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Cousins helps Marlins beat Braves 7-6
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 16:22 EDT
Rookie Cousins drives in winning run in 10th and Marlins beat Braves 7-6. Sent to the plate after a scary scene, pinch-hitter Scott Cousins delivered a game-winning single in the 10th inning for his first big league hit and the Florida Marlins beat the Atlanta Braves 7-6 Sunday.
Woods well back after third round at Boston TPC
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 16:15 EDT
NORTON, Massachusetts (Reuters) - Tiger Woods shot a respectable third round at the Deutsche Bank Championship Saturday but will likely go another week without winning.
Frogs overcome Fiesta flashback to beat Oregon St.
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 16:08 EDT
Fiesta flashback for No. 6 TCU, but win over Beavers moves Frogs ahead on another BCS chase. There had to be a Fiesta Bowl flashback for the TCU Horned Frogs when Andy Dalton threw an interception on their first drive of the new season.
Williams overcomes Peer test to reach last eight
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 16:08 EDT
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Twice champion Venus Williams came through a testing match to beat Israel's Shahar Peer 7-6 6-3 and reach the U.S. Open quarter-finals on Sunday.
Verdasco leads Spanish charge at US Open
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 16:03 EDT
Fernando Verdasco led the way for Spain in the third round of the US Open on Sunday, blasting past Argentina's David Nalbandian 6-2, 3-6, 6-3, 6-2, while Sam Querrey struck a blow for US hopes.
Cricket: Hameed says was repeating claims and misled
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 16:00 EDT
Pakistan batsman Yasir Hameed insisted Sunday he had been misled by an undercover reporter and was only repeating allegations he had read about when he said his teammates were corrupt.
Stakes never higher for No. 3 Boise State
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 15:48 EDT
Busting out: No. 3 Boise St trys to begin march to national title against No. 10 Va Tech. No. 3 Boise State has in many ways never played a more important game than it will Monday night, when the Broncos face No. 10 Virginia Tech at FedEx Field.
New Zealand capture fourth women's rugby World Cup
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 15:45 EDT
New Zealand shrugged off a double yellow-card setback to defeat England 13-10 and win the women's World Cup for a fourth successive time on Sunday.
Japan's Tomizawa dies after Moto2 crash
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 15:44 EDT
MISANO, Italy (Reuters) - Nineteen-year-old Japanese Moto2 rider Shoya Tomizawa has died after a crash during Sunday's San Marino Grand Prix, the second death in the sport in two events.
Ghana stroll to Nations Cup victory
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 15:32 EDT
World Cup quarter-finalists Ghana cruised to a 3-0 victory over little Swaziland Sunday in an opening-round 2012 African Nations Cup qualifier.
After shocking loss, Mississippi tries to regroup
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 15:32 EDT
Mississippi eager to forget, regroup after first loss to FCS team in school history. For the most part, things have gone quite well for Mississippi's football program since coach Houston Nutt arrived on campus in November of 2007.
Kelly savors 1st win, Michigan up next for Irish
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 15:31 EDT
Brian Kelly savors win in first game with Notre Dame, says Irish had no gross errors. Brian Kelly relaxed after his first victory at Notre Dame as only a coach can. He tuned in to some more football, catching the second half of a game involving the school he led to an unbeaten record last season.
Meyer: Gators have 'long way to go' after opener
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 15:28 EDT
Coach Urban Meyer says No. 4 Florida has 'long way to go' after sloppy win over Miami (Ohio). Florida coach Urban Meyer expected some growing pains.
Venus wins but never finds comfort at US Open
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 15:28 EDT
Williams struggles, Clijsters cruises to advance to quarterfinals at US Open. Venus Williams struggled with her serve. She kept tugging at her dress. Just as big a nuisance was her opponent, Shahar Peer.
Michigan QB Robinson aims for focus at Notre Dame
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 15:17 EDT
Michigan QB Denard Robinson draws comparisons to 1 of Rich Rodriguez's stars at West Virginia. Michigan quarterback Denard Robinson vows to stay focused during Notre Dame week.
Veteran coach Jack Crowe leads JSU to huge victory
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 15:08 EDT
Huge comeback, gutsy playcalling lead Jacksonville State to big upset over Mississippi. Jack Crowe has been coaching football for 40 years, but even he was at a loss to describe how Jacksonville State pulled off the unthinkable with a 49-48 double-overtime victory over Mississippi on Saturday.
Bengals cut backup QB O'Sullivan
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 15:04 EDT
Bengals release backup QB J.T. O'Sullivan, claim QB Dan LeFevour off waivers from Chicago. The Bengals have released second-string quarterback J.T. O'Sullivan, who struggled during the preseason.
With Hampton out, Robinson shines for No. 9 Iowa
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 14:54 EDT
With Jewel Hampton out on suspension, unheralded Adam Robinson shines again for No. 9 Iowa. The anticipation for Iowa sophomore running back Jewel Hampton's return from knee surgery and a one-game suspension has reached a fevered pitch in Iowa City.
Verdasco leads Spanish charge at US Open
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 14:52 EDT
Fernando Verdasco led the way for Spain in the third round of the US Open on Sunday, blasting past Argentina's David Nalbandian 6-2, 3-6, 6-3, 6-2.
Querrey beats Almagro in straight sets at US Open
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 14:49 EDT
American Sam Querrey beats Nicolas Almagro in straight sets to reach fourth round at US Open. American Sam Querrey has equaled his best showing at a Grand Slam tournament by beating 14th-seeded Nicolas Almagro to reach the fourth round at the U.S. Open.
No. 5 Texas' new running game unimpressive
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 14:45 EDT
No. 5 Texas' new running game unimpressive in season-opening win over Rice. Texas spent the offseason loading up a new power running game that was going to get tough yards and first downs when they need it.
Coach K pleased, but US faces higher expectations
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 14:42 EDT
Krzyzewski satisfied with his team, but Americans know more is expected of them. Those predicting that the United States will fall short of a world championship are focusing on the back of the jerseys.
Venus Williams reaches 10th US Open quarterfinal
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 14:40 EDT
Venus Williams gets through 1st-set test, beats Shahar Peer to reach US Open quarterfinals. Venus Williams got through a tougher-than-expected test against Israel's Shahar Peer to reach the U.S. Open quarterfinals for the 10th time.
Manning lets New Orleans party, prepares for 2010
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 14:37 EDT
While New Orleans celebrates, Manning gets ready for a new season. It's a good thing Peyton Manning lives in Indianapolis. Here, at least, he doesn't have to see his hometown reveling at his expense.
No. 19 Penn State's focus turns to top-ranked Tide
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 14:36 EDT
With season opener out of way, No. 19 Penn State can finally focus on top-ranked Alabama. The game Penn State fans have circled on their calendars for years is almost here.
Hameed insists was repeating claims and misled
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 14:31 EDT
Pakistan batsman Yasir Hameed insisted Sunday he had been misled by an undercover reporter and was only repeating allegations he had read about when he said his teammates were corrupt.
Verdasco beats Nalbandian in US Open third round
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 14:30 EDT
Eighth-seeded Fernando Verdasco beats 31st-seeded David Nalbandian in US Open third round. Eighth-seeded Fernando Verdasco beat 31st-seeded David Nalbandian 6-2, 3-6, 6-3, 6-2 in the third round of the U.S. Open.
Scandal-hit Pakistan well beaten by England in cricket Twenty20
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 14:27 EDT
Pakistan's latest match in their controversial tour of Britain ended in a five-wicket Twenty20 defeat by world champions England at Sophia Gardens here on Sunday.
Ghana stroll to Nations Cup victory
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 14:15 EDT
World Cup quarter-finalists Ghana cruised to a 3-0 victory over little Swaziland Sunday in an opening-round 2012 African Nations Cup qualifier.
Verdasco leads Spanish charge at US Open
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 14:09 EDT
Fernando Verdasco led the way for Spain in the third round of the US Open on Sunday, blasting past Argentina's David Nalbandian 6-2, 3-6, 6-3, 6-2.
Japanese rider, 19, killed in Moto2 crash in Italy
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 14:04 EDT
Japan's Tomizawa dies after crashing and being hit by 2 other riders in Moto2 race in Italy. Japanese teenager Shoya Tomizawa died after he crashed and was hit by two other riders during Sunday's Moto2 race at the San Marino Grand Prix in the sport's second fatality in eight days.
Navy-Maryland: In-state rivalry slow to catch on
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 13:59 EDT
Navy-Maryland renew rivalry with hopes of meeting again sooner than later. Navy and Maryland play Monday for the Crab Bowl trophy, a shiny piece of hardware that will probably gather dust for years before these rivals face each other again.
Anton retains Tour of Spain lead, Lopez takes stage
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 13:49 EDT
Spanish rider David Lopez of Caisse d'Epargne won the mountainous ninth stage of the Tour of Spain on Sunday while his compatriot Igor Anton retained the overall race leader's red jersey.
Cliff Lee may miss next start for Rangers
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 13:47 EDT
Cliff Lee may have his next start for Rangers skipped because of back discomfort. Texas Rangers manager Ron Washington says there's a good chance that Cliff Lee's next start will be skipped because of the pitcher's back pain.
Aussies muscled out of world basketball championships
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 13:36 EDT
Australia's world basketball championships campaign came to a bone-shuddering end on Sunday when they were crushed 87-58 by Slovenia in the last 16.
Schiavone beats Pavlyuchenkova at US Open
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 13:26 EDT
French Open champ Schiavone beats Pavlyuchenkova in straight sets at US Open. French Open champion Francesca Schiavone won in straight sets for the fourth consecutive match, beating 20th-seeded Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova on Sunday to advance to the U.S. Open quarterfinals.
Rugby champions Clermont end Montpellier run
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 13:22 EDT
Champions Clermont rebounded from Wednesday's defeat by Racing-Metro to beat in-form Montpellier 27-10 on Sunday in the French Top 14.
Scandal-hit Pakistan well beaten by England in cricket Twenty20
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 13:12 EDT
Pakistan's latest match in their controversial tour of Britain ended in a five-wicket Twenty20 defeat by world champions England at Sophia Gardens here on Sunday.
Jimenez wins European Masters ahead of EMolinari
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 13:05 EDT
Jimenez shoots 4-under 67 to win European Masters by 3 shots over Edoardo Molinari. Miguel Angel Jimenez won the European Masters on Sunday, shooting a 4-under 67 to beat Edoardo Molinari by three strokes.
Clijsters, Schiavone reach US Open quarter-finals
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 12:51 EDT
Defending champion Kim Clijsters and reigning French Open champion Francesca Schiavone advanced to the US Open quarter-finals with straight-set routs on Sunday.
Bolt has eyes on professional soccer career
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 12:48 EDT
Sprint star Usain Bolt aims to become professional soccer player once he quits athletics. Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt says he'll attempt to play professional soccer once he brings his track and field career to an end.
Rugby champions Clermont end Montpellier run
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 12:47 EDT
Champions Clermont rebounded from Wednesday's defeat by Racing-Metro to beat in-form Montpellier 27-10 on Sunday in the French Top 14.
Jimenez takes European Masters golf tournament
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 12:43 EDT
Miguel Angel Jimenez won the European Masters title on Sunday to become the fifth member of Europe's Ryder Cup team to clinch a title in the last month.
A-Rod back in Yankees' starting lineup
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 12:36 EDT
Rodriguez returns to Yankees starting lineup after missing time with calf injury. Alex Rodriguez was back in the New York Yankees' starting lineup Sunday, batting cleanup and playing third base in their series finale against the Toronto Blue Jays.
Still smooth sailing for seeds at windy U.S. Open
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 12:18 EDT
NEW YORK (Reuters) - The man for all occasions, Roger Federer provided a masterful demonstration of skill and precision in gale-force winds to breeze into the fourth round of the U.S. Open on Saturday.
Clijsters beats Ivanovic in 2 sets at US Open
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 12:07 EDT
Defending champ Kim Clijsters beats former No. 1 Ana Ivanovic in straight sets at US Open. Defending U.S. Open champion Kim Clijsters needed just 59 minutes to beat former top-ranked player Ana Ivanovic in the fourth round.
England leave Pakistan in a spin
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 12:03 EDT
Pakistan got back to playing cricket on their scandal-hit tour of Britain as they were held to 126 for four in the first Twenty20 international against world champions England on Sunday.
Annacone steps down as LTA head coach
Sun, 05 Sep 2010 11:45 EDT
Paul Annacone steps down as head coach at British LTA to avoid potential conflict of interest. Britain's Lawn Tennis Association says Paul Annacone has stepped down as its head coach of men's tennis.