IN BRIEF (Page 23)

The love match is over for 'Wozilroy'

McIlroy says he had second thoughts after wedding invites were sent out

Been there, seen it, done it, Garcia says

Sergio Garcia has been involved in two high-profile breakups during his career and is ready to provide a shoulder for Rory McIlroy to lean on following his split from fiancee Caroline Wozniacki.

CBL ready to swing away again

The China Baseball League is striking back - but this time, on a full count.

Downbeat van Persie seeks Cup lift

Dutch ace Robin van Persie is counting on the World Cup to act as a cure for a "complicated" season at Manchester United.

Don't mourn the death of tiki-taka just yet

Having won the past three major international tournaments, it is worth wondering if reigning champion Spain might finally fizzle out at this World Cup.

Germany's walking wounded a concern at Cup camp

Germany begins its pre-World Cup training camp on Wednesday amid injury concerns to several key players as it kicks off preparations for Brazil 2014.

Kiddie corps becoming a force

Lucy Li has become the youngest player to qualify for the US Women's Open by winning the sectional qualifier at Half Moon Bay in California.

Eto'o slams 'puppet' Mourinho

Chelsea striker Samuel Eto'o has had another dig at his manager, Jose Mourinho, calling him a "puppet" in an interview with the Confederation of African Football website on Tuesday.

Manny eyeing Macao for November bout

Manny Pacquiao will return to the ring in November, most likely in Macao, and has signed a new two-year contract with promoter Bob Arum that could take him to the end of his career.

Man U great Giggs calls it a day

After 13 league titles, two Champions Leagues, 963 appearances and many more amazing memories, Ryan Giggs brought an end to his incredible 23-year playing career at Manchester United on Monday to take over as the club's assistant manager.

Van Gaal vows to make United history

Louis van Gaal promised to "make history" and return Manchester United to its winning ways after being named on Monday as manager of "the biggest club in the world".