Pound prepares to step down as WADA chief
2007-11-13 14:34:51
There will be few tears shed when Dick Pound steps down from his post as World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) chief at the end of the year.
Lindros named ombudsman for NHL Players' Association
2007-11-12 11:39:07
Former MVP Eric Lindros has been named the National Hockey League Players' Association (NHLPA) ombudsman, the organisation said on Sunday.
Afghan Wushu team to participate in tournament in China
2007-11-12 08:44:10
The Afghan National Wushu Team is to leave for Beijing on Monday to take part in the international Wushu tournament, local newspaper Afghanistan Times reported on Sunday.
Mickelson wobbles but retains lead in Shanghai
2007-11-11 22:11:45
World number two Phil Mickelson wobbled late in his front nine on Sunday, bringing his lead back to two shots just as he looked to be cruising to victory at the HSBC Champions.
Injury-plagued Lindros retires, makes $5m donation
2007-11-09 15:34:26
Eric Lindros, a former top draft pick and NHL MVP, once dubbed "The Next One" as the heir apparent to Wayne Gretzky announced his retirement on Thursday, ending a career full of promise that was never quite realised.
Giants lock horns with Cowboys for NFC East lead
2007-11-09 15:16:12
The New York Giants follow up their trip to London with a Sunday showdown against the Dallas Cowboys and linebacker Mathias Kiwanuka knows what is at stake.
Thorpe cleared of 'doping' charges
2007-11-08 14:23:41
Olympic champion Ian Thorpe has been cleared of doping charges by swimming's world governing body.
Torre formally takes over at Dodgers
2007-11-06 19:52:54
Former New York Yankees manager Joe Torre took formal control of the Los Angeles Dodgers on Monday, calling the experience "surreal".
Russell takes charge of Pirates
2007-11-06 19:50:07
The Pittsburgh Pirates have appointed former player John Russell as their new manager, the team said on Monday.
Wami collects half-million prize but wanted NYC win
2007-11-06 19:42:54
Gete Wami collected her $500,000 prize as winner of the World Marathon Majors women's title on Monday but the Ethiopian was still dissatisfied with her second place in the New York City Marathon at the weekend.
Pan Am champ swimmer Gusmao suspended for doping
2007-11-06 10:49:29
The International Swimming Federation (FINA) preventively suspended Brazilian athlete Rebeca Gusmao after an anti-doping test in July, local press reported on Monday.
Double sprint world champ Gay heads nominations
2007-11-06 10:47:34
World 100 and 200 metres champion Tyson Gay is one of three finalists in the running for the International Association of Athletics Federation's (IAAF) male athlete of the year award.