Challenging time for the game in Asia

SINGAPORE: Asian golf experienced a year of upheaval last year, but the season will also be remembered for Yang Yong-eun's Major win and the appearance of Tiger Woods just weeks before his image hit the skids.

China on verge of boom after sport's Olympic acceptance

Golf is on the verge of a boom period with more courses, financial support and events for amateurs planned after the game was reintroduced as an Olympic sport last year.

Golfers to watch

I still want to be world's best, says Federer

Swiss legend vows to stay on top in 2010 after reclaiming crown last year

Nadal's trail to a drought-breaker easier

DOHA: Rafael Nadal, who played mock tennis with Roger Federer on a suspended "magic" carpet, was on Monday given a slightly easier path to the final of the opening tournament of what could be a transformative season.

Zheng to face Sharapova in HK Classic opener

HONG KONG: The nation's first Wimbledon semifinalist, Zheng Jie, is looking forward to facing off against former world tennis No 1 Maria Sharapova at the Hong Kong Tennis Classic today.

Peterhansel says stage win a 'step' to Dakar victory

FIAMBALA, Argentina: French veteran Stephane Peterhansel won stage three of the Dakar Rally on Monday and claimed it was a step towards overall victory in the testing event.

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Cricket

Heat burn low-scoring Hawks 92-75

Miami's tight defense proves too much for Atlanta again as hosts win

Given vows to add to FA Cup pain for Man United

MANCHESTER, England: Shay Given has vowed to make it a week of cup pain for Manchester United when Manchester City face their neighbors in the first leg of their League Cup semifinal on Wednesday.

Arsenal set to underline title credentials

LONDON: Arsene Wenger admits Arsenal have a golden opportunity to underline their credentials as serious Premier League title challengers in Wednesday's crucial clash with Bolton.

Beckham, Toni eye openers in Italy

ROME: High-profile new arrivals David Beckham and Luca Toni will be aiming to be in the thick of the action for AC Milan and AS Roma respectively when the Italian league restarts after the winter break on Wednesday.