Tiger moves into lead at Congressional (AP)

July 4th, 2009

Tiger Woods, left, and Lucas Glover, right, follow Woods' tee shot on the 14th hole during the second round of the AT&T National golf tournament at Congressional Country Club, Friday, July 3, 2009, in Bethesda, Md. (AP Photo/Rob Carr)AP - The best of Tiger Woods came Friday when his game was falling apart.


Even in play, it’s all work for Tiger Woods (AP)

July 4th, 2009
AP - Tiger Woods can run down the list of the top 100 golf courses in America and find plenty that he hasn't played unless he was in a golf tournament.

Report: Turkoglu agrees to terms with Blazers (AP)

July 4th, 2009

FILE - In this June 11, 2009 file photo, Orlando Magic's Hedo Turkoglu, from Turkey, celebrates a shot in the fourth quarter of Game 4 of the NBA basketball finals against the Los Angeles Lakers in Orlando, Fla. Free agency opens in the NBA on Wednesday, July 1, 2009, and the Magic appear likely to lose Turkoglu after trading for Vince Carter last week. (AP Photo/John Raoux, File)AP - Hedo Turkoglu reportedly agreed to join the Portland Trail Blazers after helping Orlando reach the NBA finals.


Ramirez apologizes to fans, teammates (AP)

July 4th, 2009

Los Angles Dodgers' Manny Ramirez walks with agent Scott Borasm second from right, to Petco Park prior to the Dodgers' baseball game against the San Diego Padres Friday, July 3, 2009, in San Diego.  (AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi)AP - Manny Ramirez returned to the big leagues and apologized to fans and his teammates. He refused to talk about steroids, though.


Lakers head coach Jackson commits to another season (Reuters)

July 4th, 2009
Reuters - Los Angeles Lakers head coach Phil Jackson will stay in charge for the 2009-10 season, he said on Friday as he ended speculation about his future.

Earnhardt eyes Daytona as part of turnaround (AP)

July 4th, 2009

Dale Earnhardt Jr. answers question at a news conference at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Fla., Friday, July 3, 2009. (AP Photo/Terry Renna)AP - Dale Earnhardt Jr. doesn't know when he'll end his winless streak, or how long it will take to turn around his horrendous season.


Red Sox pitcher Dice-K’s going to Florida (AP)

July 4th, 2009
AP - Boston right-hander Daisuke Matsuzaka will head to Florida on Monday to begin a spring training-like strengthening program that the Red Sox hope will get him back to the big leagues later this season.

Ramirez Apologizes to Fans, Teammates

July 4th, 2009
Ramirez apologizes to fans, teammates; refuses to talk about steroids
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Diaz, Kemp share Farr lead (AP)

July 4th, 2009

Laura Diaz reacts to a putt on the ninth hole in the second round of the Jamie Farr Owens Corning Classic golf tournament Friday, July 3, 2009, in Sylvania, Ohio. Diaz is tied for the lead at 11-under par with Sarah Kemp after the second round. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)AP - With a surprised hop, Laura Diaz tied Sarah Kemp for the second-round lead Friday in the Jamie Farr Owens Corning Classic.


Stewart on pole after rain washes out qualifying (AP)

July 4th, 2009

Covered cars line up along pit road during a rain delay in qualifying for the NASCAR Sprint Cup Coke Zero 400 auto race at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Fla., Friday, July 3, 2009. Qualifying was cancelled a short time later. (AP Photo/John Raoux)AP - Points leader Tony Stewart was awarded the pole for Saturday night's race at Daytona International Speedway, getting the top spot when rain washed out Sprint Cup qualifying.


Bases loaded walk gives Cubs win (AP)

July 4th, 2009

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Jeff Suppan delivers  a pitch against the Chicago Cubs during the first inning of an MLB baseball game in Chicago, Friday, July 3, 2009. (AP Photo/Paul Beaty)AP - Jake Fox drew a bases-loaded walk off Mike DiFelice to force in the winning run with two outs in the 10th inning Friday, and the Chicago Cubs beat the Milwaukee Brewers 2-1.


Federer Seeks 15th Slam Vs. Roddick at Wimbledon

July 4th, 2009
14 down, 1 to go: Federer to face Roddick in Wimbledon final, with chance to break Slam mark
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Phil Jackson Says He’ll Return to Lakers

July 4th, 2009
Phil Jackson to return as Lakers coach next year; makes decision after consulting team doctor
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Federer seeks 15th Slam vs. Roddick at Wimbledon (AP)

July 4th, 2009

Roger Federer of Switzerland reacts, during his  men's singles semifinal against Tommy Haas of Germany at Wimbledon, Friday, July 3, 2009. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)AP - Rising, rising, rising, high above the most famous patch of grass in tennis, Roger Federer channeled Pete Sampras on match point in the Wimbledon semifinals Friday, tucking both feet back beneath his body and uncorking an overhead smash.


Phil Jackson says he’ll return to Lakers (AP)

July 4th, 2009
AP - Phil Jackson will return to coach the Los Angeles Lakers next season, getting a clean bill of health following a record championship season.

Coyotes sign Heshka to 1-year contract (AP)

July 4th, 2009
AP - The Phoenix Coyotes signed defenseman Shaun Heshka to a one-year contract Friday.

Reds put IF Richar on DL, activate IF Encarnacion (AP)

July 3rd, 2009
AP - The Reds activated third baseman Edwin Encarnacion from the 60-day disabled list Friday to replace infielder Danny Richar, who went on the 15-day disabled list with a torn labrum in his left shoulder.

Woods to play exhibition to help Begay charity (AP)

July 3rd, 2009
AP - Tiger Woods is helping out longtime friend Notah Begay III, agreeing to play in his charity Skins Game at Turning Stone Resort next month to support Native American youth.

Report: Turkoglu Agrees to Terms With Blazers

July 3rd, 2009
Report: Turkoglu agrees to join Trail Blazers after helping Magic reach NBA finals
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Federer, Roddick book Wimbledon title showdown (AFP)

July 3rd, 2009

American Andy Roddick returns a ball to Britain's Andy Murray during their semi final match on Day 11 at the 2009 Wimbledon tennis championships at the All England Club. Roddick ended Murray's dream of becoming the first British men's Wimbledon champion since 1936 on Friday with a 6-4, 4-6, 7-6 (9/7), 7-6 (7/5) semi-final victory.(AFP/Glyn Kirk)AFP - Roger Federer reached a record 20th Grand Slam final, and a seventh straight Wimbledon title match Friday, while Andy Roddick ended Andy Murray's bid to become the first British champion here since 1936.