Budding talent Vekic primed for Wimbledon at 16
LONDON (Reuters) – When a 16-year-old like Croatia’s Donna Vekic bursts on to the big stage by reaching tournament finals the words “next big thing” are never far behind.
Sorenstam knows the pressure ahead for Park at Women’s Open
(Reuters) – World number one Park Inbee will face a new level of pressure at next week’s U.S. Women’s Open championship as she goes for her third major crown of the year, according to 10-time major winner Annika Sorenstam.
Ferrari mock Mercedes punishment
(Reuters) – Ferrari mocked the outcome of Formula One’s international tribunal on Friday with a website column suggesting Mercedes had got away with no more than a gentle rap on the knuckles for breaking the rules.
Chicago goalie learns praise can be fleeting in playoffs
CHICAGO (Reuters) – It has been a whirlwind few days for Chicago Blackhawks goalie Corey Crawford, drawing praise for his play in the Stanley Cup Final one day and the subject of criticism the next.
Test storm made Mercedes stronger, says Brawn
LONDON (Reuters) – Mercedes put a ‘secret test’ storm behind them on Friday with principal Ross Brawn saying it had made them stronger as a Formula One team and left his own enthusiasm for the sport undimmed.
Test storm made Mercedes stronger, says Brawn
LONDON (Reuters) – Mercedes put a ‘secret test’ storm behind them on Friday with principal Ross Brawn saying it had made them stronger as a Formula One team and left his own enthusiasm for the sport undimmed.
Sky Lantern blitzes to Coronation Stakes glory at Ascot
LONDON (Reuters) – Classic winner Sky Lantern produced an electric burst of pace to come from last to first to land the Coronation Stakes for jockey Richard Hughes and trainer Richard Hannon at Royal Ascot on Friday.
Rangers hire ‘perfect fit’ Vigneault as head coach
NEW YORK (Reuters) – The New York Rangers appointed Alain Vigneault as head coach on Friday, calling him the “perfect fit” for the National Hockey League team.
FIFA has not discussed cancelling Confederations Cup
(Reuters) – FIFA has not discussed the possibility of cancelling the Confederations Cup, which has been overshadowed by protests sweeping Brazil, soccer’s governing body said on Friday.
Wimbledon to showcase top tennis – and the art of waiting
LONDON (Reuters) – Tennis fans will descend on Wimbledon from Sunday to join Britain’s line of the year in which thousands wait patiently to see their sporting idols during the two week championship.
