High jumper Vlasic doubtful for Olympics
2012-05-23 16:56:38
Blanka Vlasic, one of the world's best high jumpers, may miss the London Olympics because of health problems, the Croatian said on Tuesday.
Ankle injury rules Chong Wei out of Thomas Cup
2012-05-23 13:40:59
World number one Lee Chong Wei limped off in tears after suffering a serious ankle injury during a Thomas Cup match on Tuesday.
Costa Rican Brenes out to prove a point
2012-05-23 10:11:24
Costa Rican Nery Brenes is burning up the track with a heavy training schedule as he seeks a third gold medal in 10 months when he competes at the London Olympic.
Ramadan poses extra test for Muslim athletes
2012-05-23 09:59:53
When Malaysian cyclist Azizulhasni Awang opted to postpone his Ramadan fast until after the London Games, the decision was all about going for Olympic gold.
Star born at Payton's place
2012-05-22 07:50:58
Don't be surprised if Jeremy Lin pays tribute to Gary Payton if the Harvard graduate wins some major NBA awards in the future.
Anelka threatens to leave Shenhua
2012-05-22 07:50:58
French striker Nicolas Anelka has threatened to leave Shanghai Shenhua, a state-backed newspaper said on Monday, in a sign relations with the Chinese club may have soured.
Fencers get aggressive
2012-05-22 07:50:58
Without the burden of set goals, China's fencers will aim to show off their new, aggressive style at the London Olympics.
Lippi off to winning start at Evergrande
2012-05-22 07:50:58
Marcello Lippi walked onto the field and waved to the Guangzhou Evergrande supporters after a typical Italian-style 1-0 win against Qingdao Jonoon Sunday.
Nadal beats Djokovic to regain Rome title
2012-05-22 10:58:32
Rafa Nadal enjoyed the perfect fillip ahead of his French Open defence by downing world number one Novak Djokovic 7-5 6-3 in the delayed Rome Masters final on Monday.
Worst moments of my career with Chelsea: Torres
2012-05-21 16:07:17
Chelsea's Spanish striker Fernando Torres has said he has had the worst moments of his career with the club this season and needs clarity about his future role.
Canadian Olympic shuttlers of Chinese descent
2012-05-21 14:12:47
Grace Gao started playing badminton at the age of 10 in Beijing. Twelve years later, she will be one of four badminton players to represent Canada at the Summer Olympics in London.