Gill gives Village ‘all clean’ chit, Australia issues fresh alert (Afternoon Lead)

NEW DELHI – The Commonwealth Games Village buzzed with activity Wednesday as Sports Minister M.S. Gill and Organising Committee (OC) chief Suresh Kalmadi toured the complex to ensure everything was in order for the visitors, including the more than 1,000 athletes and officials expected to check in by night.

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I’m satisfied with CWG arrangements: Gill

NEW DELHI – Sports Minister M.S. Gill Wednesday said all arrangements for the Commonwealth Games are in place and he is “personally satisfied” with them.

Gill along with Organising Committee chairman Suresh Kalmadi inspected the Commonwealth Games Village in east Delhi and stayed in the campus for about two hours talking with various teams.
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Becks’ hooker reveals intimate details of sex-sessions

LONDON – Irma Nici, the hooker who claims to have bedded David Beckham, has revealed lucid details of her sex sessions with the football star.

In an exclusive interview with In Touch magazine, Bosnian-born Nici, 26, who used to work out of a flat in London’s Paddington as well as in New York, revealed she had …. Source  : Becks’ hooker reveals intimate details of sex-sessions.

Asif Iqbal suggests ICC-PCB-ECB committee to resolve ‘match-fixing’ standoff

ISLAMABAD – Former Pakistan Test and Kent county captain Asif Iqbal has suggested that a three-member committee, involving the International Cricket Council (ICC), Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), and England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), should be constituted to resolve the differences between PCB and its English counterpart.

According to Pakpassion.net, Asif argued that one organisation should … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Asif Iqbal suggests ICC-PCB-ECB committee to resolve ‘match-fixing’ standoff.

Aisam-Bopanna may play against Bryan brothers in fund-raising match for flood victims

KARACHI – The tennis duo comprising India’s Rohan Bopanna and Pakistan’s Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi may get another chance to play against the top-seeded Bryan brothers, this time not for a trophy but to raise funds for millions of people affected …. Source  : Aisam-Bopanna may play against Bryan brothers in fund-raising match for flood victims.

Becks to donate ‘lying’ hooker’s ‘dirty money’ to charity

LONDON – British footballer David Beckham is ready to make the hooker, who claimed to have had an affair with him, pay 16 million pounds in damages, but he will not be keeping any of it.

Becks, 35, will be donating the money hooker Irma Nici pays to the …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Becks to donate ‘lying’ hooker’s ‘dirty money’ to charity.

‘Tired’ Hussey, Bollinger’s ‘chill therapy’ to be fighting fit for Mohali Test

SYDNEY – Doug Bollinger and Mike Hussey, who are tired after participating in the Champions League, want to just chill out in order to prepare themselves for the first India-Australia Test in Chandigarh.

Bollinger and Hussey arrived in Chandigarh on Tuesday at the same time as their Chennai Super Kings teammates and India opponents MS Dhoni, …. Read the original article  : ‘Tired’ Hussey, Bollinger’s ‘chill therapy’ to be fighting fit for Mohali Test.

Pak hockey coach says team “not in position to clinch hockey gold in Delhi Games”

LAHORE – Pakistan hockey coach Michel van den Heuvel has said that he cannot predict a gold medal for his team, as he expects tough competition in the offing in the upcoming Commonwealth Games starting in New Delhi from October 3.

“We are not in a position to win the gold medal at the Commonwealth …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Pak hockey coach says team “not in position to clinch hockey gold in Delhi Games”.

Kiwi cyclist says Delhi not a problem if he can live under kitchen table for 3 months

WELLINGTON – Track cyclist Simon van Velthooven says if he can survive living under a kitchen table for three months, Delhi will be no problem.
With all the talk being about health, safety and security in India, the 21-year-old says he has used his own tactics to build up his immune system.

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Tiger Woods cast in new role of ordinary golfer in a Ryder Cup with extra meaning

Meet the new Tiger Woods, just an ordinary golfer

NEWPORT, Wales – The morning gloom had given way to brilliant sunshine by the time Tiger Woods and Steve Stricker, dressed in matching long sleeve blue shirts and red sweater vests, made their way to the 11th tee at Celtic Manor.
A small group of fans greeted both …. Source  : Tiger Woods cast in new role of ordinary golfer in a Ryder Cup with extra meaning.

Rookie of the year: Who will stand out among all the first-year players at this Ryder Cup?

Who will stand out among Ryder Cup first-timers?

NEWPORT, Wales – Experience has its place. Not necessarily at this Ryder Cup.
Nearly half the field – five Americans and six Europeans – will be making their Ryder Cup debuts at Celtic Manor, meaning there are plenty of contenders for rookie of the year.
How about hard-luck Dustin Johnson? …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Rays clinch playoff spot, but work remains with AL East and best record up for grabs

Rays clinch playoffs but AL East remains in play

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – Securing the second playoff berth in franchise history is just a start for the Tampa Bay Rays.
The AL East title is still on the line, and so is the best record in the league. Both could be critical to getting back to the …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Sabathia gets 21st win as Yankees beat Blue Jays 6-1 to clinch 15th playoff berth in 16 years

CC leads Yankees to 15th playoff berth in 16 years

TORONTO – The New York Yankees staggered up to the finish line. Then, behind a dominant performance from CC Sabathia, they strode across it and into the playoffs.
After that, it was time to party.
The Yankees clinched their 15th postseason berth in the last 16 years and … Original source on Gaea Times at : Sabathia gets 21st win as Yankees beat Blue Jays 6-1 to clinch 15th playoff berth in 16 years.

Jay Bruce’s homer in 9th inning ends 15 years of futility, send Reds to NL Central title

One big swing ends 15 years of futility for Reds

CINCINNATI – An hour later, the Cincinnati Reds’ long overdue party was still going full-spray in the infield.
MVP candidate Joey Votto puffed on a soggy cigar and blew clouds of smoke into the cool night air. Mohawk-adorned outfielder Jonny Gomes traipsed across the grass in a …. Source  : Jay Bruce’s homer in 9th inning ends 15 years of futility, send Reds to NL Central title.

Boxer Akhil desperate to win a gold on home turf

NEW DELHI – Life has turned full circle for Akhil Kumar. Four years ago in Melbourne, he was the first Indian boxer to win gold in the Commonwealth Games, and many believe that his historic feat served as a springboard to the countrys stupendous success in the ring since then, including Vijenders Olympic bronze.

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Oz says pressure will be on British CW team to perform ahead of London Olympics

SYDNEY – Australian chef de mission Steve Moneghetti has said the pressure will be on the British Commonwealth team to perform in Delhi with the 2012 London Olympics not being too far.

Australia …. Source  : Oz says pressure will be on British CW team to perform ahead of London Olympics.

PCB boss Butt reportedly planning to bring back ‘close friend’ Yawar in board

LAHORE – Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Ijaz Butt is reportedly planning to offer former manager Yawar Saeed an important position in the PCB.

According to media reports, the PCB chairman wants to retain Yawar with him in the board, and has started planning in … Read this article on Gaea Times at : PCB boss Butt reportedly planning to bring back ‘close friend’ Yawar in board.

PCB boss Butt still in denial mode over apology to ECB on arrival in London

LONDON – Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Ijaz Butt, who has arrived in England on a four to five day trip, has refused to apologise to the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) for alleging that the English players had thrown the third one-day international at the Oval for an “enormous” amount …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : PCB boss Butt still in denial mode over apology to ECB on arrival in London.

World champion Rickard says majority of Oz swimming team will go to Delhi

SYDNEY – Amid the Australian swimmers concerns over security and health at the Delhi Commonwealth Games, World champion Brenton Rickard has said the majority of the swimming team will board its flight to Delhi later today.

The 100m-breaststroke world champion said [..] Read the original article: here.

‘Delhi CWG terror alert’ not meant to criticise ‘good friends’ Indian govt, citizens: Gillard

CANBERRA – After a fresh alert was issued saying there is a “high risk of a terrorist attack” at the Delhi Commonwealth Games, Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has said that the advice is based on “factual assessment” and is not meant to …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : ‘Delhi CWG terror alert’ not meant to criticise ‘good friends’ Indian govt, citizens: Gillard.