Betting in full flow on whether Woods will hit a tree or kiss a blonde at Masters

WASHINGTON – Brit bettors are putting their money on whether Tiger Woods will hit a tree on his first drive or if he’ll kiss an anonymous blonde before teeing off at the Masters.
Woods is set to make his return to golf next week at Augusta … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Betting in full flow on whether Woods will hit a tree or kiss a blonde at Masters.

Ashley Cole makes his post-split social debut

LONDON – It looks like Ashley Cole is trying to move on after being dumped by his wife, Cheryl.

The football star was out on the town for the first time since his sensational alleged sex-texting cheating scandal.
He made a ‘post-split social debut’ at his brother Matthew’s top-secret birthday party in Essex, [..] Read the original article: here.

PCB revokes three million rupees fine imposed on Afridi

LAHORE – The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has revoked the three million rupees fine slapped on T20 captain Shahid Afridi for his ’shocking’ ball chomping act in Australia.

Earlier, Afridi, who was banned by the International Cricket Council (ICC) for two … Original source on Gaea Times at : PCB revokes three million rupees fine imposed on Afridi.

Tar Heels give NIT title game fresh flavor, Dayton gives it old standby

Tar Heels, Flyers to play for NIT title
NEW YORK – Dayton should be accustomed to playing in the NIT, having done so more than just about any other college basketball program.

It sure is an unfamiliar feeling for North Carolina, though.
The two teams will meet Thursday night at Madison Square Garden, after a pair of semifinal … Original article on : Tar Heels give NIT title game fresh flavor, Dayton gives it old standby.

Retirement Yousuf’s personal decision: PCB

ISLAMABAD – Describing former captain Mohammed Yousuf’s decision to retire from international cricket as his ‘personal’ choice, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has said that it is now up to the selection committee to decide to whether pick him up for future assignments or not.

“Retirement is Yousuf ’s personal decision, it now depends on the …. Read the original article  : here.

Ex Pak greats horrified over PCB’s ‘vindictive’ stance that led to Younis”retirement’

LAHORE – Former Pakistani cricketers have blasted the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for ill-treating prolific middle order batsman Mohammed Yousuf, who had announced his retirement from international cricket in protest against the indefinite ban imposed on him by the board.

Former fast bowler and the current team coach Waqar Younis …. Source article  : Ex Pak greats horrified over PCB’s ‘vindictive’ stance that led to Younis’ ‘retirement’.

Sven’s ‘right time’ arrival to help Ivory Coast ‘win big’ in WC: Drogba

LONDON – Chelsea striker Didier Drogba has welcomed the appointment of former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson as the Ivory Coast coach and predicted he can help them “win big” at this summer’s World Cup in South Africa.

Ivory Coast are in the toughest pool after having been drawn in Group G …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

McLaren needs to improve qualifying pace for crack at title: Hamilton

LONDON – Former Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton has said that the McLaren team needs to beef up their cars in the qualifying rounds for them to have a decent crack at this year’s title.

Hamilton believes that despite McLaren collecting 54 points from the opening two Grand Prix’s to sit second … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : McLaren needs to improve qualifying pace for crack at title: Hamilton.

Tevez dedicated to Manchester City’s fourth-placed finish

LONDON – Manchester City striker Carlos Tevez has turned out to be a lucky charm for the club, as they have never lost a Premier League game when he has scored.

Tevez has scored 25 goals this season, which has left the club just two points behind fourth-placed … Read more : Tevez dedicated to Manchester City’s fourth-placed finish.

Fabregas likely to miss Champions League quarterfinal against Barca

LONDON – Arsenal skipper Cesc Fabregas is likely to miss tonight’s Champions League quarterfinal first leg against Barcelona, as manager Arsene Wenger would avoid gambling on his fitness.
Fabregas had sustained a knee injury during Saturday’s 1-1 Premier League draw against … Read more >>>.

Tevez credits ‘red-hot’ form to fans’ support during family nightmare

LONDON – Manchester City’s ace striker Carlos Tevez credits his good form to fans who supported him during his family nightmare.

The Argentinian, 26, was given compassionate leave last month when his daughter Katie was born prematurely.
Tevez did not play for two-and-a-half weeks while he spent time with his family, …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

I miss Premiership and Premiership misses me: Mourinho

LONDON – Inter Milan boss Jose Mourinho broke his media silence to admit that he still misses the English Premier League.

The ex-Chelsea boss, now at Inter Milan, has staged a press blackout since receiving a three-game touchline ban in Serie A for a … Read this article on Gaea Times at : I miss Premiership and Premiership misses me: Mourinho.

Clarke ‘bouncing back’ after break up with Bingle

MELBOURNE – Australian vice captain Michael Clarke declared today that he is looking for friends to party with in Sydney, giving the first indication of bouncing back from his break up with ex fiancee Lara Bingle.

After winning the test series in New Zealand, Clarke has taken to …. Original article  : Clarke ‘bouncing back’ after break up with Bingle.

Afridi asks PCB to revoke fine slapped on him for ball tampering

KARACHI – Newly appointed Pakistan T20 captain Shahid Afridi has asked the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to review the fine of three million rupees slapped on him for ball tampering during the last one-day international of the five match series in Australia.

Afridi was banned … Original article on : Afridi asks PCB to revoke fine slapped on him for ball tampering.

Ex-Formula One star Coultard urges Hamilton to quickly hire new manager

LONDON – BBC racing circuit pundit and former F1 star David Coulthard has urged 2008 Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton to quickly hire a new manager in the wake of his arrest in Victoria, Australia for violating driving laws.

Hamilton was stopped after performing a wheel-spin for fans in his Mercedes, which was then impounded.
He has … Read more >>>.

Button to fans: ‘Don’t expect repeat of Oz Grand Prix win in Malaysia’

LONDON – Australia Grand Prix 2010 champion Jenson Button has warned his fans not to expect another sensational victory at this Sunday’s Malaysian Grand Prix.

Button, 30, romped home in Australia last weekend and had triumphed in torrential rain in Sepang last year.
“It was a tremendous achievement in Melbourne and it’s given every single member of … Original article on : Button to fans: ‘Don’t expect repeat of Oz Grand Prix win in Malaysia’.

Cricket entering a new era with IPL, mongoose bat, pink ball: Hayden

CHENNAI – Former Australian opener Matthew Hayden believes cricket is entering a new and exciting era with the advent of Twenty20 competitions like the Indian Premier League (IPL), the introduction of the revolutionary long handle-short blade “Mongoose Bat” and the pink cricket ball.

Hayden has caused a stir in the ongoing third edition of the IPL … Read more : Cricket entering a new era with IPL, mongoose bat, pink ball: Hayden.

Fabregas vows to take Arsenal to winner’s podium against Barca

BARCELONA – Arsenal skipper Cesc abregas has vowed to take the Gunners to the winner’s podium in tonight’s Champion League clash against Barcelona, despite fears over his injury.
However, Coach Arsene Wenger has said that he will wait until the last minute before deciding whether Fabregas has recovered enough from right leg and …. Original article  : Fabregas vows to take Arsenal to winner’s podium against Barca.

Roo’s absence won’t stop Man U’s Champions League title quest: Fergie

MUNICH – A defiant Alex Ferguson on Tuesday insisted that Manchester United will win the Champions League even without injured striker Wayne Rooney.

Fergie suffered a double nightmare here as United crashed to Bayern Munich and Rooney limped off with an injured right ankle.
The defeat was an eerie mirror image of United’s famous Champions League final … Read more »».

England has a World Cup nightmare as Rooney injured in Champions League clash

LONDON – England was facing their biggest World Cup nightmare on Tuesday after Wayne Rooney suffered a major injury scare.

The nation’s most important striker limped off in agony as Manchester United were stunned by Bayern Munich in a Champions League cliffhanger.
According to The …. Source  : Gaea News Network.