McDowell says fearless rookies will be a Masters threat
(Reuters) – Former U.S. Open champion Graeme McDowell believes a rookie could burst from the pack and win this week’s Masters for the first time since Fuzzy Zoeller’s shock victory on his Augusta debut in 1979.
Retired Lee admits Olympic failures inspired him
(Reuters) – Four-time world champion speed skater Lee Kyou-hyuk’s pursuit of an elusive Olympic medal was the motivation that kept him in the sport for so long, the Korean said as he bid a formal and emotional farewell on Monday.
Teen Thompson wins maiden LPGA major at Kraft Nabisco
(Reuters) – Teenager Lexi Thompson became the second youngest winner of an LPGA major when she emphatically outplayed Michelle Wie at the $2 million Kraft Nabisco Championship to triumph by three strokes on Sunday.
Nissan to replace Ford as Champions League soccer sponsor
LONDON (Reuters) – Nissan will replace Ford as a sponsor of Champions League soccer from next season to support its efforts to become the leading Asian carmaker in Europe, the Japanese company said on Monday.
Bahrain sees bright future for night race
MANAMA (Reuters) – Bahrain believes its Formula One circuit has a bright future after the country’s first floodlit grand prix turned out a thriller on Sunday.
Blazers down Pelicans to book playoff spot
(Reuters) – The Portland Trail Blazers clinched a berth in the NBA playoffs for the first time in three years on Sunday with a 100-94 home court win over the New Orleans Pelicans.
U.S. sack women’s coach Sermanni after victory
(Reuters) – The coach of the United States women’s soccer team, Scot Tom Sermanni, was relieved of his duties after a 2-0 victory over China on Sunday, US Soccer has announced.
Ronaldo magic to send Real past Dortmund into last four
BERLIN (Reuters) – Cristiano Ronaldo will be fit to terrorize Borussia Dortmund’s defense on Tuesday despite a niggle in his knee, and build on Real Madrid’s 3-0 first leg advantage to book a spot in the Champions League last four.
McLaren’s Dennis rebukes Vettel for swearing
MANAMA (Reuters) – McLaren head Ron Dennis criticized quadruple Formula One world champion Sebastian Vettel on Sunday after the Red Bull driver described the sound of the sport’s new V6 turbo engines as ‘shit’.
Masters-bound Jones beats Kuchar in playoff
(Reuters) – Australian Matt Jones executed two near-miracles in quick succession to win the $6.4 million Houston Open in a playoff on Sunday.
