U.S. game struggles to attract new players
RANCHO MIRAGE, California (Reuters) – An ageing core of recreational players and plunging sales of entry-level rackets are the biggest concerns facing tennis in the United States, according to experts.
Syracuse says basketball coach Boeheim to retire in three years
(Reuters) – Syracuse University head basketball coach Jim Boeheim will retire in three years, the school said Wednesday, less than two weeks after the NCAA slapped the school with severe sanctions amid a lengthy investigation of its athletic programs.
Veteran musher claims second straight Iditarod win
JUNEAU, Alaska (Reuters) – Veteran Alaska musher Dallas Seavey claimed his second straight Iditarod Sled Dog Race title early Wednesday morning, crossing the finish line in Nome about 30 miles (48 kilometers) ahead of his father Mitch Seavey.
Another globe for Vonn on return season
MERIBEL, France (Reuters) – Lindsey Vonn crowned her return season in style by adding a 66th World Cup victory and an 18th crystal globe to her peerless collection in the downhill on Wednesday.
Van der Garde settles dispute with Sauber
LONDON (Reuters) – Dutch driver Giedo Van der Garde recognized his hopes of racing in Formula One were over on Wednesday after Sauber paid “significant compensation” to end a contract dispute.
Defending Iditarod champion fending off familiar foes
JUNEAU, Alaska (Reuters) – The one person threatening to keep Dallas Seavey from winning his third Iditarod Sled Dog Race might be another former champion: his father.
Tearful Pennetta stuns Sharapova, Serena wins
INDIAN WELLS, California (Reuters) – Maria Sharapova fell victim to an emotional Flavia Pennetta, who burst into tears before regaining her composure to stun the second seed 3-6 6-3 6-2 at the BNP Paribas Open on Tuesday.
Federer, Nadal advance at Indian Wells
INDIAN WELLS, California (Reuters) – Roger Federer earned a modicum of revenge against Andreas Seppi in a 6-3 6-4 triumph that advanced the four-time champion to the fourth round of the BNP Paribas Open on Tuesday.
NFL: Early retirements over health fears may have ripple effect
(Reuters) – The NFL has endured a tumultuous season dealing with domestic abuse cases, a murder trial and a probe into possible cheating, but it is a spate of early retirements that may have the longest lasting impact.
NFL: Early retirements over health fears may have ripple effect
(Reuters) – The NFL has endured a tumultuous season dealing with domestic abuse cases, a murder trial and a probe into possible cheating, but it is a spate of early retirements that may have the longest lasting impact.
