Schumacher’s condition critical but stable: agent
PARIS (Reuters) – Michael Schumacher’s condition remains critical but stable on Saturday, the German’s agent said nearly a week after the seven-times Formula One champion suffered brain injuries in a skiing accident in the French Alps resort of Meribel…
Putin eases curbs on protests in Sochi for Olympics
MOSCOW (Reuters) – President Vladimir Putin has eased curbs on demonstrations in the Winter Olympics venue of Sochi in a gesture likely to burnish Russia’s image ahead of an event dogged by security and human rights worries.
Serena fires her way to victory, Federer sets up Hewitt showdown
BRISBANE (Reuters) – Serena Williams laid down an imposing marker ahead of the first grand slam of the year by powering to a 6-4 7-5 victory over Australian Open champion Victoria Azarenka at the Brisbane International.
Federer, Hewitt turn back clock to set up final showdown
BRISBANE (Reuters) – Roger Federer and Lleyton Hewitt will resume one of the oldest rivalries in tennis when they contest the Brisbane International final on Sunday.
Li overcomes Peng to defend Shenzhen Open title
(Reuters) – Li Na edged out compatriot Peng Shuai 6-4 7-5 to defend her Shenzhen Open title on Saturday as the top seed emerged victorious in the second all-Chinese final on the WTA tour.
Paul sidelined with separated shoulder
Jan 3 (Reuters – Los Angeles Clippers point guard Chris Paul could be sidelined for up to five weeks after suffering a separated right shoulder in Friday’s 119-112 win over the Dallas Mavericks.
Ivanovic beats Venus to claim Auckland title
WELLINGTON (Reuters) – Ana Ivanovic claimed her first WTA Tour title in more than two years with a 6-2 5-7 6-4 victory over fellow former world number one Venus Williams to clinch the Auckland Classic on Saturday and boost her confidence ahead of the A…
Thompson, Kirk, Simpson and Spieth take control in Hawaii
(Reuters) – Americans Michael Thompson, Chris Kirk, Webb Simpson and Jordan Spieth reveled in a birdie fest as they charged into a tie for the lead in Friday’s opening round of the Hyundai Tournament of Champions.
Revolving point guard door again turns for injury-hit Lakers
(Reuters) – Just when the Los Angeles Lakers thought their injury problems could not worsen, they were preparing to face the Utah Jazz with a player who was competing in the NBA Development League only two weeks ago.
Packers hope the icy cold cools off hot 49ers
(Reuters) – The Green Bay Packers may benefit from brutally cold weather in Sunday’s playoff game against San Francisco, but the 49ers are the NFL’s hottest team and have warm memories of their recent clashes with the Packers.
