Jimenez as consistent as one of his fine cigars

Just six days from making his debut on the Champions Tour for players over 50, charismatic Spaniard Miguel Angel Jimenez is best known for his love of fine cigars and Rioja wine ... and his quirky warm-up routine.

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FROM THE MASTERS AT AUGUSTS NATIONAL GOLF CLUB

Powell blasts 'unfair' and 'unjust' ban

Jamaican sprinter Asafa Powell, the former 100m world record holder, slammed the 18-month doping ban meted out to him on Thursday calling it "unfair" and "unjust".

Pacquiao has lost his fire, says Bradley before rematch

Timothy Bradley Jr. believes a lengthy and successful career has sapped Manny Pacquiao of his motivation and that their WBO welterweight title bout on Saturday may be one fight too many for the Filipino legend.

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Super sub achieving new goals

On July 28, 1996, China trailed Brazil by a goal late in the semifinal of the women's soccer tournament at the Atlanta Olympics.

Messi goes missing as Barca crashes out

When the dust settles on Wednesday's shock Champions League exit at the hands of Atletico Madrid, one question on the lips of many Barcelona fans will be: where was Lionel Messi?

Simeone wins tactical battle with Martino

Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone got his tactics spot on in the battle with Barcelona counterpart and Argentine compatriot Gerardo Martino as his unfancied side dumped its wealthier rival out of Europe on Wednesday.

Moyes to focus on rebuilding

David Moyes said his focus was on building a team to get Manchester United back in the Champions League after it lost to Bayern Munich in the quarterfinals on Wednesday, all but ending its hopes of playing in next season's competition.

Newcastle drawn with Evergrande

Newcastle United, the 2012 winner, will face Asian champion Guangzhou Evergrande, HKFA Under-23 and host Hong Kong soccer club in Group A of the HKFC Citibank Soccer Sevens, which will be held from May 23-25.

Rice pulls plug on swimming career

Stephanie Rice, who retired on Wednesday at the age of 25, managed some golden Olympic moments in an eight-year swimming career cut short by continuing shoulder problems.