Clemens' lawyers looking into doping allegations

NEW YORK: Allegations linking seven-time Cy Young award-winner Roger Clemens to doping are being investigated by his lawyers, the superstar pitcher's lead attorney told the New York Times on Wednesday.

Miami woes continue with loss

NEW YORK: The Philadelphia 76ers extended their home-court domination of the Miami Heat with a 96-85 victory on Wednesday.

Aussies in control of test

MELBOURNE, Australia: Australia took a firm grip on the first test after Stuart Clark and Brett Lee produced a sustained period of hostile and controled pace bowling to bowl India out for 196 late on the second day yesterday.

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Bryant powers Lakers past Suns

LOS ANGELES: The surging Los Angeles Lakers scored a 122-115 win over the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday, with Kobe Bryant knocking down 38 points and Andrew Bynum adding a career-high 28.

Wild Oats leads as race gets underway

SYDNEY: Supermaxi Wild Oats was on track to defend its Sydney to Hobart title on Wednesday after taking an early lead in the bluewater classic.

Hayden scores century, India fights back

MELBOURNE, Australia: Australia opener Matthew Hayden scored his 28th test century, while India captain Anil Kumble took five wickets to leave the first test evenly poised after the first day's play yesterday.

Arsenal keeper eyes England switch

LONDON: Spanish goalkeeper Manuel Almunia has refused to rule out switching his national colours to England.

Veteran Clement replaces Monfils in Hopman Cup

PERTH, Australia: Veteran Frenchman Arnaud Clement will replace Gael Monfils as Tatiana Golovin's playing partner at the mixed teams Hopman Cup, starting here on Saturday.

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Adriano involved in fresh controversy

RIO DE JANEIRO: Brazilian striker Adriano, who last week promised to turn over a new leaf and get his career back on the rails, has landed in fresh controversy after being photographed at a pop concert holding a can of beer.

Tomlinson takes rushing lead as Chargers win

LOS ANGELES: LaDainian Tomlinson grabbed the NFL rushing lead and scored a touchdown as the San Diego Chargers won their fifth consecutive game with a 23-3 home victory over the Denver Broncos on Monday.