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Rafael Nadal (ESP) competes against Tomas Berdych (CZE) during the Sony Ericsson Open at Crandon Park Tennis Center Key Biscayne, Florida March 31, 2011

France Photos Sport Tennis Wikipedia: Rafael Nadal

The Daily Telegraph Australia
Rafael Nadal not motivated by breaking Bjorn Borg's six French Open titles
HE may virtually own the place, but Rafael Nadal is treating Roland Garros with the same respect that he always does. Gunning for an unprecedented seventh French Open title, the Spanish favourite said... (photo: WN / Aaron Gilbert)

Samantha Stosur (AUS) competes against Lucie Safarova (CZE) during the Sony Ericsson Open at Crandon Park Tennis Center Key Biscayne, Florida March 26, 2011

Photos Sports Star Tennis Wikipedia: Samantha Stosur

Canberra Times
Slick Stosur cruises into second round in Paris
Samantha Stosur thanks the crowd after her round one win. Photo: Reuters Samantha Stosur lived up to her star billing to cruise into the second round of the French Open last night with a straight-sets... (photo: WN / Aaron Gilbert)

Andy Murray (GBR) competes against Novak Djokovic (SRB) during the Men's Final on Day 14 of the Sony Ericsson Open at Crandon Park Tennis Center on April 1, 2012 in Key Biscayne, Florida - USA.

The Daily Mail
Murray hails Djokovic as world No 1 aims for fourth consecutive grand slam
Andy Murray believes it would rank as one of the greatest achievements in tennis history if Novak Djokovic were to win a fourth successive grand slam. The world No 1 already holds the Wimbledon, US... (photo: WN / Aaron Gilbert)
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Gareth Barry

The Daily Mail
Barry scan delayed as Hodgson sweats over England midfielder
England midfielder Gareth Barry will not have a scan on the groin injury he suffered in the win over Norway until Monday. Barry lasted less than half an hour following his introduction as a half-time... (photo: Creative Commons / mollyig)
England Photos Soccer Sport Wikipedia: Gareth Barry

Britain's Laura Robson

Sky Sports
Robson makes main draw
Laura Robson's French Open heartbreak turned to joy today as she earned a place in the main draw as a lucky loser courtesy of Silvia Soler-Espinosa's ankle injury. The... (photo: AP / Dita Alangkara)
France Photos Sport Tennis Wikipedia: Laura Robson

Melanie Oudin in action on Day 3 of the 2010 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center Queens, New York September 1, 2010

The Miami Herald
Oudin ends Grand Slam losing streak at French Open
PARIS -- Surprise 2009 U.S. Open quarterfinalist Melanie Oudin ended a five-match Grand Slam losing streak by beating Johanna... (photo: WN / Aruna Gilbert)
France Photos Sport Tennis Wikipedia: Melanie Oudin

Elena Baltacha of Great Britain competes against Shaui Zhang of China during the Day 2 of qualifying rounds of the Sony Ericsson Open at Crandon Park Tennis Center on March 20, 2012 in Key Biscayne, Florida - USA.

Sky Sports
Baltacha blown away
Elena Baltacha bowed out of the French Open as the British number one lost in straight sets to US Open champion Samantha Stosur. For a while in the opening set, Baltacha... (photo: WN / Aaron Gilbert)
Britain Photos Sport Tennis Wikipedia: Elena Baltacha

The Boston Globe
Novak Djokovic gunning for fourth straight Grand Slam title
PARIS - As daylight disappeared and wind whipped loose dirt around the court, Novak Djokovic watched one last ace fly off Roger Federer's racket and end their... (photo: WN / Aaron Gilbert)
Paris Photos Star Tennis Wikipedia: Novak Djokovic

Indian Express
Djokovic bids for 4th consecutive Grand Slam title
As daylight disappeared and wind whipped loose dirt around the court, Novak Djokovic watched one last ace fly off Roger Federer's racket and end their thrill-a-minute... (photo: WN / Aaron Gilbert)
Photos Soccer Sport Star Wikipedia: Novak Djokovic

Sports

	IMF chief comes under fire in Greece Al Jazeera
	It's meant to be a friendly game! Gordon Ramsay is stretchered off after blistering tackle ... The Daily Mail
	Japan minister says he didn't deliberately mislead Austin American Statesman
	Hooded, then interrogated for 81 days Canberra Times

Martial Arts

	Million Youths Gathering should add international youths: tourists New Straits/Business Times
	Jenna Jameson arrested for suspected DUI in Calif. The News & Observer
	‘Fuel price hike a savage attack’ Deccan Chronicle

Boxing

	'Black box' found of Russia jet in Indonesia crash Dayton Daily News
	Climbers try to reach jet's black box in Indonesia Denver Post
	Indonesia teams scour ravine for plane's black box Atlanta Journal

Water Sports

	Els apologizes for expletive-laced outburst The News & Observer
	Farmers 'pumping cows' udders full of gas and gluing them up' to win prizes The Daily Telegraph
	Iran's Ahmadinejad urges unity against 'evil' Austin American Statesman

Red Sox again can’t get over hump

Sydney Roosters centre BJ Leilua charged with assaulting ex-

ASHTON AGREES TO DITCH 'ASH SPLASH'

Wrestler Sushil Kumar Inaugurated 55th National Wrestling Ch

Environment Commissioner Welcomes WWF Report

Chad Billingsley

Astros lose to Dodgers on A.J. Ellis' HR in 9th

New York Mets manager Bobby Valentine leans on the dugout rail before their start against the San Diego Padres, Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2002 at Shea Stadium in New York.

Bobby Valentine fires back at Rays

Bleachers Section 39 at the old Yankee Stadium.The Bleacher Creatures are a group of fans of the New York Yankees who are known for their strict allegiance to the team and their merciless attitude to opposing fans.

MLB revolution: Changing of the guard isnât an early-season fluke

White Sox half-game behind Indians after sweep Chicago Sun-Times
Gonzalez dominant as Nationals sweep Braves, 7-2 The Boston Globe
Memorial Day hits close for Washington MLB
Keys' homer tops Salem The Roanoke Times
High School playoffs in baseball, softball and soccer; state Richmond Times Dispatch
Sports briefs: Georgia Tech wins ACC baseball title Richmond Times Dispatch
Red Sox have changed for better Boston Herald
Sunday in the majors Kansas City Star
Sunday's baseball games Kansas City Star
Timely hits elude St. Mary's baseball in 4-1 loss my SA
Texas A&M, Baylor will host NCAA baseball regionals my SA
Phils fall to Cards, lose ace Halladay my SA
MLB notebook: Orioles lock up Jones my SA
Reds and Rockies go homer crazy at GABP Springfield News-Sun
Ginobili, Spurs take Game 1 Newsday
Gonzalez outduels Beachy, Harper hits another homer as Natio Star Tribune
Spurs strike first in West finals, win 19th in row Newsday
Braves losing streak at seven games Atlanta Journal
Baseball roundup - May 17 Ohio
NCAA baseball tournament: Texas A&M, Missouri will leave Big Austin American Statesman

Charles Barkley tees off on the eighth hole during the 20th annual Lake Tahoe Celebrity Golf Championship at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Club in Stateline, Nev., Thursday, July 16, 2009. The celebrity golf championship is celebrating its 20th anniversary.

Time for NBA analyst Charles Barkley to see Oklahoma City

A Sailor assigned to aircraft carrier USS John F. Kennedy (CV 67) watches a basketball game between the Boston Celtics and the Minnesota Wolverines.

Like it or not, Rondo needs to be the man

Doc Rivers Boston Celtics v/s Washington Wizards April 11, 2011 =cropped

Sixers, Celtics ready for Game 7

Reeling in Celtics Rajon Rondo will be key to Miami He The Miami Herald
Boston Celtics Rajon Rondo, Paul Pierce confident abou The Miami Herald
Pitt basketball and football coaches highest paid Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Series isn’t over yet Boston Herald
Heat’s not on Celtics Boston Herald
Celtics-Heat playoff matchups Boston Herald
Five keys to Celtics-Heat matchup Boston Herald
Celtics gear once more for grind Boston Herald
Spurs Finish Strong for 19th Straight Win The New York Times
>San Antonio Spurs take Game 1 against Oklahoma City Thunder Penn Live
Ginobili scores 26, Spurs extend win streak to 19 with 101-9 Star Tribune
NBA East finals capsule: Miami Heat vs. Boston Celtics The Charlotte Observer
Spurs take Game 1 of West finals, win 19th straight CBC
Thanks for coming, Boston Toronto Sun
>Kasey Kahne earns third Coca-Cola 600 title Penn Live
>Alex Morgan leads U.S. women to victory in Olympic tune-up Penn Live
After a Return to Winning, the 76ers May Be in Need of an Ov The New York Times
Kasey Kahne cruises to Coca-Cola 600 victory Sporting News
Celtics unfazed by quick turnaround ESPN
Boston Celtics’ Rajon Rondo, Paul Pierce confident ab The Miami Herald

Kobe Bryant

Kobe Bryant on All-NBA first team for 10th time

Rory McIlroy golf game

McIlroy says when he's on, he's the best

Alex Rodriguez

A-Rod homers twice in Yankees' win

Police: 5-time champ Johnny Tapia found dead in NM Fresno Bee
Palmer taking advantage of teaching opportunities The Leaf Chronicle
Danica Patrick struggles with long, green-flag runs at Charl Sporting News
Fowler: This 600 was fast and efficient The News & Observer
In Spurs-Thunder series, keep your eyes on the other guys Austin American Statesman
OKC Thunder Bandwagon: Sights and sounds from Game 1 of Thun The Oklahoman
Kasey Kahne wins Coca-Cola 600 for first victory with Hendri The Los Angeles Times
Tennis | Other Sports Seattle Times
Spurs survive stretch run to win Game 1 over Thunder The Los Angeles Times
Kasey Kahne keeps Hendrick success rolling at Charlotte Austin American Statesman
Jets’ Scott: My son won’t play football Toronto Sun
Sports Briefs: Hesjedal becomes first Canadian to win Giro Austin American Statesman
Orioles outfielder Jones inks six-year contract Austin American Statesman
Jerry Hairston leads Dodgers' 5-1 win the old-fashioned way The Los Angeles Times
Angels might have a true committee of closers The Los Angeles Times
San Antonio Spurs handle Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 1 of Sporting News
Winners & Losers: Stars shine at Charlotte while Danica Patr Sporting News
Patrick says she's learning, but it will take time Fresno Bee
Bryce Harper repays Livan Hernandez for K with long home run Sporting News
Footy First: Adelaide star Patrick Dangerfield signs a new t The Daily Telegraph Australia

The Crestones are a group of four 14,000 foot (4,268 m) peaks (fourteeners) in the Sangre de Cristo Range above Crestone, Colorado.

Colorado Adventure Center a model for all-in-one outdoor attraction

New York Rangers vs. Detroit Red Wings, Madison Square Garden

Torts expects best from Rangers in must-win game

New York Rangers goalie Henrik Lundqvist of Sweden makes a save against the Pittsburgh Penguins in the third period of NHL hockey action at Pittsburgh, Monday, Jan. 14, 2008. The Penguins won 4-1. (jsen2)

Rowe: Memories are all these Rangers have from '94

Cataractes win Memorial Cup Toronto Sun
Sticking Around, Showing the Way The New York Times
Devils’ Lamoriello Never Tires of Beating the Rangers The New York Times
My NHL and NBA picks Star Tribune
DeBoer brings Devils back into NHL's elite my SA
Q&A: Longtime Kings broadcaster Bob Miller looks forward by The Los Angeles Times
Kings' Anze Kopitar makes the NHL more popular in Slovenia The Los Angeles Times
OKC Barons: Summer begins as players say their goodbyes Sund The Oklahoman
Stanley Cup pick: Will Kings or Devils win NHL championship? Sporting News
McSorley hopes Kings reverse his curse CNN
Dustin Penner and Kings thinking four more Boston Herald
Marty McSorley hopes LA Kings reverse his curse Buffalo News
What's Next? Nash, Parise, Suter, Schultz? RFAs, the draft.. Newsday
Rockies’ five solo blasts not enough in Cincy Fox31 Denver
Simmons: Leafs take an interest in Vokoun Toronto Sun
Driven Peter DeBoer brings Devils back to NHL's elite Sporting News
CATLIN NICKS IT FOR GB Sporting Life
Richards and Carter in finals, but Flyers still better off Boston Herald
Words mean nothing for Memorial Cup finalists Toronto Sun
Driven DeBoer delivers Devils back to NHL's elite The Tribune San Luis Obispo

Chelsea's Branislav Ivanovic from Serbia, left, vies for the ball with Barcelona's Xavi Hernandez during a Champions League second leg semifinal soccer match at Camp Nou stadium, in Barcelona, Spain, Tuesday, April 24, 2012.

Ivanovic claims Real interest

Craig Levein

LEVEIN LAMENTS LACK OF FOCUS

Barcelona's Andres Iniesta (8), partly seen, celebrates his goal with Lionel Messi from Argentina, left, Xavi Hernandez and Cesc Fabregas, fourth left, during a Champions League second leg semifinal soccer match against Chelsea at Camp Nou stadium, in Barcelona, Spain, Tuesday, April 24, 2012.

Fabregas out for up to 10 days with muscular injury

De Nigris scores two, Mexico beats Wales CNN
Cote D’Ivoire 2-1 Mali: No revenge for the Eagles Goal
Brewers drop fourth straight series Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
U.S. Women’s Team Nearing Olympics on Strong Note The New York Times
Soccer: Mugabe admits he's a Chelsea fan NZ Herald
British hotels shake off their Fawlty Towers reputation Canberra Times
Chelsea's Branislav Ivanovic admits to Real Madrid 'interest The Guardian
Trapattoni wants Republic to show they know the score The Independent
Smuda backs Poland to progress The Independent
Levein laments lack of 'focus' after Scots' Florida drubbing The Independent
Football in Brief: Baggies close in on Hughton; Cup win seal The Independent
Powell's parting gift takes Crewe to promotion The Independent
Huddersfield win 'written in the stars' The Independent
Robin Scott-Elliot: So far outside the box that it moves the The Independent
Torres makes the cut with Spain as Germans slip up The Independent
Hodgson refuses to gamble on Barry's fitness for Euros The Independent
Coach wants duo to prove fitness New Straits/Business Times
Klinsmann launches campaign with 5-1 rout of Scotland The Examiner
Long ensures happy send-off Irish Times
Assured display provides reason for optimism Irish Times

Ernie Els of South Africa watches after teeing off on the 3rd hole during the first round of the Barclays Singapore Open golf tournament held on Thursday Nov. 13, 2008 in Singapore.

Ernie Els apologizes for outburst

Colin Montgomerie

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Rory McIlroy, from Northern Ireland

McIlroy falls apart at Wentworth

In the region: Cavaliers crew wins national championship The Roanoke Times
Townsend: SMU grad Kelly Kraft will learn from meltdown The Dallas Morning News
Colonial notebook: Mental lapse costs Zach Johnson two stro The Dallas Morning News
Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial scores and comments The Dallas Morning News
Nichols: Zach Johnson survives tense match, 18th-hole gaffe The Dallas Morning News
Golf club members go from saving pars to saving a course Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Upstart Hokies' golf team goes the distance The Roanoke Times
Savvy Watts wins Hall of Fame Junior trophy again The Roanoke Times
Donald wins at Wentworth to regain No. 1 ranking Zeenews
England`s Chapman wins Senior PGA by 2 strokes Zeenews
DONALD: MAJOR WIN WOULD SILENCE CRITICS Sporting Life
England's Chapman wins Senior PGA by 2 strokes CBS News
Kahne wins Coca-Cola 600 The Roanoke Times
Mistake doesn't cost Johnson at Colonial my SA
Chapman coasts at Senior PGA; Donald No. 1 my SA
Astros lose to Dodgers, ending 51-year NL rivalry Austin American Statesman
Golf getaways in Steamboat, Telluride, and Keystone The Examiner
Johnson edges Dufner to win in Texas Sydney Morning Herald
Mariners lose fourth straight to Angels Austin American Statesman
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