FIA confirms German GP dropped from 2015 F1 calendar
LONDON (Reuters) – The German Formula One Grand Prix has been dropped from this year’s calendar, the governing International Automobile Federation said on Friday.
Thunder’s Durant out indefinitely with foot problem
(Reuters) – Kevin Durant, the NBA’s most valuable player, has been shut down indefinitely by the Oklahoma City Thunder due to ongoing problems with his surgically repaired right foot.
Beach volleyball to have midnight ‘party’ matches in Rio
RIO DE JANEIRO (Reuters) – Beach volleyball will hold midnight matches on Copacabana beach during the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, creating a party atmosphere and allowing easy access to the neighborhood’s bars, the sport’s director told Reuters.
Bolt to run in Rio in April
RIO DE JANEIRO (Reuters) – Jamaican world record holder Usain Bolt will compete in a 100 meters race in Rio de Janeiro next month as he looks to acclimatize to the city where he will compete in the 2016 Olympics, local organizers said on Friday.
2026 World Cup hosts to be chosen in 2017: FIFA
ZURICH (Reuters) – The host nation for the 2026 World Cup will be chosen by the FIFA Congress in May 2017, FIFA secretary general Jerome Valcke said on Friday.
Majority of Boston-area residents now oppose 2024 Olympic bid: poll
BOSTON (Reuters) – A majority of Boston-area residents now oppose the U.S. bid to have the New England city host the 2024 Olympic Games, amid growing concern that taxpayers would be stuck with the bill, according to a poll released on Friday.
FIFA to pay clubs $209 million for World Cup ‘collaboration’
ZURICH (Reuters) – FIFA has announced a threefold increase in the amount of money it pays as part of a collaboration agreement with clubs who release players for the World Cup and the ruling body will hand out $209 million (141.75 million pounds) in bo…
Highlights of Thursday’s NHL games
(The Sports Xchange) – Highlights of Thursday’s National Hockey League games:
Lisicki edges Pennetta, faces Jankovic in semis
INDIAN WELLS, California (Reuters) – Sabine Lisicki staved off three match points before battling into the last four at the BNP Paribas Open on Thursday, the German edging out defending champion Flavia Pennetta 6-4 6-7(3) 7-6(4) in an enthralling conte…
Highlights of Thursday’s NBA games
(The Sports Xchange) – Highlights of Thursday’s National Basketball Association games:
