550 more athletes and officials to arrive today

NEW DELHI – Athletes have started arriving in planeloads for the Commonwealth Games and 550 more athletes and officials are expected to land here Monday.

The largest contingent of 113 from South Africa, followed by Scotland with 77 athletes and officials will land in the Indian capital for the Oct 3-14 Games.
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Murrays’ mom disappointed at non-inclusion of tennis for 2014 CW Games

LONDON – British No.1 Andy Murray’s mother, Judy, is disappointed that tennis will not be included in the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

The mother of tennis players Andy and Jamie Murray was speaking at the opening of new miniature courts for young children …. Source article  : Murrays’ mom disappointed at non-inclusion of tennis for 2014 CW Games.

Veena Malik receives another death threat for giving Asif’s call details to ICC

SYDNEY – Former girlfriend of Pakistani pacer Mohammad Asif, Veena Malik, has revealed that a death threat was delivered in person to her parents’ home last week, days after she received one of her own for providing the ICC with phone records showing Asif in regular contact with an alleged Indian bookmaker.

Asif is one of … Read more >>.

Sir Edward Elgar penned world’s first football chant

LONDON – Late British composer Sir Edward Elgar, who is well known for his classical music, was the one who penned the world’s first football chant.

Elgar, who composed ‘Land of Hope and Glory’, composed ‘He Banged The Leather for Goal’ more than 100 years ago in honour of his beloved Wolverhampton … Original source on Gaea Times at : Sir Edward Elgar penned world’s first football chant.

15-year-old becomes Britain’s youngest cricket umpire

LONDON – A British teenager has become the youngest qualified cricket umpire of the country.

Ethan Peel has earned his place in the history books at the age of 15, reports the Daily Star.

Peel has been studying for a BTEC Intermediate certificate in cricket …. Read the original article  : 15-year-old becomes Britain’s youngest cricket umpire.

“I should have done better on England tour,” says Pak batsman Azhar Ali

LAHORE – Pakistani batsman Azhar Ali, who scored 291 runs at an average of 26.45 in the recent Test series against Australia and England, feels that he could have done a lot better during the tour.

Azhar’s highest score of 92 not out at The Oval had laid …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : “I should have done better on England tour,” says Pak batsman Azhar Ali.

Around 550 athletes, officials to arrive today for Delhi CWG 2010

NEW DELHI – Around 550 athletes and officials are expected to arrive in Delhi today to participate in the XIX Commonwealth Games 2010 Delhi.

The largest contingent is from South Africa with 113 athletes and officials followed by Scotland with 77 athletes and officials those …. Original article  : Around 550 athletes, officials to arrive today for Delhi CWG 2010.

Euro skipper announces Ryder Cup shocker: Wouldn’t pick Tiger Woods if he had a choice

LONDON – Europe’s Ryder Cup captain Colin Montgomerie has stirred up a storm by claiming he would not select World No.1 Tiger Woods if he had the chance.

The Sun quoted Monty, as saying: “Tiger hasn’t been himself on or off the course …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Euro skipper announces Ryder Cup shocker: Wouldn’t pick Tiger Woods if he had a choice.

Despite title setback in Singapore, Button vows to fight back

SINGAPORE – Despite seeing his title hopes suffer a setback, reigning Formula One champion has vowed to fight to the last race.

Button came a distant fourth in Singapore and dropped to fifth in the standings as Ferrari’s Fernando Alonso made it two wins in a row by holding off … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Despite title setback in Singapore, Button vows to fight back.

Rams RB Jackson, Lions RB Best, Vikings TE Shiancoe all sidelined in Week 3 games

RBs Jackson, Best sidelined by injuries in Week 3

The St. Louis Rams earned their first victory of the season – without Steven Jackson. They hope their star running back is on the field instead of the sideline next week.
Jackson injured his groin on a 2-yard run in the second quarter of the Rams’ 30-16 win …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Rams RB Jackson, Lions RB Best, Vikings TE Shiancoe all sidelined in Week 3 games.

LeBron James attends Dolphins game against Jets

LeBron at Dolphins-Jets game
MIAMI – For LeBron James, it’s still football season.

James will be the star attraction Monday at Miami Heat media day, but he spent Sunday night at the Dolphins’ game against the New York Jets.
James wore a Florida Marlins cap, and the crowd roared when he was shown between plays on the video … Read : LeBron James attends Dolphins game against Jets.

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After Red Sox rally against Rivera, Yankees come back off Papelbon and beat Red Sox 4-3 in 10

Yankees rally to beat Red Sox 4-3 in 10 innings

NEW YORK – On a night when Mariano Rivera and Jonathan Papelbon both failed to hold ninth-inning leads, Juan Miranda drew a bases-loaded walk from Hideki Okajima in the 10th that gave the New York Yankees a dramatic 4-3 win over the Boston Red Sox on … Read more : After Red Sox rally against Rivera, Yankees come back off Papelbon and beat Red Sox 4-3 in 10.

The AP Top 25

The AP Top 25
The Top 25 teams in The Associated Press college football poll, with first-place votes in parentheses, records through Sept. 25, total points based on 25 points for a first-place vote through one point for a 25th-place vote, and previous ranking:

Record
Pts
Pv

1. Alabama (57)
4-0
1,496
1

2. Ohio St. (2)
4-0
1,431
2

3. Boise St. (1)
3-0
1,356
3

4. Oregon
4-0
1,276
5

5. TCU
4-0
1,269
4

6. Nebraska
4-0
1,158
6

7. Florida
4-0
1,132
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8. …. Original article  : The AP Top 25.

Asiad coloured Indian TV, now CWG to spur HDTV

NEW DELHI – If the 1982 Asian Games heralded the colour TV era in India, the Commonwealth Games (CWG) are likely to spur the growth of high definition TV. For national broadcaster Doordarshan (DD) will bring the event in high quality digital format with cameras on land, in water and from helicopters.

For the first time …. Source  : Asiad coloured Indian TV, now CWG to spur HDTV.

Australia bundle out Indian Board President’s-XI for 177 runs

CHANDIGARH – Visitors Australia Monday bundled out the Indian Board President’s XI team for just 177 runs, amassing a lead of 328 runs over the home side on the third and last day of the three-day warm up match between both sides at the Sector 16 cricket stadium here.

Fast bowler Ben Hilfenhaus ran through the …. Original source  : Australia bundle out Indian Board President’s-XI for 177 runs.

Kiwi Commonwealth support staff moves into Delhi Games Village

NEW DELHI – New Zealand support staff’s move into the Commonwealth Games village is being seen as a sign that progress is being made in getting the athletes’ accommodation ready before the event that takes off on October 3 and lasts till October 14.

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Aussie athletes “looking forward” to having good experience in Delhi CWG despite concerns

NEW DELHI – Australia’s first Commonwealth Games athletes, who arrived in Delhi this morning, have said that they have come with an open mind despite security concerns, and added that they were “looking forward” to compete in the event and clarify all doubts regarding the …. Read the original article  : Aussie athletes “looking forward” to having good experience in Delhi CWG despite concerns.

Westwood to thank Woods after handing out Ryder Cup drubbing

LONDON – Lee Westwood aims to thank Tiger Woods for his help by handing the world No1 a Ryder Cup drubbing.

According to the Sun, Westwood, 37, revealed it was Woods who advised him to stop playing to ensure he was fit for this week’s Ryder Cup.

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Scottish athletes describe CW Games village as a ‘pleasant surprise’

NEW DELHI – Scotland athletes, who moved into the Commonwealth Games village in Delhi on Sunday, described the village as a “pleasant surprise” in stark contrast to the dirty beds, flooded rooms and unusable toilets that made the team consider pulling …. Source  : Scottish athletes describe CW Games village as a ‘pleasant surprise’.