Becker and Henman’s verdict
BBC pundits assess Andy Murray's performance
Archive for January, 2010
Swede Karlsson claims Qatar win
Sweden's Robert Karlsson fires a final-round 65 to claim a three-shot victory in the Qatar Masters in Doha.
Rahul Dravid absence a big blow, says Gautam Gambhir
Gautam Gambhir, the Indian opener, has described Rahul Dravid's absence from the Test series against South Africa as a "big blow" but remains confident after beginning the year on a positive note, beating Bangladesh 2-0
Brian Stann: The Reluctant Hero
Mike Russell, UFC - One word that will never be used to describe Brian Stann is "selfish".
In spite of every obstacle he has determinedly driven through in his life and every accolade he has earned in his decorated military and mixed martial arts careers, Stann's arms remain too busy saluting and shaking the hands of the platoon of supporters who stand behind him to stop for a moment and pat himself on the back.
Mickelson rule-bending – Westwood
Lee Westwood has accused Phil Mickelson of "bending the rules" over his use of a controversial 20-year-old club.
Australia completes series sweep
Australia has rounded out a perfect summer against Pakistan, battering the tourists in three Tests and five one-day internationals, after scraping home to win the final 50-over match in Perth on Sunday.
Kookas shocked in Hobart
Korea beat Australia 2-1 in the men's hockey Test in Hobart on Sunday night, ruining Mark Knowles' 150th game celebration.
Murray v Federer as it happened
World number one Roger Federer beats Britain's Andy Murray in straight sets to win his fourth Australian Open title.
Federer ends Murray’s Slam dream
Roger Federer beats Andy Murray in the Australian Open final to win his 16th Grand Slam and end the Briton's hopes of a first major title.
PCB to seek Dubai permit for Asif again
The PCB will make a fresh appeal with Dubai authorities requesting them to revoke the travelling restrictions imposed on fast bowler Mohammad Asif
Rees positive despite Byrne ban
Hooker Matthew Rees says Wales can cope without Lee Byrne for the Six Nations opener against England if he loses his appeal over a two-week ban.
Trademark Tim Toffees’ toast
Tim Cahill looks to be getting back to form with Everton after his second goal in four days helped the Toffees extend their unbeaten English Premier League run.
Daly U-turn over ‘quit’ comments
John Daly says he is not retiring from golf despite comments to the contrary after he missed the cut at the Farmers Insurance Open.
Broad ton gives Bulls hope of victory
Ryan Broad's highest first-class score, followed by three wickets to the captain Chris Simpson, gave Queensland the edge with a day to play against New South Wales
Cornwall five-for crushes T&T
A round-up of the first day's action of the fourth round of the Regional Four Day Competition 2009-10
Roar youth come good for Postecoglou
All the frustration of a tumultuous four-month stay finally boiled over for Brisbane coach Ange Postecoglou in the Roar's crunch A-League clash against Sydney FC on Saturday night.
Terry receives backing despite sex scandal
Chelsea boss Carlo Ancelotti says John Terry will remain skipper of the English Premier League outfit, after the England star shrugged off controversy over his private life to score the winner against Burnley.
Taylor blasts Central Districts to title
A brutal Ross Taylor assault powered Central Districts to a 78-run rout of Auckland in the final of the HRV Cup at a packed Pukekura Park, and with it a spot in the lucrative Champions League
Bushrangers building lead
Tasmania's Luke Butterworth destroyed Victoria's top order but his side's second string bowlers failed to press the advantage in the middle session on day three of the Sheffield Shield match at Bellerive Oval.
Night Tests could be ’several years away’
Day-night Test cricket could still be "several years" away, according to the head of the Kookaburra company, who believes a red ball is the only one that can last 80 overs
Mickelson ’slandered’ over cheating claims
Phil Mickelson expects the PGA Tour to take action after the world number two was accused of cheating by fellow American Scott McCarron at this week's San Diego Open.
McDonald still in Celtic coach’s plans
Celtic coach Tony Mowbray insists Socceroos striker Scott McDonald has a future at the club, despite the arrival of Danish hotshot Morten Rasmussen.
Murray aware of massive task ahead
Great Scot Andy Murray is in the form of his life heading into the Australian Open final, but there is no doubt about the enormity of the task confronting him tonight.
Sim second heading into final round
Australian Michael Sim was joint second behind Ryuji Imada, who held a two-shot lead heading into the final round of the US PGA Tour's San Diego Open.
Henin content with comeback
Belgian Justine Henin described her grand slam comeback as "almost perfect", despite falling at the final hurdle when she lost Saturday's Australian Open final to Serena Williams.
Happy Serena reaches her goal
An ecstatic Serena Williams spoke of her delight at drawing level with idol Billie-Jean King after ending the remarkable comeback run of Justine Henin at the Australian Open.
At Long Last, Ronys Torres Enters The Octagon
Martins Denis, UFC - More than one year has passed since Ronys Torres, a native of Manacapuru city in Amazonas, Brazil, signed his name on the dotted line of a UFC contract.
The expectations for the debut of this competitor with the 18-1 résumé (eight subs, eight TKOs / KOs and only two decisions) were high, because after being chosen as the best Brazilian fighter in 2008, Torres was going to show those outside Brazil what had made him so celebrated in his home country.
Priestland inspires Scarlets win at Wasps
The boot of Rhys Priestland proves decisive as Scarlets chalk up their fourth successive victory with a win over Wasps.
Hewitt vows he’s not done yet
Lleyton Hewitt refuses to give up on his grand slam dream despite revealing he had a second round of career-saving hip surgery this week.
Casey makes move in Doha
England's Paul Casey has staked his claim for a first Qatar Masters title after stroking a fluent 6-under-par 66 in the third round at the Doha Golf Club.
Terry ends troubled day with winner
Chelsea captain John Terry put the controversy over his private life to one side by scoring the winner in a 2-1 victory at Burnley, as his side went four points clear at the top of the Premier League.
Spinners set up Kenyan rout
The Kenyan spinners made light work of a young Uganda line-up in the opening fixture of the Kenya tri-series Twenty20 tournament at the Gymkhana Club Ground in Nairobi
Netherlands gets contracts boost
The Netherlands board has given a boost to the country's players by handing out central contracts for the first time