MOSCOW: A Russian billionaire has offered incentives to Croatia for beating England in its final Euro 2008 Group E qualifier on Wednesday, a result that would give Russia a chance to reach the finals.
SEOUL: In an exhibition match between the giants of tennis present and past, world No 1 Roger Federer defeated Pete Sampras in straight sets, 6-4, 6-3.
DENVER: Jay Cutler threw touchdown passes of 41 and 48 yards and little-known Glenn Martinez and Andre Hall added to Denver's slew of big scoring plays on Monday in a 34-20 victory over the Tennessee Titans.
NEW YORK: Slugger Alex Rodriguez won the American League Most Valuable Player award for the third time in five years in balloting by the Baseball Writers Association of America on Monday.
MESA, Arizona: Former heavyweight boxing champion Mike Tyson, who pleaded guilty in September to drug possession and driving under the influence (DUI), was sentenced by a judge on Monday to 10 days in jail, but will only serve one.
LONDON: England coach Steve McClaren said on Sunday there were no excuses left for his side as it seeks the point it needs against Croatia on Wednesday to qualify for Euro 2008.
SHANGHAI: When asked what advice Roger Federer the coach would offer any player facing him in a match, the imperious Swiss joked: "Don't even try, pal!"
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