Astros go American, beat Rangers in season opener
(Reuters) – The Houston Astros made their leap to the American League in some style on Sunday, upstaging the Texas Rangers 8-2 to open their new era and the Major League season with the franchise’s 4,000th victory.
Louisville’s Ware breaks leg in gruesome scene
(Reuters) – Louisville guard Kevin Ware broke his leg in a horrific injury that left college basketball in a state of shock during the March Madness regional finals on Sunday.
Points holds nerve to win Houston Open and Masters invite
(Reuters) – American D.A. Points held his nerve through a late weather delay to claim a one shot victory at the Houston Open on Sunday and earn a ticket to the Masters.
Murray goes to number two with Miami tie-break win over Ferrer
MIAMI (Reuters) – Britain’s Andy Murray defeated Spain’s David Ferrer 2-6 6-4 7-6 in a grueling and enthralling Sony Open final on Sunday to move above Roger Federer to second in the world rankings.
Crosby out indefinitely with broken jaw
(Reuters) – Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby has undergone surgery to repair a broken jaw and will be out indefinitely, the National Hockey League (NHL) team said on Sunday.
Cancellara makes up for crash with Flanders win
OUDENAARDE, Belgium (Reuters) – Fabian Cancellara wiped out last year’s bad memories when he powered his way to his second victory in the Tour of Flanders cycle race on Sunday.
Hobbled Yankees draw inspiration from West Point visit
WEST POINT, New York (Reuters) – Sapped of firepower due to a spate of injuries, the New York Yankees found inspiration in a visit to the U.S. Military Academy on Saturday for their last practice game before Opening Day.
Cink and Haas top congested leaderboard at Houston Open
(Reuters) – Former FedEx Cup champion Bill Haas and 2009 British Open winner Stewart Cink moved into the joint lead at the Houston Open on Saturday but 18 others are within four shots of the Americans after three rounds.
Penguins win 15th in row after Crosby leaves with injury
(Reuters) – The Pittsburgh Penguins ran their winning streak to 15 games with a 2-0 shutout of the New York Islanders on Saturday but lost captain Sidney Crosby early in the first period when he was hit in the face by the puck.
Animal Kingdom triumphs in Dubai World Cup
DUBAI (Reuters) – Animal Kingdom, ridden by Joel Rosario, held off a late charge by Red Cadeaux to win the $10 million Dubai World Cup by a comfortable two lengths at odds of 11-2 at Meydan on Saturday.
