McIlroy keeps Dubai lead as Woods hits form

2011-02-12 10:48:51

Rory McIlroy kept his hopes of ending a two-year European Tour winless drought alive with a four-under-par 68 for a one-stroke lead in the Dubai Desert Classic second round on Friday with Tiger Woods lurking.

Webber praises 'one of best' Kubica

2011-02-12 07:40:09

JEREZ, Spain - Australia's Mark Webber described Robert Kubica as one of the world's best drivers on Thursday as Formula One united in its support for the stricken Pole who suffered a terrifying rally crash at the weekend.

Pole is out of intensive care

2011-02-12 07:40:09

Robert Kubica on Thursday left the intensive care unit at the Italian hospital where he is being treated after last weekend's horror crash.

'Disgusted' Contador hits out at WADA, UCI

2011-02-12 07:40:09

MADRID - A "disgusted" Alberto Contador hit out on Thursday at the Spanish federation, which he accused of buckling to pressure from anti-doping authorities and proposing he serve a one-year ban from cycling.

Spurs spank Raptors on Blair's big night

2011-02-11 07:48:41

The San Antonio Spurs showed their class, delivering a fourth quarter knockout punch to put away the Toronto Raptors 111-100 on Wednesday, underlining their status as the NBA's top team.

Woods upstaged by top two despite stunning finish on 18th

2011-02-11 10:32:10

A closing hole eagle helped Tiger Woods save face on the opening day of the Dubai Desert Classic on Thursday although the former world number one was upstaged by his successor Lee Westwood and number two Martin Kaymer.

Lawsuit filed by frustrated fans

2011-02-11 07:48:41

DALLAS, Texas - Hundreds of fans who bought Super Bowl tickets and wound up missing the game or settling for obstructed views from folding chairs are taking their complaints to federal court.

Jazz coach Sloan resigns after 23 years with team

2011-02-11 10:10:23

Longtime Utah Jazz coach Jerry Sloan said on Thursday a drop-off in energy was behind his sudden decision to resign after 23 years with the NBA team.

Tour of Qatar

2011-02-10 17:09:08

The pack of riders cycles past a mosque during the third stage of the 10th Tour of Qatar cycling race from Al Wakra to Mesaieed, Qatar.

Fear of fourth pushes Innerhofer to Super G gold

2011-02-11 07:48:41

Italy's Christof Innerhofer said fear of finishing outside the medals again helped push him to claim his maiden world ski gold when he won the men's Super G on Wednesday.

LeBron gets 41, and Heat stuns Pacers 117-112

2011-02-10 12:45:28

LeBron James had 41 points, 13 rebounds and eight assists,and Chris Bosh added 19 points as the Miami Heat rallied from 14 points down to beat the Indiana Pacers 117-112 on Tuesday for their seventh straight victory.

Magic use big second half to down Clippers

2011-02-10 07:55:09

ORLANDO, Florida - For the past few weeks, Magic coach Stan Van Gundy's nightly pregame speeches have included two simple requests: Good pace on offense and sustained energy on defense.