King of Clay, Nadal downs Federer to seal place in history
Monday, Jun 6, 2011 11:13 pm
King of Clay, Nadal downs Federer to seal place in history
 In one of the great French Open finals, Rafael Nadal called on every ounce of his talent, athleticism and courage to down Roger Federer 7-5, 7-6, 5-7, 6-1 and equal Bjorn Borg's record of six Roland Garros titles. After a match that exceeded all expectations, Nadal fell to his knees on his beloved red dirt of Philippe Chatrier Court.   Read more...
Superb Li holds off Schiavone to make history
Monday, Jun 6, 2011 10:10 pm
Superb Li holds off Schiavone to make history
 China's Li Na held firm in the face of a ferocious comeback on the part of defending champion Francesca Schiavone to win 6-4, 7-6(0) and claim the first-ever Grand Slam title for a player from Asia. The sixth seed put in a brilliant display, dominating Schiavone in the opening set and then stymieing the Italian's comeback in the second.   Read more...
£1m jackpot at Wimbledon
Tuesday, Apr 20, 2010 5:48 pm
The singles champions at Wimbledon this year will each pocket a cool £1 million, tournament organisers have announced.   Read more...
Maradona has emergency surgery after dog bite
Wednesday, Mar 31, 2010 11:51 am
BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) -- Argentina coach Diego Maradona underwent minor facial surgery on Tuesday after he was bitten by one of his pet dogs. The Argentine television station TN said the 49-year Maradona had reconstructive surgery to repair an injury to his upper lip after he was bitten. He was expected to be discharged later Tuesday.   Read more...
Vettel takes pole for Australian GP
Sunday, Mar 28, 2010 10:36 am
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) Red Bull driver Sebastian Vettel made it back-to-back pole positions to start the new Formula One season, snatching first place in Saturday's qualifying for the Australian Grand Prix from teammate and local hope Mark Webber.   Read more...
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