Bayern Munich sacks coach Van Gaal

2011-04-11 10:30:59

Bayern Munich have fired coach Louis Van Gaal after Saturday's 1-1 Bundesliga draw against Nuremberg increased the chances of Germany's biggest club missing out on next season's Champions League.

Bulls trample Celtics in home race

2011-04-08 14:26:23

The Chicago Bulls beat the Boston Celtics 97-81 on Thursday to open a four-game lead at the top of the Eastern Conference.

Hornets clinch playoff spot

2011-04-08 07:57:34

Paul has 28 pts and 10 assists as New Orleans beat Houston 101-93

Granger leads Pacers into playoff

2011-04-08 07:57:34

Danny Granger scored 25 points on Wednesday to help the Indiana Pacers clinch their first NBA playoff berth since 2006 with a 136-112 victory over Washington.

Braden stays calm as Blue Jays beat Athletics

2011-04-08 07:57:34

Dallas Braden isn't panicking about Oakland's poor start to the season.

China disqualified for curling worlds

2011-04-08 13:25:52

The Chinese men's curling team failed to qualify for the semifinals after losing to Canada 4-5 at the World Curling Championships in Canada.

More than just a dance

2011-04-08 07:57:34

Germany's 23-year-old Andrea Petkovic has become famous for her victory dance, but plans to enter politics after she retires from tennis.

F1 driver Schumacher meets fans in Kuala Lumpur

2011-04-07 13:44:05

A tattooed fan hugs Mercedes Formula One driver Michael Schumacher of Germany (R) during a meet the fans session ahead of the Malaysian F1 Grand Prix, in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Masters Drama

2011-04-07 08:07:56

An all-star cast of golf's greatest players challenge legendary Augusta National in the 75th Masters starting on Thursday.

Easier now for oldies to be goodies: Nicklaus

2011-04-07 08:07:56

Jack Nicklaus says older players have an easier time these days at winning Majors thanks to advances in equipment.

London 2012 to host Int'l Paralympic Day

2011-04-07 10:50:50

The 2011 International Paralympic Day will be held on 8 September in Trafalgar Square.

Lebron James acquires minority stake in Liverpool

2011-04-07 09:26:37

LeBron James acquired a minority stake in Liverpool soccer club on Wednesday.