Djokovic, Serena hit new heights in Melbourne semis
MELBOURNE (Reuters) – Novak Djokovic hit some spectacular shots and showed true grit to hold off a Roger Federer fightback as he reached the final of the Australian Open for the fifth time in six years with a 6-1 6-2 3-6 6-3 victory on Thursday.
In Italian mafia stronghold, women soccer players take a stand
LOCRI, Italy (Reuters) – This seaside town in Italy’s deep south has long been a hotbed for the Calabrian mafia, which uses threats and violence to extort virtually every businessman, from the pizzerias to the fishmongers.
Horne blows ahead of Spieth in Singapore
SINGAPORE (Reuters) – World number one Jordan Spieth lurked one-shot off the lead before thunder halted the first round of the Singapore Open on Thursday but the American, missing his regular caddie, was left frustrated by his inaccurate approach play….
German Kerber ends Konta’s run to reach Melbourne final
MELBOURNE (Reuters) – Angelique Kerber ended Johanna Konta’s fairytale run at the Australian Open with a 7-5 6-2 victory on Thursday to earn a place in her first grand slam final.
All eyes on Djokovic vs. Federer on day 11 at Melbourne Park
(Reuters) – Reigning champion Novak Djokovic and number three seed Roger Federer will square off in a modern tennis classic when they take to centre court in the first men’s semi-final at the Australian Open on Thursday.
Ovechkin to skip All Star Game due to injury
(Reuters) – Washington Capitals forward Alex Ovechkin said he will miss this weekend’s All Star Game because of a nagging lower-body injury.
Serena demolishes Radwanska to make final in Australia
MELBOURNE (Reuters) – Serena Williams’ break from tennis at the end of last year to “just chill” appeared to have done her a world of good as the rejuvenated American bulldozed her way into the Australian Open final on Thursday.
Spurs bounce back, beat Rockets by 31 points
(The Sports Xchange) – Lessons learned. Statement made. Moving on.
James, Love carry Cavaliers past Suns
(The Sports Xchange) – LeBron James had 21 points and nine assists and forward Kevin Love had 21 points and 11 rebounds in the Cleveland Cavaliers’ 115-93 victory over the Phoenix Suns.
Cavs’ Lue to lead East in All-Star game
(Reuters) – Cleveland Cavaliers coach Tyronn Lue will lead the Eastern Conference at next month’s All-Star Game despite having only three games under his belt, the NBA announced on Wednesday.
