Bale back in training ahead of Liverpool clash Carlo Ancelotti has called on his Real Madrid side to continue their fine form Gareth Bale returned to training with his Real Madrid team-mates on Sunday ahead of Tuesday's Champions League visit of Liverpool. Bale has not played in any of Madrid's five matches since the international break, being an unused substitute against Levante before being … [Read more...]
Caroline Wozniacki finishes NYC Marathon (Yahoo Sports)
Caroline Wozniacki finishes NYC Marathon (Yahoo Sports) Caroline Wozniacki was thrilled with her first marathon. So I'm really, really happy.'' She was met at the finish line by her friend and tennis rival Serena Williams and the pair hugged. ''I think I've done everything you're not supposed to do before a marathon,'' Wozniacki said laughing. … [Read more...]
Robert Griffin III can’t complete Redskins comeback in return to action
Robert Griffin III can't complete Redskins comeback in return to action Robert Griffin III started hot, cooled off and then reheated in his first game back from a dislocated ankle. But Griffin couldn't finish a comeback as the Washington Redskins fell to the Minnesota Vikings, 29-26. Griffin hit on his first six passes for 103 yards in the first quarter and looked to have no signs of the … [Read more...]
Agent: No tampering in Maddon move to Cubs
Agent: No tampering in Maddon move to Cubs Maybe we haven't heard the last from Joe Maddon's Rays-to-Cubs leap. (USATSI) As you are likely aware, Joe Maddon recently opted out of his deal with the Rays and soon thereafter agreed to become manager of the Cubs. Regarding that change of employers, here's what Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times recently wrote: The Rays remain convinced that the Cubs … [Read more...]
Teddy Bridgewater, Vikings have last word in victory over Redskins
Teddy Bridgewater, Vikings have last word in victory over Redskins Robert Griffin III had the better start, in his return to the Washington Redskins. Teddy Bridgewater finished stronger, giving the Minnesota Vikings another comeback victory. MORE: Scoreboard | Stats | Cardinals down Cowboys | Images Bridgewater threw a touchdown pass near the end of the first half and didn't have any turnovers, … [Read more...]
Bill Snyder apologizes for appearance in ad for Sen. Pat Roberts
Bill Snyder apologizes for appearance in ad for Sen. Pat Roberts Kansas State coach Bill Snyder apologized for being in an ad for Kansas Sen. Pat Roberts (R) as Roberts is up for re-election on November 4. "I made a mistake," Snyder said after his team's game Saturday night via the Topeka Capital-Journal. "I'm not going to delve into exactly how everything happened, but I made a mistake and … [Read more...]
Petkovic wins Tournament of Champions final (Yahoo Sports)
Petkovic wins Tournament of Champions final (Yahoo Sports) Fourth-seeded Andrea Petkovic of Germany rallied to defeat third-seeded Flavia Pennetta 1-6, 6-4, 6-3 Sunday in the final of the season-ending Tournament of Champions, clinching her third WTA title of the year. Pennetta started aggressively and the Italian broke Petkovic's serve three times to win the opening set in just 35 minutes. … [Read more...]
Heavy snow and wind in New England for Patriots-Broncos
Heavy snow and wind in New England for Patriots-Broncos New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick said he's not a huge fan of meteorologists, but he can't be too mad at Mother Nature. The Patriots and Broncos woke up Sunday in Massachusetts to heavy snow and wind, and that could continue until kickoff of 4:25 p.m. kickoff. The Broncos present unique challenges to any defense, but a snow … [Read more...]
Waiver Wired: Top NBA Pickups – Week 1
Waiver Wired: Top NBA Pickups - Week 1 Since it’s the first Waiver Wired of the season and there are so many options available on waiver wires, I’ve decided to go really deep. Most weeks will feature five players at each position, but this week we’re looking at more like 10. If you’re in an 8- or 20-team league, chances are you’ll still find some guys available on the wire in yours. Having said … [Read more...]
Yankees likely to offer Robertson; Kuroda iffy
Yankees likely to offer Robertson; Kuroda iffy The Yankees are serious about keeping closer David Robertson. (USATSI) The Yankees appear to be leaning strongly toward extending the $15.3-million qualifying offer to star closer David Robertson, and while they haven't made the ultimate call on veteran starter Hiroki Kuroda, they don't seem especially likely to make him the same offer. The Yankees … [Read more...]