‘Carjacked’ wife’s ordeal fails to avert Joe Cole’s driving ban

LONDON – In an attempt to escape a driving ban, England and Liverpool midfielder Joe Cole has revealed that his wife Carly had been left ’severely traumatized’ after being carjacked outside their townhouse in Chelsea.

The carjacking was revealed in Staines Magistrates’ Court, … Original source on Gaea Times at : ‘Carjacked’ wife’s ordeal fails to avert Joe Cole’s driving ban.

Nationals’ efforts to protect rookie Stephen Strasburg couldn’t prevent Tommy John surgery

Nationals’ efforts couldn’t stop Strasburg injury

WASHINGTON – All the protective bubble wrap in the baseball world couldn’t protect Stephen Strasburg from the devastating setback known as Tommy John surgery.
The Washington Nationals did all they could to slowly bring along their prized rookie and his invaluable right arm – limiting his pitch count and removing him …. Source article  : Nationals’ efforts to protect rookie Stephen Strasburg couldn’t prevent Tommy John surgery.

Pakistani motor racing star disappointed over visa denial by India

LAHORE – Pakistani motor racing star Adnan Sarwar has expressed disappointment over missing the National Racing Championship, scheduled to be held in Coimbatore on August 29 (Sunday), after he was denied a visa.

“I have been representing the country in motor racing circuit all over the world and it is the first time in my career … Read more >>.

Pak team manager Yawar Saeed wants to quit after England tour

KARACHI – Pakistan cricket team manager Yawar Saeed has decided to quit from the post after the ongoing series against England.

Saeed said he has served the team for a long period, and now wants to do something different.

“I think after 26 years in this field and managing so many teams and undertaking so many … Read more >>.

Watson snubs possibilities of his ‘Hayden-Langer man love’ with Katich

SYDNEY – Australian all-rounder Shane Watson has said that people would not see any man love between him and his opening partner Simon Katich, like former opening pair Matt Hayden and Justin Langer had.

Hayden and Langer were seen giving warm hugs and cheeky kisses on way to becoming Australia’s greatest Test … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Watson snubs possibilities of his ‘Hayden-Langer man love’ with Katich.

IPL helped in creating harmony among international cricketers: Jayawardene

Dambulla (Sri Lanka). – Sri Lankan vice-captain Mahela Jayawardene believes that the Indian Premier League (IPL) has given an opportunity to international cricketers to get to know each other better creating harmony among them.

“It (IPL) has opened doors for harmony among the players. In the IPL, you get to know other foreign players better. We …. Read the original article  : here.

Waqar ‘miffed’ over Malik’s omission from ODI squad for series against England

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan’s head coach Waqar Younis is reportedly upset over the selection panel’s decision to axe all rounder Shoaib Malik from the one-day squad which would take on England in the five match series starting September 10.

Sources close to the team revealed that Waqar had an altercation with both ODI and T20 skipper … Read more >>.

Tiger Woods putts all over the holes to land in a hole in Barclays Classic

PARAMUS – World No.1 golfer Tiger Woods has failed to follow up on his season-best round, and faded to four shots off the lead after round two of The Barclays Classic at the Ridgewood Country Club in New Jersey.

Woods’ six-under first round of 65 had given him the lead, but he lost …. Original article  : Tiger Woods putts all over the holes to land in a hole in Barclays Classic.

Serena Williams sparks ‘nose job’ rumours

LONDON – Serena Williams sparked speculations that she has got a nose job done when she turned up at a magazine cover party.

The tennis champion revealed a remarkably fresh-faced look that provoked assumption that she may have succumbed to the surgeon’s knife, reports the Daily Mail.

Williams showed off her most glamorous look …. Source article  : Serena Williams sparks ‘nose job’ rumours.

Jamaica’s Bolt is fast, loose and wants to play professional football

LONDON – Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt may hold the best time for a runner in the 100 meters and 200 meters dash, but he fancies turning his hand to professional football.

At six feet five inches, Bolt recalling his childhood in the small rural town of Trelawny, said that his mother always felt something was wrong … Read : Jamaica’s Bolt is fast, loose and wants to play professional football.

Kasen Williams Commits To University Of Washington

SAMMAMISH (GaeaTimes.com)- Kasen Williams, an all-state wide receiver declared on Friday that he has decided to stay back in Washington to play for the University of Washington next season. Kasen Williams announced his decision in front of a large crowd at Skyline High. The wide receiver maintained that he decided to join the …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Kasen Williams Commits To University Of Washington.

Murray ready to play fantasy tennis at US Open

NEW YORK – Buoyed by back-to-back wins over Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal in Toronto two weeks ago, British tennis champion Andy Murray is looking forward to snaring his first Grand Slam at this year’s US Open beginning next week.

He also appears far more concerned about the poor form of his Dream Team … Read : Murray ready to play fantasy tennis at US Open.

Terrible trio Hayden, McGrath and Symonds were umpires’ worst nightmare: Koertzen

SYDNEY – Retired South African umpire Rudi Koertzen has identified former Australia players Matthew Hayden, Glenn McGrath and Andrew Symonds as the most difficult players in world cricket.

When asked who was the toughest bowler he had to umpire to, Koertzen, who stood in 108 Tests between 1992 and 2010, said: “Glenn McGrath, because of the … Read more >>.

Stuart ecstatic for being first Broad on Lord’s honours board

LONDON – England bowler Stuart Broad could not resist having a dig at father Chris after his maiden Test century helped his team recover in the final Test against Pakistan at Lord’s.

England was deep in trouble at 102-7 on the second day when Broad came to the crease.

However, Broad’s gutsy unbeaten 125 and … Read more »»».

Former WWE star ‘Luna’ dead

FLORIDA – Former WWE superstar Gertrude “Luna” Vachon died on Friday morning in Florida. She was 48.

Luna wrestled for the WWE from 1993 to 2000 … and had gained notoriety as Bam Bam Bigelow’s “main squeeze,” TMZ Sports reports

According to law enforcement sources, her mother discovered Luna’s body around 10 a.m. Friday morning.

The authorities … Original source on Gaea Times at : Former WWE star ‘Luna’ dead.

Benaud’s former childhood home to be razed

SYDNEY – New South Wales authorities have decided to raze the former childhood home of cricket legend Richie Benaud after four days of discussion on whether it should or should not be treated as a heritage site.

NSW Planning Minister Tony Kelly has rejected Parramatta City Council plea for an interim heritage order to protect the …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Benaud’s former childhood home to be razed.

Phillies 3, Padres 2, 12 innings,

Phillies 3, Padres 2, 12 innings,

Philadelphia

San Diego

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Lidge’s balk forces Phillies to go extras before beating Padres 3-2 on Rollins’ super slide

Lidge’s balk forces Phillies to go extras for win

SAN DIEGO – Jimmy Rollins thought he was all but out as he was racing toward a close play at the plate.
Turns out he was safe, thanks to his super slide that lifted the Philadelphia Phillies to a 3-2 win over the NL West-leading San Diego Padres …. Original article  : Lidge’s balk forces Phillies to go extras before beating Padres 3-2 on Rollins’ super slide.

Gertrude “Luna” Vachon Dies Aged 48

LAS VEGAS (GaeaTimes.com)- On Friday, former World Wrestling Entertainment wrestler Gertrude “Luna” Vachon breathed her last aged 48. The news of the death of the former wrestler was confirmed to media sources both by her close friends and family members and by the World Wrestling Entertainment organization that issued a statement declaring the … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Gertrude “Luna” Vachon Dies Aged 48.

Twins 6, Mariners 3

Twins 6, Mariners 3

Minnesota

Seattle

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