Spain bulls gore 2 in scary Pamplona run, 5 more injured on fiesta’s 2nd day

Spain bulls gore 2 in scary run, 5 more injured

PAMPLONA, Spain – Two people were gored Thursday during a tense and dangerous second running of the bulls at Spain’s famed San Fermin fiesta, and at least five other people were hospitalized after falling or being trampled by the hulking beasts, officials said.
Thousands took part in … Read more >>.

Spanish media full of praise for Del Bosque’s heroes

MADRID – The Spanish media was euphoric over coach Vicente del Bosque’s team Thursday after they reached a first World Cup final, outplaying Germany 1-0.

The impressive win was front-page news in every Spanish newspaper Thursday, with the headlines expressing admiration for the way that La Roja dominated the semi-final in Durban Thursday from start to …. Source article  : Spanish media full of praise for Del Bosque’s heroes.

D.E.L.H.I. spells hospitality by volunteers for Games (Commonwealth Games Countdown)

(Attn Editors: This is the ninth of the 100-day countdown series for the 19th Commonwealth Games in New Delhi. The piece is about how the Games have brought out the spirit of volunteering like never before.)NEW DELHI – D for Diversity, E for Enterprising, L for Legacy, H for History and I for Incredible India-this …. Original article  : D.E.L.H.I. spells hospitality by volunteers for Games (Commonwealth Games Countdown).

Former Oz stripper to open Youth Olympic Games in Singapore

MELBOURNE – A former Sydney stripper is set to put pole dancing on to the world stage after being picked to choreograph part of the opening ceremony for the Youth Olympic Games in Singapore next month.

“Bobbi”, who owns Bobbi’s Pole Studios, said she never imagined she could make an international career out of exotic …. Source article  : Former Oz stripper to open Youth Olympic Games in Singapore.

Ballack should quit as Germany played better without him: Matthaus

CAPE TOWN – German football legend Lothar Matthaus has said that injured skipper Michael Ballack should consider quitting international football.

Matthaus’s comments comes after an ‘inexperienced’ German squad reached the semi-finals of this year’s FIFA World Cup in South Africa before being eliminated by Spain.

“Germany have played better without Ballack and have had more success. … Read more : Ballack should quit as Germany played better without him: Matthaus.

Van Persie keen to emulate Maradona’s 1986 WC glory celebrations

CAPE TOWN – Netherlands forward Robin van Persie has said his ultimate dream is to emulate boyhood hero Diego Maradona’s way of lifting the World Cup trophy in 1986.

Van Persie also has a photograph of Maradona holding the trophy, which will serve as his inspiration ahead of Sunday’s World Cup final against Spain at … Original source on Gaea Times at : Van Persie keen to emulate Maradona’s 1986 WC glory celebrations.

Afridi asks team for more consistency to make winning a habit

ISLAMABAD – After pocketing the T-20 series against Australia 2-0, Pakistan skipper Shahid Afridi has demanded more consistency from his team, saying it was important to make winning a habit to remain in the top league.

“The key is for us to develop a habit of winning matches more regularly and consistently like other top …. Source article  : Afridi asks team for more consistency to make winning a habit.

Back-to-back T20 wins over Aussies will help Pak in Tests: Waqar

BIRMINGHAM – Pakistan’s morale boosting 2-0 win over Australia in the T20 series has delighted coach Waqar Younis, who believes the two back-to-back victories against the formidable Kangaroos would certainly help his side in the upcoming Test series.

“I think these two wins are really going to help us to get into the momentum. Test … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Back-to-back T20 wins over Aussies will help Pak in Tests: Waqar.

Iranian official rejects female football team’s headgear

TEHRAN – An Iranian official has rejected a new women’s football strip which was created after the world football federation banned the team from international competition due to their Islamic headgear.

Football’s world-governing body FIFA banned the team in April after the Iranian Olympic Committee insisted they play in headscarves.

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Spanish coach already focused on World Cup final against Netherlands

DURBAN – Spanish coach Vicente Del Bosque has said that nothing beats reaching the World Cup final, “apart from winning it”.

Spain booked a place in their first World Cup final by defeating three-time winners Germany 1-0 in Wednesday’s semi-finals.

Carles Puyol’s header in the 73rd minute set up an all-European final showdown with the Netherlands …. Source article  : Spanish coach already focused on World Cup final against Netherlands.

Flintoff on comeback trail with schoolboy club

LONDON – England all-rounder Andrew Flintoff, who continues his rehabilitation from knee surgery, has been given the green light to play for the club he first joined as a 12-year-old.

Flintoff had earlier requested to turn out for the Northern League club side St Annes.

“Fred has seen his consultant and is about six …. Original article  : Flintoff on comeback trail with schoolboy club.

McLaren ‘love-in’ between Hamilton and Button will turn sour: Webber

LONDON – Red Bull racing driver Mark Webber reckons the ‘friendly relations’ between McLaren teammates Lewis Hamilton and Jenson Button will end up messy when the Formula One title fight heats up.

The McLaren duo have so far developed a solid relationship in the wake of Button’s entry into the team, despite many suggesting his …. Source article  : McLaren ‘love-in’ between Hamilton and Button will turn sour: Webber.

Pakistan should not get carried away by T20 triumph over Oz, say former greats

KARACHI – Pakistan should not get carried away by their T20 series sweep over Australia, as Ricky Ponting’s men would be a hard nut to crack during the upcoming Test series, former Pakistan cricketers have said.
Former leg-spinner Abdul Qadir said the 2-0 win in the T20 series was great, but it should …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Pakistan should not get carried away by T20 triumph over Oz, say former greats.

John Terry’s ‘mistress’ Vanessa Perroncel insists she’s no gold digger

LONDON – French lingerie model Vanessa Perroncel, whose rumoured affair with soccer star John Terry cost him the England captaincy, has spoken out in her defence.

Vanessa has denied claims that she slept with Terry behind the back of her ex Wayne Bridge.

“He was my friend. I’d known him for eight years. I split up …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : John Terry’s ‘mistress’ Vanessa Perroncel insists she’s no gold digger.

Muralitharan does not deserve ‘highest wicket-taker’ record, Warne does: Emerson

SYDNEY – The Australian umpire, who called off-spinner Muttiah Muralitharan for chucking, does not believe that the Sri Lankan deserves to retire as the most prolific Test wicket-taker of all time.

“I haven’t changed my view in 15 years – he doesn’t deserve the record,” The Courier Mail quoted Ross Emerson, as saying.

Emerson was banished from …. Read the original article  : Muralitharan does not deserve ‘highest wicket-taker’ record, Warne does: Emerson.

Australia prepared for Test series against Pakistan: Nielsen

LONDON – Australian coach Tim Nielsen has said there was no point moaning about limited preparation time for the Test series against Pakistan.
Australia will play a two-day tour match against Derbyshire before next week’s opening Test at Lord’s against Pakistan.
“It is going to have to (be enough time), that is … Read : Australia prepared for Test series against Pakistan: Nielsen.

Cristiano names his son after himself

LONDON – Dashing Portugal footballer Cristiano Ronaldo has named his son, reportedly born from a surrogate mother, after himself, said a family member.

The senior Ronaldo is currently on a holiday in the US with his Russian model girlfriend Irina Shayk after leaving his son with his mother and sister.
“The baby is doing very … Read more »»».

Williams Blames Common For Lack Of Relationship ‘responsibility’

Tennis champ SERENA WILLIAMS has broken her silence about her romance with COMMON, blaming the rapper/actor for the break-up of their relationship.
The couple was rumoured to have ended its two-year relationship in April (10) and the hip-hop star recently confirmed he was no longer dating Williams by insisting he was “definitely … Read more »».

Jermaine o Neal Contract with the Boston Celtics?

BOSTON (GaeaTimes.com) — While Lebron James is rumored as joining Knicks, Jermaine o Neal is not missed. According to Yahoo Sports, the basketball star is signing a deal with the Celtics.
Well, you must know that there are other two teams playing the tag of war to pull O’Neal at their end. Denver and Dallas … Read : Jermaine o Neal Contract with the Boston Celtics?.

Lance Armstrong banks on experience, mental strength as he tries to rally at Tour

Armstrong banks on experience to cut Tour gap

REIMS, France – After enduring early bad luck in his bid for an eighth Tour de France title, Lance Armstrong is now banking on experience and mental strength.
He knows that fortunes can change quickly in cycling’s toughest event.
One day after a punctured tire cost him valuable time to … Read : Lance Armstrong banks on experience, mental strength as he tries to rally at Tour.