Kalmadi accepts blame for CWG mess, says venues were handed late

NEW DELHI – Commonwealth Games Organising Commitee (CGOC) chairman Suresh Kalmadi Saturday accepted the blame for the mess surrounding the Commonwealth Games, but pointed fingers towards the government agencies for not delivering the infrastructure on time for the finishing work to be done.

“The role of the Organising Commitee is the conduct of the Games. I … Read more : Kalmadi accepts blame for CWG mess, says venues were handed late.

A wake-up call for Furyk: Still in the hunt for the big prize

Furyk, Donald tied for lead at East Lake
ATLANTA – This should serve as a wake-up call for Jim Furyk: He’s tied for the lead at the Tour Championship, and very much in the hunt for the $10 million FedEx Cup prize.

Furyk played bogey-free on the back nine at East Lake for a 5-under 65 on …. Source  : A wake-up call for Furyk: Still in the hunt for the big prize.

After year of turmoil, USOC leaders feel they’re on way to getting things back on track

A year later, USOC paints a prettier picture

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – After a year of turmoil and one grand humiliation, the leaders of the U.S. Olympic Committee feel they’re on their way toward a key goal: making Olympic stories about athletes on the field, not politics off it.
Chairman Larry Probst and CEO Scott Blackmun spoke … Read : After year of turmoil, USOC leaders feel they’re on way to getting things back on track.

Tigers 10, Twins 1

Tigers 10, Twins 1

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Work done but more needed at CWG village: Fennell

NEW DELHI – Commonwealth Games Federation chief Mike Fennell said Saturday that “considerable” work has been done in the Commonwealth Games Village, but some concerns relating to cleanliness remained. He praised the food for the athletes as “excellent”.

“Considerable amount of work has been done, but there are concerns which remain, mainly related to cleanliness,” Fennell … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Work done but more needed at CWG village: Fennell.

Hamilton says ridiculous ‘Singapore Sling’ chicane, an accident waiting to happen

MARINA BAY – British Formula One ace Lewis Hamilton fears that there could be a ‘nasty’ accident in Sunday’s Singapore Grand Prix.

Several tweaks have been made to the Marina Bay circuit for this year’s race, with the ‘Singapore Sling’ chicane modified as it had been a cause of concern for drivers over the past years.

“The … Read : Hamilton says ridiculous ‘Singapore Sling’ chicane, an accident waiting to happen.

Despite INTs on consecutive passes, trailing early in 2nd half, No. 4 TCU outlasts SMU 41-24

Despite Dalton’s INTs, No. 4 TCU outlasts SMU

DALLAS – Andy Dalton bounced back from interceptions on consecutive throws by leading three straight touchdown drives, lifting No. 4 TCU to a 41-24 victory over longtime rival SMU on Friday night.
Playing on the road for the first time this season, the Horned Frogs were in a bit …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Despite INTs on consecutive passes, trailing early in 2nd half, No. 4 TCU outlasts SMU 41-24.

Dunn hits 2 homers, Harris goes inside the park as Nats win fourth straight, 8-3 over Braves

Dunn’s 2 homers lead Nats over Braves
WASHINGTON – Adam Dunn hit two home runs and drove in five runs, Willie Harris hit an inside-the-park homer and Jordan Zimmermann won his first game in 15 months as the Washington Nationals sent the reeling Atlanta Braves to their fourth straight defeat, 8-3 on Friday night.

The Braves, who … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Dunn hits 2 homers, Harris goes inside the park as Nats win fourth straight, 8-3 over Braves.

Australia begin India tour with warm-up match

CHANDIGARH – The visiting Australian cricket team officially started their tour of India with a warm-up three-day match against the Board President’s XI team at the picturesque Sector 16 stadium here Saturday.

The Australian side, led by Ricky Ponting, opted to bat first in the warm-up game after winning the toss.
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Scotland ‘delighted’ to be cleared for Delhi CWG trip despite ‘challenges’

LONDON – Scotland’s Commonwealth Games squad will arrive in New Delhi on Sunday.

A party of 41 athletes and staff had delayed their departure on Tuesday after complaints about the athletes’ village conditions.

The Scottish team is traveling in groups, and those due to arrive tomorrow are from archery, lawn bowls, shooting, tennis and weightlifting.

Commonwealth Games Scotland … Read : Scotland ‘delighted’ to be cleared for Delhi CWG trip despite ‘challenges’.

Mancini expects champions Chelsea to easily retain Premier League title

LONDON – Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini has predicted that Chelsea would “easily” retain their Premier League title.

Mancini’s prediction came ahead of the their clash at Eastlands on Saturday.

“Chelsea are the best team in the Premier League at the moment. They are probably going to win the Premier League title easily,” The BBC quoted Mancini, … Original source on Gaea Times at : Mancini expects champions Chelsea to easily retain Premier League title.

Aussie fans keen to travel to Delhi for CWG despite chaos

MELBOURNE – It seems threats of terrorism or stadium construction woes aren’t enough to stop adventurous Australians from heading to Delhi for the XIXth Commonwealth Games.

Travel agencies yesterday reported no cancellations on return flights to India.

Fox Sports quoted a Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade spokeswoman, as saying that over 1000 Australians travelling to …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Aussie fans keen to travel to Delhi for CWG despite chaos.

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Red Sox 10, Yankees 8

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Beckett, Red Sox hold off Yankees 10-8 to knock New York out of first place in AL East

Red Sox hold off Yanks 10-8, knock NY out of first

NEW YORK – Andy Pettitte was chased early, ineffective in his second start since being activated from the disabled list, and the Boston Red Sox held off New York 10-8 Friday night to knock the Yankees out of first place in the AL East.
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Willy Aybar has 2 RBIs, Rafael Soriano gets team record 44th save and Tampa Bay beats Seattle

Aybar, Soriano spark Rays’ 5-3 win
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – Willy Aybar drove in two runs, Rafael Soriano set a team record with his 44th save of the season and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Seattle Mariners 5-3 on Friday night.

Tampa Bay reduced its magic number to three to clinch the franchise’s second playoff berth … Original article on : Willy Aybar has 2 RBIs, Rafael Soriano gets team record 44th save and Tampa Bay beats Seattle.

PCB may sue Trott for altercation with Riaz in tit-for-tat response to ECB Butt threat

LONDON – The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is reportedly considering legal action against England batsman Jonathan Trott for allegedly calling Pakistan fast bowler Wahab Riaz “a match-fixer”.

The incident occurred ahead of Monday’s fourth ODI at Lord’s, when the two players clashed in the nets and had to be separated by England batting coach Graham Gooch.

The … Read this article on Gaea Times at : PCB may sue Trott for altercation with Riaz in tit-for-tat response to ECB Butt threat.

Katich, Clarke to be surprise spin duo weapon during India series

CHANDIGARH – Australian batsmen Simon Katich and Michael Clarke are likely to take on spinners role along with Nathan Hauritz when they play India in the first Test at Mohali from next week.

The objective of this exercise appears to be to ensure team balance not only for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series, but also for … Original article on : Katich, Clarke to be surprise spin duo weapon during India series.

Blue Jays 6, Orioles 4

Blue Jays 6, Orioles 4

Baltimore

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Bizarre Nailympics in Britain see manicurists battle it out for medals

LONDON – Britain plays host to what could be called as a nail-biting competition for the last six years-the Nailympics- the self-styled ‘Olympic Games of fake nails’, where nail artists and manicurists from around the world gather to showcase their skills in various categories.

Some 354 competitors from 24 countries participated in the 2010 Nailympics, where …. Read the original article  : here.

Wayne Rooney’s hooker ‘to tell all about her romp on TV’

LONDON – Wayne Rooney’s hooker Jenny Thompson has promised telly bosses to reveal all about her romp with the soccer ace if they put her on ‘I’m a Celebrity’.

Jenny, 21 – who romped with the Man United ace while his wife Coleen was pregnant – has told pals she is desperate to be on TV.

And … Read more : Wayne Rooney’s hooker ‘to tell all about her romp on TV’.