Opposition campaigner attacks Putin over Sochi costs
MOSCOW (Reuters) – An anti-corruption campaigner said on that Monday Russia was spending far more on the Winter Olympics than President Vladimir Putin has estimated and accused politicians and businessmen of profiteering.
Broncos’ Manning unfazed by Super Bowl hype
NEW YORK (Reuters) – With his southern drawl and self-deprecating humor, Peyton Manning looks and sounds like a man at ease in his role as the poster-boy for Sunday’s Super Bowl between his Denver Broncos and the Seattle Seahawks.
Germany’s Puma ousts Nike as Arsenal kit supplier
(Reuters) – German sportswear company Puma will become the kit supplier to English soccer club Arsenal from next season in a deal worth more than 30 million pounds ($50 million) a year to the Premier League leaders.
Mata hopes United move will secure Spain World Cup spot
MANCHESTER, England (Reuters) – Juan Mata hopes his move from Chelsea to Premier League rivals Manchester United will help secure his place in champions Spain’s squad for the World Cup in Brazil in June.
Protest in press room not podium, says IOC
(Reuters) – Athletes at next month’s Sochi Winter Olympics may be punished for making statements on the podium against Russia’s anti-gay law or human rights record but can do so at news conferences without fear of sanction, the IOC said.
Arsenal say manager Wenger to stay at club
LONDON (Reuters) – Manager Arsene Wenger is set to sign a new contract to extend his 18-year stay with the English Premier League leaders, the club’s chief executive said on Monday.
New goals needed for Bouchard after Australian efforts
SINGAPORE (Reuters) – The first month of the year is not yet over but Canadian teenager Eugenie Bouchard is already looking for new goals for 2014 after breaking a ranking milestone on Monday.
More slams and Hall of Fame await Li Na, says Evert
SINGAPORE (Reuters) – Li Na is destined for more grand slams and a place in the Hall of Fame after the Australian Open win cemented her position as the most influential female player of the last decade, said former great Chris Evert.
Nadal should recover quickly, says coach
MADRID (Reuters) – Rafa Nadal should recover from the back problem that wrecked his Australian Open final after a few days rest, his uncle and coach Toni told Spanish radio on Monday.
New look Formula One hears a different tune
JEREZ, Spain (Reuters) – If Formula One stands on the edge of the unknown, with new technologies and a very different engine to last year, then the start of pre-season testing on Tuesday should at least show what the future sounds like.
