Radwanska downs Pavlyuchenkova to reach last 16
NEW YORK (Reuters) – The ultra-consistent Agnieszka Radwanska wore down Russia’s Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova 6-4 7-6 (1) on Friday to reach the fourth round at the U.S. Open, continuing her impressive streak at this year’s grand slams.
Czech Stybar scrapes past Gilbert in close finish
MAIRENA DEL ALJARAFE, Spain (Reuters) – Czech Zdenek Stybar defeated world road race champion Philippe Gilbert by centimeters on stage seven of the Tour of Spain on Friday to seize his first victory in a Grand Tour.
Li through to last 16 after beating Robson
NEW YORK (Reuters) – China’s Li Na became the first player to reach the round of 16 at this year’s U.S. Open when she defeated Britain’s Laura Robson 6-2 7-5 on Friday.
NBA’s Lamar Odom arrested on suspicion of driving while intoxicated
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) – NBA basketball player Lamar Odom was arrested early on Friday on suspicion of driving while intoxicated after police noticed his Mercedes SUV steering erratically on a Los Angeles highway, authorities said.
Ex-Ryder Cup captain Gallacher suffers suspected heart attack
(Reuters) – Former European Ryder Cup captain Bernard Gallacher is in critical condition in hospital in his native Scotland after suffering a suspected heart attack.
Sponsors in branding battle for Sochi
LONDON (Reuters) – Official Olympic sponsors are being beaten by non-affiliated rivals in the race for brand awareness ahead of next year’s Sochi Winter Olympics and the 2016 Summer Games in Rio de Janeiro, according to a report due out on Sunday.
Mixed martial arts will be an Olympic sport, say UFC
SINGAPORE (Reuters) – As mixed martial arts grapples for recognition as a mainstream sport, the powerbrokers behind its surge in popularity are adamant inclusion in the Olympic Games is close to becoming a reality.
Mamma Mia! Errani admits to cracking under pressure
NEW YORK (Reuters) – From the outside, Italy’s Sara Errani appears to be living La Dolce Vita, looking as though she hardly has a care in the world. But behind the dazzling smile, she has a dark secret.
Top seeds survive on day of mixed fortunes
NEW YORK (Reuters) – The contrasting fortunes of grand slam tennis were on full display at the U.S. Open on Thursday. Some dreams were made while others were shattered.
Nadal fuelled by passion in comeback year
NEW YORK (Reuters) – Overcoming hardship makes you stronger, according to Rafa Nadal, who is proving his point with a sensational comeback year and a sparkling hardcourt run after a debilitating knee injury.
