McIlroy mesmerized by Ferguson pep-talk
GLENEAGLES Scotland (Reuters) – Rory McIlroy is the world’s number one golfer, a four-times major winner, multi-millionaire and the focal point of Europe’s Ryder Cup team, but he was like a wide-eyed schoolboy in the presence of former Manchester Unite…
Debut has come at just the right time, says proud Gallacher
GLENEAGLES Scotland (Reuters) – Stephen Gallacher has had to wait 19 years to bring his Ryder Cup dreams to life but the seasoned European Tour campaigner believes the timing is just about perfect.
Bored Kiradech makes Asian Tour return despite knee problem
TOKYO (Reuters) – Reigning Asian Tour Order of Merit winner Kiradech Aphibarnrat will risk his injured knee at this week’s Asia-Pacific Open in Japan after getting bored of sitting on the sidelines for seven weeks.
‘Slim Kong’ Chapchai credits weight loss for win
BANGKOK (Reuters) – Thai golfer Chapchai “King Kong’ Nirat credited his fitness regime for getting him back into the Asian Tour winner’s circle after shedding almost 30 kilograms prior to his first success in five years.
Gold on the range for solid South Koreans
INCHEON South Korea (Reuters) – Na Yoon-kyung credited solid South Korean teamwork for their unexpected gold medal in the 50 meter rifle prone event on Wednesday and said favorites China had succumb to the pressure of the Asian Games final.
FIFA exco member wants ethics investigation made public
BERNE (Reuters) – The public has a “full right to know” the contents of the ethics investigation into the bidding process for the 2018 and 2022 World Cups, FIFA executive committee member Prince Ali bin Al Hussein of Jordan said on Tuesday.
Best and worst sporting goodbyes
(Reuters) – Athletes have built careers on dazzling fans with their talents, but despite their success, many are remembered for their last image before walking away from the game they loved.
McDowell hints at fourballs break-up with pal McIlroy
GLENEAGLES Scotland (Reuters) – Former U.S. Open champion Graeme McDowell has given a strong hint that his Ryder Cup fourballs partnership with world number one Rory McIlroy is a thing of the past.
Jeter, beloved as symbol of what is good in the game
NEW YORK (Reuters) – From an era of muscle-bound sluggers tarnished by doping scandals, Derek Jeter emerged as a symbol of what is good in baseball, the ultimate winner of his generation.
Maccabi faces old friend in game versus LeBron’s Cavaliers
TEL AVIV (Reuters) – When the National Basketball Association’s Cleveland Cavaliers take the court for their preseason opener next month it will be more than a ho-hum exhibition.
