Red Sox and Rockies set for Fall Classic

BOSTON: The tradition-rich Boston Red Sox go after their second World Series trophy in four years when they take on Fall Classic debutants the Colorado Rockies starting on Wednesday.

Mattingly interviewed for Yankee's manager

MIAMI: Former New York Yankees player Don Mattingly became the second person interviewed to replace Joe Torre as the team's manager on Tuesday.

Less brings more for solid world No 1 Henin

ZURICH: While many players complain that they have to compete in too many tournaments, Justine Henin stays at the top by playing less.

Cycling begins big clean-up with doping passport

PARIS: After two days of intense negotiations, cycling's respective governing bodies concerned with the fight against doping have come to a consensus on the application of a biological passport for professional cyclists.

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Ireland manager Staunton sacked by FAI - report

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Judge to rule on America's Cup case soon

MADRID: A New York judge could rule on a battle between Alinghi and BMW Oracle over the next America's Cup in a couple of weeks, the teams said after a court hearing on Monday.

Cycling to step up a gear in anti-doping fight

PARIS: Cycling showed it was ready to make an important move in the fight against doping when the creation of a biological passport took shape on Monday.

McLaren appeal leaves Kimi in limbo

SAO PAULO: Kimi Raikkonen may have to wait days and even weeks before the Ferrari driver can be absolutely certain that he is Formula One champion.

Dolphins, Giants at Wembley as NFL targets Britain

LONDON: As England's David Beckham helps soccer gain a foothold in the United States, America's favorite football is heading to London's Wembley Stadium with similar intent, aiming to become one of Britain's most popular sports.

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Romario named as Vasco's interim coach

Nalbandian sends Federer crashing

MADRID: Former No 3 David Nalbandian turned the tables on Roger Federer to stun the Swiss 1-6, 6-3, 6-3 and win his first title in nearly 18 months with victory on Sunday at the Madrid Masters.