Athletics-Brazil's Gomes, Prokopcuka win NYC Marathon
2006-11-06 08:40:00
Marilson Gomes dos Santos of Brazil became the first South American to win the New York City Marathon while Latvia's Jelena Prokopcuka retained her women's title with a commanding performance on Sunday.
Skate Canada figure skating competition spotlight
2006-11-05 15:25:35
Canada's Joannie Rochette competes in the women's free skate during Skate Canada figure skating competition in Victoria, British Columbia November 4, 2006. Rochette won first place. [Reuters]
Scott Moves Three Shots Clear after Lucky Eagle
2006-11-05 13:48:23
Australian Adam Scott, desperate to win his first PGA Tour title of the year, eagled the par-five 15th on his way to a three-stroke lead in the Tour Championship third round.
Baseball-Maddux awarded 16th Gold Glove
2006-11-04 17:17:40
Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Greg Maddux claimed a record equalling 16th Gold Glove while St Louis Cardinals first baseman Albert Pujols was awarded his first as the National League handed out defensive honours on Friday.
Baseball-Minnesota rookie sensation Liriano out for season
2006-11-04 17:17:00
Minnesota Twins rookie pitching sensation Francisco Liriano will undergo surgery on his left elbow and is expected to miss all of next season, the team announced on Friday.
Golf-Australian Scott ties Durant for East Lake lead
2006-11-04 17:16:22
Australia's Adam Scott, boosted by four birdies in seven holes, moved into a tie for the lead midway through the season-ending Tour Championship on Friday.
Golf-Tour rookie Immelman eyes fairytale finish in Atlanta
2006-11-04 17:15:48
PGA Tour rookie Trevor Immelman has a golden opportunity to end a fairytale season in triumphant style at this week's Tour Championship.
Golf-Australian Scott ties Durant for East Lake lead
2006-11-04 17:15:14
Australia's Adam Scott, boosted by four birdies in seven holes, moved into a tie for the lead midway through the season-ending Tour Championship on Friday.
Golf-Singh aims for top 50 spot and place in Masters
2006-11-04 17:14:33
Jeev Milkha Singh, who won his second 2006 European tour event last weekend, is aiming to become the first Indian to qualify for the Masters golf tournament.
FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup 2006
2006-11-04 14:19:03
France's Thierry Ottavy (L) fights for the ball with Javi of Spain during their FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup 2006 match at Copacabana beach in Rio de Janeiro November 3, 2006. France won 7-4 . [Reuters]
Bernardini eyes Classic duel with Invasor
2006-11-03 10:31:10
Bernardini is the overwhelming favorite in the Breeders' Cup Classic on Saturday and trainer Tom Albertrani is having a hard time containing his enthusiasm.
Horse racing-Breeders' Cup penpix
2006-11-03 10:29:19
Penpix of leading European contenders in the Breeders' Cup races on Saturday at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky: