Messi poised to roar past Raul

Barcelona's superstar striker equals all-time CL scoring mark against Ajax

Ronaldo writing his own legacy

World Player of the Year Cristiano Ronaldo believes he will be considered one of the greatest soccer players of all time by the time he retires.

Berdych still searching for his 'chosen one'

Ivan Lendl might be "way too busy" to be his mentor but Tomas Berdych has not given up the dream of jumping on the 'super coach' bandwagon.

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Lawyer alleges A-Rod 'confession'

Says Yankees slugger admitted steroid use in DEA documents

Kershaw has shot at history

Los Angeles Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw is among the finalists for the National League's Most Valuable Player and the Cy Young Award - and in position to become the first NL player to sweep both honors since Bob Gibson in 1968.

Chengdu Report: Equestrian festival in Wenjiang drives development

As the host city of the China Equestrian Festival for the past three years, Wenjiang district in Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan province, is aiming to expand the annual event's influence and boost the district's economic development.

Prosecutors: A-Rod paid off cousin

Disgraced Yankee spent almost $1 million to keep relative quiet about PEDs

49ers regrouping after loss to Rams

Halfway through the regular season, the San Francisco 49ers know there is a sense of urgency in getting things turned around.

Peterson avoids jail in plea agreement

Minnesota Vikings star Adrian Peterson avoided jail on Tuesday by reaching a deal with Texas prosecutors to resolve a child abuse case that revived a national debate about corporal punishment.

Scott surprised by 'cracking' caddie offers

Adam Scott has been contacted by about 100 caddies offering their services but the world No 2 is in no hurry to appoint a replacement for Steve Williams.