Falcons QB Ryan agrees to five-year contract extension
(Reuters) – Twice Pro Bowl quarterback Matt Ryan has agreed to a five-year contract extension with the Atlanta Falcons, the National Football League (NFL) team said on Thursday.
Murder victim had keys to car rented by NFL player
ATTLEBORO, Massachusetts (Reuters) – The body of a man that former New England Patriots player Aaron Hernandez is accused of murdering last month was found with the keys to a black Chevrolet Suburban that Hernandez had rented, according to court papers…
Serbia’s Troicki suspended for doping violation
LONDON (Reuters) – Serbia’s former world number 12 Viktor Troicki has been handed an 18-month suspension by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) after violating doping regulations.
Federer stunned by Brands in Swiss Open
(Reuters) – Top seed Roger Federer suffered a shock 6-3 6-4 defeat by Germany’s Daniel Brands in his opening match at his home Swiss Open on Thursday – the latest setback for the former world number one.
Formula One mulls minimum pitstop times
BUDAPEST (Reuters) – Formula One team managers discussed introducing a minimum pitstop time, without reaching any agreement, as pitlane safety remained a hot topic at the Hungarian Grand Prix on Thursday .
Nicklaus expects more major wins for Tiger, lauds Mickelson
(Reuters) – Jack Nicklaus remains convinced that Tiger Woods will end his five-year title drought at the majors but says that not enough credit has been given to the players who have triumphed in golf’s big four events during that time.
American Steele grabs early lead at Canadian Open
OAKVILLE, Ontario (Reuters) – American Brendan Steele took full advantage of ideal scoring conditions and fired a seven-under-par 65 to grab the early first round lead at the Canadian Open on Thursday.
Raikkonen’s salary not a factor for Red Bull
BUDAPEST (Reuters) – Kimi Raikkonen’s considerable wages will not be a factor in Red Bull’s decision on who partners Formula One champion Sebastian Vettel next season, team principal Christian Horner said on Thursday.
Governing body FINA agrees to introduce mixed relays
BARCELONA (Reuters) – Swimming fans will be able to watch the top male and female athletes competing on the same relay team at major championships after world governing body FINA agreed to introduce a mixed version of the event on Thursday.
Bolt wants to inspire fans weary of doping
LONDON (Reuters) – Usain Bolt rocked his huge frame back into his too-small chair, wrapped his arms behind his head and prepared to deliver his well-worn defense after another bombardment of doping-related questions at his news conference on Thursday.
