Archive for the ‘World sports’ Category

Barrichello seeking sponsors for IndyCar move (AP)

Friday, February 10th, 2012
AP - Veteran Formula One driver Rubens Barrichello said his move to the IndyCar Series depends on finding new sponsors and he may only compete on road and street circuits.

Rangers on Cruz control with two-year deal (Reuters)

Friday, February 10th, 2012
Reuters - Hard-hitting outfielder Nelson Cruz and the Texas Rangers have agreed to a two-year, $16 million contract extension, the team said on Thursday.

Red Wings and Maple Leafs to play at Big House (AP)

Friday, February 10th, 2012

Detroit Red Wings goalie Jimmy Howard, left, talks with National Hockey League commissioner Gary Bettman talks on the field after announcing the NHL Winter Classic hockey game at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, Mich., Thursday, Feb. 9, 2012. The Toronto Maple Leafs will play the Detroit Red Wings at Michigan Stadium on Jan. 1, 2013.  (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)AP - The Detroit Red Wings and Toronto Maple Leafs will began 2013 by renewing their rivalry at one of North America's most iconic stadiums.


Ullrich stripped of 3rd-place finish at 2005 Tour (AP)

Friday, February 10th, 2012

FILE - In this Aug. 28, 2011 file picture former German cycling star Jan Ullrich participates in the Oetztal marathon cycling race over the distance of 238 kilometers in Soelden, Austria.  Sport's highest court has banned 1997 Tour de France winner Jan Ullrich for two years for doping, and stripped him of his third-place finish behind Lance Armstrong in the 2005 race.  The Court of Arbitration for Sport ruled  Thursday Feb. 9, 2012 that the 38-year-old German, who retired in 2007, was connected to the Opeation Puerto probe in Spain. Ullrich is banned hfrom cycling through August 2013. However, CAS rejected the International Cycling Union's request to impose a life ban and disqualify all Ullrich's results since May 2002. CAS said Ullrich's six-month ban for using amphetamines out-of-competition in 2002 should not be classed as a doping offense. A second offense can trigger a life ban.  (AP Photo/dapd, Kerstin Joensson, file)AP - Another day, another doping case, another Tour de France result amended.


Lehman looks for more wins on Champions Tour (AP)

Thursday, February 9th, 2012
AP - Tom Lehman looks to continue feasting on the Champions Tour when he begins the defense of his title at the Allianz Championship Friday.

Rangers, Cruz strike $16M, 2-year deal (AP)

Thursday, February 9th, 2012
AP - AL championship series MVP Nelson Cruz has agreed to a $16 million, two-year contract with the Texas Rangers.

Police testify to finding beaten lacrosse player (AP)

Thursday, February 9th, 2012

FILE - This undated file photo provided by Media Relations University of Virginia shows Yeardley Love. George Huguely is charged with first-degree murder, robbery, burglary, breaking and entering, grand larceny and murder in the commission of robbery in the death of Yeardley Love during a drunken confrontation in May 2010. Huguely pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder and other charges on Monday. Jury selection continues in Huguely's trial continues Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2012 in Charlottesville Circuit Court.  (AP Photo/Media Relations University of Virginia, File)AP - Police officers who responded to what they thought was an alcohol overdose of a University of Virginia lacrosse player found her bruised and bloodied body, and quickly realized her apartment was a crime scene, according to testimony Thursday.


Cavaliers guard Irving recovering from concussion (AP)

Thursday, February 9th, 2012

Cleveland Cavaliers' Kyrie Irving is congratulated by teammates after the Cavaliers defeated the Dallas Mavericks 91-88 in an NBA basketball game Saturday, Feb. 4, 2012, in Cleveland. Irving scored a team-high 20 points. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)AP - Cavaliers rookie guard Kyrie Irving is being evaluated at the Cleveland Clinic as he recovers from a concussion.


Mercedes tops F1 test; Lotus fastest 2012 car (AP)

Thursday, February 9th, 2012

CORRECTS NAME OF DRIVER - Nico Rosberg  of Germany and Mercedes GP drives during Formula One winter testing at the Circuito de Jerez, on Thursday, Feb. 9, 2012, in Jerez de la Frontera, Spain. (AP Photo /  Miguel Angel Morenatti)AP - The new Mercedes car topped Formula One preseason testing for a second straight day, while Lotus was quickest of the season's new competitors.


“Linsanity” has the Knicks riding high (Reuters)

Thursday, February 9th, 2012
Reuters - Jeremy Lin's sudden rise from obscure reserve to the toast of Broadway could not have come at a better time for the New York Knicks.

Church ad urges prayer for last-place Canadiens (AP)

Thursday, February 9th, 2012
AP - It's come to this for the Montreal Canadiens: The Catholic church is asking people to pray for the last-place team.

Defending champs return to Boston Marathon (AP)

Thursday, February 9th, 2012
AP - Reigning Boston Marathon champions Geoffrey Mutai and Caroline Kilel lead the field of elite runners for the 116th edition of the event.

Mets owners asks high court for help in case (AP)

Thursday, February 9th, 2012
AP - The owners of the New York Mets want the Supreme Court to get involved in their attempt to recover money from Bernard Madoff's Ponzi scheme.

Cabrera-Bello shoots 63 in Dubai; McIlroy 3 back (AP)

Thursday, February 9th, 2012

Rafael Cabrera-Bello from Spain plays a shot on third hole during the first round of Dubai Desert Classic, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Thursday, Feb. 9, 2012. (AP Photo/Kamran Jebreili)AP - Rafael Cabrera-Bello made nine birdies in his first 11 holes to finish at 9-under 63 Thursday for a two-shot lead after the first round of the Dubai Desert Classic.


AP Enterprise: US Olympic’s London gym nearly done (AP)

Thursday, February 9th, 2012

A general view of the University of East London's new sports facility, on the university's campus in London Thursday, Feb. 9, 2012. A sparkling 21 million-pound ($33.2 million) gym at the University of East London that will be used by the U.S. Olympic team during the London games is just about complete. In a few weeks, it will be ready for everyone from stars like swimming's Michael Phelps and basketball's Kobe Bryant to U.S. athletes who are still relatively unknown, offering them privacy to lift, stretch, tune and scrimmage. (AP Photo/Alastair Grant)AP - Think of it as "Colorado Springs East" — a training spot for U.S. Olympians in London.


FA won’t rush to replace Capello before Euro 2012 (AP)

Thursday, February 9th, 2012

English Football Association chairman David Bernstein talks to the media at Wembley Stadium in London after the resignation of England soccer manager Fabio Capello, Thursday, Feb. 9, 2012. The English Football Association has appointed Stuart Pearce as the interim coach of the England team following Fabio Capello's resignation. (AP Photo/Sang Tan)AP - The head of the English Football Association says he will not rush to hire Fabio Capello's successor ahead of this year's European Championship.


Tour winner Ullrich found guilty of doping by CAS (Reuters)

Thursday, February 9th, 2012
Reuters - Retired former Tour de France winner Jan Ullrich has been found guilty of doping in relation to a blood-doping scandal that engulfed his sport six years ago and has been banned for two years, the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) said on Thursday.

No. 10 Duke stuns No. 5 North Carolina 85-84 (AP)

Thursday, February 9th, 2012

Duke's Austin Rivers (0) reacts after his game-winning basket against North Carolina following an NCAA college basketball game in Chapel Hill, N.C., Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2012. Duke won 85-84. (AP Photo/Gerry Broome)AP - Austin Rivers and his Duke teammates kept hanging around, doing just enough to keep North Carolina from blowing the game open until the Tar Heels finally gave them an opening.


Harrington trying to return to the elite (AP)

Thursday, February 9th, 2012

Tiger Woods, front right, walks with his coach, Sean Foley, front left, up to the 10th green of the Monterey Peninsula Country Club shore course during a practice round at the Pebble Beach National Pro-Am golf tournament in Pebble Beach, Calif., Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2012. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg)AP - Padraig Harrington has been coming to the Pebble Beach National Pro-Am for a half-dozen years, for reasons that cause some players to stay away.


No. 10 Duke stuns No. 5 North Carolina 85-84 (AP)

Thursday, February 9th, 2012

North Carolina's Harrison Barnes, left, and Duke's Seth Curry chase the ball during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Chapel Hill, N.C., Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2012. (AP Photo/Gerry Broome)AP - Harrison Barnes shook off his nagging ankle injury and a series of undersized defenders to help No. 5 North Carolina take charge in the second half. He just couldn't finish off No. 10 Duke.