In form change, tennis dads earn praise

PARIS: Where once there were lawsuits and restraining orders, now there are tearful tributes and emotional reconciliations.

US soccer chief wonders if Beckham effect will last

NEW YORK: US Soccer Federation chief Sunil Gulati says the impending arrival of David Beckham to Major League Soccer has given the sport a huge boost in the United States but the jury is out on any long-term effect.

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Vieira's eyes already on 2010 Cup prize

DAKAR: French soccer captain Patrick Vieira wants to pursue his international career until at least the 2010 World Cup in South Africa and he believes the future remains bright for France's young national side.

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Venus back in top 20 after Wimbledon heroics

Kubica gains confidence after crash

LONDON: Polish Formula One driver Robert Kubica has only gained in confidence since his horrific crash in Canada last month, according to BMW Sauber team boss Mario Theissen.

Yankee greats say comeback is still possible

NEW YORK: The New York Yankees go into the All-Star break 10 games behind the AL East division-leading Boston Red Sox and with their string of 12 successive seasons in the playoffs in jeopardy.

Golden future awaits Galaxy following Becks deal

LOS ANGELES: David Beckham's much trumpeted move to LA Galaxy this week has thrown the spotlight on the financial impact he is likely to make on the game in the United States.

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Metzelder impatient to get started at Real Madrid

Satisfied with performance, Rafa swaps grass for beach

LONDON: Rafael Nadal will not agonise over his missed chance at Wimbledon, preferring to think about a good tournament and a break on the beach back home in Majorca.

Reliability still not good enough for Ferrari chief

SILVERSTONE, England: Ferrari chief Jean Todt celebrated victory in Sunday's British Grand Prix with Kimi Raikkonen but said his team must get on top of their reliability problems.