Bobcats snap Boston's 9-game streak

BOSTON: The Charlotte Bobcats handed the Boston Celtics only their fourth loss of the season, ending their nine-game winning streak in a 95-83 victory on Wednesday.

Allardyce leaves Newcastle United

LONDON: Sam Allardyce became the latest example of Premier League impatience on Wednesday when he "parted company" with Newcastle United after half a season with the club.

De Villiers named Springbok coach

CAPE TOWN, South Africa: Peter De Villiers made history on Wednesday by being named the first black coach of the world champion Springbok rugby team before making clear he would pick his teams based on merit, not color.

Decision on Pistorius Olympic bid delayed

LONDON: South African Oscar Pistorius, a double amputee who runs with carbon-fiber blades attached to his legs, may have to wait until Saturday before he learns if he can compete against able-bodied runners at the Beijing Olympics.

TV presenter suspended over Woods comment

HONOLULU: American cable television network The Golf Channel has suspended one of its presenters for two weeks for making a racially insensitive comment last Friday at the expense of world No 1 Tiger Woods.

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T-Wolves win, snap 8-game losing run

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota: Rashad McCants continued his sharp-shooting streak with 27 points and the Minnesota Timberwolves snapped an eight-game losing streak by beating the reeling Miami Heat 101-91 in the NBA on Tuesday.

Grant admires never-say-die Chelsea

LONDON:Avram Grant believes Chelsea's never-say-die spirit will help his side reach a third League Cup final in four seasons.

McLaren say spy saga will not hurt 2008 form

LONDON: Last year's Formula One spy controversy will not damage McLaren's title chances this season, according to chief executive Martin Whitmarsh.

Hall of Famer Gibbs resigns as coach of Redskins

WASHINGTON: Hall of Famer Joe Gibbs has resigned as head coach of the Washington Redskins, after 15 years in two spells in the role, saying he wants to spend more time with his family.

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