Germany’s Audi rules out entry into Formula One racing
FRANKFURT (Reuters) – Germany’s Audi has no plans to enter Formula One, the company said on Monday, seeking to end speculation that the sportscar maker was tempted to broaden its commitment to motor racing.
Minister wants no roof for Tokyo 2020 stadium to cut cost
TOKYO (Reuters) – Tokyo’s sparkling new National Stadium, the center piece for the 2020 Olympic Games and 2019 rugby World Cup, should ditch its plan for a retractable roof to save money, Japan’s sports minister proposed on Monday.
New Ethiopian star Ayana targets world record in Beijing
(Reuters) – Almaz Ayana has been left astonished by her own success as she looks poised to become the latest Ethiopian distance runner to challenge the record books.
Japan’s Asada resumes training after year off
TOKYO (Reuters) – Japanese figure skater Mao Asada says she cannot live without skating and has resumed training after a one-year break with the aim of returning to competition.
South Korea grouped with Canada in men’s ice hockey
SEOUL (Reuters) – South Korea will have a baptism of fire when they debut in the men’s ice hockey competition at the 2018 Winter Games in Pyeongchang after being drawn with two-time defending champions Canada in the pool phase.
McIlroy allays burnout fears over heavy playing schedule
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina (Reuters) – Rory McIlroy may be battling fatigue when he continues his five-week trans-Atlantic playing schedule in Europe over the next fortnight but the world number one has shrugged off any talk of burnout ahead of next mon…
More frustration for Phelps in Charlotte
(Reuters) – Michael Phelps had set his sights on testing himself against Ryan Lochte on the final day of competition at the Arena Pro Swim Series in Charlotte, North Carolina on Sunday.
Kaka inspires Orlando to 4-0 thrashing of Galaxy
(Reuters) – Defending champions LA Galaxy suffered a humiliating 4-0 defeat to Major League Soccer newcomers Orlando City on Sunday, with an inspired Kaka creating a goal and scoring a penalty.
Australia’s Lee leads with Kingsmill set for Monday finish
(Reuters) – Australia’s Minjee Lee will have to wait until Monday for the chance to close out her first LPGA tournament win after the final round of the Kingsmill Championship in Williamsburg, Virginia was hit by a lengthy rain delay.
Ducks top Blackhawks in Western opener with 4-1 win
(Reuters) – The Anaheim Ducks won the opening game of the Western Conference final with a 4-1 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks in California on Sunday thanks to outstanding play by Danish goaltender Frederik Andersen.
