Pistorius a 'broken man', says psychologist Dr Lore Hartzenberg said Oscar Pistorius had sometimes cried, retched, perspired during sessions with her © AP Oscar Pistorius is a "broken man" after killing girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp because he lost her, his reputation, friends, income and sense of self-worth, a psychologist called by the Olympic runner's lawyers testified Monday. Dr Lore … [Read more...]
WVU kicker Josh Lambert has perfect comment following game-winning kick (Photo)
WVU kicker Josh Lambert has perfect comment following game-winning kick (Photo) Josh Lambert’s career-long 55-yard field goal to give West Virginia a 37-34 win against Texas Tech as time expired finally earned the attention of his coach. pic.twitter.com/JJka3LpLq2 He finally talked to me!!!! Lol #Winning — Josh Lambert (@J_LambertWVU) October 11, 2014 Last month, Lambert hit a 47-yard game … [Read more...]
Oleg Tinkov’s 1 million euro challenge ‘no joke’ (The Associated Press)
Oleg Tinkov's 1 million euro challenge 'no joke' (The Associated Press) PARIS (AP) -- Russian billionaire Oleg Tinkov says his 1 million euro challenge is ''no joke'' and will help develop cycling's popularity. … [Read more...]
Bill Belichick’s microphone fumble, Dallas’ big win, and more from Week 6
Bill Belichick's microphone fumble, Dallas' big win, and more from Week 6 Bill Belichick fumbling with a microphone! The Dallas Cowboys welcoming new fans to their bandwagon for the first time in a generation! Kickers are awful! All this and more in NFL in :90, Yahoo Sports' super-fast rundown of the best of Week 6. What else happened on Sunday while you were focused on your fantasy team? … [Read more...]
AC Milan and Essien condemn ‘false’ Ebola reports
AC Milan and Essien condemn 'false' Ebola reports AC Milan midfielder Michael Essien says he is fit and well © Getty Images Michael Essien and his club AC Milan have both categorically denied reports that the player has contracted Ebola. Reports had surfaced in Africa over the weekend claiming midfielder had caught the virus. However, Essien was quick to dismiss the rumours in a tweet using … [Read more...]
Petra Kvitova to lead Czechs in Fed Cup final (Yahoo Sports)
Petra Kvitova to lead Czechs in Fed Cup final (Yahoo Sports) PRAGUE (AP) -- Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova will lead the Czech Republic team in next month's Fed Cup final against Germany. … [Read more...]
Martin wins stage, Gilbert retains overall lead (The Associated Press)
Martin wins stage, Gilbert retains overall lead (The Associated Press) BEIJING (AP) -- Dan Martin of Ireland won the 157-kilometer (97-mile) fourth stage of Tour of Beijing on Monday, while Belgium's Philippe Gilbert retained the overall lead. … [Read more...]
Prosthetic leg of signing Vietnam vet stolen by Philadelphia Eagles is found
Prosthetic leg of signing Vietnam vet stolen by Philadelphia Eagles is found Philadelphia Eagles fans, long known as some of the toughest in sports, earned themselves a great deal of measure with their respectful restraint during Sunday's game against the New York Giants when opposing receiver Victor Cruz was severely injured. The fans remained quiet, earning themselves a great deal of … [Read more...]
Police looking at Ben Flower punches
Police looking at Ben Flower punches Lance Hohaia has said he bears no grudges to Ben Flower © PA Photos Greater Manchester Police are looking into the punches thrown by Wigan prop Ben Flower during the Warriors' Super League Grand Final defeat to St Helens on Saturday. Flower was shown a red card two minutes into the game when he landed two punches on Lance Hohaia, first knocking his … [Read more...]
Cycling-Tinkoff-Saxo looking to boost audience with triple crown (Reuters)
Cycling-Tinkoff-Saxo looking to boost audience with triple crown (Reuters) (clarifies Pantani feat in final par) PARIS, Oct 13 (Reuters) - Tinkoff-Saxo's proposal to pit cycling's top four grand tour riders against each other in the Giro d'Italia, Tour de France and the Vuelta could provide a perfect platform to make the sport more attractive to a wider audience. Last week, team owner Oleg … [Read more...]