Korean Ryu wins US Women's Open in playoff
2011-07-12 11:01:09
South Korea's Ryu So-yeon won her first major title by beating compatriot Seo Hee-kyung by three shots in a three-hole playoff for the weather-delayed US Women's Open on Monday.
Messi-inspired Argentina come to life with 3-0 win
2011-07-12 13:53:41
Lionel Messi at last came into his own at the Copa America as Argentina beat a defensive Costa Rica 3-0 with two goals from Sergio Aguero to secure second place in Group A on Monday.
ROK opposition leader mulls co-hosting Games with DPRK
2011-07-12 11:25:40
South Korea's opposition leader and a strong presidential contender said Monday he will "seriously" consider co-hosting the 2018 Winter Olympics with the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK).
Yao retirement risks NBA profile in China
2011-07-12 09:48:43
The expected retirement of Chinese basketball star Yao Ming risks diminishing the NBA's once-burgeoning popularity in the country, with many local fans saying they would no longer watch NBA games.
Maradona slightly hurt in car crash
2011-07-12 10:07:07
Former Argentine soccer player and coach Diego Maradona escaped serious injury on Monday when his car was involved in a collision with a bus near his Buenos Aires home, local media and officials said.
Scared by Tour de France crashes
2011-07-12 09:25:06
Australian cyclist Cadel Evans survived another day of carnage on the Tour de France.
Wenger confident of keeping Fabregas, Nasri
2011-07-12 06:27:18
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says the club is capable of retaining star midfielders Cesc Fabregas and Samir Nasri despite big money bids from Barcelona, Manchester City and Manchester United.
Contador 'anxious' over knee pain
2011-07-12 07:21:40
SAINT-FLOUR, France - Tour de France champion Alberto Contador revealed he is "anxious" over ongoing pain in his right knee which flared up again during the crash-marred ninth stage of the race on Sunday.
Alonso victory sparks Ferrari motivation
2011-07-12 07:21:40
SILVERSTONE, United Kingdom - Fernando Alonso said that winning Sunday's British Grand Prix had given his Ferrari team the motivation it needed after a frustrating first half to the season.
Coaches and teammates tweet about Yao's retirement
2011-07-11 10:51:23
Chinese NBA idol Yao Ming was set to retire, as confirmed by his management on Saturday.
What heritage has Yao Ming left?
2011-07-11 10:17:23
Basketball has suffered a big loss: Yao Ming, the 7-foot-6 center and 8-time NBA All-Star is reportedly retiring due to career-ending injuries.
It's a girl for David and Victoria Beckham!
2011-07-11 09:19:37
Celebrity couple David and Victoria Beckham welcomed a new baby girl into the world on Sunday, adding a daughter to the three sons they already have in their growing family.
