Women get their chance in Sevens
2011-09-27 07:47:41
A bold experiment that was started at last year's Borneo Sevens rugby tournament could lead to a major boost for Asian and Pacific women's teams.
Good for everyone but Iran
2011-09-27 07:47:41
"It's a big upset for Iran because they've been working very well for years. This is basketball. It happens. But it's no harm to the event's excitement here," said FIBA secretary general Patrick Baumann.
European soccer sum-up
2011-09-26 15:52:28
Inter Milan, AS Roma and champions AC Milan all notched their first Serie A wins of the season at the weekend.
'Biggest' amateur soccer games kicks off in Brazil
2011-09-26 14:35:48
According to organizers, the Peladao is the biggest amateur soccer championship in the world with about 761 teams competing at the levels of master, children, women, indigenous and the main category "Peladao Verde".
Owen focuses on United, won't rule out England
2011-09-26 13:57:09
Michael Owen says he would rather force his way into the Manchester United team than wait for an England recall because he does not expect to play for the national side again while Fabio Capello is manager.
One point away from champagne
2011-09-26 07:55:36
Sebastian Vettel demonstrated his vast supremacy on Sunday when he won the Singapore Grand Prix to move within a point of becoming the youngest double world champion in Formula One history.
Lady Gaga to be at Delhi
2011-09-26 07:55:36
American pop sensation Lady Gaga has been signed up to play at India's inaugural Formula One race next month, which will be held at a newly-built circuit outside the capital, New Delhi.
China picks a great time to get revenge
2011-09-25 07:59:09
The China men's team gained sweet revenge over rival South Korea at the Borneo Sevens rugby tournament at Likas Stadium on Saturday.
Act now - playoff spots going fast
2011-09-25 07:59:09
Prince Fielder enjoyed a victory lap at Miller Park, hugging fans along the way. Kirk Gibson pumped his fist at Chase Field, celebrating while the crowd chanted his name.
'Solid foundation for Chinese soccer'
2011-09-24 07:52:36
With a 12-point lead over second-place Beijing Guo'an and six games to play in the Chinese Super League (CSL), it's only a matter of time before Guangzhou Evergrande claims the league title.
FIFA bans Iraq from playing at home
2011-09-23 17:33:47
Iraq will have to play all their home qualifiers for the 2014 World Cup and next year's London Olympics at a neutral venue due to fears over security, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) said on Friday.
UK invites world business, visitors to London Olympics
2011-09-23 17:14:31
A new drive to promote Britain as a place to visit and do business was launched by the British Prime Minister, David Cameron in New York today.