger Federer 5-7 6-1 6-3 to reach the Madrid Open final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/08/11 at 1:38 am

HORSE RACING:

33-1 shot Animal Kingdom, ridden by John Velasquez, wins the Kentucky Derby

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/08/11 at 2:13 am

BOXING:

Manny Pacquiao dominated from the first bell to the last to score a unanimous points decision over Shane Mosley and retain his WBO welterweight title.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/08/11 at 8:40 am

FORMULA 1:

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel wins Turkish Grand Prix; 2. Webber; 3. Alonso; 4. Hamilton

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/11 at 4:44 pm

TENNIS:

Novak Djokovic beats Robin Soderling 6-3 6-0 in Rome to set up semi-final v Andy Murray

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/11 at 4:44 pm

SUPER LEAGUE RESULTS:

Crusaders 23-10 Wakefield
Leeds 30-6 Catalans Dragons
Salford 16-32 Hull
Warrington 62-0 Castleford
Wigan 54-6 Harlequins

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/11 at 7:01 am

TENNIS:

Sam Stosur beats Ni La 7-6 6-0 to reach Rome Masters final - will face Wozniacki or Sharapova

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/11 at 7:01 am

TENNIS:

Venus Williams pulls out of French Open with abdominal injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/11 at 7:02 am

GOLF:

Graeme McDowell and Luke Donald two shots off leader David Toms at Players Championship

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/11 at 10:17 am

TENNIS:

Rafael Nadal beats Richard Gasquet to reach Rome Masters final - he'll play Murray or Djokovic

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/11 at 11:02 am

MOTORSPORT:

Casey Stoner secures pole for French MotoGP - championship leader Jorge Lorenzo fifth

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/11 at 11:20 am

HORSE RACING:

Richard Hannon's star miler Canford Cliffs surges to victory at the Lockinge Stakes at Newbury.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/11 at 11:24 am

RUGBY UNION:

Leicester beat Northampton 11-3 in Premiership play-off semi-final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/11 at 11:25 am

ATHLETICS:

Olympic 400m champion Christine Ohuruogu, who races in Sunday's Great City Games in Manchester, says she has nothing to prove despite a 2010 season ruined by injury.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/11 at 1:47 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray meets the flying Serb Novak Djokovic at the Rome Masters with the winner meeting Rafael Nadal in Sunday's final.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/11 at 3:54 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Magners League quarter-finals - Munster 18-11 Ospreys

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/11 at 3:54 pm

GOLF:

Rain and thunderstorms halt play on day three of the Players Championship in Florida

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/11 at 1:35 am

GOLF:

Graeme McDowell shares Players Championship lead with Nick Watney after delayed third round

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/11 at 3:34 am

TENNIS:

Novak Djokovic takes unbeaten run to 38 matches with 6-1 3-6 7-6 win over Andy Murray in Rome

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/11 at 4:13 am

THE SUNDAY TIMES SPORT RICH LIST TOP 10

1 Dave Whelan Football £190m

2 David Beckham Football £125m

3 Johnny Dumfries Motor racing £110m

4 Lennox Lewis Boxing £95m

5 Eddie Irvine Motor racing £80m

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7 Dave Richards Motor racing £58m

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10 Jenson Button Motor racing £43m

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1 Jenson Button Motor racing £43m

2 Michael Owen Football £40m

3 Lewis Hamilton Motor racing £35m

4 Wayne Rooney Football £33m

5 John Terry Football £20m

6 Andy Murray Tennis £15m

7 Joe Cole Football £14m

8= Petr Cech Football £13m

8= Luol Deng Basketball £13m

8= Michael Essien Football £13m

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/11 at 6:34 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

In the final day of the Scottish Premier League season, Rangers go to Kilmarnock needing a win to clinch the title, Celtic hope to pounce on any slip-up by beating Motherwell, and Dundee United play Hearts.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/11 at 6:39 am

RUGBY UNION:

Former England international Ben Cohen announces his retirement from professional rugby

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/11 at 6:40 am

ATHLETICS:

Haile Gebrselassie wins Great Manchester Run, Chris Thompson finishes second

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/11 at 12:33 pm

TENNIS:

Maria Sharapova beats Samantha Stosur 6-2 6-4 to win Rome Masters

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/11 at 12:33 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Super League result - Hull KR 46-Bradford

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/11 at 12:34 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Saracens beat Gloucester 12-10 to reach Premiership final against Leicester

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/11 at 12:34 pm

GOLF:

Darren Clarke wins 13th European Tour title and first since 2008 with victory in Mallorca

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/11 at 12:35 pm

CYCLING:

Spain's Alberto Contador tops Giro d'Italia standings after winning stage nine on Mt Etna

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/11 at 12:35 pm

GOLF:

Graeme McDowell cards third-round 68 to lead Players' Ch'ship by one from KJ Choi & David Toms

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/11 at 12:36 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Rangers win the SPL title by one point from Celtic after beating Kilmarnock 5-1

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/11 at 2:04 pm

FORMULA1:

Michael Schumacher shurgs off speculation about his future by insisting he is still determined to succeed in Formula 1.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/16/11 at 1:16 am

ATHLETICS:

Kenyan Olympic marathon champion Samuel "Sammy" Wanjiru has died after falling from a balcony at his home in the Rift Valley town of Nyahururu, say police.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/11 at 1:30 pm

GOLF:

Lee Westwood and Luke Donald win their opening matches at the World Match Play in Spain

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/11 at 1:33 pm

CYCLING:

Mark Cavendish wins stage 12 of the Giro d'Italia

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/11 at 1:33 pm

BOXING:

Nathan Cleverly's fight against Tony Bellew will not be for world title

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/11 at 1:34 pm

OLYMPICS:

The first 74 locations on the London 2012 Olympic torch relay route, which will start at Land's End, are revealed.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/20/11 at 1:06 pm

WORLD CRICKET:

Date of 4 October set for trial of three Pakistan cricketers over spot-fixing allegations

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/20/11 at 1:11 pm

FRENCH OPEN:

Murray & Baltacha learn their opponents from qualifying - Eric Prodon & Sloane Stephens

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/20/11 at 1:11 pm

GOLF:

Rory McIlroy & Graeme McDowell to meet in last 16 of World Match Play; Westwood to play Poulter

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/20/11 at 1:33 pm

FORMULA1:

McLaren's Lewis Hamilton springs a surprise by running Red Bull close for the fastest time in practice for the Spanish Grand Prix.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/20/11 at 3:36 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Harlequins beat Stade Francais 19-18 to win the European Challenge Cup

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/11 at 9:54 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Hull KR release ex-Australia forward Willie Mason after just six months of three-year-deal

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/11 at 9:54 am

FORMULA 1:

Red Bull's Mark Webber takes pole position at Spanish GP; Vettel in second and Hamilton third

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/11 at 12:41 pm

GOLF:

Luke Donald and Martin Kaymer to face each other in World Match Play semi-finals in Spain

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/11 at 12:41 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Castleford's Kirk Dixon hails his side after they reach Challenge Cup quarter-finals

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/11 at 12:42 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Celtic beat Motherwell 3-0 at Hampden Park to win the Scottish Cup final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/11 at 1:41 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Leinster stage a remarkable second-half comeback to overturn a 22-6 deficit and beat Northampton in a thrilling Heineken Cup final in Cardiff.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/11 at 3:46 pm

BOXING:

WBO light-heavyweight champion Nathan Cleverly will fight on Saturday after new opponent Aleksy Kuziemski makes the weight for their contest.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/11 at 4:20 pm

GB's synchronised swimmers finish in fifth place in the teams free routine final, at the European Champions Cup in Sheffield.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/11 at 12:45 am

BOXING:

George Groves beats James DeGale on points to take British super-middleweight crown

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/11 at 12:45 am

BOXING:

Nathan Cleverly defends WBO light-heavyweight title with 4th-round stoppage of Aleksy Kuziemski

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/11 at 12:46 am

BOXING:

Bernard Hopkins, 46, wins WBC light-heavyweight title to become oldest world champion in history

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/11 at 4:32 am

FRENCH OPEN TENNIS:

Last year's runner-up Samantha Stosur takes on Iveta Benesova on day one of the French Open, with Jo-Wilfried Tsonga, Jelena Jankovic and David Ferrer also in action on Sunday.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/11 at 5:05 am

BOXING:

Promoter Frank Warren wants a rematch for James DeGale after defeat by George Groves on points

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/11 at 5:05 am

FRENCH OPEN TENNIS:

Former world number one Lleyton Hewitt pulls out of French Open with ankle injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/11 at 6:04 am

GOLF:

England's Luke Donald beats Martin Kaymer 5&3 to reach final of World Match Play

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Written By: ninny on 05/22/11 at 10:30 am

Baseball Hall of Famer and former New York Mets catcher Gary Carter said doctors found four small brain tumors after he had an MRI in Florida.

Carter, 57, said he expects to learn more about his diagnosis when he is examined again Thursday at Duke University Medical Center.

There is no word yet on whether the tumors are cancerous.

Carter, nicknamed "The Kid," was a key member of the 1986 Mets team that won the World Series.

The 11-time All-Star player had 324 home runs in his 19 seasons in the majors.

Carter played his last game in 1992 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2003.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/11 at 12:43 pm

GOLF:

Ian Poulter beats fellow Englishman Luke Donald in World Match Play final 2&1

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/23/11 at 1:31 am

FORMULA 1:

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel wins Spanish Grand Prix ahead of McLaren's Lewis Hamilton

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/23/11 at 12:21 pm

FRENCH OPEN TENNIS:

Tomas Berdych became the most high-profile casualty of the French Open to date as he fell to French qualifier Stephane Robert in five sets.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/23/11 at 12:22 pm

FRENCH OPEN TENNIS:

Novak Djokovic enjoyed one of the more straightforward victories of his six-month unbeaten run as he saw off Thiemo de Bakker in the opening round of the French Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/11 at 12:18 pm

TENNIS:

Rafael Nadal beats Pablo Andujar 7-5 6-3 7-6 (7-4) to reach French Open third round

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/11 at 12:18 pm

FOOTBALL:

New evidence appears to back allegations of wrongdoing by Fifa vice-president Jack Warner

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/11 at 12:18 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray moved into round three of the French Open with a scrappy straight-sets win over Italy's Simone Bolelli on a blustery day in Paris.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/11 at 12:57 pm

FOOTBALL:

Fifa president Sepp Blatter is placed under investigation by the organisation's ethics committee over accusations he failed to report the payment of alleged bribes.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/11 at 1:24 pm

Formula 1's Lotus team is told by a judge it can continue to operate and race under the "Team Lotus" name while Group Lotus, which sponsors the Renault team, can use the "Lotus" name on its own.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/11 at 1:32 pm

FRENCH OPEN TENNIS:

Novak Djokovic and Juan Martin del Potro battle it out at the French Open, after shock defeats for Caroline Wozniacki and Sam Stosur and wins for Roger Federer and Stanislas Wawrinka.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/11 at 3:16 am

DIVING:

Olympic diver Tom Daley's father Rob has died, his agent confirms to BBC Radio Devon

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/11 at 3:17 am

ICE HOCKEY:

Boston Bruins beat Tampa Bay Lightning 1-0 in decider to reach Stanley Cup finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/11 at 4:34 am

FRENCH OPEN TENNIS:

Li Na starts day seven at the French Open, followed by Andy Murray and Michael Berrer, Novak Djokovic and Juan Martin del Potro resume at one-set all, with Rafael Nadal and Maria Sharapova all in action.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/11 at 5:59 am

FORMULA 1:

Ferrari's Fernando Alonso fastest in final Monaco GP practice; 2. Button; 3. Massa; 4. Vettel

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/11 at 7:22 am

FRENCH OPEN:

Andy Murray suffers ankle injury during match v Michael Berrer. Continues after treatment

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/11 at 7:48 am

FRENCH OPEN:

Rafael Nadal through to fourth round after beating qualifier Antonio Veic 6-1 6-3 6-0

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/11 at 7:53 am

FRENCH OPEN:

Andy Murray beats Michael Berrer 6-2 6-3 6-2 despite suffering ankle injury in second set

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/11 at 3:35 am

GOLF:

Luke Donald and Matteo Manassero will take a two-shot lead into the final round of the PGA Championship at Wentworth on Sunday.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/11 at 3:36 am

British heptathlete Jessica Ennis makes an impressive start to the Hypo Meeting in Gotzis as she continues her comeback from injury.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/11 at 3:37 am

CYCLING:

Alberto Contador remains on course for victory in the Giro d'Italia despite Vasil Kiryienka clinching victory in Saturday's final mountain stage.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/11 at 6:09 am

FORMULA 1:

Injured driver Robert Kubica could return to F1 this year, according to his manager

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/11 at 7:22 am

FRENCH OPEN:

Women's no. 3 seed Vera Zvonareva beaten in three sets by Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova in 4th round

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/11 at 10:31 am

FORMULA 1:

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel wins Monaco GP, ahead of Fernando Alonso and Jenson Button

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/11 at 10:40 am

ATHLETICS:

Britain's Jessica Ennis wins heptathlon on her return to competition in Gotzis

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/11 at 1:31 pm

FORMULA 1:

Lewis Hamilton given 20-second penalty for incident in Monaco GP but keeps sixth place

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/11 at 1:31 pm

GOLF:

Luke Donald new world # 1 after beating Lee Westwood in play-off for PGA Championship

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/11 at 1:31 pm

FOOTBALL:

Mohamed Bin Hammam & Jack Warner provisionally suspended by Fifa - face further enquiry

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/31/11 at 1:19 am

FRENCH OPEN:

Andy Murray will look to complete a stirring fightback when he returns on Tuesday tied at two sets all against Viktor Troicki in the fourth round of the French Open.

The Briton's ankle injury, sustained in the previous round against Michael Berrer, had been the main source of concern heading into Monday's match but, after a cautious start, Murray hit back from two sets down to level at 4-6 4-6 6-3 6-2 when bad light stopped play.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Henk on 05/31/11 at 8:23 am

I'm guessing no one has seen the Indy 500 a couple of days ago...?

This is what happened in the final lap.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gZc_u2lfOeo

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/11 at 12:06 pm

I'm guessing no one has seen the Indy 500 a couple of days ago...?

This is what happened in the final lap.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gZc_u2lfOeo
Now that looks nasty.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/11 at 12:06 pm

FRENCH OPEN TENNIS:

Andy Murray to play Rafael Nadal in semi-finals after beating Juan Ignacio Chela 7-6 7-5 6-2

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/11 at 12:06 pm

FRENCH OPEN:

Five-time winner Rafael Nadal beats Robin Soderling in straight sets to reach last four

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/11 at 12:07 pm

FRENCH OPEN:

Russia's Maria Sharapova and China's Li Na both win to set up semi-final clash

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/11 at 12:07 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL:

Sepp Blatter thanks congress after winning a fourth term as Fifa president with 186 votes

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/11 at 1:37 am

WORLD FOOTBALL:

Football Association chairman David Bernstein says he did the right thing trying to delay Sepp Blatter's unopposed re-election as Fifa president

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 06/02/11 at 11:00 pm

NBA: Shaquille O'Neal, 39, has decided to call it a career.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/11 at 1:28 am

GOLF:

Rory McIlroy birdies three of last four holes to share first round lead at Memorial Tournament in Ohio

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/11 at 1:29 am

FRENCH OPEN:

Andy Murray semi-final v Rafael Nadal will be first on Philippe Chatrier today

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/11 at 1:19 pm

Rafael Nadal steps closer to a record sixth French Open crown with a straight-sets win over Andy Murray in a pulsating semi-final.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/11 at 2:05 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray is well beaten 4-6 5-7 4-6 by Rafael Nadal in French Open semi-finals

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/11 at 2:05 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray reveals he could pull out of Queen's in a bid to recover fully from an ankle injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/11 at 2:07 am

TENNIS:

An imperious display by Roger Federer sees him end Novak Djokovic's 43-match winning run and set up a meeting with Rafael Nadal, who defeated Andy Murray, in the French Open final.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/11 at 2:07 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Brett Hodgson scores 28 points as Super League leaders Warrington win 56-16 at Crusaders

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/11 at 2:08 am

HORSE RACING:

Kieren Fallon will learn at 0900 BST on Saturday if he can ride Recital in Epsom Derby

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/11 at 2:08 am

ATHLETICS:

Mo Farah sets new British and European 10,000m record of 26 mins 46.57 secs in Oregon

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/11 at 6:17 am

TRIATHLON:

Alistair Brownlee beats brother Jonathan to win the Madrid Triathlon for third year in a row

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/11 at 6:17 am

HORSE RACING:

Kieren Fallon will miss Epsom Derby after court injunction granted against him

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/11 at 9:25 am

FRENCH OPEN:

Defending champion Francesca Schiavone of Italy is staring at defeat against China's Li Na in the French Open women's final.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/11 at 1:07 pm

HORSE RACING:

Pour Moi, ridden by 19-year-old Mickael Barzalona, wins a thrilling Derby, beating the Queen's horse Carlton House.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/11 at 3:30 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL:

Ashley Young's second-half volley rescues a point for an out-of-sorts England as they come from 2-0 down to draw 2-2 against Switzerland in their Euro 2012 qualifier at Wembley.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/11 at 3:31 pm

FRENCH OPEN:

Li Na beats Francesca Schiavone 6-4 7-6 to become China's first Grand Slam champion

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/11 at 12:38 pm

MOTOGP:

Casey Stoner wins in Catalunya to move to within seven points of leader Jorge Lorenzo

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/11 at 12:38 pm

GOLF:

Sweden's Alexander Noren wins the Wales Open at Celtic Manor by two shots

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/11 at 12:39 pm

TRIATHLON:

Britain's Helen Jenkins finishes second in the Madrid World Championship series event

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/11 at 12:39 pm

FRENCH OPEN:

Rafael Nadal beats Roger Federer 7-5 7-6 (7-3) 5-7 6-1 to win the French Open and equal Bjorn Borg's record of six Roland Garros titles.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/11 at 1:27 am

TENNIS:

Queen's Club confident play in Aegon Championships will start on time at 1230 BST despite rain

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/11 at 2:12 pm

MOTORSPORT:

Irish rider Derek Brien dies following accident in Supersport race at Isle of Man TT event

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/11 at 2:13 pm

TENNIS:

Defending champion Sam Querrey beats Kei Nishikori 6-3 6-4 in first round at Queen's

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/11 at 2:13 pm

GOLF:

Colin Montgomerie is running out of routes into what would be his 22nd consecutive Open Championships after failing miserably in qualifying.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: whistledog on 06/06/11 at 9:32 pm

HOCKEY: Vancouver is getting killed this game by Boston 4-0. Oh well, we will let the Americans have this game. We'll smoke 'em the next few to win the cup. It's our game, don't mess with us

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/07/11 at 3:32 pm

GOLF:

Tiger Woods reveals he will miss this month's US Open because of injuries to his left knee and Achilles.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/07/11 at 3:32 pm

TENNIS:

British number two James Ward secures shock win over fourth seed Stanislas Wawrinka at Queen's

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/11 at 1:12 am

TENNIS:

Rafael Nadal defeats Matthew Ebden 6-4 6-4 in his opening match at the Aegon Championships

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/11 at 1:12 am

TENNIS:

Andy Murray beats Xavier Malisse 6-3 5-7 6-3 in first round at Queen's

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/11 at 1:12 am

ROWING:

GB Rowing team withdraw from World Rowing Cup in Hamburg because of E. coli fears in the area

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/11 at 1:13 am

The BBC announces that the men's and women's finals of this year's Wimbledon Championships will be its first-ever 3D broadcasts.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/11 at 2:20 pm

DIVING:

Tom Daley and Pete Waterfield out of the men's 10m Synchro at the National Diving Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/11 at 2:21 pm

TENNIS:

Rafael Nadal defeats Radek Stepanek 6-4 5-7 6-1 to secure a quarter-final berth at Queen's

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/11 at 2:21 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray beats Janko Tipsarevic in 6-4 7-6 to reach quarter-finals at Queen's

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/11 at 2:21 pm

Usain Bolt runs in the 200m at Diamond League meeting in Oslo

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/11 at 2:27 pm

TENNIS:

Britain's James Ward takes on defending champion Sam Querrey for a place in the Queen's quarter-finals in west London.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/11 at 3:19 pm

TENNIS:

Britain's James Ward, ranked 216 in the world, makes last four of the Aegon Championship at Queen's with a defeat of Frenchman Adrian Mannarino, after earlier beating defending champion Sam Querrey.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/11 at 3:19 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Roddick to play Andy Murray in Queen's semi-finals after beating Fernando Verdasco 6-2 6-2

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/11 at 3:19 pm

FORMULA 1:

Ferrari's Fernando Alonso quickest in second practice for Canadian GP; 2nd Vettel, 3rd Massa

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/11 at 3:19 pm

TENNIS:

Jo-Wilfried Tsonga beats Rafael Nadal 6-7 6-4 6-1 to reach Queen's semi-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/11 at 8:41 am

TENNIS:

Andy Murray sweeps aside Andy Roddick 6-3 6-1 to reach Sunday's final at Queen's

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/11 at 8:41 am

MOTOSPORT:

British rider Cal Crutchlow crashes out of MotoGP qualifying at Silverstone

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/11 at 8:42 am

Andrew Strauss, Alastair Cook and golfer Lee Westwood are recognised in the Queen's Birthday Honours list while racehorse trainer Henry Cecil is knighted.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/11 at 10:12 am

FORMULA 1:

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel fastest in third and final practice for Canadian Grand Prix

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/11 at 10:13 am

TENNIS:

Jo-Wilfried Tsonga beats James Ward 6-3 7-6 to book final against Andy Murray at Queen's

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/11 at 11:51 am

CYCLING:

Britain's Bradley Wiggins finishes 6th in penultimate Dauphine stage. Retains leads by 1:26

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/11 at 2:07 pm

British heptathlon world champion Jessica Ennis and the fastest man in the world this year Tyson Gay are in action in the season's sixth Diamond League event in New York.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/11 at 5:23 am

BOXING:

David Haye tells BBC he is adamant about not boxing on past his 31st birthday on 13 October

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/11 at 5:24 am

ATHLETICS:

Jamaica's Steve Mullings beats Tyson Gay to win 100m in New York Diamond League

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/11 at 6:32 am

TENNIS:

Start of Queen's final between Andy Murray and Jo-Wilfried Tsonga delayed because of rain

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/11 at 6:33 am

TENNIS:

Start of Queen's final between Andy Murray and Jo-Wilfried Tsonga delayed because of rain

TENNIS:

Queen's officials say there is 'window of opportunity' to play final Sunday. If not, Monday at 1230

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/11 at 7:56 am

TENNIS:

Andy Murray v Jo-Wilfried Tsonga Queen's final delayed because of rain. No play before 1500

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/11 at 7:56 am

MOTOGP:

Casey Stoner wins British MotoGP; 2nd Dovizioso; 3rd Edwards; Jorge Lorenzo crashes out

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/11 at 9:48 am

TENNIS:

Britain's Elena Baltacha wins the Aegon Nottingham Challenge event

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/11 at 9:49 am

TENNIS:

Covers off at Queen's. Andy Murray v Jo-Wilfried Tsonga final may start but not before 1600

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/11 at 9:56 am

GOLF:

Sweden's Robert Karlsson maintained a one-stroke lead over American Harrison Frazar after Saturday's third round of the St Jude Classic in Memphis.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/11 at 10:05 am

CYCLING:

Bradley Wiggins wins the Criterium du Dauphine - a key warm-up for the Tour de France

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/11 at 10:10 am

TENNIS:

Covers off at Queen's. Officials deciding whether to start Murray v Tsonga final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/11 at 10:17 am

TENNIS:

Covers off at Queen's. Officials deciding whether to start Murray v Tsonga final
The covers are back on!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/11 at 11:15 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Super League leaders Warrington lose 16-18 at home to Salford

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/11 at 11:16 am

DIVING:

Tom Daley finishes second in 10m platform event at National Diving Championships

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/11 at 11:16 am

GOLF:

England's Robert Rock wins Italian Open, his first European Tour triumph

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/11 at 11:17 am

Conditions are wet in Montreal as Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel starts on pole position for Sunday's Canadian Grand Prix, with the German bidding for his sixth win of the season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/11 at 1:01 pm

FORMULA1:

Sebastian Vettel leads the Canadian Grand Prix, suspended after 25 of the scheduled 70 laps because of heavy rain in Montreal.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/11 at 1:02 pm

FORMULA 1:

Lewis Hamilton retires from Canadian GP after incident with McLaren team-mate Jenson Button

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/11 at 1:03 pm

FORMULA 1:

Canadian Grand Prix is suspended because of very heavy rain in Montreal

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/11 at 1:35 pm

FORMULA 1:

Canadian Grand Prix is suspended because of very heavy rain in Montreal
No real improvement in the weather expected - and it's still raining very heavily at present - the safety car is plying its way around the circuit along with another car. Between them they're trying to push the water off the cambered verges - looks like a slow battle that one.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/11 at 2:48 pm

No real improvement in the weather expected - and it's still raining very heavily at present - the safety car is plying its way around the circuit along with another car. Between them they're trying to push the water off the cambered verges - looks like a slow battle that one.
Breaking news - the race will resume at 2050 BST, under the safety car.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/11 at 1:23 am

FORMULA 1:

Jenson Button wins a chaotic and rain-affected Canadian GP on the last lap from Sebastian Vettel as Lewis Hamilton and Fernando Alonso fail to finish.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/11 at 1:24 am

GOLF:

Harrison Frazar beats Robert Karlsson in play-off to win St Jude Classic in Memphis

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/11 at 2:29 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray beats Jo-Wilfried Tsonga 3-6 7-6 6-4 to win his second Queen's Club crown

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/11 at 2:33 pm

FORMULA 1:

Jenson Button wins a chaotic and rain-affected Canadian GP on the last lap from Sebastian Vettel as Lewis Hamilton and Fernando Alonso fail to finish.
http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2011/06/13/article-2002941-0C89BD6D00000578-847_468x438.jpg
Consolation prize: Lewis Hamilton loses out on Grand Prix victory but gets a warm embrace from Rihanna

http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2011/06/13/article-2002941-0C878FD600000578-34_468x514.jpg
Centre of attention: A cameraman hits the ground as Rihanna takes a stroll around the VIP area at the Montreal Grand Prix

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/11 at 2:35 pm

http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2011/06/13/article-2002941-0C878FD600000578-34_468x514.jpg
Centre of attention: A cameraman hits the ground as Rihanna takes a stroll around the VIP area at the Montreal Grand Prix

Rihanna under her Ella ella, eh eh eh, umbrella

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/14/11 at 2:23 pm

HORSE RACING:

Frankel wins the St James's Palace Stakes at Royal Ascot by three quarters of a length

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/14/11 at 2:23 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Scottish Rugby Union chief executive Gordon McKie leaves with immediate effect

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/14/11 at 3:07 pm

TENNIS:

Serena Williams struggles for form but makes a winning return in her first match for almost a year as she beats Tsvetana Pironkova at the Aegon International.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/15/11 at 2:13 pm

FORMULA 1:

Bahrain Grand Prix will not take place this year after vote of World Motor Sport Council

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/15/11 at 2:14 pm

ASCOT:

Frankie Dettori given nine-day riding ban for his use of the whip on Rewilding at Royal Ascot

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/15/11 at 2:14 pm

WIMBLEDON TENNIS:

World number two Kim Clijsters pulls out of Wimbledon because of a foot injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/15/11 at 2:15 pm

TENNIS:

Serena Williams marked her return after a year out injured with a 1-6 6-3 6-4 win over Tsvetana Pironkova at the Aegon International in Eastbourne.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/16/11 at 1:35 am

WORLD FOOTBALL:

England Under-21s draw 0-0 with Ukraine in European Championship in Denmark

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/16/11 at 1:37 pm

GOLF:

America's Ryan Palmer and Korea's YE Yang are the early leaders at the US Open with Ian Poulter, Rory McIlroy and Phil Mickelson all in action at the Congressional Country Club.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/16/11 at 1:49 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL:

Wembley awarded the 2013 Champions League final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/16/11 at 1:50 pm

HORSE RACING:

Favourite Fame And Glory wins the Ascot Gold Cup from Opinion Poll

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/11 at 12:03 pm

ASCOT:

French horse Immortal Verse wins the Coronation Stakes from fellow French horse Nova Hawk

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/11 at 12:03 pm

GOLF:

Rory McIlroy moves eight clear in second round at US Open after two birdies and an eagle after 13

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/11 at 12:50 pm

Olympic tickets:

Around 2.3 million Olympics tickets are set to go on sale next week to people who missed out in the first ballot, organisers announce.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/11 at 9:21 am

HORSE RACING:

Delegator ruled out of Royal Ascot feature race due to soft ground

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/11 at 9:26 am

GOLF:

US Open leader Rory McIlroy to tee off his third round alongside YE Yang

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Written By: karen on 06/18/11 at 10:50 am

Olympic tickets:

Around 2.3 million Olympics tickets are set to go on sale next week to people who missed out in the first ballot, organisers announce.

We have some tickets, but don't know which event they are for yet. The second round of tickets are not available until mid-July I think

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/11 at 11:01 am

We have some tickets, but don't know which event they are for yet. The second round of tickets are not available until mid-July I think
Well done, you can be our Olympic Correspondent when it all starts.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/11 at 4:52 pm

ATHLETICS:

Christophe Lemaitre beats Dwain Chambers in 100m at the European Team Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/11 at 4:52 pm

ATHLETICS:

Phillips Idowu has hit back at claims that he used Twitter to reveal he was pulling out of the European Team Championships in Stockholm.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/11 at 4:57 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Huddersfield go top of the Super League with a 28-20 win over Catalan Dragons

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/11 at 4:57 pm

TENNIS:

Marion Bartoli beats Petra Kvitova 6-1 4-6 7-5 in Eastbourne final to win first grass-court title

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/11 at 4:57 pm

TENNIS:

Andreas Seppi wins first ATP Tour title after Janko Tipsarevic retires in Eastbourne final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/11 at 2:00 am

GOLF:

Rory McIlroy is closing in on a maiden major title with an eight-shot lead over YE Yang going into the final round of the US Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/11 at 1:04 pm

CANOEING:

Liam Heath and Jon Schofield win gold for GB as they retain their European Championships title

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/11 at 1:05 pm

ATHLETICS:

Heptathlete Jessica Ennis wins long jump final in Manchester as she continues comeback

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/11 at 1:05 pm

WIMBLEDON TENNIS:

Rafael Nadal, Francesca Schiavone & Andy Murray to feature on Centre Court on Monday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/11 at 3:00 pm

GOLF:

Rory McIlroy starts his final round at the US Open with an eight-shot lead over YE Yang as 72 players fight it out at Congressional.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/11 at 1:21 am

US Open final-round leaderboard

-16: R McIlroy (NI)
-8: J Day (Aus)
-6: K Chappell (US), R Garrigus (US), L Westwood (Eng), YE Yang (Kor)
-5: P Hanson (Swe), S Garcia (Spa)
-4: C Schwartzel (SA), L Oosthuizen (SA)
Selected others: -2: G McDowell (NI)
-1: S Stricker (US)
+3: M Kaymer (Ger)
+5: L Donald (Eng), P Harrington (Ire)
+7: P Mickelson (US), M Manassero (Ita)
+9 : B Watson (US)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/11 at 12:30 pm

WIMBLEDON TENNIS:

It was one heck of a battle but Francesca Schiavone has finally completed a 6-4 1-6 6-3 win over Jelena Dokic in two hours and three minutes. It began under the last of the day's sunsine, and ended under the roof, but the Italian is into round two where she will play Barbora Zahlavova Strycova of the Czech Republic or Canda's Aleksandra Wozniak.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/11 at 12:31 pm

WIMBLEDON TENNIS:

Venus Williams, into Round Two after her comfortable win over Akgul Amanmuradova, describes her latest outfit - but doesn't really clear up whether it is a dress or playsuit

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/11 at 12:34 pm

WIMBLEDON TENNIS:

Andy Murray will be on court in the next few minutes.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/11 at 1:28 pm

WIMBLEDON TENNIS:

FIRST SET
Murray 4-6 Gimeno-Traver

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Written By: nally on 06/20/11 at 1:30 pm

GOLF:

Rory McIlroy starts his final round at the US Open with an eight-shot lead over YE Yang as 72 players fight it out at Congressional.

US Open final-round leaderboard

-16: R McIlroy (NI)
-8: J Day (Aus)
-6: K Chappell (US), R Garrigus (US), L Westwood (Eng), YE Yang (Kor)
-5: P Hanson (Swe), S Garcia (Spa)
-4: C Schwartzel (SA), L Oosthuizen (SA)
Selected others: -2: G McDowell (NI)
-1: S Stricker (US)
+3: M Kaymer (Ger)
+5: L Donald (Eng), P Harrington (Ire)
+7: P Mickelson (US), M Manassero (Ita)
+9 : B Watson (US)

I was watching parts of that on the TV yesterday.

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Written By: karen on 06/22/11 at 10:43 am

We have some tickets, but don't know which event they are for yet. The second round of tickets are not available until mid-July I think

We got tickets to watch one session of the table tennis

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/11 at 2:59 pm

We got tickets to watch one session of the table tennis
Not the 100m final?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/11 at 3:04 pm

WIMBLEDON:

GB's Laura Robson beats Angelique Kerber 4-6 7-6 (7-4) 6-3 to reach second round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/11 at 3:05 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Andy Murray beats Tobias Kamke 6-3 6-3 7-5 to reach the third round in style

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/11 at 3:05 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Anne Keothavong beaten 6-2 6-1 by eighth seed Petra Kvitova in second round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/11 at 1:45 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Fifth seed Robin Soderling beats Lleyton Hewitt in five-set thriller on Centre Court

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/11 at 1:45 pm

BASKETBALL:

GB women beaten 64-63 by Lithuania in second round of Women's European Championship

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/11 at 1:45 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Laura Robson's match with Maria Sharapova cancelled for Thursday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/11 at 1:46 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Roger Federer takes on Adrian Mannarino on day four at Wimbledon after Sabine Lisicki knocks out third seed Li Na, while Novak Djokovic and Serena Williams reach round three and Laura Robson and Elena Baltacha's matches are held over until Friday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/11 at 1:53 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Andy Murray takes on Ivan Ljubicic under the Centre Court roof for a place in the fourth round of Wimbledon.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/11 at 1:53 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Andy Murray takes on Ivan Ljubicic under the Centre Court roof for a place in the fourth round of Wimbledon.
I should be watching it.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/11 at 1:53 pm

MOTOGP:

Italy's Marco Simoncelli on pole from Ben Spies & Casey Stoner for Saturday's Dutch MotoGP

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/11 at 1:54 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Maria Sharapova fights back to beat Laura Robson 7-6 6-3 in round two

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/11 at 1:54 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Feliciano Lopez beats eighth seed Andy Roddick in straight sets to reach fourth round

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/11 at 1:55 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Feliciano Lopez beats eighth seed Andy Roddick in straight sets to reach fourth round
Sensational!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/11 at 4:00 pm

WIMBLEDON:

British number one Andy Murray beats Ivan Ljubicic in four sets to reach the fourth round at Wimbledon.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/11 at 4:10 pm

FORMULA1:

Ferrari's Fernando Alonso edged out his McLaren and Red Bull rivals to lead the field in Friday practice for the European Grand Prix in Valencia.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/11 at 5:07 am

ATHLETICS:

Paula Radcliffe will run in Berlin marathon in September as she looks to book a spot for 2012

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/11 at 5:08 am

ATHLETICS:

Sprinter Tyson Gay set to miss World Championships after pulling out of US trials with hip injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/11 at 5:08 am

FORMULA 1:

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel fastest in final European GP practice; 2. Alonso; 3. Massa; 4. Webber

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/11 at 9:12 am

WIMBLEDON:

Defending champion Rafael Nadal beats Gilles Muller in straight sets to make last 16

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/11 at 9:13 am

WIMBLEDON:

Fifth seed Maria Sharapova beats Klara Zakopalova 6-2 6-3 to reach last 16

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/11 at 3:16 pm

WIMBLEDON:

A group of 14 people planning to hold a demonstration at Wimbledon in south-west London have been stopped.

Gates were opened after a 45-minute delay as a democracy campaign group tried to smuggle banners and paint inside the venue.

Organisers feared the Spanish activists, wearing yellow T-shirts, planned to target Rafael Nadal's match.

The protesters were denied entry as they queued to enter at about 1030 BST, the Metropolitan Police said.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/11 at 3:18 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Qualifier Bernard Tomic beats fifth seed Robin Soderling in straight sets to reach round four

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/11 at 3:18 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Roger Federer beats David Nalbandian in straight sets on Centre Court to reach fourth round

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/11 at 3:18 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Serena Williams beats Maria Kirilenko 6-3 6-2 on Court One to reach last 16

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/11 at 3:19 pm

MOTOGP:

American Ben Spies wins his first MotoGP at Assen. Casey Stoner second; extends lead in Chamionship

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/11 at 3:19 pm

FORMULA 1:

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel takes pole for European GP; 2. Webber; 3. Hamilton; 4. Alonso

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/11 at 3:48 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Second seed Novak Djokovic beats Marcos Baghdatis in four sets to reach fourth round

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/11 at 3:59 pm

HORSE RACING:

Favourite Carlton House, owned by the Queen, aims to make up for the disappointment of failing to win the Epsom Derby by landing Sunday's Irish version at the Curragh.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/26/11 at 6:29 am

WIMBLEDON:

Andy Murray first on Centre Court on Monday v Richard Gasquet at 1300 BST

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/26/11 at 6:29 am

WIMBLEDON:

Andy Murray first on Centre Court on Monday v Richard Gasquet at 1300 BST

That is tomorrow not today!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/26/11 at 7:57 am

HOCKEY:

England and South Korea draw 2-2 at the Champions Trophy in the Netherlands

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/26/11 at 7:58 am

CYCLING:

Lizzie Armitstead out-sprints Olympic champion Nicole Cooke to win national road title

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/26/11 at 7:59 am

LONDON 2012:

Ten percent of 150,000 who applied for tickets on Friday will receive nothing, say organisers

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/26/11 at 8:46 am

FORMULA 1:

Sebastian Vettel wins European Grand Prix; Fernando Alonso second; Mark Webber third

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/26/11 at 8:48 am

GOLF:

England's Mark Foster leads by two shots going into the final round of the European Tour event in Munich.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/26/11 at 1:17 pm

GOLF:

Pablo Larrazabal wins International Open in Munich after play-off win over Sergio Garcia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/26/11 at 1:17 pm

WOMEN'S WORLD CUP (football):

Germany beat Canada 2-1 in Berlin after France beat Nigeria 1-0 in opening match

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/11 at 12:17 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Novak Djokovic beats Michael Llodra 6-3 6-3 6-3 to reach quarter-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/11 at 12:18 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Mike Phillips named in Wales' World Cup squad after apologising for early morning fracas

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/11 at 12:18 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Venus Williams loses to Tsvetana Pironkova in straight sets in fourth round on Centre Court

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/11 at 12:19 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Serena Williams saw the defence of her title come to an end with a 6-3 7-6 (8-6) defeat by Marion Bartoli of France.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/11 at 12:20 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Venus Williams loses to Tsvetana Pironkova in straight sets in fourth round on Centre Court

WIMBLEDON:

Serena Williams saw the defence of her title come to an end with a 6-3 7-6 (8-6) defeat by Marion Bartoli of France.
Oh dear both sisters out on the same day.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/28/11 at 1:04 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Petra Kvitova beats Tsvetana Pironkova in three sets to reach second successive semi-final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/28/11 at 1:05 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Andy Murray second on Centre Court on Wednesday after Roger Federer's match

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/28/11 at 1:05 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Maria Sharapova beats Dominika Cibulkova 6-1 6-1 on Centre Court to reach semi-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/28/11 at 1:05 pm

HOCKEY:

England's women draw with China, meaning they cannot qualify for Champions Trophy semi-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/11 at 1:13 am

GOLF:

Tiger Woods admits he could miss the Open at Sandwich, which starts on 14 July

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/11 at 1:13 am

WIMBLEDON:

Andy Murray second on Centre Court on Wednesday after Roger Federer's match

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/11 at 1:13 am

WIMBLEDON:

Fourth seed Victoria Azarenka beats unseeded Tamira Paszek 6-3 6-1 to reach semi-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/11 at 12:38 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Jo-Wilfried Tsonga comes from two sets behind to beat Roger Federer and reach semi-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/11 at 12:38 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Jo-Wilfried Tsonga comes from two sets behind to beat Roger Federer and reach semi-finals
Tsonga on beating Federer - I don't know how I did it - I'm through and I can't believe it

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/11 at 12:42 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Novak Djokovic beats Bernard Tomic in four sets to reach the semi-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/11 at 12:54 pm

Murray 6-3 6-4 6-4 Lopez

Here we go. Big serve, 15-0; 11th ace, 30-0. 12th ace, 40-0 - loosen the corks - 13th ace, home!

Murray is through to the semi finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/11 at 12:57 pm

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

BBC to broadcast 2014's Commonwealth Games in Glasgow across the UK

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/11 at 12:58 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Maria Sharapova beats Sabine Lisicki 6-4 6-3 to set up final against Petra Kvitova on Saturday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/11 at 1:51 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Novak Djokovic beats Jo-Wilfried Tsonga in four sets to reach the men's singles final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/11 at 1:51 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Andy Murray beaten in four sets by Rafael Nadal in men's singles semi-final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/11 at 1:51 pm

FOOTBALL:

England women come from behind to beat New Zealand 2-1 in World Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/11 at 3:48 pm

GOLF:

Bubba Watson is not happy with security arrangements at the French Open after failing to make the halfway cut.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/11 at 3:12 am

ATHLETICS:

Great Britain's Dai Greene wins the 400m hurdles as Asafa Powell becomes the fastest man in the world this year in the Diamond League meeting in Lausanne.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/11 at 4:16 am

TOUR DE FRANCE:

Starting today, running from Saturday July 2rd to Sunday July 24th 2011, the 98th Tour de France will be made up of 21 stages and will cover a total distance of 3,430.5 kilometres.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/11 at 4:25 am

JUDO:

Britain's Sarah Clark wins gold in the -63kg category at World Cup in Miami

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/11 at 4:25 am

TOUR DE FRANCE:

Starting today, running from Saturday July 2rd to Sunday July 24th 2011, the 98th Tour de France will be made up of 21 stages and will cover a total distance of 3,430.5 kilometres.
Mark Cavendish believes 'ignorance' is to blame for expecting him to win four or five stages at this year's Tour de France.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/11 at 4:58 am

WIMBLEDON:

Former champion Maria Sharapova set to take on Czech eighth seed Petra Kvitova in the ladies' final later today on Centre Court

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/11 at 5:45 am

BOXING:

Britain's David Haye admits all his achievements in boxing would be forgotten if he loses to heavyweight rival Wladimir Klitschko on Saturday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/11 at 6:01 am

HORSE RACING:

The 2010 Epsom Derby winner Workforce, Snow Fairy and So You Think are among five horses in Saturday's Coral-Eclipse Stakes at Sandown.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/11 at 6:19 am

WIMBLEDON:

Britain's Liam Broady plays in the boys' final at Wimbledon.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/11 at 6:23 am

WIMBLEDON:

Britain's Liam Broady plays in the boys' final at Wimbledon.
Liam Broady takes on Australia's Luke Saville

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/11 at 6:48 am

WIMBLEDON:

Former champion Maria Sharapova set to take on Czech eighth seed Petra Kvitova in the ladies' final later today on Centre Court
The Royal Box list is in, and it's a who's who of women of import - Condoleezza Rice, Anne Hathaway, Bille Jean King, Amelie Mauresmo, Martina Hingis, Martina Navratilova, Jana Novotna, Helena Sukova, Maria Bueno. Plus, er, Nick Clegg.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/11 at 6:53 am

WIMBLEDON:

Andy Murray beaten in four sets by Rafael Nadal in men's singles semi-final
"Murray's solution is easy, he has to move up one (or maybe down one) in the seedings, assuming Nadal gets back to One. Then at least he only meets him in the Final."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/11 at 9:13 am

WIMBLEDON:

Britain's Liam Broady beaten in three sets in boys' singles final by Australia's Luke Saville

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/11 at 9:15 am

MOTOGP:

Casey Stoner takes pole position for Sunday's Italian MotoGP at Mugello.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/11 at 9:20 am

HORSE RACING:

The 2010 Epsom Derby winner Workforce, Snow Fairy and So You Think are among five horses in Saturday's Coral-Eclipse Stakes at Sandown.
So You Think edges out Workforce to win Coral-Eclipse at Sandown

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/11 at 9:41 am

WIMBLEDON:

Petra Kvitova beats Maria Sharapova to win ladies' singles final 6-3, 6-4 - her first Grand Slam title

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/11 at 11:04 am

CYCLING:

Belgium's Philippe Gilbert sprints home to win opening stage of Tour de France

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/11 at 11:33 am

CYCLING:

Belgium's Philippe Gilbert sprints home to win opening stage of Tour de France

Defending champion Alberto Contador of Spain was delayed by a pile-up 9km from the finish and along with twice runner-up Andy Schleck, is 80 seconds adrift.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/11 at 11:34 am

CYCLING:

Belgium's Philippe Gilbert sprints home to win opening stage of Tour de France

The traditional Tour de France opening prologue stage, a short individual time trial, was ditched in favour of a longer leg by race organisers in an effort to provide a more exciting opening to this year's Tour and give more riders an opportunity of victory.

And judging by the finish, they will be well pleased with their decision.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/11 at 11:58 am

WIMBLEDON:

The Bryan brothers win their second SW19 men's doubles title and 11th in Grand Slams

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/11 at 12:00 pm

GOLF:

KJ Choi hit a second-round 64 to match the Aronimink course record and take a two-shot lead at the AT&T National.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/11 at 3:27 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Kveta Peschke and Katarina Srebotnik win ladies doubles final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/11 at 3:52 pm

BOXING:

Britain's David Haye admits all his achievements in boxing would be forgotten if he loses to heavyweight rival Wladimir Klitschko on Saturday.
The atmosphere is building inside the Imtech Arena in Hamburg with around 10,000 British fans predicted to be among the 45,000 capacity.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/11 at 3:52 pm

The atmosphere is building inside the Imtech Arena in Hamburg with around 10,000 British fans predicted to be among the 45,000 capacity.
Britain's former heavyweight champion Lennox Lewis is followed into the ring by George Foreman. They were introduced by Mike Tyson. Amazing scenes. The British fans in the arena go wild for Lennox. He's still got it

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/11 at 4:05 pm

Britain's former heavyweight champion Lennox Lewis is followed into the ring by George Foreman. They were introduced by Mike Tyson. Amazing scenes. The British fans in the arena go wild for Lennox. He's still got it
Boris Becker is there, shouldn't he be at Wimbledon?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/11 at 1:30 am

BOXING:

Britain's David Haye loses on points to Ukrainian heavyweight rival Wladimir Klitschko in their world title decider in Germany.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/11 at 1:43 am

BOXING:

Britain's David Haye loses on points to Ukrainian heavyweight rival Wladimir Klitschko in their world title decider in Germany.
David Haye blames broken toe sustained in training for defeat by Wladimir Klitschko

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/11 at 4:12 am

BOXING:

Promoter Frank Warren feels David Haye should retire after losing to Wladimir Klitschko

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/11 at 4:12 am

GOLF:

US duo Nick Watney and Rickie Fowler share lead after third round of AT&T National

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/11 at 4:13 am

RUGBY UNION:

England flanker James Haskell to return to Wasps on a three-year deal starting next summer

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/11 at 4:13 am

WIMBLEDON:

Rafael Nadal can take some measure of revenge for losing his world number one ranking to Novak Djokovic when the pair meet in Sunday's Wimbledon final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/11 at 7:50 am

MOTOR CYCLING:

Jorge Lorenzo wins Italian Moto GP at Mugello; 2 Dovizioso 3 Stoner

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/11 at 8:30 am

Boris Becker is there, shouldn't he be at Wimbledon?
Boris Becker is back at Wimbledon in the commentary box

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/11 at 11:36 am

WIMBLEDON:

Novak Djokovic beats Rafael Nadal to win men's Wimbledon title

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/11 at 11:36 am

WIMBLEDON:

Novak Djokovic beats Rafael Nadal to win men's Wimbledon title

Number two seed wins his first Wimbledon title with 6-4 6-1 1-6 6-3 victory over top seed Nadal

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/11 at 11:53 am

HORSE RACING:

Brown Panther, owned and bred by Michael Owen, fifth in German Derby won by Waldpark

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/11 at 11:53 am

GOLF:

Thomas Levet, ranked 352nd in the world, secures a home win at the French Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/11 at 11:53 am

TOUR DE FRANCE:

Team Garmin-Cervelo win the team time trial to put Thor Hushovd in the yellow jersey

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/11 at 1:02 pm

WIMBLEDON:

Jurgen Melzer and Iveta Benesova win mixed doubles final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/11 at 1:08 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE:

The British-based team had hoped to propel Thomas into the yellow jersey after the 25-year-old's sixth-placed finish on Saturday's opening stage left him just six seconds behind race leader Philippe Gilbert.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/11 at 1:20 am

TENNIS:

Deposed Wimbledon champion Serena Williams has slumped 150 places in the world tennis rankings to 175th - her lowest position since 1997. The 29-year-old American only recently returned from injury and illness - and was beaten by Marion Bartoli in the fourth round at the All England Club.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/11 at 1:20 am

TOUR DE FRANCE:

Britain's Mark Cavendish suffered a blow to his hopes of clinching the green jersey as Tyler Farrar won the third stage, giving the United States its first Tour win on Independence Day. Cavendish was stripped of the 10 points he won in the intermediate sprint for a clash with Thor Hushovd.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/11 at 1:26 am

WORLD FOOTBALL:

Sepp Blatter, the president of world football's governing body, says that anyone found guilty of match-fixing in the scandal that is affecting Zimbabwean football will be given life bans. National team players, including captain Method Mwanjali, told a Zimbabwe Football Association inquiry that they were paid to lose games on a tour of Asia in 2009.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/11 at 1:08 pm

WOMEN'S WORLD CUP:

England beat Japan 2-0 to top group B; both teams qualify for quarter-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/11 at 1:09 pm

GOLF:

Tiger Woods will miss the Open because of an injury to his left leg

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/11 at 2:05 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Cardiff Blues coaches Gareth Baber and Justin Burnell will manage team affairs this season

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/11 at 2:06 pm

Former Davis Cup captain David Lloyd believes Andy Murray's chances of winning a major will improve if he works on his serve and his personal image.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/11 at 2:34 pm

Red Bull have closed the door on Lewis Hamilton, realistically ending any hopes the British driver might have of joining the leading team in Formula One.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/11 at 2:35 pm

THERE will be an impressive new face on view at this weekend's British Grand Prix at Silverstone.
At a cost approaching £28million, the famous old circuit has a new state-of-the-art pit, paddock and conference complex polished and ready to make its Formula One debut having been unveiled in May. The Silverstone Wing took just over a year to build, stands 390m in length and houses 41 garages along the new pit zone.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/11 at 1:12 am

DISABILITY SPORT:

Ellie Simmonds breaks own world record in women's 200m IM (sm6 category) in Berlin

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/11 at 1:12 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Wigan beat Castleford 26-16 to move top of Super League

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/11 at 1:12 am

Mark Cavendish wins the fifth stage of the Tour de France on a day marred by crashes to the likes of Alberto Contador and Bradley Wiggins.

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Written By: nally on 07/07/11 at 12:26 pm

Yesterday it was announced that the 2018 Winter Olympics will be held in Pyeongchang, South Korea.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/11 at 12:37 pm

BOXING:

Former world champion Ricky Hatton announces his retirement from boxing

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/11 at 12:38 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE:

Edvald Boasson Hagen wins the sixth stage - Team Sky's first ever in the race

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/11 at 12:37 am

GOLF:

Lee Westwood and Mark Tullo share a one-shot first round lead at the Scottish Open at its new venue of Castle Stuart near Inverness.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/11 at 12:38 am

ATHLETICS:

American sprinter Tyson Gay ruled out for the remainder of 2011 after procedure on injured hip

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/11 at 12:39 am

FORMULA1:

Lewis Hamilton's desperation to catch Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel is causing accidents and the Briton needs to "calm down", says Ferrari's Felipe Massa

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/11 at 12:40 am

HORSE RACING:

Kentucky Derby winner Animal Kingdom is recovering after undergoing surgery for a fracture in his left hind leg. The colt should resume walking in a few weeks, reports AFP.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/11 at 1:17 am

People who obtained tickets for the 2012 Olympics in the first round sale get an opportunity to buy seats for more events later.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/11 at 1:15 pm

CYCLING:

British cyclist Bradley Wiggins withdraws from the Tour de France after breaking collarbone

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/11 at 1:15 pm

FORMULA 1:

Felipe Massa is fastest in second practice for Sunday's British Grand Prix at Silverstone

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/11 at 1:17 pm

GOLF:

Play has been called off for the day at the Scottish Open due to the poor weather. Scott Jamieson, Graeme McDowell and Peter Whiteford share the lead at -11.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/11 at 1:17 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray is underway in his Davis Cup match in Glasgow and immediately breaks the serve of Laurent Bram.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/11 at 11:26 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Super League results - Hull FC 52-16 Salford; Warrington 28-16 Huddersfield

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/11 at 11:26 pm

ATHLETICS:

Chris Tomlinson sets a new British long jump record at 8.35m at Diamond League meeting

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/11 at 11:26 pm

TENNIS:

Great Britain's Andy Murray defeats Luxembourg's Laurent Bram 6-0 6-0 6-0 in the Davis Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/11 at 1:07 am

DISABILITY SPORT:

Great Britain's Sonar crew miss out on gold at the IFDS World Championships in Weymouth and Portland after a failed protest against Israel. John Robertson, Hannah Stodel and Steve Thomas had to be content with silver.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/11 at 1:40 am

WORLD FOOTBALL:

The Mexican Football Federation says five players who tested positive for the banned substance clenbuterol prior to the Gold Cup in May have been cleared and will not face punishment. The players blamed the test results on contaminated meat.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/11 at 2:42 am

GOLF:

Scottish Open third round delayed until 1400 BST at the earliest because of flooding at Castle Stuart

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/11 at 4:07 am

CYCLING:

Team Sky say they will attempt to regroup and win another stage at this year's Tour de France after team leader Bradley Wiggins pulled out of the event following a crash on Friday that resulted in him breaking his collar bone

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/11 at 4:52 am

RUGBY UNION:

The Super 15 final between the Reds and Crusaders kicks off in Brisbane.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/11 at 4:54 am

OLYMPICS:

IOC President Jacques Rogge says he would be "delighted" if the United States decides to bid for the 2020 Summer Olympics, reports Associated Press. New York failed in a bid for the 2012 Games and Chicago was eliminated in the first round of voting for the 2016 Olympics.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/11 at 5:05 am

FORMULA 1:

Sebastian Vettel fastest in final practice ahead of qualifying for Sunday's British Grand Prix

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/11 at 5:42 am

RUGBY UNION:

The Super 15 final between the Reds and Crusaders kicks off in Brisbane.
The Reds trail the Crusaders 6-7 at half-time in the Super 15 final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/11 at 5:54 am

OLYMPICS:

South Africa is ready to host an Olympic Games after last year's successful soccer World Cup, says International Olympic Committee (IOC) president Jacques Rogge.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/11 at 6:13 am

GOLF:

Scottish Open third round delayed until 1400 BST at the earliest because of flooding at Castle Stuart
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Parts of the Castle Stuart course have suffered flooding and landslides.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/11 at 6:17 am

FORMULA 1:

Qualifying for Sunday's British Grand Prix has begun.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/11 at 6:47 am

GOLF:

Scottish Open reduced to three rounds because of flooding at Castle Stuart, hoping to resume at 1500 BST

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/11 at 7:08 am

ROWING:

Great Britain pair Andy Hodge and Pete Reed have won their semi-final at the World Cup regatta in Lucerne but arch-rivals New Zealand were three seconds faster in the other semi, which does not bode well if GB are to overturn their run of 12 successive defeats to the Kiwis.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/11 at 8:13 am

FORMULA 1:

Mark Webber qualifies on pole position for Sunday's British Grand Prix, with Sebastian Vettel second, Jenson Button fifth and Lewis Hamilton 10th.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/11 at 9:18 am

HORSE RACING:

Tactician (17-2), owned by the Queen, wins the John Smith's Silver Cup at York for jockey Eddie Ahern and trainer Michael Bell.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/11 at 10:01 am

MODERN PENTATHLON:

Britain's Jamie Cooke sets a new long-course world record for modern pentathlon in the 200 metre swim at the World Cup Final in London.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/11 at 10:09 am

CYCLING:

Team Movistar rider Rui Da Costa of Portugal wins the eighth stage of the Tour De France, fighting off a late surge from Belgian Philippe Gilbert. Thor Hoshovd retains the overall lead in the competition.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/11 at 10:09 am

TENNIS:

Andy and Jamie Murray secure a 7-5 6-2 6-0 win over Mike Vermeer and Laurent Bram at the Braehead Arena. Great Britain take a 2-1 lead into Sunday's singles matches

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/11 at 10:43 am

MOTORCYCLING:

Max Biaggi claims pole position for Sunday's World Superbike round at the Brno circuit in the Czech Republic, with Leon Camier the fastest British rider in seventh.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/11 at 1:04 pm

WOMEN'S FOOTBALL:

Extra-time looms in Leverkusen after England draw 1-1 with France.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/11 at 1:12 pm

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Parts of the Castle Stuart course have suffered flooding and landslides.
Play is set to finally resume at the Scottish Open at 1930 BST.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/11 at 1:31 pm

WOMEN'S FOOTBALL:

Extra-time looms in Leverkusen after England draw 1-1 with France.
The first period of extra-time ends with no further goals. England have 15 minutes to find a winner or face penalties.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/11 at 1:47 pm

Play is set to finally resume at the Scottish Open at 1930 BST.
In order for fair play, the Scottish Open is postponed once more.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/11 at 1:48 pm

The first period of extra-time ends with no further goals. England have 15 minutes to find a winner or face penalties.
England lose 4-3 to France on penalties in Women's World Cup quarter-final tie

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/11 at 2:29 pm

In order for fair play, the Scottish Open is postponed once more.
Colin Montgomerie after weather ended the day's play at the Scottish Open: "This is extreme, incredible, just freak conditions, end of the world stuff."

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Written By: Henk on 07/10/11 at 12:56 am

Women's WC (soccer):
Japan shock the world after beating hosts and top favorites Germany 1 to 0 (AET) in the second quarter final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 1:23 am

TENNIS:

GB duo Andy & Jamie Murray win doubles match 7-5 6-2 6-0 in Davis Cup tie

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 5:31 am

BOXING:

Lucian Bute of Canada retained his IBF super-middleweight title by knocking out Jean-Paul Mendy of France in the fourth round at the Romexpo on Saturday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 5:34 am

Women's WC (soccer):
Japan shock the world after beating hosts and top favorites Germany 1 to 0 (AET) in the second quarter final.
Hope Powell says she is considering quitting as coach after England's defeat by France

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 5:53 am

CYCLING:

Rabobank rider Juan Manuel Garate - winner on Mont Ventoux two years ago - was the only man not to start stage nine so 187 riders will tackle the 208km up-and-down stage between Issoire and Saint-Flour, a stage which Australia's Cadel Evans hopes will finally see Thor Hushovd relinquish the yellow jersey.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 6:15 am

WORLD FOOTBALL:

Fifa president Sepp Blatter has vowed a life ban for any players, coaches or referees implicated in match fixing or irregular betting.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 6:15 am

ATHLETICS:

Chinese star hurdler Liu Xiang set a new Asian Athletics Championships record in the 110-metre hurdles on Sunday in Kobe. The former world record holder clocked a new championship best time of 13.22 seconds.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 6:26 am

ATHLETICS:

Today is women's Pentathlon World Cup Final. Fencing done, swimming next. Mhairi Spence 4th, Heather Fell 8th, Freyja Prentice 27th so far.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 6:38 am

GOLF:

Play has resumed at the restructured Scottish Open at Castle Stuart.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 6:38 am

ATHLETICS:

Mo Farah, Philips Idowu and Dai Greene lead the domestic challenge in Birmingham as the Diamond League arrives in the UK for the first time in 2011.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 7:42 am

ARCHERY:

British duo Larry Godfrey and Amy Oliver clinched a bronze medal in the World Archery Championship in Turin, beating Poland in the third-placed shoot-off in the recurve mixed-team tournament.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 7:49 am

RUGBY UNION:

Martyn Thomas stands down as chairman of the Rugby Football Union

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 7:54 am

GOLF:

There is now a seven-way tie at the top of the leaderboard at the Scottish Open at Castle Stuart. Colin Montgomerie has made an early charge and he, Lorenzo Gagli, Mark Foster and Peter Hansen have joined overnight leaders Scott Jamieson, Graeme McDowell and Peter Whiteford on 11 under par.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 7:54 am

ROWING:

More medals for Great Britain in the afternoon session at the Lucerne World Cup event, with a win for the lightweight men's four. There were silver medals for the men's and women's quadruple sculls. Total GB haul: four gold, four silver, two bronze. Only two crews missed out on medals from the 11 events entered.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 8:06 am

FORMULA1:

With 33 laps gone Ferrari's Fernando Alonso leads the British Grand Prix.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 8:12 am

GOLF:

Scott Jamieson has just taken a one-shot lead at the Scottish Open. The Scot is 12 under after two holes.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 8:13 am

TENNIS:

Andy Murray goes one set up in the Davis Cup Luxembourg's Gilles Muller. A break of Muller's serve early on and four love service games won in a row sees him take the set in 45 minutes.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 8:26 am

FORMULA1:

With 10 laps to go in the British Grand Prix at Silverstone, Ferrari's Fernando Alonso leads, with Red Bull's championship leader Sebastian Vettel second and McLaren's Lewis Hamilton third. Hamilton's teammate Jenson Button is out of the race after an error in the pits.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 8:27 am

GOLF:

Scottish Open update. England's Luke Donald and Sweden's Peter Hanson joins leader Scott Jamieson on 12 under.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 8:27 am

CYCLING:

Belgium's Omega-Pharma rider Jurgen van den Broeck crashes out of the Tour de France Sunday after coming down in a mass pile-up during the ninth stage.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 8:40 am

CYCLING:

Reigning champion Alberto Contador struggling so far on stage nine. He crashed for the fourth time in the race so far and, just when he had regained the peloton, and was forced to change his bike. Team Sky's Juan Antonio Flecha is part of the break - currently 7min 20 sec clear.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 8:41 am

FORMULA1:BRITISH GRAND PRIX:

Fernando Alonso wins at Silverstone; Sebastian Vettel second; Mark Webber third

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 8:47 am

CYCLING:

There is some confusion as to whether the pack is racing. Some further information about the two riders - Jurgen van den Broeck and Alexandre Vinokourov - who have pulled out of the race. Van den Broeck finished fifth last year, while veteran Vinokourov - who has won four stages in the past - was riding what was expected to be his final Tour at the age of 37.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 8:47 am

TENNIS:

Andy Murray has won the second set 6-3, his superior serve and speed around court continuing to dominate the match against Gilles Muller, and needs one more set to secure Great Britain's victory over Luxembourg in their Europe/Africa Group II tie

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 8:51 am

FOOTBALL:

Wolves are weighing up a move for West Ham defender James Tomkins after missing out on Matt Mills

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 9:02 am

CYCLING:

Omega Pharma-Lotto have lost another rider from the Tour de France as Frederik Willems has also abandoned the race after being caught up in the melee following the crash at the 102km mark of stage nine.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 9:03 am

CYCLING:

Scotland's David Millar is seeking medical advice after suffering in that big crash and his Garmin-Cervelo team-mate, American David Zabriskie, has already abandoned. Millar was 19th overall at the start of the day but not expected to hold that position in the mountains. Two more big climbs to go, then a couple of smaller ones just before the finish at Saint-Flour. Gap from pack to leaders now down to 6min, with 72km left.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 9:42 am

TENNIS:

GB's Andy Murray defeat's Luxembourg's Gilles Muller 6-4 6-3 6-1 to win Davis Cup tie 3-1

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 12:05 pm

GOLF:

Colin Montgomerie to miss the Open for first time since 1989 after failing to qualify at Scottish Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 12:05 pm

ATHLETICS:

Jamaican Asafa Powell runs 9.95 seconds in the 100m in his heat to advance through to the final at the Diamond League meeting in Birmingham.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 12:16 pm

CYCLING:

Luis-Leon Sanchez wins stage nine of the Tour de France; Thomas Voeckler takes yellow

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 12:17 pm

GOLF:

Luke Donald wins the Scottish Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 12:31 pm

GOLF:

Luke Donald wins the Scottish Open.
Luke Donald closed with a 63 to finish four clear of the field on 19 under par at the Scottish Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 12:39 pm

ATHLETICS:

Triple jumper Phillips Idowu manages an effort of 17.06m in his opening jump in Birmingham.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 1:07 pm

Victoria Beckham has given birth to a baby girl, a spokesman for her husband David has announced.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 2:47 pm

ATHLETICS:

Mo Farah beats a top-class field to win the 5000m at the Birmingham Diamond League meeting

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/11 at 2:47 pm

ATHLETICS:

Asafa Powell wins the 100m in 9.91 seconds at the Birmingham Diamond League meeting

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/11/11 at 5:11 am

GOLF:

Injured 14-time major champion Tiger Woods, who announced earlier this week that he was pulling out of the Open, is set to make an announcement on the Golf Channel on Monday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/11/11 at 5:11 am

David and Victoria Beckham name their new-born daughter Harper Seven Beckham.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/11/11 at 5:24 am

Women's tennis world number Caroline Wozniacki on Twitter: "Twenty-one today :) great to be back home and celebrate with my friends and family :) "

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/11/11 at 6:42 am

THE OPEN:

Rory McIlroy tees off with Ernie Els and Rickie Fowler in Thursday's first round at 0909 BST

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/11/11 at 12:29 pm

BBC sports news correspondent James Pearce on Twitter : "I'm very sad to report that Alex Hay, the former BBC golf commentator has died. He helped me out on so many occasions at major golf events"

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/11/11 at 12:30 pm

CYCLING:

French police to investigate Tour de France crash in which a car sent two riders off the road

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/11/11 at 12:30 pm

CYCLING:

French police to investigate Tour de France crash in which a car sent two riders off the road
It's on YouTube somewhere.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/11/11 at 12:33 pm

THE OPEN:

Former runner-up Thomas Bjorn handed place at Royal St George's after Vijay Singh pulls out

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Written By: Henk on 07/11/11 at 12:50 pm

CYCLING:

French police to investigate Tour de France crash in which a car sent two riders off the road

One of them was Dutchman Johnny Hoogerland, who ended up upside down in a barbed wire fence. He finished the stage (16 minutes behind the leaders, who he had been one of until his crash), regained the polkadot jersey, and needed 33 stitches... :o Lucky for him, today is a rest day.

It's on YouTube somewhere.

Right here...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j45QKl_Bsrg

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/11/11 at 12:53 pm

One of them was Dutchman Johnny Hoogerland, who ended up upside down in a barbed wire fence. He finished the stage (16 minutes behind the leaders, who he had been one of until his crash), regained the polkadot jersey, and needed 33 stitches... :o Lucky for him, today is a rest day.

Right here...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j45QKl_Bsrg
Thanks, and ouch!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/11/11 at 1:16 pm

BOXING:

WBC heavyweight champion Vitali Klitschko says he would be prepared to fight David Haye because he would like to "send him to the floor".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/12/11 at 3:06 pm

GOLF:

US Open champion Rory McIlroy believes he can cope with the weight of expectation on him at this week's Open Championship.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/12/11 at 3:07 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE:

Andre Greipel beats former team-mate Mark Cavendish in a sprint finish to win stage 10

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/13/11 at 6:03 am

RUGBY UNION:

South Africa captain John Smit to join Premiership champions Saracens

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/13/11 at 11:09 am

TOUR DE FRANCE:

Britain's Mark Cavendish defied heavy rain to take the points classification leader's green jersey with victory in the 11th stage of the Tour de France.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/13/11 at 11:10 am

TOUR DE FRANCE:

Andre Greipel beats former team-mate Mark Cavendish in a sprint finish to win stage 10

TOUR DE FRANCE:

Britain's Mark Cavendish defied heavy rain to take the points classification leader's green jersey with victory in the 11th stage of the Tour de France.
Looks like Mark Cavendish is doing well.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/11 at 2:11 pm

GOLF:

Darren Clarke shares the Open Championship lead, Rory McIlroy remains in contention - but a host of British hopefuls are set to miss the cut.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/11 at 2:11 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE:

World champion Thor Hushovd wins stage 13 of the Tour de France after a thrilling finish in Lourdes.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/11 at 2:20 pm

RUGBY UNION:

The plane carrying South Africa's Tri-Nations rugby squad to Australia has been forced to return to Johannesburg after one of its engines failed.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/11 at 2:49 pm

WORLD WOMEN'S FOOTBALL:

USA face Japan in the final of the Fifa Women's World Cup on Sunday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/11 at 2:50 pm

GOLF:

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy on compatriot Darren Clarke, who shares the lead at The Open: "It's brilliant. This sort of golf really suits his game. He's grown up on links and he likes to play different shots."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/11 at 2:59 pm

GOLF:

There will be a some big names missing this weekend at the Open Championship with Luke Donald, Lee Westwood, Graeme McDowell, Padraig Harrington and Ian Poulter all failing to make the cut.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/11 at 3:15 pm

GOLF:

Tom Watson's tee shot on the par-three sixth at Royal St George's bounces straight into the cup to give the veteran a hole-in-one at the Open Championship.

Watson's effort comes the day after his countryman Dustin Johnson achieved the same feat at the 16th.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 1:41 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Super League results:

St Helens 40-18 Catalans
Wigan 48-6 Wakefield
Leeds 20-0 Hull

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 1:41 am

RUGBY UNION:

Judge Jeff Blackett says he will not resign as honorary disciplinary officer of the RFU

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 1:41 am

DIVING:

Pete Waterfield - Tom Daley's partner in world swimming champs - might pull out because of illness

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 3:37 am

TENNIS:

Misaki Doi beats Maria Irigoyen 6-0 6-0 to put Japan 2-0 up against Argentina on the first day of the Fed Cup World Group II play-off.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 4:58 am

GOLF:

England's world number 14 Paul Casey has made a steady start to his third round of the 140th Open at Sandwich. Par for the first three holes, maintaining his overnight score of three over

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 5:04 am

England goal defence Geva Mentor laments her team's display after they lost 49-34 to New Zealand in the World Championships semi-final on Saturday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 6:32 am

SNOOKER:

Ronnie O'Sullivan withdraws from next week's Australian Open because of neck and back injuries

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 6:32 am

ATHLETICS:

French triple jumper Teddy Tamgho is forced to withdraw from the Under-23 European Championships after injuring his ankle during the meet at Ostrava, Czech Republic

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 6:33 am

CYCLING:

Britain's David Millar and Team Sky's Xabier Zandio are in the early break on what could prove to be a pivotal 14th stage of the Tour de France.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 6:33 am

GOLF:

Just one man is under par for the day so far at Royal St George's on a difficult third day at the Open, American Gary Woodland two under for the day, one over for the Championship at Sandwich. The majority of the leading pack are yet to tee off in round three.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 6:34 am

GOLF:

Graeme McDowell, who missed the cut at the Open on Friday, Tweets: "On the couch with a cup of tea and a choccie Hob Nob and the golf on. Would love to be out there. Looks brutal. Won't win it sitting here!!!"

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 6:35 am

WORLD FOOTBALL:

Spanish champions Barcelona agree to loan Brazilian defender Henrique Adriano Buss to Palmeiras for next season,

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 7:02 am

GOLF:

Thaworn Wiratchant of Thailand shoots a six-under 66 to lead by three strokes after the third round of the Indonesian Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 7:02 am

CYCLING:

A total of 24 cyclists are in the breakaway on stage 14 of the Tour de France, including Britain's David Millar. They lead the peloton by six minutes, still 115km to go, a lot of it uphill.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 7:19 am

GOLF:

American veteran Tom Watson bogeys the 11th at Royal St George's, meaning not one player on the course is under par in the third round of the Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 7:29 am

GOLF (The Open):

-4 Glover, Clarke
-3 Jimenez, Bjorn, Kaymer, Campbell

South Africa's former Masters champion Trevor Immelman is out in level par and is right in it at +2. Another one gone for Tom at 12, he's back to +3, although only one over for the day. He's handing playing partner Ricky Barnes his backside on a plate - he's five over today and +7 overall. McIlroy bends one in on the wind from 220 yards at par-four fourth., that's a doozy. Fowler's got some shots, and you'll need the all in these conditions - a low scooter and he brings it in on the wind to the front apron.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 7:31 am

TENNIS:

Top seed Robin Soderling of Sweden has beaten Czech Republic's Tomas Berdych 6-1 6-0 to reach the final of the Swedish Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 7:40 am

RUGBY UNION:

Tight-head prop Joe Rees signs a three-year contract with the Ospreys.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 9:10 am

MOTOGP:

Casey Stoner on pole position for German GP ahead of Dani Pedrosa & Jorge Lorenzo

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 9:15 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

The Scottish Premier League are expected to drop plans to reduce the number of teams in the division to 10. At Monday's AGM the league will instead look at revamping the current structure of 12 by introducing promotion/relegation play-offs.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 9:20 am

CYCLING:

Euskadi's Izagirre leads stage 14 of the 2011 Tour de France by 42 seconds from the chasing group of 16. Less than 30km to go now. Voigt has come off his bike twice.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 9:51 am

GOLF:

Darren Clarke, who's now out in the early stages of his third round, is leading the 140th Open on his own at five under for the championship. Lucas Glover has dropped to three under.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 10:48 am

GOLF:

Defending Open champion Louis Oosthuizen says the combination of wind and rain made his third round at the 2011 tournament "the toughest conditions ever".

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 10:49 am

CYCLING:

Jelle Vanendert wins stage 14 of Tour de France, the first stage win of his career. Thomas Voeckler retains yellow jersey, 1 min 49 secs ahead of Frank Schleck

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 10:50 am

TRIATHLON:

Britain's Will Clarke claims his first World Championship Series podium place after finishing second just behind Australia's Brad Kahlefeldt in Hamburg.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 10:50 am

FENCING:

No Britons make it beyond the last 32 in the European Fencing Championships at the English Institute of Sport in Sheffield.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 10:52 am

GOLF (The Open):

-4 Clarke
-3 Bjorn, Glover
-2 Fowler, Hansen, Coetzee, D Johnson, Campbell

Jimenez gives it some humpty down the eighth as we cut to Clarke on seven - marmalised it, a chance to make hay. 'Leftie' gets them jumping with birdie at 11, he's back up to +1 and very much still in it. Anders Hansen with a sweet saver at 10, he stays two under.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 11:01 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Chris Bridge runs in four tries as Warrington keep up the heat on Engage Super League leaders Wigan by demolishing Harlequins 54-24 at the Stoop.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 11:06 am

GOLF (The Open):

http://static.guim.co.uk/sys-images/Sport/Pix/pictures/2011/7/16/1310823276679/Tom-Watson-007.jpg

Tom Watson shelters under his broken umbrella on the 13th fairway.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 11:17 am

SUPERBIKES:

John Hopkins snatches pole away from title rival Tommy Hill for the seventh round of the British Superbike Championship at Oulton Park.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 11:43 am

ATHLETICS:

Unheralded Hellen Obiri pulls off her second upset of the year over Olympic 1500 metres champion Nancy Jebet Langat in one of the major upsets at the Kenyan national championships

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 11:44 am

GOLF (The Open):

-4 D Johnson, Clarke
-3 Bjorn, Glover
-2 Fowler, Hansen, Campbell, Coetzee

Bjorn to join the lead at 12 - short, but he's hanging in there. Johnson's nicked a hole back at 14 to join Clarke again atop the board, and playing partner Coetzee is in amongst it again with a birdie all of his own. Clarke for birdie on 11... never gave it a chance, but nothing wrong with a par...

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 12:02 pm

WELSH FOOTBALL:

Swansea enjoy mixed results as they play out two pre-season friendlies, boss Brendan Rodgers fielding two different XIs in a 1-0 defeat to Neath and 3-1 win over Port Talbot.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 12:03 pm

HOCKEY:

England produce a second-half comeback to beat Belgium 5-2 and win the bronze medal at the London Cup.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 12:04 pm

GOLF (The Open):

-5 Clarke, D Johnson
-3 Bjorn
-2 Fowler, Glover, Hansen

Glover with work to do to save par, decent bunker shot though. Clarke with a 12-footer for the outright lead... GET IN THERE DARREN! The Northern Irishman moves to five undern par, and he's got the smile to prove it. Glover leaves his par putt right and drops back to -2. Coetzee's let two go at 16... Dustin Johnson curls one in at 15 to rejoin Clarkey...

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 12:16 pm

GOLF (The Open):

-5 Clarke, D Johnson
-3 Bjorn
-2 Fowler, Hansen, Glover, Kaymer

Here's Davis Love on 16, straight into the guts of the green. Dustin finds sand at 17, that could take some escaping from. Mickelson and Tom Lewis stride towards the 18th green, both much-loved by the Kent galleries. Love for birdie at 16 - wanted it to break, stayed dead sraight. Kaymer on the charge! He's been playing rope-a-dope for most of the day and he's just started throwing haymakers - birdies at 13, 14 and 15, the reigning USPGA champion back to -2.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 1:07 pm

GOLF (The Open):

Darren Clarke leads the Open by one from Dustin Johnson as the weather clears for the late starters at Royal St George’s.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 2:24 pm

WOMEN'S WORLD CUP:

Sweden beat France 2-1 to win the third place play-off in Sinsheim, Germany

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 2:29 pm

ATHLETICS:

World Junior champion Sophie Hitchon sets a new British record of 69.59m as she wins bronze at the European Under 23 Championships in the Czech Republic. I

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 3:21 pm

GOLF (The Open):

Open Championship third round leaderboard (par=70)

-5: D Clarke (NI)
-4: D Johnson (US)
-2: R Fowler (US), T Bjorn (Den)
-1: MA Jimenez (Sp), L Glover (US)

Selected others level:: P Mickelson (US)
+4: T Watson (US), S Garcia (Sp), R McIlroy (NI)
+5: T Lewis (am) (Eng)
+11: P Casey (Eng), J Rose (Eng)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 3:36 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL:

Colombia and Peru are scoreless at half time in their Copa America quarter-final in Argentina.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/11 at 3:41 pm

GAELIC GAMES:

Down score three second half goals to beat Ulster rivals Antrim 3-13 to 0-10 in their All Ireland Senior Football Championships qualifier.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/11 at 3:22 am

BOXING:

Kevin Mitchell claimed the vacant WBO inter-continental lightweight title with a superb victory over the previously unbeaten John Murray.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/11 at 3:44 am

DIVING:

Tom Daley and Pete Waterfield through to Sunday's final in 10m synchro

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/11 at 3:44 am

BOXING:

Ricky Burns retains WBO super-featherweight title with first-round stoppage of Nicky Cook

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/11 at 4:33 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL - Rangers skipper Davie Weir, 41, signs a new one-year contract with the Ibrox club, the deal being finally sealed yesterday on tour in Belfast after their win over Linfield.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/11 at 4:49 am

GOLF (The Open):

Englishman Simon Khan has picked up two shots in the early rounds on the final day of the 140th Open at Sandwich, while Stewart Cink has birdied the third. The real movers and shakers not out there yet though.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/11 at 5:46 am

DIVING:

China claim gold in the Fina World Aquatics Championship ahead of Germany, second, and Ukraine third. British pair Tom Daley and Pete Waterfield, who has been ill all week, finish sixth in the final standings.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/11 at 5:46 am

PARA ARCHERY:

Great Britain's Danielle Brown wins her second successive world title by claiming compound gold on the closing day of the Paralympic Archery World Championships in Turin.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/11 at 5:47 am

Leading riders Jorge Lorenzo and Casey Stoner have confirmed they will not take part in October's Japanese MotoGP.

The race was postponed earlier this year following the earthquake and tsunami in the country, and has since been rescheduled for 2 October.

But the star duo have ruled out taking part at the Motegi circuit, which lies just over 100km from the damaged Fukushima nuclear plant.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/11 at 6:10 am

Golf is set to return to the Olympics after a 112-year absence in 2016, and rugby sevens will also be recommended to be part of that year's Games.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/11 at 6:12 am

MOTORCYCLING:

Marc Marquez takes the Moto2 race win in Germany ahead of series leader Stefan Bradl, with Alex de Angelis third. British rider Bradley Smith was looking for a fourth straight podium finish but crashed out midway through the race.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/11 at 6:25 am

GOLF (The Open):

Rory McIlroy's Open challenge could well be over two holes into his final round as he double bogeys the second to fall back five over and 10 shots off Darren Clarke.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/11 at 6:31 am

SNOOKER:

Wales' World Cup hopes are ended as China secure their place in the final in Thailand following a 4-1 victory. China will face Northern Ireland or Hong Kong in the final later on Sunday with a first prize of £125,000 on offer for the winners.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/11 at 7:39 am

SWIMMING:

Russia's Natalia Ishchenko wins her third successive world championships synchronised swimming solo technical gold medal, her 11th world title in total, beating China's Huang Xuechen and Spaniard Andrea Fuentes into second and third respectively at the Fina World Aquatics Championships.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/11 at 7:39 am

HORSE RACING:

New Zealand gelding Clint upsets favourite Better Than Ever to win the S$1.15m (£582,000) Singapore Derby at Kranji Racecourse.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/11 at 7:47 am

MOTORCYCLING:

Dani Pedrosa wins the German MotoGP at the Sachsenring, with Jorge Lorenzo second and Casey Stoner third.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/11 at 8:19 am

CYCLING:

AFP report that Kazakh cycling star Alexandre Vinokourov has announced his retirement on French television, a week after crashing out of the Tour de France with a thigh fracture. Five riders leading the way, roughly three minutes ahead of the peleton, with about 90km of the 192.5 km from Limoux to Montpellier of stage 15 eaten up thus far. Samuel Dumoulin among them.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/11 at 8:21 am

PETANQUE:

Jersey overcame Channel Island rivals Guernsey 30-18 to secure their third consecutive title in the 25th annual petanque inter-insular.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/11 at 10:14 am

HORSE RACING:

Frankie Dettori steers Newmarket 1000 Guineas winner Blue Bunting, owned & trained by Sheikh Mohammed's Godolphin stable, to a last-gasp success in the Irish Oaks at The Curragh at odds of 5-2. Banimpire was second at 8-1 with 5-4 fav Wonder Of Wonders third.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/11 at 10:26 am

CYCLING:

Mark Cavendish secures the 19th stage win of his career and fourth of this tour as he powers home to lead a sprint finish across the line in the Tour de France.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/11 at 11:00 am

TENNIS:

Home favourite Robin Soderling eases to the Swedish Open title with a 6-2 6-2 win over Spaniard David Ferrer.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/11 at 12:12 pm

GOLF (The Open):

Northern Ireland's Darren Clarke wins the Open at Royal St George's

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/11 at 12:15 pm

GOLF (The Open):

Open Championship final leaderboard (par=70)

-5: D Clarke (NI)
-2: D Johnson (US), P Mickelson (US)
-1: T Bjorn (Den)
level: C Campbell (US), A Kim (US), R Fowler (US)

Selected others
+2: S Garcia (Sp)
+6: T Watson (US)
+7: R McIlroy (NI), MA Jimenez (Sp)
+9: T Lewis (am) (Eng)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/11 at 12:19 pm

GOLF (The Open):

Darren Clarke captured his first major title as a masterful final round of 70 gave him a three-shot triumph in the Open Championship at Royal St George's.

The 42-year-old began with a one-shot lead and an eagle at the seventh took him seven under before finishing five under, the first UK winner since 1999.

Americans Dustin Johnson and Phil Mickelson shared second place.

Mickelson briefly made a surge, picking up six shots in 10 holes to go six under but dropped four shots late on.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/11 at 12:22 pm

TRIATHLON:

Australian Emma Moffatt wins the fourth triathlon of the ITU 2011 World Championship series in Hamburg ahead of compatriots Emma Jackson and Emma Snowsill in second and third respectively following a sprint finish.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/11 at 12:39 pm

MOTORCYCLING:

Tommy Hill won race one of this afternoon's British Superbike round at Oulton Park before the second race was cancelled due to torrential rain at the Cheshire circuit.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/11 at 12:58 pm

SNOOKER:

China win the first Snooker World Cup since 1996 after Ding Junhui and Liang Wenbo beat Northern Ireland's Mark Allen and Gerard Greene 4-2 in today's final in Bangkok.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/11 at 1:33 am

WOMEN'S WORLD CUP:

Japan win Women's World Cup 3-1 on penalties after 2-2 draw with USA after extra-time

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/11 at 12:24 pm

TAEKWONDO:

Performance director Gary Hall maintains the hard work will continue in Korea for Team GB's Taekwondo fighters after more medals for London 2012 duo Michael Harvey and Jade Jones at the prestigious ChunCheon Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/11 at 12:25 pm

TENNIS:

Braehead Arena in Glasgow has been chosen as the venue for Great Britain's Davis Cup tie against Hungary in September.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/11 at 12:26 pm

CYCLING:

Belgian rider Tom Boonen, who dropped out of the Tour de France on the seventh stage after an earlier crash, is to return to the road in the Tour of Poland, Quick-Step announce.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/11 at 12:29 pm

CYCLING:

Manxman Mark Cavendish secures his fourth win of this year's Tour de France, and 19th overall, on stage 15 into Montpellier.

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Written By: nally on 07/18/11 at 2:37 pm

WOMEN'S WORLD CUP:

Japan win Women's World Cup 3-1 on penalties after 2-2 draw with USA after extra-time

I saw that on TV yesterday. I was kinda bummed that USA didn't win it, but it's not all bad... in fact, I think it was good for Japan to win it, after the horrible earthquake and tsunami they experienced back in March. They need something good for their country.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/11 at 1:18 am

I saw that on TV yesterday. I was kinda bummed that USA didn't win it, but it's not all bad... in fact, I think it was good for Japan to win it, after the horrible earthquake and tsunami they experienced back in March. They need something good for their country.
I missed watching that match due to having been watching the golf all day I needed a break away from the television.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/11 at 1:18 am

SWIMMING:

Keri-Anne Payne qualifies for 2012 Olympics after winning world open water 10k gold

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/11 at 12:19 pm

OLYMPICS:

Sports Minister Hugh Robertson tells BBC Sport's James Pearce that the London 2012 Olympic building project is on course to finish on time and will be completed under its £9.3 billion budget.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/11 at 12:20 pm

BOXING:

Britain's Carl Froch will fight American Andre Ward in the final of the Super Six boxing classic on 29 October in Atlantic City.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/11 at 12:20 pm

DIVING:

Shi Tingmao led a Chinese one-two in the women's 1m springboard as the hosts remained unbeaten at the Shanghai world championships with five gold medals and five events to go.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/11 at 12:22 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Matt Giteau has been dropped for the Tri-Nations series opener against South Africa, casting doubt on his World Cup role after Australia's shocking loss last weekend to Samoa.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/11 at 12:23 pm

BOBSLEIGH:

Members of the British Bobsleigh team will travel to the Michael Johnson Performance Centre in Mckinney, Dallas Texas to begin pre-season training later this week for 10 days.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/11 at 12:23 pm

ROWING:

Olympic champion Zac Purchase is set to make a return to the British squad for September's World Championships in Slovenia after illness.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/11 at 12:24 pm

DIVING:

Qin Kai and Luo Yutong win the men's 3m synchro springboard diving title at the World Aquatics Championships in Shanghai to take unbeaten China's tally to six.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/11 at 12:25 pm

CYCLING:

World champion Thor Hushovd edges out Team Sky's Edvald Boasson Hagen as Thomas Voeckler retains the yellow jersey in the 16th stage of the Tour de France.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/11 at 2:22 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL:

Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola says the club will "fight to the end" to sign Arsenal midfielder Cesc Fabregas.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/11 at 2:24 pm

CYCLING:

Geraint Thomas signs a new three-year deal which will keep him at Team Sky though until the end of 2014.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/11 at 2:41 pm

MOTOGP:

Former World Superbike rider Ben Bostrom has been handed a wildcard entry to this weekend's United States MotoGP.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/11 at 3:06 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

St Helens sign former Wigan forward Mark Flanagan from Wests Tigers ahead of next season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/11 at 3:14 pm

RUGBY UNION:

The All Blacks have named their team to face Fiji in a one-off Test on Friday. Highlanders' Colin Slade will make his first starting appearance for New Zealand at fly-half with Daniel Carter has been named on the bench. Jarrad Hoeata will make his debut in the second row.

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Written By: nally on 07/19/11 at 4:39 pm

I missed watching that match due to having been watching the golf all day I needed a break away from the television.

I was watching parts of the match, along with the Dodgers game, which turned out to be more of a disappointment.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/20/11 at 1:33 am

I was watching parts of the match, along with the Dodgers game, which turned out to be more of a disappointment.
I was glad that Darren Clarke won the Open for he has been playing for a long time with mishaps along the way.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/20/11 at 1:33 am

ATHLETICS:

Double amputee Oscar Pistorius qualifies for 400m at World Athletics Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/20/11 at 12:05 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE:

Team Sky's Edvald Boasson Hagen claims his second win of this year's race on stage 17

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/20/11 at 12:05 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE:

Frenchman Thomas Voeckler retains yellow jersey despite losing 27 secs on stage 17

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/20/11 at 12:06 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL:

Corinthians pull out of deal to sign Manchester City captain Carlos Tevez

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/20/11 at 3:18 pm

GOLF:

Tiger Woods parts company with long-term caddie Steve Williams

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Written By: nally on 07/20/11 at 6:05 pm

I was glad that Darren Clarke won the Open for he has been playing for a long time with mishaps along the way.

Oh, that must have been the golf. I was watching snippets of that, but not paying close attention. However, sometimes I do watch golf when the program that I am primarily watching goes to commercial break, for I do not like to see commercials anymore; most of them are downright annoying.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/11 at 1:14 am

TENNIS:

Elena Baltacha, Anne Keothavong and Heather Watson in this year's US Open main draw

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/11 at 1:15 am

Oh, that must have been the golf. I was watching snippets of that, but not paying close attention. However, sometimes I do watch golf when the program that I am primarily watching goes to commercial break, for I do not like to see commercials anymore; most of them are downright annoying.
The good thing about the golf on the BBC is that commercials are not shown, therefore it means continuous flow of coverage.

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Written By: nally on 07/21/11 at 11:48 am

The good thing about the golf on the BBC is that commercials are not shown, therefore it means continuous flow of coverage.

I wish it was like that on the stations in the US... although we do get the BBC America channel.

Occasionally I have seen local sports matches without commercial interruptus, but in such cases, there have been no announcers to call the games.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/11 at 1:30 pm

CYCLING:

Andy Schleck wins stage 18 of the Tour de France, Thomas Voeckler stays in yellow

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/11 at 1:31 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Hearts accept £1.5m bid from Rangers for defender Lee Wallace

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/11 at 1:31 pm

FORMULA 1:

Jarno Trulli is replaced by Team Lotus reserve Karun Chandhok for the German Grand Prix

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/11 at 1:31 pm

CANOEING:

Paul Wycherley wins race-off against Olympic champ Tim Brabants to represent GB at Worlds

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/11 at 2:54 pm

Mark Webber has been guaranteed equal treatment by Red Bull team principal Christian Horner after the events of the British Grand Prix two weeks ago.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/11 at 2:58 pm

Open champion Darren Clarke is to receive the PGA Recognition Award in December.

And it has been confirmed that 42-year-old Clarke had already been chosen before his victory at Sandwich last Sunday.

"We had invited Darren to accept this award long before his Open triumph because he had already made an immense contribution to golf," said PGA chief executive Sandy Jones.

"The fact he has subsequently gone on to lift the Claret Jug is testimony to the great talent he possesses and, on behalf of the PGA and our members, I would like to congratulate Darren on his brilliant win because I think the whole world of golf was rooting for him."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/11 at 1:11 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL:

Barcelona agree to sign Chile forward Alexis Sanchez from Udinese for an initial £23m

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/11 at 12:49 pm

GOLF:

Mark Calcavecchia tops the leaderboard alongside United States compatriot Lee Rinker after the second round of the Senior British Open at Walton Heath in Surrey.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/11 at 1:06 pm

London Olympics:

A set of 10 stamps is unveiled by Royal Mail to mark the one-year countdown to the London 2012 Olympic Games.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/11 at 1:13 pm

RUGBY UNION:

The Irish Rugby Football Union has announced that Ireland head coach Declan Kidney and his assistant coaches Gert Smal, Les Kiss and Mark Tainton have all agreed new contract extensions.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/11 at 1:14 pm

ATHLETICS:

Usain Bolt will be in action in tonight's Diamond League meeting in Monaco

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/11 at 1:15 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Celtic boss Neil Lennon has joined Inverness manager Terry Butcher in condemning the early start to the Scottish Premier League season. It all begins on Saturday 23 July.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/11 at 4:08 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL:

The BBC obtains a document detailing claims that Jack Warner handed a senior Caribbean football official a locked case containing cash to be distributed to members of the Caribbean Football Union at a special meeting promoting Mohamed Bin Hammam's Fifa presidential bid.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/11 at 4:09 pm

CYCLING:

Pierre Rolland wins the 19th stage of the Tour de France; Alberto Contador finishes third

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/11 at 1:59 am

BOXING:

Amir Khan & Zab Judah weigh in at 140lb limit for Saturday's light-welterweight world title figh

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/11 at 4:35 am

SNOOKER:

England's Stuart Bingham has advanced to the final of the Australian Open with a 6-2 semi-final victory over compatriot Shaun Murphy.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/11 at 4:42 am

ATHLETICS:

French runners Mehdi Baala and Mahiedine Mekhissi Benabbad seem set to escape any sanction from the French Athletics Federation (FAF) after the duo came to embarrassing blows on the track at Friday's Diamond League meeting in Monaco. Ghani Yalouz, head of the FAF, told L'Equipe: "There was a misunderstanding. I told them to apologise to each other and that's what they did."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/11 at 5:21 am

CYCLING:

The penultimate stage of the Tour de France has begun. It is a 42.5km individual time trial and the riders go in reverse order, so the first cyclist out on the course around Grenoble was Fabio Sabatini. The 167 riders left in the race go out at two-minute intervals, except for the last 21 who start three minutes apart. The last man out this afternoon will be yellow jersey wearer Andy Schleck.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/11 at 5:22 am

CYCLING:

Isle of Man sprinter Mark Cavendish, who currently holds the green jersey for best sprinter, is out on the road to set his time in today's individual time trial into Grenoble.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/11 at 5:46 am

SNOOKER:

England's Stuart Bingham causes an upset by beating former world champion Shaun Murphy 6-2 to make the final of the Australian Goldfields Open in Bendigo.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/11 at 5:57 am

DIVING:

Wu Minxia heads a Chinese one-two in the women's 3m springboard to take the hosts to within just one victory of sweeping all 10 world championships titles.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/11 at 6:27 am

RUGBY UNION:

Australia lead South Africa 15-6 at half-time in the Tri-Nations opener in Sydney.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/11 at 6:57 am

MOTOGP:

Defending champion Jorge Lorenzo records the quickest lap in free practice to set the standard at the United States MotoGP.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/11 at 6:58 am

OLYMPICS:

British Olympians must secure at least fourth place in the medal table at next year's Games or face a reduction in their £120 million-a-year funding, the sports minister Hugh Robertson tells The Times

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/11 at 6:59 am

CYCLING:

World and Olympic time-trial champion Fabian Cancellara sets the early pace on today's penultimate stage time-trial at the Tour de France. Swiss rider Cancellara clocked 57 minutes 15 seconds over the course in the foothills of the Alps to hold the lead after the first 50 riders completed the course.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/11 at 7:06 am

FORMULA 1:

Qualifying for the German Grand Prix is now underway at the Nurburgring.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/11 at 8:29 am

FORMULA 1:

Red Bull's Mark Webber on pole for German GP from Lewis Hamilton; 3. Vettel; 4. Alonso

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/11 at 8:29 am

RUGBY UNION:

Australia defeat South Africa 39-20 in the opening 2011 Tri-Nations match

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/11 at 11:27 am

CYCLING:

Germany's Tony Martin wins stage 20 of the Tour de France, ahead of Cadel Evans and Alberto Contador. Evans now holds a one minute 34 second lead over Andy Schleck in the general classification with one stage to go.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/11 at 11:29 am

FORMULA 1:

Lewis Hamilton is all smiles after an "amazing lap" means he starts the German Grand Prix from second on the grid, behind Mark Webber. The British driver admits he has been hard on himself and his McLaren team but has his "fingers crossed for a great result" in Sunday's race.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/11 at 11:29 am

SNOOKER:

World number one Mark Williams beats former world champion Ken Doherty 6-2 to reach the Australian Goldfields Open. The Welshman will face England's Stuart Bingham who earlier beat Shaun Murphy by the same scoreline.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/11 at 11:32 am

HORSE RACING:

Nathaniel secured a dramatic win in the 2011 King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes in a race which saw Rewilding put down after breaking a leg. Pre-race favourite Workforce put on a late surge, but finished second.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/11 at 12:30 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL:

Asian Football Confederation president Mohammed Bin Hammam banned for life by Fifa after being found guilty of bribery. A Fifa ethics panel has ruled that the Qatari candidate conspired to pay Caribbean officials $40,000 (£24,500) cash bribes to back his ultimately abandoned challenge to Fifa President Sepp Blatter. Bin Hammam is the most senior Fifa official convicted of corruption in its 107-year history.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/11 at 3:06 pm

ATHLETICS:

Teenage Great Britain sprinter Jodie Williams added 200m gold to her 100m title at the European Junior Championships in Tallinn, Estonia.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/11 at 3:12 pm

TENNIS:

Great Britain's top three women's tennis players get direct entry into this year's US Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/11 at 3:37 pm

GOLF:

Looks like no-one is going to catch Alex Noren after he hit a third-round 63 to lead the Nordea Masters in Sweden by 11 shots from Bubba Watson. Meanwhile, Bo Van Pelt and Chad Campbell are tied for the lead at the Canadian Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/11 at 2:08 am

DIVING:

Britain's defending 10m platform world champion diver Tom Daley on Twitter: "This is going to be fun! Thunder storms in shanghai and diving in an outdoor pool! :/ let's hope that it stops raining!!!"

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/11 at 2:10 am

BOXING:

Britain's Amir Khan knocks out Zab Judah in five rounds in their light-welterweight unification fight in Las Vegas.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/11 at 2:43 am

BOXING:

Tyson Fury beats Dereck Chisora on points in British & Commonwealth heavyweight title fight

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/11 at 2:51 am

AQUATICS:

Britain's Tom Daley and Pete Waterfield are in the final of the 10m platform diving competion at the World Championships in Shanghai this morning. The competition was due to begin around 0900 BST, but has been delayed by stormy weather.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/11 at 2:51 am

SNOOKER:

Stuart Bingham, playing in his first ranking tournament final, opened with a 139 break against Mark Williams. The best-of-17 frame final is 4-4 at the interval.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/11 at 3:09 am

CYCLING:

Barring accidents or illness, Australia's Cadel Evans is set to win the Tour de France today as, traditionally, the main contenders for the yellow jersey do not race on the final stage into Paris. However, Britain's Mark Cavendish will be looking for a third successive victory on the Champs Elysees.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/11 at 3:14 am

DIVING:

The delay was short and the men's 10m platform final at the World Championships has just begun.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/11 at 3:24 am

WORLD FOOTBALL:

Mohamed Bin Hammam has alleged his life ban from all football-related activity was decided before Fifa's ethics committee heard his case. "I was expecting it actually,"

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/11 at 3:49 am

GOLF:

Sweden's Alexander Noren takes an 11-shot lead into the final round of the Scandinavian Masters in Stockholm. Noren carded a nine-under-par 63 on Saturday to move to 20 under par. America's Bubba Watson is the nearest challenger

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/11 at 3:50 am

DIVING:

Pete Waterfield's hopes of winning a medal in the men's 10m platform competition are over at the halfway stage of the final. One poor dive in his opening three has cost him dear. Tom Daley's hopes of defending the title he won in Rome two years ago are fading - he is fifth on 251.95. China's Qiu Bo leads the way on 298.40.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/11 at 4:31 am

DIVING:

Defending champion Tom Daley produced a terrific final dive, scoring 95.10 points, to finish in fifth with 505.10 points as China's Qiu Bo took gold with 585.45. Pete Waterfield finished 11th.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/11 at 5:40 am

DIVING:

Qiu Bo's victory in the men's 10m platform World Championships completed a clean sweep of victories in all 10 diving events for China.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/11 at 5:58 am

SNOOKER:

Six-time World Championship finalist Jimmy White on Twitter: "12 mths ago today I lost my dearest friend and greatest inspiration on my life 'The Hurricane'! I miss him so much today will be very hard!"

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/11 at 6:17 am

SWIMMING:

Double Olympic champion Rebecca Adlington wins silver in the 400m freestyle at the World Aquatics Championships. Italy's Federica Pellegrini defends her title.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/11 at 7:39 am

CYCLING:

Mark Cavendish is poised to become the first British rider to win the green points jersey in the Tour de France.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/11 at 7:39 am

SNOOKER:

England's Stuart Bingham beats Mark Williams 9-8 to win the Australian Goldfields Open at Bendigo.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/11 at 10:35 am

CYCLING:

Cadel Evans becomes the first Australian to win the Tour de France

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/11 at 10:35 am

CYCLING:

Mark Cavendish wins the final stage of the Tour de France to claim a historic green jersey

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/11 at 10:36 am

GOLF:

Wales Open winner Alexander Noren of Sweden wins the Scandinavian Masters in Stockholm.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/11 at 10:36 am

TENNIS:

France's Gilles Simon has won the German Open, beating Nicolas Almagro of Spain 6-4 4-6 6-4 in the final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/11 at 10:37 am

FORMULA1:

The 1-2-3 in the German Grand Prix after 35 of 60 laps: 1 Lewis Hamilton 2 Fernando Alonso 3 Mark Webber. Jenson Button has just been forced to retire with a hydraulics problem.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/11 at 11:27 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Leeds beat Hull FC 38-22 in their Challenge Cup quarter-final at the KC Stadium.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/11 at 11:51 am

ATHLETICS:

Estonia's Liina Laasma, 19, went from fourth to first in the final round of the women's javelin to win gold at the European Athletics Junior Championships. It was the host's only medal of the championships.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/11 at 11:51 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

The draw for the semi-finals ofthe Challenge Cup: Wigan v St Helens and Castleford v Leeds. Ties will be played over the weekend of 6-7 August.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/11 at 12:02 pm

ATHLETICS:

Britain end the European Athletics Junior Championships with 15 medals - six gold, five silver and four bronze - for third place on the medal table behind Russia and Germany.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/11 at 12:05 pm

FORMULA1:

Mark Webber has warned Red Bull that they must improve after they lost the last two races to Ferrari and McLaren. "We need to improve the car on Sundays," said Webber. "It's been brewing for the last two races, we need to address it soon. The last two races we've been done and we've not had much to punch back with."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/11 at 12:50 pm

FORMULA1:

Bruno Senna will drive for Renault in the first practice session for the Hungarian Grand Prix on Friday. "It's not very often you get these opportunities with big teams. Hopefully I can do a good job and show the team the potential I have," said Senna who will take the wheel of Nick Heidfeld's car.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/11 at 1:03 pm

VOLLEYBALL:

Great Britain men's indoor volleyball team complete their Olympic test event at Earls Court with a four-set victory over Egypt, a side ranked 80 places above them in the world rankings. Brazil beat the USA in a reverse of the 2008 Beijing Olympic final, but it was Serbia who claimed the gold at the London Prepares Series event, with Brazil second, the USA third and Britain fourth.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/11 at 1:03 pm

ATHLETICS:

GB women win 4x400m relay gold at European Junior Championships in Tallinn

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/11 at 1:20 am

MOTOGP:

Japanese GP will go ahead in October, despite concerns from some leading riders

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/11 at 1:20 am

SWIMMING:

GB's Jo Jackson & Rebecca Adlington fail to reach semi-finals of 200m at World Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/11 at 2:11 pm

SWIMMING:

Olympic champion Michael Phelps finishes second in World Championships 200m freestyle final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/11 at 2:12 pm

CYCLING:

Alberto Contador's doping hearing delayed and likely to be in November, Court of Arbitration says

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/11 at 1:31 am

Events marking a year to go until the start of the 2012 Olympic Games are being held in London.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/11 at 1:34 am

TENNIS:

Anne Keothavong loses to Italy's Alberta Brianti in first round of Citi Open in Maryland

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/11 at 1:02 pm

HORSE RACING:

Frankel beats Canford Cliffs by five lengths to win Sussex Stakes at Glorious Goodwood

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Written By: nally on 07/27/11 at 2:49 pm

SWIMMING:

Olympic champion Michael Phelps finishes second in World Championships 200m freestyle final

Not bad at all.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/11 at 1:17 am

GOLF:

Tiger Woods will return to action at next week's Bridgestone Invitational in Ohio

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/11 at 1:17 am

WORLD FOOTBALL:

Bob Bradley sacked as head coach of United States national team after five years in charge

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/11 at 1:18 am

FORMULA 1:

Sky Sports and the BBC will broadcast F1 between 2012 and 2018 under a new rights deal

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/11 at 1:10 pm

West Brom sign Birmingham goalkeeper Ben Foster on loan for the season

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/11 at 1:10 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL:

Former Germany boss Jurgen Klinsmann is named as the new coach of the US national side

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/11 at 1:11 pm

FORMULA 1:

McLaren's Lewis Hamilton fastest in Hungarian GP practice from Ferrari's Fernando Alonso

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/11 at 1:12 pm

CYCLING:

Great Britain's Shanaze Reade wins gold at the BMX World Championships in Denmark after recovering from a wrist injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/11 at 1:40 am

ATHLETICS:

Jamaica's Usain Bolt wins the 200m in 20.03 seconds at the Stockholm Diamond League meeting

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/11 at 3:16 am

RUGBY UNION:

New Zealand's Dan Carter surpasses Jonny Wilkinson as top point scorer in Tests

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/11 at 5:14 am

RUGBY UNION:

New Zealand score six tries to thrash South Africa 40-7 in the Tri-Nations in Wellington

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/11 at 5:14 am

FORMULA 1:

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel fastest in final practice at Hungarian GP; 2. Alonso; 3. Button

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/11 at 5:15 am

TENNIS:

Serena Williams produces a dominant performance to beat Maria Sharapova in straight sets at the Bank of The West Classic in California.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/11 at 5:33 am

SWIMMING:

Dutch swimmer Inge Dekker wins the women's 50m butterfly title at the world championships in Shanghai.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/11 at 5:33 am

SWIMMING:

Brazilian swimmer Cesar Cielo wins the men's 50m free title at the world championships in a time of 21.52 seconds.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/11 at 5:34 am

SWIMMING:

American Jessica Hardy qualifies fastest for the women's 50m breaststroke final at the world championships in a time of 30.40 seconds. Briton Kate Haywood misses out after finishing ninth fastest.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/11 at 5:34 am

HORSE RACING:

Ruby Walsh is hoping to return to action in September after suffering a crushed vertebrae in a fall at Killarney. The former champion jump jockey incurred the injury on 12 July and has been absent since then.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/11 at 5:35 am

BOXING:

Promoter Frank Warren says Tyson Fury, who wrested the British and Commonwealth heavyweight titles from Dereck Chisora last week, is likely to fight Belfast's Martin Rogan next.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/11 at 5:36 am

CYCLING:

Italy's national Olympic Committee (CONI) has banned cyclist Pasquale Muto for two-and-a-half years after he tested positive for the endurance-boosting hormone EPO.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/11 at 5:37 am

GOLF:

Tiger Woods appoints childhood friend Byron Bell as his caddie for next week's WGC Bridgestone International. Bell has caddied in only three PGA Tour events and was last on Woods' bag at the 2005 Funai Classic at Walt Disney World. Former world number one Woods sacked previous caddie Steve Williams last week and missed the US Open and Open Championship because of injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/11 at 5:58 am

SWIMMING:

American Michael Phelps wins the men's 100m butterfly final at the world championships in a time of 50.71. He has now the world titles in the 100m and 200m fly at three successive championships.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/11 at 6:17 am

SWIMMING:

Briton Fran Halsall qualifies for the women's 50m freestyle final at the world championships as fifth fastest.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/11 at 6:29 am

SWIMMING:

Briton Liam Tancock qualifies fastest for the men's 50m backstroke final at the world championships in a time of 24.62. He was more than half a second quicker than he was in the heats.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/11 at 6:41 am

SWIMMING:

Double Olympic champion Rebecca Adlington of Great Britain is competing in the women's 800m freestyle final at the world championships.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/11 at 6:50 am

SWIMMING:

Double Olympic champion Rebecca Adlington wins Great Britain's first gold at the world championships with victory in the women's 800m freestyle final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/11 at 7:02 am

SWIMMING:

The United States win the 4x100m medley relay. Great Britain finish sixth after two teams are disqualified.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/11 at 7:28 am

GOLF:

Rory McIlroy is in danger of slipping out of contention for the Irish Open title after a miserable front nine in the third round at Killarney on Saturday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/11 at 7:29 am

GOLF:

Open champion Darren Clarke missed the cut at the Irish Open with fellow major winner Padraig Harrington also making an early exit in Killarney.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/11 at 7:42 am

FORMULA1:

Fernando Alonso is fastest so far in qualifying in his Ferrari at the Hungarian Grand Prix.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/11 at 9:00 am

HORSE RACING:

Ryan Moore has suffered a shoulder injury in race two at Goodwood and is off to hospital. Jimmy Fortune replaces him on Crystal Capella in the Nassau Stakes.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/11 at 9:00 am

MOTORSPORT:

Chevrolet driver Yvan Muller claimed pole position for the opening race of the World Touring Car Championship round at Oschersleben tomorrow.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/11 at 10:15 am

HORSE RACING:

Midday, the 6-4 favourite trained by Sir Henry Cecil, wins Nassau Stakes for third time

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/11 at 10:19 am

BMX:

Britain's Shanaze Reade is knocked out of the women's BMX World Championships at the semi-final stage. The 22-year-old defending champion finished last in her semi-final. Colombia's Mariana Pajon is the new holder of the world title, with New Zealand's Sarah Walker second.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/11 at 10:31 am

WATER POLO:

Italy win their first men's water polo world championships gold medal since 1994 following a 8-7 win over Serbia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/11 at 10:31 am

Rebecca Adlington wins gold at the Swimming World Championships,

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/11 at 5:34 am

FIFA WORLD CUP DID YOU KNOW?

* The total of 203 teams vying for one of 31 World Cup spots in Brazil surpasses the 200 who participated four years ago
* The only associations not to have signed up to compete for 2014 qualification are Bhutan, Brunei Darussalam, Guam and Mauritania
* Fifa would not draw Azerbaijan and Armenia together, nor Russia and Georgia, because of political conflicts which they said could lead to fan violence during matches
* Germany has been the most successful team in the last six World Cup qualifying campaigns, with only two losses in 74 matches

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/11 at 5:41 am

SWIMMING:

Ryan Lochte of the United States wins his fifth gold of these World Swimming Championships with victory in the 400m IM in a time of 4:07.13. Compatriot Tyler Clary finishes second in 4:11.17.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/11 at 5:42 am

SWIMMING:

Fran Halsall coming up for Great Britain. She is going for gold in the women's 50m freestyle. Watch the action on this website and on the Red Button.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/11 at 5:42 am

SWIMMING:

Jessica Hardy of the United States wins the women's 50m breaststroke at the World Swimming Championships in a time of 30.19 seconds.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/11 at 5:43 am

SWIMMING:

Therese Alshammar of Sweden wins gold in the women's 50m freestyle at the World Swimming Championships in a time of 24.14. Briton Fran Halsall is fourth in 24.60.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/11 at 5:43 am

SWIMMING:

Liam Tancock wins gold in the 50m backstroke at the World Swimming Championships in a time of 24.50. He defends his world title.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/11 at 6:19 am

SWIMMING:

Sun Yang breaks Grant Hackett's 10-year-old world record in the men's 1500m freestyle final at the World Swimming Championships. The Chinese swimmer records a time of 14.34.14 beating the previous best mark of 14.34.56.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/11 at 6:33 am

SWIMMING:

Hannah Miley of Great Britain wins silver in the women's 400m IM.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/11 at 6:33 am

SWIMMING:

Elizabeth Beisel of the United States takes gold in the women's IM.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/11 at 6:51 am

GOLF:

Padraig Harrington decides he needs a break from Bob Torrance, the coach who helped him win his three majors and whom he has called "a genius".

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/11 at 6:52 am

SWIMMING:

The United States edge out Australia to win gold in the men's 4x100m medley. Michael Phelps now has 33 World Swimming Championships medals. Great Britain finish sixth.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/11 at 7:19 am

TENNIS:

Spaniard Marcel Granollers wins his first title of the season with a 6-4 3-6 6-3 win over compatriot Fernando Verdasco in the final of Swiss Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/11 at 12:10 pm

TENNIS:

Former world number one Dinara Safina will not play again this year because of persistent back pain, the Russian said on Monday. "I'm sorry to report that my back is still acting up and I will not be able to play until at least the end of the year," she said on her official website.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/11 at 12:11 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL:

Juventus announce the signing of Montenegro forward Mirko Vucinic from AS Roma on Monday. The 27-year-old has signed a four-year deal and cost Juventus 15m euros, to be payable over three years.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/02/11 at 1:33 am

TENNIS:

British number one Elena Baltacha beats Melanie Oudin in first round of Mercury Insurance Open

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/02/11 at 1:40 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Jim Jefferies has been 'removed from his role' as manager of Hearts

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/03/11 at 1:30 am

TENNIS:

Elena Baltacha loses in straight sets to Agnieszka Radwanska in Mercury Insurance Open Round 2

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/03/11 at 1:30 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Harlequins centre David Howell banned for six matches for biting an opponent

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/03/11 at 1:30 am

HORSE RACING:

BHA says verdict in case against trainer Howard Johnson will be given on 10 August

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/03/11 at 12:07 pm

RUGBY UNION:

London Wasps sign Scottish full-back Hugo Southwell on two-year deal from Stade Francais

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/11 at 1:28 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Hull KR coach Justin Morgan will leave the Super League club at the end of the season

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/11 at 12:33 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Uncapped Connacht flanker Mike McCarthy named in Ireland team to face Scotland

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/11 at 2:54 pm

GOLF:

Tiger Woods completes second round in 71 to move to one under par at WGC-Bridgestone

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/11 at 2:54 pm

GOLF:

Tiger Woods will play the first two rounds of next week's US PGA Championship with Ireland's Padraig Harrington and American Ryder Cup captain Davis Love III. Major winners US Open champion Rory McIlroy, Open winner Darren Clarke and Masters winner Charl Schwartzel begin their campaign at 1345 local time.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/11 at 2:55 pm

ATHLETICS:

Grenada's Kirani James runs the fastest 400m time of the year - 44.62 - to win the London Diamond League event. "I'm in good shape and on the right course for the world championships," said the 18-year-old.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/11 at 5:28 am

RUGBY UNION:

New Zealand beat Australia 30-14 in Tri-Nations match at Eden Park, Auckland

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/11 at 5:28 am

TRIATHLON:

Great Britain's Helen Jenkins breaks clear in run to win women's Hyde Park triathlon

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/11 at 5:29 am

GOLF:

Tiger Woods found the second round harder going in his return to action at the WGC-Bridgestone Invitational.

The former world number one followed up his opening 68 with a round of 71 to slip to one under for the tournament.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/11 at 9:28 am

RUGBY UNION:

Scotland and Ireland meet at Murrayfield, while England welcome Wales to Twickenham as the home nations step up their preparations for September's World Cup.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/11 at 10:23 am

RUGBY UNION:

Scotland beat Ireland 10-6 in World Cup warm-up at Murrayfield

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/11 at 11:39 am

RUGBY UNION:

Manu Tuilagi scores on his England debut in 23-19 win over Wales

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/11 at 1:18 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Wigan beat St Helens 18-12 in Challenge Cup semi-final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/11 at 5:43 am

GOLF:

Luke Donald cards a 64 to trail leader Adam Scott by three shots after the penultimate round of the WGC-Bridgestone Invitational at the Firestone Country Club in Ohio.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/11 at 5:51 am

It appears as though England manager Fabio Capello is not the only national coach not looking forward to this week's friendlies. France's Laurent Blanc is another dissenter, according to the Associated Press. There are 50 games due to take place on Wednesday, including Germany v Brazil, Italy v Spain, United States v Mexico, France v Chile and of course, England v Holland

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/11 at 5:55 am

RUGBY UNION:

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England captain Lewis Moody plays down his latest injury after limping off in the 23-19 win over Wales.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/11 at 7:19 am

ATHLETICS:

Olympic 400m champion Christine Ohuruogu insists she will go to the World Championships despite coming last in her final major event before Daegu.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/11 at 7:25 am

TENNIS:

Elena Baltacha and Heather Watson both win their opening qualifying matches at the Rogers Cup in Toronto but Anne Keothavong is beaten in three sets.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/11 at 9:52 am

TRIATHLON:

Alistair Brownlee comfortably wins the London Triathlon, brother Jonathan comes third

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/11 at 11:39 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Leeds defeat Castleford 10-8 in extra-time to reach Challenge Cup final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/08/11 at 1:32 am

GOLF:

Adam Scott wins WGC-Bridgestone Invitational by four shots; Luke Donald finishes second

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/08/11 at 12:45 pm

ATHLETICS:

Oscar Pistorius will become the first amputee athlete to compete at the able-bodied World Championships, and Caster Semenya is also named in South Africa's squad.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/09/11 at 10:34 am

WORLD FOOTBALL:

England's friendly against the Netherlands at Wembley on Wednesday is off and other matches are postponed as authorities react to a third night of rioting in London.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/09/11 at 10:35 am

ATHLETICS:

Sprinter Mark Lewis-Francis misses out on individual place in GB squad for world championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/09/11 at 11:57 am

TABLE TENNIS:

Great Britain announce a provisional squad of 16 for the Olympics, which will be cut in February before the final three men and three women are announced in May. Paul Drinkhall, Liam Pitchford, Gavin Evans, Andrew Baggaley, Darius Knight, Daniel Reed, Gavin Rumgay, Chris Doran are in the men's squad with Kelly Sibley, Joanna Parker, Na Liu, Naomi Owen, Hannah Hicks, Emily Bates, Alice Loveridge and Charlotte Carey forming the women's squad.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/09/11 at 11:58 am

OLYMPICS:

More from London Mayor Boris Johnson: "We've got our work cut out between now and July 27 2012 when we welcome the world to London. We've got to rebuild parts of our city, we've got to repair the damage that has been done and we've got to rebuild trust ... but it can be done and it will be done."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/09/11 at 3:24 pm

TENNIS:

Defending champion Andy Murray loses to Kevin Anderson 6-3 6-1 at Canadian Masters in Montreal

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/10/11 at 1:10 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Hull's Sean Long announces his retirement and plans to move into coaching

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/11/11 at 2:07 pm

Rafael Nadal is out of the Rogers Cup in Montreal after a shock 1-6 7-6 7-6 defeat in the second round against Croatia's Ivan Dodig.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/11/11 at 2:12 pm

Tiger Woods returns to major action with a first-round 77 at the Atlanta Athletic Club, while Darren Clarke and Rory McIlroy are paired together for the opening rounds.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/12/11 at 1:17 am

GOLF:

American Steve Stricker equals the lowest round in major history with a stunning 63 to take the lead on day one of the 93rd US PGA Championship in Atlanta.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/12/11 at 12:12 pm

HORSE RACING:

Trainer Howard Johnson banned for four years after horse welfare ruling

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/12/11 at 12:12 pm

GOLF:

Rory McIlroy begins his second round at US PGA Championship despite wrist injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/12/11 at 12:13 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Chris Ashton is an injury doubt for England against Wales in Cardiff on Saturday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/12/11 at 12:13 pm

TENNIS:

Former British number one Katie O'Brien announces her retirement from competitive tennis aged just 25.

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Written By: Tia on 08/12/11 at 12:33 pm

first preseason game tonight! i can't wait until pittsburgh injures the entire redskins O-line.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/12/11 at 12:39 pm

The day after the London 2012 Olympic closing ceremony is predicted to be the busiest in Heathrow Airport's history.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/12/11 at 2:32 pm

GOLF:

US PGA second round - Lee Westwood one under after a 68, Rory McIlroy three over after a 73

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/11 at 6:40 am

TENNIS:

Novak Djokovic through to Rogers Cup semi-finals in Montreal where he will face Jo-Wilfried Tsonga

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/11 at 6:40 am

GOLF:

US PGA Championship - Tiger Woods misses cut after a second-round 73 leaves him 10 over par

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/11 at 7:56 am

RUGBY UNION:

Injured winger Chris Ashton out of England's match against Wales; Matt Banahan starts

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/11 at 10:51 am

SAILING:

Ben Ainslie wins gold in the Finn competition at the Olympic test event in Weymouth

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/11 at 10:52 am

MOTOGP:

Dani Pedrosa takes pole for Czech GP in Brno; Jorge Lorenzo second; Casey Stoner third

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/11 at 10:52 am

RUGBY UNION:

Wales beat England 19-9 in second World Cup warm-up Test in Cardiff

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/11 at 1:31 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Australia win 14-9 in Durban to inflict third straight Tri-Nations defeat on South Africa

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/14/11 at 4:32 am

TENNIS:

Novak Djokovic to face Mardy Fish at Rogers Cup final; Serena Williams faces Sam Stosur in Toronto

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/14/11 at 4:32 am

GOLF:

Americans Brendan Steele and Jason Dufner lead USPGA. Luke Donald and Lee Westwood six back

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/14/11 at 4:33 am

RUGBY UNION:

France 19-12 Ireland in World Cup warm-up match in Bordeaux

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/14/11 at 6:53 am

CYCLING:

Mark Cavendish wins London 2012 Olympic road race test event

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/14/11 at 6:56 am

RUGBY UNION:

Wales centre Gavin Henson has undergone "corrective surgery" after dislocating a bone in his right wrist and is in danger of missing the Rugby World Cup.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/14/11 at 2:08 pm

BADMINTON:

Chris Adcock and Imogen Bankier take World silver medal after 21-15 21-7 defeat in final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/14/11 at 2:08 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Super Lge results: Warrington 66-12 Wakefield; Wigan 52-18 Salford

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/14/11 at 2:08 pm

TENNIS:

Serena Williams beats Samantha Stosur 6-4 6-2 to win Rogers Cup in Montreal

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/11 at 12:50 am

TENNIS:

Novak Djokovic beats Mardy Fish 6-2 3-6 6-4 to win Rogers Cup in Montreal

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/11 at 12:51 am

GOLF:

Keegan Bradley wins US PGA Championship after beating Jason Dufner in a three-hole play-off

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/11 at 12:03 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Wales captain Matthew Rees is out of the World Cup because of a neck injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/11 at 12:03 pm

HORSE RACING:

Grand National course to be modified. Two horses died in 2011 running of the Aintree race

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/11 at 12:39 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL:

LA Galaxy sign Tottenham and Republic of Ireland striker Robbie Keane for an undisclosed fee

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/11 at 12:51 pm

RUGBY UNION:

England Team Manager Martin Johnson says he has a clear idea of the 30 players who will make up his 2011 Rugby World Cup squad but says places in his starting 15 are in the balance after the disappointing defeat to Wales in Cardiff.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/11 at 12:52 pm

ATHLETICS:

Usain Bolt will miss the Weltklasse Diamond League meeting on 8 September, four days after the World Championships finish in Daegu, South Korea, reports the Associated Press. Weltklasse organizers say Bolt is unable to compete in their 100m race "due to a particularly strenuous schedule" at the worlds.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/11 at 12:53 pm

BOXING:

Amir Khan has ruled out the possibility of a rematch with Marcos Maidana, instead favouring Erik Morales as his final opponent at light-welterweight

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/11 at 3:37 pm

TENNIS:

Novak Djokovic beats Mardy Fish 6-2 3-6 6-4 to win the Rogers Cup in Montreal and become the first player to win five ATP World Tour Masters 1000 events in the same season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/11 at 1:02 am

TENNIS:

Andy Murray will try to kick-start his US Open preparations when he takes on David Nalbandian in his opening match at the Western & Southern Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/11 at 1:04 am

TENNIS:

Women's rankings

WTA singles rankings as of Monday 15 August 2011:

1. Caroline Wozniacki (Den)

2. Vera Zvonareva (Rus)

3. Kim Clijsters (Bel)

4. Victoria Azarenka (Blr)

5. Na Li (Chn)

6. Petra Kvitova (Cze)

7. Maria Sharapova (Rus)

8. Francesca Schiavone (Ita)

9. Marion Bartoli (Fra)

10. Samantha Stosur (Aus)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/11 at 1:04 am

TENNIS:

Men's rankings

ATP singles rankings as of Monday 15 August 2011:

1. Novak Djokovic (Ser)

2. Rafael Nadal (Spa)

3. Roger Federer (Swi)

4. Andy Murray (GB)

5. Robin Soderling (Swe)

6. David Ferrer (Spa)

7. Mardy Fish (Fra)

8. G Monfils (US)

9. Tomas Berdych (Cze)

10. J W-Tsonga (Spa)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/11 at 1:20 am

ATHLETICS:

Former United States champion Mike Rodgers tests positive for a banned substance, his agent says, and is a doubt for the World Championships.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/11 at 1:21 am

GOLF:

Keegan Bradley says it feels like "a dream" after beating fellow American Jason Dufner in a play-off at the US PGA to win his first major.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/11 at 12:29 pm

OLYMPICS:

The Olympic Park Legacy Company (OPLC) officially takes charge of transforming the Olympic Park venues after the 2012 Games. Transformation responsibilities, including a budget and scope of more than £300m are moved from the Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA), the 2012 builders, to the OPLC. With building work at the 500-acre Olympic Park in Stratford, east London, nearing completion, this transfer of conversion work means that a single public body will be responsible for the site after the summer of 2012.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/11 at 12:32 pm

TENNIS:

Associated Press report that Roger Federer has approached Martina Hingis about playing mixed doubles together for Switzerland at next year's Olympics.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/11 at 12:46 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Scotland make major changes to the side which beat Ireland for Saturday's visit of Italy

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/11 at 12:47 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Lee Byrne, Leigh Halfpenny & Adam Jones back for Wales v Argentina. Ryan Jones captain

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/11 at 2:47 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Bradford forward Elliott Whitheead gets five-match ban for biting opponent

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/11 at 2:48 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Bradford forward Elliott Whitheead gets five-match ban for biting opponent
Ouch!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/11 at 3:11 pm

TENNIS:

Philipp Kohlschreiber fights back from a set and a break down to defeat a seething Andy Roddick in the first round of the Western & Southern Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/17/11 at 1:27 am

BASKETBALL:

France beat Great Britain 82-60 in basketball 2012 test event at Olympic Park in London

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/17/11 at 12:42 pm

GOLF:

Tom Lewis, the 20-year-old from Welwyn Garden City who led the Open with an amateur record 65 last month, is one of five English players name in the Britain and Ireland side for the Walker Cup match against the United States at Royal Aberdeen on 10-11 September.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/17/11 at 12:43 pm

ATHLETICS:

World high jump champion Blanka Vlasic could miss the world championships - which start in the South Korean city of Daegu later on this month - because of a hamstring injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/17/11 at 12:43 pm

CYCLING:

Tour de France green jersey winner Mark Cavendish will bid to win the road world championships in Denmark next month supported by seven Great Britain team-mates, the International Cycling Union has announced. The Manxman will be aiming to emulate Tom Simpson, who won the rainbow jersey in 1965, with Bradley Wiggins likely to be one of the riders in support.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/17/11 at 12:43 pm

WINTER SPORTS:

Torquay skier Cameron Thomas has finished fourth overall in the British Indoor Grand Prix Series. At the last round of the Series in Castleford, the 13-year-old came third in the under-15 age group. Alongside his podium finish in the series, Thomas took third place in the British Indoor Championship race.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/17/11 at 12:44 pm

RUGBY UNION:

France coach Marc Lievremont has recalled veteran France centre Aurelien Rougerie after a long injury lay-off on Saturday in the World Cup warm-up match with Ireland.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/17/11 at 1:16 pm

HORSE RACING :

Twice Over beats stablemate Midday to win Juddmonte International Stakes at York

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/17/11 at 1:17 pm

TENNIS:

Serena Williams out Cincinnati with toe injury, world no1 Caroline Wozniacki loses to wildcard

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/17/11 at 2:24 pm

TENNIS:

British number one Andy Murray wins his opening match in Cincinnati with a 6-4 6-1 victory over David Nalbandian.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/17/11 at 2:50 pm

BASKETBALL:

Chicago Bulls French international Joachim Noah has told the BBC World Service's Chris Mitchell that British fans shouldn't be too hard on his NBA team-mate Luol Deng, who hasn't shown up for the start of the Olympic Test Event. ''He's been through a lot this season and he needs time to rest,'' said Noah.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/19/11 at 1:13 am

TENNIS:

Andy Murray reaches Western & Southern Open quarter-finals beating Alex Bogomolov Jr 6-2 7-5

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/19/11 at 3:06 pm

TENNIS:

Defending champion Kim Clijsters withdraws from US Open with stomach muscle injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/19/11 at 3:07 pm

TENNIS:

Rafael Nadal is beaten 6-3 6-4 by Mardy Fish in Western & Southern Open quarter-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/19/11 at 3:13 pm

TENNIS:

Second seed Vera Zvonareva reaches the semi-finals in Cincinnati with a 6-3 7-6 (8-6) victory over Daniela Hantuchova.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/19/11 at 3:13 pm

TENNIS:

World number three Roger Federer is on court against number eight seed Thomas Berdych in Cincinnati.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/19/11 at 3:14 pm

GOLF:

Former Masters champion Mike Weir has had season-ending elbow surgery and will be sidelined for three to six months

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/19/11 at 3:14 pm

GOLF:

Play is suspended in the Czech Open because of thunderstorms. Sweden's Mikael Lundberg and Spain's Jose Manuel Lara share the lead on seven under with English pair Oliver Fisher and Gary Boyd and Irishman Damien McGrane a a shot further back.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/19/11 at 3:23 pm

TENNIS:

Eighth seed Thomas Berdych wins the first set of his quarter-final clash with second seed Roger Federer in Cincinnati 6-2.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/19/11 at 5:03 pm

TENNIS:

World number three Roger Federer is knocked out of the Western & Southern Open with a 6-2 7-6 (7-3) defeat by Tomas Berdych in the quarter-finals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/19/11 at 5:04 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL:

New Los Angeles Galaxy striker Robbie Keane remains "100% committed" to playing for the Republic of Ireland despite the distance. "Throughout my career I've always been committed to Ireland and that won't change," he says. "Nothing will change unless the manager of Ireland (Giovanni Trapattoni) tells me different."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/20/11 at 12:50 pm

HOCKEY:

England women beat Belgium 4-0 in their opening EuroHockey group match in Germany

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/20/11 at 12:50 pm

RUGBY UNION:

France beat Ireland 26-22 in World Cup warm-up match in Dublin

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/20/11 at 1:44 pm

CYCLING:

Britain's Shanaze Reade wins the BMX test event at London's Olympic Park

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/20/11 at 1:45 pm

RUGBY UNION:

France beat Ireland 26-22 in Dublin, Scotland beat Italy 23-12 in Edinburgh

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Written By: Tia on 08/20/11 at 3:21 pm

GO SKINS

http://www.sportsblink.com/product_images/sonny-jurgensen-washngton-redskins-autographed-yellow-throwback-proline-helmet-3358883.jpg

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/20/11 at 3:47 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray beats Mardy Fish 6-3 7-6 (10-8) to reach the final in Cincinnati

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/11 at 12:51 am

TENNIS:

Andy Murray faces Novak Djokovic in Cincinnati final later today

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/11 at 5:46 am

CANOEING:

GB's Lani Belcher wins silver in K1 5000m at World Flatwater Sprint Championships in Hungary

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/11 at 5:46 am

FOOTBALL:

Robbie Keane scores on LA Galaxy debut in 2-0 defeat of San Jose Earthquakes

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/11 at 5:46 am

HOCKEY:

England's men beat Ireland 4-2 in group match at European Championships in Germany

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/11 at 7:00 am

CANOEING:

GB's Ed McKeever and Lani Belcher wins silver medals at World Flatwater Sprint Championships in Hungary

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/11 at 8:13 am

TRIATHLON:

Great Britain win gold at Team World Championships in Lausanne, Switzerland

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/11 at 8:14 am

RUGBY UNION:

Scotland wing Nikki Walker ruled out of World Cup with knee injury in win over Italy

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Written By: Henk on 08/21/11 at 8:24 am

Where's the LLWS coverage? :D

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MPxV7aOUrM8

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/11 at 8:43 am

Where's the LLWS coverage? :D

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MPxV7aOUrM8
There should more of this on tv!

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Written By: Henk on 08/21/11 at 8:44 am

There should more of this on tv!

I agree! (Although England and baseball... :-\\)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/11 at 8:45 am

I agree! (Although England and baseball... :-\\)
Young boys playing cricket?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/11 at 11:21 am

CYCLING:

Team Sky's Australian sprinter Chris Sutton wins stage two of Vuelta a Espana

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Written By: Henk on 08/21/11 at 11:31 am

Young boys playing cricket?

More likely, don't you think? (That, or soccer)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/11 at 11:33 am

More likely, don't you think? (That, or soccer)
Football has been seen, but for national interest in youth cricket on television does not really exist.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/11 at 12:42 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Celtic lose 1-0 at home to St Johnstone in SPL

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/11 at 12:56 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray plays world number one Novak Djokovic in the Cincinnati final looking to inflict only a second defeat of 2011 on the Serbian.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/11 at 1:35 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray was gifted the Cincinnati title as world number one Novak Djokovic retired from their final with a shoulder injury at 6-4 3-0 adrift.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/11 at 1:42 pm

F1:

Formula 1 bosses are to ban the use of the DRS overtaking device at the famous Eau Rouge corner at this weekend's Belgian Grand Prix.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/11 at 1:25 pm

CYCLING:

Mark Cavendish retires from Tour of Spain during fourth stage

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Written By: nally on 08/23/11 at 5:58 pm

FOOTBALL:

Robbie Keane scores on LA Galaxy debut in 2-0 defeat of San Jose Earthquakes

Yayy!!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/11 at 12:04 pm

Yayy!!
Was that match shown on television?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/11 at 12:31 pm

TENNIS:

Heather Watson will face third seed and Wimbledon finalist Maria Sharapova in the first round of the US Open. British number one Elena Baltacha will go up against US wild card Jamie Hampton, who she beat in the opening round of last year's Australian Open with the winner to face a possible clash with former champion Svetlana Kuznetsova in the second round. The third Briton in the women's draw Anne Keothavong will face South Africa's Chanelle Scheepers in the opening round.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/11 at 12:32 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray will be playing Somdev Devvarman for the first time when they meet in the opening round at the US Open. The 26-year-old won gold in the men's singles at last year's Commonwealth Games and earlier this year reached the third round at Indian Wells after coming through qualifying.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/11 at 12:32 pm

EQUESTRIAN:

Great Britain are in second place behind the home nation Germany at the halfway stage of the dressage section of the European Eventing Championships with Piggy French in fourth and Nicola Wilson in 18th.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/11 at 12:33 pm

HORSE RACING:

Six-time champion jockey Kieren Fallon reaches a century of victories for the season at Lingfield on Thursday, closing the gap between himself and current leader Paul Hanagan.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/11 at 12:33 pm

FOOTBALL: Porto coach Vitor Pereira says he is unaware of any moves by Chelsea for any Porto players, with playmaker Joao Moutinho reportedly a target for the Blues. "As far as I am aware there has been no contact from Chelsea for any of our players," he said.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/11 at 12:33 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Leeds Rhinos coach Brian McDermott names both Kallum Watkins and Carl Ablett in his 19-man squad for Saturday's Challenge Cup final against Wigan at Wembley, despite both being injury doubts. Wigan have a clean bill of health with Andy Coley, Lee Mossop and Brett Finch all set to return after being rested last week.

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Written By: nally on 08/25/11 at 2:35 pm

Was that match shown on television?

I don't know, since I don't watch 'em much. I would guess that it was, although not all local soccer games are televised.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/11 at 3:16 pm

I don't know, since I don't watch 'em much. I would guess that it was, although not all local soccer games are televised.
I have check previous tv listing and it was on ESPN.

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Written By: nally on 08/25/11 at 3:22 pm

I have check previous tv listing and it was on ESPN.

I guess that would make sense. They budget their time televising games of whatever sports are presently active. They also report on sports news.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/26/11 at 1:14 am

On a terrible night for Scottish football, Rangers exit the Europa League after only drawing with Maribor, and are joined in going out of Europe by both Celtic and Hearts.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/26/11 at 11:50 pm

TENNIS:

GB's Laura Robson in US Open main draw after beating Hong Kong's Ling Zhang 6-4 6-3 in qualifier

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/11 at 12:38 am

Britain's strongest athletics team in a generation must cope with an unfamiliar sense of expectation ahead of nine days of World Championships action in South Korea.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/11 at 2:18 am

RUGBY UNION:

Hendre Fourie is put on standby to start for England against Ireland five days after being omitted from Martin Johnson's World Cup squad.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/11 at 3:22 am

FORMULA 1:

Australian driver Mark Webber re-signs for Red Bull until the end of the 2012 season

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/11 at 3:30 am

BOXING:

Frank Warren vows to set up a rematch between James DeGale and George Groves after revealing he is to promote British and Commonwealth super-middleweight champion Groves.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/11 at 4:32 am

FORMULA 1:

Rain is delaying the action at Spa-Francorchamps ahead of qualifying for the Belgian Grand Prix.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/11 at 4:36 am

HOCKEY:

England will not defend their European hockey title after hosts Germany won a rain-sodden semi-final 3-0.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/11 at 4:45 am

SWIMMING:

Britain's Gemma Spofforth suffers broken nose and needs 15 stitches after falling off motorbike

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/11 at 7:08 am

ATHLETICS:

Britain's Christine Ohuruogu disqualified in 400m heats at Worlds after false start

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/11 at 7:28 am

FORMULA 1:

Michael Schumacher crashes out of qualifying for the Belgian Grand Prix at Spa.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/11 at 8:20 am

RUGBY UNION:

Hendre Fourie starts for England v Ireland, James Haskell at No. 8; Nick Easter ruled out

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/11 at 8:20 am

FORMULA 1:

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel on pole for Belgian GP, Lewis Hamilton second, Mark Webber third

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/11 at 9:21 am

ATHLETICS:

Usain Bolt wins 100m heat at World Champs in 10.10 seconds. Britain's Dwain Chambers 2nd

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/11 at 9:22 am

RUGBY UNION:

Hendre Fourie starts for England v Ireland, James Haskell at No. 8; Nick Easter ruled out

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/11 at 9:22 am

HORSE RACING:

Epsom Derby winner Pour Moi retired to stud after suffering a serious leg injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/11 at 9:33 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Wigan lead Leeds 16-10 at half-time in Challenge Cup final at Wembley

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/11 at 10:38 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Wigan's Jeff Lima wins Challenge Cup man of the match award after scoring two tries

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/11 at 2:59 pm

MOTOGP:

Australian Casey Stoner starts on pole in Sunday's United States MotoGP in Indianapolis

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/11 at 3:02 pm

ATHLETICS:

Mo Farah admits he will be battling nerves as well as the greatest 10,000m runner of all time when he seeks to win Britain's first gold medal of the 2011 World Championships on Sunday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/11 at 1:24 am

ATHLETICS:

South African Oscar Pistorius qualifies for the semi-finals of the 400m on his historic appearance at the World Championships in Daegu, while there are surprise early exits for Britain's women athletes.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/11 at 3:42 am

ATHLETICS:

World and Olympic champion Usain Bolt competes in the 100m, while Great Britain's Mo Farah goes for gold in the 10,000m on day two of the championships in South Korea.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/11 at 4:40 am

WORLD ATHLETICS:

Drama in the 100m as Dwain Chambers false starts. Two disqualifications in two days for British athletes. The sprinter falls to the floor in distraught mood. He only flinched in the blocks but it was clear to see.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/11 at 6:21 am

ATHLETICS:

Britain's Mo Farah takes silver in 10,000m in the World Championships in Daegu after being pipped on the line

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/11 at 7:44 am

ATHLETICS:

Usain Bolt is disqualified from the men's 100m final at the World Athletics Championships as Yohan Blake takes gold.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/11 at 7:44 am

ATHLETICS:

Usain Bolt is disqualified from the men's 100m final at the World Athletics Championships as Yohan Blake takes gold.
What happened?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/11 at 7:49 am

FORMULA 1:

Lewis Hamilton crashes out of Belgian Grand Prix on lap 13

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/11 at 8:30 am

HOCKEY:

England's men win bronze at EuroHockey Championship in Germany

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/11 at 8:39 am

FORMULA ONE:

Sebastian Vettel wins the Belgian Grand Prix, Mark Webber 2nd, Jenson Button 3rd

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/11 at 3:37 pm

MOTOGP:

Championship leader Casey Stoner wins the United States MotoGP in Indianapolis

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/11 at 4:19 pm

GOLF:

England's Mark Foster was the nearly man again as Thomas Bjorn won a five-man, five-hole play-off in the Johnnie Walker Championship.

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Written By: nally on 08/28/11 at 11:42 pm

LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL: The team from Huntington Beach, California, has beaten the team from Hamamatsu City, Japan, 2-1, to win the 2011 Little League World Series.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/29/11 at 2:40 am

ATHLETICS:

Britain's Jessica Ennis yet to hit top form in the heptathlon but is 2nd after two events

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/29/11 at 6:58 am

ATHLETICS:

Britain's reigning heptathlon champion Jessica Ennis leads the field on day three of the World Athletics Championships in Daegu.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/29/11 at 7:01 am

ATHLETICS:

Oscar Pistorius fails to qualify for the 400m final at the World Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/29/11 at 7:02 am

ATHLETICS:

IAAF vice-president Bob Hersh warns against any hasty change to false-start rule

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/29/11 at 8:16 am

ATHLETICS:

Britain's Andy Turner finishes fourth in the 110m hurdles final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/29/11 at 8:17 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

British number one Andy Murray says the atmosphere ahead of the US Open is "really weird", as New York prepares for the arrival of Hurricane Irene.

Murray will meet India's Somdev Devvarman in the first round, but says he has had only three indoor practice sessions.

However the Scot hopes a change in diet can bring him his first major win.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/29/11 at 10:03 am

ATHLETICS:

Cuba's Dayron Robles is disqualified after winning the 110m hurdles at the World Championships, handing Briton Andy Turner the bronze.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/29/11 at 10:46 am

RUGBY UNION:

England manager Martin Johnson expects to have a fully-fit squad for the World Cup opener against Argentina.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/29/11 at 12:19 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Laura Robson plays Japan's Ayumi Morita and fellow Briton Heather Watson takes on 2006 champion Maria Sharapova in the first round of the US Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/29/11 at 1:33 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Britain's Laura Robson reaches second round of US Open after her opponent Ayumi Morita of Japan retired

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/29/11 at 1:33 pm

An 18-year-old rider has died after a collision at the British Superbikes Championship meeting in Lincolnshire.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/11 at 1:04 pm

BOXING:

Nathan Cleverly to defend WBO world light-heavyweight title against Tony Bellew on 15 October

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/11 at 1:05 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Celtic sign striker Mohamed Bangura from Swedish side AIK on a four-year contract

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/11 at 1:06 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Jo-Wilfried Tsonga eases into round two of the US Open with a straight sets victory over Taiwan's Yen-Hsun Lu.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/02/11 at 2:15 pm

FORMULA 1:

Nick Heidfeld parts company with Renault, with Bruno Senna replacing him for rest of season

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/02/11 at 2:15 pm

RUGBY UNION:

RFU acting chief executive Martyn Thomas survives vote of confidence at council meeting

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/02/11 at 2:15 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Britain's Andy Murray taken on Robin Haase of the Netherlands in round two of the US Open, with Maria Sharapova and Rafael Nadal also in action.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/02/11 at 11:47 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Italy's Flavia Pennetta beats third seed Maria Sharapova 6-3 3-6 6-4

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/02/11 at 11:47 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Andy Murray battles back from two sets down to beat Robin Haase in round two

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Written By: Henk on 09/03/11 at 12:14 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Andy Murray battles back from two sets down to beat Robin Haase in round two

Bummer.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/11 at 6:30 am

WORLD ROWING:

GB's Katherine Grainger & Anna Watkins win gold in women's double scull in Slovenia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/11 at 6:34 am

WORLD ATHLETICS:

Jamaican world record holder Usain Bolt is the pick of the action in the 200m final on day eight in Daegu, which also includes finals for the men's javelin and the women's 4x400m relay.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/11 at 6:45 am

WORLD ROWING:

GB's Alan Campbell wins bronze in the men's single scull in Slovenia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/11 at 7:03 am

WORLD ATHLETICS:

GB women finish fourth behind USA, Jamacia and Russia in 4x400m relay in Daegu

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/11 at 7:03 am

WORLD ROWING:

GB's Andy Hodge & Peter Reed win silver behind defending champions NZ in coxless pairs

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/11 at 7:38 am

WORLD ATHLETICS:

Britain's Tiffany Porter comes fourth in women's 100m hurdles final in Daegu

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/11 at 7:38 am

WORLD ATHLETICS:

Usain Bolt makes amends for 100m false start with 200m gold in 19.40 secs in Daegu

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/11 at 10:25 am

HORSE RACING:

Dream Ahead (4-1F) wins a photo finish for the Betfred Sprint Cup at Haydock

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/11 at 10:26 am

RUGBY UNION:

Harlequins beat London Irish 29-24 in Premiership season-opener at Twickenham

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/11 at 12:33 pm

WORLD ATHLETICS:

Usain Bolt makes amends for 100m false start with 200m gold in 19.40 secs in Daegu

http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/55141000/jpg/_55141974_55141333.jpg

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/11 at 12:47 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Caroline Wozniacki beats Vania King 6-2 6-4 in third round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/11 at 12:47 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Roger Federer faces Marin Cilic in round three of the US Open, while Serena Williams meets Victoria Azarenka later on day six at Flushing Meadows.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/11 at 1:13 pm

HORSE RACING:

So You Think, trained by Aidan O'Brien and ridden by Seamie Heffernan, wins Irish Champion Stakes

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/11 at 1:14 pm

GOLF:

Lee Westwood and Rory McIlroy are in contention behind Wales' Jamie Donaldson after the third round of the European Masters in Switzerland.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/11 at 1:46 pm

CYCLING:

Britain's Bradley Wiggins tightens his grip on the leader's red jersey in the Vuelta a Espana after a strong climbing display in stage 14.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/11 at 2:00 pm

MotoGP championship leader Australian Casey Stoner claims his eighth pole position of the season at the San Marino and Rimini Riviera Grand Prix.

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Written By: Henk on 09/04/11 at 12:53 am

CYCLING:

Britain's Bradley Wiggins tightens his grip on the leader's red jersey in the Vuelta a Espana after a strong climbing display in stage 14.

"Tightens his grip"...? :-\\ Last time I checked the #2 and #3 seed both finished in the same group as Wiggins.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/11 at 1:06 pm

GB head coach Charles van Commenee says he has achieved his mission of winning seven medals at the World Championships but admits there is still work to do.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/11 at 1:07 pm

WORLD ATHLETICS:

Final Daegu medal table

* United States 25 (12 gold, 8 silver, 5 bronze)
* Russia 19 (9 gold, 4 silver, 6 bronze)
* Kenya 17 (7 gold, 6 silver, 4 bronze)
* Jamaica 9 (4 gold, 4 silver, 1 bronze)
* Germany 7 (3 gold, 3 silver, 1 bronze)
* Great Britain 7 (2 gold, 4 silver, 1 bronze)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/11 at 1:07 pm

GOLF:

Bubba Watson takes a one-shot lead into the final round of the US PGA Tour event in Boston.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/06/11 at 12:31 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Rain delays Andy Murray's match against Donald Young

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/06/11 at 2:04 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Andy Murray must wait until Wednesday to resume his US Open campaign after heavy rain meant the entire schedule for day nine was cancelled.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 3:16 am

RUGBY UNION:

New Zealand-born lock Justin Ives expects to miss Japan's World Cup opener against France after aggravating a knee injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 3:17 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Hull hooker Danny Houghton signs a new contract that will keep him at the KC Stadium until the end of 2014 but team-mate Craig Fitzgibbon has almost certainly played his final game for the club.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 3:17 am

RUGBY UNION:

Namibia coach Johan Diergaardt makes seven changes for his team's opening World Cup match against Fiji on Saturday from the line-up that lost to Georgia in the European Nations Cup at Bucharest in June.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 4:33 am

CYCLING:

Team Sky announce Australian Richie Porte as the latest signing for the 2012 season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 4:34 am

TENNIS:

British number one Andy Murray faces Donald Young for a place in the last eight at the US Open at 1600 BST - weather permitting. Their scheduled encounter on Tuesday was cancelled because of rain.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 4:35 am

RUGBY UNION:

New Zealand coach Graham Henry has dropped full-back Mils Muliaina for the opening match of the Rugby World Cup against Tonga in Auckland on Friday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 4:43 am

In New Zealand ahead of the Rugby World Cup, flash mobs are performing the national team's famous Haka all over the country.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=puXad30DSfg

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 5:45 am

FORMULA 1:

The Williams Formula 1 team has seen profits for the first half of 2011 rise by 37% on a year ago after "further progress" for the wider motoring group.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 5:46 am

SNOOKER:

John Higgins and Mark Williams race into the second round of the Shanghai Masters, but Judd Trump is sent spinning out of the tournament

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 6:06 am

OLYMPICS:

London 2012 have passed their domestic sponsorship target of £700m after signing up shopping centre developer Westfield.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 6:27 am

HORSE RACING:

"Further evidence of fragile GB racing economy as owners of top 2-year-old Frederick Engels accept 'substantial' offer for him from Hong Kong."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 7:36 am

RUGBY UNION:

Redruth fly-half Aaron Penberthy will miss Saturday's National Two South derby clash with Launceston after breaking a rib.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 8:00 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

TENNIS: - Tennis correspondent Neil Harman Tweets: "Just walked to bus for the tennis . Umbrellas to the fore. Steady rain. Glum faces. Tennis chance 20%."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 8:41 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Leeds are to delay plans to redevelop Headingley's South Stand because of the economic climate but say it will not prevent them from bidding to host matches in both the 2013 Rugby League and 2015 Rugby Union World Cups.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 9:11 am

TENNIS:

Gael Monfils has withdrawn from France's Davis Cup semi-final against Spain this month because of a knee injury sustained in his defeat against Juan Carlos Ferrero in round two at the US Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 9:33 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

TENNIS: - Tennis correspondent Neil Harman Tweets: "Just walked to bus for the tennis . Umbrellas to the fore. Steady rain. Glum faces. Tennis chance 20%."
Heavy rain is forecasted for much of the day New York.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 9:46 am

HORSE RACING:

Cornelius Lysaght on Twitter at Doncaster: "Frankie Dettori strikes for 1st time at this year's St Leger Festival on Humidor; slowly away fav Medicean Man looked unlucky."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 9:46 am

TENNIS:

Andy Murray's part-time coach Sven Groeneveld says there will be no play before 1200 local time - 1700 BST - at the US Open because of rain.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 9:48 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Hull captain Craig Fitzgibbon confirms his intention to retire after scans revealed he sustained a severe ankle injury at Castleford last Saturday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 9:57 am

HORSE RACING:

Another one for the ladies as truly great US woman jockey Julie Krone wins charity Legends race on Invincible Hero.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 10:15 am

CYCLING:

Team Sky's Chris Froome wins stage 17 of the Tour of Spain.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 10:29 am

Members of an ice hockey team are believed to be among at least 43 people killed when a passenger jet crashed during take-off in western Russia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 11:01 am

SNOOKER

World champion John Higgins and Welshman Mark Williams cruised into the last 16 of the Shanghai Masters - but Scotland's Stephen Hendry was thrashed 5-1 by Robert Milkins.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 11:18 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Wakefield full-back Matt Blaymire has announced his retirement at the age of 29 after failing to recover from a knee injury, making the "very sad" decision on the advice of a specialist.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 11:41 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

More than 25 hours after it was initially planned they would get their match under way, Andy Murray is set to play Donald Young in round four of the US Open. Rain is just about hanging off.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 11:46 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Andy Murray's match against Donald Young expected to start soon after rain delays

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 12:02 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

US Open in New York's Flushing Meadows venue, Donald Young is 2-1 up (with serve) against Andy Murray in their rain-delayed round four match.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 12:04 pm

FORMULA 1:

Lewis Hamilton will learn from his mistakes and become a better driver, says his team McLaren

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 12:15 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

US Open in New York's Flushing Meadows venue, Donald Young is 2-1 up (with serve) against Andy Murray in their rain-delayed round four match.
Andy Murray and Donald Young manage just three games of their fourth-round tie before rain returns to disrupt the US Open.

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Written By: nally on 09/07/11 at 12:20 pm

Andy Murray and Donald Young manage just three games of their fourth-round tie before rain returns to disrupt the US Open.

which means they'll have to wait until the tennis court is dry enough to play on again.

I took a tennis class in high school (half my life ago, as a matter of fact), and anytime we had a rainy day, we'd have to go inside (usually to the gym) and do some other activity.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 12:21 pm

which means they'll have to wait until the tennis court is dry enough to play on again.

I took a tennis class in high school (half my life ago, as a matter of fact), and anytime we had a rainy day, we'd have to go inside (usually to the gym) and do some other activity.
...and I just moved to the television to watch it.

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Written By: nally on 09/07/11 at 12:29 pm

...and I just moved to the television to watch it.

Oh good. Is it playing right now?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 12:32 pm

Oh good. Is it playing right now?
It was being played, but now there is rain, currently showing recent Tsonga v Fish match

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 12:33 pm

Oh good. Is it playing right now?
US Open statement: "Play is suspended due to the current weather conditions. The weather forecast calls for intermittent showers for the next 15-30 minutes, after which there should be a clearing when we expect to resume match play."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 12:35 pm

Comedian David Walliams is continuing his latest fund-raising effort to swim 140 miles of the Thames in eight days despite picking up a stomach bug.

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Written By: nally on 09/07/11 at 12:36 pm

US Open statement: "Play is suspended due to the current weather conditions. The weather forecast calls for intermittent showers for the next 15-30 minutes, after which there should be a clearing when we expect to resume match play."

Last night that was the case for the Dodgers-Nationals baseball game, as well as others that were being played on the East Coast. This caused rain delays for several of those games; they either had to be suspended in one of the innings, or have their start times delayed until the weather let up.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 12:41 pm

Andy Murray's former coach Brad Gilbert on Twitter:

"Looking at the latest weather forecast it just got worse we might be socked in for awhile."

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Written By: Henk on 09/07/11 at 3:12 pm

HORSE RACING:

"Further evidence of fragile GB racing economy as owners of top 2-year-old Frederick Engels accept 'substantial' offer for him from Hong Kong."

You know... I had to read this three times before I realized Frederick Engels is the name of a horse, and not a jockey. ;D :D

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 4:14 pm

You know... I had to read this three times before I realized Frederick Engels is the name of a horse, and not a jockey. ;D :D
;D

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 4:14 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Quarter-finals involving Djokovic & Federer postponed as rain continues to delay play

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 4:15 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Rafael Nadal and Andy Murray voiced their disapproval after they were among the players sent out to play in damp conditions at the US Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/11 at 4:29 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Andy Murray's match against Donald Young postponed for second successive day due to rain

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/08/11 at 1:08 am

RUGBY UNION:

Chris Paterson, in his fourth World Cup, starts Scotland's opener against Romania on Saturday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/08/11 at 3:13 am

RUGBY UNION:

Tonga captain Finau Maka to start his team's opening World Cup match against New Zealand on Friday after overcoming a troublesome ankle injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/08/11 at 3:14 am

GOLF:

The first round of the KLM Open is underway in Hilversum, Netherlands, but there was a 45-minute delay following overnight vandalism to four of the greens.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/08/11 at 3:14 am

RUGBY UNION:

South Africa expect to be without Bakkies Botha for their World Cup opener against Wales.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/08/11 at 3:14 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Wakefield winger Luke George has returned to Huddersfield on a two-year contract.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/08/11 at 3:15 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

There is an 80% chance of further rain at the US Open today.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/08/11 at 3:15 am

CANOEING:

Day 2 of Canoe Slalom World Champs cancelled due to high winds. Slalom going way of US Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/08/11 at 3:53 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Oldham's former Leeds, Huddersfield and Bradford back Marcus St Hilaire will retire at the end of the season, ending a 17-year career.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/08/11 at 3:54 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Hull KR insist Saturday evening's crucial final home game of the season against Castleford will go ahead despite cable powering the floodlights being stolen.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/08/11 at 5:45 am

GOLF:

England's Simon Dyson and Robert Dinwiddie set the early pace at the KLM Open. US Open champion Rory McIlroy and Ryder Cup winner Ross Fisher are also taking part in the European Tour event.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/08/11 at 5:49 am

BOXING:

World heavyweight champion Vitali Klitschko is aiming to improve his knockout rate when he defends his WBC belt against mandatory challenger Tomasz Adamek in Poland on Saturday. The 40-year-old has managed 39 knockouts in 42 victories. "I will give my best to improve my knockout rate," he said. "The only thing I can promise is that there will be no questions after the fight about who won the battle."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/08/11 at 6:53 am

TRIATHLON:

London is to host the 2013 Triathlon World Championships Grand Final, it has been announced. The course, which will be used for the 2012 Olympics, was the venue for a World Championship Series event last month.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/08/11 at 7:01 am

ICE HOCKEY:

Fife Flyers secure the signing of Canadian Garrett Zemlak for the inaugural Elite Ice Hockey League season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 1:33 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Roger Federer beats Jo-Wilfried Tsonga in straight sets to earn himself a US Open semi-final against Novak Djokovic.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 1:34 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Andy Murray did his best to make up for lost time by racing to a 6-2 6-3 6-3 win over Donald Young in their delayed fourth-round match at the US Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 1:34 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Title favourite Serena Williams will play world number one Caroline Wozniacki in the US Open semi-finals after both won in straight sets.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 1:35 am

ATHLETICS:

New world 100m champion Yohan Blake produces a personal best of 9.82 secs to win in Zurich

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 1:35 am

RUGBY UNION:

Hosts New Zealand start favourites as they prepare to launch the seventh Rugby World Cup against Tonga on Friday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 1:37 am

GOLF:

The first round of the KLM Open is underway in Hilversum, Netherlands, but there was a 45-minute delay following overnight vandalism to four of the greens.
http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/55250000/jpg/_55250340_55237457.jpg

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 1:48 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Rhys Priestland will play fly-half for Wales against South Africa on Sunday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 3:11 am

GOLF:

Play has begun at the KLM Open in the Netherlands and they are still trying to complete the first round after Thursday's heavy rain. Lee Westwood and Rory McIlroy are both into their back nines and are currently one over.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 3:12 am

ATHLETICS:

World Championship gold medallist Mo Farah on BBC Breakfast: "It takes years of hard work. I've just got to keep my feet on the ground and stay injury free."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 3:16 am

RUGBY UNION:

With the Opening Ceremony, amid fireworks and unusual exotic dancing, the Rugby World Cup is declared open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 3:18 am

FORMULA 1:

Official practice at the Italian Grand Prix is under way in Monza.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 3:57 am

RUGBY UNION:

Ireland have chosen Conor Murray at scrum-half for their opening World Cup match with the USA on Sunday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 4:18 am

GOLF:

Lee Westwood and Rory McIlroy card level par opening rounds of 70 at the delayed KLM Open in the Netherlands, with round two to follow. Simon Dyson and Marcel Siem share the lead at five under.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 4:29 am

GOLF:

Lee Westwood and Rory McIlroy card level par opening rounds of 70 at the delayed KLM Open in the Netherlands, with round two to follow. Simon Dyson and Marcel Siem share the lead at five under.
Rory McIlroy after his round at the KLM Open: "Somehow shot even par out there! Need to play better to put myself in a good position heading into the weekend! Out again in 40 mins!!"

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 4:29 am

RUGBY UNION:

New Zealand lead Tonga 29-3 at half-time in the opening match of the World Cup.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 4:46 am

FORMULA 1:

Lewis Hamilton is fastest in free practice at the Italian Grand Prix in Monza.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 6:25 am

MOTORCYCLING:

Double World Superbike champion James Toseland forced to retire due to wrist injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 6:25 am

FORMULA 1:

McLaren's Lewis Hamilton fastest in Italian GP practice from team-mate Jenson Button. Vettel third

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 6:26 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Hosts New Zealand beat Tonga 41-10 in the opening match of the 2011 tournament

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 6:38 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Richard Agar agrees a three-year deal to become Wakefield coach from next season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 6:38 am

MOTORSPORT:

Kimi Raikkonen has been excluded from the World Rally Championship standings after failing to compete in this week's Rally Australia.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 6:42 am

CYCLING:

Legendary cyclist Jeannie Longo, 52, faces an investigation after missing three doping tests. Her lawyer Ravaz Bruno told the AFP news agency: "Longo has been tested more than any other athlete in the world with results which leave no doubt that she is exemplary."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 8:30 am

BASKETBALL:

Great Britain's men got their campaign off to a winning start as they beat Italy 57-32 at the European Wheelchair Championships in Israel

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 8:38 am

FORMULA 1:

Sebastien Vettel clocks the fastest time in second free practice at the Italian Grand Prix.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 9:07 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

The US Open will extend to a third Monday for the fourth successive year after organisers rescheduled the men's and women's finals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 10:35 am

GOLF:

Rory McIlroy cards a second-round 65 for a five-under-par halfway total at the KLM Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 10:36 am

GOLF:

World number two Lee Westwood shoots a second-round 66 for a four-under-par halfway total at the KLM Open, one behind Rory McIlroy and two adrift of clubhouse leader Gary Orr.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 10:37 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Britain's Andy Murray says he will have to combat the huge serving of 6ft 9in John Isner if he is to reach the US Open semi-finals for the second time. "I probably won't have that many opportunities to break him because he's got a huge serve,"

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 10:46 am

FORMULA 1:

Jenson Button will stay at McLaren next season, the F1 team's boss Martin Whitmarsh said on Friday. "Jenson Button will be with us next year. Full stop,"

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 11:02 am

GOLF:

Amateur golfer Tom Lewis says the British & Ireland team will not "fear" the US side when the Walker Cup starts on Saturday. The English man, 20, believes his success at The Open in July can give him an "aura" when facing his American counterparts

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 11:11 am

GOLF:

Rory McIlroy fired a second round of five-under-par 65 at the KLM Open in Holland to leave him on five under, two shots behind leader Shiv Kapur. McIlroy carded six birdies and a bogey in his round, after completing his opening level-par 70 earlier in the day at the weather-affected tournament.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 11:16 am

PARALYMPICS:

Tickets for the London 2012 Paralympics are now on sale, with people given just over a fortnight to apply.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 11:27 am

FORMULA 1: Robert Kubica is to step up his attempt to return to Formula 1 by getting back behind the wheel in October. The Renault driver suffered a partially severed hand and major fractures in a rally crash in February, but his final operation has been declared a success.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 11:33 am

CYCLING:

Local favourite Igor Anton won the 19th stage of the Vuelta a Espana while in the general classification Juan Jose Cobo maintained his lead over Team Sky duo Chris Froome and Bradley Wiggins heading into the final weekend.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 11:41 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Britain's Andy Murray plays American John Isner for a place in the US Open semi-finals, before Rafael Nadal meets Andy Roddick.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 11:51 am

FORMULA 1:

McLaren team boss Martin Whitmarsh has played down speculation the Indian Grand Prix could be boycotted because of wrangling over tax. The 12 Formula 1 teams and drivers are concerned they will be hit with big tax bills at next month's race.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 11:55 am

TENNIS :

British pair Colin Fleming and Ross Hutching have lost their doubles match against Rohan Bopanna and Aisam-Ul-Haq Qureshi in three sets at the US Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 12:25 pm

MODERN PENTATHLON:

Great Britain's Jamie Cooke and Sam Weale have qualified for Sunday's final of the Modern Pentathlon World Championships in Moscow. Cooke did it in style, winning semi-final A today, while Weale came seventh in semi-final B, comfortably finishing in the top-12 position that earned a place in the final. But there was disappointment for Nick Woodbridge, who missed out on the final, finishing 18th in semi-final B, while Rob Flack was 30th in semi-final C.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 12:30 pm

CYCLING:

Britain's Chris Froome was unable to close the gap on overall leader Juan Jose Cobo on stage 19 of the Vuelta a Espana from Noja to Bilbao.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 12:40 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Britain's Andy Murray plays American John Isner for a place in the US Open semi-finals, before Rafael Nadal meets Andy Roddick.
Murray has won the first set 7-5.

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Written By: nally on 09/09/11 at 12:42 pm

You know... I had to read this three times before I realized Frederick Engels is the name of a horse, and not a jockey. ;D :D

;D

Yes, they do give horses rather odd names... I guess from having known that for so long, you wouldn't expect a horse to have a name that would more likely pertain to a person.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 12:55 pm

Yes, they do give horses rather odd names... I guess from having known that for so long, you wouldn't expect a horse to have a name that would more likely pertain to a person.
Permission has to be asked if the name of person is still living.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 1:23 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Andy Murray has just won the second set to lead two sets to love against American John Isner.

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Written By: nally on 09/09/11 at 1:29 pm

Permission has to be asked if the name of person is still living.
Yes, that is helpful.

Just be glad you don't have a horse with this name... http://youtu.be/Kqj2hkbDnyM

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 1:36 pm

Yes, that is helpful.

Just be glad you don't have a horse with this name... http://youtu.be/Kqj2hkbDnyM
Back in the 80s or 90s there was a horse with the name Philip, I would watch out for in the racing pages of the newspapers, and I did win a few pounds from it.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 1:38 pm

Yes, that is helpful.

Just be glad you don't have a horse with this name... http://youtu.be/Kqj2hkbDnyM
;D

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 1:44 pm

FORMULA 1:

Formula 1 driver Robert Kubica should be back on a racetrack next month for the first time since his rally accident in February

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 1:49 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

The final round of regular season fixtures with Hull facing Warrington, Wakefield at home to Bradford, and Wigan hosting Crusaders.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 1:52 pm

SNOOKER:

Nottingham cueman Anthony 'the Sheriff of Pottingham' Hamilton has hit out at a cameraman after his quarter-final exit to Mark King at the Shanghai Masters. "The cameraman was moving on every shot. It was hard to concentrate and it did my head in. I'm still angry about it now," said Hamilton. "Whenever I was down on the shot he was in line with me and his arms were moving around. He had an attitude problem."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 2:05 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Murray 7-5 6-4 3-6 Isner
Ace, service winner, service winner and it's three set points.... Murray's return looks to have gone wide but Hawkeye says otherwise. No matter, Isner hits an ace down the 'T' and after two hours and 20 minutes, the American is well and truly in the match.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 2:14 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Kyle Edmund and George Morgan are both through to the boys' semi-finals, with Oli Goldig still battling away out there.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 4:47 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Andy Murray reaches the semi-finals beating John Isner 7-5 6-4 3-6 7-6 (7-2)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/11 at 4:48 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Andy Murray reaches the semi-finals beating John Isner 7-5 6-4 3-6 7-6 (7-2)
Murray will face Rafael Nadal or Andy Roddick on Saturday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/11 at 12:17 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Two late tries from Simon Danielli spare Scotland's blushes as they beat Romania 34-24 in their opening Rugby World Cup match.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/11 at 12:18 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Rafael Nadal beats Andy Roddick 6-2 6-1 6-3 to set up semi-final against Andy Murray

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/11 at 3:59 am

TRIATHLON:

Alistair Brownlee seals World Triathlon title, brother Jonathan finishes second overall

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/11 at 3:59 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

France survive a scare against Japan before three late tries give them a 47-21 victory

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/11 at 4:00 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Scotland beat Romania 34-24 in their opening match at Invercargill

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/11 at 4:00 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Vereneki Goneva scores four tries as Fiji beat Namibia 49-25 in Rotorua in Pool D

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/11 at 4:00 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

England start their World Cup Pool B campaign against Argentina in Dunedin.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/11 at 5:18 am

FORMULA 1:

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel fastest in final Italian GP practice; 2. Webber; 3. Massa; 4. Hamilton

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/11 at 5:26 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

England come from behind to beat Argentina 13-9 in their opening Pool B match

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/11 at 7:56 am

GOLF:

Great Britain and Ireland seek to regain the Walker Cup from the United States at the Royal Aberdeen Golf Club.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/11 at 8:33 am

FORMULA 1:

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel on Italian GP pole from McLaren's Lewis Hamilton and Jenson Button

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/11 at 9:52 am

HORSE RACING:

Masked Marvel wins the St Leger at Doncaster; Brown Panther second and Sea Moon third

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/11 at 10:50 am

CYCLING:

Chris Froome remains 13 seconds behind Juan Jose Cobo after penultimate stage of La Vuelta

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/11 at 11:34 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Rain delays start of men's semis, with Djokovic v Nadal to be followed by Nadal v Murray

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/11 at 11:46 am

Comedian David Walliams is advised not to swim through the London section of the River Thames due to the amount of sewage that has been dumped in it recently.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/11 at 12:44 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Rain delays start of men's semis, with Djokovic v Nadal to be followed by Nadal v Murray

Play has started and the latest is that Federer leads Djokovic 3-2 in the first set.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/11 at 3:43 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer are into a fifth set in their US Open semi-final, with Andy Murray facing Rafael Nadal in the second not before 1945 BST and the women's semis also taking place on day 13.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/11 at 3:47 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Oli Golding beats George Morgan 6-0 7-6 (7-2) to reach the boy's final, where he'll play Jiri Vesely after he sees off Kyle Edmund 6-4 6-2.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/11 at 4:28 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Novak Djokovic beats Roger Federer 6-7 4-6 6-3 6-2 7-5 to reach final at Flushing Meadows

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/11 at 4:42 pm

GOLF:

Ireland's Paul McGinley fired a third-round 64 to climb to within two strokes of the leaders at the European Tour's KLM Open in the Netherlands.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/11 at 3:25 am

TRIATHLON:

Great Britain's Helen Jenkins wins World Triathlon title after second-place finish in Beijing

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/11 at 3:26 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Australia score four tries in a comfortable 32-6 win against Italy in Pool C

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/11 at 3:26 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Serena Williams beats Caroline Wozniacki 6-2 6-4 to set up final with Sam Stosur

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/11 at 3:26 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Rafael Nadal beats Andy Murray 6-4 6-2 3-6 6-2 to set up final with Novak Djokovic

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/11 at 3:26 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Ireland score three tries but fail to pick up a bonus point in 22-10 win over USA

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/11 at 4:45 am

FORMULA 1:

Jarno Trulli will drive for Team Lotus in 2012 after the team extends the Italian's contract

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/11 at 10:26 am

CYCLING:

Britain's Mark Cavendish win first stage of Tour of Britain from Peebles to Dumfries

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/11 at 10:26 am

FORMULA 1:

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel wins Italian Grand Prix; 2. Button; 3. Alonso; 4. Hamilton

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/11 at 10:27 am

GOLF:

England's Simon Dyson wins KLM Open by one from David Lynn with Rory McIlroy two back in 3rd

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/11 at 10:27 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Wales denied famous victory as defending champions South Africa win 17-16

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/11 at 12:01 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Leeds win 31-24 at Huddersfield in Super League

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/11 at 12:01 pm

CYCLING:

Spain's Juan Jose Cobo wins Tour of Spain; GB's Chris Froome 2nd, Bradley Wiggins 3rd

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/11 at 12:01 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Wasps beat Leicester 35-29 in Premiership match at Adams Park

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/11 at 12:46 pm

GOLF:

GB&I beat USA to win Walker Cup for first time since 2003, reaching decisive 13.5pts at Royal Aberdeen

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/11 at 3:02 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

GB's Oliver Golding beats Czech top seed Jiri Vesely 5-7 6-3 6-4 to win boys singles

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/11 at 3:02 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

GB's Oliver Golding beats Czech top seed Jiri Vesely 5-7 6-3 6-4 to win boys singles

Yahoo!!!!!

A British champion in tennis!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/11 at 1:12 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Australia's Sam Stosur wins her first Grand Slam title with a stunning victory over Serena Williams in a controversial US Open final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/11 at 1:12 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

GB's Oliver Golding beats Czech top seed Jiri Vesely 5-7 6-3 6-4 to win boys singles

http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/55300000/jpg/_55300284_55300127.jpg

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/11 at 1:15 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

England lock Courtney Lawes cited for incident during win over Argentina

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/11 at 1:16 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

IRB backs match officials who disallowed disputed James Hook penalty

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/11 at 12:26 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Wakefield have given 12-month full-time contracts to academy products Danny Cowling, a 19-year-old centre, and Kyle Trout, a 20-year-old prop or loose forward.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/11 at 12:27 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Rafael Nadal will look to win his second Grand Slam title of the season when he faces Novak Djokovic in the US Open final at 2100 BST on Monday.

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Written By: nally on 09/12/11 at 1:17 pm

Yahoo!!!!!

A British champion in tennis!

http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/55300000/jpg/_55300284_55300127.jpg

Congratulations to him.

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Written By: nally on 09/12/11 at 1:17 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Australia's Sam Stosur wins her first Grand Slam title with a stunning victory over Serena Williams in a controversial US Open final.

Stunning, for sure.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/11 at 2:34 pm

Stunning, for sure.
Serena Williams fined $2,000 (£1264) for outburst in Sunday's final against Samatha Stosur

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Written By: nally on 09/12/11 at 3:26 pm

Serena Williams fined $2,000 (£1264) for outburst in Sunday's final against Samatha Stosur

That's not good at all. :-\\

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/11 at 1:28 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Novak Djokovic beats Rafael Nadal 6-2 6-4 6-7 6-1 to win his third major title of 2011

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/11 at 12:38 pm

BOXING:

Ricky Burns is to give up his WBO super featherweight world title and move up to lightweight, where his first fight will be against interim WBO lightweight champion Michael Katsidis in Glasgow.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/11 at 12:39 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL:

Construction workers at the Maracana stadium in Brazil, which is being redeveloped ahead of the 2014 World Cup, have voted to continue their strike action into a third week.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/11 at 12:40 pm

CYCLING:

Dutch rider Lars Boom won stage three of the Tour of Britain to take the race lead from Mark Cavendish.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/11 at 2:10 pm

ATHLETICS:

Usain Bolt wins 100m in season's-best 9.85secs at IAAF World Challenge event in Zagreb

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/14/11 at 1:38 am

RUGBY UNION:

England prop Andrew Sheridan ruled out of Rugby World Cup with shoulder injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/14/11 at 1:38 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Samoa warm up for Sunday's clash with Wales by beating Namibia 49-12 in Rotorua

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/14/11 at 1:39 am

Snooker chiefs are to investigate an incident involving Mark Selby and Mark Williams in the Shanghai Open final.

The World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association has launched an inquiry into a snooker that Williams laid in the 17th frame.

Williams, who lost 10-9, was convinced Selby fouled, insisting he struck the pink, but referee Eirian Williams said Selby hit a red first.

"I was robbed. The referee made such an appalling decision," said Williams.

The WPBSA made clear the result of the match would stand, regardless of the inquiry.

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Written By: nally on 09/14/11 at 11:28 am

MLB 2012: Regular season is set to begin on Thursday, April 5, and end on Wednesday, October 3.

Dodgers will open up in San Diego for a four-game weekend series, and then open up their homestand on Tuesday, April 10 -- the 50th anniversary of the opening of Dodger Stadium -- against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Their interleague schedule will see them visiting the Mariners and Athletics, and hosting the White Sox...as well as maintaining a full season series with the Angels. (That's right, the Rangers will not play the Dodgers this year again, but they will play the other NL West teams.)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/11 at 1:53 am

CYCLING:

Norwegian Thor Hushovd wins stage four of the Tour of Britain in Caerphilly

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/11 at 1:53 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

NZ captain Richie McCaw & full-back Mils Muliaina out of World Cup game against Japan

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/11 at 1:54 am

TENNIS:

Colin Fleming wants Britain to use their Davis Cup tie as a springboard not only to promotion to Europe/Africa Group I, but on to World Group level.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/11 at 3:11 am

TENNIS

AP report that Roger Federer has shrugged off the effects of his long-haul flight from New York - and the disappointment of a US Open semi-final loss - to declare himself fit for Switzerland's Davis Cup play-off against Australia on Friday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/11 at 3:14 am

RUGBY UNION

England management have defended stand-in captain Mike Tindall, and several squad members, after they were pictured enjoying a night out in New Zealand.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/11 at 3:15 am

RUGBY UNION

World Cup score update... USA 10-3 Russia (after 26 minutes).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/11 at 3:15 am

BOXING

Victor Ortiz will enter the ring against undefeated five-division world champion Floyd Mayweather Jnr on Saturday as the WBC welterweight champion, but also as a heavy underdog - a tag the Mexican-American insists he is entirely comfortable with.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/11 at 3:25 am

SPEEDWAY

Lakeside Hammers rider Tomasz Jedrzejak has been ruled out of the Elite League play-offs. The Pole, who only signed for Lakeside at the start of September and has yet to make his debut, sustained an ankle injury racing in Sweden on Tuesday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/11 at 3:37 am

RUGBY UNION

World Cup score update... USA 10-3 Russia (after 26 minutes).
World Cup update... USA 10-3 Russia (second half just under way)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/11 at 3:38 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

Result of the first leg of the Superclasico de las Americas friendly between Argentina and Brazil in Cordoba: 0-0.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/11 at 3:47 am

CYCLING

Denmark's four-time track world champion Alex Rasmussen has been suspended by his national cycling federation for missing three out-of-competition doping controls during the past 18 months.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/11 at 4:17 am

World Cup update... USA 10-3 Russia (second half just under way)
World Cup score update... USA 13-6 Russia (after 75 minutes).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/11 at 4:23 am

RUGBY UNION

World Cup final score USA 13-6 Russia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/11 at 4:49 am

Real Madrid winger Cristiano Ronaldo has had his own say on the Dinamo Zagreb fans who booed him during their Champions League clash in Croatia on Wednesday. Following Real's 1-0 win, Ronaldo said: "It's surely because I'm good-looking, rich and a great footballer. They're jealous of me. I don't have any other explanation."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/11 at 4:49 am

ATHLETICS:

Women's world marathon record holder Paula Radcliffe "might have given up" without the "carrot" of the London 2012 Olympics.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/11 at 5:00 am

RUGBY UNION:

United States captain Todd Clever admitted: "I was very nervous," after his side held off World Cup debutants Russia to win their Pool C game 13-6 in New Zealand.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/11 at 5:11 am

PARALYMPICS:

The torch relay for the London 2012 Paralympics will begin on 24 August 2012. Four separate torches will be lit in London, Greater Belfast, Edinburgh and Cardiff and all torches will be taken to Stoke Mandeville. There will then be a 24-hour torch relay from Stoke Manderville to Stratford for the opening ceremony on 28 August.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/11 at 5:30 am

GOLF:

The Seve Trophy, which pits golfers from Great Britain & Ireland against Europe in a Ryder Cup style competition, has started this morning. Just two matches out on the Paris course at the moment, GB&I's Simon Dyson and Jamie Donaldson are two up on Miguel Angel Jimenez and Pablo Larrazabal, while Scott Jamieson and Ross Fisher are one up against Peter Hanson and Raphael Jacquelin.

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Written By: Henk on 09/15/11 at 5:33 am

CYCLING:

Spain's Juan Jose Cobo wins Tour of Spain; GB's Chris Froome 2nd, Bradley Wiggins 3rd

Bauke Mollema finished 4th - the best result by a Dutchman since Joop Zoetemelk's win in 1979! :o

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/11 at 7:03 am

Bauke Mollema finished 4th - the best result by a Dutchman since Joop Zoetemelk's win in 1979! :o
There should be another stage today, I hope it is on television.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/11 at 7:03 am

RUGBY UNION

Hertfordshire-based Saracens have revealed their revised proposal for the refurbishment of Barnet Copthall Stadium, pledging to pump £18m into the venue.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/11 at 7:04 am

CYCLING

Spain's GEOX-TMC rider Carlos Sastre - a surprise Tour de France champion in 2008 - announces his retirement at the age of 36. "The time has come to bring this cycle to a close," he said. "Next year I will start a new phase, although I do not yet know what I will do."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/11 at 7:05 am

WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL

Great Britain's men's team have reached the semi-finals of the European Championships with a convincing 71-55 win over the Netherlands

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/11 at 9:43 am

BADMINTON

Mixed doubles Imogen Bankier and Chris Adcock have reached the quarter-finals of the China Masters Super Series in Changzhou. This is the duo's first competitive action since winning silver at last month's World Badminton Championships.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/11 at 9:44 am

RUGBY UNION

Wales wing star Shane Williams, the country's record try-scorer with 54 in 82 Tests, insists he is concentrating fully on the World Cup in New Zealand rather than his international retirement at the end of this season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/11 at 11:46 am

WORLD FOOTBALL:

FIFA releases a statement confirming Mohammed bin Hammam's ban. It says: "The appeal made by Mohammed bin Hammam has been rejected and the decision of the Fifa Ethics Committee confirmed. The sanction of being banned from taking part in any kind of football-related activity (administrative, sports or any other) at national and international level for life has therefore been maintained."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/11 at 4:03 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray will go from playing Rafael Nadal to taking on a student without a world ranking in Great Britain's Davis Cup clash against Hungary on Friday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 1:33 am

RUGBY UNION:

Lewis Moody to return from injury to captain England against Georgia on Sunday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 3:13 am

RUGBY UNION

Hosts New Zealand kick off their second match off the World Cup against Japan in Hamilton.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 3:14 am

GOLF

Jack Nicklaus says Tiger Woods can still beat his record total of 18 major championships provided he gets control of his mental game, telling reporters we will achieve the feat "if he gets the five inches between his ears squared out".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 4:21 am

TENNIS

World number one Novak Djokovic is not certain to play today's opening singles rubber against David Nalbandian in Serbia's Davis Cup semi-final against Argentina in Belgrade.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 4:22 am

OLYMPICS

Great Britain's Olympic football teams will stay at the athletes village during the 2012 Olympics. Both the womens and mens teams will share accommodation and communal facilities with their fellow Olympians when preparing for matches at Wembley

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 4:23 am

RUGBY UNION

Hosts New Zealand are now 52-0 up against Japan in their second match of the World Cup, having scored six tries in the first half.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 4:38 am

RUGBY UNION

Hirotoki Onozawa has scored a scored a consolation try for Japan, but New Zealand are home and dry in this one, with 10 minutes to play in the Rugby World Cup, they lead 69-7.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 4:58 am

RUGBY UNION

Winger Richard Kahui and Sonny Bill Williams scored two tries each as the All Blacks ran in 13 tries to thrash Japan 83-7 in their rugby World Cup Pool A match at Waikato Stadium.

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Written By: Henk on 09/16/11 at 5:31 am

There should be another stage today, I hope it is on television.

I think not. The Vuelta a España finished last Sunday. ;)

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Written By: Henk on 09/16/11 at 5:33 am

WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL

Great Britain's men's team have reached the semi-finals of the European Championships with a convincing 71-55 win over the Netherlands

Bummer for The Netherlands. :( BTW: I haven't seen any coverage on Dutch television.

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Written By: Henk on 09/16/11 at 5:34 am

RUGBY UNION

Hirotoki Onozawa has scored a scored a consolation try for Japan, but New Zealand are home and dry in this one, with 10 minutes to play in the Rugby World Cup, they lead 69-7.

Ouch! :(

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 6:11 am

Ouch! :(
You win some... ?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 6:11 am

GOLF

Latest from day Two of the Seve Trophy from Paris between Great Britain and Ireland and Continental Europe. Raphael Jacquelin (Fra) & Thomas Bjorn (Den) level with Jamie Donaldson & Simon Dyson (after 4 holes) Peter Hanson (Swe) & Alexander Noren (Swe) 2 up on Ian Poulter & Robert Rock (3) Nicolas Colsaerts (Bel) & Matteo Manassero (Ita) 1 up on Ross Fisher & Scott Jamieson (3) Francesco Molinari (Ita) & Anders Hansen (Den) level with Mark Foster & Lee Westwood (1)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 6:21 am

TENNIS

First day results of the Davis Cup World Group play-off in Sydney: Australia 1-1 Switzerland. Bernard Tomic (AUS) beat Stanislas Warwrinka (SUI) 4-6 6-4 6-3 6-3. Roger Federer (SUI) beat Lleyton Hewitt (AUS) 5-7 7-6 6-2 6-3.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 6:22 am

RUGBY UNION

New Zealand coach Graham Henry praised an impressive showing by Sonny Bill Williams after the All Blacks beat Japan 83-7 earlier. The former rugby league star appeared on the wing as a second-half substitute and scored two of his team's 13 tries. "He certainly made a statement, didn't he?" said Henry.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 7:20 am

BOXING

Britain's 2008 Olympic middleweight champion James DeGale tells BBC Radio 5 live's Ellie Oldroyd and Mike Costello that he has his sights set on a rematch with George Groves, who he lost his British super-middleweight title to in May.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 7:20 am

GOLF

Englishman Tom Lewis, silver medal winner at the 2011 Open in Kent in July, turns professional and signs with sports management company IMG.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 8:07 am

CYCLING

Sharon Fuller, operations director of the Tour of Britain, tells BBC Bristol there has been an accident on today's tour. On the First King of the Mountain stage Ian Bibby, who rides for Motorpoint, broke his collar bone and has been taken to hospital

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 8:41 am

RUGBY UNION

Newcastle fly-half Jimmy Gopperth has called for supporters to show patience with Alan Tait's new-look squad at Kingston Park. Falcons have lost their opening two games against Bath and Exeter in the Premiership, with five of the club's summer arrivals making their debuts.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 8:51 am

CYCLING

Britain's Chris Froome, who finished second in the Tour of Spain, has signed a new three-year contract with Team Sky.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 9:54 am

TENNIS

In the Davis Cup semi-finals, Spain's Rafael Nadal thrashed France's Richard Gasquet 6-3 6-0 6-1 in the opening singles rubber. In the other semi-final, Serbia's Novak Djokovic, who won the US Open on Monday, has pulled out of his opening match against Argentina's David Nalbandian because of back pain.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 9:54 am

GOLF

Irish three-time major winner Padraig Harrington is planning to use next week's Austrian Open to test out his re-modelled swing as he aims to kick start his 2012 Ryder Cup qualification campaign. "I have been working hard with my coach and I am ready to test out the new swing under competitive conditions," he said.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 9:55 am

WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL

The Great Britain women's team trail the Netherlands 30-16 at half-time in their European Championship semi-final in Israel. The GB men face Poland in their semi-final later on Friday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 9:56 am

GOLF

Latest Seve Trophy results (Continental Europe names first): - Raphael Jacquelin (Fra) & Thomas Bjorn (Den) v Jamie Donaldson & Simon Dyson match halved, Peter Hanson (Swe) & Alexander Noren (Swe) bt Ian Poulter & Robert Rock 5 & 3 Francesco Molinari (Ita) & Anders Hansen (Den) bt Mark Foster & Lee Westwood 5 & 3.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 9:56 am

MOTO GP

The second practice session for Sunday's Aragon MotoGP has been cancelled due to a power cut in Spain. Saturday's morning practice will be extended.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 10:04 am

SPANISH FOOTBALL

Real Madrid says its revenues increased by 8% over the 2010-11 season to reach a record figure of nearly £480.2m euros .

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 10:27 am

WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL

Disappointment for the Great Britain women's team who lose 58-38 to the Netherlands in the semi-finals of the European Championships in Israel. They will now face France for bronze. Next up on court are the GB men who play Poland in the last four.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 10:55 am

GERMAN FOOTBALL

British sportscar maker Aston Martin has become a sponsor of German second division club 1860 Munich.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 11:02 am

TENNIS

World number one and US Open champion Novak Djokovic pulls out of Serbia's opening Davis Cup semi-final rubber against Argentina on Friday, suffering from fatigue as well as a back injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 11:30 am

TENNIS

David Nalbandian beat ViktorTroicki 6-4 4-6 6-2 6-3 to give Argentina a 1-0 lead over holders Serbia in their Davis Cup semi-final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 11:43 am

CYCLING:

Rabobank's Lars Boom wins Tour of Britain stage six, extending his overall lead to 28 seconds

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 11:44 am

CYCLING:

Brit Chris Froome, who finished second in Tour of Spain, signs new three-year contract with Team Sky

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 11:44 am

CYCLING:

Britain's Bradley Wiggins to ride both time trial and road race at World Championships next week

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 11:49 am

GOLF

Great Britain and Ireland lead Continental Europe Five and a half points to Four and a half after day Two of the Seve Trophy Paris. Miguel Angel Jimenez and fellow Spaniard Pablo Larrazabal beat Open champion Darren Clarke and partner David Horsey 3&2, and rookie pairing Nicolas Colsaerts and Matteo Manassero claimed a two-up win over Scott Jamieson and Ross Fisher. Thomas Bjorn and Raphael Jacquelin, who fought back from three down to square the round against Simon Dyson and Jamie Donaldson.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 12:07 pm

BOXING

Britain's Amir Khan will defend his world light-welterweight titles against US mandatory challenger Lamont Peterson on December 10, according to promoter Richard Schaefer.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 12:27 pm

Paris Saint-Germain sporting director Leonardo has revealed he would like to bring David Beckham to the club.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 12:37 pm

WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL

RESULT from European Wheelchair Basketball Championships in Nazareth, Israel. Mens semi-final: GB 65 Poland 55. GB to play Germany in final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 12:48 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Sion claim they have won a court injunction that invalidates Atletico Madrid's 2-0 victory over Celtic and Udinese's 2-1 defeat of Rennes. Uefa threw Sion out of the competition for fielding ineligible players. And Sion lost an appeal against the decision by European football's governing body.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 1:03 pm

TENNIS

James Ward put Great Britain 1-0 up in their Davis Cup Europe/Africa Zone Group II promotion play-off against Hungary in Glasgow with a 6-4 6-4 4-6 6-4 victory over Attila Balazs.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 1:18 pm

ATHLETICS

Olympic champion Kenenisa Bekele set the fastest time of the year in the 10,000 meters at the Van Damme Memorial, with a time of 26 minutes, 43.16 seconds, beating the year's best mark set by Mo Farah by 3.41 seconds.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 1:34 pm

ATHLETICS

World 400m hurdles champion Dai Greene had to settle for second place behind Javier Culson at the Van Damme Memorial.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 1:35 pm

ATHLETICS

Hannah England could only manage fifth place in the 1500 meters. American Morgan Uceny won the race in a time of 4:00.06 .

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 1:38 pm

ATHLETICS

Usain Bolt ran the fasted time of the year in the 100 meters. Bolt clocked 9.77 seconds, ahead of Jamacia's Nesta Carter.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 1:47 pm

ATHLETICS

The Jamaican Yohan Blake has won the 200m in a world year best of 19.26, which is in fact faster than Usain Bolt on the same distance. The American Walter Dix came in second in 19.53. Another Jamaican Nickel Ashmeade was third, 19.91.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 1:49 pm

ATHLETICS

The Jamaican Yohan Blake has won the 200m in a world year best of 19.26, which is in fact faster than Usain Bolt on the same distance. The American Walter Dix came in second in 19.53. Another Jamaican Nickel Ashmeade was third, 19.91.
The World Record for the 200m is 19.19, which is held by Usain Bolt in Berlin in 2009.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 1:52 pm

TENNIS

Britain's number three Heather Watson has lost her quarter-final match at the WTA Tour tournament in Quebec City, Canada. The 19-year-old from Guernsey was beaten by third seed Tamira Paszek of Austria 6-4 7-6 (7-5).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 2:06 pm

ATHLETICS

200m winner Yohan Blake: "Tonight I was looking for 19.5 seconds. I was expecting something fast but not this fast. I'm like a beast."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 2:06 pm

ATHLETICS

World 100m hurdles champion Sally Pearson crashes out of the event in tears after clipping a hurdle. The Australian looks shocked but is ok. America's Danielle Carruthers wins in 12.65 seconds.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 2:07 pm

ATHLETICS

100m winner Usain Bolt after running 9.76 seconds in Brussels: "It was never a doubt in my mind that I would run fast. I was slouchy in Zagreb, but today I was happy." On his false start in Daegu, he adds: "It's never going to happen again. I made one mistake but I don't plan to make it again."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 2:23 pm

ATHLETICS

South Africa's Oscar Pitorious after finishing third in the 400m in 45.46 seconds behind identical Belgian twins Jonathan and Kevin Borlee: "I'm happy with my second fastest time. I was feeling tired after the World Championships, but it was more than I could have asked for."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 2:38 pm

ATHLETICS

Britain's Christine Ohuruogu after finishing fifth in the women's 400m, behind Botswanan winner Amantle Montsho: "It was quite a tough race but I'm happy to be here. I was hoping for a faster time. I've been quite bad a bit over the past three years. If it was that easy everyone would be doing it."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 2:45 pm

TENNIS

Great Britain's Andy Murray wins his opening singles match in the Davis Cup tie against Hungary, beating student Sebo Kiss 6-0 6-2 7-6. Britain now lead the tie 2-0

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 2:49 pm

TENNIS

Argentina's Juan Martin del Potro has beaten Serbia's Janko Tipsarevic 7-5 6-3 6-4 to give the South Americans a 2-0 lead in the Davis Cup semi-final. Earlier, David Nalbandian beat Novak Djokovic's replacement, Viktor Troicki.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 3:28 pm

TENNIS

In the other Davis Cup semi-final Spain also hold a 2-0 lead, this time over France, after David Ferrer beat Gilles Simon 6-1 6-4 6-1. Earlier, Rafael Nadal beat Richard Gasquet in straight sets.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 3:28 pm

BASKETBALL

Spain and France will contest the European basketball championship final and have qualified for next year's Olympics in London after beating Macedonia and Russia respectively. The results were: Spain 92-80 Macedonia, France 79-71 Russia with the final on Sunday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 3:53 pm

ATHLETICS

Former world sprint champion Ato Boldon on Twitter: "One thing is for sure: Yohan Blake just ran the 2nd 100m of that 200m faster than anyone who's ever run a 200m in human history."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 3:57 pm

RUGBY UNION

Former England prop Gareth Chilcott on BBC Radio on England's prospects against Georgia on Sunday: "I don't believe Georgia will give us any problems and I think that we'll be comfortable winners."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 4:08 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE

Warrington have beaten Huddersfield 47-0 in the Super League qualifying play-off. That means the Wolves will be able to choose their semi-final opponents.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 11:34 pm

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Australia flanker David Pocock out of Pool C clash against Ireland due to a sore back

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/11 at 11:59 pm

OLYMPICS:

World badminton silver medallist Chris Adcock says the rivalry for mixed doubles 2012 Olympic places will help the Great Britain squad

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RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Argentina beat Romania 43-8 in Pool B match at Rugby Park Stadium, Invercargill

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/17/11 at 3:26 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Holders South Africa beat Fiji 49-3 in Pool D at Wellington Regional Stadium

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/17/11 at 5:32 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Ireland upset the odds by beating Australia 15-6 in their Pool C match in Auckland

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/17/11 at 8:00 am

ATHLETICS:

Britain's world 5,000m champion Mo Farah wins the two-mile race at the Great City Games

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/17/11 at 8:19 am

TENNIS:

Colin Fleming and Ross Hutchins seek to beat Hungary's Kornel Bardoczky and Attila Balazs to clinch victory for Great Britain in their Davis Cup tie in Glasgow.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/17/11 at 9:37 am

MOTOGP:

Casey Stoner secures pole spot for the Aragon MotoGP on Sunday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/17/11 at 10:25 am

TENNIS:

GB win the doubles match against Hungary to clinch unassailable 3-0 lead in their Davis Cup tie

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/17/11 at 11:03 am

GOLF:

GB & Ireland take an 11.5 - 6.5 lead against Continental Europe in Seve Trophy

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/17/11 at 3:00 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Catalan Dragons beat Hull KR 56-6 in Super League play-off semi-final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/17/11 at 3:57 pm

GOLF:

Justin Rose leads BMW Championship by four shots after shooting third-round 69

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/11 at 2:02 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Wales beat Samoa 17-10 at Waikato Stadium in Hamilton to gain first win in Pool D

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/11 at 2:03 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

England lead Georgia 17-10 at half-time of Pool B match in Otago Stadium, Dunedin

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/11 at 2:03 am

BOXING:

Unbeaten Floyd Mayweather wins WBC welterweight title with 4th rd knock-out of Victor Ortiz

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/11 at 3:02 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

England beat Georgia 41-10 in Dunedin to top Pool B above Scotland

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/11 at 7:56 am

BOXING:

Unbeaten Floyd Mayweather wins WBC welterweight title with 4th rd knock-out of Victor Ortiz
Floyd Mayweather claimed the WBC welterweight title with a controversial victory over Victor Ortiz in Las Vegas.

Mayweather knocked out Ortiz at the end of the fourth round to extend his unbeaten record to 42 fights.

But the 34-year-old appeared to land the knockout blows while Ortiz was apologising after delivering a headbutt seconds earlier.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/11 at 7:57 am

GOLF:

GB&I defend Seve Trophy by beating Continental Europe 15 ½-12 ½ in Paris

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/11 at 7:57 am

ATHLETICS:

Kenya's Martin Mathathi wins the men's 31st Bupa Great North Run in course record time

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/11 at 7:57 am

MOTOGP:

Australia's Casey Stoner wins the Aragon MotoGP to extend his championship lead to 44 points

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/11 at 8:49 am

TENNIS:

Andy Murray wins his singles match to extend GB's Davis Cup lead to 4-0 over Hungary in Glasgow

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/11 at 9:10 am

GOLF:

GB&I defend Seve Trophy by beating Continental Europe 15 ½-12 ½ in Paris

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/11 at 9:11 am

TENNIS:

Novak Djokovic withdraws from Davis Cup meaning Argentina progress to face Spain in final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/11 at 10:12 am

Best penalty ever!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tLK0CQW5gs4

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/11 at 10:37 am

CYCLING:

Lars Boom wins the Tour of Britain, Stephen Cummings second

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/11 at 12:29 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

St Helens beat Wigan 26-18 in Super League qualifying play-off

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/11 at 1:30 am

EQUESTRIAN:

Britain's Nick Skelton wins individual bronze at European show jumping championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/11 at 1:30 am

GOLF:

Justin Rose shoots final round 71 to win PGA Tour's BMW Championship by two shots

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/11 at 1:30 am

CYCLING:

Mark Cavendish wins Tour of Britain final stage; Dutch rider Lars Boom wins event overall

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/11 at 11:23 am

TENNIS:

British tennis player Andy Murray insists there is a very real threat of strike action over changes to the tennis calender.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/11 at 11:23 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Leicester no 8 Tom Waldrom to fly to NZ as cover for England's Nick Easter (sore back)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/11 at 11:24 am

HORSE RACING:

Ginger McCain, trainer of legendary racehorse Red Rum, dies at the age of 80

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/11 at 12:27 pm

CYCLING

Forty-six-year-old Julia Shaw, who won a Commonwealth bronze medal last year, has been added to the Great Britain squad for Wednesday's women's time trial at the Road World Championships. She will compete for GB alongside defending world champion Emma Pooley, who she beat in Delhi.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/11 at 12:27 pm

GOLF

Former world number one Tiger Woods has announced that he will compete in a charity golf event at the Masters Golf Club in Miki City in Japan on 1 November against three top Japanese women's players - Miho Koga, Shinobu Moromizato and Rui Kitada.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/11 at 12:29 pm

SQUASH:

Third seed Joan Lezaud of France wins the Costa Rica Open, beating Jonathan Uriel Ramos Islas of Mexico in five sets in the final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/11 at 12:30 pm

TENNIS:

Fifth seed Tommy Robredo is beaten 6-4 7-6 by unseeded Joao Souza of Brazil in the first round of the ATP event in Bucharest.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/11 at 12:31 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL:

Hamburg SV have sacked coach Michael Oenning after losing their fifth league game out of six on Saturday, their worst start to the Bundesliga.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/11 at 12:47 pm

GOLF

United States Presidents Cup captain Fred Couples has a short list of candidates to be his final captain's pick alongside former world number one Tiger Woods, and he says he will use the Tour Championship as one last audition.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/11 at 1:04 pm

OLYMPICS

More than a million extra tickets for the London Olympics, including thousands for all the most popular events, will not go on sale until next Spring. They were held back while seating plans were finalised and were expected to go on sale as early as December, but that is now unlikely to happen before April 2012.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/11 at 1:15 pm

Real Madrid's Portuguese duo Fabio Coentrao and Pepe have been sidelined with muscle strains which they picked up during their side's shock 1-0 loss to Levante on Sunday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/11 at 1:32 pm

TENNIS

Marcos Baghdatis of Cyprus won seven straight games on his way to a 7-5, 6-2 win over Germany's Matthias Bachinger in the first round of the Moselle Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/11 at 1:39 pm

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

England fly-half Toby Flood says his side made "simple errors" in their 41-10 victory over Georgia and admits "big steps" need to be made to equal Wales' and Ireland's starts to the Rugby World Cup.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/11 at 1:46 pm

Olympic tickets

More than a million tickets for the London Olympics, held back from sale earlier this year while seating plans were finalised, will not be available until next Spring

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/11 at 1:53 pm

WATER POLO

Great Britain's women's water polo team warmed up for their key European Championship qualifier against Ukraine by winning bronze in the Four Nations.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/11 at 2:44 pm

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Bryan Habana recovers from his knee injury to earn a place in the South Africa side for Thursday's match with Namibia, one of five changes for the South Africans.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/11 at 1:25 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

France name scrum-half Morgan Parra at 10 & Traille at full-back for Pool A match v NZ

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/11 at 11:44 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Former Castleford coach Terry Matterson will join North Queensland as assistant to Neil Henry from November.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/11 at 11:46 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

England have named uncapped Hull KR centre Kirk Welham in their initial train-on squad for the Four Nations Series, which features Australia, New Zealand and Wales. Welham, 24, scored 26 tries for Rovers this season and is the club's ony representative in the England squad.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/11 at 11:47 am

RUGBY UNION:

Australia winger James O'Connor is ruled out of the Rugby World Cup match against the United States on Friday because of a hamstring strain.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/11 at 11:47 am

SAILING:

Ben Ainslie on his selection for Finn class for London 2012: "Previous qualification experiences helped, but at the same time having the Olympics in the UK puts that added bit of pressure on. We all want to compete on home waters. The competition was strong. Having four top GB sailors battling for qualification meant I had to be at my best in every race."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/11 at 11:47 am

JUDO:

Daniel Lascau is named as the British Judo Association's new performance director.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/11 at 11:48 am

CYCLING:

Briton Bradley Wiggins is looking forward to the world time trial on Wednesday: "It's going to be really close as there is not much give on the course. There is not a place where you can lose a lot. It is just really physical, and for whoever can sustain the best for an hour."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/11 at 11:49 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Halifax have signed former Castleford, Widnes and Hull half-back Anthony Thackery, and Paul Handforth, the Batley captain, for the 2012 season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/11 at 11:49 am

ATHLETICS:

London's bid to host the 2017 World Championships, at the 2012 Olympic Stadium, will be assessed by the IAAF's evaluation commission on 2 October. The IAAF team will then head to London's sole rival, Doha. The winning bid is due to be announced on 11 November.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/11 at 11:51 am

GOLF:

The Scottish Open is seeking a new sponsor after Barclays declined to renew its contract.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/11 at 11:52 am

OLYMPICS:

Former sports minister Richard Caborn will tell a conference on Wednesday that there have been "disastrous" results in the drive to increase sports participation on the back of the London 2012 Olympics.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/11 at 11:53 am

FOOTBALL:

Bayern Munich's Brazilian defender Breno was treated in hospital for smoke inhalation early on Tuesday after his house caught fire and was almost completely destroyed, police have said.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/11 at 12:16 pm

GOLF

Luke Donald says the $10m (£6.36m) bonus for the overall FedExCup winner is not an incentive for him at this week's Tour Championship. "I'm not really thinking about the money," the 33-year-old English world number one said. "I'm really more concentrating on winning the tournament, picking up another trophy, winning the FedExCup, hopefully winning Player of the Year that comes with it."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/11 at 1:11 pm

OLYMPICS:

The British Olympic Association has been forced to water down commercial demands on athletes competing at London 2012 after opposition from potential competitors and their agents

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/11 at 1:16 pm

GYMNASTICS:

British gymnasts Mimi Cesar, Kezi Gore and Frankie Jones put in stronger individual performances with the hoop on the second day of the World Rhythmic Gymnastics Championships in Montpellier, France. The top British athlete at the event will secure a spot at London 2012, after the British Olympic Association took up a Host Nation Qualification Place for rhythmic gymnastics.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/11 at 2:24 pm

HORSE RACING:

Former Newmarket trainer Michael Jarvis dies, aged 73

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/11 at 2:24 pm

WORLD CYCLING:

Britain's Emma Pooley wins bronze medal in women's time-trial

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/11 at 12:02 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL:

Inter Milan sack coach Gian Piero Gasperini after only five matches in charge

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/11 at 12:02 pm

RUGBY WORLD CUP 2011:

Tonga beat Japan 31-18 in latest Pool A game

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/11 at 12:02 pm

WORLD CYCLING:

Britain's Bradley Wiggins wins silver medal in time trial behind new champion Tony Martin

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/11 at 12:03 pm

DARTS:

Darts broadcaster Sid Waddell has been diagnosed with bowel cancer, his manager has confirmed.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/11 at 12:03 pm

GOLF:

American golfer Scott Verplank will be out of action for around five months after undergoing surgery to rebuild his left wrist

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/11 at 12:08 pm

BADMINTON:

British pair Imogen Bankier and Chris Adcock reach the last 16 of the Japan Open in Tokyo. The World silver medallists beat the home pairing of Noriyasu Hirata and Miyuki Maeda 21-17 25-23.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/11 at 12:09 pm

GOLF:

English rookie Melissa Reid believes Europe's Solheim Cup team can spring a surprise by beating their American counterparts in this weekend's transatlantic battle.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/11 at 12:09 pm

TENNIS:

Briton Heather Watson is through to the quarter-finals of the Aegon GB Pro-Series event in Shrewsbury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/11 at 12:17 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Harlequins prop Joe Marler has his ban for striking an opponent reduced from three weeks to two following a Rugby Football Union appeal hearing.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/11 at 12:21 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Leeds prop forward Ryan Bailey has been cleared to play in Friday's Super League preliminary semi-final against Huddersfield after successfully overturning a one-match ban.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/11 at 12:00 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL:

Former Chelsea boss Claudio Ranieri named new manager of Inter Milan

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/11 at 12:00 pm

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Group leaders South Africa beat Namibia 87-0 in Pool D

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/11 at 12:02 pm

FORMULA ONE:

Two-time Singapore Grand Prix winner Fernando Alonso acknowledges it will be difficult to win at Marina Bay for a third time this weekend despite the Ferrari driver's desperate need for a victory. Alonso trails drivers' championship leader Sebastian Vettel of Red Bull by 112 points with six races to go. Alonso said on Ferrari's website that "a third victory to go with those of 2008 and last year would clearly be fantastic, but I know that it will be very hard."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/11 at 12:02 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Bradford Bulls have terminated contract of former GB winger Gareth Raynor for "severe breach of Club discipline"

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/11 at 12:03 pm

GOLF:

Rory McIlroy is understood to have agreed a multi-million pound sponsorship contract with banking group Santander. The eight-figure deal will see Santander UK's name appear on the 22-year-old's clothing, and McIlroy will also front a TV ad campaign for the banking giants.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/11 at 12:04 pm

GOLF:

England's Tom Lewis has birdied his first hole as a professional at the Austrian Open this morning. Lewis, who led the 2011 Open Championship after carding the lowest score by an amateur before going on to win the Silver Medal, is currently one over after 13 holes.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/11 at 12:06 pm

CYCLING: Bradley Wiggins will target the Tour de France next year even if it hampers his chances at the London 2012 Olympics. The British rider, who won World Championship silver in the road race time trial on Wednesday, said: "I want to try and win the Tour so if I try and win the Tour it's going to jeopardise slightly winning gold in the time trial."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/11 at 12:06 pm

RUGBY UNION

Gloucester flanker Andy Hazell has been ruled out for around six weeks after undergoing surgery on a broken thumb.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/11 at 12:07 pm

MOTOGP

Loris Capirossi will miss the Japanese MotoGP next weekend with a dislocated shoulder.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/11 at 12:09 pm

TENNIS:

Britain's Heather Watson has beaten compatriot Naomi Broady 7-5 6-7 (6-8) 6-3 to reach the semi-finals of the Aegon GB Pro-Series women's event in Shrewsbury. Fellow Brit Anne Keothavong was knocked out, losing 6-1 6-4 to Mona Barthel of Germany.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/11 at 12:10 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL

Former United States boss Bob Bradley is appointed coach of African champions Egypt. His deal runs until the 2014 World Cup.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/11 at 12:12 pm

GOLF

Walker Cup hero Paul Cutler shot an opening round of five-over-par 77 on his professional debut at the Austrian Open in Atzenbrugg on Thursday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/11 at 3:03 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL

Diego Maradona has registered his first competitive victory as coach of Dubai side Al Wasl with a 3-0 home win over Emirates in the Etisalat Cup. The match was Maradona's second in charge.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/11 at 3:04 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL

Four English based players, defenders Fabio (Manchester United) and David Luiz (Chelsea), and midfielders Lucas Leiva (Liverpool) and Sandro (Tottenham) have been named in Brazil's squad for their friendlies with Costa Rica on 7 October and Mexico on 11 October.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/11 at 3:27 pm

TENNIS:

Martina Navratilova lends her support to Andy Murray after his assertion that players could strike in protest at their packed schedule.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/11 at 1:16 am

A BBC Newsnight investigation uncovers evidence of secret payments from an Azerbaijani to boxing organisers, which whistleblowers allege is part of a deal to secure two gold medals at London 2012.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/11 at 11:50 am

GOLF: Former Open champion John Daly has walked off the course in the Austrian Open. He had a row with the tournament referee over a disputed drop, and has decided enough was enough. Repercussions to follow.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/11 at 11:51 am

TENNIS:

Roger Federer has pulled out of next month's Shanghai Masters because of injury with the former world number one insisting he needs to rest after a gruelling year.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/11 at 12:23 pm

BOXING:

Britain's WBC super-middleweight champion Carl Froch confirms that his unification clash with Andre Ward next month has been postponed after the Californian WBA champion suffered a cut in sparring. The fight is now due to take place in December.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/11 at 12:24 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Harlequins' veteran prop forward Karl Temata has signed a new contract for 2012 that will make him the club's longest-serving player.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/11 at 12:47 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Crusaders have been refused entry into the Championship for 2012 but have been offered a place in Championship One. The Wrexham-based club opted to withdraw their application for a new Super League licence in July.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/11 at 12:50 pm

GOLF:

England's Robert Coles holds a share of the lead at the halfway stage of the Austrian Open in Atzenbrugg. Coles is on seven under along with Dutchman Joost Luiten, Denmark's Thomas Norret and India's Gaganjeet Bhullar.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/11 at 1:38 pm

GOLF:

After the first day of action at the Solheim Cup, Europe lead USA 4.5 to 3.5 after Suzann Pettersen and Anna Nordqvist beat Cristie Kerr and Michelle Wie in the final match of the day at Killeen Castle in Ireland.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/11 at 1:38 pm

FORMULA ONE:

Championship leader Sebastian Vettel, who finished quickest in Friday's practice for the Singapore Grand Prix, tells the BBC it looks pretty tight between his Red Bull team and rivals McLaren and Ferrari.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/11 at 2:07 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Leroy Cudjoe and Joe Wardle return to the Huddersfield side for their Super League play-off preliminary semi-final against the Leeds Rhinos, who are unchanged. Kick-off at the Galpharm Stadium is at 2000 BST

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/11 at 2:07 pm

CYCLING:

Britain's Emma Pooley has told BBC Radio Norfolk that the course is too flat for her to win a medal in Saturday's road race at the World Cycling Championships in Denmark and instead she will be riding to help her sprint team-mates. Pooley won bronze in the time trial earlier in the week.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/11 at 2:44 pm

GOLF:

Former Ryder Cup skipper Bernard Gallacher believes the leadership skills Paul McGinley displayed at the Seve Trophy last week have made the Irishman the leading candidate to captain Europe's Ryder Cup team in 2014. "Paul looks like a natural choice as captain for Gleneagles," Gallacher told Reuters

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/11 at 1:00 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Leeds beat Huddersfield 34-28 in Super League qualifying play-off

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/11 at 1:00 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Stephen Jones to win record 101st Welsh cap after being named in side to face Namibia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/11 at 1:05 am

Endurance athlete Diana Nyad begins another attempt at a world-record swim from Cuba to Florida, after an asthma attack halted her last try.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/11 at 6:35 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Mark Cueto & Chris Ashton score hat-tricks as England thrash Romania 67-3 in Dunedin

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/11 at 6:35 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Hosts New Zealand into quarter-finals after 37-17 Pool A win over France in Auckland

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/11 at 1:53 pm

GOLF:

Europe and USA tied at 8-8 heading into final day's singles in Solheim Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/11 at 1:54 pm

FORMULA 1:

Sebastian Vettel takes pole for Singapore Grand Prix from Mark Webber and Jenson Button

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/11 at 3:18 am

Paula Radcliffe and Haile Gebrselassie are hoping a fast time at Sunday's Berlin marathon will guarantee them a place at London 2012.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/11 at 5:27 am

ATHLETICS:

Kenya's Patrick Makau wins Berlin marathon in world record time of 2:03.38

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/11 at 5:28 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Thomas Waldrom joins England squad as replacement for injured prop Andrew Sheridan

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/11 at 5:28 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Scotland lose 13-12 to Argentina in dramatic Pool B match in Wellington

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/11 at 5:28 am

ATHLETICS:

Paula Radcliffe inside London 2012 time when third to Berlin marathon winner Florence Kiplagat

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/11 at 6:55 am

GOLF:

Play suspended at the Solheim Cup in County Meath due to waterlogged course

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/11 at 8:29 am

FORMULA 1:

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel, who could clinch his second successive world title, leads from Jenson Button and Mark Webber at the Singapore Grand Prix.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/11 at 8:40 am

WOMEN'S SUPER LEAGUE CONTINENTAL CUP FINAL UPDATE:

Arsenal 0-0 Birmingham City: No goals in a scrappy opening 20 minutes, being played on a slippy surface at Burton Albion's Pirelli Stadium following steady rain. Birmingham midfielder Jo Potter has come closest to scoring, firing a 30 yard free-kick over the bar.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/11 at 9:20 am

CYCLING:

Britain's Mark Cavendish wins world road race title in sprint finish in Denmark

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/11 at 9:21 am

FORMULA 1:

Sebastian Vettel wins Singapore Grand Prix but must wait to win second world title

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/11 at 10:18 am

GOLF:

Europe 11 v 10 USA

Play suspended at Solheim Cup in Ireland because of threat of lightning

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/11 at 10:19 am

FORMULA 1:

Sebastian Vettel wins Singapore Grand Prix but must wait to win second world title

Britain's Jenson Button finishes second in Singapore, Mark Webber takes third

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/11 at 11:46 am

US woman Diana Nyad gives up her attempt to swim the 103-mile channel dividing Cuba from Florida because of jellyfish stings

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/11 at 1:17 pm

GOLF:

Europe win Solheim Cup with 15-13 victory over the United States

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/11 at 1:22 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Hull KR confirm the appointment of Australian Craig Sandercock as their new coach

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/11 at 1:22 am

GOLF:

Bill Haas wins Tour Championship and FedEx Cup after play-off victory in Atlanta; Luke Donald third

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/11 at 1:22 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Warrington pick Leeds for the semi-final of the Super League play-offs; St Helens face Wigan

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/11 at 1:23 am

CYCLING:

Britain's Mark Cavendish wins world road race title in sprint finish in Denmark

Mark Cavendish becomes Britain's first world road race champion for 46 years as the eight-man GB cycling team rides a near-perfect race in Denmark.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/11 at 1:35 am

BOXING:

Next month's showdown bout between Carl Froch and Andre Ward is postponed after Ward suffered an eye injury in training.

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Written By: Henk on 09/26/11 at 5:54 am

Mark Cavendish becomes Britain's first world road race champion for 46 years as the eight-man GB cycling team rides a near-perfect race in Denmark.

Great job by the team, and congrats to Cavendish. It was well deserved.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/11 at 11:35 am

Great job by the team, and congrats to Cavendish. It was well deserved.
As year has gone by, Mark Cavendish has got better and better.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/11 at 11:39 am

RUGBY UNION

Scotland attack coach Gregor Townsend looks ahead to Saturday's make-or-break clash with England at the Rugby World Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/11 at 11:41 am

GOLF:

Englishman Luke Donald remains top of the world rankings in the latest release this week, but American Bill Haas rises 25 places to world number 20 following his FedEx Cup triumph in Atlanta over the weekend.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/11 at 12:10 pm

JUDO:

Double Olympic judo champion David Douillet is named as France's new Sports Minister, report Reuters. His biggest challenge will be overseeing preparations for France to host the Euro 2016 football championship.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/11 at 12:11 pm

PARALYMPICS:

The first phase of Paralympic ticket sales with applications due to close at 1800 BST

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/11 at 3:29 pm

PARALYMPICS:

The first phase of Paralympic ticket sales with applications due to close at 1800 BST
Window for ticket applications closes with several sessions over subscribed

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/11 at 1:13 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Canada and Japan draw 23-23 in Napier in Pool A

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/11 at 1:13 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Delon Armitage says England are fully prepared to withstand the challenge of "dangerous" Scotland when they meet in Auckland on Saturday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/11 at 3:34 pm

HORSE RACING:

Jockey Tony McCoy says he supports the changes to the rules regarding the use of whips bought in by the British Horseracing Authority (BHA).

The champion jockey believes they're for "the good of horse racing" and thinks it will help that the BHA have been so prescriptive about the use of the whip.

The new rules come in on 10 October but despite his approval the BBC Sports personality of the year says the whip cannot be banned as it wouldn't be possible to race horses without one.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/29/11 at 1:03 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

England kicking coach Dave Alred and fitness coach Paul Stridgeon suspended by RFU

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/29/11 at 1:03 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

England make three changes & Scotland six to starting XVs for Saturday's crunch clash

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/29/11 at 1:04 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Alred & Stridgeon miss Scotland game after Jonny Wilkinson used wrong ball v Romania

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/29/11 at 1:59 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray beats Michael Berrer 6-4 6-2 in Thailand Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/29/11 at 1:59 pm

BOXING:

Ricky Hatton's depression after being knocked out by Manny Pacquiao almost drove him to suicide, the boxer reveals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/30/11 at 1:22 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Ireland prefer Ronan O'Gara at fly-half and Conor Murray at scrum-half against Italy

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/30/11 at 1:23 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Wales rest Shane Williams for group game v Fiji, Halfpenny and North on wings

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/30/11 at 10:48 pm

CYCLING:

Sir Chris Hoy wins Keirin title at National Track Championships in Manchester

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/30/11 at 10:49 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Worcester beat Northampton 12-3 in Aviva Premiership

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/30/11 at 10:49 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Edinburgh end Munster's perfect start to RaboDirect Pro 12 season with 29-14 win

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/30/11 at 10:49 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Leeds Rhinos through to Super League Grand Final after 26-24 win at Warrington Wolves

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/30/11 at 10:50 pm

TENNIS:

British number one Andy Murray secures his place in the Thailand Open semi-finals with a straight-sets win over promising Bulgarian Grigor Dimitrov.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/30/11 at 10:50 pm

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

England manager Martin Johnson says his side will go all out for victory in their World Cup showdown with Scotland, while Andy Robinson calls on his side to "use every emotion" to secure victory.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/30/11 at 11:38 pm

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Australia beat Russia 68-22 in Pool C match in Nelson

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/01/11 at 5:46 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

A late try from Chris Ashton sees England beat Scotland 16-12 & qualify for quarter-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/01/11 at 5:46 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Tonga cause one of the great World Cup upsets by beating France 19-14 in Wellington

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/01/11 at 5:48 am

MOTOGP:

Casey Stoner takes his 10th pole position of the season in Japan ahead of Jorge Lorenzo

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/01/11 at 8:03 am

TENNIS:

Andy Murray defeats Gilles Simon 6-2 3-6 6-2 to reach the final of the Thailand Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/01/11 at 9:19 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Injured New Zealand star Dan Carter to miss Canada game & possibly rest of World Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/01/11 at 2:02 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

St Helens through to Grand Final meeting with Leeds after beating Wigan 26-18

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/01/11 at 3:11 pm

TENNIS:

Agnieszka Radwanska kept up her winning record in finals this season by beating Vera Zvonareva of Russia to win the WTA Pan Pacific Open in Tokyo.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/11 at 2:35 am

MOTOGP:

Dani Pedrosa wins Japanese MotoGP ahead of Jorge Lorenzo and Casey Stoner

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/11 at 2:36 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

England's Delon Armitage cited for dangerous high tackle on Scotland's Chris Paterson

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/11 at 2:36 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

England reprimand three players over comments made to female hotel worker

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/11 at 2:37 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Scotland eliminated after Argentina beat Georgia 25-7 to finish second in Pool B

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/11 at 2:37 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

St Helens through to Grand Final meeting with Leeds after beating Wigan 26-18

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/11 at 2:37 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Wales qualify for quarter-finals after their 66-0 Pool D win against Fiji in Hamilton

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/11 at 5:50 am

TENNIS:

Britain's Andy Murray wins Thailand Open with 6-2 6-0 victory against American Donald Young

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/11 at 5:50 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Ireland to play Wales in quarter-finals after beating Italy 36-6 in Dunedin to top Pool C

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/11 at 11:28 am

HORSE RACING:

Danedream wins Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe from Shareta and Snow Fairy

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/11 at 11:29 am

GOLF:

Michael Hoey wins the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship by two shots from Rory McIlroy

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/11 at 12:25 pm

Journey times on some of London's roads could more than double during the Olympics next year, Transport for London (TfL) has admitted.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/11 at 1:30 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Delon Armitage out of England's quarter-final against France after given one-match ban

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/11 at 1:31 am

WORLD FOOTBALL:

Banned ex-Asian Football Confederation chief Mohammed Bin Hammam fails to block replacement

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/11 at 1:26 pm

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Jeremy Guscott has told BBC Sport that some England players have shown a "lack of respect" at the World Cup.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/11 at 1:27 pm

RUGBY UNION:

A bouncer pleads not guilty to illegally accessing CCTV footage of England skipper Mike Tindall

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/04/11 at 1:15 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Officials fine England centre Manu Tuilagi £4,800 for wearing sponsored mouthguard

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/04/11 at 11:58 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Officials fine England centre Manu Tuilagi £4,800 for wearing sponsored mouthguard

England centre Shontayne Hape says some of his team-mates' behaviour has let the squad down but urges them to focus on beating France in the World Cup quarter-finals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/05/11 at 1:33 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Ireland name injury doubt Rory Best in team to play Wales in Rugby World Cup QF

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/05/11 at 2:33 pm

ATHLETICS:

World 5,000m champion Mo Farah is named European Athlete of the Year

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/05/11 at 2:34 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray beats Marcos Baghdatis 7-6 (7-4) 2-6 6-4 in first round of Japan Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/05/11 at 2:42 pm

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

South Africa captain John Smit returns to starting line-up for quarter-final v Australia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/11 at 1:29 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Ireland confirm hooker Rory Best in their team to face Wales on Saturday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/11 at 1:29 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Toby Flood starts at centre alongside Jonny Wilkinson v France; Easter and Palmer start

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/11 at 1:30 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Dan Lydiate and Shane Williams return among four changes to Wales team v Ireland

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/11 at 1:30 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Jonathan Davies and Alun Wyn Jones also back in side, but James Hook named on bench

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/11 at 1:30 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

South Africa captain John Smit returns to starting line-up for quarter-final v Australia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/11 at 12:02 pm

ATHLETICS:

Dwain Chambers may appeal against Olympic suspension after LaShawn Merritt ban overturned

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/11 at 12:41 pm

TABLE TENNIS:

Briton Darius Knight has chosen to move to Austria due to a lack of funding in the sport in Britain.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/11 at 12:42 pm

ARCHERY:

Great Britain's Simon Terry completes a disappointing week at archery's London 2012 test event after being knocked out in the first round of the men's individual competition.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/11 at 12:59 pm

TENNIS:

Scot Andy Murray makes it two wins in a day as he partners brother Jamie to a 6-3 6-4 win over Japanese pair Tatsuma Ito and Kei Nishikori in the quarter-finals of the men's doubles at the Japan Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/11 at 1:00 pm

HORSE RACING:

This afternoon's fixture at Ayr has been abandoned because of concerns over the ground.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/07/11 at 1:12 am

FORMULA 1:

Jenson Button leads Lewis Hamilton to McLaren 1-2 in Japan GP practice; Vettel third but crashes

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/07/11 at 12:17 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray beats David Nalbandian 6-4 7-5 to reach Japan Open semi-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/07/11 at 12:18 pm

BOXING:

GB super-heavyweight Anthony Joshua stops Germany's Erik Pfeifer to reach World Amateur final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/07/11 at 10:14 pm

BOXING:

Britain's John Murray to fight Brandon Rios for WBA lightweight title in New York on 3 December

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/07/11 at 10:15 pm

FORMULA 1:

Jenson Button leads McLaren team-mate Lewis Hamilton in final practice ahead of qualifying for the Japanese Grand Prix.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/11 at 3:45 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Wales beat Ireland 22-10 in Wellington to reach the Cup semi-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/11 at 3:45 am

FORMULA 1:

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel takes pole for Japanese Grand Prix from McLaren's Jenson Button

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/11 at 3:45 am

GOLF:

England's Paul Casey leads Frys.com Open by one at halfway; Tiger Woods makes cut, seven off pace

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/11 at 3:46 am

TENNIS:

Andy Murray to face Rafael Nadal in Japan Open final after beating David Ferrer in semis

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/11 at 3:46 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

HALF-TIME

ENGLAND 0-16 FRANCE

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/11 at 3:50 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

TRYFLASH

ENGLAND 5-16 FRANCE

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/11 at 3:50 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

CONVERSION

ENGLAND 7-16 FRANCE

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/11 at 3:53 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

ENGLAND 7-16 FRANCE
Flood drops deep off Wilkinson's shoulder to give Foden space outside him. The Northampton man sells a dummy to Harinordoquy and Clerc and jags inside to give England hope with an excellently-taken try. Wilkinson takes an age over the conversion, but lands it to close the gap further.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/11 at 4:15 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

DROP-GOAL

ENGLAND 7-19 FRANCE

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/11 at 4:15 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

DROP-GOAL

ENGLAND 7-19 FRANCE
With Parra taking control at the back of the breakdown, Trinh-Duc slots back into the pocket. The service to him is perfect and the fly-half slots the drop-goal to edge France further clear. Real heroics required now if England are to survive.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/11 at 4:25 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

TRY

ENGLAND 12-19 FRANCE

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/11 at 4:27 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

FULL-TIME

ENGLAND 12-19 FRANCE

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/11 at 4:38 am

BOXING:

Andrew Selby loses 13-12 to Misha Aloian in World Amateur Boxing Championships flyweight final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/11 at 8:00 am

GYMNASTICS:

GB women qualify for London 2012 by taking last place available at World Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/11 at 10:24 am

HORSE RACING:

Parish Hall wins the Dewhurst Stakes from Power and Most Improved

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/11 at 2:26 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Leeds Rhinos beat St Helens 32-16 to win Super League Grand Final

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Written By: Henk on 10/09/11 at 1:24 am

Meanwhile, at the Baseball World Cup, The Netherlands are on a roll, with five wins after five games. This includes wins over the US and Chinese Taipei. 8)

Update: they just lost their 6th game. :( Against...Canada (5-4 AET)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/11 at 1:57 am

Meanwhile, at the Baseball World Cup, The Netherlands are on a roll, with five wins after five games. This includes wins over the US and Chinese Taipei. 8)

Update: they just lost their 6th game. :( Against...Canada (5-4 AET)
Now that is something I would like to go and see.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/11 at 1:57 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Australia beat defending champions South Africa 11-9 to reach the semi-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/11 at 1:58 am

BOXING:

Kell Brook defends WBA Inter-Continental welterweight title with sixth round stoppage

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/11 at 1:59 am

FORMULA 1:

Sebastian Vettel lines up in pole position at Suzuka as he looks to become the youngest two-time Formula 1 world champion.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/11 at 3:25 am

Killer Sharks Invade Golf Course In Oz

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/11 at 3:45 am

FORMULA 1:

Red Bull driver Sebastian Vettel wins his second world championship title with a third-place finish in Japan, with Jenson Button leading home the field ahead of Fernando Alonso to take the race victory.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/11 at 3:52 am

TENNIS:

Andy Murray comes from a set down to beat Rafael Nadal in the final of the Japan Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/11 at 4:59 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Hosts New Zealand beat Argentina 33-10 to set up semi-final against Australia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/11 at 7:17 am

TENNIS:

Andy Murray wins the men's title and doubles with brother Jamie at the Japan Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/11 at 7:22 am

GOLF:

Paul Casey shot a 68 to finish the third round of the Frys.com Open two shots adrift of leader Briny Baird, with Tiger Woods a further seven back.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/11 at 10:42 am

RUGBY UNION:

Aviva Premiership result: London Irish 42-24 Worcester Warriors

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/11 at 10:42 am

GOLF:

England's Lee Slattery wins maiden European Tour title at Madrid Masters

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Written By: Henk on 10/10/11 at 5:36 am

Meanwhile, at the Baseball World Cup, The Netherlands are on a roll, with five wins after five games. This includes wins over the US and Chinese Taipei. 8)

Update: they just lost their 6th game. :( Against...Canada (5-4 AET)

The Netherlands win game #7 (7 - 3 over hosts Panama) to make it 6 out of 7. Still every chance of becoming World Champions, as the second spot in their group is now almost secured. :)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/10/11 at 12:12 pm

The Netherlands win game #7 (7 - 3 over hosts Panama) to make it 6 out of 7. Still every chance of becoming World Champions, as the second spot in their group is now almost secured. :)
Which country is on the top of The Netherlands group?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/10/11 at 12:13 pm

GYMNASTICS:

Great Britain's men miss their first chance to qualify for London 2012 after an unexpectedly poor performance in team qualification at the World Gymnastics in Tokyo.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/10/11 at 12:16 pm

CYCLING

British Cycling confirms that Rebecca Romero has left the Olympic Programme.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/10/11 at 12:17 pm

TENNIS

American Andy Roddick says the top men's players may still meet this week in Shanghai to discuss their grievances with the ATP tour, despite the absence of Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/11 at 1:33 am

The deal to award West Ham football club the Olympic Stadium after the London 2012 Games has collapsed

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/11 at 1:38 am

RUGBY UNION:

All Blacks legend Jonah Lomu out of hospital after being admitted with kidney failure

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/11 at 1:39 am

BASKETBALL:

NBA cancels first two weeks of regular season after dispute between players and owners

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/11 at 1:39 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

France name unchanged side for Saturday's semi-final with Wales. Morgan Parra at 10

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Written By: Henk on 10/11/11 at 5:33 am

Which country is on the top of The Netherlands group?

*cough*nada.

...Pesky cold.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/11 at 8:58 am

*cough*nada.

...Pesky cold.
I only reason I asked for I cannot locate the website for this tournament.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/11 at 8:59 am

RUGBY UNION

England captain Lewis Moody will be fined £4,800 if he is found to have worn a branded mouthguard in Saturday's Rugby World Cup quarter-final defeat by France, the IRB have said.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/11 at 8:59 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Wigan have announced the appointment of Shaun Wane as head coach in succession to Michael Maguire. Iestyn Harris has been appointed assistant coach, with Paul Deacon joining the backroom staff after retiring from playing.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/11 at 9:00 am

OLYMPICS

Tottenham statement on the collapse of the deal to award West Ham the Olympic Stadium after the 2012 Games: "We welcome the OPLC decision to end the current Olympic Stadium bid process. We firmly believe that the bid we put forward was, in fact, a realistic sporting solution for the stadium, along with a substantial return to the taxpayer, community programming and athletics provision."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/11 at 9:01 am

HORSE RACING

Frankie Dettori has admitted that new rules on use of the whip are hard to follow. He said: "You've been told to ride one way for 25 years and overnight you have to change."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/11 at 9:13 am

GOLF:

The 2015 Open Championship will be staged at the Old Course at St Andrews from 16-19 July

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/11 at 9:13 am

BOXING:

Vitali Klitschko's promoter Bernd Boente claims a fight with David Haye is still a possibility

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/11 at 9:14 am

GYMNASTICS:

GB's women finish fifth in the team event as the USA take gold at World Championships

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Written By: Henk on 10/11/11 at 9:21 am

I only reason I asked for I cannot locate the website for this tournament.

Here's a link to the Wikipedia page. ;)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/11 at 9:28 am

Here's a link to the Wikipedia page. ;)
Oh yes...

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/11 at 9:29 am

Here's a link to the Wikipedia page. ;)
Nice to see the is no UK team there!

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Written By: nally on 10/11/11 at 11:46 am

The first two weeks of the 2011-12 NBA season have officially been cancelled due to the current lockout.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/11 at 12:52 pm

CYCLING:

Britain's Mark Cavendish to join Team Sky from next season

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/11 at 2:44 pm

CYCLING:

Britain's Mark Cavendish to join Team Sky from next season

"Mark is on his way to becoming the greatest sprinter of all time" - Team Sky boss Dave Brailsford

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/11 at 2:48 pm

Instead of having a rest after finishing the Chicago Marathon, 39-week pregnant Amber Miller went into labour and gave birth to her second child.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/12/11 at 11:55 am

HORSE RACING:

Tony McCoy among nine jockeys banned for 10 days after ignoring race-stop flag at Wetherby

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/12/11 at 11:55 am

TENNIS:

Andy Murray gets walkover at Shanghai Masters as opponent Dmitry Tursunov pulls out

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/12/11 at 11:55 am

FORMULA 1:

Sahara Group invests $100m (£63m) and takes 42% stake in Force India team

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/12/11 at 12:15 pm

HORSE RACING

Three jockeys have violated British horse racing's new whip rules within the first three days of their introduction. Richard Hughes and Kieren Fox were banned for a combined total of 20 days for overuse of the whip at Windsor on Monday. Natalia Gemelova was given a seven-day suspension for the same reason at Lingfield on Wednesday. Under new rules, jockeys are allowed a maximum eight strokes of the whip in jumps races and seven on the flat, roughly half the level that could be used previously, Gemelova says "I tried my best to stay within the rules, but it's harder than you think."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/12/11 at 12:21 pm

TENNIS

Fourth seed Jo-Wilfried Tsonga suffered an unexpected defeat in his opening match at the Shanghai Masters. He was beaten 6-7 6-4 6-4 by Japan's Kei Nishikori, who's ranked 47 in the world.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/12/11 at 12:21 pm

ATHLETICS

A marathon runner has been forced to hand back his medal, after witnesses spotted him taking an unusual shortcut, he caught the bus to the finishing line. Rob Sloan was 20 miles into the Kielder Marathon in Northumberland when he apparently succumbed to temptation and hopped on a bus. He then hid behind a tree until other competitors came into view and rejoined the run to claim third place.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/11 at 1:34 am

RUGBY UNION:

James Hook will play at fly-half for Wales in Saturday's World Cup semi-final against France

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/11 at 1:10 pm

TENNIS

Serbia's Jelena Jankovic battles back from a set down to beat Britain's Anne Keothavong 3-6 6-2 6-1 in their second round encounter at the Generali Ladies tournament in Linz, Austria.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/11 at 1:12 pm

ICE HOCKEY

Hull Stingrays forward Derek Campbell will remain suspended for the games against Nottingham Panthers and Coventry Blaze this weekend. The 31-year-old Canadian was handed a match penalty for excessive roughness (sucker punch) during the 4-3 defeat by Belfast Giants at Hull Arena in Elite League last Saturday.

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Written By: Henk on 10/14/11 at 5:20 am

BASEBALL WORLD CUP

After beating Australia (2 - 1) on Thursday afternoon, The Netherlands pulled a stunt by also beating Cuba (4 - 1) the following evening, thus securing a place in the WC final. 8) :D
Earlier in the tournament, The Netherlands also beat reigning Olympic Champions South Korea and reigning World Champions U.S.A.

Some sources state it is the first time ever for a European team to reach the final, while others state it happened before...but the last time being 73 years ago! :o

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/11 at 5:34 am

BASEBALL WORLD CUP

After beating Australia (2 - 1) on Thursday afternoon, The Netherlands pulled a stunt by also beating Cuba (4 - 1) the following evening, thus securing a place in the WC final. 8) :D
Earlier in the tournament, The Netherlands also beat reigning Olympic Champions South Korea and reigning World Champions U.S.A.

Some sources state it is the first time ever for a European team to reach the final, while others state it happened before...but the last time being 73 years ago! :o
Forget the Rugby World Cup, this is more important.

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Written By: Henk on 10/14/11 at 5:44 am

Forget the Rugby World Cup, this is more important.

I think you're right.

Some sources state it is the first time ever for a European team to reach the final, while others state it happened before...but the last time being 73 years ago! :o

I just checked, and both sources got it right (well, sort of). The only "European" team to ever make it to the "Final" were...Great Britain! :o But that was the inaugural tournament in 1938, and there were only two teams competing (GB and USA). (Team GB won, BTW)
The Great Britain team mainly comprised of Canadians, or Canadian born baseball players anyway - that's why I use the term "European". ;)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/11 at 8:17 am

I just checked, and both sources got it right (well, sort of). The only "European" team to ever make it to the "Final" were...Great Britain! :o But that was the inaugural tournament in 1938, and there were only two teams competing (GB and USA). (Team GB won, BTW)
The Great Britain team mainly comprised of Canadians, or Canadian born baseball players anyway - that's why I use the term "European". ;)
It happen in modern forms of sport, remember Greg Rudeski, British when he won a tennis match, Canadian when he lost?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/11 at 8:18 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray breaks the Matthew Ebden serve for a 4-3 lead in the first set of their Shanghai Masters quarter-final. The winner plays Kei Nishikori.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/11 at 8:19 am

GYMNASTICS:

Britain's Dan Purvis finishes fourth in the all-around final at the World Championships in Tokyo

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/11 at 8:20 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

New Zealand hooker Keven Mealamu believes Wales are the form team in the competition

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/11 at 8:20 am

FORMULA 1:

Lewis Hamilton heads McLaren team-mate Jenson Button in Korean GP practice; 3. Vettel; 4. Alonso

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/11 at 8:20 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Australia name full-back Kurtley Beale in semi-final XV - pending a late fitness test

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/11 at 8:20 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Captain Richie McCaw named in New Zealand team to face Australia in Sunday's semi-final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/11 at 1:57 pm

HORSE RACING:

Jockeys are planning to strike on Monday in protest at new whip rules

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/11 at 2:18 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray beats Matthew Ebden 6-3 6-2 to reach Shanghai Masters semi-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/11 at 2:18 pm

GOLF

England's Simon Khan holds a one shot lead after the second round of the Portugal Masters in Vilamoura. Khan shot a 66 to reach 13 under at the halfway stage. Welshman Rhys Davies, first-round leader James Kingston and Chilean Felipe Aguilar are one behind Khan, with Swede Christian Nilsson and England's David Dixon on ten under.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/11 at 4:09 pm

FOOTBALL:

FIFA bans four officials from the Caribbean for their part in cash-for-votes scandal

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/11 at 4:10 pm

HORSE RACING:

Jockeys are planning to strike on Monday in protest at new whip rules
Threat of jockeys' strike recedes after meeting scheduled to discuss new whip rules

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/11 at 3:55 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

France lead Wales 6-3 at half-time in their Rugby World Cup semi-final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/11 at 3:55 am

FORMULA 1:

Sebastian Vettel under investigation for cutting a corner on in-lap in Korean GP qualifying

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/11 at 3:56 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Wales captain Sam Warburton sent off for dangerous tackle in semi v France

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/11 at 3:56 am

GYMNASTICS:

Britain's Louis Smith wins bronze in the pommel horse at the World Championships in Tokyo

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/11 at 3:56 am

FORMULA 1:

McLaren's Lewis Hamilton on pole for Korean Grand Prix ahead of Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/11 at 3:56 am

MOTO GP:

Casey Stoner takes pole for Australian Grand Prix, Jorge Lorenzo second and Marco Simoncelli third

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/11 at 3:57 am

RUGBY UNION:

Samoa centre Eliota Fuimaono-Sapolu gets six-month suspended ban for rant against referee

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/11 at 5:00 am

RUGBY UNION:

FULL TIME: Wales 8-9 France

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/11 at 10:06 am

TENNIS:

Andy Murray beats Japan's Kei Nishikori 6-3 6-0 to reach Shanghai Masters final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/11 at 10:06 am

HORSE RACING:

Unbeaten Frankel lands ninth win with victory in QE II Stakes on Champions Day at Ascot

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Written By: Henk on 10/16/11 at 12:28 am

BASEBALL WORLD CUP

The Netherlands beat Cuba 2 - 1 in the final of the Baseball WC to clinch a historic world title - a first for the Dutch side, and for any European side for that matter. :D 8)

Wish I could have seen this, but the game started at 4:00AM (CET).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/16/11 at 1:28 pm

BASEBALL WORLD CUP

The Netherlands beat Cuba 2 - 1 in the final of the Baseball WC to clinch a historic world title - a first for the Dutch side, and for any European side for that matter. :D 8)

Wish I could have seen this, but the game started at 4:00AM (CET).
Well done to The Netherlands.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/16/11 at 1:28 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray goes to third in world with 7-5 6-4 win over David Ferrer in Shanghai Masters final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/16/11 at 1:29 pm

RUGBY UNION:

New Zealand will play France in the World Cup final after beating Australia 20-6 in Auckland

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/16/11 at 1:29 pm

FORMULA 1:

Sebastian Vettel wins Korean Grand Prix from Lewis Hamilton as Red Bull win constructors' title

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/17/11 at 1:13 am

British driver Dan Wheldon has died following a crash involving 15 cars at the Las Vegas Indy 300.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/17/11 at 1:14 am

GOLF:

England's Tom Lewis wins maiden European Tour title at the Portugal Masters

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/17/11 at 10:50 am

ATHLETICS:

Kelly Sotherton's Olympic hopes suffer a blow after she loses UK Athletics funding

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/17/11 at 10:50 am

CYCLING:

Former Olympic champ Jason Queally to compete in team sprint at European Championships, aged 41

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/17/11 at 12:25 pm

MOTORSPORT:

Sir Jackie Stewart has questioned the safety of IndyCar racing following the death of Briton Dan Wheldon at the Las Vegas Indy 300 yesterday. Stewart, who won three Formula One championships, believes there are too many cars competing at too high speeds in IndyCar and certain problems need to be addressed. Stewart said: "I don't think you can stand still for safety. There's always an improvement to be made."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/17/11 at 12:38 pm

OLYMPICS:

London 2012's call for an Olympic Truce has been backed by the United Nations General Assembly. All 193 UN member states signed up to a resolution, tabled by London 2012 chairman Lord Coe, which called on nations to promote peace, development and reconciliation in trouble-torn regions.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/17/11 at 12:40 pm

HORSE RACING:

The British Horse Racing Authority has announced that the current rules regarding the use of the whip will remain until a further review has been conducted. The BHA will report back by the end of this week.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/11 at 3:07 am

BASEBALL WORLD CUP

The Netherlands beat Cuba 2 - 1 in the final of the Baseball WC to clinch a historic world title - a first for the Dutch side, and for any European side for that matter. :D 8)

Wish I could have seen this, but the game started at 4:00AM (CET).
Write to the Koninklijke Nederlandse Baseball en Softball Bond to see if any DVDs are available?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/11 at 3:07 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Wales make three changes to forwards in team to face Australia in 3rd/4th play-off

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/11 at 5:01 am

GOLF:

Major winners Phil Mickelson of the United States, Northern Ireland's Graeme McDowell and Ireland's Padraig Harrington are among the competitors chasing one of the sport's biggest monetary prizes in November at the $6m (£3.8m) Singapore Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/11 at 5:15 am

RUGBY UNION:

Former British Lion and Wales rugby union captain Gareth Thomas, has been named in Wales squad for the Four Nations match against England on Saturday, 29 October. Wales coach Iestyn Harris has also included six Australian-based players and three new caps in his 24-man squad.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/11 at 5:32 am

Tottenham Hotspur has withdrawn its bid for a judicial review into the handing of the Olympic Stadium to West Ham, the government has said.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/11 at 7:37 am

OLYMPICS:

Leyton Orient submit application for permission to move to Olympic Stadium after 2012 Games

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/11 at 9:25 am

FIFA president Sepp Blatter is preparing to perform an extraordinary u-turn by calling for the release of court documents which could reveal that senior officials at the world governing body took bribes. The BBC has learned that Blatter is to push for the publication of the papers at a crucial two day meeting of the committee in Zurich, which starts on Thursday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/11 at 9:29 am

RUGBY UNION:

Ospreys flanker Justin Tipuric has been handed a three-week suspension for a dangerous tip tackle in the Ospreys' RaboDirect win in Munster.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/11 at 9:39 am

RUGBY UNION:

Jersey prop James Ellershaw has told club officials he hopes to leave hospital in the next few weeks following his car crash in the UK.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/11 at 9:54 am

ICE HOCKEY:

Forward Derek LeBlanc has announced that he is leaving the Belfast Giants for personal reasons.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/11 at 11:38 am

RUGBY UNION:

Gavin Henson agrees to join the Cardiff Blues and is expected to be unveiled officially on Wednesday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/11 at 12:21 pm

Historians have uncovered evidence suggesting football was played 300 years before the sport was commonly believed to have been invented, The Times report. New evidence indicates an organised form of the game was being played by royalty from as early as the 15th Century.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/11 at 12:22 pm

GOLF:

Nigel Edwards, non-playing captain of the Britain and Ireland team which won back the Walker Cup last month, is to become the English Golf Union's new Director of Coaching. It follows the resignation of Peter Mattsson, who is returning to his home country Sweden to be their Director of Elite Performance.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/11 at 1:17 am

TENNIS:

Anne Keothavong through to second round of Luxembourg Open after three-set win over Mandy Minella

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/11 at 1:17 am

RUGBY UNION:

France name unchanged team for Rugby World Cup final against New Zealand on Sunday

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Written By: Tia on 10/19/11 at 4:53 pm

does anyone know what channel the world series is gonna be on tonight, and when?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/11 at 1:15 am

GOLF:

Keegan Bradley wins the Grand Slam of Golf by one shot; Rory McIlroy third, Darren Clarke fourth

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/11 at 1:15 am

HORSE RACING:

Jockeys' proposals for changes to new whip rules include scrapping financial penalties

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/11 at 12:00 pm

SWIMMING:

Australian legend Ian Thorpe says he is more likely to fail than succeed at London 2012

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/11 at 12:03 pm

OLYMPICS:

Stuart Pearce and Hope Powell named GB men's and women's football team managers for 2012

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/11 at 1:06 am

TENNIS:

Britain's Anne Keothavong beats fifth seed Ana Ivanovic 6-3 6-2 in Luxembourg Open second round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/11 at 11:47 am

BOXING:

Lauren Price has secured a bronze medal at the European Women's Championships. She lost her semi-final bout 17-7 to the experienced Ukranian Mariia Badulina, in her first major senior tournament.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/11 at 11:47 am

MOTOR RACING:

The funeral of Dan Wheldon will take place on Saturday in his adopted home town of St Petersburg, Florida, where he lived with his wife and two young children.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/11 at 11:49 am

TENNIS:

Britain's Anne Keothavong beats Dutch qualifier Bibiane Schoofs to reach Luxembourg Open semis

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/11 at 11:49 am

GOLF:

Rory McIlroy splits from manager Chubby Chandler's ISM group to join Dublin-based Horizon

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/11 at 11:49 am

HORSE RACING:

The BHA agrees to amend controversial new regulations on the use of the whip

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/11 at 1:34 pm

CYCLING:

Easy win for Great Britain in the women's team pursuit final at the European Track Championships after two false starts, beating Germany by seven seconds to win gold.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/11 at 1:48 pm

MOTORSPORT:

Citroen's Sebastien Loeb holds the lead after the first day of the Rally de Espana to take an advantage in a tense three-way title fight. Loeb and Mikko Hirvonen are locked together on 196 points, with Loeb's team-mate Sebastien Ogier just three points behind and only this race and next month's Wales Rally GB remaining.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/11 at 1:52 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL:

Frenchman Herve Renard has signed a one-year contract to coach Zambia for a second time.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/11 at 4:11 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

England beat France 32-18 in Avignon in Four Nations warm-up

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/11 at 4:11 pm

RUGBY WORLD CUP:

Wales' hopes of equalling their best World Cup finish are dashed as Australia win the third-place play-off 21-18 at Auckland's Eden Park.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/11 at 5:31 am

MOTORSPORT:

Spain's Dani Pedrosa claims pole position for Sunday's Malaysian MotoGP

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/11 at 10:02 am

TRACK CYCLING:

Sir Chris Hoy pulls out of individual sprint at European Championships after feeling unwell

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/11 at 1:14 pm

HORSE RACING:

Jockey Ruby Walsh given five-day ban at Aintree for breaching controversial new whip rules

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/11 at 1:14 pm

TENNIS:

Anne Keothavong loses 5-7 6-4 3-6 to Monica Niculescu in Luxembourg Open semi-final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/11 at 1:14 pm

BOXING:

England's Nicola Adams becomes European flyweight champion for first time

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/11 at 2:40 pm

GOLF:

Home favourite Sergio Garcia holds an eight-shot lead going into Sunday's final round of the Castello Masters.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/11 at 2:55 am

Sunday, 23 October 2011 Fixture

Rugby World Cup Final
France v New Zealand

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/11 at 3:03 am

Sunday, 23 October 2011 Fixture

Rugby World Cup Final
France v New Zealand
Hosts New Zealand are favourites to end 24 years of hurt against underdogs France in the final of the Rugby World Cup at Eden Park.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/11 at 5:01 am

Rugby World Cup Final

Hosts New Zealand beat France 8-7 to win the Rugby World Cup Final at Eden Park in Auckland

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/11 at 5:03 am

MOTOGP:

Italian rider Marco Simoncelli has died after crashing at the Malaysian Grand Prix

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/11 at 5:11 am

RUGBY UNION:

England captain Lewis Moody retires from international rugby after winning 71 caps

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/11 at 5:12 am

GOLF:

Luke Donald's bid to be the first man to win the PGA and European money lists in the same year fade further at the Disney Classic with a third round 70.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/11 at 8:18 am

Rugby World Cup Final

Hosts New Zealand beat France 8-7 to win the Rugby World Cup Final at Eden Park in Auckland
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Lock Brad Thorn celebrates New Zealand's victory at the final whistle

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/11 at 12:19 pm

GOLF:

Sergio Garcia wins Castello Masters by 11 shots endings a three-year wait for a tournament victory

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/11 at 12:37 pm

CYCLING:

GB win four Euro track golds - Clancy and Trott (omnium); Pendleton and Crampton (keirin)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/25/11 at 2:54 pm

FORMULA 1:

The US state of New Jersey will host the June 2013 Grand Prix of America

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/26/11 at 12:13 pm

TENNIS:

Laura Robson beats Heather Watson 6-1 3-6 6-3 in their first competitive meeting

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/26/11 at 12:13 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

England coach Steve McNamara names unchanged side for Four Nations opener v Wales

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/26/11 at 12:13 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL:

FIFA ethics committee opens ethics proceedings against another 10 Caribbean officials

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/26/11 at 12:34 pm

Graeme McDowell has said he played no part in world number three Rory McIlroy's decision to change management teams. "Rory makes his own decisions and doesn't listen to anybody. I certainly wasn't going to sway him about what to do with his career," said McDowell.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/26/11 at 12:45 pm

RUGBY UNION:

England and Saracens scrum-half Richard Wigglesworth has been ruled out for the rest of the season after undergoing knee surgery today, the club have announced.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/11 at 12:56 am

TENNIS:

Caroline Wozniacki will end year as no.1 after Maria Sharapova pulls out of WTA Championship

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/11 at 12:56 am

TENNIS:

BBC extends deal to broadcast Wimbledon until at least 2017

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/11 at 11:46 am

British bobsleigher Serita Shone fractures her back during a serious training crash in Germany.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/11 at 11:46 am

RUGBY UNION:

England's Manu Tuilagi out for six weeks with broken cheekbone after clash of heads

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/11 at 11:47 am

TENNIS:

Andy Murray will join world number one Novak Djokovic and home hero Roger Federer at the ATP World Tour event in Basle next week.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/11 at 11:55 am

TENNIS:

Fourth seed Victoria Azarenka of Belarus beat China's Li Na 6-2 6-2 in Group A of the WTA Championships in Istanbul.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/11 at 11:55 am

GOLF:

Defending champion Graeme McDowell is eight shots behind clubhouse leader Richie Ramsaylink text here after firing an opening 73 at the Andalucia Masters.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/11 at 12:18 pm

CYCLING:

The International Cycling Union (UCI) announces that the third round of the Track World Cup series will take place a week earlier than previously scheduled in Beijing, from January 13 to 15.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/11 at 1:06 am

FORMULA 1:

Lewis Hamilton fastest from Sebastian Vettel in first practice at inaugural Indian Grand Prix

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/11 at 12:02 pm

GOLF:

Rory McIlroy still leading after second round of £1.25m Shanghai Masters

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/11 at 12:03 pm

ATHLETICS:

World medallists Mo Farah and Jessica Ennis named British athletes of the year

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/11 at 12:19 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE

Iestyn Harris has set himself the target of guiding Wales to the World Cup final in 2013. The national team coach believes his improving players are capable of making a big impact when Wales co-host the next World Cup with England.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/11 at 12:20 pm

TENNIS

Australia's Sam Stosur has thrashed China's Li Na 6-1 6-0 to qualify for the semi-finals of the WTA Championships.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/11 at 12:23 pm

FORMULA 1:

Force India co-owner Vijay Mallya has fiercely defended India's right to host a Formula One grand prix race, saying the country's economic growth was as much a reality as its poverty.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/11 at 12:41 pm

TENNIS

Petra Kvitova of the Czech Republic beat Poland's Agnieszka Radwanska 7-6 (7-4) 6-3 to qualify for the semi-finals of the WTA Championships.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/11 at 1:37 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL:

Burkina Faso will play in the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations after a protest over the eligibility of Cameroon-born Herve Zengue was dismissed.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/11 at 2:12 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL - Belgian coach Tom Saintfiet has left his job as Ethiopia coach after just five months, citing broken promises for his departure.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/11 at 3:45 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Friday, 28 October 2011 Results
Aviva Premiership Rugby
Sale 13-34 Leicester
Worcester 12-14 Wasps

RaboDirect PRO12
Edinburgh 28-36 Leinster
Glasgow 28-17 Ospreys

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/29/11 at 4:38 am

FORMULA 1:

Romain Grosjean to drive for Renault in first practice at final two races of season

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/29/11 at 4:39 am

GOLF:

Luke Donald pulls out of next week's event in Shanghai to attend birth of his second child

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/29/11 at 4:39 am

FORMULA 1:

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel takes Indian GP pole from Lewis Hamilton, who drops to 5th after penalty

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/29/11 at 8:27 am

TENNIS:

Anne Keothavong beats Poland's Marta Domachowska to win the Aegon GB Pro-Series Barnstaple title

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/29/11 at 8:27 am

FORMULA 1:

McLaren's Jenson Button escapes penalty after Indian GP qualifying and will start race fourth

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/29/11 at 1:32 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

England beat Wales 42-4 in Four Nations clash in Leigh, Sam Tomkins man of the match

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 10/29/11 at 1:34 pm

The 2011-12 NBA season's games are now cancelled through November 30th....

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/30/11 at 5:38 am

GOLF:

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy beats Anthony Kim in play-off to win Shanghai Masters

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/30/11 at 6:34 am

FORMULA 1:

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel wins inaugural Indian GP from Jenson Button and Fernando Alonso

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/30/11 at 1:51 pm

TENNIS:

Petra Kvitova overcomes Victoria Azarenka 7-5 4-6 6-3 to clinch the season-ending WTA Championships in Istanbul and move to second in the world rankings.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/01/11 at 2:03 am

RUGBY UNION:

Graham Henry stands down as New Zealand coach after guiding All Blacks to World Cup glory

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/01/11 at 2:04 am

HORSE RACING:

French raider Dunaden wins Melbourne Cup in photo finish from British-trained Red Cadeaux

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/02/11 at 2:31 am

RUGBY UNION:

Shaun Edwards set to leave post as Wasps head coach

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/02/11 at 2:31 am

RUGBY UNION:

England flanker James Haskell to play for Otago Highlanders in Super 15 next year

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/02/11 at 2:32 am

TENNIS:

Novak Djokovic struggles to a three-set victory over Xavier Malisse at the Swiss Indoors in Basel.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 11/02/11 at 12:25 pm

Just found out this morning that my beloved L.A. Dodgers team is up for sale!! Finally, someone can get the team's ownership off of Frank McCorrupt's hands! :D

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/02/11 at 3:06 pm

Just found out this morning that my beloved L.A. Dodgers team is up for sale!! Finally, someone can get the team's ownership off of Frank McCorrupt's hands! :D
For how much?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/02/11 at 3:06 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray pulls out of opening Swiss Indoors match against Robin Haase with a leg injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/02/11 at 3:08 pm

BREAKING NEWS:

Acting chief executive Martyn Thomas is removed from all posts by the RFU

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 11/02/11 at 5:47 pm

For how much?

At least one billion dollars, according to reports I've heard.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/03/11 at 1:57 am

At least one billion dollars, according to reports I've heard.
I cannot afford it.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 11/03/11 at 3:18 pm

I cannot afford it.
Me neither.

According to the latest updates, it would appear that the O'Malley family is vying to buy the team back... which would please millions of fans a great deal. :)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/04/11 at 2:11 am

SWIMMING:

Ian Thorpe finishes second in 100m medley heat on return to the pool after five years

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/04/11 at 2:11 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Danny McGuire and Garreth Carvell named in England 19-man squad to face Australia

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/04/11 at 2:12 am

WORLD FOOTBALL:

David Beckham helps LA Galaxy book a place in Major League Soccer's Western Conference final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 11/04/11 at 11:11 am

WORLD FOOTBALL:

David Beckham helps LA Galaxy book a place in Major League Soccer's Western Conference final

Good for him!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 11/06/11 at 11:32 am

MLB: I just heard over the weekend that Jim Thome has signed a one-year deal with the Phillies. I think that might be a mistake on his part, since he might be limited to hitting, and the NL ballparks don't use the DH. And he's been limited to just hitting in recent years. If he can still play, that's great, but I have not seen him play the field since he was with the White Sox.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/07/11 at 12:33 pm

TENNIS:

British pair Andy Murray and Ross Hutchins have won their first round men's doubles match against Spaniards Nicolas Almagro and David Marrero 4-6 6-3 (10-7) at the Paris Masters.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/07/11 at 3:16 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Sam Tomkins signs new five-year deal with Wigan as brother Joel swaps codes to join Saracens

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/07/11 at 3:20 pm

TENNIS:

Roger Federer beats Kei Nishikori in the final of the Swiss Indoors to capture only his second title of 2011.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/11 at 12:27 pm

BOXING:

Legendary boxing promoter Don King, who promoted Joe Frazier in the finale of Frazier's phenomenal trilogy with Muhammad Ali, in 1975's 'Thrilla in Manila', says: "Smokin' Joe brought honor, dignity and pride for his people, the American people, and brought the nation together as only sports can do."

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/11 at 12:39 pm

TENNIS:

Former world number one Roger Federer says he is delighted to have refreshed his batteries with a six week break from tennis as he prepares to attempt to win the Paris Masters for the first time. "It gave me a chance to do everything I wanted to do in practice, outdoors, also holidays and my family. I've been playing 10-12 years in a row from January to November," he said.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/11 at 1:44 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray will play Frenchman Jeremy Chardy in his opening match at the Paris Masters on Wednesday.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/09/11 at 1:10 am

SWIMMING:

Ian Thorpe fails to reach 100m butterfly final at Fina World Cup meet in Beijing

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/09/11 at 2:20 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Saracens announce the release of South African international prop Deon Carstens from his contract, following a request by Cape Town-based Western Province, where the 32-year-old will now head in time for the new Super Rugby season.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/09/11 at 2:50 pm

TENNIS:

Third seed Roger Federer joins Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic in the third round of the Paris Masters after a 6-2 6-3 victory over Frenchman Adrian Mannarino.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/11 at 1:32 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray beats Andy Roddick 6-2 6-2 to move into Paris Masters quarter-finals

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/11 at 1:32 pm

OLYMPICS 2012:

GB football team to play at Old Trafford (26 July), Wembley (29 July) & Millennium (1 Aug)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/11 at 1:33 pm

HORSE RACING:

British Horseracing Authority to reduce penalties for excessive use of the whip from 11 November

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/11 at 2:01 pm

TENNIS:

Switzerland's Roger Federer beats Richard Gasquet of France 6-2 6-4 to set up a quarter-final tie with Argentina's Juan Monaco. Meanwhile, Britain's Andy Murray will take on Tomas Berdych of the Czech Republic in his quarter final on Friday.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/11 at 3:15 pm

GOLF:

World number 19 Hunter Mahan withdraws from the Australian Open because of soreness behind his right shoulder.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/11 at 3:15 pm

WOMEN'S FOOTBALL:

Glasgow City are beaten 17-0 on aggregate by Potsdam in the last 16 of the Women's Champions League. Already trailing 10-0 from the first leg in Germany, Glasgow lost 7-0 in Thursday's home leg.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 11/10/11 at 3:50 pm

OLYMPICS 2012:

GB football team to play at Old Trafford (26 July), Wembley (29 July) & Millennium (1 Aug)

Hopefully that will be worthwhile to see. :)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/11 at 3:52 pm

Hopefully that will be worthwhile to see. :)
I am hoping so too, as the Olympic Games get nearer, the interest is growing.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 11/11/11 at 12:58 am

I am hoping so too, as the Olympic Games get nearer, the interest is growing.

Of course... that happens each time there are upcoming Olympic games.

I even remember the last Summer games, which began in China on 08/08/08........and now it is 11/11/11! :D

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/11 at 1:05 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Mike Tindall will appeal against his £25,000 RFU fine for his conduct during World Cup

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/11 at 1:06 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray's 17-match winning run ends with a three-sets defeat by Tomas Berdych in Paris

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/11 at 1:06 pm

BOXING:

Andrew Selby wins the first of the 2012 Olympic qualification box-offs, beating Khalid Yafai 26-12

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/11 at 4:32 pm

COMMONWEALTH GAMES:

Australia's Gold Coast to host the 2018 Games, beating Sri Lanka's Hambantota

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/11 at 5:21 am

FORMULA 1:

McLaren's Lewis Hamilton heads Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel in final Abu Dhabi GP practice

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/11 at 5:21 am

GOLF:

Tiger Woods struggles in third round of Australian Open, and trails leader John Senden by six shots

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/11 at 8:47 am

The biggest group representing London's black-cab drivers demands fares rise by about 15% during the Olympics and Paralympics Games.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/11 at 10:36 am

HORSE RACING:

Great Endeavour wins Paddy Power Gold Cup at Cheltenham

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/11 at 10:36 am

TENNIS:

Roger Federer beats Tomas Berdych 6-4 6-3 to reach the Paris Masters final for the first time

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/11 at 10:36 am

FORMULA 1:

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel takes Abu Dhabi pole; 2. Hamilton; 3. Button; 4. Webber; 5. Alonso

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 11/12/11 at 1:30 pm

MLB offseason news: Dodgers have lost two of their best players to other teams. :\'(

Rod Barajas has signed a 1-year deal with the Pittsburgh Pirates, which means L.A. will need a new everyday catcher for next season (unless A.J. Ellis is willing to do the job)... and Jamey Carroll has reportedly signed a 2-year deal with the Minnesota Twins. I liked Jamey Carroll, he was a great all-around player for my team for the last two years..and he showed great sportsmanship.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/11 at 3:57 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

England beat New Zealand 28-6 in Hull to book Four Nations final date with Australia

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/11 at 3:58 pm

HEINEKEN CUP:

Ronan O'Gara lands drop-goal with last kick of game as Munster beat Northampton 23-21

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/11 at 3:58 pm

TENNIS:

Jo-Wilfried Tsonga to play Roger Federer in Paris Masters final after he beats John Isner

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/11 at 3:59 pm

Tiger Woods suffers a disappointing third round at the Australian Open, shooting a three-over 75 to trail Australian leader John Senden by six shots.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/13/11 at 1:04 am

BOXING:

Tyson Fury retains Commonwealth heavyweight title stopping Neven Pajkic in the third round

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/13/11 at 3:34 am

BOXING:

Manny Pacquiao retains his WBO welterweight title with a controversial split decision over Juan Manuel Marquez in Las Vegas.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/13/11 at 5:32 am

GOLF:

Local Greg Chalmers wins his second Australian Open despite a late comeback from Tiger Woods

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/13/11 at 5:32 am

TENNIS:

Jo-Wilfried Tsonga to play Roger Federer in Paris Masters final after he beats John Isner

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/13/11 at 8:33 am

RACING:

Brampour wins the Greatwood Handicap Hurdle at Cheltenham

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/13/11 at 8:34 am

HEINEKEN CUP:

Richie Gray scores last-minute try as Glasgow beat Bath 26-21 at Firhill to go top of Pool 3

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/13/11 at 8:43 am

FORMULA 1:

Lewis Hamilton leads the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix after world champion Sebastian Vettel suffers a puncture in the opening lap.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/13/11 at 8:55 am

FORMULA 1:

McLaren's Lewis Hamilton wins Abu Dhabi Grand Prix from Ferrari's Fernando Alonso; 3. Button

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/13/11 at 11:21 am

RUGBY UNION:

Shaun Edwards to sign new four-year deal to remain Wales defence coach

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/13/11 at 11:21 am

TENNIS:

Roger Federer wins Paris Masters for the first time after beating Jo-Wilfried Tsonga 6-1 7-6

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/13/11 at 11:21 am

HEINEKEN CUP:

Gloucester denied victory in France as late Clement Poitrenaud try sees Toulouse win 21-17

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/15/11 at 1:20 am

TENNIS:

Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova named WTA Player of the Year for 2011

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 11/15/11 at 11:19 am

MLB: St. Louis Cardinals have decided to appoint Mike Matheny as their new manager. Matheny played for 13 seasons in the majors, during the 1990s and 2000s (five of which were spent with the Cardinals) as a catcher. This means there will be at least two rookie managers in the 2012 season: Robin Ventura for the White Sox, and Mike Matheny for the Cardinals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/15/11 at 12:05 pm

British Olympic Association chairman Colin Moynihan says "toothless gestures towards zero tolerance" have allowed "drugs cheats" to compete at London 2012.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/15/11 at 12:51 pm

TRAMPOLINING:

World number one Kat Driscoll is set to lead the way for Great Britain at the Trampolining and Tumbling World Championships, which begin in Birmingham this week. The 25-year-old, who has recorded three podium finishes in the World Cup this season, is aiming to secure Olympic qualification by making the final of the individual event.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/15/11 at 12:55 pm

GOLF:

Scottish Open stays at Castle Stuart and will occupy usual date the week before the Open.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/15/11 at 12:57 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

St Helens will be playing at Langtree Park from next season after the developers of their new £20m stadium gained the naming rights. Saints' first match at their new home will be a pre-season friendly against Widnes on 20 January.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/16/11 at 1:20 am

HORSE RACING:

2,000 Guineas winner Frankel voted racehorse of the year at Cartier awards

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/16/11 at 1:21 am

GOLF:

Tiger Woods faces Adam Scott and ex-caddie Steve Williams in Thursday's Presidents Cup foursomes

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/16/11 at 12:06 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Martin Johnson says he took the decision to quit as England manager before it might have been taken out of his hands.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/16/11 at 12:06 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Martin Johnson says he took the decision to quit as England manager before it might have been taken out of his hands.
"This is not a decision I've taken lightly but it's in best interest of England and myself"

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/16/11 at 12:07 pm

OLYMPICS 2012:

Wada is to challenge BOA's lifetime ban for drug cheats at Court of Arbitration for Sport

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/16/11 at 12:07 pm

FORMULA ONE:

F1 chief Bernie Ecclestone says 2012 US Grand Prix set for Texas is on verge of being axed

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/18/11 at 1:37 am

RUGBY UNION:

Sir Clive Woodward says Martin Johnson was not given enough support by RFU

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/18/11 at 1:37 am

RUGBY UNION:

Saracens' Heineken Cup match with Biarritz moved from Cape Town to London

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/18/11 at 1:38 am

WORLD FOOTBALL:

David Beckham describes Sepp Blatter's comments on racism as "appalling"

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/18/11 at 12:31 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL:

Six Caribbean officials banned for between seven days and two years for violating ethics rules

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 11/18/11 at 2:03 pm

Yesterday, in the world of MLB, the sale of the Houston Astros baseball team was finalized, and it was announced that the team would become part of the American League as early as 2013. This gives each league (National and American) 15 teams, and each division would contain exactly 5 teams. The drawback to having an odd number of teams in each league is the requirement of interleague play for the whole season. (You could schedule 7 pairs of NL matchups and 7 pairs of AL matchups at a time, but that would leave one AL team and one NL team having to play a series with each other.) If it was really necessary to move one team from the NL to the AL, I would have opted for the Arizona Diamondbacks to make that move, and the Astros would move from the NL Central to the NL West, that way the Rangers and Astros would be in corresponding divisions and still be interleague rivals.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/18/11 at 2:59 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL:

Bulgarian Football Union fined 40,000 euros by Uefa for incidents during game v England

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/18/11 at 3:00 pm

TENNIS:

The world's top eight players are set for the climax of the season with Roger Federer seeking to defend his ATP World Tour Finals crown in London.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/11 at 2:12 am

RUGBY UNION:

Sale thrash Rugby Club La Vila 59-6 in European Challenge Cup

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/11 at 2:22 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Australia beat England 30-8 to win Four Nations final at Elland Road

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/11 at 2:40 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray feels he must hit top form immediately to stand any chance of winning the ATP World Tour Finals.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/11 at 3:29 pm

HORSE RACING:

Kauto Star brought the house down at Haydock with a brilliant performance to win the Betfair Chase for a fourth time.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/11 at 3:30 pm

GOLF:

Greg Norman's International side must win eight out of 12 singles on Sunday if they are to avoid a fourth successive Presidents Cup defeat.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/20/11 at 2:22 am

GOLF:

Tiger Woods earns winning point as USA beat the International team 19-15 to clinch Presidents Cup

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/20/11 at 6:47 am

RUGBY UNION:

Sir Clive Woodward is concerned the Rugby Football Union could make the same mistakes again if they do not wait before appointing a new England head coach.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/20/11 at 10:07 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Wigan Warriors star Sam Tomkins could swap codes to play for the Barbarians v Australia

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/20/11 at 10:08 am

RUGBY UNION:

Warren Gatland names eight injured players in Wales' 28-man squad to face Australia on 3 December

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/20/11 at 11:19 am

TENNIS:

Roger Federer beats Jo-Wilfried Tsonga 6-2 2-6 6-4 in ATP World Tour Finals opener

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Written By: nally on 11/20/11 at 1:58 pm

Major League Baseball: L.A. Dodgers centerfielder Matt Kemp has signed an 8-year extension for his current contract, worth $160M. This means he'll likely remain with the team through the 2019 season! :D :) 8) O0

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/21/11 at 1:14 am

US FOOTBALL:

David Beckham helps LA Galaxy to 1-0 win against Houston Dynamo in MLS Cup final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/21/11 at 1:14 am

TENNIS:

Rafael Nadal beats Mardy Fish 6-2 3-6 7-6 (7-3) in ATP World Tour Finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/21/11 at 1:14 am

OLYMPICS:

World Anti-Doping Agency says BOA's lifetime ban for drug cheats violates anti-doping code

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/21/11 at 11:33 am

TENNIS:

Andy Murray hit 44 unforced errors in his first match of the ATP World Tour Finals as he he lost 6-4 7-5 to Spaniard David Ferrer.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/21/11 at 11:33 am

HORSE RACING:

Welsh jockey Isabel Tompsett has been talking about her ongoing recovery from a serious head injury suffered in a fall during a race in May. recovery from a serious head injury suffered in a fall during a race in May.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/21/11 at 11:34 am

RUGBY UNION:

Leicester Tigers centre Matt Smith has admitted that his side have "not been good enough" in the Premiership so far this season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/21/11 at 11:34 am

TENNIS:

Spain's David Ferrer says he is "sorry" for beating British number one Andy Murray at the ATP World Tour Finals campaign at the O2 in London. "I'm sorry for the people and for Andy as he is a good friend but I'm very happy. I played very consistently all game and maybe I was a bit lucky as Andy had problems in his back, but it's really nice to win here," he said.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/21/11 at 11:35 am

WORLD FOOTBALL:

Ivory Coast's Emmanuel Eboue is pelted with objects during a Turkish league game between Galatasaray and Besiktas.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/21/11 at 11:47 am

ATHLETICS:

Liz McColgan has been cleared of attacking her husband by Abroath Sheriff Court and a second charge of breach of the peace was also dropped.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/21/11 at 12:16 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray has confirmed a "problem with his groin" and says he will decide on Tuesday whether he pulls out of the ATP World Tour Finals .

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/22/11 at 1:24 am

TENNIS:

Andy Murray's groin problem could force him to withdraw from the ATP World Tour Finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/22/11 at 1:25 am

HORSE RACING:

Former champion jockey Kieren Fallon fined £3,140 after turning up late for Chester meeting in May

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Written By: Henk on 11/22/11 at 5:33 am

SPEED SKATING

Italian speed skater Enrico Fabris (30), double Olympic Champion (2006) and single time allround European Champion (2006), has announced his immediate retirement, following a disappointing last place on the 1500m in a World Cup meeting.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/22/11 at 11:55 am

RUGBY UNION:

World Cup-winning coach Graham Henry rules himself out of England manager's job

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/22/11 at 11:56 am

TENNIS:

Jo-Wilfried Tsonga beats Mardy Fish 7-6 6-1 at the ATP World Tour Finals in London

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/11 at 11:53 am

RUGBY UNION:

London Irish player Steven Shingler banned for four weeks for dangerous tackle v Cardiff Blues

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/11 at 11:54 am

TENNIS:

Tomas Berdych beats Janko Tipsarevich 2-6 6-3 7-6 (8-6) at ATP World Tour Finals in London

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/11 at 11:54 am

RUGBY UNION:

BBC extends contract to broadcast Six Nations on TV, radio & online up to and including 2017

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/24/11 at 1:22 am

TENNIS:

David Ferrer beats Novak Djokovic 6-3 6-1 at the ATP World Tour Finals in London

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/24/11 at 11:42 am

TENNIS:

Roger Federer beats Mardy Fish 6-1 3-6 6-3 in ATP Tour Finals at O2 Arena

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/24/11 at 11:43 am

ATHLETICS:

BBC wins TV, radio & online rights for 2015 & 2017 World Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/24/11 at 1:34 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL:

The Confederation of African Football rejects Namibia's appeal to have Burkina Faso thrown out of next year's African Nations Cup finals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/24/11 at 1:34 pm

FORMULA 1:

The Bahrain Grand Prix will take place in 2012 despite ongoing concerns about civil unrest in the country

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/11 at 1:29 am

TENNIS:

Jo-Wilfried Tsonga beats Rafael Nadal 7-6 4-6 6-3 to reach ATP Tour Finals last four

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/26/11 at 2:31 am

GOLF:

Ireland take two-shot lead over Germany, South Africa and US into final round of World Cup in China

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/26/11 at 2:31 am

TENNIS:

Tomas Berdych beats David Ferrer 3-6 7-5 6-1 to knock Novak Djokovic out of ATP World Tour Finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/26/11 at 7:27 am

FORMULA 1:

Final practice for the season-ending Brazilian Grand Prix begins with McLaren and Red Bull set to renew their rivalry.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/26/11 at 8:28 am

HORSE RACING:

Overturn beats Binocular to win Fighting Fifth Hurdle at Newcastle

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/26/11 at 8:28 am

FORMULA 1:

Sebastian Vettel sets fastest time in third practice for Brazilian GP with Jenson Button second

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/26/11 at 8:29 am

TENNIS:

World number four Roger Federer faces fifth seed David Ferrer in the semi-finals of the ATP World Tour Finals in London.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/26/11 at 2:31 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Premiership result - Northampton 30-8 Saracens

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/26/11 at 2:32 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Barbarians thrashed 60-11 by Australia at Twickenham

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/26/11 at 2:32 pm

France's Jo-Wilfried Tsonga faces Czech Tomas Berdych in the last four of the ATP World Tour Finals in London.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/26/11 at 4:31 pm

Roger Federer beats David Ferrer 7-5 6-3 to secure his place in the final of the ATP World Tour Finals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/27/11 at 1:27 am

GOLF:

United States, Ireland, Germany and England all in contention for World Cup of Golf in final round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/27/11 at 1:36 am

Leading Togo football players were among at least six people killed when a bus plunged into a ravine and caught fire, officials have said.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/27/11 at 4:50 am

GOLF:

United States win World Cup by two shots with England and Germany sharing second

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/27/11 at 4:50 am

RUGBY UNION:

Former South Africa coach Jake White plays down links to the vacant England post

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/27/11 at 12:28 pm

FORMULA 1:

Mark Webber of Red Bull wins Brazilian Grand Prix. Team-mate Sebastian Vettel second, Jenson Button third in McLaren

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/27/11 at 2:01 pm

ATP WORLD TOUR FINALS:

Final goes into decisive set after Tsonga wins tie-break against Federer

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/28/11 at 1:29 am

TENNIS:

Roger Federer wins ATP World Tour Finals title, beating Jo-Wilfried Tsonga 6-3 6-7 (6-8) 6-3

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/28/11 at 1:30 am

RUGBY UNION:

British and Irish Lions will play Tests in Brisbane, Melbourne & Sydney in 2013

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/28/11 at 12:59 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

2013 World Cup will be hosted in England, Wales, Ireland and France

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Written By: nally on 11/29/11 at 11:42 pm

More MLB offseason news...

The Boston Red Sox have reportedly hired Bobby Valentine as their new manager, to replace Terry Francona, who managed the team for eight seasons (leading the team to two World Series titles, 2004 and 2007). Valentine, now 61, last managed in the Major Leagues in 2002 with the Mets, ending a stint which had begun in 1996; he'd also managed the Texas Rangers from 1985 to 1992. After he stepped down from the managerial post in 2002, he managed in the Japanese league for a few years. Now, he will begin managing in the majors for the first time in nearly a decade.

Also, the Dodgers have finally gotten Jonathan Broxton off their hands!! :D The Kansas City Royals have reportedly signed him to a 1-year deal, pending a physical.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/11 at 2:50 am

GOLF:

Former US Open champion Michael Campbell says he has found fresh confidence under new coach Gary Edwin, having come close to quitting golf a year ago. Campbell, who is at home to compete in the New Zealand Open starting on Thursday, said: "I can't imagine not playing golf. I considered giving up and asked myself if I still wanted to win? I slept on it and the answer was yes, I do."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/11 at 7:57 am

GOLF:

The R&A has announced changes to the entry criteria for next year's Open Championship at Royal Lytham & St Annes. The new criteria includes a change that will see the recipient of the McCormack Medal - presented to the leading player in the World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR) at the culmination of the amateur summer season - gain automatic qualification. It means Patrick Cantlay, the recipient of the 2011 McCormack Medal, has been awarded a place at Royal Lytham in 2012.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/11 at 8:20 am

CYCLING:

Road race world champion and Tour de France green jersey winner Mark Cavendish was at Buckingham Palace today to receive his MBE from the Queen. Speaking about his conversation with the Queen, he added: "She said I must have put in a lot of hard work to get where I am. "We were talking about the Olympics and (my event) finishing on the Mall outside Buckingham Palace next year - I told her to give me a cheer when we come past."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/11 at 8:38 am

OLYMPICS:

Tokyo became the first of the six cities bidding for the 2020 Olympics to unveil its campaign logo - a garland of cherry blossoms, Japan's most celebrated flower.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/11 at 8:45 am

RUGBY UNION:

The Welsh Rugby Union confirmed today that there will be a minute's silence before the Wales v Australia match at the Millennium Stadium on Saturday. A WRU spokesman said: "Gary Speed was a talented sportsman, an excellent ambassador for soccer and a true gentleman."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/11 at 8:51 am

GOLF:

Rory McIlroy has confirmed he will play in the 2012 Irish Open. The US Open Champion revealed his intention to play in his national open at the UBS Hong Kong Open on Wednesday."For me, the Irish Open has always been, and will continue to be, one of the most important events on the global golf calendar. It's our national open and it's obviously a title that I would love to win at some stage in my career."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/11 at 10:01 am

CYCLING:

Former Tour de France winner Jan Ullrich will find out in January whether he'll get a lifetime ban from cycling for links to doping. The Court of Arbitration for Sport says it expects to rule "in approximately six weeks" on an appeal filed by the International Cycling Union.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/11 at 10:02 am

BBC announce 2011 Sports Personality of the Year top 10

The shortlist (in alphabetical order) is: Mark Cavendish (cycling), Darren Clarke (golf), Alastair Cook (cricket), Luke Donald (golf), Mo Farah (athletics), Dai Greene (athletics), Amir Khan (boxing), Rory McIlroy (golf), Andy Murray (tennis), Andrew Strauss (cricket).

The winner will be selected by public vote during the live show on Thursday, 22 December from 2000 GMT.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/11 at 10:03 am

BBC announce 2011 Sports Personality of the Year top 10

The shortlist (in alphabetical order) is: Mark Cavendish (cycling), Darren Clarke (golf), Alastair Cook (cricket), Luke Donald (golf), Mo Farah (athletics), Dai Greene (athletics), Amir Khan (boxing), Rory McIlroy (golf), Andy Murray (tennis), Andrew Strauss (cricket).

The winner will be selected by public vote during the live show on Thursday, 22 December from 2000 GMT.
SPORTS PERSONALITY:

Swimmer Rebecca Adlington said all 10 men in contention for the BBC Sports Personality of the Year award deserved their place on the shortlist. Adlington, who won a world championship gold in July, said there was no need to review the voting process despite the absence of women on the list. "I think they're rightly deserved - the guys that are in there," she said. "Hopefully some girls can be in there next year and we can have a good successful year," she told BBC Sport.

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Written By: nally on 11/30/11 at 11:16 am

Also, the Dodgers have finally gotten Jonathan Broxton off their hands!! :D The Kansas City Royals have reportedly signed him to a 1-year deal, pending a physical.

Yep, it's official now, according to what I read in the L.A. Times this morning. Personally, I didn't care what team he went to, just as long as it isn't the Dodgers.

I know he'd been sidelined most of this year with elbow problems. Maybe he might be ready to pitch again come spring training.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/11 at 12:45 pm

RUGBY UNION:

RFU to appoint England team manager as support for new coach. Interim coach for Six Nations

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/11 at 1:06 am

SNOOKER:

Defending champion John Higgins criticises changes to UK Championship format

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/11 at 1:06 am

GOLF:

Tiger Woods three off lead held by KJ Choi after first round of Chevron World Challenge

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/11 at 1:07 am

American tennis legend John McEnroe says Andy Murray must learn to control his 'demons' if he hopes to win a Grand Slam tournament.

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Written By: nally on 12/02/11 at 12:22 pm

More MLB offseason news...

The Boston Red Sox have reportedly hired Bobby Valentine as their new manager, to replace Terry Francona, who managed the team for eight seasons (leading the team to two World Series titles, 2004 and 2007). Valentine, now 61, last managed in the Major Leagues in 2002 with the Mets, ending a stint which had begun in 1996; he'd also managed the Texas Rangers from 1985 to 1992. After he stepped down from the managerial post in 2002, he managed in the Japanese league for a few years. Now, he will begin managing in the majors for the first time in nearly a decade.

It became official last night: Bobby Valentine will serve as Red Sox manager in 2012 (and possibly 2013).

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Written By: nally on 12/02/11 at 12:39 pm

NBA: The lockout could be ending soon! Five games are slated to be played on Christmas Day.

http://www.usatoday.com/sports/basketball/nba/story/2011-12-02/NBA-releases-five-game-Christmas-Day-slate-to-open-season/51585272/1

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/11 at 2:24 pm

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL:

Uefa president Michael Platini supports principle of playing 2022 World Cup in winter

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/11 at 2:24 pm

PARALYMPICS:

2012 tickets have gone back on sale on first come, first served basis

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/11 at 11:37 pm

BOXING:

Britain's Martin Murray's WBA middleweight title fight against Felix Sturm ends in a draw

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/11 at 11:38 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Bottom-of-the-table Newcastle earn crucial 26-25 Premiership victory over Gloucester

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/11 at 11:39 pm

TENNIS:

Spain lead Argentina 2-0 in Davis Cup final after Ferrer beat Del Potro 6-2 6-7 (2-7) 3-6 6-4 6-3

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/11 at 11:39 pm

GOLF:

Tiger Woods leads by three shots at the halfway point of the Chevron World Challenge

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/03/11 at 5:25 am

HOCKEY:

Great Britain come from behind to beat Pakistan 2-1 in their Champions Trophy opener in Auckland

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/03/11 at 5:25 am

CYCLING:

GB's Wendy Houvenaghel gets silver in women's individual pursuit at Track World Cup in Colombia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/03/11 at 6:37 am

Today at the 2011 AEGON Masters Tennis at the Royal Albert Hall, London

ATP Champions Tour match – Goran Ivanisevic v Mark Philippoussis
Doubles exhibition match - Bahrami/Castle v McNamara/Pernfors
Legends match – Henri Leconte v John McEnroe

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/03/11 at 6:48 am

The players are out on the pitch at Newcastle where there is a rousing minute's of applause for Gary Speed. Newcastle coach John Carver is very upset. Speed by the way scored his first goal for Newcastle in this fixture - a 3-1 defeat of Chelsea in 1998.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/03/11 at 10:27 am

RUGBY UNION:

England World Cup winning hooker Steve Thompson announces retirement

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/03/11 at 12:34 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL:

Former Brazil captain Socrates is fighting for his life in hospital.

Medics at a Sao Paulo hospital said Socrates, widely regarded as one of the greatest midfielders of all time, remained on life support on Saturday.

He has been in a critical condition with an intestinal infection since being admitted to intensive care on Friday night.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/03/11 at 3:44 pm

SNOOKER:

UK Championship results: Neil Robertson 6-1 Tom Ford, Graeme Dott 6-1 Matthew Selt

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/03/11 at 4:45 pm

TENNIS:

Argentina keep alive their Davis Cup final hopes with a crushing doubles victory over Spain in Seville.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/11 at 5:18 am

Former Brazil captain Socrates has died at the age of 57.

He had been in a critical condition with an intestinal infection since being admitted to intensive care on Friday at a hospital in Sao Paulo.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/11 at 7:39 am

GOLF:

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy wins Hong Kong Open by two shots from Frenchman Gregory Havret

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/11 at 9:36 am

GOLF:

Lee Westwood retains Nedbank Golf Challenge in South Africa despite final-day 73

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/11 at 10:36 am

TENNIS:

Rafael Nadal beats Juan Martin Del Potro in a thrilling match to win the Davis Cup for Spain

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/11 at 10:36 am

SNOOKER:

Ronnie O'Sullivan beats Steve Davis 6-1 in UK Championship first round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/11 at 2:16 pm

SNOOKER:

Ali Carter beats Robert Milkins 6-4 in the UK Championship first round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/11 at 2:16 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Unbeaten Harlequins beat Wasps 22-16 to win their 14th match in a row this season

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/11 at 2:16 pm

OLYMPICS:

Ex-Fifa president Joao Havelange resigns from International Olympic Committee

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Written By: nally on 12/04/11 at 5:58 pm

MLB: Manny Ramirez has reportedly decided to be "reinstated" from retirement. ::) This comes several months after he decided to retire rather than face another drug punishment.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/05/11 at 1:32 am

HOCKEY:

Great Britain's men lose 4-1 to Australia in second Champions Trophy group game

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/05/11 at 1:32 am

GOLF:

Tiger Woods wins first tournament for two years at Chevron World Challenge

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/05/11 at 1:32 am

SNOOKER:

Shaun Murphy beats Li Yan 6-3 in Sunday's final UK Championship first-round game

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/05/11 at 1:48 pm

WINTER OLYMPICS:

Gary Anderson, performance director of Great Britain Bobsleigh, on Twitter: "It's official! GBR Bobsleigh have qualified 2 sleds in the women's race and 1 Sled in the mens race at the 2012 Winter Youth Olympic Games!"

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Written By: nally on 12/05/11 at 2:28 pm

WINTER OLYMPICS:

Gary Anderson, performance director of Great Britain Bobsleigh, on Twitter: "It's official! GBR Bobsleigh have qualified 2 sleds in the women's race and 1 Sled in the mens race at the 2012 Winter Youth Olympic Games!"

Ah... Winter Youth Olympic Games. At first I was a bit confused because the next official Winter Games will not be played until 2014.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/06/11 at 12:14 pm

SNOOKER:

Two-time champion Ding Junhui records a break of 133, the 224th century break of his career, on his way to a 6-5 win over Mark Stevens of Wales at the UK Championship in York.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/06/11 at 12:15 pm

SNOOKER:

'Rocket' Ronnie O'Sullivan hit his hit his 660th century break in his 6-5 defeat by Judd Trump at the UK Snooker Championship in York.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/06/11 at 12:23 pm

SNOOKER:

'Rocket' Ronnie O'Sullivan hit his hit his 660th century break in his 6-5 defeat by Judd Trump at the UK Snooker Championship in York.
Former world champion Ronnie O'Sullivan threatens to retire from snooker after his 6-5 defeat against Judd Trump in the last 16 of the UK Championship in York.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/06/11 at 12:31 pm

RUGBY:

Cardiff Blues flanker Martyn Williams suffers a setback in his recovery from a broken arm.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/06/11 at 3:10 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Northampton's Chris Ashton banned for four weeks for 'hair-pull' incident, RFU confirm

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/11 at 1:20 am

SNOOKER:

Neil Robertson beats Graeme Dott 6-3 to reach quarter-finals of UK Championship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/11 at 1:20 am

SNOOKER:

World champion John Higgins beaten 6-4 by Stephen Maguire at UK Championships in York

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/11 at 11:50 am

RUGBY UNION:

Bath's ex-England captain Lewis Moody out for three months after shoulder surgery

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/11 at 11:50 am

FORMULA ONE:

F1 bosses announce unchanged 2012 calendar despite doubts over USA and Bahrain races

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/11 at 11:50 am

SNOOKER:

Shaun Murphy through to quarter-finals at UK Championship after 6-4 win over Martin Gould

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/11 at 11:50 am

SNOOKER:

Ricky Walden beats Mark Williams 6-3 in the second round of the UK Championship in York

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/11 at 11:52 am

RUGBY UNION:

New Zealand's World Cup-winning attack coach Wayne Smith confirms he would consider a role in a new-look England management team.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/11 at 12:21 pm

AWARDS:

Swimmer Rebecca Adlington and cyclist Mark Cavendish have been voted sportswoman and sportsman of the year for 2011 by the Sports Journalists Association.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/11 at 12:25 pm

TENNIS:

Roger Federer has confirmed he will play in the Davis Cup for Switzerland in their first round meeting with the United States at Freiburg in February.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/11 at 12:25 pm

MOTORSPORT:

Britain will not stage a round of the 2012 World Touring Car Championship, world governing body the FIA announces. Donington Park, which hosted the British round in the 2011 campaign, has been dropped from the calendar to make way for new races in Argentina, Austria and the United States.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/11 at 1:33 am

SNOOKER:

Mark Allen beats Ali Carter 6-2 to advance to quarter-finals of UK Championship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/11 at 11:38 am

BBC SPORT:

Young Sports Personality award contenders: Lucy Garner, Eleanor Simmonds, Lauren Taylor

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/11 at 11:39 am

RUGBY UNION:

RFU confirms that Stuart Lancaster will be interim England head coach for Six Nations

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/11 at 11:39 am

FORMULA 1:

Future of Formula 1 Teams' Association in the balance with more teams set to quit the body

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/11 at 11:40 am

GOLF:

Rory McIlroy shoots a 66 and rankings rival Luke Donald a 72 in Dubai World Championship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/11 at 11:40 am

SNOOKER:

Judd Trump compiles three centuries in beating Stephen Maguire 6-3 in UK Championship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/11 at 12:53 pm

CURLING:

Scotland's men are out of the Le Gruyere European Curling Championships in Moscow after a 7-5 play-off defeat by the Czech Republic.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/11 at 12:53 pm

TENNIS:

Sweden's former world number four Robin Soderling has ruled himself out of January's Australian Open as he struggles to recover from glandular fever. The 27-year-old, a two-time French Open runner-up, has not played since mid-July when he won the Bastad title, his fourth trophy of the season.

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Written By: nally on 12/08/11 at 1:11 pm

MLB: This morning it was just announced that Albert Pujols has changed teams. But it wasn't to the Marlins, who were in hot pursuit of him.

It was the Angels!

He signed a ten-year deal with them, which means he'll be with them until the year 2021, when he's 41.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/11 at 2:06 pm

SNOOKER:

Mark Allen makes it 2-0 in his UK Championship quarter-final with Marco Fu.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/11 at 2:06 pm

SNOOKER:

Shaun Murphy wins another frame and takes a 2-1 lead in his UK Championship quarter-final against Ricky Walden.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/09/11 at 1:28 am

SNOOKER:

Mark Allen beats Marco Fu 6-5 to book UK semi-final v Ricky Walden, who beat Shaun Murphy 6-3

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/09/11 at 1:28 am

RUGBY UNION:

Newcastle beat Toulon 6-3 in European Challenge Cup pool match at Kingston Park

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/09/11 at 1:28 am

FORMULA 1:

Romain Grosjean joins Kimi Raikkonen to drive for Renault, who will become Lotus in 2012

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 12/09/11 at 12:31 pm

MLB: This morning it was just announced that Albert Pujols has changed teams. But it wasn't to the Marlins, who were in hot pursuit of him.

It was the Angels!

He signed a ten-year deal with them, which means he'll be with them until the year 2021, when he's 41.

The Angels also signed left-handed starting pitcher CJ Wilson, who'd spent the last couple seasons with the Rangers. So he and Pujols, who faced each other several times during this past World Series, are now going to be teammates!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/09/11 at 1:17 pm

SNOOKER:

Judd Trump and Neil Robertson 4-4 at end of first UK Championship semi-final session

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/09/11 at 1:17 pm

GOLF:

Rory McIlroy drops two shots in final two holes to lie five strokes off lead at Dubai World C'ship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/09/11 at 11:54 pm

HEINEKEN CUP:

Harlequins' 14-match unbeaten run comes to an end as Toulouse prevail 21-10 at The Stoop

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/09/11 at 11:54 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Northampton rule out appeal against Chris Ashton's four-week ban for hair-pulling incident

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/09/11 at 11:55 pm

GOLF:

Rory McIlroy drops two shots in final two holes to lie five strokes off lead at Dubai World C'ship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/09/11 at 11:55 pm

SNOOKER:

Judd Trump beats Neil Robertson 9-7 to reach his first UK Championship final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/10/11 at 4:21 am

HOCKEY:

Great Britain beat South Korea 4-3 at Champions Trophy; will play Germany for 5th place finish

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/10/11 at 4:21 am

HORSE RACING:

Today's jumps meeting at Lingfield has been abandoned due to a frozen track

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/10/11 at 4:22 am

HORSE RACING:

Doncaster to stage further inspection at 1030 as parts of track still frozen

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/10/11 at 5:08 am

HORSE RACING:

Doncaster to stage further inspection at 1030 as parts of track still frozen
Doncaster to stage fourth inspection at 1130 as parts of track still frozen

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/10/11 at 7:28 am

SAILING:

Ben Ainslie faces hearing after boarding media boat to complain about being obstructed during race

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/10/11 at 10:12 am

SAILING:

Ben Ainslie faces hearing after boarding media boat to complain about being obstructed during race

Ben Ainslie cannot win World Championship medal after disqualification

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/10/11 at 10:13 am

SNOOKER:

Ricky Walden leads Mark Allen 5-3 after first session of their UK Championship semi-final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/10/11 at 11:19 am

BOXING:

Amir Khan says he will have no choice but to move up to welterweight if he successfully defends his WBA and IBF light-welterweight titles against Lamont Peterson.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/10/11 at 3:46 pm

HEINEKEN CUP:

Two-time champions Munster win 17-14 v Scarlets in Llanelli to take control of Pool One

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/10/11 at 3:46 pm

SNOOKER:

Mark Allen beats Ricky Walden 9-7 to book UK Championship final with Judd Trump on Sunday

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/10/11 at 3:47 pm

HEINEKEN CUP:

Saracens beat Ospreys 31- 26 at Wembley Stadium to go top of Pool Five

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/10/11 at 3:47 pm

SPANISH FOOTBALL:

Latest
Real Madrid 1-1 Barcelona

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/11/11 at 3:46 am

SPANISH FOOTBALL:

Latest
Real Madrid 1-1 Barcelona
Barcelona win 3-1 at Real Madrid in 'El Clasico' to displace their great rivals at top of La Liga

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/11/11 at 3:46 am

SNOOKER:

Mark Allen beats Ricky Walden 9-7 to book UK Championship final with Judd Trump on Sunday

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/11/11 at 3:47 am

HOCKEY:

Great Britain beaten 1-0 by Germany and finish sixth at the Champions Trophy in Auckland

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/11/11 at 3:47 am

BOXING:

Amir Khan loses IBF & WBA light-welterweight titles on points decision to Lamont Peterson

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/11/11 at 6:01 am

GOLF:

Luke Donald achieves historic money list double after Rory McIlroy fails to win in Dubai

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/11/11 at 6:20 am

SAILING:

GB's Giles Scott wins gold and Ed Wright bronze in the Finn Class at the World Championships

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/11/11 at 11:01 am

RUGBY UNION:

Champions Leinster win 18-13 at Bath to remain on course to top their Heineken Cup pool

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/11/11 at 11:01 am

HEINEKEN CUP:

Glasgow beat Montpellier 20-15 to move into second place in Pool Three behind Leinster

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/11/11 at 11:01 am

RUGBY UNION:

Leicester beaten 30-12 by Clermont Auvergne in Heineken Cup pool match in France

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/12/11 at 12:55 am

SNOOKER:

Judd Trump beats Mark Allen 10-8 to win UK Championship crown, his second ranking event win

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/12/11 at 1:32 pm

RUGBY UNION:

England's World Cup-winning fly-half Jonny Wilkinson announces his international retirement

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/12/11 at 1:33 pm

RUGBY UNION:

England's World Cup-winning fly-half Jonny Wilkinson announces his international retirement

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-UIoQTK3owxg/TdFdpjvKzyI/AAAAAAAAA_Y/3Y92TOVzMTo/s400/jonny_wilkinson.jpg

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/13/11 at 1:09 pm

The British Olympic Association will take its fight to keep a lifetime ban for drugs cheats to the Court of Arbitration for Sport.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/14/11 at 1:22 am

GOLF:

World number one Luke Donald named PGA Tour player of the year

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/14/11 at 12:15 pm

HORSE RACING:

Four jockeys among 11 people found guilty after corruption inquiry by BHA

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/14/11 at 12:16 pm

FORMULA 1:

Toro Rosso to go into 2012 with new driver line-up of Daniel Ricciardo & Jean-Eric Vergne

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/14/11 at 12:16 pm

RUGBY UNION:

RFU names Ian Ritchie, formerly of All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club, as CEO

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/14/11 at 12:19 pm

TENNIS:

Former Wimbledon champion Richard Krajicek has pulled out of the running to become chief executive of the ATP. Dutch newspaper De Telegraaf reported 40-year-old Krajicek withdrew his name because he felt he lacked the required support to land the job.

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Written By: nally on 12/14/11 at 1:23 pm

MLB offseason news: The Milwaukee Brewers have reportedly signed veteran third baseman Aramis Ramirez, who had spent the past several years with the Chicago Cubs. Before that, he began his career with the Pittsburgh Pirates. I do remember hearing on MLB Network last month that Ramirez stated he wished to be on a team other than the Cubs in 2012.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/16/11 at 1:22 am

RUGBY UNION:

Wasps beat Bayonne 25-11 in European Challenge Cup at Adams Park

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/16/11 at 1:22 am

RUGBY UNION:

Steve Hansen named new coach of World Cup champions New Zealand

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/16/11 at 1:08 pm

FORMULA 1:

Force India confirm Paul di Resta and Nico Hulkenberg will drive for them in 2012

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/16/11 at 1:08 pm

OLYMPICS:

Football Association says players involved in Euro 2012 will not feature for Team GB at Olympics

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/16/11 at 1:09 pm

SWIMMING:

Five-time Olympic gold medallist Ian Thorpe has finished 16th in the 100m freestyle at the Italian Winter Open in what was the Australian's first long course outing in six years. Thorpe clocked 50.84sec in an event won by Italy's Luca Dotto (48.78sec). The 29-year-old retired in November 2006, but announced in February this year that he was returning to the pool with the target of competing in London 2012.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/16/11 at 1:10 pm

ROWING:

Britain's rowers face their first big test since September's World Championships when they compete at the British winter assessment on Saturday. GB delivered an impressive showing in 2011's showpiece event in New Zealand, winning 10 Olympic-class medals. The squad also qualified crews in 13 of the 14 Olympic events for London 2012. But with places in those boats yet to be confirmed, rowers will be keen to impress over a 5km course at Boston Rowing Club in Lincolnshire.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/16/11 at 1:10 pm

TENNIS:

The Croatian Tennis Federation says it turned down an offer from 2001 Wimbledon champion Goran Ivanisevic to become the country's Davis Cup captain due to financial reasons.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/16/11 at 10:59 pm

BOXING:

Carl Froch weighs in at 167.5 lbs for super-middleweight Super Six final against Andre Ward

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/16/11 at 10:59 pm

BASEBALL:

Barry Bonds sentenced to 30 days' house arrest and two years' probation for misleading grand jury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/17/11 at 2:34 am

SWIMMING:

Lizzie Simmonds sets European record in 200m backstroke but US dominate in Duel in the Pool

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/17/11 at 2:42 am

HORSE RACING:

Saturday's meetings at Ascot and Newcastle to go ahead; Haydock faces 1000 GMT inspection

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/17/11 at 2:46 am

GOLF:

England's Lee Westwood follows up from Thursday's career-best 60 with a second-round 64 at the Thailand Golf Championship.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/17/11 at 3:08 am

Lawn Tennis Association chief executive Roger Draper refuses to predict how many British players will be in the top 100 in five years but concedes the rate of progress has been "unacceptable".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/17/11 at 3:29 am

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2VQc3j3774w

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/17/11 at 5:09 am

RUGBY UNION:

Jonny Wilkinson extends Toulon contract for another year

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/17/11 at 6:00 am

Formula 1 boss Bernie Ecclestone says the sport struggles to be a success in the United States as "they want to see a profit before they start".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/17/11 at 6:02 am

HORSE RACING:

Saturday's meetings at Ascot, Newcastle and Haydock all to go ahead as planned

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/17/11 at 10:59 am

HORSE RACING:

Big Buck's lands 14th straight win with easy victory in Long Walk Hurdle at Ascot

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/17/11 at 10:59 am

BOXING:

Carl Froch weighs in at 167.5 lbs for super-middleweight Super Six final against Andre Ward

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/17/11 at 11:00 am

HEINEKEN CUP: Results:

Leicester 23-19 Clermont Auvergne
Aironi 20-46 Ulster
L Irish 19-25 Racing Metro

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Written By: nally on 12/17/11 at 12:10 pm

BASEBALL:

Barry Bonds sentenced to 30 days' house arrest and two years' probation for misleading grand jury

Oh yes, I heard all about that yesterday. He somehow avoided jail time. ::)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/17/11 at 11:36 pm

BOXING:

Andre Ward outclasses and outmuscles Nottingham's Carl Froch to win the Super Six super-middleweight tournament in Atlantic City.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/18/11 at 2:41 am

GOLF:

England's Ian Poulter wins the Australian Masters by three shots in Melbourne

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/18/11 at 3:53 am

SAILING:

GB pair Hannah Mills and Saskia Clark win silver in the 470 class at the Worlds in Australia

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/18/11 at 4:53 am

GOLF:

Lee Westwood wins Thailand Golf Championship by seven shots from Charl Schwartzel

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/19/11 at 12:02 pm

BOXING:

Carl Froch is keen for his next fight to be in England after losing WBC super-middleweight belt

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/19/11 at 12:02 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Hull FC suspend new signing Martin Aspinwall while they look into a disciplinary matter

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/19/11 at 12:03 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL:

Scottish Premier League will consider allowing clubs to pilot safe standing areas in grounds

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/19/11 at 12:04 pm

ATHLETICS:

World and European 5,000 metres champion Mo Farah will launch his 2012 track campaign in the Aviva International Match at Kelvin Hall, Glasgow on 28 January.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/20/11 at 12:55 am

OLYMPICS:

West Ham are warned that the Olympic Stadium does not need a football club playing there in order to survive after the Games.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/20/11 at 12:59 am

TENNIS:

Venus Williams withdraws from ASB Classic in Auckland in January because of ongoing health issues

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/20/11 at 3:05 pm

BOXING:

Amir Khan's camp lodge formal appeal against his controversial points defeat by Lamont Peterson

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/20/11 at 3:05 pm

ATHLETICS:

French triple jumper Teddy Tamgho banned for 12 months (six suspended) after altercation

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/21/11 at 2:04 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Leeds coach Brian McDermott calls for more home-grown coaches in Super League

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/21/11 at 2:04 am

BOXING:

Amir Khan's camp lodge formal appeal against his controversial points defeat by Lamont Peterson

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/21/11 at 2:59 am

SWIMMING:

A depressing tale from Australia, where three-time Olympian and Commonwealth Games champion swimmer Phil Rogers has had many of his medals stolen from his home during a daylight break-in. The 40-year-old Rogers, a former breaststroker, said Wednesday that thieves made off with an Olympic medley relay bronze medal from Atlanta in 1996, two Commonwealth Games gold medals, two world championship gold medals, two Pan Pacific golds and Rogers' Order of Australia medal. He said the medals had no monetary value but "they're of tremendous value to me because it's 20 years of hard work."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/21/11 at 4:04 am

RUGBY UNION:

England lock Courtney Lawes signs a new contract with Northampton that will keep him at the club until 2015.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/21/11 at 5:25 am

BOXING:

The International Boxing Federation confirms they will investigate Amir Khan's defeat by Lamont Peterson after receiving a request for a formal appeal from Golden Boy Promotions

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/21/11 at 5:25 am

WORLD FOOTBALL:

Celtic midfielder Ki Sung-yueng has been named Korean Footballer of the Year. The 22-year-old beat last year's winner, Lee Dong-Gook, to the award after picking up the most votes from his nation's sports writers and technical officials.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/21/11 at 5:26 am

PENTATHLON:

Jamie Cooke has won the British Olympic Association Modern Pentathlon Olympic athlete of the year award at the end of a season that saw him achieve the London 2012 qualification standard and win the World Junior Championships.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/21/11 at 5:26 am

MOTORSPORT:

Poole Pirates will face Swedish side Piraterna and Danish team Holstebro in the European Championship league.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/21/11 at 5:26 am

CYCLING:

Edvald Boasson Hagen has signed a new three-year contract with Team Sky. The 24-year-old Norwegian claimed Team Sky's first Tour de France successes last July, winning two stages at cycling's premier event.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/21/11 at 5:26 am

ATHLETICS:

World 5,000 metres champion Mo Farah and world 10km open water champion Keri-Anne Payne are among 37 athletes who have been named British Olympic Association's Olympic athlete of the year in their individual sport.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/21/11 at 5:45 am

HORSERACING:

Britain's leading female flat jockey Hayley Turner is thrilled to be back in action after nearly four months out with a broken ankle.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/21/11 at 5:58 am

BASKETBALL:

Great Britain forward Julie Page has been named British Basketball's player of the year and Olympic Athlete of the Year for basketball.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/21/11 at 6:29 am

RUGBY UNION:

Newcastle Falcons have announced the signing of Scottish-born academy tight-head prop Scott Wilson for the 2012-13 season and beyond. Wilson has already represented the Falcons A team and will start full-time training once he has completed his A Levels in the summer.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/21/11 at 6:41 am

TENNIS:

Jimmy Connors is to return to the ATP Champions Tour after a 13-year absence to play in March's BNP Paribas Zurich Open. Now 59, the former world number one and winner of eight Grand Slam titles, will join a round-robin group that includes Henri Leconte at the event, which is now in its third year.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/21/11 at 7:00 am

GERMAN FOOTBALL:

News now of a former Chelsea player, Arjen Robben, now with Bayern Munich, who has apologised to fans for falling to the ground too easily in a recent away win at Stuttgart, in which Claudio Molinari was sent off. "It was stupid," Robben says. "It was probably a penalty, but I should have fallen earlier. I shouldn't do things like that, and I apologise."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/21/11 at 9:06 am

RUGBY UNION:

Rugby Football Union have announced that John Wells and Mike Ford, England's forwards and defence coaches respectively for the 2007 and 2011 Rugby World Cups, will be leaving the Union.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/21/11 at 9:33 am

WORLD FOOTBALL:

AP are reporting that five Chile players, including Jean Beausejour of Birmingham City and West Brom's Gonzalo Jara, have been fined and suspended for 10 matches by a disciplinary tribunal for arriving late and drunk to the team hotel before World Cup qualifying matches.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/21/11 at 9:44 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL:

Reuters are reporting that CSKA Sofia defender Kostadin Stoyanov faces a ban of up to two years after he failed a drugs test.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/21/11 at 4:02 pm

BOXING:

Floyd Mayweather Jr jailed for 90 days after pleading guilty to assaulting ex-girlfriend in 2010

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/21/11 at 4:02 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL:

Benfica say Portugal legend Eusebio has been hospitalized after displaying signs of pneumonia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/22/11 at 12:41 am

Best own goal ever scored Sun Hei Vs Citizen Hong Kong

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Feurle7qkfQ

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/22/11 at 5:24 am

Henri Michel resigns as coach of Equatorial Guinea for the second time in recent months due to "repeat interference" in his job.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/22/11 at 5:50 am

COMING UP TONIGHT:

It's the BIGGEST sporting event in the BBC calendar - the Sports Personality of the Year - live from Salford from 2000 GMT on BBC One, with coverage starting on BBC Radio 5 live from 1900 GMT. The 10 contenders are: Mark Cavendish, Darren Clarke, Alastair Cook, Luke Donald, Mo Farah, Dai Green, Amir Khan, Rory McIlroy, Andrew Strauss and Andy Murray.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/22/11 at 7:30 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL:

Interesting news coming in from French news agency AFP, who are reporting that Paris St Germain sports director Leonardo has dismissed club manager Antoine Kombouare.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/22/11 at 9:24 am

TENNIS:

Brad Drewett has been named as the ATP's new executive chairman and president. Australian Drewett, a former tour professional, steps up from his role as ATP senior executive after being voted in by the organisation's board of directors for a three-year term

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/22/11 at 9:24 am

FORMULA ONE:

Red Bull's Adrian Newey and Christian Horner believe they have enough to challenge for the 2012 title and have praised World Champion Sebastian Vettel's dedication.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/22/11 at 9:48 am

RUGBY UNION:

Harlequins flanker Will Skinner has been handed a two-week ban after he was sent off during last weekend's Heineken Cup victory over Toulouse. Skinner received a red card from Irish referee Alain Rolland for what European Rugby Cup described as "an act contrary to good sportsmanship."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/23/11 at 2:20 am

BBC SPORT PERSONALITY OF THE YEAR:

World road race champion and Tour de France green jersey winner Mark Cavendish has been voted BBC Sports Personality of the Year.

The 26-year-old is only the third cyclist to win after Tommy Simpson in 1965 and Sir Chris Hoy in 2008.

Cavendish said: "I am absolutely speechless. Just to be nominated was an incredible feeling."

Golfer Darren Clarke, who triumphed at the Open, was second with world 5,000m champion athlete Mo Farah third.

In the night's other awards England's cricket team were named Team of the Year, with their coach Andy Flower winnning the Coach of the Year award.

World number one tennis player Novak Djokovic, winner of three of the year's four Grand Slams, won the Overseas Sports Personality of the Year, while teenage golfer Lauren Taylor scooped the Young Sports Personality award.

Athletics coaches Janice Eaglesham and Ian Mirfin won the BBC Sports Unsung Hero award.

Former rower Sir Steve Redgrave won the Lifetime Achievement award while Bob Champion was handed the Helen Rollason Award.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/23/11 at 7:04 am

IRISH FOOTBALL:

Confirmation that former Shamrock Rovers boss Michael O'Neill is the preferred choice to become the new manager of Northern Ireland.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/23/11 at 8:43 am

WORLD CRICKET:

Former cricket financier Allen Stanford ruled as mentally fit to stand trial by US federal judge

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/23/11 at 8:59 am

SNOOKER:

The Players Tour Championship Grand Finals featuring the likes of UK champion Judd Trump, world champion John Higgins and former world number one Ronnie O'Sullivan in a 24-man line-up, will be staged at the Bailey Allen Hall in Galway, from 14-18 March.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/23/11 at 9:13 am

RUGBY UNION:

Tonga international Epi Taione, who won 18 caps for Tonga and six for the Pacific Islanders and played in the 1999 and 2007 World Cups, as well as having club stints in England with Newcastle, Sale and Harlequins, has been forced to retire because of a serious knee injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/23/11 at 9:42 am

WORLD FOOTBALL:

Former Argentina midfielder Diego Simeone is the new coach of Atletico Madrid, replacing Gregorio Manzano, who was sacked after Atletico were eliminated from the Copa del Rey by third-tier Albacete.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/24/11 at 10:29 am

TENNIS:

Maria Sharapova pulls out of next month's Brisbane International because of injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/24/11 at 1:00 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Northampton up to third in Premiership table after beating Bath 22-13 at Franklin's Gardens

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Written By: nally on 12/25/11 at 2:28 pm

MLB offseason news: A few days ago, Carlos Beltran, who'd spent the second half of the 2011 season with the Giants (after being acquired from the Mets in a trade), has signed with the World Champion St. Louis Cardinals for the 2012 season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/26/11 at 12:39 pm

HORSE RACING:

Kauto Star, 3-1 second favourite, wins King George VI at Kempton for a record fifth time

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/27/11 at 3:58 am

RUGBY UNION:

Coaching director Scott Johnson to leave the Ospreys at the end of the season

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/28/11 at 7:47 am

TENNIS:

Britain's Heather Watson to miss ASB Classic in Auckland because of a sprained ankle

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/28/11 at 9:15 am

HORSE RACING:

Jonjo O'Neill's Synchronised, ridden by Tony McCoy, wins Lexus Chase at Leopardstown

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/29/11 at 9:55 am

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Former Hull employees Martin Gleeson, James Rule and Ben Cooper banned for doping offences

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/30/11 at 9:42 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL:

Swiss Football Association gives FC Sion 36-point penalty for fielding ineligible players

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/30/11 at 9:42 am

RUGBY UNION:

Munster lock Paul O'Connell named as Ireland's captain for the Six Nations

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/30/11 at 9:43 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL:

Former Chelsea boss Carlo Ancelotti confirmed as new coach of Paris Saint-Germain

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/30/11 at 11:00 am

HORSE RACING:

Champion jump jockey AP McCoy taken to hospital with broken ribs after fall at Taunton

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/01/12 at 5:04 am

TENNIS:

Andy Murray appoints former world number one Ivan Lendl as his full-time coach

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/02/12 at 3:34 am

HORSE RACING:

Today's racing at Ayr goes ahead after a successful early-morning precautionary inspection

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/03/12 at 12:33 pm

RUGBY UNION:

England and Northampton lock Courtney Lawes ruled out for several weeks with knee injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/03/12 at 12:34 pm

BOXING:

WBO light-heavyweight champion Nathan Cleverly to face American Tommy Karpency on 25 February

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/03/12 at 12:36 pm

TENNIS:

British number one Andy Murray overcame fitness concerns and an in-form Mikhail Kukushkin to win his opening match of 2012 at the Brisbane International.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/12 at 11:56 am

CYCLING:

GB's Bradley Wiggins says David Millar should not be allowed to compete in Olympics

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/12 at 11:58 am

RUGBY UNION:

England's Manu Tuilagi struggling to be fit for start of Six Nations with hamstring injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/12 at 12:43 pm

TENNIS:

Switzerland's Roger Federer beats Slovenian qualifier Grega Zemlja 6-2 6-3 at the Qatar Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/12 at 12:44 pm

WINTER SPORTS:

British bobsleigher Serita Shone says that she is hopeful about qualifying for the 2014 Winter Olympics.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/12 at 12:44 pm

FORMULA ONE:

Formula 1 bosses have changed the rules to prevent drivers 'blocking' a rival who is trying to pass them.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/12 at 6:55 am

FORMULA 1:

Red Bull announce Sebastien Buemi, dropped from feeder team Toro Rosso, as reserve driver

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/12 at 6:56 am

RUGBY UNION:

Steve Shingler is one of six uncapped players included in Scotland's 36-man Six Nations squad

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/12 at 7:20 am

TENNIS:

Kim Clijsters is through to the semi-finals of the Brisbane International after beating Iveta Benesova 6-3 6-2.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/12 at 7:50 am

BOXING:

Amir Khan has renewed his campaign to have the decision from his light-welterweight world title defeat by Lamont Peterson overturned in a series of tweets alleging irregularities in the judging of the fight.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/12 at 7:51 am

TENNIS:

Alexandr Dolgopolov and Gilles Simon are through to the semi-finals of the Brisbane International. Dolgopolov of Ukraine beat Radek Stepanek of the Czech Republic 4-6 6-3 6-3 and Frenchman Simon beat Colombia's Santiago Giraldo 7-6 (7-2) 6-4.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/12 at 10:17 am

TENNIS:

World number three Roger Federer beats Italy's Andreas Seppi 6-3 5-7 6-4 to reach the semi-finals of the Doha Open in Qatar.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/12 at 10:58 am

WORLD FOOTBALL:

Schalke midfielder Jermaine Jones is banned for eight weeks after being found guilty of intentionally stepping on an opponent's injured foot. The United States international will miss six Bundesliga matches and two Europa League games.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/12 at 10:58 am

ATHLETICS:

Last year's Boston Marathon champions will defend their titles in 2012. Race officials announced that men's champion Geoffrey Mutai and women's winner Caroline Kilel, both of Kenya, have committed to run the 116th Boston Marathon on 16 April.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/12 at 12:51 pm

TENNIS:

Top seed Rafael Nadal reaches the last four at the Doha Open in Qatar after beating Russia's Mikhail Youzhny 6-4 6-4 and will face either Gael Monfils or Viktor Troicki in the semi-finals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/12 at 12:53 pm

GOLF:

This year's Irish Open is expected to be held at Royal Portrush for the first time since 1936, boosting the chances of the Northern Irish course hosting a British Open in the near future. The European Tour has called a news conference for Friday at Royal Portrush, when the coastal venue is expected to replace Killarney as the host of the Irish Open from 28 June-1 July.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/12 at 12:53 pm

GOLF:

South African Thomas Aiken sets a clubhouse target that proves impossible to match on the opening day of the Africa Open in East London. Aiken was in the first group out from the ninth tee at 0630 local time and carded a superb first-round 64 to finish one shot ahead of playing partner Retief Goosen and Jaco Ahlers.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/06/12 at 7:41 am

TENNIS:

Roger Federer withdraws ahead of Qatar Open semi-final v Jo-Wilfried Tsonga with a back injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/06/12 at 7:41 am

BOXING:

Amir Khan claims he saw an unidentified man who "interfered" with officials during his defeat by Lamont Peterson celebrating with the winner.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/06/12 at 7:42 am

OLYMPICS:

London 2012 have temporarily suspended customers from putting Olympic tickets up for re-sale on the official site after a number of problems this morning. Locog say that this is being done while the site is "refreshed and updated". It is still possible for customers to buy tickets though.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/06/12 at 10:07 am

CYCLING:

Jason Kenny awarded world individual sprint gold after Gregory Bauge's results annulled

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/12 at 12:49 am

SAILING:

Briton Brian Thompson member of crew that sets new round-the-world record of 45 days 13 hrs

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/12 at 3:00 pm

DARTS:

Martin Adams begins BDO world title defence with a 3-0 win over fellow Englishman Scott Mitchell

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/12 at 3:02 pm

DARTS:

Martin Adams begins BDO world title defence with a 3-0 win over fellow Englishman Scott Mitchell
Is darts a sport?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/08/12 at 3:11 am

WORLD FOOTBALL:

Former Mexican international footballer Omar "El Gato" Ortiz has been arrested for allegedly participating in a kidnapping ring, police have announced.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/08/12 at 3:12 am

BOXING:

Amir Khan's trainer Freddie Roach says he knows mystery man ringside at Lamont Peterson fight

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/08/12 at 3:13 am

FOOTBALL:

Man, 20, arrested on suspicion of racially aggravated public order offence at Liverpool v Oldham

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/08/12 at 3:14 am

TENNIS:

Andy Murray beats third-seed Alexandr Dolgopolov 6-4 6-1 in Brisbane International final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/08/12 at 3:14 am

GOLF:

Steve Stricker fires second-round 63 to lead Tournament of Champions - Martin Laird tied 4th

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/08/12 at 11:44 am

OLYMPICS:

London 2012 have temporarily suspended customers from putting Olympic tickets up for re-sale on the official site after a number of problems this morning. Locog say that this is being done while the site is "refreshed and updated". It is still possible for customers to buy tickets though.
The Olympic ticket resale website remains suspended after problems caused London 2012 chiefs to close it on Friday afternoon

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/09/12 at 11:52 am

OLYMPICS:

BOA bylaw enforcing lifetime Olympic bans on drugs cheats to face legal scrutiny on 12 March

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/09/12 at 3:43 pm

TENNIS:

Venus Williams withdraws from Australian Open - she hopes to return to action in February

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/09/12 at 3:49 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL:

Barcelona's Lionel Messi wins Fifa's Ballon d'Or - awarded to the world's best footballer - for the third time

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Written By: nally on 01/09/12 at 4:02 pm

MLB: Jorge Posada, a long-time catcher (and DH last year) for the New York Yankees, has decided to call it a career after 17 seasons, all with the Yankees. He will announce his retirement in the days ahead.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/11/12 at 3:21 pm

FORMULA 1:

Polish driver Robert Kubica breaks his right leg in an accident near his home in Italy

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/11/12 at 3:21 pm

BOXING:

Lamont Peterson's manager Barry Hunter: "We will not let victory over Amir Khan be overturned"

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Written By: nally on 01/11/12 at 4:54 pm

MLB: Barry Larkin, a shortstop who spent his entire career with the Cincinnati Reds, has been elected to the Baseball Hall Of Fame; his induction will take place this July.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/12 at 12:36 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL:

AC Milan abandon talks with Manchester City over the transfer of Carlos Tevez

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/12 at 2:04 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL:

Former France defender Manuel Amoros has been named new coach of Benin, replacing Edme Codjo, who had been in charge since August.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/12 at 2:05 pm

INDY CAR:

The late Dan Wheldon has been honoured by BorgWarner for his win in last year's Indianapolis 500. The two-time Indy 500 winner was killed in a 15-car accident early in the Oct. His widow, Susie, accepted the BorgWarner Championship Drivers' Trophy on Wheldon's behalf in a ceremony Wednesday night in Detroit.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/12 at 2:45 pm

TENNIS:

David Nalbandian, despite his drop in the world rankings, will be Argentina's leading player in Juan Martin del Potro's absence when the 2011 finalists visit Germany in the first round of the Davis Cup next month.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/12 at 3:18 pm

TENNIS:

Marcos Baghdatis has produced an inspired display to eliminate top seed Juan Martin Del Potro, to reach the semi-finals of the Sydney International.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/13/12 at 1:57 pm

BOXING:

"Questionable" refereeing decisions and the role of mystery man Mustafa Ameen are cited by Amir Khan as reasons for the WBA's decision to order a rematch with Lamont Peterson.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/13/12 at 1:57 pm

TENNIS:

Laura Robson & James Ward within one match of Australian Open main draw but Naomi Broady out

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/13/12 at 1:57 pm

LONDON 2012:

Olympic ticket sales to resume 'next week' because recent website problems have been fixed

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/13/12 at 1:58 pm

DARTS:

Anastasia Dobromyslova beats Deta Hedman to win BDO Women's World Championship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/13/12 at 6:11 pm

Ivan Lendl praises British number one Andy Murray ahead of their first Grand Slam working together.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/12 at 12:35 am

TENNIS:

James Ward and Laura Robson earn places at the Australian Open after winning qualifiers

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/12 at 12:35 am

DARTS:

Ted Hankey cruises into semi-finals of BDO Championships with a 5-1 thrashing of Martin Atkins

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/12 at 4:12 am

GOLF:

Home favourites Retief Goosen and Charl Scwartzel are among the field at the 2012 Johannesburg Open in South Africa.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/12 at 11:02 am

DARTS:

Ted Hankey blows a 5-3 lead, losing 6-5 to Christian Kist in semi-final of BDO World Champs

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/12 at 12:51 am

HEINEKEN CUP:

Harlequins edge past Gloucester 20-14 to maintain hopes of reaching quarter-finals

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Written By: danootaandme on 01/15/12 at 1:32 am

Road to the Superbowl

Saints fall to Niners........Broncos fall to Pats.........

The Saints and Niners put on a good game. The Broncos made fools of themselves Tebow got T-Boned.

Tomorrow Giants play Packers.......Texans play Ravens.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/12 at 4:26 am

Road to the Superbowl

Saints fall to Niners........Broncos fall to Pats.........

The Saints and Niners put on a good game. The Broncos made fools of themselves Tebow got T-Boned.

Tomorrow Giants play Packers.......Texans play Ravens.
It was this day (January 15th) in 1067 the first Superbowl was played.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/12 at 1:01 pm

GOLF:

Britain's Jamie Elson misses out on winning first European Tour event by single shot at Jo'burg Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/12 at 1:01 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Saracens beat Biarritz 20-16 to move to brink of clinching Heineken Cup quarter-final spot

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/12 at 1:01 pm

MASTERS SNOOKER:

Ronnie O'Sullivan seals 6-4 victory over Ding Junhui with 125 break to reach last eight

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/12 at 1:01 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Defending champions Leinster win 23-16 at Glasgow to secure Heineken Cup quarter-final place

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Written By: Henk on 01/16/12 at 5:32 am

It was this day (January 15th) in 1067 the first Superbowl was played.

You sure you got the year right? ???

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Written By: Henk on 01/16/12 at 5:35 am

DARTS:

Ted Hankey blows a 5-3 lead, losing 6-5 to Christian Kist in semi-final of BDO World Champs

And subsequently, Christian Kist won the Lakeside, beating Tony O'Shea 7 to 5 in the final. 8)

Kist is only the third Dutchman ever to win the Championship, and also the third ever qualifier to do so.

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Written By: nally on 01/16/12 at 2:46 pm

It was this day (January 15th) in 1967 the first Superbowl was played.

The Green Bay Packers won it, defeating the Kansas City Chiefs 35-10; the game was played at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Info can be found here.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/12 at 5:26 am

TENNIS:

Britain's Andy Murray powers past France's Michael Llodra 6-4 6-2 6-0 to make the last 16 at the Australian Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/12 at 5:25 am

SNOOKER:

Shaun Murphy beats John Higgins 6-4 to set up Masters final against Neil Robertson

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/12 at 5:26 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Four-time champion Roger Federer beats Bernard Tomic 6-4 6-2 6-2 to reach last eight

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/12 at 5:26 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Defending champion Kim Clijsters saves four match points to beat Li Na in three sets

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/12 at 5:26 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Rafael Nadal beats fellow Spaniard Feliciano Lopez 6-4 6-4 6-2 to reach quarter-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/12 at 5:58 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

World number one Caroline Wozniacki beats Jelena Jankovic 6-0 7-5 in last 16

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/12 at 10:34 am

GOLF:

Branden Grace beats Ernie Els and Retief Goosen in play-off to win Volvo Golf Champions title

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/12 at 10:34 am

RUGBY UNION:

Saracens beat Treviso 26-20 to become only English team to reach Heineken Cup quarter-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/12 at 1:35 pm

SNOOKER:

Neil Robertson leads Shaun Murphy 5-3 after first session of the Masters final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/12 at 10:56 am

TENNIS:

Serena Williams out of the Australian Open after losing 6-2 6-3 to unseeded Ekaterina Makarova

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/12 at 10:57 am

TENNIS:

Novak Djokovic beats Lleyton Hewitt 6-1 6-3 4-6 6-3 to reach Australian Open quarter-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/12 at 10:57 am

TENNIS:

Maria Sharapova beats Sabine Lisicki 3-6 6-2 6-3 in Australian Open

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Written By: nally on 01/23/12 at 12:54 pm

TENNIS:

Serena Williams out of the Australian Open after losing 6-2 6-3 to unseeded Ekaterina Makarova

Oh well....

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/12 at 2:52 pm

AFRICAN FOOTBALL:

Africa Cup of Nations Group C result - Gabon 2-0 Niger

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/24/12 at 3:02 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray is wary of the "deceptive" power of Japanese 24th seed Kei Nishikori ahead of their Australian Open quarter-final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/24/12 at 3:03 pm

TENNIS:

Roger Federer will play Rafael Nadal in the semi-finals of the Australian Open after they recorded very different victories in the last eight.

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Written By: nally on 01/24/12 at 3:03 pm

MLB: This just in... Prince Fielder will reportedly sign with the Detroit Tigers for the 2012 season. He'd been a member of the Milwaukee Brewers his whole career, and this offseason he's been a key free agent.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/12 at 1:04 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Maria Sharapova beats Ekaterina Makarova 6-2 6-3. Petra Kvitova awaits in semi-final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/12 at 1:04 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

World number two Petra Kvitova beats Sara Errani 6-4 6-4 to make semi-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/12 at 1:05 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Britain's Andy Murray reaches semi-finals with 6-3 6-3 6-1 win over Japan's Kei Nishikori

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/12 at 2:19 pm

PARALYMPICS:

First 10 Team GB table tennis players named for 2012 including world number one Will Bayley

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/12 at 2:50 pm

Andy Murray insists last year's straight-sets Australian Open final defeat to Novak Djokovic will not be on his mind when they meet in the semi-finals on Friday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/12 at 2:50 pm

BOXING:

Amir Khan forced to wait to discover if he will get rematch with Lamont Peterson

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/12 at 2:50 pm

SNOOKER:

Mark Allen fined £250 for swearing during press conference at last month's UK Championship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/12 at 2:51 pm

WINTER SPORTS:

Great Britain's Lizzy Yarnold becomes skeleton junior world champion

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/12 at 2:52 pm

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Rafael Nadal produced some scintillating tennis to come from one set down to beat Roger Federer and reach his second Australian Open final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/12 at 2:53 pm

Rory McIlroy shoots a five-under-par 67 to share the first-round lead with Sweden's Robert Karlsson in the Abu Dhabi Championship.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/12 at 2:21 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Maria Sharapova and Victoria Azarenka compete in the women's final of the Australian Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/12 at 2:22 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Andy Murray believes he is closing the gap on the world's top three despite losing an epic Australian Open semi-final to number one Novak Djokovic.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/12 at 2:29 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Maria Sharapova and Victoria Azarenka compete in the women's final of the Australian Open.
Stand by for the shrieking!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/12 at 4:20 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Victoria Azarenka beats Maria Sharapova 6-3, 6-0 to win Australian Open women's final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/12 at 4:36 am

TENNIS:

Peter Norfolk wins fifth Australian Open quads wheelechair title, beating David Wagner in final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/12 at 4:37 am

Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods are both firmly in the hunt as the third round of the HSBC Golf Championship gets underway in Abu Dhabi.

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Written By: nally on 01/28/12 at 11:48 am

Btw, Prince Fielder's deal with the Detroit Tigers is for 9 years, which means he'll be with the team through the 2020 season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/12 at 11:49 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Victoria Azarenka beats Maria Sharapova 6-3, 6-0 to win Australian Open women's final

We had in on tv this morning with the sound turned down...

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/12 at 3:35 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Novak Djokovic attempts to defend his title against Rafael Nadal in the men's final of the Australian Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/12 at 6:00 am

GOLF:

Fourteen-year-old Lydia Ko becomes youngest golfer to win a professional tournament

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/12 at 7:32 am

GOLF:

England's Robert Rock holds off Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods to win Abu Dhabi Championship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/12 at 7:32 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Rafael Nadal wins fourth set tiebreak to take final v Novak Djokovic to a decider

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Written By: Henk on 01/30/12 at 5:15 am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN:

Rafael Nadal wins fourth set tiebreak to take final v Novak Djokovic to a decider

And the fifth set went to Djokovic. The match took just under 6 hours - a new record for an ATP final.

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Written By: Henk on 01/30/12 at 5:25 am

SPEED SKATING

Dutchman Stefan Groothuis wins WC Sprint in Calgary. He is the third Dutchman to claim the title.
The other three Dutch skaters didn't fare as well: Hein Otterspeer finished 7th, Sjoerd de Vries finished 16th and Pim Schipper finished 18th.

Women's tournament is won by Jing Yu of China, who also set a new world record for the 500 meters (36.94).
The world record on the 1,000 meters was broken by Canadian Christine Nesbitt (1:12.68), but she had to settle for second place.
None of the Dutch women reached the top 3, although all four claimed a top 10-spot.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/12 at 11:42 am

RUGBY UNION:

Harlequins skipper Chris Robshaw named England captain for first two Six Nations games

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/04/12 at 5:05 am

Federal prosecutors in the United States have dropped their investigation into allegations of doping at a professional cycle racing team which is partly owned by Lance Armstrong.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/05/12 at 3:52 am

SNOOKER

Stephen Maguire beats Shaun Murphy 6-0 to set up German Masters final against Ronnie O'Sullivan

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/05/12 at 3:53 am

RUGBY UNION

England beat Scotland 13-6 in Six Nations match at Murrayfield, Charlie Hodgson getting the only try

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/05/12 at 4:55 am

HORSE RACING

Sunday's meetings at Kempton, Fontwell and Musselburgh are called off due to the cold weather

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/07/12 at 1:15 pm

RUGBY UNION:

Scotland fly-half Dan Parks retires from international rugby with immediate effect

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Written By: nally on 02/07/12 at 5:54 pm

MLB: Hong-Chih Kuo, a relief pitcher who had been a member of the L.A. Dodgers from 2005-2011, has reportedly signed with the Seattle Mariners for 2012. So all the players who were with the Dodgers prior to 2006 at the major league level are now gone.

Their ownership is still up for grabs, too.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/10/12 at 2:15 pm

TENNIS

Great Britain's Daniel Evans beats Slovakia's Lukas Lacko 6-3 7-5 7-5 in opening rubber of Davis Cup tie in Glasgow

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/10/12 at 2:15 pm

CYCLING

Mark Cavendish crashes on sixth and final stage of Tour of Qatar but is able to finish stage

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/14/12 at 2:43 pm

RUGBY UNION

Postponed France v Ireland Six Nations match rescheduled for Sunday 4 March at 1500 GMT

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Written By: nally on 02/14/12 at 4:26 pm

MLB: Pitcher Jon Garland, who signed a 1-year deal last year with the Dodgers (and turned out to be a flop, requiring season-ending shoulder surgery), has signed with the Cleveland Indians for the 2012 season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/17/12 at 3:23 pm

CYCLING:

Chris Hoy, Ross Edgar and Jason Kenny win bronze in the men's team sprint at the Track World Cup in London at the Olympic Velodrome in London.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/18/12 at 4:27 pm

BOXING:

Vitali Klitschko takes on Britain's Dereck Chisora for the WBC heavyweight championship of the world.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/18/12 at 4:27 pm

CYCLING

Victoria Pendleton misses out on bronze in women's sprint event at Track World Cup in London

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/19/12 at 10:10 am

BOXING:

Dereck Chisora is arrested by German police after a brawl with fellow British boxer David Haye in Munich

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/19/12 at 1:38 pm

CYCLING

Sir Chris Hoy wins gold in the men's individual sprint at the Track World Cup in London's Olympic Velodrome

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Written By: Henk on 02/20/12 at 5:30 am

SPEED SKATING

After an abscence of over a year, Sven Kramer claims his fifth world title in the men's Allround Championship. Second and third place went to fellow Dutchmen Jan Blokhuijzen and Koen Verweij respectively. Last time we had an all-Dutch top 3 was in 2003.

The women's event was won by Ireen Wüst, also from the Netherlands, who claimed her third world title.
Martina Sablikova (Czech Republic) and Christine Nesbitt (Canada) ended second and third respectively.

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Written By: nally on 02/20/12 at 2:33 pm

Over the weekend, two long-time Major League Baseball players decided to retire: Tim Wakefield (who spent almost 20 years in the majors, the majority of which were with the Boston Red Sox, where he made a name for himself) and Mike Cameron (who played for 8 different teams, ending with the Washington Nationals).

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Written By: Henk on 02/20/12 at 2:39 pm

BOXING:

Dereck Chisora is arrested by German police after a brawl with fellow British boxer David Haye in Munich

Both are facing serious charges, including the possibility of a life long ban. (Not that Haye would mind much: he recently retired)

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Written By: nally on 02/29/12 at 3:55 pm

Another longtime Red Sox player has called it a career too... catcher Jason Varitek.

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Written By: nally on 03/02/12 at 11:46 am

MLB Spring Training games start tomorrow! The first one will feature Yankees at Phillies.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/06/12 at 4:41 am

OLYMPICS

British athletes warned against shaking hands at the Games for fear of getting ill

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/06/12 at 7:40 am

RUGBY UNION

Former England captain Lewis Moody announces he is retiring from all rugby with immediate effect

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/06/12 at 9:11 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

The Spanish football federation says Atletico Madrid's Vicente Calderon stadium will host the Copa del Rey final between Barcelona and Athletic Bilbao on 25 May.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/06/12 at 10:42 am

CYCLING

Bradley Wiggins has retained his lead in the Paris-Nice after he finished 20th in the third stage. Spain's Alejandro Valverde won the 120-mile event. Wiggins is six seconds ahead of second-placed Levi Leipheimer in the overall standings.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/09/12 at 10:10 am

WORLD ATHLETICS

Great Britain's Jessica Ennis finishes seventh in the long jump and slips from the top of the pentathlon standings in Istanbul. She is third on 3972 points behind Nataliya Dobrynska on 4065 and Lithuania's Austra Skujyte on 3978 with the 800m which completes the competition to come.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/12 at 4:25 pm

Canadian skier Nick Zoricic dies from head injuries after crashing heavily in a World Cup skicross race in Switzerland.

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Written By: nally on 03/10/12 at 8:50 pm

Canadian skier Nick Zoricic dies from head injuries after crashing heavily in a World Cup skicross race in Switzerland.

Ouch, that is really sad. :\'( :\'(

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/12 at 4:15 pm

BOXING

Dereck Chisora has licence withdrawn by British Boxing Board of Control after altercation with David Haye

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/12 at 3:44 pm

GOLF

Tiger Woods is confident of being fit for the Masters: "I'll be there. Don't worry about it," he said

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/12 at 2:22 am

OLYMPICS

Australian swimmer Ian Thorpe fails to qualify for 100m freestyle trials semi-final and misses out on London Olympics spot

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/12 at 2:23 am

BOXING

Welterweight Kell Brook beats Matthew Hatton in unanimous points decision in Sheffield

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/12 at 2:23 am

RUGBY UNION

Wales beat France 16-9 to win their third Grand Slam in eight years

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/22/12 at 3:34 pm

FORMULA 1

A High Court judge orders the Force India team to pay more than £700,000 in unpaid fees to Italian race car design company Aerolab

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/12 at 4:26 am

GOLF

Tiger Woods shoots a first-round 69 to lie three off the lead at the Bay Hill Invitational

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/12 at 7:03 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Bradford Bulls' survival appeal extended. £480k - just short of £500k needed - raised so far

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/12 at 7:04 am

WORLD TRACK CYCLING

Britain's Laura Trott wins the omnium to claim her second gold medal of the championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/12 at 9:36 am

ROWING: Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race

A dramatic 158th Boat Race had to be halted midway through because of a swimmer in the River Thames, with Cambridge winning the restarted race.

The Oxford and Cambridge boats were side by side after eight minutes when the sight of a man in the river ahead of them forced them to stop.

It was decided the two boats would return to Chiswick Bridge to restart.

Cambridge went on to win with ease after Oxford broke an oar in a clash moments after the resumption.

Oxford bow man Alex Woods collapsed in the boat after they crossed the line and he was transferred to the race launch for medical treatment.

The last time the race had to be restarted was in 2001 when there was a clash of blades.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/12 at 9:41 am

ROWING: Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race

A dramatic 158th Boat Race had to be halted midway through because of a swimmer in the River Thames, with Cambridge winning the restarted race.

The Oxford and Cambridge boats were side by side after eight minutes when the sight of a man in the river ahead of them forced them to stop.

It was decided the two boats would return to Chiswick Bridge to restart.

Cambridge went on to win with ease after Oxford broke an oar in a clash moments after the resumption.

Oxford bow man Alex Woods collapsed in the boat after they crossed the line and he was transferred to the race launch for medical treatment.

The last time the race had to be restarted was in 2001 when there was a clash of blades.
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Disruption: The mystery swimmer appears head deep in the Thames

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/12 at 9:42 am

ROWING: Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race

A dramatic 158th Boat Race had to be halted midway through because of a swimmer in the River Thames, with Cambridge winning the restarted race.

The Oxford and Cambridge boats were side by side after eight minutes when the sight of a man in the river ahead of them forced them to stop.

It was decided the two boats would return to Chiswick Bridge to restart.

Cambridge went on to win with ease after Oxford broke an oar in a clash moments after the resumption.

Oxford bow man Alex Woods collapsed in the boat after they crossed the line and he was transferred to the race launch for medical treatment.

The last time the race had to be restarted was in 2001 when there was a clash of blades.
BOAT RACE PAST CONTROVERSY

Today's controversial race was not the first time the Boat Race ground to a halt before either team had reached the finish line.

In 2001, umpire Rupert Obholzer brought it to a stop after repeated warnings to both crews to move apart and then a clash of blades.

The blade of Cambridge bowman Colin Swainson dislodged from his hand, but Oxford was initially oblivious to the umpire's red flag and rowed on.

When the race was restarted, Cambridge was victorious, but the decision to stop and then restart the race remained controversial.

There have also been six sinkings, with the result being determined by a sinking on three occasions.

Cambridge went under in 1859 and 1978 and Oxford in 1925.

In 1912, both boats sank and the race was rescheduled for the following day, while in 1951 Oxford sank and the race was rescheduled for two days later, when Cambridge won.

And despite the genteel nature of the university competition, there have also been other controversies over the years.

Both the 1959 and 1987 races saw rebellions by Oxford athletes.

In 1959, there was a bid to oust president Ronnie Howard and coach 'Jumbo' Edwards.

Cambridge refused to race any but the president's crew and, the rebellion quashed, Oxford went on to win the race.

The 1987 rebellion saw five American athletes in the Oxford squad refuse to row for coach Dan Topolski or president Donald Macdonald following disagreements over selection and training methods.

But although the Dark Blues had to rely on oarsmen from the reserve team to make up the numbers, the crew still soared over the finish line first that year.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/12 at 1:34 pm

GOLF: US Masters

Champion Bubba Watson said he had never even dreamed of winning the tournament following his dramatic play-off victory over Louis Oosthuizen.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/12 at 1:56 pm

HORSE RACING

Big Buck's claims record 17th straight win by taking Liverpool Hurdle at Aintree for fourth consecutive year

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/12 at 3:12 am

MCC head of cricket John Stephenson admits Olympic archery will damage the Lord's outfield for the England v South Africa Test.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/12 at 6:07 am

FORMULA 1:

Mercedes' Nico Rosberg takes his first pole position at the Chinese GP, beating McLaren's Lewis Hamilton

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/12 at 7:33 am

HORSE RACING

Gold Cup winner Sychronised goes off under top weight in a quality-packed field for the Grand National at Aintree.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/12 at 11:09 am

HORSE RACING

Neptune Collonges beats Sunnyhillboy in a photo-finish to give trainer Paul Nicholls a first Grand National win.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/12 at 11:10 am

HORSE RACING

Neptune Collonges beats Sunnyhillboy in a photo-finish to give trainer Paul Nicholls a first Grand National win.
My chosen horse is probably still running!

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Written By: Henk on 04/20/12 at 5:55 am

17-year old Joel Pohjanpalo, a ball and 2 minutes 42 seconds of play...Fastest hattrick in Finnish history.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ibHRquIsXkg

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/12 at 10:57 am

FORMULA 1:

A man is found dead in Bahrain after overnight protests ahead of Sunday's Grand Prix - opposition activists say he was killed by the security forces.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/12 at 12:42 pm

Stephen Hendry hits 147 at Crucible in World Snooker Championship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/12 at 2:39 am

London Marathon

An estimated 37,500 fun runners, amateur athletes, celebrities and elite sportsmen and women will take part in the Virgin London Marathon later.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/12 at 6:22 am

FORMULA 1:

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel starts on pole position and Lewis Hamilton second for the Bahrain Grand Prix, which begins at 1300 BST.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/12 at 6:22 am

FORMULA 1:

Michael Schumacher handed a five-place grid penalty for the Bahrain Grand Prix, demoting him from 17th to 22nd

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/12 at 6:23 am

TENNIS

Great Britain’s Laura Robson loses 4-6 6-1 3-6 to Sofia Arvidsson, sending Sweden through to World Group II of the Fed Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/12 at 6:23 am

LONDON MARATHON

Wilson Kipsang of Kenya wins the men’s London Marathon, just missing out on the course record

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/12 at 6:24 am

LONDON MARATHON

Kenya's Mary Keitany wins women’s race for second year in a row

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/12 at 6:24 am

LONDON MARATHON

Britain's David Weir posts time of 1hour 32min 23sec to win the wheelchair race for record-equalling sixth time

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/12 at 11:25 am

CYCLING

Team Sky's Bradley Wiggins wins time trial to ensure overall victory at Tour de Romandie

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/12 at 11:26 am

WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP SNOOKER

Mark Williams takes final two frames of session to reduce deficit to 11-5 after Ronnie O'Sullivan wins six in a row

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/12 at 11:31 am

LONDON OLYMPICS 2012

Plans to put surface-to-air missiles on residential flats during the Olympics being considered by the MoD come to light in leaflets sent to residents on one estate.

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Written By: Henk on 04/30/12 at 4:27 am

TENNIS

Last Saturday, 20-year old Kiki Bertens became the surprise winner of the WTA Tournament in the Moroccan town of Fes. Bertens, ranked 149th prior to the tournament, had to fight her way through qualifications before reaching the main event. In the final, she beat Laura Pous Tio of Spain.
Bertens is the first Dutchwoman to win a WTA tournament since 2006. Her win earned her a spot in the Top 100 of the women's ranking.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/12 at 3:24 pm

WORLD SNOOKER:

Ali Carter beats Stephen Maguire 17-12 to reach the World Championship final at the Crucible

Ronnie O'Sullivan beats Matthew Stevens 17-10 to reach the World Championship final at the Crucible

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/12 at 7:22 am

The flame for the London 2012 torch relay and Olympic Games is lit in Olympia, Greece, and briefly goes out

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Written By: nally on 05/11/12 at 1:55 pm

The flame for the London 2012 torch relay and Olympic Games is lit in Olympia, Greece, and briefly goes out

I hope it was relit and stayed that way...

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/12 at 2:44 pm

I hope it was relit and stayed that way...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zoby5n8WB5U

You do not see the relighting...

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/12 at 2:45 pm

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zoby5n8WB5U

You do not see the relighting...
By the way...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P6m70CZU13g

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Written By: Henk on 05/14/12 at 5:51 am

FORMULA 1

Venezolan Pastor Maldonado was the surprise winner of Sunday's Spanish GP. This was the fifth GP of the season, and all GP's so far have seen different winners, making this one of the most unpredictable seasons in history.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/12 at 1:41 am

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The Olympic flame is embarking on a 70-day tour of the UK on Saturday morning in the run-up to the London 2012 Games.

Triple Olympic gold medal-winning sailor Ben Ainslie is the first torchbearer in the 8,000 mile relay, which set off from Land's End at 07:15 BST.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/20/12 at 4:13 am

TENNIS

Novak Djokovic beats Roger Federer 6-2 7-6 (7-4) and will face Rafael Nadal in the final of the Italian Open in Rome

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Written By: nally on 05/23/12 at 2:10 pm

NHL Hockey: The Los Angeles Kings advance to the Stanley Cup Finals; either they will face the New Jersey Devils or the New York Rangers.

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Written By: Henk on 05/27/12 at 2:25 pm

Racing: Dario Franchitti wins Indy 500 for the 3rd time.

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Written By: Henk on 05/27/12 at 4:07 pm

FORMULA 1

Venezolan Pastor Maldonado was the surprise winner of Sunday's Spanish GP. This was the fifth GP of the season, and all GP's so far have seen different winners, making this one of the most unpredictable seasons in history.

And the saga continues...

Mark Webber won the Formula 1 GP of Monaco today, making it six (different winners) out of six (races).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/12 at 2:01 pm

TENNIS

Fifth seed Serena Williams loses 4-6 7-6 (7-5) 6-3 to Virginie Razzano in French Open first round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/12 at 2:02 pm

TENNIS

Rafael Nadal into French Open second round with 6-2 6-2 6-1 win over Simone Bolelli

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/12 at 2:03 pm

TENNIS

British number one Andy Murray beats Tatsuma Ito 6-1 7-5 6-0 to reach the French Open second round

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Written By: warped on 05/29/12 at 3:05 pm

TENNIS

Fifth seed Serena Williams loses 4-6 7-6 (7-5) 6-3 to Virginie Razzano in French Open first round

2 HUGE THUMBS UP FOR ANYONE TO BEAT A WILLIAMS SISTER! Their spolied attitude & arrogance gets on my nerves.

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Written By: nally on 05/31/12 at 4:45 pm

NHL Stanley Cup Finals:

Los Angeles Kings defeat New Jersey Devils, 2-1, in first game to take a 1-0 series lead.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/12 at 11:13 am

TENNIS

Second seed Maria Sharapova of Russia beats China's Peng Shuai 6-2 6-1 to reach the French Open last 16

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/12 at 11:14 am

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray beats Colombia's Santiago Giraldo 6-3 6-4 6-4 to go through to the fourth round of the French Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/12 at 11:15 am

HORSE RACING:

Favourite Camelot, trained by Aidan O'Brien and ridden by his son Joseph, wins the Derby at Epsom

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Written By: Henk on 06/02/12 at 1:51 pm

SOCCER:

England 1 - 0 Belgium (Friendly match)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/12 at 1:52 pm

SOCCER:

England 1 - 0 Belgium (Friendly match)
A warm-up match in readiness for Euro 2012.

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Written By: Henk on 06/02/12 at 2:54 pm

A warm-up match in readiness for Euro 2012.

I know, but there wasn't much to get overly excited about.

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Written By: Henk on 06/02/12 at 2:55 pm

A warm-up match in readiness for Euro 2012.

Speaking of which...

The Netherlands 6 - 0 Northern Ireland

(All according to plan.)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/12 at 2:55 pm

I know, but there wasn't much to get overly excited about.

Exactly so, I watched it on television, and that was my main reaction it.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/12 at 2:56 pm

Speaking of which...

The Netherlands 6 - 0 Northern Ireland

(All according to plan.)
Now that would have been a better match to watch.

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Written By: nally on 06/03/12 at 2:17 pm

NHL Stanley Cup Finals:

Game 2: Once again, the Los Angeles Kings win, 2-1 in overtime. This gives the Kings a 2-games-to-none advantage over the New Jersey Devils.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/12 at 8:25 am

TENNIS

David Ferrer and Jo-Wilfried Tsonga reach the French Open quarter-finals with wins over Marcel Granollers and Stanislas Wawrinka

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/12 at 8:25 am

GOLF

Tiger Woods wins his 73rd PGA Tour title at the Memorial tournament and moves to fourth in world rankings

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Written By: warped on 06/04/12 at 11:56 am

GOLF

Tiger Woods wins his 73rd PGA Tour title at the Memorial tournament and moves to fourth in world rankings

Ties the great Jack Nicklaus at 73 wins.

Saw Jack play, seen Tiger play. Only saw Arnold play when we was well passed his prime. Who is the best ever?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/12 at 11:58 am

Ties the great Jack Nicklaus at 73 wins.

Saw Jack play, seen Tiger play. Only saw Arnold play when we was well passed his prime. Who is the best ever?
Sam Snead with 83 tournament wins!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/12 at 12:43 pm

TENNIS:

Maria Sharapova is through to the quarter-final after struggling to overcome Klara Zakopalova 6-4 6-7 6-2

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/12 at 12:43 pm

CYCLING

Defending champion Bradley Wiggins moves into the overall lead after the first stage of the Dauphine Libere

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/12 at 12:44 pm

TENNIS:

Defending champion Li Na knocked out of French Open by world number 142 Yaroslava Shvedova 6-3 2-6 0-6

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/12 at 12:44 pm

RUGBY UNION

Jean de Villiers is named South African captain for the three-Test series against England

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/12 at 1:14 pm

TENNIS: GAME, SET AND MATCH Gasquet 6-1 4-6 1-6 2-6 Murray

A Mexican wave creeps around Chatrier, which temporarily delays play. The partisan crowd, now on their feet shouting "Richard! Richard!" at full voice, attempt to rouse the home favourite, but they do little to distract the experienced Murray, who skips to within a point of victory with a splendid passing shot. A puff of the cheeks from Gasquet before he returns to the baseline to face another Murray bullet... and the Scot faultlessly clinches the match with a forehand winner down the line.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/12 at 1:17 pm

TENNIS: GAME, SET AND MATCH Gasquet 6-1 4-6 1-6 2-6 Murray

A Mexican wave creeps around Chatrier, which temporarily delays play. The partisan crowd, now on their feet shouting "Richard! Richard!" at full voice, attempt to rouse the home favourite, but they do little to distract the experienced Murray, who skips to within a point of victory with a splendid passing shot. A puff of the cheeks from Gasquet before he returns to the baseline to face another Murray bullet... and the Scot faultlessly clinches the match with a forehand winner down the line.
In other words...

Andy Murray beats Richard Gasquet in four sets to reach the French Open quarter-final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/12 at 11:23 am

TENNIS

Sam Stosur beats Dominika Cibulkova to book French Open semi-final against Sara Errani, a winner over Angelique Kerber

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Written By: nally on 06/05/12 at 5:08 pm

NHL Stanley Cup Finals: L.A. Kings won last night, 4-0 over the New Jersey Devils to take a 3-0 series lead! They will go for a sweep tomorrow.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/12 at 1:51 pm

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray goes out of the French Open at the quarter finals stage when he is beaten by Spain's David Ferrer 6-4 6-7 6-3 6-2

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/12 at 1:52 pm

TENNIS

Rafael Nadal remains on course for a record seventh French Open title after easing past Nicolas Almagro at Roland Garros

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/12 at 1:37 pm

TENNIS

Novak Djokovic remains on course for a career Grand Slam after beating Roger Federer 6-4 7-5 6-3 in the French Open semi-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/12 at 1:38 pm

GOLF

Defending champion Rory McIlroy grouped with England's Lee Westwood and Luke Donald for the US Open, which starts on Thursday

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Written By: Henk on 06/09/12 at 2:25 am

SOCCER - EURO 2012

Poland 1 - 1 Greece
All seemed to take of well for the Polish: they took the lead in the 17th minute, and the Greek were down to ten man after just 38 minutes when a second yellow was shown to Sokratis. But in the second half the tables were turned: the Greek equalized in the 51st minute, and Polish goalie Szczesny was sent off with a direct red. The following penalty kick was stopped by substitute goalie Tyton, who kept the Polish hopes alive. But in the end, it was a point all, which wasn't what either team had hoped for.

Russia 4 - 1 Czech Republic
A clear win for the Russians, who were no real match for the Czech. It may have looked like the Czech were dominating, but they never really created much danger.
Czech are definitely struggling to find the goal. That might become a problem against low-flyers Poland and Greece later on.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/12 at 4:25 am

RUGBY UNION:

Ireland are beaten 42-10 in their first Test against New Zealand at Eden Park, Auckland

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/12 at 8:43 am

SOCCER - EURO 2012

Group B matches today.

Netherlands v Denmark (17:00 BST)
Germany v Portugal (19:45 BST)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/12 at 10:25 am

TENNIS

Maria Sharapova wins the French Open final with a 6-3 6-2 victory over Sara Errani

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/12 at 10:28 am

FORMULA 1

Sebastian Vettel is fastest in final practice for the Canadian GP in Montreal. Qualifying begins at 18:00 BST

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/12 at 10:35 am

SOCCER - EURO 2012

Rio Ferdinand fears he will never play for England again after being overlooked for Euro 2012 by Roy Hodgson

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/12 at 10:36 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray confirms he will defend his title at pre-Wimbledon tournament Queen's, amid fears over a back injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/12 at 10:36 am

GOLF

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy is the halfway leader at the St Jude Classic in Memphis

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/12 at 10:36 am

SNOOKER

Joe Jogia says he has been 'scapegoated' by the sport's governing body as he awaits a hearing into match-fixing allegations

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/12 at 10:41 am

SOCCER - EURO 2012

LINE-UPS Netherlands v Denmark

Netherlands: Stekelenburg, Van Der Wiel, Heitinga, Vlaar, Willems, Van Bommel, Nigel De Jong, Robben, Sneijder, Afellay, van Persie. Subs: Vorm, Mathijsen, Bouma, Kuyt, Huntelaar, Schaars, Strootman, Luuk De Jong, Narsingh, Boulahrouz, Van der Vaart, Krul.

Denmark: Andersen, Jacobsen, Kjaer, Agger, Simon Poulsen, Kvist Jorgensen, Zimling, Rommedahl, Eriksen, Krohn-Delhi, Bendtner. Subs: Lindegaard, Christian Poulsen, Bjelland, Okore, Schone, Silberbauer, Pedersen, Wass, Jakob Poulsen, Kahlenberg, Mikkelsen, Schmeichel.

Referee: Damir Skomina (Slovenia)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/12 at 10:56 am

SOCCER - EURO 2012

Netherlands v Denmark

Pause for the National Anthems

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/12 at 11:03 am

SOCCER - EURO 2012

KICK-OFF Netherlands v Denmark (17:00 BST)

The Netherlands get us under way courtesy of a traditional kick-off manouvre.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/12 at 11:13 am

SOCCER - EURO 2012

Netherlands v Denmark

After ten minutes, no score between the two sides, and the score on the scoreboard on the television screen reads as palindromic.

NED 0 - 0 DEN

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/12 at 11:26 am

SOCCER - EURO 2012

GOAL Netherlands 0-1 Denmark (Michael Krohn-Dehli)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/12 at 11:37 am

SOCCER - EURO 2012

GOAL Netherlands 0-1 Denmark (Michael Krohn-Dehli)
Denmark have been completely under the cosh for the first 20 or so minutes and now they lead. Simon Poulsen's run created it as the full-back drove deep into Dutch territory down the left. A deflection off his cross plays a major part as well to give Michael Krohn-Dehli possession outside the box, but after that it is all down to the Danish number nine. He cuts past Ron Vlaar into the box and then fires low past Maarten Stekelenburg. We've got a proper game on our hands now.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/12 at 11:50 am

SOCCER - EURO 2012

HALF-TIME

Netherlands 0-1 Denmark

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/12 at 12:06 pm

SOCCER - EURO 2012

HALF-TIME: KICK-OFF

Denmark get us back under way.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/12 at 12:55 pm

SOCCER - EURO 2012

FULL-TIME

Netherlands 0-1 Denmark

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 06/09/12 at 1:08 pm

NHL Stanley Cup Finals: Game 5 is tonight in NJ. I hope the Kings can win it.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/12 at 1:12 pm

SOCCER - EURO 2012
FULL-TIME

Netherlands 0-1 Denmark

Harry Redknapp, the Tottenham Hotspur manager
"The Dutch have an outstanding attacking front, but the defence are ordinary."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/12 at 1:19 pm

SOCCER - EURO 2012

LINE-UPS: Germany v Portugal (19:45 BST)

Germany: Neuer, Boateng, Hummels, Badstuber, Lahm, Khedira, Schweinsteiger, Muller, Ozil, Podolski, Gomez. Subs: Wiese, Gundogan, Schmelzer, Howedes, Schurrle, Klose, Bender, Mertesacker, Kroos, Gotze, Reus, Zieler.

Portugal: Rui Patricio, Joao Pereira, Bruno Alves, Pepe, Fabio Coentrao, Meireles, Veloso, Joao Moutinho, Nani, Postiga, Ronaldo. Subs: Eduardo, Custodio, Almeida, Quaresma, Nelson Oliveira, Ricardo Costa, Rolando, Ruben Micael, Varela, Miguel Lopes, Hugo Viana, Beto.

Referee: Stephane Lannoy (France)

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Written By: Henk on 06/09/12 at 1:27 pm

SOCCER - EURO 2012
FULL-TIME

Netherlands 0-1 Denmark

Harry Redknapp, the Tottenham Hotspur manager
"The Dutch have an outstanding attacking front, but the defence are ordinary."

And the attack failed to deliver.

We're all in shock right now. This is the one game "we" couldn't lose - a sure win! But now all has changed.
On the bright side: we now know exactly where we stand and what we're supposed to do. Two games remaining in this group, and we can't afford another loss. But with the opponents being Germany and Portugal... :-\\
Well, if past experience is anything to go by: the only time we lost our opening game at a European Championship was in 1988. And I'm sure you remember what happened next...

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/12 at 1:31 pm

And the attack failed to deliver.

We're all in shock right now. This is the one game "we" couldn't lose - a sure win! But now all has changed.
On the bright side: we now know exactly where we stand and what we're supposed to do. Two games remaining in this group, and we can't afford another loss. But with the opponents being Germany and Portugal... :-\\
Well, if past experience is anything to go by: the only time we lost our opening game at a European Championship was in 1988. And I'm sure you remember what happened next...
Just checking the records books right now.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/12 at 1:42 pm

SOCCER - EURO 2012

Germany v Portugal

Pause for the National Anthems

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/12 at 1:43 pm

SOCCER - EURO 2012

Germany v Portugal

Pause for the National Anthems
The German National Anthem was the loudest.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/12 at 1:49 pm

SOCCER - EURO 2012

Germany v Portugal

Portugal kick us off.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/12 at 1:54 pm

Just checking the records books right now.
Record books now checked.

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Written By: Henk on 06/09/12 at 3:43 pm

SOCCER - EURO 2012

Germany v Portugal

Portugal kick us off.

Final score:

Germany 1 - 0 Portugal

...and I'm afraid that's all there is to say about this game.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/12 at 4:06 pm

Final score:

Germany 1 - 0 Portugal

...and I'm afraid that's all there is to say about this game.
Who scored?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/12 at 4:21 pm

Final score:

Germany 1 - 0 Portugal

...and I'm afraid that's all there is to say about this game.

Who scored?
Mario Gomez scores with a header.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/12 at 7:13 am

SOCCER - EURO 2012

Group B matches today (June 10th 2012).

Spain v Italy (17:00 BST)
R. of Ireland v Croatia (19:45 BST)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/12 at 10:29 am

SOCCER - EURO 2012

LINE-UPS Spain v Italy (17:00 BST)

Spain: Casillas, Arbeloa, Pique, Sergio Ramos, Jordi Alba, Xavi, Busquets, Alonso, Silva, Fabregas, Iniesta. Subs: Valdes, Albiol, Javi Martinez, Juanfran, Pedro, Torres, Negredo, Mata, Llorente, Santi Cazorla, Jesus Navas, Reina.

Italy: Buffon, Chiellini, De Rossi, Bonucci, Giaccherni, Marchisio, Pirlo, Thiago Motta, Maggio, Cassano, Balotelli. Subs: Sirigu, Ogbonna Obienza, Balzaretti, Abate, Di Natale, Barzagli, Borini, Montolivo, Giovinco, Diamanti, Nocerino, De Sanctis.

Referee: Viktor Kassai (Hungary)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/12 at 11:01 am

SOCCER - EURO 2012

KICK-OFF Spain v Italy (17:00 BST)

Spain get us under way.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/12 at 11:40 am

SOCCER - EURO 2012

YELLOW CARD Italy - Mario Balotelli

The striker leaves a foot in on a Spanish man and gets the game's first booking.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/12 at 11:49 am

SOCCER - EURO 2012

HALF-TIME Spain 0-0 Italy

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/12 at 11:59 am

FRENCH OPEN TENNIS

PLAY SUSPENDED - RAIN

Nadal 6-4 6-3 2-6 1-2 Djokovic

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/12 at 12:04 pm

SOCCER - EURO 2012

KICK-OFF Spain 0-0 Italy

Italy get the second half under way.

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Written By: Paul on 06/10/12 at 12:07 pm

SOCCER - EURO 2012

YELLOW CARD Italy - Mario Balotelli

The striker leaves a foot in on a Spanish man and gets the game's first booking.

Well, there's a surprise! ::)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/12 at 12:17 pm

Well, there's a surprise! ::)
I did not see the incident, my viewing has been interrupted by the (now rain out) tennis.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/12 at 12:19 pm

SOCCER - EURO 2012

GOAL Spain 0-1 Italy (Antonio Di Natale)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/12 at 12:20 pm

SOCCER - EURO 2012

GOAL Spain 0-1 Italy (Antonio Di Natale)
Andea Pirlo's superb pass puts Antonio Di Natale in on goal. He opens his body and curls a shot past Iker Casillas and in. Six minutes he's been on the pitch.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/12 at 12:21 pm

SOCCER - EURO 2012

GOAL Spain (Cesc Fabregas) 1-1 Italy

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/12 at 12:23 pm

SOCCER - EURO 2012

GOAL Spain (Cesc Fabregas) 1-1 Italy
Spain hit back immediately. Andres Iniesta has a shot from distance saved by Gianluigi Buffon, but in the next attack, the Italy keeper is powerless to stop Cesc Fabregas firing his side level. It was made, though, by David Silva's superb little pass to the edge of the box to put Fabregas in. The nominated "shadow number nine" does the business for his side.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/12 at 12:27 pm

SOCCER - EURO 2012

YELLOW CARD Italy - Leonardo Bonucci

The Italian defender is booked for a foul on Andres Iniesta.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/12 at 12:27 pm

SOCCER - EURO 2012

YELLOW CARD Spain - Jordi Alba

The reaction to Bonucci's tackle gets Alba a booking as well.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/12 at 12:32 pm

FRENCH OPEN TENNIS

PLAY SUSPENDED - RAIN

Nadal 6-4 6-3 2-6 1-2 Djokovic
The last time the men's final was not completed on Sunday was in 1973. Bad weather meant the match could not be completed until the Tuesday, when Ilie Nastase beat Niki Pilic 6-3 6-3 6-0.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/12 at 12:40 pm

SOCCER - EURO 2012

YELLOW CARD Italy - Giorgio Chiellini

The Italian defender is booked for going in Andres Iniesta. It gives Spain a great shooting chance from a free-kick from 25 yards...

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/12 at 12:45 pm

SOCCER - EURO 2012

YELLOW CARD Spain - Alvaro Arbeloa and Fernando Torres

Two seperate incidents, two bookings for Spain, both for clashes with Italian players.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/12 at 12:48 pm

SOCCER - EURO 2012

YELLOW CARD Italy - Christian Maggio

The Italian defender becomes the seventh man in the book for a foul that snuffs out a Spanish attack.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/12 at 12:53 pm

SOCCER - EURO 2012

FULL-TIME Spain 1-1 Italy

A fair result. Spain weren't at their best, but then they weren't allowed to be by an impressive display from the Italians. Cesare Prandelli's side were supremely solid at the back and hit effectively on the break. They may well have just lifted themselves into the group of genuine challengers for Euro 2012.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/12 at 12:57 pm

LATEST:

Usain Bolt is unhurt following car accident in Jamaica

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/12 at 1:33 am

TENNIS

French Open final between Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic due to resume at 12:00 BST on Monday after rain disruption on Sunday

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Written By: Henk on 06/11/12 at 3:47 am

SOCCER - EURO 2012

Final score:

Republic of Ireland 1 - 3 Croatia

Another fair result. Ireland have a nice team, but they were no match for Croatia, and will be no match for Spain and Italy. Even sheer determination won't help them this time.
Veterans like Damien Duff, Robbie Keane and Shay Given are most likely playing their last big tournament, as I don't see this team qualifying for WC 2014.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/12 at 12:06 pm

SOCCER - EURO 2012

HALF-TIME France 1-1 England

"France ended the half on top after Samir Nasri's equaliser. They visibly grew in confidence and England must be better in possession."

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/12 at 12:11 pm

TENNIS

Rafael Nadal beats Novak Djokovic 6-4 6-3 2-6 7-5 to win record seventh French Open title

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/12 at 12:12 pm

OLYMPICS

Zoe Smith among five weightlifters selected to represent Team GB at London 2012 Olympic Games

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/12 at 12:50 pm

SOCCER - EURO 2012

NEXT MATCH

Ukraine v Sweden

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/12 at 1:00 pm

SOCCER - EURO 2012

FULL-TIME France 1-1 England

"This was not the greatest game played out in a strangely subdued atmosphere in Donetsk - but England and manager Roy Hodgson may be happy with the result in the overall context of Euro 2012. Gives them something to build on."

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/12 at 1:00 pm

SOCCER - EURO 2012

FULL-TIME France 1-1 England

"This was not the greatest game played out in a strangely subdued atmosphere in Donetsk - but England and manager Roy Hodgson may be happy with the result in the overall context of Euro 2012. Gives them something to build on."
That's 22 games unbeaten now for France

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Written By: Paul on 06/11/12 at 1:06 pm

SOCCER - EURO 2012

FULL-TIME France 1-1 England

Best we could hoped for (actually no, a win would've been better!) given the circumstances...

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/12 at 1:39 pm

SOCCER - EURO 2012

LINE-UPSUkraine v Sweden (19:45 BST)

Ukraine: Pyatov, Gusev, Mykhalyk, Khacheridi, Selin, Yarmolenko, Tymoschuk, Konoplianka, Nazarenko, Voronin, Shevchenko. Subs: Koval, Kucher, Garmash, Aliev, Shevchuk, Rakitskiy, Butko, Goryainov.

Sweden: Isaksson, Lustig, Mellberg, Granqvist, Martin Olsson, Elm, Kallstrom, Larsson, Ibrahimovic, Toivonen, Rosenberg. Subs: Wiland, Svensson, Jonas Olsson, Antonsson, Wernbloom, Safari, Holmen, Hansson.

Referee: Cuneyt Cakir (Turkey)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Henk on 06/11/12 at 4:05 pm

SOCCER - EURO 2012

Final score:

Ukraine 2 - 1 Sweden

An epic win, and well deserved with that. Sweden took the lead in the 52nd minute (Ibrahimovic, of course) but two headers by Shevchenko (who else?) in the 55th and 62nd minute completely turned the tables. This Ukrainian team could well become the surprise of the tournament.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Paul on 06/11/12 at 4:38 pm

Referee: Cuneyt Cakir (Turkey)

Can't you just imagine the chants of the disgruntled Swedish faithful?

'The referee's a Cuneyt...'

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Henk on 06/12/12 at 8:24 am

With all the soccer action I completely missed this:

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton wins Canadian GP. That makes him the 7th different winner in 7 GP races this season. :o

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Henk on 06/12/12 at 9:33 am

EURO 2012

Tonight's games:

Greece - Czech Republic 18:00 CET
Poland - Russia 20:45 CET

Second round of play in Group A, and it could already all be over for Czech Republic after tonight. That is, if both Greece and Russia win.
A win for Russia means they're already through to the quarter finals.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/12 at 12:35 pm

With all the soccer action I completely missed this:

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton wins Canadian GP. That makes him the 7th different winner in 7 GP races this season. :o
I missed who won that too! Seven different winners I find incredible.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/12 at 12:51 pm

SOCCER - EURO 2012

Final score:

Greece 1-2 Czech Republic

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Henk on 06/12/12 at 3:25 pm

SOCCER - EURO 2012

Final score:

Greece 1-2 Czech Republic

Two goals early in the game (3rd and 6th minute respectively), and the game was all but played. At least, as far as the Czech were concerned, who didn't really try to increase the score after that.
A rare mistake by Czech goalie Peter Chech in the 53rd minute left the Greek with a glimmer of hope, but a glimmer was all they got in the end. Apart from that one moment, they never even got close to the Czech goal.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 06/12/12 at 4:08 pm

NBA Finals: Series begins tonight, with the Miami Heat taking on the Oklahoma City Thunder. I personally don't mind which team ends up winning it all.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Henk on 06/12/12 at 4:33 pm

EURO 2012

Final score:

Poland 1 - 1 Russia

Haven't seen the game, but one point for Poland keeps their hopes alive.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: warped on 06/13/12 at 11:19 am

I don't want any distractions while I'm watching the NBA finals so I'm putting my cell phone on LeBron mode... no ring.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/12 at 3:17 pm

SOCCER - EURO 2012

Latest: Netherlands 1 v 2 Germany

Brilliant long distance goal by Robin van Persie!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/12 at 3:20 pm

TENNIS

Defending champion Andy Murray beaten by Nicolas Mahut 6-3 6-7 7-6 at the Aegon Championships at Queen's Club

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/12 at 3:21 pm

CYCLING

Andy Schleck pulls out of Tour de France with fractured pelvis

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/12 at 3:23 pm

LONDON OLYMPICS 2012

Olympic Touch Relay

The flame reached St Andrews today

http://i.huffpost.com/gen/643871/thumbs/s-OLYMPIC-TORCH-large640.jpg?4

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Henk on 06/13/12 at 3:58 pm

SOCCER - EURO 2012

Latest: Netherlands 1 v 2 Germany

Brilliant long distance goal by Robin van Persie!

Too little too late. We will be home by Monday.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/12 at 4:07 pm

Too little too late. We will be home by Monday.
On the same plane as England?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Henk on 06/13/12 at 4:09 pm

On the same plane as England?

Quite possibly.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 06/13/12 at 4:09 pm

I don't want any distractions while I'm watching the NBA finals so I'm putting my cell phone on LeBron mode... no ring.
That's a good idea. ;)

I sometimes do that when I'm in a place that does not allow phones to be in "ring" mode.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Henk on 06/13/12 at 4:10 pm

Quite possibly.

No wait, that can't be. You have to play your last game on Tuesday. ;)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Henk on 06/14/12 at 9:07 am

SOCCER

Glasgow Rangers FC are no longer. The club seizes to exist, as a result of a bankruptcy following a tax claim of several million pounds.
Entrepeneur Charles Green, who recently bought the FC, announces a fresh start as The Rangers FC. It is yet uncertain if the 140-year old club can remain/restart in the Scottish Premiership.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/14/12 at 1:20 pm

CYCLING

Lance Armstrong says new US Anti-Doping Agency charges brought against him are "baseless"

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/15/12 at 1:41 pm

MOTOGP

World champion Casey Stoner sets fastest time in 2nd practice for Sunday's British MotoGP at Silverstone. Cal Crutchlow 8th fastest

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/15/12 at 1:42 pm

CYCLING

Mark Cavendish takes yellow and green jerseys despite losing out to Andre Greipel in bunch sprint on 2nd stage of Ster ZLM Toer

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/15/12 at 1:42 pm

TENNIS

Andy Murray to play exhibition matches at The Boodles tournament at Stoke Park next week to prepare for Wimbledon

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/16/12 at 5:39 am

RALLYING

Welsh co-driver Gareth Roberts dies following an accident at the Targa Florio-Rally Internazionale Di Sicilia in Italy

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/12 at 1:26 pm

England women beat Netherlands women 1-0 in Euro 2013 qualifier in Salford

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: warped on 06/17/12 at 2:06 pm

LaDainian Tomlinson to call it quits after 11 NFL seasons.
Tomlinson won the MVP in '06, when he set NFL single-season records with 31 touchdowns, including 28 rushing, and 186 points. He ran for a career-high 1,815 yards that year, giving him the first of two straight league rushing titles.

Tomlinson finishes his career with 13,684 yards and 145 touchdowns.
One of the best recent RB's.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/12 at 2:09 pm

TENNIS

David Nalbandian is disqualified from the Aegon Championships final after injuring a line judge by kicking an advertising board into his shin.

http://i2.cdn.turner.com/cnn/dam/assets/120617043730-nalbandian-story-top.jpg

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/12 at 8:07 am

ATHLETICS

Hannah England, the 2011 World 1500m silver medallist, pulls out of this weekend's GB Olympic trials at Crystal Palace due to an Achilles injury. She says: "Of course I'm disappointed to miss the Olympic Trials, last year I won there and it was the start of an incredible season. But I have to be sensible, if I run too early I could ruin my season."

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/12 at 8:40 am

HORSE RACING

Unbeaten horse Frankel wins the Queen Anne Stakes at Royal Ascot

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/12 at 10:16 am

TENNIS

Caroline Wozniacki knocked out of the Eastbourne International by Christina McHale 6-1 6-7 6-4

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/12 at 12:44 pm

HORSE RACING

So You Think pips The Queen's Carlton House to win the Prince of Wales's Stakes at Royal Ascot

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/12 at 12:56 pm

TENNIS

Laura Robson joins Heather Watson in exiting the second round at Eastbourne. Robson slips to a 6-4 7-5 defeat by Ekaterina Makarova of Russia.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/12 at 2:54 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL

Former Chelsea striker Didier Drogba signs two-and-a-half-year contract with Chinese club Shanghai Shenhua

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/12 at 2:58 pm

TENNIS

Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova's preparations for her title defence were hit by a surprise defeat as the top three women's seeds lost at Eastbourne.

Kvitova lost 7-5 6-4 to Russia's Ekaterina Makarova in the first round.

Top seed Agnieszka Radwanska was beaten 6-2 6-4 by Tsvetana Pironkova.

Caroline Wozniacki, seeded third, was knocked out by Christina McHale 6-1 6-7 (7-9) 6-4 but there were victories for British pair Laura Robson and Heather Watson at the Aegon International.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/21/12 at 12:43 pm

TENNIS

Andy Murray beaten 6-4 6-4 by Novak Djokovic in the Boodles exhibition event at Stoke Park

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/21/12 at 2:18 pm

England women are now 3-0 up against Slovenia. Karen Carney has put Hope Powell's side firmly en route to victory in their Euro 2013 qualifier.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/21/12 at 2:23 pm

BASKETBALL

Team GB officials say NBA player Byron Mullens is ruled out of the squad for the London Olympics because of injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/12 at 12:46 pm

ATHLETICS

Dwain Chambers wins 100m heat in 10.35 secs at Olympic trials to qualify for semi-finals. Adam Gemili, 18, wins his heat in 10.27

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/12 at 4:16 pm

ATHLETICS

Britain's leading triple jumper Phillips Idowu has pulled out of the Olympic athletics trials in Birmingham.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 06/22/12 at 7:40 pm

NBA Finals: Congratulations to the Miami Heat on winning the NBA Title.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/12 at 7:02 am

RUGBY UNION

Australia beat Wales 20-19 in the final Test in Sydney to complete a 3-0 series win

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/12 at 7:02 am

CANOEING

Scot David Florence wins silver medal in single canoe slalom (C1M) at World Cup event in Seu D'Urgell, Spain

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/12 at 7:04 am

FORMULA 1

Qualifying for the European Grand Prix is under way in Valencia, with Jenson Button fastest in final practice

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/12 at 7:05 am

RUGBY UNION

Australia beat Wales 20-19 in the final Test in Sydney to complete a 3-0 series win

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/12 at 7:05 am

RUGBY UNION

Ireland suffer record 60-0 defeat against New Zealand in third Test in Hamilton to lose series 3-0

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/12 at 9:02 am

FORMULA 1

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel takes pole position at the European GP in Valencia, with Lewis Hamilton in second.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/12 at 1:21 pm

RUGBY UNION

England draw 14-14 with South Africa in final Test in Port Elizabeth

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/12 at 1:22 pm

Former Northern Ireland and Queens Park Rangers captain Alan McDonald dies suddenly at the age of 48.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/12 at 7:01 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

Portgual great Eusebio in a "stable" condition in hospital after undergoing exploratory heart procedure

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/12 at 7:01 am

ATHLETICS

Ashton Eaton breaks Roman Sebrle's 11-year-old decathlon world record to win US Olympic trials

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/12 at 9:08 am

FORMULA 1

Fernando Alonso sensationally wins the European GP in Valencia after Sebastian Vettel retires

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/12 at 10:58 am

TRIATHLON

Britian's Alistair Brownlee dominates World Series in Kitzbuehel to win his first race of 2012. Brother Jonny is second

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: warped on 06/27/12 at 4:44 pm

Congratulations to Joe Sakic, Adam Oates, Mats Sundin & Pavel Bure on being voted into the Hockey Hall Of Fame. Well deserved.

How they didn't add Brendan Shanahan to that list, I'll never know.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/12 at 2:51 pm

WIMBLEDON 2012 (yesterday)

Rafael Nadal says he is happy with his form this year, despite suffering a shock early exit at Wimbledon to an "inspired" Lukas Rosol.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/12 at 3:22 pm

WIMBLEDON 2012

Six-time Wimbledon champion Roger Federer comes from two sets down to beat Julien Benneteau on Centre Court. 4-6 6-7 6-2 7-6 6-1

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/12 at 7:40 am

MOTOGP

Championship leader Jorge Lorenzo crashes out of Assen Grand Prix at first corner

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/12 at 7:41 am

WIMBLEDON 2012

Rafael Nadal's conqueror Lukas Rosol and Serena Williams are in action in the third round of Wimbledon, Andy Murray plays later.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/12 at 7:42 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

UEFA president Michel Platini says the 2020 European Championship could be spread across various cities in Europe.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/12 at 9:47 am

WIMBLEDON 2012

Kazakhstan's Yaroslava Shvedova makes history by becoming first player at Wimbledon to win a set without conceding a point

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/12 at 10:00 am

WIMBLEDON 2012

Lukas Rosol's Wimbledon run ends with a straight-sets defeat by German 27th seed Philipp Kohlschreiber

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/12 at 10:01 am

WIMBLEDON 2012

Four-time champion Serena Williams beats Zheng Jie 6-7 (5-7) 6-2 9-7 to reach the fourth round

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/12 at 10:01 am

WIMBLEDON 2012

Defending champion Petra Kvitova wins 6-1 6-0 against Varvara Lepchenko and will face Francesca Schiavone next

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/12 at 11:04 am

TOUR DE FRANCE

Fabian Cancellara fastest in Tour de France prologue, 7.05secs quicker than second-placed Bradley Wiggins

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/12 at 12:52 pm

WIMBLEDON 2012

GAME, SET AND MATCH

David Ferrer beats Andy Roddick 2-6 7-6 (10-8) 6-4 6-3 to make the fourth round.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/12 at 12:58 pm

WIMBLEDON 2012

Up next, Murray v Baghdatis third round on Centre Court

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/12 at 2:32 pm

ATHLETICS

British sprinter Danny Talbot wins 200m bronze at the European Championships in Helsinki, Finland

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Henk on 06/30/12 at 4:38 pm

ATHLETICS

British sprinter Danny Talbot wins 200m bronze at the European Championships in Helsinki, Finland

You've missed the important part: a 1-2 victory for Holland! :D

Churandy Martina (20.42) and Patrick van Luijk (20.87) finished first and second. It is the first Dutch title on the 200m since 1938 (!). I think this makes Martina one of the top favorites for the London Olympics.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/12 at 7:08 am

WIMBLEDON 2012

Andy Murray beats Marcos Baghdatis 7-5 3-6 7-5 6-1 under Centre Court roof to reach Wimbledon fourth round

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/12 at 7:08 am

You've missed the important part: a 1-2 victory for Holland! :D
Proves that I will never be a professional sports reporter!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Henk on 07/01/12 at 2:30 pm

GOAL FLASH

EURO 2012 FINAL

Spain 2 - 0 Italy (Jordi Alba, 41')

Well, that leaves me with absolutely no reason or desire to watch the second half.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Henk on 07/01/12 at 4:19 pm

GOAL FLASH

EURO 2012 FINAL

Spain 2 - 0 Italy (Jordi Alba, 41')

Well, that leaves me with absolutely no reason or desire to watch the second half.

Did anyone watch the second half?

Anyway... I think Spain won 4 - 0.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: warped on 07/01/12 at 4:32 pm

Did anyone watch the second half?

Anyway... I think Spain won 4 - 0.

I watched. Domination by Spain.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 07/03/12 at 6:55 pm

I watched. Domination by Spain.

Yeah, I found out about that too, on the ESPN bottomline while I was watching the Mets-Dodgers game.
Spain must've played really well...

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Henk on 07/04/12 at 9:35 am

SOCCER

Glasgow Rangers FC are no longer. The club seizes to exist, as a result of a bankruptcy following a tax claim of several million pounds.
Entrepeneur Charles Green, who recently bought the FC, announces a fresh start as The Rangers FC. It is yet uncertain if the 140-year old club can remain/restart in the Scottish Premiership.

And the word's out: The Rangers FC are denied a place in the Scottish Premiership, after a vast majority of the other teams in the Premiership voted against it. This means there'll be no 'Old Firm' (Rangers vs Celtic) for at least three seasons, as the Rangers will now most likely be starting in Scottish Third Division.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/12 at 5:26 am

WIMBLEDON 2012

Andy Murray becomes the first Briton in a Wimbledon men's final for 74 years as he beats Jo-Wilfried Tsonga

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/12 at 1:38 am

WIMBLEDON 2012

A huge TV audience is expected later as Andy Murray bids to become the first British man to win Wimbledon for 76 years, when he takes on six-time champion Roger Federer.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: warped on 07/08/12 at 7:57 am

WIMBLEDON 2012

A huge TV audience is expected later as Andy Murray bids to become the first British man to win Wimbledon for 76 years, when he takes on six-time champion Roger Federer.

Gee, I have no idea who will be the crowd favorite. :o
I remember when Virginia Wade won in 1977. Was she the last Britsh woman to win Wimbledon?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/12 at 8:47 am

Gee, I have no idea who will be the crowd favorite. :o
I remember when Virginia Wade won in 1977. Was she the last Britsh woman to win Wimbledon?

Yes, it was Virginia Wade.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/12 at 9:32 am

WIMBLEDON 2012

FINAL: Andy Murray wins the first set 6-4 against Roger Federer

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/12 at 9:59 am

OLYMPICS

Coach Stuart Pearce confirms Ryan Giggs will captain the Team GB football squad at London 2012

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/12 at 10:00 am

FORMULA 1

Mark Webber wins the British Grand Prix at Silverstone after passing Fernando Alonso late in the race

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/12 at 10:42 am

WIMBLEDON 2012

FINAL: Murray and Federer due back on court at 16:45 BST after rain delay, score 1-1 and one set all

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/12 at 11:11 am

TOUR DE FRANCE

French youngster Thibault Pineau takes a superb win on stage eight as Bradley Wiggins retains yellow

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/12 at 11:11 am

WIMBLEDON 2012

FINAL: Murray and Federer due back on court at 16:45 BST after rain delay, score 1-1 and one set all
Andy Murray and Roger Federer resume their match under the roof following a brief rain delay

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/12 at 11:24 am

MOTOGP

Dani Pedrosa wins German MotoGP - his first victory of season - as team-mate Casey Stoner crashes out on last lap

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/12 at 11:27 am

OLYMPICS

An area of Weymouth to be used as a drop-off point for spectators for the Olympic sailing events is flooded.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 07/08/12 at 11:52 am

OLYMPICS

An area of Weymouth to be used as a drop-off point for spectators for the Olympic sailing events is flooded.

Less than three weeks to go until the games begin!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/12 at 11:55 am

Less than three weeks to go until the games begin!
Yes it is, London is getting ready for it, and the Olympic Torch is getting nearer.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/12 at 12:17 pm

WIMBLEDON 2012

GAME, SET AND MATCH- Murray 6-4 5-7 3-6 4-6 Federer

ROGER FEDERER WINS HIS SEVENTH WIMBLEDON TITLE

Federer collapses to the turf - the greatest grass court player of all time is back on top of the world. Supreme, simply supreme.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/12 at 12:40 pm

WIMBLEDON 2012

GAME, SET AND MATCH- Murray 6-4 5-7 3-6 4-6 Federer

ROGER FEDERER WINS HIS SEVENTH WIMBLEDON TITLE

Federer collapses to the turf - the greatest grass court player of all time is back on top of the world. Supreme, simply supreme.
A tearful Andy Murray thanks everyone who supported him, including the Wimbledon crowd, as he loses to Roger Federer

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Paul on 07/09/12 at 6:19 am

Yes it is, London is getting ready for it, and the Olympic Torch is getting nearer.

...and the weather is getting wetter!

Overseas viewers may wish to carry an umbrella when watching!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Paul on 07/09/12 at 6:21 am

A tearful Andy Murray thanks everyone who supported him, including the Wimbledon crowd, as he loses to Roger Federer

Consequently, he reverts to being Scottish... ;)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/12 at 2:47 pm

Consequently, he reverts to being Scottish... ;)
Roger Federer's win over Andy Murray in the Wimbledon final was watched by a peak of 16.9 million viewers, according to overnight figures.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/12/12 at 1:20 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE

Bradley Wiggins keeps overall lead while GB team-mate Chris Froome moves into second; Pierre Rolland wins stage

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/12/12 at 1:27 pm

BOXING

David Haye will be conceding 37lbs to fellow British heavyweight Dereck Chisora when they meet at Upton Park on Saturday

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/12/12 at 1:27 pm

OLYMPICS

Two female athletes will compete for Saudi Arabia at London 2012 - in the 800m and judo

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/13/12 at 1:05 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE

Britain's David Millar wins the 12th stage in a sprint finish while Bradley Wiggins keeps the overall lead

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/14/12 at 5:42 am

OLYMPICS

American 400m runner Debbie Dunn withdraws from London Olympics after returning a positive drugs test

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/14/12 at 5:42 am

ATHLETICS

Impressive London Grand Prix wins for Britain's Perri Shakes-Drayton (400m hurdles) and Mo Farah (5,000m)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/14/12 at 5:43 am

TENNIS

Britain's Laura Robson reaches her first main tour semi-final by beating Carla Suarez Navarro at the Italiacom Open

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/14/12 at 11:49 am

SCOTTISH OPEN

Italian Francesco Molinari shoots a five under 67 to take a one-stroke lead into Sunday's final round

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/14/12 at 12:02 pm

ATHLETICS

Goldie Sayers breaks her own GB javelin record at the London Grand Prix, as Christine Ohuruogu wins the 400m

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/14/12 at 12:02 pm

ATHLETICS

Triple jumper Phillips Idowu pulls out of London Grand Prix because of injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/14/12 at 12:02 pm

ATHLETICS

Triple jumper Phillips Idowu pulls out of London Grand Prix because of injury
... and Olympics are a doubt for him now.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/14/12 at 12:03 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE

Bradley Wiggins will become the first Briton to wear the Tour de France yellow jersey for a seventh time

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/14/12 at 12:04 pm

SNOOKER

Peter Ebdon beats Marco Fu 6-2 and Barry Hawkins beats Mark Davis 6-4 to reach Australian Open final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/12 at 11:35 am

CYCLING

Spaniard Luis Leon Sanchez wins stage 14 of the Tour de France

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/12 at 11:36 am

BOXING

Amir Khan stopped by Danny Garcia in round four of their WBA and WBC light-welterweight unification fight in Las Vegas

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/12 at 11:36 am

MOTOGP

Jorge Lorenzo wins Italian Grand Prix to extend his championship lead, Dani Pedrosa second and Andrea Dovizioso third

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/12 at 1:55 pm

OPEN GOLF

Luke Donald bogeys the 18th and finishes on level par at Royal Lytham & St Annes - six behind leader Adam Scott

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/12 at 1:56 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE

Alejandro Valverde wins stage 17, with Chris Froome second and Bradley Wiggins third

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/12 at 11:54 am

TOUR DE FRANCE:

Bradley Wiggins wins the individual time trial stage of the race putting him in sight of overall victory live

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/12 at 7:06 am

FORMULA 1

The German Grand Prix is under way in Hockenheim in dry conditions

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/12 at 7:07 am

TOUR DE FRANCE:

A historic final day at the Tour de France as Bradley Wiggins prepares to seal victory

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/12 at 7:07 am

FORMULA 1

Red Bull have been cleared of breaking any rules banning the use of exhausts to improve aerodynamic performance

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/12 at 8:54 am

FORMULA 1

Ferrari's Fernando Alonso wins The German Grand Prix in Hockenheim, ahead of Sebastian Vettel and Jenson Button

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/12 at 8:54 am

OPEN GOLF

Final pairing of overnight leader Adam Scott and Northern Ireland's Graeme McDowell start their final rounds at the Open

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/12 at 10:24 am

HORSE RACING

Great Heavens, trained by John Gosden and ridden by William Buick, wins the Irish Oaks at the Curragh

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/12 at 10:26 am

TOUR DE FRANCE:

Britain's Bradley Wiggins wins Tour de France; Isle of Man's Mark Cavendish wins final stage

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/12 at 10:28 am

OPEN GOLF

Leaderboard:

Adam Scott -9 (after 8)
Graeme McDowell -6 (after 8)
Ernie Els -4 (after 10)
Brandt Snedeker -4 (after 10)
Tiger Woods -3 (after 9)
Luke Donald -2 (after 14)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/12 at 11:06 am

OPEN GOLF

Leaderboard:

Adam Scott -9 (after 10)
Ernie Els -5 (after 13)
Tiger Woods -5 (after 12)
Graeme McDowell -4 (after 10)
Luke Donald -2 (finish)
Brandt Snedeker -2 (after 12)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/12 at 12:03 pm

OPEN GOLF

Leaderboard:

Adam Scott -8 (after 16)
Ernie Els -7 (finish)
Brandt Snedeker -4 (after 16)
Graeme McDowell -3 (after 16)
Luke Donald -2 (finish)
Tiger Woods -2 (after 16)

With a birdie for Ernie Els on the final hole, things are hotting up.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/12 at 2:34 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE

Super League results - Castleford 26-40 Warrington; Huddersfield 14-35 Wakefield

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/12 at 2:34 pm

OPEN GOLF

Ernie Els clinches his second Open title as long-time leader Adam Scott spectacularly implodes at Royal Lytham & St Annes

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/12 at 6:27 am

HORSE RACING

Wednesday's Sandown meeting to trial metric measurements with metres and kilos alongside furlongs, stones and pounds

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/12 at 6:29 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Bradford Bulls deducted six Super League points with immediate effect as a penalty for going into administration

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 07/25/12 at 4:29 pm

OPEN GOLF

Leaderboard:

Adam Scott -9 (after 8.)
Graeme McDowell -6 (after 8.)
Ernie Els -4 (after 10)
Brandt Snedeker -4 (after 10)
Tiger Woods -3 (after 9)
Luke Donald -2 (after 14)

Fixt it for ya.

OPEN GOLF

Leaderboard:

Adam Scott -8 (after 16)
Ernie Els -7 (finish)
Brandt Snedeker -4 (after 16)
Graeme McDowell -3 (after 16)
Luke Donald -2 (finish)
Tiger Woods -2 (after 16)

With a birdie for Ernie Els on the final hole, things are hotting up.

OPEN GOLF

Ernie Els clinches his second Open title as long-time leader Adam Scott spectacularly implodes at Royal Lytham & St Annes

Congratulations to Ernie Els.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/12 at 8:39 am

Now all sporting events (especially in the UK) have been taken over by the Olympics.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/12 at 12:50 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE

The Rugby Football League rejects a conditional offer by a consortium to take over administration-hit Bradford Bulls

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/12 at 12:52 pm

FOOTBALL

Former England boss Fabio Capello signs a two-year contract to become the new manager of Russia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/12 at 6:01 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton is fastest in the first practice session for the Hungarian Grand Prix at Budapest

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/12 at 6:29 am

FORMULA 1

Red Bull's Mark Webber is fastest in final practice for the GP in Budapest

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/12 at 1:02 pm

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton holds on to win Hungarian Grand Prix from pole to flag, ahead of Lotus’s Kimi Raikkonen

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Written By: nally on 07/29/12 at 1:27 pm

Now all sporting events (especially in the UK) have been taken over by the Olympics.

That comes as no surprise, but elsewhere in the world (including the US), sporting events are going on.

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Written By: warped on 07/30/12 at 6:37 am

US Men's basketball team destroy France 98-71 in their opening match of the London 2012 Games. In other news, I beat my hamster in checkers last night.

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Written By: nally on 07/30/12 at 10:34 am

US Men's basketball team destroy France 98-71 in their opening match of the London 2012 Games. In other news, I beat my hamster in checkers last night.

You play checkers with your hamster?! :D This is a new one...

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Written By: warped on 07/30/12 at 3:39 pm

You play checkers with your hamster?! :D This is a new one...

The U.S. basketball team plays Nigeria next. Again, that's like me playing checkers with my hamster again.
Gee, who's gonna win?

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Written By: nally on 07/30/12 at 6:20 pm

The U.S. basketball team plays Nigeria next. Again, that's like me playing checkers with my hamster again.
Gee, who's gonna win?

Okay..... I think I get what you're saying now.

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Written By: warped on 08/02/12 at 9:46 pm

Team USA's basketball team beat Nigeria 156-73 . Must have been fun to watch for about 12 seconds.

Tomorrow I run the 100 meter dash against my turtle. Should be as fun to watch.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/11/12 at 10:09 am

HORSE RACING

Rest of the World win Shergar Cup at Ascot. China’s Matthew Chadwick claims the silver saddle for individual jockeys

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Written By: warped on 08/11/12 at 3:18 pm

NHL commissioner Gary (the weasel) Buttman sets Sept. 15 deadline for NHL lockout.

Thanks Gary for already doing your best to ruin Hockey...you don't have to do anymore for most Canadians to already despise you.

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Written By: nally on 08/11/12 at 11:59 pm

NHL commissioner Gary (the weasel) Buttman sets Sept. 15 deadline for NHL lockout.

Thanks Gary for already doing your best to ruin Hockey...you don't have to do anymore for most Canadians to already despise you.

Oh great, another one of these? ::) There have been two of these already, most recently in 2004-05 when the whole season was obliterated. Ten years earlier, there was also one, but it only wiped out all but 48 games for each team (at the same time the infamous baseball strike was going on).

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Written By: Indy Gent on 08/12/12 at 2:30 am

Oh great, another one of these? ::) There have been two of these already, most recently in 2004-05 when the whole season was obliterated. Ten years earlier, there was also one, but it only wiped out all but 48 games for each team (at the same time the infamous baseball strike was going on).

Well at least the Caps and Canucks won't choke again if they cancel the season. ;D :(

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Written By: nally on 08/12/12 at 11:38 am

Well at least the Caps and Canucks won't choke again if they cancel the season. ;D :(

I suppose not... ;)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/17/12 at 3:17 pm

Ryder Cup Golf

European captain Jose Maria Olazabal has named Darren Clarke, Paul McGinley and Thomas Bjorn as three of his four vice-captains to face the United States in their defence of the Ryder Cup.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/20/12 at 10:49 am

ROWING

Eton Dorney will host the 2013 Rowing World Cup regatta

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/20/12 at 10:49 am

GOLF

Augusta National Golf Club, the hosts course of the Masters, allows its first female members in its 80-year history

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/20/12 at 12:26 pm

CYCLING

Britain's Chris Froome finishes third in the third stage of the Tour of Spain, won by Alejandro Valverde

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/20/12 at 12:27 pm

GOLF

Sergio Garcia wins the Wyndham Championship in North Carolina to secure his sixth Ryder Cup cap

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Written By: nally on 08/20/12 at 2:15 pm

Little League World Series:

Tennessee 13, New Castle (Indiana) 3
Texas 13, Indiana 3

Panama 8, Canada 3
Japan 2, Taiwan 0

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/20/12 at 3:25 pm

Little League World Series:

Tennessee 13, New Castle (Indiana) 3
Texas 13, Indiana 3

Panama 8, Canada 3
Japan 2, Taiwan 0
It is on ESPN tv, I was watching for about five minutes the other day.

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Written By: Henk on 08/21/12 at 4:06 pm

Little League World Series:

Tennessee 13, New Castle (Indiana) 3
Texas 13, Indiana 3

Panama 8, Canada 3
Japan 2, Taiwan 0

Those were August 19 games. Well, not all of them... Here's a link to the complete schedule and stats. ;)

I remember last year, when I still had access to ESPN... I saw some of the games. Back then there was a Dutch team competing, too, but not so this year. :(

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Written By: nally on 08/21/12 at 6:02 pm

Those were August 19 games. Well, not all of them... Here's a link to the complete schedule and stats. ;)

I remember last year, when I still had access to ESPN... I saw some of the games. Back then there was a Dutch team competing, too, but not so this year. :(

Many thanks; I knew those were from Sunday; I just hadn't had a chance that evening to be online.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/24/12 at 12:24 pm

Lance Armstrong has been stripped of his seven Tour de France titles and given a lifetime ban by the United States Anti-Doping Agency.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/12 at 7:13 am

GOLF

European Ryder Cup skipper Jose Maria Olazabal names fellow Spaniard Miguel Angel Jimenez as his fourth vice-captain

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/12 at 7:13 am

TENNIS

Britain's Johanna Konta qualifies for US Open with 6-4 3-6 7-5 win against China's Zhang Shuai

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/12 at 7:49 am

London-based British runner and double Olympic champion Mo Farah, announces the birth of his twin girls.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/12 at 3:14 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE

Warrington win the Challenge Cup after beating Leeds 35-18 in the final at Wembley

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Written By: nally on 08/26/12 at 6:39 pm

Little League World Series: Japan has defeated the team from Tennessee in the finals to capture this year's LLWS title.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/12 at 4:56 pm

Laura Robson beats ninth seed Li Na to become the first British woman to reach the last 16 of a Grand Slam tournament since 1998

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/12 at 1:55 pm

TENNIS:

Andy Murray leads Feliciano Lopez by a set and a break in round three of the US Open at Flushing Meadows.

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Written By: Bobo on 09/05/12 at 4:20 pm

Former Formula One driver Alex Zanardi, (1991-94, 1999), who lost both his legs in a crash on September 15, 2001, today won a gold medal at the Paralympics in the H4 handcycling category.

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Written By: Henk on 09/07/12 at 8:23 am

As expected, Esther Vergeer has won the gold medal in the women's wheelchair tennis tournament at the Paralympic Games in London. Vergeer, who also claimed the title in 2000, 2004 and 2008, beat fellow Dutchwoman Aniek van Koot (6-0, 6-3). The bronze medal went to Jiske Griffioen - also from The Netherlands.

Vergeer has won an astounding 470(!!) consecutive matches since January 2003. :o

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Written By: Henk on 09/07/12 at 8:52 am

The Netherlands are now at 30 medals: 8 Gold, 6 Silver, 16 Bronze. That's already 8 more than four years ago! :)

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Written By: Bobo on 09/07/12 at 2:03 pm

Alex Zanardi has won a second gold for Italy in the hand-cycle time trials.

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Written By: nally on 09/12/12 at 2:55 pm

MLB has reportedly released the schedule for next year... we will finally see interleague matchups such as Rangers at Cardinals, Cardinals at Angels, Cubs at A's, Dodgers at Yankees...and Rays at Dodgers!

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Written By: warped on 09/12/12 at 4:15 pm

3 days until a potential NHL (National Hockey League) lock out. Gary Butthead Vs Donald Fehr. Fehr is a tough SOB. He used to be exec director in MLB (Major League Baseball) and was instrumental in the MLB 1995 strike. I hope he gives Mr. Butthead every single headache he can give.
No one has ruined NHL hockey more than Gary Butthead.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/12 at 5:03 am

Belated Congrats to Andy Murray winning the US Tennis Open, finally proving that he is British after all!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/12 at 8:56 am

Belated Congrats to Andy Murray winning the US Tennis Open, finally proving that he is British after all!
Fans turn out on the streets of Dunblane to cheer on US Open Champion and Olympic Gold medallist Andy Murray.

http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/62925000/jpg/_62925562_andybig.jpg

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/12 at 8:57 am

TENNIS

Spain beat USA 3-1 and will meet Argentina or Czech Republic in the final of the Davis Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/12 at 8:58 am

ATHLETICS

Kenyan Wilson Kipsang beats Micah Kogo on the line to win the Great North Run

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/12 at 1:22 pm

CYCLING

Jonathan Tiernan-Locke becomes first British man to win Tour of Britain in 19 years. Mark Cavendish wins final stage

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Written By: nally on 09/16/12 at 10:02 pm

3 days until a potential NHL (National Hockey League) lock out. Gary Butthead Vs Donald Fehr. Fehr is a tough SOB. <snip> I hope he gives Mr. Butthead every single headache he can give.
No one has ruined NHL hockey more than Gary Butthead.

I heard some more about this today. Looks like it might be happening :(

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/12 at 12:42 pm

BOXING

David Haye hands back his Luxembourg boxing licence in order to pursue a fight against Vitali Klitschko

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/12 at 5:17 am

CYCLING

GB's Emma Pooley finishes fourth in women's time trial at Road World Championships. German Judith Arndt wins gold

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/12 at 1:12 pm

SNOOKER

Judd Trump sees off fightback from Graeme Dott from 4-0 down before winning 5-4 to seal place in Shanghai Masters semis

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/12 at 1:12 pm

FORMULA 1

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel fastest ahead of McLaren's Jenson Button in second practice for the Singapore Grand Prix

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/12 at 1:12 pm

CYCLING

Briton Lucy Garner wins the world championship junior sprint title

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/12 at 1:13 pm

SWIMMING

Former world champion and world record holder Gemma Spofforth announces her retirement

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/12 at 1:13 pm

TENNIS

Laura Robson beats Romania's Sorana Cirstea 6-4 6-2 to reach the final of the Guangzhou Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/12 at 5:45 am

TENNIS:

Britain's Laura Robson loses her first ATP final, beaten 6-3 5-7 6-4 against Su-Wei Hsieh in the Guangzhou Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/12 at 2:57 pm

RUGBY UNION

Exeter inflict a first defeat of the season on Saracens with a gutsy 14-12 victory in horrible conditions at Sandy Park

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/12 at 2:58 pm

CYCLING

Belgium's Philippe Gilbert wins men's road race world title. Britain's Jon Tiernan-Locke finishes 19th

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/12 at 2:58 pm

SNOOKER

John Higgins wins Shanghai Masters final with thrilling 10-9 win over Judd Trump

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/12 at 2:58 pm

FORMULA 1

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel cruises to victory in the Singapore Grand Prix after Lewis Hamilton's McLaren retires

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/12 at 3:00 pm

BREAKING NEWS:

Former England captain John Terry announces retirement from international football

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/12 at 2:58 am

GOLF

American Brandt Snedeker wins PGA Tour Championship in Atlanta by three shots to claim £7m prize money

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Written By: nally on 09/24/12 at 12:12 pm

GOLF

American Brandt Snedeker wins PGA Tour Championship in Atlanta by three shots to claim £7m prize money

I wonder what that would be in American dollars??

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Written By: warped on 09/24/12 at 1:35 pm

I wonder what that would be in American dollars??

Snedeker won 11.4 million dollars, American dollars.

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Written By: nally on 09/24/12 at 1:58 pm

Snedeker won 11.4 million dollars, American dollars.

Thanks.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/12 at 2:25 pm

GOLF

Donald/Westwood/Poulter/Rose practise in first group at Medinah ahead of Ryder Cup. Garcia/Lawrie/McIlroy/McDowell in other group.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/12 at 8:11 am

HORSE RACING

Frankie Dettori will ride Epsom Derby and 2000 Guineas winner Camelot in Sunday's Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe at Longchamp

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/12 at 8:11 am

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray eases through to the third round of the Japan Open with a straight sets win over Slovakia's Lukas Lacko

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/12 at 8:12 am

MOTOGP

MotoGP world champion Casey Stoner will return from injury at the Japanese Grand Prix on 14 October after missing three races

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/12 at 11:15 am

RUGBY UNION

Captain Ross Ford believes Scotland can earn a first-ever win over New Zealand in their opening autumn Test

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/04/12 at 6:03 am

FORMULA ONE

Seven-time world champion Michael Schumacher to retire from Formula One at the end of the season

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/05/12 at 4:08 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

UEFA hopes to boost the Europa League's profile by asking managers and players to talk up the competition

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/05/12 at 4:09 am

FORMULA 1

Red Bull’s Mark Webber is fastest in second practice for the Japanese GP, as Michael Schumacher crashes out

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/07/12 at 9:47 am

FORMULA 1

Red Bull’s Sebastian Vettel wins the Japanese GP, after title leader Fernando Alonso retires

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/07/12 at 11:01 am

HORSE RACING

Solemia (33-1) wins Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe. Orfevre (5-1) second and Masterstroke (11-1) third

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/12 at 7:07 am

LATEST:

Olympic sprint legend Usain Bolt reveals he is to defend his 100m and 200m titles at Rio Games in 2016

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/12 at 11:42 am

SWIMMING

Two-time Commonwealth champion David Carry retires from competitive swimming

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/12 at 11:43 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton admits he made a mistake after accusing Jenson Button of disrespect by unfollowing him on Twitter

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/12 at 6:00 am

TENNIS

British number one Laura Robson beats Greece's Eleni Daniilidou 6-4 6-2 to reach the second round of the HP Open in Osaka

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/12 at 3:39 pm

GOLF

Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods both lose their opening rounds at the inaugural World Golf Final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/12 at 3:40 pm

CYCLING

World governing body UCI provisionally suspends French rider Steve Houanard for "adverse analytical finding of EPO in a urine sample"

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Written By: warped on 10/10/12 at 6:31 am

FOOTBALL

Detroit Lions legend Alex Karras is near death. Kidney failure. :-\\
He is also well-known by appearing as Mongo in the 1974 movie Blazing Saddles and was a star in the 1980s sitcom Webster.

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Written By: nally on 10/10/12 at 11:26 am

FOOTBALL

Detroit Lions legend Alex Karras is near death. Kidney failure. :-\\
He is also well-known by appearing as Mongo in the 1974 movie Blazing Saddles and was a star in the 1980s sitcom Webster.

And now he has passed away. I just found this out on the news this morning. :\'( :\'(

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/10/12 at 11:42 am

Former Zimbabwe, Northants and Gloucestershire all-rounder Kevin Curran dies aged 53 after collapsing while jogging.

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Written By: warped on 10/10/12 at 12:07 pm

And now he has passed away. I just found this out on the news this morning. :\'( :\'(

Yeh, just posted his death is Celebrity heaven.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/10/12 at 12:36 pm

CYCLING

The United States Anti-Doping Agency says Lance Armstrong's team ran the "most sophisticated doping programme the sport has ever seen".

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Written By: nally on 10/10/12 at 5:49 pm

Yeh, just posted his death is Celebrity heaven.

I just saw.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/12 at 4:26 am

CYCLING

The United States Anti-Doping Agency says Lance Armstrong's team ran the "most sophisticated doping programme the sport has ever seen".
BBC Report here

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/12 at 5:00 am

GOLF

World number one Rory McIlroy is eliminated from the World Golf Final in Turkey after losing to Tiger Woods

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Written By: warped on 10/12/12 at 7:41 am

Champ Summers, ex MLB baseball player from 1974 to 1984, passed away on Oct 11th from kidney cancer. He was 66.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/12/12 at 10:42 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray comes from a set down to beat Czech Republic's Radek Stepanek in the Shanghai Masters quarter-final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/12/12 at 10:43 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Leeds Rhinos skipper Kevin Sinfield is appointed England captain

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/12/12 at 10:43 am

FORMULA 1

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel is fastest in second practice for the Korean GP, with title leader Fernando Alonso third

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/12/12 at 10:43 am

GOLF

Justin Rose beats Lee Westwood by one stroke to win the World Golf Final in Turkey

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Written By: nally on 10/12/12 at 11:53 am

Champ Summers, ex MLB baseball player from 1974 to 1984, passed away on Oct 11th from kidney cancer. He was 66.

I have one baseball card of him: 1985 Topps (probably his last one, since he was active from '74-'84).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/12 at 6:58 am

DIVING

Tom Daley wins 10m gold at World Junior Championships in Adelaide to add to 3m synchro title with Jack Laugher

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/12 at 6:58 am

FORMULA 1

Mercedes are fined 10,000 euros for their unsafe release of Michael Schumacher during qualifying for the Korean Grand Prix

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/12 at 6:59 am

MOTOGP

Championship leader Jorge Lorenzo secures sixth pole of season in Japan. Dani Pedrosa qualifies second, GB's Cal Crutchlow third

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/12 at 6:59 am

TENNIS

Britain's Heather Watson beats Misaki Doi (Jpn) 7-6 (7-2) 7-5 to reach the final of the Japan Open in Osaka

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/12 at 7:00 am

FORMULA 1

Red Bull's Mark Webber is on pole position for the Korean GP, ahead of Sebastian Vettel and Lewis Hamilton

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/12 at 7:00 am

SNOOKER

World Snooker suspends Stephen Lee while it investigates new match-fixing allegations against him

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/12 at 7:01 am

TENNIS

Second seed Novak Djokovic beats Tomas Berdych (Cze) 6-3 6-4 to set up Shanghai Masters final v Andy Murray or Roger Federer

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/12 at 1:18 pm

TENNIS

Andy Murray beats Roger Federer 6-4 6-4 and will play Novak Djokovic in the Shanghai Masters final on Sunday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/12 at 7:59 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray squanders five match points as Novak Djokovic wins 5-7 7-6 (13-11) 6-3 in Shanghai Masters final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/12 at 7:59 am

Sebastian Vettel wins the Korean GP, taking the lead in the title race from Fernando Alonso

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/12 at 8:00 am

TENNIS

Heather Watson wins 7-5 5-7 7-6 (7-4) against Kai-Cheng Chang in the Japan Open final. First GB WTA winner since Sara Gomer in 1988

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/12 at 8:00 am

MOTOGP

Dani Pedrosa wins in Japan to cut championship lead of Jorge Lorenzo to 28 points. Lorenzo second, Alvaro Bautista third

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/12 at 8:01 am

OLYMPICS

International Olympic Committee president Jacques Rogge says that London could stage the Olympics again within 20 years.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/16/12 at 11:48 am

FORMULA 1

Felipe Massa signs a one-year contract extension with Ferrari until the end of the 2013 season

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/16/12 at 11:49 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

Senegal disqualified from 2013 Africa Cup of Nations following riot that caused Saturday's game v Ivory Coast to be abandoned

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/16/12 at 11:50 am

HORSE RACING

Derby-winning jockey Michael Hills, 49, will retire next month after a career which brought more than 2,000 winners

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/16/12 at 11:51 am

HORSE RACING

Jockey Richard Hughes claimed seven winners from eight races at Windsor on Monday at combined odds of 10,168-1.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/17/12 at 4:18 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

England Under-21s defender Danny Rose calls for Serbia to be banned after claiming he is racially abused by fans.

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Written By: Henk on 10/17/12 at 5:54 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

WC 2014 Qualifier

Germany 4 - 4 Sweden

Sensational! A game that seemed well and properly decided when Germany's Per Mertesacker scored the 4 - 0 after about an hour's play. The Swedes however did not concede and bridged the gap within the final 30 minutes of the game, leaving the Germans with a proper hangover. Never before have Germany handed away a four-goal lead.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/17/12 at 6:08 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

WC 2014 Qualifier

Germany 4 - 4 Sweden

Sensational! A game that seemed well and properly decided when Germany's Per Mertesacker scored the 4 - 0 after about an hour's play. The Swedes however did not concede and bridged the gap within the final 30 minutes of the game, leaving the Germans with a proper hangover. Never before have Germany handed away a four-goal lead.
ITV should have showed this match than the rain sodden pitch of yesterday.

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Written By: Henk on 10/17/12 at 7:49 am

ITV should have showed this match than the rain sodden pitch of yesterday.

I must say, I rather regret not having watched the game. I've seen a few minutes of play, just enough to see the Germans score 3 - 0, and decided the rest was not worth watching. :-[

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/17/12 at 8:03 am

I must say, I rather regret not having watched the game. I've seen a few minutes of play, just enough to see the Germans score 3 - 0, and decided the rest was not worth watching. :-[
It always happens that way.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/17/12 at 9:38 am

ITV should have showed this match than the rain sodden pitch of yesterday.
Jermain Defoe will partner Wayne Rooney up front for England in their rearranged World Cup qualifier on Wednesday against Poland in Warsaw.

The match was set to take place on Tuesday but had to be postponed due to heavy rain and manager Roy Hodgson has decided to stick with the original XI.

This means captain Steven Gerrard returns to the side after missing the San Marino win due to suspension.

Both he and Ashley Cole will collect their 99th caps in two of six changes.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/17/12 at 9:45 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

England unchanged from Tuesday team

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/17/12 at 9:46 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

England unchanged from Tuesday team
LINE-UPS - Poland v England (16:00 BST)

Poland: Tyton, Piszczek, Wasilewski, Wawrzyniak, Glik, Polanski, Krychowiak, Wszolek, Grosicki, Obraniak, Lewandowski. Subs: Kuszczak, Wojtkowiak, Komorowski, Borysiuk, Murawski, Milik, Mierzejewski, Sobota, Piech, Perquis, Sobiech, Skorupski.

England: Hart, Glen Johnson, Jagielka, Lescott, Cole, Milner, Carrick, Gerrard, Cleverley, Rooney, Defoe. Subs: Ruddy, Walker, Baines, Cahill, Shawcross, Oxlade-Chamberlain, Shelvey, Lennon, Adam Johnson, Carroll, Welbeck, Forster.

Referee: Gianluca Rocchi (Italy)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/17/12 at 9:48 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

England unchanged from Tuesday team
More good news for those England supporters, whether they have been able to stay on or not - all 2,500 England fans who bought tickets and travelled to Poland will also be invited to a special England training session.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/12 at 7:17 am

TENNIS

British number three Anne Keothavong loses 6-4 6-1 to Italy's Roberta Vinci in second round of Luxembourg Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/12 at 7:18 am

HORSE RACING

Frankel will face five rivals for his expected farewell race in the Champion Stakes at Ascot on Saturday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/12 at 7:18 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Bradford Bulls half-back Jarrod Sammut signs new two-year deal with the Super League club

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/12 at 10:43 am

CYCLING

Mark Cavendish is to leave Team Sky to join Belgian team Omega Pharma-QuickStep ahead of the 2013 season

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/12 at 9:19 am

FORMULA 1

F1 boss Bernie Ecclestone says organisers of the Grand Prix of America have "run out of time" to stage the New Jersey race in 2013

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/12 at 9:20 am

ROWING

Trenton Oldfield, who disrupted the University Boat Race, is sentenced to six months in jail for causing a public nuisance

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/12 at 9:21 am

ROWING

Trenton Oldfield, who disrupted the University Boat Race, is sentenced to six months in jail for causing a public nuisance
Remember him!

http://blogs.telegraph.co.uk/news/files/2012/04/trenton.jpg

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/12 at 9:22 am

CYCLING

Rabobank will end its sponsorship of cycling teams at the end of the year following recent doping revelations

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/12 at 10:42 am

CYCLING

The UCI, the world governing body, will respond to the Lance Armstrong doping report on Monday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/12 at 6:47 am

HORSE RACING

Unbeaten Frankel cleared to run at Ascot's Champion Stakes in what is likely to be his final race

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/12 at 6:48 am

MOTOGP

Jorge Lorenzo beats title rival Dani Pedrosa to pole position at Malaysia's Sepang circuit

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Written By: warped on 10/20/12 at 9:43 pm

Baseball

1982, October 20th
STL wins it's first world series since 1967 (beats Milwaukee 4 games to 3)

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Written By: warped on 10/21/12 at 7:22 am

October 21, 1975 MLB

It's considered maybe the greatest World Series game ever played, capped off by Carlton Fisk's dramatic home run in extra innings.

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Written By: nally on 10/21/12 at 1:37 pm

October 21, 1975 MLB

It's considered maybe the greatest World Series game ever played, capped off by Carlton Fisk's dramatic home run in extra innings.

For sure; last year when MLB Network did a miniseries on the "20 greatest games ever played" (in a 50-year period from 1961 through 2010), this one was ranked at the top (as voted by fans).

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Written By: warped on 10/21/12 at 3:25 pm

For sure; last year when MLB Network did a miniseries on the "20 greatest games ever played" (in a 50-year period from 1961 through 2010), this one was ranked at the top (as voted by fans).

Is there a link for a list of the top 20 games?

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Written By: nally on 10/21/12 at 3:26 pm

Is there a link for a list of the top 20 games?

Yes, here it is!

http://mlb.mlb.com/network/games_airdates/

(This miniseries aired during the first few months of 2011; the poll was put together in late 2010, and voted on by fans, and in January of 2011 they began counting them down, one episode (per week) at a time.)

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Written By: warped on 10/21/12 at 3:48 pm

Yes, here it is!

http://mlb.mlb.com/network/games_airdates/

(This miniseries aired during the first few months of 2011; the poll was put together in late 2010, and voted on by fans, and in January of 2011 they began counting them down, one episode (per week) at a time.)

Thanks and karma. I think I have seen every game on the list (or large parts of the game) except for #20, the Phillies/Cubs game from 1979. It wasn't on TV in Canada, but I do remember I did watch highlights on the sports news that night.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/12 at 3:52 am

RUGBY UNION

Sir Wilson Whineray, the All Blacks' longest-serving captain, dies aged 77

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/12 at 3:52 am

CYCLING

The UCI, the world governing body, will announce its response to Usada's report into Lance Armstrong's doping on Monday

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Written By: warped on 10/22/12 at 7:44 am

CYCLING

The UCI, the world governing body, will announce its response to Usada's report into Lance Armstrong's doping on Monday

Cycling:

Lance Armstrong stripped of 7 Tour de France titles; banned from competitive cycling for life.

"Lance Armstrong has no place in cycling and he deserves to be forgotten in cycling." - UCI President Pat McQuaid

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Written By: danootaandme on 10/22/12 at 7:50 am

A lot of people defended, and will continue to defend, Lance. I never liked the guy, and I think what is being said is true, but I am not sure that they have the hard evidence to do what they are doing.

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Written By: warped on 10/22/12 at 1:01 pm

A lot of people defended, and will continue to defend, Lance. I never liked the guy, and I think what is being said is true, but I am not sure that they have the hard evidence to do what they are doing.

I don't know either, but I've also read that a Texas insurance company will demand the return of $7.5m in bonuses from him.
Not sure if Lance can appeal, or take his case to court (for the $)
Maybe he knew this was coming, he just had a charity fundraiser yesterday.

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Written By: nally on 10/22/12 at 2:42 pm

Thanks and karma. I think I have seen every game on the list (or large parts of the game) except for #20, the Phillies/Cubs game from 1979. It wasn't on TV in Canada, but I do remember I did watch highlights on the sports news that night.

That one (and two others, both from the 70's) aired before I was born, of course, but when MLB Network showed them, they aired key moments in the games...and it was quite interesting to see that 1979 game. It must've been really windy in Chicago that day.

My personal favorite on that list was #10, the 1988 World Series Game One, since it was the only one which involved the Dodgers, my team. I remember watching that game when it was live (and it was the last time that LAD was involved in the World Series!). That game was notable for Kirk Gibson's two-run pinch-hit walkoff homer in the 9th inning to give L.A. a 5-4 win and a 1-0 lead in the series. Gibson was not expected to appear at all in that game, due to his ankle or something...but had he not come on to pinch-hit, L.A. might not have won that game. (Either that or another pinch-hitter would have had to at least tie it, as they were down to their final out.)

As for the other games which made that list, I watched the majority of them (particularly those from the 90's and 2000's) when they were live.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/12 at 9:08 am

OLYMPICS

The London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games came in £377m under budget at a cost of £8.9bn

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/12 at 9:12 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

Goal-line technology moves closer after FIFA authorises two systems for worldwide use

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/12 at 9:13 am

CYCLING

Tyler Hamilton calls on International Cycling Union president Pat McQuaid to resign

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/12 at 9:13 am

MOTOGP

Seven-time champion Valentino Rossi calls MotoGP "boring" and jokes that it is hard to stay awake during races

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/12 at 9:14 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Former England wing Martin Offiah says football can learn from rugby league to stop racism

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/12 at 4:42 pm

TENNIS

Serena Williams, Maria Sharapova and Agnieszka Radwanska record wins on opening day of the WTA Championships in Turkey

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/12 at 10:54 am

A lot of people defended, and will continue to defend, Lance. I never liked the guy, and I think what is being said is true, but I am not sure that they have the hard evidence to do what they are doing.
Bradley Wiggins believes Lance Armstrong may never admit to doping because he is "stubborn" and has "too much to lose"

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/12 at 12:37 pm

CYCLING

Details of the route for the centenary edition of the 2013 Tour de France are announced in Paris

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/25/12 at 3:00 am

OLYMPICS

British rower Alex Partridge and hockey player Hannah Macleod have had their Olympic medals stolen

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/25/12 at 3:01 am

TENNIS

Victoria Azarenka moves closer to finishing the year as world number one with victory over Angelique Kerber at the WTA Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/25/12 at 4:13 am

GOLF

Wales' Jamie Donaldson leads the BMW Masters in Shanghai on 10 under, with Rory McIlroy five shots back after the first round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/25/12 at 6:40 am

RUGBY UNION

Uncapped Saracens prop Mako Vunipola is named in England's squad for the autumn internationals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/25/12 at 12:32 pm

TENNIS

Rafael Nadal pulls out of Paris Masters and ATP World Tour Finals because of knee injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/25/12 at 12:32 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL

Serbian FA bans two U21 players for one year for their part in the brawl after the Euro 2013 play-off with England

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/25/12 at 12:33 pm

TENNIS

China’s Li Na beats Angelique Kerber of Germany in straight sets at the WTA Tour Championships in Istanbul

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/25/12 at 12:33 pm

CYCLING

Race coach Bobby Julich leaves Team Sky after admitting taking a banned substance in the 1990s

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/25/12 at 12:34 pm

ATHLETICS

Mo Farah's coach says the British runner may attempt the 10,000m and marathon at the next Olympics in 2016

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/26/12 at 10:03 am

OLYMPICS

British rower Alex Partridge and hockey player Hannah Macleod have had their Olympic medals stolen
One of two Team GB Olympic bronze medals stolen from a London nightclub has been recovered, police have said.

The medals were taken when hockey player Hannah Macleod and rower Alex Partridge left their jackets with the medals unattended early on Wednesday.

Macleod's medal was posted anonymously to the England Hockey head office in Buckinghamshire, police said.

Partridge's jacket was handed in at a north-west London police station on Thursday but not the medal.

A 31-year-old man who was arrested in connection with the investigation has been bailed, pending further inquiries.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/26/12 at 12:03 pm

CYCLING:

Lance Armstrong's Tour de France titles will not be given to others in the wake of the doping scandal, cycling's governing body says.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/12 at 10:44 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

England set record points tally as they beat Wales 80-12 in autumn international at Racecourse Stadium, Wrexham

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/12 at 10:45 am

TENNIS

Maria Sharapova beats world number one Victoria Azarenka 6-4 6-2 and will face Serena Williams in the WTA Championships final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/12 at 10:45 am

HORSE RACING

Kingsbarns, trained by Aidan O'Brien and ridden by Joseph O'Brien, wins the Racing Post Trophy at Doncaster

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/12 at 10:46 am

FORMULA 1

Sebastian Vettel qualifies on pole position for the Indian GP, ahead of team-mate Mark Webber for an all-Red Bull front row

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/12 at 10:46 am

GOLF

Rory McIlroy cuts Peter Hanson's lead to one shot after three rounds of the BMW Masters in Shanghai

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/12 at 10:47 am

MOTOGP

Home favourite Casey Stoner will start on pole position after qualifying fastest for the Australian Grand Prix

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/12 at 7:54 am

FORMULA 1

Sebastian Vettel wins the Indian Grand Prix, ahead of world championship rival Fernando Alonso in second

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/12 at 7:54 am

GOLF

Peter Hanson holds off Rory McIlroy by one shot to win the BMW Masters in Shanghai with a 21-under-par total

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/12 at 7:55 am

FORMULA 1

The French Grand Prix could return next year for the first time since 2008, says F1 boss Bernie Ecclestone

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/12 at 7:55 am

MOTOGP

Jorge Lorenzo wins the MotoGP world championship with a second-place finish in the Australian GP behind Casey Stoner

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/12 at 4:34 pm

AMERICAN FOOTBALL

New England Patriots beat St Louis Rams 45-7 in NFL match at Wembley

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Written By: nally on 10/28/12 at 5:17 pm

AMERICAN FOOTBALL

New England Patriots beat St Louis Rams 45-7 in NFL match at Wembley

At Wembley? I must be missing something here (not that I follow the NFL much), but that is quite a lopsided victory for N.E.!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/29/12 at 4:59 am

At Wembley? I must be missing something here (not that I follow the NFL much), but that is quite a lopsided victory for N.E.!
It is an annual event now, but I did not realise it was on, not on mainstream tv.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/29/12 at 4:59 am

SPEED SKATING

Great Britain's Elise Christie takes short track skating silver in Montreal to extend her World Cup lead

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/29/12 at 5:00 am

RUGBY UNION

England call up London Irish hooker David Paice & Harlequins lock George Robson as cover for Dylan Hartley & Courtney Lawes

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Written By: nally on 10/29/12 at 8:46 am

It is an annual event now, but I did not realise it was on, not on mainstream tv.

Many thanks; I will have to read about it in the local newspaper.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/29/12 at 12:28 pm

Many thanks; I will have to read about it in the local newspaper.
If it was to be held on the East Coast, it would have had to be abandoned.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/29/12 at 12:29 pm

CYCLING

Steven de Jongh has left his role as a sporting director at Team Sky after admitting taking performance-enhancing drugs during his career

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/29/12 at 12:29 pm

ATHLETICS

Former Paralympic chief Peter Eriksson appointed UK Athletics head coach, succeeding Charles van Commenee

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/29/12 at 1:20 pm

Many thanks; I will have to read about it in the local newspaper.
Now, a baseball game held in London will be one thing I wish to go to.

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Written By: nally on 10/29/12 at 4:29 pm

If it was to be held on the East Coast, it would have had to be abandoned.

Right, due to the hazardous weather conditions over there. I was just thinking, it was probably good, weather-wise, that the Nationals, Orioles, and Yankees did not make it to the World Series. Btw, I did find an article in my local newspaper about the aforementioned NFL football game.

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Written By: warped on 11/01/12 at 4:17 pm

Pascual Perez, former MLB pitcher for Expos, Yankees, murdered during robbery attempt in Dominican Republic. He was 55. :(

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Written By: nally on 11/02/12 at 10:49 am

^ I remember him. He also played for the Braves (and one other team, I think), and I have a few of his baseball cards. So sad. :\'( :(

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/02/12 at 3:19 pm

CYCLING

World Anti-Doping Agency formally accepts the evidence produced against Lance Armstrong by the US Anti-Doping Agency

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/02/12 at 3:19 pm

SNOOKER

Judd Trump becomes world number one after a 9-1 semi-final victory over Peter Ebdon in China's International Championship

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: warped on 11/09/12 at 2:26 pm

NBA:

Best Laker coach ever? Not Mike Brown.
Goodbye Mike. :-[

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 11/09/12 at 3:25 pm

Speaking of the NBA, my team is off to a not-so-good start :( :-\\

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: warped on 11/09/12 at 3:28 pm

Speaking of the NBA, my team is off to a not-so-good start :( :-\\

I didn't know the Dodgers were in the NBA? :D

just kidding.

Is your team the Lakers? If so don't worry. Long season, they will turn it aroud.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 11/09/12 at 3:30 pm

I didn't know the Dodgers were in the NBA? :D

just kidding.

LOL ;) ;) Yeah, I do follow sports outside of baseball.

Is your team the Lakers? If so don't worry. Long season, they will turn it aroud.

Yep, that's them. And in hockey it's the Kings...whose next played game has yet to be determined. I always root for my local teams in pro sports.

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Written By: warped on 11/09/12 at 3:31 pm

LOL ;) ;) Yeah, I do follow sports outside of baseball.

Yep, that's them. And in hockey it's the Kings...whose next played game has yet to be determined. I always root for my local teams in pro sports.

And in the NFL you root for ??

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 11/09/12 at 3:37 pm

And in the NFL you root for ??

No team, as there hasn't been a local franchise in the L.A. area since the Rams left in 1994. I'm not all that much into football anyways. :-\\ But my dad sorta is.
Also, I have heard, on the news, talks about moving an existing franchise into L.A., and building a stadium for them. But there is no final decision as of yet; it's still on the table.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/15/12 at 10:05 am

GOLF

Rory McIlroy ends first round of Hong Kong Open three shots over par - 9 shots off the lead

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/16/12 at 7:38 am

CYCLING

Great Britain's men crash out of team pursuit qualifying in the opening event of the Track World Cup in Glasgow

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/16/12 at 7:39 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

David Beckham's representatives say there are "absolutely no plans" for the former England star to play in Australia's A-League

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/16/12 at 7:39 am

GOLF

World number one & defending champion Rory McIlroy misses cut at Hong Kong Open after four-putting final green in 2nd round

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/12 at 3:07 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Grand Final winners Leeds Rhinos host Hull FC in the first fixture of the 18th Super League season on 1 February

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/12 at 3:08 am

FORMULA 1

McLaren’s Lewis Hamilton wins the United States GP after overtaking title leader Sebastian Vettel, with Fernando Alonso third

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/20/12 at 10:31 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

Paris Saint-Germain are among a host of leading clubs preparing to make an offer to sign David Beckham

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/20/12 at 10:31 am

ATHLETICS

Sprint star Usain Bolt is considering switching to cricket or football after the 2016 Olympics, BBC Sport is told

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/20/12 at 10:32 am

RUGBY UNION

Wales recall captain Sam Warburton, Jonathan Davies, Rhys Priestland, Matthew Rees & Luke Charteris to face NZ

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/20/12 at 10:32 am

BOXING

Mikkel Kessler, the first fighter to defeat Carl Froch, says he would be "happy" for a re-match with the Nottingham man

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/21/12 at 1:36 pm

HORSE RACING

French racing authorities ban Frankie Dettori from riding in France 'on medical grounds' pending disciplinary inquiry

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/21/12 at 1:36 pm

ATHLETICS

UK Athletics appoints its first female head coach by naming Paula Dunn as the new Paralympics GB chief

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/21/12 at 1:37 pm

RUGBY UNION

Scotland give scrum-half Henry Pyrgos first Test start in one of five changes to side to face Tonga on Saturday

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/12 at 10:49 am

The blue and pink hockey pitch used for the London 2012 Olympic Games is to be moved to Sheffield.

The city's hockey club was chosen to be the new home for the artificial turf out of more than 40 applications.

It has been removed from the Riverbank Arena at Olympic Park and will be stored until spring, when it will be installed at Abbeydale Sports Club.

The 2013 School Games, held in September, will be the first major event to use the turf in its new home.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/12 at 6:03 am

GOLF

Justin Rose scores a club record 62 to move into contention at the DP World Tour Championship in Dubai

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/12 at 6:04 am

RUGBY UNION

Andy Robinson has decided to step down from the role as head coach of the Scotland national team with immediate effect

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/12 at 6:04 am

BOXING

Ricky Hatton retires from boxing after Vyacheslav Senchenko defeat

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/12 at 6:05 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton is on pole position for the Brazilian GP, with Sebastian Vettel fourth and Fernando Alonso eighth

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/12 at 9:33 am

BREAKING NEWS:

Former Chelsea and Manchester United manager Dave Sexton has died, aged 82

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/12 at 12:45 pm

FORMULA 1:

Germany's Sebastian Vettel wins 2012 Formula 1 drivers' championship at rain-hit Brazilian Grand Prix

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/12 at 12:47 pm

SWIMMING

Britain's Hannah Miley wins gold in the 400m individual medley at the European Short Course Championships in France.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/12 at 12:48 pm

GOLF

Rory McIlroy birdies last five holes to win DP World Tour Championship in Dubai

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/26/12 at 10:00 am

RUGBY UNION

Wales prop Aaron Jarvis ruled out of Saturday's Test match against Australia with knee injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/26/12 at 10:01 am

RUGBY UNION

Toby Flood will not face New Zealand on Saturday because of a toe injury. Owen Farrell likely to start at fly-half

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 11/26/12 at 3:27 pm

MLB Offseason news: Tampa Bay Rays 3B Evan Longoria has signed a 6-year contract extension, which runs through the year 2022!
(His original contract was through the 2016 season.)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: warped on 11/26/12 at 8:05 pm

U.S. federal mediators are now involved in the labour talks between the NHL and NHL Players' Association. A source says the first meeting is likely scheduled for Wednesday but all sides are keeping the location and other details private.

I still say lock Bettman & Donald Fehr in a room. No windows. All they have to eat are cans of beans. No toilet.

A deal will get done fast.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/28/12 at 5:27 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

UEFA is considering scrapping the Europa League in favour of doubling the number of teams in the Champions League

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FORMULA 1

Valtteri Bottas says he is ready to justify Williams's faith after replacing Bruno Senna on the team for next season

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/28/12 at 5:27 am

RUGBY UNION

Sale Sharks confirm former New Zealand coach John Mitchell has joined the club as part of their management set-up

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/28/12 at 7:33 am

GOLF

Golf's governing bodies propose restrictions on the use of broomhandle and belly putters that would ban anchored strokes

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/12 at 9:33 am

FORMULA 1

Ferrari considers the controversy over Sebastian Vettel’s driving in the Brazilian Grand Prix is 'closed'

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/12 at 9:34 am

CYCLING

Tanni Grey-Thompson appointed to three-person commission set by International Cycling Union to investigate Lance Armstrong affair

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/12 at 9:35 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

AS Monaco want to sign David Beckham, with talks expected to begin after Saturday's MLS Cup final

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Written By: nally on 11/30/12 at 5:11 pm

MLB: Korean-born pitcher Chan Ho Park, 39, has officially announced his retirement. He began his career in 1994, at age 21, with the L.A. Dodgers, becoming the first-ever MLB player from Korea. He spent the first eight years of his career with the Dodgers (1994-2001) before moving on to the Texas Rangers, San Diego Padres, and New York Mets (in that order) before returning to the Dodgers in 2008. He then spent 2009 with the Phillies; and in 2010, he signed with the Yankees and struggled with them before they cut him loose midway through the season, and then the Pirates picked him up from waivers and he finished the year with them. 2010 was his final MLB season, but he spent the next two years pitching professionally in the Nippon Professional Baseball organization (2011) and the Korea Baseball Organization (2012).

According to Wiki, he has the most wins among Asian-born MLB pitchers, with 124.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/12 at 6:35 am

BOXING

Former England cricket captain Andrew Flintoff climbed off the canvas to win a points decision over American Richard Dawson on his heavyweight boxing debut.

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Written By: warped on 12/01/12 at 10:39 am

Dec 1, 2012:

According to ESPN, the Kansas City Chiefs have confirmed that an unnamed player committed suicide at the team's facility on Saturday morning. The report indicates police believe the player shot and killed his girlfriend before driving to Arrowhead Stadium and taking his own life. More details to come from ESPN.

Here's what we know at this time. According to KCTV-5 News in Kansas City, a Chiefs player shot and killed his girlfriend at a house near 54th street and Chrysler Avenue on Saturday morning.

The player then drove to a practice facility near the team's main campus and took his own life. The team's Arrowhead practice facility was evacuated and is currently on police lockdown.

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Written By: nally on 12/01/12 at 11:49 am

Dec 1, 2012:

According to ESPN, the Kansas City Chiefs have confirmed that an unnamed player committed suicide at the team's facility on Saturday morning. The report indicates police believe the player shot and killed his girlfriend before driving to Arrowhead Stadium and taking his own life. More details to come from ESPN.

Here's what we know at this time. According to KCTV-5 News in Kansas City, a Chiefs player shot and killed his girlfriend at a house near 54th street and Chrysler Avenue on Saturday morning.

The player then drove to a practice facility near the team's main campus and took his own life. The team's Arrowhead practice facility was evacuated and is currently on police lockdown.

Oh no, this is really sad. :\'( :\'(

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Written By: warped on 12/01/12 at 12:22 pm

The Kansas City Chief member has now been identified as linebacker Jovan Belcher.

Very sad news

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Written By: Bobo on 12/06/12 at 10:58 am

At the age of 34, Kobe Bryant has become the youngest NBA player to pass the 30,000 points mark, reaching the mark against the team that drafted him almost 17 years ago. The LA Lakers beat the New Orleans Hornets by a score of 103 - 87, with Kobe providing 29 of the team's points.

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Written By: warped on 12/06/12 at 12:17 pm

At the age of 34, Kobe Bryant has become the youngest NBA player to pass the 30,000 points mark, reaching the mark against the team that drafted him almost 17 years ago. The LA Lakers beat the New Orleans Hornets by a score of 103 - 87, with Kobe providing 29 of the team's points.

He has a chance to become the all time leading scorer in the NBA (not points per game, but total points)
I can't stand this guy's ego, but I appreciate his talent. Sometimes I think he has been unfavorably compared to Michael Jordan all the time, but honestly by now, he has created his own legacy. He will go down as one of the greatest players in the NBA.

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Written By: nally on 12/07/12 at 11:36 am

He has a chance to become the all time leading scorer in the NBA (not points per game, but total points)
I can't stand this guy's ego, but I appreciate his talent. Sometimes I think he has been unfavorably compared to Michael Jordan all the time, but honestly by now, he has created his own legacy. He will go down as one of the greatest players in the NBA.

Yeah, some people think he's overrated and not "all that"... but yeah, he has a chance to be one of the game's greatest players. He plays for my team, the Lakers (I root for all of my local teams in pro sports).

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Written By: warped on 12/08/12 at 6:46 pm

Dallas Cowboy Jerry Brown dead:

On December 8, 2012, at 2:21 am, Brown was being driven in a car by Cowboys defensive tackle Josh Brent at high speed. The car hit an outside curb on Texas State Highway 114, causing the vehicle to flip at least once and then come to rest in the middle of a service road. Brown was unresponsive at the scene and later pronounced dead.

Dallas Cowboys nose tackle Josh Brent (the driver of the car) was charged with intoxication manslaughter.
Sad news.

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Written By: nally on 12/09/12 at 7:07 pm

MLB offseason news: My team, the L.A. Dodgers, has just signed a Korean-born pitcher by the name of Hyun-Jin Ryu to a 6-year contract. This guy's supposed to be pretty good. I hope he pitches well in 2013.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/10/12 at 2:00 am

Barcelona's Lionel Messi has set the record for most goals in a calendar year by scoring his 86th goal of 2012.

The 25-year-old Argentine overhauled Gerd Mueller's tally of 85 - set in 1972 - to create a new benchmark which includes goals for club and country.

Messi broke the record with two goals in a 2-1 win over Real Betis on Sunday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/14/12 at 5:57 am

CYCLING

Yorkshire to host the start of the 2014 Tour de France before race heads to London

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/16/12 at 3:41 am

HORSE RACING

Hereford Racecourse is holding its last meeting later after its owners decided earlier this year that the site was not viable.

Clerk of the course Keith Otteson said owners were bringing horses "from far and wide" for the final meeting.

Horse racing has been taking place in Hereford since 1771.

Owners Arena Leisure and Northern Racing said the current 17-year lease made it difficult to invest in the racecourse.

They leased the course from Herefordshire Council.

Mr Otteson said smaller racecourses, like Hereford, have also suffered a fall in income caused by the recession and a drop in the amount raised by the tax on betting shops.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/16/12 at 4:54 pm

The 2012 BBC Sports Personality of the Year winner, Bradley Wiggins.
Swimmer Josef Craig wins Young Sports Personality of the Year
Martine Wright handed Helen Rollason Award
Sue and Jim Houghton given Unsung Hero Award
Team GB and Paralympic GB win Team of the Year
Cycling supremo Dave Brailsford named Coach of the Year
Usain Bolt is Overseas Sports Personality of the Year

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/17/12 at 8:51 pm

HORSE RACING

Record-breaking hurdler Big Buck's and leading steeplechaser Al Ferof are likely to be out for the season

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/17/12 at 8:51 pm

FORMULA 1

Romain Grosjean will remain at Lotus as Kimi Raikkonen's team-mate in 2013, despite high-profile crashes this year

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/17/12 at 8:52 pm

GOLF

Rory McIlroy is confirmed world number one at the end of 2012 after topping both the European and United States money lists

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/18/12 at 6:56 am

FORMULA 1

Max Chilton has become Formula 1's fourth British driver after signing to drive for Marussia next season

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/18/12 at 6:57 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Lionel Messi signs new contract with Barcelona, keeping him at the club until 2018. Xavi and Carlos Puyol also sign new deals

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Written By: nally on 12/18/12 at 6:44 pm

Former MLB pitcher Frank Pastore, who pitched eight seasons (1979 through 1986) with the Cincinnati Reds and Minnesota Twins and later became a religious radio talk show host, has passed away. He was involved in an automobile accident on a California freeway last month, suffering serious injuries to his head and taken to USC Medical Center; and yesterday he died there at the age of 55. :\'(

http://www.kkla.com/frankpastore.aspx

I happen to have his 1987 Topps card, #576.

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Written By: warped on 12/18/12 at 6:49 pm

Former MLB pitcher Frank Pastore, who pitched eight seasons (1979 through 1986) with the Cincinnati Reds and Minnesota Twins and later became a religious radio talk show host, has passed away. He was involved in an automobile accident on a California freeway last month, suffering serious injuries to his head and taken to USC Medical Center; and yesterday he died there at the age of 55. :\'(

http://www.kkla.com/frankpastore.aspx

I happen to have his 1987 Topps card, #576.

I remember Frank.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/19/12 at 5:42 am

London is named the host city for the 2017 Paralympic Athletics World Championships, the Mayor of London announces

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/23/12 at 5:39 am

India batsman Sachin Tendulkar announces his retirement from the 50-over format of the game after a record-breaking career

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/23/12 at 10:39 pm

EQUESTRIAN

British Olympic champion Ben Maher is crowned the leading rider at the London International Horse Show at Olympia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/23/12 at 10:40 pm

CYCLING

The Sunday Times is suing Lance Armstrong for up to £1m after he was stripped off his seven Tour de France titles

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Written By: nally on 12/29/12 at 1:38 am

Pro baseball: Hideki Matsui, a Japanese-born pro baseball player who began his professional career in his native homeland and entered the Major Leagues in 2003 with the New York Yankees as an outfielder, has announced his retirement. In MLB, Matsui played 7 seasons for the Yankees (2003-09), ending his stint with the team with World Series MVP honors as a designated hitter, and then spent a season with the L.A. Angels (2010) as their primary DH, the Oakland Athletics (2011) as a DH, and then the Tampa Bay Rays (2012), primarily in their minor league system.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/31/12 at 1:08 am

TENNIS

British number three Anne Keothavong is knocked out of the Shenzhen Open by China's Peng Shuai

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/31/12 at 1:09 am

GOLF

Spanish golfer Miguel Angel Jimenez faces up to five months out of action after breaking his leg skiing in Spain

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Written By: nally on 01/02/13 at 10:39 am

NBA: The Clippers' win streak at 17 games is no more, as they were finally defeated yesterday to start off the new year.

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Written By: warped on 01/02/13 at 2:41 pm

And the London Knights (OHL Hockey, junior hockey) winning streak was stopped at 24.

They have Max Domi (Tie Domi's kid) on that team. Unlike his father, this kid is really talented.

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Written By: warped on 01/03/13 at 5:28 am

**yawns**. Woke up at 4am today to watch USA play Canada in the world Juniors in Hockey. USA upset previously undefeated Canada & won 5-1 (should have been 5-0). Gibson was amazing in goal for USA. Just like most of our country, Canada slept through the first 2 periods..lol.
USA dominant in this game and fully deserving of the victory.

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Written By: nally on 01/03/13 at 1:13 pm

Next week is the Hall Of Fame voting for this year; the ballot this time around contains some controversial names such as Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens. Mike Piazza is also on the ballot; he began his career with my team, the LAD, although he later went to NYM and spent a good part of his career with them.

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Written By: warped on 01/03/13 at 1:56 pm

Next week is the Hall Of Fame voting for this year; the ballot this time around contains some controversial names such as Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens. Mike Piazza is also on the ballot; he began his career with my team, the LAD, although he later went to NYM and spent a good part of his career with them.

If the hall let Gary Carter in, Piazza should get in someday. Interesting to see how many votes Bonds & Clemens get. Maybe precedence has been set already with the low vote total McGwire received, but Bonds & Clemens were better than McGwire. Let's see what happens.

Now Pete Rose has his own reality show.. I guess he needs the cash.

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Written By: nally on 01/03/13 at 2:12 pm

If the hall let Gary Carter in, Piazza should get in someday. Interesting to see how many votes Bonds & Clemens get. Maybe precedence has been set already with the low vote total McGwire received, but Bonds & Clemens were better than McGwire. Let's see what happens.

Agreed that Piazza should get in.

The reason that Bonds and Clemens are considered "controversial" by some is that they had been dogged by performance-enhancing drug use (the "steroid" era) and some argue that they shouldn't get in because of that. Yeah, we'll see how it all goes down next Wednesday.

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Written By: warped on 01/03/13 at 2:57 pm

Agreed that Piazza should get in.

The reason that Bonds and Clemens are considered "controversial" by some is that they had been dogged by performance-enhancing drug use (the "steroid" era) and some argue that they shouldn't get in because of that. Yeah, we'll see how it all goes down next Wednesday.

They did take steroids, everyone pretty much knows that. So did McGwire, Sosa, Palmeiro, Alex Rodriguez, Manny Ramirez and several others. They (Bonds & Clemens) will get some votes. I will be surprised if they get in on the 1st shot. I'm just interested to see the total of votes they get.

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Written By: nally on 01/04/13 at 4:06 pm

That's right, A-Rod did when he was a member of the Texas Rangers (2001-03). I wonder if he'll get in on his first ballot (which might be sometime in the 2020's, depending on when he retires).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/06/13 at 5:13 am

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray beats world number 48 Grigor Dimitrov in straight sets to retain his Brisbane International title.

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Written By: nally on 01/06/13 at 4:27 pm

MLB 2013: It has been announced that Spring Training will start on Saturday, February 23 (among those games, the Dodgers will take on the Whitesox)... and the regular season will start on Easter Sunday night, March 31, with the Rangers at Astros (with Houston playing their very first game as an AL team).

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Written By: warped on 01/06/13 at 4:34 pm

MLB 2013: It has been announced that Spring Training will start on Saturday, February 23 (among those games, the Dodgers will take on the Whitesox)... and the regular season will start on Easter Sunday night, March 31, with the Rangers at Astros (with Houston playing their very first game as an AL team).

It will take me a while to get used to Houston as an AL team, just like it took me awhile to get used to Milwaukee as an NL team.

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Written By: nally on 01/06/13 at 4:40 pm

It will take me a while to get used to Houston as an AL team, just like it took me awhile to get used to Milwaukee as an NL team.

Yeah, both were in their original leagues for such a long time that it was hard for most fans to make the adjustment.

I think the Brewers' best season as an AL team was probably 1982, when they played great ball and won their first pennant (only to lose the WS to STL in 7 games)... and I think Houston's best NL season might have been 1986 (when they battled an epic NLCS with the Mets) or 2005 (when they won their only pennant to date but were swept in the WS by the CHW).

But this way, the NL and AL will be balanced with 15 teams, and all six divisions will each have 5 teams. And in the AL West, the Rangers will have some company with the Astros, playing them more frequently, and won't feel secluded from ALL their division rivals, three of which (LAA, OAK, SEA) are all on the West Coast.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/13 at 12:18 am

SQUASH

Malaysia's Nicol David beats England's Laura Massaro to win World Series final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/13 at 10:02 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL

Barcelona and Argentina forward Lionel Messi is awarded the Ballon d’Or for a record fourth consecutive year

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/13 at 10:03 pm

TENNIS

Heather Watson, Laura Robson, Anne Keothavong and Johanna Konta named in GB's Fed Cup team for match in Israel in February

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/13 at 10:04 pm

EYROPEAN FOOTBALL

UEFA charges Lazio over alleged racist conduct of fans in game against Tottenham; Spurs charged with separate crowd disturbances

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/08/13 at 5:59 pm

GOLF

American Dustin Johnson wins season-opening Tournament of Champions by three shots from compatriot Steve Stricker

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/08/13 at 5:59 pm

RUGBY UNION

England and Leicester fly half Toby Flood is cleared by the RFU after being cited for a tip tackle and is free to play

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/08/13 at 6:00 pm

DARTS

Top seed Stephen Bunting beaten 4-2 by Darryl Fitton in BDO World Championship second round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/08/13 at 6:01 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL

Hungary and Bulgaria will play their next World Cup qualifiers behind closed doors after incidents of racist abuse.

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Written By: warped on 01/09/13 at 2:15 pm

MLB Baseball

The Baseball Writers' Association of America has not elected any new members to the Baseball Hall of Fame for the Class of 2013.
Tainted by implications of performance enhancing drug use, Clemens garnered votes on just 37.6 per cent of ballots, while Bonds only got 36.2 per cent of the vote.

Craig Biggio was the top vote-getter for the class of 2013, garnering votes on 68.2 per cent of ballots. Jack Morris came second with 67.7 per cent, while Jeff Bagwell earned votes on 59.6 per cent of ballots cast, while Mike Piazza garnered 57.8 per cent.

Clemens & Bonds did a little better (percentage wise) than McGwire the past few years, but at least the writers were remained consistent.

My 2 cents worth, Jack Morris should get in..

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Written By: nally on 01/09/13 at 2:20 pm

I heard about that a little while ago. I was kinda disappointed about it myself, and I agree that Jack Morris should get in (as well as Biggio and Bagwell, two great players who spent their entire careers with the Astros). Maybe next year.

This is only the eighth time that no one got in, and the first time in 17 years that this has happened.

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Written By: warped on 01/14/13 at 1:22 pm

MLB: Former major leaguer Enzo Hernandez has died in an apparent suicide. The 63-year-old played for the San Diego Padres between 1971-77 and finished his big league career with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 1978.

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Written By: nally on 01/17/13 at 6:56 pm

The rosters for the 2013 World Baseball Classic have been announced; some current major leaguers are on the U.S. roster, including:

R.A. Dickey (TOR)
Derek Holland (TEX)
Ryan Vogelsong (SF)
Ryan Braun (MIL)
Adam Jones (BAL)
David Wright (NYM)
Mark Teixeira (NYY)

...among several others.

A bigger list can be found in this article: http://espn.go.com/mlb/story/_/id/8853548/team-usa-reveals-preliminary-wbc-roster

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Written By: nally on 01/24/13 at 12:27 am

It has just been announced that the 2015 All-Star Game will be held at Great American Ballpark, home of the Cincinnati Reds.

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Written By: Bobo on 01/27/13 at 5:23 pm

Acer Nethercott, twice a winner of the Oxford v. Cambridge boat race, has passed away at the age of 35. Nethercott was the Oxford cox in the 2004 race, present during the controversial incident when the two teams clashed on the Fulham bend.

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Written By: nally on 01/29/13 at 10:11 pm

A-Roids is not done with PEDs yet... ::)

Article which confirms this

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Written By: nally on 01/29/13 at 10:15 pm

...and Cuban-born pitcher Jose Contreras, who spent 10 years in the majors, is going back home to Cuba, but says he hopes to play at the professional level again someday:

http://www.cnn.com/2013/01/28/world/americas/cuba-baseball-defector-returns/index.html?hpt=hp_bn2

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Written By: warped on 01/30/13 at 6:38 am

A-Roids is not done with PEDs yet... ::)

Article which confirms this

If we ever find out how many players took banned substances, we will be surprised at the high %. That's what I'm sticking too.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/13 at 2:48 am

CYCLING

Luxembourg cyclist Frank Schleck has been banned for a year after failing a drug test during the 2012 Tour de France

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/13 at 11:33 pm

IRONY in EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

... that if the Welsh team Swansea City win in the 2013 Football League Cup Final, they will represent England in the Europa League?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/01/13 at 6:17 am

FORMULA 1

Ferrari unveil their car for the 2013 season as the team bids to end a run of four years without a Formula 1 title

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/01/13 at 6:19 am

GOLF

Phil Mickelson shoots a first round 60 at 11 under par at the Phoenix Open to miss equalling the PGA Tour record by a single shot

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Written By: nally on 02/01/13 at 11:39 am

If we ever find out how many players took banned substances, we will be surprised at the high %. That's what I'm sticking too.

And there's been LOTS of discussion about it on the MLB Network lately.

In addition to a huge trade that took place last year, sending Justin Upton of the Arizona D'backs to the Atlanta Braves (which his brother BJ Upton is also a member of, after spending the past several years with the Tampa Ray Bays) for infielder Martin Prado (who has signed a 4-year deal with the D'backs) and a few other players.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/02/13 at 3:56 am

BOXING

Carl Froch will fight Mikkel Kesler on 25 May at London’s O2 Arena in a rematch of their 2010 fight

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/02/13 at 3:58 am

FORMULA 1

Ferrari unveil their car for the 2013 season as the team bids to end a run of four years without a Formula 1 title
http://64.19.142.10/news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/65640000/jpg/_65640937_130005_f138.jpg

It looks just the same!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/05/13 at 2:10 am

Former England midfielder Paul Gascoigne is admitted to a treatment centre in the US with "complex issues"

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Written By: nally on 02/05/13 at 3:28 pm

Brandon Webb, who has not pitched at the major league level since Opening Day 2009 with the Arizona Diamondbacks, has decided to call it a career. Two years ago he'd signed with the Texas Rangers, but never made it to their active roster, since he was injured so much. :-\\

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/05/13 at 5:39 pm

WINTER SPORTS

American Lindsey Vonn suffers serious crash and is airlifted off the slope at the World Cup women's super G in Austria

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/05/13 at 5:40 pm

CYCLING

Britain's Mark Cavendish claims his second stage win for the Omega Pharma-QuickStep team in Qatar

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/05/13 at 9:41 pm

TENNIS

Rafael Nadal returns to action with a win, partnering Juan Monaco to beat Frantisek Cermak and Lukas Dlouhy 6-3 6-2 in Chile Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/06/13 at 4:53 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton crashes his Mercedes on first day of testing with new team but escapes unhurt

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/07/13 at 9:45 pm

GOLF

Scotland's Russell Knox shares the lead after the first round of the Pebble Beach National Pro-Am in California

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/07/13 at 9:45 pm

CYCLING

SCA Promotions files lawsuit in Texas seeking $12m from Lance Armstrong over bonuses paid for Tour de France wins

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/07/13 at 9:47 pm

FORMULA 1

Ferrari's Felipe Massa sets the fastest time so far in pre-season testing on the third day of running at Jerez in Spain

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Written By: nally on 02/09/13 at 11:54 am

Well...with MLB players reporting to their spring training facilities next week, it may be time to start the MLB 2013 thread pretty soon.

Oh, and there's also the World Baseball Classic taking place during the first couple weeks of March. Many MLB players will be taking part in that, rather than playing Spring Training games like the rest of their teams.

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Written By: warped on 02/09/13 at 2:02 pm

Well...with MLB players reporting to their spring training facilities next week, it may be time to start the MLB 2013 thread pretty soon.

You can start one. Spring training is near.

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Written By: nally on 02/09/13 at 4:28 pm

You can start one. Spring training is near.

I was thinking I would.

It'll be here before ya know it! :) I believe pitchers and catchers are scheduled to report on Monday.

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Written By: warped on 02/10/13 at 2:10 pm

I was thinking I would.

It'll be here before ya know it! :) I believe pitchers and catchers are scheduled to report on Monday.

Some starting today.

http://ca.sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mlb-big-league-stew/spring-training-see-reporting-dates-30-teams-151949379--mlb.html

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Written By: nally on 02/10/13 at 5:38 pm

Some starting today.

http://ca.sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mlb-big-league-stew/spring-training-see-reporting-dates-30-teams-151949379--mlb.html

Yep, four of the teams...with their full workouts beginning as early as Friday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/12/13 at 7:16 am

OLYMPICS

Wrestling is dropped from the 2020 Olympic Games, the International Olympic Committee confirms

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/12/13 at 7:17 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Anti-doping officials meet with six top-flight Australian rugby league clubs over the use of banned performance-enhancing drugs

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/12/13 at 7:18 am

DISABILITY SPORT

Wheelchair tennis champion Esther Vergeer ends her undefeated 10-year career by announcing her retirement

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Written By: nally on 02/12/13 at 5:39 pm

OLYMPICS

Wrestling is dropped from the 2020 Olympic Games, the International Olympic Committee confirms

Sometime this year, the decision will be made as to where they will be held?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/12/13 at 6:26 pm

Sometime this year, the decision will be made as to where they will be held?
Rumoured to be South Africa...

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/14/13 at 1:36 am

South African Paralympic athlete Oscar Pistorius has been arrested over the fatal shooting of his girlfriend at his home in Pretoria, local media say.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/14/13 at 10:17 pm

EUROPA LEAGUE

Gareth Bale scores twice, including a stoppage-time winner, as Tottenham beat Lyon 2-1 at White Hart Lane

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/14/13 at 10:17 pm

South African Paralympic athlete Oscar Pistorius has been arrested over the fatal shooting of his girlfriend at his home in Pretoria, local media say.
Oscar Pistorius to appear in court on Friday on a murder charge after his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp was shot at his Pretoria home

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/15/13 at 6:20 am

CYCLING

Britain's Chris Froome goes into the final day of the Tour of Oman in first place after winning the fifth stage

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/19/13 at 3:35 am

TENNIS

British number two Laura Robson loses 6-4 2-6 7-6 to 101-ranked Yulia Putintseva in Dubai Tennis Championships

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/19/13 at 3:36 am

OLYMPICS

Australia's Olympic swimmers shared a "toxic" team culture featuring bullying and misuse of prescription drugs, report finds

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 02/19/13 at 4:43 pm

Speaking of Olympics, a year from now the '14 Winter Games will be going on in Sochi, Russia.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/13 at 2:37 am

GOLF

Ian Poulter and Justin Rose win through to the second round of the snow-hit WGC Match Play but Lee Westwood is an early loser in Arizona

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/13 at 2:38 am

OLYMPICS

Australia's Olympic swimmers shared a "toxic" team culture featuring bullying and misuse of prescription drugs, report finds
Australian men's 4x100m freestyle relay squad admit using sedative banned by the AOC in a "day of bonding" at the London Olympics

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/13 at 2:40 am

RUGBY UNION

Ireland appeal against the three-week suspension imposed on prop Cian Healy for a stamping offence

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/13 at 2:40 am

CYCLING

Great Britain win gold in the women's team pursuit at the World Track Cycling Championships in Minsk

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/13 at 2:41 am

TENNIS

GB's Heather Watson loses 6-1 6-2 to Stefanie Voegele from Switzerland in Memphis International Women's quarter final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/13 at 7:36 pm

CYCLING

Jason Kenny wins the world keirin title as fellow Briton Simon Yates takes points race gold in Belarus

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/13 at 7:36 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE

Leeds Rhinos fail to retain their World Club Challenge title as they are beaten 18-14 by Melbourne Storm at Headingley

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/13 at 7:49 pm

GOLF

Luke Donald is knocked out of the WGC Match Play in Arizona as he loses 7&6 to American Scott Piercy

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/13 at 8:08 pm

CYCLING

US government joins lawsuit filed against Lance Armstrong relating to claims the cyclist defrauded tax-payers

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/13 at 2:59 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

David Beckham says he is targeting a place in the Paris St-Germain starting XI after a 16-minute appearance as a substitute

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/13 at 3:00 am

GOLF

The PGA Tour confirms it will fight controversial rule changes that will see anchoring of long putters outlawed

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/13 at 3:58 am

A man believed to be the world's oldest marathon runner has run his last long distance competitive race in Hong Kong.

Fauja Singh, from Ilford, east London, who is 101 years old, finished the Hong Kong 10km (6.25 mile) event in one hour, 32 minutes and 28 seconds.

"I will remember this day. I will miss it," Mr Singh said minutes after crossing the finish line.

In 2000, he ran his first London marathon and went on to compete in a further eight marathons.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/13 at 8:10 pm

TENNIS

Roger Federer recovers to beat Tunisian wildcard Malek Jaziri 5-7 6-0 6-2 at the Dubai Championships

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/13 at 8:10 pm

FORMULA 1

McLaren technical director Paddy Lowe is to leave the team to join rivals Mercedes

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/26/13 at 3:42 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Steve McClaren parts company with Eredivisie club FC Twente, the former England manager confirms

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/26/13 at 5:23 am

SNOOKER

Ronnie O'Sullivan will make a major announcement about his future at a news conference at midday on Tuesday.

The 37-year-old reigning world champion has played only one competitive match this season, having taken a sabbatical from snooker in November 2012.

He has until 28 February to decide if he will defend his world title.

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Written By: nally on 03/01/13 at 11:04 am

World Baseball Classic coverage begins tonight (with the first match, Australia @ Chinese Taipei, to start in Taiwan at 12:30p local time on Saturday; due to the time difference, this is Friday at 11:30p on the East Coast)... all the info regarding it can be found right here: http://web.worldbaseballclassic.com/index.jsp

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Written By: warped on 03/01/13 at 12:51 pm

World Baseball Classic coverage begins tonight (with the first match, Australia @ Chinese Taipei, to start in Taiwan at 12:30p local time on Saturday; due to the time difference, this is Friday at 11:30p on the East Coast)... all the info regarding it can be found right here: http://web.worldbaseballclassic.com/index.jsp

Is Japan going to win again? Will USA take it this year?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/13 at 12:15 am

RUGBY UNION

Tom Croft called up to England Six Nations squad to face Italy but Owen Farrell will not be fit for game

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/13 at 12:54 pm

HORSE RACING

Former winner Imperial Commander to miss the Cheltenham Gold Cup because of a lung infection

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/13 at 12:57 pm

CHAMPIONS LEAGUE FOOTBALL

Wayne Rooney is dropped and Ryan Giggs starts for Man Utd v Real Madrid

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/13 at 12:58 pm

BASKETBALL

Manchester to host NBA pre-season game between Oklahoma City and Philadelphia on 8 October

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 03/05/13 at 2:49 pm

Is Japan going to win again? Will USA take it this year?

Who knows? So far Japan is doing pretty well.

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Written By: Henk on 03/06/13 at 5:25 am

Is Japan going to win again? Will USA take it this year?

Who knows? So far Japan is doing pretty well.

I'm rooting for The Netherlands! 8)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Henk on 03/06/13 at 5:26 am

In other news: Dutch cycling legend Michael Boogerd has (finally) admitted he also used drugs in his best years (1997 - 2007), though not on a regular basis.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/06/13 at 10:04 am

RUGBY UNION

Edinburgh head coach Michael Bradley leaves his position with immediate effect

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/06/13 at 10:04 am

SIX NATIONS

Italy captain Sergio Parisse is available for Sunday's match with England after a reduction in his suspension

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/06/13 at 10:04 am

GOLF

Rory McIlroy on walk-off: "I just saw red. I realised pretty quickly it was not the right thing to do. I regret what I did."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/06/13 at 10:05 am

ATHLETICS

GB javelin thrower Goldie Sayers reveals on Twitter she has just had a second operation on an elbow injury

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Written By: nally on 03/06/13 at 3:50 pm

GOLF

Rory McIlroy on walk-off: "I just saw red. I realised pretty quickly it was not the right thing to do. I regret what I did."

I wonder what he did.. :o ???

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/06/13 at 4:26 pm

GOLF

Rory McIlroy on walk-off: "I just saw red. I realised pretty quickly it was not the right thing to do. I regret what I did."

I wonder what he did.. :o ???
I did not make that clear.

World number one Rory McIlroy walked off the course after completing just eight holes of his second round at the Honda Classic in Florida.

The defending champion withdrew after hitting his second shot into the water on the 18th - his ninth - and slumping to seven over par for the day.

As he left, McIlroy told journalists he was not in a good frame of mind.

He later released a statement citing a painful wisdom tooth as the reason behind his withdrawal.

"I have been suffering with a sore wisdom tooth, which is due to come out in the near future," he said.

"It was very painful again this morning, and I was simply unable to concentrate. It was really bothering me and had begun to affect my playing partners.

"I came here with every intention of defending my Honda Classic title. Even though my results haven't revealed it, I really felt like I was turning a corner."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/07/13 at 8:05 am

TENNIS

Tennis to introduce an athlete biological passport programme as part of its anti-doping programme

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/07/13 at 8:06 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

London Broncos winger Kieran Dixon signs a contract extension keeping him at the club until the end of the 2014 season

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/07/13 at 8:06 am

ATHLETICS

GB Olympic distance runner Jo Pavey to miss this year's World Championships as she is expecting her second child

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/07/13 at 8:07 am

SIX NATIONS

France recall fly-half Frederic Michalak, centre Florian Fritz & wing Maxime Medard for match v Ireland

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Written By: Henk on 03/08/13 at 1:55 am

I'm rooting for The Netherlands! 8)

And we're well on our way, beating Cuba 6 - 2 in the second round. 8) Now "we" are only one win away from entering the final round (which would be a first, btw).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/08/13 at 7:24 am

SIX NATIONS

Mako Vunipola handed his first start as England make five changes for match against Italy. Toby Flood replaces Owen Farrell

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/08/13 at 7:26 am

ATHLETICS

Six medal-winning athletes are caught doping after samples from the 2005 World Championships were retested

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/08/13 at 7:27 am

And we're well on our way, beating Cuba 6 - 2 in the second round. 8) Now "we" are only one win away from entering the final round (which would be a first, btw).
Do England or the UK have a team in this competition?

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Written By: Henk on 03/08/13 at 9:59 am

Do England or the UK have a team in this competition?

Nope. I believe it's the Top-16 countries only.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/08/13 at 10:10 am

Nope. I believe it's the Top-16 countries only.
Of course, baseball is not one of our major sports. :-\\

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Written By: nally on 03/08/13 at 10:56 am

There is another European country represented in the WBC, namely Italy. They are in "Pool D", I believe. They defeated Team Mexico yesterday, 7-5, and will face Team Canada today, and Team USA tomorrow.

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Written By: warped on 03/08/13 at 12:32 pm

There is another European country represented in the WBC, namely Italy. They are in "Pool D", I believe. They defeated Team Mexico yesterday, 7-5, and will face Team Canada today, and Team USA tomorrow.

Are you watching any of the games?
I'm not. I might watch the final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/08/13 at 12:45 pm

CYCLING

Mark Cavendish extends his overall lead of the Tirreno Adriatico as Peter Sagan wins stage three

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Written By: nally on 03/08/13 at 7:21 pm

Are you watching any of the games?
I'm not. I might watch the final.

I have watched some of them, just not in their entirety. I happened to catch parts of the Canada-Italy game on MLB Network this afternoon. Italy was dominating in that one.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/09/13 at 6:48 am

TENNIS

Second seed Maria Sharapova powers her way into Indian Wells third round with a straight sets win over Italy's Francesca Schiavone

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/09/13 at 6:49 am

SUPER LEAGUE (Rugby)

Hull FC 52-0 Castleford
Leeds 8-32 Huddersfield
Warrington 10-22 St Helens
Widnes 22-22 Bradford
Wigan 38-0 Catalan Dragons

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Written By: nally on 03/09/13 at 12:50 pm

2013 WBC:

Team USA got beat by Team Mexico yesterday... but two Dodgers players (Adrian Gonzalez and Luis Cruz) provided some clutch hits, knocking in all 5 of Mexico's runs. A-Gon hit a 2-run home run (and knocked in another run), and Cruz drove in the other two runs.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/13 at 5:12 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

http://i.huffpost.com/gen/1030904/thumbs/o-HIBERNIAN-LEE-GRIFFITHS-570.jpg?7

Hibernian manager Fenlon stunned by referee error

Hibernian manager Pat Fenlon was left stunned after a blunder by referee Euan Norris cost his side victory in the Edinburgh derby .

Leigh Griffiths' free-kick hit the underside of the bar and crossed the Hearts goalline, but no goal was awarded.

"I've seen it a couple of times - it's that far over the line it's embarrassing," said Fenlon.

"When you see how far it is over the line then it's very disappointing."

And the Irishman called for referees to be publicly accountable for decisions they make.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/13 at 5:12 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

http://i.huffpost.com/gen/1030904/thumbs/o-HIBERNIAN-LEE-GRIFFITHS-570.jpg?7

Hibernian manager Fenlon stunned by referee error

Hibernian manager Pat Fenlon was left stunned after a blunder by referee Euan Norris cost his side victory in the Edinburgh derby .

Leigh Griffiths' free-kick hit the underside of the bar and crossed the Hearts goalline, but no goal was awarded.

"I've seen it a couple of times - it's that far over the line it's embarrassing," said Fenlon.

"When you see how far it is over the line then it's very disappointing."

And the Irishman called for referees to be publicly accountable for decisions they make.
No video footage as yet, whe up and running it will post it here.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/13 at 7:40 am

HORSE RACING

Racing at Plumpton and Taunton goes ahead after passing early inspections but Stratford is off because of waterlogging

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/13 at 8:00 am

GOLF

Tiger Woods wins WGC at Doral by two shots from Steve Stricker; Graeme McDowell finishes in third place

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/13 at 8:07 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray advances to third round at Indian Wells with 5-7 6-2 6-2 defeat of Russia's Evgeny Donskoy

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Written By: nally on 03/11/13 at 10:56 am

World Baseball Classic:

In Pool D, Teams USA and Italy will move on to Pool Two.
In Pool C, Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico advance.

In Pool One (winners from Pools A and B), Netherlands takes on Japan tomorrow at Tokyo Dome.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/13 at 7:25 am

HORSE RACING

Cheltenham course passes inspection on first day of festival but racing will start at later time of 14:05 GMT

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/13 at 7:26 am

TENNIS

Roger Federer beats Ivan Dodig 6-3 6-1 and Rafael Nadal is given a walkover as both players reach the fourth round at Indian Wells

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/13 at 10:25 am

HORSE RACING

Barry Geraghty rides 8-15 favourite Simonsig to victory in the Arkle Trophy at the Cheltenham Festival

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Written By: nally on 03/12/13 at 2:18 pm

World Baseball Classic: Japan defeated Netherlands in Round 2.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/13 at 9:13 am

HORSE RACING

Patrick Mullins, son of trainer Willie, wins the opening race of Ladies' Day at Cheltenham on favourite Back on Focus

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/13 at 9:15 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

Former England caretaker manager Peter Taylor appointed head coach of national U20 side for 2013 U20s World Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/13 at 9:15 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray reaches round four at Indian Wells with a 6-3 6-2 win over Yen-Hsun Lu of Chinese Taipei

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/13 at 11:35 am

HORSE RACING

Sprinter Sacre wins the Queen Mother Champion Chase by a stunning 19 lengths at the Cheltenham Festival

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 03/13/13 at 3:31 pm

World Baseball Classic:

Team USA defeated Team Puerto Rico last night, 7-1. So the Puerto Rican team will play Team Italy today, while Team USA takes on the Dominican Republic team tomorrow.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/13 at 5:37 am

RUGBY UNION

Owen Farrell back at fly-half for England v Wales in Six Nations decider on Saturday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/13 at 5:44 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray beats Carlos Berlocq 7-6 6-4 to reach quarter-finals in Indian Wells

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/13 at 5:49 am

HORSE RACING

Cheltenham goes ahead as planned on day three with no need for a morning course inspection

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/13 at 10:11 am

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL

Rio Ferdinand recalled to England squad for World Cup qualifiers

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/13 at 10:12 am

CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL

Cue Card (7-2) wins Ryanair Chase from 2-1 favourite First Lieutenant and For Non Stop (12-1)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/13 at 4:18 pm

HORSE RACING

Jockey JT McNamara airlifted to hospital after suffering injury in fall at Cheltenham Festival

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 03/14/13 at 5:48 pm

Well, it's all over for Team Italy in the WBC. Puerto Rico came back to beat 'em last night, capitalizing on some defensive errors by Italy late in the game.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/13 at 9:25 am

HORSE RACING

Bryan Cooper wins his second race of the day at Cheltenham, guiding Ted Veale to victory in the County Hurdle

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/13 at 9:26 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Europa League quarter-finals:

Chelsea v Rubin Kazan
Tottenham v FC Basel
Fenerbahce v Lazio
Benfica v Newcastle

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/13 at 9:26 am

HORSE RACING

Champion Jockey AP McCoy confirmed to ride Sir Des Champs in Cheltenham Gold Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/13 at 9:27 am

FORMULA 1

Sebastian Vettel is fastest in the second practice session for the season-opening Australian GP, as Lewis Hamilton crashes out

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/13 at 9:28 am

TENNIS

Rafael Nadal beat Roger Federer 6-4 6-2 in the quarter-finals of the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/13 at 10:42 am

HORSE RACING

11-4 favourite Bobs Worth, trained by Nicky Henderson and ridden by Barry Geraghty, wins the Cheltenham Gold Cup

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 03/15/13 at 10:56 am

The Dominican Republic team defeated Team USA in the World Baseball Classic yesterday, 3-1, to advance to the semifinals round. Team USA will play Team Puerto Rico in an elimination game to determine which country moves on to the semifinals round, with the losing team being eliminated. The other two teams in the semifinal round are Japan and Netherlands.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/13 at 12:59 pm

RUGBY UNION

Italy beat Ireland for the first time in the Six Nations, with a 22-15 win in Rome

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/13 at 1:01 pm

HORSE RACING

Big Occasion earns trainer David Pipe a hat-trick of wins in the Betfred Midlands National with victory at Uttoxeter.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/13 at 1:01 pm

HORSE RACING

Injured jockey JT McNamara undergoes 'lengthy surgery' at Frenchay hospital for a fractured spine after his fall at Cheltenham

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/13 at 1:01 pm

TENNIS

Andy Murray is beaten by Juan Martin del Potro in the quarter-final of the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: warped on 03/16/13 at 1:58 pm

Men's figure skating: Canadian Patrick Chan wins his third world figure skating championship.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 03/16/13 at 2:03 pm

And in the WBC, Puerto Rico has defeated Team USA; so now 4 teams are left. And they are: Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic, Japan, and Netherlands.

P.R. plays D.R. tonight. The winner of that game will play Netherlands on Monday night. The loser will play Japan tomorrow night.

And the final will be played on Tuesday night, between the teams that win on Sunday and Monday. All three games will be played at AT&T Park, the home stadium of the San Francisco Giants.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: warped on 03/16/13 at 2:10 pm

And in the WBC, Puerto Rico has defeated Team USA; so now 4 teams are left. And they are: Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic, Japan, and Netherlands.

P.R. plays D.R. tonight. The winner of that game will play Netherlands on Monday night. The loser will play Japan tomorrow night.

And the final will be played on Tuesday night, between the teams that win on Sunday and Monday. All three games will be played at AT&T Park, the home stadium of the San Francisco Giants.

Puerto Rico must be really celebrating after beating the USA. Big win for them. I've only seen parts of the Canada/USA game (which was very close until the 9th inning) and part of the Italy/Canada game (Which Italy won by a whole bunch.) I bet all 12 baseball fans in Italy were happy after that victory.

I didn't know Netherlands played much baseball.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/13 at 10:52 am

FORMULA 1

Lotus driver Kimi Raikkonen wins the Australian Grand Prix from Fernando Alonso and Sebastian Vettel in Melbourne

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/13 at 10:53 am

TENNIS

Juan Martin del Potro ends Novak Djokovic's 22-match winning run with 4-6 6-4 6-4 semi-final win in Indian Wells

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 03/17/13 at 1:50 pm

Puerto Rico must be really celebrating after beating the USA. Big win for them. I've only seen parts of the Canada/USA game (which was very close until the 9th inning) and part of the Italy/Canada game (Which Italy won by a whole bunch.) I bet all 12 baseball fans in Italy were happy after that victory.

I didn't know Netherlands played much baseball.

Well there are a few players from Curacao, in what used to be known as the Netherlands Antilles... such as Andruw Jones, Kenley Jansen, and others...
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cura%C3%A7ao#Sports_2

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: warped on 03/17/13 at 7:17 pm

Well there are a few players from Curacao, in what used to be known as the Netherlands Antilles... such as Andruw Jones, Kenley Jansen, and others...
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cura%C3%A7ao#Sports_2

Aha. This is what happens when I don't watch it or read about it. So they have some major leagers. Makes more sense now.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 03/17/13 at 10:32 pm

Aha. This is what happens when I don't watch it or read about it. So they have some major leagers. Makes more sense now.

yep. Glad I could be of help there. ;)

And they're still in it; they'll be playing the undefeated Dominican Republic team tomorrow night.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/13 at 8:06 am

TENNIS Rafael Nadal beats Juan Martin del Potro 4-6 6-3 6-4 to win title in Indian Wells – his first hard-court event in a year

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/13 at 8:07 am

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL

Aaron Lennon and Michael Dawson will miss England's World Cup qualifiers against San Marino and Montenegro because of injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 03/18/13 at 10:07 am

World Baseball Classic championship round: Puerto Rico has defeated Team Japan, 3-1, to advance to the final match. So, this time around, someone other than Japan will win it all.

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Written By: warped on 03/18/13 at 10:09 am

World Baseball Classic championship round: Puerto Rico has defeated Team Japan, 3-1, to advance to the final match. So, this time around, someone other than Japan will win it all.

Nice to see someone else win for a change.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/13 at 2:51 pm

World Baseball Classic championship round: Puerto Rico has defeated Team Japan, 3-1, to advance to the final match. So, this time around, someone other than Japan will win it all.
I want to watch it, but it is not on UK television!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/13 at 2:51 pm

HORSE RACING

Injured jockey JT McNamara undergoes 'lengthy surgery' at Frenchay hospital for a fractured spine after his fall at Cheltenham
Jockey JT McNamara, injured in a fall at Cheltenham, remains stable in an induced coma according to a family statement

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 03/18/13 at 3:06 pm

I want to watch it, but it is not on UK television!

Oh yes, baseball is not often televised over there. :-\\

Tonight: Netherlands vs. Dominican Republic. The winner of that game will face Puerto Rico tomorrow night for the championship title.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/13 at 3:15 pm

Oh yes, baseball is not often televised over there. :-\\

Tonight: Netherlands vs. Dominican Republic. The winner of that game will face Puerto Rico tomorrow night for the championship title.
Did the Philippines qualify for this tournament?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: warped on 03/18/13 at 3:17 pm

Oh yes, baseball is not often televised over there. :-\\

Tonight: Netherlands vs. Dominican Republic. The winner of that game will face Puerto Rico tomorrow night for the championship title.

I imagine the Dominican is favorite to win this game with Robinson Cano, Hanley Ramirez, Edwin Encarnacion, Jose Reyes and Carlos Santana in their lineup.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 03/18/13 at 3:17 pm

Did the Philippines qualify for this tournament?

I don't think so. Not this time around.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/13 at 3:53 pm

I don't think so. Not this time around.
Apart for cock-fighting and horse racing, baseball is popular in the Philippines. May be I should try and see a game out next time I am there.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: warped on 03/18/13 at 3:58 pm

Apart for cock-fighting and horse racing, baseball is popular in the Philippines. May be I should try and see a game out next time I am there.

With famous athletes like Manny Pacquiáo I thought boxing might be popular in the Philippines.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/13 at 4:05 pm

With famous athletes like Manny Pacquiáo I thought boxing might be popular in the Philippines.
I know I missed out on someone.

Please note, The Philippines tend to like the gambling side of sport more than the participation.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 03/18/13 at 11:28 pm

Okay, the game between Netherlands and Dominican Republic is over. D.R. is still undefeated in the 2013 WBC.

This means that the Puerto Ricans and the Dominicans will battle it out tomorrow night for the championship. IOW, a rematch of Saturday night.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Henk on 03/19/13 at 2:55 am

I didn't know Netherlands played much baseball.

Shame on you! We are the reigning World Champions!

Okay, the game between Netherlands and Dominican Republic is over. D.R. is still undefeated in the 2013 WBC.

This means that the Puerto Ricans and the Dominicans will battle it out tomorrow night for the championship. IOW, a rematch of Saturday night.

Yes, we're out. :( Better luck next time, although we've done very well this WBC.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: warped on 03/19/13 at 7:11 am

Okay, the game between Netherlands and Dominican Republic is over. D.R. is still undefeated in the 2013 WBC.

This means that the Puerto Ricans and the Dominicans will battle it out tomorrow night for the championship. IOW, a rematch of Saturday night.

And that game is tonight, I think. D.R. beat P.R. 2-0 last Saturday (as you mentioned they played) Imagine if the final were played in Puerto Rico or Dominican Republic, what a party it would be.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/13 at 11:23 am

RUGBY UNION

Wales winger George North in talks over possible move from Scarlets to Northampton

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/13 at 11:23 am

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL

West Brom midfielder James Morrison is ruled out of Scotland's World Cup qualifying matches against Wales and Serbia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/13 at 11:24 am

TENNIS

Juan Martin Del Potro confirms he will join Andy Murray and Tomas Berdych in playing the Aegon Championships at Queen's

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/13 at 11:24 am

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL

Chelsea defender Gary Cahill has been ruled out of England’s World Cup qualifier with San Marino on Friday

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/13 at 11:25 am

England's most capped footballer Peter Shilton has been banned from driving for 20 months after pleading guilty to a drink-driving offence.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Howard on 03/19/13 at 1:32 pm

Ryback will face Mark Henry at Wrestlemania 29.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 03/19/13 at 2:59 pm

And that game is tonight, I think. D.R. beat P.R. 2-0 last Saturday (as you mentioned they played) Imagine if the final were played in Puerto Rico or Dominican Republic, what a party it would be.

Well it has been played all over the world... maybe one of the venues in the next WBC could be in those areas. That'll be in 2017, I think?

Yes, we're out. :( Better luck next time, although we've done very well this WBC.

Yes, you guys certainly have.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 03/19/13 at 10:47 pm

So... the Dominican Republic team has made it through the entire World Baseball Classic without losing a game. Congratulations to D.R.!!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/21/13 at 8:01 am

TENNIS

British number one Heather Watson says she will no longer take a break from tennis, having claimed she was "burnt out"

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/21/13 at 8:01 am

ASSOCIATION FOOTBALL

Former BBC Director General Greg Dyke to be the new Independent FA Chairman

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/22/13 at 4:54 am

West Ham will be the LondonOlympic Stadium tenants after the government increases its funding by £25m to about £60m.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: ninny on 03/24/13 at 6:00 am

Costa Rica plans to file an official protest with FIFA about Friday's 1-0 loss to the United States in a Rocky Mountain snowstorm, according to a Reuters report.

A Costa Rica soccer federation official told domestic media that the protest would be made Saturday, Reuters reported. Costa Rica has 24 hours to file a written protest with FIFA.

I'm not a big soccer fan but can you protest the weather?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: warped on 03/24/13 at 2:01 pm

Costa Rica plans to file an official protest with FIFA about Friday's 1-0 loss to the United States in a Rocky Mountain snowstorm, according to a Reuters report.

A Costa Rica soccer federation official told domestic media that the protest would be made Saturday, Reuters reported. Costa Rica has 24 hours to file a written protest with FIFA.

I'm not a big soccer fan but can you protest the weather?

I read players from both sides pleaded with the ref to let the match continue. So they (Costa Rica) continued to play & they lossed, so they want to protest. Sour grapes to me.

I can't remember FIFA overturning a match, but maybe the European members on here might provide a better answer than I can.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/13 at 10:57 am

SNOOKER

Judd Trump and John Higgins are beaten in the first round of the China Open, the final ranking event before the World Championship

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/13 at 10:58 am

RUGBY UNION

London Welsh lose their appeal against a five-point deduction for fielding an ineligible player Tyson Keats

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/13 at 10:34 am

TENNIS

Colin Fleming and Jonny Marray keep Britain's Davis Cup hopes alive with doubles victory to leave Russia leading 2-1

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/13 at 10:35 am

CYCLING

Briton Joanna Rowsell knocked off her bike by car but says she has "no serious injuries" and suffered "just cuts and bruises"

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/13 at 10:36 am

TRIATHLON

Great Britain's Matt Sharp finishes fifth in World Triathlon series opener in Auckland, New Zealand

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/13 at 10:36 am

HORSE RACING

Outsider Auroras Encore (66-1) wins the Grand National at Aintree. Cappa Bleu second and Teaforthree third

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/13 at 11:21 am

HORSE RACING

Outsider Auroras Encore (66-1) wins the Grand National at Aintree. Cappa Bleu second and Teaforthree third
Jockey Ryan Mania a few years ago gave up horse racing, but was forced back by the trainer Sue Smith, who is the wife of ex-show-jumper Harvey Smith.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/13 at 7:33 am

TENNIS

Heather Watson is ruled out of Great Britain's Fed Cup tie in Argentina next week as she recovers from glandular fever

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/13 at 7:36 am

SNOOKER

Six-time runner-up Jimmy White beats China's Tian Pengfei 10-7 in the second of four qualifying rounds for the World Championship

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 04/13/13 at 3:57 pm

NBA: Kobe Bryant seems to have suffered a torn achilles tendon, which might end his season, and depending on the looks of things, might affect the Lakers' path to the playoffs (although they currently are in the 8th seed or something like that).

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: warped on 04/13/13 at 4:05 pm

NBA: Kobe Bryant seems to have suffered a torn achilles tendon, which might end his season, and depending on the looks of things, might affect the Lakers' path to the playoffs (although they currently are in the 8th seed or something like that).

Now David Stern has to figure out another way of getting the Lakers into the playoffs.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/13 at 7:06 am

MASTERS GOLF

Angel Cabrera and Brandt Snedeker lead on seven under after the third round, with Adam Scott one behind

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/13 at 7:06 am

FORMULA 1

Ferrari’s Fernando Alonso wins the Chinese Grand Prix at Shanghai, with Kimi Raikkonen second

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/13 at 7:06 am

FORMULA 1

Red Bull's Mark Webber is hit with a grid penalty for next week's Bahrain GP after causing a collision during the Chinese GP

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/13 at 7:07 am

SWIMMING

Britain's Dan Fogg wins gold in fourth leg of the Fina 10km Marathon World Cup in Mexico

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/13 at 7:07 am

TENNIS

Jamie Murray & John Peers beat Bob & Mike Bryan to win US Men's Clay Court Championship doubles final in Houston

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: warped on 04/29/13 at 4:05 pm

NFL:

NY Jets cut Tim Tebow.

But yet they are keeping Sanchez.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 04/29/13 at 4:08 pm

NBA: My team, the L.A. Lakers, have been swept out of the first round of the playoffs. However, the other L.A. team, Clippers, are still in it.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/30/13 at 9:26 am

CYCLING

Doctor Eufemiano Fuentes sentenced to a year in prison over his role in supplying blood transfusions to cyclists

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/30/13 at 9:27 am

WORLD SNOOKER

Shaun Murphy leads Judd Trump 6-2 and Barry Hawkins leads Ding Junhui 5-3 after first session of their quarter-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/30/13 at 9:27 am

HORSE RACING

BHA inquiry finds Mahmood Al Zarooni “sought unfair advantage by underhand administration of illegal medication” to horses

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/01/13 at 7:09 am

BOXING

Olympic gold medallist Audley Harrison announces his retirement from professional boxing

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/01/13 at 7:10 am

SNOOKER

Ronnie O'Sullivan leads Stuart Bingham 12-4 at the end of their second World Championship quarter-final session.

Barry Hawkins beats Ding Junhui 13-7 to reach the semi-finals of the World Championship at the Crucible

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/02/13 at 5:34 am

RUGBY UNION WORLD CUP 2015

London's Olympic Stadium will host five games at the 2015 Rugby World Cup which is being held across 13 venues.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/02/13 at 5:35 am

GOLF

Twelve-year-old Ye Wocheng becomes the youngest player to compete in a European Tour event, shooting 79 at the China Open

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/02/13 at 5:35 am

CYCLING

Two-time Giro d'Italia winner Ivan Basso - one of Bradley Wiggins's main rivals - withdraws from the race through injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 05/04/13 at 4:01 pm

NBA: My team, the L.A. Lakers, have been swept out of the first round of the playoffs. However, the other L.A. team, Clippers, are still in it.

Not anymore; their goose was cooked by the Memphis Grizzlies last night.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/13 at 5:25 am

GOLF

Colin Montgomerie and Fred Couples inducted into World Golf Hall of Fame

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/08/13 at 3:22 am

BREAKING NEWS

Sir Alex Ferguson will retire at the end of the season, Manchester United confirm.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/08/13 at 3:34 am

BREAKING NEWS

Sir Alex Ferguson will retire at the end of the season, Manchester United confirm.
A simple incredible list of trophy wins under Sir Alex Ferguson.

Premier League: 1993, 1994, 1996, 1997, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2003, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2011, 2013

FA Cup: 1990, 1994, 1996, 1999, 2004

League Cup: 1992, 2006, 2009, 2010

UEFA Champions League: 1999, 2008

FIFA Club World Cup: 2008; Uefa Super Cup: 1992

UEFA Cup Winners Cup: 1991

Inter-Continental Cup: 1999

FA Charity/Community Shield: 1990 (shared), 1993, 1994, 1996, 1997, 2003, 2007, 2008, 2010, 2011

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/08/13 at 5:37 am

TENNIS

British number one Laura Robson has parted company with her coach Zeljko Krajan

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: warped on 05/08/13 at 5:51 am

BREAKING NEWS

Sir Alex Ferguson will retire at the end of the season, Manchester United confirm.

I read that this morning. Must be HUGE News over in Britain.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/08/13 at 6:05 am

I read that this morning. Must be HUGE News over in Britain.
The news at one point had more coverage than the "Queen's Speech" at the state opening of Parliament.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/13 at 7:19 am

BREAKING NEWS

Sir Alex Ferguson will retire at the end of the season, Manchester United confirm.
Talks are still ongoing between Man Utd and Everton over release of David Moyes; Possible announcement on Thursday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/13 at 7:21 am

HORSE RACING

Godolphin trainer Saeed bin Suroor cannot take over stables formerly run by Mahmood al Zarooni until horse doping tests are back

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/13 at 8:54 am

Talks are still ongoing between Man Utd and Everton over release of David Moyes; Possible announcement on Thursday
Man Utd appear to "welcome" David Moyes' appointment as Sir Alex Ferguson's successor on their Facebook page

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/13 at 8:09 am

FORMULA 1

Nico Rosberg is on pole position for the Spanish Grand Prix, with team-mate Lewis Hamilton in second place

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/13 at 2:42 am

GOLF

Tiger Woods wins Players Championship at Sawgrass after joint leader Sergio Garcia drops six shots on last two holes

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/13 at 2:45 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Paris St-Germain clinch their first French league title since 1994 with a 1-0 victory at Lyon.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/13 at 2:49 am

TENNIS

Rafa Nadal beats Stanislas Wawrinka 6-2 6-4 to win Madrid Open

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/13 at 11:45 am

RUGBY UNION

Australia’s Kurtley Beale a doubt to face Lions after taking "indefinite leave to seek assistance in resolving personal issues"

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/13 at 11:45 am

TENNIS

Laura Robson beats Venus Williams 6-3 6-2 to reach second round of Rome Masters

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/13 at 11:45 am

TENNIS

Laura Robson beats Venus Williams 6-3 6-2 to reach second round of Rome Masters
Wow!!!

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Written By: nally on 05/13/13 at 3:02 pm

TENNIS

Laura Robson beats Venus Williams 6-3 6-2 to reach second round of Rome Masters

Wow!!!

My thoughts exactly.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: ninny on 05/15/13 at 10:48 am

Former NFL running back Chuck Muncie dies of a heart attack at age 60 :\'(

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/16/13 at 4:23 am

TENNIS

Laura Robson beats Venus Williams 6-3 6-2 to reach second round of Rome Masters

My thoughts exactly.
Laura Robson lose in the next round Serena Williams (sister to Venus), better luck next time.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/16/13 at 4:23 am

FORMULA 1

Honda confirms return to Formula 1 in 2015 as engine supplier to McLaren, after quitting the sport in 2008

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/16/13 at 4:24 am

WORLD CRICKET

Three Indian cricketers questioned by police over allegations of spot-fixing in the Indian Premier League tournament

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/16/13 at 4:28 am

RUGBY UNION

Brian O'Driscoll ends speculation about his retirement by signing a one-year contract with Leinster and Ireland

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 05/16/13 at 10:04 am

Laura Robson lose in the next round Serena Williams (sister to Venus), better luck next time.

So she defeats one Williams sister and loses to the other.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/17/13 at 7:05 am

So she defeats one Williams sister and loses to the other.
Thus giving go practice and experince for the tennis season this year.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/17/13 at 7:05 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Injured Wigan midfielder Callum McManaman ruled out of England Under-21s squad for European Championship

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/17/13 at 7:06 am

CYCLING

Tour de France and Olympic champion Sir Bradley Wiggins withdraws from the Giro d'Italia because of illness

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: ninny on 05/18/13 at 6:14 am

Golf: Former U.S Open Champion and broadcaster Ken Venturi passes away at age 82 :\'(

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/18/13 at 8:38 am

Golf: Former U.S Open Champion and broadcaster Ken Venturi passes away at age 82 :\'(
So sad, one of the voices of golf has gone.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/18/13 at 8:38 am

RUGBY UNION

Ireland's most decorated player, fly-half Ronan O'Gara, announces his retirement

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/18/13 at 8:39 am

GOLF

Graeme McDowell beats Bo Van Pelt to reach the quarter-finals of the World Match Play in Bulgaria

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/18/13 at 8:47 am

MOTOGP

Marc Marquez qualifies on pole at Le Mans with Jorge Lorenzo second, Cal Crutchlow fourth and Bradley Smith ninth

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/18/13 at 8:55 am

ATHLETICS

Olympic champion Greg Rutherford finishes third in the long jump in the Diamond League meeting in Shanghai

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Written By: warped on 05/19/13 at 1:53 pm

Alexis Normand, Saskatoon singer, botches US anthem last night at a Memorial Cup game (Junior Hockey)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=4XW9IcijGqA#!

oops.

First error at 29 seconds, then goes downhill after that. She did alright at the end though.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/20/13 at 4:59 am

GOLF

Northern Ireland's Graeme McDowell beats Thailand's Thongchai Jaidee 2&1 to win the World Match Play Championship in Bulgaria.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/13 at 9:26 am

GOLF

Anchoring of belly putters to be banned from competition from January 2016

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/13 at 9:26 am

GOLF

Europe captain Paul McGinley announces he will have three wildcard picks for next year's Ryder Cup at Gleneagles

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/13 at 9:27 am

TENNIS

British number two James Ward is handed a wildcard for the Aegon Championships at Queen's Club next month

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/13 at 3:14 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray withdraws from French Open on medical advice because of injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/13 at 3:15 am

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL

England striker Andy Carroll pulls out of squad to face Republic of Ireland and Brazil because of injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/13 at 3:18 am

BOXING

Olympic gold medallist Audley Harrison reverses his decision to retire from boxing

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/13 at 3:19 am

WORLD CRICKET

Indian fast bowler S Sreesanth, arrested over allegations of spot-fixing in the Indian Premier League, insists he is innocent.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/13 at 8:17 am

UK WRESTLING

Mick McManus, one of the top stars of wrestling in the 1960s and 1970s, has died aged 93.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/23/13 at 5:24 am

GOLF

Sergio Garcia's major sponsor condemns the Spaniard's jibe about Tiger Woods and fried chicken and will review its position.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/23/13 at 5:24 am

FORMULA 1

Mercedes’ Nico Rosberg is fastest in the first practice at the Monaco Grand Prix; Britain’s Lewis Hamilton fifth

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/23/13 at 5:25 am

HORSE RACING

Epsom Derby third-favourite Telescope, part-owned by Sir Alex Ferguson, will not run in the race on 1 June

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/23/13 at 3:25 pm

WOMEN'S FOOTBALL

Wolfsburg beat holders Lyon 1-0 at Stamford Bridge to win Women’s Champions League

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/24/13 at 3:53 am

CYCLING

Stage 19 of the Giro d'Italia on Friday is cancelled because of heavy snow

http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/67786000/jpg/_67786653_passo.jpg

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/24/13 at 8:06 am

GOLF

Defending champion Luke Donald set to miss the cut at the PGA Championship - he finishes his second round on six over

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/13 at 3:39 am

MOTORCYCLING

Japanese rider Yoshinari Matsusheesha dies in an accident during qualifying for the Isle of Man TT

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/13 at 3:39 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Rafael Benitez is appointed manager of Italian Serie A club Napoli

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/13 at 12:03 pm

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL

Ashley Cole will captain England against the Republic of Ireland on Wednesday in recognition of his 100th cap

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/13 at 12:03 pm

TENNIS

Novak Djokovic's first-round match against David Goffin begins after rain delays at the French Open

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/13 at 12:04 pm

TENNIS

Heather Watson's French Open first-round match against Stephanie Voegele is abandoned for the day because of rain

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/13 at 6:55 am

HORSE RACING

Ex-Godolphin trainer Mahmood Al Zarooni drops his appeal against the length of an eight-year ban for doping horses

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/13 at 6:56 am

TENNIS

Heather Watson loses 6-4 2-6 6-4 to Switzerland's Stefanie Voegele in the first round of the French Open in Paris

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/13 at 12:44 pm

OLYMPICS

Squash, baseball/softball and wrestling are shortlisted by the IOC for potential inclusion at the 2020 Olympics

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/13 at 1:09 pm

TENNIS

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"Come on!" shouts Serena Williams as she completes a simple 6-1 6-2 victory over Caroline Garcia in a little over an hour. The top seed then does a dainty twirl for the crowd.

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Written By: Henk on 05/29/13 at 4:20 pm

SOCCER - International Friendly

Ecuador 2 - 4 Germany (in Miami)

The first goal, after just 9 seconds of play, is possibly the fastest goal in any international match.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sixhcNth3_s

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Written By: nally on 05/29/13 at 5:12 pm

I saw a report in the newspaper this morning regarding plans for Super Bowl L (50), which will be played in 2016... in the Bay Area, but not at Candlestick Park. Rather, at a new "high tech" stadium that is currently under construction in Santa Clara, CA, just south of San Francisco. The place will be christened as Levi's Stadium, named for Levi Strauss & Co., and is scheduled to open its doors next summer.

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000207367/article/super-bowl-l-will-be-in-smartest-stadium-in-nfl

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/30/13 at 2:07 am

RUGBY UNION

Paul O'Connell will captain the British and Irish Lions in their tour opener against the Barbarians in Hong Kong

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/30/13 at 2:10 am

SOCCER - International Friendly

Ecuador 2 - 4 Germany (in Miami)

The first goal, after just 9 seconds of play, is possibly the fastest goal in any international match.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sixhcNth3_s
Back in 2003 San Marino's Davide Gualtieri stunned England by scoring after just 8.3 secs in a World Cup Qualifier in Bologna, Italy on 12 Nov 1993. England went on to win 7-1.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iQHEpivi8aE

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/30/13 at 2:50 am

WORLD FOOTIE

Gary Lineker described England's tactics against Republic of Ireland as "a step back to the dark ages" as Roy Hodgson's side were held to a 1-1 draw.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/30/13 at 2:50 am

WORLD FOOTIE

England striker Daniel Sturridge ruled out of game against Brazil after sustaining injury against Republic of Ireland

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/30/13 at 4:42 am

HORSE RACING

Field of 12 declared for the Derby at Epsom on Saturday - including Dante Stakes winner Liberterian

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Written By: Henk on 05/30/13 at 5:42 am

SOCCER - International Friendly

Ecuador 2 - 4 Germany (in Miami)

The first goal, after just 9 seconds of play, is possibly the fastest goal in any international match.

Back in 2003 San Marino's Davide Gualtieri stunned England by scoring after just 8.3 secs in a World Cup Qualifier in Bologna, Italy on 12 Nov 1993. England went on to win 7-1.

Oh well... I was just quoting the commentator, so we both got it wrong.

It still is the fastest GERMAN goal in an international match, though! ;)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/30/13 at 6:00 am

Oh well... I was just quoting the commentator, so we both got it wrong.

It still is the fastest GERMAN goal in an international match, though! ;)
Fastest goal ever... ?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lXfAwVVM5rE

But there seems to be a debate whether the goal is valid or not.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/30/13 at 6:01 am

Fastest goal ever... ?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lXfAwVVM5rE

But there seems to be a debate whether the goal is valid or not.
There again what are the teams playing here?

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Written By: Henk on 05/30/13 at 8:29 am

Fastest goal ever... ?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lXfAwVVM5rE

But there seems to be a debate whether the goal is valid or not.

Not valid, IMHO.

As far as I know, all players of one team must on their own side of the field when the game commences. So the referee should not have approved of the one player on the wrong side of the line in the first place. (I know it's becoming common practice these days, but it's still against the rules!)

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Written By: warped on 05/30/13 at 8:47 am

Fastest goal ever... ?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lXfAwVVM5rE

But there seems to be a debate whether the goal is valid or not.

Wow. That was fast.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/30/13 at 10:20 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Former manager Walter Smith appointed non-executive chairman of Rangers

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/30/13 at 2:18 pm

HORSE RACING

Jockey Frankie Dettori cleared to resume racing following six-month drugs ban

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/31/13 at 2:33 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

England's friendly v Brazil to go ahead after a judge revokes a suspension over safety concerns, the Rio government says

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/31/13 at 2:34 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

England's friendly v Brazil to go ahead after a judge revokes a suspension over safety concerns, the Rio government says
Statement on the Rio state government confirms the stadium complies with "all safety rules"

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/31/13 at 2:34 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Paris St-Germain sporting director Leonardo banned for nine months for pushing a referee

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/31/13 at 3:12 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

99% of FIFA congress vote in favour to back FIFA's racism and discrimination proposals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/31/13 at 9:55 am

MOTOGP

Spanish rider Marc Marquez taken to medical centre after crashing during second MotoGP practice session at Mugello

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/31/13 at 10:48 am

CYCLING

Defending champion Sir Bradley Wiggins ruled out of this year's Tour de France because of injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/13 at 3:30 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL LATEST SCORES:

USA 4 - 3 Germany
Brazil 1 - 1 England

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/13 at 2:31 am

WORLD FOOTBALL LATEST SCORES:

Brazil 1 - 1 England
Goals from Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Wayne Rooney see England draw 2-2 with Brazil in Rio

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/13 at 2:31 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

Robbie Keane joins Shay Given as Ireland's joint most-capped player with 125th cap in 4-0 win over Georgia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/13 at 2:34 am

RUGBY UNION

Ireland centre Brian O’Driscoll will captain the British & Irish Lions in Wednesday’s match against Western Force in Perth

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/13 at 2:34 am

GOLF

American Matt Kuchar wins the Memorial Tournament in Ohio by two shots as Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy struggle

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/13 at 2:41 am

WORLD FOOTBALL LATEST SCORES:

USA 4 - 3 Germany
The United States beat Germany 4-3 in a friendly in Washington DC, with Spurs forward Clint Dempsey scoring twice.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/13 at 1:03 pm

CYCLING

British rider Chris Froome drops to seventh but stays in touch with Criterium du Dauphine leaders after stage two

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/13 at 1:03 pm

CYCLING

UCI provisionally suspends Italian rider Mauro Santambrogio after EPO found in urine sample at Giro d'Italia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/13 at 1:04 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Barcelona sign Brazil international forward Neymar from Santos

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/13 at 1:04 pm

RUGBY UNION

Leicester director of rugby Richard Cockerill charged by RFU with conduct prejudicial to interests of the game

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/13 at 1:17 pm

TENNIS

Novak Djokovic fights back to defeat Philipp Kohlschreiber 4-6 6-3 6-4 6-4 and reach the French Open quarter-finals.

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Written By: ninny on 06/04/13 at 5:21 am

R.I.P to Deacon Jones
David "Deacon" Jones, the original sackmaster, has died.

The Hall of Fame defensive end credited with terming the word sack for how he knocked down quarterbacks, was 74. The Washington Redskins said that Jones died of natural causes at his home in Southern California on Monday night.

"Deacon Jones was one of the greatest players in NFL history. Off the field, he was a true giant," said Redskins general manager Bruce Allen, whose father, George, coached Jones with the Los Angeles Rams. "His passion and spirit will continue to inspire those who knew him. He was a cherished member of the Allen family and I will always consider him my big brother."

Because sacks didn't become an official statistic until 1982, Jones' total is uncertain. His impact as a premier pass rusher and team leader is not.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/13 at 4:12 am

TENNIS

Laura Robson to start work with Andy Murray's ex-coach Miles Maclagan on Wednesday with view to making arrangement permanent

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/13 at 4:12 am

TENNIS

Jo-Wilfried Tsonga beats Roger Federer 7-5 6-3 6-3 to reach French Open semi-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/13 at 4:13 am

RUGBY

Australia flanker Scott Higginbotham will miss the British & Irish Lions Test series as he requires shoulder surgery

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/13 at 8:31 am

ATHLETICS

Olympic heptathlon champion Jessica Ennis-Hill pulls out of her season opener in Edinburgh with an Achilles injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/13 at 8:31 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Bradford's Elliott Whitheead hands in transfer request after telling coach Francis Cummins he wants to play for a bigger club

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/13 at 8:32 am

RUGBY UNION

Sam Warburton to captain British & Irish Lions on his debut against Queensland Reds on Saturday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/13 at 1:19 pm

TENNIS

Serena Williams beats Sara Errani 6-0 6-1 to set up French Open final against Maria Sharapova

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Written By: nally on 06/07/13 at 12:25 pm

NBA Finals: San Antonio Spurs take Game One, 92-88 over the Miami Heat.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/07/13 at 3:52 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL

Scotland beat Croatia 1-0 in their World Cup qualifier in Zagreb

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/07/13 at 3:52 pm

TENNIS

David Ferrer beats Jo-Wilfried Tsonga 6-1 7-6 (7-3) 6-2 to set up a final with Rafael Nadal

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/07/13 at 3:53 pm

FORMULA 1

Ferrari’s Fernando Alonso is quickest during second practice for the Canadian Grand Prix; Lewis Hamilton second

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/13 at 8:55 am

CYCLING

Britain's Chris Froome maintains his lead in penultimate stage of Criterium du Dauphine

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/13 at 8:56 am

WORLD CRICKET

West Indies wicketkeeper Denesh Ramdin charged by ICC for 'conduct contrary to the spirit of the game'

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/13 at 8:56 am

RUGBY UNION

An inexperienced Wales side beat Japan 22-18 in the first Test match in Osaka

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/13 at 8:57 am

RUGBY UNION

Winger Tommy Bowe to miss rest of Lions tour with suspected broken hand after prop Gethin Jenkins also ruled out

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/13 at 8:57 am

RUGBY UNION

British and Irish Lions make it three wins in a row with a hard-earned 22-12 victory over Queensland Reds

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/13 at 8:59 am

TENNIS

World number one Serena Williams faces defending champion Maria Sharapova in the French Open final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/13 at 9:30 am

TENNIS

World number one Serena Williams faces defending champion Maria Sharapova in the French Open final.
Serene Williams wins first set 6-4 against Maria Sharapova

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/13 at 10:36 am

TENNIS

World number one Serena Williams faces defending champion Maria Sharapova in the French Open final.
Serena Williams beats Maria Sharapova 6-4 6-4 to win French Open title for first time since 2002

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/13 at 6:43 am

TENNIS

Rafael Nadal will become the first man to win a Grand Slam singles title eight times if he beats David Ferrer in the French Open final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/13 at 10:20 am

CYCLING

Britain's Chris Froome wins the Criterium du Dauphine ahead of the Tour de France, which starts on 29 June

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/13 at 10:21 am

RUGBY UNION

Munster wing Simon Zebo has been called up to join the Lions squad in Australia as cover for injured Tommy Bowe

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/13 at 10:49 am

TENNIS

Rafael Nadal will become the first man to win a Grand Slam singles title eight times if he beats David Ferrer in the French Open final.
Rafael Nadal beats David Ferrer 6-3 6-2 6-3 to become the first man to win a Grand Slam singles title eight times.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/13 at 1:28 pm

Rafael Nadal beats David Ferrer 6-3 6-2 6-3 to become the first man to win a Grand Slam singles title eight times.
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A masked, bare-chested protester waving a lit flare ran onto the court at the men's final of the French Open tennis in Paris but was restrained by security before he could interrupt the match.

A few minutes earlier, two bare-chested men stood up in the front rows, holding a banner accusing France of trampling on children's rights.

Other protesters called on President Francois Hollande to resign.

The protesters were angered by France's decision to legalise gay marriage.

The first same-sex wedding in France took place last month under tight security.

Campaigners against gay marriage and adoption by same-sex couples, backed by the Catholic Church and conservative opposition, argue the law undermines an essential building block of society.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/13 at 6:35 am

GOLF

South Korea's Inbee Park beats Scotland's Catriona Matthew in play-off to win LPGA Championship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/13 at 6:35 am

WOMEN'S CRICKET England name uncapped Natasha Farrant, Natalie Sciver and Lauren Winfield in one-day & T20 squads to face Pakistan

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/13 at 6:35 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Hull Kingston Rovers head coach Craig Sandercock signs a one-year contract extension at Craven Park

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/13 at 6:36 am

RUGBY UNION

James Horwill confirmed as Australia captain for three-Test series against British & Irish Lions

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/13 at 6:37 am

TENNIS

The grass court season starts today with the opening day's of the Aegon Championships at Queen's Club in west London.

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Written By: nally on 06/10/13 at 10:31 am

NBA Finals: Miami Heat win Game Two to even up the series at a game apiece.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/13 at 10:34 am

WORLD CRICKET

West Indies wicketkeeper Denesh Ramdin is banned for two ODIs for wrongly claiming a catch against Pakistan

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/13 at 10:34 am

TENNIS

Britain's Dan Evans, the world 277, beats Argentina's Guido Pella, ranked 75, 6-3 6-1 in the first round at Queen's

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/13 at 10:36 am

ATHLETICS

Olympic heptathlon champion Jessica Ennis-Hill pulls out of this weekend's Diamond League meet in Oslo as she continues her recovery from an Achilles injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/13 at 11:31 am

ATHLETICS

British hurdler Andy Pozzi is ruled out for the rest of the season following foot surgery.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/13 at 11:38 am

TENNIS

British wildcard James Ward fails to make the most of several chances to record a first-round victory over Ivan Dodig at the Aegon Championships, serving for the match before eventually succumbing to the Croatian.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/13 at 1:16 pm

TENNIS

Melanie Oudin's defence of her Aegon Championships title lasted only 57 minutes with the American losing 6-3 6-1 to Croatian qualifier Ajla Tomljanovic in the first round.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/13 at 3:14 pm

GOLF

Rory McIlroy is grouped with Tiger Woods and Adam Scott for the first two rounds of the US Open at Merion.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/13 at 5:08 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Kilmarnock terminate the contract of manager Kenny Shiels for "football and regulatory" reasons

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/13 at 6:48 am

WORLD CRICKET

The International Cricket Council Tournament Director Chris Tetley has written to Sri Lanka Cricket expressing his regret for the wrong anthem being played at the opening ceremony of the Champions Trophy.

Sri Lanka have released a statement, saying: "He further stated that the ICC will take this matter for discussion with the Event Management Company who were entrusted to handle the opening ceremony."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/13 at 6:49 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

Guus Hiddink has signed a new one-year deal with his Russian club Anzhi Makhachkala.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/13 at 6:50 am

RUGBY UNION

The British and Irish Lions beat Queensland New South Wales Country XV 64-0.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/13 at 6:51 am

HORSE RACING

Sir Henry Cecil, 10-time champion and multiple Classic-winning trainer, has died at the age of 70.

Knighted by the Queen in 2011, his later years saw him battle cancer but were illuminated by the great Frankel, officially the best horse in the world and unbeaten in 14 starts before retirement.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/13 at 7:21 am

TENNIS

News of a potential upset at the Aegon Classic at Edgbaston. British number four Tara Moore, the 20-year-old world number 194 who was given a wildcard into the event, has won the first set 7-5 in her first-round match with France's Kristina Mladenovic, the 12th seed who is ranked 39th in the world.

Two other British players are in singles action today. Fellow wildcard Johanna Konta follows Moore on to Court Two for her first-round match with Japan's Kurumi Nara, and British number two Heather Watson takes on Hungary's Melinda Czink later on Centre Court.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/13 at 11:49 am

TENNIS

Heather Watson joins Johanna Konta in winning her opening match at the Aegon Classic at Edgbaston

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/13 at 11:50 am

TENNIS

It is raining again at Queen's Club so the covers are back on at the Aegon Championships. Sixth seed Sam Querrey of the USA was in the middle of a real tussle on Centre Court with Slovenia's Aljaz Bedene when they were interrupted by the weather again, with the match in the balance at one-set all, 4-4 and 30-all on Bedene's serve in the decider.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/13 at 11:51 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

England's final match of the 2013 European Under-21 Championships against Israel is under way.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/13 at 11:57 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

Japan defeat Iraq 1-0 in their 2014 World Cup qualifier with Shinji Okazaki scoring the game's only goal. Japan have already secured their place in Brazil next year while Iraq remain bottom of Group B.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/13 at 12:14 pm

FORMULA 1

World champion Sebastian Vettel agrees a new contract extension with Red Bull to the end of 2015, the team confirm.

Vettel has been a part of the team since 2009, claiming 29 victories, 39 pole positions, and winning three successive titles since 2010.

Just over two years ago, in March 2011, Vettel agreed a new three-year deal up to and including 2014, with the latest extension adding one more year.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/13 at 12:24 pm

ATHLETICS

Triple jumper Phillips Idowu has put himself forward for European Team Championships consideration despite having competed only once since the London Olympics, UK Athletics head coach Peter Eriksson reveals.

The team for the competition, being staged in Gateshead on June 22 and 23, will be announced on Wednesday.

"We will see what the selection is tomorrow but he has shown interest to be part of the team," Eriksson says.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/13 at 6:06 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

Republic of Ireland are beaten 2-0 by Spain in a friendly international held at Yankee Stadium in New York

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/13 at 6:07 am

TENNIS

A forecast of 'heavy rain and showers, some of it persistent' has brought the start of play at Queen's and Edgbaston forward to 1100 BST.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/13 at 6:08 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray is scheduled third at Queen's against Nicolas Mahut - the man who beat him last year

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/13 at 6:08 am

TENNIS

Heather Watson is up first at Edgbaston against Alla Kudryavtseva, followed by Laura Robson in a tough test against Daniela Hantuchova.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/13 at 6:10 am

ATHLETICS

Olympic champions Mo Farah and Greg Rutherford headline a strong Great Britain and Northern Ireland squad for the European Athletics Team Championships.

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Written By: nally on 06/12/13 at 12:48 pm

NBA Finals: Spurs take Game Three, trouncing the Miami Heat 113-77 to take a 2-games-to-1 lead in the series.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/13 at 1:14 pm

TENNIS

Play abandoned for the day at Queen's because of rain, with Andy Murray leading Nicolas Mahut 6-3 2-2

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/13 at 1:25 pm

FORMULA 1

Phuket is likely to be the venue for Thailand's first Formula 1 race in 2015, Tourism and Sports Minister Somsak Pureesrisak says in the Bangkok Post.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/13 at 5:06 am

SPORTS PARTICIPATION:

Sport England says 1.4m more people are playing sport now than in 2005 when London won the Olympics

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/13 at 5:07 am

DIVING

Olympic bronze medallist Tom Daley will miss next week's European Championships after failing to recover from an elbow injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/13 at 5:08 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray to resume at Queen's 6-3 2-2 up against Nicolas Mahut following rain on Wednesday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/13 at 5:09 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

Barcelona forward Lionel Messi and his father are being investigated in Spain for allegedly defrauding the state of more than 4m euros (£3.4m). The Argentine superstar has denied the allegations through his Facebook page.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/13 at 5:11 am

GOLF

It looks to be dodgy weather for second major of the year, the US Open. The 113th edition begins in Merion, Pennsylvania, with American Webb Simpson aiming to become the first man to defend the title since Curtis Strange in 1989.

There has been a considerable amount of rain in the area which has left much of the course under water. Shorter than most modern-day courses, the 6,996-yard par-70 layout, which features distinctive baskets instead of flags, last staged the event in 1981 when David Graham came home in 67 to claim victory.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/13 at 5:12 am

CYCLING

Twenty-three time Tour de France stage winner and 2011 road world champion Mark Cavendish and London 2012 Olympic Games silver medallist Lizzie Armitstead will lead a world-class field of Olympic and world champions at the 2013 British Cycling National Road Championships. The championships take place on 20 June (time trial) and 23 June (road race) in Glasgow and East Ayrshire.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/13 at 5:13 am

SAILING

Britain's Megan Pascoe, plus Sonar team John Robertson, Hannah Stodel and Steve Thomas, win gold medals at the Sail for Gold event in Weymouth. Organisers have been forced to cancel the 2.4m and Sonar Paralympic classes due to strong winds on the course. But race officials are hoping that some of the eight remaining races will get under way later today.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/13 at 6:00 am

GOLF

The 113th US Open is under way at a storm-threatened Merion Golf Course, with Tiger Woods the favourite to win his first major title in five years.

The world number one is not due off until later on Thursday, going out with the two players below him in the global rankings - Rory McIlroy and Adam Scott.

Early starters include 2012 Masters champion Bubba Watson, five-time runner-up Phil Mickelson, in-form Matt Kuchar and English challengers Luke Donald, Lee Westwood and Justin Rose. Their early tee times could prove beneficial in what is likely to be the best weather conditions of the day.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/13 at 6:25 am

GOLF

World number 511 Cliff Kresge of the United States hits the opening tee shot at the US Open

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GOLF

The 113th US Open is under way at a storm-threatened Merion Golf Course, with Tiger Woods the favourite to win his first major title in five years.

Play is suspended in the first round of the US Open due to a 'possible tornado activity'

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/13 at 8:36 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray is through to the third round at Queen's with a 6-3 7-6 (7-4) victory against Nicolas Mahut

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/13 at 10:06 am

SAILING

World windsurfing champion Nick Dempsey wins RS:X gold at the Sail for Gold Regatta in Weymouth

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/13 at 10:20 am

ROWING

Olympic men's four champion Alex Gregory, who has a virus, has been replaced by James Foad in the Great Britain's men's eight for the Eton Dorney World Cup.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/13 at 4:17 pm

GOLF

Kumar Sangakkara's unbeaten 134 leads Sri Lanka to a seven-wicket win over England in the Champions Trophy

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/13 at 4:18 pm

ATHLETICS

Usain Bolt eases to victory in the 200m at the Diamond League in Oslo in 19.79 seconds - the fastest time of 2013

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/14/13 at 2:25 am

GOLF

Luke Donald leads Phil Mickelson and Adam Scott by one after a rain-hit first round of the US Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/14/13 at 5:57 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Salford City Reds docked two points and fined £5,000 for fielding 14 players against Castleford Tigers

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/14/13 at 5:59 am

ATHLETICS

Jessica Ennis-Hill looks set to compete in her first heptathlon since London 2012 at the end of the month.

An ankle injury delayed the Olympic champion's start to the 2013 season, but coach Toni Minichiello tells she will "definitely" be fit to compete in the Combined Events Challenge in Estonia.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/14/13 at 8:32 am

RUGBY UNION

European champions Toulon confirm the signing of Leicester prop Martin Castrogiovanni

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/14/13 at 8:33 am

GOLF

Australia's Matt Goggin is up to joint second alongside Donald on two under with a birdie on the fourth, his 12th.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/14/13 at 8:56 am

TENNIS

Marin Cilic beats Tomas Berdych 7-5 7-6 to advance at the Aegon Championships.

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Written By: nally on 06/14/13 at 1:34 pm

NBA Finals:

It seems that the momentum is going back and forth between the Miami Heat and San Antonio Spurs; the Heat won Game Four to even up the series at 2 games apiece.

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Written By: nally on 06/16/13 at 11:09 pm

NBA Finals Game 5: Spurs won to go up 3 games to 2 in the series.

Is the momentum gonna shift back to the Miami Heat in Game Six... or will the Spurs just get it over with? We will find out on Tuesday night.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/13 at 3:01 am

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray fights back to beat defending champion Marin Cilic in three sets and win his third Queen's title

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/13 at 3:01 am

RUGBY UNION

British and Irish Lions centre Jamie Roberts set to miss first Test after being rated "a grave doubt" with a leg injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/13 at 3:02 am

GOLF

Justin Rose wins the US Open at Merion and becomes the first English champion since Tony Jacklin in 1970

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/13 at 3:04 am

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray fights back to beat defending champion Marin Cilic in three sets and win his third Queen's title
Andy Murray donated his £75,000 prize money to the Rally Against Cancer charity for the Royal Marsden Hospital.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/13 at 6:15 am

HORSE RACING

Royal Ascot begins tomorrow and Animal Kingdom will be favourite when he faces 12 rivals in the Queen Anne Stakes at Royal Ascot in the opening race.

The United States-trained horse, who won the 2011 Kentucky Derby and this year's Dubai World Cup, will be aiming to add an Ascot win to his collection.

It is likely to be Animal Kingdom's swansong race before retiring to stud.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/13 at 6:15 am

HORSE RACING

Royal Ascot begins tomorrow...
That means it will probably rain for the rest of the week.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/13 at 6:19 am

TENNIS

Britain's Heather Watson will begin her Aegon International campaign in Eastbourne this afternoon with a first-round match against Varvara Lepchenko of the United States.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/13 at 6:20 am

FORMULA 1

Jenson Button says it is only a matter of time before Lewis Hamilton shows his true speed for his Mercedes team and that it will "shock you all".

Hamilton has struggled for pace more than expected compared to team-mate Nico Rosberg since joining Mercedes this year.

But his former McLaren team-mate Button said: "For Lewis, it is the same as it is for all of us - if he does not have a car balance that suits him, then it is not easy.

"Lewis has not lost his speed. It is still there. He will come back and then he will shock you all."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/13 at 8:13 am

SNOOKER

Reanne Evans, the first female qualifier for the main stages of a ranking event, knocked out of the Wuxi Classic

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/13 at 11:48 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Hearts begin the process of taking the club into administration with papers lodged with the court in Edinburgh

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/13 at 12:12 pm

TENNIS

British 18-year-old Kyle Edmund has secured the first win of his senior career with a 6-4 6-4 victory over France's world number 82 Kenny de Scheppers in Eastbourne. The teenager from Yorkshire took full advantage of his wild card, and did not offer up a single break point before serving out to love and giving a thumbs up to the crowd on Centre Court. Edmund will play second seed Gilles Simon in round two.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/13 at 12:48 pm

HORSE RACING

A minute's silence will be held at Royal Ascot in honour of Sir Henry Cecil, following the trainer's death last week.

The legendary trainer, who saddled a record 75 Royal Ascot winners, died aged 70 a week before the fixture where top-class racing mixes with high fashion.

His widow Lady Cecil plans to have runners every day, while Kentucky Derby winner Animal Kingdom is possibly the main equine attraction on day one.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/13 at 8:11 am

RUGBY UNION

The British and Irish Lions are beaten 14-12 by the Brumbies in their final warm-up game before the first Test

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/13 at 8:12 am

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL

Australia beat Iraq 1-0 to become the second team to qualify for the 2014 World Cup in Brazil

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/13 at 8:12 am

ROWING

British Olympic champion Sophie Hosking announces her retirement from professional rowing

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/13 at 8:14 am

TENNIS

Lincolnshire's Jade Windley won her first match in grand slam qualifying to move to within two victories of a place in the Wimbledon main draw.

The 23-year-old overcame a rankings gap of more than 200 places to beat Croatia's Tereza Mrdeza 6-4 6-4 at Roehampton.

Windley was the first of the British women on court today and joined Alex Bogdanovic, Jamie Baker and David Rice, who all won yesterday, in reaching the second round.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/13 at 8:14 am

BOXING

Nathan Cleverly will defend his WBO light-heavyweight title on 17 August in Cardiff. No opponent has been named but the Welshman's promoter Frank Warren is still negotiating with Russian Sergey Kovalev.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/13 at 9:18 am

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL

Iran beat South Korea 1-0 to qualify for the 2014 World Cup finals in Brazil.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/13 at 9:19 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

Stuart Pearce will leave his role as England Under-21 manager at the end of this month as his contract will not be renewed.

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Written By: Henk on 06/18/13 at 9:29 am

No coverage of the Confederations Cup? ???

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/13 at 9:34 am

No coverage of the Confederations Cup? ???

CONFEDERATIONS CUP

Matches so far.

June 15th 2013
Brazil 3 v 0 Japan

June 16th 2013
Mexico 1 v 2 Italy
Spain 2 v 1 Uruguay

June 17th 2013
Tahiti 1 v 6 Nigeria

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/13 at 9:35 am

CONFEDERATIONS CUP

Matches today.

Brazil v Mexico
Italy v Japan

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/13 at 10:33 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Salford City Reds agree a transfer fee with Bradford Bulls for unsettled second row forward Elliott Whitheead.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/13 at 10:34 am

TENNIS

Laura Robson beats Yuliya Beygelzimer 6-3 6-2 to reach the second round of the Aegon International in Eastbourne

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/13 at 10:50 am

SNOOKER

Judd Trump and Mark Allen were shock first-round casualties at the opening ranking event of the season, China's Wuxi Classic.

World number three Trump was beaten 5-2 by home player Li Hang, while Allen was beaten 5-4 by Leeds' Peter Lines.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/13 at 11:15 am

FORMULA 1

The Lotus Formula One team announce that a consortium of private investors, including an American hedge fund manager and an Abu Dhabi-based multinational business group, had acquired a 35 percent stake in the team, reports Reuters. The British-based team said in a statement that Infinity Racing Partners Limited had joined Luxembourg-based Genii Capital, who retain the remaining 65 percent through an investment vehicle, as shareholders.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/13 at 12:20 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL

The president of the Ethiopia Football Federation, Sahilu Gebremariam, has admitted his side used a suspended player in a 2014 World Cup qualifier. If Ethiopia lose the three points from their win over Botswana on 8 June it means South Africa and Botswana can still progress.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/13 at 12:31 pm

SNOOKER

Suspended snooker player Stephen Lee will face a hearing on 9 September into allegations of match fixing. Lee, who has been suspended since October 2012, denies corruption allegations which centre on eight matches at four tournaments in 2008-09.

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Written By: Henk on 06/19/13 at 5:15 am

CONFEDERATIONS CUP

Matches today.

Brazil v Mexico
Italy v Italy

I predict an Italy win... :D ;)

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Written By: Henk on 06/19/13 at 5:28 am

CONFEDERATIONS CUP

June 17th 2013
Tahiti 1 v 6 Nigeria

I've seen the whole match, and I must say that Tahiti were definitely not as bad as I expected them to be. At times, they were technically the better over the Nigerians (who failed to impress me much). Sure, they lacked strength in the end, but for the first good hour or so they were able to keep up with Nigeria (and by then Nigeria were "only" leading by 3 - 1).

I don't think they can do it a second time, though, (against Spain) or a third (against Uruguay).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/13 at 5:37 am

I've seen the whole match, and I must say that Tahiti were definitely not as bad as I expected them to be. At times, they were technically the better over the Nigerians (who failed to impress me much). Sure, they lacked strength in the end, but for the first good hour or so they were able to keep up with Nigeria (and by then Nigeria were "only" leading by 3 - 1).

I don't think they can do it a second time, though, (against Spain) or a third (against Uruguay).
I started to watch the Brazil Japan match last Sunday, but another TV programme intervened.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/13 at 5:39 am

CONFEDERATIONS CUP

Matches today.

Brazil v Mexico
Italy v Italy

Oops, those matches are today.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/13 at 5:40 am

I predict an Italy win... :D ;)
That match is today not yesterday as I reported.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/13 at 5:57 am

TENNIS

Wimbledon seedings are announced - 1. Djokovic, 2. Murray, 3. Federer, 4. Ferrer, 5. Nadal

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/13 at 5:57 am

TENNIS

Five-time singles champion Venus Williams pulls out of Wimbledon, which begins on Monday, because of a back injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/13 at 5:58 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Scottish Premier League champions Celtic will kick off next season at home to Ross County on 3 August

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/13 at 5:58 am

BRITISH & IRISH LIONS

Wing George North is available for Saturday's first Test against Australia but centre Jamie Roberts is 'unlikely' to be fit

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Written By: Henk on 06/19/13 at 5:58 am

Oops, those matches are today.

That match is today not yesterday as I reported.

Italy v Italy...? I doubt it! ;)

It should be Italy v Japan.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/13 at 5:59 am

Italy v Italy...? I doubt it! ;)

It should be Italy v Japan.
Many thanks...

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/13 at 5:59 am

BASKETBALL

The NBA finals will be settled by a decisive seventh game after Miami Heat beat San Antonio Spurs 103-100 in overtime

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/13 at 9:51 am

HORSE RACING

Al Kazeem snatches a dramatic victory from Mukhadram in the Prince of Wales's Stakes at Royal Ascot

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Written By: nally on 06/19/13 at 11:53 am

BASKETBALL

The NBA finals will be settled by a decisive seventh game after Miami Heat beat San Antonio Spurs 103-100 in overtime

That's right... the momentum has seesawed between the teams in each game! I wonder if the Spurs will win it all in Game Seven?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/13 at 12:46 pm

TENNIS

Wimbledon seedings are announced - 1. Djokovic, 2. Murray, 3. Federer, 4. Ferrer, 5. Nadal
Defending champion Serena Williams is the women's top seed, ahead of Victoria Azarenka, Maria Sharapova and Agnieszka Radwanska

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/13 at 12:47 pm

TENNIS

British interest in the women's draw at Eastbourne ends as Laura Robson, Heather Watson and Elena Baltacha all lose

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/13 at 1:13 pm

Just to recap after all of the kerfuffle

CONFEDERATIONS CUP

Matches today.

Brazil v Mexico

Italy v Japan

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/13 at 2:07 am

CONFEDERATIONS CUP

Yesterday's results.

Brazil 2 v 0 Mexico

Italy 4 v 3 Japan

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/13 at 2:08 am

CONFEDERATIONS CUP

Matches today.

Spain v Tahiti

Nigeria v Uruguay

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/13 at 2:10 am

CONFEDERATIONS CUP

Yesterday's results.

Brazil 2 v 0 Mexico

Italy 4 v 3 Japan

Italy and Brazll both win to seal their places in the last four of the Confederations Cup.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/13 at 4:41 am

RUGBY UNION

Prop Alex Corbisiero will start for the British and Irish Lions against Australia in Brisbane on Saturday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/13 at 4:56 am

FORMULA 1

Disciplinary proceedings begin in Paris against Mercedes and Pirelli over charges they broke rules on tyre testing

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/13 at 2:31 pm

WORLD CRICKET

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting announces he will retire from all cricket in October following Champions League

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/13 at 2:32 pm

HORSE RACING

Estimate, owned by the Queen, becomes first horse owned by a reigning monarch to win Gold Cup at Royal Ascot

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Written By: nally on 06/20/13 at 4:05 pm

That's right... the momentum has seesawed between the teams in each game! I wonder if the Spurs will win it all in Game Seven?

We shall find out tonight...

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Written By: Henk on 06/20/13 at 4:31 pm

CONFEDERATIONS CUP

Matches today.

Spain v Tahiti

Spain 10 - 0 Tahiti

Exactly what I was expecting to happen. A laudable effort by the Tahitians, who never dug in or limited themselves to just defending - maybe just as well, because I don't think that's their forte.

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Written By: ninny on 06/20/13 at 5:47 pm

Former New York Giants punter and radio analyst Dave Jennings has died. He was 61.
ennings played for the Giants from 1974-84. He holds the franchise records for punts (931, or 405 more than second-place Sean Landeta) and yards (38,792). Jennings was selected to play in the Pro Bowl in 1978, '79, '80 and '82. He punted a career-high 104 times in 1979, which was the Giants record until Brad Maynard had 111 punts in 1997.

Jennings punted for more than 4,000 yards in a season three times (1979-81) and had a career-best 44.8-yard average in 1980

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Written By: ninny on 06/21/13 at 4:44 am

Congratulations to Abby Wambach for breaking Mia Hamm's all time scoring record with 160 international goals!

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Written By: nally on 06/21/13 at 11:44 am

Congratulations to the Miami Heat for winning the 2013 NBA title!

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Written By: nally on 06/26/13 at 10:32 am

College World Series: UCLA Bruins win their first CWS title, a sweep over Mississippi State.

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Written By: warped on 06/26/13 at 10:33 am

Former New York Giants punter and radio analyst Dave Jennings has died. He was 61.
ennings played for the Giants from 1974-84. He holds the franchise records for punts (931, or 405 more than second-place Sean Landeta) and yards (38,792). Jennings was selected to play in the Pro Bowl in 1978, '79, '80 and '82. He punted a career-high 104 times in 1979, which was the Giants record until Brad Maynard had 111 punts in 1997.

Jennings punted for more than 4,000 yards in a season three times (1979-81) and had a career-best 44.8-yard average in 1980

Oh, sad news, I didn't know this. I remember Dave. Good punter.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/13 at 1:56 am

WIMBLEDON 2013

What's going on?

Monday, Rafael Nadal was beaten by Steve Darcis in the first round.

Wednesday, Women's second seed Victoria Azarenka and men's sixth seed Jo-Wilfried Tsonga were among those who withdrew. Organisers rejected Azarenka's claims that the courts were of poor quality, describing them as "high quality". But Maria Sharapova, who lost to Michelle Larcher De Brito on court two, referred to the surface as "dangerous". The 2004 champion fell three times and required lengthy treatment on her hip in the second set as she went out 6-3 6-4. Steve Darcis, who beat Rafael Nadal in the first round, pulled out with a shoulder problem, while both Marin Cilic and John Isner retired with knee injuries and a left hamstring problem ended Radek Stepanek's campaign. Yaroslava Shvedova then also withdrew ahead of her second-round match with eighth seed Petra Kvitova, citing an injury to her right arm.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/13 at 3:05 am

BREAKING NEWS

Red Bull's Mark Webber is to leave F1 at the end of the season and drive sportscars for Porsche

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/13 at 3:05 am

RUGBY UNION

British & Irish Lions make five changes to starting XV for Saturday's second Test against Australia in Melbourne

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/13 at 3:06 am

CONFEDERATIONS CUP

A late Paulinho goal sees Brazil beat Uruguay 2-1 and reach the Confederations Cup final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/13 at 3:07 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Real Madrid have offered cash and players - including 25-year-old Argentina winger Angel di Maria - to Tottenham in an attempt to deliver Gareth Bale for newly-appointed boss manager Carlo Ancelotti.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/13 at 3:21 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Real Madrid president Florentino Perez claims the Spanish giants have agreed a deal with Malaga for Manchester City target Isco. Perez tells Radio Nacional: "There is an agreement with the club and the player. "He will be presented next week after the medical."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/13 at 3:35 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Andrey Arshavin will sign for Zenit St Petersburg today after being released by Arsenal.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/13 at 3:35 am

WIMBLEDON TENNIS

Laura Robson is in action at Wimbledon today playing Colombia's Mariana Duque-Marino.
Former British number one Jo Durie tells Radio 5 live: "There will be a little bit more pressure on her but if she can keep composed she can go a long way in this tournament.
"I think she will expect to beat Mariana Duque-Marino and on a surface that really helps Laura then I think the odds are with her. But you can't take anything for granted."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/13 at 4:39 am

SWIMMING

Francesca Halsall is pleased with her form after winning the 50m freestyle final on the opening night of the British Championships. She says: "Happy with my swim last night, putting it into perspective only me and three others have been faster so far this year, all seems to be going well."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/13 at 5:43 am

GOLF

The R&A announce that prize money for this year's Open Championship has risen by £250,000 to a total of £5.25m, an increase of almost 5%. The winner at Muirfield next month will earn £945,000, £45,000 more than Ernie Els collected for his victory at Royal Lytham last year.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/13 at 6:19 am

RUGBY UNION

Experienced Wallabies front-rower Benn Robinson resigns with Australian Rugby for a further three years. The 28-year-old, who will on Saturday appear in his 58th Test as Australia take on the British and Irish Lions in the second Test in Melbourne, has recommitted to both the ARU and NSW Waratahs until the end of 2016.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/13 at 7:24 am

TENNIS

The All England Club is "looking into" reports that athlete Mo Farah may have broken Wimbledon rules by filming play from the Royal Box. The double Olympic gold medallist uploaded footage which he posted on Twitter last night following a visit to the tournament. Farah, who sat in the Royal Box along with Sir Bruce Forsyth and actor Stephen Fry, later wrote on Twitter: "Really enjoyed been (sic) at Wimbledon today..!!"

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/13 at 7:46 am

WIMBLEDON TENNIS

Defending ladies champion Serena Williams is in action on Court One at Wimbledon against Caroline Garcia. The American has just broken her French opponent in the first set

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/13 at 7:58 am

CYCLING

Alberto Contador is adamant he can beat odds-on favourite Chris Froome in this year's 100th running of the Tour de France. "We have seen Froome have a strong season so far," he said. "But if I thought I could not beat him I would not have the motivation to be here at this moment."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/13 at 8:10 am

We could soon be seeing Twenty20 cricket at the Olympic Stadium. Essex chief Derek Bowden says he has discussed the prospect with London Legacy Development Corporation, the organisation responsible for the stadium's future and "they are very keen for there to be a cricket festival at the Stadium."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/13 at 8:29 am

WIMBLEDON 2013

Serena Williams progresses to the third round of Wimbledon with a 6-3 6-2 win over Caroline Garcia.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/13 at 8:36 am

WIMBLEDON 2013

Serena Williams progresses to the third round of Wimbledon with a 6-3 6-2 win over Caroline Garcia.
http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/68415000/jpg/_68415426_serena_cheer.jpg

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/13 at 12:38 pm

WIMBLEDON 2013

Rain at Wimbledon, play suspended on outer courts, Centre Court with the roof as cover continues with Djokovic v Reynolds in first set.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/13 at 12:39 pm

Tomas Berdych and Juan Martin Del Potro each record straight-sets victories in the second round

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Written By: nally on 06/27/13 at 12:49 pm

NBA:

On June 25, 2013, the Los Angeles Clippers acquired coach Doc Rivers from the Celtics for an unprotected 2015 NBA first round draft pick.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/13 at 1:46 pm

GAME, SET AND MATCH

Novak Djokovic beats Bobby Reynolds 7-6 6-3 6-1 to advance to the third round, at Wimbledon

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/28/13 at 6:04 am

WIMBLEDON

Friday on Centre Court: Laura Robson v Mariana Duque-Marino; Nicolas Almagro v Jerzy Janowicz; Tommy Robredo v Andy Murray

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/28/13 at 9:34 am

WIMBLEDON

Britain's Laura Robson makes Wimbledon's third round for the first time with an impressive win over Mariana Duque-Marino

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/28/13 at 9:37 am

CYCLING

Disgraced cyclist Lance Armstrong tells French newspaper it was impossible to win the Tour de France in his day without doping

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WIMBLEDON

Britain's Andy Murray secures his place in the second week of Wimbledon with a straight-sets win over Tommy Robredo.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/13 at 3:52 am

WIMBLEDON

Spanish fourth seed David Ferrer was forced to dig deep to reach the third round of Wimbledon. Ferrer, 31, beat compatriot Roberto Bautista Agut 6-3 3-6 7-6 (7-4) 7-5 and faces Alexandr Dolgopolov next.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/13 at 4:04 am

CYCLING

The 100th Tour de France starts today, with Chris Froome favourite to become the second British winner.

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Written By: danootaandme on 06/29/13 at 4:31 am

When does Serena play again?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/13 at 4:45 am

When does Serena play again?
Serena Williams will be the fourth match on Court No.1 today.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/13 at 6:45 am

WIMBLEDON

British tennis player Jamie Baker announces his retirement from the sport at the age of 26

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/13 at 10:34 am

CYCLING

The 100th Tour de France starts today, with Chris Froome favourite to become the second British winner.
Marcel Kittel wins chaotic first stage of the Tour de France after crashes take out main challengers for the sprint finish

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/13 at 10:34 am

WIMBLEDON

Britain's Laura Robson is through to the fourth round with a 1-6 7-5 6-3 victory over New Zealand's Marina Erakovic

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/13 at 10:35 am

MOTOGP

Valentino Rossi takes first win since 2010 at the Dutch GP as Jorge Lorenzo defies injury for fifth; Cal Crutchlow 3rd

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/13 at 10:35 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton is on pole position for the British Grand Prix at Silverstone; Scotland’s Paul Di Resta fifth

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/13 at 10:35 am

RUGBY UNION

Sam Warburton is a doubt for the Lions' deciding Test against Australia after sustaining a hamstring injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/13 at 10:36 am

RUGBY UNION

The British & Irish Lions lose the second Test against Australia 16-15 in Melbourne

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/13 at 10:36 am

GOLF

Rory McIlroy's struggles continued as he missed the cut at the Irish Open with Ireland's other recent major winners also exiting at Carton House.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/13 at 10:43 am

WIMBLEDON

Sport stars in the Royal Box on middle Saturday - one of the many Wimbledon traditions. This year's guests are Britain's Olympic and Paralympic gold medalists from London 2012. Almost not recognise Andy Murray without the tennis whites.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/13 at 2:29 am

CONFEDERATIONS CUP

Brazil beat Spain 3-0 to win the Confederations Cup final at the Maracana in Rio

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/13 at 2:30 am

GOLF

Paul Casey secures first victory in more than two years with three-shot win in the Irish Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/13 at 2:30 am

RUGBY UNION

British and Irish Lions captain Sam Warburton ruled out of the third Test against Australia with a hamstring injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/13 at 5:43 am

WIMBLEDON

Today is the one and only day in the championship in which all the men and women still in the singles draws play on the same day. There are 16 singles matches to decide the make-up of the last eight in each draw.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/13 at 5:45 am

WIMBLEDON

Today is the one and only day in the championship in which all the men and women still in the singles draws play on the same day. There are 16 singles matches to decide the make-up of the last eight in each draw.
4th Round Mens

Djokovic (Ser) v Haas (Ger)
Tomic (Aus) v Berdych (Cze)
Ferrer (Spa) v Dodig (Cro)
Seppi (Ita) v Del Potro (Arg)
Kubot (Pol) v Mannarino (Fra)
Janowicz (Pol) v Melzer (Aut)
Verdasco (Spa) v De Schepper (Fra)
Youzhny (Rus) v Murray (GB)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/13 at 5:46 am

WIMBLEDON

Today is the one and only day in the championship in which all the men and women still in the singles draws play on the same day. There are 16 singles matches to decide the make-up of the last eight in each draw.
4th Round Womens

Williams (US) v Lisicki (Ger)
Robson (GB) v Kanepi (Est)
Radwanska (Pol) v Pironkova (Bul)
Vinci (Ita) v Li (Chn)
Puig (Pur) v Stephens (US)
Bartoli (Fra) v Knapp (Ita)
Kvitova (Cze) v Suarez Navarro (Spa)
Flipkens (Bel) v Pennetta (Ita)

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Written By: warped on 07/01/13 at 6:37 am

Soccer: Brazil beats Spain 3-0 to win Confederations Cup at home.
Is this the end for Spain? Did their age show in this match?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/13 at 6:38 am

Soccer: Brazil beats Spain 3-0 to win Confederations Cup at home.
Is this the end for Spain? Did their age show in this match?
It was a scrappy game, Gerard Pique of Spain was sent off, and I did watch the first half and Brazil were dominant.

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Written By: warped on 07/01/13 at 6:43 am

It was a scrappy game, Gerard Pique of Spain was sent off, and I did watch the first half and Brazil were dominant.

I watched the game too, haven't seen Spain lose like that in a long time. Ramos missed a penalty and a Brazilian defender made an unbelievable play to keep Spain from scoring in the 1st half.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/13 at 7:05 am

Spotted at Wimbledon in the Royal Box

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Golfer Ernie Els, Jack Nicklaus is also there, but no picture yet.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/13 at 9:10 am

WIMBLEDON

Britain's Laura Robson loses 7-6 7-5 to Estonia's Kaia Kanepi in fourth round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/13 at 9:11 am

WIMBLEDON

Fourth seed David Ferrer through to quarter-finals after 6-7 7-6 6-1 6-1 win against Ivan Dodig

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/13 at 9:12 am

SNOOKER

Two-time World Championship finalist Ali Carter diagnosed with testicular cancer

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/13 at 9:53 am

WIMBLEDON

Defending champion Serena Williams loses 2-6 6-1 6-4 to Germany's 23rd seed Sabine Lisicki in round four

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/13 at 9:59 am

WIMBLEDON

Defending champion Serena Williams loses 2-6 6-1 6-4 to Germany's 23rd seed Sabine Lisicki in round four
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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/13 at 12:44 pm

WIMBLEDON

Andy Murray storms into the quarter-finals with a straight-sets win over Mikhail Youzhny

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/13 at 1:01 pm

WIMBLEDON

Fourth seed Agnieszka Radwanska into quarter-finals with 4-6 6-3 6-3 against Bulgarian Tsvetana Pironkova

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/13 at 1:13 pm

WIMBLEDON

Fourth seed David Ferrer through to quarter-finals after 6-7 7-6 6-1 6-1 win against Ivan Dodig

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/13 at 1:15 pm

WIMBLEDON

Novak Djokovic wins first set 6-1 in 25 minutes against Tommy Haas in fourth round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/13 at 1:15 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE

Simon Gerrans wins a sprint finish to win stage three of the Tour de France in Corsica

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/13 at 7:07 am

FORMULA 1

Pirelli is to change the construction of its tyres for the German Grand Prix to avoid repeat of failures seen at British GP

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/13 at 7:07 am

RUGBY UNION

Australia captain James Horwill to play in final Test against British and Irish Lions after IRB appeal fails

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/13 at 7:09 am

GOLF

The PGA Tour will implement the global ban on anchored strokes in golf from January 1, 2016 to "avoid confusion".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/13 at 11:07 am

WIMBLEDON

Women's Singles Quarter Finals

Germany's Sabine Lisicki backed up her stunning win over Serena Williams by beating Kaia Kanepi to reach the semi-finals at Wimbledon. The 23-year-old, seeded 23, won 6-3 6-3 on Court One to secure a place in the last four at the All England Club for the second time. There she will face Polish fourth seed Agnieszka Radwanska.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/13 at 11:08 am

WIMBLEDON

Women's Singles Quarter Finals

Agnieszka Radwanska beats China's Li Na 7-6 4-6 6-2 to reach the semi-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/13 at 12:48 pm

WIMBLEDON

Andy Murray v Fernando Verdasco quarter-final will be the second match on Centre Court on Wednesday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/13 at 1:05 pm

WIMBLEDON

Belgium's Kirsten Flipkens beats Petra Kvitova 4-6 6-3 6-4 to reach the semi-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/13 at 1:05 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE

Orica GreenEdge win team trial in Nice to secure leader's yellow jersey for Simon Gerrans

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/13 at 1:24 pm

WIMBLEDON

John McEnroe is play on Court No.1 in Invitations Doubles

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Written By: nally on 07/02/13 at 5:04 pm

WIMBLEDON

John McEnroe is play on Court No.1 in Invitations Doubles

Have you been keeping a close eye on the Wimbledon tennis coverage?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/13 at 5:28 am

Have you been keeping a close eye on the Wimbledon tennis coverage?
To the best I can.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/13 at 5:28 am

WIMBLEDON

For all the shocks and spills of the first week, two of the other quarter-finals are exactly as the tournament seedings foretold. The other is an all-Polish battle from way out in left field though.

This is how play is set to roll out today:

Centre Court (play begins 1300 BST)

David Ferrer v Juan Martin del Potro
Fernando Verdasco v Andy Murray

Court One (play begins at 1300 BST)

Novak Djokovic v Tomas Berdych
Lukasz Kubot v Jerzy Janowicz

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/13 at 7:02 am

WIMBLEDON

For all the shocks and spills of the first week, two of the other quarter-finals are exactly as the tournament seedings foretold. The other is an all-Polish battle from way out in left field though.

This is how play is set to roll out today:

Centre Court (play begins 1300 BST)

David Ferrer v Juan Martin del Potro
Fernando Verdasco v Andy Murray

Court One (play begins at 1300 BST)

Novak Djokovic v Tomas Berdych
Lukasz Kubot v Jerzy Janowicz
Results:

Argentina's Juan Martin del Potro, who beat David Ferrer in straight sets, for a place in the final.

Andy Murray, the second seed, fought back to beat the Spaniard Fernando Verdasco 4-6 3-6 6-1 6-4 7-5 and reach the semi-finals for the fifth year in a row.

Top seed Novak Djokovic beat Czech Republic's Tomas Berdych 7-6 (7-5) 6-4 6-3.

Jerzy Janowicz beat his compatriot Pole Lukasz Kubot 7-5 6-4 6-4

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/13 at 7:15 am

WIMBLEDON

Britain's Andy Murray said he felt happier than a year ago after reaching his second Wimbledon final with a dramatic victory over Jerzy Janowicz. The 26-year-old beat the Pole 6-7 (2-7) 6-4 6-4 6-3 to set up a meeting with Novak Djokovic on Sunday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/13 at 7:41 am

WIMBLEDON

Wimbledon will have a new women's champion on Saturday as Germany's Sabine Lisicki takes on Marion Bartoli of France in a surprise final line-up.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/13 at 9:00 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton is on pole position for the German Grand Prix, with Sebastian Vettel second

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/13 at 9:00 am

RUGBY UNION

The British & Irish Lions thrash Australia 41-16 in Sydney to secure a first Test series win in 16 years

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/13 at 1:24 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray beats Novak Djokovic 6-4 7-5 6-4 to become the first British man to win the Wimbledon singles title since 1936

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/13 at 1:24 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray beats Novak Djokovic 6-4 7-5 6-4 to become the first British man to win the Wimbledon singles title since 1936
Murray: "Today was an unbelievably tough match. I don't know how I came through the final three points"

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/13 at 1:24 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray beats Novak Djokovic 6-4 7-5 6-4 to become the first British man to win the Wimbledon singles title since 1936
Prime minister David Cameron: "It was an amazing performance, but also an amazing day for British tennis and for Britain"

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/13 at 1:25 am

GOLF

Graeme McDowell wins the French Open by four shots from South Africa’s Richard Sterne

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/13 at 1:25 am

GOLF

Graeme McDowell wins the French Open by four shots from South Africa’s Richard Sterne
It will be The British Open in under two weeks time.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/13 at 1:25 am

TOUR DE FRANCE

Ireland's Dan Martin wins stage nine of the Tour de France

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/13 at 1:26 am

FORMULA 1

Sebastian Vettel wins the German Grand Prix at the Nurburgring, with Lewis Hamilton in fifth

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/13 at 1:26 am

FORMULA 1

Sebastian Vettel wins the German Grand Prix at the Nurburgring, with Lewis Hamilton in fifth
Lewis Hamilton started on pole position, what went wrong?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/13 at 1:41 am

Supermarket chain Morrisons has had a make-over in honour of Andy Murray. The supermarket changed the name of its Wimbledon store to 'Murriwins' after the tennis star won the Wimbledon men's singles title.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/13 at 2:55 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray beats Novak Djokovic 6-4 7-5 6-4 to become the first British man to win the Wimbledon singles title since 1936
"I feel alright. I'm tired. I've probably slept for about an hour, hour and a half..."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/13 at 6:13 am

WIMBLEDON

A peak audience of 17.3m people watched Andy Murray crowned Wimbledon champion on BBC television

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Written By: nally on 07/08/13 at 11:34 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray beats Novak Djokovic 6-4 7-5 6-4 to become the first British man to win the Wimbledon singles title since 1936

I heard about that. Congratulations to Andy Murray. O0

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/13 at 12:30 pm

I heard about that. Congratulations to Andy Murray. O0
It was an amazing match to watch and we cannot believe it!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/13 at 12:30 pm

HORSE RACING

Jockey Brian Toomey, seriously injured in a fall last week, has surgery to reduce swelling and pressure on his brain

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Written By: nally on 07/08/13 at 4:02 pm

It was an amazing match to watch and we cannot believe it!

A couple of people in the library (who are staff members) were talking about it this morning.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/13 at 6:44 am

RUGBY UNION

Robbie Deans resigns as Australia coach after the Wallabies' series loss to the Lions and replaced by Ewen McKenzie

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/13 at 6:44 am

EQUESTRIAN

GB event rider Laura Collett is seriously ill in hospital following a fall at Tweseldown Racecourse, Hampshire

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/13 at 6:48 am

DARTS

Defending champion Phil Taylor has been drawn against world number 43 Stuart Kellett in the first round of the World Matchplay, which takes place at Blackpool's Winter Gardens on 20-28 July. Stoke-on-Trent's Taylor, 52, has won the event on 13 occasions, including in each of the last five years.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/13 at 10:32 am

NIGERIAN FOOTBALL

Four clubs involved in two play-off matches that ended 79-0 and 67-0 respectively - a total of 146 goals - have been suspended in Nigeria.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/13 at 11:01 am

TOUR DE FRANCE

Britain's Chris Froome extends his overall race lead on stage 11, a 33km time trial

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/13 at 11:02 am

ATHLETICS

Triple jumper Phillips Idowu, 34, will take a break from the sport and will not compete at World Championships in Moscow in August

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/11/13 at 6:03 am

HORSE RACING

Leading contender Reckless Abandon is ruled out of the July Cup at Newmarket on Saturday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/11/13 at 10:01 am

CYCLING

Knee injury forces Britain's Shanaze Reade to miss the UCI BMX World Championships in Auckland from 24-28 July

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/11/13 at 10:02 am

HORSE RACING

Universal and Maputo give trainer Mark Johnston a double on the opening day of Newmarket's July Festival

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/12/13 at 2:35 am

UEFA Women's European Championship - Results:

Wednesday 10th July 2013
Sweden 1-1 Denmark
Italy 0-0 Finland

Thursday 11th July 2013
Germany 0-0 Netherlands
Norway 1-1 Iceland

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/12/13 at 2:35 am

UEFA Women's European Championship - Results:

Wednesday 10th July 2013
Sweden 1-1 Denmark
Italy 0-0 Finland

Thursday 11th July 2013
Germany 0-0 Netherlands
Norway 1-1 Iceland
So far no team has yet won a match!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/12/13 at 2:36 am

UEFA Women's European Championship

Today's Fixtures
France v Russia
England v Spain

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/12/13 at 5:11 am

ATHLETICS

Heptathlete Jessica Ennis-Hill will miss this weekend's British Championships because of an ankle injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/12/13 at 5:11 am

GOLF

Scotland's Chris Doak moves into a share of the lead on the second day of the Scottish Open at Castle Stuar

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/12/13 at 5:12 am

TENNIS

Eight-time French Open champion Rafael Nadal will return to the tour in the Masters 1000 event in Montreal on 5 August, says his uncle and coach Toni Nadal.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/12/13 at 5:13 am

SNOOKER

World number two Mark Selby moves into the semi-finals of the Australian Open with a 5-3 victory against Mark Davis.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/12/13 at 5:29 am

ROWING

Richard and Peter Chambers comfortably make the semi-finals of the lightweight double sculls at the World Cup regatta on Lake Rotsee in Lucerne.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/12/13 at 2:25 pm

CYCLING

Mark Cavendish wins stage 13 of the Tour de France to become joint third on the all-time list of stage winners

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/12/13 at 2:26 pm

ATHLETICS

Great Britain sprinter Adam Gemili wins gold in the 100m at the European Athletics Under-23 Championships in Finland

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/12/13 at 2:26 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Three parties submit formal bids to take over administration-hit SPL club Hearts

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/13/13 at 7:08 am

MOTOGP

Championship leader Dani Pedrosa injures his collarbone in a crash during practice for the German Grand Prix

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/13/13 at 9:49 am

UEFA Women's European Championship

Yesterday's Results
France 3 v 1 Russia
England 2 v 3 Spain

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/13/13 at 9:50 am

UEFA Women's European Championship

Today's Fixtures
Italy v Denmark
Finland v Sweden

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/13/13 at 9:51 am

UEFA Women's European Championship

Today's Fixtures
Italy v Denmark
Finland v Sweden
Finland v Sweden, must be a local derby?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/13/13 at 10:17 am

HORSE RACING

Lethal Force, ridden by Adam Kirby, wins July Cup at Newmarket. Society Rock second and Slade Power third

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/13/13 at 10:17 am

CYCLING

Italy's Matteo Trentin wins stage 14 of the Tour de France. Britain's Chris Froome retains yellow jersey

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/13/13 at 10:18 am

ATHLETICS

James Dasaolu runs the second fastest time by a Briton to win his 100m heat in 9.91 secs at the British Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/13 at 4:47 am

ATHLETICS

US sprinter Tyson Gay and Jamaica's Asafa Powell and Sherone Simpson test positive for banned substances

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/13 at 8:22 am

OPEN GOLF

Defending champion Ernie Els will play with England's US Open champion Justin Rose in first two rounds

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/13 at 8:22 am

ATHLETICS

US sprinter Tyson Gay and Jamaica's Asafa Powell and Sherone Simpson test positive for banned substances
UK Athletics chief Neil Black says it is a "tragedy" for athletics that two of the fastest sprinters ever have failed drugs tests

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/13 at 10:02 am

UEFA Women's European Championship

Saturday July 13th 2013 Results
Italy 2 v 1 Denmark
Finland 0 v 5 Sweden

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/13 at 10:03 am

UEFA Women's European Championship

Sunday July 14th 2013 Results
Norway 1 - 0 Netherlands
Iceland 0 - 3 Germany

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/13 at 10:04 am

UEFA Women's European Championship

Today's Fixtures
England v Russia
Spain v France

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/13 at 2:19 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Wigan score eight tries as they beat Widnes 48-4 to reach the semi-finals of the Challenge Cup

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/13 at 2:20 am

UEFA Women's European Championship

July 15th Results
England 1 v 1 Russia
Spain 0 v 1 France

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/13 at 2:21 am

UEFA Women's European Championship

Today's Fixtures
Denmark v Finland
Sweden v Italy

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/13 at 3:45 am

ATHLETICS

British 1,500m runner Lisa Dobriskey withdraws from next month's World Championships with a leg injury.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/13 at 3:45 am

FORMULA 1

Marussia announce they have agreed a long-term technical partnership with Ferrari to use the Italian manufacturer's engines and full powertrain from 2014. "We look forward to working with Scuderia Ferrari during this exciting new era of Formula One competition," says Marussia chief executive Andy Webb.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/13 at 3:46 am

UEFA Women's European Championship

July 15th Results
England 1 v 1 Russia
Spain 0 v 1 France

England women's hope of reaching the knockout stages of Euro 2013 are still alive as Toni Duggan's injury-time goal on Monday earned them a late draw against Russia. Hope Powell's side will now probably need to beat France in their last group game if they want to reach the quarter-finals.

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ATHLETICS

Olympic and world 800m champion David Rudisha of Kenya will not compete at World Championships due to a knee problem

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/13 at 6:47 am

GOLF

Tiger Woods tells a news conference he has fully recovered from an elbow injury ahead of the Open Championship at Muirfield

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/13 at 9:37 am

ATHLETICS

Italian police open doping investigation into Jamaican sprinters Asafa Powell, Sherone Simpson and trainer Christopher Xuereb

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/13 at 10:24 am

CYCLING

Portuguese Rui Costa of Movistar wins Stage 16 of the Tour de France from Vaison-la-Romaine to Gap

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/13 at 2:39 am

UEFA Women's European Championship

July 16th Results
Denmark 1 v 1 Finland
Sweden 3 v 1 Italy

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/13 at 2:40 am

UEFA Women's European Championship

Today's Fixtures
Germany v Norway
Netherlands v Iceland

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/13 at 5:05 am

TENNIS

Former world number one Martina Hingis is coming out of retirement to play her first match on the WTA Tour since 2007

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/13 at 5:05 am

The BBC secures a four-year shared rights deal to show the FA Cup from the 2014-15 season onwards alongside BT Sport

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/13 at 5:57 am

FORMULA 1

Formula 1 boss Bernie Ecclestone ia indicted by a prosecutor in Germany on a charge of bribing a former banker

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/13 at 1:36 am

UEFA Women's European Championship

July 17th Results
Germany 0 v 1 Norway
Netherlands 0 v 1 Iceland

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/13 at 1:37 am

UEFA Women's European Championship

Today's Fixtures
France v England
Russia v Spain

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/13 at 1:45 am

CHAMPIONS LEAGUE FOOTBALL

Celtic take a comfortable three-goal lead into the second leg of their Champions League qualifying tie with Cliftonville

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/13 at 1:46 am

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL

FIFA president Sepp Blatter insists there is "still time" to switch the 2022 World Cup in Qatar to the winter

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/13 at 1:47 am

OPEN GOLF

The world's leading golfers are at Muirfield for the 2013 Open, with world number one Tiger Woods favourite to win. The Open starts today.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/13 at 3:05 am

OPEN GOLF

Sir Nick Faldo's (on his 56th birthday) tee shot skips into the first cut down the left of the first fairway. Tom Watson's effort is a little bit wayward, but Fred Couples is safe and secure to keep American pride up.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/13 at 5:05 am

OPEN GOLF

http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/68800000/jpg/_68800989_018678042-1.jpg

Nice trews!

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Written By: nally on 07/18/13 at 3:48 pm

^ Lots of blue in there :D

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/13 at 3:49 am

UEFA Women's European Championship

July 18th Results
France 3 v 0 England
Russia 1 v 1 Spain

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/13 at 3:50 am

UEFA Women's European Championship

Today's Fixtures
Sweden v Iceland
Italy v Germany

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Written By: ninny on 07/19/13 at 6:45 am

OPEN GOLF

The world's leading golfers are at Muirfield for the 2013 Open, with world number one Tiger Woods favourite to win. The Open starts today.

Just a side note. Do you think they should change the name?As GOLF originally stood for Gentlemen Only Ladies Forbidden :)
Watch a little Tiger started out poorly but made up for it.

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Written By: warped on 07/19/13 at 6:54 am

Just a side note. Do you think they should change the name?As GOLF originally stood for Gentlemen Only Ladies Forbidden :)

I heard that before too, but I also heard this.

Like most modern words, the word "golf" derives from older languages and dialects. In this case, the languages in question are medieval Dutch and old Scots.

The medieval Dutch word "kolf" or "kolve" meant "club." It is believed that word passed to the Scots, whose old Scots dialect transformed the word into "golve," "gowl" or "gouf."

By the 16th Century, the word "golf" had emerged.

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Written By: ninny on 07/19/13 at 8:35 am

I heard that before too, but I also heard this.

Like most modern words, the word "golf" derives from older languages and dialects. In this case, the languages in question are medieval Dutch and old Scots.

The medieval Dutch word "kolf" or "kolve" meant "club." It is believed that word passed to the Scots, whose old Scots dialect transformed the word into "golve," "gowl" or "gouf."

By the 16th Century, the word "golf" had emerged.

That sounds like a better answer, The Scots do have a thick accent so "gouf" could of became "golf". Later on some prime and proper gent probably joked Golf should stand for "Gentlemen Only Ladies Forbidden" as he sipped his brandy in the country club ;D

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Written By: nally on 07/19/13 at 11:26 am

That sounds like a better answer, The Scots do have a thick accent so "gouf" could of became "golf". Later on some prime and proper gent probably joked Golf should stand for "Gentlemen Only Ladies Forbidden" as he sipped his brandy in the country club ;D

I would not have known that..

In fact, I just googled that phrase and came up to the Wikpedia page on the history of golf, and it says that the acronym was an urban legend. The next sentence indicates that it's a false etymology, citing a Snopes article with a full explanation.

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Written By: ninny on 07/21/13 at 10:20 am

I would not have known that..

In fact, I just googled that phrase and came up to the Wikpedia page on the history of golf, and it says that the acronym was an urban legend. The next sentence indicates that it's a false etymology, citing a Snopes article with a full explanation.

It's funny because you can almost imagine elderly gents saying that though.

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Written By: ninny on 07/21/13 at 3:15 pm

Congratulations to Phil Mickelson for winning the British Open!

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Written By: nally on 07/21/13 at 9:35 pm

Congratulations to Phil Mickelson for winning the British Open!

I just heard about that! My dad had been watching part of it this morning and was curious as to who eventually won it all.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/13 at 5:21 am

Just a side note. Do you think they should change the name?As GOLF originally stood for Gentlemen Only Ladies Forbidden :)
Watch a little Tiger started out poorly but made up for it.
Open to professions and amateurs alike.

The word "women" was not consided back at the commencement of this tournament back in 1860.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/13 at 5:24 am

Congratulations to Phil Mickelson for winning the British Open!
Well done Phil, he has always been family favourite of ours.

I was watching the golf yesterday,along with keeping up with Ashes cricket and Tour de France. Well done Chris Frome!

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Written By: ninny on 07/22/13 at 8:19 am

Well done Phil, he has always been family favourite of ours.

I was watching the golf yesterday,along with keeping up with Ashes cricket and Tour de France. Well done Chris Frome!

Ours too :)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/13 at 4:15 am

UEFA Women's European Championship

July 21st 2013 Results
Sweden 4 v 0 Iceland
Italy 0 v 1 Germany

July 22nd 2013 Results
Norway 3 v 1 Spain
France 1 v 1 Denmark (Denmark Ladies win 4-2 on penalties)

No fixtures today.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/13 at 4:15 am

HORSE RACING

St Nicholas Abbey, favourite for Saturday's King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes, suffers a "serious career-ending injury"

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/13 at 4:16 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

St Helens deny Wigan a chance to go top of the Super League by beating them 22-16 at Langtree Park

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/13 at 4:19 am

DISABILITY SPORT

Paralympic discus champion Aled Davies wins world F42 discus title at IPC World Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/13 at 8:55 am

ATHLETICS

Olympic heptathlon champion Jessica Ennis-Hill will make her return from an ankle injury at a low-key meeting in Loughborough on Tuesday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/13 at 9:06 am

SWIMMING

Britain's Keri-Anne Payne considering her open water swimming future after finishing 14th in the women's 10k at the Worlds

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/13 at 9:06 am

BOXING

Carl Froch will defend his IBF and WBA world super middleweight titles against fellow Briton George Groves this winter

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/13 at 9:07 am

FORMULA 1

The Austrian Grand Prix is set to return to the F1 calendar for the first time in more than a decade, at the Red Bull Ring

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/13 at 2:35 pm

ATHLETICS

British sprinter Jonnie Peacock beats American Richard Browne to add a world title to the Paralympic gold he won last summer.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/13 at 5:44 am

TENNIS

Former British number one Anne Keothavong, 29, announces she is to retire from professional tennis

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/13 at 5:44 am

DISABILITY SPORT

Ireland's Jason Smyth breaks his own Championship record in the T13 100m at IPC World Athletics Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/13 at 5:44 am

BOXING

Olympic gold medallist boxer Anthony Joshua is turning professional after leaving the GB amateur boxing programme

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/13 at 5:47 am

EXTREME SWIMMING

Five Canadian women aged 18-61 have begun a relay swim of the length of frigid Lake Ontario, a feat never before accomplished.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/13 at 8:10 am

UEFA Women's European Championship

July 24th Semi-Final
Sweden v Germany

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/13 at 8:24 am

OPEN GOLF

https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/1003706_10151741729669784_2088061543_n.jpg

Seen at the Open Golf Tournament last Sunday, need I say more?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/13 at 9:05 am

CYCLING

Sir Bradley Wiggins confirmed in Team Sky's squad for Tour of Poland, which begins on Saturday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/13 at 4:59 am

FORMULA 1

Sebastian Vettel is fastest in first practice for the Hungarian Grand Prix, with Jenson Button sixth

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/13 at 5:00 am

OLYMPICS

In a BBC Survey, more than two-thirds of the UK public believe the £8.77bn cost of the London Olympics was worth the money

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/13 at 5:05 am

UEFA Women's European Championship

Semi-Final Results
Sweden 0 v 1 Germany
Norway 1 v 1 Denmark (Norway Ladies win 4-2 on penalties)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/13 at 6:06 am

HORSE RACING

Britain's leading female jockey Hayley Turner faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines after breaking an ankle in a fall

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/13 at 5:21 am

ATHLETICS

Usain Bolt wins 100m in a season-best time of 9.85 seconds at Anniversary Games in London; James Dasaolu pulls out

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/13 at 5:22 am

DISABILITY SPORT

Sixteen-year-old Sophie Kamlesh wins bronze for GB in the T44 200m at the IPC World Athletics Championships in Lyon

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/13 at 8:50 am

ANNIVERSARY GAMES

Jessica Ennis-Hill finishes fourth in 100m hurdles, won by Australia's Sally Pearson

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/13 at 8:51 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton is on pole position for the Hungarian Grand Prix ahead of Sebastian Vettel

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/13 at 8:51 am

DIVING

Tom Daley qualifies in 13th place for the 10m platform semi-final at the World Championships but is treated for a tricep injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/13 at 10:56 am

ANNIVERSARY GAMES

Mo Farah wins 3,000m in a personal best time of 7:36.86; Jessica Ennis-Hill fourth in 100m hurdles

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/13 at 4:29 am

Germany goalkeeper Nadine Angerer saves two penalties as her side beat Norway 1-0 in the European Championship final in Stockholm.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/13 at 4:29 am

GOLF

American Mark Wiebe beats Bernard Langer on the fifth play-off hole to win the British Senior Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/13 at 7:53 am

FORMULA 1

Bernie Ecclestone says "political" issues with the race mean he does not expect an Indian Grand Prix in 2014

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/13 at 7:54 am

DIVING

Olympic bronze medallist Tom Daley will turn to a psychologist after admitting he suffers "panic" over one of his dives

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/13 at 9:35 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

Ecuador striker Christian Benitez, who played for Birmingham City in 2009-10, has died at the age of 27

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Written By: warped on 07/29/13 at 1:55 pm

Baseball:

According to the NY daily news: Alex Rodriguez is facing a lifetime ban from Major League Baseball due to what is reportedly "voluminous evidence" in connection to the Biogenesis scandal. MLB is, however, offering a deal. If A-Rod takes his medicine now and doesn't fight a suspension, he'll be suspended for the rest of this season and all of next season. That would mean A-Rod could return to the Yankees in 2015. The report indicates MLB wants to hear back from A-Rod on the matter by Monday. :o

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/13 at 2:30 am

Baseball:

According to the NY daily news: Alex Rodriguez is facing a lifetime ban from Major League Baseball due to what is reportedly "voluminous evidence" in connection to the Biogenesis scandal. MLB is, however, offering a deal. If A-Rod takes his medicine now and doesn't fight a suspension, he'll be suspended for the rest of this season and all of next season. That would mean A-Rod could return to the Yankees in 2015. The report indicates MLB wants to hear back from A-Rod on the matter by Monday. :o
What did Alex Rodriguez do wrong?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/13 at 2:30 am

RUGBY UNION

The RFU refuses to reduce Leicester director of rugby Richard Cockerill's nine-game ban for poor behaviour in Premiership final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/13 at 2:31 am

WORLD CUP CRICKET

England are drawn in the same group as co-hosts Australia and New Zealand for the 2015 Cricket World Cup.

Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, plus two associate nations from the qualifying tournaments, will join them in Pool A of the 14-team tournament.

Holders India, South Africa, Pakistan, West Indies, Zimbabwe, Ireland and a qualifier will compete in Pool B.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/13 at 2:47 am

ATHLETICS

Great Britain's middle-distance hero Mo Farah has cheekily challenged sprint king Usain Bolt to a fun race over 600m - but who would win?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/13 at 3:55 am

ATHLETICS

Olympic long jump gold medallist Greg Rutherford added to GB & NI World Championships squad after passing fitness tests

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/13 at 7:04 am

ATHLETICS

Christine Ohuruogu named as GB & NI captain for August's World Championships in Moscow

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/13 at 8:36 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Dunfermline are saved from liquidation after creditors waived their right to £10m of money owed to them by the Fife club. The club, which had been in administration since March, has struck a Company Voluntary Arrangement to finally end months of uncertainty. Gavin Masterton, the club's former owner, abstained from the CVA vote, effectively giving up his claim to around £8.5m owed to him and his companies. However, the agreement means that players and staff that are due salary payments dating back to last year will be paid in full.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/13 at 10:30 am

HORSE RACING

Garswood, the favourite, holds off Caspar Netscher to win the Lennox Stakes on the first day of Glorious Goodwood

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/13 at 2:39 pm

SWIMMING

Lithuanian Ruta Meilutyte, 16, adds the 100m breaststroke world title to her world record and Olympic gold

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/13 at 2:16 am

WORLD CRICKET

Former India seamer S Sreesanth is charged with 38 others over a spot-fixing scandal in the Indian Premier League

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/13 at 2:16 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Celtic complete the signing of Ajax winger Derk Boerrigter before Tuesday's Champions League transfer deadline

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/13 at 9:18 am

HORSE RACING

Toronado, ridden by Richard Hughes, edges out Dawn Approach to win Sussex Stakes at Goodwood

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/13 at 10:57 am

DIVING

Britain's Gary Hunt claims High Dive silver at the World Championships in Barcelona

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/13 at 3:09 am

TENNIS

Martina Hingis makes winning return to tennis after six-year absence with doubles victory at the Southern California Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/13 at 3:10 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Real Madrid are in talks to sign Tottenham forward Gareth Bale, the Spanish side's coach Carlo Ancelotti says

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/13 at 3:11 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Celtic beat Swedish side Elfsborg 1-0 in the first leg of the Champions League third qualifying round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/13 at 3:11 am

TENNIS

British number one Laura Robson beaten 6-1 6-2 by Petra Kvitova in the third round of the Southern California Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/13 at 12:17 pm

MOTOGP

Cal Crutchlow will leave his Tech 3 Yamaha team at the end of the season after signing a two-year deal with Ducati

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/13 at 12:18 pm

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton has not yet reached his ultimate potential with Mercedes, according to team boss Ross Brawn

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/13 at 12:18 pm

RUGBY UNION

England coach Stuart Lancaster names six new players in his elite squad but James Haskell is among those to miss out

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Written By: warped on 08/01/13 at 4:11 pm

MLB: George "Boomer" Scott passed away on July 28th. He was 69.

http://www.survivinggrady.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/George_Scott-600x467.jpg

A very good player he was. Led the AL in Home Runs and RBI's in 1975. 3 time all-star and 8 time gold glove winner.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/02/13 at 1:03 am

ATHLETICS

Jessica Ennis-Hill likely to be out of action with injury for 12 to 15 weeks, her coach Toni Minichiello says

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/02/13 at 1:03 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL Wilfried Bony scores twice on his Swansea debut in a 4-0 Europa League qualifying win over Swedish side Malmo

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Written By: warped on 08/02/13 at 2:28 am

What did Alex Rodriguez do wrong?

He took a banned substance called "Steroids". He confessed he did that years ago and stopped, but he failed tests again since his confession.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/02/13 at 2:31 am

He took a banned substance called "Steroids". He confessed he did that years ago and stopped, but he failed tests again since his confession.
Thanks. It seems drug taking is prominent in sport these days with Lance Armstrong and the recent athletes, can it ever be stopped?

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Written By: warped on 08/02/13 at 2:43 am

Thanks. It seems drug taking is prominent in sport these days with Lance Armstrong and the recent athletes, can it ever be stopped?

No. But it can be contained a lot better. For team sports, if clubs were fined lots of money when one of their players were caught, that might help.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/02/13 at 3:35 am

No. But it can be contained a lot better. For team sports, if clubs were fined lots of money when one of their players were caught, that might help.
For some clubs money is available in excessive amounts, if the team is playing in a league basis, have point reduction would be more severe, especially under that situation the team is relegated to a lower division.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/02/13 at 5:15 am

GOLF - WOMEN'S OPEN

Japan's Miki Saiki has a one shot lead on day two at St Andrews ahead of Morgan Pressel of the United States.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/02/13 at 9:32 am

More than 70,000 cyclists are preparing to take part in the "biggest road cycling event ever in the UK" - to be held in London this weekend. The highlight of the RideLondon festival is a 100-mile race from London through Surrey, which will take place on Sunday. People in the city have been warned about disruption on the roads. Transport for London said residents should not "get caught out" and should plan their travel in advance.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/02/13 at 9:33 am

HORSE RACING

Wentworth wins the Betfred Mile at Glorious Goodwood for in-form jockey Richard Hughes

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/02/13 at 9:34 am

JUDO

Karina Bryant, a bronze medallist at the London 2012 Olympics, announces her retirement

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: warped on 08/02/13 at 1:45 pm

For some clubs money is available in excessive amounts, if the team is playing in a league basis, have point reduction would be more severe, especially under that situation the team is relegated to a lower division.

Relegate them to a lower division. That is a great way to punish the teams. It might work better in European soccer because there is a 1st, 2nd, 3rd division and so on. Not so with North American sports though.
A point reduction penalty would scare teams into signing potential steroid users, but I`m not sure the owners and players associations would agree to that , when they get together and bargain for a new contract within their respective sports league.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/02/13 at 1:59 pm

Relegate them to a lower division. That is a great way to punish the teams. It might work better in European soccer because there is a 1st, 2nd, 3rd division and so on. Not so with North American sports though.
A point reduction penalty would scare teams into signing potential steroid users, but I`m not sure the owners and players associations would agree to that , when they get together and bargain for a new contract within their respective sports league.
There has been a list of British athletes that have found to be using drugs and were banned for the sport. Back in the old days, athletes were amateurs and therefore not paid for winning etc. These days athletes are sponsored and paid appearance money, the sponsorship would be taken away from them and considered disgraced in the sport. Linford Christie denied using a performance-enhancing substance, was banned for two years, which brought on an early retirement, but now he is a successful coach and was Lonodn 2012 Olympic correspondent for CNN.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/02/13 at 2:00 pm

There has been a list of British athletes that have found to be using drugs and were banned for the sport. Back in the old days, athletes were amateurs and therefore not paid for winning etc. These days athletes are sponsored and paid appearance money, the sponsorship would be taken away from them and considered disgraced in the sport. Linford Christie denied using a performance-enhancing substance, was banned for two years, which brought on an early retirement, but now he is a successful coach and was Lonodn 2012 Olympic correspondent for CNN.
Regarding Linford Christie from wiki

"The BOA (British Olympic Association) has confirmed that their ban on Olympic accreditation for Christie remains in place. He was, however, invited to be one of the carriers of the 2012 Olympic Torch on its journey through London, although he was unable to accept because of coaching commitments"

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/03/13 at 8:49 am

GOLF - WOMEN'S OPEN

Play suspended in third round of Women's British Open because of high winds.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/03/13 at 2:28 pm

CYCLING

Sir Bradley Wiggins wins the time trial in Tour of Poland by 56 seconds

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/03/13 at 2:28 pm

SWIMMING

Francesca Halsall finishes fourth in 50m butterfly final to leave Britain still waiting for medal at World Championships in Barcelona

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/03/13 at 2:29 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Defending champions Celtic narrowly beat Ross County 2-1 in their opening game of the Scottish Premiership

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/13 at 1:35 am

TENNIS

Britain's Johanna Konta wins women's singles title at Vancouver Open but Daniel Evans loses in men's final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/13 at 1:36 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Rangers chairman Walter Smith is on the brink of quitting Ibrox following infighting at the club

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/13 at 1:36 am

GOLF

Former world number one Laura Davies misses her first Solheim Cup but 17-year-old Charley Hull is a wildcard pick

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HORSE RACING

Jockey Simone Montgomerie dies following a fall at the Darwin Cup meeting in Australia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/13 at 11:40 am

ATHLETICS

The Turkish Athletics Federation suspends 31 track and field athletes for two years each for doping violations

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/13 at 2:54 pm

Baseball:

According to the NY daily news: Alex Rodriguez is facing a lifetime ban from Major League Baseball due to what is reportedly "voluminous evidence" in connection to the Biogenesis scandal. MLB is, however, offering a deal. If A-Rod takes his medicine now and doesn't fight a suspension, he'll be suspended for the rest of this season and all of next season. That would mean A-Rod could return to the Yankees in 2015. The report indicates MLB wants to hear back from A-Rod on the matter by Monday. :o
Baseball's highest paid star, Alex Rodriguez, has been suspended for 211 games, along with 12 other athletes, in the wake of a doping investigation.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/13 at 2:36 am

Baseball:

According to the NY daily news: Alex Rodriguez is facing a lifetime ban from Major League Baseball due to what is reportedly "voluminous evidence" in connection to the Biogenesis scandal. MLB is, however, offering a deal. If A-Rod takes his medicine now and doesn't fight a suspension, he'll be suspended for the rest of this season and all of next season. That would mean A-Rod could return to the Yankees in 2015. The report indicates MLB wants to hear back from A-Rod on the matter by Monday. :o

Baseball's highest paid star, Alex Rodriguez, has been suspended for 211 games, along with 12 other athletes, in the wake of a doping investigation.
How many games are there to a usual baseball season?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/13 at 6:02 am

Britain's most decorated gymnast Beth Tweddle retires a year to the day after winning bronze at London 2012

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/13 at 7:49 am

GOLF

World number one Tiger Woods resumed his early morning major routine on Tuesday, ahead of the 95th US PGA Championship at Oak Hill.

Woods' tendency to start his practice rounds almost as soon as the sun is up has upset spectators in the past, with customers paying for tickets but often finding that he had finished and left the premises before they had arrived.

But the 14-time major winner was prevented from doing so in the Open at Muirfield last month, being forced to follow the rules which stated that the course was not open until 0700 BST after attempting to tee off 10 minutes early. Woods made light of the incident at the time and had no such problems at Oak Hill, teeing off alone at 6:22am local time and starting from the 10th tee.

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Written By: warped on 08/06/13 at 7:53 am

How many games are there to a usual baseball season?

162 games a season, not including playoffs.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/13 at 7:54 am

162 games a season, not including playoffs.
That is a lot of games, so it is about a 1½ years ban?

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Written By: ninny on 08/07/13 at 8:43 am

The PGA championship is practically in my back yard (well 42 miles to be exact). Will Tiger win the last big championship? Good thing I didn't buy tickets as my husbands boss is going on vacation and he has to work all weekend.

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Written By: nally on 08/07/13 at 4:04 pm

Baseball's highest paid star, Alex Rodriguez, has been suspended for 211 games, along with 12 other athletes, in the wake of a doping investigation.

Yet he chose to appeal the suspension.... ::)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/09/13 at 6:13 am

Yet he chose to appeal the suspension.... ::)
Please keep us informed on this.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/09/13 at 6:13 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Arsenal have drawn Fenerbahce and Celtic Kazakhstan’s Shakhter Karagandy in the Champions League play-off round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/09/13 at 6:14 am

RUGBY UNION

Northampton captain Dylan Hartley says he wants to repay the faith that coaches of club and country have shown in him.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/09/13 at 6:14 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

St Johnstone beaten 3-2 by Minsk on penalties after losing 1-0 on the night (1-1 on agg) in Europa League qualifying round

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Written By: ninny on 08/10/13 at 6:44 am

Golf: Jason Dufner shot a record breaking 63 at Oak Hill for the PGA Championship second round. The course seems a lot quicker than what it normally plays so the last 2 rounds should be interesting.

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Written By: ninny on 08/11/13 at 5:59 pm

Golf: Congratulations to Jason Dufner for his first major win at the PGA Championship with a total of 270 (-10) :)

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Written By: nally on 08/11/13 at 11:36 pm

Please keep us informed on this.

Will probably do so, in the MLB thread. But I do know that he hit his first home run of the season today (Sunday) in NY. It was also his first home run since last September.

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Written By: nally on 08/11/13 at 11:40 pm

Golf: Congratulations to Jason Dufner for his first major win at the PGA Championship with a total of 270 (-10) :)

Excellent!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/13 at 11:09 am

HORSE RACING

Declaration of War, ridden by Joseph O’Brien, wins the International Stakes at York

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/13 at 11:10 am

HOCKEY

England's men book their place in the European Championship semi-finals with a 2-2 draw against Ireland in Belgium

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/13 at 4:10 am

TENNIS

Russian Maria Sharapova pulls out of next week's US Open because of an inflammation in her right shoulder

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/13 at 4:18 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Arsenal beat Fenerbahce 3-0 in Champions League play-off first leg, Chelsea 2-1 Aston Villa in Premier League

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/13 at 9:40 am

RUGBY UNION

England captain Chris Robshaw signs an extension to his deal at Harlequins, keeping him at the club until 2016

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/13 at 9:40 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Tottenham and Real Madrid in talks over deal that could see Gareth Bale become the world's most expensive player

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/13 at 12:05 pm

TENNIS

Defending champion Andy Murray is drawn against France's Michael Llodra in the first round of the US Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/13 at 1:43 pm

EQUESTRIAN

Great Britain's showjumpers add the European team title to their London 2012 gold with victory in Denmark

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Written By: Howard on 08/22/13 at 1:47 pm

WRESTLING

John Cena, the most hardest working wrestler for the past 12 years in the WWE will be out for 4-6 months due to a torn tricep.

http://s1.ibtimes.com/sites/www.ibtimes.com/files/styles/v2_article_large/public/2013/08/20/john-cena-injury.jpg

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/13 at 1:59 am

ATHLETICS

US sprinter Tyson Gay's positive drug test was for a banned steroid that carries a two-year suspension

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/13 at 1:59 am

HOCKEY

England women reach EuroHockey final with 3-2 penalty shootout victory over the Netherlands after their match finished 1-1

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/13 at 2:00 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Roberto Soldado continued his fine start at Tottenham by scoring twice as his side outclassed a poor Dinamo Tbilisi to take control of their Europa League qualifying play-off tie.

Dinamo Tbilisi 0 - 5 Tottenham

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/13 at 6:57 am

FORMULA 1

Ferrari's Fernando Alonso is fastest during a rain-hit first practice for the Belgian GP, with Scotland’s Paul Di Resta in second

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/13 at 6:57 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Striker Kenny Miller retires from international football at the age of 33

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/13 at 6:58 am

TENNIS

Britons Elena Baltacha, Dan Evans and James Ward are just one match away from the US Open main draw after qualifying wins

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/13 at 8:58 am

FORMULA 1

Sebastian Vettel is fastest during the second practice session for the Belgian Grand Prix, with Lewis Hamilton 12th

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/13 at 9:18 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Celtic manager Neil Lennon has agreed a new deal with the Scottish champions

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/13 at 9:18 am

FORMULA 1

F1 world champions Red Bull say they are considering other drivers than Kimi Raikkonen and Daniel Ricciardo for 2014

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/13 at 11:51 am

HORSE RACING

Outsider Jwala pulls off a shock victory in the Nunthorpe Stakes at York's Ebor Festival

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/13 at 3:18 pm

HOCKEY

England are beaten 3-0 by hosts Belgium in the second men's semi-final at the EuroHockey Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/13 at 3:18 pm

FORMULA 1

Drivers are demanding reassurances that Pirelli's tyres are safe, following two failures in Belgian Grand Prix practice

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/24/13 at 7:02 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Real Madrid offer Spurs two bid options for Gareth Bale, a smaller upfront fee or a larger one with structured payments

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/24/13 at 7:02 am

FORMULA 1

Michelin is in the frame to be Formula 1’s tyre supplier in 2014 following discussions with governing body the FIA

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/24/13 at 7:02 am

RUGBY UNION

New Zealand retain Bledisloe Cup and maintain 100% start to Rugby Championship with 27-16 win over Australia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/24/13 at 7:03 am

HOCKEY

Scotland’s women beat Ireland 3-1 in Belgium to stay in the top flight of European hockey. Ireland are relegated

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/24/13 at 7:03 am

TENNIS

Britain's Dan Ward qualifies for the main draw at the US Open, but Elena Baltacha and James Ward are both beaten

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/24/13 at 7:59 am

MOTOPGP

Britain's Cal Crutchlow takes his second pole position of the season for Sunday's Czech Republic MotoGP

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/24/13 at 7:59 am

EQUESTRIAN

GB’s Ben Maher second behind Roger Yves Bost after round one of the individual final at the European Showjumping Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/24/13 at 8:54 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton takes pole position in the wet for the Belgian Grand Prix, with Force India’s Paul Di Resta fifth

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/24/13 at 11:38 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Wigan Warriors beat Hull FC 16-0 at Wembley to lift Challenge Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/24/13 at 11:38 am

HOCKEY

England miss out on EuroHockey gold after losing 2-0 on penalties to Germany in the final following a 4-4 draw in normal time

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/13 at 4:26 am

GOLF

Matt Kuchar and Gary Woodland share the overnight lead going into the final round of The Barclays in New Jersey

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/13 at 4:26 am

CYCLING

Lance Armstrong agrees a settlement with the Sunday Times after it sued him for about £1m, the paper announces

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/13 at 6:20 am

WORLD CRICKET

Snicko could be used in the Ashes in Australia this year following umpiring controversies, says ICC chief Dave Richardson

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/13 at 6:54 am

MOTOGP

Spaniard Marc Marquez wins in Czech Republic to claim his fourth straight victory, extending his championship lead

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/13 at 8:12 am

HOCKEY

England’s men miss out on EuroHockey bronze as they are beaten 3-2 by Netherlands in their third-place play-off

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/13 at 8:12 am

BOXING

Former undisputed heavyweight world champion Mike Tyson claims he is "on the verge of dying" from ongoing drug and alcohol problems.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/13 at 8:39 am

FORMULA 1

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel wins Belgian Grand Prix to extend his championship lead. Alonso second, Hamilton third

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/13 at 2:52 pm

CYCLING

Ireland's Nicolas Roche, son of former Tour winner Stephen Roche, wins stage two of Vuelta. Vincenzo Nibali into lead

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/13 at 2:52 pm

TRIATHLON

Briton Alistair Brownlee wins Stockholm World Series event, brother Jonny third

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/13 at 2:53 pm

GOLF

England's Tommy Fleetwood wins first European Tour title after play-off with Stephen Gallacher and Ricardo Gonzalez at Gleneagles

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/26/13 at 3:55 am

GOLF

Adam Scott wins Barclays tournament by one from Tiger Woods, Justin Rose, Gary Woodland and Graham DeLaet

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/26/13 at 7:58 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Tottenham have received offers from more than one club for Real Madrid target Gareth Bale. According to senior sources at White Hart Lane, Real's £86m bid for the 24-year-old Welshman is not the only one being considered.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/26/13 at 9:37 am

US OPEN TENNIS

It is day one of the US Open at Flushing Meadows, where Britain's Laura Robson and Dan Evans are in action.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/26/13 at 9:43 am

US OPEN TENNIS

It is day one of the US Open at Flushing Meadows, where Britain's Laura Robson and Dan Evans are in action.
Nadal, Williams and Federer also in action. Murray begins title defence on Wednesday

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Written By: nally on 08/26/13 at 10:28 am

Little League World Series:
Team Japan defeats Chula Vista, CA, 6-4, for the 2013 title.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/26/13 at 11:43 am

US OPEN TENNIS

Britain's Laura Robson beats Spain's Lourdes Dominguez Lino 7-5 6-0 in round one of the US Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/26/13 at 12:32 pm

US OPEN TENNIS

Unseeded Briton Dan Evans beats 11th seed Kei Nishikori of Japan 6-4 6-4 6-2 to reach second round of US Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/26/13 at 1:38 pm

US OPEN TENNIS

Guillaume Rufin takes victory in the first five-setter of the 2013 US Open, the Frenchman beating Jan-Lennard Struff of Germany 7-6 (7-4) 6-3 2-6 2-6 6-1. American Jamie Hampton, the 23rd seed, cruised through with a 6-4 6-2 victory over Lara Arruabarrena.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/26/13 at 1:38 pm

US OPEN TENNIS

Dmitry Tursunov, the 32nd seed, beats Aljaz Bedene of Slovenia 7-5 4-6 6-3 6-0 while 23rd seed Feliciano Lopez of Spain beats Florent Serra 6-7 (7-4) 6-2 6-3 6-3 to advance to the second round.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/26/13 at 1:42 pm

US OPEN TENNIS

Two-time champion Venus Williams is back with a bang at the US Open as she beats Kirsten Flipkens, the 12th seed, 6-1 6-2. The match was more competitive than the score-line suggests, but Williams won't mind - she's in the second round of her home tournament.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/26/13 at 1:51 pm

US OPEN TENNIS

So Rafael Nadal, the second seed, is the next on Arthur Ashe. The 2010 US Open champion takes on Ryan Harrison of the United States. The crowd has thinned out a bit, fans clearly taking the opportunity to stretch their legs and grab a bite to eat before the Spaniard graces the court.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/26/13 at 2:57 pm

US OPEN TENNIS

Sabine Lisicki, who reached the final of Wimbledon this summer, beat Vera Dushevina 6-2 7-6 (7-3) to advance to the second round while Stephane Robert of France beat Albano Olivetti 6-3 6-3 6-4.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/26/13 at 2:57 pm

US OPEN TENNIS

GAME AND FIRST SET - *Harrison 4-6 Nadal

Nadal pumps his fist as he brings up two set points as Harrison clocks up another error. The American then sends a forehand sailing past the baseline to gift Nadal the game and the set. All rather easy for the second seed right now. Harrison has hit more winners in the match so far - at 11 to 7 - but he's also hit more unforced errors - 16-9.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/13 at 10:42 am

US OPEN TENNIS (Yesterday)

Rafael Nadal (Spa) bt Ryan Harrison (USA) 6-4 6-2 6-2

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/13 at 10:43 am

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL

Ross Barkley and Andros Townsend named in England squad for World Cup qualifiers against Moldova and Ukraine

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/13 at 1:03 pm

US OPEN TENNIS

It's all over on Arthur Ashe as seventh seed Petra Kvitova beats Misaki Doi of Japan 6-2 3-6 6-1. The Czech player lost her way in the second set, and even had her serve broken at 4-0 up in the third, but she got it back together to break back and then hold serve to clinch an appearance in the second round.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/13 at 1:03 pm

TENNIS

Former Olympic champion Nicolas Massu of Chile has announced his retirement from professional tennis.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/13 at 1:04 pm

US OPEN TENNIS

GAME, SET AND MATCH

Russian Elena Vesnina hits seven winners and just one unforced error on her way to a 6-1 6-1 demolition of Germany's Annika Beck. The 22nd seed will play either Karin Knapp of Italy or qualifier Grace Min of the United States.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/13 at 1:05 pm

US OPEN TENNIS

GAME, SET AND MATCH

German Philipp Kohlschreiber drops just five games on his way to a 6-1 6-3 6-1 victory over Collin Altamirano of the United States. The 22nd seed will play either Albert Montanes or Edouard Roger-Vasselin in the second round.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/13 at 1:05 pm

US OPEN TENNIS

GAME, SET AND MATCH

Canadian Milos Raonic fires down a 134mph ace to beat Italy's Thomas Fabbiano in straight sets - 6-3 7-6 (8-6) 6-3 - and set up a second round tie with Pablo Andujar of Spain.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/13 at 1:06 pm

US OPEN TENNIS

GAME, SET AND MATCH

Julien Benneteau beats Michal Prysiezny 6-4 5-7 6-4 6-4 in two hours 44 minutes out on Court 4. The 31st seed will play either Sergiy Stakhovsky or Jeremy Chardy in the second round with a potential clash with fifth seed Tomas Berdych in the round three.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/13 at 9:09 am

WINTER SPORTS

British alpine skier Chemmy Alcott re-breaks her leg while training as part of her Sochi 2014 preparations

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/13 at 9:10 am

Nadal, Williams and Federer also in action. Murray begins title defence on Wednesday
Have to find out what time Andy Murray should be on court.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/13 at 9:32 am

US OPEN TENNIS

Heather Watson becomes the first Briton to be knocked out of the US Open as she loses to Simona Halep in round one.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/13 at 9:33 am

Have to find out what time Andy Murray should be on court.
Arthur Ashe Stadium

Arvidsson (Swe) v Li (Chn) Women's Singles
Garcia-Lopez (Spa) v Del Potro (Arg) Men's Singles
S Williams (US) v Voskoboeva (Kaz) Women's Singles
Murray (GB) v Llodra (Fra) Men's Singles
U Radwanska (Pol) v Stephens (US) Women's Singles

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/13 at 1:27 pm

US OPEN TENNIS

Play is suspended at the US Open because of rain and the threat of lightning

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/13 at 2:31 pm

US OPEN TENNIS

Play is suspended at the US Open because of rain and the threat of lightning
Heather Watson's second-round match at the US Open is delayed after play is suspended because of rain

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/13 at 2:31 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Roma claim they have agreed to sell Argentina forward Erik Lamela to Spurs for an initial 30m euros

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/13 at 4:31 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Celtic qualify for the group stages of the Champions League with a 3-0 win (3-2 agg) over Shakhter Karagandy

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/29/13 at 3:51 pm

MOTO GP

Britain's Scott Redding will move up to MotoGP in 2014 after signing a two-year contract with Gresini Honda

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/29/13 at 3:52 pm

US OPEN TENNIS

Defending champion Serena Williams eases into round three of the US Open with a 6-3 6-0 win against Galina Voskoboeva.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/29/13 at 3:52 pm

US OPEN TENNIS

Defending champion Andy Murray reached the second round of the US Open with less than an hour of the third day remaining as he beat France's Michael Llodra in Wednesday's night session.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/13 at 1:45 am

US OPEN TENNIS

Britain's Dan Evans shocks Bernard Tomic 1-6 6-3 7-6 (7-4) 6-3 to reach round three of the US Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/13 at 7:03 am

MOTOGP

Spain's Marc Marquez tops first practice at the British Grand Prix at Silverstone for Repsol Honda

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/13 at 7:04 am

TENNIS

French number one Jo-Wilfried Tsonga splits with Australian coach Roger Rasheed after just a year together.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/13 at 12:57 pm

US OPEN TENNIS

Britain's Laura Robson is beaten 6-2 7-5 in the third round of the US Open by Chinese fifth seed Li Na

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/13 at 12:57 pm

MOTOGP

World champion Jorge Lorenzo beats title rivals Marc Marquez and Dani Pedrosa to be fastest in practice for the British Grand Prix

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/13 at 12:58 pm

GOLF

Former Ryder Cup captain Bernard Gallacher is in a "critical" condition in hospital. The 64-year-old former golfer is being treated in Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, NHS Grampian has confirmed.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/13 at 3:43 pm

US OPEN TENNIS

Fifth seed Tomas Berdych came through 7-6 (7-3) 7-6 (7-3) 6-3 in two hours and 45 minutes. Denis Kudla put up one heck of a fight, though.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/13 at 3:44 pm

US OPEN TENNIS

Novak Djokovic is into round three after a big serve wraps up a straight-sets win over Benjamin Becker. Djokovic had to save two set points in the first set but was never in trouble after that. The top seed wins 7-6 (7-2) 6-2 6-2 in one hour and 48 minutes and he will play Jarkko Nieminen of Finland or Joao Sousa of Portugal in the last 32.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/13 at 7:21 am

ROWING

Olympic champion Helen Glover and new team-mate Polly Swann win world gold in the women's pair in South Korea

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/13 at 7:23 am

US OPEN TENNIS

Former champion Lleyton Hewitt beats another ex-champion Juan Martin Del Potro to reach the third round of the US Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/13 at 7:27 am

US OPEN TENNIS

Defending champion Andy Murray beats Leonardo Mayer 7-5 6-1 3-6 6-1 to reach the third round of the US Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/13 at 12:18 pm

US OPEN TENNIS

Alison Riske made light work of beating former Wimbledon champion and seventh seed Petra Kvitova, who is apparently feeling under the weather. The youngster from Pittsburgh beat the Czech 6-3 6-0.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/13 at 4:13 pm

US OPEN TENNIS

Second seed Victoria Azerenka comes from a set down to beat Alize Cornet and reach the fourth round of the US Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/13 at 4:14 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Rafael Nadal beats Ivan Dodig in straight sets to book his place in the fourth round of the US Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/13 at 12:56 pm

GOLF

Frenchman Gregory Bourdy wins the Wales Open at Celtic Manor by two shots from American Peter Uihlein

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MOTOGP

Reigning world champion Jorge Lorenzo wins the British Grand Prix at Silverstone

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ROWING

Britain wins gold in the men's eight at the World Championships in South Korea

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EVENTING

Britain’s William Fox-Pitt wins bronze in the individual event at the European Eventing Championships in Malmo, Sweden

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/13 at 1:33 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Real Madrid sign forward Gareth Bale from Tottenham in £85m world record deal

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/13 at 2:53 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Defending champion Andy Murray beats Florian Mayer 7-7 (7-2) 6-2 6-2 to reach the US Open fourth round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/13 at 2:54 pm

US OPEN TENNIS

Defending champion Andy Murray beats Leonardo Mayer 7-5 6-1 3-6 6-1 to reach the third round of the US Open

US OPEN TENNIS:

Defending champion Andy Murray beats Florian Mayer 7-7 (7-2) 6-2 6-2 to reach the US Open fourth round
Andy Murray has beaten two players in successive rounds with the surname Mayer, is this a record?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/13 at 2:57 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE

Huddersfield beat Wakefield 40-0 in Super League to win the league leaders' shield for the first time in 81 years

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/02/13 at 2:38 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Defending champion Serena Williams beats Sloane Stephens 6-4 6-1 to reach the US Open quarter-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/02/13 at 8:19 am

CYCLING

Britain's Lora Turnham and Corrine Hall add road-race silver to time-trial gold at the Para-cycling Road World Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/02/13 at 8:20 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Former world player of the year Kaka leaves Real Madrid to rejoin former club AC Milan on what is believed to be a free transfer

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/02/13 at 3:26 pm

FORMULA 1

Red Bull confirm Toro Rosso's Daniel Ricciardo will be the team's new driver and replace Mark Webber next season

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/02/13 at 3:26 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Heavy rain delays play at the US Open, where Victoria Azarenka & Roger Federer are due on court today

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/13 at 2:53 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Britain's Colin Fleming & Jonathan Marray lose 7-6 (9-7) 6-4 to Bob & Mike Bryan in men's doubles

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/13 at 2:53 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Roger Federer is knocked out of the men's singles by Spain's Tommy Robredo 7-6 (7-3) 6-3 6-4

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/13 at 2:54 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Second seed Rafael Nadal recovers from a set down to beat German's Philippe Kohlschreiber 6-7 (4-7) 6-4 6-3 6

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/13 at 8:42 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Wakefield chairman Michael Carter admits they may be forced to sell more players in order to balance the books

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/13 at 1:08 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Victoria Azarenka beats Ana Ivanovic 4-6 6-3 6-4 to reach US Open quarter-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/06/13 at 3:56 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Defending champion Andy Murray crashes out of US Open at quarter-final stage to an inspired Stanislas Wawrinka, 6-4, 6-3, 6-2

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/06/13 at 3:56 am

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL

Southampton striker Rickie Lambert will make his full England debut in the World Cup qualifier against Moldova on Friday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/06/13 at 3:57 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Leeds Rhinos secure third spot in Super League with 20-6 win at Wigan Warriors

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/06/13 at 5:24 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Novak Djokovic beats Russia's Mikhail Youzhny 6-3 6-2 3-6 6-0 in the quarter-finals of the US Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/06/13 at 1:07 pm

FORMULA 1

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel heads team-mate Mark Webber in second practice at the Italian GP

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/06/13 at 1:09 pm

CYCLING

France's Warren Barguil broke clear in the final kilometre to win stage 13 of the Vuelta a Espana in Castelldefels.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/06/13 at 2:56 pm

ATHLETICS

Usain Bolt wins 100m in 9.80secs in season's Diamond League finale

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/06/13 at 3:51 pm

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL

FULL-TIME- England 4-0 Moldova

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/13 at 5:20 am

RUGBY UNION

New Zealand extend 100% start to Rugby Championship with hard-fought 28-13 win over Argentina in Hamilton

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/13 at 5:21 am

FORMULA 1

Sebastian Vettel is fastest in final practice for the Italian Grand Prix

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/13 at 5:21 am

HORSE RACING

British jockey Martin Dwyer's eight-month ban is reduced to eight weeks after an appeal to racing stewards in India

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/13 at 5:22 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Defending champion Serena Williams will face Victoria Azarenka in a rematch of 2012's US Open final on Sunday after they swept through their semi-finals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/13 at 5:23 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal, seeded one and two, expect to be tested in their US Open semi-finals on Saturday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/13 at 5:23 am

TENNIS

The father of Australian tennis player Bernard Tomic has been sentenced to eight months in prison for assaulting his son's training partner before the Madrid Open in May.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/13 at 7:02 am

OLYMPICS

Istanbul, Tokyo and Madrid battle it out in Buenos Aires to decide who will host the 2020 Olympics and Paralympics.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/13 at 7:05 am

RUGBY UNION

South Africa thrash Wallabies 38-12 - their record win in a Test in Australia and first in Brisbane for 42 years

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/13 at 7:09 am

TENNIS

Wimbledon champion Andy Murray needs to set himself new challenges after losing his US Open title with defeat in the quarter-finals, says Boris Becker.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/13 at 7:39 am

GOLF

US captain Fred Couples picks 20-year-old Jordan Spieth for next month's Presidents Cup against the International team.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/13 at 7:53 am

OLYMPICS

Wrestling's bid to be reinstated as an Olympic sport has been dealt a blow after its international federation was officially warned for breaching rules. The sport is vying with squash and baseball/softball to be included in the 2020 Games in Sunday's vote after being dropped by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in February. "An official warning was sent on Friday 30 August," an IOC letter to the three international federations stated. "The matter is now considered closed." It added: "It was recently brought to our attention that the wrestling federation and an organisation supporting them engaged in activities that were not in line with the 'Rules of Conduct for the international federations seeking inclusion in the Olympic programme'." Wrestling is the front-runner to win the contest, which will be decided during the IOC's 125th session in Buenos Aires.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/13 at 8:45 am

FORMULA 1

Sebastian Vettel is on pole position for the Italian Grand Prix, with Lewis Hamilton in 12th

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/13 at 8:45 am

FORMULA 1

Sebastian Vettel is on pole position for the Italian Grand Prix, with Lewis Hamilton in 12th
“I drove like an idiot," says Lewis Hamilton of his dismal qualifying

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/13 at 12:27 pm

GOLF

Scotsman Craig Lee comes within a shot of equalling the lowest European Tour round but a 61 sees him lead the European Masters

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/13 at 12:32 pm

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL

England striker Daniel Sturridge is ruled out of Tuesday’s pivotal World Cup qualifier against Ukraine with a thigh injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/13 at 1:43 pm

HORSE RACING

The Fugue, trained by John Gosden and ridden by William Buick, wins the Group One Irish Champion Stakes at Leopardstown

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/13 at 2:30 pm

OLYMPICS

Istanbul, Tokyo and Madrid battle it out in Buenos Aires to decide who will host the 2020 Olympics and Paralympics.
Madrid finishes third and is eliminated from contest to host the 2020 Olympics. Host city will be either Tokyo or Istanbul

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/13 at 3:34 pm

Madrid finishes third and is eliminated from contest to host the 2020 Olympics. Host city will be either Tokyo or Istanbul
Tokyo has been chosen to host the 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games

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Written By: nally on 09/07/13 at 11:14 pm

Tokyo has been chosen to host the 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games

Aha! Now we know. :)

They also hosted the 1964 games.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/13 at 6:16 am

Tokyo has been chosen to host the 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games

Aha! Now we know. :)

They also hosted the 1964 games.
Giving us plenty of time to book a holiday out there.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/13 at 6:17 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Serena Williams beats Victoria Azarenka 7-5 6-7 (6-8) 6-1 to win her fifth US Open singles title

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/13 at 6:19 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

For me, it seems strange to have the Women's Final on Sunday and the Men's Final on Monday, I am so use to Saturday and Sunday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/13 at 9:36 am

HORSE RACING

Jockey Martin Dwyer lodges an application to the British Horseracing Authority to disregard a controversial 56-day ban imposed on him in India.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/13 at 9:36 am

BASKETBALL

Great Britain's men have been eliminated from EuroBasket 2013 after a 87-68 defeat by Ukraine in their final group game.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/13 at 9:37 am

GOLF

Former world number one Luke Donald will donate $1,000 (£640) for each birdie and $2,000 (£1280) for every eagle he makes in this week's BMW Championship in Illinois to a local youth development programme. The Briton, 35, is hoping to raise the money for The First Tee of Greater Chicago. He studied in the state of Illinois, at Northwestern University, and now lives in Chicago.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/13 at 9:56 am

BOXING

WBO lightweight champion Ricky Burns hopes to be back in the ring as soon as possible, after needing surgery on his broken jaw following his controversial draw with Mexican Raymundo Beltran. Burns's promoter Eddie Hearn hinted the injury could end the 30-year-old Scottish fighter's career. However, Burns tweeted: "Thanks everyone for the messages, fingers crossed the damage isn't too bad and we can get the rematch on the go."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/13 at 1:24 pm

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL

England boss Roy Hodgson says Frank Lampard will earn his 100th cap against Ukraine and that there will be one change to the side.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/13 at 1:36 pm

US OPEN TENNIS:

Rafael Nadal is the best player in the world heading into the US Open final, says world number one Novak Djokovic.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/13 at 7:46 am

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL

Europe's leading clubs say they are "open" to the possibility of a winter World Cup in Qatar in 2022

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/13 at 7:47 am

HORSE RACING

Most riders are unhappy about plans to have horse racing on Good Friday, says the chief executive of the Professional Jockeys' Association. They are worried about losing a rare rest day and the effect on their awards night, Paul Struthers said. The move - supported by top female rider Hayley Turner - could provide the sport with a windfall of more than £1m. But the organiser of a Good Friday charity open day has called the proposal "greedy and selfish".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/13 at 7:47 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Rafael Nadal beats Novak Djokovic 6-2 3-6 6-4 6-1 to win his second US Open, and 13th Grand Slam title

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/13 at 7:48 am

FORMULA 1

Former world champion Kimi Raikkonen is on the verge of being confirmed as a Ferrari driver for the 2014 season

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/13 at 10:47 am

OLYMPICS

German Thomas Bach is named the new president of the International Olympic Committee, replacing Jacques Rogge

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/13 at 10:48 am

US OPEN TENNIS:

Rafael Nadal beats Novak Djokovic 6-2 3-6 6-4 6-1 to win his second US Open, and 13th Grand Slam title
Rafael Nadal describes winning the US Open as "amazing", having returned from a serious knee injury earlier in the year.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/13 at 2:14 pm

FORMULA 1

Felipe Massa announces on Twitter he will 'no longer be driving for Ferrari' from 2014

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Written By: warped on 09/10/13 at 2:15 pm

FORMULA 1

Felipe Massa announces on Twitter he will 'no longer be driving for Ferrari' from 2014

So Raikkonen is in with Ferrari now?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/13 at 2:21 pm

So Raikkonen is in with Ferrari now?
Kimi Raikkonen is on the verge of being confirmed as a Ferrari driver for next year's Formula 1 season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/13 at 7:34 am

Taken from the "Today in the History of Sport" thread.

September 11th 1985 – Pete Rose breaks Ty Cobb's baseball record for most career hits with his 4,192nd hit

I met Pete in 1973 or 1974. I got his autograph. Very nice, happy man. Very encouraging. He asked me if I played baseball. I said I did. He wished me good luck and to keep practicing. He was such a great player with a passion for baseball.

Something tells me in the back of my mind that Pete Rose was banned from playing baseball, why?

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Written By: warped on 09/11/13 at 7:36 am

Taken from the "Today in the History of Sport" thread.

Something tells me in the back of my mind that Pete Rose was banned from playing baseball, why?

Betting on baseball games. Even betting on his own team.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/13 at 7:37 am

Betting on baseball games. Even betting on his own team.
Thanks.

Betting is happening today in cricket, and authorities hope to have it stopped, but another case comes along.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/13 at 9:38 am

IRISH FOOTBALL

Giovanni Trapattoni departs as manager of Republic of Ireland after five years in charge

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/13 at 9:38 am

RUGBY UNION

England and Leicester flanker Tom Croft will miss the Six Nations campaign and domestic season with a knee injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/13 at 10:20 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Rangers midfielder Ian Black given a three-game ban – with a further seven suspended - for breaching betting regulations

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/13 at 10:21 am

Taken from the "Today in the History of Sport" thread.

Something tells me in the back of my mind that Pete Rose was banned from playing baseball, why?

Betting on baseball games. Even betting on his own team.
Betting hit the sporting headline news for today in the UK.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/13 at 10:21 am

HORSE RACING

Jockey Hayley Turner conscious but taken to hospital after a fall in the DFS Park Hill Stakes at Doncaster

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/13 at 10:22 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray will play US Open boys champion Borna Coric, 16, in the opening singles of Britain's Davis Cup tie in Croatia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/13 at 3:46 am

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL

Hassan al-Thawadi, the head of the Qatar 2022 World Cup, dismisses calls for the tournament to be awarded to another country.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/13 at 3:47 am

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL

England drop from 14th to 17th in FIFA rankings. Wales down six places to 52nd, Scotland slip 13 to 63rd, NI up 23 to 86th

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/13 at 4:05 am

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray takes on Croatia's Borna Coric in their Davis Cup World Group play-off.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/13 at 6:28 am

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray takes on Croatia's Borna Coric in their Davis Cup World Group play-off.
Andy Murray beats 16-year-old Borna Coric to put Great Britain 1-0 up in their Davis Cup play-off against Croatia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/13 at 6:29 am

BOXING

Floyd Mayweather dismisses Saul Alvarez as just "another stepping stone" before their super-fight in Las Vegas on Saturday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/13 at 7:25 am

ATHLETICS

The Great North Run takes place on Sunday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/13 at 8:38 am

DAVIS CUP TENNIS

Britain's Dan Evans loses to Ivan Dodig as Croatia fight back to level their Davis Cup play-off at 1-1

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/13 at 8:45 am

WORLD CRICKET

Former India fast bowler S Sreesanth is banned from cricket for life for spot-fixing in the Indian Premier League.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/13 at 8:46 am

Betting on baseball games. Even betting on his own team.

WORLD CRICKET

Former India fast bowler S Sreesanth is banned from cricket for life for spot-fixing in the Indian Premier League.
It has happened again!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/10/13 at 6:40 am

Sachin Tendulkar announces he will retire from cricket after his 200th Test Match for India.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/13 at 5:59 am

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL

Roy Hodgson says he and his players are angry England's World Cup qualification has been overshadowed by his team-talk comments.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/13 at 6:00 am

BOXING

Britain's Tony Bellew will challenge Canadian Adonis Stevenson for the WBC light-heavyweight title in Quebec on 30 November

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/13 at 7:36 am

SNOOKER

Aditya Mehta becomes the first Indian player to reach a ranking final after he defeats Scotland's Stephen Maguire 4-3 in the semi-final. Mehta, ranked 72nd, held a 3-0 lead over Maguire before the world number five won the next three frames, although Mehta then clinched the deciding frame. He will now play China's Ding Junhui in the final later today.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/13 at 7:36 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti says winger Gareth Bale is fit and ready to play against Malaga in the Spanish league on Saturday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/13 at 9:13 am

WORLD CRICKET

Banned Pakistan bowler Mohammad Amir hopes the International Cricket Council will grant him a reprieve to resume his career and play domestic cricket. Amir, 21, was jailed for six months and banned for five years for his part in a spot-fixing betting scam in 2010. The Pakistan Cricket Board will ask the ICC for a review of his ban on legal and compassionate grounds. "Everyone gets a second chance in life. I pray the ICC will give me a second chance," Amir told Reuters. "What I did in 2010 was terrible and wrong and I have paid the price for it."

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Written By: nally on 10/18/13 at 12:01 pm

NHL 2013-2014 season: My local teams, the Kings and the Ducks, are off to a pretty good start.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/13 at 5:38 am

RUGBY UNION

New Zealand beat Australia 41-33 in Dunedin to win the Bledisloe Cup series 3-0

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/13 at 5:49 am

MOTOGP

Defending world champion Jorge Lorenzo sets a new course record at Phillip Island to qualify on pole for the Australian GP

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/13 at 5:51 am

WORLD CRICKET

England women lose by 11 runs against hosts West Indies in their second game of the Twenty20 tri-nation series

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/13 at 11:01 am

RUGBY UNION

Cardiff Blues come from behind to beat Heineken Cup champions Toulon 19-15 in pool clash at Cardiff Arms Park

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/13 at 11:01 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Gareth Bale, sidelined for three weeks because of injury, is named on the bench for Real Madrid's game against Malaga

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/13 at 11:02 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

James Forrest's superb equaliser earns Scottish Premiership leaders Celtic a deserved at Hibernian

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/13 at 11:02 am

HORSE RACING

Farhh beats Cirrus des Aigles to win the Champion Stakes, the feature race of Champions Day at Ascot

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/13 at 3:25 pm

JUDO

Great Britain's Colin Oates wins a gold medal in the -66kg category on the opening day of the European Open in Glasgow

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/13 at 3:25 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE

England are stunned 14-15 by Italy in their 2013 Rugby League World Cup warm-up match at Salford

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/13 at 3:26 pm

GOLF

Rory McIlroy has little chance of his first win in 2013 after a third-round 75 leaves him 10 behind at the Korea Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/13 at 3:26 pm

TENNIS

Andy Murray says he will compete in the Australian Open only if he is "100%" fit after recent back surgery.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/13 at 3:27 pm

TENNIS

Maria Sharapova's former coach Thomas Hogstedt is interested in becoming British number one Laura Robson's new mentor.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/13 at 1:14 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL

Roy Hodgson and Rio Ferdinand agree to join FA chairman Greg Dyke's England commission

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/13 at 1:14 pm

GOLF

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy recovers from 10 shots back after three rounds of the Korean Open to finish second

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/13 at 1:14 pm

MOTOGP

Jorge Lorenzo wins the Australian Grand Prix after championship leader Marc Marquez is disqualified for breaching pit-stop rules

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/13 at 5:05 am

RUGBY UNION

Wales to name squad for autumn internationals later, with James Hook likely to be left out

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/13 at 12:59 pm

TENNIS

Victoria Azarenka beats Sara Errani 7-6 6-2 in the first match of the end-of-season WTA Championships in Istanbul

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/13 at 1:00 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Man City boss Manuel Pellegrini says CSKA Moscow's pitch for their Champions League tie "will be impossible to play" if it rains

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/13 at 1:06 pm

WORLD CRICKET

The Vatican has started a cricket club in an attempt to forge better relations with other faiths.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/13 at 1:29 am

WORLD CRICKET

England Women beat New Zealand by 19 runs in the T20 tri-series in Barbados, qualifying for Saturday’s final against West Indies

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/13 at 1:30 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

Fifa president Sepp Blatter gives clearest indication yet he will stand for re-election in 2015, at Concacaf summit in Grand Cayman

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/13 at 1:30 am

CHAMPIONS LEAGUE RESULTS

Arsenal 1-2 Borussia Dortmund
FC Schalke 0-3 Chelsea
Celtic 2-1 Ajax

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/13 at 1:31 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Forward Gareth Hock is removed from England's Rugby League World Cup squad for "serious breaches of team discipline"

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/13 at 1:31 am

RUGBY UNION

Wales' four rugby regions have backed the Anglo-French plan for a revamped European competition from next season

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TENNIS

Serena Williams beats Angelique Kerber 6-3 6-1 in her first match at the season-ending WTA Championships in Istanbul

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/13 at 4:16 am

WORLD CRICKET

England Women beat New Zealand by 19 runs in the T20 tri-series in Barbados, qualifying for Saturday’s final against West Indies
Natalie Sciver celebrates after becoming the first England player to take a hat-trick in a women's T20 International. Sciver took 4 for 21 and Jenny Gunn 5-18 to bowl out New Zealand for 106 as England booked their place in saturday's Tri-series final against the West Indies.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/13 at 12:59 pm

TENNIS

Heather Watson reaches the quarter-finals in Poitiers after back-to-back wins for the first time since February.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/13 at 1:04 pm

NFL

Wembley Stadium to host Jacksonville Jaguars v Dallas Cowboys, Atlanta Falcons v Detroit Lions & Oakland Raiders v Miami Dolphins in 2014.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/13 at 1:04 pm

CRICKET

Legendary commentator Richie Benaud is recovering in hospital after the car he was driving hit a brick wall in Sydney.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/13 at 2:16 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Tottenham beat Moldovan side Sheriff Tiraspol 2-0 to strengthen their position at the top of Europa League Group K

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/13 at 2:46 pm

LATEST:

Heavyweight boxing champion Vitaly Klitschko confirms he will run for president in 2015 Ukrainian election

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/13 at 4:21 pm

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL

Black players may boycott Russia's World Cup in 2018 unless the country tackles racism in football, Ivorian Yaya Toure suggests.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/26/13 at 6:02 am

FORMULA 1

Sebastian Vettel is on pole position for the Indian GP, where he can clinch the drivers’ world championship on Sunday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/26/13 at 6:03 am

MOTOGP

World champion Jorge Lorenzo claims pole at the Japanese Grand Prix ahead of Championship leader Marc Marquez

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/26/13 at 6:03 am

GOLF

Simon Dyson is disqualified from the Shanghai Masters when four shots off the lead and could miss out in the Race to Dubai

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/26/13 at 6:03 am

WORLD CRICKET

South Africa all-rounder Faf du Plessis fined 50% of match fee for ball tampering during second Test against Pakistan

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/26/13 at 6:04 am

GOLF

Simon Dyson is disqualified from the Shanghai Masters when four shots off the lead and could miss out in the Race to Dubai
Dyson was four shots off the lead but was penalised for tapping down a spot on the green directly between his ball and the cup ahead of a round two putt. The 35-year-old did not add the necessary two-shot penalty to his card.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/26/13 at 6:48 am

BOXING

Ireland's Jason Quigley must settle for silver after losing the middleweight final at World Championships in Kazakhstan

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/29/13 at 2:27 pm

RUGBY UNION

Scotland and Edinburgh wing Tim Visser is ruled out for up to four months with a broken leg

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/29/13 at 2:28 pm

FORMULA 1

Mercedes team principal Ross Brawn will leave his role at the end of the season after failing to agree a new deal

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/29/13 at 2:28 pm

COMMONWEALTH GAMES

G4S, the security company criticised for failings at the London Olympics, bids for Glasgow 2014 contract

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/29/13 at 2:28 pm

CYCLING

Disgraced cyclist Lance Armstrong could help a new doping inquiry team set up by UCI president Brian Cookson

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/29/13 at 2:28 pm

SNOOKER

Ronnie O’Sullivan lets slip a 4-1 lead as he loses 6-4 to China's Liang Wengbo in round two of the International Championship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/30/13 at 8:18 am

WORLD CRICKET

Alastair Cook misses England's opening tour game with a sore back. Matt Prior will captain the team against a Western Australia Chairman's XI. Pietersen , Broad and Swann are rested with Monty Panesar out with a stomach bug. So the team is - Root, Carberry, Trott, Bell, Ballance, Stokes, Prior (wkt & capt), Rankin, Tremlett, Finn, Anderson.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/30/13 at 9:54 am

RUGBY UNION

England face a relatively easy pool but Wales & Ireland are handed tough draws for Women's Rugby World Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/30/13 at 9:54 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Borussia Dortmund coach Jurgen Klopp signs a two-year contract extension, keeping him at the club until 2018

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/30/13 at 9:55 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Celtic Park will host this season's Scottish Cup final, with both semi-finals at Ibrox, while Hampden Park is unavailable

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/30/13 at 9:55 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

AC Milan coach Massimiliano Allegri dismisses reports that striker Mario Balotelli could be sold in January

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/30/13 at 9:55 am

CYCLING

Tour de France champion Chris Froome has won the prestigious Velo d'Or award as the best rider of 2013

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/30/13 at 9:56 am

Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe is to play Sebastian Coe in a film drama about his rivalry with fellow Olympian Steve Ovett.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/30/13 at 11:51 am

WORLD CRICKET

India (351-4 in 49.3 overs) beat Australia (350-6) in Nagpur by four wickets - the third highest successful run chase in ODI history

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/30/13 at 11:52 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

CSKA Moscow are handed a partial stadium closure following fans' racist chanting directed at Man City's Yaya Toure

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Written By: nally on 10/30/13 at 11:54 am

The 2013-14 NBA regular season began last night; Lakers beat the Clippers, and the defending champion Miami Heat beat the Chicago Bulls.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/30/13 at 1:33 pm

WOMEN'S WORLD CUP FOOTBALL

Republic of Ireland beat Slovenia 3-0 in their Women's World Cup qualifier in Velenje

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/30/13 at 4:42 pm

CYCLING

Canadian cyclist Ryder Hesjedal, last year's Giro d'Italia winner, says he doped while he was with Rabobank in 2003

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/30/13 at 4:42 pm

TENNIS

Roger Federer beats Kevin Anderson 6-4 6-4 in Paris to book his place at the ATP World Tour Finals in London

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/30/13 at 10:52 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Gareth Bale scores twice on his first home start as Real Madrid secure an emphatic 7-3 win over Sevilla in La Liga

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/31/13 at 5:44 am

WORLD CRICKET

A tough opening to England's Ashes tour as a Western Australia Chairman's XI close on 369/4. James Anderson was the pick of the bowlers with 1/31 from 16 overs. Boyd Rankin and Steve Finn conceded 87 in 18 overs each, Chris Tremlett 71 from 17 and Ben Stokes 56 from 10. But better news on captain Alastair Cook who was in the nets showing he is recovering from a sore back.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/01/13 at 5:48 am

WORLD CRICKET

At the WACA in Perth, England close the second day of their opening tour match on 270/2 with Bell on 77 and Trott 64. Carberry made 78 and Root 36. Earlier the Chairman's XI declared on 451/5.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/01/13 at 2:12 pm

FORMULA 1

Kimi Raikkonen says he may not take part in the season's final two races if he does not solve a financial dispute with Lotus

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/01/13 at 2:13 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Pat Fenlon resigns as Hibernian manager, saying: "It is a difficult decision but it is the right decision."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/01/13 at 2:13 pm

CYCLING

The GB women's pursuit team break their own world record in qualifying for Friday's final at the Track World Cup in Manchester

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/01/13 at 2:13 pm

FORMULA 1

Sebastian Vettel is fastest in second practice for the Abu Dhabi GP, ahead of Red Bull team-mate Mark Webber

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/01/13 at 2:13 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Dundee United's Nadir Ciftci could be banned for 16 matches after being accused of grabbing an official by the throat

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/01/13 at 4:09 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE

Defending champions New Zealand beat France 48-0 in Avignon to maintain their 100% record in the World Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/02/13 at 7:38 am

WORLD CRICKET

England (391) draw against Western Australia Chairman's XI (451-5 dec & 168-5) in the Ashes Tour's first warm-up game

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/02/13 at 7:38 am

GOLF

Dustin Johnson leads Ian Poulter and Graeme McDowell after the third round of WGC Champions tournament in Shanghai

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/02/13 at 7:39 am

WORLD CRICKET

England Women 127-3 (33.3 overs) beat West Indies 126 all out (38.1 overs) by seven wickets in second ODI

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/02/13 at 7:39 am

WORLD CRICKET

Rohit Sharma smashes 209 - the second highest one-day innings in history - as India hit 383-6 against Australia in ODI series decider

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/02/13 at 7:39 am

FORMULA 1

Sebastian Vettel is fastest in final practice for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, with qualifying at 13:00 GMT

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/02/13 at 7:40 am

IRISH FOOTBALL

Martin O'Neill is on the brink of becoming Republic of Ireland manager and is set to bring in Roy Keane as his assistant

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/02/13 at 11:47 am

RUGBY UNION

England beat Australia 20-13 at Twickenham in the first Test of their autumn international campaign

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/02/13 at 11:48 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Ryan Hall scores a first-half hat-trick as England thrash Ireland 42-0 in World Cup Group A

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/03/13 at 9:04 am

CYCLING

Britain's Laura Trott wins gold in the omnium at the World Cup Track meeting in Manchester

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/03/13 at 9:04 am

FORMULA 1

World champion Sebastian Vettel takes a crushing victory at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/03/13 at 9:08 am

TENNIS

Italy win the Fed Cup after taking an unassailable 3-0 lead over Russia in Cagliari

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/03/13 at 9:11 am

GOLF

Dustin Johnson wins the WGC-HSBC Champions tournament in Shanghai by three shots. Ian Poulter second, Graeme McDowell third

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/03/13 at 9:13 am

HORSE RACING

Magician, trained by Aidan O'Brien and ridden by Ryan Moore, wins the Breeders' Cup Turf in California

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/03/13 at 10:32 am

TENNIS

World number two Novak Djokovic beats Spain's David Ferrer 7-5 7-5 to win the Paris Masters

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/03/13 at 10:32 am

SNOOKER

Ding Junhui beats Marco Fu 10-9 at the International Championship to complete a third straight ranking tournament victory

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/03/13 at 2:51 pm

SQUASH

England's Nick Matthew beats Gregory Gaultier in five games to win the World Championship for the third time

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/03/13 at 2:52 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE

Scotland and Italy both keep their World Cup qualifications hopes alive with a thrilling 30-30 draw in Workington

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/03/13 at 2:54 pm

RUGBY UNION

Saracens beat Newcastle 40-3 and Northampton win 19-14 at London Irish in the Premiership

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/13 at 1:48 am

HORSE RACING

Fiorente, ridden by Damien Oliver for Australian trainer Gai Waterhouse, wins the Melbourne Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/13 at 1:49 am

TENNIS

Juan Martin Del Potro comes from a set down to beat Richard Gasquet 6-7 (4-7) 6-3 7-5 at the ATP World Tour Finals in London

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/13 at 1:58 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Aberdeen thrash Partick Thistle 4-0 to go second in the Scottish Premiership

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/13 at 2:01 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Samoa beat Papua New Guinea 38-4 in World Cup Group B

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/13 at 1:21 am

WORLD CRICKET

A remarkable day in Hobart as Alastair Cook and Michael Carberry bat out the day reaching 318 without loss. Cook is on 154 and Carberry 153.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/13 at 3:51 am

WORLD CRICKET

West Indies win the toss and bat first against India in Kolkata, in Sachin Tendulkar's penultimate Test

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/13 at 3:51 am

HORSE RACING

AP McCoy, two short of 4,000 winners, loses one of his two rides at Chepstow on Wednesday because of a non-runner

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/13 at 11:50 am

TENNIS

Rafael Nadal will end year as world number one after beating Stanislas Wawrinka 7-6 7-6 to reach World Tour Finals semis

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/13 at 11:57 am

HORSE RACING

AP McCoy, two short of 4,000 winners, loses one of his two rides at Chepstow on Wednesday because of a non-runner
AP McCoy is one away from the 4,000 winners milestone after riding Minella For Steak to victory at Chepstow

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/13 at 11:57 am

ATHLETICS

British javelin record holder Goldie Sayers is put back on Olympic funding programme after successfully appealing her omission

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/13 at 11:58 am

WELSH FOOTBALL

John Hartson is to stand down as assistant coach of Wales in order to spend more time with his family

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/13 at 12:57 pm

WORLD CRICKET

Sachin Tendulkar takes a wicket as India bowl West Indies out for 234 on day one of his penultimate Test. Hosts reach 37-0 in reply

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/07/13 at 11:37 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

Uncapped Southampton striker Jay Rodriguez is called up by England for the friendlies against Chile and Germany

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/07/13 at 11:37 am

RUGBY UNION

Uncapped wing Eli Walker is ruled out of Wales' Test against South Africa with a hamstring injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/07/13 at 11:38 am

AP McCoy is one away from the 4,000 winners milestone after riding Minella For Steak to victory at Chepstow
AP McCoy rides Mountain Tunes to victory at Towcester to record 4,000th career win

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/07/13 at 11:39 am

TENNIS

Roger Federer beats Richard Gasquet 6-4 6-3 to record his first win in Group B at the World Tour Finals in London

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/13 at 11:54 am

CRICKET

Michael Carberry could open for England in the first Ashes Test against Australia, says batting coach Graham Gooch

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/13 at 11:54 am

WELSH FOOTBALL

Wales manager Chris Coleman names a full-strength squad, including Gareth Bale, for the friendly against Finland

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/13 at 11:55 am

GOLF

Tiger Woods moves to within a shot of the lead at the Turkish Open with a second round 63

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/13 at 7:38 am

GOLF

France's Victor Dubuisson holds off Justin Rose, Jamie Donaldson, Tiger Woods and Ian Poulter to win Turkish Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/13 at 2:40 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE

Scotland progress into the knockout phase of the World Cup for the first time after Italy lose 16-0 to Tonga

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/13 at 2:40 pm

TENNIS

World number one Rafael Nadal beats Roger Federer 7-5 6-3 to progress to the final of the ATP World Tour in London

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/13 at 2:40 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE

Cook Islands beat Wales, who had already been eliminated, 28-24 in World Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/13 at 2:41 pm

RUGBY UNION

Wasps prop Matt Mullan called up to the England squad for Saturday's match with New Zealand at Twickenham

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/13/13 at 4:49 am

WORLD CRICKET

England fail to take a wicket in the final session as an Invitational XI close day one of the final Ashes warm-up match on 271-5

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Written By: warped on 11/16/13 at 11:57 am

NFL:

Todd Christensen was an American football player who played in the National Football League from 1978 until 1988, spending most of that time playing tight end for the Oakland and Los Angeles Raiders. He was a 5 time pro bowl selection and a 2-time super bowl winner with the Raiders. He passed away on Nov 13th. He was 57.

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Written By: nally on 11/16/13 at 2:06 pm

NFL:

Todd Christensen was an American football player who played in the National Football League from 1978 until 1988, spending most of that time playing tight end for the Oakland and Los Angeles Raiders. He was a 5 time pro bowl selection and a 2-time super bowl winner with the Raiders. He passed away on Nov 13th. He was 57.

So sad. :( R.I.P. Todd Christensen

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Written By: nally on 11/24/13 at 6:06 pm

MLB offseason news: I have heard reports that free agent catcher Brian McCann, who spent all of his major league career up through this year with the Atlanta Braves, has signed a deal with the Yankees.

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Written By: nally on 11/26/13 at 6:15 pm

...And the Dodgers have reportedly signed starting pitcher Dan Haren to a one-year deal. Personally I don't think he's that great, but ya never know.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/03/13 at 1:24 am

SWIMMING

Olympic bronze medal-winning diver Tom Daley was "brave and courageous" to reveal he is in a relationship with a man, says former mentor Leon Taylor.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/03/13 at 1:25 am

SNOOKER

Ronnie O'Sullivan, Mark Selby & Judd Trump all progress in the UK Championship in York

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/03/13 at 8:51 am

WORLD CRICKET

England captain Alastair Cook and bowler James Anderson are on the ICC Cricketer of the Year award shortlist

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/03/13 at 10:20 am

FORMULA 1

Nico Hulkenburg returns to Force India for the 2014 season after agreeing a multi-year deal

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/13 at 5:10 am

RUGBY UNION

Wales and British & Irish Lions coach Warren Gatland is named coach of the year at the UK Coaching Awards

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/13 at 5:11 am

ASHES CRICKET

England captain Alastair Cook urges players on both sides to improve their conduct in the second Ashes Test in Adelaide

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/13 at 5:38 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Former Falkirk and Hibernian boss John Hughes is named as Inverness Caledonian Thistle manager, replacing Terry Butcher

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/13 at 7:38 am

HORSE RACING

Trainer Gerard Butler has been banned from racing for five years after nine horses in his care tested positive for a banned anabolic steroid.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/13 at 7:40 am

WORLD CUP 2014 FOOTBALL

Wondering where the England team will train at the 2014 Brazil World Cup? In the shadow of Sugarloaf Mountain in Rio that's where.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/13 at 7:41 am

CRICKET

Durham head coach Geoff Cook says he is ready to resume his duties after making a full recovery from a heart attack.

The 62-year-old was in a critical condition last June before returning to work with a restricted role in August as Durham won the County Championship.

"I feel absolutely, 100% fine and now I'm looking forward to getting back into cricket," he told BBC Newcastle. "Obviously what happened came as a real shock to my family. But cricket's in my blood and I'm planning for next year."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/13 at 8:23 am

SNOOKER

Ding Junhui’s hopes of winning a fourth consecutive ranking title end with a 6-4 defeat by Ricky Walden at the UK Championship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/13 at 11:01 am

FORMULA 1

Races in Korea and New Jersey are dropped from the 2014 Formula 1 calendar

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/13 at 11:02 am

GOLF

Simon Dyson will discover on Thursday whether he faces further punishment, including a possible ban from the European Tour, following his disqualification from the BMW Masters in October for signing for an incorrect score in the second round.

The 35-year-old failed to add a two-shot penalty to his card after an incident on the eighth hole, when he touched the line of his putt after marking his ball, appearing to flatten a spike mark and having reviewed the incident, senior European Tour officials concluded that an investigation into an alleged "serious breach" of the Tour's code of behaviour was required.

Dyson, who released a statement saying it was 'simply an accidental mistake' and he would co-operate with the investigation, will appear before a three-person disciplinary panel at Wentworth on Thursday morning.

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Written By: nally on 12/04/13 at 3:14 pm

MLB offseason news: I heard that Jacoby Ellsbury, who's been with the Boston Red Sox for the past several years (and was on the team this year that won the World Series), has signed a deal with the Sox' long-time rivals, the N.Y. Yankees.

Also, starting pitcher Ricky Nolasco has agreed to a 4-year deal with the Minnesota Twins. He just might face his former team, the Dodgers, when they go to Target Field early next season for interleague play.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/13 at 3:45 pm

WORLD CRICKET

New Zealand Cricket confirms a "small number" of former players are being investigated by the ICC's anti-corruption unit

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Written By: nally on 12/04/13 at 11:14 pm

MLB offseason news:

Justin Morneau goes to Rockies, who have traded Dexter Fowler to Houston for a couple of players.

Scott Kazmir signs a 2-year deal with Oakland.

Also, the Dodgers are close to re-signing Brian Wilson; should they keep him, they may possibly continue to use him as an 8th-inning setup man.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/05/13 at 2:42 am

ASHES CRICKET

Australia end day one of the second Ashes Test in Adelaide on 273-5 as England drop several chances

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/05/13 at 2:43 am

ASHES CRICKET

Australia end day one of the second Ashes Test in Adelaide on 273-5 as England drop several chances
When I was away, England lost the First Test by 381 runs.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/05/13 at 2:44 am

ASHES CRICKET

Australia end day one of the second Ashes Test in Adelaide on 273-5 as England drop several chances
Durham all-rounder Ben Stokes made his England Test debut and Monty Panesar returned in the second Test against Australia.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/06/13 at 6:03 am

WOMEN'S FOOTBALL

The FA appoints Bristol Academy boss Mark Sampson as the new head coach of the England Women’s team

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/06/13 at 6:04 am

ASHES CRICKET

England's hopes of retaining the Ashes took another battering as Australia took complete control of the second Test on an utterly one-sided second day. England close on 35-1 on the second day of the second Test in Adelaide, 535 runs behind Australia's 570-9 dec.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/06/13 at 11:57 am

WORLD CUP 2014 FOOTBALL

The draw has taken placed for the final stages:

GROUP A: Brazil, Croatia, Mexico, Cameroon
GROUP B: Spain, Netherlands, Chile, Australia
GROUP C: Colombia, Greece, Ivory Coast, Japan
GROUP D: Uruguay, Costa Rica, England, Italy
GROUP E: Switzerland, Ecuador, France, Honduras
GROUP F: Argentina, Bosnia, Iran, Nigeria
GROUP G: Germany, Portugal, Ghana, USA
GROUP H: Belgium, Algeria, Russia, South Korea

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/13 at 5:52 am

ASHES CRICKET

Australia 132-3, lead England by 530 runs, at close of day three. Mitchell Johnson took 7-40 to bowl England out for 172

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/13 at 5:52 am

ASHES CRICKET

Australia 132-3, lead England by 530 runs, at close of day three. Mitchell Johnson took 7-40 to bowl England out for 172
Geoffrey Boycott on England: "At the moment, we're in a state of flux, we're past our best"

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/13 at 5:53 am

GOLF

Tiger Woods shoots a round of 62 to take a two-shot lead at the halfway stage of the World Challenge in California

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/13 at 5:53 am

SNOOKER

Neil Robertson beats Stuart Bingham 9-8 to reach the UK Championship final, where he will meet Mark Selby or Ricky Walden

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/13 at 5:58 am

GOLF

Tiger Woods shoots a round of 62 to take a two-shot lead at the halfway stage of the World Challenge in California
OMG! I was near to the Sherwood Country Club course the World Challenge is being played on when I was on holiday!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/13 at 1:53 pm

SNOOKER

Mark Selby secures a 147 maximum break against Ricky Walden in the UK Championship semi-final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/13 at 1:53 pm

OLYMPICS

India faces possible expulsion from the Olympic movement unless it complies with ethics rules by Tuesday

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 12/07/13 at 4:39 pm

OLYMPICS

India faces possible expulsion from the Olympic movement unless it complies with ethics rules by Tuesday

Only a couple more months until the 2014 Winter Games begin!

It'll be here before ya know it...

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/09/13 at 1:38 am

ASHES CRICKET

Australia secured a 2-0 lead in the Ashes series after brushing away the last feeble vestiges of English resistance to win the second Test by a thumping 218 runs.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 12/09/13 at 10:39 am

MLB offseason news:

Managers Bobby Cox, Tony La Russa, and Joe Torre, have been elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame by the Expansion Era Committee.

Cox is noted for his managing of the Atlanta Braves, most notably during their run of 14 straight division titles from 1991 through 2005 (bar 1994, which was a strike-shortened year), with 5 NL pennants (all during the 90s) and one World Series title (1995). His first managerial stint with the Braves was 1978-81; he also briefly managed the Toronto Blue Jays for a few years during the 80s. His notable stint as Braves manager ran from 1990 through 2010, ending with the team winning the National League Wildcard, but the Braves lost that NLDS to the San Francisco Giants.

La Russa managed three different teams -- the Chicago White Sox, Oakland Athletics, and St. Louis Cardinals -- for 33 seasons. He led the A's to three straight pennants from 1988-90, winning a World Series in 1989. As Cardinals manager from 1996 through 2011, he led that team to three pennants (2004, 2006, and 2011) and two World Series titles (2006 and 2011), after which he retired as a big-league manager.

Torre, who managed 5 different teams over 29 years (with a gap from 1985-89) -- NYM, ATL, STL, NYY, and LAD -- will likely be most remembered for managing the New York Yankees, leading them into the playoffs all 12 of his years at the helm (1996 through 2007), to 6 AL pennants and 4 World Series titles (1996, 1998, 1999, 2000). He was a two-time AL Manager Of The Year (1996 and 1998). He succeeded Cox as Braves manager in 1982, and was succeeded by La Russa as Cardinals manager in 1996. (Actually, Torre was fired midway through the 1995 season and replaced by an interim manager, Mike Jorgensen... but La Russa was given the full-time managerial job in the 1995-96 offseason.)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/09/13 at 10:53 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Celtic have suspended 128 fans from their matches and relocated 250 season-ticket holders following damage caused to Motherwell's Fir Park on Friday.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/09/13 at 10:54 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

Lionel Messi, Franck Ribery and Cristiano Ronaldo on the shortlist for the Ballon d'Or world player of the year award

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/09/13 at 10:55 am

WORLD WOMEN'S FOOTBALL

Nadine Angerer, Marta and Abby Wambach on Fifa's shortlist for the women's world player of the year award

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/09/13 at 10:55 am

ASHES CRICKET

Australia secured a 2-0 lead in the Ashes series after brushing away the last feeble vestiges of English resistance to win the second Test by a thumping 218 runs.
Australia’s Mitchell Johnson and England’s Ben Stokes not guilty of breaching ICC Code of Conduct during the second Ashes Test

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/09/13 at 10:56 am

MATCH FIXING IN FOOTBALL

Blackburn Rovers striker DJ Campbell is among the six people arrested in connection with an investigation into match fixing

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/09/13 at 11:54 am

RUGBY UNION

Bath director of rugby Gary Gold leaves the club "following a re-structure in the rugby department"

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/09/13 at 1:39 pm

FORMULA 1

Double points are to be awarded at the final race of the season, a change to the scoring system that will begin in 2014

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/10/13 at 2:35 am

THE ASHES (CRICKET)

England coach Andy Flower promises team changes for the third Ashes Test in Perth after two comprehensive defeats

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/10/13 at 2:36 am

WORLD CRICKET

Kevin Pietersen, James Anderson and Graeme Swann left out of the limited-overs squads of England's Ashes tour

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/10/13 at 3:13 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Galatasaray’s crucial Champions League home game with Juventus abandoned after 32 minutes following heavy snow

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/11/13 at 2:53 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Manchester City come from two goals behind to win 3-2 at Bayern Munich in the Champions League

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/11/13 at 2:53 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Phil Jones scores the only goal of the game as Manchester United beat Shakhtar Donetsk 1-0 at Old Trafford

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/11/13 at 7:34 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Galatasaray’s crucial Champions League home game with Juventus abandoned after 32 minutes following heavy snow
http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/71676000/jpg/_71676496_galatasaray2.jpg

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/11/13 at 7:35 am

WOMEN'S CRICKET

Katherine Brunt, Heather Knight and Anya Shrubsole are named in the England squad aiming to retain the Ashes in Australia

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/11/13 at 7:35 am

RUGBY UNION

London Irish will confirm on Thursday the club has been taken over by a group of Irish businessmen

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/11/13 at 11:10 am

HORSE RACING

Wednesday's race meetings at Kempton and Lingfield are abandoned because of fog

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/11/13 at 11:15 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Galatasaray’s crucial Champions League home game with Juventus abandoned after 32 minutes following heavy snow
Galatasaray beat Juventus 1-0 in their rescheduled Champions League group match to reach the last 16 of the competition

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/11/13 at 11:16 am

TENNIS

Cathie Sabin named as first female president of the Lawn Tennis Association, stepping up from role as deputy president

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/11/13 at 11:55 am

HORSE RACING

Trainer Gerard Butler is to appeal after he was given a five-year ban for injecting horses with banned drugs

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/11/13 at 3:48 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Arsenal qualify for Champions League last 16 as Group F runners-up behind Borussia Dortmund after losing 2-0 at Napoli

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/11/13 at 3:49 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Chelsea beat Steaua Bucharest 1-0 to reach the Champions League last 16 as Group E winners

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 12/11/13 at 10:34 pm

MLB offseason news: Veteran starting pitcher Bartolo Colon, now 40, has agreed to a 2-year, $20 million contract with the New York Mets; this deal is pending completion of a physical.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/12/13 at 2:30 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

The draw for the last 16 of the Champions League takes place on Monday at 11:00 GMT

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/12/13 at 4:54 am

More than 1.5 million extra people are playing sport regularly in England since London won the right to host the 2012 Olympics

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 12/12/13 at 10:12 am

More than 1.5 million extra people are playing sport regularly in England since London won the right to host the 2012 Olympics

That is interesting to know. :)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/12/13 at 10:49 am

FORMULA 1

Scottish driver Paul Di Resta's future in the sport is in doubt after Force India announce the signing of Sergio Perez

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/12/13 at 10:49 am

That is interesting to know. :)
I am not one of them!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/12/13 at 4:22 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Tottenham finish the Europa League group stage with a 100% record as Roberto Soldado's treble helps them beat Anzhi Makhachkala 4-1.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/12/13 at 4:22 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Swansea qualify for the last 32 of the Europa League despite being beaten 1-0 away against St Gallen

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/12/13 at 4:24 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Wigan are knocked out of the Europa League after losing 2-1 to Maribor

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/12/13 at 4:24 pm

INTERNATIONAL FOOTBALL

Jurgen Klinsmann signs a new four-year deal to remain as USA coach until the 2018 World Cup

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 12/12/13 at 8:07 pm

MLB offseason news: Relief pitcher Joba Chamberlain, who's been with the Yankees throughout his young career, has signed a deal with the Tigers.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/13/13 at 1:42 am

ASHES CRICKET

Australia win toss and bat first against England in third Test at Perth, with the Ashes on the line

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/13/13 at 2:20 am

WORLD CRICKET

Australia captain Michael Clarke is named as ICC Cricketer of the Year and ICC Test Cricketer of the Year

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/13/13 at 5:40 am

ASHES CRICKET

Australia win toss and bat first against England in third Test at Perth, with the Ashes on the line
Steve Smith's unbeaten century helps Australia recover to 326-6 at the end of day one of the third Ashes Test against England in Perth.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/13/13 at 8:55 am

FORMULA 1

Germany's Adrian Sutil will drive for Sauber in the 2014 season.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/13/13 at 8:56 am

GOLF

The Nelson Mandela Championship has been reduced to a 54-hole tournament due to the wet conditions that have limited the early action in Durban. Tournament organisers have had heavy downpours to contend with that have caused major interruptions, with scheduled play on Wednesday and Thursday hampered by the rain that led to waterlogging.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/13/13 at 10:53 am

TAEKWONDO

Great Britain fighter Mahama Cho secures GB their first medal of the inaugural World Grand Prix in Manchester

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/13/13 at 12:59 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE

London Broncos avoid going into administration after agreeing a groundshare with Barnet FC

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/14/13 at 8:16 am

ASHES CRICKET

England's grip on the Ashes slipped still further as Australia refused to relinquish control of the third Test in Perth. Setting out to overhaul Australia's first innings 385, they lost the key wickets of Alastair Cook and Kevin Pietersen in a dramatic three-over spell late in the day to close on 180-4, still 205 runs adrift.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/14/13 at 10:23 am

HORSE RACING

The New One wins the International Hurdle at Cheltenham ahead of Zarkandar and Jumps Road

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/15/13 at 5:37 am

ASHES CRICKET

Australia close day three of the third Ashes Test 369 runs ahead of England, who were all out for 251 in their first innings

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/15/13 at 7:21 am

ASHES CRICKET

England paceman Stuart Broad will not bowl for the rest of the third Ashes Test after injuring his right foot

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/15/13 at 12:26 pm

TAEKWONDO

GB Olympic champion Jade Jones secures at least bronze at the inaugural World Taekwondo Championships in Manchester

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/16/13 at 8:42 am

CHAMPIONS LEAGUE DRAW

Man City v Barcelona
Olympiacos FC v Man Utd
Galatasaray v Chelsea
Arsenal v Bayern Munich

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/16/13 at 8:42 am

ASHES CRICKET

England reach 251-5 at the end of day four of the third Ashes Test in Perth, chasing a target of 504 to win

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/16/13 at 8:42 am

RUGBY UNION

Warren Gatland to remain as Wales coach until after the 2019 World Cup after signing a new deal with the Welsh Rugby Union

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/16/13 at 8:46 am

Andy Murray has been voted the 2013 BBC Sports Personality of the Year.

The 26-year-old Scot became the first Briton in 77 years to win the Wimbledon men's singles title with victory over Novak Djokovic in the summer.

Wales and British & Irish Lions rugby union player Leigh Halfpenny was runner-up, with jockey AP McCoy third.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 12/16/13 at 12:02 pm

MLB offseason news: Second-baseman Mark Ellis, who spent the 2013 season with the L.A. Dodgers, has signed a deal with the St. Louis Cardinals, pending a physical. This means the Dodgers will need a new second baseman, and they've signed some rookie guy who they think can fill that position.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/18/13 at 6:38 am

ASHES CRICKET

Australia have regained the Ashes after sealing a deserved 150-run win over England in Perth to take an impregnable 3-0 lead in the five-match series.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/18/13 at 6:39 am

TENNIS

Boris Becker is named Novak Djokovic's new head coach

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/18/13 at 6:39 am

ASHES CRICKET

Australia have regained the Ashes after sealing a deserved 150-run win over England in Perth to take an impregnable 3-0 lead in the five-match series.
Former England coach Peter Moores backs his successor Andy Flower to stay in charge if his motivation remains

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/18/13 at 1:38 pm

RUGBY UNION

Northampton are fined £60,000 for letting wing George North play for Wales outside the agreed autumn Test window

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/19/13 at 6:14 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

World-record signing Sam Tomkins could be set to make New Zealand Warriors debut against old club Wigan

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/20/13 at 8:27 am

WORLD CRICKET

Yorkshire second team coach Paul Farbrace is the new head coach of the Sri Lanka senior side

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/20/13 at 8:28 am

WORLD CRICKET

Shivnarine Chanderpaul has become the sixth highest run-scorer in Test history after posting an unbeaten 122 against New Zealand in Hamilton. The West Indies batsman has now scored 11,199 runs in 153 Test appearances, overtaking Allan Border's 11,174.
The 39-year-old is now only 754 runs behind compatriot Brian Lara, who is fifth on the all-time list.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 12/20/13 at 12:03 pm

MLB offseason: It has just been reported that relief pitcher Ronald Belisario, who had been with the Dodgers since the beginning of 2009, has signed a one-year deal with the Chicago White Sox.

Personally, I think they can have him. Sure, he had his moments as a member of the Dodgers, but down the stretch this year, he wasn't all that effective. :-\\

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/21/13 at 7:04 am

FORMULA 1

Mexican Esteban Gutierrez will continue to drive for Sauber next season and will line up alongside German Adrian Sutil

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/21/13 at 7:04 am

DARTS

Defending champion Phil Taylor is out of the PDC World Championship after losing 4-3 to Michael Smith in the second round

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/21/13 at 7:04 am

SWIMMING

Michael Jamieson continues his recovery from a recent heart scare as Europe lead USA in the Duel in the Pool in Glasgow

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 12/28/13 at 1:28 pm

Looks like Raul Ibanez will spend the 2014 season with the Angels, possibly as their regular DH.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: warped on 12/29/13 at 7:14 pm

MLB: Former Baltimore Orioles center fielder Paul Blair passed away on Thursday, Dec. 26 at the age of 69. I remember watching his play on those great Baltimore Oriole teams back in the late 1960s and early 1970s. A world class CF.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/30/13 at 4:13 am

Seven-time Formula 1 champion Michael Schumacher remains in a critical condition after a ski accident and is "fighting for his life", doctors say.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/30/13 at 3:44 pm

WORLD CRICKET

Jacques Kallis bows out of Test cricket with a victory as South Africa beat India by 10 wickets to win the series 1-0.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/30/13 at 3:44 pm

WORLD CRICKET

Australia made it four wins out of four and moved closer to an Ashes whitewash with a dominant eight-wicket victory over England with a day to spare in Melbourne.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/30/13 at 3:44 pm

DARTS

Peter Wright beats Simon Whitlock 6-2 to reach the final of the World Darts Championship

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/30/13 at 3:45 pm

RUGBY UNION

Leinster flanker Sean O'Brien to miss Ireland's first three Six Nations matches after dislocating shoulder

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 12/31/13 at 12:02 am

Over the weekend, Dodgers' rookie outfielder Yasiel Puig apparently got busted for speeding in Florida. ::)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/31/13 at 5:33 am

Seven-time Formula 1 champion Michael Schumacher's condition has improved slightly after an operation to relieve pressure on his brain, doctors say.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/14 at 9:21 am

DARTS

BDO world champion Scott Waites knocked out in the first round of the 2014 competition, losing 3-0 to Alan Norris

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/14 at 9:22 am

WINTER SPORTS

Great British skeleton slider Lizzy Yarnold wins World Cup gold in Winterberg

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/14 at 9:22 am

TENNIS

Top seed Serena Williams beats second seed Victoria Azarenka 6-4 7-5 to win Brisbane International

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/14 at 9:23 am

HORSE RACING

Jockey Martin Dwyer leaves hospital after a fall at Southwell on Friday which left him with neck injuries and concussion

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/14 at 9:23 am

ASHES CRICKET

Australia bowl England out for 155 before extending their lead to 311 after two days of the final Ashes Test

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 01/04/14 at 11:49 am

MLB: Hall-of-Fame 2014 Class to be announced next week! Many people are speculating that Greg Maddux will get in this year. I hope he does.

I remember last year, no candidate received enough of the vote to get in.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/14 at 12:55 pm

TENNIS

World number one Rafael Nadal beats Gael Monfils 6-1 6-7 (5-7) 6-2 to win the Qatar Open in Doha

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 01/05/14 at 7:47 pm

MLB:

MLB player-turned-announcer Jerry Coleman has passed away at the age of 89. :\'(

Thread in Celeb Heaven

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/10/14 at 7:22 am

WOMEN'S CRICKET

Australia reduced to 9-2 in reply to England's 201 all out at the end of the first day of the women's Ashes Test

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/10/14 at 7:23 am

ATHLETICS

Great Britain's Olympic heptathlon champion Jessica Ennis-Hill is pregnant and will miss the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/10/14 at 8:37 am

GOLF

Northern Ireland's Darren Clarke lies two shots off the lead after round one of the Volvo Golf Champions event in Durban.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/10/14 at 10:18 am

HOCKEY

England open their World League Final campaign by beating hosts India 2-0 in Delhi, Adam Dixon scoring both goals

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 01/11/14 at 8:53 pm

MLB:

A-Rod has been suspended for the entire 2014 season!!

http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/chi-alex-rodriguez-suspension-reduced-20140111,0,5244200.story

Apparently his suspension was reduced from 211 games (as initially planned) to just 162, which covers only one regular season. He's also suspended through the postseason, should the Yankees get there this year.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/13/14 at 4:34 am

TENNIS

British pair Laura Robson and Heather Watson are both knocked out on the opening day of the Australian Open.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/13/14 at 4:35 am

TENNIS

Stanislas Wawrinka reaches the second round of the Australian Open, while Li Na progresses easily in the women's draw

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/13/14 at 1:08 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL

Cristiano Ronaldo has won the Fifa Ballon d'Or for the second time after a stellar year. The Real Madrid forward was emotional as he collected his award and thanked his team-mates for their support in allowing him to win the prize.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/14 at 4:44 am

HOCKEY

England beat Belgium 1-0 in the quarter-final of the World League Final in India

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/14 at 4:45 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray will face Vincent Millot in Thursday's night session, meaning he escapes the worst of the Melbourne heat.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/14 at 4:45 am

TENNIS

Defending Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic and top seed Serena Williams win easily to reach round three.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/14 at 4:45 am

TENNIS

Ross Hutchins enjoys a winning return to Grand Slam action after more than a year out for cancer treatment

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/14 at 6:57 am

TENNIS

Australian Open organisers have been criticised for forcing players to compete in intense heat as temperatures hit 42C (107.6F) in Melbourne.
Canada's Frank Dancevic required medical attention after fainting in his first-round match and said it was "inhumane" to allow players to compete in such testing conditions.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/14 at 10:53 am

RUGBY UNION

Scotland include two uncapped players - Dougie Fife and Chris Fusaro - in their 36-man Six Nations squad

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/14 at 10:53 am

BOXING

Former middleweight world champion Darren Barker, 31, announces his retirement

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/14 at 10:53 am

HORSE RACING

Champion racehorse Frankel's first foal is born at Coolmore Stud in Ireland to the mare Chrysanthemum

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 01/15/14 at 11:18 am

MLB:

A-Rod has been suspended for the entire 2014 season!!

http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/chi-alex-rodriguez-suspension-reduced-20140111,0,5244200.story

Apparently his suspension was reduced from 211 games (as initially planned) to just 162, which covers only one regular season. He's also suspended through the postseason, should the Yankees get there this year.

And now he's trying to sue MLB and the Players Association...

http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/mlb/2014/01/13/a-rod-sues-mlb-union-to-overturn-drug-ban/4459453/

What a weirdo. ::)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/14 at 3:21 pm

SNOOKER

Neil Robertson beats Mark Allen 6-5 to book his place in the quarter-finals of the Masters

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: warped on 01/15/14 at 9:06 pm

And now he's trying to sue MLB and the Players Association...

http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/mlb/2014/01/13/a-rod-sues-mlb-union-to-overturn-drug-ban/4459453/

What a weirdo. ::)

It's not unexpected he is suing. He won't go down without a fight.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 01/15/14 at 10:07 pm

It's not unexpected he is suing. He won't go down without a fight.

Of course not.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 01/15/14 at 10:26 pm

On a happier note (at least for Dodgers fans), Clayton Kershaw has agreed to a 7-year extension worth $215 million.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/16/14 at 3:16 am

SNOOKER

Neil Robertson and Ricky Walden win final-frame deciders to book their place in the quarter-finals of the Masters

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/16/14 at 3:17 am

TENNIS

Britain's Jamie Murray says he is suffering from heatstroke after winning his Australian Open doubles match

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/16/14 at 3:18 am

TENNIS

Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer are safely through to the third round of the Australian Open

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/16/14 at 3:18 am

TENNIS

Play returns to normal at the Australian Open after being disrupted for more than four hours because of extreme heat

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/16/14 at 3:18 am

TENNIS

Maria Sharapova survives a scare to beat Karin Knapp 6-3 4-6 10-8 amid extreme heat at the Australian Open

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/16/14 at 6:21 am

FORMULA 1

German prosecutors confirm that Formula 1 chief Bernie Ecclestone will face a criminal trial over bribery allegations

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/16/14 at 6:22 am

TENNIS

Play returns to normal at the Australian Open after being disrupted for more than four hours because of extreme heat
...and thunderstorms

http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/72316000/jpg/_72316625_72314693.jpg

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/16/14 at 11:01 am

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray beats Vincent Millot 6-2 6-2 7-5 in the Australian Open second round

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/16/14 at 12:09 pm

FORMULA 1

Michael Schumacher will have to adjust to being a very different person if he survives the head injuries he sustained while skiing, a leading brain injury specialist has said.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/14 at 1:50 am

WORLD CRICKET

A fine 106 from Eoin Morgan helps England to 300-8 against Australia in Brisbane in the second one-day international

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/14 at 1:51 am

TENNIS

Top seed Serena Williams continued her impressive progress at the Australian Open as she eased into round four on another day of extreme Melbourne heat. The American, 32, controlled her contest against 31st seed Daniela Hantuchova to win 6-3 6-3, a tournament-record 61st singles victory.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/14 at 2:04 am

SNOOKER

Defending champion Mark Selby beats John Higgins 6-5 in the second quarter-final of the Masters at Alexandra Palace

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/14 at 2:29 am

FIGURE SKATING

Britain's Penny Coomes and Nick Buckland win European ice dance bronze in Budapest

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/14 at 2:34 am

BOXING

Andriy Rudenko pulls out of his fight against British heavyweight Dereck Chisora next month with ruptured Achilles

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/14 at 4:34 am

SNOOKER

Ronnie O'Sullivan meets Ricky Walden in the quarter-finals of snooker's Masters

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/14 at 4:35 am

RUGBY UNION

The highest try-scorer in Premiership history, winger Mark Cueto, signs a new contract with Sale Sharks

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/14 at 5:23 am

WORLD CRICKET

A fine 106 from Eoin Morgan helps England to 300-8 against Australia in Brisbane in the second one-day international
James Faulkner scores 69 from 47 balls as Australia snatch a remarkable victory at the Gabba by 1 wicket. After England set a target of 301 to win Australia were 120/5 in the 23rd over and then 244/9 with 6 overs left, but Faulkner hit the first 3 balls of Tim Bresnan's final over for 4 to lead Australia to a 2 nil lead in the series with 3 games to play.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/14 at 7:06 am

James Faulkner scores 69 from 47 balls as Australia snatch a remarkable victory at the Gabba by 1 wicket. After England set a target of 301 to win Australia were 120/5 in the 23rd over and then 244/9 with 6 overs left, but Faulkner hit the first 3 balls of Tim Bresnan's final over for 4 to lead Australia to a 2 nil lead in the series with 3 games to play.
This means that England have now lost eight consecutive matches against Australia.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/14 at 9:04 am

This means that England have now lost eight consecutive matches against Australia.
The Third One Day International will be on Sunday.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/14 at 9:05 am

SNOOKER

Ronnie O'Sullivan thrashes fellow Englishman Ricky Walden 6-0 in their quarter-final at The Masters

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/14 at 9:08 am

GOLF

Scot Craig Lee shares the lead at the halfway stage in the Abu Dhabi Championship as Rory McIlroy stays in contention.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/14 at 10:24 am

RUGBY UNION

Flanker Chris Robshaw is reappointed England captain for the Six Nations

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/14 at 1:02 pm

SKELETON

GB's Lizzy Yarnold wins her fourth World Cup gold medal of the season in Austria; Shelley Rudman finishes fifth

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/14 at 1:03 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE

The RFL announces that the top two divisions will run with 12 teams from 2015, splitting to three leagues of eight

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/18/14 at 1:30 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray gave evidence that he could yet be a contender for the title with an impressive third-round win over 26th seed Feliciano Lopez at the Australian Open.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/18/14 at 7:58 am

HOCKEY

England beat Australia to win the bronze medal at the Hockey World League Final in Delhi

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/18/14 at 7:59 am

HOCKEY

England beat Australia to win the bronze medal at the Hockey World League Final in Delhi
Makes a change than being beaten by Australia at cricket!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/18/14 at 7:59 am

WINTER SPORTS

GB freestyle skier Katie Summerhayes comes second in slopestyle at World Cup event in Gstaad

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/18/14 at 7:59 am

CYCLING

Britain's men and women finish third in their team sprint events at the final World Cup event of the season in Mexico

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/18/14 at 8:00 am

TENNIS

Top seed Rafael Nadal beats Gael Monfils in 6-1 6-2 6-3 to reach the fourth round of the Australian Open

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/18/14 at 8:00 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Chelsea midfielder Kevin De Bruyne joins Wolfsburg for an undisclosed fee

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/18/14 at 8:01 am

SNOOKER

Ronnie O'Sullivan thrashes fellow Englishman Ricky Walden 6-0 in their quarter-final at The Masters
He took only 58 minutes to seal his place in the last four, including a 134 break in the fourth frame.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/18/14 at 3:01 pm

RUGBY UNION

Ulster beat Leicester 22-19 at Welford Road to secure a home quarter-final against Saracens in the Heineken Cup

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/18/14 at 3:05 pm

SNOOKER

Mark Selby beats Shaun Murphy 6-1 to reach the final of the Masters for the fifth time in seven years

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/14 at 2:45 am

WORLD CRICKET

Alastair Cook says he could resign as England one-day captain after Australia won the limited-overs series.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/14 at 2:51 am

TENNIS

Top seed Rafael Nadal beats Kei Nishikori in 7-6 7-5 7-6 to clinch his Australian Open quarter-final place

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/14 at 2:51 am

TENNIS

Third seed Maria Sharapova is knocked out of the Australian Open as she is beaten 3-6 6-4 6-1 by Dominika Cibulkova

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/14 at 2:52 am

SNOOKER

Ronnie O'Sullivan beats defending champion Mark Selby 10-4 to win his fifth Masters title

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/14 at 2:58 am

TENNIS

Serena Williams went out of the Australian Open as a back injury hindered the five-time champion against a rampant Ana Ivanovic.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/14 at 3:02 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray overcomes losing the third set to beat Stephane Robert and reach the Australian Open quarter-finals

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/14 at 5:53 am

FORMULA 1

New York Supreme Court dismisses a $650m civil claim against Bernie Ecclestone and other defendants over the sale of F1

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/14 at 5:53 am

FORMULA 1

Force India become the first team to reveal pictures of their 2014 F1 car as major rule changes come into play

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/14 at 5:54 am

CRICKET

England bowling coach David Saker dismisses reports of a rift between team director Andy Flower and batsman Kevin Pietersen

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/14 at 5:54 am

Commonwealth Games Federation is concerned about a lack of interest from member countries in hosting future Games

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/14 at 6:06 am

TENNIS

Roger Federer beats Andy Murray 6-3 6-4 6-7 (6-8) 6-3 to reach Australian Open semi-final against Rafael Nadal

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 01/22/14 at 9:46 am

In the world of pro baseball, a 25-year-old Japanese pitcher by the name of Masahiro Tanaka is looking to sign with a team in the Major Leagues. He has until Friday afternoon to decide, from what I've heard... and while he can (theoretically) sign with any team he chooses, five teams are hoping to get him: the Dodgers, Yankees, Dbacks, Cubs, and Whitesox. The analysts on MLB Network have determined that he would fit well into any of those teams' rotations. (If my team, the Dodgers, signs him, then they'd likely have their rotation set, with Kershaw, Greinke, Ryu, the newly-acquired Haren, and Tanaka.)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/14 at 10:32 am

HORSE RACING

Frankie Dettori enjoys winning double on comeback from injury, aboard Eco Warrior and Gone With The Wind

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/14 at 10:33 am

SNOOKER

Ronnie O'Sullivan fined £7,000 by WPBSA over the content of three tweets and a breach of contract

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 01/22/14 at 5:57 pm

In the world of pro baseball, a 25-year-old Japanese pitcher by the name of Masahiro Tanaka is looking to sign with a team in the Major Leagues. He has until Friday afternoon to decide, from what I've heard... and while he can (theoretically) sign with any team he chooses, five teams are hoping to get him: the Dodgers, Yankees, Dbacks, Cubs, and Whitesox. The analysts on MLB Network have determined that he would fit well into any of those teams' rotations. (If my team, the Dodgers, signs him, then they'd likely have their rotation set, with Kershaw, Greinke, Ryu, the newly-acquired Haren, and Tanaka.)

And it appears that just a couple hours after I typed this, Tanaka made his decision...to sign with the Yankees.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/14 at 5:52 am

CRICKET

Australia beat England by 26 runs in the second ODI of the women's Ashes in Melbourne

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/14 at 5:57 am

RUGBY UNION

Wales and Lions full-back Leigh Halfpenny will announce he is to leave Cardiff Blues in the summer and join French club Toulon

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/14 at 5:57 am

FOOTBALL

Former England striker Stan Collymore deletes his Twitter account after being the target of racist abuse and death threats

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/14 at 5:58 am

FORMULA 1

A controversial plan to award double points at the season's last race will go ahead after a meeting of the sport's bosses

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/14 at 5:58 am

Roger Federer believes coach Stefan Edberg can help him end a seven-year losing run against Rafael Nadal at Grand Slams.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/14 at 5:59 am

TENNIS

Li Na and Dominika Cibulkova will compete for the Australian Open title after they enjoy convincing semi-final victories.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/14 at 6:20 am

DARTS

British Darts Organisation world champion Stephen Bunting has switched to the rival Professional Darts Corporation by accepting a tour card.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/14 at 7:51 am

Pubs in Cardiff and Swansea suspected of showing Premier League football matches illegally using foreign satellites face prosecution, reports BBC Wales.

In the last four months the Premier League's private investigation firm has visited nearly 200 pubs in south Wales.

The League is planning to bring up to 100 prosecutions across Wales and England this season.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/14 at 7:52 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Barcelona captain Carles Puyol is a doubt for Sunday's La Liga game against Malaga after suffering bruising on his left leg. Puyol, 35, limped out of Wednesday's Copa del Rey win at Levante - which was only his ninth start of the season after a catalogue of knee problems.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/14 at 7:52 am

GOLF

Spain's Rafael Cabrera-Bello moves above South Africa's George Coetzee at the top of the Qatar Masters leaderboard. Cabrera-Bello, 29, sinks five birdies in seventh holes from the 12th to move two shots clear of overnight leader Coetzee.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/14 at 7:52 am

GOLF

Spain's Rafael Cabrera-Bello moves above South Africa's George Coetzee at the top of the Qatar Masters leaderboard. Cabrera-Bello, 29, sinks five birdies in seventh holes from the 12th to move two shots clear of overnight leader Coetzee.
Meanwhile, Britain's former world number one Luke Donald seems to have avoided missing the halfway cut. Donald bogeyed the first before carding four birdies after the turn to go two shots clear of the projected cut of one under.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/24/14 at 2:05 am

CRICKET

Alastair Cook says he wants to remain England captain despite the difficult tour of Australia - after hinting he may quit

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/24/14 at 2:11 am

RUGBY UNION

Wales and Lions lock Alun Wyn Jones signs a new contract to stay with the Ospreys

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/24/14 at 4:03 am

SKELETON

Great Britain's Lizzy Yarnold is crowned World Cup champion after finishing ninth in the final event of the season

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/24/14 at 4:03 am

TENNIS

Laura Robson withdraws from GB's Fed Cup tie in Hungary with a wrist injury; she is replaced by Jocelyn Rae

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/24/14 at 4:04 am

GOLF

Former Open champion Stewart Cink is chasing a rare victory with a one-shot lead after the first round at Torrey Pines.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/24/14 at 5:28 am

CRICKET

Surprise, surprise! England have won by 57 runs in Perth to end a nine-game losing streak against Australia and Australia move back below India in the ICC ODI rankings.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/24/14 at 5:55 am

CRICKET

Surprise, surprise! England have won by 57 runs in Perth to end a nine-game losing streak against Australia and Australia move back below India in the ICC ODI rankings.
http://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/320/media/images/72496000/jpg/_72496948_25e2f04c-bb7d-4128-b70a-308321fa0189.jpg

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/24/14 at 5:56 am

TENNIS

Rafael Nadal beats Roger Federer 7-6 (7-4) 6-3 6-3 to set up an Australian Open final against Stanislas Wawrinka

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/24/14 at 8:00 am

BOXING

Carl Froch claims domestic rival George Groves has turned down a "seven figure offer" for a rematch.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/24/14 at 8:00 am

EURO 2016

England will avoid the likes of Germany and Spain in Euro 2016 qualifying after being named as one of the top seeds

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 01/26/14 at 11:55 pm

NHL Hockey:

In Saturday night's Ducks-Kings game at Dodger Stadium, the Anaheim Ducks shut out the Los Angeles Kings, 3-zip.
http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nhl-puck-daddy/ducks-dominate-dodger-stadium-shut-kings-nhl-outdoor-060150255--nhl.html

There was one other hockey game played on a baseball stadium, namely the New York Rangers-New Jersey Devils game, at Yankee Stadium, played today (Sunday). N.Y. Rangers outdueled the Devils, but the scoring wasn't one-sided; it was 7-3.
http://sports.yahoo.com/news/rangers-score-6-straight-top-213251550--nhl.html
Of course, the weather was a lot colder there than in L.A.!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/27/14 at 4:19 am

TENNIS

Stanislas Wawrinka beats an injured Rafael Nadal to win his first Grand Slam with victory in the Australian Open.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/27/14 at 4:19 am

TENNIS

China's Li Na won her second Grand Slam title with victory over Slovakian Dominika Cibulkova at the Australian Open.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/14 at 3:54 am

HORSE RACING

Wednesday's meeting at Newcastle is called off because of heavy rain

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/14 at 3:54 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Paris St-Germain agree to fee that could pass £20m for Newcastle midfielder Yohan Cabaye

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/14 at 3:54 am

CRICKET

All-rounder James Faulkner ruled out of Australia’s T20 games against England and the Test tour to South Africa with a knee injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/14 at 3:55 am

GOLF

American Scott Stallings birdies the 18th hole to win the Farmers Insurance Open in California by one stroke.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/14 at 8:58 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Netherlands striker Luuk de Jong is to have a medical at Newcastle, his club Borussia Monchengladbach announce

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/14 at 8:59 am

FORMULA 1

Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton crashes in pre-season testing in Jerez

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/14 at 9:50 am

CYCLING

Colombian climbing specialist Nairo Quintana will ride the Giro d'Italia rather than the Tour de France later this year, his Movistar team have confirmed.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/14 at 10:08 am

British visually-impaired skier Jade Etherington and her guide Caroline Powell have won downhill gold at the IPC World Cup in Tignes in France.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/14 at 12:00 pm

CRICKET

England, India and Australia are set to have more control over cricket's future under principles agreed by the ICC

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/14 at 12:01 pm

FORMULA 1

Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton crashes in pre-season testing in Jerez
http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/72575000/jpg/_72575517_crashrex.jpg

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/14 at 2:52 am

CRICKET

Australia win the toss and bat first in the first men's Twenty20 international against England in Hobart

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/14 at 2:52 am

CRICKET

England retain the Women's Ashes after winning the first T20 international by nine wickets to take an unassailable lead

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/14 at 2:53 am

CRICKET

England retain the Women's Ashes after winning the first T20 international by nine wickets to take an unassailable lead
https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/t1/1660926_10151898344422555_1104323178_n.jpg

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/14 at 5:02 am

FORMULA 1

McLaren appoint former Lotus team principal Eric Boullier as racing director

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/14 at 5:03 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Newcastle submit a bid for Lyon’s 23-year-old France midfielder Clement Grenier

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/14 at 5:04 am

CRICKET

Australia set England a target of 214 to win the first T20 international after making 213-4 in Hobart

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/14 at 12:22 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Fulham hold talks with Olympiakos over an £11m deal for Greece striker Konstantinos Mitroglou

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/14 at 12:22 pm

CRICKET

Australia set England a target of 214 to win the first T20 international after making 213-4 in Hobart
Australia beat England by 13 runs in the first Twenty20 international to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/14 at 12:23 pm

RUGBY UNION

Alex Dunbar, Duncan Taylor, Tim Swinson and Ryan Wilson to make Six Nations debuts for Scotland against Ireland

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/14 at 12:23 pm

ATHLETICS

England's Commonwealth Games champion Louise Hazel comes out of retirement for Glasgow 2014

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/14 at 5:20 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Lyon reject Newcastle's bid for 23-year-old France midfielder Clement Grenier

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/14 at 5:21 am

WINTER OLYMPICS

GB athletes told by British Olympic Association to wear "less overtly branded" kit en route to Sochi for safety reasons

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/14 at 5:33 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray sticks it to the twitterati:

'I don't smoke grass, I'm not getting married and I don't want to kill Nadal'

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/14 at 5:39 am

RUGBY UNION

Centre Luther Burrell and winger Jack Nowell to make England debuts against France in Six Nations on Saturday

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/14 at 5:39 am

CRICKET

Scotland secure their place at the 2015 World Cup with a three-wicket win over Kenya in New Zealand

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/14 at 5:40 am

FORMULA 1

Michael Schumacher is slowly being brought out of an induced coma following last month's skiing accident, his manager says

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/14 at 10:21 am

HORSE RACING

Godolphin's unbeaten filly Certify wins at Meydan in Dubai on return from six-month suspension after doping scandal

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: warped on 01/30/14 at 3:39 pm

MLB:

Long-time Astros slugger Lance Berkman is retiring as a player, according to an MLB.com. A very good player during his career. Wish him the best.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 01/30/14 at 6:58 pm

MLB:

Long-time Astros slugger Lance Berkman is retiring as a player, according to an MLB.com. A very good player during his career. Wish him the best.

He certainly was... with the Astros, Yankees (briefly), Cardinals, and Rangers. O0 He won a World Series ring in 2011 with STL.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/14 at 7:32 am

CRICKET

Andy Flower is to leave his role as England team director, BBC Sport understands

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/14 at 7:33 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Fulham striker Dimitar Berbatov to have medical at Monaco

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/14 at 7:34 am

FORMULA 1

Red Bull end their troubled test early after completing just 20 laps over four days in Jerez

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/14 at 7:34 am

CRICKET

Australia beat England by eight wickets in second T20 international to take unassailable 2-0 lead in three-match series

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 01/31/14 at 11:43 pm

MLB player Michael Young has also decided to retire, after 14 seasons in the majors, mostly with the Texas Rangers.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/01/14 at 4:38 am

TENNIS

Great Britain lead the USA 2-0 in the Davis Cup World Group after wins for James Ward and Andy Murray in San Diego.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/03/14 at 5:53 am

ROWING

British Olympic gold medallist Zac Purchase announces his retirement from professional rowing

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/03/14 at 5:54 am

WINTER OLYMPICS

Snowboarders call for the Olympic slopestyle course to be changed after an athlete crashes and is taken to hospital

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/03/14 at 6:41 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray beats Sam Querrey to give Great Britain victory over the USA and a first Davis Cup quarter-final since 1986.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/03/14 at 9:27 am

BASKETBALL

Great Britain are drawn with Bosnia-Herzegovina and Iceland in qualifying for for EuroBasket 2015 in Ukraine. GB were placed in Group A and must top the pool to guarantee their place at the tournament, or be one of the best six runners-up.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/04/14 at 11:38 am

OLYMPICS

UK Sport withdraws Olympic funding for basketball, synchronised swimming, water polo and weightlifting

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/05/14 at 6:58 am

CRICKET

Captain Alastair Cook played a key role in the decision to end Kevin Pietersen's England career, the BBC learns

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/05/14 at 6:59 am

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL

England's World Cup opponents Uruguay will prepare for the tournament with a friendly against Northern Ireland

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/05/14 at 11:28 am

FOOTBALL

David Beckham confirms he has chosen Miami as the location for his Major League Soccer franchise

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/05/14 at 12:11 pm

RUGBY UNION

Scotland wing Sean Maitland to miss rest of the Six Nations with a knee and ankle injury from his side’s game in Dublin

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/06/14 at 4:15 am

HORSE RACING

Friday's meeting at Newcastle is off because the track is waterlogged

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/06/14 at 4:15 am

RUGBY UNION

England name an unchanged starting XV and replacements’ bench for Saturday’s Six Nations game against Scotland

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Written By: warped on 02/06/14 at 7:59 am

NHL Hockey:

Star forward Steven Stamkos will not play for Team Canada at the Sochi Olympics, as doctors say he has not recovered enough from a broken leg.
Huge loss for Canada.

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Written By: nally on 02/06/14 at 7:55 pm

MLB: Members of the L.A. Dodgers and Arizona Diamondbacks are reporting to their spring training camps today. These two teams will be kicking off the regular season with a pair of games in Sydney, Australia, the weekend of March 22-23 (Dbacks will be the "home team" for both games, so they will only be playing 79 games at Chase Field this year), while the other 28 teams finish up their spring training schedule.

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Written By: nally on 02/06/14 at 10:30 pm

Also in MLB news... I just found out that Ralph Kiner, a slugger active primarily during the 1940's (played for the Pirates, Cubs, and Indians; his career was limited by a bad back) and later a New York Mets broadcaster (beginning in their expansion season, 1962, and continued to serve through last year), passed away this morning at the age of 91.

R.I.P. Ralph Kiner. :\'(

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Written By: nally on 02/07/14 at 10:27 pm

A-Rod has dropped all lawsuits and will serve his year-long suspension this year.

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Written By: warped on 02/08/14 at 8:28 am

A-Rod has dropped all lawsuits and will serve his year-long suspension this year.

O0

But I still think we have not heard the last from him.

Also in MLB news... I just found out that Ralph Kiner, a slugger active primarily during the 1940's (played for the Pirates, Cubs, and Indians; his career was limited by a bad back) and later a New York Mets broadcaster (beginning in their expansion season, 1962, and continued to serve through last year), passed away this morning at the age of 91.

R.I.P. Ralph Kiner. :\'(

Great HR hitter. He led (or was tied for) the National League in HR`s every year from 1946 to 1952. 7 years in a row. No one else has ever done that...before or since. In either league.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/14 at 6:36 am

HORSE RACING

Wednesday's racing at Chepstow & scheduled fixture at Fontwell on Thursday are off because the courses are waterlogged

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/14 at 6:36 am

RUGBY UNION

Sir Ian McGeechan announces plan to create Yorkshire Carnegie from 2014-15 to replace existing Leeds Carnegie club

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Written By: nally on 02/11/14 at 7:25 pm

MLB: Players from every team are reporting to their training camps this week, with Spring Training to begin in two weeks!

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Written By: warped on 02/11/14 at 8:45 pm

MLB: Players from every team are reporting to their training camps this week, with Spring Training to begin in two weeks!

Great! Can't wait for the season to begin, but it seems so far away with the 2 or 3 feet of snow on the ground now, here.

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Written By: nally on 02/11/14 at 11:55 pm

Great! Can't wait for the season to begin, but it seems so far away with the 2 or 3 feet of snow on the ground now, here.

I can't wait either!

It'll be here before ya know it...

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/12/14 at 5:16 am

Great! Can't wait for the season to begin, but it seems so far away with the 2 or 3 feet of snow on the ground now, here.
It is the same feeling for me, waiting for the start of the cricket season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/12/14 at 5:16 am

CRICKET

Yorkshire sign Australia limited-overs opening batsman Aaron Finch to play in all forms of the game this summer

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/12/14 at 5:16 am

CRICKET

Kevin Pietersen re-signs for the Delhi Daredevils for the 2014 Indian Premier League

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/12/14 at 5:17 am

CRICKET

Kevin Pietersen re-signs for the Delhi Daredevils for the 2014 Indian Premier League
Now that he has been dropped by the England Cricket Team, he can honour his position there.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/12/14 at 10:37 am

CRICKET

Angus Fraser has been appointed as an England selector, but will continue as Middlesex managing director of cricket.
The former England seam bowler, 48, joins national selector James Whitaker and England one-day international and Twenty20 head coach Ashley Giles on the selection panel. His arrival means Andy Flower will no longer be part of the selection panel.
Flower stepped down as England team director last month, but agreed to temporarily stay on as a selector.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/12/14 at 12:38 pm

CRICKET

Paul Collingwood will be England assistant coach - under Ashley Giles - for the West Indies tour and World T20

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Written By: nally on 02/12/14 at 10:13 pm

Also in MLB, Derek Jeter has announced that this season will be his last.

I hope he gets into the HOF on his first ballot (which would likely be in 2020).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/13/14 at 3:22 am

HORSE RACING

Meetings at Sandown on Friday and Ffos Las on Sunday are called off because of waterlogged tracks

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/14/14 at 4:26 am

CRICKET

Mitchell Johnson takes 7-68 as Australia dismiss South Africa for 206 on day three of first Test (Australia lead by 191)

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Written By: nally on 02/14/14 at 11:20 am

More MLB news... another former player/manager has passed on: Jim Fregosi, from stroke complications. He was 71. :\'(

Fregosi spent a good part of his life in baseball; as a player during the 1960s and 1970s he played the bulk of his career with the Angels (selected by them in the 1960 expansion draft and made his Major League debut late in the 1961 season, at age 19), before being traded to the New York Mets after the 1971 season (in a trade for Nolan Ryan, who would later be managed by Fregosi in the late 70s), then on to the Texas Rangers and Pittsburgh Pirates before retiring in 1978. That same year, he began a managerial career, managing the Angels from 1978 into 1981; later he managed the Chicago White Sox from 1986-88, Philadelphia Phillies from 1991-96 (in '93 he managed the team to a National League pennant), and the Toronto Blue Jays from 1999-2000.

The L.A. Angels would retire Fregosi's jersey number, 11, in the late 1990s.

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Written By: warped on 02/14/14 at 4:14 pm

More MLB news... another former player/manager has passed on: Jim Fregosi, from stroke complications. He was 71. :\'(

Fregosi spent a good part of his life in baseball; as a player during the 1960s and 1970s he played the bulk of his career with the Angels (selected by them in the 1960 expansion draft and made his Major League debut late in the 1961 season, at age 19), before being traded to the New York Mets after the 1971 season (in a trade for Nolan Ryan, who would later be managed by Fregosi in the late 70s), then on to the Texas Rangers and Pittsburgh Pirates before retiring in 1978. That same year, he began a managerial career, managing the Angels from 1978 into 1981; later he managed the Chicago White Sox from 1986-88, Philadelphia Phillies from 1991-96 (in '93 he managed the team to a National League pennant), and the Toronto Blue Jays from 1999-2000.

The L.A. Angels would retire Fregosi's jersey number, 11, in the late 1990s.

Fregosi was a good player in his California Angels day. But he will always go down as the guy who was traded for Nolan Ryan. I think Jim was Philadelphia's manager when they lost to Toronto in the world series in 1993.
One of Philadelphia's pitcher on that 1993 Phillies team, Curt Schilling, recently announced he is battling cancer.

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Written By: nally on 02/14/14 at 5:32 pm

I think Jim was Philadelphia's manager when they lost to Toronto in the world series in 1993.

Yes indeed, he was. I remember that series very well.

One of Philadelphia's pitcher on that 1993 Phillies team, Curt Schilling, recently announced he is battling cancer.

oh yes, I have recently been hearing about that too.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/14 at 6:26 am

CRICKET

World Twenty20 champions West Indies beat Ireland by 11 runs to draw their two-match series at Sabina Park.

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Written By: nally on 02/22/14 at 11:35 pm

MLB Spring Training starts next week. I may decide to start the thread for the 2014 season (if no one else does).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/23/14 at 10:37 am

CRICKET

South Africa win the second Test against Australia by 231 runs in Port Elizabeth to level the series at 1-1

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/24/14 at 1:12 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Barcelona pay £11.2m to Spain's authorities after being charged with tax fraud over the signing of Neymar - but deny wrongdoing

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/24/14 at 1:13 pm

FORMULA 1

Britain's Susie Wolff will take part in two practice sessions at grands prix as a Williams development driver

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/24/14 at 1:14 pm

CRICKET

Pakistan Under-19s beat England Under-19s by three wickets in the World Cup semi-final in Dubai

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/26/14 at 3:02 pm

CRICKET

Jonathan Trott is set to make his comeback for Warwickshire in April and is determined to force his way back into the England team.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/28/14 at 8:05 am

CRICKET

West Indies are batting in the first one-day international in Antigua after England win the toss and decide to bowl

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/01/14 at 6:22 am

CRICKET

West Indies beat England by 15 runs in the first match of the one-day series in Antigua

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/01/14 at 6:22 am

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray is beaten in three sets by Bulgarian Grigor Dimitrov in the semi-finals of the Mexican Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/01/14 at 6:22 am

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray is beaten in three sets by Bulgarian Grigor Dimitrov in the semi-finals of the Mexican Open
Back to normality!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/01/14 at 6:22 am

CYCLING

GB's Joanna Rowsell wins her second gold of the World Track Championships with victory in the individual pursuit

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/07/14 at 5:16 am

RUGBY UNION

Ben Morgan replaces the injured Billy Vunipola at No 8 for England's Six Nations match against Wales; Tom Johnson on the bench

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/07/14 at 5:16 am

MICHAEL SCHUMACHER

Spokeswoman says ex-F1 champion is 'still in the wake-up phase. The situation has not changed'

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/07/14 at 5:17 am

GOLF

England's Trish Johnson is just two shots off the lead after the second round of the World Ladies Championship in Haikou. The 48-year-old from Bristol shot a five-under-par 68 to add to her opening 69 to sit in a five-way share of second. Norway's defending champion Suzann Pettersen leads at the Mission Hills resort's Blackstone course.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/07/14 at 7:30 am

ATHLETICS

GB medal hope Laura Muir fails to progress through the heats of women's 800m at the World Indoor Athletics Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/07/14 at 8:29 am

WOMEN'S FOOTBALL

Full time in the Cyprus Cup match between England's women and Finland and it is the former who come out on top with a 3-0 win. Eniola Aluko got a late third for England.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/08/14 at 6:46 am

GOLF

Rory McIlroy, Graeme McDowell & Jamie Donaldson one off the lead at halfway stage of WGC Cadillac Championship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/08/14 at 8:20 am

CRICKET

Joe Root will miss England's Twenty20 matches against West Indies after breaking his thumb in the last one-day international.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/08/14 at 8:20 am

CRICKET

Warwickshire confirm that England batsman Jonathan Trott will be fit to start the new season in April.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/08/14 at 8:20 am

CRICKET

Mervyn Westfield, jailed for spot-fixing in 2012, is on the verge of resuming his cricket career in Essex

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/08/14 at 8:39 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

St Johnstone win 3-1 at Scottish Championship strugglers Raith Rovers to book their place in the Scottish Cup semi-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/08/14 at 11:36 am

RUGBY UNION

Six Nations leaders Ireland beat Italy 46-7 in Dublin to extend their advantage at the top of the championship table

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/14 at 2:40 am

TENNIS

British number three James Ward is beaten 3-6 6-2 6-4 by Feliciano Lopez at the BNP Paribas Open in California

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/14 at 2:41 am

CRICKET

Captain Stuart Broad is ruled out of England's remaining T20s in the West Indies with a knee injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/14 at 2:42 am

RUGBY UNION

Wales full-back Leigh Halfpenny will miss the rest of this season after dislocating his shoulder against England

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/14 at 2:43 am

CRICKET

England suffered a heavy defeat by West Indies in the first of three Twenty20 internationals in Barbados. The tourists paid the price for only picking one spinner as the Windies piled up 170-3 batting first, with Marlon Samuels hitting 69 off 46 balls. England then laboured to 143-9, with six of the wickets falling to spin at the Kensington Oval in Barbados. Tim Bresnan top-scored with 47 not out but the tourists never looked like getting close to their target.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/14 at 7:04 am

BOXING

British light-welterweight title holder Curtis Woodhouse confirms he will not retire from boxing

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/14 at 7:05 am

WORLD CUP 2014

The World Cup in Brazil is only 95 days away, with the opening match between Brazil and Croatia taking place in Sao Paulo on 12 June.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/14 at 1:26 pm

CRICKET

England batsman Joe Root will miss the World Twenty20 because of his fractured thumb, with Ian Bell called up to replace him

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/14 at 1:26 pm

CHAMPIONS LEAGUE

Arsene Wenger confirms Kieran Gibbs will miss Arsenal's trip to Bayern Munich on Tuesday but Laurent Koscielny returns

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/14 at 4:36 pm

TENNIS

Andy Murray survived a scare to beat Czech youngster Jiri Vesely 6-7 (2-7) 6-4 6-4 in the third round of the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/14 at 4:11 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray beats Jiri Vesely in the third round of the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells but top seed Rafael Nadal goes out

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/14 at 4:11 am

FA chairman Greg Dyke says a complete ban on players & club staff betting on football matches could soon be introduced

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/14 at 4:27 am

Former F1 racer Michael Schumacher's agent says he is showing "small, encouraging signs" in his fight for recovery.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/14 at 4:29 am

CRICKET

Bowler Ryan Harris will be out for six months after undergoing knee surgery, Cricket Australia says

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/14 at 4:55 am

Dallas Seavey wins the Iditarod, the 1,000 mile (1,600km) annual sled dog race across the US state of Alaska, for the second time.

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Written By: Paul on 03/12/14 at 9:38 am

Dallas Seavey wins the Iditarod, the 1,000 mile (1,600km) annual sled dog race across the US state of Alaska, for the second time.

Gotta be considered as a new sport for the next winter olympics!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/14 at 10:44 am

Gotta be considered as a new sport for the next winter olympics!
We have horses int he summer Olympics, so yes indeed have dogs in the Winter Olympics.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/14 at 11:00 am

HORSE RACING

Sire De Grugy, ridden by Jamie Moore, wins the Queen Mother Champion Chase at the Cheltenham Festival

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/14 at 11:12 am

CRICKET

Indian Premier League games are to be played in the UAE and Bangladesh to avoid a clash with the general election

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/14 at 4:17 pm

TENNIS

Andy Murray is beaten by Milos Raonic 4-6 7-5 6-3 in the fourth round of the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells, California

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/14 at 4:18 pm

WOMEN'S FOOTBALL

England women fail to overturn a 40-year losing run to France by suffering a 2-0 defeat in the Cyprus Cup final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/14 at 5:04 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Manchester City are knocked out of the Champions League with a 2-1 (4-1 agg) defeat at Barcelona

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/14 at 5:04 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Rangers are promoted to the Scottish Championship after beating Airdrieonians 3-0 and taking a 26-point lead

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/14 at 2:22 pm

CRICKET

England, batting first after winning the toss, reach 96-0 after 10 overs in third Twenty20 International against West Indies

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/14 at 2:23 pm

CYCLING

Britain's Geraint Thomas retains his three-second lead after five stages of the Paris-Nice race

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/14 at 2:23 pm

RUGBY UNION

Wales full-back Leigh Halfpenny is to have shoulder surgery, ruling him out of this summer's tour to South Africa

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/14 at 2:23 pm

HORSE RACING

More Of That (15-2) beats the much-fancied Annie Power to win the Cheltenham Festival's World Hurdle

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/14 at 2:24 pm

Former Manchester United player Eric Cantona is arrested and cautioned for common assault

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/14 at 3:23 am

Formula 1

Lewis Hamilton heads Nico Rosberg in a Mercedes one-two in second practice at the season-opening Australian GP

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/14 at 3:23 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Tottenham are beaten 3-1 at home by Benfica in the first leg of their Europa League last-16 tie

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/14 at 3:24 am

CRICKET

England (165-6) beat West Indies (160-7) by five runs as the hosts win the Twenty20 series 2-1 in Barbados

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/14 at 11:16 am

HORSE RACING

Lord Windermere won a thrilling Cheltenham Gold Cup from 20-1 by edging On His Own in a photo finish.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/14 at 3:45 pm

WINTER SPORTS

GB's Elise Christie wins 500m silver at the World Short Track Speed Skating Championships in Montreal

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/14 at 5:52 am

BOXING

Dereck Chisora and Tyson Fury to meet in a world title eliminator on 26 July, promoter Frank Warren announces

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/14 at 5:53 am

CRICKET

England captain Stuart Broad insists he will be fit to play a "full part" in his side's World Twenty 20 campaign

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/14 at 5:53 am

CRICKET

Former England captain Michael Vaughan feels "conned" by Jonathan Trott's decision to leave England's winter Ashes tour

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/14 at 10:13 am

CRICKET

Ireland clinched a dramatic last-ball victory over Zimbabwe in their World Twenty20 opener in Bangladesh.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/14 at 2:24 pm

CYCLING

Isle of Man rider Mark Cavendish wins his second race of 2014 with a trademark finish on the Adriatic coast in Italy

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/14 at 5:38 am

CRICKET

Discarded England batsman Kevin Pietersen named as Delhi Daredevils captain for this year's Indian Premier League

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/14 at 5:39 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

Ex-Tottenham and Chelsea boss Andre Villas-Boas agrees to become Zenit St Petersburg's new head coach

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/14 at 5:40 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Leeds winger Ryan Hall agrees a new five-year contract tying him to the club until the end of the 2018 season

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/14 at 5:40 am

RUGBY UNION

Ireland scrum-half Peter Stringer signs a new one-year contract with Bath

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/14 at 5:40 am

Prospective Leeds United owner Massimo Cellino has been found guilty of tax evasion by an Italian court

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/14 at 6:54 am

CRICKET

England beat Pakistan by two wickets with one ball to spare in their first warm-up game for the Women's World T20

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/14 at 10:56 am

HORSE RACING

Jockey Pat Cosgrave given a six-month ban for improper riding in Dubai by the Emirates Racing Authority

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/14 at 12:18 pm

CRICKET

Hosts Bangladesh beat Nepal by eight wickets in the World Twenty20 to take a two-point lead at the top of Group A

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/14 at 4:46 pm

GOLF

Defending champion Tiger Woods will miss this week's Arnold Palmer Invitational due to back trouble

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/14 at 4:47 pm

CRICKET

Hong Kong became the first side to be knocked out of the World Twenty20 as they lost by seven wickets to Afghanistan in Chittagong.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/14 at 4:21 am

RUGBY UNION

Sale Sharks announce the signing of Italy prop Alberto De Marchi on a two-year deal from Treviso

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/14 at 4:21 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Chelsea are the first English side to reach the Champions League last eight after beating a limp Galatasaray

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/14 at 4:22 am

GOLF

Defending champion Tiger Woods will miss this week's Arnold Palmer Invitational due to back trouble
...and now is doubtful for the US Masters

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/14 at 7:27 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray and Ivan Lendl "mutually agree" to end their two-year coaching relationship

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/14 at 1:06 pm

CRICKET

Ireland beat United Arab Emirates by 21 runs on the Duckworth/Lewis method at the World Twenty20

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/14 at 1:44 pm

CRICKET

England lose their second and final World Twenty20 warm-up match to India by 20 runs

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/20/14 at 5:02 am

TENNIS

British teenager Kyle Edmund is beaten in the first round of the Sony Open by France's world number 52 Julien Benneteau

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/20/14 at 10:29 am

FORMULA 1

Red Bull appeal against Daniel Ricciardo's disqualification from the Australian GP

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/20/14 at 10:31 am

CRICKET

Nepal beat Afghanistan by nine runs in their final World Twenty20 Group A game

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/20/14 at 3:35 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Tottenham knocked out of Europa League by Portuguese side Benfica after 5-3 aggregate defeat

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/21/14 at 4:19 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Manchester United and Chelsea are among eight teams in the Champions League quarter-final draw at 11:00 GMT

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/21/14 at 4:20 am

CRICKET

Zimbabwe beat United Arab Emirates by five wickets in the World Twenty20

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/21/14 at 4:22 am

TENNIS

Jarkko Nieminen beats Greg Rusedski's 18-year-old record for the fastest ATP Tour win as he thrashes Australian Bernard Tomic 6-0 6-1 at the Sony Open. Nieminen, 32, took 28 minutes and 20 seconds to advance to the second round. Briton Rusedski beat Germany's Carsten Arriens in 29 minutes at the Sydney International in 1996.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/21/14 at 9:05 am

CRICKET

India win the toss and will field against Pakistan in the opening Super 10 match of the World Twenty20 in Bangladesh

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/21/14 at 9:06 am

CRICKET

Netherlands beat Ireland by six wickets with 37 balls remaining - Dutch progress to Super 10 phase, Ireland & Zimbabwe go home

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/21/14 at 9:06 am

EUROPA LEAGUE DRAW

Benfica face AZ Alkmaar in the quarter-finals after beating Tottenham, while Juventus meet Lyon

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/21/14 at 9:07 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Champions League draw:

Man Utd v Bayern
PSG v Chelsea
Real v Dortmund
Barca v Atletico

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/21/14 at 12:40 pm

CRICKET

India (131-3) beat Pakistan (130-7) by seven wickets in the opening Super 10 match of the World Twenty20 in Bangladesh

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/22/14 at 6:33 am

HORSE RACING

Martin Harley has left hospital after the Lingfield fall in which he broke four ribs and a bone in his neck

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/22/14 at 6:33 am

CRICKET

England all-rounder Luke Wright is ruled out of World Twenty20 with a side strain, and will be replaced by Craig Kieswetter

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/22/14 at 6:34 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray beats Australia's Matthew Ebden 3-6 6-0 6-1 in Sony Open in his first match since splitting with coach Ivan Lendl

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/22/14 at 6:34 am

GOLF

Australia's Adam Scott leads the field by seven shots at the Arnold Palmer Invitational tournament in Florida

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/22/14 at 6:36 am

CRICKET

Sri Lanka finish on 165-7 v South Africa in World T20 Super 10s

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/22/14 at 9:47 am

CRICKET

Sri Lanka finish on 165-7 v South Africa in World T20 Super 10s
Sri Lanka beat South Africa by five runs in an absorbing Group One match at the World Twenty20 in Chittagong.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/22/14 at 1:32 pm

CRICKET

New Zealand beat England by nine runs on Duckworth/Lewis method after play is abandoned because of rain

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/22/14 at 1:32 pm

RUGBY UNION

Saracens beat Harlequins to go top of the Premiership in front of a record crowd for club rugby union at Wembley

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/22/14 at 1:33 pm

HORSE RACING

Robin Hoods Bay wins the Winter Derby at Lingfield, with favourite Grandeur unplaced

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/14 at 4:54 am

CRICKET

Sri Lanka dismissed the Netherlands for the lowest score in Twenty20 international history as they cruised to the top of Group 1 in Chittagong. The sorry Dutch were bundled out for 39 runs in 10.3 overs, 17 fewer runs than the previous worst total. Only Tom Cooper (16) made double figures as Angelo Mathews and Ajantha Mendis took three wickets apiece. Sri Lanka knocked off the runs in five overs for the loss of only one wicket to complete a nine-wicket victory.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/14 at 4:54 am

CRICKET

Sri Lanka dismissed the Netherlands for the lowest score in Twenty20 international history as they cruised to the top of Group 1 in Chittagong. The sorry Dutch were bundled out for 39 runs in 10.3 overs, 17 fewer runs than the previous worst total. Only Tom Cooper (16) made double figures as Angelo Mathews and Ajantha Mendis took three wickets apiece. Sri Lanka knocked off the runs in five overs for the loss of only one wicket to complete a nine-wicket victory.
Worst T20 international scores
39 - Netherlands v Sri Lanka (March 2014)
56 - Kenya v Afghanistan (August 2013)
67 - Kenya v Ireland (August 2008)
69 - Hong Kong v Nepal (March 2014)
70 - Bermuda v Canada (August 2008)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/14 at 4:55 am

CRICKET

Dale Steyn bowls South Africa to a thrilling two-run victory over New Zealand in the World Twenty20 in Bangladesh.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/14 at 4:56 am

FOOTBALL

Former England captain David Beckham unveils plans for a 25,000-seat stadium in Miami for his Major League Soccer team

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/14 at 4:56 am

CRICKET

India's highest court asks the president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India to step down amid a spot-fixing inquiry

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/14 at 6:23 am

SKIING

Four-time Team GB Olympic skier Chemmy Alcott announces her retirement

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/14 at 6:47 am

TENNIS

Dan Evans is named in Britain's Davis Cup squad, alongside Andy Murray, to face Italy next month

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/14 at 9:05 am

CRICKET

New Zealand beat Ireland by 42 runs in the Women's World Twenty20

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/14 at 11:41 am

CRICKET

Australia beat South Africa by six wickets at the Women's World Twenty20

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/14 at 11:48 am

CYCLING

UCI president Brian Cookson wants an overhaul of the Olympics, with some indoor sports moving to the Winter Games

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/14 at 11:48 am

CYCLING

UCI president Brian Cookson wants an overhaul of the Olympics, with some indoor sports moving to the Winter Games
Since when is cycling a winter sport?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/14 at 1:27 pm

TENNIS

Novak Djokovic is the first man into the quarter-finals of the Sony Open, beating Tommy Robredo 6-3 7-5

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/14 at 1:28 pm

CRICKET

Defending champions West Indies (171-7) beat hosts Bangladesh (98) by 73 runs at the World Twenty20

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/14 at 4:51 pm

TENNIS

Andy Murray beats Jo-Wilfried Tsonga 6-4 6-1 to set up Sony Open quarter-final match against Novak Djokovic

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/14 at 4:52 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Bayern Munich win the Bundesliga title with a record seven games to spare with victory at Hertha Berlin

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 03/25/14 at 7:23 pm

Since when is cycling a winter sport?

In some parts of the world, wintertime is warmer than usual...

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/14 at 1:16 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Scottish Premiership results:
Ross County 1-1 Aberdeen
St Mirren 0-1 St Johnstone

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/14 at 1:16 am

In some parts of the world, wintertime is warmer than usual...
Winter sports involve ice and snow.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/14 at 1:17 am

SNOOKER

Defending champion Ding Junhui loses to Ben Woollaston on day one of Players' Championship Grand Final in Preston

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/14 at 6:48 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Marc Green announces completion of takeover of Super League side Bradford Bulls

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/14 at 8:24 am

GOLF

The Royal & Ancient Golf Club announce plans to hold a vote on whether to allow women members for the first time

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/14 at 12:28 pm

CRICKET

England (98-5) beat India (95-9) by five wickets at the Women's World T20

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 03/26/14 at 3:41 pm

Winter sports involve ice and snow.

Oh yes, that's right. Not sure how cycling would be done in ice and snow

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/14 at 3:43 pm

Oh yes, that's right. Not sure how cycling would be done in ice and snow
It sounds dangerous.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 03/26/14 at 3:44 pm

It sounds dangerous.

It sure does. Not something I would care to experience! :o

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/14 at 4:39 pm

TENNIS

Andy Murray loses the first set of his Sony Open quarter-final against Novak Djokovic 7-5

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/14 at 3:48 am

FOOTBALL

The FA is to lose £1.6m of public funding for the game's grassroots after failing to reverse a decline in participation

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/14 at 3:49 am

FOOTBALL

UEFA votes to introduce Nations League international tournament from 2018 to replace friendly matches

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/14 at 3:49 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Celtic win the Scottish Premiership title with seven games remaining by beating Partick Thistle 5-1

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/14 at 3:56 am

TENNIS

Novak Djokovic beats Britain's Andy Murray 7-5 6-3 in the quarter-finals of the Sony Open

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/14 at 10:31 am

CRICKET

England score 189-4 against Sri Lanka in their World Twenty20 group match against Sri Lanka in Chittagong

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/14 at 10:35 am

CRICKET
South Africa held their nerve to seal a dramatic six-run win over the Netherlands in Group One of the World Twenty20 in Chittagong. The Proteas had been restricted to 145-9, Hashim Amla top-scoring with 43 as medium-pacer Ahsan Malik took 5-19. The Netherlands raced to 80-1 inside eight overs before Stephan Myburgh was dismissed for a 28-ball 51. Imran Tahir (4-21) and Dale Steyn (2-19) then induced a collapse that saw the Dutch bowled out for 139.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/14 at 10:36 am

CRICKET
South Africa held their nerve to seal a dramatic six-run win over the Netherlands in Group One of the World Twenty20 in Chittagong. The Proteas had been restricted to 145-9, Hashim Amla top-scoring with 43 as medium-pacer Ahsan Malik took 5-19. The Netherlands raced to 80-1 inside eight overs before Stephan Myburgh was dismissed for a 28-ball 51. Imran Tahir (4-21) and Dale Steyn (2-19) then induced a collapse that saw the Dutch bowled out for 139.
In other words, The Netherlands very nearly beat South Africa.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/14 at 10:37 am

GOLF

Europe race to a 5-0 lead over Asia after the first day of the EurAsia Cup in Malaysia

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/14 at 2:52 pm

CRICKET

Alex Hales became the first England player to score a Twenty20 century as they pulled off a memorable six-wicket win over Sri Lanka in World Twenty20 Group One in Chittagong. Hales, who made an unbeaten 116 off 64 balls, hit a six to bring up his hundred and hammered another to wrap up victory with four balls to spare. He put on 152 with Eoin Morgan (57) after England were reduced to 0-2. Earlier, Mahela Jayawardene struck 89 off 51 deliveries in Sri Lanka's 189-4.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/28/14 at 4:23 am

GOLF

Asia fight back to trail Europe 7-3 after the second day of the EurAsia Cup matchplay event in Malaysia

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/28/14 at 4:23 am

FORMULA 1

Nico Rosberg is fastest in second practice for the Malaysian Grand Prix, with Lewis Hamilton fourth

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/28/14 at 4:24 am

TENNIS

Serena Williams beats Maria Sharapova 6-4 6-3 to reach the final of the Sony Open in Miami

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/28/14 at 7:23 am

CRICKET

England women (137-5) beat Bangladesh (58-9) by 79 runs to record their second win in Group B of the World Twenty20

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/28/14 at 7:24 am

CRICKET

Australia set West Indies 179 in their World Twenty20 Group Two match in Mirpur

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/28/14 at 8:16 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

Guus Hiddink to replace Louis van Gaal as Netherlands coach after World Cup

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/28/14 at 8:17 am

CRICKET

West Indies (179-4) beat Australia (178-8) by six wickets in another last-over thriller at the World Twenty20 in Bangladesh

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/29/14 at 3:28 am

GOLF

The inaugural EurAsia Cup finishes in a 10-10 tie as Asia fight back from 7-3 down against Europe in Kuala Lumpur

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/29/14 at 3:28 am

TENNIS

Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic will meet in the Miami final after both their opponents pull out of the semi-finals

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/29/14 at 7:24 am

CRICKET

Netherlands set New Zealand 152 to win their World Twenty20 Group One match

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/29/14 at 7:25 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton is on pole position for the Malaysian Grand Prix amid torrential rain showers during qualifying

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/14 at 8:45 am

Durban and Edmonton advise the Commonwealth Games Federation of their intention to bid for the 2022 Games

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/14 at 8:46 am

CRICKET

Pakistan and West Indies meet for a place in the World Twenty20 semi-finals

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/14 at 8:47 am

TENNIS

Wimbledon champion Andy Murray announces he will reveal the identity of his new coach on Wednesday

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/14 at 12:22 pm

CRICKET

West Indies beat Pakistan by 84 runs to set up a World Twenty20 semi-final against Sri Lanka

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/14 at 12:24 pm

GOLF

Phil Mickelson's bid for a fourth Green Jacket is in doubt after he pulled out of the Texas Open with a muscle strain less than two weeks before the Masters.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/14 at 12:29 pm

TENNIS

Wimbledon champion Andy Murray announces he will reveal the identity of his new coach on Wednesday
Andy Murray will not be naming his new coach on Wednesday, after it is confirmed a message he posted on Twitter was an April Fool.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/14 at 12:35 pm

GOLF

Tiger Woods will miss the Masters after having surgery on a pinched nerve in his back

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/14 at 12:35 pm

CRICKET

England's women will face South Africa in their World Twenty20 semi-final on Friday

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/14 at 1:12 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Manchester United host Bayern Munich in the Champions League, while Barcelona face Atletico Madrid.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 04/01/14 at 2:11 pm

GOLF

Phil Mickelson's bid for a fourth Green Jacket is in doubt after he pulled out of the Texas Open with a muscle strain less than two weeks before the Masters.

Too bad for Mickelson. :-\\

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/14 at 2:13 pm

Too bad for Mickelson. :-\\
We always like to watch him play.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 04/01/14 at 2:18 pm

We always like to watch him play.

Golf can be interesting to watch, depending on who's involved, and other factors.

You may recall that I used to play a little bit of golf, about 8-10 years ago or so, with my dad. We even played "Wii Golf" last year on our cruise.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/14 at 2:58 pm

Golf can be interesting to watch, depending on who's involved, and other factors.

You may recall that I used to play a little bit of golf, about 8-10 years ago or so, with my dad. We even played "Wii Golf" last year on our cruise.
I used to play too, before my back went.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 04/01/14 at 3:03 pm

I used to play too, before my back went.

I just know that when I took a golf class almost 10 years ago, I had to play at an actual 9-hole course as part of an assignment. Since then, my dad and I hadn't done much actual golfing, except for a couple times in 2006.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/14 at 3:23 pm

I just know that when I took a golf class almost 10 years ago, I had to play at an actual 9-hole course as part of an assignment. Since then, my dad and I hadn't done much actual golfing, except for a couple times in 2006.
You should try again, it helps to relax

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/14 at 3:40 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Manchester United draw 1-1 against Bayern Munich in the Champions League quarter-final first leg at Old Trafford

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/14 at 4:36 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Motherwell move second in the Scottish Premiership thanks to a late goal from Iain Vigurs to beat Inverness CT

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 04/01/14 at 8:12 pm

You should try again, it helps to relax

Yeah, and it's good exercise. So is bowling, which I haven't done since last summer...although I do wish to work on my four-step approach some more.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/14 at 1:58 am

Yeah, and it's good exercise. So is bowling, which I haven't done since last summer...although I do wish to work on my four-step approach some more.
Bowling is another sport I have lost out on due to injuries. Only played twice and wished it was more.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/14 at 1:58 am

TENNIS

17-time Grand Slam winner Serena Williams loses 6-4 6-4 to Slovakia's world number 78 Jana Cepelova in the Family Circle Cup

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/14 at 5:58 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Spanish champions Barcelona are given a 14-month transfer ban for breaking rules on signing international players under 18.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/14 at 11:54 am

FOOTBALL

Saido Berahino considers legal action against West Brom team-mate James Morrison after being punched in a dressing-room row

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/14 at 11:55 am

WRESTLING

British wrestler Olga Butkevych wins -60kg bronze at the European Championships in Vantaa, Finland

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/14 at 1:49 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

PSG v Chelsea in the Champions League, plus Real Madrid v Borussia Dortmund

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/14 at 2:28 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Hearts v Aberdeen - the hosts must win to avoid relegation from the Scottish Premiership

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/14 at 2:48 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Champions League Half Time Scores:
PSG 1-1 Chelsea
Real Madrid 2-0 Borussia Dortmund

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 04/02/14 at 4:59 pm

Bowling is another sport I have lost out on due to injuries. Only played twice and wished it was more.

Sorry to hear that. I just know that I wish to practice more in order to become better at it.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/14 at 2:34 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Champions League:

Chelsea face an uphill task in their quarter-final after a 3-1 defeat by PSG, while Real Madrid beat Dortmund 3-0

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/14 at 2:34 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Jamie Hamill's penalty rescues 10-man Hearts against Aberdeen and delays relegation for at least another few days

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/14 at 2:34 am

TENNIS

Davis Cup captain Leon Smith has a "gut instinct" about who will fill GB's second singles spot against Italy

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/14 at 2:35 am

ATHLETICS

400m runner Lee McConnell will miss the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow after announcing her retirement from athletics

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/14 at 7:45 am

HORSE RACING

The final field has been named for the Grand National, with a maximum 40 runners set to line up on Saturday.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/14 at 7:46 am

CRICKET

Defending champions West Indies face Sri Lanka in the World Twenty20 semi-final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/14 at 10:12 am

Seven players from Football League clubs in north-west England have been arrested in connection with alleged spot-fixing. The footballers are all aged between 18 and 30, the National Crime Agency said. The agency also said six other men originally arrested in December on suspicion of involvement in spot-fixing had been re-arrested after new evidence came to light. All 13 are currently being interviewed by police. Spot-fixing is where a player influences a specific element of a match, for example by getting a yellow card, without trying to fix the final score.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/14 at 10:20 am

HORSE RACING

The New One, ridden by Sam Twiston-Davies, wins the Aintree Hurdle on day one of the Grand National meeting

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/14 at 11:51 am

CRICKET

Sri Lanka beat defending champions West Indies by 27 runs on Duckworth/Lewis to reach the World Twenty20 final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Howard on 04/03/14 at 2:37 pm

WRESTLING

Wrestlemania 30 is just around the corner.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/14 at 1:51 am

GOLF

Lee Westwood and Ian Poulter join Rory McIlroy in carding two-under-par 70s in the Houston Open's first round - five shots behind leaders

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/14 at 1:52 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

A dramatic golden-point drop-goal sees Salford knock out Hull FC in the Challenge Cup fourth round

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/14 at 1:52 am

CRICKET

Kevin Pietersen will play for the St Lucia Zouks in the Caribbean Premier League T20 in July and August

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/14 at 1:53 am

RUGBY UNION

Northampton win 28-14 at Premiership rivals Sale to reach the semi-finals of the Amlin Challenge Cup

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/14 at 1:53 am

SWIMMING

Ross Murdoch wins the 50m breaststroke at the Scottish National Championships in a British record time

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/14 at 4:07 am

CRICKET

England win the toss and are fielding v South Africa in Women's World Twenty20 semi-final - winners play Australia

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/14 at 4:59 am

CRICKET

England win the toss and are fielding v South Africa in Women's World Twenty20 semi-final - winners play Australia
England need 102 to beat South Africa (101 all out) in their Women's World Twenty20 semi-final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/14 at 5:51 am

Formula 1

Michael Schumacher has shown "moments of consciousness", according to his agent. Sabine Kehm said in a statement to the media that he was "making progress", adding: "We remain optimistic." The seven-time Formula 1 world champion suffered a severe head injury in a skiing accident in the French Alps on 29 December and has been kept in a coma to help reduce the swelling in his brain.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/14 at 6:11 am

England need 102 to beat South Africa (101 all out) in their Women's World Twenty20 semi-final
England (104-1) are into the Women's World Twenty20 final after thrashing South Africa by nine wickets with 19 balls to spare

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/14 at 1:21 am

TENNIS

Italy lead GB 1-0 in the Davis Cup quarter-final, with Andy Murray a set up on Andreas Seppi as bad light ends play

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/14 at 1:22 am

CRICKET

Virat Kohli guides India to a six-wicket win over South Africa and a World Twenty20 final meeting with Sri Lanka.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/14 at 3:58 am

TENNIS

Great Britain's Andy Murray to play Italy's Andreas Seppi in Davis Cup quarter-final in Naples

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GRAND NATIONAL

Katie Walsh, the highest-placed female jockey when 3rd on Seabass in 2012, gets late call-up to ride Vesper Bel

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GRAND NATIONAL

Pineau De Re wins the Grand National at 25-1; Balthazar King 14-1, Double Seven 10-1 JF, Alvarado 33-1

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/14 at 11:12 am

FORMULA 1

Nico Rosberg is on pole position for the Bahrain Grand Prix, ahead of Mercedes team-mate Lewis Hamilton

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TENNIS

Andy Murray/Colin Fleming beat Simone Bolelli/Fabio Fognini to take GB to a 2-1 lead over Italy in the Davis Cup quarter-final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/14 at 6:38 am

CRICKET

Australia women win the World T20 final against England by six wickets with 29 balls to spare

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/14 at 6:39 am

DAVIS CUP

Italy's Fabio Fognini wins the first two sets against Britain's Andy Murray - GB lead quarter-final 2-1

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/14 at 6:40 am

TRIATHLON

GB's Jodie Stimpson wins the opening event of the Triathlon World Series, while Jonny Brownlee is second in the men's race

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/14 at 8:31 am

CRICKET

Sri Lanka win the toss and bowl first against India in a rain-delayed World Twenty20 fina

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/14 at 8:33 am

DAVIS CUP

Italy's Fabio Fognini beats Britain's Andy Murray in straight sets to level the Davis Cup quarter-final at 2-2

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/14 at 8:53 am

Chaotic scenes surrounded Sheffield's Half Marathon after organisers cancelled the event due to a lack of water for runners. There was confusion at the starting line as many of the 5,000 runners decided to carry on running anyway. South Yorkshire Police said it had initially tried to set up road blocks but later decided it was safer to let them complete the run. Organisers said they had been "let down" by their water supplier. Insp Neil Mutch, of South Yorkshire Police, said: "We attempted to convince runners not to carry on, but decided it was a lesser risk to let them run the race."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/14 at 10:50 am

ROWING

Cambridge and Oxford meet in the 160th Boat Race

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CRICKET

Sri Lanka are chasing 131 to beat India in the World Tweny20 final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/14 at 10:51 am

TENNIS

Andreas Seppi beats GB's James Ward 6-4 6-2 6-4 in the decisive fifth rubber to see Italy reach the Davis Cup semi-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/14 at 10:52 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

St Helens fight back to beat Huddersfield by a point in their Challenge Cup fourth-round tie

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RUGBY UNION

Bath make light work of Brive to reach the Amlin Challenge Cup semi-finals for the first time in six years

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/14 at 1:58 pm

ROWING

Cambridge and Oxford meet in the 160th Boat Race
Oxford powered to their fifth Boat Race victory in seven years against University rivals Cambridge on the River Thames on Sunday. The Dark Blues, heavy favourites going into the 160th running of the race, pulled into an unassailable lead following a collision five minutes in. A clash of oars saw Cambridge's Luke Juckett briefly fall from his number two seat and Oxford took advantage. Oxford, who won by 11 lengths, trail 81-78 with one tie in the series.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/14 at 1:59 pm

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton wins the Bahrain Grand Prix after a thrilling duel with his Mercedes team-mate Nico Rosberg

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/14 at 2:36 am

GOLF

Australian Matt Jones beats Matt Kuchar in a sudden death play-off at the Houston Open and secures a first Masters trip

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/14 at 2:46 am

SNOOKER

Ding Junhui beats Neil Robertson 10-5 to win the China Open, his record-equalling fifth ranking title of the season

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/14 at 4:53 am

CYCLING

Omega Pharma - Quick-Step rider Mark Cavendish pulls out of Wednesday's Grand Prix de l'Escaut race because of flu

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/14 at 2:21 am

CRICKET

Discarded England batsman Kevin Pietersen insists he was liked by his team-mates, despite reports saying otherwise

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/14 at 2:27 am

GOLF

Jack Nicklaus says Tiger Woods can still beat his record of 18 major titles despite his latest injury setback

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/14 at 2:31 am

FORMULA 1

Mercedes says the team would probably have quit F1 if the sport had not adopted its new turbo hybrid engines

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/14 at 2:32 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Demba Ba's scrambled late goal sent Chelsea into the Champions League semi-finals at Paris St-Germain's expense - and sparked a familiar touchline celebration from delighted Blues boss Jose Mourinho. Chelsea needed to claw back PSG's 3-1 advantage from the first leg and Andre Schurrle - on as an early substitute for the injured Eden Hazard - gave them hope with a first-half goal. And with only three minutes left Ba, another substitute, bundled the ball home from six yards to make the decisive contribution and spark wild celebrations as the Premier League side went through on away goals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/14 at 2:34 am

SWIMMING

Swimming great Ian Thorpe is in a Sydney hospital receiving treatment for an infection in his shoulder, amid fears he may never compete again. Australian media have reported the 31-year-old may lose the use of his arm. However a spokesman for Thorpe played down those claims. "Following multiple operations after his fall in January, Ian has contracted two separate infections, both of which are being treated with antibiotics," the spokesman told BBC Sport.

The five-time Olympic champion, who has had a number of operations on his left shoulder, was in "good health" while any suggestion to the contrary was "purely speculation", the spokesman added. Earlier this year he was admitted to rehab for depression after being found by police behaving oddly near a car in Sydney. He had taken anti-depressants and medication for a shoulder injury - sustained in a fall at home - but was not under the influence of alcohol.

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HORSE RACING

Ruby Walsh aims to be back riding at the Punchestown Festival later this month after recovering from a broken arm

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/14 at 10:09 am

FOOTBALL

Ex-Blackburn striker Colin Kazim-Richards is convicted of making a homophobic gesture towards fans in a game against Brighton

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/11/14 at 2:03 am

US MASTERS GOLF

Bill Haas shoots a four-under-par opening round to lead the Masters by one from Adam Scott, Bubba Watson & Louis Oosthuizen

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/11/14 at 2:39 am

CYCLING

Sarah Storey wins bronze in the C5 500m time trial, GB's first medal of the Para-cycling Track World Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/11/14 at 4:12 am

SWIMMING

Olympic silver medallist Michael Jamieson wins the 200m breaststroke final at the British Swimming Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/11/14 at 4:12 am

CYCLING

Sir Dave Brailsford resigns as performance director at British Cycling to concentrate on his role at Team Sky

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/11/14 at 6:05 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

UEFA Champions League semi-final draw:
Real Madrid C.F. vs FC Bayern München
Atlético de Madrid vs Chelsea Football Club

UEFA Europa League semi-final draw:
Sevilla FC v ValenciaCF
SL Benfica v Juventus

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/14 at 9:03 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Dundee United beat Rangers 3-1 at Ibrox to reach the final of the Scottish Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/14 at 9:04 am

DISABILITY SPORT

British riders take gold in the men's and women's kilo time-trials at the Para-cycling Track World Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/14 at 2:40 pm

HORSE RACING

Al Co holds off the challenge of last year's winner Godsmejudge to win the Scottish National at odds of 40-1

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Written By: nally on 04/13/14 at 11:48 pm

NHL 2013-2014: The regular season is over; first round of the postseason begins on Wednesday.

WESTERN CONFERENCE

Anaheim Ducks vs. Dallas Stars
Stars won season series 2-1

Series begins April 16 at Anaheim, 10pm ET, NBC Sports Network

The other three Western Conference serieses begin Thursday April 17 (L.A. Kings at San Jose Sharks, Minnesota Wild at Colorado Avalanche, Chicago Blackhawks at St. Louis Blues).

EASTERN CONFERENCE

Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Columbus Blue Jackets
Penguins won season series 4-0

April 16: at Pittsburgh, 7:30pm ET, NBC Sports Network

Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Montreal Canadiens
Lightning won season series 3-1

April 16: at Tampa Bay, 7pm ET, CNBC

The other two Eastern Conference serieses begin Thursday (Philadelphia Flyers at New York Rangers) and Friday (Detroit Redwings at Boston Bruins).

Full schedule can be found at this link: http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nhl/2014/04/13/nhl-first-round-playoff-series-schedule/7672493/

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GOLF:

Bubba Watson wins Masters in Augusta, GA.

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Stanley Cup Playoffs 2014:

The Western Conference has the Anaheim Ducks leading the Dallas Stars 2 games to none, the San Jose Sharks leading the L.A. Kings 1 game to none, the Colorado Avalanche leading the Minnesota Wild 1 game to none, and the St. Louis Blues leading the Chicago Blackhawks 1 game to none.

The Eastern Conference has the Detroit Redwings leading the Boston Bruins 2 games to none, the Montreal Canadiens leading the Tampa Bay Lightning 2 games to none, the Pittsburgh Penguins leading the Columbus Blue Jackets 1 game to none, and the New York Rangers leading the Philadelphia Flyers 1 game to none.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/14 at 1:44 am

BOSTON MARATHON

Thousands of marathoners have taken to the streets of Boston, as the city honoured three killed and more than 260 injured in a bomb attack last year. Dignitaries, spectators and more than 36,000 runners observed a moment of silence before the race began. The heavy security operation included a ban on rucksacks and screening at checkpoints. US runner Meb Keflezighi and Rita Jeptoo from Kenya won the men's and women's races.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/14 at 12:37 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Celtic assistant manager Johan Mjallby has decided to leave the Scottish champions at the end of the season

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/14 at 12:37 pm

TENNIS

Former US Open runner-up Greg Rusedski is to coach Britain's highest ranked teenage tennis player Kyle Edmund

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/14 at 12:39 pm

TENNIS

Novak Djokovic says his wrist injury is not as serious as was feared, and he should return to action in Madrid on 5 May

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/14 at 12:39 pm

SNOOKER

Ex-champion John Higgins is knocked out of the World Championship in the first round, losing 10-7 to fellow Scot Alan McManus

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Written By: nally on 04/22/14 at 7:20 pm

BOSTON MARATHON

Thousands of marathoners have taken to the streets of Boston, as the city honoured three killed and more than 260 injured in a bomb attack last year. Dignitaries, spectators and more than 36,000 runners observed a moment of silence before the race began. The heavy security operation included a ban on rucksacks and screening at checkpoints. US runner Meb Keflezighi and Rita Jeptoo from Kenya won the men's and women's races.

Good to know there was stronger security there this year.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/14 at 1:35 pm

CYCLING

Team Sky will be without Britons Sir Bradley Wiggins and Chris Froome for the Giro d'Italia, which starts in Belfast on 9 May

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/14 at 1:35 pm

BOXING

Amir Khan plans to look "sensational" against Luis Collazo, as he tries to secure a fight with Floyd Mayweather

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/14 at 3:13 am

SWIMMING

Olympic great Michael Phelps finishes second in the 100m butterfly final in his first event since coming out of retirement

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/14 at 3:13 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Former Rangers, Hearts and Scotland defender Sandy Jardine dies aged 65 following a battle with cancer

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/14 at 3:14 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Europa League semi-final first leg results: Benfica 2-1 Juventus, Sevilla 2-0 Valencia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/14 at 3:14 am

ATHLETICS

Olympic long jump champion Greg Rutherford becomes the outright British record holder with a leap of 8.51m in San Diego

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/14 at 3:15 am

WORLD CRICKET

Sri Lanka have named former captain Marvan Atapattu as interim head coach, making him their seventh coach in the last four years. The 43-year-old, who replaces Paul Farbrace, who left earlier this week to take over as Peter Moores's assistant with England, has been appointed for the tour of England and Scotland which starts next month and the subsequent home series against South Africa in July. Atapattu played 90 Tests, 268 one-dayers and two Twenty20 internationals in a career that spanned 17 years before he retired in 2007. Former Test spinner Ruwan Kalpage will join him as assistant.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/14 at 3:16 am

SNOOKER

Action continues at the World Snooker Championship in Sheffield with Mark Selby 5-3 up on Ali Carter in their second round match while Barry Hawkins and Ricky Walden start their second round encounter.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/14 at 3:17 am

ATHLETICS

Mo Farah's coach Alberto Salazar has encouraged his charge to "stick to the track" and forget about running marathons until after the Rio Olympics. The double world and Olympic champion made his marathon debut in London earlier this month and finished four minutes behind winner Wilson Kipsang to cross the line in eighth place. "Part of me doesn't like to see Mo get beat but the fact that he did makes his decision clearer," Salazar told the Daily Telegraph. "Let's stick with what he's best at in the world, stick to the track through Rio. This was a good year to experiment, because there are no World Championships. Now Mo has a full year to get back in track shape for the World Championships and another year to go until Rio."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/14 at 5:21 am

BADMINTON

Number two seeds Chris and Gabby Adcock suffer a shock last-16 exit from the European Championships

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WORLD CRICKET

Today is the first day of Kevin Pietersen's life as a freelance cricketer. He's making his first appearance for Delhi Daredevils this IPL season.

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EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

The English FA has followed its Scottish and Welsh counterparts in bidding to host one of the 13 Euro 2020 packages

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/14 at 8:12 am

HORSE RACING

Jockey Brendan Powell given a five-day ban over use of on Battle Group at the Scottish Grand National at Ayr

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/14 at 10:30 am

DIVING

GB's Tonia Couch and Sarah Barrow win World Series synchronised 10m platform silver at the London Aquatics Centre

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WORLD CRICKET

Today is the first day of Kevin Pietersen's life as a freelance cricketer. He's making his first appearance for Delhi Daredevils this IPL season.
Delhi Daredevils' Kevin Pietersen is dismissed for 16 in IPL match on his first appearance since England sacking

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/14 at 11:27 am

SNOOKER

Five-time world champion Ronnie O'Sullivan trails Joe Perry 9-7 in the second round of the World Championship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/14 at 11:28 am

TENNIS

Maria Sharapova beats top seed Agnieszka Radwanska 6-4 6-3 in the quarter-finals of the Stuttgart Grand Prix

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/14 at 1:08 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Barcelona announce that former manager Tito Vilanova has died at the age of 45

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TENNIS

Rafael Nadal's 41-match unbeaten run at the Barcelona Open ends after defeat to Nicolas Almagro in quarter-final

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TENNIS

Rafael Nadal's 41-match unbeaten run at the Barcelona Open ends after defeat to Nicolas Almagro in quarter-final
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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/14 at 2:45 am

RUGBY UNION

Northampton Saints reach the Amlin Challenge Cup final by beating three-times winners Harlequins 18-10

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/14 at 2:16 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Challenge Cup quarter-final draw:
Wigan v Castleford
Leeds v Leigh
Bradford v Warrington
Widnes v Keighley

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/14 at 2:23 am

WORLD CRICKET

Former New Zealand Test cricketer Grant Bradburn is to take over as the new head coach of Scotland

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/14 at 6:24 am

NETBALL

England captain Pamela Cookey is to miss the Commonwealth Games after rupturing her Achilles, England Netball confirms

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/14 at 6:25 am

SNOOKER

World Snooker Championship latest scores:
Hawkins 4-1 Dale
Selby 2-2 McManu

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/14 at 9:42 am

CYCLING

Britain's Adam Yates finishes second behind Rein Taaramae in stage three of the Tour of Turkey

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/14 at 9:42 am

SNOOKER

World Snooker Championship latest scores:
Murphy 2-1 O'Sullivan
Robertson 1-1 Trump

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/14 at 9:43 am

BOXING

Nathan Cleverly will face Sean Corbin in his cruiserweight debut in Cardiff on 17 May

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/14 at 11:46 am

ATHLETICS

Greg Rutherford's new British long jump record is legal, insists USA Track and Field, after claims he overstepped

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/14 at 11:56 am

HORSE RACING

Sizing Europe, trained by Henry de Bromhead and ridden by Andrew Lynch, wins the Champion Chase at Punchestown

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/14 at 11:57 am

WIMBLEDON TENNIS

Prize money for players who lose in the first three rounds at this year's Wimbledon Championships has risen by over 100% over a three-year period. The overall prize fund has increased by 10.8% to £25m, with first round losers seeing their reward rise from £11,500 in 2011 to £27,000 in 2014.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/14 at 1:36 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Holders Bayern Munich face Real Madrid in the second leg of their Champions League semi-final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/14 at 1:38 pm

BASKETBALL

LA Clippers owner Donald Sterling banned for life by NBA and fined (US) $2.5m after racist comments

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/14 at 3:40 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Holders Bayern Munich face Real Madrid in the second leg of their Champions League semi-final.
Real Madrid reach the Champions League final after a crushing 5-0 aggregate victory over holders Bayern Munich.

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BASKETBALL

LA Clippers owner Donald Sterling banned for life by NBA and fined (US) $2.5m after racist comments

Just saw a blurb about this earlier... not good ::) :o

Meanwhile, in the current round of the NBA Finals (postseason), they are battling the Golden State Warriors to see which team will move on to the next round. This series is currently tied at 2 games apiece.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/01/14 at 12:11 pm

HORSE RACING

The 20-1 chance Jetson wins World Series Hurdle at Punchestown & denies runner-up Quevega a fifth win in the race

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/01/14 at 12:12 pm

TAEKWONDO

Scottish teenager Asia Bailey secures GB's first medal at the ETU European Championships in Azerbaijan

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/01/14 at 12:12 pm

ATHLETICS

Yohan Blake, Adam Gemili, Kim Collins and Richard Kilty to race at Glasgow Grand Prix in July

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/01/14 at 12:13 pm

RUGBY UNION

London Irish sign fly-half Chris Noakes from New Zealand Super Rugby's Blues on a two-year contract

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/02/14 at 4:25 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES

An extra 100,000 tickets for the Games will go on sale on Monday 12 May; 94% of event is already sold out

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/02/14 at 4:27 am

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL

Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney is injured again but it will not hinder his England World Cup selection

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/04/14 at 5:39 am

HORSE RACING

California Chrome wins Kentucky Derby as 77-year-old Art Sherman becomes oldest trainer to win race

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/04/14 at 5:39 am

SNOOKER

Ronnie O'Sullivan faces Mark Selby in the World Snooker Championship final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/04/14 at 5:39 am

BOXING

Floyd Mayweather beats Marcos Maidana on points in WBC/WBA welterweight title unification bout

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/04/14 at 5:39 am

BOXING

Britain's Amir Khan unanimously outpoints Luis Collazo in his welterweight debut in Las Vegas

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/04/14 at 5:57 am

TENNIS

Jamie Murray and John Peers defeat Ross Hutchins and Colin Fleming 6-4 6-2 in BMW Open doubles final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/04/14 at 7:06 am

CYCLING

Britain's Adam Yates wins Tour of Turkey after Mark Cavendish races to victory in final stage - his fourth stage win of the race

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/14 at 3:55 am

ASSOCIATION FOOTBALL

A new competition for Premier League and Championship B teams will be considered by the FA on Wednesday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/14 at 3:56 am

SNOOKER

Mark Selby beats defending champion Ronnie O'Sullivan 18-14 to win the World Championship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/14 at 6:11 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Manchester City are set to be fined £50m and will have to contest next season's Champions League with a squad size limited to 21 players, after being found guilty of breaching UEFA's financial fair play rules.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/14 at 6:43 am

TENNIS

Roger Federer withdraws from the Madrid Masters, with his wife Mirka soon to give birth to their third child

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/14 at 7:53 am

SNOOKER

Mark Selby beats defending champion Ronnie O'Sullivan 18-14 to win the World Championship
Ronnie O'Sullivan and his six-year-old son have had an incredible escape after their car crashed on the motorway as they drove home last night. It certainly puts his defeat into perspective.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/14 at 8:08 am

CYCLING

Peter Kennaugh withdraws from Team Sky's nine-man Giro d'Italia squad with illness, leaving only one Briton in the race

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/14 at 8:32 am

WORLD CRICKET

Ireland are set 221 to beat Sri Lanka in Dublin as the tourists reach 220-8 from 50 overs in the first of two ODI matches

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WORLD CRICKET

Ireland are set 221 to beat Sri Lanka in Dublin as the tourists reach 220-8 from 50 overs in the first of two ODI matches
Ireland lose to Sri Lanka by 79 runs in the first of the two one-day internationals between the sides at Clontarf

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/14 at 2:03 am

ATHLETICS

Olympic champion Usain Bolt has tweeted his 3.3 million followers after running shoes he signed were stolen in Croydon. The orange Puma shoes, worth about £20,000, were framed with a photo of the six-time Olympic gold medallist. Scotland Yard said the items were taken from an industrial site on Gloucester Road, Croydon, between 26-28 April. The athlete tweeted: "I know u love me..but please why u had to go stealing that signed Usain Bolt spikes ..I know u going to return it. Right?"

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TENNIS

Andy Murray will open his Madrid Masters campaign against Nicolas Almagro - conqueror of Rafael Nadal last month - on Wednesday night.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/14 at 2:52 am

TENNIS

Roger Federer withdraws from the Madrid Masters, with his wife Mirka soon to give birth to their third child
Roger Federer's wife Mirka has given birth to their second set of twins.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/14 at 3:22 am

RUGBY UNION

David Pickering says he will be judged on his record as WRU chairman ahead of a proposed challenge by David Moffett

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/14 at 6:00 am

SWIMMING

Fran Halsall and Liam Tancock named in 39-strong England swimming team for this summer's Commonwealth Games

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/14 at 6:08 am

GOLF

England's Justin Rose finishes fifth as JB Holmes wins the Wells Fargo Championship by one shot in Quail Hollow.

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EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

French side Clermont Foot become the highest-profile European men's team to name a female manager as Helena Costa takes charge

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/14 at 7:11 am

BOXING

Former WBO world lightweight champion Ricky Burns returns to the ring to take on Dejan Zlaticanin for the WBC international belt

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RUGBY LEAGUE

The World Club Challenge returns to England again in 2015 after being held in Australia for the first time earlier this year

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/14 at 9:22 am

CYCLING

Emma Johansson of Sweden wins stage one of inaugural Women's Tour of Britain; two-time Olympic champion Marianne Vos is second

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/14 at 11:25 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray will open his Madrid Masters campaign against Nicolas Almagro - conqueror of Rafael Nadal on clay last month - on Wednesday night.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/14 at 12:33 pm

FOOTBALL

Greg Dyke will announce the findings of his FA Commission into English football at Wembley from 14:00 BST on Thursday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/14 at 3:20 pm

TENNIS

Andy Murray survives Nicolas Almagro's fightback to battle through to the Madrid Masters third round via a 6-1 1-6 6-4 win

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/14 at 1:33 am

WOMEN'S FOOTBALL

Women's World Cup qualifiers:
England 4-0 Ukraine
Sweden 0-3 N Ireland
Wales 4-0 Montenegro

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/14 at 1:44 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Super League result:
Castleford Tigers 14-22 Leeds Rhinos

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/14 at 1:46 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray is beaten 6-3 6-2 by Nicolas Giraldo in the third round of the Madrid Masters

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/14 at 1:58 am

TENNIS

Slovenia's Aljaz Bedene to switch his allegiance to Great Britain and could play in Davis Cup in 2015 if plan materialises

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/14 at 2:27 am

GOLF

Martin Kaymer leads the Players Championship on nine under with Lee Westwood four shots back in third after the first round.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/14 at 5:02 am

FORMULA 1

Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton is fastest in first practice for the Spanish Grand Prix, with McLaren's Jenson Button in second place

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/14 at 5:03 am

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

The start of the one-day international between Scotland and England at Aberdeen is delayed by rain

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/14 at 6:06 am

WOMEN'S FOOTBALL

England are one of five countries to express an interest in hosting the 2019 women's football World Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/14 at 8:05 am

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

The start of the one-day international between Scotland and England at Aberdeen is delayed by rain
Lunch was taken at 13:00 BST, and the Mannofield ground staff began to remove the covers at around 13:40. Another inspection will be held at 14:00, but if a reduced-overs game is possible, the minimum would be a 20-over contest starting at 16:17.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/14 at 8:40 am

Lunch was taken at 13:00 BST, and the Mannofield ground staff began to remove the covers at around 13:40. Another inspection will be held at 14:00, but if a reduced-overs game is possible, the minimum would be a 20-over contest starting at 16:17.
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The covers coming off in Aberdeen with at 2pm, a further inspection is due at 2:50pm.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/14 at 9:35 am

CYCLING

Marianne Vos wins stage three of the Women's Tour of Britain and takes the overall lead

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/14 at 9:38 am

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The covers coming off in Aberdeen with at 2pm, a further inspection is due at 2:50pm.
INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

The ODI will eventually get under way at 16:00 BST. England's bid to move on from that horrible winter will be a 23 overs a side.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/14 at 9:40 am

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

The ODI will eventually get under way at 16:00 BST. England's bid to move on from that horrible winter will be a 23 overs a side.
Scotland win the toss and field

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/14 at 11:02 am

Scotland win the toss and field
Rain stops play with England 87-1 after 11.5 overs in rain-reduced 23-over ODI against Scotland at Aberdeen

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/14 at 11:27 am

Rain stops play with England 87-1 after 11.5 overs in rain-reduced 23-over ODI against Scotland at Aberdeen
Play resumes after rain as Scotland v England ODI at Aberdeen is reduced to the minimum 20 overs by a shower

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/14 at 11:27 am

CYCLING

Britain's Laura Trott is in hospital after crashing in stage three of the Women's Tour of Britain, won by Marianne Vos

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/14 at 12:21 pm

Play resumes after rain as Scotland v England ODI at Aberdeen is reduced to the minimum 20 overs by a shower
England make 167-6 from their 20 overs in rain-reduced one-day international against Scotland in Aberdeen

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/14 at 2:04 pm

England make 167-6 from their 20 overs in rain-reduced one-day international against Scotland in Aberdeen
England's new era begins with a victory over Scotland in a rain affected ODI in Aberdeen. Despite some brilliant catches from the home side, England set Scotland 173 to win. Then James Tredwell took 4 wickets to help give Peter Moores a 39 run victory on his return to the England coaching position.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/14 at 2:23 pm

CYCLING

Ireland's Dan Martin crashes in the opening time trial stage of the Giro d'Italia in Belfast; Canada's Svein Tuft wins stage

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/14 at 3:15 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Super League:
Hull FC 16-44 Wigan
Warrington 42-10 Catalan Dragons
Widnes 18-24 Wakefield

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/14 at 7:53 am

DISABILITY SPORT

GB's Lora Turnham and Corrine Hall and handcyclist Karen Darke win golds on day one of the UCI Para-cycling World Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/14 at 8:35 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton is on pole position for the Spanish Grand Prix, with team-mate Nico Rosberg second

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/14 at 8:35 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Hibernian face a Premiership relegation play-off as Kilmarnock seal safety thanks to Kris Boyd's goal at Easter Road

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/14 at 8:35 am

CYCLING

Dutch rider Marianne Vos wins stage four of the women’s Tour of Britain in Welwyn Garden City to extend her overall lead in race

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/14 at 11:49 am

FORMULA 1

Sebastian Vettel gets a five-place grid penalty for the Spanish GP because he changed his gearbox

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/14 at 11:50 am

RUGBY UNION

Harlequins take the fourth and final play-off spot in the Premiership after a 19-16 win over Bath

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/14 at 11:51 am

HORSE RACING

Gabriel's Lad wins Victoria Cup at Ascot, the 12-1 shot giving trainer Denis Coakley his first victory of the season

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/14 at 4:15 pm

RUGBY UNION

Saracens will contest the red card shown to Justin Melck for alleged eye-gouging during Saturday's defeat by Leicester

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/14 at 5:00 am

FORMULA 1

Ferrari's Fernando Alonso says Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton & Nico Rosberg could win every race this season between them

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/14 at 5:01 am

AMERICAN FOOTBALL

Michael Sam is drafted by the St Louis Rams and becomes the first openly gay player in NFL history

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/14 at 9:33 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton takes his fourth win in a row with victory at the Spanish Grand Prix, as Mercedes dominate again

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/14 at 9:33 am

CYCLING

Marianne Vos wins the women’s Tour of Britain after claiming her third successive stage on Sunday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/14 at 11:07 am

CYCLING

Germany’s Marcel Kittel pips Britain’s Ben Swift to win stage three of the Giro d’Italia in Dublin

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/14 at 1:17 pm

TENNIS

Maria Sharapova recovers from a nervous start to beat Romanian fifth seed Simona Halep and win Madrid Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/14 at 3:06 pm

TENNIS

Rafael Nadal wins Madrid Masters for a fourth time as Japan's Kei Nishikori retires with back injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/14 at 1:56 am

INTERNATIONAL FOOTBALL

Chelsea's Ashley Cole retires from international football after being left out of England's World Cup squad

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/14 at 1:58 am

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL

England manager Roy Hodgson to name his squad for the World Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/14 at 2:38 am

CYCLING

Britain's Mark Cavendish wins the first stage of the Tour of California; compatriot Bradley Wiggins finishes in the peloton

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/14 at 4:18 am

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

England will begin the 2015 Ashes in Cardiff, with Lord's, Edgbaston, Trent Bridge and Kia Oval also hosting Tests

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/14 at 4:25 am

FOOTIE

Aston Villa FC - Official owner Randy Lerner has announced that the Premier League club is being put up for sale. "I owe it to Villa to move on, and look for fresh, invigorated leadership, if in my heart I feel I can no longer do the job," he said on Monday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/14 at 5:36 am

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

Mushtaq Ahmed leaves his role as England spin bowling coach to take up the same post with his native Pakistan

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/14 at 6:27 am

INTERNATIONAL FOOTBALL

Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick will not be included in the England squad for this summer's World Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/14 at 8:29 am

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL

England manager Roy Hodgson to name his squad for the World Cup
Roy Hodgson has named his England Squad to take on the World in Brazil this summer. How far will his 23 man squad go?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/14 at 11:04 am

TENNIS

Serena Williams is delaying a decision on whether to defend her Italian Open title because of a thigh injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/14 at 11:06 am

TENNIS

Maria Sharapova recovers from a nervous start to beat fifth seed Simona Halep and win her first Madrid Open title.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/14 at 11:16 am

GOLF

Alastair Forsyth says caddie Iain McGregor, who died of a heart attack on the course, would have wanted the Madeira Open to continue

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/14 at 11:17 am

ATHLETICS

Great Britain distance runner Jo Pavey won her first race since having a baby as she qualified for the 10,000m at this summer's European Championships.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/14 at 12:09 pm

ATHLETICS

Double Olympic gold medallist Mo Farah says he will compete in the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow this summer

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/14 at 4:10 am

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

England name their squad for the one-day and Twenty20 series against Sri Lanka

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/14 at 4:57 am

CYCLING

Britain's Sir Bradley Wiggins wins the time trial in the Tour of California to take the overall lead after two stages

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/14 at 8:08 am

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

Michael Carberry and Tim Bresnan return to the England squads for the Twenty20 and one-day series against Sri Lanka.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/14 at 10:37 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES GLASGOW 2014

The medals to be handed out to the successful athletes.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/14 at 10:54 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

St Mirren appoint former assistant manager Tommy Craig as their new boss

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/14 at 11:58 am

CYCLING

Nacer Bouhanni becomes the first Frenchman in three years to win a Giro d'Italia stage

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/14 at 12:49 pm

GLASGOW 2014

The Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games ticketing website and phoneline is suspended after technical problems

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/14 at 12:51 pm

TENNIS

World number two Novak Djokovic beats Radek Stepanek 6-3 7-5 at the Italian Open in his first match back after a wrist injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/14 at 12:52 pm

TENNIS

Roger Federer says he decided to play at the Rome Masters after consulting his wife, who gave birth to twins last week.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/14 at 1:30 pm

MOTORSPORT

French rider Franck Petricola is in a critical condition after a crash at North West 200 practice

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/14 at 5:31 am

PISTORIUS

The judge in the trial of South African athlete Oscar Pistorius orders that he should undergo a mental evaluation

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/14 at 5:32 am

INTERNATIONAL FOOTBALL

Brazil coach Luiz Felipe Scolari is to a face criminal investigation, reports from Portugal say

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/14 at 5:33 am

GLASGOW 2014

The Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games ticketing website and phoneline is suspended after technical problems
Sale of Commonwealth Games tickets remains suspended while problems that caused long delays are resolved

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/14 at 10:10 am

HORSE RACING

Veteran jockey Kieren Fallon wins Oaks trial, the Musidora Stakes at York, on Madame Chiang (8-1)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/14 at 10:16 am

TENNIS

Roger Federer is beaten 1-6 6-3 7-6 by Jeremy Chardy at the Italian Open in his first match since the birth of twin sons

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/14 at 2:34 pm

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray overcame Spanish opponent Marcel Granollers and testing windy conditions to reach the third round at the Italian Open in Rome.

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Written By: nally on 05/14/14 at 11:04 pm

NBA playoffs:
Miami Heat 96, New Jersey Nets 94; Miami wins series 4 games to 1
San Antonio Spurs lead the Portland Blazers 100-81 with 3 minutes to play. Spurs lead series 3 games to 1, so they just might take the series.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/14 at 2:58 am

GYMNASTICS

Olympian Hannah Whelan says British gymnasts will prioritise team success over individual glory at the European Championships in Bulgaria, which start today. GB women last won a Euro team medal in 2010 and have since lost Beth Tweddle and Jennifer Pinches to retirement. Whelan, 21, is part of a new-look five-strong senior women's squad who believe they can challenge the sport's elite. "There've been lots of changes, but we are a really close group and are aiming for a place on the rostrum," she said.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/14 at 5:27 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Bayern Munich announce Spain midfielder Thiago Alcantara has torn ligaments in his knee and will undergo surgery. The 23-year-old will miss the World Cup.

He has been out since March with a different ligament injury in the right knee and was hoping to play in the Cup final against Borussia Dortmund on Saturday.

"This is bitter for thiago and I feel sorry for him," said Bayern CEO Karl-Heinz Rummenigge in a statement.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/14 at 5:31 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES

Organisers of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow say some callers to their ticket hotline were charged for hearing the engaged tone.

An extra 100,000 tickets were made available at the start of the week but problems with the website forced organisers to close the site. The hotline remains down and Glasgow 2014 insist all customers who were charged will receive a refund.

"Glasgow 2014 can confirm that some callers to the Glasgow 2014 ticket line who received an engaged tone on the ticketing phonelines were charged in error by Talk Talk Business, a supplier of Ticketmaster," a Glasgow 2014 spokesperson says.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/14 at 5:32 am

FORMULA 1

Lotus owner Gerard Lopez urges Renault to name names in future the next time they attempt to drop teams in trouble.

Renault Sport F1 president and managing director Jean-Michel Jalinier revealed last week at least one team had not paid their bill with regard to their supply of this season's power units.

Jalinier admitted the late payments were "a serious concern" and that the critical point was "just weeks away".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/14 at 5:32 am

BOXING

Tyson Fury will give Dereck Chisora the British and European titles as gifts if Fury wins their fight on 26 July.

Fury, 25, will meet the fellow Briton in Manchester with the winner hoping to fight Wladimir Klitschko for the IBF, WBA and WBO heavyweight crowns.

"After I beat Chisora, I'm going to give him them titles back as a present because really and truthfully I'm above that level," he told BBC Radio 5 live.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/14 at 5:33 am

GYMNASTICS

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Great Britain's junior women's artistic gymnastics team claim their first ever team medal, winning silver at the European Championships in Sofia. Ellie Downie, Catherine Lyons, Amy Tinkler, Rhyannon Jones and Teal Grindle won silver ahead of gymnastics powerhouse Romania and behind Russia (168.262).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/14 at 5:34 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

English-born Stephen Constantine takes over as the national coach of Rwanda, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) announces. The 51-year-old Constantine, who worked at Millwall and also coached Nepal, India, Malawi and Sudan, was last at Greek club Apollon Smyrni.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/14 at 9:09 am

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray wins first set of Italian Open third-round match with Jurgen Melzer 7-6 (7-1)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/14 at 9:09 am

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray wins first set of Italian Open third-round match with Jurgen Melzer 7-6 (7-1)
Happy Birthday Andy!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/14 at 9:12 am

HORSE RACING

Odds-on favourite True Story beaten as The Grey Gatsby (9-1) wins Derby trial, the Dante Stakes at York

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/14 at 9:12 am

RUGBY UNION

Danny Cipriani and 10 uncapped players in England training squad ahead of match v Barbarians and summer tour

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/14 at 9:13 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Man Utd's absence from European competition will cost the club more than £30m, says executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/14 at 10:21 am

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray reaches the quarter-finals of the Italian Open by beating Austria's Jurgen Melzer 7-6 (7-1) 6-4

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/14 at 12:34 pm

SNOOKER

Stephen Lee's appeal against a 12-year ban for match fixing is dismissed and he must pay a further £35,000 costs

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/14 at 12:35 pm

AMERICAN FOOTBALL

Former NFL star Aaron Hernandez is charged with murder over a double drive-by shooting in Boston in 2012

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/14 at 12:36 pm

GYMNASTICS

GB qualify for the team final at the European Women's Artistic Championships in Bulgaria on Saturday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/14 at 12:36 pm

CYCLING

Australia's Orica GreenEdge rider Michael Matthews wins stage six of the Giro d'Italia to remain in the overall lead

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/14 at 12:37 pm

FOOTBALL

Striker Marlon King jailed for 18 months after pleading guilty to dangerous driving

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/14 at 12:37 pm

TENNIS

Andy Murray will play Rafael Nadal for the first time since 2011 in the Italian Open quarter-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/14 at 3:28 pm

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL

Protesters block roads in the Brazilian city of Sao Paulo to show their opposition against the spending for the World Cup

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Written By: nally on 05/16/14 at 11:53 pm

NBA Playoffs 2014:

Semifinals are set, with the Miami Heat taking on the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference finals, and the Oklahoma City Thunder taking on the San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference finals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/17/14 at 6:32 am

TRIATHLON

GB's Alistair & Jonathan Brownlee finish fourth and fifth as Javier Gomez claims a third straight World Series victory

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/17/14 at 6:32 am

CYCLING

Sir Bradley Wiggins extends his lead to 30 seconds in the Tour of California with two stages remaining

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/17/14 at 6:33 am

TENNIS

Rafael Nadal beats Andy Murray 1-6 6-3 7-5 to reach the Italian Open semi-finals where he faces Grigor Dimitrov

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/17/14 at 6:33 am

FOOTBALL

Premier League boss Richard Scudamore should consider his position over the sexism row, says an FA board member

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/18/14 at 3:56 am

CYCLING

Britain's Sir Bradley Wiggins retains the lead ahead of the final stage of the Tour of California on Sunday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/18/14 at 3:57 am

BOXING

Welshman Nathan Cleverly wins on his cruiserweight debut with a second-round stoppage over Shawn Corbin

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/18/14 at 3:57 am

GOLF

Former Open winner Louis Oosthuizen is leading the Byron Nelson Championship with Brendon Todd after the third round.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/18/14 at 10:38 am

SQUASH

England's Laura Massaro is unable to retain her British Open title, losing 3-1 in the final to Nicol David of Malaysia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/18/14 at 1:36 pm

TENNIS

Novak Djokovic beats Rafael Nadal 4-6 6-3 6-3 to win his third Italian Open title in Rome

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/18/14 at 1:37 pm

SQUASH

England's Nick Matthew loses the British Open final 3-0 to French world number one Gregory Gaultier

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/14 at 6:19 am

TENNIS

Victoria Azarenka, the world number five, will miss this month's French Open as she recovers from a foot injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/14 at 6:19 am

GOLF

American Brendon Todd wins the Byron Nelson Championship by two shots to claim his first US PGA Tour title

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/14 at 6:20 am

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL

England captain Steven Gerrard believes the young talent named in the squad for the World Cup in Brazil is "scary"

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/14 at 6:20 am

RUGBY UNION

World Cup-winning England fly-half Jonny Wilkinson to retire from rugby at the end of this season

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/14 at 6:20 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES

Glasgow 2014 tickets to go back on sale on Wednesday, 21 May at 10:00 BST, organisers announce

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/14 at 6:21 am

TENNIS

World number one Serena Williams overpowered home favourite Sara Errani to retain her Italian Open title.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/14 at 11:51 am

FOOTBALL

Richard Scudamore will face no further disciplinary action from the Premier League for sending sexist emails

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/14 at 11:52 am

ASSOCIATION FOOTBALL

Louis van Gaal is named as the new Manchester United manager, with Ryan Giggs working as his assistant.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/20/14 at 2:22 am

ASSOCIATION FOOTBALL

Former England defender Ashley Cole says he is likely to leave Chelsea when his contract expires this summer

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/20/14 at 2:23 am

RUGBY UNION

Former England fly-half Jonny Wilkinson says it would be "amazing" to coach his country in the future

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/20/14 at 2:23 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Luis Enrique signs a two-year deal to become the new Barcelona manager, replacing Gerardo Martino

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/20/14 at 11:31 am

GOLF

Eleven year-old Lucy Li has set a new record by becoming the youngest player to qualify for the US Women's Open.

Lucy succeeds fellow American Lexi Thompson who was 12 years, four months and 18 days old when she played in the 2007 US Women's Open.

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Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/20/14 at 12:41 pm

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

England win the toss and field first in the T20 international against Sri Lanka at The Oval

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/20/14 at 12:41 pm

TENNIS

British number two Dan Evans loses in French Open qualifying but James Ward and Dan Cox win their first round matches

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/20/14 at 12:42 pm

RUGBY UNION

Al Kellock is left out of Vern Cotter's first Scotland squad, which includes six uncapped players

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/20/14 at 3:23 pm

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

The World T20 Champions Sri Lanka beat England 9 by runs at the Oval. Chasing 183 England could only reach with 174/7. Alex Hales top scored with 66, but no other player scored 30 as Lasith Malinga took 3 for 28 in his 4 overs.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 05/20/14 at 7:36 pm

GOLF

Eleven year-old Lucy Li has set a new record by becoming the youngest player to qualify for the US Women's Open.

Lucy succeeds fellow American Lexi Thompson who was 12 years, four months and 18 days old when she played in the 2007 US Women's Open.

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This is amazing!! :)

And all this time I thought there was a minimum age requirement...I guess not.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/14 at 6:43 am

This is amazing!! :)

And all this time I thought there was a minimum age requirement...I guess not.
Let's hope she does fairly well, she will probably will not hit a long distance with wooden clubs, but gold is a tactful game, you play to your abilities.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/14 at 6:44 am

RUGBY UNION

International wingers Sean Lamont and Tommy Seymour are included in Scotland's Sevens squad for the Commonwealth Games

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/14 at 6:44 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES

Glasgow 2014 tickets go back on sale to the general public after the system failed to cope with demand last week

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/14 at 6:44 am

GOLF

Two-times major winner Rory McIlroy announces that he has ended his engagement to tennis star Caroline Wozniacki

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/14 at 6:45 am

TENNIS

Wimbledon champion Andy Murray wants top stars to help fund low-level events so players do not drift away from tennis

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/14 at 6:45 am

ASSOCIATION FOOTBALL

Ex-Southampton chairman Nicola Cortese believes the club risk undermining their recent success if they sell their best young players

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/14 at 6:46 am

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

England win the toss and field first in the T20 international against Sri Lanka at The Oval
England lose their first home match of the summer as Sri Lanka earn a nine-run Twenty20 win at The Oval.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/14 at 10:47 am

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL

Wayne Rooney is determined to prove himself in Brazil after two indifferent campaigns, says England boss Roy Hodgson

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/14 at 10:50 am

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

Australia captain Michael Clarke says the language he used in an Ashes confrontation with James Anderson was "unacceptable"

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/14 at 10:50 am

ATHLETICS

Olympic bronze medallist Robbie Grabarz to undergo surgery and will miss the rest of the outdoor season

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/14 at 10:50 am

CYCLING

Australia's Michael Rogers wins 11th stage of Giro d'Italia as countryman Cadel Evans retains overall lead

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/14 at 3:08 pm

FOOTBALL

England U17s win the Uefa U17 European Championship by beating Holland 4-1 on penalties in the final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 05/21/14 at 3:43 pm

Let's hope she does fairly well, she will probably will not hit a long distance with wooden clubs, but gold is a tactful game, you play to your abilities.

That's right; the same goes for any game you play.

For example, when I took a golf class almost ten years ago, one of my assignments was to play a game on an actual 9-hole course; for some of the holes it took me several strokes to get the ball from the tee into the hole...but I didn't care about winning or losing; I played to my abilities, just like you said. :)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/14 at 3:01 am

BASEBALL

A US baseball player has reportedly lost part of his ear after a dugout fight with a team-mate. A least one punch was thrown and one player's ear "was displaced by a bite", according to Alex Guerrero's agent, Scott Boras.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/14 at 4:21 am

WORLD CUP

Uruguay media report striker Luis Suarez has injured his knee and could be a doubt for the World Cup

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/14 at 4:21 am

FOOTBALL

Yaya Toure's agent denies that recent comments were made to secure an improved contract for the Manchester City player

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/14 at 4:22 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Hibernian beat hosts Hamilton 2-0 in the first leg of their Scottish Premiership play-off final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/14 at 7:07 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Celtic manager Neil Lennon parts company with the Scottish Premiership champions following talks about his future

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/14 at 7:07 am

INTERNATIONAL FOOTBALL

Gareth Bale and uncapped goalkeeper Connor Roberts are in Wales' squad to face Netherlands, but Aaron Ramsey is rested

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/14 at 7:07 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton is fastest in first practice for the Monaco Grand Prix ahead of team-mate Nico Rosberg

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/14 at 7:08 am

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

Sri Lanka ask England to bat in the first one-day international at The Oval.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/14 at 10:40 am

FOOTBALL

Former Man Utd manager David Moyes is being investigated over an allegation he assaulted a man in a wine bar

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/14 at 10:41 am

FORMULA 1

Ferrari’s Fernando Alonso is fastest in second practice for the Monaco Grand Prix ahead of Lewis Hamilton

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/14 at 10:41 am

GOLF

Thomas Bjorn cards eight birdies and an eagle as he equals Wentworth course record at PGA Championship

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/14 at 10:42 am

CRICKET

Ex-Sussex players Lou Vincent and Naved Arif charged by the ECB with match-fixing and provisionally suspended

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/14 at 11:57 am

CYCLING

Rigoberto Uran wins the stage 12 individual time trial at the Giro d'Italia to take the overall lead from Cadel Evans

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/14 at 11:59 am

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

Sri Lanka ask England to bat in the first one-day international at The Oval.
Match reduced to 39 overs per side after delayed by rain.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/14 at 2:44 pm

FOOTBALL

Norwich appoint Neil Adams as manager on a three-year contract

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/14 at 2:45 pm

FOOTBALL

Cardiff striker Craig Bellamy announces his retirement aged 34, saying his body "couldn't take it any more"

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/14 at 2:46 pm

Match reduced to 39 overs per side after delayed by rain.
Sri Lanka seek to chase a revised target of 226 to beat England in the rain-hit first ODI

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/14 at 3:30 pm

Sri Lanka seek to chase a revised target of 226 to beat England in the rain-hit first ODI
England beat Sri Lanka by 81 runs in the first one-day international at The Oval.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 05/22/14 at 6:52 pm

BASEBALL

A US baseball player has reportedly lost part of his ear after a dugout fight with a team-mate. A least one punch was thrown and one player's ear "was displaced by a bite", according to Alex Guerrero's agent, Scott Boras.

I heard about this. The guy who threw this punch was Miguel Olivo, a catcher in the Los Angeles Dodgers organization. His actions were uncalled for, in my humble opinion. >:(

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/23/14 at 6:20 am

RUGBY UNION

England and Leicester Tigers tight-head prop Dan Cole requires neck surgery and will be out until November

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/23/14 at 6:23 am

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray is drawn against world number 55 Andrey Golubev in the first round of the French Open

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/23/14 at 6:29 am

FORMULA 1

Nico Rosberg signs new two-year deal with Mercedes

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/23/14 at 7:26 am

FOOTBALL

Cardiff City confirm Tommy Smith and Simon Lappin will leave the club. Midfielder Don Cowie will be offered a new deal.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/23/14 at 9:08 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray tells BBC Sport he has decided who he wants to be his next permanent coach, but is yet to offer them the job

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/23/14 at 9:08 am

RUGBY UNION

Saracens captain Steve Borthwick is passed fit to play in Saturday's Heineken Cup final against Toulon

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/23/14 at 11:39 am

FOOTBALL

Chelsea are in advanced talks with Paris St-Germain over the sale of defender David Luiz for about £40m

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/23/14 at 11:41 am

FOOTBALL

Former England midfielder Joe Cole is released by West Ham, along with George McCartney and Jack Collison

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/23/14 at 11:44 am

FOOTBALL

Ajax boss Frank de Boer says no-one from Tottenham has been in contact with him about their vacant managerial position

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/23/14 at 12:12 pm

FOOTBALL

Manchester United left-back Patrice Evra signs a new one-year contract

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/23/14 at 1:04 pm

GOLF

Thomas Bjorn fires a course-record 62 to set the pace in the first round of the BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/23/14 at 2:36 pm

FOOTBALL

Frank Lampard will hold talks with Chelsea Football Club to determine his playing future after the FIFA World Cup.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/14 at 4:43 am

CRICKET

The top women cricketers in the world could earn £23,500 for 12 days' work in a proposed new Twenty20 league

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/14 at 6:06 am

TENNIS

Heather Watson beats Barbora Zahlavova Strycova in straight sets to reach the second round of the French Open

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/14 at 6:12 am

ATHLETICS

British Athletics confirms Greg Rutherford's British record jump of 8.51m has been ratified

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/14 at 6:13 am

FOOTBALL

Real Madrid forward Gareth Bale withdraws from the Wales squad for the friendly against Netherlands in Amsterdam with an injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/14 at 6:19 am

FRENCH OPEN TENNIS

Wimbledon champion Andy Murray plays Kazakhstan's Andrey Golubev in the French Open first round on Tuesday.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/14 at 6:19 am

FRENCH OPEN TENNIS

Defending champion Rafael Nadal beat Robby Ginepri with ease on a rain-interrupted day at the French Open

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/14 at 6:20 am

GOLF and TENNIS

Northern Irish golf star Rory McIlroy has broken off his engagement with tennis player Caroline Wozniacki.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/14 at 7:57 am

FRENCH OPEN TENNIS

France's Kristina Mladenovic beats second seed Li Na 7-5 36- 6-1 to reach the second round of the French Open

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/14 at 8:44 am

ATHLETICS

Former world 100m record holder Asafa Powell lodges an appeal to reduce his 18-month doping ban to three months

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/14 at 8:44 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

UK Anti-Doping confirms Sebastian Kolasa suspended for 15 months - UK’s first anti-doping rule violation for evasion

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/14 at 10:59 am

FRENCH OPEN TENNIS

French Open men's singles first-round results (selected):
12-Richard Gasquet (France) 6-2 6-1 7-5 Bernard Tomic (Australia)
19-Kevin Anderson (South Africa) 7-5 6-3 6-4 Stephane Robert (France)
Carlos Berlocq (Argentina) 3-6 6-2 6-1 6-4 Lleyton Hewitt (Australia)
28-Philipp Kohlschreiber (Germany) 7-5 6-4 6-1 Pere Riba (Spain)
5-David Ferrer (Spain) 6-4 6-3 6-1 Igor Sijsling (Netherlands)
Ivo Karlovic (Croatia) 6-4 7-5 7-6 (7-4) 11-Grigor Dimitrov (Bulgaria)
32-Andreas Seppi (Italy) 6-3 7-5 6-3 Santiago Giraldo (Colombia)
Juergen Zopp (Estonia) 2-5 16-Tommy Haas (Germany) Haas retired

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/14 at 11:15 am

FOOTBALL

The Scottish FA has been contacted by police over a match-fixing threat to Scotland’s friendly against Nigeria on Wednesday

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/14 at 11:57 am

FRENCH OPEN TENNIS

Andy Murray has won his opening match at the French Open at ROLAND-GARROS.

Murray dropped a set but beat Kazakhstan's Andrey Golubev 6-1 6-4 3-6 6-3.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/14 at 12:48 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Gareth Bale helped Real Madrid win their 10th European Cup as they finally overwhelmed arch-rivals Atletico Madrid in a compelling Champions League final in Lisbon.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/14 at 1:48 pm

FOOTBALL

Spurs appoint Southampton boss Mauricio Pochettino as their new manager on a five-year contract

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/14 at 2:10 pm

FOOTBALL

Former Belgium international Bob Peeters is appointed manager of Championship side Charlton Athletic

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/14 at 2:10 pm

CYCLING

Colombia's Nairo Quintana wins a controversial stage 16 of the Giro d'Italia to take the overall race lead

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/14 at 4:28 pm

RUGBY UNION

Leicester fly-half Owen Williams is banned for six weeks by the RFU and will miss Wales' tour of South Africa

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/14 at 4:40 am

FOOTBALL

Two members of the German World Cup squad are involved in a car accident which left two others in hospital

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/14 at 6:33 am

FOOTBALL

Scotland boss Gordon Strachan has no injury concerns ahead of Wednesday's friendly with Nigeria at Craven Cottage

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/14 at 6:34 am

FOOTBALL

Everton defender Phil Jagielka says he dislikes hearing speculation about a potential England return for John Terry

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/14 at 6:34 am

CRICKET

England paceman Boyd Rankin says he questioned his own future following his injury-plagued Test debut against Australia

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/14 at 10:09 am

TENNIS

Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer win in straight sets to reach the third round of the French Open

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/14 at 10:10 am

TENNIS

Top seed Serena Williams loses to Garbine Muguruza in the French Open second round

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/14 at 10:11 am

FOOTBALL

Glen Johnson says Liverpool team-mate and Uruguay striker Luis Suarez has told him he will be fit to face England at the World Cup

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/14 at 10:55 am

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

England are chasing only 68 to beat Sri Lanka in the third one-day international

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/14 at 12:04 pm

A former Gillingham and Charlton goalkeeper is fighting for his life in intensive care following a car accident in South Africa.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/14 at 1:14 pm

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

England thrash Sri Lanka by 10 wickets at Old Trafford to take a 2-1 lead in the one-day series

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/14 at 1:15 pm

FOOTBALL

Gus Poyet signs a new deal as Sunderland manager until the summer of 2016

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/14 at 1:15 pm

FOOTBALL

West Ham sign Argentine forward Mauro Zarate on a three-year contract from Velez Sarsfield

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/14 at 2:47 pm

The 2022 Winter Olympics: the games nobody wants to host. From Krakow to Stockholm, cities are pulling out of holding the event

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/14 at 3:58 pm

Malcolm Glazer, the self-made billionaire who owned Manchester United and the NFL’s Tampa Bay Buccaneers, has died at the age of 85.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/14 at 4:10 am

FOOTBALL

Goalkeeper Lukasz Fabianski signs a four-year deal to join Swansea when his contract with Arsenal expires

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/14 at 4:10 am

TENNIS

Stanislas Wawrinka accepts wild card for the Aegon Championships at Queen's after losing in the French Open

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/14 at 4:11 am

GOLF

Tiger Woods withdraws from next month's US Open at Pinehurst as he continues his recovery from back surgery.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/14 at 5:05 am

RUGBY UNION

Centre Robbie Henshaw is ruled out of Ireland's tour of Argentina next month. The 20-year-old - who was expected to take the place of the retired Brian O'Driscoll - has aggravated a hand injury in training.

Ulster's Darren Cave will now be favourite to start at outside centre in Tests against Argentina on 7 June Resistencia and 14 June in Tucuman.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/14 at 5:06 am

GOLF

England's Simon Dyson starts well in round one of the European Tour event in Sweden. He is four under after six holes and shares the lead with Sweden's Rikard Karlberg and Daan Huizing of the Netherlands. Two men very much in form after recent wins - Spain's Miguel Angel Jimenez and Ireland's Shane Lowry - are two shots adrift.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/14 at 7:59 am

FORMULA 1

Formula 1 manufacturers McLaren dismiss suggestions Honda are poised to purchase a stake in the team.
After what will be a seven-year absence, Honda return to the sport next year as power-unit suppliers to McLaren. "Contrary to recent media reports, Honda has informed us it has no intention to buy into McLaren," said a spokesperson for the Woking-based team.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/14 at 8:25 am

TENNIS

Number one seed Rafa Nadal eases into round three of the French Open with a straight-sets victory over Austria's Dominic Thiem. The Spaniard is too strong for his 20-year-old opponent and wins 6-2 6-2 6-3. He will play either Leonardo Mayer or Teymuraz Gabashvili in the next round.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/14 at 8:41 am

CYCLING

Cycling's governing body is to investigate Chris Froome's claims about a lack of drug testing on Tour de France training camp

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/14 at 11:48 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray eases into third round of French Open with 6-3 6-1 6-3 victory over Marinko Matosevic

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/14 at 2:44 pm

TENNIS

Heather Watson loses 6-2 6-4 to fourth seed Simona Halep in second round of the French Open

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/14 at 2:44 pm

FOOTBALL

Sunderland announce signing of Wigan midfielder Jordi Gomez on a three-year deal

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/30/14 at 5:11 am

FOOTBALL:

Liverpool agree a deal to sign Southampton striker Rickie Lambert, who will have a medical on Saturday

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/30/14 at 5:26 am

FOOTBALL

Manchester United are to resume talks with Southampton over the transfer of defender Luke Shaw

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/30/14 at 5:29 am

GOLF

Rory McIlroy shoots a nine-under-par opening round of 63 to lead the Memorial Tournament despite picking up a knee injury.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/30/14 at 6:10 am

Arsene Wenger will remain as Arsenal manager after agreeing a new contract with the Premier League club until 2017.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/30/14 at 6:12 am

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

Ex-New Zealand player Chris Cairns says he is innocent of any match-fixing allegations after being interviewed by police.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/30/14 at 7:46 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Real Madrid must close part of the Bernabeu for one Champions League match after racist behaviour by fans

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/30/14 at 7:47 am

TENNIS

Third seed Agnieszka Radwanska loses in straight sets to Ajla Tomljanovic in the third round of the French Open

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/30/14 at 9:45 am

TENNIS

Novak Djokovic defeats Marin Cilic 6-3 6-2 6-7 (7-2) 6-4 to reach the fourth round of the French Open

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/30/14 at 9:45 am

RUGBY UNION

Saracens prop Mako Vunipola will miss England's tour of New Zealand after having knee surgery

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/30/14 at 12:00 pm

CYCLING

Colombian Nairo Quintana tightens grip on Giro D'Italia by winning the mountain time trial stage 19

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/30/14 at 2:20 pm

INTERNATIONAL FOOTBALL

England face Peru in the first of three warm-up games for the World Cup

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Written By: nally on 05/31/14 at 5:07 pm

NBA Basketball: Miami Heat have advanced to the NBA Finals.

The Western Conference winner has yet to be decided; right now, the San Antonio Spurs have a 3-games-to-2 lead on the Oklahoma City Thunder. So the Spurs can win tonight and meet up with Miami for the NBA Finals, which start next week... or OKC can tie up the series, with a decider to be played on Monday night.

If OKC wins, then this year's NBA Finals would be a matchup of teams whose names aren't plurals! :D

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Written By: nally on 06/01/14 at 9:52 pm

NBA Basketball Finals:

The matchup is set: Miami Heat vs. San Antonio Spurs.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/14 at 7:10 am

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

Sri Lanka captain Angelo Mathews defends the controversial run-out of England's Jos Buttler in the ODI decider at Edgbaston. Sri Lanka 224-4 (48.2 overs) beat England 219 (48.1 overs) by six wickets.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/14 at 7:11 am

HORSE RACING

Last year's Derby winner Ruler of the World will miss the Coronation Cup at Epsom on Saturday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/14 at 7:11 am

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL

Captain Steven Gerrard says England are practising penalties 'a lot' but will not become obsessed with World Cup shootouts

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/14 at 7:11 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Wigan sign Partick Thistle defender Aaron Taylor-Sinclair on a three-year contract

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/14 at 8:28 am

TENNIS

Rain delays the start of play at the French Open; live text & radio commentary of Andy Murray v Gael Monfils later

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/14 at 10:02 am

BOXING

GB's Nicola Adams loses in quarter-finals of women's European Championships, but Natasha Jones is guaranteed bronze

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/14 at 12:06 pm

FOOTBALL

Aston Villa are to sign Switzerland defender Philippe Senderos on a free transfer from Valencia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/14 at 12:06 pm

FOOTBALL

Liverpool are in advanced talks with Bayer Leverkusen over a deal for Germany Under-21 midfielder Emre Can

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/14 at 2:30 pm

TENNIS

Rafael Nadal is into the French Open semi-finals after a 4-6 6-4 6-1 6-0 win over David Ferrer

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/14 at 2:53 pm

TENNIS

Andy Murray is into the French Open semi-final after beating Gael Monfils in five sets

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/14 at 2:49 am

CRICKET

England will name their squad for the first Test against Sri Lanka at 10:00 BST, with Chris Jordan tipped for a call-up

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/14 at 2:50 am

FOOTBALL

Two late goals help Chile beat Northern Ireland 2-0 in their friendly in Valparaiso

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/14 at 2:51 am

FOOTBALL

Raheem Sterling was sent off and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain suffered a worrying knee injury as England produced a mixed display to draw with Ecuador in their World Cup warm-up game in Miami.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/14 at 4:04 am

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

England have included three uncapped players in their squad for the First Test against Sri Lanka starting a week today. Sam Robson, Moeen Ali and Chris Jordan are all selected for the game at Lord's. Matt Prior returns as wicketkeeper and Ben Stokes is left out as he is not fully fit with Chris Woakes and Liam Plunkett both included.

Full squad - Cook. Robson. Root. Bell. Ballance. Ali. Prior. Broad. Jordan. Anderson. Woakes. Plunkett.
So England leave out six players who were in the team for their last Test at the SCG. Carberry, Pietersen, Bairstow, Stokes, Borthwick and Rankin.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/14 at 5:43 am

HORSE RACING

Sixteen runners, headed by favourite Australia, are declared for the Derby at Epsom on Saturday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/14 at 5:44 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES

Australia have named a 103-strong team for the Glasgow Games

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/14 at 8:25 am

TENNIS

It's semi-finals day in the women's tournament at the French Open in ROLAND-GARROS.

Maria Sharapova is aiming for her ninth Grand Slam and is playing Eugenie Bouchard who is aiming for her first.

Simona Halep takes on Andrea Petkovicin the second semi-final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/14 at 11:54 am

TENNIS

Maria Sharapova beats Eugenie Bouchard 4-6 7-5 6-2 to reach her third French Open final in a row

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/14 at 11:55 am

FOOTBALL

Sir Trevor Brooking is to retire from his role as the FA’s Director of Football Development after the World Cup

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/14 at 11:55 am

HOCKEY

England's men remain on course for the World Cup semi-finals in Netherlands thanks to a 2-0 victory over Malaysia

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/14 at 11:55 am

FOOTBALL

Arsenal have informed Barcelona they will not be exercising a buy-back option on former captain Cesc Fabregas

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/14 at 12:14 pm

ATHLETICS

Adam Gemili will attempt to set a British record tonight at the Diamond League in Rome. Gemili has already run 200m in under 20 seconds and can make history tonight if he manages an unprecedented 'double' by running the 100m in less than 10 seconds.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/14 at 12:19 pm

RUGBY UNION

Vern Cotter hands debuts to Gordon Reid, Finn Russell and Blair Cowan in his first Scotland line-up against USA

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/14 at 4:02 pm

ATHLETICS

Justin Gatlin wins 100m at the Diamond League meeting in Rome; Britain's Adam Gemili finishes third

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/14 at 4:02 pm

TENNIS

Simona Halep to face Maria Sharapova in French Open final after beating Andrea Petkovic 6-2 7-6

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Written By: nally on 06/05/14 at 11:27 pm

NBA Finals:

San Antonio Spurs win game 1 over the visiting Miami Heat, 110-95.

Game 2 will be played Sunday in San Antonio.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/14 at 3:51 am

CYCLING

Bradley Wiggins set to miss out on Tour de France as Team Sky put faith in Chris Froome

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/14 at 4:13 am

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/14 at 5:36 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Norwegian Ronny Deila is confirmed as the new manager of Celtic on a 12-month rolling contract.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/14 at 5:36 am

FOOTBALL

Ex-Leeds boss Gary McAllister is one of three British candidates set to be interviewed for the head coach role at the club

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/14 at 5:37 am

FOOTBALL

Manchester, Nottingham and Portsmouth are shortlisted by Spot England to become England’s first ‘City of Football’

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/14 at 6:42 am

FOOTBALL

Newcastle sign Tenerife striker Ayoze Perez on what the club describes as a "long-term" contract

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/14 at 6:43 am

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

England announce the itinerary for their tour of Sri Lanka in November and December, when they will play seven one-day internationals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/14 at 9:12 am

FOOTBALL

France winger Franck Ribery is ruled out of the World Cup because of a back injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/14 at 9:13 am

ATHLETICS

Sprinter Usain Bolt delays his return to competitive action after falling behind in training following injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/14 at 9:14 am

FOOTBALL

Newcastle sign Tenerife striker Ayoze Perez on what the club describes as a "long-term" contract

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/14 at 9:39 am

TENNIS

Novak Djokovic battled past Ernests Gulbis on a hot afternoon in Paris to reach his second French Open final. The Serb won 6-3 6-3 3-6 6-3, with both men appearing to struggle physically in the latter stages. Djokovic, 27, will play eight-time champion Rafael Nadal or Britain's Andy Murray on Sunday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/14 at 10:19 am

FOOTBALL

FC Bayern München and France attacker Franck Ribery has been ruled out of the FIFA World Cup through injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/14 at 10:46 am

FORMULA 1

Ferrari's Fernando Alonso sets the pace with the fastest time in first practice at the Canadian Grand Prix

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/14 at 10:46 am

HORSE RACING

Third-favourite Taghrooda, trained by John Gosden and ridden by Paul Hanagan, wins the Epsom Oaks

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/14 at 10:57 am

TENNIS

Eight-time champion Rafael Nadal beats Andy Murray 6-3 6-2 6-1 to reach French Open final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/14 at 1:03 pm

FOOTBALL

Roy Hodgson says Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain will get until 24 hours before England's opener to prove his fitness

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/14 at 1:03 pm

FOOTBALL

Football League clubs have "no appetite" for proposal by the FA for Premier League B teams to play in lower divisions

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/14 at 3:20 pm

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton finishes fastest in second practice for the Canadian Grand Prix, with Mercedes team-mate Nico Rosberg second

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/14 at 4:33 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE

Robbie Ward's late try is decisive as Leeds edge past Championship side Leigh to reach the Challenge Cup semi-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/14 at 4:34 pm

GOLF

Justin Rose has been drawn to play with American Phil Mickelson as he defends his US Open title at Pinehurst next week

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/14 at 4:34 pm

FOOTBALL

Brighton & Hove Albion appoint ex-Liverpool and Finland defender Sami Hyypia as their new manager

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/07/14 at 4:01 am

TENNIS

Simona Halep aims to cap an astonishing year by beating Maria Sharapova to win her first Grand Slam title at the French Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/07/14 at 2:44 pm

FORMULA 1

Nico Rosberg takes pole position for the Canadian Grand Prix, ahead of team-mate Lewis Hamilton

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/07/14 at 2:45 pm

TENNIS

Maria Sharapova wins second French Open title after beating Simona Halep 6-4 6-7 6-4

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/07/14 at 2:45 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE

Castleford knock holders Wigan out of the Challenge Cup, edging a low-scoring quarter-final at a wet DW Stadium

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/07/14 at 2:46 pm

HORSE RACING

Australia wins the Derby at Epsom to give trainer Aidan O'Brien a record third successive winner

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Written By: nally on 06/07/14 at 3:40 pm

TENNIS

Eight-time champion Rafael Nadal beats Andy Murray 6-3 6-2 6-1 to reach French Open final

Congratulations to Rafael

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/07/14 at 3:42 pm

Congratulations to Rafael
Nadal and Djokovic are set for Paris final

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Written By: nally on 06/07/14 at 3:43 pm

Nadal and Djokovic are set for Paris final

good luck to both of them.

I hadn't been following the tennis closely.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/07/14 at 4:17 pm

FOOTBALL

HONDURAS 0-0 ENGLAND

The official line on the players coming off is because of an electrical storm. It's a real shame because the game was being played at a really good tempo prior to the stoppage.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/14 at 11:52 am

The England team's plane lands in Rio ahead of the start of the 2014 Fifa World Cup in Brazil on Thursday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/14 at 11:56 am

TENNIS

Rafael Nadal wins his ninth French Open title, beating Novak Djokovic 3-6 7-5 6-2 6-4 in the final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/14 at 11:57 am

HOCKEY

England's women lose 2-1 to Argentina at the World Cup in the Netherlands, their fourth straight defeat

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/14 at 11:58 am

FORMULA 1

Design chief Adrian Newey signs a new long-term contract with Red Bull but will no longer concentrate solely on F1

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/14 at 3:02 pm

FORMULA 1

Red Bull's Daniel Ricciardo wins a thrilling Canadian Grand Prix ahead of Nico Rosberg as Lewis Hamilton retires

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Written By: Paul on 06/08/14 at 6:01 pm

The England team's plane lands in Rio ahead of the start of the 2014 Fifa World Cup in Brazil on Thursday.

It may as well taxi around the airport for a bit, as I can't see the team hanging around there too long!

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Written By: nally on 06/08/14 at 10:48 pm

NBA Finals:

Miami Heat win Game Two to tie up the series at a game apiece.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/14 at 12:42 am

The England team's plane lands in Rio ahead of the start of the 2014 Fifa World Cup in Brazil on Thursday.

It may as well taxi around the airport for a bit, as I can't see the team hanging around there too long!
...and do not bother unpacking.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/14 at 4:41 am

DIVING

GB's Tom Daley wins a silver medal in the 10m at the World Diving Series in Mexico; Sarah Barrow finishes sixth

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/14 at 4:42 am

GOLF

The United States regain the Curtis Cup with a 13-7 win over Great Britain and Ireland in Missouri

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/14 at 5:04 am

SNOOKER

Former world number five Stephen Lee pleads guilty to fraud over the sale of a cue

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/14 at 5:15 am

FOOTBALL

Five of FIFA's six major sponsors say they support an inquiry into the decision to award the 2022 World Cup to Qatar

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/14 at 5:25 am

WORLD CUP

Brazilian riot police use tear gas to disperse protesters in Sao Paulo three days ahead of World Cup opening game

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/14 at 7:54 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

AC Milan sack coach Clarence Seedorf and appoint Filippo Inzaghi until June 2016

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/14 at 8:42 am

CYCLING

Britain's Chris Froome wins stage two of the Criterium du Dauphine to retain the overall lead

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/14 at 10:02 am

FOOTBALL

Stoke sign former Fulham midfielder Steve Sidwell on a two-year contract

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/14 at 12:29 pm

FOOTBALL

Stoke sign former Fulham midfielder Steve Sidwell on a two-year contract

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/14 at 2:37 am

CRICKET

Former Australia swing bowler Gary Gilmour has died at the age of 62 after various complications following a 2005 liver transplant

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/14 at 3:23 am

FOOTBALL

Former Republic of Ireland forward Damien Duff has joined Australian side Melbourne City on a one-year contract

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/14 at 3:25 am

FOOTBALL

Former Tottenham boss Tim Sherwood is on a shortlist of six to take over as West Brom head coach

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/14 at 6:02 am

ATHLETICS

Greg Rutherford & Phillips Idowu included in 48-strong GB & N Ireland squad for European Team Championships on 21-22 June

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/14 at 6:02 am

ROWING

Olympic champion Heather Stanning feels fit and healthy and is excited to be paired with Helen Glover for the next World Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/14 at 6:03 am

RUGBY UNION

Kingsley Jones is appointed as head coach of Newport Gwent Dragons, signing a three-year deal.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/14 at 6:05 am

The Scottish Football Association could move away from Hampden Park. It is one of a number of proposals put forward following the hiring of a consultancy firm by SFA chief executive Stewart Regan. The SFA's lease on Hampden expires in 2020 and that could signal an end to international matches and cup finals at the national stadium. The SFA's board will look at the practicalities of taking such games to other stadiums round the country. The proposals, which are at an early stage, also include exercising an option to renew the lease for a further 20 years or acquiring the freehold from current owners Queen's Park Football Club. BBC Scotland has seen documents sent to key SFA figures last week.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/14 at 11:03 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Hibernian sack manager Terry Butcher following club's relegation from Scottish Premiership

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/14 at 11:03 am

TENNIS

Britain's Dan Evans loses 6-2 6-3 to seventh seed Kevin Anderson at Queen's; James Ward in action later

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/14 at 11:04 am

CYCLING

Britain's Chris Froome retains the lead at the Criterium du Dauphine after Nico Arndt wins stage three

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/14 at 11:04 am

ICE HOCKEY

Doug Christiansen resigns as Great Britain's ice hockey head coach after 11 months in charge of the national side

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/14 at 1:17 pm

TENNIS

Britain's James Ward loses 7-5 6-3 to Grigor Dimitrov in round two of the Aegon Championships at Queen's

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/14 at 5:12 am

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

The England team gather at Lord's for a team photo ahead of the First Test against Sri Lanka tomorrow. There has been plenty of talk about a fresh start after the horror winter.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/14 at 5:32 am

FOOTBALL

Rangers are to launch a new share issue before the end of August, in a bid to raise around £8m

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/14 at 5:33 am

FOOTBALL

Luis Suarez is working triple shifts as he attempts to be fit for the World Cup, says Uruguay team-mate Cristian Rodriguez

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/14 at 5:33 am

FOOTBALL

Championship club Blackpool confirm the appointment of ex-Charlton head coach Jose Riga as their new manager

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/14 at 6:11 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Former Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini parts company with Turkish side Galatasaray

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/14 at 6:37 am

CYCLING

England name a 30-strong cycling squad for the Commonwealth Games, with Sir Bradley Wiggins committed to the road race

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Written By: warped on 06/11/14 at 11:53 am

Ex baseball pitcher Bob Welch died on June 9th

Robert Lynn "Bob" Welch (November 3, 1956 – June 9, 2014) was an American professional baseball starting pitcher. He played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Los Angeles Dodgers (1978–87) and Oakland Athletics (1988–94).
Welch was a two time MLB All-Star, and he won the American League Cy Young Award as the league's best pitcher in 1990. He was a member of three World Series champion teams. He is the last pitcher to win at least 25 games in a single season (27 in 1990)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/14 at 2:11 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE

Super League side Bradford Bulls' appeal against a six-point deduction is rejected by an independent panel

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/14 at 2:11 pm

HORSE RACING

39 jockeys cautioned after being found guilty of misconduct charges over the chaotic start to this year's Grand National

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/14 at 2:12 pm

FOOTBALL

Stoke sign Hannover's former Man Utd striker Mame Biraim Diouf and Banska Bystrica defender Dionatan Teixeira

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/14 at 3:48 pm

ATHLETICS

Adam Gemili is third in the 100m in the Diamond League meeting in Oslo, while fellow Briton Jess Judd sets an 800m personal best

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/14 at 5:12 am

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

England start the Test summer against Sri Lanka at Lord's

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/14 at 5:13 am

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

England start the Test summer against Sri Lanka at Lord's
Sri Lanka won the toss and will bowl.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/14 at 5:30 am

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

Ireland's plans to play three one-day internationals in the Pakistani city of Lahore in September have been cancelled following Sunday's attack at Karachi Airport

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/14 at 5:59 am

THE WAITING IS FINALLY OVER! THE 2014 FIFA WORLD CUP STARTS TODAY!

The stunning Christ The Redeemer statue and the Maracana Stadium, which will host the 2014 FIFA World Cup final on July 13.

Hosts Brazil kick off the tournament against Croatia

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Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/14 at 6:11 am

HOCKEY

England women beat Belgium 2-1 on penalties to finish in 11th place at the Hockey World Cup in the Netherlands

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/14 at 6:12 am

EQUESTRIAN

Six-time Olympian Mary King is banned from riding for two months

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/14 at 6:12 am

GLASGOW 2014

Hosts Scotland name the final 102 members of their Commonwealth Games team

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/14 at 7:19 am

Sri Lanka won the toss and will bowl.
England take lunch on 98-3 in the first Test against Sri Lanka at Lord's

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/14 at 8:41 am

GOLF

The Open Championship is to return to Northern Ireland for the first time since 1951, with Royal Portrush expected to host the tournament as early as 2019.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/14 at 9:15 am

CYCLING

Chris Froome retains his lead at the Criterium du Dauphine as Simon Spilak wins stage five

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/14 at 9:47 am

England take lunch on 98-3 in the first Test against Sri Lanka at Lord's
England 195-4 at tea

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/14 at 10:16 am

FOOTBALL

Chelsea sign former Arsenal midfielder Cesc Fabregas from Barcelona on a five-year deal.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/14 at 11:22 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray is knocked out of Queen's in the third round by Radek Stepanek 7-6 (12-10) 6-2

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/14 at 12:44 pm

TENNIS

Top seed Rafael Nadal loses 6-4 6-1 to Dustin Brown in the Gerry Weber Open in Halle, Germany

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/14 at 12:46 pm

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

England start the Test summer against Sri Lanka at Lord's
Joe Root's unbeaten 102 helps England close the opening day of the first Test against Sri Lanka on 344-5

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 06/12/14 at 7:38 pm

NBA Finals:

San Antonio Spurs won game 3 on Tuesday night to take a 2-1 series lead; Miami Heat has a chance to tie it up again tonight in game 4. Either that or the Spurs will take a 3-1 series lead to put Miami on the brink of elimination.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/14 at 4:33 am

GOLF

Germany's Martin Kaymer shoots a stunning five-under 65 to take a three-shot lead on day one of the US Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/14 at 4:59 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Castleford Tigers coach Daryl Powell signs a new five-year contract with the Challenge Cup semi-finalists

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Written By: Paul on 06/13/14 at 7:33 am

Joe Root's unbeaten 102 helps England close the opening day of the first Test against Sri Lanka on 344-5

He's still grimly hanging in there, passing 150 as the hosts rack up a very nice 473-8 at lunch...

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/14 at 7:34 am

He's still grimly hanging in there, passing 150 as the hosts rack up a very nice 473-8 at lunch...
Splendid, just what the England team needs.

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Written By: Paul on 06/13/14 at 7:35 am

Splendid, just what the England team needs.

Considering the winter they've had...absolutely!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/14 at 10:44 am

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

Joe Root hits double century as England declare first innings on 575 for 9 in first Test at Lord's

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/14 at 10:46 am

TENNIS

Spain's Feliciano Lopez beats second seed Tomas Berdych 6-4 7-6 (9-7) to reach the semi-finals at Queen's

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/14 at 10:46 am

HOCKEY

England men lose 1-0 to hosts Netherlands in the World Cup semi-finals in the Hague

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/14 at 10:47 am

CYCLING

Britain's Chris Froome crashes near the end of stage six but retains his 12-second lead at the Criterium du Dauphine

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/14 at 10:47 am

FOOTBALL

Manchester City reach an agreement to sign France defender Bacary Sagna from Arsenal

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/14 at 12:48 pm

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

Joe Root hits double century as England declare first innings on 575 for 9 in first Test at Lord's
Sri Lanka reach 140-1 in reply to England's 575-9 declared after two days of the first Test at Lord's

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Written By: nally on 06/13/14 at 6:57 pm

NBA Finals:

San Antonio Spurs won game 3 on Tuesday night to take a 2-1 series lead; Miami Heat has a chance to tie it up again tonight in game 4. Either that or the Spurs will take a 3-1 series lead to put Miami on the brink of elimination.

Spurs won, to take a 3-1 series lead. Game 5 is on Sunday.

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Written By: nally on 06/15/14 at 10:54 pm

NBA Finals: Spurs have won the championship, 4 games to 1 over the Miami Heat.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/16/14 at 3:42 am

GOLF

Germany’s Martin Kaymer wins his second major title and first US Open with an eight-shot victory over Rickie Fowler

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/16/14 at 3:42 am

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

Gary Ballance targets an England win on the final day against Sri Lanka after his unbeaten 104 helps them to a lead of 389

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/16/14 at 6:11 am

GLASGOW 2014

Mo Farah will go for the 5,000m and 10,000m double at the Commonwealth Games as Team England announces athletics squad

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/16/14 at 6:57 am

GOLF

The Royal Portrush course is confirmed as the venue for the world's biggest golf tournament, the Open Championship, in 2019

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/16/14 at 12:08 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE

Bradford Bulls sack coach Francis Cummins with the club eight points from safety in the Super League

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/16/14 at 1:09 pm

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

England are denied victory at Lord's as Sri Lanka finish 9 wickets down in a thrilling finish. Jordan took three wickets and Anderson three, but Sri Lanka held out for a draw with the final pair surviving the last 5 balls of the match.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/16/14 at 1:10 pm

A dad had a Father’s Day to remember on Sunday when he caught a home run one-handed at a baseball game while holding his baby. Troy Tulowitzki, of the Colorado Rockies, blasted the ball to left-field just as the dad was walking back to his seat. Without batting an eyelid the father, baby in hand, raises his left hand and snags the ball like it’s no big deal.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/16/14 at 1:37 pm

HORSE RACING

A foal of legendary racehorse Frankel sells at auction for the first time – for a fee of £1.15m

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/16/14 at 1:37 pm

FOOTBALL

Sunderland announce the signing of former Manchester City goalkeeper Costel Pantilimon

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Written By: nally on 06/16/14 at 7:47 pm

GOLF

Germany’s Martin Kaymer wins his second major title and first US Open with an eight-shot victory over Rickie Fowler

I actually watched part of this on TV. :)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/14 at 5:43 am

I actually watched part of this on TV. :)
It was on pay-to-view television here, only saw clips on the news.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/14 at 5:43 am

GLASGOW 2014

Olympic bronze medallists Louis Smith and Max Whitlock selected by Team England for the Commonwealth Games

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/14 at 6:09 am

FOOTBALL

Two Singapore nationals found guilty of conspiracy to commit bribery in the first criminal case in UK related to football match fixing

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/14 at 6:09 am

RUGBY UNION

England fly-half Owen Farrell ruled out of England's third Test against New Zealand with knee injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/14 at 7:13 am

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

England have been fined by the ICC for maintaining a slow over-rate against Sri Lanka in the first Test at Lord's

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/14 at 7:27 am

FOOTBALL

Schalke and Germany midfielder Julian Draxler says he rejected a move to Arsenal during the January transfer window

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/14 at 7:27 am

RUGBY UNION

England fly-half Owen Farrell ruled out of England's third Test against New Zealand with knee injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/14 at 9:42 am

HORSE RACING

Favourite Toronado, ridden by Richard Hughes for trainer Richard Hannon, wins the opening Queen Anne Stakes at Royal Ascot

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/14 at 9:43 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Celtic name former midfielder John Collins as assistant manager to new boss Ronny Deila

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/14 at 10:55 am

HORSE RACING

Kingman, trained by John Gosden and ridden by James Doyle, denies Night of Thunder in Ascot's St James's Palace Stakes

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/14 at 11:23 am

TENNIS

Victoria Azarenka is knocked out of Eastbourne in round one by Camila Giorgi of Italy; Briton Johanna Konta into round two

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/14 at 11:24 am

FOOTBALL

Hull are one of three Premier League clubs trying to secure the services of former England centre-back Joleon Lescott

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/14 at 4:06 am

FOOTBALL

Arsenal are reportedly set to offer A.C. Milan striker Mario Balotelli - Official a deal worth £180,000 per week to move to Emirates Stadium this summer.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/14 at 5:53 am

FOOTBALL

Dave Hockaday is confirmed as new Leeds United head coach

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/14 at 5:54 am

HORSE RACING

Jockey JT McNamara, 38, who was left paralysed in a fall at Cheltenham Festival in March 2013 returns home

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/14 at 5:54 am

EQUESTRIAN

Zara Phillips, the Queen’s grand-daughter, is named in the Great Britain squad for the World Equestrian Games in August

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/14 at 5:54 am

FOOTBALL

Les Ferdinand and Chris Ramsey depart their coaching roles at Tottenham after Mauricio Pochettino's appointment as boss

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/14 at 6:44 am

CRICKET

Former Sussex and Pakistan A seamer Naved Arif is banned for life by the ECB for a breach of its anti-corruption code.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/14 at 6:50 am

TENNIS

British number one Heather Watson reaches the Eastbourne quarter-finals with her "biggest ever" win but Johanna Konta loses.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/14 at 6:50 am

TENNIS

Champion Andy Murray will be third seed at Wimbledon, with Novak Djokovic top seed and Rafael Nadal second.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/14 at 8:43 am

TENNIS

Britain's Heather Watson gets a walk-over into the semi-finals at Eastbourne after Petra Kvitova pulls out injured

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/14 at 8:44 am

RUGBY UNION

Adam Jones is dropped for Scarlets prop Samson Lee in one of two changes for Wales' second Test v South Africa

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/14 at 10:17 am

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

England captain Alastair Cook calls for a crackdown on "personal" attacks on his style of leadership

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/14 at 11:22 am

HORSE RACING

Favourite Leading Light wins the Gold Cup at Royal Ascot, with the Queen's Estimate a close second

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/14 at 4:35 am

TENNIS

Defending Wimbledon champion and third seed Andy Murray will start the defence of his title against Belgian David Goffin

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/14 at 4:36 am

RUGBY UNION

England Under-20s beat South Africa Under-20s 21-20 to retain their IRB World Junior Championship crown

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/14 at 4:56 am

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

England play Sri Lanka in the Second Test at Headingley, unchanged England win toss and bowl. Chandimal & Prasad in for Sri Lanka

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/14 at 4:56 am

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

England play Sri Lanka in the Second Test at Headingley, unchanged England win toss and bowl. Chandimal & Prasad in for Sri Lanka
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No rain in sight at the moment, and play underway at 11.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/14 at 2:17 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

Andy Murray begins the defence of his title today

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/14 at 3:21 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

Andy Murray begins the defence of his title today
Andy Murray has admitted feeling "nervous" ahead of his first round match at Wimbledon today, but says he is well prepared to defend his title.

Can he do it again?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/14 at 5:23 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Celtic will face the Icelandic champions KR Reykjavik in second round qualifying for the Champions League

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/14 at 5:23 am

GOLF

American Michelle Wie clinches her first major victory with a two-shot victory at the US Open with Stacy Lewis second.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/14 at 5:26 am

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

Second Test at Headingley, England v Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka resume on 214-4 - 106 ahead

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/14 at 7:07 am

Andy Murray has admitted feeling "nervous" ahead of his first round match at Wimbledon today, but says he is well prepared to defend his title.

Can he do it again?

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Andy Murray guest edits The Beano and for some reason looks a bit like Tony Blair

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/14 at 9:38 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

Former US Open champion Sam Stosur and Sloane Stephens are the first big names to be knocked out of Wimbledon

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/14 at 9:39 am

Andy Murray has admitted feeling "nervous" ahead of his first round match at Wimbledon today, but says he is well prepared to defend his title.

Can he do it again?

https://scontent-b-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xap1/t1.0-9/10455361_884217341592864_1991380299979894239_n.jpg
Andy Murray begins defence of men's singles title with 6-1 6-4 7-5 first-round win over David Goffin

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Written By: nally on 06/23/14 at 9:40 am

GOLF

American Michelle Wie clinches her first major victory with a two-shot victory at the US Open with Stacy Lewis second.

I heard about this last night. Congratulations Michelle!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/14 at 1:31 pm

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

Second Test at Headingley, England v Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka resume on 214-4 - 106 ahead
England are facing a first home Test series defeat by Sri Lanka after collapsing to 57-5 in pursuit of 350 for victory.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/14 at 1:57 pm

FOOTBALL

Helena Costa has decided not to take up the role of head coach at Clermont Foot next season, the French club say.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/14 at 5:48 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Bradford Bulls appoint former Super League Man of Steel and Great Britain hooker James Lowes as their new head coach

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/14 at 7:29 am

FOOTBALL

Manchester United are close to completing a deal to sign midfielder Ander Herrera from Athletic Bilbao

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/14 at 7:29 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Bradford Bulls appoint former Super League Man of Steel and Great Britain hooker James Lowes as their new head coach

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/14 at 9:08 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

Seven-time Wimbledon champion Roger Federer beats Italian Paolo Lorenzi 6-1 6-1 6-3 to reach second round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/14 at 9:08 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Hibernian appoint former Bolton, Celtic and Everton defender Alan Stubbs as their new head coach

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/14 at 9:09 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

Women's singles: Caroline Wozniacki and Agnieszka Radwanska both win in straight sets to reach second round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/14 at 1:44 pm

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

England beaten by Sri Lanka by 100 runs in the second Investec Test at Headingly and lose the two-match series live

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/14 at 1:55 pm

WIMBLEDON 2014

Five-time champion Serena Williams beats Anna Tatishvili 6-1 6-2 in her first-round match

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/14 at 1:55 pm

WIMBLEDON 2014

Two-time champion Rafael Nadal comes from a set down to beat Slovak Martin Klizan 4-6 6-3 6-3 6-3

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/14 at 1:56 pm

WIMBLEDON 2014

Number five seed Maria Sharapova thrashes Britain's Samantha Murray 6-1 6-0 to reach the second round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/14 at 2:08 pm

FOOTBALL

Italy boss Cesare Prandelli says he intends to resign after the country's elimination from the 2014 Fifa World Cup

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/14 at 6:53 am

RUGBY UNION

Former Scotland international fly-half Dan Parks announces his retirement from rugby at age of 36

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/14 at 7:33 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

Second seed Li Na reaches the third round of Wimbledon after beating world number 38 Yvonne Meusburger

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/14 at 8:26 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

British wildcard Tara Moore is beaten 6-4 6-7 (3-7) 9-7 by former world number two Vera Zvonareva in first round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/14 at 8:27 am

FOOTBALL

Hull City complete signing of Spurs midfielder Jake Livermore for an undisclosed club record fee

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/14 at 8:50 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Zinedine Zidane has been named coach of Spanish third division side Castilla,

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/14 at 9:07 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

Andy Murray beats Blaz Rola 6-1 6-1 6-0 to reach the third round of Wimbledon

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/14 at 10:12 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

Security guards at Wimbledon have identified an unlikely threat to punters heading to the tournament - flasks of tea.

The All England Club has banned people from bringing their own brew along to the tennis amid concerns over the possibility of terrorism, it was reported.

Guards from security firm G4S are believed to have told punters that the ban follows the bombings at the Boston Marathon last year, in which pressure cooker bombs were used to kill three people and injure hundreds more.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/14 at 10:12 am

GOLF

Tiger Woods says he is pain-free for the first time in two years but accepts he will never regain the game that saw him dominate golf for a decade.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/14 at 11:02 am

FOOTBALL

Birmingham City have signed striker Clayton Donaldson from Championship newcomers Brentford on a two-year deal.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/14 at 12:47 pm

WIMBLEDON 2014

Seventh seed David Ferrer - a possible quarter-final opponent for Andy Murray - is beaten in five sets by Andrey Kuznetsov

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/14 at 12:48 pm

FOOTBALL

Manager Nigel Pearson signs a new three-year contract with Premier League club Leicester

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/14 at 12:49 pm

BASKETBALL

Great Britain’s women's team have qualified for next year's Eurobasket finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/14 at 1:45 pm

WIMBLEDON 2014

Top seed Novak Djokovic beats Radek Stepanek in four sets to reach the third round

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/14 at 2:14 pm

WIMBLEDON 2014

British wildcard Naomi Broady is beaten 6-2 6-2 by former world number one Caroline Woznicaki, the 16th seed

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/26/14 at 2:23 pm

FOOTBALL

England left-back Luke Shaw is due to have a medical at Man Utd ahead of a proposed transfer from Southampton

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/26/14 at 2:23 pm

WIMBLEDON 2014

British number one Heather Watson loses in three sets to German ninth seed Angelique Kerber in the second round

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/26/14 at 2:23 pm

WIMBLEDON 2014

Fifth seed Maria Sharapova beats Switzerland’s Timea Bacsinszky 6-2 6-1 to reach the third round

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/26/14 at 2:38 pm

WIMBLEDON 2014

Seven-time champion Roger Federer defeats Gilles Muller of Luxembourg 6-3 7-5 6-3 to progress to the third round

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/14 at 3:34 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

Order of play for Centre Court

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/14 at 3:41 am

The action is underway at Tiger's Quicken Loans National, the sixth stop in the Open Qualifying Series. Four more players will qualify for The Open this week.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/14 at 4:44 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES

Sprinter Usain Bolt says he is available to compete at next month's Commonwealth Games in Glasgow

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/14 at 4:45 am

GLASGOW 2014

Team Wales’s Becky James withdraws from the Commonwealth Games due to injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/14 at 5:48 am

GLASGOW 2014

Sir Bradley Wiggins will join the track cycling squad for the Commonwealth Games, Team England confirm

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/14 at 5:49 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

Pleasingly, it's a sea of green around the grounds. The covers are now off with nets being rolled out and the umpire's chair pushed onto court. The sound of ball pinging off strings might not be too far away.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/14 at 8:16 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Barcelona are still keen on signing Luis Suarez despite his four-month ban for biting Italy's Giorgio Chiellini

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/14 at 8:17 am

FOOTBALL

Southampton midfielder Adam Lallana is on his way for a medical with Liverpool after talks for a £25m deal reopened

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/14 at 8:17 am

FOOTBALL

Luke Shaw completes his move to Manchester United from Southampton for an initial fee of £27m

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/14 at 10:21 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

Top seed Novak Djokovic survives an injury scare to beat Gilles Simon 6-4 6-2 6-4 in the third round

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/14 at 10:22 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

Women's second seed Li Na of China is knocked out, losing 7-6 (7-5) 7-6 (7-5) to Barbora Strykova

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/14 at 11:01 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

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A gate has been installed on Wimbledon's Centre Court to allow newly crowned champions to reach their coaches and family without having to clamber over commentary box roofs. Pat Cash was the first winner to climb up to the players' box after beating Ivan Lendl in the 1987 final. The scene has been replicated many times since, including by Andy Murray after his triumph last summer.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/14 at 11:08 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

Czech 23rd seed Lucie Safarova beats 10th seed Dominika Cibulkova of Slovakia 6-4 6-2

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/14 at 12:23 pm

WIMBLEDON 2014

Petra Kvitová wins the battle of the champions and what a battle it was! Sensational tennis on Centre Court from the No.6 seed and Venus Williams in three tight sets 5-7, 7-6, 7-5

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/14 at 12:26 pm

WIMBLEDON 2014

Fourth seed Agnieszka Radwanska beats Michelle Larcher De Brito of Portugal 6-2 6-0

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/14 at 2:33 pm

WIMBLEDON 2014

Defending champion Andy Murray beats Spain’s Roberto Bautista Agut 6-2 6-3 6-2 on Centre Court

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/14 at 2:36 pm

GOLF

Germany's Martin Kaymer misses the cut at the BMW International, his first event since winning the US Open

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/14 at 3:13 pm

WIMBLEDON 2014

Eleventh seed Grigor Dimitrov beats Alexandr Dolgopolov of Ukraine 6-7 6-4 2-6 6-4 6-1 on Court One

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FOOTBALL

Fifa's Jerome Valcke calls on Luis Suarez to seek treatment after being found guilty of biting an opponent for a third time

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/14 at 4:32 pm

WIMBLEDON 2014

Croatia's Marin Cilic beats sixth seed Tomas Berdych in straight sets to reach fourth round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/14 at 4:32 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

Australian teenager Nick Kyrgios caused a sensational upset as he beat world number one Rafael Nadal to reach the quarter-finals at Wimbledon. The 19-year-old wildcard's huge serve helped him to a 7-6 (7-5) 5-7 7-6 (7-5) 6-3 victory on his Centre Court debut, and he will play Milos Raonic next. Ranked 144, Kyrgios is the first man outside the top 100 to beat a world number one at a Grand Slam since 1992. Nadal, 27, has failed to make the last eight at Wimbledon since 2011.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/14 at 4:33 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

An unwell Serena Williams was forced to pull out of her Wimbledon women's doubles second-round match with sister Venus because of a viral illness. The Americans were 3-0 down to German Kristina Barrois and Swiss Stefanie Voegele when they withdrew. Serena, beaten in the singles by Alize Cornet, struggled in the warm-up and needed treatment from the doctor. The 32-year-old then served four straight double faults in the third game before deciding to call a halt. Serena, who seemed to be having problems with her vision, was struggling to bounce the ball and keep it under control.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/14 at 6:05 am

RUGBY UNION

Former Brumbies head coach Laurie Fisher is confirmed as the new head coach at Premiership Rugby side Gloucester

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/14 at 6:48 am

FOOTBALL

Barcelona will begin negotiations with Liverpool on Wednesday over a deal for Reds striker Luis Suarez

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/14 at 8:04 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

Andy Murray loses first set 6-1 to Dimitrov on Centre Court

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/14 at 8:05 am

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

Former New Zealand batsman Lou Vincent is banned for life and admits he is a "cheat" who "shamed" the sport by match-fixing.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/14 at 8:09 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

Eugenie Bouchard completes 6-3 6-4 win over Angelique Kerber to reach third Grand Slam semi-final in a row

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/14 at 8:25 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

Third seed Simona Halep beats last year's runner-up Sabine Lisicki 6-4 6-0 to reach women's semi-final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/14 at 8:26 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

Teenager Nick Kyrgios sets his sights on taking Rafael Nadal's world number one ranking after beating him at Wimbledon

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/14 at 9:12 am

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

Durham all-rounder Ben Stokes has been included in a 13 man squad for the 1st Test against India starting on wednesday. The Squad is Cook, Robson, Ballance, Bell, Root, Ali. Prior, Stokes, Jordan, Broad, Anderson, Plunkett, Woakes.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/14 at 9:20 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

Andy Murray loses first set 6-1 to Dimitrov on Centre Court
Dimitrov leads Murray 6-1 7-6 (7-4) in Centre Court quarter-final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/14 at 9:38 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

Defending champion Andy Murray loses in straight sets to Grigor Dimitrov in the men's quarter-final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/14 at 10:36 am

FORMULA 1

Caterham F1 team sold by Malaysian businessman Tony Fernandes to a consortium of Swiss and Middle Eastern investors

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/14 at 11:30 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

Top seed Novak Djokovic beats Marin Cilic in five sets to reach the semi-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/14 at 12:29 pm

WIMBLEDON 2014

Seven-time champion Roger Federer comes from a set down to beat Stan Wawrinka and reach the semi-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/14 at 12:40 pm

GOLF

Five-time Open winner Tom Watson says he is very grateful to receive an exemption to play in the 2015 competition.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/14 at 12:40 pm

GOLF

Royal Birkdale and Carnoustie will stage the Open Championship in 2017 and 2018 respectively, the R&A confirms.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/14 at 12:52 pm

FOOTBALL

The United States' "unprecedented" and "staggering" appetite for football could see them bid to host the 2026 World Cup, according to Fifa bosses.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/14 at 1:59 pm

WIMBLEDON 2014

Milos Raonic beats teenager Nick Kyrgios in four sets to set up a Wimbledon semi-final against Roger Federer

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/14 at 2:56 pm

WIMBLEDON 2014

Men's semi-finals: Novak Djokovic v Grigor Dimitrov; Roger Federer v Milos Raonic

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/14 at 3:01 pm

WIMBLEDON 2014

Women's semi-finals: Eugenie Bouchard v Simona Halep; Lucie Safarova v Petra Kvitova

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/14 at 6:37 am

FOOTBALL

Liverpool hold "productive" talks with Barcelona over the sale of striker Luis Suarez

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/14 at 7:45 am

FOOTBALL

Former Italy manager Cesare Prandelli is in talks with Turkish side Galatasaray to become their new coach. Prandelli, 56, resigned after a poor World Cup campaign in which the Azzurri bowed out at the group stage.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/14 at 8:34 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

Petra Kvitova beats Lucie Safarova 7-6 (8-6) 6-1 to reach the women's singles final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/14 at 8:35 am

FOOTBALL

Scotland goalkeeper Craig Gordon signs for Celtic, having not played a competitive game for more than two years

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/14 at 10:47 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

Eugenie Bouchard beats Simona Halep 7-6 (7-5) 6-2 to reach the women's singles final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/14 at 11:47 am

FOOTBALL

Liverpool complete the signing of Bayer Leverkusen's Germany under-21 international midfielder Emre Can

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/14 at 2:20 pm

ATHLETICS

Tyson Gay, on his comeback from a doping ban, finishes second to Justin Gatlin in the Diamond League 100m

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/14 at 2:43 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE

Hull KR part company with head coach Craig Sandercock after almost three years in charge

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/14 at 2:45 pm

FOOTBALL

QPR FC are set to sign Rio Ferdinand and they have also agreed a fee for fellow central defender Steven Caulker.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/14 at 4:46 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

Men's semi-finals order of play: Djokovic v Dimitrov, Federer v Raonic - Centre Court from 13:00 BST

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/14 at 5:06 am

FORMULA 1

First practice at the British Grand Prix, with Susie Wolff out with oil pressure problems

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/14 at 6:06 am

FOOTBALL

Spanish giants Barcelona will prepare for the new La Liga season with a training camp at St George’s Park

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/14 at 7:34 am

FOOTBALL

Wales captain Ashley Williams signs a new deal with Swansea City ending speculation of a transfer to another club

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/14 at 7:42 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

Men's semi-finals: Djokovic v Dimitrov

First set Novak Djokovic 6-4 in 27 minutes

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/14 at 8:45 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

Men's semi-finals: Djokovic v Dimitrov

Dimitrov level with Djokovic - 4-6 6-3

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/14 at 9:20 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

Men's semi-finals: Djokovic v Dimitrov

Djokovic leads Dimitrov - 6-4 3-6 7-6 (7-2)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/14 at 9:47 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton finishes fastest in second practice for the British Grand Prix

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/14 at 10:08 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

Britain's Jordanne Whiley and partner Yui Kamiji of Japan reach the women's wheelchair doubles final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/14 at 10:22 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

Men's semi-finals: Djokovic v Dimitrov

Djokovic wins 6-4 3-6 7-6 (7-2) 7-6 (9-7) in 3hr 02mins

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/14 at 10:39 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

Men's semi-finals: Djokovic v Dimitrov

Djokovic wins 6-4 3-6 7-6 (7-2) 7-6 (9-7) in 3hr 02mins
For the BBC Djokovic's win was fortuitous, for the finish was just before the time to switch to the broadcast of the World Cup football.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/14 at 11:15 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

Men's semi-finals Federer v Raonic

Federer takes first set 6-4 v Raonic on Centre Court

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/14 at 12:03 pm

WIMBLEDON 2014

Men's semi-finals Federer v Raonic

Federer leads Raonic 6-4 6-4 on Centre Court

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/14 at 12:17 pm

CYCLING

Up to two million cycling fans are expected in Yorkshire this weekend for the start of the 2014 Tour de France. The three-week race returns to England for the first time since 2007, with two stages in Yorkshire and a third finishing in London on Monday. The 101st edition of the prestigious 2,277-mile, 21-stage race ends in Paris on Sunday, 27 July. Chris Froome is the defending champion, while fellow Briton Mark Cavendish is among the favourites to win stage one.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/14 at 12:21 pm

WIMBLEDON 2014

Seven-time champion Roger Federer beats Milos Raonic 6-4 6-4 6-4 to reach men's singles final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/14 at 12:31 pm

WIMBLEDON 2014

Men's semi-finals Federer v Raonic

Federer leads Raonic 6-4 6-4 on Centre Court
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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/14 at 2:55 pm

BOXING

Former world light welterweight champion Amir Khan is arrested on suspicion of assaulting two men in Bolton.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/14 at 4:08 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

Petra Kvitova will attempt to win Wimbledon for the second time when she meets Eugenie Bouchard in Saturday's final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/14 at 8:22 am

FORMULA 1

Nico Rosberg takes pole position for the British Grand Prix, with team-mate and rival Lewis Hamilton in sixth

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/14 at 9:10 am

WIMBLEDON 2014

Czech Petra Kvitova thrashes Canada's Eugenie Bouchard 6-3 6-0 to win her second Wimbledon title

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/14 at 10:40 am

CYCLING

Up to two million cycling fans are expected in Yorkshire this weekend for the start of the 2014 Tour de France. The three-week race returns to England for the first time since 2007, with two stages in Yorkshire and a third finishing in London on Monday. The 101st edition of the prestigious 2,277-mile, 21-stage race ends in Paris on Sunday, 27 July. Chris Froome is the defending champion, while fellow Briton Mark Cavendish is among the favourites to win stage one.
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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/14 at 10:49 am

CYCLING

Marcel Kittel wins stage one of 2014 Tour de France from Leeds to Harrogate; Mark Cavendish crashes on run-in

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/14 at 12:39 am

CYCLING

The final English leg of the Tour de France starts later with nearly 200 cyclists competing along the 96-mile (155km) route from Cambridge to London.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/14 at 2:08 am

FORMULA 1

Ferrari say Kimi Raikkonen is "OK" after a 150mph crash in the British GP, but he may not drive in testing this week

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Written By: karen on 07/09/14 at 5:48 pm

CYCLING

Marcel Kittel wins stage one of 2014 Tour de France from Leeds to Harrogate; Mark Cavendish crashes on run-in

And now Froomey has crashed out

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Written By: Henk on 07/10/14 at 12:43 pm

And now Froomey has crashed out

On the very same day (July 9) that Dutchman Lars Boom won the 5th stage of the Tour de France (Ypres - Arenberg).
The last Dutchman to win a stage in the Tour before him was Pieter Weening, on July 9, 2005 (yes, exactly 9 years to the day).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/11/14 at 3:48 am

Horse Racing

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An unfancied outsider caused a bit of a flap when it made an unscheduled appearance at the Brighton Races on Tuesday.This seagull swooped for the line at the end of the 7.10pm race and got second place! It's thought to be the first bird to ever feature in the photo-finish of a horse race.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/11/14 at 7:14 am

FOOTBALL

Liverpool agree to sell striker Luis Suarez to Barcelona in a five-year deal thought to be worth about £75m.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/11/14 at 2:45 pm

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

England suffer another batting collapse and close day three on 352-9, trailing India by 105 in the first Test

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/11/14 at 2:45 pm

And now Froomey has crashed out
Chris Froome reveals his Tour de France crash has left him with fractures to the left wrist and right hand

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/11/14 at 2:46 pm

GOLF

Rory McIlroy follows his course-record 64 with a 78 to fall back to level par after two rounds at Royal Aberdeen.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/11/14 at 2:46 pm

GOLF

US Open champion Michelle Wie is set to miss the halfway cut at the Women's British Open after a second round of 78.

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Written By: nally on 07/11/14 at 7:16 pm

NBA (basketball): Lebron James is reportedly returning to Cleveland to play for the Cavaliers.

When I left Cleveland, I was on a mission. I was seeking championships, and we won two. But Miami already knew that feeling. Our city hasn't had that feeling in a long, long, long time. My goal is still to win as many titles as possible, no question. But what's most important for me is bringing one trophy back to Northeast Ohio.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/14 at 12:21 pm

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

India's Ravindra Jadeja charged following his alleged altercation with England bowler James Anderson during the first Test

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/14 at 12:21 pm

HORSE RACING

Tony McCoy equals Martin Pipe's career tally of 4,191 winners with victory aboard On The Record at Uttoxeter

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/14 at 12:22 pm

CYCLING

France's Tony Gallopin wins stage 11 of the Tour de France, 48 hours after losing the leader's yellow jersey

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/14 at 12:22 pm

COMMONWEALTH GAMES

Double Olympic champion Mo Farah confirms he will be fit to compete for England at Glasgow 2014

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/14 at 12:22 pm

GOLF

The Open Championship starts at Royal Liverpool on Thursday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/14 at 12:23 pm

GOLF

Justin Rose has won the Open "thousands of times" in his mind as he bids to end England's 22-year wait for a champion.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/14 at 12:23 pm

GOLF

Tiger Woods, now fit again after back surgery, insists winning the title is his only goal at this week's Open Championship.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/14 at 12:23 pm

GOLF

Rory McIlroy says his recent trend of following a low first round with a poor second is "getting into his head".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/14 at 1:20 pm

OPEN GOLF

Rory McIlroy shoots a six-under 66 at Hoylake to take the early Open lead, as Tiger Woods opens with a three-under 69

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/14 at 1:21 pm

FOOTBALL

Newcastle United confirm the signing of full-back Daryl Janmaat from Feyenoord on a six-year deal for an undisclosed fee

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/14 at 1:22 pm

FOOTBALL

Former Man Utd and England defender Rio Ferdinand passes a medical at QPR and is set to sign a contract at Loftus Road

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/14 at 1:22 pm

FOOTBALL

Swansea confirm departure of striker Michu to Serie A side Napoli on a season-long loan

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/14 at 1:23 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE

Norway's Alexander Kristoff wins a sprint finish to claim victory in stage 12 of the Tour de France

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/14 at 1:24 pm

CRICKET

Ajinkya Rahane hits a century as England fail to capitalise on helpful conditions on the first day of the second Test at Lord's.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/14 at 4:10 am

OPEN GOLF

Saturday's third round will employ a two-tee start because of weather fears

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/14 at 4:11 am

FOOTBALL

Ex-Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard is poised to complete his move to Major League Soccer club New York City FC

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/14 at 4:12 am

CRICKET

England will begin day three of the second Test on 219-6 at Lord's, 76 runs behind India

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/14 at 4:12 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Former Hull FC, Batley, Hunslet and Castleford scrum-half Tony Dean has died after battling cancer

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/14 at 4:13 am

FOOTBALL

West Brom sign Nigeria international striker Brown Ideye from Dynamo Kiev for a club-record undisclosed fee

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/14 at 4:18 am

Bob Torrance, father of golf star Sam, passes away aged 82

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/14 at 5:42 am

OPEN GOLF

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Rory had a birdie on the 8th hole today and we're not talking about the pheasant.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/14 at 6:29 am

OPEN GOLF

Saturday's third round will employ a two-tee start because of weather fears
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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/14 at 7:58 am

CRICKET

England will begin day three of the second Test on 219-6 at Lord's, 76 runs behind India
India reach 11-0 at lunch on day three of the second Test, trailing England by 13

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/14 at 7:59 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton crashes heavily in the first session of qualifying for the German Grand Prix

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/14 at 8:00 am

FOOTBALL

Arsenal forward Theo Walcott will return to training at the end of August following a knee injury, says manager Arsene Wenger

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/14 at 9:29 am

OPEN GOLF

2011 Champion Darren Clarke shot a round of 67 today to finish on 5-under-par. He was in good spirits and talked about this famous major;

"It's the biggest and best tournament in the world. I enjoy playing links golf and the Open Championship is one that I always look forward to playing from the start of the year."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/14 at 10:09 am

OPEN GOLF

Rory McIlroy eagles the 18th to take a six-shot lead into the final round of the Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/14 at 10:49 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton crashes heavily in the first session of qualifying for the German Grand Prix
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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/14 at 10:56 am

CYCLING

Poland's Rafal Majka wins stage 14 of the Tour de France, while overall leader Vincenzo Nibali finshes second

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/14 at 11:25 am

HORSE RACING

AP McCoy wins on It's A Gimme at Market Rasen to beat trainer Martin Pipe's career tally of 4,191 victories

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/14 at 12:13 pm

FOOTBALL

Liverpool move closer to signing France striker Loic Remy after having an £8.5m bid accepted by QPR

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/14 at 12:15 pm

CRICKET

Scorecard update:

India 157-4 (57 overs) - lead by 133 runs

Batsmen: Vijay 54*, Dhoni 9*

Fall of wickets: 40-1 (Dhawan 31), 118-2 (Pujara 43), 118-3 (Kohli 0), 123-4 (Rahane 5)

Bowling figures: Anderson 16-6-35-0, Broad 14-5-41-1, Stokes 11-2-33-1, Plunkett 11-5-23-2, Moeen 5-1-10-0

First innings: India 295, England 319

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Written By: karen on 07/19/14 at 1:06 pm

CYCLING

Poland's Rafal Majka wins stage 14 of the Tour de France, while overall leader Vincenzo Nibali finshes second

Is anyone else following this? In the UK there is quite a good daily programme on ITV4 with highlights from each stage

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/14 at 1:08 pm

Is anyone else following this? In the UK there is quite a good daily programme on ITV4 with highlights from each stage
I occasionally watch it live more than the highlights, I did manage to see some of the Cambridge to London Stage.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/14 at 2:11 pm

OPEN GOLF

Saturday's third round will employ a two-tee start because of weather fears
The R&A's use of a two-tee start to avoid possible thunderstorms on round three of the Open is backed by most players

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/14 at 4:57 am

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Roger Federer takes on skier Lindsey Vonn on Swiss glacier in exhibition tennis match. Wimbledon finalist reaches new heights, 11,333 feet to be precise as he takes part in exhibition match on the Jungfraujoch mountain at the top of Europe

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/14 at 6:38 am

The Open 2014

Rory McIlroy hopes to "dominate" golf and emulate the success of Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods after his Open Championship success. A two-shot victory at Royal Liverpool added the Claret Jug to McIlroy's 2011 US Open and 2012 PGA Championship wins. "I feel like there's a lot more left in me," said the 25-year-old, who is "confident" of completing a Grand Slam of majors at the Masters in April. "I want be to be the guy that goes on and wins majors regularly."

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Written By: nally on 07/21/14 at 7:40 pm

OPEN GOLF

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Rory had a birdie on the 8th hole today and we're not talking about the pheasant.

Hee hee! :D

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Written By: nally on 07/21/14 at 7:43 pm

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Roger Federer takes on skier Lindsey Vonn on Swiss glacier in exhibition tennis match. Wimbledon finalist reaches new heights, 11,333 feet to be precise as he takes part in exhibition match on the Jungfraujoch mountain at the top of Europe

Looks pretty nice...

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/14 at 3:16 am

Looks pretty nice...
The ball will travel further at that high altitude.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/14 at 3:16 am

Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2014

Yesterday The Queen declares the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow open after a live show featuring a cast of 2,000 and appearances from several famous Scots.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/14 at 4:03 am

Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2014

Olympic 5,000m & 10,000m champion Mo Farah withdraws from the Commonwealth Games to continue his recovery from illness

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/14 at 4:05 am

FOOTBALL

Louis van Gaal makes a winning start as Man Utd boss with a 7-0 friendly win over LA Galaxy in front of a crowd of 86,432 in California

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Written By: nally on 07/24/14 at 7:39 pm

The ball will travel further at that high altitude.

Absolutely!

This also explains why the Colorado Rockies (Major League Baseball) tend to have high-scoring games.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/14 at 10:46 am

Absolutely!

This also explains why the Colorado Rockies (Major League Baseball) tend to have high-scoring games.
...and records were broken at the Mexico Olympics 1968

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/14 at 10:46 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton is fastest in second practice for the Hungarian Grand Prix, ahead of Mercedes team-mate Nico Rosberg

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GLASGOW 2014

Welsh 400m hurdler Rhys Williams out of Commonwealth Games after being suspended over doping violation charge

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/14 at 10:47 am

GLASGOW 2014

Scotland's Neil Fachie and Craig Maclean win gold in the Para-cycling 1,000m time trial

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/14 at 10:47 am

CYCLING

Ramunas Navardauskas wins stage 19 of the Tour de France after a breakaway as Vincenzo Nibali retains the overall lead

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/14 at 10:47 am

FOOTBALL

Southampton defender Dejan Lovren will have a medical at Liverpool over the weekend after the clubs agree a £20m move

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/14 at 10:48 am

GOLF

Bernhard Langer opened with a six-under-par 65 to take a two-stroke lead over American Bob Tway in the Senior Open Championship at Royal Porthcawl.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/14 at 10:49 am

CRICKET

Hampshire chairman Rod Bransgrove hopes England's Test against India at the Ageas Bowl will be an audition for the 2019 Ashes.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/14 at 1:35 pm

GLASGOW 2014

England's Joanna Rowsell wins cycling gold in the 3,000m individual pursuit

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/14 at 1:35 pm

GLASGOW 2014

Scotland's Neil Fachie and pilot Craig Maclean win gold in the Para-cycling 1,000m time trial

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/14 at 1:35 pm

GLASGOW 2014

England's Ben Proud wins swimming gold in the 50m butterfly in a Commonwealth Games record

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/14 at 1:36 pm

FOOTBALL

Striker Didier Drogba re-signs for Chelsea on a one-year contract

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/14 at 1:36 pm

FOOTBALL

Manchester United forward Bebe, who started only three games in four years, joins Portuguese side Benfica

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/14 at 3:29 pm

GLASGOW 2014

England win three judo gold medals and Scotland one on the second day of the Commonwealth Games

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/14 at 4:06 am

BOXING

Tyson Fury withdraws from his heavyweight fight against Alexander Ustinov after his uncle is taken into hospital

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/14 at 4:07 am

GLASGOW 2014

There are emotional scenes at the Barry Buddon Shooting Centre as England's Stewart Nangle secures qualification in second place for the 10m air pistol final, and then takes up the crutches that are a legacy of an accident some years ago, before hugging his tearful wife. His compatriot, Mick Gault, recovers from a slow start to make the final in fifth place, but Scotland's David Owen and Alan Ritchie miss out. India's Prakash Nanjappa led throughout qualifying and looks the man to beat.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/14 at 4:08 am

GLASGOW 2014

Scotland's Caroline Brown is reigning Bowls World Cup champion in singles, but she has suffered a defeat in the group stages, going down 11-7 to Australia's Kelsey Cottrell.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/14 at 6:12 am

GLASGOW 2014

NETBALL

England lose 49-48 to Australia in Pool B after Caitlin Bassett scores a late winner

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/14 at 11:54 am

BASEBALL

Struggling Korean baseball team Hanwha Eagles have introduced cheering robots to replace real fans at their stadium in a bid to improve match-day atmosphere.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/14 at 12:47 pm

HORSE RACING

Second-favourite Taghrooda wins King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes at Ascot

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/14 at 12:48 pm

FORMULA 1

Nico Rosberg is on pole position for the Hungarian Grand Prix with Lewis Hamilton 21st after an engine fire

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/14 at 12:48 pm

GLASGOW 2014

JUDO

Wales’ Natalie Powell beats England’s Gemma Gibbons to win gold in the -78kg category at the Commonwealth Games

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/14 at 12:48 pm

GLASGOW 2014

WEIGHTLIFTING

England's Zoe Smith wins -58kg gold at the Commonwealth Games, with Wales' Michaela Breeze taking bronze

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/14 at 12:49 pm

GLASGOW 2014

TRACK CYCLING

Scotland's Neil Fachie and Craig Maclean win gold in the men's sprint B2 tandem

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/14 at 12:49 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE

Hull KR ease to a comfortable 62-10 away win in Super League at bottom-of-the-table London Broncos

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/14 at 12:49 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE

German Tony Martin wins time trial as Vincenzo Nibali finishes fourth to all but seal overall victory

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/14 at 12:50 pm

Racing legend Sir Jackie Stewart's first ever race car is set to go under the hammer. The 1960 Marcos GT Xylon is being offered for sale this weekend by Silverstone Auctions. Only nine Xylons were built by Marcos, which was founded in 1959 by racer Jem Marsh and engineer Frank Costin. Sir Jackie came to drive the car in 1960 after he was invited to test the vehicle at Oulton Park. He went on to win four sports car races in the Xylon. The auction estimate is between £35,000 and £50,000. The vehicle has been in storage since production ceased at the marque's Wiltshire factory in the 1990s.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/14 at 1:34 pm

FORMULA 1

Nico Rosberg is on pole position for the Hungarian Grand Prix with Lewis Hamilton 21st after an engine fire
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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/14 at 6:44 am

GLASGOW 2014

MARATHON

Kenya's Flomena Cheyech Daniel wins gold medal ahead of compatriot Caroline Kilel in women's marathon

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/14 at 6:45 am

FOOTBALL

Arsenal complete the signing of Colombia goalkeeper David Ospina from Nice for an undisclosed fee

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/14 at 6:46 am

GLASGOW 2014

MARATHON

Australia's Michael Shelley wins gold ahead of Kenya's Stephen Chemlany in men's marathon

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/14 at 6:48 am

CRICKET

England win the toss and bat against India in the third Test at Southampton.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/14 at 6:49 am

CRICKET

England captain Alastair Cook urges Jos Buttler not to change his attacking batting style when he makes his Test debut.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/14 at 9:22 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton finishes third in a thrilling Hungarian Grand Prix after starting from the pitlane, after Daniel Ricciardo wins

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/14 at 9:25 am

FOOTBALL

French striker Loic Remy's £8.5m move from Queens Park Rangers to Liverpool is off

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/14 at 9:26 am

CRICKET

England reach 100 after Alastair Cook makes half-century in third Test

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/14 at 9:26 am

CYCLING

Dutch world champion Marianne Vos wins La Course as Britain's Lizzie Armistead suffers late fall

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/14 at 10:09 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES

England's Adam Gemili (10.15 seconds) is fastest qualifier in the men's 100m first round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/14 at 12:43 pm

CYCLING

Italian Vincenzo Nibali seals first Tour de France victory as Marcel Kittel wins final stage in Paris

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/14 at 12:44 pm

COMMONWEALTH GAMES

England's Laura Trott edges out Wales' Elinor Barker to win women's points race, Scot Katie Archibald third

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/14 at 12:45 pm

CRICKET

England reach 100 after Alastair Cook makes half-century in third Test
Gary Ballance hits century but Alastair Cook falls for 95, as England close first day on 247 for 2 in third Test against India

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/14 at 3:27 pm

COMMONWEALTH GAMES

Scotland's Erraid Davies, 13, wins bronze in the 100m breaststroke SB9

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/14 at 3:27 pm

COMMONWEALTH GAMES

Swimmers Fran Halsall (50m butterfly) and Siobhan-Marie O'Connor (200m medley) win gold for England

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/14 at 9:26 am

FOOTBALL

Teenage right-back Calum Chambers joins Arsenal from Southampton

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/14 at 9:27 am

GLASGOW 2014

Alex Marshall & Paul Foster win pairs bowls gold to give Scotland their record Commonwealth Games tally

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/14 at 9:27 am

CRICKET

On day two of the third Test as England pass 400 and Ian Bell scores a century

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/14 at 9:28 am

CRICKET

South Africa replace Australia as the top-ranked Test team courtesy of a draw with Sri Lanka that gives them a 1-0 series win

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/14 at 10:36 am

GLASGOW 2014

SQUASH

Malaysia’s Nicol David beats Laura Massaro of England 3-0 to retain her Commonwealth singles title

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/14 at 11:17 am

CRICKET

On day two of the third Test as England pass 400 and Ian Bell scores a century
England declare on 569-7 after Jos Buttler makes 85 on debut

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/14 at 11:40 am

FOOTBALL

Everton confirm signing of Bosnia-Hercegovina midfielder Muhamed Besic from Ferencvaros on a five-year deal

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/14 at 12:13 pm

GLASGOW 2014

SQUASH

England’s Nick Matthew, the world number two, beats compatriot James Willstrop 3-2 in men’s singles final to take gold

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/14 at 4:39 am

TENNIS

Serena Williams says she will be fit to defend her US Open title after recovering from the virus that ended her Wimbledon

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/14 at 4:39 am

CRICKET

Match referee at third Test warns England's Moeen Ali not to wear wristbands showing support for Gaza again

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/14 at 4:40 am

GLASGOW 2014

Olympic champion Greg Rutherford qualifies for the Commonwealth long jump final at this first attempt, leaping 8.05m

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/14 at 6:55 am

GLASGOW 2014

Nigerian weightlifting gold medallist Chika Amalaha is provisionally suspended from the Commonwealth Games for failing a drugs test

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/14 at 6:55 am

GLASGOW 2014

Defending champion Andy Turner of England crashes out of the Commonwealth 110m hurdles in the heats

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/14 at 2:25 pm

GLASGOW 2014

England's Jack Laugher wins gold in the 1m springboard diving

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/14 at 2:26 pm

CRICKET

England close in on victory over India in the third Test, reducing the tourists to 112-4 in pursuit of 445 to win

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/14 at 2:26 pm

FOOTBALL

Everton are set to sign Belgian World Cup striker Romelu Lukaku from Chelsea for a club record £23.7m

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/14 at 2:47 pm

FOOTBALL

The vanishing spray used by referees during the World Cup will be used for the first time in the Premier League this season

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/14 at 12:32 pm

GLASGOW 2014

England gymnasts Max Whitlock and Claudia Fragapane win their third gold medals of the Commonwealth Games

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/14 at 12:33 pm

GLASGOW 2014

Scotland's Daniel Keatings wins gymnastics pommel horse gold, ahead of England's Max Whitlock & Louis Smith

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/14 at 12:34 pm

GLASGOW 2014

England's Alex Dowsett wins cycling gold in the men's time trial as Wales' Geraint Thomas takes bronze

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/14 at 12:34 pm

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

England beat India by 266 runs in the third Test at Southampton to square the series at 1-1

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/14 at 12:35 pm

HORSE RACING

Cavalryman, ridden by Kieren Fallon, wins the Goodwood Cup at Glorious Goodwood

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/14 at 12:36 pm

FOOTBALL

West Ham midfielder Ravel Morrison is remanded in custody after two women were assaulted

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/14 at 8:25 am

GLASGOW 2014

England's Jack Laugher claims a second gold with victory in the men's synchronised 3m springboard final with Chris Mears

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/14 at 8:30 am

FOOTBALL

Crystal Palace sign Brede Hangeland on a free transfer after the defender left Fulham

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/14 at 8:31 am

GLASGOW 2014

England's Nicola Adams is through to the women's boxing final where she will face Northern Ireland's Michaela Walsh

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/14 at 8:31 am

GLASGOW 2014

COMING UP

Tom Daley competes in 10m diving final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/14 at 8:41 am

HORSE RACING

2012 St Leger winner Encke runner-up in first race since doping ban as Pether’s Moon wins Glorious Stakes at Goodwood

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/14 at 9:04 am

CRICKET

Fast bowler Katherine Brunt returns to the England squad after injury for one-day and T20 series with India and South Africa

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/14 at 9:05 am

GOLF

Rory McIlroy returns to the top of the world rankings after winning the WGC-Bridgestone by two strokes from Sergio Garcia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/14 at 9:05 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray confirms Amelie Mauresmo will stay on as his coach beyond this month's US Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/14 at 9:05 am

CYCLING

The death of Italian cyclist Marco Pantani will be re-examined after his family presents what it says is evidence he was murdered

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/14 at 9:06 am

DISABILITY SPORT

GB's Ellie Simmonds and Susie Rodgers win gold to defend their respective S6 and S7 400m Euro freestyle titles

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/14 at 3:35 pm

RUGBY UNION

Harlequins name Joe Marler as their new captain, replacing England skipper Chris Robshaw

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/14 at 4:08 pm

BOXING

Former European light-middleweight boxing champion Jamie Moore has been shot twice in the legs but is recovering in hospital

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/14 at 3:49 am

LATEST:

German court considers offer by F1 boss Bernie Ecclestone to pay $100m (£60m) to end bribery tria

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/14 at 3:55 am

FOOTBALL

Manchester United come from behind to beat Liverpool 3-1 in the final of their friendly tournament in the United States

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/14 at 3:56 am

TENNIS

British number one Heather Watson beats Tereza Smitkova 6-4 5-7 6-4 to reach the second round of the Rogers Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/14 at 3:57 am

England will play Test cricket at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in 2015, for the first time since their 2009 match against West Indies was abandoned after 10 balls because of the outfield.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/14 at 5:15 am

DIVING

Tom Daley's former coach Andy Banks leaves British Diving to take up a post with the Canadian team

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/14 at 5:15 am

SWIMMING

Ollie Hynd, Hannah Russell & Steph Millward win gold for GB on day two of the IPC Swimming European Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/14 at 5:29 am

CRICKET

Indian Cricket Board 'unhappy' with independent panel's verdict in Anderson-Jadeja 'shoving' case but has not asked ICC to appeal

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/14 at 8:52 am

FOOTBALL

Jack Rodwell joins Sunderland from Manchester City on a five-year deal for a fee reported to be in the region of £10m

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/14 at 8:52 am

FOOTBALL

Barcelona and Spain midfielder Xavi announces his retirement from international football at the age of 34

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/14 at 9:11 am

FOOTBALL

Northampton Town sign Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Jordan Archer on loan until the January transfer window. Archer, 21, has yet to play for the Spurs first team, but spent a lengthy spell on loan at Wycombe Wanderers in 2012-13, making 27 appearances.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/14 at 10:42 am

RUGBY UNION

Wales' hopes of reaching the Women's World Cup semi-finals are over after their 25-3 defeat by Australia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/14 at 12:47 pm

RUGBY UNION

Ireland pull off a shock 17-14 win over defending champions New Zealand in the Women's Rugby World Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/14 at 12:47 pm

CRICKET

Dhawal Kulkarni, Sanju Samson and Karn Sharma are included in India's limited-overs squad to face England later this month

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/14 at 12:48 pm

SWIMMING

Sascha Kindred, Susie Rodgers, Ollie Hynd, Hannah Russell & Steph Millward make it five IPC European gold medals for GB

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/14 at 12:49 pm

RUGBY UNION

England beat Spain 45-5 in their second Women's Rugby World Cup group game

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/14 at 4:44 am

ATHLETICS

English runner Andy Vernon apologises to Commonwealth Games silver medallist Lynsey Sharp after a Twitter row

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/14 at 4:44 am

FOOTBALL

Bayern Munich announce that they have agreed a deal to sign Liverpool goalkeeper Pepe Reina

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/14 at 4:45 am

GOLF

Tiger Woods is given an extension until 10 minutes before his tee time to declare himself fit to play at Thursday's US PGA

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/14 at 4:55 am

CRICKET

The ICC will not appeal against an independent panel's decision to clear England bowler James Anderson of a misconduct charge

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Written By: Paul on 08/07/14 at 6:24 am

Speaking of cricket, what the bloody hell's going on at Old Trafford? :o

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/14 at 6:32 am

Speaking of cricket, what the bloody hell's going on at Old Trafford? :o
It was a miracle!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/14 at 8:02 am

Speaking of cricket, what the bloody hell's going on at Old Trafford? :o

It was a miracle!
The miracle continues with India taking lunch on 43-5 on the first day of the final Test against England at The Oval.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/14 at 8:15 am

FOOTBALL

Striker Diafra Sakho signs a four-year contract at West Ham after they agree an undisclosed deal with French side FC Metz

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/14 at 8:15 am

The miracle continues with India taking lunch on 43-5 on the first day of the final Test against England at The Oval.
The weather is gloomy, so that will help the bowling side.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/14 at 8:19 am

FOOTBALL

Man City forward Sergio Aguero signs a new five-year contract with the Premier League champions

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/14 at 8:38 am

The weather is gloomy, so that will help the bowling side.
India are 6 wickets down now, and the floodlights are on.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/14 at 12:16 pm

ATHLETICS

Martyn Rooney wins 400m gold at European Championships, with fellow Briton Matthew Hudson-Smith second

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/14 at 12:17 pm

India are 6 wickets down now, and the floodlights are on.
England bowl India out for 148 on the opening day of the final Test at The Oval

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/14 at 12:19 pm

ATHLETICS

Britain's Christine Ohuruogu finishes fourth in 400m at the European Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/14 at 3:36 am

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray loses to world number three Roger Federer in the quarter-finals of the Western & Southern Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/14 at 3:36 am

CRICKET

England wicketkeeper Matt Prior will have Achilles surgery on 4 September and anticipates a four-month recovery period

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/14 at 3:37 am

ATHLETICS

Britain's Adam Gemili wins gold in the men's 200m at the European Championships in Zurich

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/14 at 3:37 am

FOOTBALL

Everton midfielder Ross Barkley will have a scan this weekend after sustaining an injury in training on Friday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/14 at 3:38 am

England bowl India out for 148 on the opening day of the final Test at The Oval
England reach 62-0 after dismissing India for 148 on the opening day of the final Test at The Oval

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/14 at 3:38 am

FOOTBALL

The Premier League season gets under way on Saturday following a record summer of transfer spending in England's top league.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/14 at 1:38 pm

CRICKET:

England reach 385-7, a first-innings lead of 237 over India, after two days of final Test

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/17/14 at 6:48 am

BOXING

Britain's Kell Brook beats Shawn Porter by majority decision to win IBF Welterweight title

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TENNIS

World number three Roger Federer will face Spaniard David Ferrer in the Western and Southern Open final in Cincinnati

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/17/14 at 6:56 am

CRICKET:

England reach 385-7, a first-innings lead of 237 over India, after two days of final Test
India 9-2 at lunch - trail England by 329. Rain prompts early lunch

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/17/14 at 8:33 am

MOTOGP

Honda rider Dani Pedrosa wins the Czech Republic MotoGP to deny Marc Marquez a record 11th race victory in a row

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/17/14 at 1:34 pm

India 9-2 at lunch - trail England by 329. Rain prompts early lunch
England rout India by an innings and 244 runs in the final Test at The Oval to complete a 3-1 series triumph.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/17/14 at 1:35 pm

ATHLETICS

Mo Farah, Greg Rutherford and the relays help Britain to a record 12 gold medals at the European Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/17/14 at 1:39 pm

RUGBY UNION

England win the Women's Rugby World Cup after a 21-9 victory over Canada in Paris

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/17/14 at 3:22 pm

TENNIS

World number one Serena Williams beats Ana Ivanovic in straight sets to win the Cincinnati title for the first time

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/17/14 at 3:23 pm

FOOTBALL

Daniel Sturridge says Liverpool can be stronger without former strike partner Luis Suarez after the win over Southampton

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/17/14 at 3:23 pm

ATHLETICS

UK Athletics' performance director Neil Black says Britain can have global success after their record Zurich medal haul

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/17/14 at 3:24 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Hearts beat Hibs in the Edinburgh derby with goals from Sam Nicholson and Prince Buaben at Tynecastle

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/19/14 at 6:43 am

SNOOKER

Former World Championship finalist Ali Carter plans to return to the sport after having chemotherapy for lung cancer

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/19/14 at 6:44 am

DISABILITY SPORT

GB's Samantha Kinghorn wins gold in the T53 400m at the IPC Athletics European Championships in Swansea

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/14 at 2:48 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Spurs fight back from a goal down to take a 2-1 advantage in their Europa League play-off tie against AEL Limassol

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/14 at 2:48 pm

FOOTBALL

QPR complete the signing of Chile forward Eduardo Vargas on a season-long loan from Napoli

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/14 at 2:48 pm

SWIMMING

Jazz Carlin wins 800m freestyle gold for Britain at the European Championships in Berlin

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/14 at 2:49 pm

GOLF

Rory McIlroy cards 74 in the first round of The Barclays, leaving the world number one eight shots off the lead

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/14 at 2:49 pm

TENNIS

Andy Murray will play Robin Haase in the US Open first round and could meet Novak Djokovic in the last eight

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/14 at 2:49 pm

DISABILITY SPORT

GB's Maria Lyle, 14, wins the T35 200m to claim her second gold at the IPC Athletics European Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/14 at 3:23 am

TENNIS

Britain's James Ward beats Vincent Millot 6-4 6-4 in the second round of US Open qualifying

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/14 at 3:26 am

FOOTBALL

Liverpool could sign Mario Balotelli after £16m bid accepted

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/14 at 3:29 am

WOMEN'S FOOTBALL

England qualify for women's World Cup with 4-0 win over Wales

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/14 at 4:44 am

FORMULA 1

Nico Rosberg edges Mercedes team-mate Lewis Hamilton to set the pace in Belgian Grand Prix first practice

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/14 at 4:44 am

FOOTBALL

FA announces England Women to play Germany on 23 November in their first international at the new Wembley

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/14 at 4:44 am

FORMULA 1

Max Chilton will race at this weekend’s Belgian Grand Prix following the resolution of a dispute with his Marussia team

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/14 at 4:45 am

FOOTBALL

The League Managers' Association has apologised for the wording of its statement defending Malky Mackay over allegations that he sent text messages of an offensive nature.

It originally said two text messages sent by Mackay were "disrespectful of other cultures" but defended them as "friendly text message banter".

That had provoked widespread criticism from anti-discrimination campaigners.

The Football Association is investigating Mackay's comments.

More to follow.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/14 at 6:14 am

FORMULA 1

Bernie Ecclestone tells the BBC he intends to continue running Formula 1 for as long as he can

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/14 at 6:23 am

FOOTBALL

West Brom confirm signing of former Celtic striker Georgios Samaras on a two-year deal

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/14 at 7:43 am

SWIMMING

Glasgow is chosen as host for the 2018 European Aquatics Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/14 at 7:43 am

BOXING

Olympic and Commonwealth champion Nicola Adams to miss World Championships in November because of shoulder injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/14 at 7:44 am

FOOTBALL

The League Managers' Association has apologised for the wording of its statement defending Malky Mackay over allegations that he sent text messages of an offensive nature.

It originally said two text messages sent by Mackay were "disrespectful of other cultures" but defended them as "friendly text message banter".

That had provoked widespread criticism from anti-discrimination campaigners.

The Football Association is investigating Mackay's comments.

More to follow.
Cardiff City call for resignation of League Managers' Association chief Richard Bevan

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/14 at 9:34 am

FORMULA 1

Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton finishes fastest in second practice for the Belgian Grand Prix

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/14 at 2:59 pm

SWIMMING

Britain's Adam Peaty breaks the 50m breaststroke world record at the European Championships in Berlin

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/14 at 6:34 am

FOOTBALL

Roy Hodgson names Man Utd striker Wayne Rooney as his new England captain

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/14 at 6:37 am

ATHLETICS

Britain's European champions James Dasaolu and Adam Gemili are set for a 100m showdown at Thursday's Diamond League

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/14 at 6:46 am

FOOTBALL

Roy Hodgson names Man Utd striker Wayne Rooney as his new England captain
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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/14 at 8:52 am

FOOTBALL

Uncapped quartet Calum Chambers, Jack Colback, Fabian Delph & Danny Rose are called up to the England squad

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/14 at 8:53 am

GOLF

Stephen Gallacher targets a top-two finish at the Italian Open in Turin to qualify for Europe's Ryder Cup team

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/14 at 2:57 pm

ATHLETICS

Jamaica's Kemar Bailey-Cole wins the 100m at the Diamond League; GB's James Dasaolu third and Adam Gemili fifth

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/14 at 2:57 pm

FOOTBALL

Leeds United sack manager David Hockaday after only six matches in charge

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/14 at 2:58 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Liverpool are drawn with defending champions Real Madrid in Group B of the Champions League

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/14 at 3:19 pm

On Wednesday in the US state of California, a class-action lawsuit was filed against against Fifa, US Soccer and the American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO), regarding the three governing bodies’ monitoring and handling of head injuries sustained in the game

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/14 at 2:08 am

CRICKET

Kent complete the semi-final line-up of the One-Day Cup by beating Gloucestershire by 24 runs

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/14 at 2:08 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Super League results:
Hull FC 28-0 Hull KR
Leeds 12-13 St Helens
Widnes 24-10 Wigan

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/14 at 2:10 am

CYCLING

Chris Froome moves to within 20 seconds of the lead after recovering from an early crash during stage seven at the Vuelta a Espana

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/14 at 2:10 am

FOOTBALL

Benjamin Stambouli is set to have a medical at Tottenham after Montpellier announce a deal has been agreed for the midfielder

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/14 at 2:13 am

TENNIS

Roger Federer and Maria Sharapova enjoy straight sets wins in the US Open but Venus Williams and Simona Halep go out

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/14 at 2:13 am

GOLF

Ian Poulter insists his mind is not on the Ryder Cup after shooting 67 in the opening round of the Deutsche Bank Championship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/14 at 4:23 am

FOOTBALL

Man Utd agree a fee with Ajax for versatile Netherlands international Daley Blind

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/14 at 4:23 am

EQUESTRIAN

British showjumper Ben Maher will miss the World Equestrian Games after his horse, Cella, picked up an injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/14 at 6:23 am

FOOTBALL

Denmark defender Daniel Agger joins his former club Brondby from Liverpool for an undisclosed fee

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/14 at 8:23 am

ROWING

Helen Glover and Heather Stanning break the women's pairs world record to win their first World Championships gold

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/14 at 10:29 am

MOTOGP

World champion and championship leader Marc Marquez claims pole for the British MotoGP at Silverstone on Sunday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/14 at 10:30 am

Kent complete the semi-final line-up of the One-Day Cup by beating Gloucestershire by 24 runs.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/14 at 11:17 am

CYCLING

Britain's Chris Froome remains 20 seconds behind overall leader Alejandro Valverde after stage eight of Vuelta a Espana

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/14 at 12:49 pm

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray plays Andrey Kuznetsov in the US Open third round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/14 at 2:09 pm

TENNIS

Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova becomes the latest shock exit at the US Open, losing to qualifier Aleksandra Krunic

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/14 at 2:35 pm

GOLF

Richie Ramsay moves into contention at the Italian Open, but Stephen Gallacher retains a chance of Ryder Cup qualification

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/14 at 11:28 am

FOOTBALL

Borussia Dortmund announce signing of Manchester Utd midfielder Shinji Kagawa on four-year deal

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/14 at 11:29 am

FOOTBALL

QPR striker Loic Remy signs for Chelsea on a four-year deal

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/14 at 11:29 am

CYCLING

Britain's Chris Froome loses 23 seconds on leader Nairo Quintana after stage nine of the Vuelta a Espana

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/14 at 11:30 am

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

Zimbabwe beat Australia by three wickets in first ODI win over tourists since 1983

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/14 at 11:31 am

EQUESTRIAN

Great Britain take team gold and individual silver at the World Equestrian Games in Normandy

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/14 at 11:31 am

GOLF

Scotland's Stephen Gallacher finishes third at the Italian Open and narrowly fails to qualify automatically for the Ryder Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/14 at 11:32 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Celtic go four games in a row without a win after unbeaten Dundee hold champions to a draw at Dens Park

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/14 at 11:33 am

MOTOGP

Championship leader Marc Marquez makes it 11 wins out of 12 at the British MotoGP at Silverstone

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/14 at 11:30 am

RUGBY UNION

Jonathan Sexton could miss Ireland's autumn internationals after breaking his jaw while playing for Racing Metro

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/14 at 3:13 am

TENNIS

Serena Williams, Ekaterina Makarova and Japan's Kei Nishikori reach US Open semi-finals in New York

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/14 at 3:13 am

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

England beat South Africa by 42 runs in the second women's T20 international

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/14 at 3:13 am

INTERNATIONAL FOOTBALL

Wayne Rooney's second-half penalty gives England a 1-0 victory over Norway in a poorly attended match at Wembley

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/14 at 3:14 am

INTERNATIONAL FOOTBALL

The Republic of Ireland warm up for their opening European Championship qualifier in Georgia with a 2-0 win over Oman

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/14 at 3:14 am

INTERNATIONAL FOOTBALL

Angel Di Maria sets up three goals and scores one as Argentina beat world champions Germany 4-2 in a friendly

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/14 at 3:14 am

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray loses 7-6 (7-1) 6-7 (1-7) 6-2 6-4 to Novak Djokovic in the US Open quarter-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/14 at 7:52 am

BOXING

Sheffield's IBF welterweight champion Kell Brook is in a stable condition in hospital after being stabbed on holiday in Tenerife

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/14 at 9:15 am

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

Zimbabwe are struggling in pursuit of 272 in their one-day international against South Africa at Harare. The hosts are currently 110-4 after 28 overs, with skipper Brendan Taylor unbeaten on 24. With Zimbabwe having failed to chase down the target in 25 overs, South Africa's place in the tri-series final against Australia is now assured.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/14 at 9:26 am

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/14 at 10:55 am

RUGBY UNION

Ireland fly-half Jonathan Sexton will rejoin Leinster from Racing Metro for the 2015/16 season

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/14 at 10:55 am

FOOTBALL

Manchester United defender Marcos Rojo granted visa and is available to face QPR on 14 September

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/14 at 10:56 am

CYCLING

Mark Cavendish has been left out of the Great Britain squad for the Road World Championships in Spain later this month. The 2011 world champion, who needed shoulder surgery after crashing on the opening stage of the Tour de France in Harrogate, is considered ill-equipped for the hilly Ponferrada road-race course, which features 28 climbs in 254.8 kilometres. The eight-man British team for the event, which begins on September 28, includes 2013 Tour de France champion Chris Froome, and Commonwealth Games gold medallist Geraint Thomas. Lizzie Armitstead, the women's Commonwealth champion, is to lead a team of six a day earlier on a route half the distance of the men's.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/14 at 12:19 pm

CYCLING

Germany's John Degenkolb holds off Belgium's Tom Boonen to claim a third sprint stage victory in the Vuelta a Espana

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/14 at 2:50 pm

EQUESTRIAN

Netherlands win team showjumping gold at the World Equestrian Games as GB's Scott Brash pulls out of the event

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/14 at 3:28 am

TENNIS

Roger Federer fights back from two sets down against Gael Monfils to win a thrilling five-set US Open quarter-final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/14 at 3:29 am

FOOTBALL

England manager Roy Hodgson defends his angry response to criticism of the performance against Norway at Wembley

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/14 at 3:29 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Warrington score seven tries to stop St Helens from winning the League Leaders' Shield for the first time since 2008

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/14 at 3:29 am

TENNIS

Marin Cilic beats sixth seed Tomas Berdych in straight sets to reach men's semi-finals at the US Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/14 at 3:30 am

FOOTBALL

International friendlies results:

Belgium 2-0 Australia
France 1-0 Spain
Italy 2-0 Netherlands
Sweden 2-0 Estonia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/14 at 3:30 am

EQUESTRIAN

Netherlands win team showjumping gold at the World Equestrian Games as GB's Scott Brash pulls out of the event

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/14 at 3:31 am

CYCLING

Germany's John Degenkolb holds off Belgium's Tom Boonen to claim a third sprint stage victory in the Vuelta a Espana

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/14 at 4:23 am

INTERATIONAL CRICKET

India win the toss and choose to bowl first against England at Headingley in the final one-day international of their series

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/14 at 5:12 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton is fastest in first practice for the Italian Grand Prix, ahead of McLaren’s Jenson Button

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/14 at 9:05 am

FORMULA 1

Nico Rosberg is fastest in second practice for the Italian Grand Prix after Lewis Hamilton suffers a technical problem

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/14 at 9:06 am

FOOTBALL

England striker Daniel Sturridge is sent for a scan after he is injured in training

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/14 at 9:08 am

INTERATIONAL CRICKET

India win the toss and choose to bowl first against England at Headingley in the final one-day international of their series
Joe Root hits 113 as England make 294-7 in the final match of the ODI series against India

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/14 at 9:09 am

BOXING

Carl Frampton weighs in five ounces heavier than champion Kiko Martinez for their IBF super-bantamweight title fight on Saturday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/14 at 11:33 am

FOOTBALL

Newcastle United could be without Siem de Jong for a number of months as the forward suffers a thigh injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/14 at 11:34 am

FOOTBALL

Chelsea striker Diego Costa withdraws from Spain squad with hamstring injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/14 at 11:34 am

MODERN PENTATHLON

Samantha Murray becomes fourth British woman to win world championship after winning title in Poland

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/14 at 12:00 pm

CRICKET

England beat India to win final match of one-day series by 41 runs

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/14 at 8:54 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Serbia's match with Albania is abandoned as a drone carrying a political message sparks clashes on the pitch.

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Written By: nally on 10/14/14 at 10:43 pm

NHL 2014-15 regular season is starting tonight. Go Kings! (from my pointofview anyways)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/14 at 2:57 am

FOOTBALL

League Two York City appoint former S(I_am_a_loser_who_has_no_respect_for_women)horpe United boss Russ Wilcox as manager

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/14 at 3:07 am

FORMULA 1

Marussia are "shocked and angered" by reports from some media outlets that suggest Jules Bianchi did not slow down under caution flags at the Japanese GP. Bianchi, 25, is in hospital with severe head injuries after he crashed in wet conditions at the same point where Adrian Sutil had spun off a lap before. Marussia also deny claims they told Bianchi to go faster during the caution period to keep a rival behind.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/14 at 4:03 am

CYCLING

Mark Cavendish will compete on the track at November's Gent Six Day event in an attempt to recover full fitness after dislocating his shoulder in July.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/14 at 6:30 am

RUGBY UNION

Wasps confirm that their first game at the Ricoh Arena will be the Premiership meeting with London Irish on Sunday, 21 December

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/14 at 7:56 am

FOOTBALL

UEFA opens disciplinary cases against Serbian and Albanian FAs after players clashed in their Euro 2016 qualifier

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/14 at 8:35 pm

GOLF

Martin Kaymer beats Bubba Watson in a play-off to win the Grand Slam of Golf after both finish six under par

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/14 at 8:35 pm

FOOTBALL

The Government is "really concerned" about the rising cost of tickets, and has asked football clubs to review their pricing

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/14 at 8:35 pm

GOLF

Graeme McDowell begins the defence of his World Match Play title by beating France's Alexander Levy 3&2

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/14 at 8:36 pm

FORMULA 1

Fernando Alonso is leaving Ferrari at the end of the season, the company's former president Luca Di Montezemolo confirms

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/16/14 at 6:55 am

FOOTBALL

UEFA opens disciplinary cases against Serbian and Albanian FAs after players clashed in their Euro 2016 qualifier
Albania's players were left "emotionally shaken" by the "racist violence" in Serbia, says the country's FA

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/16/14 at 6:55 am

CYCLING

Great Britain's men and women qualify fastest for Thursday's team pursuit semi-finals in Guadeloupe

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/17/14 at 8:25 am

ATHLETICS

The sentencing hearing for Oscar Pistorius, who was found guilty of culpable homicide in September, is adjourned until Tuesday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/17/14 at 8:26 am

CRICKET

India will host a one-day series against Sri Lanka in November after West Indies end their tour early over a pay dispute

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/17/14 at 8:27 am

FOOTBALL

Ex-Sheffield United striker Ched Evans is released from prison after serving half of a five-year sentence for rape

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/17/14 at 8:28 am

ATHLETICS

US sprinter Justin Gatlin, who has served two drugs bans, fails to make the three-man shortlist for World Athlete of the Year

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/14 at 4:38 am

FOOTBALL

Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge, who has not played since 3 September, could be out for a further four weeks with a calf injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/14 at 4:38 am

FOOTBALL

PSG's Edinson Cavani is sent off against Lens for a sniper celebration & then touching the referee in protest

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/14 at 4:39 am

HORSE RACING

Estimate, owned by the Queen, is among the runners on Ascot Champions Day - Britain's richest raceday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/14 at 4:41 am

CRICKET

West Indies have pulled out of their India tour after a day of confusion and conflicting statements from both sides. India's board said it was "shocked and disappointed" after being told by the West Indies board that its players would be leaving after Friday's one-day game because of a pay dispute. The West Indies board initially denied making a decision to end the tour but later confirmed the news.

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CRICKET

West Indies have pulled out of their India tour after a day of confusion and conflicting statements from both sides. India's board said it was "shocked and disappointed" after being told by the West Indies board that its players would be leaving after Friday's one-day game because of a pay dispute. The West Indies board initially denied making a decision to end the tour but later confirmed the news.
India will instead play Sri Lanka in a five-match one-day series in November.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/14 at 12:58 am

GOLF

Finland's Mikko Ilonen defeated world number five Henrik Stenson 3&1 to win the World Match Play at the London Club in Kent.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/14 at 1:01 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray comes from a set down to beat David Ferrer in the final of the Vienna Open and move up to eighth in world.

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Written By: nally on 10/20/14 at 3:34 pm

NFL: Reports are circulating that the Rams may move back to Los Angeles. The team left the city 20 years ago, along with the Raiders, leaving L.A. without a franchise all this time.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/14 at 4:33 am

FOOTBALL

Senzo Meyiwa, the captain and goalkeeper of South Africa's national football team, has died after being shot by intruders at his girlfriend's home, police say.

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Written By: nally on 10/27/14 at 8:43 am

NHL hockey: The defending Stanley Cup champion L.A. Kings have a perfect record in their first 6 home games (6-0-0).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/29/14 at 12:16 am

TENNIS

Novak Djokovic returned to action for the first time since becoming a father with a straight-sets win over Philipp Kohlschreiber at the Paris Masters. The Serb, 27, won 6-3 6-4 seven days after his wife Jelena gave birth to their first child, Stefan.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/31/14 at 6:17 am

CYCLING

Austria's Matthias Brandle has set a new hour world record of 51.850km at Switzerland's Aigle Velodrome. The 24-year-old eclipsed the previous record set by Germany's Jens Voigt last month by more than 700m. "I knew after 30 minutes that I was going to succeed," said Brandle, the three-time Austrian time-trial champion. "Halfway through, things became more complicated and I started to feel pain. I am very happy with the result." Voigt set 51.115km on 18 September. Britain's Sir Bradley Wiggins has set his sights on breaking the record next year. In addition, Essex-born cyclist Alex Dowsett and Switzerland's multiple time-trial world champion Fabian Cancellara have also expressed an interest in attempting it.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/01/14 at 1:43 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray's winning run came to an end with a straight-sets defeat by world number one Novak Djokovic in the quarter-finals of the Paris Masters. The Briton, seeking his 12th win in a row, lost 7-5 6-2 against the defending champion in one hour and 41 minutes.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/01/14 at 3:53 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton fastest in second practice for the United States Grand Prix despite suffering a problem with his car in the latter stages

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/01/14 at 6:46 am

GOLF

Lee Westwood posts a hole-in-one in a second round 65 to move into third, three shots behind Billy Hurley III, in Kuala Lumpur.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/02/14 at 7:09 am

CRICKET

Pakistan's Misbah-ul-Haq equals the 56-ball record for the fastest Test century after becoming the quickest to reach 50

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/14 at 4:02 am

HORSE RACING

Officials introduce new safety measures at Flemington Racecourse after the "freak" death of Araldo at the Melbourne Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/14 at 5:01 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Borussia Dortmund ease into the last 16 of the Champions League with an emphatic 4-1 victory over Galatasaray

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Written By: nally on 11/18/14 at 7:33 am

MLB offseason news: Giancarlo Stanton of the Miami Marlins agrees on a 13-year contract extension. This deal is good through what, 2027? :o

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/14 at 12:52 am

BOXING

Manny Pacquiao retained his WBO welterweight belt by scoring a unanimous decision against Chris Algieri in Macau Saturday night. Pacquiao knocked Algieri down six times during the fight and had him nearly out on his feet a couple times but Algieri withstood the onslaught and lasted the full 12 rounds.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/27/14 at 12:12 am

CRICKET

Australia Test batsman Phil Hughes dies in hospital, two days after being hit on the head by a ball during a match at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/14 at 3:55 am

FOOTBALL

Africa's top-ranked nation Algeria are drawn against Ghana, Senegal & South Africa at the 2015 Nations Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/14 at 3:55 am

CRICKET

Alastair Cook faces a suspension if England are found guilty of a slow over-rate during their one-day win in Sri Lanka

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/14 at 8:56 pm

ATHLETICS

Jenny Meadows says claims of cheating among Russian athletes would be "biggest doping scandal of all time" if true.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/05/14 at 5:48 am

RUGBY UNION

An all-Ireland bid will be made to host the 2023 Rugby World Cup, the Irish and Northern Irish governments announce

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/05/14 at 5:50 am

CRICKET

Australia captain Michael Clarke is on course to be fit for the first Test against India, despite a hamstring injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/06/14 at 3:10 am

FOOTBALL

Non-league Blyth Spartans beat League Two side Hartlepool 2-1 in the FA Cup second round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/06/14 at 5:56 am

CRICKET

Vice-captain Brad Haddin says the Australia team will need fans' support for an emotional first Test v India next week

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/14 at 5:31 am

HOCKEY

England men beat Pakistan 8-2 in their Champions Trophy group game in India

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/14 at 8:05 pm

ATHLETICS

Lord Coe has admitted that allegations of systematic doping in Russian athletics are damaging the sport

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/09/14 at 1:55 am

FOOTBALL

Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal admits his side were "lucky" to beat Southampton 2-1 at St Mary's

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/09/14 at 1:55 am

CRICKET

New South Wales paceman Sean Abbott plays for first time since Phillip Hughes died from his delivery

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/09/14 at 1:56 am

TENNIS

Multiple Grand Slam winner Martina Navratilova joins the coaching team of Polish world number six Agnieszka Radwanska

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/09/14 at 1:56 am

ATHLETICS

Lord Coe has admitted that allegations of systematic doping in Russian athletics are damaging the sport

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/09/14 at 1:58 am

CRICKET

Australia are playing India in the delayed first Test in Adelaide, in an emotion-charged game following the death of batsman Phillip Hughes.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/11/14 at 2:42 am

CRICKET

India close day three of the first Test in Adelaide on 369-5, replying to Australia's 517-7 declared

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/13/14 at 10:15 pm

CRICKET

Alastair Cook says he will still be England captain into next year despite losing a fourth successive one-day series.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/13/14 at 10:15 pm

CRICKET

Australia captain Michael Clarke says his career could be over after he suffers a new hamstring injury against India.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/14/14 at 3:21 am

BOXING

Britain's Amir Khan defends his WBC Silver welterweight title with a unanimous decision against Devon Alexander in Las Vegas

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/14/14 at 9:30 pm

Lewis Hamilton is the BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2014, with golfer Rory McIlroy second and athlete Jo Pavey third.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/14/14 at 9:31 pm

HORSE RACING

Former champion jockey Jamie Spencer reverses his retirement decision and will continue racing in 2015

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/14/14 at 9:53 pm

Real Madrid and Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo claims the BBC's 2014 Overseas Sports Personality award.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/14/14 at 10:10 pm

CRICKET

Kumar Sangakkara leads Sri Lanka to a 4-2 one-day series victory over England on a miserable day for Alastair Cook.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/15/14 at 1:30 am

CRICKET

Steve Smith will captain Australia for the rest of the Test series against India, Cricket Australia has announced. He replaces Michael Clarke who suffered a serious hamstring injury during the first Test in Adelaide two days ago.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/15/14 at 5:50 pm

FOOTBALL

Reading sack manager Nigel Adkins after 20 months in charge of the Championship club

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/15/14 at 5:51 pm

FOOTBALL

Chesterfield are ordered to replay their FA Cup second-round tie at MK Dons after fielding an ineligible player

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/16/14 at 1:04 am

Olympics

Researchers in Brazil discover a "super-bacteria" in the sea waters where sailing and windsurfing events will be held during the 2016 Olympics.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/16/14 at 1:56 am

FOOTBALL

Former Arsenal and France striker Thierry Henry retires from football aged 37 ending a career of 20 years in the game.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/16/14 at 2:06 am

GOLF

Rory McIlroy has called for a faster version of golf in a bid to attract young players to the sport. Sport England figures show that the number of 16-25-year-olds playing the game regularly almost halved between 2009-10 and 2012-13. "Everything's so instant now and everyone doesn't have as much time as they used to," world number one McIlroy told BBC Radio 4. "So you maybe try some way of speeding the game up." Northern Ireland's McIlroy, who won the Open and the US PGA in 2014, added: "The viewership in golf is up but the participation is down. "People enjoy watching the game but gone are the days that you could spend five or six hours on a golf course."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/17/14 at 6:23 am

CRICKET

Murali Vijay's century puts India in a commanding position on day one of the second Test against Australia in Brisbane

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/29/14 at 9:09 pm

FOOTBALL

West Brom sack manager Alan Irvine after seven defeats in nine games leaves the Baggies 16th in the Premier League.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/29/14 at 9:10 pm

CRICKET

New Zealand beat Sri Lanka by eight wickets to win five Tests in a calendar year for the first time. Captain Brendan McCullum broke his own record for the fastest century scored by a New Zealander (74 balls) as they posted 441 on day one. Sri Lanka scored 138 in their first innings but Dimuth Karunaratne's maiden Test ton saw them reach 407 following on as they set New Zealand 105 to win. Ross Taylor (39) and Kane Williamson (31) guided the home side to victory.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/29/14 at 9:29 pm

AMERICAN FOOTBALL

San Francisco 49ers' Jim Harbaugh is one of four NFL coaches to leave their posts

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/30/14 at 6:28 am

CRICKET

India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni has retired from Test cricket. The 33-year-old, who made his debut in 2005 and was captain for 60 of his 90 Tests, quit after India drew the third Test against Australia on Tuesday. Dhoni has retired from Tests "in order to concentrate" on the 50 over and Twenty20 formats, with India's one-day World Cup defence starting in February.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/30/14 at 8:07 pm

FORMULA 1

Formula 1 driver Jules Bianchi is receiving a "very painstaking programme of rehabilitation therapy"

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/30/14 at 8:08 pm

FOOTBALL

"Every club knows that Gareth Bale will never leave Real Madrid" - says president Florentino Perez

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/01/15 at 8:53 pm

DARTS

Defending champion Michael van Gerwen beats Robert Thornton 5-2 to reach the semi-finals of the PDC World Championship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/01/15 at 8:57 pm

FOOTBALL

Tottenham beat Premier League leaders Chelsea 5-3 to allow Manchester City to go joint top of the table

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Written By: nally on 01/02/15 at 1:55 am

Rose Bowl: #3 Oregon Ducks trounced the #2 Florida State Seminoles, 59-20.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/02/15 at 2:25 am

FOOTBALL

Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard will leave the Anfield club when his contract expires at the end of the season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/02/15 at 5:51 am

CRICKET

England all-rounder Ben Stokes joins Australian Big Bash League side Melbourne Renegades to replace the injured Jesse Ryder

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Written By: nally on 01/06/15 at 11:08 pm

MLB Hall Of Fame 2015:

The following four players were elected to the National Baseball Hall Of Fame, Class of 2015:

Randy Johnson
Pedro Martinez
John Smoltz
Craig Biggio

They will be inducted this July.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/10/15 at 6:50 am

TENNIS

US Open champion Marin Cilic withdraws from the Australian Open because of a shoulder injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/10/15 at 6:50 am

TENNIS

US Open champion Marin Cilic withdraws from the Australian Open because of a shoulder injury
When does the Australian Open begin?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/13/15 at 8:13 am

TENNIS

Juan Martin Del Potro wins on his return from the career-threatening wrist injury that kept him out for almost a year.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/15 at 4:50 am

FOOTBALL

Swansea City criticise Ivory Coast for saying striker Wilfried Bony's £28m move to Manchester City has been completed.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/15 at 5:44 am

CYCLING

Britain's Alex Dowsett breaks his collarbone in a training crash, putting his hour record bid on 27 February under threat

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/15 at 5:58 am

CRICKET

Ian Bell hits 187 as England beat a Prime Minister's XI by 60 runs in their final tour game before the one-day tri-series

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/15 at 8:13 pm

SNOOKER

Joe Perry beats Ding Junhui and Mark Allen beats John Higgins in the first round of the Masters

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/15 at 12:47 am

CRICKET

Australia fast bowler Brett Lee will retire from all forms of the game at the end of the current Big Bash tournament

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/15 at 12:54 am

TENNIS

Briton Heather Watson reaches the third WTA semi-final of her career, beating Roberta Vinci 7-6 (7-0) 6-2 at the Hobart International

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/15 at 7:53 pm

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray faces a qualifier in round one of the Australian Open, while Heather Watson takes on Tsvetana Pironkova.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/15 at 10:59 pm

FOOTBALL

Former France international David Ginola says he will run against Sepp Blatter for the Fifa presidency

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/15 at 10:59 pm

FOOTBALL

Former France international David Ginola says he will run against Sepp Blatter for the Fifa presidency
He has my vote!

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Written By: nally on 01/15/15 at 11:03 pm

MLB:

The San Diego Padres will host the 2016 All-Star Game. This will be the first time that the game will be played at Petco Park, and the third time that the Padres franchise will host the game. The last time was in 1992, at the Padres' old stadium, Qualcomm Stadium (which still serves as the home ballpark of NFL's San Diego Chargers).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/15 at 11:20 pm

SNOOKER

World number one Neil Robertson beats Ali Carter 6-1 in the quarter-finals of the Masters in London

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/16/15 at 2:15 am

CRICKET

Surrey sign world number one Test batsman, Sri Lanka’s Kumar Sangakkara

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/16/15 at 5:00 am

CRICKET

A David Warner hundred led Australia to a comfortable tri-series victory over an England side who were saved from embarrassment by Eoin Morgan. Reduced to 0-2 in three balls, England were taken to 234 by Morgan's century. In the first one-day international since he replaced Alastair Cook as captain, Morgan made 121 while the rest of his team managed 93 between them. Warner then dominated the chase, making 127 as Australia won by three wickets with 10.1 overs to spare.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/16/15 at 7:14 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Rangers v Hearts abandoned in the first half because of the snowy conditions at Ibrox

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/15 at 4:03 am

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray will face Yuki Bhambri in Australian Open first round after Indian comes through qualifying

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/15 at 5:54 am

BASKETBALL
When Arroyo Valley High girls beat Bloomington High 161-2, winning coach Michael Anderson could have been forgiven for reflecting on a good win. But his delight was short-lived after he was handed a two-match suspension after accusations the manner of the victory in California was unsporting. "The game just got away from me," Anderson told the San Bernardino Sun. "I didn't expect them to be that bad." Bloomington High coach Dale Chung said Anderson "knows what he did is wrong". Chung says Arroyo Valley used a full-court press for the entire first half to lead 104-1 at half-time, although Anderson countered that he did not use any of his starting players in the second half. "People shouldn't feel sorry for my team," Chung said. "They should feel sorry for his team, which isn't learning the game the right way." Anderson, whose team had won four previous games by at least 70 points, has already served one game of his ban - in which his team recorded a comparatively modest 80-19 win.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/15 at 10:08 pm

GOLF

Rory McIlroy cards a 71 and is eight behind leader Martin Kaymer after the penultimate round of the Abu Dhabi Championship.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/15 at 3:01 am

GOLF

Jimmy Walker wins the Sony Open for the second year in succession, carding a 63 to win by nine shots

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/15 at 3:23 am

TENNIS

Rafael Nadal returns to Grand Slam action with a comprehensive win over Mikhail Youzhny at the Australian Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/15 at 3:26 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray makes a solid start to his Australian Open campaign with a 6-3 6-4 7-6 (7-3) win over India's Yuki Bhambri.

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Written By: nally on 01/19/15 at 12:26 pm

MLB offseason news: The Washington Nationals are reportedly interested in signing free-agent starting pitcher Max Scherzer to a 7-year deal. He had spent much of his career, that is from 2010 through 2014, with the Detroit Tigers. (If he agrees to this deal with Washington, he'll be reunited with fellow starter Doug Fister, who was his teammate from 2011 thru 2013.)

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Written By: nally on 01/20/15 at 10:39 am

MLB offseason news: The Washington Nationals are reportedly interested in signing free-agent starting pitcher Max Scherzer to a 7-year deal. He had spent much of his career, that is from 2010 through 2014, with the Detroit Tigers. (If he agrees to this deal with Washington, he'll be reunited with fellow starter Doug Fister, who was his teammate from 2011 thru 2013.)

And the deal is official now.

The Texas Rangers are also trying to get starting pitcher Yovani Gallardo from the Milwaukee Brewers. Not sure if that deal has been finalized yet, but it was being discussed yesterday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/15 at 2:32 am

TENNIS

Maria Sharapova survived a huge scare as she saved two match points to beat world number 150 Alexandra Panova at the Australian Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/15 at 2:33 am

Andy Murray makes short work of Marinko Matosevic, winning 6-1 6-3 6-2 on the hottest day so far at the Australian Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/15 at 8:15 pm

TENNIS

An ailing Rafael Nadal battled past qualifier Tim Smyczek in five sets to reach the Australian Open third round. The Spaniard fought back to win 6-2 3-6 6-7 (2-7) 6-3 7-5 and avoid his earliest ever defeat in Melbourne. Nadal, seeded third, required treatment from the doctor for stomach cramps in the third set and repeatedly doubled over in distress.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/15 at 9:47 pm

CRICKET

England face group leaders Australia in the tri-series in Hobart

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/15 at 1:32 am

TENNIS

Four-time champion Roger Federer is beaten in the Australian Open third round by Italian Andreas Seppi.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/15 at 3:35 am

CRICKET

England face group leaders Australia in the tri-series in Hobart
Australia are chasing 304 to beat England and reach the final, after Ian Bell hits 141.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/15 at 3:36 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray sees off Portugal's Joao Sousa in straight sets to earn a last-16 clash with Grigor Dimitrov at the Australian Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/15 at 9:52 pm

BOXING

Amir Khan holds talks with Manny Pacquiao over a potential fight, but Floyd Mayweather remains Pacquiao's priority.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/15 at 11:36 pm

TENNIS

Serena and Venus Williams show their fighting qualities as both come back from a set down to reach the last 16 at the Australian Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/24/15 at 5:39 pm

FOOTBALL

Bradford City's 4-2 comeback win over Premier League leaders Chelsea is called 'ridiculous' by one of the Bantams' scorers

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/24/15 at 5:40 pm

TENNIS

Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova is out of the Australian Open after a 6-4 7-5 defeat by 19-year-old Madison Keys.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/24/15 at 9:50 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Gareth Bale's late penalty ensures leaders Real Madrid overcome Cristiano Ronaldo's dismissal to beat Cordoba 2-1

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/15 at 3:52 am

TENNIS

Tomas Berdych reaches Australian Open quarter-finals with 6-2 7-6 6-2 win over Bernard Tomic

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/15 at 6:33 pm

FOOTBALL

Holders Arsenal reach the FA Cup fifth round after holding on for a 3-2 victory over Championship side Brighton

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/15 at 6:34 pm

TENNIS

Andy Murray wins a gruelling late-night contest with Grigor Dimitrov to reach the Australian Open quarter-finals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/15 at 8:11 pm

GOLF

South African Branden Grace wins the Qatar Masters in Doha by one shot from Scotsman Marc Warren.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/15 at 1:21 am

FOOTBALL

FIFApresident Sepp Blatter accuses UEFA of lacking the "courage" to challenge his leadership in May's election.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/15 at 4:36 am

TENNIS

Venus Williams beats Agnieszka Radwanska in three sets before Novak Djokovic takes on Gilles Muller.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/15 at 5:43 am

CRICKET

The one-day Australia v India tri-series game in Sydney is washed out and abandoned after 16 overs

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/15 at 6:09 pm

TENNIS

Andy Murray is ready to deal with a partisan home crowd when he faces Nick Kyrgios in the Australian Open last eight.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/15 at 8:12 pm

FOOTBALL

Holders Arsenal are drawn against Championship side Middlesbrough in the fifth round of the FA Cup.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/15 at 10:04 pm

TENNIS

Maria Sharapova beats seventh seed Eugenie Bouchard in straight sets to set up an all-Russian Australian Open semi-final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/27/15 at 1:48 am

LATEST:

South Korea's first Olympic swimming gold medallist Park Tae-hwan fails a doping test

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/27/15 at 2:52 am

TENNIS

Tomas Berdych beats third seed Rafael Nadal 6-2 6-0 7-6 (7-5) in the quarter-finals of the Australian Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/27/15 at 2:54 am

CRICKET

England and India will meet for a place in the tri-series final after Australia's game against India was washed out.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/27/15 at 5:39 am

LATEST:

Britain's Andy Murray reaches the Australian Open semi-finals with a straight-sets win over home favourite Nick Kyrgios.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/27/15 at 10:26 pm

FOOTBALL

Chelsea are into the League Cup final after a 1-0 extra-time victory over Liverpool in a pulsating semi-final second leg at Stamford Bridge.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/15 at 1:15 am

TENNIS

Unseeded Madison Keys beats Venus Williams to set up an Australian Open semi-final with top seed Serena Williams

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/15 at 2:23 am

FOOTBALL

Chelsea's Cesc Fabregas is an injury concern for the crucial Premier League match against Man City with a tight hamstring

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/15 at 3:24 am

TENNIS

Novak Djokovic faces Milos Raonic in the Australian Open quarter-finals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/15 at 8:57 pm

CRICKET

One-day captain Eoin Morgan believes earning a place in the tri-series final would add to England's World Cup confidence.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/15 at 2:17 am

CRICKET

England are chasing 201 to beat India in Perth and reach the tri-series final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/15 at 2:19 am

TENNIS

Novak Djokovic faces Stan Wawrinka for a place in the Australian Open final v Andy Murray

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/15 at 4:38 am

SKELETON

The second heat of the men's World Cup skeleton in La Plagne, France, is cancelled because of bad weather

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/15 at 8:21 pm

GOLF

Tiger Woods records the worst round of his professional career with an 11-over-par 82 in the second round of the Phoenix Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/15 at 8:22 pm

TENNIS

World number two Maria Sharapova aims to end a losing streak against Serena Williams in the Australian Open final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/15 at 8:24 pm

TENNIS

Andy Murray came storming back after a poor start to beat Tomas Berdych and reach his fourth Australian Open final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/15 at 2:49 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray came storming back after a poor start to beat Tomas Berdych and reach his fourth Australian Open final.

Andy Murray's form is good enough for him to start as favourite in Sunday's Australian Open final against Novak Djokovic, says Martina Navratilova.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/15 at 3:46 am

TENNIS

World number two Maria Sharapova aims to end a losing streak against Serena Williams in the Australian Open final.
Williams wins first set 6-3. Short rain delay in first set, roof now closed. Sharapova not beaten Williams in 11 years.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/15 at 5:59 am

Williams wins first set 6-3. Short rain delay in first set, roof now closed. Sharapova not beaten Williams in 11 years.
Serena Williams wins her sixth Australia Open and 19th Grand Slam title with a 6-3 7-6 (7-5) victory over Maria Sharapova

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/15 at 5:59 pm

FOOTBALL

Hosts Equatorial Guinea beat Tunisia 2-1 in extra time to reach semi-finals of Africa Cup of Nations

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/15 at 6:33 pm

FOOTBALL

Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho declines to speak to the media after the 1-1 draw with Manchester City at Stamford Bridge

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/15 at 10:31 pm

CRICKET

England bowl first against Australia in the tri-series final in Perth

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/01/15 at 1:29 am

CRICKET

England bowl first against Australia in the tri-series final in Perth
Australia punish England and finish their innings on 278-8 in the tri-series final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/01/15 at 3:39 am

Australia punish England and finish their innings on 278-8 in the tri-series final.
England are chasing 279 to beat Australia in the tri-series final in Perth

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/01/15 at 5:49 am

FORMULA 1

World champion Lewis Hamilton says he knows his "worth" as he prepares for contract talks with Mercedes

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/01/15 at 5:50 am

England are chasing 279 to beat Australia in the tri-series final in Perth
England lose by 112 runs to Australia in the tri-series final in Perth, their last ODI before the World Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/01/15 at 5:52 am

Andy Murray's form is good enough for him to start as favourite in Sunday's Australian Open final against Novak Djokovic, says Martina Navratilova.
Murray wins second set to level match: 6-7 (5-7) 7-6 (7-4)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/01/15 at 6:38 am

Murray wins second set to level match: 6-7 (5-7) 7-6 (7-4)
Djokovic beats Murray 7-6 (7-5) 6-7 (7-4) 6-3 6-0

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/02/15 at 1:02 am

AMERICAN FOOTBALL

The New England Patriots overcome the row over 'deflate-gate' to beat the Seattle Seahawks and win the Super Bowl 28-24.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/02/15 at 3:26 am

FOOTBALL

FIFA presidential candidates confirmed as Sepp Blatter, Prince Ali of Jordan, Luis Figo and Michael van Praag

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Written By: karen on 02/02/15 at 12:33 pm

AMERICAN FOOTBALL

The New England Patriots overcome the row over 'deflate-gate' to beat the Seattle Seahawks and win the Super Bowl 28-24.

Go Patriots

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Written By: nally on 02/02/15 at 7:28 pm

AMERICAN FOOTBALL

The New England Patriots overcome the row over 'deflate-gate' to beat the Seattle Seahawks and win the Super Bowl 28-24.

Go Patriots

Congrats to them; I had heard about their comeback (altho I didn't watch any part of the game).

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Written By: nally on 02/02/15 at 8:01 pm

This is a bit old news, but... Ichiro Suzuki has signed with the Miami Marlins for 2015. Guess he's not staying with the NYY after all.

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Written By: XYkid on 02/02/15 at 8:10 pm

AMERICAN FOOTBALL

The New England Patriots overcome the row over 'deflate-gate' to beat the Seattle Seahawks and win the Super Bowl 28-24.
They just got lucky is all. Wilson made a bad decision not throwing the ball to Lynch, otherwise the Hawks definitely would have won.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/03/15 at 3:51 am

Congrats to them; I had heard about their comeback (altho I didn't watch any part of the game).
An estimated average of 114.4 million people watched Sunday's Super Bowl in the US on NBC, according to initial figures.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/03/15 at 6:27 am

FOOTBALL

West Ham could be expelled from the FA Cup if Fifa finds the club breached rules over Senegal striker Diafra Sakho

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/03/15 at 7:33 pm

CRICKET

Australia coach Darren Lehmann says he is "sick" of speculation about Michael Clarke and backs the batsman as captain

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/03/15 at 7:35 pm

RUGBY UNION

Danny Cipriani and Nick Easter return to the squad for England's Six Nations opener against Wales in Cardiff

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/03/15 at 7:39 pm

WOMEN'S FOOTBALL

England's record scorer Kelly Smith, 36, ends her international career after 46 goals in 117 appearances

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Written By: nally on 02/03/15 at 9:32 pm

An estimated average of 114.4 million people watched Sunday's Super Bowl in the US on NBC, according to initial figures.

Wow, that is a lot. :o Yes, I've noticed that Super Bowl games tend to attract a lot of viewers.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/04/15 at 2:46 am

Lance Armstrong is charged with hit and run after he crashes into two parked cars in Colorado on 28 December

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/04/15 at 3:00 am

GOLF

Charlie Sifford, the first black golfer to become a member of the PGA Tour, has died aged 92

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/04/15 at 4:37 am

RUGBY UNION

Only nine members of the England team which beat Australia in the autumn have been named in the starting XV to face Wales.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/04/15 at 5:44 am

GOLF

Rory McIlroy and Horizon Sports Management reach a settlement in their long-running dispute

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/06/15 at 5:33 am

FOOTBALL

The Africa Cup of Nations semi-final between Ghana and Equatorial Guinea is described as a "war zone" after major crowd trouble.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/06/15 at 7:44 am

GOLF

Tiger Woods, a 14-time Major winner, withdraws from the Farmers Insurance Open because of a back injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/06/15 at 7:40 pm

RUGBY UNION

England come from behind to beat Wales 21-16 in a thrilling Six Nations opener at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/06/15 at 9:17 pm

FOOTBALL

Morocco are banned from the 2017 and 2019 Africa Cup of Nations and told to pay over £6m for failing to host this year's event

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/07/15 at 4:27 am

CRICKET

Pakistan spinner Saeed Ajmal has been cleared to resume his international career after his bowling action was deemed to be legal.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/07/15 at 5:50 am

CYCLING

Mark Cavendish wins the final stage of the Dubai Tour to take the overall title

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/07/15 at 8:05 pm

RUGBY UNION

Five Camille Lopez penalties consign Scotland to a 15-8 defeat by France, a ninth successive loss in their opening Six Nations match.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/07/15 at 9:23 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti says the 4-0 derby defeat at Atletico Madrid was the worst performance of his reign

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/08/15 at 3:58 am

GOLF

Indian Anirban Lahiri wins the Malaysian Open by one shot from Austria's Bernd Wiesberger

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/08/15 at 5:46 am

CRICKET

Pakistan all-rounder Mohammad Hafeez is ruled out of the World Cup with a calf injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/08/15 at 9:33 pm

NFL

A deal worth $1bn (£655m) to compensate US football players for head injuries suffered during their careers is set to be approved, lawyers say.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/08/15 at 9:35 pm

GOLF

Australia's Jason Day comes through a four-way play-off to win the Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/09/15 at 2:12 am

FOOTBALL

Ivory Coast beat Ghana 9-8 in a dramatic penalty shootout after a goalless draw to win the Africa Cup of Nations

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/09/15 at 4:01 am

TENNIS

Victor Estrella Burgos becomes the oldest first-time ATP title winner after triumphing at the inaugural Ecuador Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/09/15 at 5:28 am

CRICKET

England beat a lacklustre West Indies side by nine wickets in their first World Cup warm-up match at Sydney.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/09/15 at 8:25 am

FOOTBALL

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says he does not know when midfielder Jack Wilshere will return from injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/09/15 at 7:26 pm

Is Chess a sport?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/09/15 at 8:15 pm

CRICKET

England's recent performances have shown they can go far in the World Cup, says former captain Michael Vaughan

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/09/15 at 8:16 pm

CRICKET

England's recent performances have shown they can go far in the World Cup, says former captain Michael Vaughan
Famous last words?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/09/15 at 8:22 pm

RUGBY UNION

George North should have been replaced with suspected concussion against England, says Wales medic Prav Mathema

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/09/15 at 10:12 pm

CYCLING

British cycling chief Shane Sutton says Mark Cavendish is unlikely to return to the track for the 2016 Olympics

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Written By: nally on 02/10/15 at 12:21 am

MLB offseason news:

Free-agent starting pitcher James Shields, who spent the 2014 season with the Kansas City Royals, has reportedly agreed to a 4-year deal with the San Diego Padres.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/10/15 at 1:05 am

GOLF

Three-time major winner and former US Ryder Cup captain Billy Casper dies aged 83, the US PGA Tour announces.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/10/15 at 3:09 am

CRICKET

Scotland make 296-6 from their 50 overs in their World Cup warm-up game against Ireland in Sydney

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/12/15 at 9:49 pm

FOOTBALL

Both Chelsea and Everton are charged by the FA after players were involved in an on-pitch incident

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/13/15 at 1:24 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

St Helens thrash Salford Red Devils 52-6 in the Super League

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/13/15 at 2:11 am

CRICKET

England women win the second one-day international against New Zealand by 90 runs - levelling the series 1-1

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/13/15 at 8:11 pm

CRICKET

Sri Lanka make 331-6 against New Zealand before England face Australia at 03:30 GMT on the Cricket World Cup's opening day

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Written By: nally on 02/14/15 at 12:45 am

MLB: Marlins Park, the home of the Miami Marlins, will host the 2017 All-Star Game. This means that a National League ballpark will host the ASG in three consecutive years.

I hope an AL ballpark gets the 2018 game.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/14/15 at 2:08 am

CRICKET

England's Steven Finn takes a hat-trick in Australia's total of 342-9 on the World Cup's first day.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/14/15 at 3:17 am

CRICKET

Corey Anderson hits 75 as New Zealand beat Sri Lanka by 98 runs in the opening match of the 2015 World Cup.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/14/15 at 4:30 am

RUGBY UNION

England must maintain the "feelgood factor" after the Six Nations win over Wales, says backs coach Andy Farrell

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/14/15 at 10:13 pm

CRICKET

India captain MS Dhoni says his side are ready for the intensity of a showdown with rivals Pakistan at the World Cup.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/15/15 at 1:58 am

CRICKET

New Zealand beat England by nine wickets in the third women's one-day international to take a 2-1 lead in the five-match series

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/15/15 at 2:42 am

RUGBY UNION

Jonathan Sexton says he suffered no ill-effects despite taking another bang to his head in Ireland's win over France

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/15/15 at 3:18 am

CRICKET

David Miller and JP Duminy shared a record fifth-wicket stand of 256 as South Africa recovered to beat Zimbabwe in their World Cup opener in Hamilton.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/15/15 at 5:05 am

FOOTBALL

Manchester United keeper Victor Valdes must prove himself before getting a first-team chance, says Louis van Gaal

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/19/15 at 8:05 am

CRICKET

Zimbabwe beat United Arab Emirates by four wickets in a tight match in Pool B of the World Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/19/15 at 8:10 am

FORMULA 1

Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton withdraws from pre-season testing in Barcelona due to illness

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/19/15 at 8:16 am

HORSE RACING

Retiring jockey AP McCoy confirms he is set tor ride Carlingford Lough in next month's Cheltenham Gold Cup

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Written By: nally on 02/19/15 at 11:19 am

MLB: Today is the day for pitchers and catchers to start reporting to their spring training facilities!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/20/15 at 12:07 am

CRICKET

England slip to their joint heaviest one-day defeat as New Zealand chase 124 in 12.2 overs in the World Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/20/15 at 1:40 am

CYCLING

Great Britain's men and women lose to Australia & New Zealand in Track World Championships team pursuit finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/20/15 at 3:12 am

CRICKET

New Zealand women beat England by six wickets in Whangarei to level the Twenty20 series

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/20/15 at 4:56 am

CRICKET

England slip to their joint heaviest one-day defeat as New Zealand chase 124 in 12.2 overs in the World Cup
That was the most one-sided one-day international between Test-playing nations that I can remember seeing. It was almost too bad to put into words. To be bowled out for 123 and then see that chased down in 12.2 overs is extremely chastening for Eoin Morgan's side."
- Jonathan Agnew

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/20/15 at 7:24 am

FORMULA 1

Red Bull's Daniel Ricciardo edged out Ferrari's Kimi Raikkonen by just 0.01 seconds to set the pace on the second day of the second pre-season test.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/20/15 at 7:27 am

CRICKET

New Zealand women beat England by six wickets in Whangarei to level the Twenty20 series

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/20/15 at 10:14 pm

BOXING

Floyd Mayweather to meet Manny Pacquiao in Las Vegas on 2 May for what promises to be the richest fight in history.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/21/15 at 2:35 am

CRICKET

Australia's World Cup game against Bangladesh in Brisbane is abandoned without a ball being bowled

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/15 at 7:37 pm

CRICKET

India beats South Africa in an ICC World Cup match for the first time ever.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/23/15 at 12:57 am

CRICKET

England claim their first win of the 2015 World Cup as a record opening stand helps them to a 119-run victory over Scotland.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/23/15 at 2:00 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

South Sydney Rabbitohs thrash St Helens 39-0 in the World Club Challenge

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/23/15 at 4:12 am

FORMULA 1

Fernando Alonso will have further tests on Monday before doctors decide whether to release him from hospital

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/23/15 at 7:48 am

BOXING

Floyd Mayweather to meet Manny Pacquiao in Las Vegas on 2 May for what promises to be the richest fight in history.
This fight as it is reported, may be Manny Pacquiao's last.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/23/15 at 7:53 am

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray moves above Spaniard Rafael Nadal to claim third place in the singles world rankings

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/24/15 at 3:03 am

FOOTBALL

A FIFA taskforce recommends that the 2022 World Cup in Qatar should be shortened and take place in November and December.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/24/15 at 3:04 am

CRICKET

Zimbabwe chase a revised 363 to beat West Indies after Chris Gayle hits a World Cup record 215

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/24/15 at 3:04 am

CRICKET

England women mark Charlotte Edwards's 200th game as captain with victory over New Zealand to win the Twenty20 series 2-1

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/24/15 at 6:30 am

TENNIS

GB name Andy Murray, Jamie Murray, James Ward and Dom Inglot in Davis Cup team to face US next month

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/24/15 at 7:47 pm

FOOTBALL

Carlos Tevez scores for Juventus as they beat Borussia Dortmund 2-1 in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/24/15 at 9:07 pm

CRICKET

Ireland seek their second win of the World Cup when they face the UAE in Brisbane

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/15 at 3:40 am

GOLF

Davis Love III is confirmed as the US Ryder Cup captain for 2016, with Tom Lehman named as one of the vice-captains

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/15 at 4:26 am

FOOTBALL

A FIFA taskforce recommends that the 2022 World Cup in Qatar should be shortened and take place in November and December.
Fifa says it will not pay compensation to clubs and leagues unhappy about plans to play 2022 World Cup in November and December.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/15 at 4:34 am

FOOTBALL

Bus tycoon James Easdale resigns as a director of Rangers following fan pressure against the Ibrox regime

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/15 at 5:02 am

CRICKET

Zimbabwe chase a revised 363 to beat West Indies after Chris Gayle hits a World Cup record 215
West Indies great Sir Viv Richards says Chris Gayle's 215 against Zimbabwe was "the stuff champions are made of".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/15 at 7:56 pm

CRICKET

Scotland beat their best World Cup score as they make 210 v Afghanistan in Pool A of the World Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/15 at 7:57 pm

OLYMPICS

Rio de Janeiro is making "solid progress" towards the 2016 Olympics - despite dead fish being found at the sailing venue

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/15 at 7:58 pm

The Greek government suspends professional football in the country after violence at a match and a board meeting.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/15 at 10:26 pm

CRICKET

England women beat New Zealand by nine wickets to level their one-day series at 2-2 with one match to play

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/26/15 at 6:14 am

CRICKET

Tillakaratne Dilshan and Kumar Sangakkara score hundreds as Sri Lanka beat Bangladesh by 92 runs in Melbourne.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/26/15 at 6:15 am

CRICKET

Afghanistan claim their first World Cup victory with a thrilling one-wicket win over Scotland with three balls to spare.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/26/15 at 10:22 pm

CRICKET:

South Africa win toss and bat against West Indies in Pool B at the Cricket World Cup in Sydney.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/26/15 at 10:24 pm

FOOTBALL

Everton are the only British team in the Europa League last 16 after a comfortable 7-2 aggregate win over Young Boys

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/26/15 at 10:25 pm

GOLF

World number one Rory McIlroy shoots a three-over-par round on his PGA Tour debut for the season at the Honda Classic

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/27/15 at 4:21 am

CRICKET

South Africa thrash West Indies by 257 after AB De Villiers hits the fastest ODI 150.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/27/15 at 4:22 am

CYCLING

The UCI requests that Astana, the team of Vincenzo Nibali, has its World Tour licence withdrawn

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/27/15 at 4:49 am

RUGBY UNION

Jack Nowell and Alex Goode are named in England's starting line-up to face Ireland in the Six Nations

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/28/15 at 5:57 am

CRICKET

New Zealand survive a late collapse to beat Australia by one wicket in a thrilling climax to their World Cup Pool A game.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/28/15 at 9:41 pm

CRICKET

Sri Lanka are chasing 310 to beat England in the World Cup, while Pakistan face Zimbabwe.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/01/15 at 4:43 am

CRICKET

Live coverage as Zimbabwe are chasing 236 to beat Pakistan in the World Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/01/15 at 4:47 am

Sussex batsman Rory Hamilton-Brown announces his retirement from cricket after failing to recover from a wrist injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/01/15 at 4:49 am

CRICKET

Sri Lanka are chasing 310 to beat England in the World Cup, while Pakistan face Zimbabwe.
England slip to a third crushing defeat in four World Cup games as Sri Lanka chase 310 to win by nine wickets

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/02/15 at 7:47 am

CRICKET

Kevin Pietersen says he will try to secure a return to the England side after ECB chairman Colin Graves' encouraging words.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/02/15 at 9:38 pm

FOOTBALL

Former Tottenham, Derby, Hearts and Scotland midfielder Dave Mackay has died, aged 80.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/03/15 at 5:23 am

SKIING

Violinist Vanessa-Mae attempts to overturn her four-year skiing ban at the Court of Arbitration for Sport on Tuesday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/03/15 at 6:41 am

FORMULA 1

McLaren driver Fernando Alonso will miss the first race of the new F1 season after his crash during testing

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/03/15 at 6:47 am

CRICKET

South Africa condemn Ireland to their first defeat of the World Cup as they cruise to a 201-run win in Canberra

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/03/15 at 6:49 am

FOOTBALL

Dave Whelan resigns as chairman of Wigan Athletic, the club announces

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/03/15 at 7:35 pm

CRICKET

World Cup as Pakistan bat first against the UAE in Napier, before Australia face Afghanistan later.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/03/15 at 8:39 pm

AMERICAN FOOTBALL

New York Giants' Steve Weatherford & former player Sidney Rice want their brains to help research into injuries

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 03/03/15 at 9:53 pm

MLB: Spring Training starts today...but I see no one has started the MLB 2015 thread yet. Perhaps I'll do it sometime this month if no one else does.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/04/15 at 2:54 am

CRICKET

Pakistan beat UAE by 129 runs in the World Cup.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/04/15 at 5:06 am

ATHLETICS

Heptathlete Kelly Sotherton's stolen Commonwealth gold medal is found in a postbox after a BBC Crimewatch appeal

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/04/15 at 5:07 am

ATHLETICS

Heptathlete Kelly Sotherton's stolen Commonwealth gold medal is found in a postbox after a BBC Crimewatch appeal
Karma to BBC Crimewatch!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/04/15 at 7:51 am

CRICKET

Australia beat Afghanistan by 275 runs after earlier posting a World-Cup-record 417-6

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/04/15 at 8:16 am

SWIMMING

18-time Olympic gold medallist Michael Phelps may be allowed to compete at the Worlds in Russia after being banned

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/15 at 2:31 am

CRICKET

Bangladesh win by six wickets to end Scotland's hopes of reaching the World Cup knockout stages

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/15 at 3:37 am

HORSE RACING

The final race of next week's Cheltenham Festival is renamed to honour AP McCoy’s final appearance at the meeting

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/15 at 5:25 am

FOOTBALL

Sunderland manager Gus Poyet is charged by the FA with improper conduct following the match against Hull City on Tuesday.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/09/15 at 6:47 am

CRICKET

England are knocked out of the World Cup after losing by 15 runs to Bangladesh in a thrilling finish.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/09/15 at 1:16 pm

CRICKET

England are knocked out of the World Cup after losing by 15 runs to Bangladesh in a thrilling finish.
Former Australia spinner Shane Warne on Twitter:

"England had the wrong team, the wrong style of play and everyone could see it. Tonight's result not a shock. I feel for Morgan, coach is in trouble."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/15 at 2:50 am

FOOTBALL

England women draw 1-1 with the Netherlands in their final group match at the Cyprus Cup in Nicosia

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/15 at 6:27 am

CRICKET

India beat Ireland by eight wickets in Hamilton, New Zealand to secure top spot in World Cup Pool B

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/15 at 8:21 am

FOOTBALL

Millwall sack manager Ian Holloway with immediate effect

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/15 at 11:40 am

HORSE RACING

Favourite Faugheen, ridden by Ruby Walsh, wins the feature Champion Hurdle on day one of the Cheltenham Festival

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/15 at 4:48 pm

RUGBY UNION

Wales name an unchanged team to face Ireland in the Six Nations on Saturday; Jake Ball and Rob Evans on bench

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/15 at 9:19 am

WOMEN'S CRICKET

Kent's Tammy Beaumont to lead an England Women's Academy squad against their Australian counterparts in Dubai.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/15 at 10:56 am

HORSE RACING

AP McCoy gets a first win on day three of his final Cheltenham Festival after riding Uxizandre to victory

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/15 at 2:07 am

CRICKET

England's bowlers dominate Afghanistan, while New Zealand are chasing 289 to beat Bangladesh

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/15 at 3:06 am

FORMULA 1

Nico Rosberg finishes fastest in second practice for the Australian Grand Prix; Lewis Hamilton second

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/15 at 3:07 am

CRICKET

England's bowlers dominate Afghanistan, while New Zealand are chasing 289 to beat Bangladesh
Rain stops play in England's final World Cup game against Afghanistan, while NZ need 289 to beat Bangladesh

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/15 at 9:27 am

Rain stops play in England's final World Cup game against Afghanistan, while NZ need 289 to beat Bangladesh
England beat Afghanistan by nine wickets (D/L) in their final, rain-affected World Cup match

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/15 at 10:59 am

HORSE RACING

Coneygree, ridden by Nico de Boinville, wins the Gold Cup on the final day of the Cheltenham Festival

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/15 at 2:41 am

TENNIS

World number one Serena Williams wins at Indian Wells, a tournament she had boycotted for 14 years

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/15 at 4:55 am

CRICKET

Australia beat Scotland by seven wickets in their rain-affected final Pool A game at the Cricket World Cup in Hobart

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/15 at 5:00 am

CRICKET

India beat Zimbabwe by six wickets in Auckland to make it six wins from six at the Cricket World Cup

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/15 at 2:02 am

CRICKET

Ireland face Pakistan in Adelaide for a place in the World Cup quarter-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/15 at 11:54 am

CRICKET

Ireland face Pakistan in Adelaide for a place in the World Cup quarter-finals
Pakistan reach the World Cup quarter-finals with a seven-wicket win over Ireland, who are eliminated

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/15 at 11:54 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton dominates the season-opening Australian Grand Prix, which sees only 11 cars finish

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/15 at 11:57 am

Andrew Flintoff has been crowned Australia's king of the jungle after winning their version of I'm A Celebrity ... Get Me Out Of Here!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/15 at 3:43 am

TENNIS

Briton Heather Watson beats Agnieszka Radwanska 6-4 6-4 in Indian Wells, her first win over a top-10 player

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/15 at 5:09 am

TENNIS

World number one Serena Williams beats Kazakhstan's Zarina Diyas in the third round of the BNP Paribas Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/15 at 7:44 am

FOOTBALL

Striker Mario Balotelli will miss Liverpool's Premier League game against Swansea City on Monday because of illness

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/15 at 4:23 pm

TENNIS

Philipp Kohlschreiber takes second set to level 1-1 against Andy Murray in third round of BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/15 at 3:20 pm

CYCLING

The Tour of Britain 2015 will start on Anglesey with world-class riders completing the first stage from Beaumaris to Wrexham

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/15 at 4:36 pm

TENNIS

Heather Watson is beaten 7-6 (7-5) 3-6 6-1 by Carla Suarez Navarro of Spain at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/15 at 4:05 pm

TENNIS

Andy Murray beats unseeded Frenchman Adrian Mannarino 6-3 6-3 to reach the quarter-finals at Indian Wells

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/15 at 5:18 am

CRICKET

Bangladesh chase 303 to beat India in their World Cup quarter-final in Melbourne

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/15 at 7:12 am

CRICKET

Bangladesh chase 303 to beat India in their World Cup quarter-final in Melbourne
Defending champions India coast into the World Cup semi-finals with a 109-run win over Bangladesh in Melbourne

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/15 at 8:46 am

FOOTBALL

Spurs striker Harry Kane in 24-man England squad for Euro 2016 qualifier against Lithuania and friendly against Italy

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/15 at 10:18 am

RUGBY UNION

Ireland make two changes for Six Nations match v Scotland - Fitzgerald replaces Zebo and Healy in for McGrath

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/15 at 3:32 pm

FOOTBALL

Dynamo Kiev overturn a first-leg deficit to knock Everton out of the Europa League 5-2 (6-4 agg)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/20/15 at 3:42 am

CRICKET

Australia chase 214 to beat Pakistan in their World Cup quarter-final in Adelaide

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/20/15 at 3:55 pm

FORMULA 1

The German Grand Prix is cut from the F1 World Championship calendar for 2015

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/20/15 at 3:57 pm

CRICKET

Australia chase 214 to beat Pakistan in their World Cup quarter-final in Adelaide
Australia won by six wickets

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/15 at 10:21 am

CRICKET

Somerset have signed West Indies opener Chris Gayle to play up to six matches during this summer's T20 Blast.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/15 at 2:44 am

CRICKET

New Zealand must score 298 in 43 overs according to Duckworth-Lewis in the World Cup semi-final against South Africa

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/15 at 2:29 am

FOOTBALL

England could consider a bid for the 2026 World Cup, says Football Association chairman Greg Dyke.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/15 at 4:53 am

HORSE RACING

In-form trainer Willie Mullins is to rely on 50-1 shot Ballycasey for the chance of a second Grand National win at Aintree

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/15 at 6:58 am

CRICKET

Surrey sign Kevin Pietersen on a contract that will see him representing the club this summer

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/15 at 11:34 am

FOOTBALL

Martin Skrtel has his appeal against a violent conduct charge rejected by the FA and will serve a three-game ban

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/15 at 11:34 am

FOOTBALL

Martin Skrtel has his appeal against a violent conduct charge rejected by the FA and will serve a three-game ban
How do you say Skrtel?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/15 at 3:04 pm

FOOTBALL

Scotland face Northern Ireland in an international friendly at Hampden Park.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/15 at 2:50 am

CRICKET

India chase 329 for victory in their World Cup semi-final with Australia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/15 at 7:24 am

CRICKET

India chase 329 for victory in their World Cup semi-final with Australia
Australia power into the Cricket World Cup final with a 95-run victory over defending champions India in Sydney.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/15 at 10:56 am

CRICKET

Ottis Gibson is named England fast-bowling coach for their forthcoming tour of West Indies

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/15 at 1:40 pm

FOOTBALL

Chelsea captain John Terry extends his contract at the Premier League leaders until the end of the 2015-16 season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/15 at 3:05 pm

GOLF

Graeme McDowell's Masters preparations are hit as he has to withdraw from the Texas Open with a leg injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/15 at 5:03 am

Formula 1

Lewis Hamilton fastest in second practice for the Malaysian Grand Prix after an engine problem in the first session

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/15 at 7:39 am

FOOTBALL

England play Lithuania in Euro qualifying tonight

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/15 at 9:52 am

BOXING

Britain's Olympic gold medallist Anthony Joshua will face American heavyweight Jason Gavern in Newcastle on April 4

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/15 at 1:11 pm

CYCLING

Geraint Thomas becomes the first British rider to win the Belgian “cobbled classic” E3 Harelbeke

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/15 at 4:30 pm

FOOTBALL

Harry Kane scores 80 seconds after making his England debut as they lead 4-0 against Lithuania

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/29/15 at 1:57 pm

CRICKET

Australia beat New Zealand by seven wickets to win the World Cup for a fifth time at a packed Melbourne Cricket Ground.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/29/15 at 5:42 pm

FOOTBALL

Captain Wayne Rooney says England are a tougher side to play against since their early exit at the World Cup finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/29/15 at 5:42 pm

FOOTBALL

Captain Wayne Rooney says England are a tougher side to play against since their early exit at the World Cup finals
Famous last words?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/15 at 4:19 am

GOLF

Tiger Woods is no longer ranked among the top 100 golfers in the world, for the first time since 1996

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/15 at 4:19 am

GOLF

Tiger Woods is no longer ranked among the top 100 golfers in the world, for the first time since 1996
How the mighty have fallen?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/15 at 9:56 am

HORSE RACING

Retiring jockey AP McCoy says he is "very likely" to ride favourite Shutthefrontdoor in his final Grand National

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 03/30/15 at 10:20 am

One more week until the 2015 MLB season starts!! :D :) 8)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/15 at 11:00 am

One more week until the 2015 MLB season starts!! :D :) 8)
The 2015 cricket season starts with university matches on April 2nd and properly on April 12th.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/15 at 2:43 pm

FOOTBALL

England boss Roy Hodgson confirms Tottenham striker Harry Kane will start against Italy on Tuesday

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 03/30/15 at 5:02 pm

The 2015 cricket season starts with university matches on April 2nd and properly on April 12th.

Excellent!

By the way, I will likely start the 2015 MLB thread if no one else does.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/31/15 at 6:34 am

CRICKET

New Zealand spinner Daniel Vettori announces his retirement from international cricket

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/15 at 9:28 am

TENNIS

Laura Robson hopes to make her return to tennis at next month's French Open after more than a year out with a wrist injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/15 at 9:29 am

Excellent!

By the way, I will likely start the 2015 MLB thread if no one else does.
I watched baseball on television when I was in Japan.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/17/15 at 4:23 am

HORSE RACING

AP McCoy's horse Benvolio is declared a non-runner in Saturday's featured race at the Scottish Grand National

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/17/15 at 4:24 am

Gary Ballance's century and a stunning Chris Jordan catch set up England's bid for victory over West Indies in Antigua.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/17/15 at 8:05 am

RUGBY UNION

England fly-half Owen Farrell is set to return from injury for Saracens in their European Champions Cup semi-final tomorrow

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/17/15 at 8:07 am

FORMULA 1

Ferrari’s Kimi Raikkonen is fastest in first practice for the Bahrain Grand Prix, with Lewis Hamilton 16th

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/17/15 at 9:42 am

West Indies v England Summary:
England need eight wickets to win
West Indies resume on 98-2 - target 438
Anderson one shy of England record
Anderson 382 Test wickets; Botham 383
First Test, Antigua, fifth day

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/15 at 12:46 am

CRICKET

James Anderson breaks Sir Ian Botham's England Test record by taking his 384th wicket

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/15 at 12:47 am

West Indies v England Summary:
England need eight wickets to win
West Indies resume on 98-2 - target 438
Anderson one shy of England record
Anderson 382 Test wickets; Botham 383
First Test, Antigua, fifth day
England draw the first Test against West Indies in Antigua as the hosts bat through the final day and end on 350-7

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/15 at 4:20 am

SWIMMING

Adam Peaty sets a new 100m breaststroke world record at the British Swimming Championships in London

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/15 at 5:51 am

SNOOKER

Mark Selby starts the defence of his world title at the Crucible in Sheffield.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/19/15 at 1:09 am

FOOTBALL

Holders Arsenal reached a record 19th FA Cup final after two goals from Alexis Sanchez sealed victory over Reading in extra-time.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/19/15 at 2:57 am

SNOOKER

Defending champion Mark Selby beats qualifier Kurt Maflin 10-9 in first round of World Championship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/19/15 at 11:50 pm

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton takes a controlled win in the Bahrain GP as team-mate Nico Rosberg was beaten to second by Kimi Raikkonen

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/19/15 at 11:59 pm

FOOTBALL

Aston Villa beat Liverpool 2-1 at Wembley to reach FA Cup final, where they will play Arsenal

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/15 at 5:58 am

GOLF

Britain's six-time major champion Nick Faldo will play his final Open at St Andrews in July.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/15 at 8:34 am

FOOTBALL

Manchester United express an interest in signing PSV Eindhoven striker Memphis Depay, say the Dutch champions

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/15 at 12:47 pm

FOOTBALL

Man City midfielder Jill Scott is suspended for three matches for headbutting Arsenal defender Jade Bailey

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/15 at 1:40 pm

SNOOKER

Former World Championship finalist Barry Hawkins beats Matthew Selt in a final-frame decider to reach the second round

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/15 at 2:04 am

FOOTBALL

Liverpool and England midfielder Jordan Henderson is close to agreeing a new £100,000-a-week contract with the club

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/15 at 4:46 am

TENNIS

Great Britain have chosen to face France on the grass courts of Queen's Club in July's Davis Cup quarter-final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/15 at 6:23 am

CRICKET

Leg-spinner Adil Rashid should make his Test debut for England in the second match of the series in West Indies.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/15 at 4:04 am

CRICKET

West Indies batsman Marlon Samuels says he was motivated by England's sledging on day one of the second Test

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/15 at 7:25 am

SNOOKER

Five-time champion Ronnie O'Sullivan beats Craig Steadman 10-3 to reach the World Championship second round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/15 at 12:07 pm

CRICKET

West Indies batsman Marlon Samuels says he was motivated by England's sledging on day one of the second Test
Rain stops play with West Indies on 214-5 on day two.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/23/15 at 1:29 am

Rain stops play with West Indies on 214-5 on day two.
England close on 74-0 after Stuart Broad's 4-61 helps them to bowl out West Indies for 299 in the second Test in Grenada.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/23/15 at 12:46 pm

TENNIS

Eight-time champion Rafael Nadal loses 6-4 7-6 (8-6) to Italy’s Fabio Fognini in the third round of the Barcelona Open

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/23/15 at 4:43 pm

BOXING

Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao's fight sells out in minutes and tickets immediately appear on websites for £46,000

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/23/15 at 4:44 pm

CRICKET

Joe Root makes his sixth Test hundred to give England a 74-run lead over West Indies after day three of the second Test

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/23/15 at 4:45 pm

BOXING

Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao's fight sells out in minutes and tickets immediately appear on websites for £46,000

http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/82503000/jpg/_82503159_mayweather_ap.jpg

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/15 at 5:53 am

HORSE RACING

Retiring jockey AP McCoy’s final ride of a record-breaking career will be on the racehorse Box Office at Sandown on Saturday

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/15 at 6:55 am

FOOTBALL

Rotherham have been deducted three points for fielding an ineligible player (Farrend Rawson) against Brighton on 6 April

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/15 at 1:01 pm

CRICKET

West Indies reach 22-1 at lunch after Joe Root makes 182 not out in England's 464

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/15 at 9:07 am

FOOTBALL

Watford move closer to promotion to the Premier League after a 2-0 victory at Brighton and Hove Albion.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/15 at 9:08 am

SNOOKER

Four-times champion John Higgins is knocked out of the World Snooker Championship by Ding Junhui, losing 13-9

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/15 at 9:10 am

CRICKET

West Indies reach 22-1 at lunch after Joe Root makes 182 not out in England's 464
There are 98 overs scheduled for the day, with the final 15 constituting the 'last hour'. That is when the captains can agree a draw if they wish. So, there's at least 83 overs to come. West Indies are 202-2 (37 runs behind)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/15 at 11:03 am

HORSE RACING

Champion jockey AP McCoy finishes third on Box Office in the final ride of his racing career at Sandown

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/15 at 2:32 am

Tens of thousands of runners are preparing to take part in the 35th London Marathon. More than 51,000 people will race the 26.2 mile course from Blackheath to The Mall past some of London's most iconic landmarks including the Cutty Sark. Many runners will also be raising money for charity and hoping to beat 2014's record amount of £53.2m. Paula Radcliffe, 41, a former winner and the current world record holder, will be running her final marathon.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/15 at 5:50 am

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Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/15 at 5:58 am

Tens of thousands of runners are preparing to take part in the 35th London Marathon. More than 51,000 people will race the 26.2 mile course from Blackheath to The Mall past some of London's most iconic landmarks including the Cutty Sark. Many runners will also be raising money for charity and hoping to beat 2014's record amount of £53.2m. Paula Radcliffe, 41, a former winner and the current world record holder, will be running her final marathon.
Tigist Tufa runs down The Mall, looks behind her, notices no-one else is in sight and gives the crowd a wave. Many expected the Kenyans to dominate but it's Ethiopia's Tufa who wins the London Marathon in 2:23.21

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/15 at 6:39 am

LONDON MARATHON

Eliud Kipchoge beats fellow Kenyan Wilson Kipsang to wins the men's race in two hours, four minutes, 41 seconds

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/15 at 6:40 am

CRICKET

James Anderson inspired England to a nine-wicket win over West Indies on the final day of the second Test. Anderson took three wickets, two catches and ran out Jason Holder with a direct hit as the home side slipped from an overnight 202-2 to 307 all out. That left England 143 to win, reached with an unbeaten 81 from Gary Ballance and Alastair Cook's 59 not out. Victory in Grenada, a first Test win overseas since 2012, gives England a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.

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LONDON MARATHON

Women's world record holder Paula Radcliffe finishes her final London Marathon in two hours, 36 minutes, 55 seconds

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/15 at 11:19 am

TRIATHLON

Olympic champion Alistair Brownlee wins the World Series event in Cape Town on his return from injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/15 at 11:30 am

RUGBY UNION

Wasps beat Exeter 36-29 to boost their hopes of reaching the Premiership play-offs and dent those of the Chiefs

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/15 at 4:54 am

FOOTBALL

Chelsea midfielder Eden Hazard wins PFA Player of the Year award

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/15 at 4:55 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Bayern Munich claim a third consecutive Bundesliga title courtesy of Wolfsburg's defeat by Borussia Monchengladbach

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/15 at 11:07 am

SNOOKER

Shaun Murphy beats Anthony McGill 13-8 to reach the World Snooker Championship semi-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/30/15 at 8:39 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray beats Germany’s Mischa Zverev 6-2 6-2 in his first clay-court match of 2015 at the Munich Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/30/15 at 3:09 pm

FOOTBALL

Tottenham full-back Ben Davies is out of Wales' Euro 2016 qualifier against Belgium in June after having shoulder surgery

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/01/15 at 6:27 am

SNOOKER

Shaun Murphy leads Barry Hawkins 13-3 in their World Championship semi-final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/01/15 at 10:03 am

GOLF

Rory McIlroy, Lee Westwood and Jordan Spieth all maintain unbeaten records at the WGC Match Play in San Francisco

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/01/15 at 3:49 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Celtic beat Dundee 5-0, and will win the Scottish Premiership if Aberdeen fail to win on Saturday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/03/15 at 6:34 am

BOXING

Manny Pacquiao says a right shoulder injury prevented him from fighting at his best in his loss to Floyd Mayweather

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/04/15 at 11:35 am

FOOTBALL

Former England and Tottenham striker Jimmy Greaves is in intensive care after suffering a severe stroke.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/04/15 at 11:37 am

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray defeats Philipp Kohlschreiber of Germany 7-6 (7-4) 5-7 7-6 (7-4) to win the Munich Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/04/15 at 11:43 am

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray defeats Philipp Kohlschreiber of Germany 7-6 (7-4) 5-7 7-6 (7-4) to win the Munich Open

http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/82756000/jpg/_82756865_andy_murray_lederhosen_afp.jpg
Andy Murray was presented with a pair of lederhosen after winning the Munich Open

http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/82755000/jpg/_82755335_472124516.jpg

http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/82756000/jpg/_82756983_andy_murray_car_ap.jpg
...and won a sportscar too.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/15 at 1:06 pm

FOOTBALL

Derby boss Steve McClaren turns down the chance to become Newcastle manager for the final three games of the season

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/15 at 6:49 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Juventus beat holders Real Madrid 2-1 in the Champions League semi-final first leg in Turin

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/15 at 8:30 am

FORMULA 1

Williams test driver Susie Wolff says she feels a long way from becoming the first woman to race in Formula 1 for 40 years

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/15 at 5:52 am

FOOTBALL

Memphis Depay, 21, agrees deal to sign for Man Utd from PSV Eindhoven in region of £25-30m, subject to medical

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/15 at 5:54 am

SPANISH FOOTBALL

Spanish football suspended: Is the season really over? Why has this happened? Who will be champions?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/15 at 6:02 am

FOOTBALL

Former England and Tottenham striker Jimmy Greaves is in intensive care after suffering a severe stroke.
Former England and Tottenham striker Jimmy Greaves is out of intensive care after suffering a severe stroke on Sunday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/15 at 6:03 am

BOXING

Manny Pacquiao says a right shoulder injury prevented him from fighting at his best in his loss to Floyd Mayweather
Manny Pacquiao has surgery on his injured right shoulder following his loss to Floyd Mayweather in boxing's richest fight

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/15 at 6:03 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray beats Kohlschreiber in three sets for the second time in three days after a 1am start at the Madrid Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/15 at 8:53 am

The Harlem Globetrotters have a new star: none other than Pope Francis himself.

The basketball team arrived in the Vatican on Wednesday as part of a tour of Italy.

The Pope was presented with a framed Globetrotters shirt adorned with the name Pope Francis, and the number 90 on the back.

He also took time out from his weekly general audience to be taught a few basketball skills.

The Globetrotters, a basketball exhibition team, were founded in 1926, and were one of the first to feature African-American players at a time of segregation in the United States.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/15 at 8:57 am

CRICKET

Debts of the first-class counties owed to the England and Wales Cricket Board have dropped by more then £5m in one year.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/15 at 10:47 am

FOOTBALL

Aston Villa is the subject of a £150m takeover bid led by Paul Smith, formerly Chelsea’s business affairs director

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/15 at 10:48 am

HORSE RACING

Hans Holbein wins Chester Vase to give trainer Aidan O'Brien record-equalling sixth victory in race

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/15 at 2:15 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE

Keighley Cougars' Danny Jones died of a heart attack caused by a hereditary disease, the post mortem reveals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/15 at 3:25 pm

TENNIS

Andy Murray moves into the quarter-finals of the Madrid Open with a 6-2 6-0 victory over Marcel Granollers

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/08/15 at 12:15 pm

BOXING

Carl Froch has been stripped of his WBA super-middleweight belt for not defending his title and could announce his retirement next week.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/15 at 1:45 am

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray reaches the semi-finals of the Madrid Masters with a 6-4 7-5 victory over Milos Raonic

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/15 at 3:56 am

FOOTBALL

Relegated Blackpool accept the resignations of manager Lee Clark and assistant manager Alan Thompson

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/15 at 8:33 am

CRICKET

Andrew Strauss is named director of England Cricket, while BBC Sport understands coach Peter Moores will be sacked

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/15 at 11:03 am

FOOTBALL

Burnley are relegated from the Premier League despite winning 1-0 at Hull City

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/15 at 4:16 pm

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray will face Rafael Nadal in Sunday's Madrid Masters final after beating Kei Nishikori 6-3 6-4

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/15 at 6:20 am

FOOTBALL

QPR advised not to select midfielder Sandro while they work with Home Office to resolve problem with his UK residency visa

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/15 at 8:05 am

TAEKWONDO

Lutalo Muhammad withdraws from Great Britain's squad for the WTF World Championships in Russia because of a knee injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/15 at 8:44 am

ATHLETICS

Betsy Saina wins women's Great Manchester Run from GB's Gemma Steel; Stephen Sambu wins men's race

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/15 at 10:10 am

FOOTBALL

QPR are relegated from the Premier League as Sergio Aguero scores a hat-trick in a 6-0 win for Manchester City

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/15 at 12:40 pm

ATHLETICS

Two-time Olympic champion Haile Gebrselassie retires from competitive running, ending a 25-year career

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/15 at 2:46 pm

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray beats Rafael Nadal 6-3 6-2 to win the Madrid Masters, his first victory against the Spaniard on clay

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/15 at 4:41 am

FOOTBALL

Lower-league footballer Tim Nicot becomes the second Belgian player to die of cardiac arrest in the last two weeks

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/15 at 7:16 am

FORMULA 1

Red Bull say they will pull out of Formula 1 if either they cannot get a competitive engine or Audi do not join with them

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/15 at 7:17 am

FORMULA 1

Nico Rosberg wins the Spanish Grand Prix as Mercedes team-mate Lewis Hamilton fights back from a slow start to take second.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/15 at 12:56 pm

CRICKET

Kevin Pietersen hits an unbeaten 326 for Surrey against Leicestershire to send a message to the England selectors

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/15 at 1:34 pm

ATHLETICS

Britain's Heather Watson reaches the Italian Open second round with a 6-3 6-1 victory over Roberta Vinci

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/15 at 3:39 am

CRICKET

Kevin Pietersen hits an unbeaten 326 for Surrey against Leicestershire to send a message to the England selectors
Kevin Pietersen told he will not play for England after meeting national director Andrew Strauss following his 326 for Surrey

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/15 at 4:03 am

CYCLING

Mark Cavendish wins a second straight stage by again beating Peter Sagan in a sprint finish in stage two of the Tour of California

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/15 at 5:35 am

FOOTBALL

Bafetimbi Gomis heads a late winner as Swansea beat third-placed Arsenal 1-0 in the Premier League at Emirates Stadium

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/15 at 7:15 am

AMERICAN FOOTBALL

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady will appeal against a ban issued to him over under-inflated balls

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/15 at 3:27 pm

FOOTBALL

Chelsea's Eden Hazard beats Harry Kane and John Terry to win the Football Writers' Association's player of the year award

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/15 at 4:08 am

CRICKET

Cricket Australia confirms that it will commission an independent review into the death of batsman Phillip Hughes

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/15 at 4:55 am

RUGBY UNION

Alan Solomons signs a 12-month extension as Edinburgh head coach despite missing his target finish in the Pro12

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/15 at 7:10 am

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray pulls out of his Italian Open third-round match against David Goffin, citing 'fatigue'

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/15 at 8:48 am

TENNIS

Women's world number one Serena Williams pulls out of the Italian Open with an elbow injury that is affecting her serve

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/15 at 8:49 am

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray pulls out of his Italian Open third-round match against David Goffin, citing 'fatigue'

TENNIS

Women's world number one Serena Williams pulls out of the Italian Open with an elbow injury that is affecting her serve
Could be a better weekend for the underlings in tennis?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/15 at 9:50 am

HORSE RACING

Golden Horn, trained by John Gosden, wins Dante Stakes at York from stablemate Jack Hobbs

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/15 at 11:16 am

CRICKET

Adam Lyth will make his England debut in the first Test against New Zealand at Lord's, with Mark Wood also in the squad

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/15 at 1:11 pm

CRICKET

Kevin Pietersen 'maybe' deserves chance to be considered for England selection in future, says former team-mate Ian Bell

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/16/15 at 4:31 am

TRIATHLON

Spain's Javier Gomez outsprints Alistair Brownlee of Britain to win the Yokohama leg of the World Triathlon Series

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/16/15 at 9:37 am

GOLF

World number one Rory McIlroy is three shots off the lead at the halfway stage of the Wells Fargo Championship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/16/15 at 12:21 pm

RUGBY UNION

England sevens qualify on behalf of Team GB for the Rio 2016 Olympics

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/16/15 at 2:31 pm

FOOTBALL

Steven Gerrard bids farewell to a standing ovation at Anfield as Liverpool are beaten 3-1 by Crystal Palace

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/17/15 at 8:54 am

CRICKET

The International Cricket Council will not send umpires to Pakistan for the series against Zimbabwe because of security concerns

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/17/15 at 9:35 am

NETBALL

England win the Netball Europe Championship title with a 64-22 defeat of hosts Northern Ireland

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/17/15 at 10:44 am

FOOTBALL

Boca Juniors thrown out of Copa Libertadores after fans force tie with Argentine rivals River Plate to be abandoned

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/17/15 at 11:51 am

TENNIS

Maria Sharapova wins third Italian Open title with 4-6 7-5 6-1 final win over Carla Suarez Navarro

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/17/15 at 11:59 am

TENNIS

Novak Djokovic wins a fourth Italian Open by beating Roger Federer in straight sets in Rome

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/17/15 at 2:23 pm

FOOTBALL

Lionel Messi's goal sees Barcelona regain the Spanish title with a 1-0 victory at 2014 champions Atletico Madrid

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/17/15 at 2:47 pm

CRICKET

New Zealand beat Worcestershire by 15 runs on day four of their tour match at Worcester

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/17/15 at 5:18 pm

CYCLING

Peter Sagan wins the Tour of California with a dramatic third-place finish in Sunday's final stage, won by Mark Cavendish

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/18/15 at 5:46 am

CRICKET

Stuart Broad apologises for missing a sponsor's event after a reported drinking session with ex-team-mate Matt Prior

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/18/15 at 8:13 am

GOLF

Rory McIlroy wins the PGA Tour's Wells Fargo Championship by seven shots after shooting a course-record 61 on Saturday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/18/15 at 2:48 pm

TAEKWONDO

GB's Damon Sansum beats Aaron Cook on the way to winning a silver medal at the World Taekwondo Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/18/15 at 3:43 pm

CRICKET

Keith Barker hits the fifth first-class century of his career for Warwickshire as Durham struggle on a rain affected day.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/15 at 4:44 am

FOOTBALL

Two goals from Saido Berahino helps West Brom beat Chelsea 3-0 as Cesc Fabregas is sent off

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/15 at 10:16 am

CRICKET

Jason Gillespie says it is flattering to be linked with the England job but he would need some persuading to leave Yorkshire

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/15 at 11:26 am

CRICKET

The County Championship looks set to be curtailed so that more emphasis can be placed on the limited-overs game with the ECB having agreed in principle to cut the number of games played by each team a season.

http://www.espncricinfo.com/england/content/story/878297.html

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/15 at 9:24 am

GOLF

Padraig Harrington pulls out of this week's BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth because of a shoulder injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/15 at 2:26 pm

CRICKET

England are 354-7 at the close on day one of the first Test against New Zealand at Lord's

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/15 at 3:07 pm

FOOTBALL

Liverpool winger Jordon Ibe and defender Jon Flanagan sign new contracts to stay at Anfield

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/15 at 9:52 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray drawn in same half as Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic at French Open and will play a qualifier in his first match

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/15 at 11:45 am

TENNIS

Britons Johanna Konta and Kyle Edmund qualify for the French Open main draw

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/15 at 4:42 pm

CRICKET

New Zealand are 303-2 at the end of day two of the first Test against England at Lord's, a deficit of 86 runs

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/23/15 at 8:36 am

CRICKET

Play will restart at 14:45 BST in the first Test between England and New Zealand after a rain delay at Lord's

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/23/15 at 11:28 am

GOLF

Francesco Molinari and Byeong Hun An share the lead on -14 after round three of the PGA Championship at Wentworth

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/24/15 at 5:46 am

TENNIS

Swiss Roger Federer & Romanian third seed Simona Halep are first out on court as the French Open starts in Paris

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/24/15 at 5:46 am

TENNIS

Swiss Roger Federer & Romanian third seed Simona Halep are first out on court as the French Open starts in Paris
Federer is on television right now!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/24/15 at 7:38 am

TENNIS

Swiss Roger Federer & Romanian third seed Simona Halep are first out on court as the French Open starts in Paris
First Round: Roger Federer (SUI) beats Alejandro Falla (COL) 6-3, 6-3 6-4

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/25/15 at 7:12 am

CRICKET

New Zealand struggle to 21-3 at lunch, chasing 345 to beat England in the first Test at Lord's.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/25/15 at 1:04 pm

CRICKET

New Zealand struggle to 21-3 at lunch, chasing 345 to beat England in the first Test at Lord's.
England bowl New Zealand out for 220 in their second innings to win the first Test at Lord’s by 124 runs

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Written By: nally on 05/25/15 at 1:06 pm

NBA - East Conference Finals: Cleveland Cavaliers take a 3-0 series lead on the Atlanta Hawks.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/25/15 at 3:52 pm

TENNIS

Kyle Edmund and Heather Watson join Andy Murray in round two on a successful day for Britain at the French Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/15 at 8:15 am

CRICKET

England appoint Australian Trevor Bayliss as their new coach, succeeding Peter Moores who was sacked in early May

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/15 at 9:16 am

TENNIS

Rafael Nadal beats France's Quentin Halys 6-3 6-3 6-4 as he begins his bid for a 10th French Open title

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/15 at 11:52 am

FOOTBALL

Nigeria and Liverpool forward Asisat Oshoala is named as the first BBC Women's Footballer of the Year

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/15 at 3:51 pm

TENNIS

Top seed Serena Williams makes swift progress into round two of the French Open, beating Andrea Hlavackova 6-2 6-3

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/15 at 3:13 am

ATHLETICS

Usain Bolt wins his first race of the year in Europe, but fails to break 20 seconds in the 200m in Ostrava

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/15 at 4:45 am

FOOTBALL

A Fifa news conference confirms the 2018 and 2022 World Cups will still be played in Russia and Qatar respectively

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/15 at 9:04 am

TENNIS

Third seed Simona Halep is beaten in straight sets by Croatia's Mirjana Lucic-Baroni at the French Open

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Written By: nally on 05/27/15 at 12:47 pm

NBA: Cleveland Cavaliers sweep the Atlanta Hawks to win the Eastern Conference Finals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/15 at 9:18 am

LATEST

Top seed Serena Williams wins 5-7 6-3 6-3 against Anna-Lena Friedsam of Germany to reach the French Open third round

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Written By: nally on 05/28/15 at 11:34 am

NBA: Golden State Warriors defeat Houston Rockets to win the Western Conference Finals.

The final championship round ("Finals") will be Golden State Warriors vs. Cleveland Cavaliers.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/15 at 11:39 am

TENNIS

Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Serena Williams reach the French Open third round but Caroline Wozniacki suffers a shock defeat

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/15 at 11:39 am

TENNIS

Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Serena Williams reach the French Open third round but Caroline Wozniacki suffers a shock defeat
LATEST

Britain's Heather Watson loses 6-2 6-4 to Sloane Stephens in the French Open second round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/15 at 11:40 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray beats Joao Sousa 6-2 4-6 6-4 6-1

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/15 at 1:36 am

FOOTBALL

Hull City striker Abel Hernandez is banned for three games for punching Manchester United defender Phil Jones

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/15 at 1:36 am

FOOTBALL

Hull City striker Abel Hernandez is banned for three games for punching Manchester United defender Phil Jones
Is it on YouTube?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/15 at 7:41 am

CRICKET

England win the toss and bowl in the rain-delayed second Test against New Zealand at Headingley

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/15 at 8:11 am

CRICKET

England win the toss and bowl in the rain-delayed second Test against New Zealand at Headingley
James Anderson becomes England's first bowler to reach 400 Test wickets, in the second Test against New Zealand

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/15 at 12:42 pm

GOLF

Rory McIlroy is unable to undo the damage of his opening 80 as a 71 leads to his third straight Irish Open missed cut

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/15 at 12:42 pm

TENNIS

Maria Sharapova beats Sam Stosur 6-3 6-4 to reach the fourth round of the French Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/15 at 12:43 pm

TENNIS

Maria Sharapova beats Sam Stosur 6-3 6-4 to reach the fourth round of the French Open
Roger Federer reaches French Open fourth round for 11th year in a row with 6-4 6-3 6-2 win over Damir Dzumhur

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/30/15 at 8:16 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray beats big-hitting Australian Nick Kyrgios 6-4 6-2 6-3 to reach the fourth round of the French open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/30/15 at 8:22 am

CRICKET

Alastair Cook has passed Graham Gooch to become England's leading Test run scorer. The 30-year-old reached 32 on the second day of the second Test against New Zealand at Headingley to overtake Gooch's mark of 8,900, which has stood since 1995. England captain Cook is playing his 114th Test, having made his debut in 2006. The left-hander stands 13th on the all-time list of Test run scorers.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/30/15 at 8:22 am

CRICKET

Alastair Cook has passed Graham Gooch to become England's leading Test run scorer. The 30-year-old reached 32 on the second day of the second Test against New Zealand at Headingley to overtake Gooch's mark of 8,900, which has stood since 1995. England captain Cook is playing his 114th Test, having made his debut in 2006. The left-hander stands 13th on the all-time list of Test run scorers.

http://stats.espncricinfo.com/wi/content/records/223646.html

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Written By: nally on 05/30/15 at 11:30 am

NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs: Tampa Bay Lightning defeat New York Rangers in a deciding Game Seven, 2-0.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/30/15 at 1:26 pm

FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION

Arsenal 4-0 Aston Villa

That's the biggest win in the FA Cup final since Eric Cantona scored twice in a 4-0 win for Manchester United over Chelsea in 1994. Dominant.

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Written By: nally on 05/31/15 at 12:27 pm

NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs: Chicago Blackhawks defeat Anaheim Ducks in a deciding Game Seven, 5-3. :(

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/15 at 7:39 am

TENNIS

Roger Federer beats Gael Monfils 6-3 4-6 6-4 6-1 to move into his 11th French Open quarter-final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/15 at 7:41 am

CRICKET

New Zealand declare their second innings on 454-8, setting England 455 to win the second Test at Headingley

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/15 at 7:42 am

TENNIS

Lucie Safarova beats defending champion Maria Sharapova 7-6 (7-3) 6-4 to reach the quarter-finals of the French Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/15 at 9:36 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray beats Jeremy Chardy 6-4 3-6 6-3 6-2 to reach the French Open quarter-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/15 at 9:37 am

CRICKET

New Zealand declare their second innings on 454-8, setting England 455 to win the second Test at Headingley
Rain stops play at Headingley with England 44-0, chasing a record 455 to win the second Test against New Zealand

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/15 at 9:43 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray beats Jeremy Chardy 6-4 3-6 6-3 6-2 to reach the French Open quarter-finals

http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/83351000/jpg/_83351263_murrayshot_ap.jpg

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/15 at 12:55 pm

San Diego Marathon

A 92-year-old cancer survivor becomes the oldest woman to complete a marathon after crossing the finish line of the Rock 'n' Roll Marathon in San Diego.

Harriette Thompson crossed the finish line on Sunday at 92 years and 65 days old to beat the previous record held by Gladys Burrill, who was 92 years and 19 days old when she completed the 2010 Honolulu Marathon.

Ms Thompson from Charlotte, North Carolina was participating in the San Diego marathon for the 16th time and finished just 17 minutes off her time from last year

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/15 at 7:58 am

CRICKET

England, chasing an improbable 455, resume on 102-5 after lunch on the final day of the second Test against New Zealand.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/15 at 8:32 am

TENNIS

Ana Ivanovic eases into the semi-finals of the French Open with a 6-3 6-2 victory over Elina Svitolina

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/15 at 10:10 am

FOOTBALL

A football commentator has apologised for confusing two opposing teams during an international match.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/15 at 10:30 am

RUGBY UNION

Ireland captain Paul O'Connell will retire from international rugby after this year's World Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/15 at 12:27 pm

CRICKET

England, chasing an improbable 455, resume on 102-5 after lunch on the final day of the second Test against New Zealand.
England lose the second Test against New Zealand by 199 runs to draw the two-Test series 1-1

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/15 at 1:05 pm

TENNIS

Roger Federer exits the French Open, beaten 6-4 6-3 7-6 by fellow Swiss Stan Wawrinka in the quarter-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/15 at 2:49 pm

FOOTBALL

Brendan Rodgers is to remain as Liverpool manager after a meeting with co-owner Tom Werner

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/15 at 5:51 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray will play David Ferrer, while Rafael Nadal takes on Novak Djokovic in the French Open quarter-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/15 at 8:29 am

TENNIS

Serena Williams reaches her fourth French Open semi-final after overcoming Sara Errani 6-1 6-3 at Roland Garros

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/15 at 12:05 pm

TENNIS

World number one Novak Djokovic beats holder Rafael Nadal 7-5 6-3 6-1 in the French Open quarter-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/15 at 12:33 pm

ATHLETICS

Mo Farah's trainer Alberto Salazar and training partner Galen Rupp at the centre of doping allegations

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/15 at 1:14 pm

TENNIS

Britain’s Andy Murray reaches the French Open semi-finals with a 7-6 (7-4) 6-2 5-7 6-1 victory over David Ferrer

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/15 at 5:44 am

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL

England would be ready to host the World Cup in 2022 if it is stripped from Qatar, according to a senior UK government minister.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/15 at 5:46 am

HORSE RACING

Zawraq fails to recover from an injury and will miss the Derby at Epsom on Saturday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/15 at 5:47 am

TENNIS

World number one Novak Djokovic beats holder Rafael Nadal 7-5 6-3 6-1 in the French Open quarter-finals
Rafael Nadal lost on his birthday too!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/15 at 7:59 am

FOOTBALL

Dick Advocaat is set to perform a U-turn and accept a one-year contract to become Sunderland manager

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/15 at 8:52 am

FOOTBALL

Liverpool agree a deal to sign James Milner, 29, from Manchester City, subject to a medical

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/15 at 10:46 am

TENNIS

Czech player Lucie Safarova reaches the French Open final with a 7-5 7-5 victory over 2008 champion Ana Ivanovic

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/15 at 12:04 pm

FOOTBALL

Liverpool agree a deal to sign James Milner, 29, from Manchester City, subject to a medical

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/15 at 1:20 pm

TENNIS

World number one Serena Williams through to French Open final with a 4-6 6-3 6-0 victory over Timea Bacsinszky

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/15 at 1:47 pm

GOLF

Justin Rose and Jordan Spieth are a shot off the clubhouse lead as Tiger Woods shoots a mixed 73 at the Memorial Tournament

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/15 at 1:47 pm

GOLF

Justin Rose and Jordan Spieth are a shot off the clubhouse lead as Tiger Woods shoots a mixed 73 at the Memorial Tournament
Has Tiger Woods found his swing again?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/15 at 2:29 pm

FOOTBALL

Rogerio Ceni has become one of the top 10 all-time goalscorers for Brazilian club Sao Paulo - which is not bad for a goalkeeper. The 42-year-old - a penalty and free-kick expert - scored his 128th goal to beat Santos 3-2 on Wednesday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/15 at 3:07 pm

ATHLETICS

American Justin Gatlin surges to victory in 9.75 seconds in the men’s 100m at the Diamond League meeting in Rome

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/15 at 4:59 am

CRICKET

Somerset wicketkeeper Craig Kieswetter is retiring because of the eye injury he suffered last summer, the county confirm

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/15 at 5:35 am

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL

The Women's World Cup gets under way in Canada on Saturday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/15 at 5:44 am

FRENCH OPEN TENNIS

Stan Wawrinka meets Jo-Wilfried Tsonga in Paris before Andy Murray faces Novak Djokovic

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/15 at 7:59 am

FOOTBALL

Watford name Quique Sanchez Flores as their new head coach after talks break down with Slavisa Jokanovic

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/15 at 11:22 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton finishes fastest in first practice for the Canadian Grand Prix

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/15 at 12:31 pm

HORSE RACING

The 50-1 outsider Qualify claims a surprise victory in an incident-packed Oaks at Epsom

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Written By: nally on 06/05/15 at 12:39 pm

NBA Finals: Golden State Warriors win Game 1, 108-100, take an early 1-0 series lead.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/15 at 1:23 pm

FOOTBALL

Football League clubs will now face a 12-point penalty for going into administration, rather than the current 10

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/15 at 3:15 pm

FRENCH OPEN TENNIS

Andy Murray was fighting to keep his French Open hopes alive when his semi-final against Novak Djokovic was suspended with a storm approaching. The Briton trailed 3-6 3-6 7-5 3-3 when play was brought to a halt at 20:30 local time in Paris.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/15 at 3:27 pm

FOOTBALL

Everton confirm they are to sign Tom Cleverley on a five-year deal from 1 July

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/15 at 3:44 pm

CRICKET

Somerset wicketkeeper Craig Kieswetter is retiring because of the eye injury he suffered last summer, the county confirm

I have just seen pictures of the eye injury, and it does look serious.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/15 at 3:18 am

French Open women's final today when Serena Williams faces Lucie Safarova at Roland Garros

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/15 at 8:38 am

ATHLETICS

Mo Farah's trainer Alberto Salazar and training partner Galen Rupp at the centre of doping allegations
Mo Farah will not end his relationship with Alberto Salazar after saying he has "not seen any clear evidence" that his coach has been involved in doping.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/15 at 8:39 am

TENNIS

Novak Djokovic beats Andy Murray 6-3 6-3 5-7 5-7 6-1 to reach the French Open final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/15 at 10:36 am

TENNIS

World number one Serena Williams wins the French Open by beating Lucie Safarova 6-3 6-7 6-2 in the final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/15 at 10:49 am

FORMULA 1

Nico Rosberg is fastest in an incident-packed final practice for the Canadian Grand Prix, while Lewis Hamilton is last

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/15 at 12:32 pm

GOLF

Tiger Woods shoots his worst professional round with a 13-over-par round of 85 at the Memorial Tournament in Ohio

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/15 at 12:33 pm

HORSE RACING

Golden Horn, ridden by Frankie Dettori, wins the Derby at Epsom

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/07/15 at 12:33 pm

ATHLETICS

Adam Gemili becomes only sixth Briton to run men's 100m in under 10 seconds, clocking 9.97 seconds

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/07/15 at 1:06 pm

TENNIS

Stan Wawrinka beats world number one Novak Djokovic 4-6 6-4 6-3 6-4 to win the French Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/07/15 at 1:08 pm

French Open women's final today when Serena Williams faces Lucie Safarova at Roland Garros

TENNIS

Stan Wawrinka beats world number one Novak Djokovic 4-6 6-4 6-3 6-4 to win the French Open
Winner of the men's and ladies' finals of the French Open share the same initials, both have "SW".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/07/15 at 2:33 pm

CYCLING

Sir Bradley Wiggins has broken the iconic hour record by completing a distance of 54.526km (33.88 miles)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/07/15 at 2:53 pm

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton wins the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix ahead of Mercedes team-mate Nico Rosberg

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/07/15 at 2:54 pm

CYCLING

Team Sky's Peter Kennaugh wins the opening stage of the Criterium de Dauphine

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/07/15 at 3:01 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Barcelona become European champions for the fifth time after they beat Juventus 3-1 in the final in Berlin.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/15 at 6:36 am

FOOTBALL

Aston Villa release striker Darren Bent, who signed for a club record £18m in 2011

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/15 at 6:53 am

FOOTBALL

Liverpool agree a deal to sign Burnley and England Under-21 striker Danny Ings, subject to a medical

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/15 at 12:15 pm

CYCLING

Peter Kennaugh retains the lead of the Criterium du Dauphine as Nacer Bouhanni takes a sprint win in stage two

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/15 at 12:32 pm

FORMULA 1

Red Bull team principal Christian Horner says Renault could leave the sport in 2017 over the engine development ban

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/15 at 11:28 pm

WOMEN'S WORLD CUP

Nigeria twice come from behind to draw 3-3 with Sweden in the first match of day three in Canada

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/15 at 11:29 pm

BOXING

Carl Frampton will defend his IBF super-bantamweight title against Mexican Alejandro Gonzalez Junior in Texas on 18 July

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Written By: nally on 06/09/15 at 1:18 am

Stanley Cup Finals 2015: Tampa Bay Lightning strikes again as they take a 2-1 series lead.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/15 at 1:47 am

CYCLING

Sir Bradley Wiggins has broken the iconic hour record by completing a distance of 54.526km (33.88 miles)
Britain's Alex Dowsett says he wants to regain the hour record after it was broken by Sir Bradley Wiggins

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/15 at 4:47 am

CRICKET

Ex-England all-rounder Chris Lewis is released from prison, saying "wrong choices" led to his jail sentence for smuggling cocaine

Full story:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/cricket/33061048

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/15 at 4:54 am

ATHLETICS

Mo Farah's trainer Alberto Salazar and training partner Galen Rupp at the centre of doping allegations
American coach Alberto Salazar denies claims made in a BBC investigation that he has used illegal doping practices

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/15 at 7:48 am

CRICKET

England bat first in the opening one-day international against New Zealand at Edgbaston

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/15 at 8:21 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Barcelona defender Dani Alves signs a new two-year contract, ending any reported interest from Premier League sides

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/15 at 1:46 pm

ONE DAY CRICKET

New Zealand falter in pursuit of England's record 408-9 score that was set with 100s from Joe Root and Jos Buttler

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/15 at 10:54 pm

ONE DAY CRICKET

New Zealand falter in pursuit of England's record 408-9 score that was set with 100s from Joe Root and Jos Buttler
England beat NZ by 210 runs in their ODI after earlier hitting a record 408-9 with 100s from Joe Root and Jos Buttler

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/15 at 10:54 pm

CRICKET

Yorkshire inflict Middlesex's first Championship defeat this summer, winning by four wickets on day three at Headingley.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/15 at 6:44 am

FOOTBALL

Blackpool chairman Karl Oyston will be banned from all footballing activity for six weeks for sending abusive texts to a fan

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/15 at 7:05 am

FOOTBALL

Newcastle confirm caretaker manager John Carver and coach Steve Stone have left the club

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/15 at 8:21 am

GOLF

Former world number one Tiger Woods says he will play more golf over the summer to improve his world ranking and form.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/15 at 10:16 am

FOOTBALL

Manchester United and Belgium forward Marouane Fellaini not fit to face Wales in Friday's Euro 2016 qualifier in Cardiff

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/15 at 11:56 am

EUROPEAN GAMES

Boxer Nicola Adams will carry GB's flag at the inaugural European Games opening ceremony in Baku on Friday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/15 at 12:55 pm

FOOTBALL

Steve McClaren is appointed as Newcastle United's new head coach

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/15 at 4:11 pm

FOOTBALL

Jurgen Klinsmann's USA beat Germany 2-1 in their international friendly in Cologne

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/15 at 5:38 am

CRICKET

England wicketkeeper Matt Prior retires from international and first-class cricket

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/15 at 6:19 am

EUROPEAN GAMES

Three Austrian athletes are injured in a collision with a bus on the pavement in the athletes' village in Baku, Azerbaijan

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/15 at 7:41 am

TENNIS

British number two Johanna Konta will resume her second-round match against Monica Puig at the Nottingham Open in a few minutes. The match is poised at one set all.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/15 at 8:31 am

WIMBLEDON TENNIS

https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xft1/v/t1.0-9/10153254_10153066728758732_3146182660932311265_n.jpg?oh=1f2f8cc33cd0d5b099d41d8085ad0fc4&oe=562CE45A&__gda__=1443078824_0e1cc879b80f7cbaaf8be709b981b056

The tennis are being prepared for the tournament next month.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/15 at 9:49 am

TENNIS

British number two Johanna Konta beats Monica Puig 4-6 6-4 7-6 (7-5) to reach Nottingham Open quarter-finals

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/15 at 9:51 am

WIMBLEDON TENNIS

https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xft1/v/t1.0-9/10153254_10153066728758732_3146182660932311265_n.jpg?oh=1f2f8cc33cd0d5b099d41d8085ad0fc4&oe=562CE45A&__gda__=1443078824_0e1cc879b80f7cbaaf8be709b981b056

The tennis are being prepared for the tournament next month.
https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xat1/v/t1.0-9/p261x260/11536119_10153067004673732_9097513469312699695_n.jpg?oh=31b17ce5784e22bf1c874626a3f235a7&oe=563084AC

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/15 at 11:13 am

RUGBY UNION

Cardiff Blues appoint Danny Wilson as head coach on a three-year contract following his departure from Bristol

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/15 at 12:34 pm

WOMEN'S WORLD CUP

No action to be taken against France’s Camille Abily for elbowing England’s Laura Bassett in face during their World Cup game

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 06/11/15 at 1:46 pm

Stanley Cup Finals: Chicago Blackhawks tie up the series at 2 games apiece.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/15 at 1:52 pm

TENNIS

Rafael Nadal beats Marcos Baghdatis 7-6 (7-5) 6-7 (4-7) 6-2 to reach quarter-finals of Mercedes Cup in Stuttgart

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/15 at 3:11 pm

FOOTBALL

Sheffield Wednesday sack head coach Stuart Gray

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 06/13/15 at 4:53 pm

NBA Finals also tied up at 2 games apiece.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 06/14/15 at 7:09 pm

NHL Stanley Cup Finals: Chicago Blackhawks take a 3-games-to-2 series lead.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 06/15/15 at 10:53 am

NBA Finals: Golden State Warriors now up 3 games to 2.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: AmericanGirl on 06/15/15 at 10:33 pm

NHL Stanley Cup Finals: Chicago Blackhawks take a 3-games-to-2 series lead.

My Chicago Blackhawks :-* win today 2-0, and hoist the Stanley Cup for the 3rd time in recent history! Way to go Blackhawks :D

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Written By: nally on 06/15/15 at 10:57 pm

My Chicago Blackhawks :-* win today 2-0, and hoist the Stanley Cup for the 3rd time in recent history! Way to go Blackhawks :D

Congratulations to them!!!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/16/15 at 12:24 pm

TENNIS

Rafael Nadal loses 6-3 6-7 6-4 to Alexandr Dolgopolov in the first round at the Aegon Championships at Queen’s

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 06/17/15 at 11:19 am

NBA Finals:

Golden State Warriors win, 4 games to 2, over the Cleveland Cavaliers. Way to go guys!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: AmericanGirl on 06/17/15 at 10:56 pm

NBA Finals:

Golden State Warriors win, 4 games to 2, over the Cleveland Cavaliers. Way to go guys!

Cool! Great job, Warriors! :)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/15 at 6:17 am

FOOTBALL

West Brom striker Saido Berahino is forced to withdraw from the England Under-21 squad through injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/15 at 10:05 am

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray beats Fernando Verdasco 7-5 6-4 to reach the third round at Queen’s

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/15 at 11:54 am

HORSE RACING

Trip To Paris (12-1), ridden by Graham Lee for trainer Ed Dunlop, wins the Gold Cup at Royal Ascot

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/15 at 11:55 am

TENNIS

Defending champion Grigor Dimitrov is beaten by Gilles Muller of Luxembourg in round two at Queen's

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/15 at 11:56 am

NFL

The chairman of the National Football League's health and safety advisory commission believes American football could ban helmets in the future.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/15 at 4:35 am

GOLF

Tiger Woods' struggles continued as he carded a 10-over-par 80 in the first round of the US Open at Chambers Bay.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/15 at 5:25 am

FORMULA 1

Nico Rosberg is fastest in first practice for the Austrian Grand Prix, ahead of Mercedes team-mate Lewis Hamilton

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/15 at 5:56 am

WOMEN'S WORLD CUP

Players and coaches at the Women's World Cup have raised concerns about the artificial pitches being used at venues in Canada.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/15 at 8:56 am

WINTER SPORT

Vanessa-Mae's four-year skiing ban is overturned after she is cleared of helping fix races to qualify for the Sochi Olympics

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/15 at 9:00 am

FOOTBALL

Celtic begin their Premiership title defence at home to Ross County while newly promoted Hearts entertain St Johnstone

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/15 at 10:20 am

WIMBLEDON

https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfp1/t31.0-8/10986181_10153090840123732_5974255035693458780_o.jpg

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/15 at 10:32 am

Great Britain's Mo Farah says he has never taken performance enhancing drugs, after doping allegations were made against his coach Alberto Salazar.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/15 at 12:21 pm

CYCLING

Tour de France organisers threaten to withdraw from the 2016 International Cycling Union calendar, reports Reuters

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CYCLING

Tour de France organisers threaten to withdraw from the 2016 International Cycling Union calendar, reports Reuters
This is still only a headline and I want to know why?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/15 at 12:26 pm

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray wins second set on a tiebreak after losing the first to Gilles Muller in Queen's quarter-finals

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HORSE RACING

Jockey Ryan Moore secures a record-breaking ninth winner at Royal Ascot on Aloft in the Queen's Vase

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/15 at 1:08 pm

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray wins second set on a tiebreak after losing the first to Gilles Muller in Queen's quarter-finals
Britain's Andy Murray reaches the semi-finals at Queen's by beating Gilles Muller 3-6 7-6 (7-2) 6-4

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/15 at 2:20 pm

FOOTBALL

Defender Kieran Trippier joins Tottenham on a five-year contract from Burnley

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/15 at 4:50 am

GOLF

Masters champion Jordan Spieth and fellow American Patrick Reed share the halfway lead at the US Open on five under par

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/15 at 5:17 am

GOLF

Tiger Woods misses the cut at the US Open after shooting a second round 76 to finish 16 over

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/15 at 5:18 am

GOLF

Tiger Woods misses the cut at the US Open after shooting a second round 76 to finish 16 over
The first time he has missed the cut since 2006.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/15 at 6:11 am

CRICKET

Jonny Bairstow replaces Jos Buttler behind the stumps for England's decisive ODI against New Zealand in Durham

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/15 at 7:30 am

FOOTBALL

Liverpool complete the £3.5m signing of highly rated Charlton defender Joe Gomez on a five-year contract

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/15 at 8:34 am

SHOOTING

Team GB's Amber Hill wins gold in the women's skeet final at the European Games in Baku

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/15 at 10:32 am

TENNIS

Kevin Anderson reaches the final after beating Gilles Simon 6-3, 6-7, 6-3 at Queen's

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/15 at 1:38 pm

CRICKET

England beat New Zealand by three wickets (Duckworth-Lewis) in the fifth and final one-day international to win the series 3-2

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/15 at 1:39 pm

TENNIS

Andy Murray's rain-interrupted semi-final against Viktor Troicki at the Aegon Championships will resume at 11:00 BST on Sunday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/15 at 1:40 pm

HORSE RACING

Undrafted, trained by Wesley Ward and ridden by Frankie Dettori, won the Diamond Jubilee Stakes at Royal Ascot

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/15 at 3:54 am

GOLF

Jordan Spieth becomes the youngest winner of the US Open in 92 years after Dustin Johnson three-putts the last.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/15 at 5:37 am

OLYMPICS

Snooker fails in its bid to be included in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/15 at 6:20 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Celtic will face Stjarnan of Iceland in the Champions League second qualifying round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/15 at 6:37 am

FOOTBALL

Man Utd are interested in signing Real Madrid defender Sergio Ramos and Bayern Munich midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/15 at 8:22 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Australian rugby league player James Ackerman dies in hospital after being seriously injured during a match on Saturday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/15 at 8:32 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

Diego Maradona to stand as candidate for Fifa presidency, say reports

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/15 at 8:52 am

TENNIS

Top seed and Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova pulls out of the Aegon International at Eastbourne because of illness

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/15 at 11:45 am

FOOTBALL

Neymar is out of the Copa America and returns home after Brazil opt not to appeal against his four-game ban

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/15 at 12:41 pm

RUGBY UNION

David Strettle withdraws from England's World Cup training squad and is replaced by Bath wing Semesa Rokoduguni

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/15 at 12:45 pm

CRICKET

Ben Stokes has the potential to become one of England's finest players, according to 2005 Ashes hero Andrew Flintoff.

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WOMEN'S WORLD CUP

England head coach Mark Sampson reckons the tournament is "in our hands" as they prepare to face Norway at the Women's World Cup.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/15 at 12:49 pm

WOMEN'S WORLD CUP

England head coach Mark Sampson reckons the tournament is "in our hands" as they prepare to face Norway at the Women's World Cup.
Famous last words?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/15 at 1:18 pm

OLYMPICS

Snooker fails in its bid to be included in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Snooker will bid again to become an Olympic sport after missing out on a place at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics

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TENNIS

British number one Heather Watson beats Varvara Lepchenko 7-6 6-2 in the first round at Eastbourne

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/15 at 2:41 pm

HORSE RACING

Barry Gergahty is to replace retiring 20-time champion jockey AP McCoy as JP McManus' number one rider

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/15 at 2:55 pm

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/15 at 3:56 am

WOMEN'S WORLD CUP

A superb Lucy Bronze goal earns England a 2-1 win over Norway in the last 16 of the Women's World Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/15 at 4:36 am

RUGBY UNION

David Strettle withdraws from England's World Cup training squad and is replaced by Bath wing Semesa Rokodugun

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/15 at 9:41 am

TENNIS

British number two Johanna Konta beats a top 10 player for the first time by defeating Ekaterina Makarova at Eastbourne

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/15 at 9:43 am

BOXING

Boxing great Oscar De La Hoya says he is "very serious" about making a return to the ring at the age of 42

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/15 at 10:22 am

SWIMMING

Great Britain have won a third gold medal in the pool at the European Games in Baku.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/15 at 10:35 am

EUROPEAN GAMES

Swimmer Abbie Wood wins gold for Britain in women's 400m individual medley

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/15 at 10:48 am

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/15 at 11:24 am

FOOTBALL

Italy midfielder Andrea Pirlo is in talks with Major League Soccer side New York City

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/15 at 3:34 pm

CRICKET

England beat New Zealand by 56 runs as the Kiwis' tour ends with a Twenty20 international at Old Trafford

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/15 at 3:42 am

TENNIS

"Can you throw my ball back, please?"

Rafa Nadal is back at the All England Club and chasing a third title.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/15 at 5:28 am

WIMBLEDON

Britain's Andy Murray has been seeded third for Wimbledon as he bids to regain the title he won in 2013.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/15 at 5:29 am

WIMBLEDON

Top seeds - Men's singles

1 Novak Djokovic (SRB), 2 Roger Federer (SUI), 3 Andy Murray (GBR), 4 Stan Wawrinka (SUI), 5 Kei Nishikori (JPN), 6 Tomas Berdych (CZE), 7 Milos Raonic (CAN), 8 David Ferrer (ESP)
9 Marin Cilic (CRO), 10 Rafael Nadal (ESP), 11 Grigor Dimitrov (BUL), 12 Gilles Simon (FRA), 13 Jo-Wilfried Tsonga (FRA), 14 Kevin Anderson (RSA), 15 Feliciano Lopez (ESP), 16 David Goffin (BEL)
Top seeds - Women's singles

1 Serena Williams (USA), 2 Petra Kvitova (CZE), 3 Simona Halep (ROU), 4 Maria Sharapova (RUS), 5 Caroline Wozniacki (DEN), 6 Lucie Safarova (CZE), 7 Ana Ivanovic (SRB), 8 Ekaterina Makarova (RUS)
9 Carla Suarez Navarro (ESP), 10 Angelique Kerber (GER), 11 Karolina Pliskova (CZE), 12 Eugenie Bouchard (CAN), 13 Agnieszka Radwanska (POL), 14 Andrea Petkovic (GER), 15 Timea Bacsinzky (SUI), 16 Venus Williams (USA)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/15 at 7:20 am

TENNIS

Wimbledon finalist Eugenie Bouchard retires from her match against Belinda Bencic at the Aegon International in Eastbourne

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/15 at 8:04 am

RUGBY UNION

Leicester Tigers centre Anthony Allen is forced to retire at the the age of 28 because of a knee injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/15 at 10:34 am

TENNIS

British number two Johanna Konta reaches quarter-finals at Eastbourne by beating Garbine Muguruza 6-4 4-6 6-3

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/15 at 11:36 am

EUROPEAN GAMES

British teenager Luke Greenbank wins 100m backstroke gold as GB win silver in mixed relay

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/15 at 1:07 pm

ATHLETICS

Coach Alberto Salazar issues an open letter to deny allegations that he practised doping techniques on athletes

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/15 at 1:34 pm

HORSE RACING

Trainer Jane Cecil, widow of Sir Henry, is to quit training at the end of the current flat racing season

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/15 at 2:35 pm

RUGBY UNION

Ireland name 45-man training squad for World Cup, with Rhys Ruddock (fractured arm) missing out

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/15 at 3:57 pm

FOOTBALL

England go out of the European Under-21 Championship after a 3-1 defeat by Italy

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/15 at 4:13 pm

CRICKET

Yorkshire beat Notts by an innings and eight runs despite Stuart Broad's 7-84 for the visitors earlier in the day.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/15 at 4:19 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE

Dutch police say they will bring the Tour De France cycle race to a halt to draw attention to a pay dispute. A union that represents officers in the Netherlands said the convoy of road vehicles that runs ahead of the main body of racers will be stopped on a bridge on the event's second day.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/15 at 4:36 am

CYCLING

Great Britain's 2013 Tour de France winner Chris Froome reveals he missed a drugs test while on holiday earlier this year

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/15 at 6:55 am

EUROPEAN GAMES

British super heavyweight Joe Joyce wins his semi-final bout, and secures his World Championships place

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/15 at 7:56 am

TENNIS

Britain's Dan Evans loses 7-6 6-2 7-5 to Japan's Yuichi Sugita in the final round of Wimbledon qualifying

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/15 at 7:57 am

CRICKET

Kent win the toss and field first in their four-day tour match against Australia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/15 at 8:28 am

FOOTBALL

Everton agree a £4.2m deal for Barcelona forward Gerard Deulofeu, who will move to Goodison Park on 1 July

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/15 at 10:30 am

FOOTBALL

Gareth Southgate believes England can win the 2022 World Cup, despite the U21s' early European Championship exit

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/15 at 10:42 am

TENNIS

Former world number one Caroline Wozniacki eases into the semi-finals at Eastbourne with a 7-5 6-1 win over Andrea Petkovic

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CRICKET

Kent win the toss and field first in their four-day tour match against Australia
At close of play, Australia are 348 for 3.

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Written By: nally on 06/25/15 at 1:26 pm

College World Series: Virginia defeats Vanderbilt, 4-2, in the third and final game, to win the series.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/26/15 at 4:38 am

FOOTBALL

Liverpool make a £12.5m offer for Southampton right-back Nathaniel Clyne after an initial £10m bid was rejected.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/26/15 at 10:59 am

Britain's double Olympic champion Mo Farah has announced he will continue to work with his coach Alberto Salazar.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/26/15 at 12:34 pm

CYCLING

Lance Armstrong will go ahead with controversial plans to ride two stages of the Tour de France for charity

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/26/15 at 12:54 pm

WIMBLEDON TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray will begin his Wimbledon campaign against world number 58 Mikhail Kukushkin of Kazakhstan.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/26/15 at 12:55 pm

WIMBLEDON TENNIS

Top seed Serena Williams starts against Russia's Margarita Gasparyan.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/26/15 at 1:02 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE

Leeds Rhinos stand-off Liam Sutcliffe is to miss the rest of the 2015 season and will undergo knee surgery next week

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/26/15 at 2:25 pm

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/26/15 at 2:58 pm

CYCLING

Lance Armstrong will go ahead with controversial plans to ride two stages of the Tour de France for charity
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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/15 at 1:14 am

GOLF

Bubba Watson beats Paul Casey in a play-off for the Travelers Championship, having been tied on 16 under par after four rounds

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/15 at 2:02 am

ATHLETICS

Justin Gatlin becomes the fifth-fastest 200m runner in history as he wins Sunday's final at the American Athletics Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/15 at 3:01 am

WOMEN'S WORLD CUP

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England have no fears about facing reigning world champions Japan in their semi-final on Thursday, says defender Lucy Bronze. The Lionesses reached the last four for the first time in their history with a quarter-final victory over hosts Canada on Saturday. Bronze, who scored in the 2-1 win, said: "Japan are the favourites, we know that, but we're confident. "We know how we can beat them. England are going all the way!"

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/15 at 3:02 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

The temperature is hotting up as we reach the height of the British sporting summer... the first day of Wimbledon has arrived. Defending men's champion Novak Djokovic will open proceedings on Centre Court at 13:00 BST

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/15 at 3:09 am

SOCCER

Bradley Wright-Phillips scored for New York Red Bulls as they beat New York City FC 3-1 in Major League Soccer.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/15 at 4:31 am

CRICKET

England's Mark Wood says a past incident with Shane Watson has him looking forward to bowling to the Australian in the Ashes

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/15 at 5:05 am

CYCLING

Britons Chris Froome, Geraint Thomas, Luke Rowe, Ian Stannard, Pete Kennaugh in Team Sky’s nine-man Tour de France line-up.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/15 at 6:32 am

ATHLETICS

Justin Gatlin becomes the fifth-fastest 200m runner in history as he wins Sunday's final at the American Athletics Championships
Did run like a gun?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/15 at 8:26 am

OLYMPICS

The European television rights for the Olympic Games have been awarded to Eurosport and its parent channel in a 1.3bn euros (£922m) deal.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/15 at 8:49 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Serena Williams reaches round two of Wimbledon after beating Russian 20-year-old Margarita Gasparyan 6-4 6-1

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/15 at 9:14 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

GB's Liam Broady beats Marinko Matosevic in five sets

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/15 at 9:49 am

Why does Maria Sharapova scream/groan so much?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/15 at 10:00 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Novak Djokovic is through in straight sets

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WIMBLEDON 2015

Milos Raonic is through to the second round. The big serving Canadian has beaten Daniel Gimeno-Traver of Spain 6-2 6-3 3-6 7-6. What's going on elsewhere? Over on court eight, the evergreen Tommy Haas has seen off Dusan Lajovic 6-2 6-3 4-6 6-2.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/15 at 11:47 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Lleyton Hewitt has been knocked out of Wimbledon, losing 3-6 6-3 4-6 6-0 11-9 to Jarkko Nieminen in a remarkable match.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/15 at 12:33 pm

WIMBLEDON 2015

Nishikori 6-3 6-7 6-2 3-6 6-3 Bolelli

Kei Nishikori, hampered by an ankle injury, has flopped over the finishline and into the second round.

He will play Colombia's Santiago Giraldo in the next round and will see plenty of the physio before then.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/15 at 12:47 pm

WIMBLEDON 2015

Tuesday's order of play

The order of play has landed, hot and sweaty off the referee's office printer.

Andy Murray has third use of Centre Court - so, best guess, will be on court at around 16:00 BST in his match against Mikhail Kukushkin.

Women's champion Petra Kvitova gets things up and running on Centre Court with Roger Federer to follow against Bosnia's Damir Dzumhur.

Rafael Nadal is first on Court One against Thomaz Bellucci.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/15 at 5:05 am

HORSE RACING

Two-time Cheltenham Gold Cup winner Kauto Star has been put down after suffering a fracture to his pelvis following a fall.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/15 at 6:48 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Kyle Edmund (British) was 4-2 up in the tie-break but he's gone on to lose 7-4, which puts Alexandr Dolgoplov in the driving seat.

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WIMBLEDON 2015

Kyle Edmund (British) was 4-2 up in the tie-break but he's gone on to lose 7-4, which puts Alexandr Dolgoplov in the driving seat.
Edmund 6-7 1-4 Dolgopolov

"Disappointment for Edmund. He has played a lot of matches this year. So he is used to dealing with this. But the difficulty is he has lost some momentum with the stomach injury. This is the one that he wants to win and show that he can do some damage."

"He still is a very young man. He has 10 years in the top 100. That is more than a respectable career."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/15 at 7:12 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Women's champion Petra Kvitova is out on Centre Court.

It really is blazing out there. The sort of day to bleach everything in sight to Wimbledon white and sepia.

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Edmund 6-7 1-4 Dolgopolov

"Disappointment for Edmund. He has played a lot of matches this year. So he is used to dealing with this. But the difficulty is he has lost some momentum with the stomach injury. This is the one that he wants to win and show that he can do some damage."

"He still is a very young man. He has 10 years in the top 100. That is more than a respectable career."
Britain's Kyle Edmund loses 7-6 (7-4) 6-1 6-2 to Alexandr Dolgopolov in the first round at Wimbledon

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/15 at 7:49 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Still to come

Defending women's champion Petra Kvitova isn't wasting time against Kiki Bertens, which means we might see some other Wimbledon champions rather quickly.

Still to come on Centre Court

Damir Dzumhur v Roger Federer
Mikhail Kukushkin v Andy Murray

And some other matches to look out for...

Evgeniya Rodina v Laura Robson (starting imminently)
Heather Watson v Caroline Garcia
Ying-Ying Duan v Eugenie Bouchard

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WIMBLEDON 2015

Defending champion Petra Kvitova wins in 35 minutes

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WIMBLEDON 2015

England football manager Roy Hodgson is soaking up the rays on Centre Court, trying not to think about the clamour for Mark Sampson to take his job on the back of a victorious Womens' World Cup campaign.

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WIMBLEDON 2015

Serena and Venus Williams have withdrawn from the women's doubles. The 12th seeds' place will be taken by lucky losers Misaki Doi of Japan and Stephanie Vogt. No reason has been given as yet

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/15 at 9:06 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Nadal takes second set

Nadal 6-4 6-2 Bellucci

"Nadal's fitness looks very good. He manages his body very well. His schedule will take into account when he needs to rest. Mentally he's working very hard on the court and he can slowly work his way into a bit of form."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/15 at 9:22 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Game, set and match

Federer 6-1 6-3 6-3 Dzumhur

The Fed Express chugs straight into the second round, flattening Damir Dzumdur in just an hour and eight minutes en route.

A Rolls Royce performance, although, obviously other luxury car brands also exist.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/15 at 9:23 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Game, set and match

Federer 6-1 6-3 6-3 Dzumhur

The Fed Express chugs straight into the second round, flattening Damir Dzumdur in just an hour and eight minutes en route.

A Rolls Royce performance, although, obviously other luxury car brands also exist.

"That was like a practice match for Roger Federer." - John Lloyd (former British number one)

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WIMBLEDON 2015

Murray is on next!

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WIMBLEDON 2015

Murray is on next!
Andy Murray faces Mikhail Kukushkin on Centre Court

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WIMBLEDON 2015

Nadal takes second set

Nadal 6-4 6-2 Bellucci

"Nadal's fitness looks very good. He manages his body very well. His schedule will take into account when he needs to rest. Mentally he's working very hard on the court and he can slowly work his way into a bit of form."
Rafael Nadal won in straight sets

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/15 at 9:50 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Game, set and match

Robson 4-6 4-6 Rodina

Bad news for a Brit

Laura Robson has fought the good fight, but it has been a bridge too far from her on her return from injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/15 at 9:56 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Game, set and match

Tsonga 7-6 6-7 6-4 3-6 6-2 Muller

Jo-Wilfried Tsonga has taken the long way round, but has finally arrived in the second round.

He has vanquished Gilles Muller over five sets on court two and remains a possible last-16 opponent for Andy Murray

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WIMBLEDON 2015

At 5-4 in the third set, Murray is serving to win the match.

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WIMBLEDON 2015

At 5-4 in the third set, Murray is serving to win the match.
He wins the game, wins the set, and wins the match!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/15 at 11:53 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Heather Watson wins but Laura Robson goes out

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CRICKET

Peter Moores is appointed as a Nottinghamshire coach, a month after being sacked by England for the second time

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/15 at 1:48 pm

ATHLETICS

British runner Mo Farah says he is "100% clean", following doping allegations against his coach Alberto Salazar

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/15 at 2:03 pm

FOOTBALL

Leicester City have sacked manager Nigel Pearson, with the club saying the working relationship between Pearson and the board was "no longer viable".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/15 at 2:05 pm

WIMBLEDON 2015

Champion Petra Kvitova beats Kiki Bertens, but 2014 runner-up Eugenie Bouchard and third seed Simona Halep are out

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/15 at 3:06 pm

WIMBLEDON 2015

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/15 at 3:52 pm

WIMBLEDON 2015

Aljaz Bedene and James Ward won their opening matches to put four British men into the second round of Wimbledon for the first time since 2006.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/15 at 3:34 am

FOOTBALL

Laura Bassett's injury-time own goal gives Japan a 2-1 win over England in the Women's World Cup semi-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/15 at 7:08 am

The United States asks Switzerland to extradite seven Fifa officials arrested on corruption charges in May

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/15 at 7:09 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

About to start, Andy Murray v Robin Haase on Court One

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/15 at 7:14 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

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The Wimbledon queue in the rain.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/15 at 7:58 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/15 at 8:01 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

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A high calibre of celebrity in the Royal Box this afternoon, if one is allowed to describe the Duchess of Cornwall as a celebrity. The Duchess will be joined by Liverpool forward Adam Lallana, Dragons Den's Theo Paphitis and Olympic swimmer Fran Halsall. Although, the Duchess may be hoping to be seated next to the Duchess of Cambridge's parents or Tim Henman's mum and dad. Although, that is just a crass assumption.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/15 at 8:27 am

HORSE RACING

Irish jockey Eddie Creighton is discharged from hospital just five days after a fall that left him in an induced coma

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/15 at 8:49 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

About to start, Andy Murray v Robin Haase on Court One
Andy Murray beats Robin Haase 6-1 6-1 6-4

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/15 at 8:57 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Federer, Nadal and Kvitova also in action later.

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WIMBLEDON 2015

GB's James Ward wins 6-2 7-6 (7-4) 3-6 6-3 v Jiri Vesely

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/15 at 10:29 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Britain’s James Ward is into the third round of Wimbledon for the first time after beating Czech Jiri Vesely 6-2 7-6 3-6 6-3

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/15 at 10:47 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Roger Federer wins in straight sets on Centre Court

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/15 at 11:22 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Salford head coach Iestyn Harris is unlikely to take charge of the team against Catalans Dragons on Sunday

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Written By: nally on 07/02/15 at 11:24 am

FOOTBALL

Laura Bassett's injury-time own goal gives Japan a 2-1 win over England in the Women's World Cup semi-finals

Yeah, what a bummer that turned out to be for her. I saw this on ESPN last night and she seemed clearly upset. :-\\

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/15 at 1:11 pm

WIMBLEDON 2015

Rafael Nadal trails Dustin Brown 7-5 3-6 6-4 on Centre Court

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/15 at 1:19 pm

Yeah, what a bummer that turned out to be for her. I saw this on ESPN last night and she seemed clearly upset. :-\\
The pictures looked distressing

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/15 at 1:19 pm

WIMBLEDON 2015

Aljaz Bedene unable to make it three British men through

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/15 at 1:53 pm

WIMBLEDON 2015

Dustin Brown beats Rafael Nadal 7-5 3-6 6-4 6-4

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/15 at 1:55 pm

WIMBLEDON 2015

Dustin Brown beats Rafael Nadal 7-5 3-6 6-4 6-4

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/15 at 2:28 pm

CRICKET

South Africa's cricket team apologise to the Bangladesh military for using a drone at a practice session in Dhaka.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/15 at 2:45 pm

CRICKET

Northants had to settle for a draw with Division Two leaders Lancashire as bad light and rain ended their hopes of victory at Old Trafford.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/15 at 1:36 pm

WIMBLEDON 2015

Britain's Heather Watson loses an epic third-round match to top seed Serena Williams 6-2 4-6 7-5 on Centre Court

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/15 at 1:38 pm

WIMBLEDON 2015

Defending champion Novak Djokovic & French Open champion Stan Wawrinka reach fourth round; Grigor Dimitrov is out

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/15 at 3:52 pm

HOCKEY

Australia beat GB's men 3-1 in the semi-final of the World League in Belgium

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/15 at 3:52 pm

FORMULA 1

World champion Lewis Hamilton says he is 'in trouble' for this weekend's British GP after finishing fourth in practice

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/15 at 4:02 am

CYCLING

Defending champion Vincenzo Nibali's team Astana is involved in a drug-related controversy on eve of Tour de France

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/15 at 4:21 am

CRICKET

Former England and Derbyshire wicketkeeper Bob Taylor is in hospital after having a heart attack.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/15 at 4:21 am

FOOTBALL

Sunderland sign Wales international Adam Matthews from Scottish champions Celtic on a four-year deal for a fee of £2m

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/15 at 4:22 am

CRICKET

Birmingham Bears' Brendon McCullum smashed a record breaking 158 not out off 64 balls against Derbyshire at Edgbaston, the highest ever T20 Blast score.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/15 at 5:38 am

CRICKET

Australia fast bowler Ryan Harris retires from cricket, Cricket Australia says

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/15 at 5:41 am

CRICKET

Australia fast bowler Ryan Harris retires from cricket, Cricket Australia says

Forced to retire from all cricket with a knee injury just four days before the start of the Ashes. How big a setback for the Aussies?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/15 at 7:15 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Brown loses first set to Troicki

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/15 at 7:53 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

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WIMBLEDON 2015

Seven-time Wimbledon champion Roger Federer beats Sam Groth in four sets to reach the fourth round

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CYCLING

Rohan Dennis wins the Tour de France first stage; Vincenzo Nibali +43secs; Chris Froome +50s; Alberto Contador +58s

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/15 at 11:43 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton beat team-mate Nico Rosberg in an all-Mercedes battle for pole position at the British GP.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/15 at 12:28 pm

WIMBLEDON 2015

Britain's James Ward is beaten in five sets by Vasek Pospisil in the third round of Wimbledon

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/15 at 12:46 pm

WIMBLEDON 2015

Defending champion Petra Kvitova suffered a shock early Wimbledon exit as former world number one Jelena Jankovic fought back to secure a third-round victory.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/15 at 1:44 pm

FOOTBALL

Coming up, England v Germany in the Women's World Cup third-place play-off

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/15 at 2:27 pm

WIMBLEDON 2015

Britain's Andy Murray beats Andreas Seppi in four sets to reach the last 16 of Wimbledon

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/15 at 7:28 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

No Wimbledon today, the players are at rest.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/15 at 8:18 am

FOOTBALL

Fara Williams's extra-time penalty earns England a 1-0 win over Germany in the Women's World Cup third-place play-off

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/15 at 8:19 am

FOOTBALL

Chile beat Argentina 4-1 on penalties to win the Copa America final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/15 at 8:20 am

FOOTBALL

French and German presidents applied pressure before the 2018 and 2022 World Cup votes, Fifa president Sepp Blatter says.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/15 at 8:57 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton wins a thrilling wet-dry British Grand Prix after losing the lead in a frantic start to the race

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/15 at 9:39 am

SNOOKER

John Higgins beat Martin Gould 9-8 in the final of the Australian Open to take his 27th ranking title

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/15 at 9:52 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton wins a thrilling wet-dry British Grand Prix after losing the lead in a frantic start to the race

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/15 at 12:45 pm

CYCLING

Andre Greipel wins Tour de France second stage with Mark Cavendish fourth; Fabian Cancellara takes yellow jersey.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/15 at 12:56 pm

HOCKEY

GB secure a third-place finish in the World League tournament in Belgium with a 5-1 win over Asian champions India.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/15 at 12:57 am

FOOTBALL

Carli Lloyd scored an incredible 13-minute hat-trick as the United States thrashed Japan to win their third Women's World Cup title.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/15 at 3:22 am

FOOTBALL

Phil Neville confirms he has joined Valencia as assistant manager

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/15 at 5:04 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Order of play:

Centre Court
Serena Williams (USA) vs Venus Williams (USA)
Ivo Karlovic (CRO) vs Andy Murray (GBR)
Roberto Bautista Agut (ESP) vs Roger Federer (SUI)

Court One
Maria Sharapova (RUS) vs Zarina Diyas (KAZ)
Stan Wawrinka (SUI) vs David Goffin (BEL)
Novak Djokovic (SRB) vs Kevin Anderson (RSA)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/15 at 5:09 am

GOLF

Rory McIlroy totally ruptures a ligament in his ankle and looks set to miss the Open, which begins in nine days' time at St Andrews

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/15 at 6:25 am

CRICKET

Charlotte Edwards to lead an experienced England women's Ashes squad, including Lydia Greenway, Heather Knight, Anya Shrubsole

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/15 at 7:33 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Centre Court
Serena Williams (USA) vs Venus Williams (USA)
Someone in the crowd shouts out "Come on Williams!" ;D

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/15 at 8:17 am

Someone in the crowd shouts out "Come on Williams!" ;D

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/15 at 8:24 am

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Williams won!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/15 at 8:24 am

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Serena 6-4 6-3 Venus

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/15 at 8:41 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Cheers emanating from Court Two and that's because Richard Gasquet has beaten Nick Kyrgios 7-5 6-1 6-7 (7-9) 7-6. That's the end of the headline-making Aussie in this tournament.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/15 at 8:44 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Now on Centre Court
Ivo Karlovic (CRO) vs Andy Murray (GBR)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/15 at 11:47 am

CYCLING

Britain's Chris Froome finishes second in the third stage of the Tour de France to take the leader's yellow jersey

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/15 at 11:48 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Now on Centre Court
Ivo Karlovic (CRO) vs Andy Murray (GBR)
Murray beats Karlovic 7-6 (9-7) 6-4 5-7 6-4

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/15 at 12:05 pm

CYCLING

Britain's Chris Froome finishes second in the third stage of the Tour de France to take the leader's yellow jersey
The Tour de France was temporarily brought to a halt by one of the worst crashes in the history of the race during Stage Three on Monday.

Fabian Cancellara, wearer of the Yellow Jersey, was involved in the high-speed collision with several other riders with about 50km left, causing at least four riders to abandon.

The crash, involving more than 20 riders, was so severe that the race had to be stopped for more than 10 minutes as riders received medical treatment.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/15 at 1:25 pm

BOXING

British heavyweight Tyson Fury will fight world champion Wladimir Klitschko in Dusseldorf on 24 October

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/15 at 1:27 pm

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Djokovic warming up.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/15 at 1:33 pm

Memoires!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/15 at 1:39 pm

WIMBLEDON 2015

Djokovic trails Anderson 7-6 on Court One

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/15 at 1:40 pm

WIMBLEDON 2015

Federer beats Bautista Agut 6-2 6-2 6-3

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/15 at 3:08 pm

WIMBLEDON 2015

Play suspended - bad light
Djokovic 6-7 (6-8) 6-7 (6-8) 6-1 6-4 Anderson

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/15 at 3:16 pm

WIMBLEDON 2015

Play suspended - bad light
Djokovic 6-7 (6-8) 6-7 (6-8) 6-1 6-4 Anderson
To be continued tomorrow

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/15 at 3:19 pm

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Ilie Nastase at Wimbledon, in full military honours.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/15 at 3:50 pm

FOOTBALL

FC Barcelona agree deal to sign Atlético de Madrid midfielder Arda Turan for a fee of £29m

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/15 at 2:58 am

FOOTBALL

Manchester City sign 18-year-old Turkey striker Enes Unal from Bursaspor for an undisclosed fee

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/15 at 3:42 am

BOXING

Floyd Mayweather is stripped of the WBO welterweight belt he won from Manny Pacquiao for failing to pay a mandatory fee

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/15 at 4:14 am

BOXING

Floyd Mayweather is stripped of the WBO welterweight belt he won from Manny Pacquiao for failing to pay a mandatory fee
Does this mean Manny Pacquiao has now won?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/15 at 6:18 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray, James Ward and Jamie Murray are named in the GB Davis Cup squad for next week's France tie

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/15 at 6:50 am

FOOTBALL

Blackpool Supporters' Trust launch a £16m bid to buy the League One club from the Oyston family

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/15 at 7:46 am

Bavalan Pathmanathan dies after being struck in chest by ball

A cricketer has died after being struck on the chest by a ball during a local league match in Surrey.

Bavalan Pathmanathan, 24, was batting for Manipay Parish Sports Club in the British Tamil League on Sunday at Long Ditton recreation grounds
.
An air ambulance was called but he later passed away from his injuries.

In November, Australia batsman Phillip Hughes died two days after being struck on the top of the neck by a ball during a domestic match in Sydney.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/15 at 8:15 am

ATHLETICS

Mo Farah to compete in the London Anniversary Games, in the former Olympic Stadium on 24 July

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/15 at 8:30 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Novak Djokovic wins his thriller against Kevin Anderson 6-7 6-7 6-1 6-4 7-5 after fighting back from two sets down

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/15 at 8:36 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Sharapova leads Vandeweghe 6-3 on Centre Court

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/15 at 8:41 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Novak Djokovic wins his thriller against Kevin Anderson 6-7 6-7 6-1 6-4 7-5 after fighting back from two sets down
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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/15 at 10:39 am

CYCLING

Tony Martin wins stage four of the Tour de France, to take the yellow jersey from Britain's Chris Froome

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/15 at 10:48 am

WIMBLEDON

Jamie Murray & John Peers beat Alexander Peya & Bruno Soares 6-4 7-6 (7-3) 6-3 to reach the men’s doubles semi-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/15 at 11:03 am

WIMBLEDON

Ex-champion Maria Sharapova withstands some heavy hitting from American Coco Vandeweghe to reach a fifth SW19 semi-final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/15 at 11:55 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Serena Williams trails Azarenka 6-3 on Centre

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/15 at 12:19 pm

WIMBLEDON 2015

Serena Williams trails Azarenka 6-3 on Centre Court
Now Williams 3-6 6-2 Azarenka on Centre Court

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/15 at 1:08 pm

WIMBLEDON 2015

Serena Williams recovers from a set down to beat Victoria Azarenka and set up a semi-final against Maria Sharapova]

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/15 at 1:09 pm

FOOTBALL

Belfast side Crusaders beat Levadia Tallinn on away goals in the Champions League after a 1-1 draw in Estonia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/15 at 1:43 am

CRICKET

England captain Alastair Cook has challenged his players to reignite the cricketing fervour of 2005 when the Ashes get under way in Cardiff on Wednesday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/15 at 2:09 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

First on Centre: Andy Murray vs Vasek Pospisil.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/15 at 2:10 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

First on Centre: Andy Murray vs Vasek Pospisil.
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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/15 at 2:16 am

CRICKET

England captain Alastair Cook has challenged his players to reignite the cricketing fervour of 2005 when the Ashes get under way in Cardiff on Wednesday.
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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/15 at 2:59 am

RUGBY UNION

Dan Carter slots 20 points to give the All Blacks a tense 25-16 victory over Samoa in their first visit to Apia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/15 at 3:57 am

FOOTBALL

Ex-Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard says he feels "lucky" to be in the same New York City team as Italy's Andrea Pirlo.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/15 at 4:35 am

FOOTBALL

Tottenham sign Belgium defender Toby Alderweireld from Atletico Madrid on a deal until 2020

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/15 at 4:55 am

CRICKET

England captain Alastair Cook has challenged his players to reignite the cricketing fervour of 2005 when the Ashes get under way in Cardiff on Wednesday.

England win toss & bat
Play starts at 11:00 BST
England unchanged from NZ series
Australia pick Rogers & Hazlewood

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/15 at 5:38 am

FOOTBALL

Junior Dian, 24, dies after collapsing during a pre-season game between non-league Tonbridge Angels and Whyteleafe

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/15 at 5:39 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

WICKET
Lyth c Warner b Hazlewood 6 (Eng 7-1)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/15 at 7:35 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

The Centre Court roof is being closed for Andy Murray's Wimbledon quarter-final against Vasek Pospisil because of rain.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/15 at 8:09 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

The Centre Court roof is being closed for Andy Murray's Wimbledon quarter-final against Vasek Pospisil because of rain.
Play has resumed.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/15 at 10:24 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Seven-time champion Roger Federer beat Gilles Simon 6-3 7-5 6-2 to reach the semi-finals

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/15 at 10:51 am

GOLF

Rory McIlroy announces he will not play in next week's Open Championship

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/15 at 10:51 am

Play has resumed.
Andy Murray beats Vasek Pospisil 6-4 7-5 6-4 to reach the Wimbledon semi-finals

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/15 at 10:52 am

CYCLING

German Andre Greipel wins stage five of the Tour de France, with Mark Cavendish third

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/15 at 12:13 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE

Cardiac screening to be compulsory in professional and semi-pro competitions, following death of Keighley's Danny Jones

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/15 at 1:12 pm

WIMBLEDON 2015

Top seed Novak Djokovic beats Marin Cilic 6-4 6-4 6-4 to reach the Wimbledon semi-finals

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/15 at 1:13 pm

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

England close the first day of the Ashes in Cardiff on 343-7 thanks to a Joe Root century

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/15 at 6:57 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Second Day:

Moeen Ali's rapid 77 helps England post 430 in the first innings in the opening Ashes Test in Cardiff

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/15 at 6:58 am

FOOTBALL

Wales achieve their highest Fifa world ranking, entering the top 10 for the first time, with England one place above them

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/15 at 6:59 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Women's semi-finals day
- Muguruza v Radwanska at 13:00 BST
- Williams v Sharapova approx 15:00 BST

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/15 at 9:27 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Women's semi-final
Muguruza beats Radwanska 6-2 3-6 6-3

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/15 at 11:05 am

RUGBY UNION

The BBC will share the rights to broadcast rugby union's Six Nations Championship with ITV for the next six years

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/15 at 11:15 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Top seed Serena Williams beats Maria Sharapova 6-2 6-4 and faces Spain's Garbine Muguruza in the Wimbledon final.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/15 at 11:15 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Top seed Serena Williams beats Maria Sharapova 6-2 6-4 and faces Spain's Garbine Muguruza in the Wimbledon final.
It's all over for Shoutapova!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/15 at 11:36 am

CYCLING

Germany's Tony Martin retains the yellow jersey despite being involved in a late crash in stage six of the Tour de France

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/15 at 2:18 pm

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Second Day:

Moeen Ali's rapid 77 helps England post 430 in the first innings in the opening Ashes Test in Cardiff

...and takes two wickets to give England the upper hand on a tight second day of the first Ashes Test

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/15 at 3:28 pm

WIMBLEDON 2015

Briton Jamie Murray and Australian partner John Peers reach the Wimbledon doubles final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/15 at 11:43 pm

CYCLING

Germany's Tony Martin retains the yellow jersey despite being involved in a late crash in stage six of the Tour de France
Tony Martin quits Tour de France after breaking collarbone on stage six - Chris Froome regains yellow jersey

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/15 at 2:52 am

BOXING

Anthony Joshua will fight Dillian Whyte for the British heavyweight title in November or December

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/15 at 4:02 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Britain's Andy Murray bids to reach his third Wimbledon final when he takes on seven-time champion Roger Federer.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/15 at 5:02 am

ATHLETICS

Usain Bolt will compete at the London Anniversary Games at the Olympic Stadium on 24 July, British Athletics confirms

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/15 at 5:57 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Men's singles semi-final day
- Djokovic v Gasquet at 13:00 BST
- Followed by Murray v Federer

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/15 at 6:55 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xap1/t31.0-8/11717576_10153147447118732_7193031146794710926_o.jpg

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/15 at 7:02 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Australia collapse against a dominant England on the third morning of the first Ashes Test.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/15 at 8:08 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Men's singles semi-final

Djokovic leads Gasquet 7-6 (7-2)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/15 at 9:03 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Men's singles semi-final

Djokovic leads Gasquet 7-6 (7-2) 6-4

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/15 at 9:52 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Men's singles semi-final

Djokovic beats Gasquet 7-6 (7-2) 6-4 6-4

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/15 at 10:01 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Britain's Jordanne Whiley and partner Yui Kamiji of Japan reach the wheelchair ladies' doubles final at Wimbledon

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/15 at 12:27 pm

WIMBLEDON 2015

Andy Murray loses in straight sets to Roger Federer in the Wimbledon semi-finals

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/15 at 2:58 pm

Tour de France 2015

Italian cyclist Luca Paolini has been expelled from the Tour de France after testing positive for cocaine.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/10/15 at 4:24 pm

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Australia need 412 to win the first Ashes Test after an authoritative display from England on the third day in Cardiff

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/11/15 at 5:51 am

FOOTBALL

Former England midfielder Frank Lampard's debut for New York City FC is delayed after he strains a calf

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/11/15 at 5:57 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Australia need 412 to win the first Ashes Test

WICKET
Rogers c Bell b Broad 10 (Aus 19-1)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/11/15 at 6:14 am

FOOTBALL

Newcastle sign Netherlands midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum from PSV Eindhoven for £14.5m

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/11/15 at 8:36 am

FOOTBALL

Former Liverpool midfielder Gary McAllister appointed first-team coach at Anfield

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/11/15 at 8:37 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Women's finals day

- Serena Williams v Garbine Muguruza in first set

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/11/15 at 8:37 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Women's finals day

- Serena Williams v Garbine Muguruza in first set
Williams will hold all four Grand Slam titles if she wins

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/11/15 at 8:56 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Lunch scorecard:
http://c.files.bbci.co.uk/4C73/production/_84217591_scorecard.png

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/11/15 at 9:03 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Women's finals day

- Serena Williams v Garbine Muguruza in first set
http://c.files.bbci.co.uk/ECAF/production/_84219506_c0efc1f8-9911-47b5-8f9e-119fbde3f4ff.jpg

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/11/15 at 9:44 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Serena Williams wins a sixth Wimbledon title and 21st Grand Slam as she beats Garbine Muguruza 6-4 6-4

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/11/15 at 10:03 am

WIMBLEDON 2015

Serena Williams wins a sixth Wimbledon title and 21st Grand Slam as she beats Garbine Muguruza 6-4 6-4
http://c.files.bbci.co.uk/16A13/production/_84219629_wimbledon.jpg

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/11/15 at 10:24 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Tea scorecard:
http://c.files.bbci.co.uk/124FA/production/_84220057_scorecard.png

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/11/15 at 11:38 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

England beat Australia by 169 runs to win the first Ashes Test at Cardiff

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/11/15 at 12:25 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE

Chris Froome holds on to the lead of the Tour de France after Stage 8 to Mur de Bretagne

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/11/15 at 12:57 pm

WIMBLEDON 2015

Serena Williams wins a sixth Wimbledon title and 21st Grand Slam as she beats Garbine Muguruza 6-4 6-4
http://c.files.bbci.co.uk/1250E/production/_84222057_serenawilliams.jpg

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/14/15 at 7:41 am

CRICKET

Cricket Australia is expected to confirm later that wicketkeeper Brad Haddin will miss the second Test at Lord's for personal reasons

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/14/15 at 8:33 am

FOOTBALL

Tottenham goalkeeper Hugo Lloris has suffered a broken wrist and could miss the start of the Premier League season.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/14/15 at 10:54 am

TOUR DE FRANCE

Yesterday was a rest day for the cyclists.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/14/15 at 10:54 am

TOUR DE FRANCE

Britain's Chris Froome wins stage 10 of the Tour de France to build an overall lead of two minutes and 52 seconds

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/14/15 at 1:42 pm

FOOTBALL

Striker Robin van Persie's move from Manchester United to Istanbul club Fenerbahce is completed

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/15 at 1:44 am

FOOTBALL

Raheem Sterling says he is ready to challenge for major honours after completing his £49m move from Liverpool to Manchester City.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/15 at 5:12 am

CRICKET

The Champions League Twenty20 has been discontinued with immediate effect. The tournament, which has run since 2009 and featured the top T20 sides from most of the major Test-playing countries, has been cancelled because of "limited public following". Launched by the cricket boards of India, Australia and South Africa, the competition had an overall prize fund of $6m (£3.8m).

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/15 at 6:12 am

CRICKET

England all-rounder Moeen Ali is a doubt for the second Ashes Test against Australia at Lord's with a side injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/15 at 11:14 am

TOUR DE FRANCE

Tinkoff-Saxo's Rafal Majka wins stage 11 of the Tour de France in the Pyrenees; Chris Froome holds overall lead

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/15 at 11:18 am

RUGBY UNION

Scotland add another ‘kilted Kiwi’ to their World Cup training squad, as back-row John Hardie joins from Highlanders

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/15 at 11:54 am

FOOTBALL

Stoke sign 19-year-old winger Moha El Ouriachi from Barcelona

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/15 at 12:02 pm

GOLF

Former conservatory maker Mark Young plays in his first Open at St Andrews - just eight months after turning pro.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/15 at 4:42 pm

HORSE RACING

Top jockey Ryan Moore is out of hospital after injuring his neck in a starting-stalls accident at Newmarket last week

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 07/15/15 at 6:29 pm

GOLF

Former conservatory maker Mark Young plays in his first Open at St Andrews - just eight months after turning pro.

Yay...we have reached ten thousand replies!!

And good for Mr. Young. :) Wishing him the best.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/15 at 4:02 am

Yay...we have reached ten thousand replies!!

And good for Mr. Young. :) Wishing him the best.
I will be watching out for him.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/15 at 4:03 am

GOLF

Open Championship 2015 at St Andrews commences today.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/15 at 4:12 am

Can a sporting day get much better?

Ashes Test Cricket at Lord's or Open Golf from St. Andrews

https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xtf1/v/t1.0-9/11745910_10153470816204904_2235963413818790788_n.jpg?oh=a9aaa31788e872417431d61ff211e741&oe=5619427C

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/15 at 4:46 am

FOOTBALL

A Fifa official detained in a raid in Switzerland has been extradited to the US, Swiss authorities say.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/15 at 4:56 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Australia win the toss and will bat first in the second Ashes Test at Lord's

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/15 at 5:45 am

OPEN GOLF

American Robert Streb leads on -6
Jordan Spieth -5 after 8
Tiger Woods +3 after 6

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/15 at 5:46 am

OPEN GOLF

American Robert Streb leads on -6
Jordan Spieth -5 after 8
Tiger Woods +3 after 6

http://c.files.bbci.co.uk/13EF2/production/_84305618_141d10a0-4518-4b38-892a-85123a9d3ca0.jpg

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/15 at 5:54 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Australia win the toss and will bat first in the second Ashes Test at Lord's
England unchanged from Cardiff win
Australia: Nevill & Marsh in for Haddin & Watson

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/15 at 6:35 am

FOOTBALL

Former Cardiff boss Malky Mackay and head of recruitment Iain Moody face no FA action over alleged racist and sexist texts

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/15 at 6:36 am

OPEN GOLF

http://c.files.bbci.co.uk/13EF2/production/_84305618_141d10a0-4518-4b38-892a-85123a9d3ca0.jpg
Jordan Spieth's bid for a third major of 2015 begins with six birdies in 11 holes on the first day of the Open at St Andrews

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/15 at 7:23 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Australia reach 104-1 at lunch on day one of the second Ashes Test against England at Lord's

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/15 at 9:12 am

http://c.files.bbci.co.uk/13EF2/production/_84305618_141d10a0-4518-4b38-892a-85123a9d3ca0.jpg
Jordan Spieth, bidding for a third major of 2015, signs for a five-under 67 on the first day of the Open, two shots off lead

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/15 at 9:27 am

OPEN GOLF

Current leaderboard
http://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/512/amz/vivo/live/images/2015/7/16/7d41ebf8-e012-472a-aed4-3db2088d8ef5.jpg

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/15 at 9:28 am

OPEN GOLF

Current leaderboard

Tiger Woods finishes the first round with a 76 (+4)
http://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/512/amz/vivo/live/images/2015/7/16/955d54d6-85d5-4a54-9b7e-bb380919458f.jpg

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/15 at 9:45 am

GOLF

http://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/480/amz/vivo/live/images/2015/7/16/tweet-621680390122528768-2.jpg

Yes or no?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/15 at 9:46 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

At tea Australia are 191-1

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/15 at 10:48 am

TENNIS

James Ward faces Gilles Simon in the first singles match of Britain's Davis Cup quarter-final against France on Friday

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/15 at 10:49 am

GOLF

http://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/480/amz/vivo/live/images/2015/7/16/tweet-621680390122528768-2.jpg

Yes or no?

No!

http://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/480/amz/vivo/live/images/2015/7/16/tweet-621681977406701569-2.jpg

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/15 at 10:51 am

OPEN GOLF

http://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/512/amz/vivo/live/images/2015/7/16/0728b5de-235e-4711-8b46-863024623eb3.jpg

St Andrews before the wind sets in.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/15 at 2:00 pm

OPEN GOLF

Leaderboard
http://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/512/amz/vivo/live/images/2015/7/16/bc885f92-2727-40cb-b4c2-8a3b004472f0.jpg

Selected others: -5 A Chesters (Eng) -4 G Owen (Eng) L Donald (Eng) D Howell (Eng) M Warren (Sco) -3 T Fleetwood (Eng) -2 J Rose (Eng) S Garcia (Spa) P Mickelson (US) -1 L Westwood (Eng) +4 T Woods (US)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/15 at 2:00 pm

OPEN GOLF

http://c.files.bbci.co.uk/D9BD/production/_84314755_phil_mickleson_lostball_getty.jpg

Phil Mickelson lost in the bushes

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/15 at 2:02 pm

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Australia reach 337-1 after day one of the second Test as Chris Rogers and Steve Smith hit centuries against England at Lord's

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/15 at 2:26 pm

OPEN GOLF

Leaderboard
http://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/512/amz/vivo/live/images/2015/7/16/bc885f92-2727-40cb-b4c2-8a3b004472f0.jpg

Selected others: -5 A Chesters (Eng) -4 G Owen (Eng) L Donald (Eng) D Howell (Eng) M Warren (Sco) -3 T Fleetwood (Eng) -2 J Rose (Eng) S Garcia (Spa) P Mickelson (US) -1 L Westwood (Eng) +4 T Woods (US)
Tiger Woods believes he can make the cut despite carding a four-over-par 76 on day one of the Open at St Andrews.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/golf/33560965

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/15 at 12:02 am

FOOTBALL

Sunderland sign Tottenham defender Younes Kaboul on a four-year deal after agreeing an undisclosed fee

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/15 at 1:56 am

OPEN GOLF

Wet weather delays start of play on second day of the Open at St Andrews. Rain is scheduled to clear approx. 10:00 BST

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/15 at 2:52 am

OPEN GOLF

Wet weather delays start of play on second day of the Open at St Andrews. Rain is scheduled to clear approx. 10:00 BST

http://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/1376/cpsprodpb/7258/production/_84327292_course_pa.jpg

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/15 at 3:57 am

TENNIS

Australia's Bernard Tomic has apologised after being charged with resisting arrest and trespassing by Miami Beach Police

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/15 at 4:21 am

GOLF

Former conservatory maker Mark Young plays in his first Open at St Andrews - just eight months after turning pro.
I cannot see his name on the leaderboard?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/15 at 4:51 am

http://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/1376/cpsprodpb/7258/production/_84327292_course_pa.jpg
The second round of the Open Championship is finally under way after more than three hours' play was lost to heavy rain

http://c.files.bbci.co.uk/84BE/production/_84328933_groundskeepersuserollers_ap.jpg

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/15 at 5:31 am

FOOTBALL

Liverpool meet a £32.5m release clause for Aston Villa's Belgium striker Christian Benteke

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/15 at 6:29 am

RUGBY UNION

Wales prop Rhodri Jones is ruled out of the start of the World Cup after suffering a ruptured pectoral muscle

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/15 at 6:47 am

DAVIS CUP TENNIS

Despite a lack of rest, Andy Murray might be needed across all three days of GB's Davis Cup tie with a talented France.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/15 at 7:15 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Australia reach 424-3 at lunch on day two of the second Ashes Test with England at Lord's

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/15 at 9:16 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Steve Smith scores a double century as Australia pass 500 runs on day two of the 2nd Ashes Test with England at Lord's

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/15 at 10:42 am

DAVIS CUP TENNIS

Andy Murray wins first set 7-5 v Jo-Wilfried Tsonga in Davis Cup quarter-final. France lead tie 1-0

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/15 at 10:58 am

TOUR DE FRANCE

Chris Froome finishes sixth in stage 13 of the Tour de France to hold on to the lead as Greg van Avermaet takes victory

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/15 at 11:04 am

OPEN GOLF

England's Danny Willett leads the Open at St Andrews after carding a second-round 69 to finish on nine under par

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/15 at 11:52 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

England slump to 30-4 in reply to Australia's 566-8 declared on day two of the second Ashes Test against England at Lord's

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/15 at 11:53 am

DAVIS CUP TENNIS

Andy Murray beats Jo-Wilfried Tsonga 7-5 7-6 6-2 to bring GB level with France at 1-1 in their Davis Cup quarter-final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/15 at 1:28 pm

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

England close day two of the second Ashes Test on 85-4 - 481 behind Australia's first-innings total of 566-8 dec

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/15 at 2:12 pm

OPEN GOLF

Leaderboard:
http://c.files.bbci.co.uk/BB48/production/_84344974_fdbd5066-2475-4300-985c-411878d94887.jpg

Selected others: -6 L Donald (Eng) -5 J Rose (Eng) -4 J Spieth (US) -2 P Mickelson (US) S Garcia (Spa) L Westwood (Eng) +5 T Woods (US).

The cut is projected at +1, so it could be that Tiger Woods may fail to qualify for the last two rounds.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/15 at 4:02 pm

OPEN GOLF

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Tom Watson on the Swilcan Bridge at St Andrews, probably the last time he will play competitively there.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/17/15 at 5:05 pm

OPEN GOLF

American Dustin Johnson leads The Open on 10 under par at the end of day two; England's Danny Willett is second on nine under par

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/15 at 2:38 am

OPEN GOLF

High winds have forced the suspension of The Open Championship at St Andrews.

More than 40 players resumed at 07:00 BST on Saturday after heavy rain on Friday had prevented the completion of round two at the Old Course.

However, with 40mph gusts of wind blowing balls across greens, officials indefinitely suspended play at 07:32.

Overnight leader Dustin Johnson of America bogeyed one of the two holes he completed to join England's clubhouse leader Danny Willett on nine under par.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/15 at 2:38 am

FORMULA 1

French Formula 1 driver Jules Bianchi has died from severe head injuries sustained in a crash at the 2014 Japanese Grand Prix, his family says

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/15 at 3:12 am

OPEN GOLF

High winds have forced the suspension of The Open Championship at St Andrews.

More than 40 players resumed at 07:00 BST on Saturday after heavy rain on Friday had prevented the completion of round two at the Old Course.

However, with 40mph gusts of wind blowing balls across greens, officials indefinitely suspended play at 07:32.

Overnight leader Dustin Johnson of America bogeyed one of the two holes he completed to join England's clubhouse leader Danny Willett on nine under par.

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Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/15 at 3:18 am

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Whether or not we will get to see some action at St Andrews within the next few hours remains to be seen. Gusts of up to 40mph have been predicted to last until about 4pm. Monday finish? That's a possibility.

With barely a soul on the Old Course, there is little left to do other than wait.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/15 at 5:27 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Second Test (Day Three):

England resume on 85-4 - 481 behind Australia's first-innings total of 566-8 declared.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/15 at 8:38 am

OPEN GOLF

The Open will finish on Monday for just the second time in its history due to weather delays on Friday and Saturday

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/15 at 9:21 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Second Test (Day Three):

England reach 181-5 at lunch, chasing Australia's first-innings total of 566-8 dec

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/15 at 9:22 am

FORMULA 1

French Formula 1 driver Jules Bianchi has died from severe head injuries sustained in a crash at the 2014 Japanese Grand Prix, his family says
Jenson Button is among those to pay tribute to Bianchi, praising the Frenchman as a 'great guy and a real fighter'

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/15 at 9:49 am

TENNIS

Reigning Wimbledon champion Serena Williams has withdrawn from the Swedish Open in Bastad with an elbow injury.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/15 at 11:10 am

TOUR DE FRANCE

Britain's Stephen Cummings wins his first Tour de France stage

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/15 at 11:11 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Second Test (Day Three):

Australia bat again after bowling England out for 312

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/15 at 11:31 am

DAVIS CUP TENNIS

Andy and Jamie Murray win the doubles to give Britain a 2-1 lead over France in the quarter-final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/15 at 12:38 pm

TRIATHLON

France's Vincent Luis wins the 2015 ITU World Triathlon Hamburg men's race; Brownlee brothers did not take part

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/15 at 1:03 pm

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Second Test (Day Three):

Australia close on at Lord's 362 ahead of England at 108-0 in their second innings

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/15 at 3:41 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL

Brazil legend Pele is back in hospital and has back surgery after suffering from a trapped nerve

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/15 at 3:47 pm

HORSE RACING
Covert Love, trained by Hugo Palmer, wins the Irish Oaks at the Curragh

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/15 at 5:26 pm

BOXING

Carl Frampton beats Mexico's Alejandro Gonzalez Jr on unanimous points to defend his IBF super-bantamweight world title

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/15 at 6:04 pm

BOXING

Scott Quigg stops Kiko Martinez in the second round to defend his WBA super-bantamweight world title

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/15 at 5:43 am

FOOTBALL

Aston Villa striker Christian Benteke to undergo medical at Liverpool in next 48 hours after clubs agree terms of £32.5m deal

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/15 at 6:30 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Second Test (Day Four):

Chris Rogers retires hurt on 49 but Australia take their lead over England to beyond 400 on day four of the 2nd Ashes Test

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/15 at 6:53 am

OPEN GOLF

American Dustin Johnson leads The Open at halfway after another weather-disrupted day, one clear of England's Danny Willett.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/15 at 7:00 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Second Test (Day Four):

Australia declare their second innings on 254-2 to set England a nominal target of 509 to win the 2nd Ashes Test at Lord's

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/15 at 8:04 am

FOOTBALL

Manchester City complete the signing of 18-year-old Fulham forward Patrick Roberts for an undisclosed fee

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/15 at 8:06 am

DAVIS CUP TENNIS

GB's Andy Murray loses the first set of his quarter-final rubber against France's Gilles Simon. GB lead the tie 2-1.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/15 at 9:44 am

OPEN GOLF

Marc Leishman cards third-round 64 to move to nine-under and into the clubhouse lead at The Open, one shot off Dustin Johnson

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/15 at 10:21 am

DAVIS CUP TENNIS

Andy Murray beats France's Gilles Simon 3-1 sets to put Great Britain in Davis Cup semi-finals for the first time since 1981

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/15 at 10:21 am

DAVIS CUP TENNIS

Andy Murray beats France's Gilles Simon 3-1 sets to put Great Britain in Davis Cup semi-finals for the first time since 1981
Who was playing for Great Britain back then?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/15 at 10:57 am

TOUR DE FRANCE

German rider Andre Greipel sprints to his third stage win of the Tour de France as Chris Froome retains his overall lead

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/15 at 10:58 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Second Test (Day Four):

England are bowled out for 103 in a crushing 405-run defeat by Australia

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/15 at 12:04 pm

CRICKET

Ireland join Scotland in qualifying for the World T20 in India next year

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/19/15 at 2:56 pm

OPEN GOLF

Irish amateur Paul Dunne is one of three players leading The Open before the final round on Monday at St Andrews

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/20/15 at 8:59 am

CRICKET

Lancashire's Alviro Petersen and Ashwell Prince put on 501 for the third wicket in their County Championship match

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/20/15 at 9:00 am

CRICKET

Lancashire's Alviro Petersen and Ashwell Prince put on 501 for the third wicket in their County Championship match
BBC Radio Wales Sport's Nick Webb at Colwyn Bay:

"A record-breaking morning session saw Alviro Petersen (270 not out) and Ashwell Prince (229 not out) rack up Lancashire's highest ever partnership of 462, carving the ball to all parts of the field.

"Their stand beat the previous best of 371 by Frank Watson and Ernest Tyldesley against Surrey at Old Trafford back in 1928.

"The partnership is the biggest ever against Glamorgan, while Petersen's knock is also an individual career-best, topping the 210 he scored for Glamorgan against Surrey four years ago."

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/20/15 at 9:01 am

OPEN GOLF

Play is in the way in rain soaked conditions.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/20/15 at 9:41 am

FOOTBALL

Fifa news conference delayed after British comedian Simon Brodkin throws money at president Sepp Blatter

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/20/15 at 9:43 am

OPEN GOLF

Leader: -14 Z Johnson (9)
-13: A Scott (8), M Leishman (5), P Harrington (5), J Day (5), J Spieth (5), L Oosthuizen (4)
-12: S Garcia (6), J Niebrugge (a) (6)
-11: A Wall (13), P Dunne (a) (4)
-10 B Koepka (15), H Matsuyama (13), S Cink (12), J Rose (5)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/20/15 at 11:18 am

OPEN GOLF

Leaderboard:
-16 M Leishman (13); -15 Z Johnson (16)
-14: J Day (11), J Spieth (12) L Oosthuizen (11); -13 A Scott (15)
-12: D Willett (16), S Garcia (13), J Niebrugge (a) (13)
Selected: -11: P Harrington (13), P Dunne (a) (11); -10 J Rose (14)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/20/15 at 11:41 am

OPEN GOLF

Leaderboard:
-16 M Leishman (14); -15 Z Johnson (18), L Oosthuizen (13)
-14: J Day (13), J Spieth (13); -13 J Niebrugge (a) (14)
-12: A Scott (17), S Garcia (14); -11: D Willett (18)
Selected: -10 J Rose (15), P Harrington (13); -8 P Dunne (a) (13)

Leader in the clubhouse at -15 Zac Johnson

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/20/15 at 12:53 pm

OPEN GOLF

-15 Z Johnson (18), M Leishman (18); L Oosthuizen (18), the three have tied for the lead, and there will be a three-way play off.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/20/15 at 1:18 pm

OPEN GOLF

Play-off: Four holes, 1, 2, 17 & 18 - lowest aggregate score wins
-1 L Oosthuizen (1)
-1 Z Johnson (1)
+1: M Leishman (1)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/20/15 at 1:26 pm

OPEN GOLF

Play-off: Four holes, 1, 2, 17 & 18 - lowest aggregate score wins
-2 Z Johnson (2)
-1 L Oosthuizen (2)
+1: M Leishman (2)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/20/15 at 1:43 pm

OPEN GOLF

Play-off: Four holes, 1, 2, 17 & 18 - lowest aggregate score wins
-1 Z Johnson (3)
Level L Oosthuizen (3)
+2: M Leishman (3)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/20/15 at 1:59 pm

OPEN GOLF

Play-off: Four holes, 1, 2, 17 & 18 - lowest aggregate score wins
-1 Z Johnson (4)
Level L Oosthuizen (4)
+2: M Leishman (4)

Winner: Zac Johnson

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/20/15 at 3:55 pm

CRICKET

Australia opener Nicole Bolton is a doubt for Tuesday's Women's Ashes opener after she suffered concussion during training

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/20/15 at 4:51 pm

OPEN GOLF

Play-off: Four holes, 1, 2, 17 & 18 - lowest aggregate score wins
-1 Z Johnson (4)
Level L Oosthuizen (4)
+2: M Leishman (4)

Winner: Zac Johnson

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Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/15 at 4:21 am

FOOTBALL

Tottenham midfielder Benjamin Stambouli joins French champions Paris St-Germain in a five-year £6m deal

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/15 at 4:27 am

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American Zach Johnson is 'honoured' and 'humbled' to win his first Open Championship after victory at St Andrews

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/15 at 4:39 am

WOMEN'S CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

One Day International

Australia win toss & bat
Play starts at 10:30 BST
First game of multi-format Ashes

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/15 at 5:19 am

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Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/15 at 5:40 am

FOOTBALL

Raheem Sterling scores after three minutes on his Manchester City debut against Roma

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/15 at 6:05 am

CRICKET

Former England captain Michael Vaughan wants Jonny Bairstow to replace Gary Ballance for the third Ashes Test.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/15 at 8:23 am

ROWING

Helen Glover and Heather Stanning will defend their world title in September after being named in the GB squad

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/15 at 9:18 am

CRICKET

Former England captain Michael Vaughan wants Jonny Bairstow to replace Gary Ballance for the third Ashes Test.
Jonny Bairstow replaces Gary Ballance in the England squad for the third Ashes Test

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/15 at 10:15 am

FORMULA 1

French Formula 1 driver Jules Bianchi has died from severe head injuries sustained in a crash at the 2014 Japanese Grand Prix, his family says
The world of motorsport has bid farewell to French Formula 1 driver Jules Bianchi at his funeral in his hometown of Nice. World champion Lewis Hamilton and many of Bianchi's colleagues joined family and friends at a service in the city's cathedral while fans gathered outside.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/15 at 10:52 am

WOMEN'S CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

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Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/15 at 11:20 am

FOOTBALL

Chelsea striker Patrick Bamford joins Crystal Palace on a season-long loan after signing a new deal at Stamford Bridge

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/15 at 1:08 pm

WOMEN'S CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

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England begin their defence of the Women's Ashes with a four-wicket win over Australia in the first ODI at Taunton

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/15 at 1:32 pm

FOOTBALL

Argentine midfielder Esteban Cambiasso announces he will not play for Leicester City next season

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/15 at 1:45 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE

Team Sky have released some of Chris Froome's performance data at the Tour de France in an effort to end doping speculation, with boss Sir Dave Brailsford saying he wants people "to be able to judge for themselves".

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/22/15 at 10:43 am

TOUR DE FRANCE

Chris Froome finishes alongside Nairo Quintana in stage 17 to remain overall leader in the Tour de France

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 07/22/15 at 11:20 pm

MLB Hall Of Fame 2015:

The following four players were elected to the National Baseball Hall Of Fame, Class of 2015:

Randy Johnson
Pedro Martinez
John Smoltz
Craig Biggio

They will be inducted this July.

The induction ceremony is this Sunday!!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/15 at 1:32 am

YACHTING

Sir Ben Ainslie will begin Britain's bid to win the 35th America's Cup as the opening leg of the series gets under way in Portsmouth.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/15 at 3:48 am

FOOTBALL

Players clash and objects are thrown from the stands as Mexico win a controversial Gold Cup semi-final against Panama

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/15 at 5:24 am

FOOTBALL

Liverpool sign striker Christian Benteke from Aston Villa for £32.5m to take their number of summer arrivals to seven

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/15 at 5:46 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Celtic beat Icelandic side Stjarnan 4-1 (6-1 agg) to reach the Champions League third qualifying round, to face Qarabag of Azerbaijan

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/15 at 7:27 am

TENNIS

Former British number one Laura Robson claims her first win in almost two years at a Challenger tournament in Canada

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/15 at 8:20 am

RUGBY UNION

Ex-England centre Jordan Turner-Hall is forced to retire from the game at the age of 27 because of injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/15 at 9:38 am

WOMEN'S CRICKET

England start well in pursuit of 260 to win the second ODI of the Women’s Ashes.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/15 at 9:50 am

FOOTBALL

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger says the thought of retirement makes him panic.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/15 at 10:06 am

TOUR DE FRANCE

Chris Froome looks to maintain his lead in the yellow jersey on stage 18 of the Tour de France.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/15 at 10:59 am

RUGBY UNION

Bath's Sam Burgess is not good enough to play at centre for England in the World Cup, says 2003 star Matt Dawson

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/15 at 11:11 am

TOUR DE FRANCE

A French one-two sees Romain Bardet win stage 18 of the Tour de France followed by Pierre Rolland in second

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/15 at 11:38 am

WOMEN'S CRICKET

Australia beat England by 63 runs in the second ODI of the Women's Ashes to level the series 1-1 - live reaction

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/23/15 at 3:48 pm

FOOTBALL

Aberdeen reach the Europa League third qualifying round at the expense of Croatian side Rijeka

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/15 at 6:35 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton is fastest in first practice for the Hungarian GP, as Force India's Sergio Perez rolls his car after a spin

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/15 at 7:29 am

FOOTBALL

Longest bans handed out by Football Association
9 months: Manchester United's Eric Cantona for his 'kung-fu' style kick in 1995
9 months: Chelsea keeper Mark Bosnich who tested positive for cocaine in 2003
8 months: Rio Ferdinand of Manchester United for missing a drugs test in 2003
12 games: Joey Barton of QPR for two counts of violent conduct against Manchester City in 2012
11 games: Sheffield Wednesday's Paolo di Canio for pushing over referee Paul Alcock in 1998
10 games: Former Southampton player David Prutton for shoving referee Alan Wiley in 2005
10 games: Rotherham defender Kirk Broadfoot for abusive/insulting words against Wigan in 2015
9 games: Paul Davis of Arsenal for punching Southampton's Glenn Cockerill in 1988
8 games: Liverpool's Luis Suarez for racially abusing Patrice Evra in 2011
5 weeks: Man United's Roy Keane for comments made in his autobiography in 2003

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/15 at 7:47 am

FOOTBALL

Debutant Fabian Delph is taken off on a stretcher as Man City lose 4-1 to Real Madrid in a pre-season match in Melbourne

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/15 at 8:33 am

FOOTBALL

West Brom suspend takeover talks with an unnamed bidder to end hopes of having a new owner this month

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/15 at 9:49 am

CRICKET

Day two of Australia's tour match at Derby is curtailed by rain with Derbyshire 81-2 in reply to Australia's 413-9

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/15 at 10:35 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton is fastest in second practice for the Hungarian Grand Prix, as drivers and fans pay tribute to Jules Bianchi

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/15 at 10:57 am

TOUR DE FRANCE

Britain's Chris Froome retains the Tour de France yellow jersey after finishing third on stage 19

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/15 at 11:51 am

CRICKET

Two of tonight's T20 Blast games - Surrey v Sussex & Somerset v Middlesex - rained off without a ball bowled

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/15 at 12:16 pm

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Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/15 at 2:34 pm

GOLF

Danny Willett shoots a second-round 62 for a one-shot lead at the halfway stage in the European Masters in Switzerland

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/24/15 at 3:53 pm

ATHLETICS

Usain Bolt wins the 100m final in 9.87 seconds at the Anniversary Games in London; GB's Zharnel Hughes wins 200m in 20.05

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/15 at 6:25 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton tops final practice for the Hungarian GP, as Mercedes team-mate Nico Rosberg breaks down

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/15 at 7:41 am

CRICKET

Australia opener Chris Rogers rejoins the squad ahead of the 3rd Ashes Test with England after suffering a dizzy spell at Lord's

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/15 at 8:32 am

HORSE RACING

Derby winner Golden Horn will miss Saturday's King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes at Ascot because of the ground after heavy rain on Friday

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/15 at 9:37 am

ATHLETICS: ANNIVERSARY GAMES

Shara Proctor sets a new British long jump record of 6.98m

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/15 at 10:31 am

TOUR DE FRANCE

Chris Froome all but secured his second Tour de France title as Thibaut Pinot won the penultimate stage of the race.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/15 at 11:01 am

ATHLETICS: ANNIVERSARY GAMES

Dina Asher-Smith sets GB 100m record of 10.99secs - the first time a British woman has run under 11 seconds

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/15 at 11:50 am

ATHLETICS: ANNIVERSARY GAMES

Botswana's Nijel Amos beats Olympic champion David Rudisha in the 800m

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/25/15 at 12:51 pm

WORLD CUP FOOTBALL

England and Scotland drawn together in World Cup qualifying Group F, while Wales face Republic of Ireland

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/15 at 3:47 am

ATHLETICS

Mo Farah has been questioned by America's anti-doping agency following allegations against his coach Alberto Salazar

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/15 at 5:10 am

TOUR DE FRANCE

Police open fire on car that tried to crash into Tour de France barriers

Read more: http://metro.co.uk/2015/07/26/breaking-news-police-open-fire-on-car-that-tried-to-crash-tour-de-france-barricade-5313141/#ixzz3gzV2zqC3

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/15 at 7:20 am

SAILING

Today's racing at the America's Cup World Series in Portsmouth has been abandoned due to bad weather

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/15 at 8:52 am

CRICKET

The third and final one-day international of the Women's Ashes series between England and Australia at Worcester will now take place on Monday after rain washed out Sunday's play.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/15 at 9:15 am

FORMULA 1

Sebastian Vettel wins the Hungarian GP for Ferrari with Lewis Hamilton of Mercedes sixth after an incident-packed race

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/15 at 10:51 am

WOMEN'S CYCLING

Britain's Lizzie Armitstead finishes fourth as Anna van der Breggen wins La Course by Le Tour de France in Paris

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/15 at 1:39 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE

Britain's Chris Froome wins his second Tour de France title as he crosses the finish line on the Champs-Elysees in Paris

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/15 at 2:12 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE

Britain's Chris Froome wins his second Tour de France title as he crosses the finish line on the Champs-Elysees in Paris

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/15 at 3:37 pm

GOLF

England's Danny Willett wins the European Masters in Switzerland by one stroke from compatriot Matt Fitzpatrick

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/15 at 4:02 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE

Britain's Chris Froome wins his second Tour de France title as he crosses the finish line on the Champs-Elysees in Paris

http://i.telegraph.co.uk/multimedia/archive/03388/froome8_3388231b.jpg

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/15 at 4:03 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE

Britain's Chris Froome wins his second Tour de France title as he crosses the finish line on the Champs-Elysees in Paris
Froome had a relatively uneventful day, sipping champagne for the cameras in the early kilometres as is tradition. A brown paper McDonald's bag getting caught up in his gears was about the only incident of note.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/15 at 5:31 am

FOOTBALL

Manchester United sign 28-year-old Argentine goalkeeper Sergio Romero on a free transfer from Sampdoria

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/15 at 6:06 am

FOOTBALL

Mexico win a record seventh Gold Cup with a dominant win against first-time finalists Jamaica in Philadelphia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/15 at 6:17 am

CRICKET

Third ODI of the women's Ashes between England and Australia at Worcester.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/15 at 8:17 am

FOOTBALL

Manager Louis van Gaal says he may leave Man Utd at the end of his three-year contract to keep a "promise" to his wife

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/15 at 8:18 am

FOOTBALL

Manager Louis van Gaal says he may leave Man Utd at the end of his three-year contract to keep a "promise" to his wife
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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/15 at 9:29 am

CYCLING

Chris Froome says he will "never dishonour" the yellow jersey after becoming the first Briton to win two Tour de France titles.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/15 at 1:49 pm

CRICKET

Australia beat England by 89 runs in the third and final ODI of the Women's Ashes series and now lead 4-2 overall

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/15 at 3:38 pm

FOOTBALL

Major League Soccer side Montreal Impact announce the signing of former Chelsea striker Didier Drogba

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/15 at 3:49 pm

FOOTBALL

Aston Villa sign Ghana striker Jordan Ayew on a five-year deal from French side Lorient

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/15 at 3:52 pm

TENNIS

Bob Brett resigns as director of player development at the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) and will leave the post this week.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/15 at 5:26 am

CRICKET

Former South Africa and Nottinghamshire captain Clive Rice has died aged 66. One of the best all-rounders of his era, he played for Notts between 1975 and 1987 and led them to the County Championship title in 1981 and 1987.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/15 at 8:38 am

ATHLETICS

Jessica Ennis-Hill is named in the GB World Championships squad, while Mo Farah will defend his 5,000 & 10,000m titles

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/15 at 9:44 am

FOOTBALL

UEFA president Michel Platini will announce later this week he wants to be the next president of FIFA

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/15 at 10:14 am

GOLF

Jason Day recovers from his Open disappointment by winning the Canadian Open by a shot from American Bubba Watson.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/15 at 12:11 pm

CRICKET

England bowler Mark Wood a doubt for the third Ashes Test.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/15 at 1:19 pm

DIVING

GB's Jack Laugher and Chris Mears win bronze in the synchronised 3m springboard at World Aquatics Championships in Russia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/15 at 3:44 pm

NFL

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady's four-game ban for his role in the 'deflate-gate' saga is upheld after an appeal

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/15 at 2:24 am

FOOTBALL

Chelsea finish their pre-season tour of North America by defeating Barcelona 4-2 on penalties in Washington DC

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/15 at 5:29 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Third Test (Day One):

Australia win the toss and bat first

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/15 at 7:12 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Third Test (Day One):

Australia reach 72-3 at lunch

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/15 at 8:00 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Third Test (Day One):

Rain stops play, Australia at 72-3

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/15 at 8:23 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Third Test (Day One):

Australia (82-2) lose their fifth wicket against England,

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/15 at 8:39 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Third Test (Day One):

WICKET:
Nevill b Anderson 2 (Aus 86-6)

Australia are six down now as Peter Nevill leaves one which nips back in and smashes into his stumps.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/15 at 10:22 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Third Test (Day One):

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/15 at 11:56 am

HORSE RACING

Former BBC racing commentator Sir Peter O'Sullevan, dubbed the 'Voice of Racing' in a 50-year career, dies aged 97

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/15 at 12:53 pm

TEST CRICKET

England close day one of the third Ashes Test at Edgbaston on 133-3 after Australia are bowled out for 136.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/15 at 2:00 pm

DIVING

Britain's Tom Daley and Rebecca Gallantree combine to win gold in the team event at the World Aquatics Championships

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/15 at 2:43 pm

FOOTBALL

Football Association chairman Greg Dyke reveals England will support Michel Platini's bid for the Fifa presidency

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/15 at 3:36 pm

NFL

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady's four-game ban for his role in the 'deflate-gate' saga is upheld after an appeal
Patriots quarterback Tom Brady accuses the NFL of attempting "to hide evidence" in the 'deflate-gate' scandal

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/15 at 2:02 am

FOOTBALL

South Korea's Chung Mong-joon says he wants to replace Sepp Blatter as Fifa's next president

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/15 at 2:13 am

GOLF

Doubts over the injured Rory McIlroy playing in the US PGA increase after he withdraws from the WGC-Bridgestone Invitational.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/15 at 2:51 am

FOOTBALL

Manchester United have abandoned plans to re-sign 30-year-old forward Cristiano Ronaldo from Real Madrid. United had hoped an offer of £60m would be acceptable, but Real value the Portugal international at £85m.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/15 at 4:27 am

BOXING

WBA orders rematch between British lightweight Anthony Crolla and Colombia's Darleys Perez, promoter Eddie Hearn says

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/15 at 5:30 am

GOLF

The Women's British Open starts at Turnberry

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/15 at 7:18 am

TEST CRICKET

Lunch Scorecard:
http://c.files.bbci.co.uk/3B85/production/_84573251_scorecard_1302.png

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/15 at 8:00 am

PARA-CYCLING

Dame Sarah Storey claims 21st world title in the time trial at the Para-cycling Road World Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/15 at 8:30 am

GOLF: WOMEN'S BRITISH OPEN

Leaders:
Hyo Joo Kim -7; Lydia Ko -6; Cristie Kerr, Q Baek -5;
England's Florentyna Parker tied 5th at -4 after her round of 68

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/15 at 8:51 am

PARA-CYCLING

Dame Sarah Storey claims 21st world title in the time trial at the Para-cycling Road World Championships
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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/15 at 9:18 am

ATHLETICS

A UK Athletics review into Mo Farah's high performance training system has found "no evidence of impropriety".

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/athletics/33723197

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/15 at 9:27 am

CRICKET

South Africa pace bowler Dale Steyn has become the fastest player to take 400 Test wickets, in terms of balls bowled.
Steyn's 400th scalp was Bangladesh opener Tamim Iqbal, caught at slip by captain Hashim Amla on the first day of the second Test in Mirpur.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/15 at 9:42 am

CRICKET

South Africa pace bowler Dale Steyn has become the fastest player to take 400 Test wickets, in terms of balls bowled.
Steyn's 400th scalp was Bangladesh opener Tamim Iqbal, caught at slip by captain Hashim Amla on the first day of the second Test in Mirpur.
http://c.files.bbci.co.uk/DBE8/production/_84569265_dale_steyn_getty.jpg

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/15 at 1:04 pm

GOLF: WOMEN'S BRITISH OPEN

South Korea's Kim Hyo-Joo leads by one shot from New Zealand teenager Lydia Ko.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/15 at 2:06 pm

TEST CRICKET

Australia finish day two of the third Ashes Test 23 runs ahead of England, but with only three wickets left

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/15 at 5:06 pm

FOOTBALL

Southampton make a successful return to European competition by beating Vitesse Arnhem in the Europa League

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Written By: nally on 07/31/15 at 12:33 pm

Olympics: Beijing, China, has been announced as the host city of the 2022 Winter Olympic Games. It has also been reported that Beijing will become the first city to host both Summer and Winter games, having hosted the Summer Olympics in 2008.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/15 at 10:52 am

CRICKET

Australia face a huge challenge to keep hold of the Ashes after their batting was exposed by some quality bowling from James Anderson and Steve Finn in England's eight-wicket victory at Edgbaston.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/15 at 11:22 am

WOMEN'S FOOTBALL

Chelsea beat Notts County 1-0 in the Women's FA Cup Final at Wembley.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/15 at 11:27 am

ARCHERY

Britain's Adam Ravenscroft claims bronze in the compound final of the World Championships in Copenhagen

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/15 at 12:55 pm

CYCLING

GB's Dame Sarah Storey wins gold in road race, her second gold of the Para-cycling World Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/15 at 1:06 pm

OLYMPICS

World sailing's governing body is to test for viruses in Rio's Olympic waters after an investigation showed a health risk

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/02/15 at 6:33 am

TENNIS

Britain's Jamie Murray wins Hamburg Open doubles title with Australian partner John Peers

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/02/15 at 7:28 am

ATHLETICS

World governing body the IAAF is preparing a 'detailed response' to fresh allegations of suspected doping

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/02/15 at 8:10 am

FOOTBALL

Man Utd's Angel Di Maria is set to have a medical in the next 24 hours before a proposed £44.5m move to Paris St-Germain

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/02/15 at 8:10 am

CRICKET

Joe Leach takes a hat-trick with the first three balls of Worcestershire's One-Day Cup match with Northamptonshire

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/02/15 at 8:55 am

TENNIS

World number 10 Rafael Nadal beats Fabio Fognini 7-5 7-5 to win the Hamburg Open

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/02/15 at 9:03 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Hearts begin their Scottish Premiership campaign with a 4-3 home victory over St Johnstone

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/02/15 at 11:45 am

FOOTBALL

Arsenal beat Chelsea 1-0 in the FA Community Shield, with Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain grabbing the only goal

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/02/15 at 12:21 pm

GOLF

South Korea’s Inbee Park wins the Women’s British Open at Turnberry by three shots from compatriot Ko Jin-young

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/02/15 at 1:53 pm

DIVING

Tom Daley finishes third as China's Qiu Bo wins the men's 10m platform at the 2015 World Aquatics Championships in Kazan

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/02/15 at 3:32 pm

CYCLING

BMC's Jean-Pierre Drucker edges out Lotto NL-Jumbo's Mike Teunissen in a sprint finish to win the London-Surrey Classic

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/03/15 at 4:49 am

GOLF

World number 180 Troy Merritt picks up his first PGA Tour victory at the Quicken Loans National in Virginia

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/03/15 at 5:02 am

ATHLETICS

Coach Toni Minichiello questions why the sport has failed to act on data that appears to expose widespread doping

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/03/15 at 7:07 am

The International Olympic Committee will act with "zero tolerance" should allegations of widespread doping in athletics be proven, says president Thomas Bach.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/03/15 at 7:41 am

FOOTBALL

Crystal Palace sign striker Connor Wickham from Sunderland on a five-year deal for an undisclosed fee.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/03/15 at 8:39 am

GOLF

South Korea’s Inbee Park wins the Women’s British Open at Turnberry by three shots from compatriot Ko Jin-young
http://c.files.bbci.co.uk/EFEF/production/_84632416_inbee_afp.jpg

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/03/15 at 9:45 am

SWIMMING

Britain's Adam Peaty wins gold in the 100m breaststroke at the World Aquatics Championships in Kazan, Russia

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/03/15 at 12:41 pm

ATHLETICS

GB's Martyn Rooney wins his appeal after he was not selected for the individual 400m at the World Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/03/15 at 12:48 pm

RUGBY UNION

George North is unlikely to play in Wales' World Cup warm-up on Saturday but may return on 29 August

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/03/15 at 2:30 pm

CRICKET

The future of Northamptonshire County Cricket Club looks uncertain after a request to the ECB for emergency financial help and an examination of the benefits of selling their ground and moving to an out-of-town location.

The club, who have already borrowed several hundred thousand pounds from a group of directors earlier this year, have been instructed by the ECB to undergo an independent financial review to ascertain whether they fill the criteria for borrowing. It is believed they require around £500,000 to meet urgent financial obligations.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/15 at 4:56 am

Lord Coe has described allegations of widespread doping in athletics as a "declaration of war" and says it is time to "come out fighting" to protect the sport's reputation.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/15 at 11:37 am

SWIMMING

Britain win gold as they set a new mixed 4x100m medley world record at the Swimming World Championships in Russia

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/15 at 2:32 pm

DIVING

Britain's Gary Hunt wins gold in the men's high diving at the Swimming World Championships in Kazan, Russia

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/15 at 4:38 pm

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Celtic reach the Champions League play-offs with a 1-0 aggregate win after a 0-0 second leg draw against Qarabag

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/15 at 4:54 pm

TENNIS

Britons Heather Watson and Aljaz Bedene lose their first-round matches in the Washington Open.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/15 at 4:48 am

FOOTBALL

Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere will be out for six to eight weeks after suffering a hairline fracture to his right ankle.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/15 at 4:56 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Fourth Test at Trent Bridge (Day One:

England lead series 2-1 (five Tests)
England: Mark Wood to replace James Anderson
Australia: Shaun Marsh in for Mitchell Marsh
England win toss and bowl

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/15 at 5:23 am

TEST CRICKET

Stuart Broad becomes the fifth England bowler to take 300 Test wickets on the first day of the fourth Ashes Test

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/15 at 5:26 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Fourth Test at Trent Bridge (Day One):

After 2.5 overs Australia are 15 for 4.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/15 at 6:41 am

SWIMMING

Britain's Adam Peaty will not add 200m breaststroke to his three gold medals after going out in heats at World Championships

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/15 at 7:02 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Fourth Test at Trent Bridge (Day One):

Australia are bowled out for 60 by England as Stuart Broad takes 8-15

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/15 at 7:24 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Fourth Test at Trent Bridge (Day One):

England 13-0 at lunch

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/15 at 8:10 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Headlines in Australia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/15 at 10:10 am

FOOTBALL

Manchester United confirm they have sold Argentina midfielder Angel Di Maria to Paris St-Germain

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/15 at 11:03 am

FOOTBALL

Reading have been fined £100,000 by the Football Association for failing to prevent a pitch invasion after their FA Cup quarter-final replay with Bradford.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/15 at 11:03 am

FOOTBALL

Reading have been fined £100,000 by the Football Association for failing to prevent a pitch invasion after their FA Cup quarter-final replay with Bradford.
http://c.files.bbci.co.uk/8C8D/production/_84718953_reading.jpg

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/15 at 11:58 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Fourth Test at Trent Bridge (Day One):

Australia are bowled out for 60 by England as Stuart Broad takes 8-15
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Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/15 at 12:46 pm

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Fourth Test at Trent Bridge (Day One):

Joe Root's century helps England secure a 214-run lead.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/15 at 2:56 am

NETBALL

England beat Scotland 60-19 in their Netball World Cup opener in Sydney

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/15 at 3:11 am

FOOTBALL

West Ham are knocked out of the Europa League in the third qualifying round after a 2-1 loss to Astra Giurgiu (4-3 on agg)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/15 at 3:26 am

BOXING

Floyd Mayweather defends picking Andre Berto as his opponent for what could be his last ever fight

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/15 at 3:27 am

FOOTBALL

Former IOC director general Francois Carrard says he has been approached by Fifa to head its reform taskforce

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/15 at 4:23 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Fourth Test at Trent Bridge (Day One):

Australia are bowled out for 60 by England as Stuart Broad takes 8-15
Australia captain Michael Clarke insists his side will not give up as they look to save the Ashes series at Trent Bridge

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/15 at 4:37 am

FOOTBALL

Ashley Young, 30, signs a new deal to keep him at Manchester United until at least June 2018

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/15 at 4:55 am

GOLF

Northern Ireland's Graeme McDowell shoots a four-under 66 in the first round of the Bridgestone Invitational in Ohio.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/15 at 5:31 am

FOOTBALL

Manuel Pellegrini signs a new two-year contract with Manchester City until June 2017, the club announces

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/15 at 6:04 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Celtic are drawn against Malmo in the Champions League play-offs

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/15 at 6:14 am

FOOTBALL

David De Gea will not play in Man Utd's first game of the season against Spurs, Louis Van Gaal tells a news conference

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/15 at 6:59 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Fourth Test at Trent Bridge (Day Two):

England declare at 391-9, a lead of 331 over Australia

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/15 at 7:06 am

FOOTBALL

Southampton to face Danish side FC Midtjylland in the Europa League play-offs

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/15 at 10:01 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Fourth Test at Trent Bridge (Day Two):

Tea scorecard:

Australia 138-4 and 60 all out - trail by 193 runs

Not out batsmen: Voges 2, Clarke 0

Fall of wickets: 113-1 (Rogers 52), 130-2 (Warner 64), 136-3 (Marsh 2), 136-4 (Smith 5)

Bowling figures: Broad 8-3-15-1, Wood 7-0-47-0, Finn 3-0-30-0, Stokes 8-2-20-3, Moeen 3-0-15-0

England first innings: 391-9 dec (Root 130, Bairstow 74, Moeen 38, Starc 6-111)]

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/15 at 10:29 am

Neville Neville, the father of former England and Manchester United footballers Gary and Phil, has died in Australia. He was taken ill on Tuesday while visiting the country to support his daughter Tracey, who is the England netball coach, during the World Cup. England Netball confirmed the 65-year-old died in hospital in Sydney on Friday evening local time. Mr Neville was a former commercial director of Bury Football Club.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/15 at 10:54 am

TENNIS

Former Wimbledon champion Andy Murray and his wife Kim Sears are expecting their first baby, his agent has confirmed.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/15 at 11:51 am

SWIMMING

Team GB win Britain's first ever men's relay gold at a Swimming World Championships, in the 4x200m freestyle relay

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/15 at 1:04 pm

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Fourth Test at Trent Bridge (Day Two):

England need three more wickets to regain the Ashes against Australia, as bad light ends play for the day

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/15 at 1:36 pm

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Fourth Test at Trent Bridge (Day Two):

England need three more wickets to regain the Ashes against Australia, as bad light ends play for the day

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Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/15 at 1:38 pm

FOOTBALL

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho signs a new four-year deal, the Stamford Bridge club have announced

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/07/15 at 6:01 pm

BOXING

Amir Khan has branded Floyd Mayweather "childish" and believes the American star will not be remembered as a great fighter.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/08/15 at 6:15 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Fourth Test at Trent Bridge (Day Three):

England won by an innings and 78 runs.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/08/15 at 7:53 am

CRICKET: ASHES (ENGLAND v AUSTRALIA)

Fourth Test at Trent Bridge (Day Three):

England won by an innings and 78 runs.

ENGLAND WIN THE ASHES!!!

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Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/08/15 at 9:28 am

FOOTBALL

Kyle Walker's own goal helps Manchester United beat Tottenham 1-0 in the opening match of the Premier League season

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/08/15 at 10:01 am

RUGBY UNION

Australia beat New Zealand 27-19 in Sydney to win the Rugby Championship

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/08/15 at 10:02 am

RUGBY UNION

Australia beat New Zealand 27-19 in Sydney to win the Rugby Championship

A win in Rugby makes up for the cricket?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/08/15 at 10:39 am

CANOEING

Britain’s Kimberley Woods wins the bronze medal in the women’s C1 on day two of the Canoe Slalom World Cup 4 in La Seu d’Urgell, Spain

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/08/15 at 11:03 am

RUGBY UNION

Joe Schmidt's Ireland team beat Wales 35-21 in their World Cup warm-up match in Cardiff

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/08/15 at 1:05 pm

HORSE RACING

Sammy Jo Bell, Emma-Jayne Wilson & Hayley Turner make history by beating three all-male sides to win the Shergar Cup

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/08/15 at 1:16 pm

SWIMMING

Great Britain's Jazz Carlin won an 800m women's freestyle bronze as American Katie Ledecky set a new world record in the race at the World Championships. Carlin was battling for third at the halfway mark and secured a medal with a time of eight minutes 18.15 seconds. But Ledecky's time of 8:07.39 stole the headlines as she knocked nearly four seconds off her own previous mark. "I'm over the moon," Carlin said. "I didn't realise how fast Katie was going but to go 8:07.39 is incredible

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/08/15 at 1:25 pm

ENGLAND WIN THE ASHES!!!

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Australia captain Michael Clarke says he will retire after the final Test at The Oval, following Australia's Ashes series defeat

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/08/15 at 1:39 pm

GOLF

Rory McIlroy stepped up his bid to play in next week's US PGA Championship by playing a practice round at Whistling Straits on Saturday. The world No 1 has been sidelined for the last month after rupturing ligaments in his ankle while playing football with his friends. That injury forced him to miss the defence of his Open title at St Andrews, but he published videos of a training session earlier in the week before heading to Wisconsin.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/10/15 at 10:27 am

CYCLING

Britain's Tour de France champion Chris Froome confirms he will take part in this year's Vuelta a Espana, which begins on 22 August

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/10/15 at 11:15 am

FOOTBALL

Former QPR midfielder Joey Barton will have a medical at West Ham on Monday before a proposed move to Upton Park

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/10/15 at 11:28 am

RUGBY UNION

Northampton forward Tom Wood will captain England in Saturday's international against France at Twickenham

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/10/15 at 11:35 am

FOOTBALL

Chelsea appeal against the red card shown to goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Swansea

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/10/15 at 12:38 pm

CRICKET

Glamorgan deducted two points, fined £9,000 and ordered to forfeit points from abandoned One-Day Cup game to Hampshire

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/10/15 at 12:39 pm

FOOTBALL

The Premier League announces a new deal with American broadcaster NBC to show live football matches for the next six years

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/10/15 at 1:12 pm

FOOTBALL

Raheem Sterling starts for Manchester City against West Brom in Monday's Premier League tie at The Hawthorns

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/10/15 at 1:47 pm

FOOTBALL

Chelsea appeal against the red card shown to goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Swansea

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/10/15 at 2:04 pm

GOLF

Shane Lowry of Ireland claims the biggest win of his career with a two-shot victory at the WGC-Bridgestone Invitational in Ohio

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/10/15 at 2:04 pm

GOLF

Britain's Hannah Burke wins her first Ladies European Tour title with a two-shot victory in the Czech Republic.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/10/15 at 2:52 pm

ATHLETICS

Sprinter Justin Gatlin spearheads a 130-strong US team at next month's World Championships in Beijing

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/10/15 at 2:55 pm

GOLF

World number one Rory McIlroy says he has recovered from injury and is "100% ready" to defend his US PGA title

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/10/15 at 5:05 pm

FOOTBALL

Yaya Toure scores twice as Manchester City win 3-0 at West Brom in their first Premier League game of the season

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/12/15 at 4:38 am

ATHLETICS

Britain's Double Olympic and world champion Mo Farah will attempt to defend his Great North Run title in September

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/12/15 at 6:36 am

FOOTBALL

The Football Association will invest a record £260m in grassroots football over the next four years

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/12/15 at 8:36 am

NETBALL

England beat Wales 78-33 to maintain their hopes of reaching the World Cup semi-finals

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/12/15 at 9:11 am

FOOTBALL

Martyn Rooney, the European 400m champion, will captain the Great Britain team at he World Championships this month

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/12/15 at 10:42 am

Oscar Pistorius is about to be released from prison - 10 months into his five-year sentence

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/12/15 at 4:42 pm

CRICKET

Northants beat Sussex by seven wickets in the quarter final of the T20 Blast

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/15 at 1:47 am

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray beats Tommy Robredo 6-4 7-5 in the second round of the Rogers Cup in Montreal

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/15 at 2:15 am

FOOTBALL

Costa Rica coach Paulo Wanchope resigns after being involved in a fight at an under-23 game in Panama

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/15 at 2:15 am

FOOTBALL

Costa Rica coach Paulo Wanchope resigns after being involved in a fight at an under-23 game in Panama
It is on video somewhere.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/15 at 2:32 am

WOMEN'S CRICKET

England are bowled out for 168 as Australia seize control on day two of the Women's Ashes Test at Canterbury.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/15 at 7:32 am

FOOTBALL

Everton boss Roberto Martinez says defender John Stones will not be sold to Chelsea, despite an expected improved bid

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/15 at 8:03 am

WOMEN'S CRICKET

A thunderstorm halted play at the Women's Ashes Test at The Spitfire Ground in Canterbury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/15 at 8:21 am

RUGBY UNION

Wales drop Lions trio Richard Hibbard, James Hook and Mike Phillips from their revised 38-man World Cup squad

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/15 at 9:06 am

RUGBY UNION

Back-row Hugh Blake will make his Scotland debut in Saturday's World Cup warm-up match against Ireland

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/15 at 9:20 am

WOMEN'S CRICKET

A thunderstorm halted play at the Women's Ashes Test at The Spitfire Ground in Canterbury

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Play will resume at 15:45 BST after rain delays the third day of the Ashes Test, with Australia leading England by 121 runs

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/15 at 10:03 am

FOOTBALL

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says midfielder Jack Wilshere is due to return from an ankle injury in two weeks

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/15 at 11:13 am

FOOTBALL

Leicester boss Claudio Ranieri says Jamie Vardy will not be sacked after claims the striker made a racial slur in a casino

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/15 at 11:31 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Lizzie Jones, widow of ex-Keighley Cougars player Danny Jones, will sing Abide With Me at the Challenge Cup final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/15 at 11:42 am

Play will resume at 15:45 BST after rain delays the third day of the Ashes Test, with Australia leading England by 121 runs
Play resumes on the third day of the Women's Ashes Test, with Australia losing early second-innings wickets

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/15 at 12:34 pm

TENNIS

Australian Nick Kyrgios is fined for an 'insulting remark' he made to Stanislas Wawrinka at the Rogers Cup

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/15 at 1:16 pm

EQUESTRIAN

GB win silver in the European Dressage Championships with a team featuring Olympic champion Charlotte Dujardin

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/15 at 3:06 pm

GOLF

Dustin Johnson makes a strong start at Whistling Straits as Tiger Woods struggles at the US PGA Championship

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/15 at 3:17 pm

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray beats Gilles Muller of Luxembourg 6-3 6-2 to reach the quarter-finals of the Rogers Cup

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/15 at 4:06 pm

TENNIS

Australian Nick Kyrgios is fined for an 'insulting remark' he made to Stanislas Wawrinka at the Rogers Cup

Was it Nick Kyrgios that was swearing at Wimbledon this year?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/14/15 at 3:44 am

NETBALL

England reach semi-finals of Netball World Cup after beating South Africa 62-46 in Sydney

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/14/15 at 11:38 am

WOMEN'S CRICKET

England's women need to win all three remaining games to retain the Ashes as Australia claim the Test in the series by 161 runs.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/14/15 at 4:21 pm

FOOTBALL

Manchester United defeat Aston Villa 1-0 at Villa Park in the Premier League with a goal by Adnan Januzaj

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/14/15 at 4:22 pm

CRICKET

Australia officially confirm Steve Smith will become their next Test captain, with David Warner as vice captain

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/15 at 3:02 am

GOLF

Australians Jason Day & Matt Jones are tied for the US PGA Championship lead as a storm forces round two to be abandoned.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/15 at 8:36 am

RUGBY UNION

Francois Trinh-Duc will win his first France cap for 18 months when they play England at Twickenham on Saturday (20:00 BST)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/15 at 8:53 am

NETBALL

England miss out on a first Netball World Cup final after losing 50-39 to New Zealand in their semi-final in Sydney

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/15 at 9:18 am

RUGBY UNION

Richie McCaw becomes the most capped player in Test history as New Zealand beat Australia to the Bledisloe Cup

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/15 at 10:01 am

GOLF

Australians Jason Day & Matt Jones are tied for the US PGA Championship lead as a storm forces round two to be abandoned.
Australia's Matt Jones leads US PGA Championship by two shots after rain-hit second round is completed on Saturday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/15 at 10:34 am

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray reaches the Rogers Cup semi-finals in Montreal after beating defending champion Jo-Wilfried Tsonga.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/15 at 11:23 am

EQUESTRIAN

British rider Charlotte Dujardin wins dressage gold at the European Championships in Aachen

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/15 at 1:56 pm

CRICKET

Lancashire beat Kent though losing fewer wickets as T20 Blast quarter-final finishes with scores tied

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/15 at 4:26 pm

RUGBY UNION

England beat France 19-14 at Twickenham thanks to two tries from Anthony Watson and one from Jonny May

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/15 at 4:45 pm

TENNIS

World number one Novak Djokovic beats unseeded Jeremy Chardy 6-4 6-4 to reach the Rogers Cup final in Montreal

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/15 at 9:06 am

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray will climb to second in the world rankings on Monday after reaching the Rogers Cup final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/15 at 9:08 am

GOLF

Jason Day takes a two-shot lead over Jordan Spieth into Sunday's final day of the US PGA with Justin Rose one further back

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/15 at 10:43 am

ATHLETICS

Britain's European 200m champion Adam Gemili will not compete at World Championships in Beijing after medical advice

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/15 at 12:28 pm

FOOTBALL

Man City beat Chelsea 3-0 to go top of the Premier League and leave the champions without a win in first two games

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/15 at 1:22 pm

CYCLING

Mark Cavendish marks his track return with second place behind GB team-mate Ed Clancy in the Revolution Series omnium

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/15 at 5:28 pm

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray beats world number one Novak Djokovic 6-4 4-6 6-3 to win the Rogers Cup in Montrea

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/15 at 5:39 pm

TENNIS

Swiss teenager Belinda Bencic wins the Rogers Cup in Toronto as Simona Halep retires trailing 3-0 in the final set

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/17/15 at 5:41 am

GOLF

Jason Day wins his first major title at the US PGA Championship with a record score of 20 under par.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/17/15 at 7:10 am

CYCLING

Chris Froome and Geraint Thomas included in Team Sky's squad for the Vuelta a Espana which begins on Saturday

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/17/15 at 7:50 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

The first British rugby league player to come out as gay has been "overwhelmed" by the reaction of fans and fellow players

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/17/15 at 8:23 am

FOOTBALL

Swansea set to sign Falkirk striker Botti Biabi within 24 hours after clubs agree a six-figure fee and he passes a medical

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/17/15 at 9:51 am

FOOTBALL

UEFA to investigate alleged distribution of an anonymous 'dossier' heavily critical of its president Michel Platini

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/17/15 at 10:00 am

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray will climb to second in the world rankings on Monday after reaching the Rogers Cup final
Confirmed, Andy Murray is now second in the World Rankings.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/17/15 at 10:14 am

FOOTBALL

Watford sign former West Ham midfielder Alessandro Diamanti on a season-long loan, subject to international clearance

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/17/15 at 11:33 am

CRICKET

William Porterfield's fine century leads Warwickshire to a four-wicket win over Sussex in the One-Day Cup

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/17/15 at 12:15 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Barcelona look to overturn a 4-0 deficit against Athletic Bilbao in the Spanish Super Cup

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/17/15 at 12:23 pm

ATHLETICS

London 2012 Olympic 1500m champion Asli Cakir Alptekin has been stripped of her gold medal for doping.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 08/17/15 at 5:22 pm

ATHLETICS

London 2012 Olympic 1500m champion Asli Cakir Alptekin has been stripped of her gold medal for doping.

What a shame. :(

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 08/17/15 at 5:23 pm

GOLF

Jason Day wins his first major title at the US PGA Championship with a record score of 20 under par.

I was watching parts of the event on the Golf Channel over the weekend (that is, when the other channels that I was watching were on commercial break). Congrats to him!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/18/15 at 5:50 am

CRICKET

Australia opener Chris Rogers will retire from Test cricket after the final Ashes Test at The Oval

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/18/15 at 7:06 am

FOOTBALL

Ex-Nicaraguan Football Federation head and Fifa development officer Julio Rocha charged with money laundering and corruption

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/18/15 at 7:12 am

FOOTBALL
Kevin de Bruyne's agent is angry after the Manchester City target was asked on stage to make a statement about his future

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/18/15 at 8:27 am

FOOTBALL

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho will not face action from the Premier League over his public criticism of his medical team

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/18/15 at 8:52 am

RUGBY UNION

Grant Gilchrist will captain Scotland in their second World Cup warm-up match against Italy in Turin on Saturday

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/18/15 at 11:23 am

RUGBY UNION

England name a strong side to face France in Paris, with full-back Mike Brown playing for the first time since March

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/18/15 at 12:20 pm

TENNIS

Swiss 18-year-old Belinda Bencic wins the Rogers Cup as Simona Halep retires hurt in the third set of the final.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/19/15 at 2:33 am

ATHLETICS

British former Olympic champion Lord Coe is elected president of athletics' world governing body, the IAAF

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/19/15 at 7:14 am

CRICKET

England bowler James Anderson will not play in the final Ashes test at The Oval as he has not recovered from a side strain

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/19/15 at 7:32 am

FOOTBALL

Chelsea make 30m euro (£21m) bid for Barcelona winger Pedro as Manchester United end their pursuit of Spaniard

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/19/15 at 9:50 am

Oscar Pistorius is about to be released from prison - 10 months into his five-year sentence
Oscar Pistorius will remain behind bars after his early prison release was denied.

Read more: http://metro.co.uk/2015/08/19/oscar-pistorius-to-stay-behind-bars-after-early-release-is-denied-5350892/#ixzz3jGxkSWWd

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/19/15 at 10:41 am

FOOTBALL

Manchester United are in contention to sign Southampton winger Saido Mane after making a bid for the player

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/19/15 at 12:05 pm

FORMULA 1

Ferrari have decided to retain Kimi Raikkonen as Sebastian Vettel's team-mate for the 2016 Formula 1 season.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/19/15 at 12:13 pm

ATHLETICS

Three-time London Marathon winner Paula Radcliffe has backed the anti-doping agencies in advising athletes not to make their blood data public.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/19/15 at 4:31 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Celtic win their Champions League play-off first leg 3-2 against Malmo, after the Swedish side score a late second

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/15 at 8:49 am

CRICKET

Former England fast bowler Chris Tremlett has announced his retirement from all forms of cricket.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/15 at 4:35 pm

CRICKET

England collapse to 107-8 in reply to Australia's 481 after two days of the final Ashes Test at The Oval

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/15 at 4:59 pm

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray beats France's Richard Gasquet 4-6, 6-1, 6-4 to reach the Cincinnati Open semi-final

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/15 at 5:27 pm

FORMULA 1

Mercedes’ Nico Rosberg sets fastest time in second practice for the Belgian GP before suffering a high-speed tyre failure

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/15 at 5:41 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE

Iestyn Harris is set to leave his position as head coach of Salford Red Devils

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/15 at 5:41 pm

RUGBY UNION

Australia have omitted former captain James Horwill from their 31-man squad for the Rugby World Cup

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/15 at 2:33 am

ATHLETICS

Britain's Jessica Ennis-Hill leads the World Championship heptathlon after two events with Katarina Johnson-Thompson second

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/15 at 6:28 am

HOCKEY

Ireland's men beat France 4-3 in the opening fixture of their EuroHockey Championships campaign

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/15 at 10:17 am

ATHLETICS

Mo Farah made it six global distance titles in a row as he retained his 10,000m crown despite a last-lap stumble to win Britain's first gold of the 2015 World Championships.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/15 at 12:19 pm

HORSE RACING

Litigant, a 33-1 outsider, wins the richest Flat-racing handicap in Europe, the Ebor at York

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/15 at 5:51 am

ATHLETICS

GB's Jessica Ennis-Hill leads the hepathlon with the 800m to go

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/15 at 6:14 am

RUGBY UNION

Captain Chris Robshaw blames England's 'shocking' first-half discipline for their 25-20 defeat by France in Paris

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/15 at 6:17 am

GOLF

Tiger Woods cards a third-round 68 but is two shots behind leader Jason Gore at the Wyndham Championship in North Carolina.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/15 at 6:49 am

CRICKET

Sri Lanka batsman Kumar Sangakkara is out for 18 in his final international innings against India in Colombo

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/15 at 6:50 am

CRICKET

With England eight wickets down and needing 74 to avoid an innings defeat in the final Ashes Test.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/15 at 7:16 am

ATHLETICS

GB's Jessica Ennis-Hill leads the hepathlon with the 800m to go
Jessica Ennis-Hill wins heptathlon gold.

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CRICKET

Danielle Hazell & Danielle Wyatt replace Fran Wilson & Kate Cross in England squad for Ashes Twenty20 games

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ATHLETICS

Usain Bolt struggled to win his 100m semi-final at the World Championships as Justin Gatlin clocked an imperious 9.77 seconds to reach the fin

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ATHLETICS

Britain’s Laura Weightman pulls out of World 1500m semis after suffering head injury in a fall on Saturday

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ATHLETICS

Usain Bolt struggled to win his 100m semi-final at the World Championships as Justin Gatlin clocked an imperious 9.77 seconds to reach the fin
Usain Bolt wins the men's 100m at the World Championships in Beijing, with Justin Gatlin taking silver.

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CRICKET

With England eight wickets down and needing 74 to avoid an innings defeat in the final Ashes Test.
Rain stops play with England two wickets away from a comprehensive defeat by Australia in the final Ashes Test.

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Jessica Ennis-Hill wins heptathlon gold.
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CRICKET

Rain stops play with England two wickets away from a comprehensive defeat by Australia in the final Ashes Test.
Australia win the final Ashes Test at The Oval by an innings and 46 runs but England take the series 3-2.

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FOOTBALL

John Terry was sent off as Pedro inspired Chelsea to a first Premier League win of the season at West Brom.

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SWIMMING

Britain's Keri-anne Payne wins the 10km open water swim Olympic test event in Rio

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FOOTBALL

John Terry was sent off as Pedro inspired Chelsea to a first Premier League win of the season at West Brom.

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TENNIS

Roger Federer beats Novak Djokovic 7-6 (7-1) 6-3 to win the Cincinnati Masters final

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FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton wins the Belgian Grand Prix ahead of Mercedes team-mate Nico Rosberg, with Romain Grosjean third

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/24/15 at 4:19 am

CRICKET

Broadcaster BT Sport says it has secured the live rights to the 2017-18 Ashes cricket series as part of a five-year deal with Cricket Australia.

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RUGBY LEAGUE

London Broncos' Richie Mathers is banned from all rugby league activity for six months over breach of betting rules

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MOTORSPORT

Ex-F1 driver Justin Wilson is in a coma in the USA after being hit on the head by debris in an IndyCar race

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/24/15 at 6:23 am

CRICKET

Moeen Ali could be Alastair Cook's latest opening partner against Pakistan, says England coach Trevor Bayliss

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/24/15 at 6:46 am

ATHLETICS

Andy Vernon reopens a feud with Mo Farah following the Olympic champion's World Championship gold in Beijing

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/24/15 at 7:11 am

RUGBY UNION

The 31-man England squad for the World Cup will be announced on Thursday August 27th.

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ATHLETICS

Jamaica's Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce holds off Netherlands' Dafne Schippers for the 100m World Championships title

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FOOTBALL

Outgoing Fifa president Sepp Blatter has told the BBC that he is "clean" as investigations continue into corruption at world football's governing body.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/24/15 at 11:51 am

FOOTBALL

West Bromwich Albion reject a transfer request from forward Saido Berahino

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ATHLETICS

Justin Gatlin vows to boycott BBC and UK media over ‘biased’ 100m reports

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GOLF

Eight places are booked in Europe's 12-strong team for the Solheim Cup with captain Carin Koch to name four wildcards on Tuesday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/24/15 at 1:15 pm

GOLF

England's David Horsey wins the Danish Open by two shots to claim his fourth European Tour title at Himmerland

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/24/15 at 1:15 pm

GOLF

America's Ryder Cup captain Davis Love III won the Wyndham Championship in North Carolina by one shot.

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HOCKEY

England women qualify for the semi-final of the EuroHockey Championships with a 2-0 win over Italy in Pool B

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/15 at 5:24 am

FOOTBALL

Italy striker Mario Balotelli completes his move from Liverpool to AC Milan on a season-long loan

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FOOTBALL

Captain Kevin Nolan has left West Ham United by mutual consent after four years at the Premier League club.

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RUGBY UNION

Sam Burgess is expected to be named in England’s 31-man squad for the Rugby World Cup when it is announced at 13:45 BST

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ATHLETICS

Usain Bolt wins gold in the 200m at the World Championships in Beijing, beating Justin Gatlin into second place

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ATHLETICS

Usain Bolt wins gold in the 200m at the World Championships in Beijing, beating Justin Gatlin into second place
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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/15 at 9:32 am

ATHLETICS

Usain Bolt wins gold in the 200m at the World Championships in Beijing, beating Justin Gatlin into second place
Usain Bolt's victory celebrations interrupted by rogue Segway

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RUGBY UNION

Bath centre Sam Burgess is named in England’s 31-man squad for the Rugby World Cup, along with Exeter's Henry Slade

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/15 at 11:27 am

U.S. OPEN TENNIS

Britain's Heather Watson faces world number 84 Lauren Davis in US Open first round; Laura Robson drawn against world number 110 Elena Vesnina

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U.S. OPEN TENNIS

TENNISBritain's Andy Murray will play Nick Kyrgios of Australia in the first round of the US Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/15 at 11:29 am

U.S. OPEN TENNIS

TENNISBritain's Andy Murray will play Nick Kyrgios of Australia in the first round of the US Open

Isn't Nick Kyrgios the 'bad boy' of tennis?

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ATHLETICS

Great Britain's Christine Ohuruogu finishes eighth in the 400m final at the World Championships in Beijing

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FOOTBALL

Everton reject transfer request from defender and Chelsea target John Stones, says chairman Bill Kenwright

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FOOTBALL

Southampton are knocked out of the Europa League by FC Midtjylland after losing 1-0 in Denmark to go out 2-1 on aggregate

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CRICKET

England beat Australia by five runs in a thrilling Twenty20 international at Cardiff

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TENNIS

World number one Novak Djokovic beats Joao Souza 6-1 6-1 6-1 to reach the second round of the US Open

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FOOTBALL

Defender Joleon Lescott completes his medical at Aston Villa ahead of a proposed move from West Brom

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/15 at 6:24 am

CRICKET

Essex pace bowler Reece Topley, who made his England T20 debut on Monday, will join Hampshire at the end of the season

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FOOTBALL

West Ham sign Hull striker Nikica Jelavic to add to their earlier loan captures of Alex Song and Victor Moses

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/15 at 6:54 am

FOOTBALL

Virgil van Dijk has a medical at Southampton after a fee with Celtic is agreed, while Saints forward Emmanuel Mayuka joins Metz

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FOOTBALL

Manchester United make a £100,000 move for Newport County's 17-year-old defender Regan Poole

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FOOTBALL

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The summer transfer window opened in England, Scotland and Wales on Wednesday, 1 July at 00:00 BST and will close again on Tuesday, 1 September, at 18:00 BST (00:00 in Scotland).

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FOOTBALL

Bournemouth sign Crystal Palace striker Glenn Murray on a three-year contract for a fee of around £4m

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FORMULA 1

German driver Nico Hulkenberg will drive for Force India until the end of the 2017 season after signing a new two-year deal

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RUGBY UNION

Blair Cowan and John Barclay left out of final Scotland squad for World Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/15 at 9:35 am

CRICKET

India's Ishant Sharma suspended for one Test, Sri Lanka's Dinesh Chandimal suspended for one ODI after clashing during third Test

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GOLF

Brian Harman becomes the third PGA tour player to make two holes-in-one in a single round before Jason Day wins The Barclays.

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FOOTBALL

Manchester United sign forward Anthony Martial from Monaco on a four-year deal

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TENNIS

Britain's Jo Konta extends her winning run to 14 matches as she beats American Louisa Chirico in the US Open first round

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TENNIS

Britain's Aljaz Bedene reaches the second round of the US Open as Ernest Gulbis retires injured at one set all

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FOOTBALL

Premier League clubs spent a record £870m in the summer transfer window, according to business advisory firm Deloitte

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US OPEN TENNIS

Coming up at 00:00 BST - Britain's Andy Murray faces Nick Kyrgios in the US Open first round

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US OPEN TENNIS

Coming up at 00:00 BST - Britain's Andy Murray faces Nick Kyrgios in the US Open first round
7pm in New York?

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CYCLING

Briton Chris Froome's hopes of winning the Vuelta a Espana look over after he crashes in the 11th stage

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TENNIS

Top seed and defending champion Serena Williams beats Kiki Bertens 7-6 (7-5) 6-3 to reach the US Open third round

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DISABILITY SPORT

GB women qualify for the Rio Paralympics by beating Spain at the European Wheelchair Basketball Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/15 at 6:45 am

FORMULA 1

Williams announce they are retaining their driver line-up of Valtteri Bottas and Felipe Massa for the 2016 season

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CRICKET

England captain Eoin Morgan says he is "not interested in playing dull cricket" as his side face Australia in the first ODI on Thursday.

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US OPEN TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray faces Frenchman Adrian Mannarino as three Britons try to reach the US Open third round on Thursday.

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CRICKET

Australia win the toss and elect to bat in the first one-day international against England at Southampton

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CYCLING

Britain's Chris Froome withdraws from Vuelta a Espana because of injury sustained during Wednesday's 11th stage

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AMERICAN FOOTBALL

A US judge overturns Tom Brady's four-game ban for his part in Deflate-gate scandal. NFL can appeal. More soon

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US OPEN TENNIS

GB’s Jo Konta wins first set 7-6 (7-4) v Wimbledon finalist Garbine Muguruza in US Open second round

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CRICKET
Australia win the toss and elect to bat in the first one-day international against England at Southampton
Australia make 305-6 while England's Adil Rashid takes four wickets

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US OPEN TENNIS

GB’s Jo Konta wins first set 7-6 (7-4) v Wimbledon finalist Garbine Muguruza in US Open second round
Jo Konta beats Wimbledon finalist Garbine Muguruza 7-6 6-7 6-2 in US Open second round

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FOOTBALL

Wales beat Cyprus 1-0 in Euro 2016 qualifier thanks to Gareth Bale's second-half header

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/15 at 9:13 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton is fastest in second practice for the Italian GP as Mercedes dominate after introducing an upgraded engine

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US OPEN TENNIS

Andy Murray is happy with his comeback against Adrian Mannarino - but concedes he could pay the price later at the US Open.

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DISABILITY SPORT

GB men's wheelchair basketball team reach the European Championship final after a 77-68 win over Germany

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CRICKET

Gareth Batty's hat-trick seals promotion for Surrey as they beat Derbyshire by an innings and 98 runs at The Oval.

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CRICKET

Lancashire win promotion back to Division One after securing the draw they needed against Kent at Canterbury.

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EURO 2016 QUALIFIERS

Results: Group D: Georgia 1-0 Scotland, Gibraltar 0-4 Rep of Ireland; Group F: Faroe Islands 1-3 N Ireland

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FOOTBALL

England trio Jonjo Shelvey, John Stones & Jamie Vardy will start Saturday's Euro 2016 qualifier with San Marino

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/15 at 8:54 am

US OPEN TENNIS

World number eight Rafael Nadal is out of the US Open after losing a five-set, third-round thriller to Italian Fabio Fognini at Flushing Meadows. Spaniard Nadal's 10-year run of winning at least one Grand Slam singles title was ended by the world number 32, who won 3-6 4-6 6-4 6-3 6-4.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/15 at 2:45 pm

FOOTBALL

England beat San Marino 6-0 to qualify for Euro 2016 finals as Wayne Rooney equals Bobby Charlton's scoring record

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/15 at 2:47 pm

CRICKET

England lose the second ODI by 65 runs against Australia after Ben Stokes is given out obstructing the field at Lord's

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/06/15 at 4:21 am

US OPEN TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray makes swift progress into the US Open fourth round, beating Brazilian Thomaz Bellucci in straight sets.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/06/15 at 4:53 am

US OPEN TENNIS

Five-time champion Roger Federer is through to the US Open fourth round with a commanding victory over Philipp Kohlschreiber

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/06/15 at 5:10 am

CRICKET

Australian all-rounder Shane Watson announces his retirement from Test cricket with immediate effect

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DISABILITY SPORT

Great Britain women beat France 69-39 to win the Euro Wheelchair Basketball Championships bronze medal

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/06/15 at 8:40 am

FORMULA 1

Britain's Lewis Hamilton wins the Italian Grand Prix and takes a commanding lead in the drivers’ championship

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ROWING

Britain's men's eight retain their Rowing World Championship title for a third successive year

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FORMULA 1

Britain's Lewis Hamilton wins the Italian Grand Prix and takes a commanding lead in the drivers’ championship
There will be an investigation after his (Lewis Hamilton) left-rear tyre pressure was found to be below the minimum allowed at the start.

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CRICKET

Gloucestershire beat Yorkshire by eight wickets to reach the final of the One-Day Cup

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FOOTBALL

Wales miss out on the chance to secure early qualification for Euro 2016 as they draw 0-0 with Israel in Cardiff

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US OPEN TENNIS

Defending US Open champion Marin Cilic reaches the quarter-finals with a four-set victory over Jeremy Chardy

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US OPEN TENNIS

Serena Williams beats Madison Keys in straight sets at the US Open to set up a quarter-final meeting with sister Venus

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/15 at 2:23 am

US OPEN TENNIS

Novak Djokovic reaches the quarter-finals of the US Open with a hard-fought 6-3 4-6 6-4 6-4 win over Roberto Bautista Agut

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/15 at 6:01 am

CRICKET

England lose the second ODI by 65 runs against Australia after Ben Stokes is given out obstructing the field at Lord's
England's Ben Stokes tells BBC Sport he did not "wilfully" obstruct the field in Saturday's ODI loss to Australia at Lord's

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/15 at 6:15 am

FOOTBALL

Michael Carrick withdraws from the England squad ahead of Tuesday's Euro 2016 qualifier with Switzerland due to injury.

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GOLF

Sweden's Henrik Stenson shoots a six-under-par 65 to lead the Deutsche Bank Open by one shot from Rickie Fowler.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/15 at 8:15 am

US OPEN TENNIS

Britons Andy Murray and Jo Konta will be in fourth-round action at the US Open on Monday night.

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RUGBY UNION

Wales full-back Leigh Halfpenny is out of the World Cup after rupturing knee ligaments on Saturday

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FOOTBALL

Southampton's James Ward-Prowse scores as England Under-21s beat Norway 1-0 in their opening Euro 2017 qualifier

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US OPEN TENNIS

Stan Wawrinka, Simona Halep and Victoria Azarenka are through to the last eight of the US Open

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FOOTBALL EURO 2016

Qualifiers:
Republic of Ireland 1-0 Georgia
Scotland 2-3 Germany
Northern Ireland 1-1 Hungary

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GOLF

England's Lee Slattery wins his second European Tour title with a narrow one-shot victory at the Russian Open.

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CRICKET

Kumar Sangakkara hits 166 as Surrey beat Nottinghamshire at The Oval to reach their first Lord's final in four years.

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FOOTBALL

Wayne Rooney said it was a "dream come true" to break Sir Bobby Charlton's England goalscoring record and set his sights on adding to his total. The 29-year-old Manchester United striker's penalty in the 2-0 win over Switzerland in a Euro 2016 qualifier took his tally to 50 goals. "It's a great feeling," he said. "I've been close for the last few games and it's a dream come true. "I've got a lot of football in me for England. I hope the goals don't stop."

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FOOTBALL

Wayne Rooney said it was a "dream come true" to break Sir Bobby Charlton's England goalscoring record and set his sights on adding to his total. The 29-year-old Manchester United striker's penalty in the 2-0 win over Switzerland in a Euro 2016 qualifier took his tally to 50 goals. "It's a great feeling," he said. "I've been close for the last few games and it's a dream come true. "I've got a lot of football in me for England. I hope the goals don't stop."

Route to the top:

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AMERICAN FOOTBALL

BBC agrees two-year deal to show NFL highlights and selected live games, including the Super Bowl

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US OPEN TENNIS

Serena Williams beats sister Venus in the US Open quarter-finals to move within two wins of calendar Grand Slam

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/15 at 6:52 am

US OPEN TENNIS

World number one Novak Djokovic beats Spain's Feliciano Lopez 6-1 3-6 6-3 7-6 (7-2) to reach the semi-finals of the US Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/15 at 8:32 am

FOOTBALL

Hull City midfielder Jake Livermore will not be banned after testing positive for cocaine

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/15 at 11:03 am

FOOTBALL

Prince Ali bin al-Hussein of Jordan confirms he will stand in the Fifa presidential election in February

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/15 at 12:17 pm

CRICKET

Nottinghamshire are bowled out for less than 350 by Durham, meaning Yorkshire are confirmed as county champions

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/15 at 12:18 pm

US OPEN TENNIS

Britain's Dom Inglot and partner Robert Lindstedt beat Bopanna and Mergea 7-6 (7-2) 6-3 to reach the US Open semi-finals

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/15 at 12:25 pm

WOMEN'S FOOTBALL

Man City and England striker Toni Duggan is ruled out for the rest of the season with an ankle injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/15 at 1:37 pm

CYCLING

Dutchman Thomas Dumoulin gains a three-second lead in the Vuelta a Espana after a superb time-trial

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CRICKET

Nottinghamshire are bowled out for less than 350 by Durham, meaning Yorkshire are confirmed as county champions
Congrats to Yorkshire County Cricket Club.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/15 at 1:59 pm

US OPEN TENNIS

There will be British interest in both men's doubles semi-finals at the US Open after Dom Inglot and his Swedish partner Robert Lindstedt went through. Briton Jamie Murray, 29, and Australian John Peers have already reached the final four at Flushing Meadows.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/15 at 2:08 pm

GOLF

Rickie Fowler comes from behind to pip Henrik Stenson to the Deutsche Bank Open by a single stroke on 15 under par.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/15 at 6:21 am

ATHLETICS

Paula Radcliffe feels like she has been "almost abused" by calls for her to release her blood data.
The former British athlete, 41, says she has been implicated by a parliamentary hearing on blood doping, following a Sunday Times investigation.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/15 at 6:23 am

US OPEN TENNIS

Simona Halep and Flavia Pennetta will meet in the US Open semi-finals after winning their respective semi-finals in three sets

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/15 at 12:00 pm

CYCLING

Team Sky's Wout Poels wins stage five of the Tour of Britain from Northumberland to Cumbria

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/15 at 12:49 pm

US OPEN TENNIS

The boss of New York police says the mistaken detention of former tennis star James Blake was not racially motivated

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/15 at 12:56 pm

CRICKET

Hampshire confirm they have contacted Shane Watson about rejoining as a one-day overseas player next season

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/15 at 1:52 pm

FOOTBALL

Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge returns to training following a hip operation in May

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/15 at 5:21 pm

US OPEN TENNIS

The boss of New York police says the mistaken detention of former tennis star James Blake was not racially motivated
What happened there?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/15 at 5:21 pm

US OPEN TENNIS

GB's Jamie Murray and Australian John Peers reach the US Open men's doubles final but Briton Dom Inglot misses out

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/15 at 6:26 am

FOOTBALL

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho says goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois needs knee surgery and will be ‘out for quite a long time’

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/15 at 6:50 am

US OPEN TENNIS

The US Open women's singles semi-finals are postponed for 16 hours until Friday 16:00 BST because of rain

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/15 at 7:17 am

FOOTBALL

Manchester City and England midfielder Fabian Delph out for "a month and a half" says boss Manuel Pellegrini

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/15 at 8:20 am

FOOTBALL

West Brom manager Tony Pulis confirms striker Saido Berahino is in contention for Saturday's game against Southampton

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/15 at 9:20 am

FOOTBALL

Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea signs new four-year contract with option for one more year

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/15 at 9:40 am

US OPEN TENNIS

The US Open women's singles semi-finals are postponed for 16 hours until Friday 16:00 BST because of rain
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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/15 at 10:29 am

US OPEN TENNIS

The US Open women's singles semi-finals are postponed for 16 hours until Friday 16:00 BST because of rain
The US Open women's singles semi-finals get under way following a 16-hour rain delay overnight.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/15 at 11:39 am

CYCLING

Mark Cavendish withdraws from the Tour of Britain after crashing during Friday's sixth stage from Stoke to Nottingham

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/15 at 12:00 pm

CRICKET

England take on Australia in the fourth one-day international at Headingley

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/15 at 12:01 pm

US OPEN TENNIS

Flavia Pennetta of Italy reaches the US Open women's singles final by beating Romania's Simona Halep 6-1 6-3

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/15 at 12:38 pm

CRICKET

England beat Australia by three wickets to win the fourth one-day international and level the series at 2-2

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/15 at 1:49 pm

ATHLETICS

Justin Gatlin wins the 100m in 9.98 seconds at the Van Damme Diamond League meet

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/15 at 2:42 pm

US OPEN TENNIS

Roberta Vinci ends Serena Williams' bid for a historic 'calendar Slam' by beating her 2-6 6-4 6-4 to reach the US Open final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/15 at 5:30 pm

GOLF

England's Matt Fitzpatrick narrowly misses shooting the first-ever 59 on the European Tour at the KLM Open in the Netherlands.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/15 at 9:52 pm

US OPEN TENNIS

Roger Federer beats Stan Wawrinka 6-4 6-3 6-1 in the US Open semi-finals and will play Novak Djokovic in the final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/15 at 2:08 am

US OPEN TENNIS

Novak Djokovic thrashes defending champion Marin Cilic 6-0 6-1 6-2 to reach the US Open final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/15 at 12:08 pm

CYCLING

Italy's Fabio Aru takes a decisive advantage on the penultimate stage of the Vuelta a Espana

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/15 at 1:47 pm

US OPEN TENNIS

Britain's Jamie Murray & Australian John Peers are beaten by Nicolas Mahut & Pierre-Hugues Herbert in US Open doubles final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/15 at 2:28 pm

GOLF

Lee Slattery and Rafa Cabrera-Bello of Spain both card rounds of 63 to head the field before the final round in Zandvoort.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/15 at 7:46 am

GREAT NORTH RUN

GB's Mo Farah wins the men's race & Gemma Steel is second in the women's, with Kenya's Mary Keitany first

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/15 at 9:40 am

MOTOGP

British riders Bradley Smith & Scott Redding finish second and third at the San Marino MotoGP, won by Spain's Marc Marquez

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/15 at 11:17 am

CRICKET

England slump to 138 all out to hand Australia an eight-wicket win and a series victory in the deciding ODI at Old Trafford

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/15 at 11:31 am

GOLF

Thomas Pieters wins the Dutch Open after England's Lee Slattery bogeys the final hole when a par would have forced a play-off

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/15 at 11:37 am

GOLF

Great Britain and Ireland beat the USA in dominant fashion to regain amateur golf's Walker Cup at Royal Lytham & St Anne's

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/15 at 12:13 pm

US OPEN TENNIS

Flavia Pennetta beats fellow Italian Roberta Vinci to win her first Grand Slam at the US Open, before announcing her retirement.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/15 at 12:37 pm

GREAT NORTH RUN

GB's Mo Farah wins the men's race & Gemma Steel is second in the women's, with Kenya's Mary Keitany first

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The Red Arrows at the Great North Run.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/14/15 at 4:19 am

US OPEN TENNIS

World number one Novak Djokovic beat Roger Federer in four dramatic sets to win his second US Open and 10th Grand Slam title. The Serb won 6-4 5-7 6-4 6-4 in New York and will end the year with three of the four tennis majors.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/14/15 at 4:52 am

CRICKET

Former England, Yorkshire and Somerset cricket captain Brian Close has died, aged 84.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/14/15 at 6:21 am

GOLF

New Zealand's Lydia Ko, 18, is the youngest player to win a major after a six-shot victory at the Evian Championship.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/14/15 at 8:05 am

FOOTBALL

Striker Sergio Aguero is out of Manchester City's Champions League opener at home to Juventus on Tuesday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/14/15 at 8:29 am

FOOTBALL

Man Utd forward Wayne Rooney is out of the squad for Tuesday's Champions League game at PSV Eindhoven because of injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/14/15 at 12:12 pm

CYCLING

Welshman Geraint Thomas withdraws from the UCI World Road Race Championships

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/14/15 at 12:17 pm

FOOTBALL

The Premier League pledges to improve disabled access in all grounds by 2017

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/15 at 6:10 am

OLYMPICS

IOC announces Budapest, Hamburg, Los Angeles, Paris, and Rome have submitted bids to host the 2024 Olympic Games

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/15 at 9:34 am

FORMULA 1

Renault will stop supplying engines to other Formula 1 teams, and start a renegotiation of its deal with Red Bull

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/15 at 9:43 am

FOOTBALL

Manchester United full-back Luke Shaw is recovering in the Netherlands after surgery on a double fracture of his right leg

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/17/15 at 4:11 am

FOOTBALL: CHAMPIONS LEAGUE

Results
Group E - Roma 1-1 Barcelona
Group F - Dinamo Zagreb 2-1 Arsenal
Group G - Chelsea 4-0 Maccabi Tel Aviv

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/17/15 at 7:16 am

TENNIS

Great Britain captain Leon Smith gives world number 300 Dan Evans a surprise call-up for the semi-final against Australia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/17/15 at 7:16 am

WINTER SPORTS

Britain's Olympic skeleton champion Lizzy Yarnold announces she will take a year's break from the sport

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/15 at 1:59 am

RUGBY UNION

The 2015 World Cup kicks of at 20:00 BST when England take on Fiji at Twickenham

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/15 at 3:29 am

RUGBY UNION

The 2015 World Cup kicks of at 20:00 BST when England take on Fiji at Twickenham
As seen by Google:

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/15 at 4:50 am

CYCLING

Mark Cavendish pulls out of British team for UCI Road World Championships with shoulder injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/15 at 5:04 am

TENNIS

The BBC signs a new three-year rights deal with the All England Club to broadcast Wimbledon until 2020

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/15 at 9:01 am

GOLF

Europe and USA are all square at 2-2 after the opening foursomes at the Solheim Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/15 at 10:30 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray beats Thanasi Kokkinakis 6-3 6-0 6-3 in Great Britain's opening Davis Cup semi-final singles rubber against Australia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/15 at 10:38 am

FORMULA 1

Red Bull’s Daniil Kvyat finishes fastest in second practice for the Singapore Grand Prix, with Lewis Hamilton fourth

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/15 at 10:53 am

FOOTBALL

Real Madrid's Gareth Bale will be out for two to three weeks with a calf injury but should be fit for Wales' qualifiers next month

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/15 at 11:09 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP

Wales name Liam Williams at full-back and Samson Lee at prop for Sunday's World Cup match against Uruguay

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/15 at 12:07 pm

CRICKET

Surrey all-rounder Zafar Ansari will miss Saturday's One-Day Cup final with Gloucestershire at Lord's because of a dislocated thumb on his bowling hand.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/15 at 12:54 pm

FORMULA 1

German car giant Volkswagen is close to agreeing a deal to take over the Red Bull Formula 1 team

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/15 at 12:55 pm

DAVIS CUP TENNIS

Australia pull level at 1-1 in the Davis Cup semi-final against GB after Bernard Tomic beats Dan Evans in four sets

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/15 at 2:53 pm

RUGBY UNION

The 2015 World Cup kicks of at 20:00 BST when England take on Fiji at Twickenham
Latest score:

England 18-8 Fiji

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/15 at 2:57 pm

Latest score:

England 18-8 Fiji
Fiji had a try disallowed for the ball was dropped before the scoring line.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/15 at 4:46 pm

Latest score:

England 18-8 Fiji
Final score:

England beat Fiji 35-11 in the opening match of the 2015 Rugby World Cup at Twickenham

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/15 at 12:20 pm

GOLF

Former world number one Tiger Woods will not play again this year after having back surgery for the second time in 18 months.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/15 at 12:27 pm

DAVIS CUP TENNIS

A Davis Cup victory would rival winning Wimbledon for Andy Murray, says former British number one Greg Rusedski. Murray sealed Britain's return to the final for the first time in 37 years on Sunday with victory against Australia in Glasgow

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/15 at 1:20 pm

GOLF

The USA produced a stunning display in the singles to beat Europe 14½-13½ and win the Solheim Cup in Germany.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/15 at 2:56 pm

WOMEN'S FOOTBALL

Danielle Carter scores a hat-trick on her debut as England beat Estonia 8-0 in Tallinn in their opening Euro 2017 qualifier

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/15 at 3:05 pm

FOOTBALL

Chelsea striker Diego Costa charged for alleged act of violent conduct during 2-0 victory over Arsenal on Saturday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/15 at 3:39 pm

CYCLING

Mark Cavendish has surgery on his injured left shoulder, ruling him out for the rest of the season

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/15 at 3:50 pm

FOOTBALL

Extradition proceedings against former Fifa vice-president Jack Warner are to go ahead, says Trinidad state lawyer

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/15 at 4:27 pm

FOOTBALL

Burnley's four-game winning run ends as they draw 0-0 with Derby County in the Championship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/15 at 4:49 am

FORMULA 1

British national Yogvitam Pravin Dhokia is charged after walking on the track during Sunday's Singapore Grand Prix

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/15 at 5:04 am

WOMEN'S FOOTBALL

Danielle Carter scores a hat-trick on her debut as England beat Estonia 8-0 in Tallinn in their opening Euro 2017 qualifier
England boss Mark Sampson says his side were 'not clinical enough' after a 8-0 win over Estonia in Women's Euro 2017 qualifying

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/15 at 6:02 am

FOOTBALL

Real Madrid keeper Keylor Navas says he cried when his proposed move to Manchester United collapsed

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/15 at 7:54 am

RUGBY UNION

England centre Jonathan Joseph is a doubt for their crucial World Cup Pool A match against Wales on Saturday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/15 at 8:38 am

FOOTBALL

The Premier League could lose a fourth Champions League spot after not reaching the quarter-finals in two of the last three seasons

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/15 at 10:15 am

ATHLETICS

Prosecution's appeal against Oscar Pistorius' acquittal for murder for killing Reeva Steenkamp will be heard on 3 Nov

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/15 at 12:37 pm

WOMEN'S FOOTBALL

Kim Little's hat-trick helps Scotland women beat Slovenia 3-0 in their opening Euro 2017 qualifying match

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/15 at 12:44 pm

FOOTBALL

Chelsea team doctor Eva Carneiro has decided to leave the club - six weeks after she was criticised by boss Jose Mourinho

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/15 at 2:09 pm

TENNIS

British number one Heather Watson is beaten by Russia's Elizaveta Kulichkova in the opening round of the Korea Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/15 at 3:51 pm

FOOTBALL

Sergio Aguero, Kevin De Bruyne and Raheem Sterling score as Manchester City sweep aside Sunderland 4-1 in the League Cup

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/15 at 2:31 am

BASEBALL

American baseball legend Yogi Berra, said to have inspired the cartoon character Yogi Bear, has died at the age of 90.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/15 at 9:37 am

CRICKET

Samit Patel called into the England squad for the Test series against Pakistan as a replacement for the injured Zafar Ansari

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/15 at 9:48 am

HORSE RACING

Simple Verse is reinstated as winner of the St Leger after a successful appeal.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/15 at 9:49 am

CRICKET

England's ODI and T20 captain Eoin Morgan and Durham bowler Mark Wood are among 11 players awarded ECB central contracts

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/15 at 10:53 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP

Scotland beat Japan 45-10 in their opening Pool B game, securing a bonus point

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/15 at 12:50 pm

RUGBY WORLD CUP

Australia beat Fiji 28-13 in their first Pool A game

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/15 at 1:04 pm

RUGBY WORLD CUP

Argentina lock Mariano Galarza suspended for nine weeks for "acts contrary to good sportsmanship"

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/15 at 1:18 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE

England prop George Burgess will miss November's three-match Test series with New Zealand because of a hip injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/15 at 2:38 pm

FOOTBALL

Motherwell part company with manager Ian Baraclough nine months after he took charge

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/15 at 10:00 am

HORSE RACING

Third Time Lucky (14-1) wins the Cambridgeshire Handicap in photo finish at Newmarket

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/15 at 10:00 am

CRICKET

Sussex were relegated from Division One of the County Championship after a 100-run defeat by Yorkshire on the final day of the season at Headingley.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/15 at 10:03 am

CRICKET

Australia's departure for their tour of Bangladesh has been delayed because of "safety and security" concerns. Australian government sources identified a "potential security risk to Australian interests" in Bangladesh, according to Cricket Australia. The squad, scheduled to leave on 28 September, will await further advice, while Cricket Australia is working on a "revised security plan".
The two-Test series is set to begin in Chittagong on 9 October.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/15 at 1:16 pm

RUGBY WORLD CUP

England and Wales are to face each other in what is expected to be the most explosive contest of the World Cup so far, as both sides aim to bolster their quarter-final chances.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/15 at 4:39 pm

RUGBY WORLD CUP

England 25 - 28 Wales

Wales overcame a 10-point deficit and endless injuries to pull off a sensational win against England in an astonishing World Cup contest.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/15 at 4:48 pm

FOOTBALL

Manchester United climbed to the top of the Premier League table for the first time in more than two years with victory over bottom club Sunderland.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/15 at 8:46 am

RUGBY WORLD CUP

Australia run in 11 tries as they beat Uruguay 65-3 in Pool A

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/15 at 8:51 am

FORMULA 1

Mercedes return to the front of Formula 1 as Lewis Hamilton wins the Japanese Grand Prix to put a stranglehold on the title race.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/15 at 9:48 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Rangers stretch their lead at the top of the Scottish Championship to nine points with a comprehensive 4-0 win over Morton

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/15 at 12:47 pm

RUGBY WORLD CUP

Ireland beat Romania 44-10 in Rugby World Cup Pool D match at Wembley

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/15 at 1:19 pm

CRICKET

Former England paceman Frank Tyson, hailed as the quickest bowler of his era, has died at the age of 85

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/15 at 2:42 pm

RUGBY WORLD CUP

Scotland go top of World Cup Pool B after a bonus-point 39-16 win over the United States

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/15 at 5:04 am

GOLF

Jordan Spieth of the United States wins the Tour Championship and with it the FedEx Cup to claim £7.5m grand prize

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/15 at 6:37 am

OLYMPICS

Baseball, softball, karate, skateboarding, sport climbing and surfing are recommended for inclusion at 2020 Tokyo Olympics

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/15 at 9:50 am

RUGBY UNION

Scotland second-row Grant Gilchrist is ruled out of the rest of the Rugby World Cup with a groin injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/15 at 11:32 am

FOOTBALL

Sepp Blatter has said he will not stand down as Fifa president despite criminal proceedings being opened against him by Swiss investigators.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/15 at 11:34 am

FOOTBALL

Brentford part company with head coach Marinus Dijkhuizen and assistant Roy Hendriksen

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/15 at 1:15 pm

CYCLING

London has turned down the chance to host the start of the 2017 Tour de France, angering the race owners.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 10/01/15 at 9:03 pm

I know that the NFL season has started, but as usual, I'm not really following it, due to lack of a local franchise. But if something notable does happen (like a high scoring game), I'll mention it here. (Or someone else can.) :)

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Written By: mqg96 on 10/02/15 at 3:17 pm

I know that the NFL season has started, but as usual, I'm not really following it, due to lack of a local franchise. But if something notable does happen (like a high scoring game), I'll mention it here. (Or someone else can.) :)

Your favorite NFL team must be out of state? Is that why? Because usually on FOX or CBS they only play the games based off the closest NFL team in the area. For example, I live in Georgia, so they always make sure Atlanta Falcon's games are shown on FOX each week. Usually if it's the NFC teams playing it'll always be on FOX, and if it's the AFC teams playing it'll always be on CBS. If it's AFC vs. NFC then it'll be based off the road team rather it's on FOX or CBS. But sometimes you'll have the team on Thursday Night, Sunday Night, or Monday Night football depending on what time the match ups are coming on. Thursday Night Football usually has the divisional rivalry games. Sunday Night & Monday Night football are national televised games based off the really great teams or the game of the week.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Eazy-EMAN1995 on 10/02/15 at 3:27 pm

Your favorite NFL team must be out of state? Is that why? Because usually on FOX or CBS they only play the games based off the closest NFL team in the area. For example, I live in Georgia, so they always make sure Atlanta Falcon's games are shown on FOX each week. Usually if it's the NFC teams playing it'll always be on FOX, and if it's the AFC teams playing it'll always be on CBS. If it's AFC vs. NFC then it'll be based off the road team rather it's on FOX or CBS. But sometimes you'll have the team on Thursday Night, Sunday Night, or Monday Night football depending on what time the match ups are coming on. Thursday Night Football usually has the divisional rivalry games. Sunday Night & Monday Night football are national televised games based off the really great teams or the game of the week.

Jeff lives in LA. They haven't had a team in 21 years!! :o Our asshole owner Kronkie is trying to move our RAMS back there! >:( >:( >:(

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: mqg96 on 10/02/15 at 4:17 pm

Jeff lives in LA. They haven't had a team in 21 years!! :o Our asshole owner Kronkie is trying to move our RAMS back there! >:( >:( >:(

Damn bruh, that sucks.... Your owner must be really stupid if he wants to do that. Thank God our Falcons have been safe with Arthur Blank for quite awhile although we haven't been that good the last couple of years either, but great start of the season for us. Long way to go though. BTW, Alec Ogletree on your Ram's roster, he's from my hometown ;D

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 10/02/15 at 7:57 pm

Your favorite NFL team must be out of state? Is that why? Because usually on FOX or CBS they only play the games based off the closest NFL team in the area. For example, I live in Georgia, so they always make sure Atlanta Falcon's games are shown on FOX each week. Usually if it's the NFC teams playing it'll always be on FOX, and if it's the AFC teams playing it'll always be on CBS. If it's AFC vs. NFC then it'll be based off the road team rather it's on FOX or CBS. But sometimes you'll have the team on Thursday Night, Sunday Night, or Monday Night football depending on what time the match ups are coming on. Thursday Night Football usually has the divisional rivalry games. Sunday Night & Monday Night football are national televised games based off the really great teams or the game of the week.

I don't have a favorite NFL team, that's all.

I have always rooted for my local teams in all pro sports. Since I live in the L.A. area, my favorite MLB team is the Dodgers; my favorite NBA team is the Lakers; and my favorite NHL team is the Kings.

There used to be an NFL team in the area, namely the Rams, but they moved away in 1994. Moreover, while I have not been much into football myself, my dad used to follow it a lot (particularly the Rams games) when he was younger. I just never caught on.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: mqg96 on 10/15/15 at 8:22 am

I know that the NFL season has started, but as usual, I'm not really following it, due to lack of a local franchise. But if something notable does happen (like a high scoring game), I'll mention it here. (Or someone else can.) :)

That's my job bro! I'll start doing it tonight! I'm the big expert on football!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 10/15/15 at 8:02 pm

That's my job bro! I'll start doing it tonight! I'm the big expert on football!

Good for you!

And I will carry on with the baseball postseason stuff in the MLB thread. I always enjoy following that. Especially when there's a different mix of teams involved than in past years. :)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: mqg96 on 10/15/15 at 11:09 pm

Falcons 21 (5-1) vs. Saints 31 (2-4) in New Orleans

For the 2nd time in 4 years, Falcons undefeated season get's spoiled by archrival Saints in New Orleans again! The Saints needed this win badly to get their hopes alive in the NFC South division!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: mqg96 on 10/18/15 at 11:03 am

1 p.m. Washington Redskins (2-3) @ New York Jets (3-1) FOX
1 p.m. Arizona Cardinals (4-1) @ Pittsburgh Steelers (3-2) FOX
1 p.m. Kansas City Chiefs (1-4) @ Minnesota Vikings (2-2) CBS
1 p.m. Cincinnati Bengals (5-0) @ Buffalo Bills (3-2) CBS
1 p.m. Chicago Bears (2-3) @ Detroit Lions (0-5) FOX
1 p.m. Denver Broncos (5-0) @ Cleveland Browns (2-3) CBS
1 p.m. Houston Texans (1-4) @ Jacksonville Jaguars (1-4) CBS
1 p.m. Miami Dolphins (1-3) @ Tennessee Titans (1-3) CBS
4:05 p.m. Carolina Panthers (4-0) @ Seattle Seahawks (2-3) FOX
4:25 p.m. San Diego Chargers (2-3) @ Green Bay Packers (5-0) CBS
4:25 p.m. Baltimore Ravens (1-4) @ San Francisco 49ers (1-4) CBS
8:30 p.m. New England Patriots (4-0) @ Indianapolis Colts (3-2) NBC

All times are in Eastern.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: mqg96 on 10/18/15 at 7:06 pm

Washington Redskins 20 (2-4) @ New York Jets 34 (4-1)
Jets hang on by 2 TD's against the Redskins at home.

Arizona Cardinals 13 (4-2) @ Pittsburgh Steelers 25 (4-2)
Despite Michael Vick's hamstring injury, the Steelers still pull out a much needed win against the Cardinals with a 25-13, and keep their hopes alive in the NFC North division, despite Roethlisberger still being out.

Kansas City Chiefs 10 (1-5) @ Minnesota Vikings 16 (3-2)
Poor Chiefs without Jamal Charles..... but the Vikings with Teddy Bridgewater and Adrian Peterson will pull out a tough home win 16-10

Cincinnati Bengals 34 (6-0) @ Buffalo Bills 21 (3-4)
Andy Dalton the Bengals improve to 6-0 with a 34-21 victory over the Bills, however, the question is that can the Bengals finally get a playoff win under head coach Marvin Lewis? They've lost 4 straight and they gotta overcome it. I think this year is definitely their last chance to do so.

Chicago Bears (2-4) 34 @ Detroit Lions 37 (1-5) OT
Matthew Stafford and the Lions finally get their 1st win of the season with a tough overtime win against the Bears at home 37-34.

Denver Broncos 26 (5-0) @ Cleveland Browns 23 (2-3) OT
The Broncos defense does it again and helps them prevail with a 26-23 overtime win against the Browns, but it wasn't pretty for Peyton Manning again, despite getting the W.

Houston Texans 31 (2-4) @ Jacksonville Jaguars 20 (1-5)
Texans finally get their 2nd win of the season with a 31-20 victory in Jacksonville!

Miami Dolphins 38 (2-3) @ Tennessee Titans 10 (1-4)
The Dolphins crush the Titans on the road with a 38-10 blowout win!

Carolina Panthers 27 (5-0) @ Seattle Seahawks 23 (2-4)
Cam Newton & the Panthers come down to Seattle and stun the Seahawks on a last second drive with about 15 seconds left in the ball game, and hands Russell Wilson his third home loss his entire career with Seattle so far. The Panthers will remain undefeated and improve to 5-0!

San Diego Chargers 20 (2-4) @ Green Bay Packers 27 (6-0)
The Chargers were driving real fast towards the end of the 4th quarter under 2 minutes left, but the Packers defense stop them at the goal line and remain defeated.

Baltimore Ravens 20 (1-5) @ San Francisco 49ers 25 (2-4)
49ers rebound and get their 2nd win of the season at home. The Ravens will drop to 1-5.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: mqg96 on 10/20/15 at 7:58 am

New England Patriots 34 (5-0) @ Indianapolis Colts 27 (3-3)
A rematch of the deflate game! Andrew Luck is now healthy and returns for this game, which ends up with Brady and the Patriots remaining undefeated, but there were some weird plays in this game. The Colts had an epic failed fake punt in the middle of the 3rd or 4th quarter, which probably cost them better chance of winning this game.

New York Giants 7 (3-3) @ Philadelphia Eagles 27 (3-3)
Odell Beckham Jr. scored the first TD for the Giants on the first drive the the game, and lead 7-0, and the it seemed like the Giants had all the momentum, but from that point on, the Philadelphia Eagles never looked back and scored the rest of the 27 points of the game. It was an ugly game all round, just a bunch of penalties, turnovers, etc. in the latest installment of this rivalry.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 10/20/15 at 8:36 am

NBA regular season starts in about a week too!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: mqg96 on 10/22/15 at 6:51 pm

NBA regular season starts in about a week too!

As long as LeBron stays in the Eastern Conference with the Cavaliers, I think there's no mercy for any Eastern Conference team to make it to the finals this year.... but we'll just have to see how things go here.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: mqg96 on 10/22/15 at 6:52 pm

Seattle Seahawks (2-4) @ San Francisco 49ers (2-4)

Thursday Night Football match up on CBS or NFL Network! Two bitter rivals in the NFC West face each other looking to rebound their disappointing starts of the season so far.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 10/22/15 at 7:45 pm

As long as LeBron stays in the Eastern Conference with the Cavaliers, I think there's no mercy for any Eastern Conference team to make it to the finals this year.... but we'll just have to see how things go here.

Yep... take it one day at a time.

NHL should also be starting sometime soon, if it hasn't already.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 10/27/15 at 11:09 pm

NHL season is underway!

L.A. Kings (my team) defeated the Winnipeg Jets 4-1 tonight.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/05/15 at 3:10 pm

FOOTBALL

Bournemouth shock champions Chelsea with a 1-0 win at Stamford Bridge in the Premier League

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/15 at 1:22 pm

CRICKET

Sri Lanka send home Kusal Perera from tour of New Zealand after he tests positive for a banned substance

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/17/15 at 12:54 pm

FOOTBALL

Chelsea have sacked manager Jose Mourinho seven months after he led them to the Premier League title.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/18/15 at 11:00 am

FOOTBALL

Chelsea have sacked manager Jose Mourinho seven months after he led them to the Premier League title.
Former Netherlands boss Guus Hiddink is set to become Chelsea's interim manager following the sacking of Jose Mourinho.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/18/15 at 11:41 am

FOOTBALL

Wayne Rooney could return from injury to make his 500th appearance for Manchester United against Norwich on Saturday

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/18/15 at 11:42 am

FOOTBALL

Wayne Rooney could return from injury to make his 500th appearance for Manchester United against Norwich on Saturday
Could is a big word?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/18/15 at 3:02 pm

CRICKET

South Africa fast bowler Dale Steyn will be fit for the start of the England series after passing a fitness test in Cape Town

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/19/15 at 8:14 am

FOOTBALL

Jimmy Hill, one of English football's most influential figures, has died aged 87

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/19/15 at 10:09 am

OLYMPICS

The Tokyo 2020 Olympics will cost £9.98bn, six times more than the original estimate, it has been claimed

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/21/15 at 9:04 am

FOOTBALL

Fifa president Sepp Blatter and Uefa boss Michel Platini have been suspended for eight years from all football-related activities following an ethics investigation.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/21/15 at 11:18 am

FORMULA 1

BBC Sport is to "reluctantly" end its Formula 1 television contract three years early as part of savings across the corporation.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/02/16 at 9:52 am

TENNIS

Judy Murray will coach Heather Watson in Australia this month, replacing the Argentine Diego Veronelli on an interim basis

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/02/16 at 12:11 pm

FOOTBALL

Former Wigan Athletic defender Steve Gohouri has died at the age of 34. Gohouri made 42 appearances for Wigan between 2010 and 2012 and also won 12 caps for Ivory Coast.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/02/16 at 12:18 pm

Television coverage of horse racing is set for a major change next year with ITV to replace Channel 4 as the free-to-air broadcaster.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/03/16 at 5:19 am

CRICKET

Ben Stokes hits a sensational 163-ball double century, the fastest by an England batsman and the second quickest in history

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/03/16 at 9:36 am

FOOTBALL

Chelsea beat Crystal Palace 3-0 to move up to 14th place in the Premier League

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/16 at 10:43 am

CRICKET

Hashim Amla's unbeaten 157 helps South Africa frustrate England on day three of the second Test in Cape Town

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/16 at 1:22 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Rafael Benitez is sacked as manager of Real Madrid after just seven months in charge, with Zinedine Zidane replacing him.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/16 at 4:54 pm

HORSE RACING

Richard Johnson notches the 3,000th winner of his career as he continues his march to the champion jockey title

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/16 at 3:39 am

TENNIS

Britain's Naomi Broady beats former world number one Ana Ivanovic 7-5 6-4 in first round of WTA event in Auckland

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/16 at 10:19 am

CRICKET

England close day four of the second Test on 16-0, leading by 18 after South Africa declare on 627-7

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/16 at 10:47 am

DARTS

Three-time champion Martin Adams loses to Canada's Jeff Smith in the first round of the BDO World Darts Championships

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/16 at 2:21 pm

TENNIS

Serena Williams and Maria Sharapova have fitness concerns ahead of this month's Australian Open after both pulled out of warm-up events.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/16 at 3:45 pm

FOOTBALL

Football's world governing body FIFA recommends a nine-year ban for its former secretary general Jerome Valcke

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 01/06/16 at 10:53 pm

Major League Baseball:

Congratulations to Ken Griffey Jr. and Mike Piazza for being elected to the National Baseball Hall Of Fame! :) :D O0

For Griffey, this was his first year on the Hall Of Fame ballot, and he received 99.3% of the vote; and this was Piazza's fourth year on the ballot.

Jeff Bagwell fell short of the required 75% of the vote needed for election, and Tim Raines also came up short (next year will be his final year on the ballot).

The induction ceremony will take place on July 24th of this year in Cooperstown.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/16 at 6:03 am

CRICKET

Hashim Amla resigned as South Africa captain immediately after his side drew the second Test against England.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/16 at 6:03 am

CRICKET

Opener David Warner hit an unbeaten 122 as Australia drew a rain-affected third and final Test against West Indies.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/16 at 12:37 pm

Anyone for basketball?

http://www.inthe00s.com/smile/01/basket.gif

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 01/07/16 at 12:42 pm

Anyone for basketball?

http://www.inthe00s.com/smile/01/basket.gif

Sure... except my two local NBA teams, the Lakers and Clippers, aren't doing very well this season. :-\\ Of course, longtime Lakers player Kobe Bryant is playing his final season this year.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/08/16 at 8:38 am

Sure... except my two local NBA teams, the Lakers and Clippers, aren't doing very well this season. :-\\ Of course, longtime Lakers player Kobe Bryant is playing his final season this year.
I have a Lakers T-shirt for my US holiday. http://www.inthe00s.com/smile/15/tshirt.gif

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/08/16 at 1:21 pm

TENNIS

British number two Aljaz Bedene reaches the Chennai Open last four with victory over India's Ramkumar Ramanathan

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/08/16 at 3:42 pm

TENNIS

Andy Murray and Heather Watson give Great Britain a 3-0 Hopman Cup win over Germany but miss out on the final in Perth

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/09/16 at 8:08 am

GOLF

Jordan Spieth leads the Tournament of Champions by four shots after shooting a nine-under second-round 64 in Hawaii

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/09/16 at 10:55 am

ATHLETICS

Britain's Mo Farah finishes second behind American Garrett Heath in Great Edinburgh Cross Country

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: mqg96 on 01/09/16 at 2:43 pm

NFL Wildcard Playoff Weekend :D

Saturday (AFC)

5. Kansas City Chiefs vs. 4. Houston Texans (4:35pm E.T. ABC/ESPN)

6. Pittsburgh Steelers vs. 3. Cincinnati Bengals (8:15pm E.T. CBS)

Sunday (NFC)

6. Seattle Seahawks vs. 3. Minnesota Vikings (1:05pm E.T. NBC)

5. Green Bay Packers vs. 4. Washington Redskins (4:40pm E.T. FOX)

Note: 1. Carolina Panthers and 2. Arizona Cardinals have 1st round byes in the NFC, while 1. Denver Broncos and 2. New England Patriots have 1st round byes in the AFC.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/11/16 at 4:29 am

ATHLETICS

UK Athletics publishes a manifesto for clean athletics which suggests resetting track and field world records for a new era

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/11/16 at 9:25 am

CRICKET

South Africa fast bowler Dale Steyn is ruled out of the third Test against England with a shoulder injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: mqg96 on 01/11/16 at 11:47 pm

Congrats to the Alabama Crimson Tide again! They are the college football national champions for the 4th time in 7 years with a tight 45-40 victory over Clemson!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/16 at 4:30 am

SNOOKER

Barry Hawkins beats Joe Perry 6-3 at the Masters to set up second-round match with Mark Allen

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/16 at 9:43 am

CYCLING

Chris Froome extends his contract with Team Sky until the end of 2018

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/16 at 11:19 am

SNOOKER

Ronnie O'Sullivan beats Mark Williams 6-5 in the first round of the 2016 Masters at Alexandra Palace

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/16 at 12:55 pm

There is a chance of baseball coming to the Olympic Stadium London.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: mqg96 on 01/12/16 at 10:14 pm

It's official. Apparently. The NFL has announced that the Rams are moving back to Los Angeles next season.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2605293-rams-approved-for-relocation-to-los-angeles-latest-comments-and-reaction

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Eazy-EMAN1995 on 01/12/16 at 10:25 pm

Excuse my language, but Stan Kronkie is a piece of sheesh!!!! >:( >:( >:(

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 01/13/16 at 1:38 pm

It's official. Apparently. The NFL has announced that the Rams are moving back to Los Angeles next season.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2605293-rams-approved-for-relocation-to-los-angeles-latest-comments-and-reaction

Yes, I'd heard about this last night.

For now they will call the L.A. Coliseum their home, while a brand new stadium in Inglewood (a suburb city of L.A., near LAX airport) will be built.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/16 at 6:25 am

ATHLETICS

IAAF president Lord Coe is the right man to lead a clean-up of athletics, says Olympic medallist Brendan Foster

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/16 at 9:34 am

CRICKET

Former South Africa spinner Gulam Bodi charged under Cricket SA's anti-corruption code

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/16 at 11:07 am

CRICKET

South Africa reach 267-7 at end of the first day of third Test against England in Johannesburg

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/16 at 12:49 pm

SNOOKER

Ronnie O'Sullivan reaches Masters semi-finals with 6-3 win over Mark Selby at Alexandra Palace

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/16 at 2:56 pm

FOOTBALL

Steve Cotterill is sacked as manager of Championship strugglers Bristol City

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/16 at 3:23 am

CRICKET

England bowl South Africa out for 313 in the third Test in Johannesburg; Ben Stokes finishes with 3-53

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/16 at 4:18 am

GOLF

Former world number one Vijay Singh has a share of the lead after the first round of the Sony Open in Hawaii

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/16 at 5:49 am

CRICKET

Australia beat India by seven wickets with an over to spare, to take 2-0 lead in five-match ODI series

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/16 at 8:50 am

ATHLETICS

London has "nothing to hide" over its successful bid to stage the 2017 World Championships, says the boss of UK Athletics

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/16 at 9:51 am

CRICKET

Bad light curtails play on day two of the third Test with England 238-5, trailing South Africa by 75 runs in Johannesburg

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/16 at 11:42 am

SNOOKER

Judd Trump beats Neil Robertson 6-5 to reach the semi-finals of the Masters at Alexandra Palace

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/16/16 at 5:42 am

FOOTBALL

Accrington's League Two game with Portsmouth is postponed because of a frozen pitch at the Crown Ground

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/16/16 at 8:44 am

CRICKET

England need 74 to win the third Test and clinch the series after bowling South Africa out for 83 in Johannesburg

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/16/16 at 11:17 am

SNOOKER

Barry Hawkins beats Judd Trump 6-4 to reach the Masters final for the first time

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/16/16 at 4:27 pm

BOXING

David Haye marks return to ring after three years with first-round win over Mark de Mori

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/16 at 9:52 am

SNOOKER

Ronnie O'Sullivan leads Barry Hawkins 7-1 after first session of Masters final. First to 10 wins (resumes 19:00 GMT)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/16 at 10:26 am

CRICKET

Australia beat India with seven balls and three wickets to spare in the third ODI in Melbourne

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/16 at 2:09 pm

SNOOKER

Ronnie O'Sullivan wins 2016 Masters with a 10-1 victory over Barry Hawkins in the final at Alexandra Palace in London

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/18/16 at 4:27 am

BREAKING NEWS

Secret files exposing evidence of widespread suspected match-fixing at the top level of world tennis, including at Wimbledon, can be revealed by the BBC and BuzzFeed News.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/18/16 at 4:28 am

TENNIS

Defending champions Serena Williams and Novak Djokovic come through their first-round Australian Open matches

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/18/16 at 7:28 am

BREAKING NEWS

Secret files exposing evidence of widespread suspected match-fixing at the top level of world tennis, including at Wimbledon, can be revealed by the BBC and BuzzFeed News.
Novak Djokovic says match-fixing is not prevalent at the top level of tennis, as allegations of corruption overshadow the start of the Australian Open. The world number one, who claims he rejected £110,000 to lose a match early in his career, says there is "no real proof" of fixing among the elite.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/18/16 at 8:33 am

TENNIS

Britain's Heather Watson loses her Australian Open first-round match to Timea Babos, who wins 6-7 (4-7) 7-5 7-5

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/16 at 3:18 am

TENNIS

Rafael Nadal is knocked out in the first round of the Australian Open by fellow Spaniard Fernando Verdasco

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/16 at 7:39 am

RUGBY UNION

Cardiff Blues wing Tom James is recalled to Wales' squad for the Six Nations, six years after winning his last cap

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/16 at 10:16 am

CRICKET

South Africa pace bowler Dale Steyn will miss the final Test against England starting on Friday with a shoulder injury

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/16 at 11:37 am

FOOTBALL

Ex-England defender Ashley Cole, 35, has had his contract with AS Roma terminated by mutual consent, the Italian club confirm

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/16 at 12:42 pm

FOOTBALL

Norwich City sign forward Steven Naismith from Everton on a three-and-a-half-year deal for an undisclosed fee

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/16 at 2:06 pm

TENNIS

British number one Andy Murray saw off German teenager Alexander Zverev with ease to reach the second round of the Australian Open in Melbourne. Murray, 28, dominated throughout against the former junior world number one to secure a 6-1 6-2 6-3 victory.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/16 at 4:20 pm

FOOTBALL

Celtic thrash Hamilton 8-1 as Leigh Griffiths scores a hat-trick in their Scottish Premiership match at Parkhead

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/16 at 4:14 am

TENNIS

World number one Djokovic plays Quentin Halys (Fra) for a third round place

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/16 at 4:35 am

HORSE RACING

Trainers Mark Kavanagh and Danny O'Brien are banned for three and four years respectively after horses failed drugs tests

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/16 at 10:43 am

TENNIS

Defending champions Novak Djokovic and Serena Williams cruised into the Australian Open third round, but sixth seed Petra Kvitova was knocked out. Women's number one Williams thrashed Taiwan's Hsieh Su-Wei 6-1 6-2 while men's top seed Djokovic beat France's Quentin Halys 6-1 6-2 7-6 (7-3). Roger Federer and Maria Sharapova also made it through safely. But two-time Wimbledon champion Kvitova lost 6-4 6-4 to 21-year-old Australian Daria Gavrilova.

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TENNIS

British number ones Andy Murray and Johanna Konta resume their campaigns in the second round on Thursday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/16 at 11:28 am

RUGBY UNION

Rory Best is named Ireland captain for the first two matches of the Six Nations

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Written By: nally on 01/20/16 at 12:27 pm

MLB offseason news: The Detroit Tigers have reportedly signed outfielder Justin Upton to a multi-year deal. This would be Upton's first American League team, having previously played for the Arizona Diamondbacks, Atlanta Braves, and San Diego Padres, all of which are teams in the National League.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/16 at 1:38 pm

RUGBY UNION

England's Chris Ashton will miss the Six Nations because of a 10-week ban for "making contact with the eyes" of an opponent

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/16 at 4:19 am

CRICKET

Sydney Thunder beat Perth Scorchers by eight runs to reach inaugural Women's Big Bash League final in Australia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/16 at 4:54 am

TENNIS

Lleyton Hewitt loses his final Australian Open match as David Ferrer triumphs 6-2 6-4 6-4 in round two

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/16 at 7:45 am

CRICKET

Warwickshire name Ian Bell as their new captain after Varun Chopra stands down from the role

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/16 at 7:58 am

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray swept past home hope Sam Groth to reach the third round of the Australian Open. The Scot, seeded number two, dismantled the Australian's big serve to win 6-0 6-4 6-1 in one hour and 30 minutes. Groth, 28, has the fastest serve ever recorded to his name at 163mph, but was broken in his first four service games as Murray totally dominated.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/16 at 9:20 am

FOOTBALL

Leyton Orient appoint former Bolton and West Ham midfielder Kevin Nolan as player-manager

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/16 at 10:35 am

FOOTBALL

Liverpool make an approach to sign Shakhtar Donetsk's Brazilian attacker Alex Teixeira for about £24.5m

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/16 at 12:21 pm

ATHLETICS

Jessica Ennis-Hill says she would have doubts over Russian athletes if the country is cleared to compete at the 2016 Olympics.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/16 at 1:24 pm

GOLF

Ryder Cup success with a "young, fiery" US team is a top priority in 2016 for world number one Jordan Spieth. The 22-year-old American will defend two major titles - the Masters and US Open - this year.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/16 at 5:17 pm

HORSE RACING

Arena Racing Company is to reopen Hereford racecourse from October - almost four years after it was closed down

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/16 at 6:33 am

TENNIS

Sixth seed Tomas Berdych beats Australian Nick Kyrgios to reach the fourth round of the Australian Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/16 at 7:07 am

CRICKET

Stuart Broad has been added to England's ODI squad in place of the injured Liam Plunkett

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/16 at 7:19 am

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray swept past home hope Sam Groth to reach the third round of the Australian Open. The Scot, seeded number two, dismantled the Australian's big serve to win 6-0 6-4 6-1 in one hour and 30 minutes.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/16 at 7:56 am

FOOTBALL

Manchester United's Ashley Young will be out for "a long time" with a severe groin injury, says Louis van Gaal

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/16 at 9:51 am

FOOTBALL

UEFA will not hold a presidential election until Michel Platini's appeal against his eight-year ban is heard

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/16 at 11:57 am

CRICKET

Debutant Stephen Cook makes a hundred for South Africa before England fight back on day one of the fourth Test

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/16 at 3:09 pm

FOOTBALL

Manchester City Women sign Swedish striker Kosovare Asllani, 26, from Paris St-Germain

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/16 at 3:45 pm

FOOTBALL

Adam Rooney scores as Aberdeen beat Dundee 1-0 at Pittodrie in the Scottish Premiership

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/16 at 5:00 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray recovers from a second-set slump to defeat Joao Sousa and move into the Australian Open fourth round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/16 at 7:01 am

CRICKET

India avoid a series whitewash as they beat Australia by six wickets in the final one-day international; Australia win the series 4-1

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/16 at 10:41 am

CRICKET

South Africa's Quinton de Kock makes unbeaten 129 before England close day two of final Test on 138-2 - trailing by 337

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/16 at 12:16 pm

FOOTBALL

Louis van Gaal says Manchester United fans are right to boo him, after his side lose 1-0 to Southampton at Old Trafford

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/23/16 at 12:41 pm

GOLF

Rory McIlroy is in a five-way tie for the lead midway through the third round of the Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/24/16 at 12:58 pm

CRICKET

South Africa close day three of the final Test leading by 175 runs after Kagiso Rabada takes 7-112 to bowl out England for 342

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/24/16 at 1:51 pm

FOOTBALL

Diego Costa's first-half strike earns Chelsea victory and a league double over 10-man Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/24/16 at 2:46 pm

BOWLS

England's Nick Brett wins the men's singles title at the World Indoor Bowls, beating compatriot Robert Paxton

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/24/16 at 4:17 pm

BREAKING NEWS

Adidas, the IAAF's biggest sponsor, has told athletics' world governing body it is to terminate their sponsorship deal four years early, the BBC has learned.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/athletics/35385415

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Written By: nally on 01/24/16 at 6:46 pm

MLB offseason news: Yoenis Cespedes is staying with the New York Mets; he had been a free agent after the 2015 season ended, and after being offered possibilities with other teams, he chose a 3-year deal with NYM; this deal includes an opt-out after the first year.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/16 at 3:45 am

TENNIS

Johanna Konta becomes first GB woman since 1984 to reach a Grand Slam quarter-final by beating Ekaterina Makarova

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/16 at 4:17 am

HORSE RACING

Monday's meeting at Newcastle is abandoned because of a waterlogged track

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/16 at 4:18 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray leads Tomic 6-4 6-4 in 4th round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/16 at 4:19 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray leads Tomic 6-4 6-4 in 4th round

http://c.files.bbci.co.uk/1775A/production/_87909069_murray_index_getty.jpg

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/16 at 5:10 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray beats Bernard Tomic 6-4 6-4 7-6 (7-4); GB has male & female players in Grand Slam quarter-final for first time since 1977

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/16 at 6:41 am

CRICKET

Hashim Amla extends South Africa's lead over England to 300 on the fourth day of the final Test

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/16 at 7:46 am

CRICKET

Ex-South Africa wrist-spinner Gulam Bodi is banned for 20 years after he admitted charges of attempting to fix matches

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/16 at 10:04 am

CRICKET

South Africa declare on 248-5 during a rain break, setting England 382 to win the final Test at Centurion

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/16 at 11:23 am

ATHLETICS

European 800m silver medallist Irina Maracheva among four athletes banned for doping by Russian Olympic Committee

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/16 at 12:01 pm

FOOTBALL

Stoke City captain and centre-back Ryan Shawcross is set to be out for up to a month with a back injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/16 at 5:21 am

TENNIS

Novak Djokovic reaches the Australian Open semi-finals, beating Kei Nishikori 6-3 6-2 6-4

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/16 at 5:53 am

CRICKET

India set Australia a target of 189 to win the first Twenty20 international in Adelaide

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/16 at 6:46 am

ATHLETICS

GB athletes will be asked to sign an agreement banning them from representing their country if they are ever found guilty of doping

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/16 at 9:17 am

CRICKET

England "showed no heart" as they collapsed to defeat in the final Test in South Africa, says former captain Michael Vaughan

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/16 at 11:48 am

FOOTBALL

Crystal Palace sign ex-Arsenal, Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur striker Emmanuel Adebayor until end of season

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/16 at 12:50 pm

FOOTBALL

Middlesbrough sign Southampton midfielder Gaston Ramirez on loan for the rest of the season

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/27/16 at 3:20 am

TENNIS

Britain's Johanna Konta beats China's Zhang Shuai 6-4 6-1 to reach the Australian Open semi-final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/27/16 at 3:21 am

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray reaches Australian Open semi-finals with 6-3 6-7 (5-7) 6-2 6-3 win over Spain's David Ferrer

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/27/16 at 5:05 pm

FOOTBALL

Manchester City beat Everton 4-3 on aggregate to reach the Capital One Cup final where they will face Liverpool

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/16 at 2:43 am

TENNIS

Britain's Johanna Konta is beaten 7-5 6-2 by Angelique Kerber in their Australian Open semi-final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/16 at 2:51 am

TENNIS

Serena Williams beats Agnieszka Radwanska 6-0 6-4 to reach her seventh Australian Open final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/16 at 5:11 am

TENNIS

Novak Djokovic reaches his fifth Grand Slam final in a row by beating Roger Federer 6-1 6-2 3-6 6-3 at the Australian Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/16 at 6:36 am

FOOTBALL

Manchester City beat Everton 4-3 on aggregate to reach the Capital One Cup final where they will face Liverpool

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/16 at 8:25 am

TENNIS

Britain's Jamie Murray is through to his third consecutive Grand Slam doubles final after he and partner Bruno Soares won their Australian Open semi-final in straight sets. The Scottish-Brazilian pairing saw off France's Lucas Pouille and Adrian Mannarino 6-3 6-1 in Melbourne. They will face Canada's 43-year-old Daniel Nestor and 37-year-old Czech Radek Stepanek in Saturday's final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/16 at 8:58 am

FOOTBALL

Louis van Gaal has described stories suggesting he offered to resign as Manchester United manager as "awful and horrible". United have won only three of their past 13 league and cup games. Van Gaal and his players were jeered by fans at the end of Saturday's 1-0 Premier League home defeat by Southampton, prompting renewed speculation about the manager's future. "It is the third time I am sacked and I am still sitting here," said Van Gaal.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/16 at 9:59 am

RUGBY UNION

Scotland centre Alex Dunbar and back-rower Adam Ashe to miss start of Six Nations through injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/16 at 10:24 am

FOOTBALL

Greg Dyke will not seek re-election as Football Association chairman when his current term ends in June

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/16 at 1:15 pm

RUGBY UNION

Scotland centre Alex Dunbar and back-rower Adam Ashe to miss start of Six Nations through injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/16 at 4:01 pm

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray plays Canada's Milos Raonic on Friday for a place in Sunday's Australian Open final. Four-time runner-up Murray is attempting to reach his fifth final in Melbourne, where Novak Djokovic awaits.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/16 at 5:17 pm

CRICKET

Surrey head coach Graham Ford is leaving the county to return to the Sri Lanka national team

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/16 at 2:58 am

RUGBY UNION

Scotland centre Alex Dunbar and back-rower Adam Ashe to miss start of Six Nations through injury

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/16 at 3:35 am

TENNIS

Raonic wins first set 6-4 v Murray

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/16 at 4:09 am

TENNIS

Raonic wins first set 6-4 v Murray
Winner faces Novak Djokovic in final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/16 at 4:22 am

TENNIS

Murray levels the semi-final 4-6 7-5

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/16 at 5:21 am

TENNIS

Murray trails Raonic 4-6 7-5 6-7 (4-7)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/16 at 6:13 am

TENNIS

Murray and Raonic play deciding set (Murray 4-6 7-5 6-7 (4-7) 6-4 Raonic)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/16 at 6:50 am

BREAKING NEWS

Andy Murray reaches his fifth Australian Open final with a five-set victory over Milos Raonic

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/16 at 7:13 am

TENNIS

Martina Hingis and Sania Mirza have won the Australian Open women's doubles title to make it three Grand Slams in a row. The top seeds beat Czech pair Andrea Hlavackova and Lucie Hradecka 7-6 (7-1) 6-3 in the final at Melbourne Park.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/16 at 9:10 am

FOOTBALL

Former Manchester United defender Nemanja Vidic retires at the age of 34

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/16 at 9:59 am

GOLF

American Scott Brown hit eight birdies in his final 11 holes to share the lead at the Farmers Insurance Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/16 at 1:04 pm

FOOTBALL

Crystal Palace striker Connor Wickham is banned for three matches after admitting a violent conduct charge

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/16 at 3:42 pm

FOOTBALL

Chelsea sign Brazilian forward Alexandre Pato on loan from Corinthians until the end of the season

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/16 at 4:39 pm

FOOTBALL

Manchester United beat Derby County 3-1 to reach the FA Cup fifth round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/16 at 4:47 am

Australian Open, Andy Murray takes on Novak Djokovic.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/16 at 5:39 am

Australian Open, Andy Murray takes on Novak Djokovic.
Britain’s Andy Murray loses the Australian Open final in straight sets against Novak Djokovic

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/16 at 6:44 am

GOLF

Scotland's Paul Lawrie faded in the final round of the Qatar Masters as South Africa's Branden Grace retained his title.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/16 at 10:02 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Footballers in Greece staged a sit-in protest at the start of a game over the death toll of migrants trying to reach the country by sea.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/16 at 11:29 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Ross County beat 10-man Celtic 3-1 to reach the final of the Scottish League Cup, where they will meet Hibernian

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/16 at 11:53 am

FOOTBALL

Chelsea win 5-1 at MK Dons to book their place in the FA Cup fifth round

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/16 at 12:39 pm

FOOTBALL

Newcastle United make a £21m bid for West Brom striker Saido Berahino

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/16 at 1:00 pm

CRICKET

Shane Watson hit the second highest Twenty20 international score but India still whitewashed his Australia side in the three-match series. Watson, 34, struck six sixes in his 124 not out off 71 balls as the hosts made 197-5, but India chased the total down by hitting 19 off the last over.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/16 at 1:42 pm

FOOTBALL

Chelsea captain John Terry says he will leave the club at the end of the season, when his contract will not be renewed

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/31/16 at 3:35 pm

FOOTBALL

Newcastle United make a £21m bid for West Brom striker Saido Berahino

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/01/16 at 11:40 am

FOOTBALL

Transfer Deadline Day
Transfer window closes in England at 23:00 GMT. Closes at midnight in Scotland

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/01/16 at 11:54 am

BOXING

British former world heavyweight champion Frank Bruno wants to return to the ring at the age of 54. Bruno, who has not fought since being knocked out by Mike Tyson in 1996, has been suffering with bipolar disorder in recent years.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/01/16 at 1:55 pm

RUGBY UNION

New Zealand top the first rankings for women's international rugby, with World Cup holders England third

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/01/16 at 3:53 pm

FOOTBALL

Striker Oumar Niasse completes a £13.5m move to Everton from Lokomotiv Moscow

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/01/16 at 5:51 pm

GOLF

South Korea's Song Young-han held off world number one Jordan Spieth to win his maiden title at the Singapore Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/02/16 at 6:38 am

BOXING

David Haye says he would have no problem with Frank Bruno, 54, fighting again - as long as he fights boxers of the same age

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/02/16 at 9:13 am

The BBC will broadcast the next five Olympics - Summer and Winter - on its television, radio and online platforms. It had already secured the rights for the 2016, 2018 and 2020 Games.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/02/16 at 9:30 am

FOOTBALL

Liverpool Ladies sign England defender Alex Greenwood, 22, from Notts County Ladies

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/02/16 at 11:17 am

BOXING

Britain's Amir Khan will fight Mexico's Saul Alvarez for the WBC world title on 7 May in Las Vegas.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/02/16 at 11:48 am

RUGBY UNION

Ireland winger Luke Fitzgerald is out of the Six Nations after sustaining a knee ligament injury in training

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/02/16 at 1:31 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE

Wayne Bennett, Australian rugby league's most successful coach, succeeds Steve McNamara as England boss

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/03/16 at 3:41 am

CRICKET

New Zealand took a 1-0 lead in the three-match Chappell-Hadlee series with a 159-run victory over Australia. In the first ODI between the teams since Australia won the World Cup final in March last year, Martin Guptill hit five sixes in his 90 from 76 balls.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/03/16 at 4:36 am

TENNIS

Seventeen-times Grand Slam winner Roger Federer will be out of action for a month after undergoing knee surgery

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/03/16 at 10:18 am

CRICKET

England hit their second highest total in a one-day international by reaching 399-9 against South Africa in Bloemfontein

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/03/16 at 11:32 am

FOOTBALL

Former Manchester City and AC Milan midfielder Nigel de Jong joins Steven Gerrard and Ashley Cole at LA Galaxy

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/03/16 at 4:13 pm

CRICKET

England hit their second highest total in a one-day international by reaching 399-9 against South Africa in Bloemfontein
England win the rain-hit first one-day international against South Africa by 39 runs on the Duckworth-Lewis method

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/03/16 at 4:36 pm

FOOTBALL

Chelsea extend their unbeaten league run to eight games despite drawing a blank in a goalless draw at Watford

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/04/16 at 1:36 pm

RUGBY UNION

England select Danny Care at scrum-half and Joe Marler at loose-head for Saturday's Six Nations match in Scotland

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/07/16 at 4:31 am

CYCLING

Britain's Chris Froome takes overall victory in the Herald Sun Tour with a brilliant ride to win Sunday's final stage

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/07/16 at 4:32 am

FOOTBALL

Spurs' 1-0 home win over Watford moved them up to second, five points behind surprise leaders Leicester City, who beat Manchester City 3-1 away.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/07/16 at 8:24 am

GOLF

Britain's Danny Willett, 28, wins his fourth European Tour title with victory at the Dubai Desert Classic

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/07/16 at 10:55 am

RUGBY UNION

Ireland and Wales draw 16-16 in Dublin in the final game of the Six Nations' opening weekend

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/07/16 at 11:03 am

CRICKET

England women win the first one-day international against SA by seven wickets in a weather-affected game

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/07/16 at 2:09 pm

Beth Tweddle’s family have released a statement following the news that the Olympian allegedly broke her back after a fall on The Jump. They reveal that Beth is stable and is about to undergo surgery for her injuries. ‘Yesterday Beth had a fall on the slopes whilst in training for The Jump,’ reads the statement from Ann and Jerry Tweddle, her parents. ‘She is stable and due to undergo routine surgery on her back.

Read more: http://metro.co.uk/2016/02/07/beth-tweddles-family-release-statement-after-the-jump-crash-5667772/#ixzz3zVyVk4sj

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/07/16 at 2:34 pm

JUDO

Wales' Natalie Powell and Scotland's Sally Conway win bronze medals at the prestigious Paris Grand Slam

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/07/16 at 3:13 pm

FOOTBALL

A late Diego Costa goal gives Chelsea a 1-1 draw at home to Manchester United in the Premier League

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Written By: mqg96 on 02/07/16 at 9:59 pm

The Denver Broncos are your Super Bowl 50 champions with a defensive 24-10 victory over the Carolina Panthers.

Peyton Manning might have finished his NFL career with a bang!

At least my Falcons won't be the only team in the NFC South without a ring though, phew, but as a person who grew up in Georgia his whole life, I DO feel sorry for Cam Newton though, but he's the ONLY player from the Panther's team I feel sorry for. Other than that, too much hype. I'm so proud of the Broncos, after that humiliating 43-8 beat down from the Seahawks 2 years ago, they come back and avenge that loss and prove the doubters wrong! It couldn't have felt any sweeter for them. Von Miller deserves the MVP if he did get it!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/08/16 at 4:11 am

The Denver Broncos are your Super Bowl 50 champions with a defensive 24-10 victory over the Carolina Panthers.

Peyton Manning might have finished his NFL career with a bang!

At least my Falcons won't be the only team in the NFC South without a ring though, phew, but as a person who grew up in Georgia his whole life, I DO feel sorry for Cam Newton though, but he's the ONLY player from the Panther's team I feel sorry for. Other than that, too much hype. I'm so proud of the Broncos, after that humiliating 43-8 beat down from the Seahawks 2 years ago, they come back and avenge that loss and prove the doubters wrong! It couldn't have felt any sweeter for them. Von Miller deserves the MVP if he did get it!
The match was on live television over here, it was on late so I did not watch it.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/08/16 at 4:35 am

The Denver Broncos are your Super Bowl 50 champions with a defensive 24-10 victory over the Carolina Panthers.

Peyton Manning might have finished his NFL career with a bang!

At least my Falcons won't be the only team in the NFC South without a ring though, phew, but as a person who grew up in Georgia his whole life, I DO feel sorry for Cam Newton though, but he's the ONLY player from the Panther's team I feel sorry for. Other than that, too much hype. I'm so proud of the Broncos, after that humiliating 43-8 beat down from the Seahawks 2 years ago, they come back and avenge that loss and prove the doubters wrong! It couldn't have felt any sweeter for them. Von Miller deserves the MVP if he did get it!
Chris Martin got by with a little help from his - rather famous - friends at the Super Bowl half-time show. Beyonce, Bruno Mars and Mark Ronson all joined Coldplay on stage for the performance. They were the first British band to get the gig since The Who, in 2010.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/08/16 at 8:39 am

GYMNASTICS

Olympian Beth Tweddle moves hands and feet after surgery on her neck following an accident on TV show The Jump

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/08/16 at 8:58 am

FOOTBALL

Rotherham United part ways with manager Neil Redfearn after only four months in charge

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/08/16 at 10:48 am

HORSE RACING

Ex-jockey Darren Egan is banned from racing for 12 years after he was found guilty of corruption charges last year

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/08/16 at 11:31 am

ATHLETICS

London Marathon co-founder John Disley has died after a short illness at the age of 87

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Written By: nally on 02/08/16 at 12:17 pm

The Denver Broncos are your Super Bowl 50 champions with a defensive 24-10 victory over the Carolina Panthers.

Peyton Manning might have finished his NFL career with a bang!

At least my Falcons won't be the only team in the NFC South without a ring though, phew, but as a person who grew up in Georgia his whole life, I DO feel sorry for Cam Newton though, but he's the ONLY player from the Panther's team I feel sorry for. Other than that, too much hype. I'm so proud of the Broncos, after that humiliating 43-8 beat down from the Seahawks 2 years ago, they come back and avenge that loss and prove the doubters wrong! It couldn't have felt any sweeter for them. Von Miller deserves the MVP if he did get it!

Congratz to the Broncos.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/08/16 at 1:38 pm

FOOTBALL

Chelsea defender Kurt Zouma faces six months out because he needs knee surgery

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/10/16 at 3:38 am

TENNIS

Two umpires have been banned by the International Tennis Federation and four more are being investigated over allegations of fixing.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/10/16 at 4:56 am

CRICKET

Uncapped all-rounder Liam Dawson is included in England's squad for the World Twenty20 in India next month

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/10/16 at 7:02 am

GYMNASTICS

Olympian Beth Tweddle moves hands and feet after surgery on her neck following an accident on TV show The Jump
Olympic bronze medallist Beth Tweddle has taken her first steps since having neck surgery following her fall on Channel 4's The Jump.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/10/16 at 7:58 am

CRICKET

Ireland lost by 11 runs to Papua New Guinea in Townsville but finished as 2-1 winners in the three-game T20 series.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/10/16 at 10:00 am

BOXING

Former British and Commonwealth super-featherweight champion Kevin Mitchell retires

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/10/16 at 10:34 am

CYCLING

Mark Cavendish drops to second, 26 seconds behind Edvald Boasson Hagen, after three stages of the Tour of Qatar

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/10/16 at 12:29 pm

FOOTBALL

Bolton Wanderers chairman Phil Gartside has died from cancer at the age of 63. Gartside had been in the role for 16 years, after joining the board in 1988. He was chairman of the club during a 11-year stint in the Premier League as well as two Uefa Cup campaigns.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/10/16 at 1:30 pm

FOOTBALL

Liverpool's owners have scrapped their controversial £77 ticket and apologised for the "distress caused" by last week's pricing announcement. Thousands of fans left 77 minutes into Saturday's home draw with Sunderland in protest at the planned top-price £77 ticket in the new main stand. The club's owners said in a statement: "Message received." Liverpool's dearest matchday ticket will now stay at £59, while the highest season-ticket price is also frozen.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/16 at 6:05 am

RUGBY UNION

Duncan Taylor replaces Matt Scott in Scotland's starting XV for their game against Wales on Saturday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/16 at 8:18 am

FOOTBALL

Manchester United announce that revenue in the three months to 31 December rose 26.6% to £133.8m

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/16 at 10:19 am

CYCLING

Isle of Man rider Mark Cavendish reclaims the race leader's jersey on the penultimate stage of the Tour of Qatar

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/16 at 11:45 am

ATHLETICS

Kenya has until the end of Thursday to prove to the World Anti-Doping Agency (Wada) it is tackling cheating in athletics, the BBC has learned.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/16 at 12:35 pm

ATHLETICS

IAAF president Lord Coe accuses Nestle of hypocrisy after it ends its sponsorship of the Kids' Athletics programme

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/16 at 1:45 pm

FOOTBALL

Midfielder Dimitri Payet signs a new five-year deal with West Ham after scoring six goals in 22 appearances

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/16 at 4:36 pm

CRICKET

Australia win the toss and field first against New Zealand in the first Test at the Basin Reserve in Wellington

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/12/16 at 6:22 am

CRICKET

England women reach 262-9 in their second one-day international against South Africa at Centurion

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/12/16 at 6:36 am

RUGBY UNION

Maro Itoje in line to make his England debut after he was named on the bench for Sunday's Six Nations game against Italy

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/12/16 at 7:07 am

GOLF

Former US Open champion Justin Rose partnered musician and actor Justin Timberlake as he finished among the leaders on day one of the celebrity pro-am at Pebble Beach.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/12/16 at 8:25 am

TENNIS

World number five Rafael Nadal will compete at the Aegon Championships at Queen's Club this summer.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/12/16 at 12:40 pm

CYCLING

Britain's Mark Cavendish wins the Tour of Qatar for a second time, as Alexander Kristoff sprints to victory on the final stage

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/12/16 at 3:40 pm

CRICKET

Joe Root's eighth one-day century is in vain as South Africa beat England by one wicket to level the ODI series 2-2

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/13/16 at 2:48 am

CRICKET

Australia's Adam Voges is likened to legend Sir Don Bradman after lifting his Test average above 100 with his fifth century in 19 innings

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/13/16 at 4:54 am

GYMNASTICS

Olympic bronze medallist Beth Tweddle takes her first unaided steps since neck surgery following her fall on The Jump

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/13/16 at 8:34 am

CRICKET

Fast bowler Katherine Brunt will miss the rest of England's tour of South Africa after injuring her back on Friday

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/13/16 at 10:18 am

ATHLETICS

Lynsey Sharp sets a new Scottish indoor 800m record with victory at the David Hemery Valentine Invitational in Boston

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/13/16 at 11:11 am

FOOTBALL

Hearts' Scottish Premiership game with Partick Thistle is postponed because of a waterlogged pitch at Tynecastle

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/13/16 at 12:00 pm

RUGBY UNION

Maxime Medard scores a late winning try as France come from behind to beat Ireland 10-9 in Paris

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/14/16 at 8:11 am

FOOTBALL

Arsenal beat Premier League leaders Leicester 2-1 with a Danny Welbeck goal in stoppage time

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/14/16 at 9:36 am

WINTER SPORTS

Great Britain just miss out on their first medal in a men's bobsleigh World Championships for 50 years by 0.20 seconds

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/14/16 at 11:29 am

CRICKET

AB de Villiers' century gives South Africa a five-wicket victory and a 3-2 one-day series win over England

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/14/16 at 1:12 pm

FOOTBALL

Tottenham beat Manchester City 2-1 to move second in the Premier League

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/14/16 at 5:21 pm

BOXING

Britain's Anthony Joshua will fight reigning champion Charles Martin for the IBF world heavyweight title in London's on 9 April

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/15/16 at 3:43 am

CRICKET

Australia crush New Zealand by an innings and 52 runs on day four of the first Test in Wellington

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/15/16 at 4:10 am

FOOTBALL

Chelsea skipper John Terry is a doubt for Tuesday's Champions League last-16 trip to Paris St-Germain after limping off in the 5-1 win over Newcastle. Terry hurt himself on landing after an aerial challenge in the first half. Chelsea say the 35-year-old may have a small muscular injury to his hamstring and will undergo a scan on Sunday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/15/16 at 6:52 am

Eddie Izzard will attempt to run 27 marathons in 27 days through South Africa for Sport Relief, the BBC has announced.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-35578864

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/15/16 at 10:36 am

FOOTBALL

Kilmarnock appoint Lee Clark as their new manager on a three-and-a-half-year deal

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/15/16 at 10:37 am

GOLF

Vaughn Taylor hit a seven-under-par 65 to win his first PGA Tour title in 11 years at the Pebble Beach Pro-Am.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/15/16 at 12:12 pm

SNOOKER

Ronnie O'Sullivan turns down the chance of a 147 break at the Welsh Open because the £10,000 prize is not enough

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/15/16 at 12:20 pm

TENNIS

Venus Williams wins 49th career title with Taiwan Open victory

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/15/16 at 1:03 pm

ATHLETICS

British high jumper Christopher Baker set a personal best in finishing second at the Hustopece Indoor Championships in the Czech Republic. The 25-year-old eclipsed his previous best of 2.28m with an impressive 2.36m, just 2cm short of Steve Smith's British indoor record.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/16/16 at 1:32 am

FOOTBALL

Manchester United appoint former midfielder Nicky Butt as their new head of academy

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/16/16 at 4:48 am

CYCLING

Mark Cavendish, Sir Bradley Wiggins, Laura Trott among 21 riders in GB squad for UCI Track Worlds in London

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/16/16 at 6:10 am

FOOTBALL

Brazil and Barcelona star Neymar has $50m worth of his assets frozen by a court in Brazil over allegations of tax evasion

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/16/16 at 11:35 am

Olympic bronze medallist Beth Tweddle is to be discharged from hospital, 10 days after suffering a neck injury during Channel 4's The Jump.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/16/16 at 12:05 pm

SNOOKER

Ronnie O'Sullivan hits three century breaks in 4-0 defeat of Tian Pengfei in second round of Welsh Open

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/16/16 at 2:23 pm

CRICKET

Ireland lose eight wickets for 37 runs as they are beaten by the United Arab Emirates in their second Twenty20 international in Abu Dhabi

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/17/16 at 12:55 am

FOOTBALL

Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo walks out of a news conference after being questioned about his record in away matches

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/17/16 at 7:47 am

CRICKET

England’s 15-player squad has been announced for the ICC Women’s World Twenty20, which will be played alongside the men’s competition in India next month. Charlotte Edwards will captain the side, who get their campaign under way on 17 March, when they take on Bangladesh in Bangalore.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/17/16 at 8:01 am

RUGBY UNION

Newport Gwent Dragons wing Matthew Pewtner has been forced to retire from injury on medical grounds.

A statement issued by the region said the player had failed to recover from a head injury.

"I am devastated," said Pewtner.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/17/16 at 8:08 am

FOOTBALL

Wayne Rooney will not feature for Manchester United in Midtjylland tomorrow. The Reds skipper has not travelled to Denmark for the Europa League tie, with the club saying - rather mysteriously - that "the manager is expected to confirm why his captain has not made the trip during his pre-match press conference at 17:00 GMT".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/17/16 at 8:55 am

FOOTBALL

Rotherham sign former Charlton, West Brom and Crystal Palace winger Jerome Thomas on a deal until the end of the season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/17/16 at 9:14 am

FOOTBALL

Norwegian midfielder Kristoffer Ajer agrees a deal to join Celtic on a four-year deal in June.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/17/16 at 9:53 am

HORSE RACING

Trainer Willie Mullins says champion hurdler Faugheen has a leg injury and will miss the defence of his title at the Cheltenham Festival next month.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/17/16 at 10:54 am

Fifa's ethics watchdog has imposed a warning and £4,950 fine on German soccer great Franz Beckenbauer for stonewalling an investigation.

The former World Cup-winning player and coach is arguably Germany's most iconic footballer and a household name who also ran the 2006 World Cup in his home country,

"In the present case, Mr Beckenbauer failed to cooperate with an Ethics Committee investigation...regarding the 2018/2022 Fifa World Cup bids despite repeated requests for his assistance," Fifa's ethics panel said in a statement.

Fifa is investigating the awarding of those tournaments.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/17/16 at 5:33 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Cristiano Ronaldo's 33rd goal of the season helped Real Madrid take a big step towards the Champions League quarter-finals with victory at Roma in the first leg of their last-16 tie.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/18/16 at 2:12 am

BOXING

Nike has terminated its relationship with Manny Pacquiao after the six-weight world champion described homosexuals as "worse than animals".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/18/16 at 3:55 am

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Aberdeen winger Jonny Hayes is facing a month on the sidelines after sustaining a hamstring injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/18/16 at 4:09 am

FORMULA 1

British driver Will Stevens has been dropped by Manor for the 2016 season and replaced by Indonesian Rio Haryanto. The 24-year-old has not scored a point after 18 grands prix starts. It means there will be three British drivers on the grid this year, with world champion Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes, Jenson Button at McLaren and Jolyon Palmer at Renault.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/18/16 at 4:36 am

FOOTBALL

Newcastle striker Aleksander Mitrovic has been ruled out for "a couple of weeks" with a knee injury, says boss Steve McClaren.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/18/16 at 5:42 am

FOOTBALL

Manchester United are reportedly considering an offer for Wayne Rooney from the Chinese Super League, report The Sun. The striker has been at Old Trafford for 12 years but with his form declining, the club could see this as an opportunity to cut their losses. On Tuesday, Rooney was ruled out of action for six weeks with a knee injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/18/16 at 5:59 am

CRICKET

Convicted spot-fixer Mervyn Westfield can play professional standard cricket this year as he tries to rebuild his career after being jailed for cheating. The fast bowler served eight weeks in prison and was banned from professional cricket for five years in 2012. Westfield, 27, has been playing for Essex club side Frinton since 2014. The England and Wales Cricket Board has now given Westfield special dispensation to play for county second XI or minor counties for 12 months. He is still not allowed to play first-class cricket until the final year of his ban expires.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/18/16 at 7:56 am

CRICKET

Kent are in advanced talks to sign South Africa fast bowler Kagiso Rabada. The 20-year-old pace man was the top wicket-taker in the recent Test series against England, taking 22 wickets at an average of 21.90 in three matches. BBC Radio Kent understands Rabada has met Kent chairman George Kennedy about signing a short-term deal.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/18/16 at 8:02 am

WOMEN'S FOOTBALL

Women's Super League side Arsenal Ladies sign Germany international Josephine Henning from Paris St-Germain.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/18/16 at 8:37 am

OLYMPICS

Lord Coe is ready to ban Kenya's track and field team from the Olympics if the country's athletics federation is declared non-compliant with the World Anti-Doping Agency (Wada) code. Kenya missed a deadline last week to prove to Wada it was tackling cheating.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/18/16 at 3:28 pm

SNOOKER

Defending champion John Higgins went out of the Welsh Open in the fourth round, but Ronnie O'Sullivan is through to the quarter-finals in Cardiff. Scotland's four-time world champion Higgins, 40, was beaten 4-1 by 24-year-old Welshman Michael White. Englishman O'Sullivan, 40, had little trouble beating China's Yu Delu by the same score.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/18/16 at 5:09 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Manchester United produced another underwhelming display as they lost to Danish side FC Midtjylland in the first leg of their Europa League last-32 tie.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/19/16 at 6:25 am

CRICKET

Former West Indies batsman Andy Ganteaume - the only Test cricketer with a better average than Sir Donald Bradman - has died at the age of 95.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/19/16 at 6:53 am

WOMEN'S CRICKET

After Thursday's win over South Africa, the England women are back in action on Friday in the second Twenty20 international between England and South Africa.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/19/16 at 6:55 am

GOLF

There were contrasting fortunes for Rory McIlroy and Jordan Spieth in the opening round of the Northern Trust Open in California. World number three McIlroy had a four-under opening round of 67 but he trails early leader Camilo Villegas by four shots. But world number one Jordan Spieth had a nightmare round of 79 which included eight bogeys as well as a double-bogey on the 18th. It was the worst opening-round score of his professional career.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/19/16 at 11:44 am

BOXING

Anthony Joshua says he is "ready to rock and roll" despite being "thrown in a the deep end" when he fights American Charles Martin for the IBF world heavyweight title on 9 April.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/19/16 at 2:33 pm

CRICKET

England missed a run-out off the final ball as South Africa won the first Twenty20 international by three wickets in Cape Town.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/16 at 5:22 am

CRICKET

New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum scored 25 in his final Test innings as Australia closed in on victory in Christchurch.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/16 at 5:38 am

TENNIS

Australia's Nick Kyrgios claimed the first ATP title of his career with a straight-sets win over Croatian fourth seed Marin Cilic at the Marseille Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/16 at 6:35 am

FA Cup FOOTBALL

Chelsea 5-1 Man City
Chelsea sweep aside a below-strength Manchester City team to reach the FA Cup quarter-finals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/16 at 6:38 am

GOLF

Two-time Masters winner Bubba Watson has had an eventful week. The American had a kidney stone removed, made an appearance on a TV show, watched his three-year-old son play drums with Justin Bieber ... then won the PGA’s Northern Trust Open in California. Watson, who held the overnight lead, claimed victory thanks to back-to-back birdies on the 16th and 17th, which put him ahead of clubhouse leader Adam Scott and Jason Kokrak on 15 under.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/16 at 7:24 am

CRICKET

India could be bracing for a fresh injury setback after captain MS Dhoni suffered a back injury ahead of the Asia Cup. Dhoni, set to lead India in next month's World Twenty20, picked up the injury during training in Bangladesh on Monday, with the Asia Cup set to begin this week.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/16 at 8:24 am

SNOOKER

Ronnie O'Sullivan won seven frames in a row to beat Neil Robertson 9-5 and win his fourth Welsh Open title.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/16 at 9:04 am

Holders Chile have been drawn in the same group as Argentina, Bolivia and Panama at the special centenary Copa America.

The 100th anniversary of football's oldest international championship sees hosts USA drawn with Colombia, Costa Rica and Paraguay.

Uruguay, the tournament's most successful team, play Jamaica, Mexico and Venezuela, while 2007 winners Brazil face Ecuador, Haiti and Peru.

The 2016 Copa America has been expanded by four teams and is being staged outside the South American Football Confederation for the first time.

The tournament starts on 3 June when USA play Colombia in Santa Clara, California.

The final is on 26 June at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/16 at 10:00 am

TENNIS

Australian Open semi-finalist Johanna Konta has jumped one place to a career-high 26th in the WTA world rankings. The British number one plays in the Mexico Open first round on Monday in her first match since losing to Angelique Kerber in Melbourne. Heather Watson has also climbed a place to 83rd while fellow Briton Naomi Broady has risen three places to 93rd. Serena Williams remains top of the rankings and Kerber, who beat her in the Australian Open final, is second.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/16 at 11:29 am

FOOTBALL

Chelsea will impose life bans on supporters who threw coins at Manchester City players during the FA Cup fifth-round tie at Stamford Bridge if they can be identified. Referee Andre Marriner retrieved several coins that were thrown towards City striker David Faupala as he celebrated his equaliser in a game Chelsea went on to win 5-1. "We condemn such idiotic and dangerous behaviour," a Chelsea spokesman said. "It is also worth stating this is a criminal offence and we will support any police prosecution if they can be identified."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/16 at 2:36 pm

ATHLETICS

The IAAF has provisionally suspended the chief executive of Athletics Kenya amid allegations he asked athletes for bribes to reduce doping bans.

The governing body for athletics said it took the decision concerning Isaac Mwangi "in the interests of the integrity of the sport".

Meanwhile, Kenya has been given until 5 April to show it complies with the World Anti-Doping Agency (Wada) code.

If it fails to do show it could be banned from international athletics.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/23/16 at 3:19 am

CRICKET

England's long tour to South Africa is at an end and the lads are heading home. Writing on Instagram, Joe Root said: "Some fantastic memories from this tour! A beautiful country, caught up with some old mates and was lucky enough to make some new ones!"

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/23/16 at 3:20 am

FOOTBALL

Alex McLeish has signed a deal to become manager of Egyptian champions Zamalek. The 57-year-old former Aston Villa and Rangers boss will replace ex-Tottenham striker Mido, who was sacked after 37 days earlier this month. McLeish's most recent job was with Belgian side Genk, leading them to seventh place in 2014-15 before leaving.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/23/16 at 3:35 am

CRICKET

England all-rounder Samit Patel will replace Durham’s Scott Borthwick in the MCC squad captained by Ian Bell for the annual four-day Champion County match against Yorkshire in Abu Dhabi beginning on 20 March. Borthwick has extended his stay with Wellington CC in New Zealand.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/23/16 at 4:37 am

FOOTBALL

Norwich City and QPR are among clubs interested in James Forrest after the winger rejects a new Celtic contract.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/23/16 at 5:39 am

Eddie Izzard has begun the first of the 27 marathons he's running for Sport Relief. The comedian plans to run a marathon a day for the next 27 days - one for each year Nelson Mandela spent in prison.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/23/16 at 6:32 am

FOOTBALL

Barcelona forward Luis Suarez forgets his passport ahead of the Arsenal game but still manages to catch his team's flight to London.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/23/16 at 8:10 am

DAVIS CUP TENNIS

Davis Cup champions Great Britain have named their squad for the World Group first round tie against Japan from 4-6 March in Birmingham. Led by Leon Smith, the squad contains - unsurprisingly - Andy Murray, his brother Jamie, Kyle Edmund, Dominic Inglot and Dan Evans.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/23/16 at 9:58 am

SKI JUMPING

Austrian ski jumper Lukas Muller has been released from the hospital to continue his recovery in a rehab clinic, six weeks after a crash at the ski flying world championships left him partially paralyzed. Muller, 23, says his condition is improving and he's able to move a toe, adding "for now it's utopian but if I ever get the chance to jump again, I'll do it."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/23/16 at 11:34 am

CRICKET

Australian pace bowler Josh Hazlewood has pleaded guilty to dissent after swearing during day four of the second Test against New Zealand. Hazlewood's rant, after an lbw appeal against Kane Williamson was turned down by both the on-field and third umpires, was picked up by a stump microphone.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/23/16 at 3:24 pm

CRICKET

Former England captain Andrew Flintoff has been elected the new president of the Professional Cricketers' Association.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/24/16 at 4:41 am

HORSE RACING

Today's racing at Ludlow has been called off because of frost, and the planned Thursday fixtures at Huntingdon and Sedgefield are both subject to early-morning inspections

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/24/16 at 4:57 am

TENNIS

British number two Heather Watson was knocked out of the Abierto Mexicano Telcel after a 4-6 6-0 7-6 (7-1) first-round loss to Christina McHale.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/24/16 at 5:12 am

CRICKET

Australia captain Steve Smith has been fined 30% of his match fee after being charged with dissent by the International Cricket Council for his role in a confrontation with an umpire in his side's win over New Zealand in the second Test. Smith and fast bowler Josh Hazlewood were charged after they confronted umpire Ranmore Martinesz when a decision went against them on the fourth day of the game in Christchurch. Hazlewood was fined 15% of his match fee for swearing.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/24/16 at 6:20 am

SKIING

Violinist Vanessa-Mae has been awarded damages following a defamation claim against the International Ski Federation . FIS banned Vanessa-Mae from competing for four years in 2014, stating she had 'contrived to manipulate' race results in order to qualify for the Sochi Winter Olympics. A hearing at the Court of Arbitration for Sport in March last year cleared her of any wrongdoing. FIS has now admitted their statements were "unjustified" and "unreservedly withdraws them". The British citizen competed under her father's surname, Vanakorn, and for his country of birth - Thailand - in Sochi, finishing 67th and last in the Giant Slalom.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/24/16 at 1:35 pm

FOOTBALL

Outgoing Fifa president Sepp Blatter and suspended Uefa boss Michel Platini have had bans from all football-related activities upheld. But the suspensions have been reduced from eight to six years by Fifa's appeals committee. Both were found guilty of breaches surrounding a £1.3m ($2m) "disloyal payment" to Platini. They both deny any wrongdoing and have said they will appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/24/16 at 4:42 pm

CRICKET

Australia completed a seven-wicket win over New Zealand in Christchurch to seal a 2-0 series victory and regain top spot in the world Test rankings.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/16 at 3:53 am

FOOTBALL

Manuel Pellegrini said his decision to prioritise the Champions League over the FA Cup was vindicated by the win at Dynamo Kiev. Pellegrini was criticised for playing a weakened side in Sunday's 5-1 fifth-round defeat at Chelsea, but they won Wednesday's last-16 first-leg tie 3-1. "Having just 13 fit outfield players - it was a key decision to rest the team in the game," said Pellegrini. "It was important for the way we had to play this game with lots of intensity."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/16 at 4:47 am

RUGBY UNION

Saracens forward Maro Itoje will make his first start for England in the Six Nations game against Ireland at Twickenham on Saturday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/16 at 12:06 pm

GOLF

World number three Rory McIlroy believes he has made "good strides forward" before the Honda Classic in Florida, which starts on Thursday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/16 at 1:05 pm

TENNIS

Novak Djokovic was forced to retire from his Dubai Tennis Championships quarter-final against Feliciano Lopez. The world number one appeared to be suffering from an eye problem and quit after losing the first set 6-3. A day on from his 700th career win, Djokovic's run of making 17 successive Tour finals came to an end after making 18 unforced errors in only nine games against the sixth seed. Spaniard Lopez will now face Cypriot Marcos Baghdatis in the semi-finals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/16 at 2:52 pm

FOOTBALL

Tottenham Hotspur has approval from the London mayor to build a new £400m stadium.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/26/16 at 3:26 am

FOOTBALL

Fifa will get a new president on Friday when 207 delegates from around the world gather in Zurich, Switzerland to vote for a successor to Sepp Blatter. In charge of world football's governing body since 1998, Blatter, 79, said last year he was standing down amid a growing corruption crisis. Five candidates want to replace him. They are Sheikh Salman bin Ebrahim al-Khalifa, Gianni Infantino, Prince Ali bin al-Hussein, Tokyo Sexwale and Jerome Champagne. The election process is expected to begin at 12:00 GMT, but several rounds of voting may be required before a winner is known.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/26/16 at 3:45 am

CRICKET

Former England all-rounder Chris Lewis will visit every first-class county before the season to try to ensure no player follows his path into crime. Lewis, 48, was released from prison in 2015 after serving less than half of a 13-year sentence for drug smuggling. "I've been through the experience - a lot has happened," he told BBC Sport.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/26/16 at 6:48 am

FOOTBALL

Europa League round of 16 draw

Shakhtar Donetsk v Anderlecht
FC Basel v Sevilla
Villarreal v Bayer Leverkusen
Athletic Bilbao v Valencia
Liverpool v Manchester United
Sparta Prague v Lazio
Borussia Dortmund v Tottenham
Fenerbahce v Braga

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/26/16 at 6:50 am

DARTS

Michael van Gerwen set a world-record televised average on a remarkable evening of Premier League darts in Aberdeen.

The world number one needed just 66 darts to race into a 6-0 lead against Michael Smith and missed double 18 to win with an average of more than 133.

The 26-year-old Dutchman eventually hit double 16 to seal a 7-1 victory.

Phil Taylor held the previous record of 118.66, which was set against Kevin Painter in the 2010 UK Open.

16-time world champion Taylor then averaged 115.25 himself in beating Dave Chisnall 7-5.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/26/16 at 7:23 am

ATHLETICS

Britain's Greg Rutherford has pulled out of this weekend's Indoor British Championships because of illness, but plans to compete at next month's World Indoor Championships in Portland. The Olympic long jump champion, 29, has withdrawn from the Sheffield meeting after suffering a chest infection. He was also forced to miss last Saturday's Glasgow Indoor Grand Prix with a small muscle tear.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/26/16 at 1:17 pm

FOOTBALL

Switzerland's Gianni Infantino has succeeded countryman Sepp Blatter as Fifa president. The Uefa secretary general polled 115 votes in round two, 27 more than closest rival Sheikh Salman bin Ebrahim al-Khalifa. Prince Ali bin al-Hussein was third with four, while Jerome Champagne failed to get any. Tokyo Sexwale withdrew before voting began in Zurich. The first round of voting had failed to determine an outright winner.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/27/16 at 1:10 pm

RUGBY UNION

England 21-10 Ireland

Ireland fought their way back into the match after being completely outsmarted in the first half, but they could not make their increase in possession in the second half count.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/27/16 at 3:03 pm

Former Girls Aloud singer Sarah Harding has become the sixth contestant to drop out of Channel 4 series The Jump because of injury. The 34-year-old said she had "no choice" but to leave the reality skiing show because of a ligament injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/27/16 at 3:49 pm

TENNIS

World number four Stan Wawrinka overcame the spirited challenge of Marcos Baghdatis to win the Dubai Tennis Championship. The Swiss triumphed 6-4 7-6 (15-13) for his ninth straight final win and his second title of the season. The French Open champion, 30, saved five set points in a tense tie-break and won when a Baghdatis return went wide on a fourth match point. It was Wawrinka's first time playing the tournament in eight years. He had reached the final when Nick Kyrgios retired from their semi-final with a back injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/27/16 at 4:50 pm

GOLF

American two-time PGA Tour winner Jason Bohn has suffered a heart attack at the age of 42 during the The Honda Classic in Florida. Bohn, ranked world number 71, had chest pains following the second round and called for a medic. "He was taken by ambulance to Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center, where tests revealed a mild heart attack," a PGA Tour statement said. "Jason is resting comfortably and in good spirits," his agent added.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/28/16 at 5:14 am

BOXING

Carl Frampton said he was reluctant to give Scott Quigg a rematch, after the Belfast fighter outpointed his rival to unify the super-bantamweight division. Frampton beat Bury's Quigg, who had been unbeaten, via a split decision in Manchester to add the WBA title to the IBF title he already owned. "If I have to have a rematch and the public demands it, no problem," Frampton, 29, said. "But I'd rather move on to bigger and better things. The world's our oyster."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/28/16 at 7:55 am

GOLF

England's Holly Clyburn birdied her final two holes to help her claim second place in the RACV Ladies Masters on Australia's Gold Coast. The 25-year-old finished with a three-under-par round of 70 to leave her three behind winner Jiyai Shin of South Korea.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/28/16 at 8:13 am

FOOTBALL

The Football Association is investigating alleged coin-throwing incidents at Stoke and QPR on Saturday. An object was allegedly thrown at Stoke goalkeeper Jack Butland during his side's 2-1 victory over Aston Villa. QPR players were apparently targeted as they celebrated a goal in front of away fans in their 2-0 win over Birmingham in the Championship. The FA is already looking into an incident in which West Brom's Chris Brunt was struck by a coin at Reading.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/29/16 at 2:46 am

FOOTBALL

Manchester City boss Manuel Pellegrini says he would rather have lost the Capital One Cup final than drop goalkeeper Willy Caballero. The Argentine, 34, had started every round of the League Cup this season and was picked ahead of Joe Hart against Liverpool at Wembley on Sunday. Caballero went on to save three spot kicks as Manchester City won 3-1 on penalties after a 1-1 draw.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/29/16 at 2:47 am

CRICKET

India survived a top-order collapse to beat rivals Pakistan by five wickets in a low-scoring Asia Cup group match in Mirpur, Bangladesh on Saturday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/29/16 at 3:56 am

GOLF

It was a good weekend for Aussie golfer Adam Scott, who triumphed by one shot in the Honda Classic. It's Scott's first title since switching back to the short putter, having won the Masters with the belly putter which is now due to be outlawed. "I want to feel somewhat relevant out here when it comes to being one of the best players in the world," said Scott, who moves up to world number nine.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/29/16 at 7:30 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Former Bayern Munich president and West Germany international Uli Hoeness has been released from prison after serving half of his three-and-a-half-year sentence for tax evasion. The former Bayern Munich player, who was sports director for 30 years before taking over as club president in 2009, was convicted in March 2014 for evading 28.5m euros (£22.4m).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/29/16 at 9:05 am

WOMEN'S FOOTBALL

Women's FA Cup holders Chelsea will begin the defence of their trophy at Doncaster Rovers Belles. The fifth-round tie on 20 March comes four days before Chelsea start their Women's Super League One title defence at the Yorkshire club.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/29/16 at 2:10 pm

CRICKET

Scotland are capable of defeating a major nation at the World Twenty20, which starts in India in March, says head coach Grant Bradburn.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/01/16 at 10:01 am

Eddie Izzard completes seventh marathon.

Eddie Izzard is currently on a quest to run 27 marathons in South Africa to raise money for Sport Relief.

He's attempting to run a marathon a day for 27 days - one for every year Nelson Mandela spent in prison.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/01/16 at 10:43 am

CRICKET

Yorkshire chairman Steve Denison has asked club members not to back Geoffrey Boycott's return to the board of directors.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/01/16 at 12:18 pm

OLYMPIC BOXING

Male boxers will not wear protective headgear at Rio 2016 after the International Olympic Committee ratified the rule change by the sport's governing body.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/01/16 at 1:11 pm

TENNIS

British duo Johanna Konta and Heather Watson are through to the second round of the Monterrey Open in Mexico. Konta, the British number one, beat Colombia's Mariana Duque-Marino 6-3 6-3, while Watson saw off Japan's Misaki Doi 6-4 6-7 (0-7) 6-3.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/02/16 at 4:57 am

ROWING

Cambridge will have the heavier crew for both the men's and women's Boat Races against Oxford on 27 March. The Light Blues men's crew, who include four Americans and an Austrian, are 11.8kg (26lb) heavier than their rivals at 706kg (1,556lb). Cambridge will attempt to end a three-year winless streak in the race, which will be broadcast live on the BBC. Their women's crew weighed in heaviest for the fourth year in a row as they try to avenge last year's defeat.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/02/16 at 6:10 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Galatasaray have been suspended from European competition for one year for breaching financial fair play rules, according to Turkish news reports.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/02/16 at 6:51 am

SKIING

Skier Lindsey Vonn has announced her season is over due to injury. The 31-year-old raced with a hairline fracture of her knee at a World Cup event in Andorra on Sunday, later tweeting, "No-one can ever call me a wimp".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/02/16 at 7:29 am

CRICKET

South Africa left-arm spinner Aaron Phangiso will miss the first two matches of the Twenty20 series against Australia after tests showed his bowling action was illegal.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/02/16 at 10:58 am

CYCLING

Great Britain suffered an early blow at the Track Cycling World Championships in London as the men's and women's sprint teams failed to reach finals. Jess Varnish and Katy Marchant could only finish fifth in qualifying, meaning Britain's women also miss out on a place at the Olympic Games in Rio.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/02/16 at 12:41 pm

Victoria Pendleton won her first race as an amateur jockey on 5-4 favourite Pacha Du Polder at Wincanton. Pendleton, 35, had been unseated from the same horse at Fakenham on her National Hunt debut 12 days earlier. But the double Olympic cycling champion, who has been riding for just over a year, jumped well and led all the way to win by 29 lengths. A decision on whether she rides in the Foxhunter Chase at the Cheltenham Festival will be made next Monday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/03/16 at 3:36 am

GOLF

An 11-year-old boy stunned Tiger Woods by holing the inaugural tee shot at a new golf course co-designed by Woods. Taylor Crozier managed the feat on an 81-yard par three at The Playgrounds at Bluejack National in Montgomery, Texas. Crozier's achievement earned him a hug from 14-time major winner Woods, who has been off the PGA Tour with back issues.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/03/16 at 5:42 am

FOOTBALL

Derbyshire skipper Wayne Madsen has agreed a three-year contract extension. The 32-year-old will have been with the club for 10 years if he sees his new contract through to 2019.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/03/16 at 8:08 am

OLYMPICS

A team of refugees will compete at this summer's Olympics in Rio. A total of 43 prospective athletes have been identified for the Team of Refugee Olympic Athletes (ROA), which will compete under the Olympic flag.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/03/16 at 10:58 am

ATHLETICS

Oscar Pistorius, convicted of killing girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp, has been denied leave to appeal. South Africa’s Constitutional Court on Thursday rejected Olympian Oscar Pisitorius the right to appeal against his conviction for the murder of girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp, television news channel ENCA reported. The news station said that the highest court in the country ruled that Pistorius had no reasonable grounds of success on his appeal. His lawyer confirmed the highest court had dismissed his appeal of murder conviction. Pistorius now faces a possible minimum 15-year jail sentence for the murder of his girlfriend.

Read more: http://metro.co.uk/2016/03/03/oscar-pistorius-faces-at-least-15-years-in-jail-after-murder-appeal-denied-5731742/#ixzz41rNJQXTA

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/03/16 at 1:04 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

This season's Greek Cup has been cancelled by the government after the semi-final first leg between PAOK Salonika and Olympiakos was abandoned because of crowd violence. PAOK fans threw flares and clashed with riot police after their team was denied a penalty with Olympiakos leading 2-1. Greece's deputy minister for sport Stavros Kontonis recommended the suspension of all competitive football. But the Super League and other professional leagues will continue.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/03/16 at 5:09 pm

CYCLING

Laura Trott claimed gold for Great Britain at the Track Cycling World Championships in London as Sir Bradley Wiggins and the British men's pursuit team had to settle for silver.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/04/16 at 4:47 am

WOMEN'S FOOTBALL

A brilliant strike by Crystal Dunn is enough to give world champions USA a 1-0 win over England in their opening match in the inaugural SheBelieves Cup in Tampa, Florida.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/04/16 at 10:10 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray returned to action with a comfortable win over Taro Daniel to give holders Britain an early lead against Japan in the Davis Cup. Murray, playing for the first time since becoming a father last month, beat the world number 87 6-1 6-3 6-1. Victory in the best-of-five tie in Birmingham will secure a quarter-final place and World Group status in 2017.

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Written By: nally on 03/04/16 at 11:09 am

MLB Spring Training is now in effect... so maybe by the end of this month I'll start the MLB 2016 thread (if no one else does).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/04/16 at 12:50 pm

FORMULA 1

Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel set the fastest time on the final day of Formula 1 pre-season testing. The four-time champion ensured Ferrari were fastest on five of the eight days in Spain. World champions Mercedes are regarded as favourites before the first race of the season in Australia on 18-20 March.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/07/16 at 3:35 am

TENNIS

Britain's Heather Watson claimed her third WTA title by beating Kirsten Flipkens to win the Monterrey Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/07/16 at 6:19 am

HORSE RACING

Victoria Pendleton has been given the go-ahead to ride at next week's Cheltenham Festival, just over a year after taking up the sport. The 35-year-old double Olympic cycling champion will take part in the Foxhunters Chase on Pacha Du Polder on Friday, 18 March.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/07/16 at 7:00 am

RUGBY UNION

Wales have called Ospreys scrum-half Rhys Webb into their Six Nations squad after six months out of international rugby with injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/07/16 at 8:51 am

ATHLETICS

Olympic 1500m silver medallist Gamze Bulut has been provisionally suspended pending an IAAF investigation into a possible doping violation. Turkey's NTV television reports that abnormalities were found in Bulut's blood samples from 2011, 2012 and 2013.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/07/16 at 2:52 pm

TENNIS

Former world number one Maria Sharapova has revealed she failed a drugs test at the Australian Open. The Russian, 28, tested positive for meldonium, a substance she has been taking since 2006 for health issues. Sharapova, a five-time Grand Slam champion, said she was not yet aware of the sanctions she will face.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/07/16 at 3:12 pm

WORLD CUP CRICKET

The World Twenty20 starts in India on Tuesday, with Scotland and Ireland among eight teams aiming to qualify for the main stage of the competition.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/08/16 at 3:18 am

TENNIS

Former world number one Maria Sharapova has revealed she failed a drugs test at the Australian Open. The Russian, 28, tested positive for meldonium, a substance she has been taking since 2006 for health issues. Sharapova, a five-time Grand Slam champion, said she was not yet aware of the sanctions she will face.
Nike has suspended its relationship with Maria Sharapova after the five-time Grand Slam tennis champion admitted failing a drug test. Also, Swiss watchmaker Tag Heuer announced that it will not be renewing its contract with the tennis star.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/08/16 at 3:48 am

CRICKET

Only one team will be promoted from Division Two of the County Championship this summer in order to reduce the number of top-tier teams in 2017. A top division of eight teams will be introduced next year, down from nine, with 10 counties in the second. Each county will now play 14 games rather than 16, while the Royal London One-Day Cup moves to early season. "The changes for 2017 will be good for fans, players and our international teams," ECB chairman Colin Graves said.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/08/16 at 5:05 am

SAILING

Elliot Willis has been withdrawn from the Great Britain sailing squad for the Rio Olympics because of ongoing treatment for bowel cancer. The two-time world champion Elliot Willis was diagnosed in late 2015. Willis, 32, was one of the first British athletes to be chosen for next year's Rio Olympics but will take time out from training to have treatment.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/08/16 at 5:55 am

ATHLETICS

Double Olympic and World champion Mo Farah named in British Athletics' team to compete in Cardiff's World Half Marathon on 26 March.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/08/16 at 7:14 am

RUGBY UNION

Wales head coach Warren Gatland has named an unchanged team to face England in Saturday's key Six Nations match at Twickenham.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/08/16 at 8:00 am

FOOTBALL

Captain John Terry was absent from training on the eve of Chelsea's Champions League last-16 second leg with Paris St Germain. The 35-year-old defender has missed the last five matches with a hamstring problem.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/08/16 at 12:29 pm

SPORT RELIEF

Eddie Izzard has now crossed the halfway point in his attempt to run 27 marathons for Sport Relief. He has now completed his 14th run, stopping for a glass of bubbly along the way to mark the point 13.5 marathons were done and dusted. "What we're doing here is making a difference," said Izzard.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/08/16 at 12:40 pm

WORLD CUP CRICKET

Scotland missed the chance to record a first victory at a World Twenty20 as Afghanistan held on to win by 14 runs in Nagpur.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/08/16 at 2:09 pm

GOLF

Australia's Adam Scott recorded back-to-back victories on the PGA Tour as Rory McIlroy's challenge unravelled at the World Golf Championship at Doral. The 35-year-old, who won the Honda Classic last week, began three shots adrift of McIlroy but closed with a three-under 69 to win on 12 under.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/08/16 at 6:00 pm

SNOOKER

Michael Holt survived a Ronnie O'Sullivan comeback to win 4-3 in the first round of the World Grand Prix in Llandudno. Five-time world champion O'Sullivan came from 3-0 down to level the match before fellow Englishman Holt took the deciding frame with a break of 76.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/09/16 at 2:45 am

WORLD CUP CRICKET

Zimbabwe avoided an upset in the opening game of the sixth ICC World Twenty20 tournament as they beat Hong Kong by 14 runs in Nagpur.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/09/16 at 5:59 am

CRICKET

Presumably, Essex and Worcestershire have gone to Abu Dhabi in pre-season to get away from the changeable English weather... But after 20 overs of their game this morning, the match was abandoned because of a typhoon.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/09/16 at 7:51 am

FOOTBALL

Premier League clubs have agreed plans to cap away tickets at £30 for the next three seasons. The cost of watching football has been a hot topic of debate, with supporters at Liverpool organising a high-profile protest over proposed increases in season ticket prices. Now the top flight's 20 clubs have "unanimously agreed" that more should be done to help away fans. The £30 away ticket cap will be introduced from next season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/09/16 at 9:24 am

WORLD CUP CRICKET

The venue of India and Pakistan's World T20 group match has been changed from Dharamsala to Kolkata (Calcutta) due to security concerns, organisers say.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/09/16 at 10:06 am

GOLF

Steven Bowditch became the first man since 1983 to shoot four rounds in the 80s at a PGA event as he ended the World Golf Championship on 37 over par. The Australian had a closing round of 12-over-par 84 at Doral, but picked up $48,000 (£33,700) for finishing 65th.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/16 at 2:03 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Chelsea's Champions League hopes were ended by Paris St-Germain at the last-16 stage once more as Zlatan Ibrahimovic inspired the French champions to victory at Stamford Bridge. PSG built on their 2-1 lead from the first leg when Ibrahimovic crossed perfectly for Adrien Rabiot to score from close range after 16 minutes.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/16 at 4:48 am

TENNIS

Rafael Nadal has denied he has ever used a banned substance to get an edge or to speed up recovery from injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/16 at 5:26 am

FOOTBALL

Former Brazil and Inter Milan striker Adriano has arrived in the United States as he joins up with new club Miami United.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/16 at 6:32 am

ATHLETICS

Baroness Grey-Thompson has resigned from the London 2017 Athletics World Championships board, saying her role had become "a bit tokenistic".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/16 at 8:44 am

WORLD CUP CRICKET

Scotland were eliminated from the World Twenty20 following a limp batting performance in their must-win match against Zimbabwe. Preston Mommsen's side failed to recover from slipping to 20-4 in the first 19 balls of their pursuit of 148.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/16 at 11:50 am

ATHLETICS

Paula Radcliffe is backing a petition that wants Russia's athletes banned from competition until money won by their drug cheats since 2009 is repaid.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/16 at 3:16 am

FOOTBALL

Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino has "no regrets" about making seven changes to his side, despite a 3-0 defeat by Borussia Dortmund in the first leg of their Europa League last-16 tie.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/16 at 5:10 am

ATHLETICS

Olympic and world champion Greg Rutherford will miss the World Indoor Championships as he recovers from a chest infection and hamstring injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/16 at 6:06 am

FOOTBALL

Newcastle United have sacked head coach Steve McClaren. The former England boss won just six of 28 Premier League games in charge of the Magpies, who are just one place off the foot of the table. McClaren and his team were booed off following Saturday's 3-1 loss to Bournemouth at St James' Park - their third successive league defeat.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/16 at 6:40 am

CRICKET

Pakistan will take part in the World Twenty20 after receiving security assurances from the Indian government. A group game between hosts India and Pakistan had already been moved from Dharamsala to Kolkata over security concerns, but the Pakistan government wanted further guarantees. There has not been a Test series between the two fierce rivals since 2007 because of political tension. Pakistan are due to play against a qualifier in Kolkata on Tuesday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/16 at 10:40 am

FOOTBALL

Rafael Benitez has been named as Newcastle's new manager, following the sacking of Steve McClaren.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/16 at 10:55 am

WORLD CUP CRICKET

Netherlands' World Twenty20 Group A match against Oman was abandoned without a ball being bowled because of heavy rain in Dharamsala.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/16 at 5:37 pm

FOOTBALL

Crystal Palace put their Premier League struggles on hold to earn a place in their first FA Cup semi-final in 21 years by beating Championship side Reading with two late goals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/16 at 5:22 am

WOMEN'S CRICKET

Natalie Sciver hit the winning run off the final ball as England women beat New Zealand by four wickets in a warm-up game for the World Twenty20.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/16 at 6:28 am

TENNIS

Maria Sharapova says she is "determined to fight back" after testing positive for meldonium. In a Facebook post that criticised "distorted and exaggerated" reporting, the Russian denied taking meldonium every day and missing five warnings that the drug was about to be banned. She also criticised the tennis authorities for making the relevant information "too hard to find".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/16 at 10:10 am

WINTER SPORTS

European champion Elise Christie claimed a 1,000m silver medal to add to her 1500m bronze at the Short-Track Speed Skating World Championships.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/16 at 10:15 am

ATHLETICS

South Africa's Wayde van Niekerk has become the first athlete to run under 10 seconds for the 100m, 20 seconds for the 200m and 44 seconds for 400m.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/16 at 1:16 pm

RUGBY UNION

England have won their first Six Nations title since 2011 as France's defeat by Scotland gave Eddie Jones' men an unassailable lead before the final round of matches.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/16 at 3:49 am

TENNIS

Rafael Nadal plans to sue an ex-French government minister who said his seven-month absence in 2012 was "probably due to a positive doping test".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/16 at 5:55 am

CRICKET

England are 69-1 in the seventh over against a local Mumbai side. Adil Rashid, playing for the opposition, got the wicket of Jason Roy reverse sweeping for 32.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/16 at 8:20 am

CRICKET

England are 69-1 in the seventh over against a local Mumbai side. Adil Rashid, playing for the opposition, got the wicket of Jason Roy reverse sweeping for 32.
England won their final World Twenty20 warm-up game by 14 runs despite one of their own bowlers, David Willey, taking a hat-trick against them.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/16 at 9:14 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Manchester United will not be punished by Uefa after some of their fans sang offensive Hillsborough disaster chants in a Europa League defeat at Liverpool.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/16 at 10:40 am

CYCLING

BMC rider Greg Van Avermaet outsprinted world champion Peter Sagan on his way to stage six triumph and the overall lead of Tirreno-Adriatico on the penultimate day of racing. A day after the cancellation of stage five due to the threat of snow at the summit finish of Monte San Vicino, Van Avermaet won by half a bike length at the line.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/16 at 1:34 pm

FOOTBALL

Chelsea striker Diego Costa has been charged with improper conduct following his red card at Everton on Saturday. The Spaniard was sent off after a clash with Everton midfielder Gareth Barry in the 84th minute of Chelsea's 2-0 defeat at Goodison Park. Costa, 27, appeared to bite Barry in the incident, although both players have denied that happened. However, the Football Association has now charged Costa for his behaviour after being shown a second yellow card.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/16 at 4:04 pm

TENNIS

Great Britain's Johanna Konta eased into the last 16 of the Indian Wells Masters with a straight-sets victory over Denisa Allertova.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/16 at 6:26 pm

FOOTBALL

Leicester City 1 - 0 Newcastle United

Leicester extended their lead at the top of the Premier League to five points as Rafael Benitez's first match in charge of Newcastle ended in defeat.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/16 at 6:25 am

TENNIS

More than two dozen top tennis players should be investigated for possible links to betting rings, according to an Italian prosecutor. Roberto di Martino says their names have appeared in evidence seized from gamblers suspected of fixing matches. They include two players who have been ranked in the world's top 20.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/16 at 6:56 am

HORSE RACING

Vautour will run in Thursday's Ryanair Chase at the Cheltenham Festival rather than waiting for Friday's Timico Gold Cup. Owner Rich Ricci has confirmed the seven-year-old will line up in the extended two-and-a-half-mile event after failing to impress in his recent work.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/16 at 4:06 am

FOOTBALL

Manchester City will be without captain Vincent Kompany for at least a month after he injured a calf against Champions League opponents Dynamo Kiev. The Belgium defender, 29, has started just 13 games in the Premier League this season and has had 14 calf injuries since signing in 2008

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/16 at 5:04 am

WORLD CUP CRICKET

New Zealand claimed a shock 47-run victory over tournament favourites India in the opening match of the World Twenty20 Super 10s.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/16 at 12:15 pm

WORLD CUP CRICKET

Pakistan cruised to victory in their opening match of the World Twenty20 as they crushed Bangladesh by 55 runs.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/16 at 4:02 pm

WORLD CUP CRICKET

Chris Gayle's brutal unbeaten century sent England to a chastening six-wicket defeat by West Indies in their opening match of the World Twenty20 in Mumbai.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/16 at 4:20 pm

HORSE RACING

Sprinter Sacre beat favourite Un De Sceaux to win the coveted Queen Mother Champion Chase for a second time at the Cheltenham Festival.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/16 at 4:38 am

Eddie the Eagle admitted he has cried every time he's seen the new film based on his ski-jumping antics.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/16 at 4:43 am

HORSE RACING

Double Olympic cycling champion Victoria Pendleton has "realistic" hopes for success at the 2016 Cheltenham Festival, saying she refuses to be "reckless and silly" in Friday's race. Pendleton will ride Pacha Du Polder in the Foxhunter Chase at 16:10 GMT on Friday, 18 March.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/16 at 6:14 am

CRICKET

England must end a run of limited-overs defeats by South Africa in their latest World Twenty20 game on Friday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/16 at 7:05 am

GOLF

Rory McIlroy is nine shots behind leader Jason Day after round one of the Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill. The world number two started with a double bogey after hitting his opening tee shot out of bounds and found water three times in a three-over-par 75.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/16 at 7:43 am

FOOTBALL

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has been handed a return to Borussia Dortmund, with the Reds facing the German side in the Europa League quarter-finals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/16 at 10:01 am

CRICKET

Sri Lanka fast bowler Lasith Malinga has ruled himself out of the remainder of the World Twenty20 after failing to recover from a knee injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/16 at 10:20 am

WOMEN'S CRICKET

Ireland were well beaten in their first game of the Women's World Twenty20 as New Zealand triumphed in Mohali.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/16 at 11:33 am

HORSE RACING

The 9-4 favourite Don Cossack and jockey Bryan Cooper held off the challenge of Djakadem to win the Cheltenham Gold Cup.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/16 at 11:34 am

HORSE RACING

Double Olympic cycling champion Victoria Pendleton has "realistic" hopes for success at the 2016 Cheltenham Festival, saying she refuses to be "reckless and silly" in Friday's race. Pendleton will ride Pacha Du Polder in the Foxhunter Chase at 16:10 GMT on Friday, 18 March.
Victoria Pendleton and her horse finished in fifth place.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/16 at 1:31 pm

WORLD CUP CRICKET

England pulled off the second-highest run chase in Twenty20 international history to stun South Africa and get their World T20 campaign back on track. Chasing 230 in Mumbai, Joe Root struck a composed 44-ball 83 after Jason Roy blitzed 43 from 16 deliveries.

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Written By: karen on 03/20/16 at 6:00 am

England won the Six Nations Rugby and the grand slam.

When Wales win the grand slam Dai buys James a Wales rugby shirt. Last night James asked why I hadn't ever bought him an England shirt. He was just over a year old the last time they did it and wasn't in a position to notice what he wore.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/20/16 at 3:06 pm

England won the Six Nations Rugby and the grand slam.

When Wales win the grand slam Dai buys James a Wales rugby shirt. Last night James asked why I hadn't ever bought him an England shirt. He was just over a year old the last time they did it and wasn't in a position to notice what he wore.
O0

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/20/16 at 3:06 pm

Comedian Eddie Izzard has completed his challenge in South Africa to run 27 marathons in 27 days for Sport Relief. The 54-year-old needed to run a double marathon on Sunday to complete his challenge beneath a statue of Nelson Mandela, in Pretoria.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/21/16 at 1:42 am

TENNIS

World number one Novak Djokovic has questioned equal prize money in tennis, suggesting men should get better awards as they have more spectators. Winning the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, he defended use of viewing statistics to determine fair distribution of prizes at joint events.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/21/16 at 2:06 am

WORLD CUP CRICKET

West Indies took a big step towards the semi-finals of the World Twenty20 with a seven-wicket win over Sri Lanka.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/21/16 at 4:18 am

FOOTBALL

Louis van Gaal says Manchester United's top-four hopes would have been over had they lost to Manchester City, but believes they now have a "big chance" of Champions League qualification.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/21/16 at 7:26 am

CRICKET

England bowler Anya Shrubsole says they must retain their focus in Tuesday's Women's World Twenty20 meeting with India in Dharamsala.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/21/16 at 7:44 am

WOMEN'S FOOTBALL

The draw for the Women's FA Cup quarter-finals has just been made, with all matches due to be played on Sunday, 3 April:

Manchester City vs Sporting Club Albion
Sunderland vs Reading
Chelsea vs Aston Villa
Arsenal vs Notts County

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/21/16 at 9:36 am

CRICKET

England could play three spinners in their World Twenty20 match against Afghanistan in Delhi on Wednesday, according to Moeen Ali.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/21/16 at 11:26 am

FOOTBALL

Uncapped Burnley goalkeeper Tom Heaton has been called up to replace injured Joe Hart in the England squad for games against Germany and the Netherlands.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/21/16 at 12:50 pm

HORSE RACING

Jockey Sam Waley-Cohen will miss next month's Grand National at Aintree if a seven-day riding ban is upheld, says the British Horseracing Authority. The leading amateur jockey, 33, was suspended after he was adjudged to have prematurely stopped riding Long Run in the hunter chase at Carlisle on Sunday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/21/16 at 1:56 pm

GOLF

Australia's Jason Day held off the challenge of Kevin Chappell to win the Arnold Palmer Invitational by one shot. US PGA champion Day sank a 12-foot putt for birdie on the 17th and rescued par from the bunker on 18 to finish with a two-under-par 70 and 17 under total. American Chappell finished on 16 under after also hitting 70, while England's Paul Casey (69) and Justin Rose (73) tied for ninth on 10 under in Orlando.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/22/16 at 3:28 am

TENNIS

Indian Wells tournament chief Raymond Moore has quit after his controversial comments about women's tennis.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/22/16 at 3:38 am

CRICKET

Australia sealed their first win of the 2016 World Twenty20 with a three-wicket victory over Bangladesh in Bangalore.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/22/16 at 11:24 am

FOOTBALL

World Cup-winning captain and coach Franz Beckenbauer is one of six men being investigated for their part in Germany's 2006 World Cup bid.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/16 at 5:16 am

CURLING

Scotland maintained their good form at the World Women's Curling Championship with a 6-5 win over Finland - their sixth straight victory in Canada.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/16 at 7:35 am

Belgium have cancelled next week's friendly against Portugal in Brussels after Tuesday's attacks in the city, which killed more than 30 people. The Belgian Football Association says the authorities in the capital city asked for the match to be postponed for "security reasons and precaution".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/16 at 9:36 am

CRICKET

The Champion County game in Abu Dhabi has finished - with MCC beating champions Yorkshire by four wickets. Needing 256 to win, captain Ian Bell (remember him?) led the way with 66, adding 84 with Tom Westley (58) before Ben Foakes saw them home with 32 not out.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/16 at 10:39 am

CRICKET

England were given an almighty scare before beating Afghanistan by 15 runs in Delhi to keep their World Twenty20 campaign on track.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/16 at 4:53 am

FORMULA 1

Formula 1 will no longer be shown on terrestrial television from 2019 after Sky Sports announced it had agreed an exclusive deal to broadcast the sport. The broadcaster currently shares coverage with Channel 4, which took up showing F1 after the BBC ended its contract three years early in 2015.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/16 at 5:45 am

CRICKET

Australia all-rounder Shane Watson has announced he will retire from international cricket after the end of the T20 World Cup.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/16 at 6:45 am

FOOTBALL

League Two strugglers Stevenage appoint Glenn Roeder as managerial assistant to caretaker boss Darren Sarll.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/16 at 7:08 am

CRICKET

West Indies limited-overs captain Darren Sammy will join Hampshire for a large proportion of the T20 Blast.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/16 at 12:13 pm

GOLF

Jason Day suffered a back injury in his opening pool match at WGC-Dell Match Play but still managed to defeat Northern Ireland's Graeme McDowell 3&2.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/16 at 2:26 pm

HORSE RACING

Amateur jockeys Sam Waley-Cohen and Nina Carberry are free to ride in the Grand National after a U-turn by the British Horseracing Authority.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/16 at 4:24 pm

CRICKET

England claimed a nerve-wracking final-ball, one-wicket win over West Indies to move closer to the Women's World Twenty20 semi-finals. Chasing 109, England slipped from 59-0 to 83-6, then 101-8.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/16 at 4:37 pm

TENNIS

Aljaz Bedene said he struggled to cope with the shock of failing in his bid to play Davis Cup tennis for Britain as he reached round two of the Miami Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/16 at 6:03 am

GOLF

Jordan Spieth, Rory McIlroy and Phil Mickelson remain unbeaten after day two of the WGC-Dell Match Play in Texas.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/16 at 6:59 am

TENNIS

Roger Federer says the knee injury he suffered after the Australian Open in January occurred while preparing a bath for his twin daughters. The 17-time Grand Slam champion, 34, needed arthroscopic surgery to repair a torn meniscus and is set to make his return at the Miami Open this week.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/16 at 1:37 pm

CRICKET

West Indies edged past South Africa by three wickets in Nagpur to reach the World Twenty20 semi-finals and smooth England's path to the last four.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/29/16 at 2:09 am

CYCLING

Belgian cyclist Antoine Demoitie has died after a collision with a motorbike during Belgium's Gent-Wevelgem race.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/29/16 at 4:59 am

TENNIS

World number one and defending champion Serena Williams suffered a shock defeat in the fourth round of the Miami Open. The 21-time Grand Slam singles champion lost 6-7 (3-7) 6-1 6-2 to Russian 15th seed Svetlana Kuznetsova.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/29/16 at 8:31 am

BOXING

Boxer Nick Blackwell remains in an induced coma but is "not deteriorating" following his British middleweight title defeat by Chris Eubank Jr. Blackwell was found to have a small bleed on the brain after Saturday's fight was stopped in round 10.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/29/16 at 9:47 am

CRICKET

Eoin Morgan says England will have to beat the in-form side of the tournament in New Zealand if they are to reach the final of the World Twenty20. England, who finished second in Group 1 after winning three of their four matches, face the unbeaten Kiwis in Delhi on Wednesday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/29/16 at 10:42 am

TENNIS

Becoming a father has affected Andy Murray's form in recent weeks, says former British number one Annabel Croft. The 28-year-old world number two lost to Grigor Dimitrov in the third round of the Miami Open. Murray returned to action earlier in March after becoming a father but made an early exit from Indian Wells. "Life has just changed for him and he's just trying to regain momentum, but at the moment it's a bit of struggle," Croft told BBC Scotland.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/29/16 at 1:01 pm

GOLF

Jason Day beat Louis Oosthuizen to become WGC-Dell Match Play champion for the second time in three years.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/16 at 3:22 am

FOOTBALL

England boss Roy Hodgson said he was disappointed by his side's lack of creativity in their 2-1 defeat by the Netherlands at Wembley. The loss came three days after England produced a thrilling comeback from two goals down to beat Germany 3-2.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/16 at 5:30 am

RUGBY UNION

Wing Alex Cuthbert is to miss Wales' three-Test June tour to New Zealand because of injury. Combined heel and knee problems mean the 25-year-old is out for 12 weeks.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/16 at 6:11 am

FOOTBALL

Manchester City defender Martin Demichelis has been charged by the Football Association over alleged betting offences. The Argentine, 35, is accused of committing 12 breaches relating to matches between 22 and 28 January 2016.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/16 at 6:53 am

CRICKET

Australian cricketers will use a different ball in domestic first-class competition next year in a bid to help them win the Ashes in England for the first time in 18 years. Cricket Australia wants to give players experience with the Dukes-made ball. The England and Wales Cricket Board uses the Dukes ball in international matches, but Australia use Kookaburra. "Changing the ball can be a significant factor," said Pat Howard, Cricket Australia's general manager.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/16 at 7:38 am

CRICKET

England were knocked out of the Women's World Twenty20 by Australia for the third tournament running after a five-run semi-final defeat in Delhi.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/16 at 12:10 pm

CRICKET

England powered into their second World Twenty20 final as they hammered New Zealand by seven wickets in Delhi.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/16 at 1:05 pm

FOOTBALL

Former Manchester United and England defender Gary Neville has been sacked by Valencia after less than four months in charge of the Spanish club.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/16 at 3:52 pm

TENNIS

British number one Johanna Konta was beaten in the Miami Open quarter-finals by an in-form Victoria Azarenka.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/31/16 at 7:18 am

FORMULA 1

McLaren's Fernando Alonso has been barred from racing in the Bahrain Grand Prix on medical grounds following his 180mph crash in Australia.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/31/16 at 11:59 am

CRICKET

West Indies will meet Australia in their first World Twenty20 final after a six-run victory over New Zealand.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/31/16 at 12:19 pm

CRICKET

Former Sri Lanka captain Mahela Jayawardene has signed for Somerset. The 38-year-old, who scored more than 12,000 runs in one-day internationals, will feature in 12 of the county's 14 T20 Blast group games this summer.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/31/16 at 2:03 pm

CRICKET

West Indies will meet England in the final of the World Twenty20 on Sunday after stunning hosts India with a seven-wicket win in the semi-final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/16 at 4:29 am

GOLF

Four-time champion Tiger Woods will not take part in next week's Masters because of a back injury. Woods, 40, has not played competitively since August and has had two operations in an attempt to cure the problem.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/16 at 9:39 am

TENNIS

Novak Djokovic will play Kei Nishikori in Sunday's Miami Open final after both went through in straight sets. Serbia's Djokovic, the five-time champion and world number one, beat Belgian David Goffin 7-6 (7-5) 6-4 on a hot afternoon. Japanese sixth seed Nishikori beat Australian Nick Kyrgios 6-3 7-5 in the evening session.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/16 at 10:55 am

HORSE RACING

Secret Brief (12-1) put in a late charge to give the powerful Godolphin stable victory in the Lincoln Handicap at Doncaster. The horse, trained by Charlie Appleby and ridden by William Buick, spent the winter in Dubai.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/16 at 12:40 pm

FOOTBALL

Martin Olsson fired in a stoppage-time winner as Norwich dealt a huge blow to Newcastle's hopes of survival. The win moves the 17th-placed Canaries six points clear of the Magpies who are 19th but have played one game fewer. Timm Klose gave Norwich the lead with a first-half header before Aleksandar Mitrovic nodded in after 71 minutes. Mitrovic levelled again, this time from the spot, after Dieumerci Mbokani's superb strike had made it 2-1, before Olsson rifled in a low, angled winner.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/16 at 1:14 pm

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton stormed pole position at the Bahrain GP ahead of Mercedes team-mate Nico Rosberg, but is currently under investigation by the stewards. The world champion could be handed a penalty if found guilty of reversing in the pitlane.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/16 at 1:58 pm

FOOTBALL

Tottenham narrowed the margin to Premier League leaders Leicester after coming from behind to draw at Anfield. The Foxes could open a seven-point gap with a win at Southampton on Sunday, but Spurs will be thankful for a point after Liverpool threatened throughout. Philippe Coutinho opened the scoring after a one-two with Daniel Sturridge, who wasted a good first-half chance. But Harry Kane struck a 22nd league goal of the season before Coutinho hit the post and fired wide late on. Kane has now scored more goals in a Premier League campaign than any other Spurs player.

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Written By: mqg96 on 04/02/16 at 5:27 pm

Anyone's watching the NCAA Basketball Finals right now? We got 2. Villanova vs 2. Oklahoma on right now. Then 1. North Carolina vs. 10. Syracuse later on. I didn't even bother to do a bracket this year lol because we all know the chances of getting those EXACTLY correct ;D

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/16 at 4:11 am

The government has ordered an inquiry into the UK Anti-Doping Agency (Ukad) over its handling of an investigation into alleged doping activities by a doctor involving Premier League footballers and other leading athletes. According to a Sunday Times investigation, Mark Bonar - a London-based private doctor - charges sports stars thousands of pounds for drug programmes.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/35952566

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Written By: mqg96 on 04/05/16 at 8:44 am

Congratulations to the Villanova Wildcats for winning the NCAA Basketball Championship and giving us a great game! Well, college basketball season is over. I may not have been into March Madness much this year, but the finale was definitely worth watching though!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/16 at 11:12 am

The offices of European football's governing body have been searched by Swiss police after ex-secretary general Gianni Infantino was named in papers leaked from a Panamanian law firm.

While working for Uefa, Infantino co-signed a television rights deal in 2006 with two businessmen who have since been accused by the FBI of bribery.

Infantino, now head of world governing body Fifa, has denied any wrongdoing.

Uefa says it is giving police all relevant documents in its possession.

Full report: http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/35981302

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/16 at 12:55 pm

FOOTBALL

World Cup winner and two-time Olympic champion Abby Wambach has admitted taking cocaine and smoking marijuana. American Wambach, the world's all-time leading international goalscorer, was arrested on Saturday for drink-driving.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/16 at 5:16 pm

CYCLING

Mark Cavendish was beaten in a sprint finish by German Marcel Kittel in the one-day Scheldeprijs race.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/16 at 5:38 pm

TENNIS

Former Wimbledon champion Bob Hewitt has been expelled from the International Tennis Hall of Fame.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/16 at 5:47 pm

GOLF

Gary Player was one of a record nine players to shoot a hole in one during the Par 3 Contest - the annual pre-Masters competition at Augusta. The 80-year-old nine-time major winner holed out on the seventh to claim the 31st ace of his illustrious career. English debutant Andy Sullivan and Americans Rickie Fowler, Zach Johnson and Webb Simpson were among the others to shoot a hole in one. Jimmy Walker, who won with a record eight-under 19, also carded an ace.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/16 at 3:38 am

SNOOKER

Former world champion Peter Ebdon moved closer to a return to the Crucible with a 10-6 qualifying win over Thailand's James Wattana.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/16 at 10:08 am

US MASTERS

Current Leaderboard

-2: Wiesberger (After 7)

-1: Spieth (3), Fowler (5), Westwood (6), Jaidee (6), T Watson (5), Oosthuizen (3), Dechambeau (3)

Selected others: Par: Casey (3), +1: D Johnson (2).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/16 at 11:07 am

HORSE RACING

Cue Card earned some redemption for his fall in the Gold Cup as Paddy Brennan rode the 6-5 favourite to a convincing win in the Betfred Bowl at Aintree.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/16 at 11:56 am

US MASTERS

Latest Scores:

-4: Spieth (After 10),

-3: Casey (10).

-2: D Johnson (9), Berger (6), Bradley (2) .

-1: Wiesberger (13), Jaidee (12), Dechambeau (7), Matsuyama (8), Rose (6), Donaldson (6), Koepka (5), Horchel (3), Fitzpatrick (1), Lingmerth (2), Snedeker (2).

Selected others: Par: T Watson (12), Clarke (3), Westwood (12), Stenson (7), +1: Fowler (11), Mickelson (7), Scott (6), Woosnam (4).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/16 at 2:57 am

US MASTERS

Reigning Masters champion Jordan Spieth holds a two-shot lead going into Friday's second round after carding a six-under-par 66 at Augusta National.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/16 at 5:40 am

BOXING

Tyson Fury's rematch against Wladimir Klitschko will take place in Manchester on 9 July, according to the British fighter's trainer and uncle.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/16 at 6:59 am

GOLF

Former world number one Ernie Els endures a nightmare start to his opening round at Augusta, carding a nine - the worst first-hole score in Masters history.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/16 at 7:26 am

FOOTBALL

Chelsea announced this week that Italy boss Antonio Conte will take over in the summer. Current Blues boss Guus Hiddink has entered his news conference and has been speaking about the next man in the hot seat. "It's always a big job," said the Dutchman. "Regardless of the circumstances Chelsea has been in this year. He is equipped and he is able and he's used to the pressure at big clubs to win titles."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/16 at 11:06 am

TENNIS

Former world number one Venus Williams' attempt to win her 50th WTA title at the Volvo Car Open ended when she lost to Kazakhstan's Yulia Putintseva. The 35-year-old American lost 7-6 (7-5) 2-6 6-4 in the last 16 in Charleston.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/16 at 3:48 pm

HORSE RACING

Ruby Walsh was ruled out of the Grand National with a fractured wrist after two falls at Aintree on Friday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/16 at 3:53 pm

US MASTERS

Latest scores:

-5: Spieth (After 12 holes)

-3: McIlroy (18), Dechambeau (A) (12)

-2: Lee (18), Piercy (18)

Selected others: -1: Mickelson (6), Stenson (6) Casey (12), Rose (6) Par: Lowry (18), Garcia (18), Willett (18) +1: Day (18), Westwood (14) +3 Poulter (18)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/16 at 5:08 pm

FOOTBALL

Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson will miss the rest of the season with a knee injury and could be a doubt for England's Euro 2016 campaign.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/16 at 5:56 am

U.S. MASTERS

Rory McIlroy says he still has a chance to win the Masters after defending champion Jordan Spieth's late stumble threw the tournament wide open. Spieth dropped three shots on the last two holes to finish on three under par, just a shot ahead of compatriot Smylie Kaufman, with McIlroy on two over.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/16 at 7:14 am

BOXING

Manny Pacquiao beat Timothy Bradley by unanimous decision in what the Filipino says is the final fight of his career. All three judges scored Pacquiao winner by 116-110 on Saturday in the match between the pair in Las Vegas. Pacquiao, 37, knocked down American Bradley, 32, in the seventh and ninth rounds in the third welterweight meeting between the two. "I've made a commitment to my family that I'm going to retire after this," said Pacquiao.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/16 at 7:48 am

Former New Orleans Saints footballer Will Smith has been shot dead after he was involved in a car crash.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/16 at 7:52 am

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge wasted no time winning over Mumbai locals as they joined a cricket match with Indian legend Sachin Tendulkar. Prince William and Kate - dubbed WillKat by local media - were at the Oval Maidan ground for a charity event on day one of their first trip to India.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/11/16 at 5:57 am

GOLF

Danny Willett claimed a shock Masters win with a superb five-under-par 67 as 2015 champion Jordan Spieth crumbled during a thrilling final round. The Englishman, 28, won his first major by three shots on five under to become the first British victor in 20 years.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/11/16 at 8:08 am

CRICKET

England seam bowler Reece Topley will see a specialist after fracturing his right hand during his Hampshire debut. The 22-year-old, who moved to the south coast county from Essex during the winter, sustained the injury while batting against Warwickshire on Sunday. "I was hit on the back of the hand and an X-ray this morning has revealed at least one fracture," he said. Topley scored a first-class career best of 15 before he was dismissed by fellow England bowler Chris Woakes. "There's one fracture there just below the knuckles and possibly another," Topley added. "I'm going to see a specialist later. It's frustrating it came while batting, but that's one of the risks when you play cricket."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/11/16 at 8:09 am

TENNIS

British number two Aljaz Bedene will play Rafael Nadal at the Monte Carlo Masters after beating Lukas Rosol in round one.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/11/16 at 9:35 am

FOOTBALL

Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany will not return from injury for his side's Champions League quarter-final second leg against Paris St-Germain at Etihad Stadium on Tuesday night.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/11/16 at 10:35 am

CRICKET

Worcestershire's opening County Championship match of the season at home to Kent is still to get started at New Road after being rained off for the second day running.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/16 at 7:46 am

CRICKET

England and Nottinghamshire batsman James Taylor has been forced to retire because of a serious heart condition. Scans have shown that Taylor, 26, has a condition similar to the one which affected footballer Fabrice Muamba.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/16 at 10:34 am

TENNIS

Novak Djokovic has been knocked out of the Monte Carlo Masters by world number 55 Jiri Vesely. The world number one was beaten 6-4 2-6 6-4 by the Czech, his first exit as early as the second round since the Madrid Masters in 2013. Vesely, 22, had never before beaten a player ranked in the world's top 10. Eleven-time Grand Slam winner Djokovic had won his past 22 matches in Masters competitions and nine of his past 10 tournaments.

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Written By: nally on 04/13/16 at 11:03 am

NBA (pro basketball): Kobe Bryant will play his final career game tonight for the L.A. Lakers.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/16 at 2:17 pm

WEIGHTLIFTING

GB's Zoe Smith won an individual bronze medal at the European weightlifting championships in Norway but described her performance as "disappointingly lacklustre".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/16 at 4:11 pm

Athletes caught using meldonium could avoid a ban after anti-doping chiefs said it was not clear how long it takes the drug to leave the body.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/16 at 4:35 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Holders Barcelona suffered a shock Champions League exit as Antoine Griezmann's double sent Atletico Madrid into the semi-finals. Barca arrived in Spain's capital with a 2-1 advantage from the first leg but poor defending allowed the unmarked Griezmann to power home Saul's cross.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/16 at 5:17 pm

CRICKET

Nottinghamshire survived a final-day wobble to beat Surrey at Trent Bridge and go top of the County Championship after the opening round of fixtures.

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Written By: nally on 04/13/16 at 6:02 pm

NBA (pro basketball): Kobe Bryant will play his final career game tonight for the L.A. Lakers.

I'm probably not gonna be watching it, but will probably turn the tv over there a few times during the course of the game.

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Written By: mqg96 on 04/13/16 at 8:38 pm

I'm probably not gonna be watching it, but will probably turn the tv over there a few times during the course of the game.

This is definitely breaking news. I have to witness Kobe's last game in his Lakers uniform. I'm definitely tuning in tonight. This really marks the end of an era. My whole life I've always known Kobe being in the NBA. He was drafted the same year I was born.

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Written By: Eazy-EMAN1995 on 04/13/16 at 9:46 pm

This is definitely breaking news. I have to witness Kobe's last game in his Lakers uniform. I'm definitely tuning in tonight. This really marks the end of an era. My whole life I've always known Kobe being in the NBA. He was drafted the same year I was born.

Yeah it's bittersweet, almost my whole life Kobe has been an active player in the league. :o It's STRANGE not seeing him anymore. :o

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Written By: nally on 04/14/16 at 7:51 pm

This is definitely breaking news. I have to witness Kobe's last game in his Lakers uniform. I'm definitely tuning in tonight. This really marks the end of an era. My whole life I've always known Kobe being in the NBA. He was drafted the same year I was born.

And I watched parts of the game, specifically toward the end. He scored 60 of the Lakers' 101 points en route to a victory over the Utah Jazz. He also had a long press conference.

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Written By: mqg96 on 04/14/16 at 8:21 pm

And I watched parts of the game, specifically toward the end. He scored 60 of the Lakers' 101 points en route to a victory over the Utah Jazz. He also had a long press conference.

It was probably the best farewell game for a Hall of Famer in the history of sports. Shaq was there. Snoop Dog was there. Jay-Z was there. So many celebrities and artists were there to watch. The whole world was watching the last few minutes of that game. The Lakers were trailing the Jazz by 10+ points with barely 3 minutes left, and Kobe gave it his all and scored the rest of the points to comeback and win. 23 of Kobe's points were in the 4th quarter I believe. That was an epic finish. It looked like the Lakers weren't going to win that game for sure.

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Written By: nally on 04/14/16 at 8:22 pm

It was probably the best farewell game for a Hall of Famer in the history of sports. Shaq was there. Snoop Dog was there. Jay-Z was there. So many celebrities and artists were there to watch. The whole world was watching the last few minutes of that game. The Lakers were trailing the Jazz by 10+ points with barely 3 minutes left, and Kobe gave it his all and scored the rest of the points to comeback and win. 23 of Kobe's points were in the 4th quarter I believe. That was an epic finish. It looked like the Lakers weren't going to win that game for sure.

But he made the best of his final 3+ minutes on the court, that's for sure. O0

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/16 at 5:59 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Manchester City will play Real Madrid in the Champions League semi-finals. That means City could face incoming manager Pep Guardiola in the final, after his Bayern Munich side were drawn against Atletico Madrid in the other semi-final. Guardiola will replace current City boss Manuel Pellegrini in the summer. The first leg will take place in Manchester at Etihad Stadium on 26 April, with the return leg in Spain's capital on 4 May. The final takes place at Milan's San Siro Stadium on 28 May.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/16 at 6:40 am

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray is through to the Monte Carlo Masters semi-finals following an impressive win over Canadian Milos Raonic. The world number two won 6-2 6-0 in 66 minutes, and will play Rafael Nadal or Stan Wawrinka next.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/16 at 9:24 am

FOOTBALL

The final Anfield memorial service for the 96 victims of the Hillsborough disaster has begun in Liverpool. The annual event has been held at Liverpool's stadium since the tragedy in Sheffield on 15 April 1989. In January, relatives of the victims said they had "unanimously agreed" this year's service would be the last. A minute's silence was held across Liverpool at 15:06 BST - the time when the FA Cup semi-final was abandoned following a terrace crush.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/16 at 10:18 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Liverpool will play Villarreal in the Europa League semi-finals. The Reds' reward for Thursday's dramatic victory over Borussia Dortmund is a trip to Spain for the first leg on 28 April, with the return at Anfield on 5 May.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/16 at 11:10 am

CYCLING

Sir Bradley Wiggins will take time out from his Olympic track preparations to ride in the Tour de Yorkshire.

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Written By: nally on 04/15/16 at 12:27 pm

American football: The 2016 NFL schedules have been announced; that of the Rams (who've moved back to L.A.) was shown on the local TV news last night.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/16 at 12:30 pm

NBA (pro basketball): Kobe Bryant will play his final career game tonight for the L.A. Lakers.

http://ichef.bbci.co.uk/onesport/cps/800/cpsprodpb/84A0/production/_89225933_kobe_bryant2.jpg

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Written By: nally on 04/15/16 at 12:31 pm

http://ichef.bbci.co.uk/onesport/cps/800/cpsprodpb/84A0/production/_89225933_kobe_bryant2.jpg

As seen on the local news (here) Wednesday night!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/16 at 12:32 pm

As seen on the local news (here) Wednesday night!
It must have brought a tear to the eyes of the supporters.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 04/15/16 at 12:37 pm

It must have brought a tear to the eyes of the supporters.

Sure, everyone in the Staples Center witnessed it.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/16 at 1:58 pm

GOLF

Luke Donald shot an opening round 66 to share the lead at the RBC Heritage at Hilton Head in South Carolina.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/16 at 1:10 pm

GOLF

Luke Donald and Russell Knox are one shot off the lead at the RBC Heritage at Hilton Head in South Carolina.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/16 at 2:40 pm

TENNIS

Eight-time winner Rafael Nadal recovered from a set down to beat Britain's Andy Murray to reach the Monte Carlo Masters final.

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Written By: Eazy-EMAN1995 on 04/17/16 at 8:07 pm

Come on Blues, you've got this!!!!! :D Keep winning!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 04/18/16 at 12:06 am

Yep, it's time for the NBA and NHL postseasons!!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/16 at 8:32 am

SNOOKER

Ronnie O'Sullivan saw off spirited resistance from David Gilbert to move into the second round of the World Championship with a 10-7 victory.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/16 at 8:53 am

TENNIS

Former world number one Rafael Nadal claimed a ninth Monte Carlo Masters title with victory over Gael Monfils.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/16 at 9:53 am

FOOTBALL

David Moyes is interested in the Aston Villa manager's job but is yet to be contacted by the relegated club.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/16 at 1:30 pm

BOXING

Nick Blackwell says he holds "no hard feelings" towards Chris Eubank Jr as he continues his recovery following their fight in London last month.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/16 at 1:31 pm

CRICKET

England batsman Jonny Bairstow hit a career-best 246 as Division One champions Yorkshire dominated day two against Hampshire at Headingley. Bairstow and Liam Plunkett, who made his first ton for Yorkshire, put on 227 runs for the seventh wicket. Tom Alsop eventually had Bairstow caught at long-on, while Plunkett made 126 before being bowled by Will Smith as Yorkshire declared on 593-9.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/19/16 at 1:53 am

FOOTBALL

Stoke City 0 - 4 Tottenham Hotspur

Tottenham produced an outstanding display to thrash Stoke and move five points behind leaders Leicester with four games of the season remaining. Harry Kane's sublime curling finish, his 23rd Premier League goal of the season, set them on their way before Christian Eriksen hit the crossbar. Dele Alli doubled the lead before he hit a post when it was easier to score. Kane rolled in the third before Alli's right-foot volley wrapped up Spurs' ninth away league win of the season. The result lifted Mauricio Pochettino's side to 68 points from 34 matches, with Leicester on 73 from the same number of games.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/19/16 at 3:25 am

TENNIS

Novak Djokovic and Serena Williams claimed the top accolades at this year's Laureus World Sports Awards. The tennis duo were named sportsman and sportswoman of the year at the Berlin ceremony for their 2015 achievements. Djokovic, 28, reached all four Grand Slam finals, winning three of them, a feat emulated by Williams, 34. Brazil's Paralympic swimmer Daniel Dias, 27, was named disabled sportsperson of the year after winning seven gold medals at the IPC Swimming World Championships.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/19/16 at 3:54 am

FORMULA 1

Last Sunday Nico Rosberg took his third straight win of 2016 as Mercedes team-mate Lewis Hamilton fought back to seventh in a hectic Chinese Grand Prix.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/19/16 at 4:22 am

BOXING

Nick Blackwell says he will not fight again after sustaining serious head injuries in his British middleweight title loss to Chris Eubank Jr.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/19/16 at 7:57 am

FOOTBALL

Aston Villa have suspended striker Gabby Agbonlahor and will conduct an investigation following allegations concerning his conduct. According to media reports, the 29-year-old was pictured with laughing gas canisters while partying in London on the same night Villa were relegated. Agbonlahor was already on the sidelines after being told he was not fit enough.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/19/16 at 8:33 am

CRICKET

Kent and former England batsman Rob Key has confirmed his retirement after a first-class career spanning 17 years.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/19/16 at 10:30 am

SNOOKER

World number one Mark Selby survived a determined Robert Milkins comeback to move into the second round of the World Championship with a 10-6 win.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/19/16 at 4:51 pm

FORMULA 1

Formula 1 boss Bernie Ecclestone says female drivers would "not physically be able to drive a F1 car quickly". Speaking to businessman Sir Martin Sorrell at an Advertising Week Europe conference, the 85-year-old said he does not think women would be "taken seriously" in the sport. However, he does think an increasing number of women will take F1 chief executive positions in the future. "Women are more competent, and they don't have massive egos," he added.

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Written By: nally on 04/19/16 at 6:15 pm

Kings and Ducks both down in their respective NHL playoff rounds, to the Sharks and Predators, respectively.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/16 at 3:10 am

FOOTBALL

Charlton Athletic were relegated from the Championship after they played out a goalless draw away at bottom club Bolton Wanderers.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/16 at 4:58 am

FOOTBALL

Ronny Deila is to leave Celtic at the end of the season, with the Scottish Premiership leaders saying it was the team manager's decision. The announcement comes three days after a Scottish Cup semi-final defeat by city rivals Rangers.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/16 at 6:22 am

CYCLING

Sprinter Jess Varnish has been dropped from the Great Britain team after failing to qualify for the 2016 Olympics. British Cycling's Shane Sutton said the decision not to renew her contract "was based on a projection of medal competitiveness at Olympic level".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/16 at 9:07 am

CRICKET

Middlesex's Sam Robson has put himself right back in the England reckoning with another century in the County Championship match against Warwickshire. The opener made 231 in the first innings and has just passed 100 in the second. 26-year-old Robson, who played the last of his seven Tests in 2014, has also broken the record for most runs ever by a Middlesex player in one match.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/16 at 9:50 am

GOLF/OLYMPICS

Australia's Adam Scott has announced he will not compete at the 2016 Olympics, in order to focus on the PGA Tour.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/16 at 1:31 pm

FOOTBALL

The departure of David Bernstein and Lord King from the Aston Villa board was triggered by a bitter fall-out with the club's owner Randy Lerner.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/16 at 3:40 pm

SNOOKER

The Masters trophy will be renamed the Paul Hunter Trophy from 2017 in honour of the three-time winner, says World Snooker chairman Barry Hearn. Hunter died from cancer at the age of 27 in 2006 and Hearn said on Wednesday that the sport "messed up" by not paying tribute to Hunter sooner. "It's the highest honour we can give," Hearn told a media conference.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/16 at 3:48 pm

CRICKET

England Test captain Alastair Cook hit an unbeaten century as Essex held on to secure a draw against Sussex at Hove. Essex were set 329 to win after Sussex were bowled out for 288 in the morning as Jamie Porter finished with 5-82.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/16 at 4:35 am

TENNIS

Great Britain will continue the defence of their Davis Cup title by facing Novak Djokovic's Serbia team on clay at the Tasmajdan Stadium in Belgrade. The quarter-final tie takes place outdoors from 15-17 July.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/16 at 7:49 am

BOXING

IBF heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua has announced he will make the first defence of his title at London's O2 on 25 June.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/16 at 10:00 am

OLYMPICS

The flame for the Olympic Games in Brazil has been lit in southern Greece.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/16 at 10:10 am

BOXING

Conor McGregor says he has not retired from the Ultimate Fighting Championship - but has fallen out with the sport's bosses over promotional work.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/16 at 12:06 pm

TENNIS

British number three Kyle Edmund lost in straight sets to defending champion Guillermo Garcia-Lopez in the second round of the Nastase Tiriac Trophy.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/16 at 2:41 pm

FOOTBALL

Leicester striker Jamie Vardy has accepted a Football Association charge of improper conduct. The 29-year-old confronted referee Jon Moss after being sent off in Sunday's 2-2 draw with West Ham. By admitting the charge, Vardy, who has requested a personal hearing, could be given an additional suspension to his current one-match ban.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/16 at 4:44 pm

CRICKET

Hampshire fast bowler Fidel Edwards has suffered a broken leg after reportedly being injured playing football.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/16 at 1:24 am

RUGBY UNION

England boss Eddie Jones believes English club coaches should work overseas to boost their chances of succeeding at international level. Stuart Lancaster, the former England head coach, said recently he was interested in coaching in the southern hemisphere.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/16 at 3:37 am

FOOTBALL

England boss Roy Hodgson says he would have to sacrifice a player who has "more reason to be called up" in order to fit teenage striker Marcus Rashford in his Euro 2016 squad.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/16 at 3:57 am

ATHLETICS

It is the London Marathon on this Sunday.

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CRICKET

Durham and England pace bowler Mark Wood will miss a significant portion of the cricket season after undergoing ankle surgery.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/16 at 5:21 am

CRICKET

Defending champions Lancashire have signed New Zealand batsman Martin Guptill for their T20 Blast campaign. The 29-year-old will move to Old Trafford after his stint at Indian Premier League side Mumbai Indians. Guptill is currently ranked the world's third-best batsman in T20 cricket.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/16 at 7:03 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Anfield will host this year's Four Nations final, the first rugby league match for 19 years to be staged at the home of Liverpool Football Club.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/16 at 12:19 pm

FOOTBALL

Leicester City boss Claudio Ranieri believes it is "now or never" for the Foxes to win the Premier League title. Leicester have enjoyed a remarkable campaign and are five points clear of Tottenham at the top of the table with four games remaining.

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Written By: nally on 04/22/16 at 12:36 pm

NHL Stanley Cup playoffs: Anaheim Ducks and Nashville Predators' series tied at 2 games apiece.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/23/16 at 2:42 am

SNOOKER

Marco Fu completed a scrappy 13-9 win over Scottish qualifier Anthony McGill to become the first man into the World Championship quarter-finals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/23/16 at 2:50 am

SWIMMING

The youngest ever Commonwealth Games medal winner has been told she is no longer disabled enough to compete in the 2016 Paralympics in Rio. Erraid Davies from Shetland, also the youngest ever competitor when she won bronze in the women's 100m breaststroke final aged just 13, has had her classification renewed by medics. Erraid has Perthes disease which affects her hip bones and joints.
The teenager must now await a second opinion.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/23/16 at 4:41 am

ATHLETICS

It is the London Marathon on this Sunday.
About 38,000 runners will take to the capital's streets on Sunday for the 36th staging of the London Marathon. The millionth finisher in the history of the race, which was first held in 1981, will cross the line on The Mall. The winners of the men's and women's races from 2015 - Eliud Kipchoge and Tigist Tufa - return this year.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/23/16 at 9:38 am

FOOTBALL

Liverpool defender Mamadou Sakho is being investigated by Uefa after failing a drugs test. Although the France international, 26, is not officially suspended, he will "not be available" for selection during the investigation, Liverpool said.

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Written By: nally on 04/23/16 at 12:24 pm

NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs: L.A. Kings' season is over, as the San Jose Sharks defeated 'em last night. :-\\

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/23/16 at 1:27 pm

FOOTBALL

Anthony Martial's stoppage-time strike at Wembley sent Manchester United into the FA Cup final with a 2-1 win over Everton.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/16 at 5:01 am

About 38,000 runners will take to the capital's streets on Sunday for the 36th staging of the London Marathon. The millionth finisher in the history of the race, which was first held in 1981, will cross the line on The Mall. The winners of the men's and women's races from 2015 - Eliud Kipchoge and Tigist Tufa - return this year.
All eyes will be on the millionth finisher today, but will all the modern day technology, the finisher will not be known to the announcement at a function in a few weeks time.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/16 at 5:40 am

LONDON MARATHON

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The rhino still runs!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/16 at 5:54 am

LONDON MARATHON

Jemima Sumgong wins the London Marathon

A brilliant, brilliant run and a brilliant, brilliant story. Less than 30 minutes ago she fell at a drink station but Jemima Sumgong is the London Marathon champion for 2016. Kenya has another running hero. A time of two hours 22 minutes and 58 seconds is superb but it really doesn't do this brave run justice. Sumgong collapses to the floor - a mix of exhaustion and seemingly wanting to be alone in her own thoughts.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/16 at 6:10 am

LONDON MARATHON

Eliud Kipchoge turns onto The Mall. A cheeky point, then a wag of a finger. What a run. His shoulders and legs are in sync, moving in perfect harmony. He has such confidence and strength, even at this late stage. What will the clock say? It will be a course record for the men's race here, it COULD BE A WORLD RECORD... can he make it? Close, so close. It's two hours, three minutes and five seconds. That's seven seconds off the WR by my count. Classy to say the least. Could he have kicked for home a bit earlier than Embankment? Now we're just being picky I guess.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/16 at 7:05 am

[LONDON MARATHON

Maj Peake is also running for 26.2 miles (42km) - but on a treadmill aboard the International Space Station.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/16 at 7:28 am

LONDON MARATHON

Mike Peace, one of only 12 runners to have run every London Marathon since it started in 1981.

"It's one of those strange clubs you can only leave. There's no way anyone can ever join," he says.

His advice for the day?

"Always look forward to the last 50 yards. Then you absolutely know you're going to cross the line!"

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/16 at 7:53 am

GOLF

England's Luke Donald trails leader Ricky Barnes by two shots after three rounds of the Texas Open. Former world number one Donald, second in last week's RBC Heritage in South Carolina, shot a four-under 68 to move to nine under in San Antonio. American Barnes - chasing his first PGA Tour victory - carded a 66 to lead by a stroke from compatriot Brendan Steele, who went round in 72. Ireland's Padraig Harrington is four shots off the lead after a 68.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/16 at 9:11 am

GOLF

England's Lee Slattery is tied for the lead with five holes held over until Monday at a weather-affected Shenzhen International at Genzon Golf Club. Twenty-three players will return early on Monday to complete their rounds after play was suspended on Sunday because of bad light.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/16 at 12:47 pm

FOOTBALL

Leicester City restored their eight-point lead over Tottenham Hotspur and took another stride towards the Premier League title with a ruthless demolition of Swansea City.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/16 at 1:27 pm

TAEKWONDO

Olympic taekwondo champion Jade Jones began her comeback from a knee injury with -57kg gold in the German Open. Wales' Jones won four bouts in Hamburg to reach the final only for Canadian opponent Ivett Gonda to withdraw. The London 2012 gold medalist missed March's Dutch Open and April's Presidents Cup with her injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/16 at 2:56 pm

TRIATHLON

Non Stanford beat Jodie Stimpson in a British one-two finish in the World Triathlon Series event in Cape Town. Stanford, 27, the 2013 world champion, won in 59 minutes 49 seconds, seven seconds in front of Stimpson with Bermuda's Flora Duffy coming third. Jonathan Brownlee, who needed medical help after coming third in the previous event in Australia earlier this month, came second in the men's race.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/16 at 3:43 pm

FOOTBALL

Crystal Palace will meet Manchester United in the FA Cup final on 21 May after a hard-fought win over Watford.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/16 at 5:48 am

FOOTBALL

Leicester City forward Riyad Mahrez has won the Professional Footballers' Association Player of the Year award. Mahrez has scored 17 goals and made 11 assists in 34 league games to take Leicester to the cusp of the title. The award was voted for by the Algeria international's fellow professionals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/16 at 6:20 am

GOLF

South Korea's Soomin Lee claimed his first European Tour title at China's weather-delayed Shenzhen International.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/16 at 10:14 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Juventus have been crowned Serie A champions for a fifth season in a row after Napoli's 1-0 defeat at Roma. Sunday's 2-1 win at Fiorentina put them on the brink of glory, and Napoli's failure to win on Monday meant Juve can no longer be caught.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/16 at 11:29 am

FOOTBALL

Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure is unlikely to face Real Madrid in Tuesday's Champions League semi-final first leg because of a thigh injury. Toure was hurt late on in Saturday's 4-0 win over Stoke but stayed on as they had used their three substitutes.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/16 at 11:52 am

RUGBY UNION

England duo Joe Marler and Owen Farrell have been cited for foul play during the latest round of European matches.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/16 at 3:51 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE

Super League side Salford Red Devils have been docked six points and fined £5,000 for breaching salary cap regulations in 2014 and 2015. An independent tribunal found the club had committed a "serious breach" of the salary cap rules, including exceeding the limit of £1.825m in 2014.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/16 at 3:13 am

FOOTBALL

Leicester City will win the Premier League if they beat Manchester United at Old Trafford on Sunday. Tottenham, the only team who can pip them to the title, lost ground when they drew 1-1 with West Brom on Monday. Even if they fail to beat United, the Foxes only need three points from three games to be certain of finishing top. Spurs are now seven points adrift with three games left, but boss Mauricio Pochettino said: "We still need to believe. We are not going to give up." Claudio Ranieri's Leicester side started the campaign as 5,000-1 outsiders for the title, having narrowly escaped relegation last season. They are now 1-16 to claim their first top-flight success after leaving Manchester United, Arsenal, Manchester City and defending champions Chelsea in their wake.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/16 at 10:00 am

CYCLING

Belgian rider Femke van den Driessche has been suspended for six years in the first case of mechanical doping in cycling. Cycling's governing body the UCI found the 19-year-old guilty of using a bike containing a motor at January's Cyclo-cross World Championships in Belgium. The Belgian has also been fined 20,000 Swiss francs (£14,000) and been ordered to pay legal costs. Scanning of bikes in UCI competitions has been introduced in recent years. There were 274 bikes scanned at the Track Cycling World Championships in London in March.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/16 at 10:57 am

TENNIS

Fourteen-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal has written to the president of the International Tennis Federation (ITF) and asked for all of his drug-test results and blood profile records to be made public. Nadal's letter was sent to ITF President David Haggerty on Monday, as he filed a lawsuit against ex-French government minister Roselyne Bachelot, who accused him of doping. "I know how many times I am tested, on and off competition," Nadal wrote in the letter, which has been seen by the Associated Press. "Please make all my information public. Please make public my biological passport, my complete history of anti-doping controls and tests."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/16 at 10:58 am

CRICKET

Snow, rain and sleet meant there was no play on day three between Durham and Middlesex at Chester-Le-Street.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/16 at 12:33 pm

GOLF

Tiger Woods played his first stretch of holes since last August at the opening of a course he helped design. The former world number one hit a ceremonial tee shot then played a few holes with his friend Mark O'Meara at Bluejack National in Texas. The 40-year-old had two back operations last autumn but has registered for the US Open in June, suggesting a return may be imminent.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/16 at 3:09 pm

FOOTBALL

Midfielder Dele Alli could miss the rest of Tottenham's season after being charged with violent conduct by the Football Association. Television footage appeared to show Alli punching Claudio Yacob during his side's draw with West Brom on Monday. The incident was not in the referee's report on the match, which ended 1-1. Violent conduct usually incurs a three-game ban, so a guilty verdict would mean the England player, 20, misses all of Spurs' remaining fixtures.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/16 at 3:28 pm

WIMBLEDON TENNIS

The men's and women's singles champions at Wimbledon will get £2m each this year, with total prize money up to £28.1m, an increase of £1.35m. Last year's champions - Serb Novak Djokovic and American Serena Williams - each pocketed £1.88m.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/16 at 4:28 pm

FOOTBALL

Joe Hart kept Manchester City's hopes of reaching their first Champions League final alive with two brilliant late saves that ensured their semi-final first leg with Real Madrid finished goalless.

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CYCLING

British Cycling chief Shane Sutton is suspended amid an investigation into discrimination allegations, BBC Sport understands.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/16 at 2:43 am

SNOOKER

Ding Junhui thrashed Mark Williams 13-3 inside two sessions to become the first man into this year's World Championship semi-finals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/16 at 3:58 am

GOLF/OLYMPICS

Former Masters champion Charl Schwartzel is the latest high-profile player to opt out of the Rio Olympics.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/16 at 5:49 am

FOOTBALL

Alicia Keys is to become the first singer to play live at the opening ceremony of the Champions League Final. The show will see the singer perform to around 80,000 people in Milan's Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on 28 May and to TV audiences in over 220 countries. Keys, who will be debuting new music in the show, said playing to such a huge audience was "pretty insane". European football's governing body Uefa said Keys' inclusion "heightens even further the appeal of the match".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/16 at 7:06 am

OLYMPICS

Great Britain have revealed their kit for the 2016 Olympics and Paralympics as Rio de Janeiro marks 100 days to go until the Games. It is in the colours of the Union Flag - red, white and blue - and as in 2012 has been designed by Stella McCartney, in collaboration with adidas.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/16 at 11:30 am

CYCLING

British Cycling chief Shane Sutton is suspended amid an investigation into discrimination allegations, BBC Sport understands.
British Cycling technical director Shane Sutton has resigned amid claims of sexism and discrimination towards elite cyclists.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/16 at 2:25 pm

TENNIS

Laura Robson's hopes of a sustained run at the Rabat Open ended with a heavy defeat by Hungarian fifth seed Timea Babos in the second round. Robson, the former British number one, had break-point chances in the third game but could not convert them. Babos then took charge, dropping just two more games in a 6-1 6-2 victory.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/16 at 3:52 am

OLYMPICS

British Cycling has been told to conduct an urgent investigation into allegations official kit - including a high-performance bike - is being sold online for profit. UK Sport ordered the investigation to "protect our investment in all sports on the world class programme". It is another blow for British Cycling after Australian Shane Sutton quit as technical director on Wednesday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/16 at 7:18 am

A victory parade will be held to celebrate Leicester City's Premier League success on 16 May, the BBC understands.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/16 at 7:44 am

TENNIS

Defending champion Andy Murray reached the quarter-finals of the Madrid Open with an impressive 6-4 6-2 win over 16th seed Gilles Simon of France.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/16 at 9:42 am

FOOTBALL

Manchester United's Marouane Fellaini and Leicester's Robert Huth have been banned for three games for their clash in Sunday's 1-1 draw at Old Trafford. Huth pulled the Belgium midfielder's hair, who in turn elbowed the German.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/16 at 10:20 am

FOOTBALL

Leicester City manager Claudio Ranieri has asked his Premier League title winners to "stay one year more". The Foxes completed one of sport's greatest shocks when they won the league with a squad who cost £57m. Winger Riyad Mahrez, striker Jamie Vardy and midfielder N'Golo Kante are among the previously unheralded players to be linked with moves away. "I'm very, very confident," Ranieri said. "Don't go. If you go another team, you might not get on the pitch."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/16 at 10:52 am

CRICKET

England Test captain Alastair Cook has signed a new contract at Essex. The 31-year-old has agreed a two-year deal with the county he made his first-class debut for back in 2003.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/16 at 11:06 am

CRICKET

Worcestershire director of cricket Steve Rhodes says the decision to scrap the toss in the County Championship this season looks like it is working. The England and Wales Cricket Board made the move in an attempt to improve the standard of pitches and Rhodes says it has already made a difference.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/16 at 11:25 am

HORSE RACING

Jockey Jason Maguire, who won the Grand National on Ballabriggs in 2011, is to retire aged 36 after serious injuries. The Irishman has not ridden competitively since February 2015 after a fall at Musselburgh. Maguire suffered a serious injury a year earlier which left him in an induced coma.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/16 at 12:21 pm

GOLF

Australian golfer Marc Leishman has pulled out of the Olympic Games in Rio over concerns about the Zika virus.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/16 at 5:09 pm

TENNIS

Fourth seed Victoria Azarenka has joined the list of Madrid Open withdrawals with a back injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/16 at 1:44 am

GOLF

Rory McIlroy is eight shots off the pace at the Wells Fargo Championship in the US, despite a bizarre incident with a spectator at the sixth hole.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/16 at 4:13 am

Plans are afoot for a feature-length documentary about disgraced Paralympian Oscar Pistorius. The South African athlete was arrested after fatally shooting his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp, in their home on Valentine's Day in 2013.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/16 at 4:38 am

FOOTBALL

Former England striker Frank Worthington has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, his daughter says. Worthington, 67, had a playing career spanning 26 years that included more than 200 appearances for Leicester.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/16 at 6:07 am

TENNIS

Half of the world's top 30 women will play in Birmingham at the Aegon Classic this summer, including British number one Johanna Konta. The pre-Wimbledon tournament announced the strongest field in its 35-year history, led by Australian Open champion Angelique Kerber. World number 22 Konta, 24, will lead the British challenge, with two wildcards yet to be announced.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/16 at 7:16 am

BOXING

Amir Khan's trainer, Virgil Hunter, admits his charge lacks "killer instinct" ahead of his fight against Saul Alvarez in Las Vegas on Saturday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/16 at 8:14 am

FOOTBALL

England winger Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has been ruled out of this summer's European Championship after suffering his second knee injury of the season. Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger says the 22-year-old, capped 24 times, will be out for a further six to eight weeks.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/16 at 11:37 am

FOOTBALL

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Mousa Dembele has been banned for six games by the Football Association for violent conduct against Chelsea's Diego Costa.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/16 at 12:56 pm

TENNIS

Defending champion Andy Murray reached the quarter-finals of the Madrid Open with an impressive 6-4 6-2 win over 16th seed Gilles Simon of France.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/16 at 2:32 am

Dinamo Bucharest and Cameroon midfielder Patrick Ekeng has died aged 26 of a suspected heart attack after collapsing on the pitch. Ekeng fell to the floor in the 70th minute of a televised Romanian league match between Dinamo and Viitorul. He was pronounced dead in hospital two hours later.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/16 at 8:35 am

TENNIS

Defending champion Andy Murray reached the Madrid Open final with a straight-set victory over Rafael Nadal. British number one Murray beat the nine-time French Open champion 7-5 6-4 in two hours 11 minutes. The 28-year-old Scot will face either Novak Djokovic or Kei Nishikori in Sunday's final at Manolo Santana.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/16 at 1:55 pm

FOOTBALL

Leicester City celebrated their coronation as Premier League champions and the first title in their 132-year history with victory over Everton on a day of elation at the King Power Stadium.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/08/16 at 6:22 am

BOXING

Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez knocked out Britain's Amir Khan in the sixth round in Las Vegas to retain his WBC middleweight title.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/16 at 3:00 am

TENNIS

World number one Novak Djokovic beat defending champion Andy Murray 6-2 3-6 6-3 in the Madrid Open final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/16 at 5:01 am

FOOTBALL

Uefa president Michel Platini will resign from European football's governing body after failing to have a six-year ban from football overturned.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/16 at 6:40 am

TENNIS

British world number three Andy Murray has announced he has split from coach Amelie Mauresmo after two years. Murray, 28, said he had "learnt a lot" from Mauresmo but they had "mutually agreed" to end their partnership. "Dedicating enough time along with the travel has been a challenge," twice Grand Slam champion Mauresmo added. Since he began working with her in June 2014, Murray has won seven titles - including his first two on clay - but has failed to add to his two majors.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/16 at 9:03 am

LONDON MARATHON

About 38,000 runners will take to the capital's streets on Sunday for the 36th staging of the London Marathon. The millionth finisher in the history of the race, which was first held in 1981, will cross the line on The Mall. The winners of the men's and women's races from 2015 - Eliud Kipchoge and Tigist Tufa - return this year.

All eyes will be on the millionth finisher today, but will all the modern day technology, the finisher will not be known to the announcement at a function in a few weeks time.

The millionth person to cross the London Marathon finish line was a woman running for the hospital that saved her newborn daughter's life.
Shannon Foudy, 39, from Hemel Hempstead, made it across the line on 24 April but officials needed two weeks to check all 38,000 runners' results.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/16 at 12:56 pm

TENNIS

Heather Watson reached the second round of the Italian Open with a 6-4 3-6 6-0 win over world number 14 Sara Errani.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/16 at 7:47 am

TENNIS

Britain's Johanna Konta is through to the Italian Open second round following a 6-1 6-2 win over Sweden's Johanna Larsson.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/16 at 10:24 am

RUGBY UNION

Wales coach Warren Gatland has named Sam Warburton to lead a 35-man squad on their summer tour of New Zealand.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/16 at 2:03 am

FOOTBALL

West Ham will issue life bans to any fans found responsible for attacking the Manchester United team coach before Tuesday's game at Upton Park. A window on the bus was smashed and the kick-off delayed by 45 minutes as a result of the trouble. "We are aware that there were some supporters outside the Boleyn Ground who didn't act in an appropriate way," a club statement read. The Football Association also condemned the "unsavoury incidents".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/16 at 3:48 am

FOOTBALL

German champions Bayern Munich have signed Borussia Dortmund defender Mats Hummels and Benfica midfielder Renato Sanches from the start of next season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/16 at 4:30 am

CRICKET

Charlotte Edwards has retired from international cricket after a decade as England women's captain. Made a CBE in 2014, the 36-year-old is the only player - man or woman - to captain England in 200 internationals. She made her international debut in 1996, becoming the youngest player to represent England.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/16 at 6:56 am

CRICKET

Yorkshire all-rounder David Willey has been told not to bowl for six weeks because of an abdominal injury. However, the 26-year-old could still bat in the White Rose county's current Championship game against Surrey if required to do so. The injury means Willey could be unavailable for some of England's one-day international series against Sri Lanka next month.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/16 at 2:33 pm

CRICKET

Legendary West Indian commentator Tony Cozier has died at the age of 75. A familiar and respected voice around the world, the Barbadian will be remembered for a career in TV, radio and journalism spanning 58 years.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/16 at 4:34 pm

TENNIS

Andy Murray reached the Italian Open third round with a 6-3 6-3 win over Kazakh qualifier Mikhail Kukushkin.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/16 at 4:55 pm

FOOTBALL

Sunderland sealed their Premier League safety and relegated Norwich and local rivals Newcastle with a comprehensive victory over Everton.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/16 at 3:16 am

CRICKET

Uncapped duo James Vince and Jake Ball have been named in England's 12-man squad for the first Test against Sri Lanka at Headingley next week. Hampshire batsman Vince, 25, looks set to play, while Nottinghamshire's Ball, also 25, will have to vie for the third seamer's role in Leeds. Alex Hales remains as captain Alastair Cook's opening partner, while pace bowler Steven Finn is fit again. Nick Compton has kept his spot as England's likely number three.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/16 at 3:34 am

TENNIS

Roger Federer returned to action with a 6-3 7-5 win over promising German Alexander Zverev in the Italian Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/16 at 7:02 am

FOOTBALL

Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino has signed a contract extension which commits him to the club until 2021. The Argentine, 44, was appointed in May 2014 on a five-year deal and guided Spurs to a fifth-place finish in the Premier League and a League Cup final in his first season in charge. With one game to go, Spurs are guaranteed a top-three Premier League finish this season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/16 at 7:29 am

FOOTBALL

Everton boss Roberto Martinez will face fans' protests at the club's end-of-season awards dinner - unless he is sacked before Thursday's event.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/16 at 9:15 am

CRICKET

Sri Lanka wicketkeeper-batsman Kusal Perera is free to return to action after his provisional suspension for failing a drugs test was lifted. The 25-year-old faced a four-year ban after failing an out-of-competition test in October 2015.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/16 at 4:21 pm

GOLF

Masters champion Danny Willett and runner-up Jordan Spieth face the sternest of challenges when they return to action at this week's Players Championship. Neither has competed since the drama of Augusta more than a month ago, and they face the strongest field of the year on a TPC Sawgrass course that demands the utmost precision.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/16 at 1:52 am

TENNIS

Serena Williams made herself ill after eating dog food hours before reaching the last eight of the Italian Open. The world number one tried "a spoonful" of food meant for her dog, Chip, before beating fellow American Christina McHale in straight sets in Rome. "I thought 'what the heck, I'm gonna try a piece, it looks good'," she said. "Fast forward two hours, I just ran to the toilet like I thought I was going to pass out. It did taste weird. It tasted kind of like house cleaner."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/16 at 3:18 am

GOLF

World number one Jason Day equalled the course record to take a two-shot first-round lead at the Players Championship. The Australian hit a nine-under-par 63 at Sawgrass to move ahead of a group of five players that includes England's Justin Rose and Ireland's Shane Lowry. Lowry picked up seven shots on the back nine to come home in a tournament record 29 strokes. Masters champion Danny Willett is seven adrift on two under, while world number two Jordan Spieth is level par.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/16 at 5:33 am

FOOTBALL

Watford manager Quique Sanchez Flores will leave the club after their final match of the season on Sunday. The Spaniard, 51, was appointed in June 2015 following the club's promotion to the Premier League. The Hornets are 13th in the Premier League, but have won just two of their past 11 top-flight games.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/16 at 10:09 am

FOOTBALL

Chelsea captain John Terry has been offered a new one-year contract by the Blues and is considering whether to accept it.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/16 at 10:29 am

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray reached the semi-finals of the Italian Open with a 6-1 7-5 win over Belgium's David Goffin.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/16 at 6:38 am

GOLF

Former Irish professional golfer Christy O'Connor Senior died in Dublin on Saturday, aged 91.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/16 at 7:46 am

FORMULA 1

Hamilton and Rosberg out after crashing into each other on lap one in the Spanish Grand Prix.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/16 at 10:14 am

FOOTBALL

Manchester United's final-day match against Bournemouth has been called off because of a suspect package. Two stands - the Sir Alex Ferguson Stand and the Stretford End - were evacuated before the home game against Bournemouth and sniffer dogs brought in to search the stands. Kick-off, due at 15:00 BST, was delayed and shortly afterwards the match was abandoned on police advice. An Army bomb disposal unit arrived at the stadium shortly afterwards.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/16 at 11:30 am

TENNIS

Serena Williams beat Madison Keys in straight sets to win the Italian Open - her first WTA title in nine months. The world number one beat her fellow American 7-6 (7-5) 6-3 to triumph in Rome for the fourth time since 2002.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/16 at 11:46 am

FORMULA 1

Red Bull's Max Verstappen took a sensational maiden victory as Mercedes drivers Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg crashed out of the Spanish Grand Prix. Hamilton and Rosberg came together on lap one as the world champion tried to pass his team-mate, leaving Red Bull and Ferrari to dispute the race. Verstappen, 18, held off Ferrari's Kimi Raikkonen after team-mate Daniel Ricciardo took a three-stop strategy. He made his two-stop strategy work to become the youngest winner in history.

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Written By: nally on 05/15/16 at 11:48 am

WNBA season 2016 has started... I wonder if anyone is following that??

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Written By: Henk on 05/15/16 at 11:53 am

FORMULA 1

Red Bull's Max Verstappen took a sensational maiden victory as Mercedes drivers Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg crashed out of the Spanish Grand Prix. Hamilton and Rosberg came together on lap one as the world champion tried to pass his team-mate, leaving Red Bull and Ferrari to dispute the race. Verstappen, 18, held off Ferrari's Kimi Raikkonen after team-mate Daniel Ricciardo took a three-stop strategy. He made his two-stop strategy work to become the youngest winner in history.

Not only the youngest winner in history, also the first Dutchman to win a F1 Grand Prix in history.

This is a historic day in Formula 1, and I'm so glad I decided to turn on the telly this afternoon. :) 8)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/16 at 1:40 pm

Not only the youngest winner in history, also the first Dutchman to win a F1 Grand Prix in history.

This is a historic day in Formula 1, and I'm so glad I decided to turn on the telly this afternoon. :) 8)
O0

Now a national hero, and expect good things from him.

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Written By: Henk on 05/15/16 at 2:53 pm

O0

Now a national hero, and expect good things from him.

I think he already was something of a hero.

Yes, I expect good things from him too. I'm not sure if he (and his car) can take up the Mercedes Boys already, but I think it's safe to say he'll be battling for Top 3 for the rest of the season. And what will happen after that? A new team, with chances of a World Championship? It's definitely not impossible.

I'm sure this will give Formula 1 racing in the Netherlands a big boost. Maybe we'll even have "our" Grand Prix back on the roster (in due time, of course, because we don't have a race track fit for F1 right now).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/16 at 3:03 pm

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray gave himself the perfect birthday present as he won his first Italian Open title with a 6-3 6-3 victory over Novak Djokovic. It was a first win on clay against Djokovic in five attempts for the Scot, who turned 29 on Sunday.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/15/16 at 3:06 pm

WNBA season 2016 has started... I wonder if anyone is following that??

I kinda follow the WNBA. Even though I don't watch any of the games.

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Written By: nally on 05/15/16 at 11:46 pm

I kinda follow the WNBA.

Cool.

Even though I don't watch any of the games.
Nor do I watch 'em, but I do take note of some of the scores as they flash on the ESPN bottomline.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/16/16 at 2:14 am

GOLF

World number one Jason Day maintained his four-stroke advantage to win the Players Championship at Sawgrass. The 28-year-old Australian finished on 15 under par, with American Kevin Chappell his closest rival on 11 under.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/16/16 at 5:47 am

FOOTBALL

England manager Roy Hodgson has named Manchester United's 18-year-old striker Marcus Rashford in an initial 26-man squad for Euro 2016. Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere and Newcastle United winger Andros Townsend are also called up for the tournament in France, which starts on 10 June. But there is no place for Arsenal forward Theo Walcott or Everton defender Phil Jagielka. The deadline for all 24 teams to submit their 23-man squads is 31 May.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/17/16 at 3:31 am

CYCLING

Jess Varnish says she hopes to regain her place on the Great Britain cycling team for the 2016 Olympic Games. Sprint rider Varnish, 25, was dropped in April after failing to qualify in the team sprint for the Rio Games through the World Championships.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/17/16 at 6:50 am

GOLF

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is the latest football manager being considered to help Europe's defence of the Ryder Cup this September. The continent's skipper Darren Clarke is proving just as meticulous as his predecessor Paul McGinley as he prepares to take on the United States at Hazeltine in Minnesota. McGinley famously invited Sir Alex Ferguson to deliver words of inspiration to his team at Gleneagles two years ago, and Liverpool supporting Clarke can see a role for the man in charge of the team he follows.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/17/16 at 8:51 am

OLYMPICS

Up to 31 athletes from six sports could be banned from competing at the Rio Games, Olympic chiefs have said.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/17/16 at 2:44 pm

TENNIS

The British pair of James Ward and Brydan Klein both failed to reach the French Open after opening-round qualifying defeats at Roland Garros.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/18/16 at 4:11 am

TENNIS

Maria Sharapova, the five-time tennis Grand Slam winner, will face an anti-doping panel in London on Wednesday after taking the banned drug meldonium. The 29-year-old Russian failed a doping test at the Australian Open in January.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/18/16 at 4:44 am

FOOTBALL

Wayne Rooney sees his Manchester United future in midfield after impressing in the role during Tuesday's 3-1 win over Bournemouth at Old Trafford. The England captain scored the opener and set up Ashley Young for the third. "Sometimes you have to make choices in your career and at the moment it's better for me to play deeper," he said. "It could be a bit different for England where I could still be the striker but probably next season that's where I see myself playing."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/18/16 at 5:34 am

FOOTBALL

According to Portuguese sports daily A Bola, Tottenham are now favourites to sign Sporting Lisbon's 27-year-old Algerian forward Islam Slimani, just nipping in ahead of Leicester.

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Written By: nally on 05/27/16 at 12:04 am

NHL Hockey: It's the Pittsburgh Penguins vs. the San Jose Sharks for the Stanley Cup Final!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/16 at 12:01 pm

FOOTBALL

Jose Mourinho has been officially confirmed as Manchester United manager and has signed a three-year contract. He replaces Dutchman Louis van Gaal, who was dismissed on Monday, two days after the club's FA Cup win.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/16 at 12:52 pm

OLYMPICS

Olympic chiefs have announced 23 competitors at the London 2012 Games have failed retrospective doping tests.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/16 at 1:56 pm

TENNIS

Nine-time winner Rafael Nadal has pulled out of the French Open because of a wrist injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/16 at 12:30 pm

RUGBY UNION

Saracens beat Exeter Chiefs to win the Premiership final and become the first English side to complete a domestic and European double since 2004.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/16 at 3:33 pm

CRICKET

Moeen Ali hit his second Test century and Chris Woakes produced his best figures with bat and ball as England seized control of the second Test against Sri Lanka at Chester-le-Street.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/16 at 5:27 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Real Madrid were crowned champions of Europe for the 11th time after beating Atletico Madrid in a dramatic penalty shootout in Milan.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/16 at 2:52 am

FOOTBALL

Tottenham have reached a deal to play their Champions League home games at Wembley next season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/16 at 3:25 am

BOXING

Ricky Burns overpowered Italian opponent Michele Di Rocco to win the vacant WBA World Super-Lightweight title in Glasgow.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/16 at 6:59 am

TENNIS

Britain's world number two Andy Murray faces big-serving American John Isner on Sunday for a place in the French Open quarter-finals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/16 at 7:53 am

CANOEING

Great Britain's Liam Heath won a gold medal on the final day of the Sprint World Cup in Racice in the Czech Republic. London 2012 bronze medallist Heath came first in the individual kayak K1 200m final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/16 at 8:23 am

GOLF

Australia's Scott Hend eagled the 18th hole for the second successive day to take a one-shot lead over England's Tyrrell Hatton at the PGA Championship.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/16 at 9:29 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton took a superb victory in a close battle with Red Bull's Daniel Ricciardo in a thrilling Monaco Grand Prix to re-ignite his title campaign.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/16 at 12:28 pm

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray beat American John Isner in straight sets to reach the quarter-finals of the French Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/30/16 at 1:27 am

FOOTBALL

Mexican footballer Alan Pulido has been kidnapped in the northern border state of Tamaulipas, officials say. The 25-year-old striker was reportedly kidnapped on Sunday near his home in Ciudad Victoria after leaving a party. He plays for the Greek team Olympiakos and has made several appearances for Mexico's national team.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/30/16 at 3:54 am

FOOTBALL

Mexican footballer Alan Pulido has been kidnapped in the northern border state of Tamaulipas, officials say. The 25-year-old striker was reportedly kidnapped on Sunday near his home in Ciudad Victoria after leaving a party. He plays for the Greek team Olympiakos and has made several appearances for Mexico's national team.
International football player Alan Pulido has been rescued in north-east Mexico hours after his kidnapping, officials say. Pulido, 25, appeared with a bandaged hand and told reporters he was "very well". Officials said the rescue operation was carried out on Sunday night, without giving more details.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/30/16 at 4:10 am

RUGBY UNION

England have called up centre Luther Burrell to replace injured Manu Tuilagi for next month's tour of Australia.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/30/16 at 4:16 am

GOLF

England's Chris Wood came from three shots down to win the BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/30/16 at 10:04 am

DISABILITY SPORT

Paralympian David Weir has become the first wheelchair racer in the world to complete a mile in under three minutes.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/30/16 at 11:59 am

CRICKET

England captain Alastair Cook has become the youngest player to score 10,000 Test runs. Aged 31, five months and five days, he achieved the landmark by reaching five on the fourth day of the second Test against Sri Lanka at Chester-le-Street. He brought up the milestone with a leg-side clip for four off Nuwan Pradeep and saluted the England balcony. He beat India legend Sachin Tendulkar's record of 31 years, 10 months and 20 days, which has stood since 2005. Cook went on to make 47 not out as England won the Test by nine wickets.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/30/16 at 4:37 pm

FOOTBALL

Iconic AFC Wimbledon striker Adebayo Akinfenwa revealed he has been released by the club - seconds after helping them win the League Two play-off final at Wembley.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/31/16 at 4:37 am

CRICKET

Sri Lanka fast bowler Shaminda Eranga was reported for a suspect action during his side's loss to England in the second Test in Durham.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/31/16 at 9:23 am

FOOTBALL

Manchester United's teenage striker Marcus Rashford has been named in Roy Hodgson's 23-man England squad for the 2016 European Championship in France. Rashford, 18, scored on his international debut in the 2-1 friendly victory over Australia on Friday. Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge is also included, but Newcastle United's Andros Townsend and Leicester City's Danny Drinkwater both miss out.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/31/16 at 9:55 am

CRICKET

Yorkshire coach Jason Gillespie has confirmed he will not be leaving to take a role with Cricket Australia. The 41-year-old Australian has led Yorkshire to back-to-back County Championship titles and had been linked with a position in his home country.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/31/16 at 12:00 pm

TENNIS

Andy Murray's French Open quarter-final meeting with Richard Gasquet has been moved back to Wednesday after wet weather restricted play on Tuesday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/31/16 at 2:41 pm

TENNIS

World number one Novak Djokovic fought back from a set down to take control against Roberto Bautista Agut when rain stopped play at the French Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/16 at 6:14 am

BOXING

Former world champion Carl Frampton and a number of other high-profile fighters have hit out at the decision to allow professionals to box at the Olympics.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/16 at 12:31 pm

TENNIS

Andy Murray eventually found his form to get the better of home favourite Richard Gasquet and reach the semi-finals of the French Open. Murray lost the first set from 5-2 up and let a similar lead slip in the second before taking the tie-break, and going on to win 5-7 7-6 (7-3) 6-0 6-2. The Scot, seeded second, will face holder Stan Wawrinka of Switzerland in the last four on Friday.

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Written By: nally on 06/01/16 at 12:32 pm

NBA Finals are set; it's going to be a rematch of last year (Golden State Warriors vs. Cleveland Cavaliers).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/16 at 2:08 pm

CRICKET

England batter Lydia Greenway has retired from international cricket.

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Written By: Henk on 06/02/16 at 1:14 pm

TENNIS

Dutch tennis player Kiki Bertens has reached the semi finals of the French Open, after a 7-5 6-2 win over Swiss Timea Bacsinszky, ranked #9 in WTA standings.
Bertens, currently ranked #58, already beat Angelique Kerber (winner of this years Australian Open) in round 1, Camila Giorgi in round 2, Daria Kasatkina in round 3 and Madison Keys in round 4 before reaching the quarter finals. She will now be facing the world #1, Serena Williams, for a place in the final.
It is the first time in nearly 40 years for a Dutch woman to reach the semi finals in a Grand Slam tournament. The last player to do so was Betty Stöve in 1977 (US Open). The last time any Dutch player (male or female) reached a semi final was 2003, when Martin Verkerk played the final at the French Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/16 at 4:33 am

BOXING

Boxing great Muhammad Ali is being treated in a hospital for a respiratory issue, a spokesman for the former world heavyweight champion has confirmed.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/16 at 1:15 pm

TENNIS

Andy Murray outplayed defending champion Stan Wawrinka to become the first British man to reach a French Open final since 1937. The Scot, seeded second, won 6-4 6-2 4-6 6-2 and will face world number one Novak Djokovic in Sunday's final. Djokovic beat Austrian 13th seed Dominic Thiem 6-2 6-1 6-4.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/16 at 4:53 am

FOOTBALL

Kosovo won their first fully-recognised international courtesy of a 2-0 victory over Faroe Islands, despite playing for nearly an hour with 10 men.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/16 at 8:31 am

CRICKET

Derbyshire elite performance director Graeme Welch has resigned after two and a half years in charge. The 44-year-old signed a three-year deal in January 2014 to lead a revamped management set-up. Derbyshire are second from bottom of Division Two of the County Championship with two defeats and five draws from their opening seven matches.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/16 at 4:35 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic will meet in Sunday's French Open final - with both men seeking their first title in Paris.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/06/16 at 4:16 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray will prioritise rest and recovery before Wimbledon following a gruelling clay-court season that ended in defeat in the French Open final. "I have never had a clay-court season like that one, never won that many matches," he said after Sunday's loss to Novak Djokovic in Paris.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/16 at 11:23 am

TENNIS

Maria Sharapova has been banned for two years by the International Tennis Federation for using a prohibited drug.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/16 at 3:19 pm

CRICKET

Jonny Bairstow's second century of the series helped England recover from another top-order collapse to reach 279-6 on day one of the third Test with Sri Lanka.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/16 at 3:34 pm

TENNIS

Former world number one Rafael Nadal will miss Wimbledon with an injury to his left wrist.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/16 at 3:53 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Euro 2016 kicks off on Friday when hosts France face Group A opponents Romania at the Stade de France amid an unprecedented security operation.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/16 at 11:43 am

OLYMPICS/TENNIS

British number ones Andy Murray and Johanna Konta have been named in Team GB's tennis squad for the Rio Olympics. They are joined by Heather Watson, 24, and Murray's older brother Jamie, 30, in the four-strong team. Andy Murray, 29, claimed gold in the men's singles and silver in the mixed doubles at London 2012. Konta, 25, will be playing in her first Games, but it will be a second appearance for Watson and a third for Jamie Murray.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/16 at 4:27 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

France 2 - 1 Romania

Dimitri Payet scored a stunning late goal to give hosts France victory over Romania in the first game of Euro 2016.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/16 at 8:42 am

GOLF

England's Masters winner Danny Willett will tee-off at next week's US Open alongside 2011 champion Rory McIlroy.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/16 at 5:43 am

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship results from June 11th

Albania 0 - 1 Switzerland

Wales 2 - 1 Slovakia

England 1 - 1 Russia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/16 at 7:35 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray has reunited with former coach Ivan Lendl before the Aegon Championships at Queen's Club.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/16 at 5:30 pm

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship results for June 12th

Poland 1 - 0 Northern Ireland

Germany 2 - 0 Ukraine

Turkey 0 - 1 Croatia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/16 at 5:36 am

GOLF

Canada's Brooke Henderson claimed her first win in a major on Sunday, beating world number one Lydia Ko in a play-off at the PGA Championship in Seattle.

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Written By: nally on 06/13/16 at 6:14 pm

NHL Hockey:

Congratulations to the Pittsburgh Penguins for winning this year's Stanley Cup championship!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/14/16 at 6:44 am

FOOTBALL

UEFA has warned Russia they face being thrown out of Euro 2016 if there is further trouble inside a stadium involving their supporters.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/14/16 at 6:48 am

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship results for June 13th

Spain 1-0 Czech Rep

R. of Ireland 1-1 Sweden

Belgium 0-2 Italy

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/14/16 at 4:58 pm

TENNIS

Andy Murray gave coach Ivan Lendl the perfect welcome back with a fine win over France's Nicolas Mahut at Queen's Club in London.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/14/16 at 4:59 pm

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship results for June 14th

Austria 0 - 2 Hungary

Portugal 1- 1 Iceland

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Written By: nally on 06/14/16 at 11:12 pm

NBA Finals: Cavs won last night's game, forcing a Game Six on Thursday night. Warriors' lead is now 3 games to 2.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/15/16 at 9:13 am

ATHLETICS

Double Olympic champion Usain Bolt has confirmed he will run in the London Anniversary Games 200m on 22 July.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/15/16 at 10:28 am

TENNIS

Former British number one Laura Robson will receive a wildcard for this year's Wimbledon Championships, which begin on 27 June.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/15/16 at 10:48 am

CRICKET

Middlesex pace bowler Toby Roland-Jones has signed a new deal with the club, which will keep him at Lord's until the end of the 2019 season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/16 at 10:19 am

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship results for June 15th

Romania 1-1 Switzerland

France 2-0 Albania

Russia 1-2 Slovakia

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/16 at 10:22 am

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship results for June 16th

England 2-1 Wales

Ukraine 0-2 Northern Ireland

Germany 0-0 Poland

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/16 at 10:23 am

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship results for June 17th

Czech Rep 0-0 Croatia

Spain 3-0 Turkey

Italy 1-0 Sweden

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/16 at 11:15 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray played a terrific final set to beat former champion Marin Cilic and reach the Aegon Championships final. The Briton, seeded number one and trying to win a record fifth Queen's Club title, won 6-3 4-6 6-3. Murray is through to the final in his first tournament since reuniting with coach Ivan Lendl on Monday. The Scot, 29, will play Canadian third seed Milos Raonic in Sunday's final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/16 at 9:14 am

FOOTBALL

The football associations of Hungary, Belgium and Portugal are the latest to be charged by UEFA over the behaviour of their supporters at Euro 2016.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/16 at 9:16 am

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship results for June 18th

Belgiim 3-0 Rep. of Ireland

Iceland 1-1 Hungary

Portugal 0-0 Austria

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/16 at 11:11 am

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray dismantled Milos Raonic's huge serve to become the first man to win the Queen's Club title five times.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/19/16 at 1:01 pm

FORMULA 1

Nico Rosberg dominated the European Grand Prix as Mercedes team-mate Lewis Hamilton struggled to fifth place. Rosberg led from the first corner and drove off into the distance as Hamilton struggled to make up ground in the inaugural race in Azerbaijan. The world champion started 10th and was hampered by a problem with an engine setting during the race. The world champion dropped to 24 points adrift of Rosberg in the championship as a result.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/16 at 12:24 pm

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship results for June 19th

Romania 0-1 Albania

Switzerland 0-0 France

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/16 at 12:24 pm

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship results for June 19th

Romania 0-1 Albania

Switzerland 0-0 France

England play tonight.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/16 at 1:19 pm

FOOTBALL

England and Wales head into Monday's final Group B games at Euro 2016 still needing points to guarantee a place in the knockout stages.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/16 at 2:29 pm

TENNIS

Britons Heather Watson and Tara Moore both suffered first-round defeats at the WTA event in Eastbourne on Monday.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/16 at 4:20 pm

FOOTBALL

Wales and England are through to the knockout stages of Euro 2016 after their final Group B games.

Wales beat Russia 3-0 to top the group at their first European Championship, with England second after being held 0-0 by Slovakia.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/21/16 at 2:04 am

TENNIS

Wimbledon starts next week!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/21/16 at 5:02 am

CRICKET

Lancashire are set to sign wicketkeeper Tom Moores on loan from Nottinghamshire as cover.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/21/16 at 8:28 am

FOOTBALL

Leicester City have signed Spanish defender Luis Hernandez on a four-year deal, starting on 1 July.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/21/16 at 9:18 am

CRICKET

Chris Gayle has said his body "needs a break" after his second T20 Blast spell with Somerset came to an end on Sunday.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/21/16 at 10:48 am

TENNIS

Two-time Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova and former world number one Caroline Wozniacki made Eastbourne's third round with straight-set wins.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/21/16 at 3:06 pm

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship results for Group 'C' June 21st

Northern Ireland 0-1 Germany

Ukranie 0-1 Poland

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/16 at 3:34 am

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship results for Group 'D' June 21st

Croatia 2-1 Spain

Czech Rep 0-2 Turkey

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/16 at 3:50 am

TENNIS

British number one Johanna Konta has beaten Lesia Tsurenko to set up a last-16 meeting with two-time Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova at Eastbourne.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/16 at 6:02 am

TENNIS

The number of private security staff has been increased at Wimbledon this year in the wake of recent terrorist attacks abroad, organisers have said.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/16 at 6:44 am

OLYMPICS

Golfer Rory McIlroy has pulled out of the Olympic Games in Rio because of concerns about the Zika virus.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/16 at 2:31 pm

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship results for Group 'F June 22nd

Hungary 3-3 Portugal

Iceland 2-1 Austria

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/16 at 2:32 pm

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship results for Group 'F June 22nd

Hungary 3-3 Portugal

Iceland 2-1 Austria
Iceland scored a dramatic injury-time winner in a pulsating match to eliminate Austria and set up a last-16 tie against England in Nice on Monday.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/16 at 3:25 am

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship results for Group 'F on June 22nd

Italy 0-1 Rep. of Ireland

Sweden 0-1 Belgium

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/16 at 3:26 am

FOOTBALL

Wales will play Northern Ireland in the last 16 of Euro 2016, while England take on Iceland and the Republic of Ireland face France.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/16 at 4:50 am

FOOTBALL

England striker and Arsenal target Jamie Vardy has agreed a new deal with Premier League champions Leicester.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/16 at 9:41 am

TENNIS

Two-time Grand Slam champion Victoria Azarenka has been ruled out of Wimbledon with a knee injury, the tournament organisers have announced.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/16 at 9:58 am

CRICKET

India have appointed former captain and leg spinner Anil Kumble as their new head coach on a one-year deal.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/16 at 2:27 pm

TENNIS

Play has been abandoned for the day at the final round of Wimbledon qualifying in Roehampton because of rain.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/16 at 10:24 am

CRICKET

Middlesex and England top-order batsman Nick Compton is taking an indefinite break from cricket. A club statement said that after "a challenging start to the season, both physically and mentally" it had been agreed for Compton to take time away.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/16 at 11:05 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray will face fellow Briton Liam Broady in the first round of Wimbledon, which starts on Monday. Former champion Murray has never played Broady, the world number 234 who has received a wildcard to the tournament.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/16 at 3:36 pm

CRICKET

Alex Hales and Jason Roy both scored centuries as England swept aside Sri Lanka to win the second one-day international by 10 wickets. The pair shared an England record ODI partnership as a target of 255 was chased with 95 balls to spare in front of a raucous Edgbaston crowd. Some excellent fielding and bowling, particularly from Adil Rashid (2-34), had restricted Sri Lanka to 254-7.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/16 at 4:35 am

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship fixtures for June 25th:

Switzerland v Poland

Wales v Northern Ireland

Croatia v Portugal

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/16 at 4:51 am

TENNIS

Britain's Marcus Willis, the world number 775, has qualified for the main draw at Wimbledon.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/16 at 5:53 am

RUGBY UNION

New Zealand 46-6 Wales

New Zealand stretched their winning run over Wales to 29 games in 63 years with a commanding performance in Dunedin. The tourists fought as hard as they had in losing the first two Tests, but the All Blacks were smarter in defence and sharper in attack to wrap up a 3-0 win.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/16 at 9:36 am

TENNIS

Slovak 12th seed Dominika Cibulkova overcame Karolina Pliskova and some windy on-court conditions to win Eastbourne's Aegon International.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/16 at 10:23 am

RUGBY UNION

England beat Australia 44-40 in final Test to complete series whitewash

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/16 at 11:25 am

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship Result

Switzerland 1-1 Poland (after extra time)

Poland win 5-4 on penalties

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/16 at 1:40 pm

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship Result

Wales 1-0 Northern Ireland

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/16 at 12:58 am

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship Results for June 25th:

Croatia 0-1 Portugal

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/16 at 1:00 am

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship Results for June 26th:

France 2-1 Rep. of Ireland

Germany 3-0 Slovakia

Hungary 0-4 Belgium

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/16 at 2:10 am

FOOTBALL

Lionel Messi announced his retirement from international duty after missing in a penalty shootout as Argentina lost a fourth major final in nine years.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/16 at 5:14 am

WIMBLEDON 2016

Top seed Novak Djokovic will begin the defence of his Wimbledon title when the tournament gets under way on Monday.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/16 at 5:44 am

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship fixtures for June 27th:

Italy v Spain

England v Iceland

Subject: Wimbledon 2016

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/16 at 10:14 am

WIMBLEDON 2016

Novak Djokovic beats James Ward in straight sets to progress to round two. A memorable debut for Briton Ward, who leaves the grass to huge applause.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/16 at 10:15 am

CRICKET

Essex will not replace injured New Zealand international fast bowler Adam Milne in their T20 Blast squad. The 24-year-old was scheduled to play seven group games, but will now undergo elbow surgery without making an appearance in the competition.

Subject: Wimbledon 2016

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/16 at 10:30 am

WIMBLEDON 2016

Five-time Wimbledon champion Venus Williams equalled the record number of appearances at a Grand Slam as she survived an early scare. The 36-year-old saved two set points when 6-5 down to Croatia's Donna Vekic in the first set before taking a tie-break, going on to win 7-6 (7-3) 6-4. The world number eight now has 71 Grand Slam appearances, equalling American Amy Frazier's record set in 2006.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/16 at 11:15 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Rugby league's longest-serving full-time referee Richard Silverwood has been suspended pending an investigation by the Rugby Football League.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/16 at 11:16 am

CRICKET

Alviro Petersen made his second County Championship century of the summer to spearhead a solid day's batting by Lancashire against Middlesex at Lord's. Petersen was still there at the close on 105, with captain Steven Croft on 34, as the Division One leaders ground out 298-3 from 96 overs in the day.

Subject: Wimbledon 2016

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/16 at 12:31 pm

WIMBLEDON 2016

Kyle Edmund was the first Briton to be knocked out on day one of Wimbledon after a straight-set defeat by France's Adrian Mannarino. The British number three, 21, lost 6-2 7-5 6-4 in two hours and two minutes to the world number 55.

Subject: European Championship 2016

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/16 at 1:37 pm

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship fixtures for June 27th:

Italy 2-0 Spain

Subject: Re: European Championship 2016

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/16 at 2:07 pm

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship

After 5 minutes of play, England are one goal up on Iceland. Wayne Rooney scores from the penalty spot.

Subject: Re: European Championship 2016

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/16 at 2:09 pm

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship

England 1-1 Iceland

Typically, Iceland score an equalizer straight away.

Subject: Re: European Championship 2016

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/16 at 2:23 pm

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship

England 1-2 Iceland

Sigthorsson scores for Iceland

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever! European Championship 2016

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/16 at 2:47 pm

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship

England 1-2 Iceland

Half Time

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever! Wimbledon 2016

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/16 at 2:49 pm

WIMBLEDON 2016

Sabine Lisicki wastes no time in winning her first game of the tournament as she hits four unanswered serves against Shelby Rogers in under a minute. The German went on to win her opening round match 6-1 6-3.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever! European Championship 2016

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/16 at 3:53 pm

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship

England 1-2 Iceland

Full Time

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/16 at 3:53 pm

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship

England 1-2 Iceland

Full Time
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Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/16 at 4:11 pm

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship

England 1-2 Iceland

Full Time
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Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/16 at 4:24 pm

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship

England 1-2 Iceland

Full Time
Roy Hodgson has resigned as England manager after his side's 2-1 defeat by Iceland saw them knocked out of Euro 2016.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Henk on 06/27/16 at 4:26 pm

Roy Hodgson has resigned as England manager after his side's 2-1 defeat by Iceland saw them knocked out of Euro 2016.

Really not much else left for him to do, was there?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/16 at 4:29 pm

Really not much else left for him to do, was there?
How resignations is it for today now?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/16 at 4:34 pm

Really not much else left for him to do, was there?
He can make his own way home!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/28/16 at 10:19 am

FOOTBALL

Gareth Southgate being favourite to succeed Roy Hodgson as England manager is "scary", says Harry Redknapp.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/28/16 at 10:32 am

WIMBLEDON 2016

Andy Murray beats Liam Broady 6-2 6-3 6-4, just before the rain starts.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/28/16 at 11:41 am

WIMBLEDON 2016

British wildcard Tara Moore reached the Wimbledon second round with her first victory at a Grand Slam.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever! European Championship 2016

Written By: Henk on 06/28/16 at 2:27 pm

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship

England 1-2 Iceland

Full Time

We were being ridiculed for being beaten twice by Iceland in the Euro 2016 qualifiers, but now of all teams in "our" qualifying group A, only Iceland are still in! (Just to put things in perspective)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/28/16 at 3:06 pm

We were being ridiculed for being beaten twice by Iceland in the Euro 2016 qualifiers, but now of all teams in "our" qualifying group A, only Iceland are still in! (Just to put things in perspective)
I can totally empathise with you, since after 1966 England have not won anything...

...a least we did not go out on penalties like we normally do.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/16 at 7:16 am

WIMBLEDON 2016

Seventeen-time Grand Slam champion Roger Federer and British number 23 Marcus Willis are from polar ends of the tennis world.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/16 at 9:55 am

FOOTBALL

Zlatan Ibrahimovic should complete his long-anticipated move to Manchester United by the end of the week.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/16 at 12:14 pm

WIMBLEDON 2016

Agnieszka Radwanska needed just an hour to reach the Wimbledon second round with victory over Kateryna Kozlova. The 27-year-old third seed from Poland beat Ukrainian Kozlova 6-2 6-1 under the Centre Court roof despite being broken once in the first set.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/16 at 12:31 pm

WIMBLEDON 2016

Seventeen-time Grand Slam champion Roger Federer and British number 23 Marcus Willis are from polar ends of the tennis world.
British qualifier Marcus Willis' remarkable Wimbledon run came to an end with defeat by seven-time champion Roger Federer on Centre Court. Willis, the world number 772 who came through six rounds of qualifying and the first-round proper, was beaten 6-0 6-3 6-4 in round two.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/16 at 4:10 pm

FOOTBALL

England Under-21 manager Gareth Southgate has no interest in succeeding Roy Hodgson as boss of the senior national team.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/16 at 4:54 am

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship fixtures for June 30th:

Poland v Portugal

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/16 at 7:51 am

WIMBLEDON 2016

Great Britain's Dan Evans will face Roger Federer in the third round at Wimbledon after beating Ukrainian 30th seed Alexandr Dolgopolov.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/16 at 10:56 am

CRICKET

Jason Roy did not know how close he was to breaking the record for the highest score by an England batsman in a one-day international. Roy was bowled for 162 in England's series-clinching win over Sri Lanka, five short of the 167 not out made by Robin Smith against Australia in 1993.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/16 at 12:15 pm

WIMBLEDON 2016

Andy Murray beat the in-form Yen-Hsun Lu in straight sets to reach the third round at Wimbledon. The British number one came through 6-3 6-2 6-1 on Centre Court and goes on to face Australia's John Millman, who beat French 26th seed Benoit Paire.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/16 at 1:24 pm

OLYMPICS/TENNIS

Colin Fleming will join Andy and Jamie Murray as one of three Scots playing doubles at the Olympics.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/16 at 2:34 am

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship result for June 30th:

Poland 1-1 Portugal
(after extra time)
Portugal win 5-3 on penalties

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/16 at 2:35 am

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship fixture for July 1st:

Wales v Belgium

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Henk on 07/02/16 at 2:05 am

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship fixture for July 1st:

Wales v Belgium

FULL TIME RESULT

Wales 3 - 1 Belgium

Well, there's another shocker. Who'd have thought that Wales would go all the way to the semi-finals?

(Watching Belgium play...yep: we've been there, and done that. Probably not a good idea to take the Netherlands as an example these days!)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Henk on 07/03/16 at 3:55 am

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship result for July 2nd:

Germany 1 - 1 Italy (AET)

Germany win 6 - 5 after penalties

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Henk on 07/05/16 at 1:35 pm

FOOTBALL

UEFA European Championship result from July 3rd:

France 5 - 2 Iceland

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/16 at 1:07 am

GOLF

Rory McIlroy lies nine shots off the lead after carding a four-over-par 74 in the first round of the US PGA Championship at Baltusrol.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/16 at 4:51 am

TENNIS

British number one Johanna Konta reached the Rogers Cup quarter-finals with a 6-3 6-2 win over American Varvara Lepchenko in Montreal.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/16 at 10:44 pm

GOLF

Rory McIlroy missed the halfway cut at the US PGA Championship for the first time in his career as Robert Streb and Jimmy Walker lead at Baltusrol.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/16 at 10:49 pm

CRICKET

Worcestershire all-rounder Brett D'Oliveira has signed a new three-year deal, tying him to New Road until 2019. D'Oliveira is the third generation of his family to play for the county, following in the footsteps of his late father, Damian D'Oliveira, who went on to become the county's assistant coach, and his grandfather, former England all-rounder Basil D'Oliveira.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/16 at 4:37 am

TENNIS

Frenchman Gael Monfils beat Canadian Milos Raonic in straight sets on Friday to set up a Rogers Cup semi-final with world number one Novak Djokovic.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/16 at 6:18 am

CRICKET

Sri Lanka beat Australia by 106 runs in Pallekele to claim only their second Test victory over the tourists, who set a world record in defeat.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/16 at 7:16 am

CRICKET

Sri Lanka beat Australia by 106 runs in Pallekele to claim only their second Test victory over the tourists, who set a world record in defeat.
Chasing 268 for victory in the first Test, Australia were all out for 161, their innings including a record 154 consecutive deliveries without a run.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 07/30/16 at 6:53 pm

WNBA season 2016 has started... I wonder if anyone is following that??

I kinda follow the WNBA. Even though I don't watch any of the games.

Cool.

Nor do I watch 'em, but I do take note of some of the scores as they flash on the ESPN bottomline.

At this point, I notice that the L.A. Sparks have the best record (at the moment).

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/16 at 12:50 am

WOMEN'S GOLF

Ariya Jutanugarn became Thailand's first major champion after holding off the challenge of Mirim Lee to win the British Open by three shots at Woburn.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/16 at 4:03 am

GOLF

American Jimmy Walker won his first major with a one-shot victory at the US PGA Championship at Baltusrol.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/02/16 at 11:56 pm

FOOTBALL

Wayne Rooney's testimonial match between Manchester United and Everton on Wednesday will make history as the first ever game between Premier League teams to be streamed live on Facebook.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 08/03/16 at 1:04 am

GOLF

American Jimmy Walker won his first major with a one-shot victory at the US PGA Championship at Baltusrol.

Incidentally, I was just watching it on the Golf Channel the other day. Congratulations to him. O0

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/03/16 at 5:21 am

TENNIS

Britain's Dan Evans lost 6-2 6-7 (2-7) 7-6 (7-4) to Yoshihito Nishioka of Japan in the first round at the Atlanta Open.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/10/16 at 4:04 am

BOXING

Former eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao has admitted money is the reason for his return to the ring. He was elected to the Senate of the Philippines in May but is coming out of retirement to fight welterweight champion Jessie Vargas in November.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/12/16 at 6:15 am

CRICKET

Moeen Ali's fine century helped England recover to post 328 on an entertaining opening day in the final Test against Pakistan at The Oval.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/20/16 at 3:59 am

CRICKET

Kent have signed South Africa bowler Hardus Viljoen for the final four games of the County Championship season.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/16 at 6:10 am

CRICKET

Northants won the T20 Blast for the second time as brilliant batting by Josh Cobb steered them to a four-wicket victory over Durham at Edgbaston.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/16 at 11:51 pm

CRICKET

England bowler Stuart Broad will play in the Big Bash Twenty20 competition in Australia for Hobart Hurricanes this winter.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/16 at 3:38 am

TENNIS

Olympic champion Andy Murray's career-best unbeaten run ended at 22 matches with a 6-4 7-5 defeat by Marin Cilic in the Cincinnati Masters final.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/16 at 5:26 am

GOLF

Golf made a triumphant return to the Olympics at Rio following a 112-year absence and the sport's bosses are confident it has done enough to secure its Olympic status beyond the Tokyo 2020.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/16 at 9:52 pm

Four sponsors have dropped disgraced US Olympic swimmer Ryan Lochte, including swimwear manufacturer Speedo and fashion label Ralph Lauren.
They were followed by announcements from skin care firm Syneron-Candela and Japanese mattress maker Airweave.
It comes after Lochte lied about being robbed at gunpoint by a policeman after a night out during the Rio Olympics.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/16 at 11:21 pm

CRICKET

England one-day captain Eoin Morgan said no player will be forced to tour Bangladesh in the light of security concerns in the country. The England and Wales Cricket Board sent representatives to Bangladesh to assess travel safety. The squad will meet them on Thursday, before flying out on 30 September for two Tests and three one-day matches.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 08/24/16 at 12:16 pm

NFL season: The preseason has already started. I know that local fans (where I am) are glad to see the Rams back, after the team was in St. Louis for the past 22 years.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/24/16 at 1:00 pm

NFL season: The preseason has already started. I know that local fans (where I am) are glad to see the Rams back, after the team was in St. Louis for the past 22 years.

The preseason already started almost two weeks ago.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 08/24/16 at 2:19 pm

The preseason already started almost two weeks ago.

Yes, it did. I just hadn't mentioned anything about it yet; I've been too busy with other stuff.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/24/16 at 2:26 pm

Yes, it did. I just hadn't mentioned anything about it yet; I've been too busy with other stuff.

I could've mention it, but I really didn't care about the NFL that much. Despite being a fan of the Baltimore Ravens.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/24/16 at 10:24 pm

CYCLING

Britain's Chris Froome remains third in the Vuelta a Espana after a late crash caused chaos on Wednesday's stage five.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/24/16 at 10:25 pm

IRISH FOOTBALL

Robbie Keane has announced that the Republic of Ireland's friendly against Oman in Dublin on 31 August will be his last international.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/16 at 3:40 am

United States goalkeeper Hope Solo has been suspended for six months by US Soccer for describing Olympic opponents Sweden as "a bunch of cowards".

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Written By: nally on 08/25/16 at 11:01 am

I could've mention it, but I really didn't care about the NFL that much. Despite being a fan of the Baltimore Ravens.

I'm not really into the NFL that much either. Mainly due to L.A. not having a franchise for the past 22 years. Even when the Rams were in L.A. through 1994, I didn't follow football all that much.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/25/16 at 4:07 pm

I'm not really into the NFL that much either. Mainly due to L.A. not having a franchise for the past 22 years. Even when the Rams were in L.A. through 1994, I didn't follow football all that much.

Same with me. Although, I do have the Jets and Giants in New York (despite playing in New Jersey), I'm not a big fan of either of them. I don't even see the hype over the NFL that much.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/16 at 9:56 pm

CRICKET

Worcestershire have signed West Indies fast bowler Miguel Cummins for their final three County Championship matches, to stand in for Kyle Abbott.

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Written By: nally on 08/25/16 at 11:31 pm

Same with me. Although, I do have the Jets and Giants in New York (despite playing in New Jersey), I'm not a big fan of either of them. I don't even see the hype over the NFL that much.

I'm with you there. I had even thought about starting a thread for the NFL season, but I'm not sure how much traffic it might generate...although I'm sure we do have some football fans here.

Also, even though the Rams are back in L.A. and are technically my "local team" now, I'm still not really into it, and not sure if I ever will be.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/26/16 at 9:42 pm

TENNIS

Olympic champion Andy Murray will meet Czech Lukas Rosol in the first round of the US Open, which starts on Monday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/16 at 7:42 pm

GOLF

Rickie Fowler shot a three-under 68 to lead by one from fellow American Patrick Reed after three rounds of The Barclays tournament in New York.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/16 at 6:00 am

CRICKET

England produced another polished display to beat Pakistan at Lord's and take a 2-0 lead in the one-day series. Having won easily at the Ageas Bowl on Wednesday, England reduced the tourists to 2-3 courtesy of impressive new-ball spells from Mark Wood and Chris Woakes.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/16 at 8:44 am

TENNIS

Johanna Konta can break into the world top 10 by the end of this season, according to Greg Rusedski. Great Britain's Konta, 25, is seeded 13th for next week's US Open and faces USA's Bethanie Mattek-Sands in the first round at Flushing Meadows

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/16 at 6:31 pm

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton recovered from the back row of the grid to finish third at the Belgian Grand Prix as Mercedes team-mate Nico Rosberg won a dramatic race. The German's victory from pole position in a race punctuated by a violent crash for Renault's Kevin Magnussen reduces his points deficit to Hamilton to nine. Magnussen was taken to hospital with an injury to his left ankle after a huge crash at 180mph at Raidillon. Red Bull's Daniel Ricciardo was second, holding off a late Hamilton charge.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/29/16 at 6:43 am

CRICKET

Yorkshire coach Jason Gillespie will leave his role at the end of the season, the county have confirmed.

The 41-year-old, who led Yorkshire from the second division to consecutive County Championship titles, is returning to his native Australia.

Yorkshire will wait to appoint the successor to Gillespie - who took over in 2011 - after the season ends.

"Jason feels the close season is an appropriate time to part company," a Yorkshire statement said.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/16 at 12:46 am

CRICKET

England posted the highest ever one-day international total as they beat Pakistan by 169 runs at Trent Bridge to secure a series victory.

Alex Hales struck a record 171 and Jos Buttler made England's fastest ever 50 from 22 balls as England hit 444-3.

This surpassed the 443-9 posted by Sri Lanka against the Netherlands in 2006.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/16 at 4:36 am

TENNIS

Second seed Andy Murray beat Lukas Rosol in the US Open night session to become the fifth British player to reach the second round in New York.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/16 at 9:35 pm

TENNIS

French Open champion Garbine Muguruza and Wimbledon finalist Milos Raonic made shock exits in the second round of the US Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/16 at 5:12 am

NFL players James Harrison, Clay Matthews and Julius Peppers have been cleared of any link to performance-enhancing drugs following claims made in a television documentary last year.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/16 at 5:14 am

CRICKET

Former West Indies fast bowler Courtney Walsh has agreed to become Bangladesh's bowling coach on a three-year deal.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/16 at 7:26 am

FORMULA 1

Williams driver Felipe Massa will retire from Formula 1 at the end of the season. The 35-year-old announced his decision to end a 14-year career in the sport on the eve of the Italian Grand Prix.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/16 at 9:30 pm

TENNIS

Andy Murray beat Spain's Marcel Granollers to reach the third round of the US Open as rain hammered down on the new roof above Arthur Ashe Stadium.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/16 at 10:55 pm

GOLF

Defending champion Danny Willett carded a five-under-par 65 to sit a shot behind the leaders after the opening round of the European Masters.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/02/16 at 5:10 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

Fifa president Gianni Infantino said "football history" was made after video replays were used for the first time in an international match during France's 3-1 friendly win over Italy. Video was used when Italy appealed for a penalty after a perceived handball in the box by defender Layvin Kurzawa. Referee Bjorn Kuipers stopped play while TV replays were consulted and it was decided not to award a spot-kick. Infantino hopes the technology will be used at the 2018 World Cup in Russia.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/02/16 at 7:44 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

Sierra Leone will qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations for the first time in 20 years if they beat Ivory Coast on Saturday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/02/16 at 10:52 pm

TENNIS

Britain's Kyle Edmund set up a US Open showdown with Novak Djokovic by beating John Isner to reach the fourth round of a Grand Slam for the first time.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/16 at 2:13 am

CYCLING

Britain's Chris Froome continues to trail leader Nairo Quintana by 54 seconds after Valerio Conti broke clear to win stage 13 of the Vuelta a Espana.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/16 at 6:16 am

TENNIS

Britain's Dan Evans and Andy Murray will seek to make it four Britons in the last 16 of the US Open when they compete in the third round on Saturday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/16 at 5:03 pm

TENNIS

Serena Williams powered to a record 307th Grand Slam match win to reach the fourth round of the US Open. The world number one moved ahead of Martina Navratilova for most match wins in a major by a woman, and tied Roger Federer's mark for men with a 6-2 6-1 victory over Sweden's Johanna Larsson.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/16 at 8:13 pm

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray reached the fourth round of the US Open despite an error-strewn display against 34-year-old Italian journeyman Paolo Lorenzi. Murray made 47 errors in the first two sets before winning 7-6 (7-4) 5-7 6-2 6-3 against the world number 40. The Olympic champion, 29, now faces Grigor Dimitrov in the last 16.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/16 at 10:17 pm

TENNIS

Dan Evans failed to take a match point as he lost a five-set thriller to third seed Stan Wawrinka at the US Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/16 at 10:18 pm

TENNIS

World number two Andy Murray beat 34-year-old world number 40 Paolo Lorenzi 7-6 (7-4) 5-7 6-2 6-3.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/16 at 6:20 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton's fifth career pole at Monza is equal highest with Juan Manuel Fangio and Ayrton Senna.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/16 at 7:49 am

CRICKET

Middlesex had their lead at the top of Division One cut to four points after rain meant they had to settle for a draw with Warwickshire at Edgbaston. Persistent rain saw an early lunch taken in Birmingham at 12:30 BST. Following a pitch inspection, play began at 15:45 BST with 36 overs to be bowled on the final day.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/16 at 6:19 pm

TENNIS

British number one Johanna Konta has been knocked out of the US Open in the last 16 by Anastasija Sevastova. The 13th seed lost 6-4 7-5 against the Latvian world number 48.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/16 at 7:51 pm

FORMULA 1

Nico Rosberg cut Lewis Hamilton's championship lead to just two points with victory in the Italian Grand Prix. Hamilton lost what had looked set to be a certain win with a poor start after he had taken pole position with a scintillating performance on Saturday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/16 at 4:17 am

TENNIS

Kyle Edmund's run at the US Open came to an end as world number one Novak Djokovic showed he is back to his best with a 6-2 6-1 6-4 fourth-round win.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/16 at 4:20 am

BOXING

Tyson Fury's management team have postponed a press conference scheduled for today. The 28-year-old is expected to have a world heavyweight title re-match with Wladimir Klitschko in Manchester next month.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/16 at 7:12 am

RUGBY UNION

As reported earlier, London Welsh, have successfully avoided a High Court winding-up order from Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs. Mr Registrar Briggs, sitting in the bankruptcy and companies division of the High Court in London, took just moments to dismiss the winding-up petition after hearing that the debt owed to HMRC had been paid. The amount owed was not disclosed in court.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/16 at 8:07 am

BOXING

Britain's Kell Brook aims to emulate Sugar Ray Leonard when he challenges middleweight king Gennady Golovkin at London's O2 on Saturday. Brook, the IBF welterweight champion, is jumping two weight divisions to take on unbeaten knockout artist Golovkin. Welterweight great Leonard came out of retirement in 1987 to beat world middleweight champion Marvin Hagler.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/16 at 11:35 pm

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray dropped only five games as he thrashed Bulgarian 22nd seed Grigor Dimitrov to reach the quarter-finals at the US Open. Murray, the second seed, won 6-1 6-2 6-2 and goes on to face Japanese sixth seed Kei Nishikori in the last eight.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/16 at 11:35 pm

TENNIS

World number one Serena Williams set a new Grand Slam record of 308 victories with a win over Yaroslava Shvedova of Kazakhstan at the US Open in New York.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/06/16 at 12:51 am

GOLF

Rory McIlroy won the Deutsche Bank Championship to claim his first PGA Tour title for 16 months. The Northern Irishman started six shots behind overnight leader Paul Casey, but seven birdies in a six-under-par 65 saw him finish two shots clear at 15 under. England's Casey, 39, missed an eagle putt on the final hole at TPC Boston that would have forced a play-off.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/06/16 at 3:27 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

El Salvador's national football team say they have refused a bribe to fix Tuesday's World Cup 2018 qualifying game against Canada. At a news conference, the team members played an audio recording of the person allegedly making the bribe. Canada must beat El Salvador in Vancouver and hope Mexico defeat Honduras in the final round of Group A games to stand a chance of progressing. El Salvador cannot progress to the final round of qualifying.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/06/16 at 6:04 am

CRICKET

Former England coach Peter Moores has been appointed as Nottinghamshire head coach on a three-year contract. Moores, 53, who has been a coaching consultant at Trent Bridge since July 2015, will work alongside current director of cricket Mick Newell.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/06/16 at 6:55 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

Euro 2016 finalists France open their World Cup qualifying campaign away to Belarus later today. Manchester United's Paul Pogba and Anthony Martial are in Didier Deschamps' squad, alongside fellow Premier League players N'Golo Kante, Moussa Sissoko, Olivier Giroud and Laurent Koscielny. The match in the Borisov Arena kicks off at 19:45 BST.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/06/16 at 7:24 am

FORMULA 1

As the US-based group Liberty Media gets closer to a deal for Formula One, what will this mean for one of the sport's most well-known administrative figures? Bernie Ecclestone, 85, has dominated the arena for 40 years but will this takeover of the sport's commercial arm spell the end of his tenure?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/06/16 at 9:23 pm

TENNIS

Marcus Rashford scored a hat-trick on his England Under-21 debut as they thrashed Norway in a European Under-21 Championship qualifier.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/06/16 at 9:28 pm

CRICKET

Jake Ball took a hat-trick as Division One leaders Middlesex collapsed to 0-3 in the first over of their reply to Notts' 241 all out at Trent Bridge.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/16 at 12:08 am

TENNIS

Defending champion Novak Djokovic reached the US Open semi-finals after Jo-Wilfried Tsonga became his third opponent unable to complete a match. The Serb, 29, led 6-3 6-2 on Arthur Ashe Stadium when French ninth seed Tsonga retired with a left knee injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/16 at 3:45 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

Switzerland beat European champions Portugal 2-0 in their opening World Cup 2018 Group B qualifier on Tuesday. Breel Embolo and Ahmed Mehmedi scored first-half goals for the hosts, who had Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka sent off in stoppage time. Portugal were missing Cristiano Ronaldo, with the Real Madrid forward injured since July's Euro 2016 final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/16 at 3:52 am

CRICKET

Australia have set a new record score in Twenty20 international cricket, hitting 263-3 against Sri Lanka in Pallekele. The total beat the 260 set by Sri Lanka against Kenya in 2007. All-rounder Glenn Maxwell hit 145 not out from just 65 balls.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/16 at 6:39 am

RUGBY UNION

Warren Gatland has been named British and Irish Lions coach for the second time and will lead them on the 2017 tour of New Zealand.

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Written By: nally on 09/08/16 at 7:11 pm

NFL (American football) 2016 season kicks off tonight, with Carolina Panthers at Denver Broncos.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/08/16 at 7:34 pm

TENNIS

Britain's Andy Murray said he had "not let anyone down" after losing to Japan's Kei Nishikori in the US Open quarter-finals. Sixth seed Nishikori won 1-6 6-4 4-6 6-1 7-5 to inflict an earliest Grand Slam defeat of the season on Murray.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/08/16 at 10:55 pm

TENNIS

Czech 10th seed Karolina Pliskova outplayed Serena Williams to reach the US Open final and end the American's reign as world number one. Williams, 34, double-faulted on match point to lose 6-2 7-6 (7-5), and Pliskova will face German second seed Angelique Kerber in the final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/16 at 2:28 am

GOLF

England's Paul Casey is three shots off the BMW Championship first-round lead with eight holes still to play after rain stopped play on Thursday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/16 at 6:19 am

TENNIS

US Open finalist Angelique Kerber says that being able to call herself the new world number one "sounds amazing". Kerber, 28, beat Caroline Wozniacki in her semi-final as current number one Serena Williams lost against Karolina Pliskova to end 186 weeks at the top.

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Written By: nally on 09/09/16 at 11:23 am

NFL (American football) 2016 season kicks off tonight, with Carolina Panthers at Denver Broncos.

...and the Broncos won the game by 1 point, 21-20.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/16 at 6:08 pm

CRICKET

Middlesex maintained their bid for a first County Championship title since 1993 and relegated Nottinghamshire with a five-wicket win at Trent Bridge.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/16 at 6:13 pm

CRICKET

Middlesex maintained their bid for a first County Championship title since 1993 and relegated Nottinghamshire with a five-wicket win at Trent Bridge.
Victory for Middlesex maintained their unbeaten record in four-day cricket in 2016, although second-placed Yorkshire's 23-point win over Durham reduced Middlesex's lead at the top by three points.

Somerset, winners inside three days over Warwickshire this week, are 22 points behind Middlesex in third.

Middlesex play Lancashire at Old Trafford next week, while Yorkshire entertain Somerset at Headingley.

Middlesex meet Yorkshire at Lord's in a potential title decider starting on Tuesday, 20 September.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/16 at 8:24 pm

TENNIS

Defending champion Novak Djokovic saw off Gael Monfils in a bizarre match of fluctuating fortunes to reach his seventh US Open final in New York. The Serb beat French 10th seed Monfils 6-3 6-2 3-6 6-2 and will face Stan Wawrinka or Kei Nishikori in the final. Djokovic, 29, had treatment on both shoulders, while Monfils could barely move at times in punishing conditions.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/16 at 10:50 pm

HORSE RACING

Jockey Kieren Fox escaped unhurt when he fell from his horse in a bizarre incident involving a golf ball during a race at Sandown.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/16 at 2:25 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Cristiano Ronaldo will play his first game since getting injured in the Euro 2016 final when Real Madrid entertain Osasuna in La Liga on Saturday. Forward Ronaldo, 31, has missed Real's first three competitive games of the season with a damaged knee.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/16 at 6:46 am

GOLF

Dustin Johnson carded a course record nine-under-par 63 to share the lead after two rounds of the BMW Championship in Carmel, Indiana.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/16 at 1:27 am

TENNIS

Germany's Angelique Kerber backed up her status as the new world number one with a thrilling win over Czech Karolina Pliskova in the US Open final. Kerber, 28, won 6-3 4-6 6-4 in New York to add the US Open to her victory at the Australian Open in January.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/16 at 3:27 am

RUGBY UNION

New Zealand put on a second-half masterclass to beat Argentina 57-22 in the Rugby Championship in Hamilton.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/16 at 3:31 am

TENNIS

Defending champion Novak Djokovic will take on third seed Stan Wawrinka in the US Open final after both men won semi-finals in punishing conditions.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/16 at 6:28 am

GOLF

England's Paul Casey is second, three shots behind leader Dustin Johnson, after three rounds of the BMW Championship in Carmel, Indiana.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/16 at 7:52 am

CRICKET

Middlesex batsman Nick Compton says it is "nice to contribute again" after helping the side to a win which kept them top of the County Championship. The 33-year-old scored a crucial 63 in the second innings of the five-wicket victory over Nottinghamshire on Friday, following a first-innings' duck. England opener Compton had a two-month break from the game earlier this summer in order to "refresh and recharge". I was proud of the way I managed to hold things together," he said.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/16 at 6:30 pm

CRICKET

England one-day captain Eoin Morgan and opening batsman Alex Hales have opted out of October's tour of Bangladesh because of security concerns. No international side has toured Bangladesh since 20 people were killed in a siege at a cafe in Dhaka in July. The ECB said in August that the three one-day internationals and two Tests would go ahead after a security review. Jos Buttler will captain the one-day side, with the one-day and Test squads to be named on Friday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/16 at 7:36 pm

GOLF

Dustin Johnson held off the challenge of England's Paul Casey to win the BMW Championship in Carmel, Indiana. American Johnson recovered from letting slip his three-shot overnight lead to card a five-under par 67 and finish on 23 under. Casey, who also went round in 67, was three shots back, with American Roberto Castro third on 17 under.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/16 at 8:08 pm

TENNIS

Switzerland's Stan Wawrinka beat world number one Novak Djokovic with a scintillating display to win his first US Open and third Grand Slam title. Wawrinka, seeded third, won 6-7 (1-7) 6-4 7-5 6-3 to add the US title to those he had already won in Australia and France over the last two years.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/16 at 3:59 am

CYCLING

Colombia's Nairo Quintana won the Vuelta a Espana as Britain's Chris Froome finished second. Movistar rider Quintana, 26, finished in the bunch in Sunday's final stage to maintain his lead of one minute 23 seconds over Team Sky's Froome.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/16 at 7:17 pm

GOLF

Fourteen-time major winner Tiger Woods hopes to return to action in October after more than a year out with injury. The American has twice had back surgery since his last appearance, at the Wyndham Championship in August 2015. The former world number one, now ranked 711, aims to play in the Safeway Open in California, starting on 13 October.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/16 at 8:19 pm

CRICKET

Somerset dented Yorkshire's bid for a third consecutive County Championship title and boosted their own hopes of a first county crown by bowling out the hosts for 145 on day one at Headingley.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/16 at 3:04 am

SWIMMING

Disgraced US Olympic swimmer Ryan Lochte says he feels ``a little hurt'' after two men were arrested for allegedly rushing the stage following his performance on Dancing with the Stars (US version of Strictly Come Dancing). The two men, wearing anti-Lochte T-shirts, were arrested on suspicion of criminal trespassing, Los Angeles police spokesman Officer Mike Lopez said. The six-time Olympic gold medallist has been banned for 10 months after falsely claiming he was robbed at gunpoint during the Rio Olympic Games.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/16 at 5:31 am

TENNIS

Maria Sharapova will find out in the first week of October if her two-year doping ban will be overturned, says the Court of Arbitration for Sport. The five-time Grand Slam winner was banned by the International Tennis Federation after testing positive for meldonium at the 2016 Australian Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/16 at 8:04 am

CRICKET

Scott Borthwick has rejected a contract extension from Durham and will join Surrey at the end of the season. The 26-year-old all-rounder has agreed a three-year contract at The Oval.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/16 at 4:05 pm

The World Anti-Doping Agency (Wada) has condemned Russian hackers for leaking confidential medical files of US Olympic athletes.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/16 at 4:42 pm

CRICKET

West Indies have announced Phil Simmons' departure as coach five months after their World T20 title triumph.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/14/16 at 2:13 am

CRICKET

Essex sealed promotion to Division One on day two against Glamorgan, as captain Ryan ten Doeschate hit his fourth hundred of the season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/14/16 at 7:15 pm

RUGBY UNION

The British and Irish Lions have a "great chance" of beating a New Zealand side with "definite weaknesses", says England head coach Eddie Jones.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/16 at 2:00 am

Hackers allegedly from Russia have released more athletes' medical files stolen from the World Anti-Doping Agency (Wada). The athletes include British cyclists Sir Bradley Wiggins, who won a gold medal in Rio, and Chris Froome, the three-time Tour de France champion. There is no suggestion the athletes are involved in any wrongdoing. Wada says the cyber attack is an attempt to undermine the global anti-doping system.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/16 at 2:14 am

CRICKET

Former England batsman Graeme Hick has signed a deal to become Australia's batting coach until March 2020.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/16 at 6:23 am

CRICKET

Surrey wicketkeeper-batsman Steven Davies will join Somerset on an three-year deal from next season after he rejected a new contract at The Oval.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/16 at 7:21 pm

TENNIS

Andy Murray will take on former US Open champion Juan Martin del Potro in the opening match of defending champions Great Britain's Davis Cup semi-final against Argentina in Glasgow on Friday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/16 at 9:28 pm

Former Formula 1 driver Alex Zanardi won a Paralympic gold medal on the eve of the 15-year anniversary of when he lost his legs in a motorsport crash.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/16 at 9:42 pm

IRISH FOOTBALL

Dundalk made history as a late equaliser saw them hold AZ Alkmaar in the Europa League to become the first Irish team to pick up a European point.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/16 at 7:51 pm

CRICKET

Teenager Haseeb Hameed is one of three uncapped players in England's Test squad for the tour of Bangladesh. The Lancashire opener, 19, is joined in a 17-man party by Northamptonshire batsman Ben Duckett and Surrey all-rounder Zafar Ansari. Surrey off-spinner Gareth Batty, who turns 39 in October, is also included, 11 years after playing his last Test.

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TENNIS

Great Britain's Davis Cup defence is hanging by a thread after Juan Martin del Potro beat Andy Murray to set Argentina on their way to a 2-0 lead on day one of the semi-final in Glasgow. Del Potro won 6-4 5-7 6-7 (5-7) 6-3 6-4 after five hours and seven minutes, before Guido Pella saw off Kyle Edmund 6-7 (5-7) 6-4 6-3 6-2.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/17/16 at 1:47 am

CRICKET

Middlesex will need to win their final match against Yorkshire to guarantee a first County Championship title since 1993 after drawing with Lancashire.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/17/16 at 5:11 am

CRICKET

Warwickshire and Surrey have met once before in a Lord's one-day final, in 1982, when the Bears were put in, bowled out for 159 and Surrey won by nine wickets with more than 26 overs to spare.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/17/16 at 8:56 am

GOLF

England's Chris Paisley leads the rain-delayed Italian Open by one shot after carding an eight-under-par 63 in the second round in Monza. Danny Willett is one stroke behind following a round of 64, with another Englishman, Chris Hanson, on 11 under. Defending champion Rikard Karlberg of Sweden, who went round in 67, is tied for third with Hanson (65) and American Daniel Im (64) at Golf Club Milano.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/17/16 at 5:37 pm

TENNIS

Andy and Jamie Murray kept alive Great Britain's hopes of retaining the Davis Cup with a four-set win over Argentina in the semi-final doubles. The Scottish brothers beat Juan Martin del Potro and Leonardo Mayer 6-1 3-6 6-4 6-4 to cut Argentina's lead to 2-1 in the best-of-five tie in Glasgow.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/17/16 at 5:54 pm

CRICKET

Warwickshire made short work of claiming the ninth Lord's triumph in their history with an eight-wicket One-Day Cup final destruction of Surrey. Surrey were bowled out by the Bears for just 136 as they suffered a second successive Lord's cup final defeat.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/17/16 at 10:00 pm

FORMULA 1

Nico Rosberg took a stunning pole position at the Singapore Grand Prix as Lewis Hamilton was demoted to third by Red Bull's Daniel Ricciardo.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/16 at 4:43 am

BOXING

Great Britain's Liam Smith lost his WBO light-middleweight title to Mexican Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez in Dallas. Alvarez, 26, won with a ninth-round knockout as Smith, who had also been floored in the seventh, failed to beat the count following a body punch.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/16 at 8:49 pm

TRIATHLON

Jonny Brownlee's bid to win the World Triathlon Series ended in dramatic fashion at the final race. He was leading with 700m left on the run but started to struggle, weaving around the road as his legs seized up. Older brother Alistair caught up and helped him finish second in Mexico, with Jonny then collapsing and being taken away for medical attention while a protest was lodged. Spain's Mario Mola took the overall title after finishing fifth on Sunday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/16 at 9:34 pm

CRICKET

Yorkshire have expressed "disappointment" after the England & Wales Cricket Board (ECB) refused their request to field Jonny Bairstow in this week's Country Championship decider. While a club statement says the wicketkeeper-batsman "wanted to play", captain Andrew Gale confirmed spinner Adil Rashid has asked to be rested. Yorkshire face leaders Middlesex in their final match, starting on Tuesday. Bairstow and Rashid are in England's squad to tour Bangladesh in October.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/16 at 11:03 pm

TENNIS

Argentina saw off a thrilling comeback from defending champions Great Britain to win their semi-final 3-2 and clinch a place in the Davis Cup final. Britain had trailed 2-0 after the first day in Glasgow, but doubles victory on Saturday was followed by a singles win for Andy Murray on Sunday. Dan Evans won the first set of the deciding match but Leonardo Mayer fought back to win 4-6 6-3 6-2 6-4. Argentina will travel to Croatia for the final in November.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/16 at 11:06 pm

GOLF

Francesco Molinari carded a six-under-par final round to beat Masters champion Danny Willett to the Italian Open title by a single shot in Monza.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/16 at 12:11 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Real Madrid beat Espanyol (0-2) for a record-equalling 16th consecutive win in Spain's top division and moved three points clear at the top of La Liga.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/16 at 8:06 am

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/16 at 6:38 pm

RUGBY UNION

Saracens and England winger Chris Ashton is facing another lengthy ban after being charged with biting Northampton prop Alex Waller.
Ashton, 29, was banned for 10 weeks last season for gouging.
He has been charged with two acts of biting and will appear before a Rugby Football Union disciplinary panel on Tuesday.
Ashton is alleged to have bitten Waller twice during his side's 27-12 Premiership victory at Allianz Park.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/16 at 7:43 pm

Olympic gold medallists Mo Farah, Helen Glover and Justin Rose are among the latest British athletes to have medical files made public by hackers.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/16 at 5:40 am

Sri Lanka bowler Nuwan Kulasekara has been released on bail after he was involved in a crash in which a motorcyclist died. Sri Lanka's cricket board said preliminary investigations suggested the motorcyclist was "flung into Mr Kulasekara's path" when he lost control while trying to overtake a bus.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/16 at 6:00 pm

ATHLETICS

Former world 100m champion Tyson Gay will take part in this week's USA Bobsled National Push Championships. Gay, 34, tested positive for steroids at the US Athletics Championships in 2013 and served a one-year ban, with his results back to July 2012 annulled. He and his American team-mates were stripped of the 4x100m relay silver medal they won at London 2012.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/16 at 12:54 am

CRICKET

A group of England cricketers have donated £25,000 towards a fundraising effort for the British Heart Foundation, in support of former England batsman James Taylor. The players, including Test captain Alastair Cook, made the contribution to a fund organised by Taylor's partner Josephine Naylor and her siblings. Batsman Taylor, 26, was forced to retire from all cricket in April because of a serious heart condition. The fund's initial target was £3,000.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/16 at 4:33 pm

OLYMPICS

Rome is set to drop its bid to host the Olympic Games in 2024, after its anti-establishment mayor said it would be "irresponsible" to be a candidate.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/16 at 6:49 pm

Major League Baseball says it held "a very good meeting" with Mayor of London Sadiq Khan about playing matches in the capital. The sport's commissioner Rob Manfred met Khan on Sunday but no deal was agreed about which teams would play, a spokesperson told BBC Sport. It comes after Khan revealed talks were under way with MLB and the New York Mets to play matches at London Stadium.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/16 at 9:46 pm

Two Mongolian wrestling coaches who stripped in protest at a judges' decision during the Rio Olympics have been suspended for three years. Tserenbaatar Tsogbayar and Byambarinchen Bayaraa protested after officials ruled against Ganzorigiin Mandakhnaran in the bronze-medal match. The pair have been banned by United World Wrestling from all international competition until August 2019. Mongolia's national body has also been fined 50,000 Swiss francs (£39,324).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/16 at 11:10 pm

Major League Baseball says it held "a very good meeting" with Mayor of London Sadiq Khan about playing matches in the capital. The sport's commissioner Rob Manfred met Khan on Sunday but no deal was agreed about which teams would play, a spokesperson told BBC Sport. It comes after Khan revealed talks were under way with MLB and the New York Mets to play matches at London Stadium.
Now that is something I would like to see.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/16 at 12:53 am

BOXING

Retired boxer Floyd Mayweather has ruled out a bout with mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter Conor McGregor.
The American five-weight world champion, 39, said earlier this year he would want $100m (£69.3m) to fight the 28-year-old Irish UFC star.
"I tried to make the fight happen but we able to, so we must move on." Mayweather told FightHype.com.
"I feel honoured to be the biggest name in MMA and in boxing, and I don't even compete no more."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/16 at 2:14 am

CRICKET

Tim Bresnan and Andrew Hodd shared a vital century stand to give Yorkshire hope of a first-innings lead against leaders Middlesex at Lord's.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/16 at 2:37 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Barcelona failed to narrow the gap on league leaders Real Madrid as they were held by title rivals Atletico Madrid.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/16 at 3:37 am

CRICKET

The Professional Cricketers' Association have nominated Northants' Ben Duckett, Durham's Keaton Jennings, Warwickshire's Jeetan Patel and Essex's Graham Napier for Player of the Year. Batsman Duckett, 21, is also nominated for PCA Young Player of the Year, with the awards given for performances in the County Championship this season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/16 at 5:08 pm

CRICKET

Yorkshire's fighting third-day display against title rivals Middlesex kept alive their County Championship hopes. Whoever wins at Lord's will be crowned champions, while Somerset - who beat Nottinghamshire - will win their first title if the match is drawn or tied. Tim Bresnan (142 not out) and Ryan Sidebottom guided Yorkshire to the four batting bonus points required to ensure a Yorkshire win would secure the title, regardless of Somerset's result. Middlesex closed on 81-2, 39 behind.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/16 at 5:44 pm

TENNIS

Great Britain have been drawn away to Canada in the first round of the 2017 Davis Cup World Group in February.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/16 at 7:39 pm

GOLF

FedEx Cup leader Dustin Johnson shared the overnight lead at the Tour Championship in Atlanta with Rory McIlroy two shots off the pace.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/16 at 2:44 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Valencia won their first game of the season on Thursday, one day after sacking boss Pako Ayestaran. Aysteran, who only replaced Gary Neville as Los Che boss in March, was sacked after they lost their first three league games. Caretaker Salvador Gonzalez Marco oversaw a 2-1 success over Alaves.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/16 at 5:25 am

CRICKET

Somerset captain Chris Rogers announced he will not be returning to the county next season following their win against Nottinghamshire yesterday. The former Australia opener, 39, told BBC Points West momentum carried his side through to a strong finish to the season, which could end in them being crowned champions later today.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/16 at 9:17 am

GOLF

Frenchman Alex Levy leads the European Open after shooting a nine-under score of 62 in a fog-delayed first round. Levy birdied the last three holes to go one shot clear of Austrian Bernd Wiesberger at Bad Griesbach in Germany.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/16 at 5:28 pm

CRICKET

My team have done it!

Middlesex won the County Championship for the first time since 1993 when a Toby Roland-Jones hat-trick sealed a 61-run win over Yorkshire at Lord's. The result meant heartbreak for rivals Somerset, who needed the match to be drawn to take their first-ever title. After Dawid Malan (116) and Nick Gubbins (93) put on 198, Middlesex made a contrived declaration on 359-6. It left Yorkshire to score 240 off 40 overs for a third-successive title, but they were all out for 178 in the 36th. A compelling final day ended in dramatic fashion as Roland-Jones had Azeem Rafiq caught behind hooking at the end of one over and then bowled Andrew Hodd and Ryan Sidebottom with the first two deliveries of his next to finish with 6-54 and match figures of 10-127. Their third defeat of the summer left Yorkshire in third place in the final table.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/16 at 12:56 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Toulouse 2 v 0 Paris St-Germain

Seventeen-year-old Toulouse keeper Alban Lafont produced an inspired display as French champions Paris St-Germain suffered another defeat. Yann Bodiger scored from the penalty spot after ex-Toulouse defender Serge Aurier was sent off for a second yellow following a foul on Ola Toivonen. Lafont denied Edinson Cavani three times before Jimmy Durmaz made it 2-0.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/16 at 4:42 am

GOLF

Rory McIlroy and Paul Casey are both five shots off the lead at the Tour Championship as Dustin Johnson remains on course to win the FedEx Cup title. Johnson shot a three-under-par 67 to lead fellow American Kevin Chappell by one on seven under after round two. Victory will secure Johnson a $10m bonus, while the fate of England's Casey, who like McIlroy shot 70 to stay two under, is also in his own hands. World number one Jason Day withdrew from the event with a back injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/16 at 8:21 am

SNOOKER

World number one Mark Selby came from behind to beat fellow Briton Stuart Bingham 6-5 to reach the final of the Shanghai Masters.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/16 at 9:26 pm

BOXING

Anthony Crolla lost his WBA lightweight title to Jorge Linares after a gruelling battle at Manchester Arena.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/16 at 10:31 pm

HORSE RACING

Spark Plug charged up the near-side rail to give jockey Jimmy Fortune his second win in the Cambridgeshire at Newmarket.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/16 at 2:08 am

GOLF

France's Alexander Levy will take a four-shot lead into the final round of the fog-delayed European Open. With the event reduced to 54 holes by bad weather, Levy completed his second round in 63, eight under par, to close in on a third European Tour title.

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TENNIS

Former world number one Caroline Wozniacki beat Japan's Naomi Osaka 7-5 6-3 to win the Pan Pacific Open in Tokyo for the second time.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/16 at 3:10 am

TENNIS

Serena Williams has withdrawn from next week's Wuhan Open, as well as the China Open, with a shoulder injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/16 at 6:05 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Huddersfield's drop-goal to beat Hull KR and secure Super League safety was off target, claims prop Jamie Peacock. Danny Brough's kick sealed a 23-22 win for the Giants and forces Rovers to now play-off for the last top-flight spot.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/16 at 6:38 am

TENNIS

Heather Watson says she has fully recovered from the illness that affected her US Open campaign. Watson, 24, beat China's Chang Liu, and Samantha Crawford of the United States in back-to-back matches on Saturday to qualify for the Wuhan Open. It was the British number two's first singles appearances since requiring medical treatment following her US Open defeat by Richel Hogenkamp last month. "I got the blood test results and they're all fine," she said. Guernsey-born Watson initially feared she had suffered a relapse of glandular fever - which affected her in 2013 - after struggling in heat and humidity against Hogenkamp at Flushing Meadows.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/16 at 3:52 pm

SNOOKER

Ding Junhui won the Shanghai Masters for the second time with a 10-6 victory over world champion Mark Selby. England's Selby, 33, who beat Ding 18-14 in May's Crucible final, took a 3-1 lead before his Chinese opponent hit back, knocking in a 75 break for a 6-3 advantage going into the interval.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/16 at 7:25 pm

GOLF

Rory McIlroy beat Ryan Moore and Kevin Chappell in a play-off to win the Tour Championship and claim the FedEx Cup. The Northern Irishman rolled in a birdie from 15 feet to edge out Moore on the fourth play-off hole and win the $1.5m (£1.15m) tournament. The world number three's victory was enough to see him beat Dustin Johnson to the $10m (£7.7m) FedEx Cup prize.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/16 at 12:11 am

BOXING

Tyson Fury will never fight again, according to leading British promoter Eddie Hearn. Fury, 28, has withdrawn from his rematch with Wladimir Klitschko, scheduled for 29 October, because of reported mental health issues.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/16 at 8:33 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton says he is confident he can return to the form he needs to reclaim the championship lead and win his fourth world title this year.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/16 at 7:53 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Ivory Coast footballer Serge Aurier, who plays for Paris St-Germain (PSG), has been sentenced to two months in jail for elbowing a police officer. Aurier was also fined €600 (£521, $674) in damages over the incident at a Paris nightclub in May. He will remain free pending an appeal, which means he could play for PSG in the Champions League on Wednesday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/16 at 10:24 pm

TENNIS

Heather Watson says she has fully recovered from the illness that affected her US Open campaign. Watson, 24, beat China's Chang Liu, and Samantha Crawford of the United States in back-to-back matches on Saturday to qualify for the Wuhan Open. It was the British number two's first singles appearances since requiring medical treatment following her US Open defeat by Richel Hogenkamp last month. "I got the blood test results and they're all fine," she said. Guernsey-born Watson initially feared she had suffered a relapse of glandular fever - which affected her in 2013 - after struggling in heat and humidity against Hogenkamp at Flushing Meadows.
Heather Watson was forced to pull out of her opening match at the Wuhan Open with illness just days after saying she had fully recovered from the problems which affected her US Open campaign.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/26/16 at 11:41 pm

CYCLING

Sir Bradley Wiggins' use of a banned steroid before races has been defended by Sir Dave Brailsford, with the Team Sky boss saying they "do not cross the line" over performance-enhancing drugs. Britain's most decorated Olympian took anti-inflammatory drug triamcinolone for allergies and respiratory issues.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/16 at 12:50 am

SNOOKER

The winner of snooker's new English Open event in Manchester will receive the Steve Davis Trophy, in tribute to the six-time world champion. Davis retired from playing in April, following a professional career that spanned five decades. The event - from 10-16 October - is part of the new Home Nations series, with the winner receiving £70,000. Any player who also wins the Northern Ireland, Scottish and Welsh Opens will earn a £1m bonus.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/16 at 8:09 am

BOXING

Conor McGregor will face lightweight champion Eddie Alvarez as he attempts to become the first UFC fighter to hold two belts at the same time.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/16 at 10:06 pm

TENNIS

Britain's Johanna Konta beat Zhang Shuai of China in straight sets to reach the last 16 at the Wuhan Open. Konta, seeded 11th, won 6-3 6-3 and goes on to face Spanish seventh seed Carla Suarez Navarro in round three.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/16 at 3:21 pm

TENNIS

World number one Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from next week's China Open in Beijing because of an elbow injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/16 at 6:14 pm

BOXING

Irish pair Michael Conlan and Steven Donnelly have been issued with "severe reprimands" along with Britain's Antony Fowler for betting on Olympic events. Conlan and Donnelly have since turned professional and are not impacted by sanctions including an obligation to follow integrity education programmes. The three boxers did not attempt to manipulate an event at the Rio Games.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/16 at 10:36 pm

TENNIS

Britain's Johanna Konta boosted her hopes of qualifying for the WTA Finals with victory over Spain's Carla Suarez Navarro at the Wuhan Open in China.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/29/16 at 3:56 am

FORMULA 1

McLaren's Fernando Alonso will start Sunday's Malaysian Grand Prix from the back of the grid because he is to test an updated Honda engine.
The two-time champion will get a 30-place grid penalty for using more than the permitted number of engine parts.
Reliability problems mean Alonso needed the engine to complete the season, but it also has upgraded parts.
The new power unit has a lighter engine block for better reliability and a redesigned exhaust to boost efficiency.
Alonso, 35, will run the new engine in first practice on Friday before Honda decides whether to keep it in the car for the second session.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/29/16 at 11:13 pm

FORMULA 1

Nico Rosberg headed Lewis Hamilton by nearly half a second in first practice at the Malaysian Grand Prix. A lock-up by Hamilton into Turn Nine on his second lap was the difference between the two after they set almost identical times on their first laps. That prevented Hamilton improving on his time and forced him into the pits. The session was interrupted by a bizarre fire for Renault's Kevin Magnussen, which continually reignited in the pits as fuel leaked. In the end, Hamilton set his best time on his second run on the medium tyre - which is as much as a second slower than the soft.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/30/16 at 4:22 am

FORMULA 1

Nico Rosberg headed Lewis Hamilton by nearly half a second in first practice at the Malaysian Grand Prix. A lock-up by Hamilton into Turn Nine on his second lap was the difference between the two after they set almost identical times on their first laps. That prevented Hamilton improving on his time and forced him into the pits. The session was interrupted by a bizarre fire for Renault's Kevin Magnussen, which continually reignited in the pits as fuel leaked. In the end, Hamilton set his best time on his second run on the medium tyre - which is as much as a second slower than the soft.

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BOXING

Scottish boxer Mike Towell has died in hospital after being seriously injured in a bout on Thursday, his management has said.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/01/16 at 5:33 am

TENNIS

Petra Kvitova produced another sensational performance to beat Slovak 10th seed Dominika Cibulkova and win the Wuhan Open in China.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/01/16 at 10:08 pm

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton put in a scintillating performance to take pole position for the Malaysian Grand Prix. The world champion was 0.414 seconds quicker than Mercedes team-mate Nico Rosberg, with the Red Bulls of Max Verstappen and Daniel Ricciardo next.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/01/16 at 10:16 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE

Gareth O'Brien kicked a drop-goal in golden-point extra time as Salford won the Million Pound Game 19-18 to relegate Hull KR from Super League.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/01/16 at 10:35 pm

BOXING

New Zealand's Joseph Parker remains on course to challenge Britain's Anthony Joshua for his IBF world heavyweight title after beating Russia's Alexander Dimitrenko in Auckland.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/01/16 at 10:37 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE

Gloucester 6-15 Bath

Bath came from behind in the West Country derby to condemn Gloucester to their third home defeat of the season. In an underwhelming first period, in part to do with the wet conditions, James Hook scored the only points of the half with a long-range penalty. George Ford drew Bath level after the break with a drop-goal, before Greig Laidlaw put Gloucester back ahead. But Anthony Watson finished well as Laidlaw missed two late penalties and Matt Banahan's try sealed a Bath win.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/16 at 4:34 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton's title hopes were dealt a heavy blow when his engine failed as he was leading the Malaysian GP. Hamilton had dominated the race until flames started pouring from his Mercedes on lap 43, promoting him to say on the radio: "Oh, no, no," His team-mate Nico Rosberg finished third to extend his lead to 23 points with five races to go and 125 points available. Daniel Ricciardo beat Max Verstappen to a Red Bull one-two in a gripping race.

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ATHLETICS

Scotland's Callum Hawkins claimed victory in the Great Scottish Run in Glasgow, setting a new Scottish half-marathon record in the process. Hawkins held off the challenge of the defending champion, Moses Kipsiro of Uganda, clocking a time of of 60 minutes 22 seconds. Kenya's Joel Kimutai came home in third ahead of England's Chris Thompson. Another Kenyan, Betsy Saina, claimed victory in the women's race with a course record time of 67:20.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/16 at 3:35 pm

HORSE RACING

Found, ridden by Ryan Moore, won the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe at Chantilly, leading home a one-two-three for Irish trainer Aidan O'Brien. Found (6-1) upped the pace in the final furlongs to end a late challenge from Vedevani and secure victory. Jockey Frankie Dettori, attempting to win his fifth Arc, was third on Order of St George (14-1), with Highland Reel (20-1) second. I couldn't dream this would happen," said O'Brien.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/16 at 5:34 am

TENNIS

Tomas Berdych won his first title of the season with victory over Richard Gasquet at the Shenzhen Open in China. The Czech secured his 13th ATP title, and his second Shenzhen title, with a 7-6 (7-5) 6-7 (2-7) 6-3 victory over third seed Gasquet.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/16 at 9:04 pm

TENNIS

Maria Sharapova will find out on Tuesday if her two-year doping ban will be overturned, says the Court of Arbitration for Sport (Cas). The five-time Grand Slam winner, 29, was banned by the International Tennis Federation after testing positive for meldonium at the 2016 Australian Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/16 at 9:05 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL

Fifa president Gianni Infantino has proposed expanding the World Cup finals to a 48-team tournament - a larger number than his election promise.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/05/16 at 4:08 am

TENNIS

Tennis players will not be able to plead ignorance if they test positive for banned substances, says the International Tennis Federation. Ex-world number one Maria Sharapova, 29, had a two-year ban reduced to 15 months after the Court of Arbitration for Sport (Cas) ruled she was not told about a change in the drug's status. She tested positive for meldonium less than a month after it was banned. The ITF said "appropriate steps were taken to publicise any changes".

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BOXING

Boxing authorities should fund a new foundation to help fighters with mental health issues, says Barry McGuigan.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/07/16 at 12:39 am

TENNIS

British number one Johanna Konta reached the China Open quarter-finals by beating world number six Karolina Pliskova for the first time. Konta, ranked 14th, saw off the Czech 6-1 3-6 7-6 (7-2) in a rain-delayed match in Beijing.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/07/16 at 3:22 am

FORMULA 1

Nico Rosberg edged title rival Lewis Hamilton by just 0.072 seconds to set the pace in second practice at the Japanese Grand Prix. The Mercedes drivers, with Rosberg 23 points ahead in their championship battle, were 0.323 seconds quicker than Ferrari's Kimi Raikkonen. Red Bull's Max Verstappen beat Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel to fourth. Jenson Button struggled for McLaren, in 16th, eight places and 0.413secs behind team-mate Fernando Alonso.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/07/16 at 6:25 am

TENNIS

World number two Andy Murray overcomes fellow Briton Kyle Edmund 7-6 (11-9) 6-2 to make the China Open semi-finals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/16 at 12:16 am

GOLF

Tiger Woods will return to action for the first time since August 2015 by playing at the season-opening Safeway Open in California next week. Fourteen-time major winner Woods, 40, has twice had back surgery since his last tournament appearance. Last month, Woods, now ranked 767, had said he would play in the Safeway Open, from 13 to 16 October, "depending on his progress and recovery".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/16 at 3:21 am

FORMULA 1

Nico Rosberg pipped Mercedes team-mate and title rival Lewis Hamilton by a small margin to take pole position for the Japanese Grand Prix.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/16 at 7:11 am

TENNIS

British number one Johanna Konta moved into the world top 10 after reaching the final of the China Open by beating Madison Keys 7-6 (7-1) 4-6 6-4. The 25-year-old took the first set after a tie-break before American eighth seed Keys fought back in a semi-final lasting two hours, 35 minutes. The 11th seed will now face Ukraine's Elina Svitolina or Poland's Agnieszka Radwanska in the final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/16 at 7:32 am

TENNIS

World number two Andy Murray cruised into the final of the China Open after a 6-2 6-3 victory over Spain's David Ferrer in Beijing.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/16 at 7:56 pm

RUGBY UNION

New Zealand inflicted South Africa's heaviest home defeat as they equalled their own record of 17 straight Test wins with a 57-15 rout in Durban.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/16 at 9:15 pm

GOLF

England's Tyrrell Hatton will take a three-shot lead into the final round of the Dunhill Links Championship after he equalled the St Andrews Old Course record with a 10-under-par 62.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/16 at 3:39 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton's title hopes suffered a second blow in a week as he finished third in the Japanese Grand Prix, won by team-mate Nico Rosberg. The Briton made a poor start and initially dropped to eighth in Suzuka, which comes after an engine failure cost him in Malaysia last weekend. Hamilton is now 33 points behind the German with only 100 still available in the remaining four races. The result means Mercedes have won the constructors' championship again.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/16 at 5:57 pm

TENNIS

Andy Murray secured his fifth singles title of 2016 - and 40th of his career - by beating Grigor Dimitrov 6-4 7-6 (7-2) in the China Open final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/16 at 7:09 pm

TENNIS

British number one Johanna Konta was overpowered 6-4 6-2 by world number three Agnieszka Radwanska in the final of the China Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/16 at 10:06 pm

GOLF

Tyrrell Hatton secured his first victory on the European Tour as he swept to the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship title at St Andrews. The 24-year-old Englishman, from High Wycombe, finished on 23 under par, four shots clear of South African Richard Sterne and England's Ross Fisher. Hatton carded a six-under 66 on Sunday having equalled the St Andrews Old Course record with a 62 on Saturday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/10/16 at 4:49 am

TENNIS

Former world number ones Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer are both outside the top four in the men's world rankings for the first time in 13 years. Spaniard Nadal, 30, is fifth in the latest ATP standings, with 35-year-old Swiss Federer two places lower. Serbia's Novak Djokovic tops the list, ahead of Briton Andy Murray and Federer's compatriot Stan Wawrinka, with Japan's Kei Nishikori in fourth.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/10/16 at 5:28 am

RUGBY UNION

Dickie Jeeps: Former British and Irish Lions and England scrum-half dies at 84

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/10/16 at 8:38 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Castleford's Luke Gale is one of four uncapped players to be called up for England's squad for the Four Nations tournament, which starts this month.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/10/16 at 8:41 am

HORSE RACING

Jockey Henry Brooke says he is "on the mend", a day after he was brought out of an induced coma following a fall at Hexham racecourse. Brooke, 25, is believed to have broken his collarbone and suffered a suspected collapsed lung when riding Old Storm in a novices' handicap chase on Saturday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/10/16 at 6:28 pm

BOXING

British world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury will be stripped of his WBO belt unless he responds to a notice from its chairman in the next 10 days. Fury must explain why the belt should not be vacated due to "inactivity, breach of contract and performance-enhancing drugs". Fury withdrew from October's rematch with Ukrainian Wladimir Klitschko because of mental health issues.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/16 at 1:52 am

GOLF

Tiger Woods has withdrawn from this week's Safeway Open, saying his game is "vulnerable". The 14-time major champion will not take part in the event, which would have been his return to competitive action after more than a year out. The American, 40, last competed in August 2015, since when he has twice had surgery on his back.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/16 at 6:14 am

TENNIS

British number two Heather Watson progressed to the second round of the Hong Kong Open with a straight-set win over qualifier Marina Erakovic. Watson beat the New Zealander, who is 44 places below her in the rankings, 7-5 7-6 (11-9) at Victoria Park Tennis Stadium.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/16 at 6:42 am

BASKETBALL

Former LA Lakers captain Kobe Bryant is auctioning off a face mask to raise funds for charity - with bids starting at $15,000 (£12,204). Bryant had to wear the mask after breaking his nose during the 2012 All-Star game where he passed Michael Jordan as the All-Star Game's leading scorer. He wore it for four Lakers games, earning the nickname 'The Masked Mamba'.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/16 at 6:00 pm

ATHLETICS

Russian hammer thrower Tatyana Lysenko has been stripped of her 2012 Olympic gold after a positive drugs retest. The double world champion had already been banned for doping by the IAAF, athletics' governing body, in April.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/16 at 6:03 pm

OLYMPICS

Italy's Olympic Committee has officially withdrawn its bid to stage the 2024 Games in Rome after the city council voted to oppose the candidacy. Rome's Mayor Virginia Raggi from the populist Five Star party had said the city had to prioritise matters such as rubbish collection and corruption. It means only Paris, Los Angeles and Budapest are left in the running after Boston and Hamburg also abandoned bids. The IOC is due to make a decision next September.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/16 at 6:13 pm

TENNIS

Nick Kyrgios said he was "bored" as he extended his unbeaten run to six matches with victory over Sam Querrey at the Shanghai Masters. The Australian, 21, beat world number 29 Querrey 6-4 6-4 in 53 minutes to progress to the second round. Kyrgios, ranked a career-high 12th in the world, won the Japan Open on Sunday and is closing in on the top 10. "I was just a bit bored at times," said Kyrgios, when asked why he was not his usual vocal self against Querrey.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/16 at 7:07 pm

GOLF

Tiger Woods has withdrawn from this week's Safeway Open, saying his game is "vulnerable". The 14-time major champion will not take part in the event, which would have been his return to competitive action after more than a year out. The American, 40, last competed in August 2015, since when he has twice had surgery on his back.
Six-time major winner Sir Nick Faldo says "everything is stacking up against" Tiger Woods in his attempt to return to golf following injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/12/16 at 3:08 am

TENNIS

Everything is going well for Johanna Konta and Heather Watson but Kyle Edmund has been beaten in the second round of the Shanghai Masters as he slipped to a 6-3 6-4 defeat against world number three Stan Wawrinka. Edmund, 21, reached the quarter-finals of the China Open last week before losing to Andy Murray and has moved up to a career-best of 48th in the world rankings this week.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/12/16 at 11:12 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL

USA 1-1 New Zealand

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Written By: nally on 10/12/16 at 11:14 pm

Six-time major winner Sir Nick Faldo says "everything is stacking up against" Tiger Woods in his attempt to return to golf following injury.

Makes me wonder how he's gonna do it. If not, he might consider retiring?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/16 at 3:55 am

ATHLETICS

Jessica Ennis-Hill, who won heptathlon gold for Great Britain at the London 2012 Olympics, has retired from athletics. The 30-year-old had hinted at retirement after winning a silver medal at the Rio Olympics in August.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/16 at 3:57 am

TENNIS

British number one Johanna Konta has withdrawn from the Hong Kong Open with an abdominal strain - shortly before her second round match against Wang Qiang.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/16 at 5:20 am

BOXING

A fight between IBF world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua and Wladimir Klitschko is "very close", promoter Eddie Hearn says.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/16 at 5:41 am

TENNIS

British number one Andy Murray has begun his third round match against 13th seed Lucas Pouille of France in the Shanghai Masters and he has already broken serve for a 2-0 lead in the opening set.

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Written By: nally on 10/14/16 at 12:42 pm

NHL Hockey: Anaheim Ducks lose their first game of the season, to the Dallas Stars, 4-2.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/16/16 at 4:04 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray is through to the Shanghai Masters final and will play Roberto Bautista Agut, after Novak Djokovic smashed his racquet and tore his shirt as he lost to the Spaniard.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/17/16 at 11:38 pm

TENNIS

Serena Williams has withdrawn from next week's WTA Finals in Singapore because of a shoulder injury. The American world number two, 35, has not played since reaching the semi-finals of the US Open in September. Williams' place could go to British number one Johanna Konta, who is ninth in the rankings, although she has an abdominal injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/16 at 5:56 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Luka Modric will be staying at Real Madrid until 2020, having agreed the extension.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/16 at 9:54 pm

RUGBY UNION

Munster and Ireland rugby legend Anthony Foley died after a heart condition caused fluid to build up in his lungs, a French coroner has said. The condition, known as acute pulmonary edema, was caused by "a heart rhythm disorder", an autopsy has revealed. Foley, 42, died on Saturday night at the hotel in Paris where Munster were staying prior to Sunday's scheduled game against Racing 92. His funeral will be held in Killaloe, County Clare, on Friday at 12:00 BST.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/16 at 2:15 am

CYCLING

Three-time Tour de France winner Chris Froome and six-time Olympic champion Sir Chris Hoy say "questions remain" over Sir Bradley Wiggins' use of a banned steroid before major races.

Wiggins, 36, took the anti-inflammatory drug triamcinolone for allergies and respiratory problems, after applying for therapeutic use exemptions (TUEs).

He said he used the drug to put himself "back on a level playing field".

"I think it is up to Bradley - he needs to clear his name," Hoy said.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/16 at 6:08 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Gareth Bale scored his first Champions League goal since 2014 as holders Real Madrid comfortably beat Legia Warsaw.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/16 at 6:22 am

DIVING

Five-time Olympic champion Chen Ruolin has retired from diving at the age of 23. The Chinese diver, who also won six world championships, won the 10m individual and synchronised events at Beijing and London before adding a final synchronised gold with partner Liu Huixia in Rio. "She has a neck injury which may cause some problems if she continues with her career," China diving team manager Zhou Jihong said.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/16 at 6:30 am

TENNIS

British number two Kyle Edmund came through two tie-breaks to beat Ukraine's Illya Marchenko and reach the second round of the European Open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/16 at 7:57 am

OLYMPICS

Tokyo 2020 Olympic events could be held in part of Japan hit by the 2011 Fukushima earthquake, tsunami and nuclear disaster in a bid to cut costs. Rowing canoe/kayak sprint events and baseball/softball are among sports that could be moved 400km north of Tokyo. The International Olympic Committee is holding talks with organisers after a review showed costs could exceed £23bn ($28bn) - four times the estimate.

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Written By: nally on 10/20/16 at 11:59 pm

NHL Hockey: L.A. Kings beat Dallas Stars 4-3 in overtime.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/16 at 5:17 pm

TENNIS

Svetlana Kuznetsova is one win away from denying Britain's Johanna Konta a place in the WTA Finals after reaching the final of the Kremlin Cup. Konta, 25, occupies the eighth and final slot for the tournament which starts on Sunday in Singapore.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/16 at 2:19 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton was only third fastest in second practice at the US Grand Prix as Mercedes team-mate and title rival Nico Rosberg set the pace. Hamilton was 0.291 seconds slower than Rosberg, with Red Bull's Daniel Ricciardo splitting the Mercedes. Rosberg heads Hamilton by 33 points in the championship with 100 still available in the remaining four races. Hamilton badly needs to win in Austin in Sunday to revive his rapidly faltering hopes of retaining his title.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/16 at 5:43 am

GOLF

Defending champion Andy Sullivan carded a 10-under-par 61 to share the halfway lead with Marc Warren after round two of the Portugal Masters on Friday. Englishman Sullivan, who won the event by a record nine shots in 2015, had 10 birdies in a season-low round to end the second day on 14 under.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/16 at 8:04 pm

RUGBY LEAGUE

Coach Wayne Bennett's first game in charge of England ended in a Four Nations warm-up victory over France (6-40).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/16 at 3:27 am

CYCLING

British Olympic champion Katie Archibald won omnium gold at the European Track Championships, her second title in two nights in Paris.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/16 at 6:02 am

GOLF

Scotland's Russell Knox fell out of contention on the final day as American Justin Thomas successfully defended his CIMB Classic title in Malaysia.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/25/16 at 7:25 pm

TENNIS

Kyle Edmund was forced to retire injured after just 18 minutes of his first-round match with David Ferrer at the Erste Bank Open in Vienna. With Ferrer leading 3-2, the British number two was unable to continue due to what appeared to be a hip injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/26/16 at 3:38 am

RUGBY UNION

Northampton flanker Tom Wood has been recalled to the England squad for the autumn internationals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/26/16 at 7:28 pm

TENNIS

Andy Murray reached the Erste Bank Open second round with a hard-fought victory over Martin Klizan in Vienna. British number one Murray, 29, beat the Slovak world number 35 6-3 6-7 (5-7)6-0 to set up a tie with French world number 25 Gilles Simon. The winner will meet American John Isner, ranked 27 in the world, in round three.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/26/16 at 7:42 pm

TENNIS

Svetlana Kuznetsova became the first player to reach the last four of the WTA Finals following victory over Karolina Pliskova in Singapore. Kuznetsova, 31, beat Czech Pliskova 3-6 6-2 7-6 (8-6) but her semi-final spot was sealed by Agnieszka Radwanska's 7-6 (7-1) 6-3 win over Garbine Muguruza.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/16 at 2:42 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

England will host the 2021 Rugby League World Cup after being selected ahead of a rival bid from the United States and Canada.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/16 at 5:51 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Pescara's Serie A match against Atalanta was suspended for two minutes in the first half after tremors were felt following an earthquake. A strong earthquake hit central Italy, with people in Pescara and neighbouring towns rushing out of their homes in panic as the ground shook.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/16 at 8:13 pm

TENNIS

Top seed Andy Murray lost just four games as he swept past American John Isner to reach the semi-finals of the Erste Bank Open in Vienna.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/29/16 at 8:07 am

TENNIS

Debutante Dominika Cibulkova beat Russian Svetlana Kuznetsova 1-6 7-6 (7-2) 6-4 to reach the final at the WTA Finals in Singapore. The Slovak will face world number one Angelique Kerber or defending champion Agnieszka Radwanska on Sunday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/29/16 at 3:19 pm

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton took pole position at the Mexican Grand Prix as title rival Nico Rosberg left it late to join him on the front row. Rosberg was slower than the Red Bulls throughout qualifying until the very last lap, when he sneaked ahead of Max Verstappen and Daniel Ricciardo. Rosberg was 0.254secs behind Hamilton and just 0.096secs quicker than Verstappen with his crucial last lap. The German is 26 points ahead of Hamilton with 75 remaining this season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/04/16 at 10:17 pm

RUGBY UNION

Munster moved to the top of the Pro12 table thanks to a convincing victory over high-flying Ospreys (33-0) in Cork.

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Written By: nally on 11/05/16 at 12:10 am

NBA season has started; Clippers are doing fairly well; Lakers have begun their first season without Kobe.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/16 at 3:31 am

CYCLING

Great Britain claimed gold in the men's and women's team pursuit at the Track Cycling World Cup in Glasgow.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/16 at 5:41 am

TENNIS

Britain's Johanna Konta has beaten France's Caroline Garcia 6-2 6-2 to reach the semi-finals of the WTA Elite Trophy in Zhuhai, China.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/16 at 5:49 am

BOXING

Britain's IBF heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua will defend his title against Eric Molina in Manchester on 10 December. Joshua, unbeaten in 17 fights, was close to agreeing a bout with Wladimir Klitschko but the deal fell through.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/16 at 3:54 am

TENNIS

World number one Andy Murray will open his ATP World Tour Finals campaign against Marin Cilic on 14 November.

The Briton hopes to win the season-ending event for the first time and end 2016 at the top of the rankings, having replaced Novak Djokovic on Monday.

Murray will take on Stan Wawrinka, Kei Nishikori and Cilic in the round-robin stage at London's O2 Arena.

Five-time champion Djokovic will face Milos Raonic, Gael Monfils and Dominic Thiem in the other group.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/16 at 8:45 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Gareth Bale has been named Wales' player of the year for the sixth time. It is the fourth successive year the 27-year-old Real Madrid forward has won the accolade.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/16 at 6:20 pm

FORMULA 1

Ferrari have asked the FIA to review its decision to penalise Sebastian Vettel in the Mexican Grand Prix. Four-time world champion Vettel, 29, was given a 10-second penalty that dropped him from third to fifth. Formula 1's governing body had said the German moved under braking as he tried to hold off a passing move from Red Bull's Daniel Ricciardo. A Ferrari statement said "a number of new elements have come to light after the decision was rendered".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/16 at 3:15 am

TENNIS

Tennis star Maria Sharapova will be reinstated as a UN goodwill ambassador when her suspension for using a prohibited drug expires next April, a UN statement says.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/16 at 3:15 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton says he has "nothing to lose" in Sunday's Brazilian Grand Prix, as he attempts to stop Mercedes team-mate Nico Rosberg clinching the title.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/16 at 6:06 pm

FORMULA 1

Renault driver Kevin Magnussen has joined the US-based Haas team in place of Mexican Esteban Gutierrez. The 24-year-old Dane will partner Frenchman Romain Grosjean in 2017.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/16 at 8:14 pm

WORLD FOOTBALL

International friendly

USA Women 8-1 Romania Women

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/13/16 at 5:09 am

BOXING

WBC welterweight champion Danny Garcia had admitted wanting to have a title clash with Filipino superstar Manny Pacquiao. Garcia, who was earlier reported to have turned down a Pacquiao fight, said a victory against someone like the Filipino legend will boost his stock sky-high.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/14/16 at 1:37 am

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton produced a masterful performance to win a wet, chaotic, crash-strewn Brazilian Grand Prix and take the title fight to the final race. His ninth win of 2016 came in a race with several high-speed accidents, two stoppages and five safety cars. The victory cut the lead of his Mercedes team-mate Nico Rosberg, who finished second, to 12 points. Rosberg will secure the championship if he finishes third in Abu Dhabi on 27 November even if Hamilton wins.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/14/16 at 3:26 am

TENNIS

A fired-up Novak Djokovic fought back to beat Austria's Dominic Thiem in his opening match at the ATP World Tour Finals in London. The Serb, who is trying to regain the world number one ranking from Britain's Andy Murray, won 6-7 (10-12) 6-0 6-2.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/14/16 at 5:30 am

RUGBY UNION

England's 100% win-rate rugby union coach Eddie Jones used a bag of sweets to inspire Ben Youngs to sharpen his fitness, says Jeremy Guscott in his BBC Sport column. Please send your favourite examples of exhortation, be they good, bad or indifferent, from professional, amateur or school ranks, to #bbcsportsday or the BBC Sport Facebook page.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/14/16 at 7:48 pm

TENNIS

Andy Murray began life as the world number one with a convincing victory over Croatia's Marin Cilic at the ATP World Tour Finals in London. The Briton, who replaced Novak Djokovic of Serbia at the top of the rankings last week, won 6-3 6-2 at the O2 Arena for his 20th win in a row.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/15/16 at 5:42 am

SNOOKER

Ronnie O’Sullivan says he still has the desire to win a sixth World Championship. The 40-year-old won the last of his five world titles in 2013.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/18/16 at 3:43 am

GOLF

A promising start for England's Charley Hull who is one shot off the lead after the opening round of the CME Group Tour Championship in Florida. The 20-year-old from Kettering shot a five under par 67 on Thursday to join So Yeon Ryu in second, with China's Shanshan Feng leading on six under. Hull is still seeking her first LPGA Tour title, but finished second in the ANA Inspiration in April. Scotland's Catriona Matthew is a further four shots back after an opening 71.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/16 at 4:34 am

CYCLING

Britain's Sir Bradley Wiggins and Mark Cavendish took the lead at the Ghent Six Day after dominating day four.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/24/16 at 7:17 am

FORMULA 1

Former world champion Jenson Button says he will retire from Formula 1 after Sunday's Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The McLaren driver was set to have a sabbatical in 2017, with the team holding an option on him for the 2018 campaign. But speaking on Thursday, the 36-year-old Briton said: "I go into this weekend thinking it's going to be my last race. I think that's the best way. "At this moment in time, I don't want to be racing in F1 beyond this year."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/24/16 at 7:26 pm

RUGBY UNION

Wasps' Elliot Daly has the potential to become the "next Jason Robinson", says England coach Eddie Jones. Daly, 24, started on the left wing in England's 58-15 rout of Fiji on Saturday and scored his first try in his seventh international appearance.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/16 at 4:10 am

TENNIS

Croatia are the favourites heading into the Davis Cup final in Zagreb, says Argentina's Juan Martin del Potro.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/16 at 3:00 pm

FORMULA 1

Lewis Hamilton was fastest in both practice sessions at the start of the weekend that will decide the 2016 Formula 1 World Championship. The Briton headed title rival and Mercedes team-mate Nico Rosberg by 0.079 seconds in the second session at Abu Dhabi's Yas Marina track, having been 0.374secs quicker in first practice. Hamilton is 12 points behind the German and has to win the race and hope his Mercedes team-mate finishes lower than third if he is to win the championship.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/16 at 3:07 pm

GOLF

England's Chris Wood and Andy Sullivan moved into a tie for fourth but dropped five shots behind leaders Denmark after the World Cup of Golf second round.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/16 at 9:53 pm

BOXING

Tony Bellew and David Haye will meet in an all-British non-title heavyweight fight on 4 March at London's O2 Arena. WBC cruiserweight champion Bellew, 33, taunted 36-year-old former world heavyweight champion Haye after retaining his title by knocking out BJ Flores in October.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/16 at 3:43 am

GOLF

Australia's Andrew Dodt carded eight birdies to take a two-shot clubhouse lead at seven under at a storm-hit Australian PGA Championship, with former winner Adam Scott three off the lead at Royal Pines on the Gold Coast. A thunderstorm saturated the course and forced play to be abandoned for the day, with almost half the field still to complete their opening rounds.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/16 at 5:27 am

CYCLING

Sir Bradley Wiggins is named in British Cycling's 2016-17 podium programme squad, having been expected to retire. The five-time Olympic gold medallist, 36, had suggested last month's Ghent Six Day event could be his last, but afterwards said he was "not sure yet" what his plans are.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/16 at 7:05 am

RUGBY UNION

Glasgow coach Gregor Townsend has confirmed he turned down an offer to be an assistant coach on the Lions tour of New Zealand. Townsend - who is succeeding Vern Cotter as Scotland head coach at the end of the season - will instead oversee Scotland's summer tour.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/16 at 7:16 am

TENNIS

Two-time Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova has hired Karolina Pliskova's former coach, and Pliskova has hired Kvitova's former coach. The 11th-ranked Kvitova will now work with Jiri Vanek, who parted ways with Pliskova last month. The sixth-ranked Pliskova, meanwhile, has hired David Kotyza, whose seven-year partnership with Kvitova ended in January.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/16 at 4:44 pm

GOLF

Tiger Woods hit a one-over-par 73 on his return to competitive golf at the Hero World Challenge in the Bahamas. The 14-time major champion, who has twice undergone surgery during 15 months out, is nine shots off the pace set by fellow American JB Holmes. Woods, 40, had four birdies in eight holes but he bogeyed the ninth after a wayward drive and poor chip. Another shot went on the 11th, while double bogeys on the 16th and 18th left the world number 898 a stroke over par.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/16 at 11:23 am

FORMULA 1

World champion Nico Rosberg has announced he has retired from Formula 1 with immediate effect. The 31-year-old German won his first world title on Sunday, beating Mercedes team-mate Lewis Hamilton by finishing second in the final race in Abu Dhabi. "I have climbed my mountain, I am on the peak, so this feels right," Rosberg said. Rosberg won nine of this season's 21 grands prix, beating three-time champion Hamilton by five points.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/16 at 11:40 am

WOMEN'S FOOTBALL

Nigeria have had an almost vice-like grip on the Women's Africa Cup of Nations but will face determined hosts Cameroon in Saturday's final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/03/16 at 5:30 am

GOLF

Tiger Woods recovered from a mixed first round by shooting a brilliant seven-under-par 65 as he continued his return to competitive golf on day two of the Hero World Challenge.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/03/16 at 5:47 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Captain Sergio Ramos scored a stoppage-time equaliser to extend Real Madrid's unbeaten start to the season and deny Barcelona victory in a bad-tempered El Clasico.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/03/16 at 8:03 pm

RUGBY UNION

South Africa stunned Olympic champions Fiji to win the opening round of the 2016-17 World Rugby Sevens Series in Dubai. The Blitzboks scored four tries in a 26-14 victory over the defending World Series champions to claim their fifth Dubai title. England finished third after beating Wales 38-10 in the bronze final. Meanwhile, Scotland finished sixth after losing 19-12 to Australia in their play-off.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/16 at 5:31 pm

SNOOKER

Mark Selby beat Ronnie O'Sullivan 10-7 in a thrilling final to win the UK Championship for the second time. In a sensational evening session Selby hit three centuries in the final six frames, with O'Sullivan hitting two of his own, to clinch victory in York. Five-time winner O'Sullivan fought back from 7-2 down to trail 8-7.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/16 at 9:51 pm

GOLF

Tiger Woods shot an inconsistent four-over-par final round of 76 to finish 15th on his return to competitive golf at the Hero World Challenge. The 14-time major champion hit five birdies, including three in a row to close the front nine, but also made three bogeys and three double bogeys. Japan's Hideki Matsuyama won the 18-player event in the Bahamas by two strokes, finishing on 18 under. Woods, 40, was playing his first PGA Tour event after 466 days injured.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/05/16 at 4:14 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Leeds Rhinos have placed a £250,000 valuation on James Segeyaro and are considering legal proceedings over an alleged breach of contract. The club say they have "engaged legal advisors and are currently considering all legal options available in relation to this matter." Hooker Segeyaro, 26, recently returned to his native Australia. He subsequently told the Australian Sunday Telegraph that he was homesick and did not want to return to the UK.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/05/16 at 4:41 am

GOLF

England's Melissa Reid overcame illness to secure her card for next season's LPGA Tour by finishing joint eighth at Q-School at Daytona Beach in Florida.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/05/16 at 5:30 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

Sven-Goran Eriksson has another job. The former England boss has been appointed manager of Chinese second tier club Shenzhen FC. The 68-year-old Swede will replace former Netherlands midfielder Clarence Seedorf, who took over in July but failed to win promotion.

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Written By: nally on 12/05/16 at 9:04 pm

MLB Offseason news: Relief pitcher Mark Melancon has signed a deal with the Giants (who had been in need of a dependable closer this past season).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/06/16 at 8:05 am

GOLF

Denmark's Thomas Bjorn will captain Europe at the 2018 Ryder Cup in Paris. The 45-year-old will be only the fourth man from outside the British Isles to lead the team, after Spanish duo Seve Ballesteros and Jose Maria Olazabal, and Germany's Bernhard Langer. Bjorn, who has been vice-captain four times, was chosen ahead of 1999 Open champion Paul Lawrie. As a player, he was a Ryder Cup winner in 1997, 2002 and 2014, and has won 15 European tour titles.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/06/16 at 8:20 am

SWIMMING

Triple Olympian, World and Commonwealth champion Robbie Renwick, has announced his retirement from competitive swimming at the age of 28. Renwick was part of the GB Men’s 4x200m freestyle relay that claimed silver at the Rio Olympics.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/06/16 at 5:20 pm

TENNIS

Twelve-time Grand Slam winner Novak Djokovic has parted company with coach Boris Becker. Djokovic has worked with the former Wimbledon, US and Australian Open winner for three years. The Serbian world number two won six Grand Slams under Becker and held all four major titles at the same time when he won the French Open final in June.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/16 at 6:49 am

RUGBY UNION

Steve Borthwick, Rob Howley and Andy Farrell have been named as assistants to British and Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland for next year's tour of New Zealand. Howley, Wales' interim coach, and Farrell have toured with the Lions before, while Borthwick has impressed as England forwards coach.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/16 at 7:28 am

GOLF

A caddie has died after collapsing on the 13th fairway during the first round of the Dubai Ladies Masters. The caddie, who has not been named, was attended to by medics, but later died in hospital. Play has been suspended. Ivan Khodabakhsh, Ladies' European Tour CEO, said: "We are extremely shocked and saddened by this and have suspended play as a mark of respect." The first round will be completed on Thursday, and the event will be reduced to 54 holes. A total of 54 players, including Dame Laura Davies, had yet to begin their rounds when play was called off. Nobody had completed more than 10 holes.

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Written By: nally on 12/07/16 at 12:05 pm

MLB offseason news: White Sox pitcher Chris Sale has been traded to the other Sox team; the Red Sox have also acquired additional players, such as former Rangers infielder Mitch Moreland.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/16 at 11:03 pm

CYCLING

British Cycling found its former technical director Shane Sutton guilty of using sexist language towards cyclist Jess Varnish - despite clearing him of eight of nine charges against him, BBC Sport can reveal.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/16 at 6:55 am

GOLF

Spain's Rafael Cabrera Bello eagled the last for a one-shot lead after the opening round of the Hong Kong Open. Cabrera-Bello is on six under, one ahead of Sebastien Gros of France with England's Tommy Fleetwood and Jordan Smith in a group of 10 players a further shot back. Masters champion Danny Willett is on two under while Justin Rose is on level par.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/16 at 6:57 am

TENNIS

Andy Murray and Johanna Konta will lead a contingent of six British singles players at the Australian Open next month. They will be joined by Kyle Edmund, Dan Evans, Heather Watson and Naomi Broady who all have direct entry for the tournament which takes place from 16-29 January.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/16 at 5:23 pm

GOLF

Golf officials have altered the controversial rule that cost Dustin Johnson a one stroke penalty during his US Open triumph this year. As a result of the incident that significantly overshadowed the final day at Oakmont, the United States Golf Association (USGA) was heavily criticised.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/16 at 8:51 pm

GOLF

American veterans Jerry Kelly and Steve Stricker lead the Franklin Templeton Shootout in Florida by a shot after hitting 16 under in the first round. Former champions Harris English and Matt Kuchar are second, while 2012 runners-up Charles Howell III and Rory Sabbatini are third on 13 under.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/16 at 8:52 pm

GOLF

American veterans Jerry Kelly and Steve Stricker lead the Franklin Templeton Shootout in Florida by a shot after hitting 16 under in the first round. Former champions Harris English and Matt Kuchar are second, while 2012 runners-up Charles Howell III and Rory Sabbatini are third on 13 under.

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Written By: nally on 12/08/16 at 11:22 pm

MLB Offseason news: relief pitcher Aroldis Chapman to return to Yankees.

Interesting; he signed a one year deal with NYY last offseason, and spent the first four months of the regular season as their closer... before trading him to the Cubs.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/09/16 at 6:23 am

More than 1,000 Russian athletes benefited from a state-sponsored doping programme run for four years from 2011, a new report claims.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/14/16 at 3:45 am

The Russian city of Sochi will not host the 2017 bobsleigh and skeleton World Championships. The International Bobsleigh and Skeleton Federation (IBSF) said it would not be "prudent" to hold the championships in Russia, a country accused of state-sponsored doping. A report on 9 December claimed more than 1,000 Russians benefited from a doping cover-up between 2011 and 2015.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/14/16 at 7:02 am

BOXING

Kell Brook and Amir Khan "are in talks" to stage a fight in May 2017, according to Brook's promoter Eddie Hearn. Bolton's Khan, 30, said earlier this year that Sheffield's Brook, 30, is not a big enough name for him to fight.

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Written By: nally on 12/16/16 at 10:51 am

MLB Offseason news: relief pitcher Aroldis Chapman to return to Yankees.

Interesting; he signed a one year deal with NYY last offseason, and spent the first four months of the regular season as their closer... before trading him to the Cubs.

Yesterday (I think), it was announced that his contract would be good for five years (through 2021), although he has the option to opt out after three years (that is, at the end of 2019).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/19/16 at 3:20 am

Andy Murray has been voted the BBC Sports Personality of the Year for a record third time. Murray, the 2013 and 2015 winner, took Olympic gold, claimed his second Wimbledon title and became tennis' world number one in a remarkable 2016. Triathlete Alistair Brownlee was second and show jumper Nick Skelton third. "It's been a great year for British sport and I am so proud

http://www.bbc.com/sport/sports-personality/38358869

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Written By: nally on 12/23/16 at 11:23 am

MLB offseason news: Edwin Encarnacion, an infielder who spent the past 8 seasons with the Toronto Blue Jays, has signed a 3-year deal with the Cleveland Indians, with an option for 2020.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/28/16 at 2:01 am

SAILING

The gruelling Sydney to Hobart yacht race has been won in record time.
Perpetual Loyal finished the 628 nautical miles (1,163km) in one day, 13 hours, 31 minutes and 20 seconds - almost five hours faster than the previous course record.
The Australian yacht took first place after eight-time winner Wild Oats XI retired with keel damage.
Eighty-eight yachts began the race, which has been going since 1945, on Monday.
The occasion has since become one of the greatest spectacles in Australian sport.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/29/16 at 1:46 am

CYCLING

Five-time Olympic champion Sir Bradley Wiggins has announced his retirement from cycling aged 36. Britain's first Tour de France winner, in 2012, said he had fulfilled a "childhood aspiration" of making a career out of the sport.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/30/16 at 2:50 am

TENNIS

Rafael Nadal beat Tomas Berdych 6-0 6-4 in his first match since October at the Mubadala World Tennis Championship.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/30/16 at 9:57 pm

British tennis champion Andy Murray and athlete Mo Farah have been knighted in the Queen's New Year Honours list. Paralympic dressage rider Lee Pearson also becomes a Sir, while heptathlete Jessica Ennis-Hill and rower Katherine Grainger are made dames. There are CBEs for cyclists Jason and Laura Kenny, swimmer Sascha Kindred and equestrians Charlotte Dujardin, Nick Skelton and Sophie Christiansen. Former athlete Sir Roger Bannister is made a Companion of Honour.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/31/16 at 3:54 am

Serena Williams has used the social media platform Reddit to announce that she is engaged to its co-founder, Alexis Ohanian.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/03/17 at 3:31 am

TENNIS

2017 has got off to a decent start for British number one Johanna Konta, who has reached the quarter-finals of the Shenzhen Open. Konta lost the first set to 77th-ranked American Vania King, but regained her composure to register a 1-6 6-3 6-2 victory. She will face either either Kristyna Pliskova or qualifier Kai-Chen Chang in the last eight in China.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/06/17 at 6:37 pm

TENNIS

Sir Andy Murray will face defending champion Novak Djokovic in the Qatar Open final on Saturday after beating third seed Tomas Berdych in the semis. Murray won 6-3 6-4 against Czech Berdych, who needed treatment on an ankle injury after the first set.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/17 at 8:53 pm

GOLF

American Justin Thomas has become the youngest man to break 60 on the PGA Tour, shooting an 11-under 59 in the first round of the Sony Open in Hawaii. Thomas carded eight birdies, two eagles and a bogey to become the seventh man to shoot under 60 in PGA Tour history. The 23-year-old eagled his first and last holes, just four days after winning the Tournament of Champions, also in Hawaii. That victory saw him rise to a career-high world ranking of 12.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/13/17 at 6:25 am

GOLF

Former Ryder Cup captain and founding father of the European Tour John Jacobs has died aged 91. Jacobs, from Yorkshire, competed in the Ryder Cup in 1955, before captaining the side twice, most notably in 1979 when European players competed for the first time. But it was in his coaching career and role in establishing the European Tour that he will be best remembered for. He served as the Tour's tournament director-general from 1971 to 1975.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/17 at 4:51 am

GOLF

American Justin Thomas has become the youngest man to break 60 on the PGA Tour, shooting an 11-under 59 in the first round of the Sony Open in Hawaii. Thomas carded eight birdies, two eagles and a bogey to become the seventh man to shoot under 60 in PGA Tour history. The 23-year-old eagled his first and last holes, just four days after winning the Tournament of Champions, also in Hawaii. That victory saw him rise to a career-high world ranking of 12.
Justin Thomas made history for the second time in two days as he set a record for the lowest 36-hole total in PGA Tour history with his score of 123 at the Sony Open in Hawaii.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/17 at 6:21 am

MOTORSPORT

Sam Sunderland became the first British competitor to win the Dakar Rally when he took victory in the motorbikes classification on Saturday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/17 at 6:26 am

GYMNASTICS

British Olympic bronze medallist Nile Wilson could be out for several months after snapping ankle ligaments in training. The 20-year-old, who won bronze on the high bar at Rio 2016, was injured during what he called a "basic" parallel bars routine on Wednesday. Wilson said the "freak accident" caused "very significant injury".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/17 at 10:59 pm

SKIING

A famous downhill race in the Skiing World Cup has been cancelled - because there has been too much snow. Saturday's race at the Lauberhorn course in Wengen, Switzerland, was dropped after more than 40cm (16in) of snow fell overnight Crews worked through the night but were unable to prepare the piste in time.

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Written By: nally on 01/21/17 at 2:13 pm

MLB Offseason news:

Belated congratulations to Tim Raines, Jeff Bagwell, and Ivan Rodriguez for being elected to the National Baseball Hall Of Fame class of 2017!

This was announced on Wednesday, but I didn't have access to a computer that day. They will be formally inducted on Sunday, July 30th, in Cooperstown.

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Written By: nally on 01/28/17 at 6:34 pm

Earlier this week, it was announced that Progressive Field, current home stadium of the Cleveland Indians, will host the 2019 MLB All Star Game.
This is the second time that the venue will host the game; the 1997 ASG was there, back when the place was known as Jacob's Field. This would also be the first time in five years that an American League stadium hosts the game.

...which reminds me, I might want to start the MLB 2017 Season thread sometime soon!

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Written By: nally on 02/10/17 at 3:34 pm

Next week, MLB players will report to their Spring Training camps and get ready for the 2017 season!!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/04/17 at 4:55 am

GOLF

Rory McIlroy carded a stunning six-under-par 65 to take a two-shot lead at the halfway stage of the World Golf Championships event in Mexico. The Northern Irishman is nine under after a round that included an eagle, as he holed out from 151 yards on the par-four 14th, and six birdies.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/04/17 at 4:57 am

Next week, MLB players will report to their Spring Training camps and get ready for the 2017 season!!
It would be the same for the cricketers in the Great Britain, training for the up and coming 2017 season.

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Written By: nally on 03/04/17 at 2:47 pm

It would be the same for the cricketers in the Great Britain, training for the up and coming 2017 season.

Excellent!

Also, this Monday will be the start of the World Baseball Classic, which several MLB players will partake in; there will also be some players from other countries who've probably played in their countries' respective professional leagues.

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Written By: nally on 03/04/17 at 11:46 pm

World Baseball Classic 2017:

The four "pools" of countries that will compete in the first round:

Pool 'A': South Korea, Chinese Taipei, Netherlands, Israel
Pool 'B': Japan, Australia, China, Cuba
Pool 'C': United States, Canada, Colombia, Dominican Republic
Pool 'D': Mexico, Italy, Puerto Rico, Venezuela

The first competition will be Israel vs. South Korea in Gocheok Sky Dome (Seoul, South Korea) on Monday at 6:30pm local time (1:30am in the Pacific time zone of the U.S.; 4:30am in the Eastern time zone). (In fact, all competitions in Pool 'A' will be played at Gocheok Sky Dome.)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/06/17 at 6:04 am

World Baseball Classic 2017:

The four "pools" of countries that will compete in the first round:

Pool 'A': South Korea, Chinese Taipei, Netherlands, Israel
Pool 'B': Japan, Australia, China, Cuba
Pool 'C': United States, Canada, Colombia, Dominican Republic
Pool 'D': Mexico, Italy, Puerto Rico, Venezuela

The first competition will be Israel vs. South Korea in Gocheok Sky Dome (Seoul, South Korea) on Monday at 6:30pm local time (1:30am in the Pacific time zone of the U.S.; 4:30am in the Eastern time zone). (In fact, all competitions in Pool 'A' will be played at Gocheok Sky Dome.)
I take it that The Philippines did not qualify?

I also noticed that the US or in the same pool as Canada, interesting?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/06/17 at 6:06 am

ASIAN RUGBY

The Philippine national rugby team, the Volcanoes, won the 2017 Asia Trophy Series in Doha, Qatar early Sunday morning (PHL Standard time) by defeating Thailand 41-7.

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Written By: nally on 03/06/17 at 10:51 am

I take it that The Philippines did not qualify?

There must not be too many players from there, or of that descent; I dunno.

I also noticed that the US or in the same pool as Canada, interesting?

Yeah, a lot of countries that are close to each other seem to be grouped together. However, Cuba (a Western hemisphere country) is in the same pool as three Eastern-hemisphere countries.

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Written By: nally on 03/07/17 at 6:31 pm

World Baseball Classic 2017:

Pool A:
Team Israel and Team South Korea each have two games in the books. Israel def. South Korea 2-1 in 10 innings in their first game; then Israel def. Chinese Taipei 15-7. South Korea lost their second game to Team Netherlands 5-0; Taipei will play Netherlands later on.

Pool B:
Team Japan has defeated Team Cuba 11-6 at Tokyo Dome. Team China will play Team Cuba later on; then Team Australia will play Teams Japan and China tomorrow.

Pools C and D will start playing on Thursday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/08/17 at 2:39 am

BOXING

Britain's Amir Khan will not fight WBO world welterweight champion Manny Pacquiao next month, the Filipino's promoter, Bob Arum, has revealed. The two fighters had announced the "super fight" for 23 April on Twitter at the end of February, with the United Arab Emirates expected to be the venue. But Aram told ESPN: "It's kaddish for the UAE deal. It's dead.

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Written By: nally on 03/09/17 at 1:05 am

WBC 2017: Israel and Netherlands are moving on to the 2nd round. Even though South Korea and Chinese Taipei (the other teams in Pool A) are eliminated, they still have one more game to play tomorrow.

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Written By: nally on 03/09/17 at 1:08 am

WBC 2017: As for the teams in Pool B, Japan has made it two wins in a row, defeating Team Australia; Cuba evened up their record at 1-1 with a win over China; Australia will play China tomorrow (Thursday) and Cuba on Friday.

C & D will begin play tomorrow.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/17 at 3:10 am

Former Formula 1 and motorcycling world champion John Surtees has died at the age of 83.

Surtees is the only man to have won the grand prix world championship on both two wheels and four.

He won four 500cc motorcycling titles - in 1956, 1958, 1959 and 1960 - and the F1 crown with Ferrari in 1964.

Surtees died at St George's Hospital, London, on Friday afternoon after being treated for an existing respiratory condition, a family statement said.

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Written By: nally on 03/11/17 at 10:33 am

WBC 2017 - Pool B has Japan and Cuba moving on, to join Israel and Netherlands in the first pool of the second round.

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Written By: nally on 03/11/17 at 6:42 pm

World Baseball Classic: Teams Venezuela and Italy are going into extra innings; right now it is 11-10 Venezuela in the 10th (as I type this post).

USA leads Dominican Republic 2-0 in the 3rd inning at Marlins Park in Miami.

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Written By: nally on 03/11/17 at 11:46 pm

...but Dominican Republic comes back to win 7-5 over the U.S., continuing their dominance from the last WBC (2013, in which they never lost a game).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/17 at 4:08 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Sergio Ramos headed a late winner as Real Madrid recovered from a howler by keeper Keylor Navas to beat 10-man Real Betis to go top of La Liga.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/17 at 5:12 am

CYCLING

Britain's double Olympic gold medallist Joanna Rowsell Shand has announced her retirement from international cycling. The 28-year-old track cyclist won gold in the team pursuit at London 2012 and Rio 2016. In a career spanning 10 years, Rowsell Shand was a five-time world and four-time European champion. "The decision to step away has been the hardest I've ever had to make," she said. "I believe I have more to offer the world."

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Written By: nally on 03/14/17 at 6:07 pm

World Baseball Classic 2017:

In Pool C, Team Dominican Republic remains unbeaten as they advance to the second round with Team U.S.A.; they will be joined by Pool D winners, Puerto Rico and Venezuela (Italy and Mexico were eliminated). In addition, Pool D had a tiebreaker between teams Venezuela and Italy.

The second round has already started between the Pool A&B winners, which form Pool 'E'. Japan already has two wins in the second round; Cuba is winless; teams Israel and Netherlands each have a win and a loss.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/17 at 1:54 am

HORSE RACING

Second favourite Buveur D'Air, ridden by Noel Fehily, stormed to victory in the Champion Hurdle at Cheltenham. The Nicky Henderson-trained six-year-old, a 5-1 shot, came home ahead of My Tent Or Yours (16-1) and Petit Mouchoir (6-1). It was Fehily's second Champion Hurdle victory, and owner JP McManus' 50th winner at Cheltenham. Yanworth - the 9-4 favourite - never settled and placed seventh.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/17 at 9:23 pm

RUGBY UNION

France snatched a dramatic and controversial Six Nations win over Wales (20-18) in an extraordinary encounter. Trailing by five points with the clock ticking past 100 minutes, Damien Chouly drove over from close range and Camille Lopez's conversion clinched the win. Leigh Halfpenny had kicked six penalties - three from 50 metres-plus - to cancel Remi Lamerat's early try. But the match will live long in the memory for the 20-minute added-time barrage on the Wales line.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/17 at 3:58 am

BOXING

Gennady Golovkin made the 18th defence of his middleweight titles with a unanimous decision over Daniel Jacobs, but he failed to stop his opponent for the first time since 2008. The 34-year-old Kazakh (37-0) sent Jacobs to the canvas in round four on his way to a 115-112 115-112 114-113 victory on the judges' scorecards. Victory edges Golovkin closer to a super-fight with Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/17 at 3:59 am

What's spooking the golfers in Orlando?

http://www.bbc.com/news/world-39317623

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/17 at 7:17 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

A merger between top French sides Racing 92 and Stade Francais has been called off. The clubs, who are based in Paris and play in the Top 14 league, announced their intention to merge last week. However, on Sunday, Racing 92 president Jacky Lorenzetti said in a statement: "I have decided to give this beautiful project up." Stade Francais players began an open-ended strike last week, denouncing what they deemed a takeover in disguise.

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Written By: nally on 03/19/17 at 10:53 pm

2017 World Baseball Classic:

Japan, Netherlands, Puerto Rico, and U.S.A. are moving on to the semifinals! U.S.A. defeated the Dominican Republic team last night to advance.

Tomorrow, the Netherlands team will play the Puerto Rican team; Tuesday night it will be U.S. vs. Japan. The winners of those matches will play for the championship on Wednesday night. All three games will be played at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/20/17 at 3:44 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Thomas Muller's second-half goal sent Bayern Munich 13 points clear at the top of the Bundesliga as they beat Borussia Monchengladbach. Second-placed RB Leipzig's 3-0 defeat at Werder Bremen on Saturday gave Bayern the chance to extend their lead.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/20/17 at 5:00 am

CYCLING

Former Tour de France winner Roger Pingeon has died at the age of 76. The French rider conquered the Grand Tour in 1967 and was second in 1969.

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Written By: nally on 03/20/17 at 6:19 pm

WBC 2017 - Puerto Rico tries to keep its unbeaten run going as they take on Netherlands to see which team will move on to the championship game.

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Written By: nally on 03/21/17 at 5:53 pm

WBC 2017 - Puerto Rico tries to keep its unbeaten run going as they take on Netherlands to see which team will move on to the championship game.

...and P.R. succeeded in doing so.

Tonight it's U.S. vs Japan; the winner of this game takes on Puerto Rico in the championship final, tomorrow night!

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Written By: nally on 03/22/17 at 12:51 am

Tonight it's U.S. vs Japan; the winner of this game takes on Puerto Rico in the championship final, tomorrow night!

U.S. defeats Japan, 2-1, to advance to the final!

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Written By: nally on 03/23/17 at 12:10 am

Congratulations to Team U.S.A. for winning the 2017 World Baseball Classic!

USA starter Marcus Stroman (who normally pitches for the Toronto Blue Jays) took a no-hit bid into the 7th inning; he was lifted after allowing a Puerto Rico player a base hit. His successor pitchers did not allow any PR runs, either. The USA hitters, however, scored 8 runs of their own, en route to an 8-0 victory over Puerto Rico.

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Written By: nally on 03/25/17 at 1:40 am

NBA: Lakers defeat Minnesota Timberwolves in OT, 130-119.

Lakers still have quite a losing record on the season, though. That's not going to change.

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Written By: nally on 03/28/17 at 5:49 pm

NFL news:

It was announced yesterday that the Raiders football team will be moving to Las Vegas, Nevada; the move was officially approved by the NFL.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/17 at 5:53 am

CYCLING

Elinor Barker won Great Britain's second gold of the Track Cycling World Championships in Hong Kong with victory in the women's 25km points race.

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Written By: nally on 04/22/17 at 11:52 pm

NHL and NBA postseasons have started, and I haven't been keeping too many tabs on those as of late, although the Anaheim Ducks are in the NHL playoffs this year.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/17 at 8:54 am

Around 90,000 people will pack into Wembley Stadium on Saturday to see IBF heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua attempt to add the vacant WBA belt to his collection when he faces the division's once dominant force Wladimir Klitschko.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/01/17 at 8:34 pm

SNOOKER

Mark Selby defended his World Championship title with a stunning comeback to beat John Higgins 18-15 and secure his third crown in four years.

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Written By: nally on 05/01/17 at 10:59 pm

NBA Finals: Clippers eliminated in Game Seven against the Utah Jazz.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/17 at 3:12 am

US Open qualifying: Golfer scores 127 at event in Alabama

http://www.bbc.com/sport/golf/39892101

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Written By: nally on 05/13/17 at 1:11 pm

NHL Stanley Cup playoffs: Anaheim Ducks have moved on to the NHL Western Conference finals; their opponent is the Nashville Predators. They lost Game One by a score of 3-2 last night; Game Two is tomorrow.

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Written By: nally on 06/02/17 at 5:12 pm

NBA Finals: Golden State Warriors win Game One over the Cleveland Cavaliers, 113-91.

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Written By: nally on 06/07/17 at 12:06 am

NBA Finals: Golden State Warriors win Game One over the Cleveland Cavaliers, 113-91.

...and on Sunday night, the Warriors beat the Cavs again to go up 2 games to none.

Game Three is tomorrow night.

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Written By: nally on 06/10/17 at 12:17 pm

NBA Finals:

Golden State Warriors had a chance to sweep the NBA Finals over the Cleveland Cavaliers last night (and complete a 16-0 postseason run), but fell short. Cavs won Game Four, by a score of 137 to 116.

Game Five is on Monday.

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Written By: nally on 06/12/17 at 12:51 am

Stanley Cup Finals (NHL):

Pittsburgh Penguins win the 2017 Stanley Cup, 4 games to 2 over the Nashville Predators!

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Written By: nally on 06/13/17 at 5:25 pm

NBA Finals (basketball):

Congratulations to the Golden State Warriors on winning the 2017 NBA title!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/17 at 12:52 pm

CYCLING

World champion Peter Sagan was disqualified from the Tour de France for causing Mark Cavendish to crash on stage four of the race. The Briton accused Sagan of elbowing him during the sprint finish in Vittel. Cavendish finished the stage after receiving medical treatment for several minutes, before going for an X-ray.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/17 at 6:29 pm

CYCLING

World champion Peter Sagan was disqualified from the Tour de France for causing Mark Cavendish to crash on stage four of the race. The Briton accused Sagan of elbowing him during the sprint finish in Vittel. Cavendish finished the stage after receiving medical treatment for several minutes, before going for an X-ray.
Britain's Mark Cavendish pulled out of the Tour de France after breaking his right shoulder in a crash.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/11/17 at 4:39 pm

WORLD CHAMPIONSHOP ATHLETICS

Dafne Schippers retained the women's 200m title as Great Britain's Dina Asher-Smith finished fourth at the World Championships in London.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/14/17 at 10:30 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Cristiano Ronaldo has been suspended for five games after he was sent off in Real Madrid's 3-1 win against Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup first leg on Sunday. He was given a one-match ban for being shown two yellow cards and a further four for pushing the referee in the back after he had been sent off. The bookings at the Nou Camp were for taking off his shirt to celebrate his goal to make it 2-1 and for a dive.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/14/17 at 12:59 pm

ATHLETICS

Usain Bolt said he was "saying goodbye to everything" and "almost cried" as his successful career came to a close at the World Championships in London.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/17 at 2:08 am

GOLF

Tiger Woods had five different drugs in his system when he was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI) in May, according to a toxicology report.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/17 at 4:51 pm

GOLF

Scotland's Catriona Matthew has been called up to replace the injured Suzann Pettersen in Europe's Solheim Cup team, captain Annika Sorenstam has announced.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/17 at 11:31 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Barcelona are suing former player Neymar for 8.5m euros (£7.8m) over his world record move to Paris St-Germain. The Brazil international made the 222m euro (£200m) move to the French club in August after buying out his contract.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41014149

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/17 at 2:30 pm

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Celtic completed an 8-4 aggregate win to reach the Champions League group stage despite a scare in Astana. Leading 5-0 from the first leg, Brendan Rodgers' side fell behind on the night when Dimitri Shomko's shot was diverted into the net by Kristoffer Ajer.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/17 at 11:00 am

WORLD CRICKET

AB de Villiers has stepped down as South Africa's one-day captain but is making himself available for international selection in all three formats. The 33-year-old, who was captain for six years, says it is "time for someone else to take the ODI side forward". He missed South Africa's Test series defeat in England because he "needed a bit of time away from the game". But De Villiers says he now feels "refreshed and revived". De Villiers, who has more than 8,000 Test runs at an average of 50.46, has not played a Test since January 2016.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/17 at 3:12 pm

CYCLING

Britain's Chris Froome extended his Vuelta a Espana lead behind Alexey Lutsenko's breakaway stage-five win. Froome, aiming to become the third man to win a Vuelta crown in the same year as Tour de France success, attacked on the final climb and now has a 10-second advantage over his nearest rival. Froome was set up by Team Sky's Gianni Moscon, with Alberto Contador one of the few rivals to match his pace. The race finishes in Madrid on 10 September after another 16 stages.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/17 at 8:45 am

WOMEN'S GOLF

Stacy Lewis donated her £150,000 prize money to the flood victims in Houston after winning the Portland Classic. The American began the final day with a three-shot lead but won by one shot from South Korea's Chun In-gee. Lewis carded a 69 in her last round in Oregon to finish on 20-under, while In-gee shot a 66. "We're going to be able to help people rebuild houses and get their homes back. That's more important than any win," said Lewis. The victory was her first LPGA Tour title since 2014.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/17 at 11:52 am

BOXING

Bulgaria's Kubrat Pulev has confirmed he will face Britain's IBF and WBA heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua in Cardiff on 28 October.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/17 at 8:13 am

HORSE RACING

Jockey Davy Russell has been given a four-day ban after punching a horse on the back of the head before a race. Russell, 38, aimed a blow with his right hand while on board Kings Dolly, after the horse pulled up at a pre-race 'show' hurdle. The incident took place before the mares' handicap hurdle at Tramore on 18 August. He was initially cautioned by the Irish Turf Club before the organisation asked its appeal body to review the case.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/17 at 9:21 am

ATHLETICS

Britain's Mo Farah will aim for a record fourth consecutive Great North Run victory when he races in Newcastle on 10 September. The 34-year-old, who won 10,000m gold at the World Championships in London, retired from track racing this month. The four-time Olympic champion will now concentrate on the road, starting by defending his title in the world-famous half-marathon in North East England. "To win four in a row would be unbelievable," said Farah. "Winning just one Great North Run was a lifelong ambition. It's one of my favourite races in the calendar and I can't wait to come back to the North East."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/17 at 11:30 am

CYCLING

Three Russian cyclists have taken legal action against the World Anti-Doping Agency (Wada) and Canadian doping investigator Dr Richard McLaren.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/athletics/41231674

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/17 at 11:52 am

CYCLING

Chris Froome has cemented his place among the greats of cycling by becoming the first British winner of the Vuelta a Espana in Madrid on Sunday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/17 at 5:22 am

RUGBY UNION

England will play world champions New Zealand for the first time since 2014, as part of next year's autumn internationals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/17 at 5:29 am

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To honour a NFL game at Wembley Stadium next week, Regent Street in London is displaying these flags.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/17 at 7:17 am

NETBALL

England missed out on a first series win against New Zealand after losing 62-55 in the third and final test. The Red Roses had levelled the series at 1-1 with their second win over the Silver Ferns in as many weeks. England led 30-26 at half-time in Hamilton but the hosts took a narrow advantage into the final quarter and moved clear in the last three minutes. "We made a few errors and they ran away with it," visiting captain Ama Agbeze told Sky Sports. England had only beaten New Zealand four times in 88 meetings prior to this summer's tournaments.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/17 at 7:11 am

Former England captain Wayne Rooney has appeared in court and admitted drink-driving. He was arrested when police stopped a car in Wilmslow, Cheshire, in the early hours on 1 September. The 31-year-old was banned from driving for two years and ordered to perform 100 hours of unpaid work as part of a 12-month community order. Rooney was also ordered to pay £170 when he appeared at Stockport Magistrates' Court.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/17 at 10:40 am

WOMEN'S FOOTBALL

Mark Sampson is set to leave his role as England women's manager after fresh misconduct allegations were made.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/17 at 3:03 am

GOLF

FedEx Cup points leader Jordan Spieth is three shots off the lead after the first round of the season-ending Tour Championship in Atalanta.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/17 at 11:45 am

RUGBY UNION

Four players who toured with the British and Irish Lions have been left out of a 33-man England training squad for a camp in Oxford this weekend. Prop Kyle Sinckler, lock George Kruis, flanker James Haskell and centre Jonathan Joseph are not in the squad. Uncapped fly-half Marcus Smith, 18, is included, as are flankers Tom Curry and Sam Underhill, who made their debuts in Argentina in the summer. England play Argentina, Australia and Samoa in November. Head coach Eddie Jones will name his squad for the autumn internationals on 26 October.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/17 at 2:49 am

BOXING

Hughie Fury failed in his first shot at a world title as New Zealand's Joseph Parker retained his WBO heavyweight championship with a controversial points win at the Manchester Arena

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/29/17 at 7:07 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES

Birmingham's bid to host the 2022 Commonwealth Games has been officially backed by the government.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/17 at 7:48 am

AMERICAN FOOTBALL

New Orleans Saints beat Miami Dolphins 20-0 with Michael Thomas and Alvin Kamara scoring the touchdowns as the nominal away team cruised to a comfortable victory.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/17 at 2:46 pm

ATHLETICS

British javelin thrower Joanna Blair has been provisionally suspended after failing an anti-doping test.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/04/17 at 1:03 am

RUGBY UNION

Harlequins forward Kyle Sinckler will miss England's first two autumn internationals after being given a seven-week ban for gouging.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/04/17 at 1:41 am

GOLF

Ireland's Paul Dunne shot a nine-under-par 61 on the final day of the British Masters to hold off Rory McIlroy and win his first European Tour title.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/04/17 at 10:40 am

BOXING

Former heavyweight champion Tyson Fury says he will not reapply for a licence to fight from the British Boxing Board of Control. The 29-year-old had his licence revoked in October 2016 and was charged with a doping offence in June. Fury, who hinted at a comeback in March, tweeted: "After thinking long and hard about my return, I will not be applying for a BBBofC boxing license." "After the way they have handled stuff, no thanks."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/17 at 8:55 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Former Leeds captain Kevin Sinfield says he is disappointed and saddened that Castleford's Zak Hardaker will miss Saturday's Grand Final. Hardaker was out left out of the Tigers squad for the game against Leeds after a "breach of club rules". The England full-back, 25, played under Sinfield at Leeds and has scored 13 tries in 30 games in 2017. "It's a huge blow for Cas, but it's just one of those sub-plots behind this year's Grand Final," said Sinfield. "Leeds have lost their past eight matches against Castleford, and four this season alone, but now you start to think this could be very, very close."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/17 at 10:00 am

COMMONWEALTH GAMES

Birmingham's bid to host the 2022 Commonwealth Games has been officially backed by the government.
The deadline for bids to host the 2022 Commonwealth Games has been extended after Birmingham's application was judged to be "not fully compliant". Birmingham was the only bidder before the original 30 September deadline. Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia, Victoria in Canada and a potential Australian entry had been thought to be possible bidders but none came forward. Now Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) president Louise Martin has announced a new deadline of 30 November.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/17 at 10:33 am

WORLD CUP 2022

There is "an increasing political risk that Qatar may not host the World Cup in 2022", according to a confidential report examining the risks surrounding the project.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/17 at 6:30 am

WORLD FOOTBALL

Cristiano Ronaldo was named the world's best male player at the 2017 Best Fifa Football Awards in London. The Real Madrid and Portugal forward beat Barcelona's Lionel Messi and Paris St-Germain's Neymar to the honour. Ronaldo, 32, helped Real to a Champions League-La Liga double in 2016-17.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/17 at 7:52 am

SNOOKER

Former world snooker champion Stuart Bingham has been banned for six months for betting breaches.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/25/17 at 12:08 pm

UNDER-17 WORLD CUP FOOTBALL

A hat-trick from Liverpool striker Rhian Brewster sent England into Saturday's Under-17 World Cup final with a 3-1 win over Brazil.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/17 at 8:21 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Australia 18-4 England

England suffered their 12th consecutive defeat against defending champions Australia in the opening game of the World Cup in Melbourne.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/17 at 4:30 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Wales were thrashed 50-6 by Papua New Guinea in their opening game of the World Cup in Port Moresby. David Mead scored a hat-trick as the rampant hosts ran in 10 tries, while Regan Grace claimed Wales' only try with the last play of the game. Only the winners of Pool C, which also features Ireland, will qualify for the quarter-finals. Wales, coached by Wakefield boss John Kear, have not won at the World Cup since they beat the Kumuls in 2000.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/17 at 6:40 am

GOLF

Dustin Johnson extended his lead to six shots after three rounds of the WGC Champions in Shanghai. The world number one carded a four-under-par 68, which included seven birdies, a bogey and a double bogey, to move to 17 under. Fellow American Brooks Koepka, who shot a 73, remains second on 11 under. Sweden's Henrik Stenson, who went round in 69, is one stroke behind, while England's Justin Rose is joint fourth on nine under after a 72.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/17 at 11:26 am

UNDER-17 WORLD CUP FOOTBALL

England have won the U17 World Cup after beating Spain 5-2

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/31/17 at 6:06 am

ATHLETICS

Four-time Olympic champion Mo Farah has split from coach Alberto Salazar and will return to Britain. Farah, who won 5,000m and 10,000m gold at London 2012 and Rio 2016, said his decision was based on a desire to move back to London. Salazar is being investigated by the US Anti-Doping Agency (Usada) after BBC's Panorama made allegations about drugs use at his US training base. "I'm moving back to London. I really miss home," said Farah, 34.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/31/17 at 7:42 am

RUGBY UNION

South Africa has been recommended to host the 2023 Rugby World Cup ahead of Ireland and France, the tournament's organising board has announced. The World Rugby Council will now meet on 15 November in London to vote on the next host.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/31/17 at 7:56 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Warrington's Ben Currie replaces Sam Burgess in England's starting line-up for their second match of the Rugby League World Cup against Lebanon. Back-rower Burgess damaged medial knee ligaments during the first half of Friday's 18-4 defeat by Australia.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/01/17 at 7:58 am

GOLF

Tiger Woods will make his competitive return after nine months injured at the Hero World Challenge on 30 November. The 14-time major champion, who has had four back operations in the past three years, has not played since withdrawing from February's Dubai Desert Classic. The 18-man event, hosted by 41-year-old Woods in the Bahamas, is an unofficial money event on the PGA Tour. "I'd like to thank the committee of one for picking myself to play," wrote Woods on Twitter.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/03/17 at 3:13 am

ATHLETICS

South Africa's Wayde van Niekerk will miss the 2018 Commonwealth Games after suffering a knee ligament injury during a celebrity touch rugby game. Van Niekerk, the 400m world and Olympic champion, was planning on competing in the 100m and 200m in Australia. But he requires surgery after tearing his anterior cruciate ligament and suffering medial and lateral tears of the meniscus in the match in Cape Town. "This is sport and these things happen," 25-year-old Van Niekerk said.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/17 at 8:31 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

England winger Jermaine McGillvary is facing a ban after being charged for allegedly biting Lebanon captain Robbie Farah during Saturday's game.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/07/17 at 2:38 am

HORSE RACING

Rekindling won the Melbourne Cup as young Irish trainer Joseph O'Brien's horse dramatically beat his father Aidan's Johannes Vermeer into second. Max Dynamite finished third in a 1-2-3 for Irish-trained horses at Flemington. Johannes Vermeer looked set to bring another big triumph for record-breaking trainer Aidan O'Brien. But it was his son Joseph, 24, who won at the first attempt with jockey Corey Brown taking the lead on 14-1 shot Rekindling in the closing stages. Known as the "race that stops a nation", the event is the world's richest two-mile handicap, worth A$6.2m (£3.6m) and watched by 90,000 people at the track.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/07/17 at 9:45 am

ATHLETICS

Kenya's Olympic marathon champion Jemima Sumgong has been suspended for four years for doping. The 32-year-old was found to have taken banned blood booster EPO in an out-of-competition test in her home country. Sumgong, who also tested positive for a banned substance in 2012, won the London Marathon in 2016 before claiming gold in Rio, becoming the first Kenyan woman to take the title. Her ban runs from 3 April, when she was provisionally suspended. EPO, also known as erythropoietin, is a hormone that can increase endurance and, in athletics, is used mainly by long distance-runners. Between 2011 and 2016, more than 40 Kenyan track-and-field athletes failed doping tests.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/17 at 1:00 pm

BOXING

Britain's Anthony Joshua insists he is not "ducking" any fighter and says his heavyweight rivals are just "making noise" on social media. Joshua, 28, holds the WBA, IBF and IBO versions of the world title, with Deontay Wilder the WBC champion and Joseph Parker having the WBO belt. Wilder, 32, wants a unification bout, but no firm offer has been made.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/boxing/41915800

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/17 at 2:42 pm

SNOWBOARDING

Snowboarder Katie Ormerod is confident she can win two medals for Team GB at the Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang. The 20-year-old, who competes in slopestyle and big air, narrowly missed out on a place at Sochi 2014. She ended last season ranked second in the World Cup standings for big air, which makes its Olympic debut in 2018. "I feel like I'm going into the Olympics in the best shape possible," she told BBC Sport as she prepares for the start of the new season in Milan.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/09/17 at 11:22 am

RYDER CUP GOLF

The Olympic Club in San Francisco will host the 2028 US PGA Championship and the 2032 Ryder Cup. It will be the first time the Lake course at the illustrious club, founded in 1860, has hosted either event. The Olympic Club hosted the PGA Tour Championship in 1993 and 1994 and five US Opens, most recently in 2012. "This is a special moment, to return the PGA Championship and the Ryder Cup to the West Coast," said PGA president Paul Levy.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/17 at 11:05 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Marseille defender Patrice Evra has been banned from matches in Uefa competitions for seven months for kicking one of his own supporters before a Europa League match. The former Manchester United full-back is banned until June 2018 and will miss Marseille's last two group games and the knockout stage if they progress. He was fined 10,000 euros (£8,829). Evra, 36, aimed a kick at a fan next to the pitch before the match against Vitoria Guimaraes on 2 November.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/17 at 5:17 pm

GOLF

South Africa's Branden Grace shot a closing six-under 66 to win the Nedbank Golf Challenge by one shot from Scotsman Scott Jamieson at Sun City. The final group of France's Victor Dubuisson, Jamieson and Grace were all locked on 10 under after 14 holes. A 40-foot birdie putt by Grace, 29, on the 16th gave him the lead outright and proved the decisive move. He hit all 18 greens in regulation in a bogey-free round, as Jamieson struggled to a 70 with a double bogey on the 8th. It is Grace's eighth European Tour victory and the world number 44 becomes the first South African winner in 10 years, following Trevor Immelman's win in 2007.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/28/17 at 4:59 am

BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2017: Shortlist of 12 revealed for award

They will go forward to a public vote on the night of the live show in Liverpool on Sunday, 17 December. The nominees are:

Elise Christie - short track speed skating;
Sir Mo Farah - athletics,
Chris Froome - cycling,
Lewis Hamilton - F1,
Anthony Joshua - boxing,
Harry Kane - football,
Johanna Konta - tennis,
Jonnie Peacock - Para-athletics,
Adam Peaty - swimming,
Jonathan Rea - motorcycling,
Anya Shrubsole - Cricket,
Bianca Walkden - taekwondo.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/17 at 2:18 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

Captain Sean O'Loughlin has been ruled out of England's first World Cup final in 22 years after picking up a quad injury in their semi-final victory.

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Written By: nally on 12/06/17 at 12:46 pm

MLB Offseason news:

Aaron Boone is going to manage the New York Yankees in 2018.

Boone had played for the Yankees for part of the 2003 season, notably hitting a towering walk-off home run in the seventh game of that year's ALCS against the Boston Red Sox, to send NYY to the World Series for the 39th time in franchise history (but would lose in six games to the Miami Marlins).

Mr. Boone also comes from a pro baseball family. He is the grandson of Ray Boone (an infielder active from 1948-1960), the son of Bob Boone (a catcher active from 1972-1990; he later had some managerial experience), and the younger brother of Bret Boone (a second baseman active from 1992-2005). All four men were MLB All-Stars at some point in their respective playing careers.

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Written By: nally on 12/07/17 at 7:26 pm

More MLB offseason news... infielder Dee Gordon, who spent the last three seasons as a second baseman with the Miami Marlins, has just been traded to the Seattle Mariners, with whom he will become an outfielder.

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Written By: nally on 12/11/17 at 10:27 am

MLB offseason news:

The Winter Meetings (in which representatives of all 30 Major League Baseball teams and their 160 minor league baseball affiliates convene for four days to discuss league business and conduct off-season trades and transactions; attendees include league executives, team owners, general managers, team scouts, visitors from baseball-playing countries, trade show exhibitors, and people seeking employment with minor league organizations) have begun in Orlando, Florida.

And it was announced this weekend that Marlins outfielder Giancarlo Stanton was being acquired by the Evil Empire. I knew several teams were targeting him for a trade (despite ten years left on his current contract)...but who would've thought the NYY would get him?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/13/17 at 2:04 am

CYCLING

Four-time Tour de France champion Chris Froome failed a drug test during his Vuelta a Espana win in September. The Team Sky rider had double the allowed level of legal asthma drug Salbutamol in his system. Cycling's world governing body the UCI wants more details from the team but says Froome is not suspended. The Briton, 32, says he increased his dosage but it was within the legal limits and the UCI is "absolutely right" to ask questions.

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Written By: nally on 12/20/17 at 9:04 pm

MLB offseason news: This morning, it was announced that Evan Longoria of the Tampa Rays would be traded to the San Francisco Giants, in exchange for outfielder Denard Span and infielder Christian Arroyo. :o

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Written By: nally on 12/23/17 at 10:14 pm

MLB offseason news: The Cleveland Indians have signed free agent first baseman Yonder Alonso to a two-year contract. Alonso will be replacing carlos "Oye Como Va" santana, who signed with the Phillies a few days ago.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/29/17 at 1:23 am

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Written By: nally on 01/01/18 at 12:03 am

^ Speaking of NBA...

Final score in Houston:

Houston Rockets 148, L.A. Lakers 142 (in double overtime!) :o

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/10/18 at 10:04 am

BOXING

British former light-welterweight world champion Amir Khan will return to the ring for the first time in almost two years with a fight at Liverpool's Echo Arena on 21 April.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/18/18 at 9:47 am

SNOOKER

Defending champion Ronnie O'Sullivan was eliminated from the 2018 Masters with a 6-1 quarter-final loss to Northern Ireland's Mark Allen. O'Sullivan, 42, took the opening frame with a break of 75 but Allen made breaks of 65, 115 and 85 to hold a 3-1 lead at the mid-session interval. Allen made a score of 81 in the fifth, before taking the next two frames to seal his victory at Alexandra Palace. He will play either John Higgins or Ryan Day in Saturday's semi-final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/18 at 9:30 am

FOOTBALL

Brazil legend Pele is in hospital after collapsing on Thursday with exhaustion. The 77-year-old was due to travel to London this weekend for a dinner held in his honour by the Football Writers Association (FWA). Pele - the only player to win three World Cups - "has undergone a series of tests which appear to point to severe exhaustion", said the FWA. "He is on fluids while doctors monitor his recovery. Thankfully there is no suggestion of anything more serious."

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Written By: nally on 01/24/18 at 5:26 pm

Baseball Hall Of Fame, Class of 2018:

Four MLB players have been elected to the National Baseball Hall Of Fame...

Chipper Jones, third baseman
Jim Thome, first baseman/designated hitter
Vladimir Guerrero, outfielder/designated hitter
Trevor Hoffman, relief pitcher

All four will be formally inducted into Cooperstown in July of this year. Jones and Thome got in on their first ballots.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/07/18 at 2:30 am

GOLF

Open Championship venues such as St Andrews and Royal Troon could be under water by the end of the century if sea levels rise even slightly as a result of climate change, according to a new report. The Climate Coalition says golf, football and cricket face an "unexpected threat", with cricket to be the "hardest hit". The report predicts "cancelled football matches, flooded cricket grounds and golf courses crumbling into the sea". It adds that rising winter temperatures mean the Scottish skiing industry could collapse within 50 years.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/42936199

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/07/18 at 7:45 am

WOMEN'S FOOTBALL

Australia are putting together a bid to host the 2023 Women's World Cup. The nation missed out on hosting the 2022 men's World Cup, but the government has allocated £2.8m to mount a bid. “This is an exciting day for women’s sport in Australia, for all sport in Australia and for all Australians. An Australian bid has every chance of success," said Australian minister for sport Bridget McKenzie. The decision will be announced next year.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/07/18 at 12:04 pm

ATHLETICS

British Olympic sprinter Nigel Levine has been provisionally suspended for failing a drugs test. It was reported in December the 28-year-old had allegedly tested positive for the banned asthma drug clenbuterol. Levine will be offered a UK Anti-Doping hearing to defend himself.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/21/18 at 10:04 am

CYCLING

Britain's Mark Cavendish pulled out of the Abu Dhabi Tour after he was concussed and sustained whiplash in a fall during the race's first stage. Cavendish's team said the crash happened after "the race director's car slowed suddenly as it led the peloton out of Madinat Zayed". The 32-year-old went on to start the race, but pulled out after five kilometres. Team Dimension Data say they are monitoring the Manxman's condition.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/01/18 at 6:41 am

RUGBY UNION

England head coach Eddie Jones says he was physically and verbally abused on his way back from Scotland and will no longer travel by public transport. The Australian travelled alone in standard class on the 09:15 GMT from Edinburgh to Manchester Oxford Road on Sunday after England's 25-13 defeat. Jones was verbally abused outside the station after posing for a picture. A man then opened the door of Jones' car to direct further abuse before the driver and another man intervened.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/18 at 4:17 am

HORSE RACING

The Cheltenham Festival, jump racing's annual showpiece, starts today on the wettest ground for 36 years. The going at the Gloucestershire track is officially described as heavy, soft in places after rain in the build-up. More than 250,000 spectators are expected over four days with bookmakers estimating up to £350m will be wagered. Buveur D'Air, for the meeting's all-time leading trainer Nicky Henderson, will attempt to defend his Champion Hurdle title on day one.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/18 at 11:29 am

HORSE RACING

Native River won a thrilling Cheltenham Gold Cup after an epic duel with Might Bite. The 5-1 chance gave Dorset trainer Colin Tizzard his first victory in the race after some spectacular jumping under champion jockey Richard Johnson. Favourite Might Bite (4-1), seeking an historic Cheltenham Festival treble for trainer Nicky Henderson, was a gallant runner-up, beaten by four and a half lengths. Anibale Fly (33-1) finished third ahead of Road To Respect and Djakadam. But the race was all about the memorable battle between last year's third-placed horse Native River and the King George VI Chase winner Might Bite.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/18 at 10:18 am

GOLF

Ian Poulter secured a place at the Masters after a dramatic play-off victory over Beau Hossler at the Houston Open in Texas.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/18 at 7:39 am

GOLF

Guide to The Masters 2018:

Tiger Woods returns, but Dustin Johnson & Rory McIlroy eye Augusta success

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/golf/43629416

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/18 at 11:21 am

SNOOKER

Former world champion Stuart Bingham became the second player to make a maximum 147 break at the China Open in Beijing this week. Bingham's break in his 6-5 second-round victory over fellow Englishman Ricky Walden came a day after Ronnie O'Sullivan's 14th career 147 effort. It means the two players will share the £42,000 highest-break prize money.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/18 at 4:00 am

HORSE RACING: THE GRAND NATIONAL

Three female jockeys are seeking a place in history as they prepare to line up for the rain-hit Grand National at Aintree on Saturday. Katie Walsh, Bryony Frost and Rachael Blackmore are bidding to become the first woman to ride the National winner in this, its 171st running. The bookmakers' favourites for the National include Total Recall, Anibale Fly, Blaklion and Tiger Roll. An estimated £150m is wagered on the race. There will be 600 million people following worldwide and around 70,000 at the Merseyside course.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/18 at 4:33 pm

WORLD SNOOKER

Mark Williams won his third World Championship - 15 years after his last - by holding off John Higgins' stunning fightback in a classic Crucible final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/18 at 8:32 am

ATHLETICS

British former Olympic champion Darren Campbell says he is "relieved to be alive" as he recovers in hospital after suffering a bleed in the brain. The 44-year-old had to be resuscitated when he was rushed to hospital last Tuesday after having a seizure at home. Campbell, who won 4x100m relay gold at the 2004 Olympics, told BBC Sport he had a pituitary apoplexy - a bleed into the gland at the base of the brain. "I nearly died," he said. "You have to give thanks. That is how close it was."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/16/18 at 12:10 pm

CYCLING

Britain's Simon Yates put in a sublime late attack to win his second stage of the Giro d'Italia and extend his advantage in the leader's pink jersey. Mitchelton-Scott rider Yates, 25, kicked with 1.5km to go and held off the pursuit of defending champion Tom Dumoulin to win in Osimo. Yates, who won stage nine on Sunday, now leads Dumoulin by 47 seconds overall. Team Sky's Chris Froome lost more time, finishing 40 seconds down on Yates.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/18 at 10:56 am

HORSE RACING

Charlie Appleby's 16-1 Masar denied odds-on favourite Saxon Warrior to win the Derby at Epsom. Aidan O'Brien had five runners in the field of 12 and was seeking a record-equalling seventh Derby with unbeaten 2,000 Guineas winner Saxon Warrior. But the favourite was boxed in and could only finish fourth as Appleby claimed his first classic and a first Derby triumph for the Godolphin stable. Dee Ex Bee (20-1) was second, with 6-1 shot Roaring Lion third.

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Written By: nally on 06/09/18 at 12:52 am

A day late...but congratulations to the Washington Capitols on the 2018 Stanley Cup championship!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/18 at 1:53 pm

England lost their fourth Test in a row as South Africa launched an astonishing fightback to win the first Test 442-39. England raced into a 24-3 lead as Mike Brown, Elliot Daly and Owen Farrell crossed for converted tries. But the Springboks led 29-27 at the break via Faf de Klerk, S'busiso Nkosi (2) and Willie le Roux tries. Aphiwe Dyantyi then went over for the hosts, and two Handre Pollard penalties meant scores from Maro Itoje and Jonny May were not enough for England. It meant new South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus won his first match since replacing Allister Coetzee. The two sides meet again next Saturday in the second Test in Bloemfontein.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/18 at 3:25 am

BOXING

Tyson Fury's return to boxing after a 32-month absence ended in farcical fashion when opponent Sefer Seferi was pulled out of the contest after four rounds at Manchester Arena. Former world champion Fury had danced his way to the ring and spent the opening two rounds posturing, with little action in the ring. After a fight in the crowd caused a distraction, the Briton - who was warned for playing up to the crowd in the second round - began to punch with more menace, landing a solid right hook to the temple. That was as intense as it got, and when Seferi's camp brought an end to the bout, some fans threw objects from the stands.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/18 at 12:33 pm

ATHLETICS

Briton Dina Asher-Smith stormed to victory in the Stockholm Diamond League 100m race, in a time only 0.01 seconds slower than her new British record. Asher-Smith, 22, clocked 10.92 in Oslo on Thursday and followed it up on Sunday with victory in 10.93, ahead of second-placed Ivorian Murielle Ahoure. Her compatriot Lorraine Ugen won the women's long jump with 6.85m. The men's event was won by Cuba's Juan Miguel Echevarria who leapt to 8.83m - the farthest mark in 23 years.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/18 at 4:27 pm

HORSE RACING

Raul da Silva has been suspended for 21 days for "violent conduct" following an "altercation" with fellow jockey Jim Crowley at Goodwood.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/18 at 6:22 am

ATHLETICS

Greg Rutherford, who won long jump gold at the London 2012 Olympics, will retire at the end of the season. Rutherford, 31, went on to claim bronze at the Rio Games in 2016, but he has struggled with injury in recent years. He hopes to compete at the European Championships in Berlin in August before ending his 13-year career. "Whenever I try to sprint or jump I have to take three days off because I am limping so much. In the end it wears you down," he told the Guardian. "I still feel I am fast. I still feel as if I am super strong." Rutherford also plans to appear at the London Anniversary Games, which run from 21-22 July, and the Birmingham Diamond League in August.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/20/18 at 6:00 am

GOLF

American Brooks Koepka retained his US Open title with a one-shot victory over England's record-equalling Tommy Fleetwood at Shinnecock Hills. Koepka, 28, closed with a two-under-par 68 to top the leaderboard at one over and deny Fleetwood a first major title. Fleetwood, 27, had set the clubhouse lead at two over after a scintillating seven-under-par 63 - the joint-lowest round in US Open history. World number one Dustin Johnson shot a 70 to finish third on three over.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/21/18 at 9:05 am

ATHLETICS

Britain's Mo Farah will compete at the Chicago Marathon in October, his third race over the distance and his first in the US. The four-time Olympic gold medallist finished third at the London Marathon in April, in a new British record. It was the 35-year-old's second time at 26.2-miles, having finished eighth at London in 2014. The six-time world champion at 10,000 and 5,000m, retired from the track in August 2017 to focus on marathons.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/18 at 4:56 am

ATHLETICS

Great Britain's former Olympic and world 400m champion Christine Ohuruogu has retired at the age of 34. Ohuruogu won 400m gold at the 2008 Olympics in Beijing a year after becoming world champion in Osaka. She took silver at the London Olympics in 2012 before regaining her world title in Moscow in 2013. "Today is the start of the British Championships and as I won't be competing I feel it is a good time to announce my retirement," she said. Ohuruogu added: "I didn't feel ready to retire after last season but a combination of my studies and a niggling injury restricted how much training I was able to do this year."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/18 at 6:38 am

RUGBY UNION

British and Irish Lions captain Sam Warburton has retired from rugby at the age of 29 after winning 79 Test caps. The former Wales captain has not played since leading the 2017 Lions to a drawn series against New Zealand. The back-rower recently returned to Cardiff Blues training after being sidelined for 2017-18 by knee and neck surgery. "My body is unable to give me back what I had hoped for on my return to training," said Warburton.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/18 at 1:37 pm

CYCLING: TOUR DE FRANCE

Britain's Geraint Thomas became the Tour de France's overall leader with an impressive victory on stage 11. Team Sky rider Thomas attacked with six kilometres left on a frenetic final climb up La Rosiere, to finish 20 seconds ahead of team-mate Chris Froome and second-placed Tom Dumoulin. Belgium's Greg van Avermaet, who had led since the third stage, was well down the field in the main peloton. Thomas leads the race overall from Froome by one minute 25 seconds.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/20/18 at 12:41 am

OPEN GOLF

Rory McIlroy began his bid for a first major in four years with an opening-round 69 as Tiger Woods finished level par at Carnoustie on his Open return. Northern Ireland's McIlroy, 29, sunk three birdies to leave him three shots behind leader Kevin Kisner. American Kisner, 34, carded an eagle and four birdies in a five-under 66. Woods, at his first Open since 2015, was two under after 12 but ended with a 71, while defending champion Jordan Spieth and Justin Rose are one over. World number one Dustin Johnson saw his chances harmed by a triple bogey on the par-four 18th to finish with a five-over 76.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/20/18 at 12:48 pm

OPEN GOLF

England's Tommy Fleetwood is a shot off the clubhouse lead at The Open Championship as Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy also surged into contention on a rainy second day at Carnoustie.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/18 at 9:59 am

ATHLETICS

Dina Asher-Smith won her third gold medal of the European Championships as she led Great Britain to victory in the women's 4x100m relay final in Berlin. The 100m and 200m champion ran a superb final leg to pass Germany, Switzerland and Netherlands in the final 30 metres for a fitting end to her campaign. Britain then won the men's 4x100m relay in the final event of the competition. Laura Muir took 1500m gold for her first major outdoor title with team-mate Laura Weightman getting bronze. Another Briton, Eilish McColgan, clinched silver in a dramatic women's 5,000m final. The five medals on Sunday meant Great Britain finished top of the athletics table with 18 - seven gold, five silver and six bronze.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/18 at 12:14 pm

CYCLING

Britain's Simon Yates will win a first Grand Tour after finishing third on the Vuelta a Espana's penultimate stage. Yates leads stage 20 winner Enric Mas by one minute 46 seconds with Sunday's processional race to Madrid to come. Tradition dictates the race leader is not attacked on the final stage so he just needs to cross the line to win. Three different British riders will hold all three Grand Tour titles after Chris Froome won the Giro d'Italia and Geraint Thomas took the Tour de France. And Yates' victory will be the fifth Grand Tour triumph in a row for Britain after Froome also won last year's Tour and Vuelta.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/18 at 6:50 am

ATHLETES

Kenya's Eliud Kipchoge has set a new marathon world record with a time of two hours, one minute 39 seconds in the race over the distance in Berlin. The 33-year-old took more than a minute off the previous best which was set by compatriot Dennis Kimetto when he ran 2:02:57 in Berlin in 2014. "I lack words to describe this day," said Kipchoge. "I am really grateful, happy to smash the world record." The women's race was won by Gladys Cherono of Kenya in 2:18:11. Kipchoge is regarded as one of the greatest marathon runners of all time. He won the London Marathon for a third time earlier this year and is the Olympic champion over the distance.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/18 at 1:53 pm

CYCLING

Simon Yates won the Vuelta a Espana to complete a clean sweep of British victories in this year's Grand Tours. The 26-year-old Michelton-Scott rider crossed the line safely in Madrid on Sunday to secure his first Grand Tour, with Spain's Enric Mas second and Colombia's Miguel Angel Lopez third. Britons Chris Froome and Geraint Thomas won the Giro d'Italia and Tour de France respectively this year. Elia Viviani claimed the 100km final stage of the Vuelta in a bunch sprint. In a chaotic run-in, the Italian edged out world champion Peter Sagan and Giacomo Nizzolo for his third stage win of the race.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/18 at 7:05 am

EUROPEAN and WORLD FOOTBALL

Video assistant referees will be used in the Champions League from the 2019-20 season, Uefa has announced. VAR will also be used in the 2019 Super Cup and at Euro 2020, as well as in the Europa League from 2020-21 and the 2021 Nations League finals. The system - used at the 2018 World Cup in Russia - allows referees to review footage of key decisions. President Aleksander Ceferin said Uefa was "confident" it would have time "to put in place a robust system". He added it would also provide sufficient time to train match officials to ensure an "efficient and successful implementation of VAR" in "the world's flagship club competition". VAR was under intense scrutiny at the World Cup, where its use was allowed to clear up incidents around the awarding of goals, penalties, red cards and in cases of mistaken identity. Australia's A-League was the first top-flight league to use the system in 2017, with Major League Soccer in America soon following. England's Carabao Cup is using VAR in all fixtures held at Premier League grounds this season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/18 at 11:38 am

GOLF

2018 Ryder Cup

Venue: Le Golf National, Paris Dates: 28-30 September

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/18 at 8:10 am

GOLF

Europe thrashed the United States 17½-10½ to regain the Ryder Cup - prompting wild celebrations, tears, and one player dressing as a pillar box at Le Golf National in France.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/10/18 at 5:04 am

CYCLING

Geraint Thomas is appealing for thieves to return his Tour de France trophy after it was stolen from a cycle show. Police are investigating the theft of the Coupe Omnisports - presented each year to the winner of cycling's most famous race. It was taken after Thomas' Team Sky loaned the trophy to sponsors Pinarello to display at The Cycle Show in Birmingham. Thomas said: "The trophy means a lot to me and to the team." The black and gold handmade trophy was presented to the Welshman this summer when he became only the third Briton to win the Tour de France.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/18 at 7:03 am

SNOOKER

Snooker player Jamie Jones has been suspended over allegations he was involved in match-fixing. The 30-year-old is accused of being part of a plan to fix the outcome of a match between fellow Welshman David John and Graeme Dott in 2016.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/11/18 at 8:04 am

Rafael Nadal opens his tennis academy centre to Majorca flood victims

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/tennis/45820609

World number one Rafael Nadal has helped flood victims in his native Majorca, opening up his tennis academy on the island to the homeless and helping to clear mud and water. Video on Spanish newspaper AS showed the 32-year-old with a broom in hand as he joined the clean-up effort. "Sad day in Majorca," Nadal said on Twitter. "My sincere condolences to the relatives of the deceased." At least 10 people have died in the floods. Nadal has allowed those needing shelter to stay in his academy.

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Written By: nally on 10/22/18 at 11:46 am

NBA (basketball): Lakers have already lost their first two games of the 2018-19 season, even with Lebron James on their team.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/31/18 at 8:42 am

RUGBY UNION

Wales' record cap holder Gethin Jenkins is set to retire from rugby after playing in Sunday's home Pro14 match for Cardiff Blues against Zebre. The prop, 37, played 129 times for Wales and made five Test appearances for the British and Irish Lions. But Jenkins has had a long struggle with what the Blues call a "chronic" problem with his right knee. "The pain I have been experiencing from rugby, in my daily life, simply isn't tolerable," loose head Jenkins said.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/01/18 at 11:53 am

GYMNASTICS

Simone Biles has become the first female gymnast to win four all-around World Championships titles with victory in Doha on Thursday. The 21-year-old made some uncharacteristic slips on three of her four apparatus but still claimed gold. She beat second-placed Mai Murakami, of Japan, by nearly two points, while reigning champion and fellow American Morgan Hurd took bronze. Britain's Ellie Downie, 19, finished in 11th on her return to competition. She missed last year's World Championships and the Commonwealth Games in April after two operations on her left ankle. Biles helped the United States to an emphatic women's team victory earlier in the week. She was admitted to hospital with a kidney stone on the eve of the event.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/02/18 at 12:22 pm

GOLF

Wales' Jamie Donaldson has had surgery on his left wrist and expects to return to action in February. Donaldson, who holed the winning putt for Europe at the 2014 Ryder Cup, missed the last two tournaments of the year. The 43-year-old has won three times on the European Tour and once on the Asian Tour. In 2016 he was sidelined with a hand injury following an accident with a chainsaw.

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Written By: nally on 11/07/18 at 1:30 pm

MLB offseason news: Six MLB teams are changing managers this offseason, either due to firing, resignation, or contract not renewed. One of those teams, the Minnesota Twins, has announced that Rocco Baldelli will manage the team in 2019. Baldelli will be the first MLB manager born in the 1980s. (Not only that, he'll be the first MLB manager to be younger than me!)

Baldelli had been a player (outfielder) from 2003 through 2010, mostly with the Tampa Bay Rays. In addition, he was a hitting coach for the Rays from 2015-2017.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/18 at 1:32 am

BOXING

Floyd Mayweather says he has not agreed to face Tenshin Nasukawa in an official bout and had "never heard" of the Japanese kickboxer until this week. The former five-weight boxing world champion was said to have agreed to face Nasukawa in Japan on 31 December.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/22/18 at 4:32 pm

BOXING

Former world cruiserweight champion Tony Bellew has confirmed his retirement from boxing, 12 days after his defeat by Oleksandr Usyk.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/18 at 3:34 pm

GOLF

Thomas Pieters and Thomas Detry moved into a share of the lead after the second round of the World Cup of Golf.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/06/18 at 11:31 am

BOXING

The referee who officiated Tyson Fury's world title fight with Deontay Wilder has denied his count was slow and said he just wanted the "best for boxing". Briton Fury was knocked down in the ninth and 12th rounds but regained his feet in a stunning draw in Los Angeles. American Wilder has questioned Jack Reiss' count but Reiss says he wanted to give Fury "every opportunity". "If there was earlier, heavy damage and had been hurt, I would have waved it off," he said.

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Written By: nally on 12/07/18 at 11:46 am

MLB offseason news: Paul Goldschmidt, who had been a slugging first baseman with the Arizona Diamondbacks his whole career (through 2018), has been traded to the St. Louis Cardinals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 12/16/18 at 4:18 am

BOXING

Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez knocked Rocky Fielding down four times in an emphatic third-round stoppage win in New York. Mexican Alvarez was heavy favourite and brutal left hands to the body dropped the Briton in rounds one and two, all but ending hope of an unlikely upset. A stinging right to the jaw again downed Fielding in round three, before another left connected with the body, prompting the bout to be waved off. Alvarez now holds a minor version of the WBA world super-middleweight title.

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Written By: nally on 01/20/19 at 6:30 pm

NFL football: Rams defeat Saints 26-23 to advance to Super Bowl

https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/nfl/zuerleins-57-yard-field-goal-sends-rams-to-super-bowl/ar-BBSvP2I?ocid=spartandhp

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Written By: nally on 01/21/19 at 12:31 pm

NFL football: Rams defeat Saints 26-23 to advance to Super Bowl

https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/nfl/zuerleins-57-yard-field-goal-sends-rams-to-super-bowl/ar-BBSvP2I?ocid=spartandhp

And their opponent will be the New England Patriots.

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Written By: nally on 01/22/19 at 11:08 pm

Baseball Hall Of Fame Election, 2019:

Mariano Rivera was elected unanimously to the National Baseball Hall Of Fame!! This is the first time that a player has received 100% of the vote. O0 Congratulations to Mariano; he clearly deserved it. O0

Other electees include: Edgar Martinez (as a designated hitter; spent his entire career with the Seattle Mariners), Mike Mussina, and the late Roy Halladay.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/07/19 at 9:44 am

HORSE RACING

An outbreak of equine flu has led to British horse racing meetings being cancelled and fears over the impact on next month's Cheltenham Festival.

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Written By: karen on 02/11/19 at 12:24 pm

Six Nations Rugby

England beat France 44 -8

Saturday 23rd will be England against Wales

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Written By: nally on 02/17/19 at 4:36 pm

MLB Spring Training is going to start soon; in fact, the players have already reported to their training camps, with first full-squad workouts happening this week.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/20/19 at 10:22 am

GOLF

Steve Stricker will captain the United States as they try to reclaim the Ryder Cup at Whistling Straits in 2020.

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Written By: nally on 02/25/19 at 7:21 pm

MLB Spring Training is going to start soon; in fact, the players have already reported to their training camps, with first full-squad workouts happening this week.

And while Spring Training games began last weekend, one key free agent finally signed a deal with a new team. Infielder Manny Marchado agreed to a multi-year contract with the San Diego Padres.

In about a month (or sooner), I will probably start the MLB 2019 thread if no one else does.

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Written By: nally on 02/26/19 at 6:11 pm

And while Spring Training games began last weekend, one key free agent finally signed a deal with a new team. Infielder Manny Marchado agreed to a multi-year contract with the San Diego Padres.

In about a month (or sooner), I will probably start the MLB 2019 thread if no one else does.

The other notable free agent out there, Bryce Harper, is supposedly close to signing a deal with a new team (after spending his first seven seasons with the Washington Nationals).

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Written By: nally on 03/01/19 at 12:42 am

The other notable free agent out there, Bryce Harper, is supposedly close to signing a deal with a new team (after spending his first seven seasons with the Washington Nationals).

And he did, earlier today (Thursday): a 13-year $330million deal with the Philadelphia Phillies! This contract is good through the year 2031, and it contains a no-trade clause.

At the end of the 2031 regular season, he'll be roughly the age I am now, and I'll already be 51!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/02/19 at 7:18 am

Katarina Johnson-Thompson took gold in the pentathlon and Laura Muir retained her 3,000m title in style as Britain led the standings after day one of the European Indoor Championships.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/02/19 at 8:57 am

WOMEN'S GOLF

England's Jodi Ewart Shadoff is two shots off the lead heading into Sunday's final round of the Women's World Championship in Singapore.

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Written By: karen on 03/10/19 at 12:06 pm

Katarina Johnson-Thompson took gold in the pentathlon and Laura Muir retained her 3,000m title in style as Britain led the standings after day one of the European Indoor Championships.

An old girl from the school I work at competed in the 800m - she made it to the final

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/19 at 8:06 am

An old girl from the school I work at competed in the 800m - she made it to the final
O0

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/19 at 8:07 am

HORSE RACING

The second day of the Cheltenham Festival is set to go ahead as planned after an early course inspection. There were fears that predicted gusts of up to 50mph could prove dangerous because of the track's temporary stands. But the course passed a preliminary inspection at 06:00 GMT on Wednesday, two hours earlier than expected. Clerk of the course Simon Claisse said: "The prospect of higher wind speeds and gusts have receded." At the 2008 festival, Wednesday racing was called off because of high winds, with races rescheduled to bumper cards on the Thursday and Friday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/19 at 12:05 pm

HORSE RACING

The 12-1 chance Al Boum Photo, ridden by Paul Townend, put in a superb display to give trainer Willie Mullins a first Cheltenham Gold Cup victory. Mullins, the Festival's most successful trainer, had previously finished second six times in the prestigious race.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/19 at 6:12 pm

RUGBY UNION

The Six Nations comes to a grandstand finish on Saturday with Wales chasing a Grand Slam and England and Ireland hoping to snatch the title from them. Wales will wrap up the title and complete their first tournament clean sweep since 2012 if they beat Ireland. But defeat in their 14:45 GMT match in Cardiff would open up the title race. Barring an improbably emphatic Ireland victory, England would lift the title by beating Scotland but a Scottish win would see Ireland retain the trophy. Wales are aiming to land their fourth Grand Slam of the Six Nations era, with two already won under coach Warren Gatland, who is leaving his post after this autumn's World Cup.

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Written By: nally on 03/16/19 at 10:03 pm

HORSE RACING

The 12-1 chance Al Boum Photo, ridden by Paul Townend, put in a superb display to give trainer Willie Mullins a first Cheltenham Gold Cup victory. Mullins, the Festival's most successful trainer, had previously finished second six times in the prestigious race.

Horse racing in California has been on hold as of late, due to numerous horse deaths at the Santa Anita Race Track in Arcadia, California. :\'(

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/19 at 10:39 am

Incredible! Is this the luckiest penalty you'll ever see?

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/av/football/47865731

Hoping that the video works abroad?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/19 at 5:13 pm

U.S. Masters

Tiger Woods says his Masters triumph is "right up there" with his greatest achievements, having faced "serious doubts" he would ever contend again. Woods, 43, won a fifth Green Jacket at Augusta National on Sunday, his first major win in 11 years and a first since having four operations on his back. The 15-time major winner said he "could barely walk" before surgery and his children had seen golf cause "pain". "We're creating new memories for them and it's just very special," he said.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/17/19 at 5:41 am

SWIMMING

Adam Peaty won the 100m breaststroke at the British Championships in Glasgow to seal his place on the British team for this year's World Championships.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/19 at 3:25 am

LONDON MARATHON

Four-time Olympic champion Mo Farah says it would be an "amazing achievement" to topple Eliud Kipchoge at today's London Marathon. Kenyan Kipchoge set the world record of two hours one minute 39 seconds in Berlin in September - three and a half minutes faster than Farah's best - and has three of the top 10 marathon times. "Eliud is a great athlete and the world record holder," said the Briton, 36. "I'm going to go out there and give it my best."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/19 at 7:46 am

LONDON MARATHON

Kenya's Eliud Kipchoge ran the second fastest marathon in history to win the London Marathon for a fourth time as Britain's Mo Farah finished fifth.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/19 at 4:29 am

London Marathon: Big Ben runner gets stuck at finish line

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-48084878

A London Marathon runner dressed as Big Ben got stuck at the finish line after he tried to break a world record. Lukas Bates, from Maidstone, Kent, tried to get into the Guinness World Records Book for fastest marathon time dressed as a landmark. The current record stands at three hours, 34 minutes and 34 seconds. Mr Bates finished with a time of three hours and 54 minutes. The 30-year-old needed help from a race volunteer to complete the marathon. The top of his Big Ben costume clipped the top of the finish line arch.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/01/19 at 3:39 am

Caster Semenya Q&A: Who is she; what is DSD; why is her case important?

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/athletics/48114137

Potentially one of the most pivotal moments in modern sport will occur not on a track, pitch or court, but in a plush office building in the Swiss city of Lausanne on Wednesday. The Court of Arbitration in Sport (Cas) is expected to announce a verdict on one of athletics' biggest names - South Africa's Caster Semenya - and her right to compete as a woman. Caster Semenya is one of the most dominant stars of modern athletics. A double Olympic gold medallist and three-time world champion over 800m, the 28-year-old South African has won her past 29 races over the distance.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/01/19 at 5:21 am

Caster Semenya Q&A: Who is she; what is DSD; why is her case important?

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/athletics/48114137

Potentially one of the most pivotal moments in modern sport will occur not on a track, pitch or court, but in a plush office building in the Swiss city of Lausanne on Wednesday. The Court of Arbitration in Sport (Cas) is expected to announce a verdict on one of athletics' biggest names - South Africa's Caster Semenya - and her right to compete as a woman. Caster Semenya is one of the most dominant stars of modern athletics. A double Olympic gold medallist and three-time world champion over 800m, the 28-year-old South African has won her past 29 races over the distance.
Caster Semenya loses Cas appeal over new IAAF testosterone rules

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/athletics/48102479

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/01/19 at 6:24 pm

HORSE RACING

Star jockey Ruby Walsh announced his retirement immediately after riding joint favourite Kemboy to victory in the Punchestown Gold Cup. The 39-year-old has been one of the finest National Hunt jockeys in history, riding over 2,500 winners in a 24-year career. His total of 59 Cheltenham Festival successes is more than any other rider and he won the Grand National twice. "I think I knew going out that if he won I wouldn't ride again," he said.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/19 at 7:00 am

SNOOKER

Judd Trump's maiden world title triumph could herald a new "era of dominance from one player", says seven-time world champion Stephen Hendry. Trump, 29, dismantled John Higgins 18-9 in a breathtaking final to claim the World Championship for the first time. Five-time world champion Ronnie O'Sullivan says Trump's performance has taken the sport "to another level". And Trump, long touted as a world champion, said it was a relief to finally have "a dream come true".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/19 at 8:36 am

RUGBY UNION

England back row James Haskell is to retire at the end of the season. The 34-year-old, who has won 77 caps and played in the past two World Cups, has struggled with ankle and toe problems with Northampton this season. He joined Wasps in 2002 and spent seven years with the club before moving to Stade Francais, the Ricoh Black Rams in Japan and Super Rugby's Highlanders. Haskell returned to Wasps in 2013 and moved to Saints last summer, but has only played four times this season.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/19 at 11:12 am

GOLF

Fifteen-time major winner Tiger Woods has been presented with America's highest civilian honour by President Donald Trump in Washington.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/golf/48179361

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/19 at 3:40 pm

GOLF

Sweden's Marcus Kinhult won his maiden European Tour title by beating England's Matt Wallace at the final hole of the British Masters.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/19 at 4:46 pm

DIVING

Britain's Tom Daley won World Series bronze in the men's 10m platform and another in the mixed 3m synchro with partner Grace Reid, in Kazan.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/19 at 1:16 pm

BOXING

Florida prosecutors have dropped all charges against UFC star Conor McGregor after he was arrested for allegedly smashing a fan's phone.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/19 at 9:17 am

GOLF

US PGA Championship organisers will meet with John Daly to discuss where he "can go and can't go" when he uses a buggy at this week's major.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/17/19 at 12:33 am

GOLF

US PGA Championship first round leaderboard, Bethpage Black Course

-7 B Koepka (US); -6 D Lee (NZ); -3 T Fleetwood (Eng); -2 M Lorenzo-Vera (Fra), C Reavie (US), L List (US), S Kang (Kor), P Perez (US)

Selected others: -1 M Wallace (Eng), R Fowler (US), D Johnson (US), J Spieth (US), P Mickelson (US); Level J Rose (Eng), G McDowell (NI), P Casey (Eng); +2 F Molinari (Ita), T Woods (US), R McIlroy (NI), I Poulter (Eng)

Defending champion Brooks Koepka ripped up the Bethpage Black Course with a stunning seven-under 63 during the first round of the US PGA Championship.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/18/19 at 6:23 am

GOLF

US PGA Championship second round leaderboard, Bethpage Black Course

-12 B Koepka (US); -5 J Spieth (US), A Scott (Aus); -4 D Berger (US), D Johnson (US), K Kraft (US), M Wallace (Eng), L List (US); -3 J Rose (Eng)

Selected others: -2 T Fleetwood (Eng), L Oosthuizen (SA), R Fowler (US); Level M Fitzpatrick (Eng), P Mickelson (US), T Hatton (Eng), F Molinari (Ita); +1 P Casey (Eng), D Willett (Eng); +2 G McDowell (NI), +3 R McIlroy (NI), J Day (Aus)

Missed cut: +5 T Woods (US), S Garcia (Spa); +6 I Poulter (Eng)

Brooks Koepka extended his lead at the US PGA Championship with the lowest 36-hole score in major championship history as Tiger Woods missed the cut.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/31/19 at 5:26 am

ATHLETICS

Britain's Dina Asher-Smith beat Olympic champion Elaine Thompson and world champion Dafne Schippers to claim victory in the Diamond League 200m. European champion Asher-Smith, 23, posted a world-lead 22.18 seconds despite windy conditions in Stockholm. Scottish European indoor champion Laura Muir cruised to victory in the 1500m, clocking four minutes 5.39 seconds. Fellow Scot Eilish McColgan finished seventh in the 5,000m, a day after her house was burgled. On her convincing victory, Asher-Smith said: "I'm really happy. I wasn't anticipating the time that I ran. In these conditions and at this time of the year, it's really good.

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Written By: MyAdidas on 06/07/19 at 10:15 pm

Football- Hazard to Real Madrid.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/19 at 7:34 am

CYCLING

Britain's four-time Tour de France winner Chris Froome was taken to hospital and will miss the rest of the Criterium du Dauphine after crashing before stage four.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/19 at 4:14 pm

GOLF

Fifteen-time major champion Tiger Woods says he hopes he has another "10 years" to win majors ahead of the US Open in California. The 43-year-old ended an 11-year wait to claim a 15th major at the Masters in Augusta in April. "Hypothetically if I give myself another 10 years that's 40 majors," Woods said on Tuesday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/14/19 at 7:22 am

CYCLING

Britain's four-time Tour de France winner Chris Froome was taken to hospital and will miss the rest of the Criterium du Dauphine after crashing before stage four.
Britain's Chris Froome is facing "at least six months" away from cycling, says the surgeon who operated on him after Wednesday's serious crash.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/14/19 at 9:08 am

U.S. OPEN
Venue: Pebble Beach, California.

First-round leaderboard:

-6 J Rose (Eng); -5 R Fowler (US), X Schauffele (US), L Oosthuizen (SA), A Wise (US); -4 S Piercy (US), N Lashley (US)

Selected others: -3 R McIlroy (NI), F Molinari (Ita), H Stenson (Swe); -2 B Koepka (US), G McDowell (NI), M Fitzpatrick (Eng); -1 T Woods (US), T Hatton (Eng), M Wallace (Eng), P Casey (Eng); Level D Johnson (US), D Willett (Eng), T Fleetwood (Eng)
England's Justin Rose finished with three successive birdies to hold a one-shot first-round lead at the US Open.

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Written By: nally on 06/14/19 at 11:09 am

NBA Finals 2019:

Congratulations to the Toronto Raptors; they captured their first-ever NBA championship last night by defeating the Golden State Warriors 4 games to 2.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/15/19 at 2:50 am

U.S. OPEN
Venue: Pebble Beach, California.

US Open second-round leaderboard:

-9 G Woodland (US); -7 J Rose (Eng); -6 L Oosthuizen (SA); -5 A Wise (US), R McIlroy (NI)

Selected others: -4 B Koepka (US), M Wallace (Eng); -3 H Stenson (Swe), A Scott (Aus), G McDowell (NI), S Garcia (Spa); -2 F Molinari (Ita) D Johnson (US); -1 J Spieth (US);P Mickelson (US); Level T Woods (US);+2 T Fleetwood (Eng) T Hatton (Eng)

England's Justin Rose is two shots behind halfway leader Gary Woodland at the 119th US Open at Pebble Beach.

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Written By: MyAdidas on 06/21/19 at 3:00 am

Tampa Bay Rays might split season in Montreal.

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Written By: nally on 06/29/19 at 8:25 pm

Tampa Bay Rays might split season in Montreal.

I heard rumours about that for next year. :o

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Written By: nally on 06/29/19 at 8:28 pm

U.S. OPEN
Venue: Pebble Beach, California.

US Open second-round leaderboard:

-9 G Woodland (US); -7 J Rose (Eng); -6 L Oosthuizen (SA); -5 A Wise (US), R McIlroy (NI)

Selected others: -4 B Koepka (US), M Wallace (Eng); -3 H Stenson (Swe), A Scott (Aus), G McDowell (NI), S Garcia (Spa); -2 F Molinari (Ita) D Johnson (US); -1 J Spieth (US);P Mickelson (US); Level T Woods (US);+2 T Fleetwood (Eng) T Hatton (Eng)

England's Justin Rose is two shots behind halfway leader Gary Woodland at the 119th US Open at Pebble Beach.

I know this tournament ended two weeks ago, but I thought I would add to it:

Gary Woodland won his first major title by three strokes over world number one Brooks Koepka. Ranked 25th coming into the tournament, and having never finished in the top 20 in the U.S. Open previously, he was generally seen as a surprise victor. Koepka had won four of the last nine majors, and was attempting to become the first player to win three straight U.S. Opens since 1905. Mr. Woodland finished at 13 under par.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/19 at 1:28 pm

I know this tournament ended two weeks ago, but I thought I would add to it:

Gary Woodland won his first major title by three strokes over world number one Brooks Koepka. Ranked 25th coming into the tournament, and having never finished in the top 20 in the U.S. Open previously, he was generally seen as a surprise victor. Koepka had won four of the last nine majors, and was attempting to become the first player to win three straight U.S. Opens since 1905. Mr. Woodland finished at 13 under par.
Thank you, for me being offline I did forget about the US Open, and never checked to see who did win it,

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/19 at 6:56 am

Filippo Magnini: Italian Olympic swimming star saves drowning newly-wed

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-48907695

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/19 at 10:05 am

RUGBY UNION

Centre Ben Te'o and full-back Mike Brown will not have a final chance to impress head coach Eddie Jones after being left out of the squad to face Wales this weekend. Scrum-half Ben Spencer and rookie forward Alex Dombrandt have also been excluded from the 33-man group. Jones will name his World Cup squad of 31 the day after Sunday's warm-up at Twickenham. England then face Wales in Cardiff before games with Ireland and Italy.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/06/19 at 12:50 pm

WOMEN'S GOLF: Women's British OPen

Final round leaderboard
-18 H Shibuno (Jpn); -17 L Salas (US); -16 YJ Ko (Kor); -15 M Pressel (US); -14 A Buhai (SA); -12 C Boutier (Fra); -11 C Ciganda (Spa), HS Park (Kor); -9 Jeongeun Lee6 (Kor), N Korda (US)

Selected others: -8 A Jutanugarn (Tha), M Lee (Aus); -7 L Thompson (US); -5 C Hull (Eng); -3 B Law (Eng), G Hall (Eng); -2 B Henderson (Can)

Japan's Hinako Shibuno birdied the last hole to clinch a stunning win in the Women's British Open at Woburn. Shibuno, 20, led by two shots overnight but was soon caught by USA's Lizette Salas in a thrilling final round. Salas fired the week's lowest round - a seven-under-par 65 - but Shibuno had five birdies on the back nine to win by one shot in her first major. England's Charley Hull and Bronte Law slipped out of contention with rounds of four and six over respectively.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/09/19 at 3:26 am

AMERICAN FOOTBALL

Former Wasps and England winger Christian Wade scored a sensational 65-yard touchdown with his first carry on his Buffalo Bills debut. Wade, 27, ran through a huge hole in the Indianapolis Colts defence to score in a 24-16 pre-season friendly victory. The running back quit rugby union in October 2018 to pursue an NFL career, joining the Bills in April.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/13/19 at 10:29 am

BOXING

Tyson Fury has been warned he "has everything to lose" by Sweden's Otto Wallin as the 14 September bout between the pair was confirmed. News of 30-year-old Fury's Las Vegas contest with Wallin broke on 2 August. The Briton is expected to face WBC world heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder in 2020 if he wins. "I know I'm an underdog in this fight, but I'm ready for this opportunity and I'm going to grab it with both hands," said Wallin, 28. "Anybody can get beat and especially in the heavyweight division. I like the fact that I have everything to gain and Tyson has everything to lose."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/14/19 at 1:59 pm

GOLF

Castlerock Golf Club is bidding to host the 2021 Irish Open, with initial talks with European Tour officials having already taken place. Castlerock hopes to follow other Northern Ireland venues Royal Portrush, Royal County Down and Portstewart as a host for the Rolex Series tournament. Tourism Northern Ireland are understood to be backing Castlerock's bid. "We are aiming as high as we can and see where it takes us," said Castlerock general manager Bert McKay. "It's the national championship and one of the biggest events on the European Tour now.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/19 at 6:48 am

HORSE RACING

Crystal Ocean, the world's top-rated horse, heads the runners in the Juddmonte International as four days of top-class racing at Yorkshire Ebor Festival start on Wednesday. The five-year-old trained by Sir Michael Stoute was narrow runner-up to Enable in an epic King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes at Ascot last month. John Gosden's King Of Comedy and the Aidan O'Brien pair of Circus Maximus and Japan are among rivals at York Racecourse (15:35 BST). Enable lines up in the Yorkshire Oaks on Thursday before her bid for an unprecedented third Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe victory in October.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/19 at 2:29 am

RUGBY UNION

Ben Te'o's England career is over after he signed a short-term deal with French Top 14 side Toulon. The centre, who has 18 caps, was left out of Eddie Jones' World Cup squad last week, but will now be ineligible for a call-up in the event of injury. It comes after the Rugby Football Union reiterated its selection policy with regard to foreign-based players. It is understood he was involved in an off-field altercation during England's summer training camp in Italy.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/19 at 9:44 am

Former England rugby union international James Haskell has signed a deal to fight with mixed martial arts promotion Bellator MMA. The 34-year-old is expected to make his debut as a heavyweight next year. The former Wasps and Northampton Saints flanker, who won 77 caps for England, retired from rugby in May.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/19 at 11:15 am

RUGBY UNION

George Ford and Owen Farrell will start together for the first time in over a year when they line up for England against Ireland on Saturday. Captain Farrell partners Manu Tuilagi in the centres for the first time in a Test match. Flankers Sam Underhill and Tom Curry are both named in the back row. "This weekend we will be looking to gain more match fitness and test different sorts of game strategies," said boss Eddie Jones.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/22/19 at 11:26 am

EQUESTRIANISM

Sophie Wells has claimed Britain's second medal of the European Championships - a silver in the Para-dressage Grade V freestyle event. The double Paralympic champion, 29, scored 75.595% on her horse C Fatal Attraction in Rotterdam, just 0.215% behind the gold medal position. "It's a bit frustrating as of course I'd have liked to start off slightly better but we had no mistakes," she said. Dutch rider Frank Hosmar took gold. Nicky Greenhill, competing in her first championship finished fourth in the Grade IV championship with King Edward I.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/24/19 at 5:05 pm

BOXING

Sergey Kovalev survived an eighth-round scare to knock out Britain's Anthony Yarde and defend his WBO world light-heavyweight title in a thrilling fight.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/19 at 3:38 am

RUGBY UNION

England produce a dominant performance and run in eight tries as they hammer Ireland 57-15 in the World Cup warm-up match at Twickenham.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/19 at 5:05 pm

GOLF

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy won the Tour Championship for a second time to secure the FedEx Cup title. McIlroy, 30, finished on 18 under par, four shots clear of second-placed Xander Schauffele and five ahead of third-round leader and world number one Brooks Koepka at East Lake Golf Club. He pockets $15m (£12.2m) - a prize fund he has previously questioned. "To play like that alongside Brooks and win, it's awesome," McIlroy told the Golf Channel.

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Written By: Dude111 on 08/27/19 at 2:50 am

it begins with brett favre wettin' em.

Yes and it continues....... This sure is a long thread Tia :)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/19 at 3:38 am

WOMEN'S GOLF

World number one Ko Jin-young's bogey-free streak has ended after 114 holes at the Portland Classic. The South Korean's run, which the LPGA believes to be its longest, beats the PGA Tour record of 110 bogey-free holes set by Tiger Woods in 2000. Ko, 24, missed a three-foot putt for par on the ninth at Columbia Edgewater during an opening four-under-par 68. She last dropped a shot on the second hole of the third round of the Women's British Open on 3 August. "It's cool. I want to do again - 115 holes bogey-free hopefully," said Ko after Thursday's round.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/19 at 4:56 pm

ATHLETICS

Europe comfortably beat the United States to win the inaugural The Match athletics event in Minsk, Belarus.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/athletics/49656902

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/19 at 2:25 am

WOMEN'S GOLF

All four Englishwomen in Europe's Solheim Cup team will play in Friday's opening foursomes at Gleneagles. England's Bronte Law and Spain's Carlota Ciganda play US pairing Morgan Pressel and Marina Alex in the opening match at 08:10 BST as Europe bid to regain the trophy from the United States. The 16th staging of the competition features 24 of the world's leading players going head-to-head in matchplay format. The tournament follows the same structure as the Ryder Cup with 28 matches being played over three days.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/19 at 2:29 am

BOXING

Tyson Fury battled to a rugged points win over Otto Wallin as he fought for over nine rounds with heavy cuts to maintain his unbeaten record in a dramatic bout in Las Vegas.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/19 at 2:54 am

RUGBY UNION

Former Wales rugby captain Gareth Thomas has revealed he is HIV positive, saying he wants to "break the stigma" around the condition.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-49675303

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/19 at 2:04 pm

WOMEN'S GOLF

Europe won the last three singles matches to seal a sensational 14½-13½ Solheim Cup victory over the United States at Gleneagles. Bronte Law, who moments earlier won her match on the 17th, sprinted up the 18th fairway to join the celebrations after wildcard pick Suzann Pettersen holed an eight-foot putt on the last to win the trophy. "She got a bit of stick for getting that pick, but it shows she was the right one," said Europe captain Catriona Matthew. "For it to come down to the last game was amazing. I could barely watch, it's far worse watching. "Everyone will remember that final putt but we had to get there. It's been a great week, with great performances throughout the team."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/19 at 4:44 am

ATHLETICS

Kenya's Ruth Chepngetich won the women's marathon at the World Championships as 28 of the 68 starters withdrew in gruelling conditions in Doha. In a race that started at midnight local time, Briton Charlotte Purdue was among the athletes to pull out in temperatures of 32C and with humidity reaching over 70%. Organisers decided to go ahead with the event in its scheduled slot despite fears that the conditions might not be conducive for marathon running. Linet Chebet of Uganda was taken away in an ambulance after failing to complete the distance, while Italy's Sara Dossena, another who did not finish, was seen in a wheelchair. Ethiopia's marathon coach Haji Adillo Roba witnessed his trio of athletes stop, including Tokyo Marathon winner Ruti Aga. "We never would have run a marathon in these conditions in our own country," he told BBC Sport.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/19 at 5:07 am

RUGBY UNION

2019 Rugby World Cup Pool A: Japan v Ireland

Japan: 19-12 Ireland

Hosts Japan pulled off one of the biggest upsets in Rugby World Cup history as they beat world number two-ranked Ireland 19-12 in Shizuoka.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/29/19 at 3:26 am

ATHLETICS

Christian Coleman shrugged off the controversy of his build-up to the World Championships to win the 100m final in 9.76 seconds.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/29/19 at 6:25 am

RUGBY UNION

2019 Rugby World Cup:

Australia 25-29 Wales

Wales overcame Australia in an utterly enthralling encounter in Tokyo to secure a second win from their opening two Rugby World Cup games.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/19 at 11:32 am

ATHLETICS

Noah Lyles takes the men's 200m gold for USA as Britain's Adam Gemili narrowly misses out on a medal at the World Championships in Doha.

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Written By: nally on 10/02/19 at 2:11 pm

In MLB news, the postseason has just started (as noted in the baseball thread). However, six teams (none of which reached the postseason this year) will be looking for new managers this offseason: the Cubs, Padres, Pirates, Giants, Angels, and Royals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/04/19 at 1:41 am

ATHLETICS

Katarina Johnson-Thompson has ended her wait for her first global outdoor title by powering to heptathlon gold at the World Championships. The 26-year-old, previously without an outdoor medal at this level, won with a British record 6,981 points, beating 2017 champion Nafissatou Thiam by 304 points. Austria's Verena Preiner took third.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/04/19 at 10:13 am

RUGBY UNION

2019 Rugby World Cup:

South Africa 49-3 Italy

South Africa kept their World Cup hopes alive with a routine bonus-point win over Italy, who had prop Andrea Lovotti sent off for a tip-tackle.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/05/19 at 2:14 am

ATHLETICS

Dina Asher-Smith's hopes of a third 2019 World Championships medal remained intact as both Britain's 4x100m relay teams qualified for Saturday's finals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/05/19 at 6:12 am

RUGBY UNION

2019 World Cup:

England 39-10 Argentina

England ran in six tries against the 14 men of Argentina to make it three bonus-point wins from three and guarantee themselves a place in the World Cup quarter-finals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/19 at 2:24 am

ATHLETICS

Dina Asher-Smith became the first Briton to win three medals at a major global athletics championships as the 4x100m relay team won world silver. Asher-Smith, who won 200m gold and 100m silver this week, was on the second leg instead of the anchor leg after a late change as Great Britain finished behind Jamaica. Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, the 100m champion, won her second title in Doha. Defending champions the United States took bronze.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/19 at 5:37 am

RUGBY UNION

2019 World Cup: Pool B

France 23- 21 Tonga

France will play England to decide who tops Pool C on Saturday after they finally subdued a battling Tonga.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/19 at 9:23 am

RUGBY UNION

Rugby World Cup Pool A

Scotland 61-0 Russia

Scotland set up a World Cup showdown with Japan with a comfortable bonus-point win over Russia in Shizuoka.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/19 at 10:00 am

RUGBY UNION

England's rugby team are preparing for their World Cup match with France to be moved or cancelled as Typhoon Hagabis continues its destructive path towards Japan. World Rugby will announce at 04:00 BST on Thursday where or whether the game might take place, with the category five super typhoon on course to hit the main island of Honshu some time on Saturday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/19 at 11:41 am

RUGBY UNION

Wing Josh Adams scored a hat-trick to guide Wales to the World Cup quarter-finals with a pulsating 29-17 victory over Fiji in Oita.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/19 at 3:23 am

RUGBY UNION

Scotland's World Cup game with Japan will go ahead on Sunday, World Rugby has confirmed.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/19 at 4:37 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

St Helens claimed their seventh Super League title and first since 2014 by comfortably beating Salford Red Devils (23-6) in the Grand Final at Old Trafford.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/19 at 6:32 am

2019 Rugby World Cup:

Wales 35-13 Uruguay

A shadow Wales side laboured to a bonus-point victory over minnows Uruguay to set up a World Cup quarter-final against France.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/19 at 10:58 am

GYMNASTICS

Simone Biles became the most decorated gymnast in World Championships history with two more golds on Sunday. The American, 22, surpassed the overall medal record held by Vitaly Scherbo by winning on the balance beam - her 24th medal, 18 of them gold - in Stuttgart. Biles put in another sublime display to post a score of 15.066 and pick up her fourth gold of these championships. She then produced a stunning 15.133 to beat compatriot Sunisa Lee, 16, and win another gold in the floor final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/19 at 12:11 pm

RUGBY UNION

2019 Rugby World Cup Pool A:

Japan 28-21 Scotland

Scotland crashed out of the Rugby World Cup at the pool stage for only the second time after being beaten by an irrepressible Japan in Yokohama.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/19 at 1:42 pm

CYCLING

Britain's Chris Froome has called the route for the 107th edition of the Tour de France "brutal" as he aims for a record-equalling fifth title. Riders will face 29 mountains on the 3,470km (2,156-mile) 21-stage route, which starts in Nice on 27 June. Froome's hopes may rest on the mountain time trial at La Planche des Belles Filles before the traditional final sprint stage in Paris on 19 July. "It will be won and lost in the mountains but that suits me," he said.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/19 at 5:52 am

RUGBY UNION

2019 Rugby World Cup: Quarter-Final

England 40-16 Australia

England are into the World Cup semi-finals for the first time in 12 years as they ruthlessly dispatched old rivals Australia.

Subject: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Dude111 on 10/19/19 at 5:52 pm

This thread is awesome!!!!!!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/19 at 8:31 am

RUGBY UNION

New Zealand head coach Steve Hansen has sprung a surprise by dropping flanker Sam Cane to the bench and picking Scott Barrett for Saturday's crunch World Cup semi-final against England in Yokohama.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/19 at 9:04 am

RUGBY UNION

South Africa wing Cheslin Kolbe has been ruled out of Sunday's World Cup semi-final against Wales. Cheslin left the field late on in the quarter-final win against hosts Japan. The 23-year-old sat out training this week having also been ruled out of South Africa's game against Canada because of an ankle problem. Kolbe has been replaced by Sbu Nkosi. South Africa's 23 is otherwise the same as it was for their quarter-final win.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/24/19 at 12:27 pm

BOXING

Conor McGregor says he will make his UFC return on 18 January 2020 - despite announcing his retirement from mixed martial arts earlier this year. The 31-year-old has not fought in the octagon since his defeat by Russia's Khabib Nurmagomedov at UFC 229 in October 2018. McGregor told a news conference on Thursday that he is "in prime physical condition" to fight. "This date is agreed. I don't care who will be my opponent," McGregor said.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/19 at 1:34 am

RUGBY UNION

England are into their first Rugby World Cup final in 12 years after a brilliant demolition of three-time world champions New Zealand (19-7).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/19 at 3:06 am

RUGBY UNION

Wing George North says his World Cup form has been "mixed" but believes Wales are in a stronger position than ever to reach a first final. Wales face South Africa in today's semi-final in Yokohama. North, 27, is Wales' third highest try-scorer of all-time with 39 but has crossed only once in four matches in Japan. "Mixed if I'm honest. Obviously this is the biggest stage and where you want to be playing your best rugby," he said. "I've not been playing badly but not to where I want to be. "But to say where we are now in a semi-final and to be part of it is something special."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/19 at 6:40 am

2019 Rugby World Cup semi-final

Wales 16- 19 South Africa

Wales missed out on a first World Cup final in gut-wrenching fashion as Handre Pollard's 76th-minute penalty snatched victory for South Africa in a gripping semi-final to set up a showdown against England.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/19 at 11:52 am

RUGBY UNION

England head coach Eddie Jones has responded to Wales counterpart Warren Gatland suggesting they had already played their "World Cup final" in the win over New Zealand. Gatland was speaking after his side lost 19-16 to South Africa, a day after England beat the All Blacks 19-7 in the tournament's first semi-final. "You just send my best wishes to Warren to make sure he enjoys the third and fourth place play-off," said Jones in a tongue-in-cheek comment at England's news conference. At the weekend, Gatland had added: "We have seen in previous World Cups that teams sometimes play their final in semi-finals and don't always turn up for a final. "So it will be interesting to see how England are next week and it could be a good game."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/19 at 3:35 pm

GOLF

Tiger Woods equalled the PGA Tour record of 82 tournament wins with victory at the Zozo Championship. The 43-year-old world number 10 had seven holes to finish in Japan on Monday as he matched fellow American Sam Snead's record, set in 1965. It was his first event since having his fifth knee operation nine weeks ago. In April, Woods won his first major for 11 years with victory at the Masters, leaving him three short of Jack Nicklaus' record of 18 major titles. Snead was aged 52 when he won for the final time on the PGA Tour, while Nicklaus was 46 when he lifted the last of his major trophies.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/01/19 at 6:55 am

RUGBY UNION

2019 Rugby World Cup bronze final

Wales 17-40 New Zealand

Warren Gatland's 12-year reign in charge of Wales ended with a 40-17 defeat against New Zealand in the World Cup bronze match in Tokyo.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/01/19 at 3:07 pm

RUGBY UNION

England fans will be glued to television screens up and down the country on Saturday morning as 15 men wearing white line up to face South Africa in the Rugby World Cup final. The game, which kicks off at 09:00 GMT, is being played in Japan but almost 6,000 miles away back home excitement has already reached fever pitch. It has been 12 years since England were in the final and 16 years since they won it, so fans are understandably getting pretty excited at the prospect of captain Owen Farrell lifting the Webb Ellis Cup. The Queen has also sent a letter of support via Prince Harry to England's head coach Eddie Jones calling for a "memorable and successful" final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/02/19 at 6:41 am

RUGBY UNION

2019 Rugby World Cup Final Result

England 12 -32 South Africa: (12)

South Africa broke English hearts with a ruthless display of power rugby to seize their third Rugby World Cup in devastating fashion.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/19 at 8:58 am

RUGBY UNION

Wales centre Jonathan Davies will miss the Six Nations after having knee surgery following the World Cup. Davies is out of action for at least six months after picking up the injury during the World Cup against Fiji. The 31-year-old British and Irish Lion missed the quarter-final against France but returned for the semi-final defeat against South Africa and bronze medal match against New Zealand. Rhys Patchell is also out for at least three months after a shoulder injury.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/27/19 at 2:45 am

RUGBY UNION

Rugby player Israel Folau has upped his demands for compensation from Rugby Australia to A$14m (£7.4m; $9.5m), following his high-profile sacking.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/20 at 11:40 am

SNOOKER

Ding Junhui suffered a shock 6-3 defeat by Joe Perry in the opening match of this year's Masters in London. The Chinese player arrived in fine form having won the UK Championship in York last month, but despite a 135 break in frame two, he was never ahead. Englishman Perry, the world number 16 who reached the final of this event in 2017, was too consistent and breaks of 71, 93 and 83 secured victory. In Sunday's evening match, three-time winner Mark Selby faces Ali Carter.

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Written By: nally on 01/12/20 at 2:51 pm

NFL playoffs: Rams aren't in it this time.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/13/20 at 2:57 pm

GOLF

Australian Cameron Smith claimed the PGA Tour's Sony Open and said he hoped his play-off win would allow people in his country to "smile for a moment or two" during the bushfire crisis. Smith, 26, won the first play-off hole at Hawaii's Waialae Country Club to beat American Brendan Steele. Smith's uncle Warren has lost his home in the bushfires in Australia. "Australia is doing it tough right now and the focus is probably not on my golf, for good reason," said Smith.

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Written By: nally on 01/13/20 at 6:39 pm

MLB offseason news:

The "Astros Cheating Scandal" heats up as MLB hands down unprecedented penalties for Astros after sign-stealing investigation during the 2017 World Series.

Full story here.

In the most dramatic ruling of his five-year tenure, baseball commissioner Rob Manfred came down hard on the Astros Monday for illegally stealing signs during their World Series championship season in 2017.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/20 at 3:03 am

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Barcelona have sacked coach Ernesto Valverde and replaced him with former Real Betis coach Quique Setien.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 01/15/20 at 12:03 am

MLB offseason news:

The "Astros Cheating Scandal" heats up as MLB hands down unprecedented penalties for Astros after sign-stealing investigation during the 2017 World Series.

Full story here.

And earlier today it was announced that Alex Cora, who was on that Astros coaching staff in 2017 and became Red Sox manager the following year, has been relieved of his duties as manager of the Red Sox! >:D

Apparently he was involved in the Astros Cheating Scandal, and had done similar naughty things in 2018 while managing the Sox (but only in the regular season).

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/20 at 10:22 am

RUGBY UNION

Teenage wing Louis Rees-Zammit and Saracens centre Nick Tompkins are among five uncapped players in Wayne Pivac's first Six Nations Wales 38-man squad. Rees-Zammit, 18, has starred for Gloucester while Tompkins is eligible through a Welsh grandmother.

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Written By: AL-B Mk. III on 01/19/20 at 6:46 pm

The Kansas City Chiefs are going to the Super Bowl for the first time since 1970.

As a longtime fan who has suffered through some truly awful seasons, I am overjoyed. Patrick Mahomes is a once-in-a-generation talent, and he is absolutely thrilling to watch.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: AL-B Mk. III on 01/19/20 at 7:23 pm

They'll be showing this on NFL Films 20 years from now.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QHEG7CRBUGA

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Written By: nally on 01/19/20 at 8:17 pm

And earlier today it was announced that Alex Cora, who was on that Astros coaching staff in 2017 and became Red Sox manager the following year, has been relieved of his duties as manager of the Red Sox! >:D

Apparently he was involved in the Astros Cheating Scandal, and had done similar naughty things in 2018 while managing the Sox (but only in the regular season).

Carlos Beltran, a player on that 2017 Astros team, has also resigned as New York Mets manager, and he hasn't even managed a game yet! This is because he was named manager near the beginning of the offseason (early November).

So now three teams (Astros, Redsox, and Mets) are going to need new managers within the next month.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 01/19/20 at 8:18 pm

The Kansas City Chiefs are going to the Super Bowl for the first time since 1970.

As a longtime fan who has suffered through some truly awful seasons, I am overjoyed. Patrick Mahomes is a once-in-a-generation talent, and he is absolutely thrilling to watch.

That is awesome. Congratulations to the Chiefs! O0

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/20 at 2:42 pm

ATHLETICS

Mo Farah says he is "happy for any anti-doping body" to test any of his previous blood and urine samples. The World Anti-Doping Agency (Wada) has said it will investigate all athletes who trained with Farah's banned former coach Alberto Salazar. Salazar was found guilty of doping violations and banned for four years. UK Anti-Doping (Ukad) said on Friday it would need "credible evidence" a sample contained a banned substance before handing it over to any investigation. "I've seen reports of my name in connection to Ukad and Wada about sample retesting," said four-time Olympic champion Farah on Twitter.

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Written By: nally on 01/21/20 at 6:35 pm

Today the National Baseball Hall Of Fame election was announced. Of course Derek Jeter got in... and so did Larry Walker.

For Jeter, this was his first ballot... but unlike Mariano Rivera last year, Jeter was not elected unanimously. Only one voter on the committee did not vote for him.

For Walker, who played his career with three different teams (Montreal Expos, Colorado Rockies, St. Louis Cardinals), this was his 10th ballot. He becomes the second Canadian-born player to get into the Hall Of Fame. (The only other one was pitcher Ferguson Jenkins in 1991.)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: mqg96 on 01/21/20 at 9:39 pm

The Kansas City Chiefs are going to the Super Bowl for the first time since 1970.

As a longtime fan who has suffered through some truly awful seasons, I am overjoyed. Patrick Mahomes is a once-in-a-generation talent, and he is absolutely thrilling to watch.

The year you were born was the last time the Chiefs were in the Super Bowl? Wow! Congratulations! I'm a Falcons fan, and of course we all know how the 2016-17 season went which was great up until the Patriots debacle in the Super Bowl, and our former OC, Kyle Shanahan, has now led his 49ers to the Super Bowl against your Chiefs, and I do NOT want the 49ers to win. They already have 5 Super Bowls and I don't want Shanahan winning over there after blowing it with our Falcons. I'm rooting HARD for you guys. Patrick Maholmes, Mecole Hardman (the epic rookie WR from my college team UGA), and Andy Reid (whose previous Super Bowl appearance was with the Eagles 15 years ago).

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/20 at 9:07 am

CYCLING

Four-time Tour de France winner Chris Froome is set to return to competitive racing in February at the UAE Tour, eight months after a high-speed crash. The Team Ineos rider is training again after being seriously injured during the Criterium du Dauphine last June. The Briton, 34, will compete at the UAE Tour from 23-29 February, after taking part in a training camp. "I look forward to taking the next step in my recovery and getting back to full strength," Froome said. "I've come back off a good block of training in Grand Canaria." Froome suffered a broken hip and fractured his right femur, elbow and ribs while on a practice ride during last year's Criterium du Dauphine.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/20 at 12:24 pm

RUGBY UNION

Premiership Rugby will release the report into Saracens' breaches of the league's salary cap. The move comes after the defending champions said they were "keen" for the report to be published in full. The north London club will be relegated to the Championship at the end of the season for persistently breaking the Premiership's regulations. Sarries had already been deducted 35 points and fined £5.4m in November for the three previous seasons' spending. In a statement published on the club website, Saracens chairman Neil Golding said the release of the report will "provide much needed context and clarity" to the situation. Sarries, winners of four of the past five Premiership titles and three of the past four European Champions Cups, accepted relegation after being asked to prove they complied with the £7m cap for the 2019-20 campaign.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/20 at 10:44 am

ATHLETICS

The 2020 World Athletics Indoor Championships in Nanjing have been postponed because of fears over the spread of the coronavirus in China.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 01/30/20 at 2:10 pm

Carlos Beltran, a player on that 2017 Astros team, has also resigned as New York Mets manager, and he hasn't even managed a game yet! This is because he was named manager near the beginning of the offseason (early November).

So now three teams (Astros, Redsox, and Mets) are going to need new managers within the next month.

Luis Rojas was named as replacement manager for the Mets last week.

And it appears that Dusty Baker will be hired to manage the Astros pretty soon. (This would be his first time managing an American League team.)

The Red Sox, however, have not publicly announced anything yet.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 02/02/20 at 9:59 pm

So... I just found out that the Kansas City Chiefs have won Super Bowl LIV!

Congratulations to them!! O0

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/04/20 at 6:22 am

So... I just found out that the Kansas City Chiefs have won Super Bowl LIV!

Congratulations to them!! O0
Who sang the National Anthem this year?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 02/05/20 at 6:09 pm

Who sang the National Anthem this year?

Demi Lovato did.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 02/05/20 at 6:12 pm

MLB offseason news:

Dodgers get Mookie Betts and David Price in a trade from the Boston Red Sox. In return, they send Alex Verdugo to the Sox.
But that's not all... the Minnesota Twins were also involved in this trade: they sent a minor-league pitcher to Boston. Not only that, the Dodgers have sent pitcher Kenta Maeda to Minnesota.

The Dodgers also trade Joc Pedersen to the L.A. Angels for infielder Luis Rengifo.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 02/08/20 at 12:02 pm

MLB offseason news:

Dodgers get Mookie Betts and David Price in a trade from the Boston Red Sox. In return, they send Alex Verdugo to the Sox.
But that's not all... the Minnesota Twins were also involved in this trade: they sent a minor-league pitcher to Boston. Not only that, the Dodgers have sent pitcher Kenta Maeda to Minnesota.

The Dodgers also trade Joc Pedersen to the L.A. Angels for infielder Luis Rengifo.

This trade has not been finalized, as the teams involved are still in the process of agreeing to it.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/09/20 at 7:51 am

Severe gales and heavy rain are sweeping across the UK as travellers face disruption from Storm Ciara and many sporting events have been called off because of the adverse weather, including Manchester City's Premier League match against West Ham.

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Written By: nally on 02/11/20 at 5:12 pm

MLB offseason news:

Dodgers get Mookie Betts and David Price in a trade from the Boston Red Sox. In return, they send Alex Verdugo to the Sox.
But that's not all... the Minnesota Twins were also involved in this trade: they sent a minor-league pitcher to Boston. Not only that, the Dodgers have sent pitcher Kenta Maeda to Minnesota.

The Dodgers also trade Joc Pedersen to the L.A. Angels for infielder Luis Rengifo.
This trade has not been finalized, as the teams involved are still in the process of agreeing to it.

Okay, this trade was finally implemented yesterday, but there were some rearrangements.

Mookie Betts and David Price are indeed coming to the Dodgers, with Alex Verdugo going to Boston in return (plus a minor leaguer).

Also, Kenta Maeda is still going from the Dodgers to the Minnesota Twins. But this guy Graterol, a pitcher who had been with Minnesota (mostly in their minor league system) is going from Minnesota to L.A., not to Boston.

As for the Angels part of the trade (Joc Pederson and Ross Stripling to Anaheim; Luis Rengifo to L.A.), that's not happening. That part was vetoed.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/24/20 at 4:24 am

BOXING

Tyson Fury produced the most destructive performance of his boxing life to end Deontay Wilder's five-year reign as WBC heavyweight world champion in seven thrilling rounds of their Las Vegas rematch. The Briton, 31, pummelled his rival in a way few could have imagined following their 2018 draw, flooring him in the third and fifth rounds while constantly backing up the most-feared puncher in the division in a way no-one has done before.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/boxing/51602615

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Written By: nally on 02/24/20 at 9:02 am

Major League Baseball: Spring Training has started over the weekend!

I have contemplated starting this year's MLB thread.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/24/20 at 12:44 pm

Major League Baseball: Spring Training has started over the weekend!

I have contemplated starting this year's MLB thread.
It is too cold and wet to start outdoor training for the British Cricket season

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Written By: nally on 02/24/20 at 6:17 pm

It is too cold and wet to start outdoor training for the British Cricket season

It was cold and wet in some places in Arizona and Florida, where Major League Baseball teams hold their spring training (gearing up for the season), and some games were cancelled over the weekend.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/20 at 8:10 am

It was cold and wet in some places in Arizona and Florida, where Major League Baseball teams hold their spring training (gearing up for the season), and some games were cancelled over the weekend.
...and look forward to watching the preseason matches, especially catching up on fellow cricket spectator friends.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/20 at 11:30 am

RUGBY UNION

Wales have been dealt a major injury blow with the 2019 World Cup's top try scorer Josh Adams being ruled out of the Six Nations by an ankle injury. Adams suffered the problem in Wales' 27-23 defeat against France. The Cardiff Blues wing, 24, is due to have surgery this week and could be sidelined for three months. Wales have injury concerns on the wing with George North forced off with a head injury against France after a heavy challenge by Gael Fickou. North is undergoing concussion return-to-play protocols.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/20 at 2:17 pm

CYCLING

HSBC will end its multi-million pound sponsorship of British Cycling at the end of 2020. The bank has exercised a break clause in its contract - just three years into an eight-year-deal. In correspondence obtained by the BBC, British Cycling boss Julie Harrington told board members the partnership was ended by HSBC due to a "shift in its UK marketing and partnership priorities". The governing body will now look to find a new partner in 2021.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/26/20 at 9:37 am

RUGBY UNION

The Ireland v Italy men's and women's Six Nations games scheduled for Dublin on 7 and 8 March have been postponed because of the coronavirus.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/20 at 6:04 am

HORSE RACING

The best British and Irish-trained horses head to Cheltenham Racecourse for the 2020 Cheltenham Festival from 10-13 March.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/20 at 3:32 pm

HORSE RACING

Last year's runner-up Politologue led from start to finish to win the Queen Mother Champion Chase and shock the odds-on favourite Defi Du Seuil. Defi had gone off as the red-hot 2-5 favourite in the absence of Altior and Chacun Pour Soi. But he was never in it as the 6-1 winner, ridden by Harry Skelton who was having his first ride in the race, jumped superbly and finished strongly. It is the first winner of the 2020 Festival for trainer Paul Nicholls.

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Written By: nally on 03/12/20 at 12:39 am

NBA (National Basketball Association) announces it will suspend games in the current season due to covid19 concerns.

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Written By: nally on 03/12/20 at 7:08 pm

NBA (National Basketball Association) announces it will suspend games in the current season due to covid19 concerns.

...and other pro sports are following suit, including MLB.

In fact, all spring training games are currently suspended, and it was also announced today that the regular season, which has been slated to start on the 26th of this month, is also gonna be delayed for a week or two. I sure hope this means they don't have to cancel any games; it wouldn't be fair to the other teams. They should preserve the 162-game schedule, even if it means playing these games after September 27th (the original closing day)... which would mean ending the season on October 4th or 11th, and an eventual November World Series.

World Series in November doesn't bother me; they would likely have to start it after the election, unless they can somehow abbreviate the postseason so that the World Series isn't undecided by Election Day. (Maybe shorten the LCSes to a best-of-five?)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/20 at 9:19 am

GOLF

This year's Masters at Augusta has been postponed due to the coronavirus, tournament organisers have announced. Golf's first men's major championship of the year was due to begin on 9 April at Augusta National in Georgia, US.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/20 at 12:10 pm

ATHLETICS

London Marathon postponed due to outbreak of Coronavirus, and now will take place on Sunday October 4th,

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/20 at 1:28 am

The coronavirus pandemic wiped out most of the world's major sporting events in an unprecedented 24 hours.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/51880582

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/20 at 5:58 am

HORSE RACING

Crowds at the Cheltenham Festival were down about five per cent on last year, but total attendance over the four days topped 250,000. Cheltenham racecourse boss Ian Renton said: “The team here has done a highly competent job in putting on the extra precautions and measures in line with the advice of the medical authorities, and the crowd has responded really responsibly. "We advised people to follow Government health guidelines and stay away if they were in a vulnerable category, and a fair number opted to take that advice. We totally respected their decision and thank them for taking sensible precautions. "For the large numbers who came here it has remained a wonderful four days of racing, the weather has been kind and they have witnessed some outstanding performances by horses and jockeys.” The next major fixture is the Grand National meeting at Aintree, which is scheduled to take place from Thursday 2 to Saturday 4 April. It is understood that options which have been discussed by organisers include whether the event could be viably staged behind closed doors, although no decisions have been made.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/20 at 6:23 am

TRIATHLON

The International Triathlon Union (ITU) has suspended all activity until April 30 including all events in the World Triathlon and Continental calendars because of the coronavirus outbreak, the governing body said on Saturday. All world rankings, Olympic qualification rankings, paratriathlon rankings and Paralympic qualification rankings will be frozen from Monday as a result.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/20 at 9:18 am

HORSE RACING

Horse racing fixtures in Britain could take place behind closed doors within 48 hours, says the chief of Arena Racing, owners of 16 tracks. Martin Cruddace believes restrictions prompted by the coronavirus pandemic could last until the end of June. "We are outliers with other parts of the racing world, but I think we should be prepared for an imminent change," Cruddace told Sky Sports Racing. "My own personal view is that could be within the next 48 hours." Racing in England has continued after the Cheltenham Festival, with a crowd of 8,400 at Uttoxeter on Saturday for the Midlands Grand National.

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Written By: nally on 03/15/20 at 1:18 pm

The coronavirus pandemic wiped out most of the world's major sporting events in an unprecedented 24 hours.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/51880582

:\'(

Including in the U.S.

Still no official word on what they're gonna do on MLB games originally scheduled from March 26 thru April 9. There has been discussion of making doubleheaders with some of them, particularly between teams in the same division (for example, Giants vs Dodgers). As for games in that span between teams not in the same division (especially the interleague games), they can insert them on idle days (that is, for teams that have a common days when they're not scheduled to play). There is also the possibility of postponing some of them to after September 27th (the date originally slated as Closing Day), which I think should be a viable option.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/20 at 10:26 am

HORSE RACING

Horse racing in Britain will be held behind closed doors from Tuesday until at least the end of March because of the coronavirus pandemic. Racing in England had continued despite the outbreak, with the Cheltenham Festival recording an attendance of 251,684 across four days last week. "We are following the government's advice to strike a balance between protecting public health and maintaining business activity, and will continue to do so," said Nick Rust, chief executive of the British Horseracing Authority.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/20 at 1:52 pm

The Rugby Football Union has suspended all levels of the game in England until 14 April because of coronavirus. The announcement came soon after the Premiership was halted for five weeks. The RFU said all activity, including club training, league and cup matches, and rugby education courses, should be stopped. The quarter-finals of the European Champions Cup and Challenge Cup, scheduled for 3, 4 and 5 April, have also been postponed. The Pro14 and Top 14 leagues were suspended indefinitely last week. The RFU said its decision to suspend all rugby activity came after Monday's government advice, which included avoiding "non-essential" travel and contact with others.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/20 at 3:50 pm

HORSE RACING

The Grand National, due to take place on 4 April, has been cancelled because of the coronavirus pandemic. The Jockey Club said "it is no longer appropriate to stage the event" after the UK government advised against mass gatherings. It said that running the race behind closed doors at Aintree was "no longer a viable consideration". "Public health must come first," said Sandy Dudgeon, senior steward of The Jockey Club.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 6:14 am

CYCLING

British Cycling is suspending all sanctioned cycling activities, including racing, recreational rides and education courses, until at least 30 April following the updated advice from the government. "We fully understand and appreciate the financial, social and community impact that this suspension could have, and we are working now to ensure that cycling is in the best possible health once the suspension can be lifted," said chief executive Julie Harrington. "As I'm sure everyone can appreciate, these are truly unprecedented circumstances, and while we will be doing all we can to retain a sense of normality and continuity, it may take some time to return to full capacity as an organisation and as a sport once this situation has been resolved."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 8:03 am

HORSE RACING

Horse racing in Britain will be held behind closed doors from Tuesday until at least the end of March because of the coronavirus pandemic. Racing in England had continued despite the outbreak, with the Cheltenham Festival recording an attendance of 251,684 across four days last week. "We are following the government's advice to strike a balance between protecting public health and maintaining business activity, and will continue to do so," said Nick Rust, chief executive of the British Horseracing Authority.
All horse in the UK is now cancelled till the end of April 2020.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/20/20 at 6:23 am

SNOOKER

The World Snooker Championship is postponed because of the coronavirus pandemic.

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Written By: nally on 03/26/20 at 11:34 am

Today was supposed to be the start of the 2020 MLB regular season, but due to the covid19 pandemic, all pro sports are on hold right now. Therefore I am holding off on starting the 2020 MLB thread.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/29/20 at 2:51 am

GOLF

Golf courses across England, Wales and Northern Ireland will shut following the latest government measures to tackle the coronavirus pandemic. Scottish Golf has asked golfers in Scotland to “refrain from golfing until further notice”. Amateur golfers had previously been able to continue playing while adhering to guidance on social distancing. In a statement, England Golf said the move was “highly necessary and must be maintained until further notice”. It added: “Keeping golf courses open is simply no longer compatible with the updated policy of government which is designed to save lives in a time of national emergency.” Wales Golf said: “It is clear that golf clubs, courses and facilities must close with immediate effect.”

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Written By: karen on 04/03/20 at 8:53 am

All horse in the UK is now cancelled till the end of April 2020.

They are running some kind of virtual Grand National this Saturday. I don’t know the details, just that we are running our usual sweepstake at work.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/20 at 8:56 am

They are running some kind of virtual Grand National this Saturday. I don’t know the details, just that we are running our usual sweepstake at work.
I heard about it too, but being done with or on computers I do not trust it, like fruit machines can be fixed as they are computes as well. Yes, it will be interesting to see, and like you I do not know where it will be on. The betting shop down the road is shut till it can be possibly open.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/20 at 5:40 am

HORSE RACING

The Grand National is one of the biggest races in the world but Saturday's actual event has been called off. In its place, though, will be a televised Virtual Grand National. Forty runners that would have been most likely to line up will take part, using CGI technology and special algorithms. Tiger Roll had been due to seek an unprecedented third win in the big race at Aintree before it was cancelled because of the coronavirus pandemic. Bookmakers have odds, and profits will go to NHS Charities Together. The race is being broadcast in the UK from 17:00 (16:00 GMT) on ITV1.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/20 at 10:18 am

GOLF

Golf's Open Championship has become the latest event sporting event to be cancelled because of coronavirus. The tournament, one of golf's four Majors, was due to take place in July at Royal St George's in Kent but has been cancelled for the first time since World War Two. Chief executive Martin Slumbers said organisers, the R&A, had "explored every option for playing the Open this year", but cancelling the tournament was the "right thing to do".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/20 at 11:48 am

HORSE RACING

Racing's first four Classics of the season - including the Derby at Epsom - have been postponed because of the coronavirus pandemic. Next month's Guineas meeting at Newmarket, featuring the 1,000 and 2,000 Guineas, is off. The Derby meeting in June, which includes the Oaks, is also affected, said Jockey Club Racecourses. Meanwhile, organisers of June's Royal Ascot say the meeting will not "take place as an event open to the public".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/20 at 11:59 am

ATHLETICS

Organisers of the 2021 World Athletics Championships in the United States will stage the event the following year but will avoid a clash with the Birmingham Commonwealth Games. The championships, in Eugene, Oregon, have been pushed back after the postponement of this summer's Tokyo 2020 Olympics to 2021 because of the coronavirus pandemic. After a week of negotiations, a compromise has been reached, with athletics' governing body shifting the event to 15-24 July 2022. While the dates of Birmingham 2022 will remain the same for now - 27 July to 7 August - the start of the event is set to overlap with the finale of football's Women's European Championship.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/20 at 2:11 am

GOLF

American Doug Sanders, who was three feet away from beating Jack Nicklaus and winning the 1970 Open at the home of golf, has died of natural causes aged 86. Sanders suffered the disappointment of coming so close to lifting the Claret Jug and etching his name into history.

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Written By: nally on 04/13/20 at 10:28 am

Today was supposed to be the start of the 2020 MLB regular season, but due to the covid19 pandemic, all pro sports are on hold right now. Therefore I am holding off on starting the 2020 MLB thread.

I still haven't heard any word on when the season might start, given all the craziness caused by covid19. Therefore I am still not ready to start the MLB thread yet.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/20 at 11:03 am

I still haven't heard any word on when the season might start, given all the craziness caused by covid19. Therefore I am still not ready to start the MLB thread yet.
I know your feeling well, for the cricket is definitely not starting as yet, should had yesterday. I guess the England and Wales Cricket Board will be meeting soon, but at the moment if we are on lockdown now, and some weeks for bide over the time in case of resurgence, who knows?

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Written By: nally on 04/13/20 at 4:57 pm

I know your feeling well, for the cricket is definitely not starting as yet, should had yesterday. I guess the England and Wales Cricket Board will be meeting soon, but at the moment if we are on lockdown now, and some weeks for bide over the time in case of resurgence, who knows?

There is word that the season could be not played at all; and that being said, I hope somehow someway it's all or nothing (IOW, no season series between any pair of teams are deprived). But if for some reason they can actually start, say, next month, they'd have to reconfigure the schedule so that all games can be played, even if that means certain games must be played as doubleheaders.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/20 at 8:20 am

CYCLING

It was due to begin on 27 June but the coronavirus pandemic has delayed the start of cycling's premier global event to 29 August. The Tour de France will go ahead, says cycling's governing body the UCI. The timing is interesting as French school holidays end on 1 September and the event is set to continue until 20 September. "Holding this event in the best conditions possible is judged essential given its central place in cycling's economy and its exposure, in particular for the teams that benefit on this occasion from unparalleled visibility," the international cycling union said.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/20 at 10:57 am

HORSE RACING

The Derby has been earmarked to run in July as part of the British Horseracing Authority's "best-case scenario" racing resumption plan. In addition, the 1,000 and 2,000 Guineas at Newmarket could both run in early June, with the Oaks at Epsom Downs, also home of the Derby, in July. Racing is suspended indefinitely due to the coronavirus pandemic. "It is unlikely that the entire black type programme will be staged this year," the BHA said in a statement. " will ensure that the key generation-defining races will be run, as well as safeguarding the Group One programme as much as possible."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/20 at 11:18 am

SNOOKER

The World Snooker Championship, originally set to take place in April and May, has been rescheduled to start on 31 July at the Crucible Theatre. The tournament, which was postponed because of the coronavirus pandemic, will run for 17 days and be broadcast in full across BBC TV and online. The World Snooker Tour says it will assess "government advice at the time" about the number of spectators allowed inside the Sheffield venue.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/20 at 8:22 am

HORSE RACING

Races with a maximum of 12 runners ridden by senior jockeys in an extended Flat racing season are planned when the sport returns in Great Britain. Action has been suspended since 17 March because of the coronavirus crisis but racing chiefs hope for a return behind closed doors next month. The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) is working on a revised fixture list. Initial proposals, dependent on backing for a return from the government, have been sent to racehorse trainers.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/30/20 at 6:22 am

WOMEN'S GOLF

The Women's PGA Championship has been postponed to October but the LPGA has announced it wants to restart the 2020 Tour by the middle of July. The major, one of five in the women's game, was due to take place from 25-28 June in Pennsylvania, but has now been rescheduled for 8-11 October. Other tournaments set to take place in Michigan, Arkansas and Ohio in June and early July have also been postponed. The LPGA has also announced prize money increases at several tournaments.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/20 at 1:17 pm

BASEBALL

South Korea's baseball league started on Tuesday in front of no fans. It is one of the world's biggest sport leagues to return during the coronavirus pandemic. The country's football league kicks off on Friday. Players and coaches were checked for fever on their way into the grounds. Umpires and some coaches wore masks and players could not high five team-mates without gloves. Cheerleaders were still active - although to empty stands. Some pictures of fans were placed in seats. The league will be suspended for three weeks if any player catches coronavirus.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/20 at 12:55 pm

ATHLETICS

The Anniversary Games in London have been cancelled because of the pandemic, UK Athletics has confirmed. London Stadium had been scheduled to host the event - also part of the Diamond League season - on 4-5 July. UK Athletics is "hugely disappointed" to cancel the Games, its chief executive Joanna Coates said. "It will have a significant financial impact on UK Athletics and wider sport," Coates added.

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Written By: nally on 05/12/20 at 2:53 pm

Yesterday, MLB announced a possible short schedule for the season, beginning in early July; that is, if professional sports are allowed to resume by then. Teams would only play within their respective divisions, as well as teams in their corresponding divisions for interleague play. (So the Dodgers would NOT be playing teams like the Phillies or the Cubs.)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/20 at 4:32 am

SNOOKER

Snooker will resume in the UK on 1 June with its first tournament since the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic. The Championship League event is to be be staged behind closed doors at the Marshall Arena in Milton Keynes. All players, staff, and contractors will be tested before entering the venue, and will be kept in isolation until their results are known. Players will require a negative test in order to be eligible for the event. The Marshall Arena has been chosen as a venue because it has on-site accommodation, meaning everyone involved in the tournament - which ends on 11 June - can be contained on the complex. The tournament will involve 64 players, including current world champion Judd Trump.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/20 at 10:42 am

HORSE RACING

Royal Ascot is to feature 36 races over five days should it take place as planned in June, organisers have announced in revealing its schedule. The meeting is set for 16-20 June, subject to government approval of sporting events being held behind closed doors. There will be seven races on the first four days, with eight on the final day. The programme features several alterations, including six extra races being added across the five days. The Buckingham Palace Handicap, which was lost from the card when the Commonwealth Cup was introduced in 2015, will open the meeting on Tuesday, 16 June at 1315 BST.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/25/20 at 5:52 am

In the United Kingdom:

The government has given the go-ahead for elite athletes to return to contact training - when individual sports deem it safe to do so. The government advises beginning with clusters of two or three athletes, then progressing to groups of four to 12 and ultimately full team training. It is up to individual sports to assess the risk and consult athletes, coaches and support staff. The Premier League will discuss the guidance at a meeting on Wednesday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/25/20 at 3:50 pm

GOLF

Tiger Woods and Peyton Manning beat Phil Mickelson and Tom Brady in Sunday's charity golf match which raised $20m (£16.4m) for coronavirus relief efforts in the United States.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/20 at 2:54 pm

How the Jamaican bobsleigh team trains in lockdown

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/5/26/a358062b-37ac-44af-9b64-896d5ca21f74.jpg

Members of the Jamaican bobsleigh team have been pushing a car around an industrial estate as they have been unable to access training facilities during the coronavirus lockdown. Shanwayne Stephens and Nimroy Turgott have been in isolation in Peterborough. They have built a gym in the garden but use a Mini Cooper for resistance training, as the Sun first reported. The pair, who have represented Jamaica since 2017 are training for events including the Winter Olympics.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/20 at 5:32 am

MOTORCYCLING

The 2020 MotoGP British Grand Prix has been cancelled because of the effects of the pandemic. The event was due to take place from 28-30 August at Silverstone.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/20 at 12:53 pm

GOLF

The PGA Tour will use three mobile laboratories for testing at all tournaments as golf returns next week with the Charles Schwab Challenge in Texas, after an absence of almost three months because of the coronavirus pandemic. The mobile testing units, each manned by a driver and three technicians, will arrive the Saturday before the tournament and test all players, caddies and essential personnel. Each swab collection will take less than five minutes and test results returned in between two and four hours. The PGA Tour said that approximately 400 individuals will be tested on-site each week.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/20 at 5:29 am

GOLF

Playing the Ryder Cup without fans may lack the "excitement and butterflies" that makes the tournament so special, says Stephen Gallacher. The Scot, 45, was part of Europe's winning team at Gleneagles in 2014 and hopes this year's event in Wisconsin can go ahead in September. Golf is gradually returning behind closed doors as coronavirus lockdown measures are eased around the globe. "The fans bring the intensity," Gallacher told BBC Scotland.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/20 at 12:23 am

BASKETBALL

The rest of the NBA season is set to be played at Florida's Disney World Resort from 31 July. The season was suspended on 11 March because of coronavirus measures. Thirteen Western Conference teams and nine Eastern Conference teams will contest eight games each to determine seedings for the play-offs. The ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando includes a 5,000-seat indoor basketball facility. Under the NBA's proposals, all 22 teams will be based at the resort and games will be played without spectators to minimise the threat of Covid-19. On Thursday the NBA board of governors approved the plan to resume the season. The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) must agree to the plan before it is confirmed. It is expected to vote during a conference call on Friday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/20 at 3:53 am

RUGBY UNION

Premiership Rugby - the top professional rugby union league in England - hopes to restart its 2019-20 season on 15 August, the league's chief executive has said. There have been no matches played since 8 March because of the coronavirus pandemic, but clubs were cleared to start non-contact training this week. It is the latest sport in England to set out plans to return. Football's Premier League is set to return on 17 June, and cricket will take place again from 8 July when England begin a series against West Indies - both behind closed doors. In the US, the remainder of the NBA season will be played at Disney World in Florida from 31 July.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/20 at 6:43 am

WOMEN'S FOOTBALL

The 2019-20 Women's Super League and Women's Championship seasons have officially come to an end with Chelsea named winners of the WSL title. The season was suspended due to the coronavirus pandemic in March and Chelsea had been in second place and one point behind then-leaders Manchester City. Average points-per-game means that Chelsea, who had a game in hand at the time the season was halted, were crowned champions instead. Meanwhile, Championship leaders Aston Villa will replace the WSL's bottom club Liverpool next season, with the Reds relegated to the second tier.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/20 at 1:22 pm

GOLF

The Evian Championship - which was set to be the Ladies' Professional Golf Association's first major of the year - has been cancelled because of the coronavirus pandemic. It was scheduled to take place between 6-9 August at the Evian Resort Golf Club in France. "The ongoing uncertainty concerning the opening of borders poses a major risk to the organisation," organisers said. Because of the crisis, the women's tour has been on hold since late February.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/20 at 12:19 pm

GOLF

Steve Stricker will select half of this year's United States Ryder Cup team after the PGA of America made changes to the qualifying process. The US captain will make six selections to add to six who qualify through a points system - the team usually has eight qualifiers and four wildcards. The coronavirus pandemic has led to the cancellation of qualifying events and a change to the US selection criteria. The US play Europe from 25-27 September at Whistling Straits in Wisconsin.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/20 at 1:41 pm

BOXING

British world heavyweight champions Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury have agreed to a two-fight deal, says promoter Eddie Hearn. Talks over an historic bout for the undisputed title began in early May. Joshua, 30, holds the WBA, IBF and WBO belts while 31-year-old Fury is the WBC champion. "It's fair to say are in agreement regarding the financial terms," Hearn, who is Joshua's promoter, told Sky Sports News. "We're in a good place. It's fair to say that, in principle, both guys have agreed to that fight. Two fights."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/20 at 5:01 am

2022 Commonwealth Games to start 24 hours later

The Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games will start 24 hours later than originally scheduled because of the coronavirus pandemic's impact on the sporting calendar. It will now run from 28 July-8 August. The move will allow athletes competing at the World Athletics Championships in Oregon, United States - which finishes on 24 July - an extra day of recovery. It will also avoid a clash with the semi-finals of women's football's European Championship.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/20 at 7:06 am

HORSE RACING

In-form Frankie Dettori has been booked to ride the favourite, English King, in the Derby at Epsom on 4 July. The 49-year-old, who was leading jockey at Royal Ascot, will seek his third Derby triumph on the horse trained by Ed Walker. Tom Marquand was on board for English King's past two runs, including an impressive victory at Lingfield. English King is a general 7-2 chance ahead of 4-1 Kameko, the 2,000 Guineas winner trained by Andrew Balding.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/20 at 10:27 am

GOLF

Joint overnight leader Tyrrell Hatton shot a final-round five-under 66 but finished two shots behind RBC Heritage winner Webb Simpson in South Carolina.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/20 at 10:55 am

ATHLETICS

London Marathon organisers have "not given up hope" of holding the event in October, despite the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. The 40th edition of the race was originally scheduled for 26 April but was pushed back to 4 October at the start of the outbreak. Race director Hugh Brasher said he "hopes that the world will have found a way through coronavirus" by October. There will be a further update on the event on 28 July.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/20 at 10:16 am

GOLF

The PGA Tour's Travelers Championship will go ahead despite three individuals testing positive for coronavirus. Cameron Champ, Graeme McDowell's caddie Ken Comboy and Brooks Koepka's caddie Ricky Elliott have the virus and have withdrawn from this week's event in Cromwell, Connecticut. PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan said the news acted as "stark reminder" to comply with safety measures. Seven tests of the 2,757 conducted have been positive since the Tour's return.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/20 at 11:29 am

RUGBY UNION

European Cup bosses have confirmed the rearranged 2020 Heineken Champions Cup and Challenge Cup final dates. The Champions Cup final will take place on Saturday 17 October, with the quarter-finals and semi-finals in the middle and at the end of September. The Challenge Cup final is set for 16 October, with the quarter-finals of both competitions planned for the weekend of 18-20 September and the semi-finals on the 25-27 September. Marseille is the intended finals venue. European Professional Club Rugby says that will depend on travel restrictions and government guidance. Meanwhile next season's tournaments are scheduled to start on the weekend of 11-13 December.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/20 at 10:04 am

GOLF

The 2020 Ryder Cup has been postponed for a year because of the global coronavirus pandemic. The event between the United States and Europe was due to be held at Whistling Straits, Wisconsin on 25-27 September. But it has now been rescheduled for 24-26 September 2021. Professional men's golf in the US has resumed behind closed doors but players say the biennial event should not go ahead without fans. "Unlike other major sporting events that are played in existing stadiums, we had to make a decision now about building facilities to host the 2020 Ryder Cup," said PGA of America chief executive Seth Waugh.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/20 at 11:00 am

ATHLETICS

London Marathon organisers have delayed a decision on when the 2020 event can be held until 7 August. The 40th edition of the race was originally scheduled for 26 April but was pushed back to 4 October at the start of the coronavirus outbreak. An announcement on it taking place on that date was expected on Tuesday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/20 at 12:33 am

SNOOKER

Ronnie O'Sullivan recovered from the brink of defeat to beat Mark Selby 17-16 and set up a World Championship final against Kyren Wilson. O'Sullivan, beaten by Selby in the 2014 final, was 16-14 behind but won two quick-fire frames and a nervy decider to reach his seventh Sheffield final. The best-of-35 final against fellow Englishman Wilson, which will be played on Saturday and Sunday, will see fans return to the Crucible Theatre after the government announced the resumption of pilot events with spectators.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/20 at 6:49 am

SNOOKER

Five-time champion Ronnie O'Sullivan was pegged back but leads Kyren Wilson 10-7 after a fascinating first day of the World Championship final.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/20 at 3:33 pm

SNOOKER

Ronnie O'Sullivan claimed his sixth World Championship title with a dominant 18-8 victory over Kyren Wilson at Sheffield's Crucible Theatre. O'Sullivan draws level with Ray Reardon and boyhood hero Steve Davis on world crowns, and surpasses Stephen Hendry on the all-time list of ranking event wins with a record 37 titles. Although Wilson battled back to 10-7, O'Sullivan wrested total control with a run of eight frames on Sunday. O'Sullivan, 44, is the oldest champion since Reardon, who was 45 in 1978. The Englishman collects £500,000 in prize money, moving back up to second in the world behind last year's champion Judd Trump.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/20 at 2:20 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE

Julian Alaphilippe won stage two of the Tour de France in a sprint finish to claim the yellow jersey in Nice. The Frenchman held off Marc Hirschi to edge home by half a wheel after leaving Britain's Adam Yates behind in a final dart for the line. He leads Yates, who finished third, by four seconds in the overall standings. It was a fifth stage victory at the Tour for the 28-year-old, after the riders faced a 186km mountainous second stage, with two climbs above 1,500m.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/20 at 1:53 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE

Caleb Ewan produced a dazzling sprint finish to win stage three of the Tour de France as Julian Alaphilippe held on to the yellow jersey. The Australian Lotto Soudal rider timed his sprint perfectly into a strong headwind in Sisteron to squeeze past Peter Sagan and snatch victory from Irishman Sam Bennett. It is his fourth Tour stage win after three victories on his debut last year. "The guys did a great job keeping me at the front," said Ewan.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/20 at 1:26 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE

Primoz Roglic offered an impressive display of his form to his fellow Tour de France contenders with victory on a summit finish on stage four. His Jumbo-Visma team dictated the pace on the final climb before Roglic countered an attack by Guillaume Martin to leave his rivals behind and win in Orcieres-Merlette. France's Julian Alaphilippe finished fifth to retain the yellow jersey. "It was quite a fast day, quite hard," said Roglic. "My team did a really good job again - I was always in a good position and in the end I could do a good sprint and I'm really happy."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/02/20 at 5:03 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE

Britain's Adam Yates moved into the lead of the Tour de France after Julian Alaphilippe was given a 20-second penalty on stage five, which was won by Wout van Aert. France's Alaphilippe, who is now 16th overall, was penalised for taking a bottle from a team support member inside the final 20km. Yates leads Primoz Roglic by three seconds in the yellow jersey. "This is not the way I'd imagined taking the yellow jersey," said Yates. "If I'm honest, no one wants to take the jersey like this. "I was looking to take the jersey on stage six anyway so I'll go in with the same tactic - try to win the stage and see what happens."

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/20 at 11:39 am

TOUR DE FRANCE

Britain's Adam Yates withstood plenty of pressure to hold on to the Tour de France leader's yellow jersey in a tough day in the Pyrenees on stage eight of the race. The Mitchelton-Scott rider found the going tough in the final 15km of the 141km stage to Loudenvielle. But he found a late surge of energy to retain his lead. France's Nans Peters won the stage with the AG2R La Mondiale rider the sole survivor of an early breakaway. However, Thibaut Pinot effectively lost all hope of becoming the first Frenchman to win the race since 1985 when he was dropped on the second climb of the day.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/20 at 12:22 pm

TOUR DE FRANCE

German Lennard Kamna produced a superb solo break to power to victory on stage 16 of the Tour de France as Primoz Roglic maintained the overall lead.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/20 at 12:58 am

GOLF: U.S. OPEN

Rory McIlroy and Lee Westwood sit two strokes off the lead at the US Open after American Justin Thomas set the early pace at Winged Foot on Thursday. Northern Ireland's McIlroy opened with a solid three-under-par 67 in New York, which was matched by English former world number one Lee Westwood. Thomas birdied the 18th to go one clear of compatriot Patrick Reed at five under par after carding an opening 65. Reed had a hole-in-one at the par-three seventh, as did Will Zalatoris in a 70. Zalatoris almost holed his second ace of the round at the par-three 13th but his ball hit the flagstick and rolled a couple of feet away. In the previous five US Opens held at Winged Foot, there had been only two holes-in-one.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/20 at 11:49 am

TOUR DE FRANCE

Soren Kragh Andersen claimed his second win of the Tour de France with another shrewd late solo attack on stage 19. Team Sunweb's Andersen, 26, attacked from a break 16km out and powered to the line in Champagnole, 53 seconds ahead of Luka Mezgec in second. Ireland's Sam Bennett won his duel with Peter Sagan and looks set to take the green jersey, leading by 55 points with two stages remaining. Primoz Roglic comfortably retained his 57-second lead in the yellow jersey.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/20 at 4:30 am

TOUR DE FRANCE

Slovenia's Tadej Pogacar confirmed his victory as the second youngest Tour de France champion in history after Sam Bennett won the final sprint in Paris. Pogacar, 21, overhauled long-term race leader Primoz Roglic with a stunning time trial win on Saturday to claim the yellow jersey on his Tour debut. With the race leader not challenged on the final stage, Pogacar finished comfortably in the peloton. A jubilant Bennett crossed the line ahead of World Champion Mads Pedersen.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/20 at 4:33 am

Plans for fans to return to watch live sport events in England from 1 October will not go ahead, says cabinet office minister Michael Gove. The plans were placed under review earlier this month after a rise in coronavirus cases, with pilot events restricted to 1,000 people. The UK's Covid-19 alert level has moved to 4, meaning transmission is "high or rising exponentially". New measures will be set out by Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Tuesday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/20 at 4:57 pm

SNOOKER

World champion Ronnie O'Sullivan was knocked out of the European Masters by Irish teenager Aaron Hill. The 18-year-old is ranked 115th in the world after turning professional in March and was not born when O'Sullivan, 44, won his first world title in 2001. In his first match since winning his sixth world title in August, O'Sullivan fought back from 3-1 down to lead 4-3. But Hill took the last two frames to clinch a 5-4 win in the second round in Milton Keynes on Thursday.

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Written By: nally on 09/30/20 at 11:57 pm

NBA Finals Game One: Lakers defeat Miami Heat 116-98.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/04/20 at 4:55 am

ATHLETICS: LONDON MARATHON

World record holder Brigid Kosgei retained her London Marathon title with a commanding performance on a wet and closed course in the city.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/04/20 at 6:30 am

ATHLETICS: LONDON MARATHON

World record holder Eliud Kipchoge was beaten in the London Marathon as Shura Kitata won a thrilling sprint finish to claim an unexpected victory.

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Written By: nally on 10/04/20 at 11:39 am

Game Two of the NBA Finals was played on Friday night, with the Lakers emerging victorious again. I hope they can win tonight, and then win again on Tuesday night to wrap up the series, so I can watch "Jeopardy!" at the normal time.

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Written By: nally on 10/04/20 at 9:36 pm

Game Two of the NBA Finals was played on Friday night, with the Lakers emerging victorious again. I hope they can win tonight, and then win again on Tuesday night to wrap up the series, so I can watch "Jeopardy!" at the normal time.

No such luck; Miami Heat won Game Three. :( This means a Game Five will be necessary. Darn!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/05/20 at 9:22 am

GOLF

Sergio Garcia secured his first PGA Tour win since the 2017 Masters with one-shot victory at the Sanderson Farms Championship in Mississippi.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/05/20 at 3:16 pm

CYCLING

Britain's Geraint Thomas is out of contention for the Giro d'Italia after losing more than 12 minutes on stage three to Mount Etna. The Ineos Grenadiers rider, 34, crashed just before the start after a drinks bottle became lodged under his front wheel. Fellow Briton and race favourite Simon Yates of Michelton-Scott lost more than four minutes. The stage was won by EF Pro Cycling's Jonathan Caicedo. Deceuninck-Quick Step's Joao Almeida now wears the leader's pink jersey, although he is tied on time with Caicedo.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/20 at 1:24 pm

MOTORSPORT

An Italian karter involved in "disturbing events" at a race track says he has quit the sport. Luca Corberi, 23, threw his bumper at opponent Paolo Ippolito in anger after crashing at the Karting KZ World Championships in Lonato, northern Italy, on Sunday. Post-race footage then showed a fight breaking out. "I have decided not to take part in any other motorsport competition for the rest of my life," Corberi said.

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Written By: nally on 10/06/20 at 1:26 pm

Two pro teams from Los Angeles have playoff games tonight: the Lakers in the NBA Finals (for Game Four) and the Dodgers in MLB for the opening game of the National League Division Series against the Padres.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/07/20 at 6:04 am

A Premiership Rugby match has been called off in England after six more players at Sale Sharks tested positive for Covid-19. Their game against Worcester was originally due to take place on Sunday, but was postponed after the club reported 19 coronavirus cases. It means Worcester are awarded a 20-0 win and Sale miss out on the play-offs. Sale would have finished in the top four had they won - but Bath will now travel to Exeter in the semi-finals on Saturday, while Bristol go to Wasps.

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Written By: nally on 10/07/20 at 10:26 am

Two pro teams from Los Angeles have playoff games tonight: the Lakers in the NBA Finals (for Game Four) and the Dodgers in MLB for the opening game of the National League Division Series against the Padres.

Both teams won! Dodgers win the first game of their series (as noted in the baseball thread), and Lakers win to go up 3 games to 1 on the Miami Heat!

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Written By: nally on 10/12/20 at 10:29 am

NBA Finals: Lakers win NBA Finals in 6 games over the Miami Heat.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/12/20 at 11:29 am

GOLF

Englishman Tyrrell Hatton sealed his fifth European Tour win with a four-stroke victory at the prestigious BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/20 at 9:50 am

GOLF

Finca Cortesin in Andalucia will host the 2023 Solheim Cup - the first time Spain has staged the match between Europe and the United States.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/20 at 11:31 am

RUGBY UNION

Four Wasps players and three staff members who work in the playing department of the Premiership finalists have tested positive for Covid-19.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/20 at 4:22 pm

CYCLING

Two-time winner Chris Froome struggled as Slovenia's defending champion Primoz Roglic took the opening stage of the Vuelta a Espana.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/20 at 9:12 am

RUGBY UNION

English rugby union side Wasps will take part in Saturday's Premiership final against Exeter Chiefs, despite 11 Covid-19 cases within the club in the past week. Premiership Rugby confirmed Wasps were clear to play at Twickenham after the latest round of testing. Seven players and four backroom staff had been diagnosed with coronavirus before further tests were undertaken on Tuesday. But in a statement, Wasps said that "no further players or staff have tested positive", although a coaching staff test was damaged in transit and that member will now self-isolate as a precaution.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/20 at 10:38 am

CYCLING

Britain's Tao Geoghegan Hart rode himself right into contention to win the Giro d'Italia after finishing a superb second on a dramatic stage 18.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/02/20 at 9:04 am

UK SPORT

All 40 FA Cup round one ties, including those involving non-elite teams, will be played as planned from 6-9 November. Elite sports can continue behind closed doors during the four-week lockdown from Thursday but rules on grassroots and amateur sport are being finalised. The government has confirmed that the 10 non-elite teams left in the FA Cup can play under elite protocols. But golf courses, driving ranges and tennis courts in England have been told to close until at least 3 December.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/20 at 11:57 am

CYCLING

Belgian Jasper Philipsen held off Pascal Ackermann in an uphill sprint finish to win stage 15 of the Vuelta a Espana in tough conditions, as Primoz Roglic held on to his overall lead.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/20 at 9:06 am

GOLF

Did I read right, the US Masters in Augusta is to take place this next weekend?

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/09/20 at 12:13 pm

GOLF

Former Masters champion Sergio Garcia will miss this year's event at Augusta after testing positive for coronavirus.

The 40-year-old Spaniard, who won the event in 2017, missed the cut in last week's Houston Open.

"On Saturday night after driving back from Houston, I started feeling a bit of a sore throat and a cough," he said.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/20 at 7:28 am

GOLF: US Masters

Defending champion Tiger Woods will play with 2019 Open winner Shane Lowry in the opening two rounds of the 84th Masters, which starts on Thursday.

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Written By: nally on 12/16/20 at 10:58 pm

Yesterday it was announced that the Cleveland Indians baseball team plans to change the second part of its name (so they'll be the Cleveland (something else)s starting in 2022).

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Written By: nally on 02/07/21 at 10:13 pm

Super Bowl LV:

Congratulations to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers; they defeat the KC Chiefs 31-9. (With apologies to any Chiefs fans out there.)

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Written By: nally on 02/28/21 at 1:11 pm

2021 Major League Baseball Spring Training is set to start today!

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Written By: nally on 03/08/21 at 10:59 pm

...and the Spring Training seems to be progressing well, with the regular season slated to start on April 1 (as planned).

Certain ballparks (including those in southern California, such as Dodger Stadium, Angel Stadium, and Petco Park) will be admitting fans to games, but only at limited capacity at first.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/21 at 5:46 am

The traditional showdown between Oxford and Cambridge universities has been moved from the River Thames in London to Ely in Cambridgeshire for the first time since World War Two, because of the coronavirus pandemic and safety concerns over the structure of Hammersmith Bridge.

The 166th Boat Race will take place on the River Great Ouse on Sunday 4 April.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/21 at 3:16 pm

The traditional showdown between Oxford and Cambridge universities has been moved from the River Thames in London to Ely in Cambridgeshire for the first time since World War Two, because of the coronavirus pandemic and safety concerns over the structure of Hammersmith Bridge. The 166th Boat Race will take place on the River Great Ouse on Sunday 4 April.
Cambridge continued their recent dominance of the Boat Race, winning both the men's and women's contests in thrilling style. The women's team triumphed first on Sunday, earning their fourth straight win, by less than a length. And the Cambridge's men followed suit, with victory in the 166th staging of the race by less than a length as well.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/21 at 8:07 am

GRAND NATIONAL

Three women seek a place in sporting folklore on Saturday as they bid to become the first female jockey to win the Grand National.

Rachael Blackmore and Bryony Frost have made history this season, and are joined by Tabitha Worsley in the race.

Top Cheltenham Festival rider Blackmore is on Minella Times, Worsley rides Sub Lieutenant with Frost aboard Yala Enki.

Cloth Cap is favourite at Aintree where a two-minute silence will be held to mark the Duke of Edinburgh's death.

Flags at the track will be flown at half mast, with jockeys wearing black armbands.

The meeting was cancelled last year and takes place without spectators this time because of the Covid-19 pandemic.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/horse-racing/56688672

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/21 at 12:27 pm

GRAND NATIONAL

Rachael Blackmore made sporting history by becoming the first female jockey to win the Grand National with victory on Minella Times at Aintree.

The Irish rider scored a thrilling triumph aboard the 11-1 chance, trained by Henry de Bromhead who also saddled runner-up Balko Des Flos.

"I don't feel male or female right now. I don't even feel human," said 31-year-old Blackmore.

Any Second Now was third, with Burrows Saint fourth.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/11/21 at 2:05 am

GOLF: US Masters

Masters third-round leaderboard

-11 H Matsuyama (Jpn); -7 X Schauffele (US), M Leishman (Aus), J Rose (Eng), W Zalatoris (US); -6 C Conners (Can); -5 J Spieth (US); -4 B Harman (US)

Selected others: -2 R MacIntyre (Sco); +1 M Laird (Sco), T Fleetwood (Eng), M Fitzpatrick (Eng), M Wallace (Eng); +3 I Poulter (Eng), T Hatton (Eng); +4 P Casey (Eng)

Hideki Matsuyama shot a 65 on Saturday to take a four-shot lead into the final day of the Masters as he aims to become the first Japanese man to win a major.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/21 at 4:04 am

GOLF: US Masters

Hideki Matsuyama held off the field to win the Masters by one stroke at Augusta National and become the first Japanese man to claim a major title. Matsuyama had a four-shot lead heading into the final day and, despite some nervy moments on Sunday, shot a one-over 73 to win on 10 under par. American debutant Will Zalatoris was his closest challenger on nine under. England's Justin Rose, who led for two rounds, faded in the final 18 holes with a two-over 74 to end five under.

Subject: US PGA Championship final leaderboard

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/24/21 at 6:07 am

US PGA Championship final leaderboard

-6 P Mickelson (US); -4 B Koepka (US), L Oosthuizen (SA); -2 P Harrington (Ire), S Lowry (Ire), P Casey (Eng) H Higgs (US)

Selected others: -1 J Rose (Eng), C Morikawa (US); +1 M Fitzpatrick (Eng), M Laird (Sco), I Poulter (Eng), H Matsuyama (Jpn); +2 J Spieth (US); +5 R McIlroy (NI)

Phil Mickelson became the oldest man to win a major title as he claimed the US PGA Championship at Kiawah Island amid extraordinary scenes as thousands of fans swarmed on to the final fairway to witness the winning moment.

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US Open Golf Championship

England's Richard Bland continued a dream US Open as he surged into the clubhouse lead early in round two. The 48-year-old world number 115 is playing in the event for only the second time and shot a four-under-par 67 to set the pace on five under. Bland lost his European Tour card two years ago, but fought back and won his first title in his 478th event in May. Defending champion Bryson DeChambeau is level par after a 68 at Torrey Pines, while Rory McIlroy (73) is one over. "I am very proud," Bland told Sky Sports.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/21 at 11:30 am

Nottinghamshire all-rounder Peter Trego is swapping his cricket bat for a golf club this weekend as he aims to qualify for The Open. If Trego is successful in a regional qualifier on Sunday he will progress to final qualifying on 29 June. The 40-year-old has scored nearly 20,000 first-class runs and taken nearly 650 wickets in a professional career spanning over 20 years. "I've got to the stage in my life where I thought 'just go for it'," he said.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/57611359

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/26/21 at 5:38 am

Four-time Olympic champion Mo Farah will consider his future after failing to qualify for this year's Games.

Farah, 38, missed the 10,000m selection time by 19 seconds at a cold and windy British Championships in Manchester.

He needed to go under 27 minutes 28 seconds to make the British team for Tokyo but finished in 27:47.04.

"I don't know what to think or what's next. If I can't compete with the best why bother?" said Farah, who won 5,000m and 10,000m gold in 2012 and 2016.

"There's no excuse in terms of conditions - it is what it is. I genuinely thought I'd come out here, get the time and then go back to the training camp.

"I've had an amazing career. Thinking about it tonight it's a bit shocking and I don't really know what to say.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/athletics/57610421

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/21 at 5:52 am

The Cardiff Half Marathon has been postponed for the third time because of uncertainty over social distancing rules in Wales, organisers say. Run 4 Wales says the race has been move from October to Sunday, 27 March 2022. It is hoped that two Cardiff Half Marathons will take place in 2022, with the second race on Sunday, October 2. Since its foundation in 2003, the Cardiff Half Marathon has become the UK's third biggest race after the London Marathon and the Great North Run.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/21 at 11:25 am

TOUR DE FRANCE

Mark Cavendish won his 32nd Tour de France stage victory to move within two stages of the all-time record held by Belgian legend Eddy Merckx.

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Written By: nally on 07/06/21 at 9:45 pm

NBA Finals start tonight: Milwaukee Bucks at Phoenix Suns.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/21 at 1:04 am

OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP

The two-year wait for an Open Championship will finally be over at 06:35 BST on Thursday when England's Richard Bland hits the opening tee shot at Royal St George's.

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Written By: nally on 07/15/21 at 1:19 am

NBA Finals 2021: series is tied at 2 games apiece, thanks to the Milwaukee Bucks defeating the Phoenix Suns 109-103 in Game Four.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/21 at 8:37 am

OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP

Open Championship first-round leaderboard

-6 L Oosthuizen (SA); -5 J Spieth (US), B Harman (US); -4 M Hughes (Can), D Frittelli (SA), S Cink (US), B Hebert (Fra), W Simpson (US)

Selected others: -3 A Sullivan (Eng), J Rose (Eng), D Willett (Eng), J Senior (Eng), T Fleetwood (Eng); -2 D Johnson (US), P Casey (Eng), -1 B Koepka (US); Level R McIlroy (NI); +1 J Rahm (Spa), B DeChambeau (US); +10 P Mickelson (US)

Former champion Louis Oosthuizen leads The Open by one stroke after posting a brilliant bogey-free six under par on the opening day at Royal St George's.

The 2010 winner salvaged par on the 18th to set the early pace as the Kent venue welcomed the return of fans, with up to 32,000 allowed each day.

That puts the South African one clear of another former champion in American Jordan Spieth, the 2017 winner.

Brian Harman also reached five under in warm but windy conditions on the coast.

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Written By: Howard on 07/18/21 at 1:59 pm

As of this past Friday wrestling fans was live and in person and after 17-18 months there will be no more virtual fans as WWE will now go back to live arenas.

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Written By: nally on 07/18/21 at 3:06 pm

NBA Finals: Bucks win Game Five, 123-119, to take 3-games-to-2 series lead. Game Six is on Tuesday night.

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Written By: nally on 07/21/21 at 9:21 pm

Congratz to the Milwaukee Bucks on winning the 2021 NBA Finals.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/21 at 7:56 am

RUGBY LEAGUE

This year's Rugby League World Cup in England has been postponed until 2022 after the withdrawal of champions Australia, and New Zealand. The two countries pulled out of the tournament citing "player welfare and safety concerns" related to Covid-19. The World Cup, featuring men's, women's and wheelchair events, was set to start in Newcastle on 23 October. "It became unfeasible and irresponsible for us to carry on," said Jon Dutton, chief executive of the tournament.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/21 at 7:42 am

43rd Ryder Cup

Dates: 24-26 September Venue: Whistling Straits, Wisconsin

Bryson DeChambeau says being heckled by fans has not "been comfortable" but hopes his performances will get the home crowd behind him as the United States look to regain the Ryder Cup.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/21 at 2:22 pm

Ryder Cup latest:

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/onesport/cps/976/cpsprodpb/11024/production/_120686696_fridaymorningfoursomes.png

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/21 at 1:53 am

43rd Ryder Cup

The United States have regained the Ryder Cup with a record 19-9 victory over Europe at Whistling Straits in Wisconsin.

Subject: Manny Pacquiao retires from boxing to focus on political career

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/29/21 at 7:45 am

Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao has announced his retirement from the sport to focus on his political career.

The multi-division world champion, who is a senator in his native Philippines, has already announced his intention to run for president in the country's 2022 elections.

The 42-year-old's final fight was a defeat by Cuba's Yordenis Ugas in Las Vegas last month.

"I just heard the final bell. Boxing is over," said Pacquiao.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/boxing/58730638

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/21 at 8:05 am

Ten former rugby league players, including ex-Great Britain scrum-half Bobbie Goulding, are claiming the sport has left them with brain damage.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-league/59045827

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/03/21 at 9:11 am

The 459-year old golf course being 'chewed up' by the North Sea.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/av/golf/59131726

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Written By: nally on 11/03/21 at 11:02 pm

The 459-year old golf course being 'chewed up' by the North Sea.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/av/golf/59131726

:o :\'(

That is kinda sad.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/15/21 at 8:05 am

Rugby League

Australia and New Zealand will play in the re-scheduled 2021 Rugby League World Cup - it was postponed for a year after both teams withdrew because of "safety concerns" related to Covid-19. The five-week tournament had been due to start last month but will now take place between 15 October and 19 November next year. Australia and New Zealand will join 30 other competing nations across the men's, women's and wheelchair events in a "bigger and better" tournament in 2022. Despite the postponement of the original event, only five matches have been impacted, with the full 61-match schedule set to be released on Friday.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/21 at 1:21 pm

GOLF

Tiger Woods says he is "making progress" after sharing the first footage of him playing golf since he was seriously injured in a car accident in February. The 15-time major champion took to Twitter to update fans on his recovery.

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Written By: nally on 11/29/21 at 11:21 pm

MLB offseason news:

Dodgers have lost two of their players to free agency: shortstop Corey Seager (the 2020 World Series MVP) and starting pitcher Max Scherzer. They have signed with the Texas Rangers and New York Mets, respectively.

Apparently both TEX and NYM want to be contending teams in 2022.

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Written By: nally on 12/02/21 at 11:51 pm

As of early this morning, MLB has its first lockout in 27 years. :\'( :( This is because the Collective Bargaining Agreement has expired.

I hope they can get something going before the end of March next year, when the '22 season is slated to begin.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/22 at 12:19 am

Peter Wright produced a sensational comeback to beat Michael Smith in a thrilling final of the PDC World Darts Championship. Trailing 5-4 and with Smith two legs up in the 10th set, Wright fought back to win three sets in a row to claim the title. The Scot, champion in 2020, is only the sixth player to win the title twice. "I'm over the moon, I've got her back," said Wright. "This is my lady and I'm happy to get it back."

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Written By: nally on 01/25/22 at 8:37 pm

Major League Baseball Hall Of Fame election 2022: David Ortiz, in his first year of eligibility, has been the only player to receive at least 75% of the vote. Congratz to Big Poppy!! :)

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Written By: nally on 01/26/22 at 9:22 pm

I should also add that a handful of notable names — Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens, and Curt Schilling — have dropped off the ballot after ten straight years of failing to get 75% of the votes needed to get into the Hall. I can’t say I’m the least bit surprised. ::) If I were one of the voters, I wouldn’t have voted for any of those guys.

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Written By: nally on 01/30/22 at 11:28 pm

NFL playoffs:

Super Bowl LVI, which will be played two weeks from today at SoFi Stadium (Los Angeles), will feature the L.A. Rams (who currently call that stadium home, no less) and the Cincinnati Bengals.

Rams defeated the San Francisco 49ers, 20-17, and the Bengals defeated the KC Chiefs 27-24.

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Written By: nally on 02/19/22 at 3:07 pm

MLB Lockout news: It has already been confirmed that a week's worth of spring training games are definitely gonna be cancelled. (If not for this lockout thingy, players would have already reported to their training camps by now.)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 03/09/22 at 7:23 am

Tiger Woods will be inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame at the PGA Tour headquarters in Florida on Wednesday. American Woods has won 15 majors, second only to Jack Nicklaus' 18, and a joint-record 82 times on the PGA Tour. The 46-year-old is missing this week's Players Championship at Sawgrass as he continues to recover from the injuries he sustained in a car crash in 2021. He played with his son Charlie at an event in December but is yet to set a date for his return to the PGA Tour.

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Written By: nally on 03/17/22 at 12:35 am

MLB off-season news: Dodgers sign Freddie Freeman!!!

I think it’s about time to start the MLB 2022 season thread. If no one starts it within the next 24 hours, then I might start it when I’m on the PC again.

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Written By: AmericanGirl on 04/04/22 at 10:46 pm

Watched the last few minutes of NCAA championship basketball game. WOW what a game! Kansas held on to win - but NC had a chance to tie it in the last 4.3 seconds. Big comeback for Kansas, down by 16 at halftime. Looks to be an instant classic!

Subject: Masters: Scottie Scheffler wins first major as Rory McIlroy finishes second

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/11/22 at 6:03 am

World number one Scottie Scheffler cemented his place as the dominant force in the men's game by winning the Masters and clinching his first major.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/golf/61061626

Subject: Allyson Felix: US Olympic great to retire at end of season

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/22 at 3:26 pm

Allyson Felix, the most decorated female track and field Olympian of all time, will retire at the end of the season.

The 36-year-old American has won 11 Olympic medals, including seven golds, as well as 13 world titles.

She competed at her fifth and final Olympics in Tokyo last summer.

"As a little girl they called chicken legs, never in my wildest dreams would I have imagined I'd have a career like this," said Felix.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/athletics/61101649

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/22 at 7:20 am

Tiger Woods has been added to a star-studded field for the JP McManus Pro-Am at Adare Manor. The 15-time major winner will play the two-day event in the Republic of Ireland on 4-5 July - less than two weeks before the Open Championship. Woods stated his intention to play at the 150th Open at St Andrews having completed 72 holes at the Masters on his competitive comeback. His stirring return came 14 months after a life-threatening car crash.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/22 at 7:02 am

World champion Julian Alaphilippe suffered two broken ribs, a broken scapula and a collapsed lung after hitting a tree during Sunday's Liege-Bastogne-Liege one-day race. The 29-year-old Frenchman's condition is stable, but he has been kept in hospital for observation, said his Quick-Step Alpha Vinyl team. A huge crash brought down many riders 62km out, with Alaphilippe landing in a ditch and hitting a tree. Remco Evenepoel, 22, won the race.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/22 at 6:46 am

SNOOKER

Six-time champion Ronnie O'Sullivan moved into the semi-finals of the World Championship with a comfortable 13-5 win over Stephen Maguire. O'Sullivan, the world number one, led 11-5 overnight and compiled breaks of 71 and 126 to seal victory in 20 minutes. His win sees him reach a 13th Crucible semi-final, one more than Stephen Hendry's tally of 12. He will now face either four-time winner John Higgins or Jack Lisowski.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/22 at 1:16 pm

SNOOKER

Three-time champion Mark Williams reached his seventh World Championship semi-final after beating Yan Bingtao 13-11. Breaks of 62 and 102 had seen China's Yan edge ahead at 10-8. But Williams made a sublime 135 on his way to levelling at 10-10 and then pulled clear, sealing his win with a composed break of 78. The Welshman will face either Stuart Bingham or Judd Trump in a best-of-33 last-four meeting.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/03/22 at 8:46 am

SNOOKER

Ronnie O'Sullivan has played down his achievement of equalling Stephen Hendry's modern-era record of seven world titles. O'Sullivan beat Judd Trump 18-13 as the World Championship final in Sheffield concluded on Monday. "I think it meant more to him than me to have seven world titles but we will share it," O'Sullivan said. "Hendry is an absolute legend of the game. It is just a number - I do not get too caught up in that." The world number one, 46, has won four of the five finals he has played at the Crucible since he considered retirement in 2011. It was at that point he began working with psychiatrist Steve Peters to help turn his form around. "I thought at 35 I was done," O'Sullivan added.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/22 at 6:38 am

SNOOKER

Ronnie O'Sullivan has played down his achievement of equalling Stephen Hendry's modern-era record of seven world titles. O'Sullivan beat Judd Trump 18-13 as the World Championship final in Sheffield concluded on Monday. "I think it meant more to him than me to have seven world titles but we will share it," O'Sullivan said. "Hendry is an absolute legend of the game. It is just a number - I do not get too caught up in that." The world number one, 46, has won four of the five finals he has played at the Crucible since he considered retirement in 2011. It was at that point he began working with psychiatrist Steve Peters to help turn his form around. "I thought at 35 I was done," O'Sullivan added.
Ronnie O'Sullivan has played down his achievement of equalling Stephen Hendry's modern-era record of seven world titles. O'Sullivan beat Judd Trump 18-13 as the World Championship final in Sheffield concluded on Monday. "I think it meant more to him than me to have seven world titles but we will share it," O'Sullivan said. "Hendry is an absolute legend of the game. It is just a number - I do not get too caught up in that." The world number one, 46, has won four of the five finals he has played at the Crucible since he considered retirement in 2011. It was at that point he began working with psychiatrist Steve Peters to help turn his form around.

Subject: US PGA Championship: Phil Mickelson and Tiger Woods set to play

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/22 at 6:38 am

Defending champion Phil Mickelson and 15-time major winner Tiger Woods have been named in the 156-man field for the US PGA Championship in Oklahoma.

Woods returned to competitive golf at the Masters in April, 14 months after suffering life-threatening injuries in a car crash.

Mickelson, who has been on a break from golf after criticising Saudi Arabia's regime, last played in February.

Golf's second major of the year takes place from 19-22 May.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/22 at 3:04 am

US PGA Championship second-round leaderboard
-9 W Zalatoris (US); -8 M Pereira (Chi); -6 J Thomas (US); -5 B Watson (US); -4 R McIlroy (NI), A Ancer (Mex)

Selected others: -3 M Fitzpatrick (Eng); -2 T Hatton (Eng), C Smith (Aus); +1 R MacIntyre (Sco), T Fleetwood (Eng), J Rose (Eng); +3 T Woods (US);

Missed cut:+6 S Scheffler (US), D Johnson (US)

American Will Zalatoris takes a one-stroke lead into the weekend at the US PGA Championship after overnight leader Rory McIlroy dropped back on day two.

Subject: 2022 NBA Finals

Written By: nally on 06/02/22 at 10:52 pm

2022 NBA Finals: Boston Celtics take Game One, 120-108, over the Golden State Warriors.

I must note that this is the first time since 2019 that the NBA Finals are starting at the normal time of the year (early June).

Subject: Re: 2022 NBA Finals

Written By: nally on 06/10/22 at 10:23 pm

2022 NBA Finals: Boston Celtics take Game One, 120-108, over the Golden State Warriors.

I must note that this is the first time since 2019 that the NBA Finals are starting at the normal time of the year (early June).

Last Sunday the Warriors struck back in Game Two, 107-88.

And on Wednesday night in Game Three, the Celtics won on their home court, 116-100, to go up 2 games to 1.

And right now, Game Four is in progress, in the final quarter, with the Warriors trying to tie up the series again and force a Game Six next Thursday.

Subject: Re: 2022 NBA Finals

Written By: nally on 06/11/22 at 2:37 pm

And right now, Game Four is in progress, in the final quarter, with the Warriors trying to tie up the series again and force a Game Six next Thursday.

Aha - shortly after I made this post, the game finished up, with GS winning 107-97. So it's now essentially a best-of-three series.

Subject: Re: 2022 NBA Finals

Written By: nally on 06/17/22 at 12:45 am

NBA Finals: Congrats to the Golden State Warriors for winning in 6 games over the Boston Celtics.

Subject: Tiger Woods & Rory McIlroy launch 'high-tech golf league' aimed at younger fans

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/22 at 3:16 am

Golfers Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy have launched a new "high-tech league" - intended to appeal to younger fans - that will begin in 2024.

The league will feature six, three-man teams competing on "a data-rich, virtual course" in a stadium setting.

Each of the 18-hole contests will take just two hours to complete.

The league - called TGL - will be run by TMRW Sports - the technology-focused sports company launched by Woods and McIlroy on Tuesday.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/golf/62665874

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/22 at 3:56 am

Sport has paid tribute after Queen Elizabeth II, the UK's longest-serving monarch, died aged 96.

Messages poured in from sporting governing bodies and personalities after her death was announced on Thursday.

A minute's silence was held at Manchester United, Arsenal, West Ham and Hearts' European matches.

And in horse racing, the sport closely linked to Her Majesty, she was described as its "greatest supporter".

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/22 at 6:45 am

BOXING

Anthony Joshua has accepted WBC champion Tyson Fury's terms for an all-British heavyweight fight on 3 December and is "awaiting a response", his management company has said. Joshua, 32, was sent an offer by Team Fury, suggesting a 60-40 purse split to the champion and a December fight date. The fight was agreed on Friday but the announcement was delayed because of the death of the Queen last Thursday. Initial terms have been agreed but Joshua is yet to sign a contract.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/22 at 12:35 am

CYCLING

The 2022 Road Cycling World Championships take place between 18-25 September in Wollongong, Australia. More than 1,000 riders compete across 11 men's and women's races in the elite, under-23 and junior categories. France's Julian Alaphilippe has won the last two men's road race titles while Italy's Elisa Balsamo is the defending champion in the women's road race. Italy's Filippo Ganna and the Netherlands' Ellen van Dijk took the time-trial titles in 2021.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/22 at 2:13 am

Kenya's Amos Kipruto and Ethiopia's Yalemzerf Yehualaw won their maiden London Marathon titles with breakaway victories in the elite men's and women's races.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/12/22 at 10:30 am

BOXING

Conor Benn says he expects an "apology" from his critics as the investigation continues into his failed drugs test.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/boxing/63228775

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 12/21/22 at 11:04 pm

With 99 days to go until the 2023 MLB regular season starts, there are a number of free agent players that have signed with different teams.. including several who were members of the Dodgers (not just this past season, but in previous years as well). And when long-timer Justin Turner got snatched by Boston, I was rather upset about that. I mean, he was a great player to have on the team, and he was also a nice guy off the field. Now the question remains as to who’s gonna fill the void at third base for LAD.

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Written By: nally on 01/07/23 at 11:34 am

MLB offseason news: Dodgers have just released pitcher Trevor Bauer, who was suspended from mid 2021 through all of last season.

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Written By: nally on 01/14/23 at 3:45 pm

MLB offseason news: veteran outfielder Andrew McCutcheon, now 36, is reportedly returning to the team he began his career with: the Pittsburgh Pirates!

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Written By: Philip Eno on 01/18/23 at 8:27 am

Ten Chinese players face match-fixing charges as snooker's governing body investigates the sport's biggest corruption scandal. The allegations include manipulating games, approaching players to cheat, betting on snooker and fixing a match.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/snooker/64297128

Subject: A-Royal-dis Chapman?

Written By: nally on 01/23/23 at 12:07 am

MLB offseason news: Veteran relief pitcher Aroldis Chapman is reportedly signing a one-year deal to pitch for the Kansas City Royals this year.

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Written By: nally on 01/24/23 at 7:49 pm

Scott Rolen appears to be the only electee into the National Baseball Hall Of Fame this year. He will join Fred McGriff, who was voted in late last year by the Veterans Committee.

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Written By: nally on 02/05/23 at 6:27 pm

Because Major League Baseball is still in the offseason, I have not started the MLB 2023 thread yet. But I did find out this weekend, on Facebook, that the Dodgers plan to retire another uniform number this year: 34, which has not been worn by any player or coach since 1990, when Fernando Valenzuela pitched his final season in Dodger Blue. The ceremony will take place on Friday August 11th, before the Dodgers take on the Colorado Rockies.

Story can be found here.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/06/23 at 11:31 am

The Old Course in St Andrews has defended renovation work around the historic Swilken Bridge after it was compared to a "DIY patio".

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/13AB3/production/_128536508_swilcanbridge-ukgolfguy.jpg.webp

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-edinburgh-east-fife-64538420

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Written By: Philip Eno on 02/08/23 at 6:09 am

LeBron James has become the NBA's all-time leading scorer, passing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's long-standing record. Los Angeles Lakers star James hit 38 points in a 133-130 defeat by the Oklahoma City Thunder to surpass Abdul-Jabbar's mark of 38,387, set in 1989. Abdul-Jabbar initially broke the scoring record in April 1984, eight months before James was born.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/basketball/64563131

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 02/25/23 at 10:36 pm

MLB Spring Training is now underway, so I'm thinking it'll be time to make the 2023 MLB thread pretty soon. Regular season starts on March 30th!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/27/23 at 2:17 pm

16-year-old Mia Brookes wins gold to become Great Britain's first snowboard slopestyle world champion, landing the first ever Cab 1440 in a women's event in the process.

Subject: 2023 World Baseball Classic update

Written By: nally on 03/13/23 at 10:22 pm

So, the World Baseball Classic is happening this year for the first time in six years. In Pool B, Team Japan has completed a perfect 4-0 first round to advance to the next round of the tournament.

Subject: Re: 2023 World Baseball Classic update

Written By: nally on 03/18/23 at 10:05 pm

I haven’t been posting updates on the WBC, but the stage is now set for the Semifinals.

Team Mexico (which defeated Puerto Rico) will face Team Japan (which defeated Team Italy).
Team Cuba (which defeated Australia) will face Team USA (which defeated Team Venezuela tonight).

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/23 at 8:51 am

I haven’t been posting updates on the WBC, but the stage is now set for the Semifinals.

Team Mexico (which defeated Puerto Rico) will face Team Japan (which defeated Team Italy).
Team Cuba (which defeated Australia) will face Team USA (which defeated Team Venezuela tonight).
I think I heard about a British team playing in this tournament

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 03/19/23 at 11:03 am

I think I heard about a British team playing in this tournament

Yes, there was a Great Britain team involved. But they didn’t advance. :-\\

Subject: Re: 2023 World Baseball Classic update

Written By: nally on 03/19/23 at 11:20 pm

Team USA advances to the Championship game Tuesday night! They defeated Team Cuba in a landslide, 14-2, tonight.

They will face whichever team wins the other semifinal game, which will be played tomorrow between Mexico and Japan.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/20/23 at 3:22 am

Team USA advances to the Championship game Tuesday night! They defeated Team Cuba in a landslide, 14-2, tonight.

They will face whichever team wins the other semifinal game, which will be played tomorrow between Mexico and Japan.
It seems the four semi-final countries have baseball as their national game?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 03/20/23 at 9:54 pm

It seems the four semi-final countries have baseball as their national game?

Well, it is quite popular in various countries such as those.

Subject: Re: 2023 World Baseball Classic update

Written By: nally on 03/20/23 at 9:56 pm

Team USA advances to the Championship game Tuesday night! They defeated Team Cuba in a landslide, 14-2, tonight.

They will face whichever team wins the other semifinal game, which will be played tomorrow between Mexico and Japan.

Japan just beat Mexico 6-5 on a walkoff hit. Mexico had been leading for most of the game. But in the bottom of the ninth inning, the Mexican pitcher could not record any outs. (He gave up a leadoff double to Shohei Othani.)

So the stage is set for the Championship game tomorrow night: USA vs Japan!

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/21/23 at 8:48 am

When Maddie Hinch saved four shootouts to seal Olympic hockey gold and make British sporting history, she was not prepared for what happened next. That moment in 2016 was watched by nine million people on TV in Britain, the BBC's News at Ten was delayed, and she and her team shot to instant fame. Hinch, announcing her international retirement, reflected on the "weight of the gold" after the "fairytale" in Rio. "It's a part of my life I'll always struggle to comprehend," she said.

Subject: Re: 2023 World Baseball Classic update

Written By: nally on 03/21/23 at 8:02 pm

Japan just beat Mexico 6-5 on a walkoff hit. Mexico had been leading for most of the game. But in the bottom of the ninth inning, the Mexican pitcher could not record any outs. (He gave up a leadoff double to Shohei Othani.)

So the stage is set for the Championship game tomorrow night: USA vs Japan!

The final game is in progress; on last look, Team Japan was leading Team USA 3-1 in the 5th. If Japan hangs on to win, then they will have completed a perfect WBC.

Subject: Re: 2023 World Baseball Classic update

Written By: nally on 03/21/23 at 10:34 pm

If Japan hangs on to win, then they will have completed a perfect WBC.

They’ve done it! Shohei Othani (of Team Japan) struck out his Angels teammate Mike Trout (playing for Team USA) to nail down a 3-2 win. Congratulations to the Team Japan for completing a perfect 2023 WBC.

Subject: Re: 2023 World Baseball Classic update

Written By: nally on 03/22/23 at 7:27 pm

2023 World Baseball Classic MVP is none other than Shohei Othani.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/23 at 1:18 pm

Russia's doping suspension has been lifted - but the nation will remain banned "for the foreseeable future" because of the war in Ukraine, the World Athletics Council has ruled.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/28/23 at 5:45 am

Former rugby players diagnosed with brain injuries could get millions of pounds from the sport's governing bodies to pay for their care. More than 200 ex-players have accused rugby governing bodies of failing to protect them against brain injuries. Legal experts said the claims against the organisations could exceed £300m.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 03/28/23 at 9:50 pm

MLB regular season starts this Thursday; I will need to start the thread before then! I hope others will contribute to it besides me.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/29/23 at 6:55 am

MLB regular season starts this Thursday; I will need to start the thread before then! I hope others will contribute to it besides me.
When you say Thursday, do mean Thursday tomorrow or Thursday next week, for if Thursday next week, by pure chance or coincidence, the county cricket season the same day. BTW, I hope to be there for it.

Subject: Masters 2023: Rains stops third round at Augusta as Brooks Koepka leads

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/23 at 8:22 am

2023 Masters latest third-round leaderboard
-13 B Koepka (US); -9 J Rahm (Spa); -6 S Bennett (US); -5 P Cantlay (US), C Morikawa (US), M Fitzpatrick (Eng), V Hovland (Nor)
Selected others: -4 P Mickelson (US), J Rose (Eng), J Day (Aus); -3 S Scheffler (US); -2 S Lowry (Ire), J Spieth (US); -1 T Hatton (Eng); Level T Fleetwood (Eng); +9 T Woods (US)

Heavy downpours forced play to be abandoned on the third day of the Masters after American Brooks Koepka extended his advantage at Augusta.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/23 at 9:42 am

2023 Masters latest third-round leaderboard
-13 B Koepka (US); -9 J Rahm (Spa); -6 S Bennett (US); -5 P Cantlay (US), C Morikawa (US), M Fitzpatrick (Eng), V Hovland (Nor)
Selected others: -4 P Mickelson (US), J Rose (Eng), J Day (Aus); -3 S Scheffler (US); -2 S Lowry (Ire), J Spieth (US); -1 T Hatton (Eng); Level T Fleetwood (Eng); +9 T Woods (US)

Heavy downpours forced play to be abandoned on the third day of the Masters after American Brooks Koepka extended his advantage at Augusta.
Just to say the BBC this year are covering the final round live like their have previously done, therefore I cannot watch it!

Subject: Masters 2023: Jon Rahm wins

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/23 at 6:48 am

2023 Masters final leaderboard
-12 J Rahm (Spa); -8 P Mickelson (US), B Koepka (US); -7 P Reed (US), J Spieth (US), R Henley (US)
Selected others: -6 V Hovland (Nor); -4 S Scheffler (US), M Fitzpatrick (Eng); -2 J Rose (Eng), S Lowry (Ire), S Bennett (US)*; +4 T Fleetwood (Eng), T Hatton (Eng)
* denotes amateur

Spain's Jon Rahm kept his nerve and patience to win a first Masters, swinging an exciting final day in his favour from American Brooks Koepka.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/23 at 6:20 am

A 33-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with potential co-ordinated disruption activities at Saturday's Grand National at Aintree.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/23 at 8:42 am

Strarting today, the World Championship is snooker's biggest event and has been staged since 1927. It has been hosted in its modern form by Sheffield's Crucible Theatre since 1977. It is one part of snooker's 'Triple Crown' events alongside the UK Championship and the Masters. The event has seen some of the biggest names in snooker throughout the decades win the trophy, including Stephen Hendry (seven titles) and Ronnie O'Sullivan (seven titles).

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/23 at 11:18 am

A 33-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with potential co-ordinated disruption activities at Saturday's Grand National at Aintree.
Protesters delayed the start of the Grand National on Saturday after getting onto the racecourse at Aintree.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/23 at 11:45 am

Protesters delayed the start of the Grand National on Saturday after getting onto the racecourse at Aintree.
Corach Rambler, 8-1 favourite, wins 2023 Grand National with superb finish at Aintree

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/23 at 1:23 am

Andy Murray won his first title in nearly four years by beating Tommy Paul in the final of the ATP Challenger event in Aix-en-Provence. Briton Murray, 35, came back from a set down against American top seed Paul to win 2-6 6-1 6-2. It is the three-time Grand Slam champion's first title since winning in Antwerp in 2019, and his first on clay since 2016 in Rome. It is his first title at the second-tier Challenger level since 2005.

Subject: NBA playoffs 2023

Written By: nally on 05/13/23 at 9:03 pm

LeBron James, Los Angeles Lakers eliminate champion Warriors with 122-101 victory in Game 6. It was a historic loss for the Warriors.
(Personally I’m fine with that since the Lakers are my local NBA team.)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/17/23 at 4:28 am

Novak Djokovic criticised Cameron Norrie's behaviour after the Briton hit him with a smash while his back was turned in their Italian Open match.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/18/23 at 9:34 am

GOLF

The 105th US PGA Championship finally got under way after a delay of one hour and 50 minutes caused by frost covering the Oak Hill course.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/20/23 at 1:35 am

GOLF

105th US PGA Championship leaderboard
-5 S Scheffler (US), C Conners (Can), V Hovland (Nor); -3 J Suh (US), B DeChambeau (US); -2 B Koepka (US), C Tarren (Eng); -1 T Pendrith (Can), J Rose (Eng)
Selected Others: E R McIlroy (NI), S Lowry (Ire), K Bradley (US) +1 D Johnson (US) +4 J Rahm (Spa), C Smith (Aus), +5 P Mickelson (US), J Spieth (US), J Thomas (US)

Scottie Scheffler, Viktor Hovland and Corey Conners lead the US PGA Championship at the halfway point, as Jon Rahm battled to make the cut.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/23 at 7:50 am

CYCLING

Mark Cavendish, one of Britain's most successful cyclists, will retire at the end of the season. In 2021 he equalled the legendary Eddy Merckx's record of 34 Tour de France stage victories. During a news conference at the Giro d'Italia, Cavendish, 38, said: "Cycling has been my life for over 25 years. "It's taught me so much about life, dedication, loyalty, sacrifice and perseverance - all important things to pass on now as a father."

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/23 at 10:24 am

GOLF

105th US PGA Championship final leaderboard
-9 B Koepka (US); -7 S Scheffler (US), V Hovland (Nor); -3 C Davis (Aus) K Kitayama (US) B DeChambeau (US);-2 S Straka (Aut) R McIlroy (NI)
Selected: -1 J Rose (Eng), C Smith (Aus); Level S Lowry (Ire); +1 T Hatton (Eng), M Block (US); +2 T Fleetwood (Eng);+5 C Tarren (Eng); +7 J Rahm (Spa)

A resurgent Brooks Koepka held off Scottie Scheffler and Viktor Hovland to claim his third US PGA Championship title at Oak Hill in New York state.

Subject: Re: NBA playoffs 2023

Written By: nally on 05/23/23 at 7:56 pm

NBA postseason: Lakers have been swept in the Western Conference Finals. :(

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/07/23 at 1:26 pm

GOLF

The PGA Tour and DP World Tour's shock merger with Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) will ultimately be "good for golf", says Rory McIlroy.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/golf/65836419

Subject: Re: NBA playoffs 2023

Written By: nally on 06/10/23 at 11:49 pm

NBA Finals has four games in the books now, with Denver leading Miami three games to one.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/12/23 at 4:23 pm

The US Senate is investigating the planned commercial merger between the PGA Tour, DP World Tour and Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund (PIF).

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/13/23 at 11:08 am

GOLF: US Open

England's defending champion Matt Fitzpatrick will play with Open winner Cameron Smith in the US Open's first two rounds at Los Angeles Country Club. They will tee off on Thursday in round one alongside Sam Bennett.

Subject: Re: NBA playoffs 2023

Written By: nally on 06/13/23 at 11:40 pm

2023 NBA Finals: Congrats to the Denver Nuggets! (They finished it off yesterday.)

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/16/23 at 10:01 am

123rd US Open first-round leaderboard

-8 R Fowler (US), X Schauffele (US); -6 D Johnson (US), W Clark (US); -5 R McIlroy (NI), B Harman (US); -3 S Scheffler (US), B DeChambeau (US), H English (US), S Bennett (US), SW Kim (Kor), P Barjon (Fra), M Hughes (Can)
Selected: -2 M Homa (US); -1 P Mickelson (US), V Hovland (Nor), J Rahm (Spa); +1 M Fitzpatrick (Eng), B Koepka (US)

The US Open first round featured record lows, two holes-in-one and a charging Rory McIlroy as the tournament returned to Los Angeles after a 75-year absence.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/23 at 2:16 am

Following the withdrawal of a team-mate Belgian shot putter Jolien Boumkwo competes in the 100m women's hurdles to gain important points for her nation at the European Athletics Team Championships in Poland.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/23 at 8:40 am

Tour de France 2023

Frenchman Victor Lafay produced a brilliantly timed attack to win the second stage of the c. Belgium's Wout van Aert had appeared perfectly placed to take the 208.9km stage, which ended in San Sebastian. But Lafay burst clear with 900m to go and Van Aert was left banging his handlebars in frustration after being unable to reel him in. Britain's Adam Yates retained the leader's yellow jersey, with his twin brother Simon in joint-second place. Simon is six seconds back, along with Adam's UAE team-mate and two-time winner Tadej Pogacar.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/23 at 11:47 am

Tour de France 2023

Mark Cavendish has crashed out of what is set to be his final Tour de France before retirement. The 38-year-old Manxman was involved in an innocuous crash 60km from the finish of the race's eighth stage - a 200.7km run from Libourne and Limoges. Widely regarded as cycling's greatest sprinter of all time, Cavendish came into this year's Tour level on 34 stage wins with Belgian legend Eddy Merckx.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/23 at 2:50 pm

Tour de France 2023

Michael Woods claimed a breakaway victory on stage nine of the Tour de France as Tadej Pogacar took more time out of race leader Jonas Vingegaard. Canadian climber Woods made up around two minutes on American Matteo Jorgenson on the steep final section of the dormant volcano, the Puy de Dome. Jorgenson and Woods were among 14 escapees early on the 182.5km stage from Saint Leonard de Noblat. Pogacar's late attack saw him make up eight seconds on Vingegaard.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/18/23 at 1:27 am

The 2026 Commonwealth Games are in doubt after the Australian state of Victoria cancelled its plans to host due to budget blowouts.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: AmericanGirl on 07/26/23 at 4:01 pm

Rocky Wirtz, the NHL Chicago Blackhawks' team owner and chairman, passed away yesterday age 70 after a brief illness. He was considered in large part responsible for the team's turnaround and huge success in the 10's (winning Stanley Cups in 2010, 2013 and 2015). Sad to say goodbye :\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Nebraska college volleyball match sets women's sport attendance record

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/23 at 7:14 am

The record attendance for a women's sporting event has been broken at a United States college volleyball match. A crowd of 92,003 fans watched Nebraska beat Omaha at their Memorial Stadium, eclipsing the 91,648 who saw Barcelona play Wolfsburg in a 2022 Women's Champions League match at the Nou Camp. "It's incredible," Nebraska middle blocker Andi Jackson told ESPN.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/onesport/cps/976/cpsprodpb/E64A/production/_130945985_gettyimages-1635590038.jpg

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/volleyball/66667888

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/23 at 8:31 am

GOLF:
Suzann Pettersen called her players "legends" as Europe lifted the Solheim Cup for a third consecutive occasion at Finca Cortesin in Spain.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/23 at 4:45 pm

GOLF: RYDER CUP 2023
The 44th edition of the Ryder Cup gets under way in Rome on Friday morning as Europe attempt to regain the trophy and avenge their record defeat by the United States two years ago at Whistling Straits.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/04/23 at 6:46 am

CYCLING:
Britain's Mark Cavendish has delayed plans to retire and will race in next year's Tour de France. The 38-year-old sprinter, who announced his retirement in May, has signed a new one-year contract with his Astana-Qazaqstan team. He will have the chance to break the record of 34 Tour stage wins which he shares with legend Eddy Merckx. "I love riding my bike," Cavendish said. "I spoke to the kids; they said carry on."

Subject: Rugby World Cup semi-final

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/23 at 1:46 am

Rugby World Cup semi-final:

Argentina 6 - 44 New Zealand

Will Jordan scored an impressive hat-trick as seven-try New Zealand crushed Argentina at Stade de France to reach a record fifth Rugby World Cup final.

Subject: Rugby World Cup semi-final

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/23 at 3:29 am

Rugby World Cup semi-final: England v South Africa

England are the only team through to the Rugby World Cup semi-finals with a 100% record, progressing with five wins from five games.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/23 at 1:58 pm

Rugby World Cup semi-final: England v South Africa

England are the only team through to the Rugby World Cup semi-finals with a 100% record, progressing with five wins from five games.
After England were heavily beaten by South Africa in the Cricket World Cup, tonight's rugby match can be considered to be a grudge match.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 11/17/23 at 11:08 pm

MLB Offseason news:

Owners have voted to relocate the Athletics for the third time in franchise history... to Las Vegas. :o :o
This move will not take place until after next season is complete, however.

(I've been trying to find an article to link to, but every one of them seems to have a paywall before I can read even one paragraph.) >:(

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/20/23 at 7:03 am

Golf:

Ludvig Aberg added to the astonishing start he has made to his professional career by claiming his maiden PGA Tour victory in the RSM Classic. The Swede carded back-to-back rounds of 61 to finish 29 under par, four shots clear of Canada's Mackenzie Hughes. The win has moved Aberg, who turned professional in June, to world number 32 and secured an invitation to his first major - next year's Masters. "I'm super happy. It's kind of beyond my dreams," the 24-year-old told NBC.

Subject: Shohei Ohtani to sign with Dodgers

Written By: nally on 12/09/23 at 2:32 pm

MLB offseason news:

It has just been announced that Japanese baseballer Shohei Ohtani, who just spent the past six seasons with the Los Angeles Angels, is going to sign with the Los Angeles Dodgers for the upcoming season!

He won’t be pitching, but he can still hit, so he’ll have to be the everyday DH.

Subject: Re: Shohei Ohtani to sign with Dodgers

Written By: AmericanGirl on 12/09/23 at 3:05 pm

MLB offseason news:

It has just been announced that Japanese baseballer Shohei Ohtani, who just spent the past six seasons with the Los Angeles Angels, is going to sign with the Los Angeles Dodgers for the upcoming season!

He won’t be pitching, but he can still hit, so he’ll have to be the everyday DH.

That's quite the MLB news! I know several teams were courting him, including the Cubbies :-\\ ...

Subject: Re: Shohei Ohtani to sign with Dodgers

Written By: nally on 12/09/23 at 4:02 pm

That's quite the MLB news! I know several teams were courting him, including the Cubbies :-\\ ...

And the Blue Jays, and the Giants (I think)…

But I saw the story on my Facebook feed. This deal is apparently for 10 years and $700M. :o

Subject: Re: Shohei Ohtani to sign with Dodgers

Written By: AmericanGirl on 12/09/23 at 4:39 pm

...This deal is apparently for 10 years and $700M...

WOW!!! :o :o :o

Subject: Re: Shohei Ohtani to sign with Dodgers

Written By: nally on 12/09/23 at 10:19 pm

WOW!!! :o :o :o

Of course, if he chooses uniform number 17 (like he had with the Angels), then Joe Kelly (whom the Dodgers are keeping, as they’ve signed him to another one-year contract) will need to choose a different number.

Subject: Sports Personality of the Year 2023: Mary Earps wants 'to change the world'

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/20/23 at 9:37 am

England and Manchester United goalkeeper Mary Earps wants "to change the world" after being named Sports Personality of the Year 2023.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/67770432

Subject: Re: Shohei Ohtani to sign with Dodgers

Written By: nally on 12/20/23 at 7:54 pm

Of course, if he chooses uniform number 17 (like he had with the Angels), then Joe Kelly (whom the Dodgers are keeping, as they’ve signed him to another one-year contract) will need to choose a different number.

Joe Kelly has apparently chosen to wear uniform number 99.

Subject: Re: Shohei Ohtani to sign with Dodgers

Written By: AmericanGirl on 12/22/23 at 3:34 pm

...Shohei Ohtani, who just spent the past six seasons with the Los Angeles Angels, is going to sign with the Los Angeles Dodgers for the upcoming season!...

Didn't they also just sign Yoshinobu Yamamoto to pitch? ???

Subject: Re: Shohei Ohtani to sign with Dodgers

Written By: nally on 12/22/23 at 7:53 pm

Didn't they also just sign Yoshinobu Yamamoto to pitch? ???

Yes! I believe they did so yesterday!

I know that a number of teams were targeting him, including the Dodgers (who seriously need good starting pitching), so hopefully Mr. Yamamoto will be a good fit. Same with Tyler Glasnow, who had been with the Tampa Rays for the past few years.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/02/24 at 12:30 pm

DARTS:
Luke Littler has taken the PDC Darts World Championship by storm on his debut, aged just 16. On Tuesday he is hoping to extend his fairytale run against 2018 world champion Rob Cross in the semi-finals at Alexandra Palace in London. Victory would see him secure a place in an all-England final against Luke Humphries or Scott Williams on Wednesday.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/darts/67861277

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/02/24 at 4:11 pm

DARTS:
Luke Littler has taken the PDC Darts World Championship by storm on his debut, aged just 16. On Tuesday he is hoping to extend his fairytale run against 2018 world champion Rob Cross in the semi-finals at Alexandra Palace in London. Victory would see him secure a place in an all-England final against Luke Humphries or Scott Williams on Wednesday.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/darts/67861277
Teenager Luke Littler beat 2018 champion Rob Cross to storm into the PDC World Darts Championship final.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/24 at 2:36 am

Teenager Luke Littler beat 2018 champion Rob Cross to storm into the PDC World Darts Championship final.
England's Luke Humphries defeated teenager Luke Littler 7-4 in a gripping final at Alexandra Palace to win his first PDC World Championship title.

Subject: 2024 National Baseball Hall Of Fame Announcement

Written By: nally on 01/23/24 at 10:18 pm

Congratulations to Adrian Beltre, Todd Helton, and Joe Mauer on being elected to the National Baseball Hall Of Fame today! Those three players will join manager Jim Leyland, who was elected by the Veterans Committee last month, as the Baseball Hall Of Fame Class of 2024 on July 21st in Cooperstown to be inducted.

Subject: Re: 2024 National Baseball Hall Of Fame Announcement

Written By: AmericanGirl on 01/23/24 at 11:02 pm

Congratulations to Adrian Beltre, Todd Helton, and Joe Mauer on being elected to the National Baseball Hall Of Fame today! Those three players will join manager Jim Leyland, who was elected by the Veterans Committee last month, as the Baseball Hall Of Fame Class of 2024 on July 21st in Cooperstown to be inducted.

O0

Subject: Kamila Valieva: Russian figure skater given four-year ban for doping

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/24 at 12:23 pm

Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva has been given a four-year ban for doping after initially being cleared.

A Russian Anti-Doping Agency (Rusada) investigation found the teenager bore "no fault or negligence" for a failed test before the 2022 Winter Olympics when she was 15 years old.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/winter-sports/68127536

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/12/24 at 2:55 pm

Teenager Luke Littler hit a nine-dart finish on his way to winning the title on his Players Championship debut. The 17-year-old beat Ryan Searle 8-7 in the final in Wigan on Monday to secure his first ranking tournament victory and continue his ascent in the sport. Littler hit the nine-darter in his 6-1 win over Michele Turetta in their last-32 tie earlier in the day. "I know my game is there and I can beat anyone, and I'm happy I have won," Littler said after the win over Searle.

Subject: MLB Spring Training has begun!

Written By: nally on 02/22/24 at 7:38 pm

So, the first Spring Training games were played today. Next month it will be time for the regular season! At some point I will start the thread for the 2024 season.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 03/03/24 at 11:04 pm

Pro basketball: Lebron James has become the first player in NBA history to score 40,000 career points.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/04/24 at 2:31 am

Pro basketball: Lebron James has become the first player in NBA history to score 40,000 career points.
How many games has he played to achieve this?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/04/24 at 6:01 am

Katie Boulter won her first WTA 500 title by fighting back from a set down to defeat Marta Kostyuk in the San Diego Open final. The 27-year-old Briton won 5-7 6-2 6-2 in the biggest triumph of her career so far.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 03/17/24 at 3:45 pm

How many games has he played to achieve this?

More than 1,400.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 06/11/24 at 7:56 pm

NBA Finals 2024: Boston Celtics lead the Dallas Mavericks 2 games to none.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 06/16/24 at 4:09 pm

NBA Finals 2024: Boston Celtics lead the Dallas Mavericks 2 games to none.

The Celtics’ quest for a sweep was averted on Friday night in Game Four. Mavs won to force a fifth game on Monday (which means another late Jeopardy).

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 06/17/24 at 10:14 pm

NBA Finals: Congrats to the Boston Celtics, winners of the 2024 NBA championship!

Subject: Great Britain end 60-year wait for America's Cup spot

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/04/24 at 9:46 am

Great Britain will compete for the America's Cup for the first time since 1964 after beating Italy 7-4 in a qualifying event in Barcelona.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/sailing/articles/cqxrq8yeq4yo

Subject: Cyclist Sir Chris Hoy announces his cancer is terminal

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/24 at 5:56 am

Six-time Olympic cycling champion Sir Chris Hoy has announced that his cancer is terminal.

In an interview with the Sunday Times,, external he says doctors have told him he has between two and four years to live.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cj4dr9xdxgro

Subject: Blake Snell to pitch for L.A. Dodgers in 2025

Written By: nally on 11/30/24 at 5:18 pm

Free agent pitcher Blake Snail - I mean Snell - who spent this past season with the San Francisco Giants, has signed a deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers! :)

Subject: Sumo Grand Tournament back in London after 34 years

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/04/24 at 12:54 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/ace/standard/976/cpsprodpb/bed6/live/f86fcb40-b23d-11ef-98c2-357817fb5124.jpg.webp

The Royal Albert Hall will be transformed into a "temple of sumo" as it is set to host the Grand Sumo Tournament for the second time.

Next October, more than 40 of Japan's elite rikishi - wrestlers - will compete across five days to crowned the tournament's grand champion.

The venue will be complete with an authentic soil and sand dohyō (ring) and a roof "reminiscent of a Shinto shrine".

Previously the Kensington venue hosted the tournament in 1991.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c9831r9nr9do

Subject: US players to be paid £400k for playing in Ryder Cup

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/16/24 at 10:35 am

Players on next year's United States Ryder Cup team will be paid to compete after a package was agreed by the PGA of America.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/golf/articles/clyg859jed5o

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 12/24/24 at 9:11 pm

MLB offseason news: Starting pitcher Walker Buehler, who had played only for the Los Angeles Dodgers in his career, has reportedly signed a deal with the Boston Redsox. :o I for one am kinda bummed by this; I’m gonna miss him. Well, he did make his final Dodgers appearance a good one, by closing out Game Five of the World Series to give the Dodgers a championship.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 01/08/25 at 10:12 pm

And speaking of Dodgers players going to another team, second baseman Gavin Lux was reportedly traded to the Cincinnati Reds earlier this week, for a minor league player. Although he seemed to play well last season, I’m not terribly sorry to see him leave my team.

Subject: Defending snooker champion Ronnie O'Sullivan withdraws from Masters

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/10/25 at 11:00 am

Defending champion Ronnie O'Sullivan has withdrawn from the Masters on medical grounds.

O'Sullivan, 49, was aiming to win a record-extending ninth title, and had been set to face John Higgins in a blockbuster opening to the tournament at Alexandra Palace on Sunday.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/snooker/articles/czj3y47j38vo

Subject: Tyson Fury announces retirement from boxing again

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/13/25 at 9:45 am

Former world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury has announced his retirement from boxing.

Fury last fought in December when he lost his rematch against WBA (Super), WBC and WBO champion Oleksandr Usyk.

The 36-year-old Fury previously announced his retirement after beating Dillian Whyte in April 2022 but returned six months later.

The Briton has enjoyed two stints as heavyweight champion and holds a record of 34 wins, two defeats and one draw.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/boxing/articles/c1wejqevx1wo

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/25 at 5:16 am

Shaun Murphy held off a stirring fightback by world champion Kyren Wilson to secure his second Masters snooker title with a 10-7 win at Alexandra Palace, London.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 01/22/25 at 10:24 pm

Yesterday, the Baseball Hall of Fame Class of 2025 was announced. Ichiro Suzuki, C.C. Sabathia, and Billy Wagner were all voted in. They will be inducted in July.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/05/25 at 11:32 am

Two days after his Pebble Beach Pro-Am triumph, Rory McIlroy ended up on the losing side in the latest night of Tomorrow's Golf League (TGL) action in Florida which included a technical hitch that forced Tommy Fleetwood to retake a shot. McIlroy's Boston Common Golf team were beaten 6-2 by Collin Morikawa's Los Angeles Golf Club.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 02/05/25 at 11:14 pm

MLB Opening Day is only 50 days away now!

Next week, players will start reporting to their training camps; get ready for Spring Training.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/07/25 at 3:17 pm

Tiger Woods is set to play in his first PGA Tour event since last summer's Open at next week's Genesis Invitational at Torrey Pines.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/09/25 at 11:34 am

Is it the Super Bowl today, late tonight in my case?

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/25 at 5:18 am

Warren Gatland is set to leave his role as Wales head coach after a record 14 successive Test match defeats.

Gatland, 61, is contracted until the 2027 World Cup but was already in line to depart at the end of the Six Nations.

He is now set to leave during the tournament with three games remaining with Wales looking for an interim boss.

Wales face Ireland on 22 February in Cardiff, then travel to Scotland on 8 March before finishing the tournament at home against England on 15 March.

Subject: Kiplimo runs sub-57 to shatter half marathon record

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/16/25 at 5:31 am

Uganda's Jacob Kiplimo became the first person to run a half marathon below 57 minutes as he shattered the world record by 48 seconds in Barcelona.

The 24-year-old ran 56 minutes and 42 seconds to eclipse Ethiopian Yomif Kejelcha's previous world record of 57:30 set in Valencia in October.

Kiplimo's time is the best single improvement on the men's world half-marathon record.

"I am very excited about what I did today," said the former 10,000m Olympic and World Championships bronze medallist.

"I wanted to have a great race, but I didn't expect to break the world record.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/athletics/articles/cj65lj9ledro

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 02/16/25 at 11:41 pm

MLB Spring Training starts this week!

But I’m not gonna bother creating a new thread because the regular season starts March 27th and we won’t be here anymore by then. :\'(

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 02/20/25 at 7:56 pm

So, today is the first day of MLB Spring Training. Dodgers lost big to the Cubs.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: AmericanGirl on 02/20/25 at 10:00 pm

MLB Spring Training starts this week!

But I’m not gonna bother creating a new thread because the regular season starts March 27th and we won’t be here anymore by then. :\'(

There's an MLB thread now on the new forum...

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 02/21/25 at 8:18 am

There's an MLB thread now on the new forum...

Yes, I saw your pm. I will register there soon enough.

Subject: Re: Longest Sports Thread Ever!

Written By: nally on 02/23/25 at 10:52 pm

Yes, I saw your pm. I will register there soon enough.

I finally registered there yesterday and found the new baseball thread. I will contribute to that one during Spring Training, and of course during the regular season (which begins March 27) and the postseason.

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