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49ers shine at Hyde and seek

Carlos Hyde wanted to outplay the better-known No 28 on the field, Adrian Peterson.

Manning shoulders blame for 'mistakes'

Eli Manning is taking the blame for two late blunders that led to the New York Giants' collapse against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday night - including telling halfback Rashad Jennings not to score.

Ko adds to her growing legend

With two holes left to play in her bid to become the youngest LPGA major titleholder at the Evian Championship, Lydia Ko stayed as relaxed and composed as a seasoned veteran.

Freebie for fans in Hong Kong

Fans will have a rare opportunity to watch some of the world's top golfers for free at this year's UBS Hong Kong Open.

Two for the show at Macao Open

Guan Tianlang and Pan Cheng-tsung are aiming to shine in their debut appearances in next month's Venetian Macao Open at Macao Golf & Country Club.

Big Three headed for Sheshan

World No 1 Jordan Spieth, No 2 Rory McIlroy and defending champion and No 4 Bubba Watson are among the first players to book spots at this year's WGC-HSBC Champions at Sheshan International Golf Club, Nov 5-8.

'Chairman of the Boards' dies at 60

NBA family mourns the passing of iconic Hall of Famer Moses Malone

Champions League spotlight on United, Juve

Manchester United makes its eagerly-awaited return to the Champions League at PSV Eindhoven on Tuesday while last year's finalist Juventus prepares for a trip to Manchester City. Here are previews of the eight matches from Groups A, B, C and D:

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SOCCER

New York marathon ends Novak's 'incredible year'

Serbian superstar outlasts Federer in gripping four-setter

Roger vows to return in 2016

Roger Federer insists he will return to the US Open in 2016 despite losing Sunday's final 6-4, 5-7, 6-4, 6-4 to Novak Djokovic.