Cup sweeter second time around for Alinghi

VALENCIA, Spain: Victory was sweet the first time Alinghi landed the America's Cup but the relief of fighting through internal problems and external challenges made it all the sweeter when they won a second time on Tuesday.

Philosophical Kiwis eye another tilt

WELLINGTON: New Zealand was in philosophical mood yesterday after its team's defeat at the hands of Alinghi in the America's Cup, with Kiwis already setting their sights on another tilt at winning back sailing's "Auld Mug".

New dad Woods bemoans lack of sleep

BETHESDA, Maryland: Tiger Woods says everything he has heard about new fathers being too busy to sleep is true.

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United's rivals play catch-up as spending season begins

LONDON: The transfer window has only just officially opened but already Manchester United look strongly placed to dent their Premier League rivals' hopes when the new season begins next month.

Veteran Arthurs calls its quits after loss

LONDON: Wayne Arthurs confirmed his Wimbledon defeat against Jonas Bjorkman was the final singles match of his 17-year career.

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Ballack back under the knife for more ankle surgery

No sour grapes over Ali fight - Foreman

DALLAS: George Foreman still insists he was drugged before his famous 1974 clash with Muhammad Ali in Africa but says the defeat was good for his soul and he is not sore about it.

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Bateman serves up winning recipe at Buick

GRAND BLANC, Michigan: After nine trips to qualifying school and 150 tournaments without a win, Brian Bateman might have considered spending a little less time in the kitchen and a bit more time on the practice range.

Hard-working stringers keep the tension high at Wimbledon

LONDON: Many a Wimbledon champion might not have tasted glory on Centre Court had it not been for the humble racket stringer.