In trying to emulate his childhood "inspiration" Marco Pantani, Giro d'Italia champion Alberto Contador has underlined his ambition to cap an at times controversial career by retiring as one of cycling's greats.
In the latest twist to the massive corruption scandal engulfing world soccer's governing body, South Africa on Sunday denied a $10 million payment it made in 2008 was in any way a bribe to FIFA for the 2010 World Cup.
Brazilian soccer legend Pele waves to the crowd after arriving with the New York Cosmos at Jose Marti Airport on Sunday in Havana.
Steven Bowditch already had wedding photos from the 18th green at the home of the AT&T Byron Nelson.
Yan Panpan, a veteran on the Chinese LPGA Tour, believes her first win in her hometown over the weekend will boost her confidence at future events.
Jo-Wilfried Tsonga beat fourth seed Tomas Berdych at an overcast Roland Garros on Sunday, winning their fourth-round match 6-3, 6-2, 6-7 (5), 6-3 on a day of mixed fortunes for French hopes.
"We have combustible personalities and we are very emotional. But it's good. I think, you know, obviously every player is different. You can make it work for you or against you. There were times in my career when people said, 'OK, you have to be less enthusiastic, less emotional on the court'. But actually it takes more energy for me to stop than to just let it out. I do get excited. It's part of my personality ... and I love it."
After a much-debated call in her French Open loss to Serena Williams, Victoria Azarenka suggested perhaps it is time for full-on instant replay to be used in tennis - beyond simply the Hawk-Eye line-calling used at some events.
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