Haze threatens Singapore World Cup meet
SINGAPORE (Reuters) – The thick haze that has blanketed parts of Southeast Asia is threatening to disrupt this weekend’s World Cup swimming meet in Singapore, with officials considering cancelling the two-day event if the air quality worsens further.
Superior kicking leads Ravens past Steelers in OT
(The Sports Xchange) – Justin Tucker stood at the podium, faced the media and cracked a joke while cradling the game ball under his right arm.
Rangers clinch playoff berth with 5-3 victory
(The Sports Xchange) – The Texas Rangers guaranteed themselves a post-season spot by beating the Los Angeles Angels on Thursday with third baseman Adrian Beltre driving in three runs for Texas, though just making the playoffs was not enough for the tea…
Pregnant Malaysian eyes shooting berth in Rio
(Reuters) – Malaysian pistol shooter Wahidah Ismail is taking inspiration from London Olympian Nur Suryani Mohd Taibi as she bids to qualify for the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Games despite being four months pregnant.
The surprising A-Rod, Yankees reach post-season
NEW YORK (Reuters) – The New York Yankees reaching another post-season may seem like one of the most monotonous of baseball storylines, but not in 2015 and not with 40-year-old Alex Rodriguez leading the way.
Furyk uncertain for Presidents Cup due to wrist issue
SEOUL (Reuters) – The U.S. team’s preparations for next week’s Presidents Cup have suffered a setback with the news that Jim Furyk’s wrist injury is still causing concern and captain Jay Haas has contacted an alternate in case he fails to make the trip…
Warriors coach Kerr on indefinite leave for surgery recovery
(Reuters) – The NBA champion Golden State Warriors could be without head coach Steve Kerr for the start of the 2015-16 season after he took a leave of absence on Thursday as he recovers from back surgery.
Asia set for massive Cup boost, predicts Lahiri
(Reuters) – India’s Anirban Lahiri has already enjoyed a career-best year at the highest level and is now itching to make his debut at the Presidents Cup next week when Asia will stage the biennial team competition for the first time.
Spieth expected to land PGA Tour Player of the Year honors
(Reuters) – World number one Jordan Spieth is set to cap a sensational season on Friday when he is widely expected to be named the PGA Tour’s Player of the Year after a 2014-15 campaign highlighted by two major victories among his five wins.
Rookie pair share Dunhill lead in maiden pro tournament
(Reuters) – Rookies Jimmy Mullen and Paul Dunne enjoyed a stunning start to their professional golf careers, taking a share of the lead on the first day of the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship on Thursday.
