Finally, a win for Tiger Woods
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — The birdie putt on the final hole to win. The sweeping fist pump. The red shirt. It all looked so familiar Sunday afternoon in the Chevron World Challenge, where Tiger Woods ended a drought that…
Platt hails Nasri after five star display
David Platt hailed Samir Nasri’s display in the 5-1 win over Norwich City and then warned Blues fans not to expect a goals avalanche every week. Five strikes from a quintet of different players took the home side’s tally for…
Hoop Dreams: Riots cast shadow over Games
LONDON (AP) — Four days of rioting last August have cast a shadow over the neighbourhoods where the world’s top athletes will compete next summer at the 2012 London Games. Some Olympic events will occur just a few miles away…
Raiders’ McClain arrested on assault charges
DECATUR, Ala. (AP) — Oakland Raiders linebacker Rolando McClain was arrested Thursday on misdemeanor assault, firearms and other charges after police said he fired a gun during a fight in his Alabama hometown. McClain, 22, held a gun beside a…
Great milestone for Stoke
Tony Pulis has described Stoke’s progress to the last 32 of the Europa League as a “milestone” for the club. Kenwyne Jones’ header ensured Stoke drew with Dynamo Kiev to go further than they ever have before in Europe. “What…
O’Neill agrees to take Sunderland job
Martin O’Neill has agreed to succeed Steve Bruce as Sunderland manager, but he will not take charge of the team for Sunday’s away match against Wolverhampton. Sunderland have confirmed Bruce’s former assistant manager Eric Black will oversee that game. The…
Woods headed in the right direction
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Tiger Woods barely qualified for his own tournament at the Chevron World Challenge, an indication that the last two years have been the worst stretch of his career. His last two weeks of competition allow…
Beckham: ‘Big decision’ to make on future
MANILA, Philippines (AP) — David Beckham said he has a “big decision to make” after his contract with the Los Angeles Galaxy expires and reiterated his desire to play for the British team at the 2012 London Olympics. The former…
Fergie sorry after United crash out
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson apologised to fans for his team’s display in their 2-1 Carling Cup quarter-final loss to Crystal Palace. Glenn Murray headed the winner for the Championship side in extra-time. “I don’t know where to start…
Captain Ebanks Leads by Example
Scholars International avoided a third successive Cayman Premier League draw with a convincing and desperately needed victory over George Town Sports Club. Mark Ebanks was handed the captains armband for this game and it certainly seemed to inspire the young…
