Alpine skiing-Top official sees Schumacher recovery chance
PARIS (Reuters) – Michael Schumacher’s helmet almost certainly saved his life and leisure skiers should always wear head protection, said the man behind the main safety measures in Alpine skiing.
Officials’ mistake may have cost Steelers a playoff berth
(Reuters) – The National Football League said on Monday that officials made a mistake late in Sunday’s regular season finale between the San Diego Chargers and Kansas City Chiefs that could have altered the playoff field.
F1 racers never lose the need for speed
LONDON (Reuters) – Formula One drivers are a special breed, intensely competitive thrill seekers driven by a need for speed and thirst for adrenalin.
Serena rivalry making me a better player, says Azarenka
(Reuters) – Victoria Azarenka thinks her rivalry with Serena Williams is making her a better player and is looking forward to renewing it over the next four weeks at the Brisbane International and the Australian Open.
Coaching greats good for the game, says Federer
(Reuters) – Roger Federer, who has taken on childhood hero Stefan Edberg as part of his team, thinks the recruitment of former great players as coaches will be good for tennis in the long term.
Eagles pip Cowboys to claim NFC East division title
(Reuters) – The Philadelphia Eagles intercepted a pass from Kyle Orton in the final minutes to claim the NFC East division title with a nail-biting 24-22 victory over the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday.
Packers, Chargers join playoff party in thrillers
(Reuters) – The Denver Broncos and Seattle Seahawks wrapped up top seedings while Green Bay and San Diego won thrilling nail-bitters to join the playoffs party in a mad scramble on the hectic final day of the NFL regular season.
‘Wild natured’ Suarez accused of diving by Mourinho
(Reuters) – Luis Suarez’s “wild nature” was on display as he tried to win a penalty with an “acrobatic swimming pool jump” that deserved a yellow card for simulation, according to Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho.
Manning’s Broncos continue to rewrite record books
(Reuters) – Quarterback Peyton Manning and his Denver Broncos ended the regular season by posting more entries in the NFL record books during a 34-14 road win over the Oakland Raiders on Sunday.
Chargers claim postseason spot with overtime win
(Reuters) – The San Diego Chargers are in the NFL playoffs after a clutch home victory over the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday.
