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		May 18, 2013 Emotional Nadal reaches Rome final Wrestling makes drastic changes to please IOC Anand loses to Hao, finishes fourth in Norway Chess Serena extends winning streak to reach Rome final Gowda, Luka disappoint in Shanghai Diamond League Meeting India women win bronze in archery World Cup in Shanghai Ferguson criticises City for Mancini sacking Nanao, Dilbag enter medal rounds of Russian boxing event Retiring Ferguson seeks anything but a quiet life Atletico stun Real to win their 10th King's Cup Berdych stuns Djokovic to enter Rome Masters semis May 17, 2013 Rome Masters: Bhupathi-Bopanna advance, Paes-Melzer out Indian challenge ends at World TT championship David Beckham bows out on a high Reaction to England soccer hero Beckham's retirement David Beckham: Modern English football's great son Rome Masters: Nadal survives Gulbis scare, Williams advances May 16, 2013 Beckham to retire end of season Anand beats Radjabov, placed joint-third Maradona clashes with reporters on return to Buenos Aires Sania-Bethanie advance to Rome quarters Italian Open: Janowicz stuns Tsonga, Murray injured Monfils, Razzano get French Open wild cards Late Ivanovic goal wins Europa League for Chelsea May 15, 2013 Chidi's 'trick' puts East Bengal in AFC Cup QF 'Honda to return to F1 in 2015 with McLaren' Hope IOC assists India to return to Olympic fold: Jitendra Roadmap being drawn for India's return to Olympic fold Soumyajit makes the cut at World Table Tennis Championships Rio Ferdinand quits international soccer Confederations Cup: Brazil's Kaka, Ronaldinho get axe Chelsea's Terry, Hazard unlikely for Europa League final Unlikely allies Iran, Russia, U.S. join hands to save wrestling Norway Chess: Another draw for Anand, slips to joint 5th Blatter slams Italian soccer for inadequate fine over Roma racism EPL PIX: Wigan relegated after loss at Arsenal; City win Rome Masters: Serena slays Robson; Djokovic, Federer cruise Big-spending PSG prove money can buy success May 14, 2013 Boxers suffer as IBF upsets AIBA again Bayern's Heynckes to end Bundesliga coaching career Singapore's Ng Ser Miang set to make IOC presidency bid Drogba points out some home truths to banana-waving fan OCA urges IOC to meet only Sports Ministry delegation The highs and lows of Mancini's reign at City Anand held by Svidler at Norway Chess Roma fined 50,000 euros for fans' racist behaviour Violence mars Paris St Germain's title celebrations Winning Grand Prix at 17 has given Sindhu strong base EPL: Arsenal face 'huge' game against Wigan Roberto Mancini sacked as Manchester City manager May 13, 2013 PSG turn down Real Madrid move for Ancelotti Robson thrashes Venus to meet Serena next Tomic father's Madrid hearing suspended until October Bayern cannot just brush past us, says Dortmund's Klopp Russia drops visa requirements for major sporting events Abhinav Bindra recommended for Bharat Ratna Alonso has best chance yet with Ferrari Blatter 'appalled' by racism at Milan-Roma game Indian Olympic Association delegates gear up for crucial IOC joint meeting No agreement with Manchester City, says Pellegrini EPL: City to dismiss Mancini and bring in Pellegrini? It's official: Sharapova confirms Dimitrov romance Messi could be sidelined again after injury relapse Captain Messi leads Barca to another La Liga title United's Rooney has asked for a transfer: Ferguson PHOTOS: Tennis ace Sania Mirza's Roman holiday PHOTOS: Tiger Woods nearing dominance with Players win Serena's 50th rounds up the 'top 10' May 12, 2013 I-League: East Bengal sign off on losing note Six Alex Ferguson's farewell speech Ferguson gets win in emotional final game at Old Trafford Di Resta earns six points for Force India Alonso records super win at home Grand Prix Nadal thumps Wawrinka to claim Madrid Open title Adebayor strike keeps Spurs in Champions League race A look at Barcelona's La Liga history Asian GP: Indian athletes clinch 12 medals in 3rd leg Distracted Garcia fumes at Woods after losing lead Barca claim La Liga title after Real draw at Espanyol F1: Alonso turns up the heat with Spanish win Serena overpowers Sharapova in Madrid, claims 50th title Referees feared Ferguson, says Redknapp Wigan boss Martinez 'fancies' succeeding Moyes at Everton Turkish Open: India's Nicollet slips to 38th after third round West Ham manager Allardyce signs new two-year deal WFI withdraws six medallists from jr C'ship suspecting dope FA Cup upset could shape futures of Mancini and Martinez United's Scholes to retire at end of season Late Watson goal gives Wigan FA Cup triumph over Man City May 11, 2013 Two-Goal Lampard breaks record as Chelsea triumph Massa and Gutierrez handed grid penalties PIX: Bayern lift Bundesliga trophy Nadal crushes Andujar to reach Madrid final I-League: Pune FC seal 2nd spot; down Arrows 2-0 Two-goal Lampard breaks record as Chelsea win at Villa Madrid WTA: Serena to face Sharapova in the final Rosberg leads Mercedes lockout with Spanish pole Shrestha wins Surya Nepal Masters after Abhijit falters Randhir, Malhotra remain adamant on pullout from IOC-IOA meet I wasn't planning on leaving Everton: Moyes Anand crushes Topalov, moves to joint second Bhupathi-Bopanna lose at Madrid Masters Divij, Purav bow out of Kunming Challenger Murray exits, Nadal battles past Ferrer in Madrid May 10, 2013 Commonwealth TT: India finish with 2 silver, 7 bronze Everton warn media: Don't ask Moyes about United job Mourinho return would be great for Chelsea, says Lampard Moyes receives death threats from Man United, Everton fans Is Lee Si-young too pretty to box? British sailing champ dies as boat capsizes off San Francisco STUNNING Sports Photos of the day! Di Resta claims Force India can challenge Mercedes for F1 C'ship A glimpse at the career of new Man United manager Moyes Norway Chess: Anand holds Carlsen Tennis: Mixed fortunes for Indians at Madrid Open Alex Ferguson's most memorable QUOTES Reliable Moyes trusted with keys to United machine May 09, 2013 Federer upset by Nishikori in Madrid third round CWG TT: Indians shine; Mouma bags mixed doubles silver Moyes replaces Ferguson at Manchester United Relaxed Serena through to last eight in Madrid China's Lin Dan awarded World Championship wild card Malhotra's presence does not matter too much: Sports Ministry Beckham pays tribute to 'father figure' Ferguson Malhotra, Randhir pull out of IOC meet Sania-Bethanie knocked out of Madrid Open Atletico beat Celta, make Champions League return Suarez spared for alleged punch in World Cup qualifier Divij, Purav in China Challenger semis Nadal checks Paire to advance in Madrid Napoli book Champions League spot, Juve interrupted La Liga: Real thump Malaga, delay Barca title Ferguson's best and worst signings at Uniited Golfer Singh sues PGA Tour over doping case Norway Chess: Anand held by Aronian Moyes meets Everton chairman as United move looms Sigurdsson strike helps Spurs hold Chelsea Alex Ferguson's managerial career in PICTURES United to ensure no repeat of post-Busby decline May 08, 2013 Indian men settle for Commonwealth TT silver 'Hot' Azarenka knocked out of Madrid Open Punjab cops' plea to test Vijender dismissed Will Moyes or Mourinho replace Ferguson at United? Sir Alex's glittering managerial career 'Thank You, Sir Alex!' Ferguson steps down as Manchester United manager NBA: Knicks beat Pacers to level series at 1-1 Madrid Open: Dimitrov packs off Djokovic Both sides of Atlantic braced as Fergie rumours snowball Is Sir Alex Ferguson poised to call it quits? May 07, 2013 Mint-green Federer looking sharp on competitive return Churchill Brothers crowned I-League champions 'FIDE suggested sharing WC match with Norway; India refused' Raghunath, Sunil score in India's 2-0 win over Netherlands Badminton players to get two challenges per match Serena makes serene progress into Madrid third round Sania-Bethanie in second round of Madrid Open Commonwealth TT: Indian men in final BEST Sports photos of the week Pacquiao returns to the ring to take on Rios in Macau Robson, Suarez Navarro pull off upset wins in Madrid O'Shea rescues point to ease Sunderland relegation fears Controversy a constant companion for Tomics May 06, 2013 India assured of two medals at Commonwealth TT Ch'ship Carlsen slams decision to pick Chennai for WC final It feels good to be back in form: Neha Aggarwal Tomic's father to appear in court after attack New gold-plated trophy for I-League champs Indian shooting coach denied US visa NBA legend Michael Jordan and Yvette Prieto say 'I do' NBA: LeBron James named Most Valuable Player PHOTOS: Chelsea sink champions United with late own goal Sluggish Serena begins Madrid defence with laboured win Juve win title, Klose scores five for Lazio May 05, 2013 Chelsea sink champions United with late Mata goal Everton's European hopes fade after Liverpool draw Anand to play World Championship match in Chennai Indian paddlers enter Rd 2 of Commonwealth TT Mayweather cruises to points win on ring return Evert hurt by Connors' revelations of 'private matter' Real victory delays Barca title another week My heart is young, says bridegroom to be Di Stefano Venus Williams pulls out of Madrid with back problem Chitfund bust spells trouble for football 'I have been exploited in 'tragic' season at QPR' May 04, 2013 Dempo hold East Bengal to a 2-2 draw Bale strikes to boost Spurs' Champions League bid Nadal will not get higher seeding: French Open chief HI recommends Sardar for Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna award Sensational Sindhu bags Malaysia GP title Divij-Raja end runners-up in Johannesburg Challenger Bayern leave four top players out of Dortmund clash May 03, 2013 ATP chief Drewett dies aged 54 Govt won't go to IOC meet unless there's consensus: Ministry Jeev, Bhullar make cut in China Carvalho hails Batra's exclusion from team for IOC meet Sindhu enters final of Malaysia Grand Prix Promising archer commits suicide at training camp Del Potro ruled out of Madrid Open with virus IOA finalises four-member delegation for IOC meeting India denies visa to Pakistan paddlers Ronaldinho sparks Atletico Libertadores comeback Derrick joins Salgaocar FC as coach No lunch or hugs with Bayern, says Dortmund boss NBA: What next for Lakers after tumultuous season? McIlroy among seven tied for Wells Fargo lead Chelsea rollercoaster ride heading for more glory Blatter drops hint he plans to stay on as FIFA president Europa League: Cardozo fires Benfica into final May 02, 2013 AITA recommends Somdev for Khel Ratna Sindhu in Malaysia GP semis, Gurusaidutt out NBA: Proud Celtics making stand against Knicks Mayweather calm in face of 'woman beater' taunts World bodies back Augusta ruling not to disqualify Woods Sheikh Salman wins AFC presidential election PIX: 'Humbled Barca don't need major shake up' Bayern spurred by final defeat to Chelsea, Heynckes says CL PHOTOS: Now we have to win, says Bayern's Robben Bayern humiliate Barcelona to reach Champions League final May 01, 2013 Vishy Anand draws with Gelfand, finishes third Sindhu, Gurusaidutt advance at Malaysian GP WADA disappointed with Puerto verdict, considers appeal Poonia to take part in Doha leg of Diamond League Vijay Singh cleared of doping charges NRAI files appeal in Delhi High Court Mourinho set for return to Chelsea? Dortmund ready to prove they belong with Europe's elite ITF reject Pakistan appeal over Davis Cup elimination Anand draws with Svidler, rises to joint-second Dortmund survive at Real Madrid to reach final April 30, 2013 East Bengal qualify for AFC Cup knock-out Indian shuttlers have mixed day at Malaysia GP Havelange quits, Blatter cleared of misconduct Anand beats Fressinet, moves to joint-third Tokyo governor apologises for remarks on Muslims, Istanbul Benteke treble leads Villa rout of Sunderland CL Preview: The Rifle offers hope for Barca's mission Don't suffocate who you are, Kobe supports Collins Collins comes out as first gay player in US sports High five for Sharapova: The Russian's successful returns April 29, 2013 Only top 10 F1 teams to get prize money: Ecclestone Sindhu to spearhead Indian challenge at Malaysia GP Jwala likely to have a new mixed doubles partner Ronaldo available for Dortmund clash Birmingham City owner pleads not guilty to money laundering Anand settles for an easy draw against Kramnik BEST Sports Photos of the Week! Chowrasia back in top-20 of Asian Tour Order of Merit Tottenham's Bale named English PFA player of the year Round up: Barca forced to wait; Juve, PSG close in April 28, 2013 Bagan beat Arrows, avoid relegation EPL: Van Persie hogs limelight as Man United hold Arsenal EPL: Reading, QPR relegated Nadal claims eighth Barcelona Open title EPL PHOTOS: Spurs saved by late own goal, Reds slam six Final glory eludes Sania-Bethanie at Stuttgart Sharapova crushes Li Na to retain Stuttgart title Rooney pips Ferdinand to become richest player in EPL Wei, Intanon are India Open badminton champions BAI amends constitution to fall in line with Sports Code Sania-Bethanie enter final of Stuttgart WTA event Barcelona title on hold after draw at Bilbao April 27, 2013 EPL: Late own-goal gives Spurs point at Wigan Rangdajied United FC qualify for I-League 1st division Nadal routs Raonic to close on eighth Barcelona title Sania-Bethanie advance to Stuttgart semis Sindhu top seed at Malaysia GP Gold Badminton Curtains drawn on India's campaign at India Open Suarez accepts 10-game ban, seeks forgiveness April 26, 2013 Korkmaz helps Fenerbahce close in on Europa final berth Europa: Luiz gives Chelsea last gasp win in Basel German teams define consistency in football Leaving their favourite clubs worked for Van Persie & Co. Van Persie will get respect on Arsenal return: Wenger India to host Thomas, Uber Cup finals in 2014 Sindhu, Pawar make it to last four in India Open Liverpool's Suarez accepts 10-match ban Suarez set appalling example: British PM UCI go on the attack after latest accusations by USADA Nadal ousts Paire in rain-delayed Barcelona match Anand beats Ding Liren, rises to sixth April 25, 2013 Vijender welcome to join camp: SAI Saina crashes out in controversial circumstances Schumacher to get back in F1 car for demo run Victory continues to elude Anand Liverpool's Reina says Suarez biting ban is 'absurd' Pirelli to change F1 hard tyres from Spain India Open: Prannoy stuns Hidayat; Sindhu rallies to victory Germany rising as Dortmund sparkle against Real Barcelona Open: Ferrer shocked, Nadal eases through Brazil booed by own fans in 2-2 draw with Chile Mourinho aghast over Real's handling of Lewandowski We are not favourites despite big win, says Dortmund's Klopp CL Photos: Lewandowski fires Dortmund rout of Real April 24, 2013 Suarez gets 10-game ban for biting India Open: Kashyap loses in first round, Saina advances Anand draws with Aronian, placed joint-eighth Is Bayern's Mueller, Messi's nemesis? Suarez accepts bite charge but questions longer ban NBA: Smothering defense carries Knicks past Celtics Armstrong sued by US government over sponsor money Torres mask can't slip in Chelsea's Europa pursuit Two goals should have been ruled out: Barca's Roura Bayern gave us a thrashing: Pique Bayern prove too much for Barcelona CL PHOTOS: Supreme Bayern thrash Barca 4-0 Bayern Munich trounce Barcelona in first leg semi-final April 23, 2013 East Bengal make AFC Cup knock-outs Wimbledon gets 40 per cent prize money boost Evra pokes fun at Suarez, bites into fake arm Ferguson raises bar despite Manchester United's weaknesses Anand held by Vituigov at Alekhine Memorial's 2nd round Internet goes buzzing as Man Utd are crowned Champions! Barca can't ascertain Messi's availability for Bayern match Vinci sends Italy into Fed Cup final Liverpool's Suarez charged with violent conduct Van Persie -- United's Man this season PIX: Van Persie stars as United race to 20th league title Van Persie hat-trick leads Man United to 20th league title April 22, 2013 Virgin Money to sponsor London Marathon to 2017 CL: Similarities abound as Barca-Bayern face off India Open Super Series: Saina starts favourite Liverpool fine Suarez for bite but won't sack him Chauhan wins Asian Junior Boxing event in Kazakhstan The Germans do not always win anymore: Pique Messi fit for Champions League tie vs Bayern British media bite into 'cannibal' Suarez Olympic silver medalist Vijay Kumar gets Padma Shri Adams shocks Anand in Alekhine memorial chess tournament Fangs of fury: Suarez finds new fan in Tyson! Juventus sink Milan, inch towards Serie A title PHOTOS: Team by team analysis of Bahrain Grand Prix EPL: Suarez stings Chelsea, City collapse at Spurs Marquez becomes youngest MotoGP winner Atletico beat Sevilla to keep pace with Real Red Bull put woman on podium in F1 first Suarez shows appetite for trouble, bites Chelsea defender April 21, 2013 Churchill on brink of winning I-League Indian grapplers impress in Asian wrestling championships Bahrain GP: Di Resta finishes impressive 4th Title gone but Man Utd not better than City: Mancini Title race almost over as City collapse at Spurs Malaga owner criticises team for 'playing without heart' Djokovic ends Nadal's eight-year Monte Carlo reign Photos: Vettel wins without drama in Bahrain Abidal return gives Barca options in central defence Bahrain stages Formula One race amid protests Sebastian Vettel wins in Bahrain Late Fabregas goal moves Barca closer to title Security, black ribbons for Boston at London Marathon Arsenal win strengthens Champions League hopes April 20, 2013 Nadal to face Djokovic in Monte Carlo final I-League: ONGC held to draw by Mumbai FC Di Resta, Sutil to start 5th, 6th at Bahrain GP Asian Wrestling: Amit wins gold, three other Indian clinch bronze Rosberg takes pole for Mercedes in Bahrain Bahrain GP: Hamilton gets five-place grid penalty Hamilton shouldn't have been in our garage, say McLaren Will the Bahrain F1 race bring us a new winner? London increase 40 per cent more police for marathon April 19, 2013 Iceman Raikkonen fastest in Bahrain heat Man United's Young ruled out for rest of season Mourinho to decide Real Madrid future at end of season Nadal subdues inspired Dimitrov, sets up Tsonga clash Robinho pledges future to AC Milan Badminton: Sindhu knocked out of Asia C'ships Formula One says safe to race in Bahrain Bahrainis protest ahead of F1 Grand Prix Lebanese soccer referees to go on trial June 10 Cavaliers, Pistons fire coaches, Collins resigns EPL: Arsenal's Rosicky still not ready to return to action Barca's Messi returns to training camp April 18, 2013 Paes-Melzer in quarter-finals of Monte Carlo Rana, Sharma miss medals in Asian wrestling Britain's most successful Olympian Hoy retires Sindhu upsets former world No 1 Shixian in Taipei Veteran Wallace announces retirement from NBA Man United can seal title if City lose to Spurs Best paid footballer: Not Messi, Ronaldo; it's Beckham! Bahrain steps up arrests ahead of Sunday's F1 race Murray loses in Monte Carlo, Nadal through Real Madrid top list of most valuable soccer teams Stuttgart to face Bayern Munich in German Cup final Armstrong's samples showed steroids in 1999' Real Madrid dethrone United to become Most Valuable Team Man Utd eke out draw at West Ham to inch closer to title April 17, 2013 I-League: Churchill rally to hold Dempo to 2-2 draw India's joint meeting with IOC postponed Djokovic battles through pain, Nadal finds it easy Kashyap, Sindhu in 2nd round of Badminton Asia Championship Bolt to head cast at London's 'anniversary games' Benitez to continue rotating for Chelsea fixture frenzy Tyres need to be tougher, say team bosses Injured Djokovic to play in Monte Carlo Boston Marathon will return in 2014, say organisers Cardiff get promotion to Premier League after 51 years! Boston bombings will not deter London Marathon PHOTOS: When terror struck the sports world Shaqiri, Gomez steer Bayern to Cup final EPL: Everton force Arsenal to drop points at home Show must go on for city sport events after Boston blasts April 16, 2013 Opening of Brazil's World Cup stadium delayed Pirelli drop soft tyres for Bahrain race Indian runner insists Boston blasts won't stop him Asia C'ship: Sayali fails to qualify for main draw Vijender's dope test negative, says sports ministry Juve charge 11 points clear by beating Lazio Buzz on Internet: 'Sending prayers out for Boston' Boston games postponed after blasts London Marathon security under review after Boston blasts Women lack 'mental aptitude' to race in Formula One Tiger Woods left to reflect on Masters misfortune April 15, 2013 Masters champion Scott leaps to third in rankings EPL: Everton face Arsenal in fight for C League spot Five Mumbai boys to train at Queens Park Rangers Saina preparing hard for tough test at India Open French Open prize money gets $4 million boost Sushil, Yogeshwar to skip Asian championship Former tennis player Srichaphan wants to take up golf Second consecutive win thrills Mahi Racing's co-owners Isner defeats Almagro to claim Houston title Two fans shot dead as World Cup stadium is put to test Inspired Mandanda saves Marseille as PSG move clear Milan scorer Flamini sent off in draw, Inter lose Ronaldo powers Real to victory, Barca also win Scott will win more Majors than any Australian: Norman Scott wins Masters to end Australian heartache Chinese GP: Team-by-team analysis April 14, 2013 Manchester City hold off Chelsea to reach FA Cup final Another victory for Dhoni's Mahi Racing team I-League: Pune FC snap ONGC's home winning streak Sania joins ITPA as Vice President Man United close in on title with easy win over Stoke Webber, Gutierrez handed grid penalties for Bahrain GP Di Resta gets Force India four points, Sutil retires Baseball, softball merge to seek Games return Baptista late show brings cheer back to Malaga Dortmund hit six and Bayern four in easy wins Augusta Masters: Snedeker, Cabrera share lead NBA: Season over for Bryant after achilles surgery No fuel, no wheel, no points for Webber in China Red is the colour as Alonso wins in China Eleven arrests in Millwall end as violence mars FA Cup semis FA Cup: Wigan reach final as Millwall fans fight themselves EPL: Arsenal leapfrog to third after late goals April 13, 2013 I-League: Mohun Bagan edge Air India 3-2 We want agreement with IOA, NSFs before meeting: Sports Secy Augusta Masters: Woods gets two-shot penalty for improper drop Webber to start Chinese GP at back of grid after fuel glitch 'IOA mulls amending constitution in line with Sports Code' Sharath, Shamini bow out of Asian Cup TT Chinese GP: No Force India driver in top-10 in qualifying IOA officials question IOC's move to write to Sports Ministry Tennis: Divij-Purav knocked out of Mexico Challenger Hamilton on pole for Mercedes in China Ba and Bertrand should be back for Chelsea's Wembley trip Day seizes one-shot lead, China prodigy makes cut Betis battle back to draw 3-3 against 10-man Sevilla How Vettel went from hero to villain to superhero April 12, 2013 Indian shuttlers' campaign at New Zealand Open over Champions semis: It's Bayern v Barcelona, Dortmund v Real Madrid FACTBOX Goal-line technology licensed by FIFA Wozniacki plays caddy to boyfriend McIlroy at Augusta! Uruguay back 'persecuted' Suarez Disgraced cyclist Armstrong sells Austin home FIFA probe bad boy Suarez for 'punching' Chile player Augusta Masters: Garcia, Leishman take lead as Tiger lurks PIX: Chelsea, Benfica make Europa League semis; Spurs out Divij-Purav upset Rajeev-Becker to make semis April 11, 2013 Webber didn't deserve to win, declares Vettel After World Cup success Rahi guns for glory at Rio Games Jayaram, Bhat in third round at Auckland England can't win World Cup due to foreign influx: Charlton Tiger and Rory set for Masters title bid Aisam wants to play in Bhupathi's ITPL CL PHOTOS: Nervy Barcelona, Bayern advance to semis Relief for Messi-dependent Barca after PSG fright United refocus on title assault after City blip April 10, 2013 AAI suspension affecting Railways archers' careers Controversial sports code delays India's IOC return Injured Djokovic to make late decision on Monte Carlo Mourinho salutes 'incredible' Galatasaray fans Balotelli banned for three matches after insulting official CL PHOTOS: Dortmund, Real through on night of high drama AFC Cup: Churchill lose to Warriors UEFA plans tougher sanctions to combat racism Divij-Purav make winning start at Mexico Challenger Saina gets top billing at Indian Open April 09, 2013 East Bengal beat Singapore's Tampines Rovers again CL Preview: Juve's Conte cannot afford another selection mishap Malaga coach Pellegrini back for Dortmund quarter-finals CL: Doubts over Messi's fitness keep PSG guessing EPL PHOTOS: Special Aguero goal helps City sink United India will have a player in NBA in five years: Stern April 08, 2013 Sushil, Yogeshwar doubtful for Asian Championship Richard Branson to take off in drag to fulfil F1 bet Businessman charged in referee's sexual bribes case Armstrong team mate Kjaersgaard avoids doping sanctions We are better force now: Mallya Mancini blasts lack of signings and United opponents No medal for Olympics silver medallist Vijay in ISSF World Cup This team can make World Group in 2014: Misra CL: Barca wait on Messi; Real, Bayern smell semis Atletico pair sent off in draw at Getafe Davis Cup: Injured Djokovic leads Serbia past US Serena rebounds to win third Charleston title Serie A: Denis 12-minute hat-trick floors Inter EPL: Torres sparks rally as Chelsea jump above Spurs Will do my best to give back to the game: Somdev April 07, 2013 Fiorentina hold Milan in fight for Champions League place Chhetri, Alemao denied Singapore visa for AFC Cup match ONGC hold Shillong Lajong to 1-1 draw Rupesh crowned Asian Billiards champion EPL: Sigurdsson's late strike rescues Spurs, Reds drop points I-League: Odafe ends Sporting's unbeaten run Australia's Ormsby holds nerve for maiden win, Kapur 4th Davis Cup: Rosol propels Czech Republic into semis Davis Cup: Somdev, Yuki crush Indonesia 5-0 Balotelli fined for smoking in train toilet Jaideep appointed as president of ITPA FACTBOX - Bayern set Bundesliga records South African Clark named junior men's hockey coach Divij-Purav end runners-up at Leon Challenger Russian Serebryakov suspended after positive EPO test Serena crushes Venus in Charleston semis Late Vucinic brace gives Juventus victory Davis Cup: Serbia, Canada eye semis berth after epic wins La Liga: Fabregas, Alexis help Barca maul Mallorca 5-0; Real win EPL PIX: Arsenal eye top-four spot after Rosicky double April 06, 2013 Srinath retains Asian Junior Chess title Paes-Sanam win relegation play-off vs Indonesia I-League: Pailan Arrows beat 10-man Dempo Kapur tied 3rd; Ormsby keeps lead to stay ahead of Lam Davis Cup: Holders Czechs stunned by Kazakhstan Bayern win 22nd Bundesliga title in record time EPL: Rosicky brace lifts Arsenal to fourth EPL: Southampton push Reading closer to relegation Nanjappa wins bronze in men's 10m air pistol at World Cup Divij-Purav in summit clash of Leon ATP Challenger Williams sisters set for showdown in Charleston semis Davis Cup: Djokovic beats Isner, but Querrey puts US level Raninder gets second term in charge as NRAI chief Vijender dropped from Indian boxing squad April 05, 2013 Davis Cup: Somdev, Yuki win opening singles vs Indonesia Prez to honour Tomy for circumnavigation feat Hearing postponed for soccer referees in sexual bribes case Shooter Rahi Sarnobat scripts history; clinches gold in ISSF World Cup Murray signs with Bhupathi's agency to manage off-court interests in Asia Davis Cup: Djokovic eyes return to form in tie against US Europa League PHOTOS: Bumper helping of goals and drama Armstrong ineligible for Austin swim event Veteran Paes dreams of playing 2016 Olympics April 04, 2013 Refs for E Bengal's AFC Cup match received sexual bribes Pistorius family deny 'Blade Runner' back in training Four Indians in Asian billiards QF Somdev to open relegation play-off vs Indonesia Interview: Beckham not giving up on playing for England yet Gurusaidutt goes down fighting to No 1 Wei OM apologise on behalf of Barton after 'ladyboy' tweets PSG threaten action against Barton for 'ladyboy' tweets Violence mars Ronaldinho show in Libertadores Cup Messi's hamstring injury not as bad as feared Guilty Tevez handed community service, ban and fine Photos: Real outclass Galatasaray, Malaga hold Dortmund April 03, 2013 Vijender undergoes out-of-competition dope test CSI accuses Malhotra of deliberately delaying the process Indonesia expects miracle to beat India in Davis Cup UAE investors invited to bid for I-League clubs Mourinho could be tempted by Chelsea return: Drogba SAI yet to approve Vijender Singh's leave IOA-IOC meet postponed as differences persist Australian Open Grand Prix: Gurusaidutt enters 3rd round Chinese table tennis players to partner rivals at Korea Open NBA: Anthony's 50 points fires playoff warning shot to Heat English clubs eye redemption in Europa League Pistorius gets support from female Twitter group Kuzenkova and Krivelyova get two-year bans for doping Greek athletics federation wants wrestling kept in Games Ronaldinho, Pato recalled to experimental Brazil squad Mourinho defends decision to leave Casillas out again PHOTOS: Bayern hurt Juve on Buffon off night Messi, Mascherano add to Barca injury woes PHOTOS: Late drama as PSG scramble draw with Barca April 02, 2013 Champions League: Footballers who share a Barca-PSG link Ministry in a fix as NADA refuses to test Vijender Powell withdraws from Melbourne meet Debutants Malaga eyeing prize Dortmund scalp China's Sun back on track after coaching clouds clear PHOTOS: Drogba back to where he began for Real clash Barcelona coach Vilanova back on bench in Paris Cole and Cahill to miss Chelsea fixture pile-up Churchill too good for Singapore's Warriors FC 'Police planted Vijender's car outside drug peddler's flat' QPR move closer to the drop after Fulham defeat April 01, 2013 Bhupathi-Bopanna set to renew partnership for rest of 2013 Sunderland turn to Di Canio as saviour BEST Sports Photos of the Week! C League: PSG face massive test with Barca in quarters Ba goal gives Chelsea FA Cup win over Manchester United Sports Ministry asks NADA to test Vijender Photos: Champions League promises jewels and duels Murray happy to get over the line after 'brutal' match Xavi, Alba return for Barca's Champions League tie after recovery Murray goes to No. 2 with Miami tie-break win over Ferrer Vijender took heroin 12 times: Punjab Police Liverpool increase Villa's relegation worries March 31, 2013 EPL Photos: Manchester United move closer to title Juventus close in on title, Napoli win thriller Bayern crush Hamburg 9-2 to stride towards title Photos: I don't give records any importance, says Messi La Liga: Real, Barca draw as Europe takes priority Photos: Williams sinks Sharapova for Miami title March 30, 2013 Lewandowski goal delays Bayern title party Juventus beat Inter to move 12 points clear in Serie A EPL: Own goal helps United move closer to title Chiangmai Golf Classic: Bhullar sizzles with 65 Pistorius likely to receive snub from major athletic events Soccer player to quit game after revealing homosexuality FA seek evidence of racist chants against Ferdinand brothers German officials welcome cyclist's doping admission Berdych to skip Czech Davis Cup quarters Miami Masters: Murray to face Ferrer in final March 29, 2013 United SC hold East Bengal Ferdinand shocked by allegations of England racism Batra appointed to FIH competitions committee for second term Doping: Hall of Shame! England reported to FIFA after Ferdinand racially abused Newcastle and Wigan assistants fined for clash Mexican weightlifter Soraya Jimenez dies at age 35 PHOTOS: Will Sharapova overpower Serena in Miami? Title race is over, says Manchester City boss Mancini March 28, 2013 EPL: Leaders Manchester United eyeing record points haul F1: Red Bull undecided on Webber's future WC qualifier: Uruguay's Suarez suspended for Venezuela game Haas marches into Miami semis; Sharapova edges Errani NBA: Miami's 27-game win run ends Van Persie wants to end career at Manchester United PHOTOS: When Indian tennis aces matched the best Barca's Pedro sidelined for 10 days with calf injury Inter chief confirms approaching Mourinho for manager job Pistorius granted permission to travel abroad Vettel apologises to Red Bull staff March 27, 2013 Saina in race for BWF's Player of the Year Award WC qualifiers: Asian heavyweights wounded by underdogs KL squash: Bright start for Pallikal US frustrate Mexico in goalless draw Messi's Argentina slip, Venezuela close in on World Cup spot Veteran Haas ends Djokovic dominance in Miami Sania-Bethanie lose in quarters of Miami Masters Spain back on track as big guns hit the target March 26, 2013 One leg handicap won't deter Arunima in Everest climb Sharapova powers through to Miami quarters Photos: Sania keeps Indian hopes alive in Miami Woods reclaims World No 1 spot following Bay Hill win Soccer friendly: Fred rescues Brazil in draw with Russia PHOTOS: Yellow fever grips the tennis courts Red Bull have clear no 1: Hamilton FBI denies arresting Chelsea owner Abramovich March 25, 2013 Restoring trust is Red Bull's big challenge Russian tycoon Abramovich not detained in US: Spokesman Delhi leg of Indian Grand Prix athletics postponed NBA: Miami, without Wade, wins 26th game in a row Photos: Nervy night in store for Spain and England Is Mourinho planning a return to Stamford Bridge next season? Vettel apologises to Webber for winning by 'mistake' 'To stop racism in soccer we all need to contribute' Djokovic breezes past Somdev at windy Miami March 24, 2013 I-League: Mohun Bagan pip Arrows 3-2 Retirements for Force India at Malaysian GP Maimi: Bopanna-Ram, Sania-Mattek-Sands advance to 2nd round PHOTOS: Vettel seals controversial Malaysia win Messi's Argentina win again, US freeze out Costa Rica Vettel storms to victory in Malaysian GP thriller Alonso suffers early exit in 200th race Hamilton wanted to join Red Bull: Ecclestone Murray, Serena advance in Miami; Venus withdraws March 23, 2013 Atwal in second place at Louisiana Open Jeev lies three behind leader in Malaysia I-League: Churchill top table after draw with ONGC Malaysian GP: Force India's Sutil 9th place on grid Vettel secures pole at rain-hit Sepang Spain stumble as England, Germany and France win Djokovic wins in Miami, while Azarenka withdraws Miami Masters: Somdev sets up Djokovic clash in 3rd round March 22, 2013 India-Indonesia Davis Cup tie to be played under lights Red Bull angered by tyre issue in Sepang Junior weightlifters allege harassment at NIS Raikkonen makes hay while the sun shines Late Smith goal sees NZ bt New Caledonia in WC qualifiers Owen says injuries 'robbed him of lethal pace, records' Hodgson cagey on Ferdinand's England future Balotelli overshadows Neymar as Italy rally to hold Brazil FIFA fail to agree on age limits Football needs a black Mourinho, should be multi-cultural: Boateng Why Man Utd are easily winning a record 20th EPL crown March 21, 2013 Sneijder back as Dutch seek to keep perfect record WC qualifier: Spain face Xavi poser before Finland clash Somdev in 2nd round of Miami Masters France have Georgia, and not Spain, on their mind World Cup qualifier: Germany break with tradition against Kazakhstan WC qualifiers: Roof row heats up Sweden-Ireland clash in frozen Stockholm Photos: Still easy for England despite defensive problem PIX: Woods No. 1 with girlfriend and maybe rankings Platini accuses Blatter of attacking European soccer March 20, 2013 Prayag United beat champions East Bengal for IFA Shield Sporting Clube rally to down Salgaocar Malaga upbeat over appeal against UEFA ban Bhutia to head AIFF technical committee McLaren apologise to Red Bull after software glitch Golf: Chinese schoolboy youngest to get European Tour card Mourinho unhappy with FIFA coach vote Formula One: Key characteristics of each Grand Prix Burger ad poking fun at Chelsea's Torres removed PHOTOS: Gorgeous Jwala Gutta sizzles in item number Michael Owen: Danger man who could get that winning goal Del Potro backs Murray to take World No 1 spot this year March 19, 2013 I-League: Churchill ground Air India to top table Michael Owen to retire at end of season Button says, McLaren won't win any race with current car Messi admits he is a cry baby and hates to lose Chechen head Kadyrov labels referee a 'donkey' Glam queen Sharapova says, Grand Slams motivational Meet golfer Tiger Woods's new lady love! An illustrious sports career... and fairy-tale finish March 18, 2013 EPL: Racism at Chelsea match; coin hurled at Lampard I may have played with new Pope, says Di Stefano Ferdinand pulls out of England squad Australian GP paints a bullseye on Raikkonen Jeev has Major dream to step out of dad Milkha's shadow EPL PIX: Chelsea climb to third as Spurs lose again Comeback king Nadal sets sight on French Open Malaysia will be different says Vettel Formula One: Team by Team analysis of Australian GP Nadal heeds doctor's advice, pulls out of Miami PICS: Sharapova hammers Wozniacki in Indian Wells final European Roundup PIX: Messi run continues PIX: Comeback maestro Nadal triumphs at Indian Wells March 17, 2013 Aiken gets three-stroke win at Avantha Masters; Bhullar 2nd Greek soccer player banned over Nazi salute We had a KERS failure, quite a few things we needed to manage: Webber Raikkonen win delivers dream start for Lotus Azlan Shah: Rupinder double helps India beat Pakistan Raikkonen wins season-opening Australian Grand Prix Manchester United 15 points clear after City fall at Everton Del Potro ends Djokovic's unbeaten run, meets Nadal in final Vettel on pole for Red Bull in Melbourne Lampard scores 200th goal for Chelsea EPL: Sunderland drop points against 10-man Norwich Australia in seventh heaven after clinching Azlan Shah title March 16, 2013 South African Aiken soars to three-shot lead in India Indian boxers settle for bronze at Asian Youth C'ship Everton leave Man City's title hopes in tatters Azlan Shah: Malaysia hold India in final league encounter Angry Pakistan threaten to pull out of Junior hockey WC Wozniacki to face Sharapova in Indian Wells final Indian Wells: Murray ousted by Del Potro, Djokovic cruises Australian GP qualifying postponed by rain Saina storms into Swiss Open semis March 15, 2013 Taiwanese athlete loses appeal against IOC election ban Barca appeal against Valdes four-game ban rejected Avantha Masters: Chapchai, Liang share halfway lead in India PSG's director Leonardo proposes to partner live on TV Vettel dominates day one of new season Inter Milan face more racism accusations Barca to face PSG, Real meet Galatasaray in Champions League quarters Car overhauling backfires for McLaren at Aus GP practice Ma determined to put China on Formula One map Indo-Pak hockey series called off after govt's objection Swiss Open: Saina Nehwal through to quarters Indian Wells: Kerber, Wozniacki gifted semi-final spots Australian GP: Vettel on top in season-opening practice Indian Wells: Supreme Nadal crushes Federer FIFA warns Guatemala on reprieve for match-fixers Europa Pix: Chelsea lead English trio into last eight Premier League left to sift through European wreckage March 14, 2013 Kashyap bows out of Swiss Open Ferdinand recalled to England squad Former Germany captain Ballack and Loew bury hatchet Injured Dibaba pulls out of London Marathon Thailand's Phadungsil on fire at Avantha Masters 'Hand of God' brings Argentina Pope, says Maradona India jumps 24 places to 143 in FIFA rankings India lose to NZ, out of Azlan Shah reckoning IOC fixes date for meeting with IOA, Sports Ministry Pellegrini lauds players for staying focused on football PIX: Button hits back at Hamilton's McLaren jibes Saina regains No 2 ranking, Kashyap rises to No 7 Glasgow CWG to incorporate best practices of 2010 Delhi Games Swiss Open: Saina, Kashyap reach pre quarterfinals Indian Wells: Kvitova out, Kirilenko and Sharapova advance United look for return to form against Reading Indian Wells: Federer, Nadal set up mouth-watering showdown Vodafone to end to McLaren sponsorship Dropping wrestling from Olympics unjustified: Putin My players are leaving with a black eye: Bayern coach Photos: Wenger hurt by Arsenal exit but proud of win Seventeen athletes face bans after blood profile changes Team prospects for the 2013 Formula One season F1 charts into the unknown as Melbourne makes season debut New Pope suffers for Argentine soccer club San Lorenzo Bayern, Malaga reach Champions League quarters Lobby group urge Armstrong to make full confession Tevez charged with driving while disqualified: Sky News March 13, 2013 East Bengal hold Xuan Thanh of Vietnam in AFC Cup Chelsea v Manchester Utd FA Cup replay on April 1 'Messi stages greatest of European escapes' It's a dog's life in Formula One Big three sizzle in Barcelona's comeback Djokovic, Murray into last 16 at Indian Wells Milan coach Allegri rues missed chances against Barca Indian Wells: Sharapova, Azarenka storm into quarters Photos: Galatasaray oust Schalke in five-goal clash Solskjaer sees Giggs as future manager at United Former Arsenal boss reckons Wenger has lost his touch It was Messi's goals vs AC Milan Photos: Messi and Barca make a mockery of the doubters Messi inspires Barca to thrilling victory over Milan March 12, 2013 A busy, noisy, season awaits Formula One CL Preview: Arsenal seek unlikely escape route in Munich Azarenka, Kerber fight back at Indian Wells Suarez would be greatest not to win award: Gerrard Benitez abuse affects players, says Chelsea's Mikel Palermo sack Gasperini for second time this season Reading sack manager McDermott Laureus World Sports Awards in pictures Nadal, Federer on track for Indian Wells showdown Usain Bolt, Jessica Ennis win top Laureus Awards Wrestling part of European Games despite Olympic snub Arundhati clears 1st hurdle at Swiss Open qualifiers Azlan Shah hockey: India rally to beat Pakistan March 11, 2013 Bayern's Ribery ruled out against Arsenal 'Action will be taken if Vijender is found guilty' Photos European Roundup: Chelsea fight back Lahiri climbs to 2nd in Asian Tour Order of Merit Mardy Fish thrilled to make winning ATP return Photos: To his rivals, Tiger looks like Tiger again CL Photos: Barca look to Messi to inspire fightback Ronaldo double lifts Real to second in La Liga Ferguson snubs Benitez as feud simmers on Sharapova, Radwanska advance at Indian Wells Indian Wells: Djokovic, Murray battle through Stricker's generosity helps Tiger to victory Millwall and Blackburn fail to break FA Cup stalemate Late Gerrard penalty gives Liverpool win over Spurs FA Cup: Chelsea fight back to earn replay with Man United March 10, 2013 Gurmeet wins bronze in 20km walk in Japan Azlan Shah Hockey: India go down to South Korea Don't think Vijender has involvement with drug haul case: CM Hooda Messi surpasses goal record from 1930s Drug haul: Hard to mistake drugs for food supplements, says NIS Bhupathi-Nestor, Sania-Mattek bow out of Indian Wells Rooney will be offered new contract, says Ferguson BNP Paribas Open: Azarenka, Stosur and Kerber advance Federer and Nadal win, Ferrer bows out Drug haul: Factory of Arjuna awardee's kin searched Defending champion Saina starts as top seed in Swiss Open NADA unlikely to test Vijender Singh We mistook drugs for food supplements, says boxer Ram Singh Drug haul: Boxer Ram Singh expelled from National camp March 09, 2013 Egypt's soccer riot sentence sparks widespread violence FA Cup: Wigan shock Everton to reach first semis Saina's All England dream over as she loses in semi-finals Wrestling to hold extraordinary congress in Moscow Lahiri retains title after play-off at SAIL-SBI Open Bopanna-Ram out of Indian Wells Masters Year out has made me mentally stronger, says Sutil Pistorius challenges strict bail conditions in murder case Chandhok named for FIA Drivers' Commission Djokovic feels close to his stunning 2011 form Saina enters All-England semi-finals Azlan Shah Hockey: India go down to Australia in opening match Sharapova, Kuznetsova win at Indian Wells Balotelli helps 10-man Milan sink Genoa Drug haul case: Kahlon attempts suicide Formula One line-ups for 2013 season March 08, 2013 Rooney assured over future as Ferguson breaks silence Tevez arrested after driving while disqualified: Reports 'We have to fix the problems we have in wrestling' Rivals Federer, Nadal set to meet in last eight Rooney may not get chance to vent frustration on Chelsea India welcome IOC move to meet minister to end deadlock I am shocked, don't have links with drug dealer: Vijender Fabregas says Barca must play intelligently against Milan Europa: Tottenham thump Inter, Chelsea stunned by Steaua Saluting the wonder women of Indian sport Saina romps into All-England quarter-finals March 07, 2013 Ousted Pistorius detective quits SA police FA Cup becomes priority for wounded Manchester United Kashyap, Sindhu in All-England pre-quarters IOC calls joint meeting of IOA, sports minister Tennis to introduce biological passports Apologetic McIlroy promises walk off will not happen again India lose to Myanmar; chances of making AFC Challenge slim Wozniacki backs beleaguered boyfriend McIlroy All England: Saina edges past Sapsiree to enter last 16 PHOTOS: PSG edge past Valenica, Juventus crush Celtic PSG and Juventus end long wait for quarter-final places Have alarm bells been sounded for out-of-favour Rooney? March 06, 2013 Somdev bows out of Indian Wells Masters qualifiers Mourinho, Real march on towards elusive 10th title Why didn't Ronaldo celebrate his goal? United midfielder Giggs makes 1,000th appearance Was Nani's red card legitimate? Talking Point of United vs Real tie: Nani red card Photos: Dortmund dazzle in Europe with Shakhtar win We have accepted almost all provisions of the sports code: NRAI CL: Pirlo gets Istanbul nightmares before Celtic clash Photos: Ronaldo knocks out United after Nani sees red Ronaldo returns to knock Manchester United out Photos: Lionel Messi golden left foot on sale in Japan Barcelona to appeal Valdes four-match ban March 05, 2013 Vidic backs Ronaldo's return to Old Trafford next season Kompany nears return as City wall keeps title hopes alive Hingis tops list of 2013 Hall Of Fame Class McIlroy regrets decision to withdraw from Honda Classic Alonso says his best is yet to come Barca coach Vilanova could be back with club soon World will stop to watch Real vs United tie: Mourinho PHOTOS: Tevez earns City victory at Aston Villa Man United's Jones ruled out of Real match Police, fans hurt in trouble after Bosnian game March 04, 2013 Chhetri scores twice as India rout Guam Blake to run at opening Doha Diamond League meeting Vijay appointed advisor of Delhi's new shooting range Kubica opts for rally programme in 2013 Rankings: Somdev leapfrogs 65 places to 250 Roundup: Barcelona stutter as United, Bayern surge on China ropes in Beckham to revive football image Saina leads a record Indian field in All England C'ship South Korea drop Spain-based Park for World Cup qualifier Tokyo an inspirational choice for Games, Abe tells IOC Preview: Mourinho, Ferguson resume CL battle Photos: United to welcome Ronaldo while plotting goodbye Gulbis captures second Delray Beach title Second-string Bayern cruise past Hoffenheim Atletico fail to take full advantage of Barca loss Photos: The hurt is over at last for Nadal Bale and Lennon lift Spurs to win over Arsenal Bleeding Barca need rapid recovery before Milan tie March 03, 2013 Services beat Kerala to retain Santosh Trophy title Jeev misses cut in South Africa Arsenal deny bid approach from gulf investors Advani eyes corporate support to continue pro circuit journey Off-side rule tweaked, goal-line tech can be used selectively Gulf investors eye $2billion bid for Arsenal: report Top Seeds Isner, Haas exit Delray semi-finals Hamilton wraps Barcelona testing with one last blast QPR's Redknapp quashes drinking allegations at Dubai training Serie A: Pazzini brace helps Milan leapfrog Lazio Liverpool's 'trickster' Suarez tops EPL scoring charts Nadal mauls Ferrer to clinch Mexican Open 2022 Qatar WCup could be played in winter: FIFA Suhr sets world record in indoor pole vault Imperious Djokovic seals another Dubai title March 02, 2013 Ramos nods late winner as Real beat Barca again Kagawa hat-trick sends Manchester United 15 points clear Wrestling champion goes on hunger strike over games axe Bhupathi-Llodra win Dubai ATP event Injury-time goal gives India 2-1 win over Taipei Qatar must hold winter World Cup, says Platini QPR's Redknapp rejects team drinking reports I'm not in a great place mentally: McIlroy Nadal beats Almagro to reach Mexican Open final FIFA praises Lebanon for matchfixing response Zurich Chess: Anand beats Kramnik to finish second Isner downs Anderson to reach semi-finals at Delray Beach Serena 'yelled' at for trying to photograph Woods Photos: Berdych shocks Federer to reach Dubai final Spurs driven by last season's stumble, says Villas-Boas March 01, 2013 French tribunal blocks Roland Garros extension Djokovic overcomes stubborn Del Potro in Dubai Fourth goal-line technology system approved by FIFA Van Persie fit for action after hip injury Bhupathi-Llodra in Dubai ATP final Age-defying Giggs signs new one-year deal Has the EPL become a one-horse race? I cannot rest on past laurels, says Chhetri India face Chinese Taipei in AFC Challenge Qualifiers Ferguson eyes director's role at United after coaching job Barca seek solutions and a lift at Bernabeu Street in Lisbon suburb to be named after Mourinho Churchill Brothers release Lebanese player involved in fixing Nadal waltzes into Mexican Open semis Jeev in tied 3rd in Tshwane Open Australian Olympic chief deems WADA testing 'ineffective' Manipur Govt grants Mary Kom land for boxing academy My relationship with Abramovich is very good: Benitez Wrestling faces tough fight to pin down Olympic spot Webber puts Red Bull on top in Barcelona testing Zurich Chess: Anand in last spot after draw with Gelfand French doping agency will do Tour de France testing February 28, 2013 Djojovic swats aside Seppi to set up Del Potro showdown Sutil gets second chance with Force India Rs 8.30 crore for anti-doping in budget German Cup: Bayern edge Dortmund I-League player in Lebanese fixing scandal No matchfixing link to Lebanon World Cup games, say AFC Benitez gets little sympathy from former Chelsea players NBA: Thunder roll on with massive win over Hornets Sutil set for Formula One return Bopanna, Bhupathi to clash in Dubai ATP semis FIFA bans Italian, Korean players and officials for match-fixing Decoding Chelsea's big-mouth gaffer Benitez Angry Benitez lashes out at Chelsea board, fans Europol rules out France involvement in soccer fixing scandal UEFA directs Lazio to play matches in empty stadium PSG's Beckham proves he is not just a marketing tool Brazen Benitez risks losing Chelsea job this time Pawar in German Open pre-quarters, Bhat knocked out Chinese golfer, 14, seeks British Open berth Federer, Djokovic power through at Dubai Open Two-game ban for Ibrahimovic, Schalke's Drogba protest dismissed King's Cup: Atletico set up final with Real Madrid Messi failing Barcelona when they need him the most FA Cup: Holders Chelsea to meet United in quarters Zurich Chess Challenge: Anand shocked by Caruana February 27, 2013 Sports Minister writes to IOC seeking review on wrestling Somdev loses to Del Potro Was Pistorius' slain girlfriend pregnant? AIBA denies approving IABF constitution, warns of more action AFC probes Lebanon matchfixing report Can't be looking at the draw anymore: Kashyap German Open: Jayaram, Anand and Arvind enter 2nd round Isner survives opening Delray test, Nishikori quits NBA: LeBron scores 40 as Heat topple Kings Henry, Red Bulls hope latest changes finally bring glory FA Cup: Everton end Oldham run in replay, Wigan next Photos: Ronaldo batters Barca to put Real into Cup final Basketball's pint-sized prodigy walking tall Ralte earns E Bengal victory in AFC Cup opener February 26, 2013 Djokovic, Del Potro go through in Dubai Santosh Trophy: Maharashtra enter semis Inter fined 50,000 euros for Balotelli racist abuse Bolt to run 200 in Paris Diamond League meeting Ferrari doubt they will be fastest in Australia NBA: Wizards discover some second half magic as surge continues Somdev breezes past Kunitsyn to enter 2nd round of Dubai event Senna's gloves auctioned for 22,000 pounds Laudrup signals intention to stay with Swansea Prost expects Vettel to equal his title tally West Ham pay tribute to England hero Moore EPL: Brilliant Bale lifts Spurs up to third King's Cup Clasico: Barca seeking all-round improvement Anand held by Gelfand in Zurich Chess Challenge India to play Azlan Shah after Sports Ministry's clearance February 25, 2013 Federer puts journeyman Jaziri in his place after blip Santosh Trophy: Punjab pip Bengal 4-3 in thriller Murray hopes his new hotel will be a smash hit Pistorius faces random bail checks for drugs and alcohol FIFA extends China match-fixing bans worldwide Third goal-line technology system gets FIFA nod Alonso, Benzema return to Real squad for King's Cup 'Classico' AIBA approves IABF's amended constitution CONCACAF supports changes to FIFA presidency terms NBA: Bryant silences Cuban with 38 points in Lakers' win Mancini not looking at the table for another month Falcao keeps 10-man Atletico perfect at home Happy Beckham delights PSG in his French debut League Cup Photos: Swansea rout Bradford in final Nishikori breezes past Lopez to win Memphis title Match Play Championship: 'Amazing feeling' for triumphant Kuchar Photos: Johnson wins Daytona 500, Patrick eighth Anand draws with Kramnik Acupuncture can help athletes perform better Italian media shrug off racist abuse of Balotelli Shunned by govt Indian fencers arrange for own funds Japan starts petition site to keep wresting in Olympics Best Sports Photos of the week February 24, 2013 Haryana beat J&K 3-1 in Santosh Trophy Tsonga beat Berdych to claim 10th tour title India thrash Bangladesh in Hockey World League Toure, Tevez strike to give City glimmer of hope Bopanna-Fleming win Open 13 title Hockey World League: Indian eves pip Russia 1-0 Dhoni's team wins first race of World Super Bike C'ship Pistorius's brother faces trial in woman's road death Myanmar Open: Gangjee opens season with top-10 Dutt livid over IOC's decision to drop wrestling At 101, Fauja crosses the finish line one last time Kvitova claims 10th tour title with Dubai victory Kenya's Maisei third time lucky in Hong Kong marathon Kimetto takes Tokyo record as Kenyans sweep podium Nishikori to meet Lopez in Memphis, Erakovic wins title Two major scalps put Day into last four NBA: Clippers rebound with big win over Jazz Wrestlers fume as Indian cricketers back squash's Olympic bid PHOTOS: Daytona speedway crash injures driver, 28 fans Anand draws with Caruana in Zurich Challenge opener EPL Photos: United beat QPR as title comes into focus La Liga: Messi completes Barca comeback against Sevilla 'Pistorius must live with his conscience' February 23, 2013 Santosh Trophy: Punjab beat Manipur 3-0 World Hockey League: India's winning streak continues Gangjee in tied fifth in Myanmar Open Sania-Bethanie clinch Dubai tennis title India boxers to participate under AIBA flag Indian teams make Asian Junior Squash C'ships finals NBA: Jack powers Warriors past weary Spurs HI derecognises Air India for non-payment of membership fee Tsonga saves five match points to knock out Tomic Neymar not ready to shoulder Brazil burden, says Pele Manchester City meet Chelsea in mere sideshow Somdev, Yuki, Sanam return to squad, Bhupathi, Bopanna ignored All eyes on Danica Patrick at Daytona 500 Piercy hits another jackpot to stun Donald F1: Hamilton plays down title chances Bopanna-Fleming enter final of Open 13 Wenger's desire burns bright despite Arsenal's dim hopes Mancini swears he is fed up of questions over future US government sues disgraced cyclist Armstrong for sponsor money February 22, 2013 McLaren yet to unlock car's potential, says Button AITA: Committee meets, looks at correspondence between two parties NBA: Heat win ninth straight, tighten grip on East ATP Open 13: Bopanna-Fleming in semis Corinthians to play behind closed doors after fan's death Cilic rallies to escape upset in Memphis Europa PIX: Atletico, Liverpool dumped out; Chelsea scrape Aussie swimmers admit doping before London Olympics Schalke ask UEFA to look into Drogba eligibility Pistorius bail decision expected in court Europa: Hazard to Chelsea's rescue as Torres fails Match Play C'ship: McIlroy, Woods go out on day of upsets Gangjee sizzles with 66, five Indians make cut in Myanmar Errani into Dubai final after winning all-Italian semi South Africa's Pistorius awarded bail in murder case Alonso, Benzema out of Real match at Deportivo Davis Cup: Somdev, Yuki may return; Bhupathi, Bopanna unlikely Sania-Bethanie in final of Dubai Tennis Championships February 21, 2013 Stosur extends miserable run with Dubai exit Threat of Olympic axe was a wake-up call for us: Negre Three held for questioning after clash in Lyon Hockey World League: Lacklustre India prevail over Ireland Barcelona's Abidal cleared to play after liver transplant Indian athletes to miss out on two Asian events Saina stays at No. 2, Kashyap slips out of top-10 'We will try to keep Asian Athletics C'ship in India' Sutil back at the wheel in Force India F1 test Chennai won't host Asian Athletics meet over SL protests Junior fencers can't represent India at Asian event Nike halts Pistorius deal to protect brand Ministry issues fresh deadline to Sports Federations Force India collect tyre information on day 2 of testing Boateng, Muntari put Ghana in Champions League spotlight Pistorius faces new charge over unlicensed ammunition Lead Pistorius detective dropped from case F1: Perez puts McLaren on top in Barcelona testing Armstrong ignores USADA deadline to cooperate in probe Champions League: Barca shocked by Milan; Galatasaray held Federer plays big brother to SA village children at charity event Graph: How the soccer match-fixing syndicate works Jack surprises Raonic at Memphis International Soccer match-fixing suspect detained at Milan airport February 20, 2013 Serena pulls out from Dubai with back injury Hockey World League: India maul Oman 9-1 Former banker takes on top role at Manchester United Advani set to miss Asian Billiards Championship Defending champion Radwanska into Dubai quarter-finals Somdev bows out in second round Long-serving Man Utd chief executive to step down Sports Ministry writes to IOC to review decision on wrestling Wenger has few options to save Arsenal's season Wenger warns 'will be missed' once he leaves Arsenal PHF wants to enter into an agreement with Hockey India Stosur eases through in Dubai, Azarenka pulls out News media relations with Obama hit low ebb over golf weekend AFC, INTERPOL begin seminar to tackle match-fixing 'cancer' Wrestling rolls dice, selects Las Vegas for Worlds FA Cup: Bradford long for happy ending to fairytale run Maradona dreams of son playing with Messi and Aguero boys Poignant evening ahead for low-profile Barca coach Roura Malaga sunk by dubious Moutinho goal for Porto CL Photos: Bayern in charge after 3-1 win at Arsenal Tsunami survivor Deborah is a top cyclist now Alonso happy with new Ferrari on track return Testosterone found in Pistorius bedroom - S.Africa police Witness heard 'non-stop shouting' in Pistorius home before shooting Randhir Singh expects global amateur ban to be lifted February 19, 2013 Text: Pistorius Affidavit at Pretoria bail hearing I am mortified at the death of my beloved Reeva: Pistorius Had no intention to kill Reeva: Pistorius I want to clean up boxing mess: Vijender FIFA confirms goal-line technology in World Cup Sutil and Bianchi in Force India test Realistic Terry set to fight for his place in Chelsea team Williams last out with new car but aiming high Pistorius shot girlfriend through door: prosecutor Pistorius could lose Paralympic medals Pistorius' slain girlfriend's text messages to rugby player to hold key in murder trial 'Toxic' culture fuelled Aussie swimming flop Fund crunch may force Pakistan to skip Azlan Shah Cilic rallies past Dodig in Memphis opener CL: Milan left dwelling on past ahead of Barca visit Best Sports Photos of The Week! CL: High hopes for Drogba, Sneijder at Galatasaray Ivanovic reaches Dubai second round, Stephens bows out Los Angeles Lakers owner Jerry Buss dies at 80 FA Cup: Nani inspires MU to laboured win over Reading Ronaldo donates 100k euros to help Afghan landmine victims 'Blade Runner' Pistorius back in court for murder bail hearing February 18, 2013 Juve's Conte named Italian coach of year Ince named Blackpool manager World League Hockey: Indian eves start well, thrash Kazakhstan 8-0 Formula One viewing figures down in 2012 Top international stars for Indian Badminton League Ex-Chinese football chiefs given life bans, Shenhua hit Alonso returns as F1 testing flags off on a low key Lyngkhoi, Babbar to represent India in Asian Marathon Wilshere says Arsenal must show Chelsea spirit Shiva gets IOC scholarship, Winter Games dream still alive Anand bags Grenke Classic title after thrilling last-round triumph NBA: Durant leads West over East in All-Star game Porto's Colombian duo lined up to sink Malaga Raonic wins third straight San Jose title CL: Wenger demands Arsenal character in Bayern test Pistorius cancels race appearances after murder charge European Soccer Roundup: Barca, Bayern stay strong La Liga: Real survive Ramos red, Atletico end away blues Merrick earns first PGA Tour win in playoff PHOTOS: Nadal caps comeback with Brazil win In a first, Obama playing golf with Tiger Woods Azarenka topples Serena to win in Doha February 17, 2013 Big challenge for favourites India at Hockey World League Nadal to meet Nalbandian in Brazil Open final Pistorius accused of assaulting two women in rock concert in 2011 'Vidic, Ferdinand could never play in tandem' Fergie says current Man U squad stronger than 1999 'treble-winners' Roma's Totti sinks leaders Juve with wonder goal Anand jumps to joint lead in Grenke Chess Classic Williams to face Azarenka in Doha battle of number ones Messi landmark as Barca succeed where Real failed Del Potro on fire as he sets up final with Benneteau EPL: Coutinho scores on Liverpool debut to crush Swansea Police find blood-covered cricket bat at Pistorius's home FA Cup: Lampard scores 199th goal as Chelsea thump Brentford; Aguero double lifts City Lusofonia Games: OC quits after Kalmadi aide appointed advisor February 16, 2013 Del Potro on fire as he downs Dimitrov to reach final Sharath in 2nd round of ITTF Kuwait Open Super Series Wrestling: BJP asks govt to intervene for 'national pride' FA Cup: Blackburn knock out Arsenal Pistorius, girlfriend were planning future Farah to make marathon debut in 2014 London race Nigeria heroes Mikel and Moses can lift Chelsea: Benitez Wrestling chief resigns following IOC snub Doping-IOC plans conference on WADA role amid strained ties Bayern open 18-point lead with 2-0 win at Wolfsburg Pistorius under 'suicide watch' in prison Sharapova too good for Stosur in Qatar Blackburn sign Bentley and Rekik on loan Balotelli helps Milan grab 2-1 win over Parma Now a basketball player? You must be Usain Federer backs squash for 2020 Games inclusion Grenke Chess: Anand held by Meier again Roger and out! Federer sent packing by Benneteau Serena becomes oldest woman player at number one February 15, 2013 Advani's dream run ends; loses in quarters United to make changes for Reading FA Cup clash Xavi may be back from injury for Milan clash: Roura East German Olympic shot put champion admits doping FIFA plans biological profiling at World Cup Pistorius disputes murder charge - agent I am playing the best snooker of my life: Advani After HIL, women's league on the cards: Hockey India Hockey World League: Form of goalkeepers concern Sardar PHOTOS: Pistorius sobs as court hears murder charge Grenke Chess: Anand draws with leader Caruana, stays joint second Pistorius was in an emotional state: Lawyer Europa League: Russian joy as holders Atletico Madrid stunned Diego Maradona becomes a father again Czech Zahlavova Strycova given six-month doping ban NBA: James' record streak ends as Heat overcome Thunder Rob Baan slams club for over interference Life's too short not to have many lovers, says Sharapova February 14, 2013 We cannot go against FIFA guidelines: AIFF chief Rise and fall of 'Blade Runner' Oscar Pistorius Henry 'saddened' by Arsenal's Wenger critics Nadal pulls out of Brazil doubles Pistorius charged with murdering girlfriend Paralympian Pistorius accidentally shoots girlfriend Baden-Baden Chess: Anand held by Adams; stays joint second Jose Mourinho quietly confident for Old Trafford return Barca's Villa in hospital with kidney stones Hummels redeemed himself with equaliser, says Klopp PHOTOS: Real, Man United all square as Ronaldo steps up Sutil at Force India for seat-fitting ahead of test Advani rewrites history, enters quarters of Welsh Open Pistorius ads pulled off air by SA TV Channel Pistorius to appear in SA court on Friday February 13, 2013 'Embattled UCI boss McQuaid has IOC support' India to lobby for wrestling's Olympic status Chhetri joins Churchill Brothers on loan 'PSG success proves Champions League credentials' Real Madrid will rise to the occasion, says Mourinho IOA, WFI hopeful of wrestling staying in Olympics Welsh Open: Advani creates history, enters pre-quarters NBA: LeBron James sets new shooting mark before home crowd CL: PSG look set to advance even without Ibrahimovic 'Never thought Ronaldo would get so many goals' Qatar Open: Williams, Sharapova cruise into 3rd round NBA: Gay drains winning basket as Raptors stun Nuggets Photos: Conte amazed to leave Celtic 'hell' with win CL Photos: Juventus win 3-0 to deflate dominant Celtic Wrestling in shock as IOC votes to axe it from Olympics F1 heir in bikini, swimsuit model and Nasri's secret date Grenke Chess: Anand to meet Adams after rest day Pakistan close to an Olympic ban: IOC February 12, 2013 Russian weightlifter stripped of Athens bronze medal China produces most raw doping materials: WADA CL: Ronaldo in showcase as United come to town Dutch wildcard Sijsling knocks out third seed Tsonga NBA: Spurs top Bulls without injured trio PSG are more like Real than Barca: Valencia coach Grenke chess: Anand beats Naiditsch; jumps to second spot Federer calls for biological passports to detect doping Barca's Villa admitted to hospital due to illness Real Madrid thrash United in the financial stakes EPL Photos: West Brom stun Liverpool 2-0 UCI harden anti-corticoid stance Give me more time before judging me, says Nadal EPL: Mancini urges City players to take responsibility Rathore, Sodhi to lead Indian challenge in Shotgun World Cups South Korean Park to get London Games soccer medal: Source Inter fined over fans' racist chants against Balotelli Wheelchair great Vergeer retires after 10 years unbeaten Sushil, Dutt shocked at wrestling's ouster from 2020 Games 'Indian motorsports victim of poor infrastructure' Six Aussie rugby league clubs investigated over doping Rare cars for Vintage Rally in Mumbai Neville reckons emotions might get the better of Ronaldo IABF agrees to amend its constitution IOC recommends to cut wrestling from 2020 Olympics Sports Ministry refuses to acknowledge IABF as recognised body February 11, 2013 Former Barcelona, Chelsea fitness trainer to teach Indian coaches NRAI bars three officials from elections Is Indian boxing federation chairman Chautala on his way out? Nobbs excited about junior players who've evolved from HIL Jones a doubt for United's Bernabeu trip PSG's Beckham may play Marseille in next week's Ligue 1 tie Disgruntled Indian tennis players form association Champions League: Haves take on have-nots as PSG meet Valencia African Nations: Nigeria show status with win Grenke Chess Classic: Anand slips to draw again NBA: Clippers beat Knicks in clash of division leaders Australia names Briton Nathan new athletics chief European Roundup: Man United, Bayern, Barca roll on Zeballos surprises Nadal to win Chilean Open Champions League: Juventus prepare for lion's den United praying Ronaldo does not emulate namesake World waiting for Real v Man United clash: Mourinho Sizzling Snedeker wins Pebble Beach title Photos: Giggs taking nothing for granted Giggs on target as Manchester United scent 20th league title February 10, 2013 Nadal aims for double triumph at comeback tournament Ranchi Rhinos are champions of inaugural Hockey India League HIL: Raghunath's hat-trick helps UP finish third Advani beats Ebdon to qualify for Welsh Open PT Usha looking for sponsors for Luka Byrne lending a hand with Ferrari's 2014 car Messi strikes again as Barcelona crush Getafe Fit-again Sushil eyes return at Asian Championship PHOTOS: Man City lose, Chelsea and Arsenal win Ronaldo grabs Real hat-trick ahead of United tie Olympic champion Bolt beaten in season opener Grenke Chess: Anand draws with Meier Bayern crush Schalke 4-0 to go 15 points clear City lose at Southampton after defensive howlers February 09, 2013 Arsenal's Wenger calls for compulsory blood tests Salgaocar beat Shillong Lajong in I-League tie Kolkata derby ends in goalless draw Hero to sponsor FIH events in India for next four years Players end rebellion, but discussions to continue with AITA Plenty of room for Real improvement, says Modric Anand held by Caruana; slips to joint third Damning drug report fuels anger in Australia Ibrahimovic strikes again as PSG sprint six points clear Bale brace boosts Spurs, Chelsea and Arsenal win Nadal creates athlete, event management company Hockey India League: Waveriders-Rhinos set up summit clash Bhullar's eight-under leads Punjab Lancers to the top in GPL Brilliant Rhinos beat Wizards to enter final European federations accused of diluting FIFA reforms Club owners should be allowed to splash cash: Mancini February 08, 2013 Chelsea without injured Terry for Wigan clash Ferguson fined for linesman comments AITA communicate all offers in writing to rebel players UEFA cuts price of cheapest Champions League final tickets Russian long jumper Kotova suspended for doping Koevermans names probables for AFC Challenge cup Chelsea veteran Lampard eyes 2014 World Cup Young boost for United before busy week Australian betting on football club suspended 'Doping has become a universal problem' Grenke Chess Classic: Anand settles for draw with Adams in opener Transfer systems needs changing to close wealth gap, says EC Formula One: Vettel sees title race as wide open Portsmouth face League exit threat over new bidder Bhutia's United Sikkim hopeful of turn around Formula One: Vettel gets back in the groove; Massa fastest Ex-PM says Australia's sports image 'torpedoed' by doping report Armstrong sued over $12 mn in Tour De France prize money Lakers' Gasol out at least 6-8 weeks with foot injury Beckham hopes to emulate Giggs and Scholes in PSG role Messi signs new contract with Barcelona until 2018 February 07, 2013 Ranchi Rhinos beat Mumbai Magicians in HIL FIH mulling to introduce club World Cup in India: Negre UP Wizards end Delhi Waveriders' unbeaten run Liverpool stalwart Carragher to quit at end of season Somdev exits ATP Zagreb Indoor C'ship Balotelli fined by police after airport row: Reports GPL: No ambition of turning pro in future, says Jayawardene Adebayor's dash back set to lift Spurs Russia's Putin sacks official over Olympic delays Olympian Poonia inks two-year sponsorship deal with Hindustan Zinc Germany rediscover 'winning mentality' after France grind London event drops taxes to lure Bolt for July meet Russia will be ready for 2014 Winter Olympics: Putin AITA rejects rebel players' fresh demands F1: The waiting is almost over for Bottas No worries for Webber in putting pedal to the metal Nigeria and Burkina Faso set up battle for African crown Australia report says drug use in sports 'widespread' England coach Hodgson warns Lampard against US move Vishy Anand to meet Adams in Grenke Chess Classic opener Australia to crack down on match fixing and crime in sport PHOTOS: England outclass Brazil, Spain and Argentina win Nadal overcomes slow start to advance in Chile USADA extends deadline for Armstrong to cooperate Pedro double helps Spain beat Uruguay Germany break France jinx with win in Paris Messi shackled but Argentina outclass Sweden Lampard seals England win against Brazil Asian football -- a hub for match-fixers Negre has come to India with vested interest: KPS Gill 'Mary Kom can take part in 2016 Olympics' 'India lacks sports medicine experts' February 06, 2013 India's special athletes win record medals Sania-less India trounced 0-3 by Kazakhstan in Fed Cup I-League: Tight security for return leg of Kolkata derby Football friendly: India fall 2-4 after Palestine's late rally Silence on match-fixing probe puts Singapore at risk Di Resta 4th fastest on day 2 of Jerez test United's pampered players humbled by Munich memories Debrecen keeper claims innocence amid CL fixing row I need to adjust to new rules in 2013: Bindra Somdev in 2nd round of Zagreb ATP event Gerrard backs Wilshere to become best in the world Hamilton crashes in first test with Mercedes AC Milan vice-president under fire for racist remark Razia to race for Marussia F1 team Button lays down an early marker for McLaren Scolari says he deserves second chance with Brazil Ronaldinho told he must justify his Brazil inclusion Armstrong will not be prosecuted for doping - US official Nadal wins doubles match on Chilean comeback I was made for English football, says Newcastle's Sissoko Handyman Vettel ready to put the hammer down Massa happy not to relive Ferrari nightmare Cole looking over his shoulder on eve of 100th cap Singapore joins probe into match-fixing scam 'Fixing has and will always exist in football' February 05, 2013 HIL: Mumbai Magicians eliminated by UP Wizards Singapore police helping European bodies over match-fixing Costantini approaches TTFI for second stint Debrecen slams CL fixing reports as old news Bhupathi skeptical about AITA's 3-man panel Adlington retires from competitive swimming Bulgaria, Hungary lose appeals against racism sanctions Force India looking long term on driver decision Corruption is not uncommon in Spanish football, league boss says Formula One teams ready to be put to the test Nadal's aura may take time to return, says Murray Murray calls for more blood testing in tennis Pallikal wins sixth WSA title in Canada PHOTOS: Hamilton shows off his new Mercedes F1 car February 04, 2013 European investigators expose huge soccer match fixing NRAI bars Chautala's cronies from IOA polls HIL will help Indian hockey in the long run: Batra Barton cries foul after first Ligue 1 dismissal Injured Xavi pulls out of Spain squad Serie A: Balotelli makes news on AC Milan debut Davis Cup: Spain crash out; Czechs advance to quarters La Liga: Messi nets in Barca draw, Atletico win EPL Photos: City held by Liverpool, Bale to Spurs' rescue Beckham tops list of high-profile winter signings Magician Aguero salvages draw for City February 03, 2013 We had a better chance on faster court: SP Misra Rooney puts United 10 points clear, Chelsea lose AITA forms committee to resolve crisis Indians win 20 medal in Special Olympics World Winter Games Hockey India League: Waveriders thrash Wizards 3-0 Ronaldo own goal sends Real to shock defeat in Granada India lose Davis Cup tie after Ranjeet's defeat Ivory Coast decision on Drogba awaited Czechs set Davis Cup record as Serbia cruise February 02, 2013 EPL: Chelsea suffer late loss at Newcastle HIL: Ranchi Rhinos held to a 1-1 draw by Punjab Warriors Sauber unveil swanky new car, drivers AS Roma sack under-performing manager Zeman Kapur moves close to win with a four-shot lead at Kensville Jeev climbs into top-5 at Dubai Classic Lajong FC edge past Sikkim, 10-man EB beat Arrows HIL: UP Wizards beat Mumbai 2-0, close in on semis Paes praises rookie teammates for 'putting country first' Davis Cup: Paes-Raja win doubles rubber to keep Indian hopes alive United manager Ferguson denies misconduct charge Tennis legends give AITA felicitation ceremony a miss Contrasting transfer deals for Beckham and Samba Djokovic in groove as Serbia lead Belgium in Davis Cup Canada push Spain to brink of shock Davis Cup exit Davis Cup: Isner, Querrey serve up 2-0 lead for U.S. over Brazil Liverpool's Sterling charged with assaulting woman February 01, 2013 Waveriders continue invincible run, beat Rhinos 5-2 Sporting stun 10-man Churchill Brothers Mohun Bagan beat ONGC 3-1 ahead of derby PHOTOS: Force India make sure the car is the star NRAI, Sports Ministry set for collision course Koreans enjoy easy day but insist task not over Maradona cleared of Italy tax evasion: Lawyer Davis Cup: Debutants Ranjeet, Malik suffer defeats Calls grow for arrest of football 'match-fixer' in Singapore Djokovic lambasts national tennis officials for bad court Barca's Alves alleges racism after Cup 'Clasico' at Real Golfer Singh withdraws from Phoenix Open after drug admission Meet the Indian football team's first foreign recruit Beckham's PSG salary to be donated to children's charity Beckham's soccer journey: From Manchester to Paris I played my best game, insists Ranjeet January 31, 2013 Brazil stadium fence felled by "avalanche" celebration Photos: McLaren present new car with a blast from the past O'Meara calls for ban on Vijay Singh Beckham poised to join Paris St Germain African Nations Cup: Togo move into last eight Balotelli move to AC Milan complete Pressure on City as United steam ahead in title race Steffensen banned after racial allegations dismissed Davis Cup: Ranjeet faces Cho in tie opener against Korea Davis Cup: Paes leads inexperienced squad against Korea Doping king doc Fuentes will not be forced to give client names Brazil unveils official poster for 2014 World Cup Bangladesh want to host Messi's Barcelona in August IOC plans to cut one sport, add another for 2020 Games King's Cup: Real-Barca share honours in first leg semis EPL: United surge seven points clear, Reds-Arsenal draw Was cycling's fall guy; all generations cheated: Armstrong Singh admits using banned medicine to speed recovery Punjab Warriors too good for Mumbai Magicians Vishnu Vardhan knocked out by qualifier Mayur January 30, 2013 Sandeep scores twice as Magicians down Wizards for first win Accepting Indian citizenship toughest decision: Arata I love standing by my partners: Leander Paes EPL: Man City fail to crack resilient Queens Park Rangers AC Milan agree to sign Balotelli from Man City Italian Cup: Lazio outwit Juventus to reach final African Nations Cup: Nigeria go through, Zambia bow out January 29, 2013 Paes vows to show Davis Cup rookies the way Jwala Gutta to shake a leg in a Telugu film Koevermans names squad for Palestine friendly Beckham trains with Arsenal to maintain fitness 'Excited' Tiger roars with 75th title triumph at Torrey Delay in 'Operation Puerto' trial of cycling dope mastermind Drogba eyes more Champions League glory at Galatasaray FIFA warns Brazil against World Cup delays Cut losses or face new laws, MPs tell English soccer clubs African Nations Cup: Ghana, Mali progress in contrasting styles Drug cheats cannot escape detection in tennis: Bartoli UCI disbands Armstrong independent commission Manchester United is world's most valuable sports team Transfer talk: Milan, Juve in talks for City's Balotelli? Dominant Woods pockets his 75th PGA title at Torrey Pines January 28, 2013 Jackson, Mandeep Singh score in Rhinos' win Issues between IOC, IOA can be resolved soon: Sports Minister African Nations Cup: Joy for SA, Cape Verde after late drama 'Fortunate' Djokovic shows the fun side of a sweet life Bayern go 11 points clear after Mandzukic magic Brazil's first 2014 WC stadium hosts local matches La Liga: Another record for Messi as he nets four agianst Osasuna Tata Steel Chess: Anand finishes joint third, Carlsen claims crown Djokovic's three-peat, a rare feat! Drogba Joins Galatasaray, says CNN FA Cup: Liverpool stunned by Oldham Valiant Murray's Slam hopes dashed by relentless Djokovic January 27, 2013 I-League:Dempo rally to hold ONGC FA Cup: Torres rescues holders Chelsea against Brentford HIL: Punjab Warriors beat UP Wizards 4-3, climb to 3rd spot La Liga: Hat-trick man Ronaldo passes 300 goals for Madrid PIX: Djokovic wins third successive Australian Open Djokovic clinches third successive Australian Open title AFI removes contentious clause, calls fresh poll on Feb 24 Armstrong, USADA squabble over further probe Valencia fight back to see off 10-man Deportivo Juventus frustrated by Borriello, Lazio shocked Australian duo win mixed doubles title Mourinho shuns Madrid-based media as he turns 50 NBA: Okafor sparks big win for Wizards over Bulls Anelka joins Juventus on five-month deal Giant-killing Luton slay Norwich in FA Cup Aus Open: Will Djokovic score a hat-trick of titles? Tata Steel chess: Anand beats L'Ami but Carlsen takes unbeatable lead January 26, 2013 PIX: Azarenka fights back to reclaim Australian Open 'Humbled' Mary Kom worried for boxing's future Azarenka overcomes Li to retain Australian Open title How the Australian Open women's finalists measure up HIL: Mumbai waste Sandeep's hat-trick as Delhi win 4-3 Lazio given suspended ban over Spurs chants? Gallant Li sees lighter side of defeat after black-out Bryan twins win record 13th Grand Slam doubles titles FA Cup: Man City score late to edge past Stoke Chess: Anand held by Yifan Hou; slips to third spot Chennai to host Asian Athletics Meet despite IOC ban Gangjee earns Asian Tour card; Chopra, Rashid miss out HIL: Mandeep double helps Rhinos beat Wizards Sushil disappointed to miss out on Padma Bhushan Sania pulls out of Fed Cup due to hip strain Djoker plays the Australia card as he prepares for Murray Australia's Kyrgios and Croatia's Konjuh win junior titles USADA sets deadline for Armstrong's full cooperation Federer's mask slips as Murray gets under his skin Slumping Villa knocked out of FA Cup by Millwall Platini and Wenger want January window axed Bridging gap to 'Big Four' proving too tough for rest January 25, 2013 PHOTOS: Murray outmuscles Federer to reach final Azarenka faces headwinds in back-to-back Aus Open bid Manchester United agree fee for exciting forward Zaha Errani and Vinci win Australian Open doubles for Italy Would Armstrong have achieved success without doping? NBA: Anthony fires Knicks to win over Celtics Murray hoping to 'prepare, attack, destroy' Federer Former Olympic champion Robles to retire Europeans propose 12-year limit for FIFA president Heavyweight clash on cards at Nations Cup Watching Armstrong confession was best feeling: Wiggins Korean defender Yun set for QPR move King's Cup: Barcelona set up semis clash with Real Murray beats Federer to enter Australian Open final Agassi shocked, saddened by Armstrong confession Kalmadi to chair Asian Athletics Association meeting China's Li says wouldn't 'use' medical timeout Did Azarenka cheat during Aus Open semis? January 24, 2013 Aus Open: India challenge ends after Bhupathi, Sania crash out Swansea hold Chelsea to reach League Cup final EPL: West Ham's Potts knocked unconscious during Arsenal match King's Cup: Real Madrid advance to semis after draw in Valencia EPL Photos: Arsenal rally to hammer West Ham to shreds PHOTOS Sexy and somewhat successful tennis aces Lance Armstrong sued for fraud, lying in biographies Rhinos hand Wizards their first loss in HIL Real president denies report of Mourinho rift PHOTOS: Djokovic dominates after Azarenka controversy United Sikkim hold Mohun Bagan to a goalless draw Ice-cool Li's stunning revival in Melbourne 'Women's 'emotional instability' behind lack of sustained dominance in tennis' Real, Barca highest revenue earners African Nations Cup: SA close in on quarters in Group A Azarenka comes through panic attack to set up Li final Hazard apologises to ballboy after League Cup red card Aus Open: Azarenka's win in controversy over injury time-out Anand draws again, Carlsen maintains winning run Bolt eyes three gold at World Championships Transfer talk: Is Drogba heading to Milan? Flatfooted Sharapova ruthlessly exposed by Li Na UCI head McQuaid steps down from IOC committee Armstrong files: Lance fails to win over fans Aus Open: Djokovic in final; Azarenka to face Li Na PHOTOS: Stephens stuns ailing Serena, Federer forges on January 23, 2013 Walker Irfan, two other sportsmen join OGQ list Battered Serena 'relieved' Australian Open is over Aus Open: Stephens rallies to stun ailing Serena Bopanna out of Australian Open after mixed doubles loss Oprah's Armstrong interview viewed by 28 million worldwide League Cup: Bradford dream on as they reach final BEST images from the Australian Open Unstoppable Sharapova's record-breaking run at Aus Open Michu signs four-year deal with Swansea Federer survives Tsonga to set date with Murray Hockey India League: Delhi Waveriders beat Ranchi Rhinos Tottenham post 4.3 million pounds loss Tata Steel Chess: Anand draws with Leko in ninth round Murray strolls into last four at Melbourne Park Aus Open: Azarenka beats Kuznetsova to make semis January 22, 2013 Spanish govt accused of covering up drug supplier Pix: Djokovic overcomes Berdych; Sharapova marches on Saints defang Everton and defuse fans' revolt Tottenham peg back United, tighten EPL title race Betting, match-fixing the big threats: Platini King's Cup: Villa, Cuenca back for Barcelona Eriksson agrees Al Nasr deal, eyes Beckham Pochettino makes solid start with Everton draw African Nations Cup: Zambia, Nigeria make stuttering starts Photos: Sexy, stylish but short on success Aus Open: Li rediscovers Grand Slam magic to make semis Library prank sends Armstrong books to fiction section Hockey India League: Warriors, Wizards split points Tata Steel Chess: Anand draws with Leko in ninth round Djokovic named Balkan athlete of the year Livid AITA hits back at Chidambaram Paes's Australian Open campaign over Money talks as Glock leaves Marussia Bhupathi-Petrova rally to enter quarter-finals Top tennis stars demand increased dope tests Footballer Del Piero-actor Dempsey to launch motor racing team UK Olympic swimmer Daley named 'hottest hunk' of the year January 21, 2013 PHOTOS: Federer schools Raonic to reach last eight Blackburn's Indian owners abused by fans Bhupathi-Nestor beaten; Sania, Bopanna in 'mixed' quarters Do you think Hockey India League will bring back glory? Tata Steel chess: Anand held by Sokolov, slips to second spot Blissful marriage of love and tennis for China's Li PHOTOS: Murray and Serena power into quarter-finals Ibrahimovic on target again as PSG back on top Cole staying at Chelsea, says Benitez La Liga: Atletico, Real trim gap on leaders Barcelona EPL: United denied by Dempsey goal, Chelsea beat Arsenal Djokovic dream still alive after Wawrinka test Serena sets up Stephens clash, Murray marches on January 20, 2013 Hockey India League: Warriors too good for Magicians Dempsey denies United with late equaliser for Spurs I League: Salgaocar stun Bagan Hockey India League: Clinical Wizards beat Rhinos Bhupathi-Petrova enter 2nd round of mixed doubles Mumbai Marathon: Lyngkhoi, Babar top among Indians PHOTOS: Debutant Kiprop reigns in Mumbai Marathon Australian Open: Easy wins for Sharapova, Ferrer Anand outsmarts Van Wely, regains joint-lead Ex-USADA boss rejects Armstrong denial over cash offer La Liga: Barca suffer first defeat this term Kiprop, Kipketer set course records to win Mumbai Marathon January 19, 2013 EPL: City, Liverpool record easy home victories Argentina, Brazil fail to qualify for youth World Cup Two Indians in joint lead at Chennai Open chess First-ever golf auction sees Rs 3.83 crores spent I-League: Churchill down East Bengal 3-0, take four-point lead Chowrasia fires best round but wife misses him in action HIL: UP Wizards hold Delhi Waveriders 1-1 Tata Steel chess: Anand held by Harikrishna; Carlsen takes lead Cycling has become a much cleaner sport these days: Schleck For Armstrong, lifetime ban is 'death penalty' Malaysia Open Super Series: Tzu Ying Tai shocks Saina Aus Open Pix: Del Potro out; Federer breaks Aus hearts Australian Open: Bhupathi in men's doubles third round Critics question Armstrong's interview answers Fauja Singh, 101, to run in Mumbai Marathon January 18, 2013 AITA defends Davis Cup selection Sania-Bob off to a winning start at Aus Open Saina in Malaysian Super Series semis Premlata conquers summit of Mt Vinson in Antarctica Anand draws with Carlsen; Harikrishna tames Van Wely Armstrong should suffer for his lies: Djokovic What Lance Armstrong actually said Manchester United's Fletcher out for rest of season Doping admission could cost Armstrong millions Armstrong must now confess under oath: USADA West Brom's Reid played against Arsenal with broken leg Photos:Sharapova eclipses Venus, Djokovic cruises Incredulous Oprah sheds trademark warmth for Armstrong 'Disappointed' Livestrong still grateful to Armstrong In Armstrong's Austin, beer-fueled disappointment Kobe Bryant voted to record 15th straight All-Star start King's Cup: Atletico beat Betis 2-0 to close on semis Performance enhancing drugs used in sports Bundesliga needs Gaurdiola's charisma: Rummenigge Not possible to win without doping: Armstrong Lance Armstrong admits to doping January 17, 2013 Mumbai Marathon: Moiben not targeting course record IOC strips Armstrong of 2000 Olympics cycling time trial bronze Armstrong's admission a 'striking' moment: Tour director Tennis row: Rebel players approach Sports ministry Suarez admits dive but says is picked on by media Malaysia Open: Saina storms into quarter-finals First Look: Shakira-Pique host online baby shower TTFI amends its constitution in tune with Sports Code No choice but to suspend boxers, coaches: AIBA Hockey India appoints Oltmans as high performance manager Defending champs Paes-Stepanek suffer first round exit Ambitious Bayern hand the reins to Guardiola Badminton ranking: Saina rises to 2nd, Kashyap in top 10 Doping row: Armstrong says it's up to viewers to judge Nadal recovery on course, confirms return next month EPL: Southampton stun Chelsea with fightback Tata Steel Chess: Anand to meet Carlsen Saudi Arabia sack Dutch coach Rijkaard Pound expects no apologies from Armstrong Rivaldo signs for new Brazilian club at age 40 FA Cup: Arsenal, Man United sneak replay wins World awaits Armstrong 'confession' Aus Open: Federer, Serena, Murray march on King's Cup: Barcelona held to 2-2 draw by 10-man Malaga January 16, 2013 Hockey India League: Delhi beat Mumbai 2-1 Bayern Munich appoint Pep Guardiola to replace Jupp Heynckes Hockey India League: Ranchi Rhinos beat Punjab Warriors 2-1 Decision to send Pak players back unfortunate: Oltmans PHOTOS: Ruthless Djokovic, Sharapova lift Melbourne Park Atmosphere not good from security point of view: Sports Min Serena will play on despite injury: Venus De la Rosa joins Ferrari in development role For Armstrong, legal headaches could worsen Bopanna-Ram, Bhupathi-Nestor in second round at Aus Open Unhappy WADA not participating in UCI's Armstrong probe Chelsea had to fire me to get results: Villas-Boas Saina cruises at Malaysia Open; Sindhu loses Former Barca coach Guardiola wants to manage EPL club Transfer talk: Chinese club offers Lampard 250k pound deal 'Milan walkoff against the rules' Nadal to make comeback at next month's Brazil Open US football club end Livestrong stadium deal Oprah milking money with ads over Armstrong interview PHF hope India visit Pakistan for bilateral series in March Tata Steel Chess: Anand crushes Aronian to take joint lead King's Cup: Real near semis after 1st leg win vs Valencia City's Kompany wins red card appeal FA Cup: Walters brace helps Stoke win; Sunderland upset PIX: Drama unfolds as Somdev goes down fighting at Oz Open Armstrong dope scam could end cycling's time at the Olympics Armstrong may face jail after doping admission on Oprah January 15, 2013 Pakistan players in Hockey India League to return home Mumbai's Pak recruits in Hockey India League sent back Gurusaidutt enters main draw of Malaysia Open AIFF lifts Mohun Bagan ban, slaps 2 crore fine Pak Hockey Federation says players safe in India McIlroy reckons Nike deal will improve his game Aus Open: Serena, Federer lead top seeds into Round 2 South Australia govt to sue Armstrong after dope admission PIX: Date-Krumm oldest woman to proceed at Aus Open FIFA mulls points deduction to curb racism Australian Open: Merciless Murray mauls Haase to advance Real under more pressure than United: Ronaldo Armstrong admits to doping during Winfrey interview Aus Open odd balls: Murray gets fans all vocal January 14, 2013 Anti-Pakistan protests threaten to derail Hockey India League What to do and what not to before Mumbai Marathon AIFF set to soften stand against Mohun Bagan IOC proposes meeting with Malhotra-led IOA PHOTOS: Manchesters look strong for the title, for now Running gives them a high! Puerto Rican boxer Orlando Cruz reveals he is gay Aus Open odd balls: Is Dimitrov Sharapova's new flame? HIL team Mumbai Magicians shift base to Delhi The sexiest female tennis players at the Australian Open Serie A: Lazio cut Juve's lead La Liga: Record for Barca as they march on at Malaga Aus Open Pix: Djokovic wins, Sharapova serves double bagel Aus Open: Somdev blows out German Phau to enter Round 2 Aus Open: Djokovic wins opener with hat-trick in sight Chess: Anand draws with Giri; Harikrishna scares Caruana EPL: Manchester duo dominate rivals on Super Sunday Aus Open: Sharapova punches out Puchkova to lead top trio into Rnd 2 January 12, 2013 Bagan fans demand ouster of club officials Mitra, Debasihish EPL: Walters' own goals allow Chelsea stroll at Stoke I-League: ONGC continue stunning run, beat Salgaocar Murali Karthikeyan, Rathnakaran make GM norms EPL: Struggling QPR hold Spurs to goalless draw Armstrong to admit to doping in Oprah interview, says report Everyone needs to compromise and move forward: Anand Amritraj Revolt is a huge step forward for Indian tennis: Somdev 'HIL tremendous opportunity for young Indian hockey players' Tomic, Hewitt give locals hope; Ferrer equals record Serena's goal is just to do the best as Aus Open beckons Everyone wants to take your position at the top: Azarenka Morocco demand Taarabt apology for insulting national coach Sharapova gets match practice by roughing up young Oz boys AITA to set up committee to address players' concern; refute Somdev's claims Administration is a problem in Indian sports: Somdev Hewitt beats del Potro to win Kooyong title Murray focused on more Grand Slam success Swiss laboratory denies helping Armstrong avoid detection British man who threw bottle at Bolt found guilty ATP chief to discuss time-violation rule with players Van Persie and Suarez set for Old Trafford shoot-out January 11, 2013 Pak players issued visas for Hockey India League 'Hurt' Zeeshan promises to give his best Rebels defend tough stand, remain unavailable for Davis Cup Wenger optimistic over Walcott's Arsenal future Aguero's comeback still a week away, says Mancini Bhutia at Vasai Taluka Kala Krida Mahotsav Redknapp holds no grudge against Spurs Legal settlement agreed with former owners, say Liverpool Saina beaten in Korea Open quarter-finals West Brom turn down QPR bid for Olsson India backtracked on passport policy: Amritraj Rebels snubbed; depleted India squad for S Korea Davis Cup tie Real's Ramos gets five-match ban for insulting ref Qataris refuse to pay Tiger Woods $3 million appearance fee Ferrer struts into Auckland final, Del Potro wins at Kooyong Are Chelsea fans done with under-performing Torres? King's Cup: Barca maul Cardoba 5-0 after Villa double Djokovic to begin Aus Open defence against Mathieu Djokovic bids to extend Melbourne Park supremacy January 10, 2013 Gebrselassie named Mumbai Marathon brand ambassador Revolting players stick to stand, AITA not worried Ronaldo backs Mourinho following fans' backlash Saina in Korea Open QF; Kashyap, Sindhu lose PHOTOS: Radwanska soars in Sydney, Ferrer struts in NZ Draft of amended IABF constitution ready Deja vu for 'cold' Sharapova in Melbourne Chelsea slump to shock home loss to Swansea in Cup Ronaldo hat-trick fires Real Madrid into quarters 'Hectic HIL schedule can be difficult to cope with' January 09, 2013 I-League: Yakubu brace saves Mumbai FC blushes Korea Open: Saina, Kashyap, Sindhu reach second round Messi sends shirt to Mueller after breaking his record Sans Indian passport, Prakash Amritraj can't be selected by AITA 41 players get life bans for South Korea match-fixing Majority of Real members say Mourinho is bad for image Isner irked by time violation rule Brazil's football World Cup winners get bonus 50 years later! EPL player Sordell receiving help for Twitter obsession Alonso, Red Bull start mind games ahead of F1 season Benitez warns time's up for Chelsea 'legends' EPL: Overpriced tickets have Man City fans crying hoarse Armstrong offered donation to anti-doping agency? Youthful Villa playing dangerous game in FA Cup Valencia, Malaga cruise into King's Cup quarters Armstrong to break silence on Oprah's TV show January 08, 2013 AITA won't seek govt aid for revolting players McIlroy breaks with first sponsor, Nike waits in wings ONGC stun E Bengal with Yusa Katsumi's late goal Will try to learn from Sardar, says Pakistan's Rizwan PHOTOS: Messi named world's best player again Race calendar keeps Formula One fans guessing Guardiola says to return to coaching next season Sydney heat too much for Radwanska, Li scorches through After superb 2012, Saina starts quest for new highs Olympic swimmer Lochte gets US reality TV series FA Cup: Everton cruise past Cheltenham Suarez goal raises issue of sporting honesty Boateng was 'courageous' to walk off: Blatter FACTBOX: Ballon d'or winner Lionel Messi Negotiations stall, India face Davis Cup crisis Saina's on-court performances inspire me: Sindhu Messi wins World Player of the Year for fourth time January 07, 2013 Chelsea rule out Lampard contract extension Will SRK manage to buy stake in I-League club Dempo? Serie A: Juve stunned by Sampdoria, Cavani hat-trick sinks Roma Li advances in hot Sydney, Kvitova out Walking off during match no solution to racism: FIFA chief La Liga: Barca strengthen hold at top, Real scrape FA Cup: Liverpool win controversial tie, Arsenal held First Look: Paes teams up with Navratilova in Mumbai January 06, 2013 Tipsarevic clinches maiden Chennai Open title AITA works out compromise formula Indians ousted from British Junior Open squash SA reinstates officials suspended in fix scandal Emotional Murray battles to Brisbane victory Spain upset Serbia for Hopman Cup Demba Ba steers Chelsea to big win; Persie saves United January 05, 2013 I-League: Chidi hat-trick helps EB thrash Salgaocar Brighton end Newcastle's FA Cup hopes again Tipsarevic survives Bedene scare, in final of Chennai Open Sania-Mattek lift 1st title of the season at Brisbane Chennai Open: With Somdev's exit, Indian challenge ends Murray backs time penalty rule after Brisbane win More woe for Sydney organisers after Tsonga withdrawal Milan walkout re-ignites racism row in Italy Agut upsets top seed Berdych in Chennai Open Armstrong may admit to doping: Report Family, practice leave Federer ready for another Slam January 04, 2013 Chennai Open: Former champions Cilic, Wawrinka ousted I-League: Carlos's brilliance takes Prayag past Dempo Ramaala among top-class field for Mumbai Marathon Players to AITA: Discuss demands or we won't play Davis Cup Rooney return from knee injury delayed Indian hockey team has improved a lot: Oltmans Top seed Radwanska to face Wickmayer in Auckland final Azarenka suffers setback ahead of Open defence Japan new market for talent, says Wenger AITA 'will be firm' on Davis Cup players' demands Soccer transfer talk: Juve to sign Llorente Players to adopt 'wait and watch' policy over Davis Cup row Tomic helps Australia down Italy UK man on trial for abusing, hurling bottle at Bolt during 2012 Games Murray stutters past qualifier Millman in Brisbane quarters AC Milan players walk-off pitch after racist chanting during friendly Bhupathi-Nestor crash out of Chennai Open doubles January 03, 2013 Chennai Open: Berdych sends Somdev packing Mancini, Balotelli in training-ground spat: Report Cilic rallies into Chennai Open last eight Sania-Mattek enter final of Brisbane international Barca coach Vilanova returns to work after cancer surgery Real's Pepe undergoes ankle surgery Ronaldo brushes aside queries about Madrid future EPL transfers: Newcastle's Ba on way to Stamford Bridge Wenger rules out Henry's Arsenal return Brisbane International: Azarenka mows down Lisicki to advance EPL: Wright-Phillips gives Chelsea the blues; Reds win January 02, 2013 Chennai Open: Prakash Amritraj makes an early exit Davis Cup captain Misra 'upset' by Somdev's remarks Djokovic suffers shock loss to Tomic Photos: Bhupathi's daughter Saira debuts at Chennai Open We're examining players' demand, likely decision soon: AITA NBA: Nuggets end Clippers 17-game winning streak Murray knows must do more to become 'Sir Andy' Goal difference could be decisive again, says Mancini EPL Photos: Arsenal held, United march on 'No more fun' Serena looks to become oldest World No 1 Van Persie shines again as Manchester United march on Casillas battling to win back place in Real team January 01, 2013 Chennai Open: Somdev, Amritraj cruise into Round 2 Happy start for Fulham in new year with win at West Brom Mancini rues missing out on buying Van Persie No talks yet of renewing Lampard's Chelsea contract Murray realistic about chances of knighthood Injury forces Sharapova to withdraw from Brisbane International Indian archers mull appeal against ban EPL preview: Man City have tough task in New Year Glory for Spain and Messi but problems never far in 2012 December 31, 2012 Yuki Bhambri ousted in first round of Chennai Open Bagan appeals to AIFF to review suspension Bhupathi makes peace with AITA, ready to play Davis Cup Yearender: Indian boxing takes blows in 2012 Wozniacki knocked out of Brisbane International Djokovic in injury fright at Hopman Cup Liverpool's Suarez drowns controversies with consistency Chinese whispers abound as 'brand Beckham' mulls offers LA Galaxy set to lure Chelsea's Lampard with 4million pound deal Shakir edges Maradona to become Iraq's national coach F1: Of Vettel's win, Schumi's farewell and a woman chief Tennis year-ender: Murray achieves milestone PIX: Lampard lifts Chelsea to 3rd; Suarez on song for Reds Olympic champion Mo Farah detained on terrorist suspicion at US airport December 30, 2012 United will not sell Nani, says Ferguson Lampard double inspires Chelsea to 2-1 win at Everton I-League: Salgaocar demolish Air India Shooting: Vijay, Heena clinch gold medals in nationals Keshavan guns for medal at Winter Olympics Berdych eyes first Grand Slam title in 2013 Shades of Henry as Walcott fires Arsenal hat-trick Manchester United will make no major signings in January: Ferguson PHOTOS: Man United stay clear on top Dzeko inspires Man City as United seal win December 29, 2012 Yuki, Somdev get tough openers at Chennai Open Mohun Bagan players free to play for any club Bhutia blames Bagan officials for I-League ban Inter's Sneijder could be perfect fit for Premier League Majeric completes a double with first singles title Bagan suspended for two years from I-League Wrestling 2012: Sushil, Yogeshwar cynosure of all eyes December 28, 2012 Nadal to miss Australian Open due to illness Ferguson accuses Pardew of hypocrisy over referee rant Tejaswini, Mahaveer win gold in shooting nationals Hope floats for 'realistic' Ronaldinho Vardhan-Sanam get wildcards for Chennai Open Ricketts in trouble for tweets against coach Armando 2012: 'Old war horses' rule the roost in squash Milanov becomes Bulgaria's youngest footballer of year United's Bebe loaned to Portugal's Rio Ave Sunderland ban fans for standing Villa key part of Barcelona squad: Iniesta I have a Hollywood script on my table: Leander Paes India lose to Pakistan in Asian Champions Trophy hockey final December 27, 2012 Giant killers Basak and Karen in semis of Pune ITF event Blackburn fire manager Berg after 57 days in charge Justice Ganguly submits report on Bagan controversy Paes to pair up with Roger-Vasselin in Chennai Open Kashyap reaches career-best ranking after title win Sharapova, Williams set to be fit for Brisbane Knee injury rules Rooney out for three weeks PHOTOS: Man United open up a seven-point lead, Chelsea win Dope, Olympic flopshow mar Indian athletics in 2012 Hockey: India lose to Malaysia, play Pakistan in final Man United win seven-goal thriller while City lose December 26, 2012 LIVE! Chat with Leander Paes on his Bollywood debut Bopanna to partner Ram at Chennai Open Veteran keeper Friedel extends Tottenham contract Liverpool's Sterling commits to England over Jamaica Del Piero dismisses Sydney exit talk PHOTOS: Sporting spectacles that made 2012 special NBA: James leads Heat past Thunder in finals rematch London Olympics an unforgettable tapestry of tears, drama December 25, 2012 Nadal pulls out of Abu Dhabi tournament due to illness Rathore wins gold in shooting nationals PHOTOS: Table-topping United face testing nine days India beat Pakistan, enter Asian Champions hockey final December 24, 2012 Gold for Shreyasi, Sushma as Chandela shocks Ghatkar Wawrinka to defend crown at Chennai Open The Queen goes 3D for Olympics tribute A year that witnessed Ferrer trump Djokovic, Federer Chelsea hit Villa for eight, leaders United held December 23, 2012 I-League: Mumbai FC puncture East Bengal with a 2-1 win Asian Champions Trophy: India humiliate Oman 11-0 Photos: Swansea ride their luck to hold leaders United Kashyap wins Indian GP title, Sindhu loses in final Claudius laid to rest in presence of teammates, dignitaries Keshavan wins gold in Asian Championships Barca end the year on a high as Real lose December 22, 2012 EPL: Barry's late winner helps City overcome Reading India GP: Kashyap, Sindhu storm into final National Shooting: Gold for Manavjit, Bindra wins silver Arteta penalty seals win for Arsenal at Wigan I-League: Abranches scores a brace in Dempo's 2-1 win Three-time US Olympian reveals she worked as an escort Ferguson scoffs at talk of Scholes retirement Ibrahimovic sets up leaders PSG for easy win Matri hits late double to salvage win for Juventus Adrian maintains Atletico's perfect home record Lebron shines brightest on every stage Ferrari set up two design teams for 2013 and 2014 Mancini ready to give Balotelli another chance December 21, 2012 Kashyap, Sindhu advance to semis of Indian GP Shreyasi wins trap gold in shooting nationals Ferrari prefer Vettel to Hamilton No state honour for Claudius; funeral to be held on Sunday Fed Cup: Sania to spearhead Indian challenge Luge athlete Keshavan qualifies for Asian Championship finals PHOTOS: The top sporting quotes from 2012 Wozniacki's impersonation not racist: Serena Cancer-striken Barca coach Vilanova undergoes successful surgery Kalmadi, Bhanot to be charged with forgery in CWG scam 'No support for Wenger from Arsenal board' PHOTOS: Best sports moments of 2012 - Part 2 Thailand look to host F1 race in 2015 Maradona eyes World Cup as Iraq coach job beckons Toure named African Footballer of the Year again December 20, 2012 Praful Patel elected AIFF president India rout China in Asian Champions hockey opener Chelsea face Sparta Prague in Europa League Sindhu, Gurusaidutt in quarter-finals Leslie Claudius: The glory days 'Leslie Claudius was clearly a man of method' Real Madrid vs Manchester Utd in Champions League last 16 Indian hockey legend Leslie Claudius passes away AIFF allay fears over sanctions by the Ministry or FIFA Record prize money offered at Australian Open EPL: Reinvigorated Arsenal kick-off Holiday festivities Delhi to face Punjab in Hockey India League opener on Jan 14 Syed Modi: Saina courts controversy over first round pullout Australian athlete Steffensen to be probed over racism claim EPL: Arsenal-West Ham Boxing Day clash postponed IOC directs Randhir to take legal action against Bhanot QPR's Taarabt wants to play in African Nations Cup Wilshere, Chamberlaine extend Arsenal stay Napoli stunned by Bologna in Italian Cup Chelsea crush Leeds to enter League Cup semis December 19, 2012 Pallikal loses in pre-quarters of World Open Barca coach Vilanova suffers cancer relapse City's Balotelli withdraws appeal, ready to pay club fine UK Police to open new inquiry in Hillsborough soccer disaster Pratul Joshi stuns Hidayat; Saina concedes tie NBA: Warriors beat Hornets at home to stay hot Beckhams raking in moolah from business ventures Rangers FC raises 22 million pounds on market return Inter beat Verona to advance in Italian Cup Bayern advance in German Cup, Schalke slump out December 18, 2012 Indian athletes can take part in OCA Games but not officials Messi to stay at Barcelona until 2018 Drogba, Anelka future at Shanghai in doubt ATP does not support US Open's Monday finish Bin Hammam resigns, FIFA bans him for life EPL: Cazorla hat-trick fires Arsenal romp Force India should approach me: Sutil Anand urges Tendulkar to continue playing December 17, 2012 Confident India leave for Asian Champions Trophy City bosses order Mancini to get rid of 'menace' Balotelli Aus fan faces stadium ban for racially abusing player Ennis's ravishing gown creates buzz at BBC Sports Awards Balotelli to take City to tribunal over 'unjustified' fine Manchester City's Kolarov probed for alleged racist language against fans Juventus extend Serie A lead with lop-sided win over Atalanta Lochte ends with eight medals at short-course C'ship Grosjean overtakes Schumi, Vettel to win Race of Champions Garcia wins, Wiratchant oldest to take home Order of Merit La Liga: Barca beat Atletico to take nine point lead Wiggins named BBC Sports Personality of the Year Golf: Asia beat Europe in playoff to clinch Royal Trophy EPL: Wilshere set to sign new deal with Arsenal EPL PIX: Spurs to go fourth; West Brom draw with Hammers Brazil unveils first stadium for 2014 World Cup HIL: Raghunath says 'unbelievable'; Sandeep 'disappointed' December 16, 2012 Tottenham beat Swansea to move back into the top four I-League: United SC beat East Bengal 1-0 Lochte breaks own World Record in 200m medley Corinthians stun Chelsea to win Club World Cup Khan outclasses Molina to register comeback victory Intense action against IABF if re-election not held soon Sergio wins Johor Open title; Chowrasia, Kapur 10th IOC instructs international federations to examine India situation Sardar, Raghunath stars of HIL auctions EPL PIX: Man United stay six points clear, QPR win December 15, 2012 Indian challenge ends at World Junior TT Golf: Chopra takes slight lead in Malaysia Golf: Asia comeback strong against Europe in Royal Trophy EPL: United beat Sunderland to maintain six point lead Indian eves defeat Malaysia to lift Kabaddi World Cup Saina knocked out in semis at World Super Series Finals FIFA chief says racism social not football problem Lochte betters own world record in 200m medley FIFA backs goal-line technology to stay Lifetime Achievement honour for Jeev Milkha Singh 2014 Tour de France to start in Yorkshire EPL: Liverpool's Rodgers expects tough outing against Villa Sorry for Bradford loss, but we have to look ahead: Wenger December 14, 2012 Saina in semis of Super Series Finals Bastia barred from playing at home after violence NBA: Anthony inspires surging Knicks to big win over Lakers Xavi close to deal to stay at Barca until retirement Zaragoza in command after King's Cup win at Levante Lampard says this could be his last season at Chelsea Anti-doping on agenda for UCI consultation December 13, 2012 Chelsea romp into Club World Cup final Yuki Bhambri gets Chennai Open wild card World Super Series: Saina loses again, semis chances bleak Boxers allowed but officials barred by AIBA from Baku tourney Former Brazil coach Dunga joins Internacional Vidic poised for Man United return against Sunderland Pressure builds on Pardew as Newcastle entertain City Pressure mounts on Wenger in denial King's Cup: Messi keeps on scoring as Real lose 2-1 at Celta Jeev only Indian in Asia vs Europe clash for Royal Trophy Court restrains AIFF from taking action against Mohun Bagan Sick Norman pulls out of Australian PGA championship Swansea reach League Cup semifinals December 12, 2012 Russian weightlifter told to return 2004 Olympic medal Brazil's Corinthians reach Club World Cup final King's Cup: Valencia gain upper hand against Osasuna Photos: Lewis Hamilton and Nicole look loved up Djokovic, Serena Williams named ITF World Champions City's Barry charged with insulting match official Nadal to return in Abu Dhabi this month League Cup: Arsenal suffer shootout defeat at Bradford December 11, 2012 Athletics federation told to hold re-elections Anand finishes fifth after draw with Carlsen Platini still opposed to goal-line technology Mohun Bagan set to face two-year ban 'My ultimate goal and dream is to be ranked No 1' My goal is a podium finish for India in Rio: Nobbs PHOTOS: Best sports moments of 2012 - Part 1 Britain seeks fresh inquest into 1989 FA cup deaths Photos: Fatherhood hasn't slowed record-breaking Messi McIlroy takes home European Writers Trophy Lazio fail to keep pace after draw at Bologna Police charge nine over crowd trouble at Manchester derby Armstrong has 21 days to appeal UCI penalties EPL: Rodallega heads Fulham past Newcastle Mueller hopes Messi record will last another 40 years December 10, 2012 Ministry issues notice to Athletic Federation of India I-League: Beto brace sets up Churchill Brothers victory India's Olympic embarrassment: What does the road ahead hold? Van Persie breaches City fortress, Reds win at Upton Park PHOTOS: Defeated Pacquiao has no plans to retire Magical Messi goes past Mueller to rewrite history Fabregas sidelined for three weeks with muscle strain Indian sportsmen to write to IOC to correct situation Record-breaking Messi gives Barca close win against Betis December 09, 2012 Photos: Van Persie scores on Manchester derby debut Manchester derby: Van Persie strikes late to send United six clear Photos: 40 injured as Kolkata derby called off Ozil double earns Real Madrid comeback victory I-League: Kolkata derby abandoned amid high drama Several good signs for Indian hockey: Nobbs World archery body recognises AAI elections Senior masters Sydney gale to win Australian Open CT: Govers golden goal powers Australia over Netherlands Pakistan beat India, win Champions Trophy hockey bronze Arsenal midfielder Cazorla's tumble sparks diving debate Torres fires Chelsea to win at Sunderland December 08, 2012 European Games approved after EOC vote PHOTOS: Brazil's former World Cuppers dazzle in Kolkata Lahiri tied seventh; Chopra second behind Schwartzel 'Schumacher shouldn't have come out of retirement' World Cup Kabaddi: NADA collects blood samples of 81 players Fuerste named Hockey Player of the Year Owen blames Liverpool mismanagement for injuries AIBA directs Indian Boxing to amend constitution, hold re-election Our defenders did well against top quality opponents: Nobbs EOC mulling new European Olympics competition Qatar Open squash: Ghosal advances to Round 2; Suchde out Ferguson says EPL title race between Manchester rivals Suspension of IOA is punishing to Indian athletes: Bhupathi Champions Trophy: India lose to dominant Aus; face Pak for bronze medal December 07, 2012 EPL title race between United and City: Ferguson Pranjala, Batra stun top-ranked players to enter final Five Memorable Manchester Derbies Ready to give up post for future of Indian athletes: Chautala Dunga hails Scolari's appointment as Brazil coach AAI slams government, calls de-recognition illegal Good day for Shagun as shooter claims 2 medals Anand beats Jones for first win in London Chess Archers will suffer most by AAI suspension: Dola Banerjee Government suggests forming of ad-hoc committee to IOC Sports ministry derecognises boxing and archery associations Indian boxing federation ready for re-election to revoke suspension IOA's 'elected office-bearers' have no legitimacy: IOC Chopra in joint lead at Thai Golf Championships Arsenal sign legend Henry on loan to rescue club's fortunes US golfer's record-breaking swing: 146 yards with 14ft club! Chelsea players must share blame for CL exit: Cech UEFA to ban third party ownership of players IOC to probe Korean player's Olympic gesture Euro 2020 to be hosted across Europe Indian Boxing Federation provisionally suspended by AIBA FIFA renews Bin Hammam ban after full probe Europa: Liverpool, Spurs advance to last 32, Atletico lose Chelsea's Mikel gets three-match ban over Clattenburg controversy December 06, 2012 Prasad, Sandeep settle for bronze at Youth World boxing Usha, Gopichand in IOA's new advisory panel Spanish giants Barcelona to scout talent in India CCI Tennis: Yadlapalli shocks Snehadevi S Reddy IOC commission to probe Korean player's Olympic gesture Champions Trophy: India edge out Belgium, meet Aus in semis Rory McIlroy hails girlfriend Wozniacki as inspiration IOC not ready to move on Armstrong's Olympic medal Barcelona confirm Messi only has bruised left knee NBA: Bryant becomes youngest scorer of 30,000 points CL: Chelsea out as Juve, Galatasaray, Celtic advance FIFA launch goal-line revolution in Japan Europe exit can help us win the EPL: Mancini 'Who is Mourinho?' asks Atletico prez December 05, 2012 Chautala elected new IOA president, tainted Bhanot is Secy Gen West Ham chosen to finalise Olympic Stadium deal 3 Indians in semis of Youth World boxing Formula One set for 20 races in 2013 CCI tennis: Top seed Reddy maintains winning run First Look: Mary Kom's adorable twins get sparring Vishy Anand held by Kramnik as title hopes fade IOA's constitution not aligned with Olympic Charter: Ministry Champions Trophy: India look to settle scores with Belgium IOA goes ahead with AGM, election despite IOC suspension Don't have mandate but will speak to IOC: Sports Minister Who's the hottest, pregnant Mrs Rooney or Mrs Gerrard? CL: PSG show they mean business; Arsenal, City lose December 04, 2012 McIlroy wins PGA Player of the Year award 'Bye, bye IOA. Hope to see you soon, clean!' IOC ban an opportunity to clean the mess: Randhir Why the IOC banned the Indian Olympic Association International Olympic Committee suspends IOA London Classic: Anand draws with Aronian Valencia name Valverde as new coach Wenger concedes Arsenal have problems Champions Trophy hockey: India top group despite losing to Germany Ba double leads Newcastle to victory over 10-man Wigan Hockey India League: Charlesworth appointed coach of Mumbai franchise Arsenal rest six for Olympiakos to avoid fatigue Fourteen Eritrean footballers disappear in Uganda Champions League: Messi backs Celtic to make last 16 Nadal eyes clay season for return to top form December 03, 2012 Mourinho bats away questions over his future at Real CCI-ITF juniors: Unseeded Vaghela shocks Deshmukh Chelsea deny reports linking Avram Grant return Champions hockey: Injury-hit India hope to extend winning run London Classic: Anand ekes out draw against McShane IOA officials gear up to meet IOC top brass Ferguson believes Mourinho has personality to succeed him S Korea's Park banned for two games for Olympic protest NBA: Magic get better of Howard, stun Lakers McDowell holds off Bradley to win World Challenge CL: Chelsea need big helping hand for last-16 ticket My mother made me think like a champion: Saina Soccer Roundup: Record for Barca, United go clear Was Flintoff's debut bout a 'disgrace'? Bhupathi says 2013 will be his last year on tour Serie A: Napoli and Inter keep pace with leaders Juve December 02, 2012 FA Cup: Chelsea drawn away to Southampton in third round Jeev finishes 17th at JT Cup in Tokyo Kenyans dominate Pune International Marathon Sandeep enters AIBA Youth World Boxing last 16 PGA Tour Qualifying: Atwal plummets to 109th, Chopra 69th Pornanong wins Indian Open, Aditi finishes in top-10 Mancini concerned about misfiring Man City strikers India move to top of group with 4-2 win over Kiwis Champions Trophy: England stun Olympic champions Germany Barry Anderson named tournament director of HIL HRT absent from 2013 Formula One entry list Barca six clear at the top as Atletico stumble Anna Ushenina is new World women's chess champion United defending is agony for Ferguson Beckham ends American adventure with second title December 01, 2012 I-League: Dempo beat Salgaocar, regain top position Premier League: Chelsea slump at West Ham, Man City held by Everton Dipika Pallikal becomes first Indian to break into top 10 India faces Olympic ban with Bhanot set for IOA role Beckham wants Champions League swansong Champions Trophy hockey: India start campaign with 3-1 win AC Milan fight back to beat 10-man Catania Mourinho to face disgruntled Real Madrid fans alone Beckham helping Galaxy in Kaka bid Photos: 'As personal achievement, boxing win is best' Flintoff survives knock down to win debut fight November 30, 2012 Gurusaidutt, Srikanth in semis of Macau Open Brazilian stadium may not be ready for 2014 World Cup, warns FIFA Olympic scandal prompts badminton rule revamp EPL is a three-horse race at the moment: Mancini IOC controversy will be resolved soon: Chautala United captain Vidic set for midweek return Vettel gets clean chit from FIA following Ferrari complaint Cut points, serve Euro bans for racism: Vieira India hoping to regain lost pride at Champions hockey Bhanot elected IOA secretary-general; Chautala president Flintoff feared mum more than punches when deciding on boxing career I'd fix Torres in two weeks, says sprinter Campbell Celtics' point guard Rondo suspended for two games for fight Brazil coach Scolari in hot water over banking jibe Wondolowski named MLS's Most Valuable Player Don't quit yet, Beckham urges Donovan David Beckham has his hands full after MLS November 29, 2012 Scolari back to lead Brazil's World Cup campaign India can still avoid suspension: Randhir Singh Fish will miss Australian Open after heart problem EPL: Van Persie scores fastest goal of the season Ferrari mull over protesting Vettel's title win King's Cup: Villa passes 300 goals as Barca progress London Olympic Park gets $468m post-Games makeover November 28, 2012 Scolari to be named Brazil coach: source Randhir slams Malhotra, Chautala for IOA mess IOC warns of proposing IOA suspension Bottas to join Maldonado at Williams Lajong trounce Pailan Arrows First Look: Barca's Pique in an intimate moment with girlfriend Shakira Redknapp starts QPR reign with stalemate Pacers take down Lakers with final second basket Pallikal in second round of Hong Kong Open Yet to see best of Vettel, warns Red Bull boss Messi's pursuit of Mueller record on hold Chelsea 'regret' handling of Clattenburg case Zico quits as Iraq coach in middle of qualifying campaign Lazio ease to win over Udinese amid racist chants Vettel reigns in a bizarre F1 season Elated Woods back at venue that sparked his 2012 season November 27, 2012 Chidi takes East Bengal past Salgaocar Squash under the IOC microscope in Hong Kong Tainted cyclist Hamilton wins award for book on doping West Ham fan banned for anti-Semitic chants 'Aston Villa must be up for the fight' Alonso demands faster Ferrari next season Barca's Alves sidelined for up to three weeks Former Utd striker Solskjaer first in Norway's Hall of Fame Seria A: Napoli jump to second, Inter lose Down memory lane: The best and worst of Schumacher Vettel committed to Red Bull after third title November 26, 2012 Sarjubala, Pinki enter quarters of boxing nationals Mourinho's Real seek refuge in King's Cup Tytler, Gehlot withdraw from IOA elections Brazilian Grand Prix: Team by team analysis Infighting making IOA a laughing stock: Tytler Seven star Schumacher bids F1 farewell Indian Olympians receive momentos from London Mayor 2012 was a dream season: Alonso Hockey India league postponed, to commence on Jan 17 Third championship crown renders Vettel speechless Schumacher fans hail their departing hero McLaren farewell leaves Hamilton feeling numb Vettel emulates boyhood hero Schumacher La Liga: Barca equal best start with homegrown team Football: Brazil's World Cup mascot named 'Fuleco' Brazilian GP: Top-five finish for Hulkenburg in final race with Force India Former United manager Sexton dies at 82 Benitez jeered as Chelsea hold Man City November 25, 2012 Vettel becomes F1's youngest triple champion Sarjubala makes strong start at women nationals Infiniti become Red Bull title sponsor McIlroy repels Rose's record charge to win in Dubai Randhir withdraws nomination, Chautala to become IOA chief Photos: Man Utd beat QPR, Arsenal held by Villa November 24, 2012 EPL: United rally to beat QPR 3-1 McLaren's Hamilton on pole in Brazil Pune FC's Moga scores within 10 seconds of kick-off EPL: West Brom move to 3rd, record best start since 1953 Bolt named IAAF World Athlete of the Year I-League: Churchill ride on Moghrabi's strike Dempo grab three points after Abranches's late goal Half point for Sowmya against top seed Tiviakov US boxer Hector 'Macho' Camacho dies Harika bows out of World Chess Championship Mary Kom will not participate in boxing Nationals this year Lanco hockey: India beat Pakistan 5-2 Attack on Spurs fans in Rome raises fears of neo-fascist violence World Tour golf: Jeev dedicates course record to ailing mum Kobayashi sets up website to fund and salvage F1 career Redknapp replaces Hughes as QPR manager Lampard and Cole to leave Chelsea: Benitez Harika loses first semi-final game in World women's chess Benitez lucky to land Chelsea job: Ferguson City's Aguero is Premier League's most lethal striker Statue of Ferguson unveiled at Old Trafford November 23, 2012 I-League: Pailan Arrows surprise Sporting Clube Lanco hockey: India go down fighting to Australia Benitez relishing massive challenge at Chelsea QPR sack manager Hughes after winless start IOC warns IOA of ban if Sport code is followed in polls Gutierrez to race for Sauber We have nothing to lose, says Alonso We lose on penalties because I can't take one: Mourinho Perez spills the beans on Gutierrez race drive Vettel pays tribute to boyhood hero Schumacher Ten Tottenham fans injured in Rome attack Referee Clattenburg cleared of racism charge November 22, 2012 World Championships: Harika storms into last four India lose to England in Lanco hockey opener Govt gives first instalment of Olympics grant to IOA Former world No 1 Wang Lin sends Saina packing Swimming Australia chief steps down in wake of Olympic flop Drogba asks FIFA for special loan deal When Manchester United were almost Champions Vettel can take nothing for granted Guardiola won't decide on future until early 2013 Force India to get investment boost Photos: Real among six teams through as City crash out Benitez thrown in at the deep end at Chelsea Nine years of managerial Blues under Roman Real Madrid, Arsenal through; Manchester City out November 21, 2012 Ghosal, Chinappa crowned Maharashtra champions Ganguly, Sandipan share first place in Fujairah chess Govt steps in to resolve dispute over Sports Code IOA elections rescheduled for December 5 No offer made for Beckham, say Paris St Germain Chelsea discard Di Matteo after Juventus defeat NBA: D'Antoni at the helm as Lakers beat Nets Kashyap, Saina enter second round of Hong Kong Open Champions League PIX: Messi fires Barca into last 16 Messi goes second in Champions League scoring chart Henry could return for third Arsenal spell: Wenger Messi sends Barca through, Chelsea lose to Juventus November 20, 2012 Ghosal, Suchde set up title showdown Chanda, Ganguly keep joint-lead in Fujaira chess Arsenal still vulnerable despite derby boost Chelsea ponder dropping Torres for Juventus match FIFA to hear case over South Korea Olympic protest NBA: Nuggets put brakes on Grizzlies' sizzling streak Alternator a 'ticking time bomb' for Red Bull Where next for Beckham after Galaxy exit? CLeague: Barca ready to adapt to Russian conditions Dempsey wins US player of the year award EPL: West Ham move to sixth place after home draw Ferrari finds loophole to help Alonso Daimler takes full control of Mercedes F1 team Police probe death threats against Sunderland's McClean Beckham to leave LA Galaxy after MLS Cup final F1's successful return leaves US wanting more November 19, 2012 Harika to meet Zhao Xue in quarter-finals Sandipan beats Jobav, moves into joint-lead 5 NSF heads write to IOC, says Randhir violated Charter Corretja on the defensive after bitter Spain defeat Kunal Kapoor to turn professional racer Bencharifa takes over as chief coach of Mohun Bagan Shevchenko turns down offer to become Ukraine coach BFI appoints Scott Flemming as head coach Cilic, Wawrinka to play in Aircel Chennai Open Liverpool's Sterling apologises to Watson over collision PHOTOS: Czechs lift Davis Cup with victory over Spain Ferguson ready to welcome 'unbuyable' Ronaldo US Grand Prix: Nico logs points for Force India Pix: Hamilton rides high at US Grand Prix Weekend soccer: Man City go top, Sunderland bt Fulham PHOTOS: Hamilton makes Vettel wait after win in Texas Czech Republic beat holders Spain to win Davis Cup Hamilton wins US Grand Prix to keep title race alive November 18, 2012 Spain's Ferrer pushes Davis Cup final into last match Johor Cup: India lose 2-3 to Germany PHOTOS: Advantage City as United, Chelsea stumble Ganguly stays in joint lead Adebayor sorry for red card that cost Spurs at Arsenal Jimenez proves age no factor in Hong Kong victory India finish fifth in World Team Squash Photos: Czechs close in on Davis Cup title Messi nets another double as Barcelona march on Czechs one win away from Davis Cup title Vettel on pole for US Grand Prix Manchester United, Chelsea slip; City hit five November 17, 2012 Arsenal thump Spurs 5-2 to seize derby spoils IOA election in jeopardy after Quraishi resigns Chelsea's Di Matteo thanks West Brom for sacking him Second fatality in two days in Macau GP Aussies not giving up on Beckham Woods visits did nothing for Aussie golf, says Thomson Vettel sets pace on new Austin circuit Davis Cup Photos: Berdych puts Czechs level with Spain Czechs, Spain split opening singles in Davis Cup final November 16, 2012 Beckham's team deny FFA talk of Australia move Terry out for three weeks, says Di Matteo Second edition of World Series Hockey rescheduled Ganguly beats Zherebukh, jumps to joint-lead Kashyap bows out of China Open Saina retains third place in world rankings I-League: ONGC shock champions Dempo for first win Sports Code unacceptable for IOA polls: IOC We're planning to open sports schools, universities: Singh Hockey India cuts senior women's probables' list to 33 Neymar's shocking spot kick branded 'worst penalty ever' Beckham linked with move to Australia McIlroy set to miss cut in Hong Kong after putting problems Evra says Man United would always remain superior to 'noisy neighbours' City Tottenham's Dembele out of Arsenal derby Police driving me to suicide, says Pinki Pramanik Hamilton denies any regrets over move to Mercedes MLS: Henry nominated for MVP award Keep jeering me, Liverpool's Suarez tells opposing fans Is Sunday's F1 race weird enough for Austin, Texas? November 15, 2012 Ganguly beats Gupta in Fujairah Chess Humpy crashes out of World women's chess India seal place in final of Sultan of Johor hockey Kashyap in quarter-finals of China Open Hong Kong Open: Randhawa tied 17th Alves believes Seville derby tougher than a 'Clasico' 'F1 will never succeed in the US because it is not our game' Neymar misses penalty as Colombia hold Brazil Tired McIlroy makes poor start in Hong Kong Top Dutch stars for Hockey India League players' auction Late magic settles Asian World Cup qualifiers Berdych, Tipsarevic to play in Chennai Open Erratic Arsenal and Spurs seek derby day spoils Gerrard makes 100th appearance for England Pele undergoing physiotherapy after hip surgery Livestrong cancer charity drops Lance Armstrong name from title Inspired Ibrahimovic scores four, no Messi record November 14, 2012 Humpy shocked by Zhukova at World women's chess Kashyap wins, Sindhu loses at China Open Debashish Das beats Ni Hua in Fujaira opener Johor hockey: Pakistan hold India goalless Rashid Khan stays ahead, Abhinav Lohan fires bogey-free 65 India in last 8 of women's World team squash Bryant says excited about new Lakers coach D'antoni Sahara Force India not thinking of sixth place now India enter pre-quarters of World Team Squash C'ship PHOTOS: Foot/golf fusion sport growing around the globe UCI set to open doping hotline Jeev pulls out of Hong Kong Open Police drop probe into complaint against Clattenburg Milestone man Gerrard keen to write more England chapters November 13, 2012 Gerrard facing scan as he waits for 100th cap Bhupathi to partner Nestor next season Chelsea deny hypocrisy in referee racism claims Dad's ill-health stoked Djokovic's fire in final World Team Squash: India stun Ireland Bhupathi-Bopanna lose to Granollers-Lopez in final Djokovic grinds down Federer to win World Tour Finals November 12, 2012 Shevchenko invited to be Ukraine national coach Humpy, Harika in second round of World Championship Mandeep scores twice as India beat Germany PHOTOS: Messi fires Barca, Suarez to Liverpool's rescue Medical reports confirm Pinki Parmanik is male Del Potro targets big four in 2013 Messi nets twice as shaky Barca beat Mallorca Terry faces scan to assess knee injury Federer charms fans in Murray's backyard November 11, 2012 Djokovic battles past Del Potro to win opening semi-final Svitolina bags her maiden WTA title EPL: Late goal from Dzeko gives City win over Spurs Manassero clinches Singapore Open after playoff McIlroy emulates Donald with dual money list win Indian Oil wins Beighton Cup hockey Johar Cup hockey: India beat Australia 2-0 Bhupathi-Bopanna edge past Paes-Stepanek to enter World Tour finale Singapore Open: Chowrasia at tied 17th, Kapur slips to tied 22nd I wanted to have a great Indian experience: Sharapova Tennis: Divij-Raja second best at UK Challenger final Dhanraj Pillay against foreign coaches Federer believes Wimbledon loss has matured Murray Klitschko beats Wach on points to retain titles EPL: Hernandez inspires United comeback win at Villa EPL: Wenger struggling for answers after new setback It's Federer vs Murray semis at World Tour Finals Hernandez inspires Manchester Utd comeback at Villa November 10, 2012 Arsenal waste two-goal lead to draw with Fulham Del Potro beats Federer to reach semis in London Paes-Stepanek beat Bryans for third win on the trot Sharath stuns Patrick in Polish Open IPL-style badminton league in 2013, $1mn prize money Kapur lies 7th as five Indians make cut; McIlroy survives Champions League win helps Chelsea to profit La Liga: Real's Higuain, Benzema doubtful for Levante match India's Divij-Raja storm into UK Challenger event final TN govt allots Rs 22.05 cr towards sports infrastructure FIH does not recognise IHF as India's representative body La Liga: Barca don't need a Plan B, says Alves Three bronze medals for India's Chanu at Asian Jr Weightlifting No sense in having black players' unions: Soccer body 'Hamilton may have regretted decision to leave McLaren' NBA: LA Lakers fire coach Brown after dismal start Djokovic, Murray storm into World Tour semi-finals Terry free after ban but Di Matteo coy on starting place Djokovic beats Berdych to reach semi-finals November 09, 2012 Bhupathi-Bopanna battle into Tour Finals semis Petkovic, Date-Krumm enter semis Odafa disappoints, Mohun Bagan held by ONGC Pune FC blank Pailan Arrows Wiggins leaves hospital, coach Sutton in crash Chowrasia, Lahiri improve on rain-hit Day 2 in Singapore Tearful Muamba makes emotional return to White Hart Lane Rahul wins three gold in Asian Youth lifting Tvesa scores start-to-finish win at Usha DGC Open Malhotra re-elected Archery Association head Stosur hopes to put lean year behind her Photos: Mavericks' cheerleaders debut skimpier outfits Algeria replaces India in World Series of Boxing I hope to improve upon my current rankings: Sania Tour Finals: Deja vu for del Potro as Federer looms Europa League: Inter, Leverkusen reach last 32 Gerrard set to win 100th England cap November 08, 2012 Federer beats Ferrer again to reach semi-finals Ballack handed driving ban, fine in Spain Paes-Stepanek in semis at World Tour Finals Vietnam's Hanoi to host 2019 Asian Games Finger injury forces Jeev to pull out of Singapore Open India's football friendly against Yemen cancelled 'BAI, SAI will take a call on Prajakta matter' Indian sport is moving in right direction: Gopichand I-League: Salgaocar confident of victory over Churchill Divij-Raja in semis of UK Challenger Barca relaxed despite Celtic reverse, says Messi Modern rivals Chelsea, Liverpool have point to prove Wiggins sustains minor injuries in van collision Coe formally elected BOA chairman Champions League: Celtic stun Barca, MU reach last 16 November 07, 2012 Porto, Malaga seal Champions League last 16 berths Djokovic fights back to beat Murray at Tour Finals Why Randhir Singh is contesting IOA elections Tour Finals Images: Bhupathi-Bopanna, Paes-Stepanek score Army XI hold Air India, stay afloat in Beighton Cup Bhupathi-Bopanna beat Lindstedt-Tecau to stay in race Rutuja Bhosale no match for Svitolina Koevermans names 20 for Yemen friendly Paes-Stepanek off to winning start at World Tour Finals Team Sky believe anti-doping policy will pay off in long term Sushil to train young wrestlers at Indian Railway Academy McLaren not sure of Perez's potential Injured Cole ruled out of Chelsea's game against Shakhtar Former Armstrong teammate admits positive test CL Pix: City on verge of exit; Real, Arsenal draw November 06, 2012 Bhupathi-Bopanna lose World Tour Finals opener Federer trounces Tipsarevic at Tour Finals Beighton Cup: Indian Oil beat Hockey Bhopal Ailing former hockey ace Claudius recovering Berdych, Stepanek lead Czechs in to Davis Cup final Banned athletes to appeal NADA decision New IHF president vows to regain lost glory PSG-Dinamo Zagreb fans clash ahead of Champions League tie CL: Spartak without key strikers for Benfica clash No reason to ban long putters, says Scott Vettel ready to land knockout blow in F1 title race CL: Artists Bayern in sparkling form as Lille await Asian Kabaddi: India walk out in protest, Pakistan wins A fan arrested over alleged racist gesture at Chelsea CL: Terry returns to plug Chelsea's leaky defence CL: Barcelona almost there despite makeshift defence Manchester United to honour manager Ferguson with statue World Tour Finals: Murray, Djokovic open with wins Honest Mancini concedes City not ready to win C League November 05, 2012 India's Prarthana goes down fighting in first round Brazil veteran Rivaldo leaves Angolan club Chhetri unlikely to play India's friendly against Yemen Ferrer to lead Spain in Davis final in Nadal's absence Barca's Pique to return for Celtic trip after recovery Chetri, Sandeep, Shivendra among senior hockey players axed EPL: Suarez gives Liverpool draw with Newcastle Photos: Tired Djokovic primed for one final challenge Federer surprised by lack of blood testing Team by team analysis of Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Alonso says his glass is half full Petrova trounces Wozniacki in Champions final Roundup: United go top, Juve's unbeaten run ends Sania feels honoured to partner Bob Bryan Abu Dhabi: Raikkonen shows he still knows how to win Fourteen-year-old Chinese golfer earns ticket to US Masters November 04, 2012 Gerrard makes 600th appearance for Liverpool I-League: Air India beat ONGC 4-2 Odafe 'tricks as Bagan beat Sporting Clube de Goa 3-1 I-League: Lajong beat Prayag United 3-2 Pune FC go down to Churchill Brothers at home Ferrer clinches first Masters title in Paris EPL: QPR, Reading still winless after 1-1 draw Di Resta manages 2 points for Force India at Abu Dhabi GP Beighton Cup Hockey: Indian Oil thrash RCF Kapurthala 8-1 Safarova beats Jankovic to lead Czechs to Fed Cup glory F1: Raikkonen wins close race in Abu Dhabi Ivanovic keeps Serbia in hunt for Fed Cup title Bhupathi-Bopanna clinch Paris Masters title Inter Milan end Juve's unbeaten run at 49 matches Barca beat Celta to equal best La Liga start Bhupathi-Bopanna race into Paris Masters final Janowicz polishes off Simon to reach Paris final Czechs close to retaining Fed Cup title November 03, 2012 Man United go top as Van Persie haunts Arsenal Hamilton on pole for Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Prakash Amritraj lifts ITF title Ask Hockey India about India's Oly flopshow, not me: Nobbs Liverpool will strengthen in January, says Rodgers WADA won't appeal against Armstrong ruling Formula One teams face fee hike for 2013 Messi's girlfriend gives birth to son Thiago Bhupathi-Bopanna pair enters Paris semis, clinch WTF berth Paris Masters: Janowicz continues magical run New York cancels Sunday marathon in wake of storm November 02, 2012 40 Indian athletes in IAAF list of dope offenders Amritraj, Myneni to meet in Pune ITF Futures final Somdev in quarters of US Challenger Bhullar fires 68 to set up weekend move at WGC-HSBC Champions Sauber can expect no favours from Hulkenberg Ferrari break F1 curfew to help Alonso Ferguson refuses to believe Chelsea claims Klinsmann open to discussion over Donovan's future Tiger blames fatigue for missing WGC event Wenger calls on fans to respect Van Persie Emotional Janowicz goes all out in search for sponsors Paris Masters: Murray wastes match point in defeat If there's anything to prove, it's to myself: Advani November 01, 2012 Murray wastes match-point, loses to qualifier Janowicz Sania to partner Bob Bryan at Aus Open Myneni, Amritraj in ITF Futures semis McCarthy takes over as Ipswich boss IOC to investigate Armstrong's Olympic medal HIL: Spain's Alegre brothers to figure in players' auction Goals may flow as United and Van Persie host Arsenal Abu Dhabi GP: Alonso gets ready to bare his teeth Bin Hammam loses appeal against latest ban Britain seeks clarity on Serbian brawl charges Chastened Lakers hope 'time' will be the healer NYC marathon will proceed as planned: Bloomberg Williams sisters urge African women to play tennis Deflated Djokovic knocked out of Paris Masters League Cup: Chelsea beat United, Liverpool out Benzema, Kaka steer Real to King's Cup win October 31, 2012 Somdev ends losing streak United SC sacks rape-accused, E Bengal retains another Nico Hulkenberg to leave Force India and join Sauber Manpreet to lead India Jrs in Sultan of Johar Cup City's Richards out for up to 16 weeks NBA: Weakened Mavericks stun Lakers Thorpe talks sexuality, beating depression in autobiography Photos: FIFA World Cup mascots of the decade Wimbledon will be my priority next season: Sharapova Paris Masters: Tsonga books spot in third round with Benneteau win League Cup: Arsenal rally to record stunning 7-5 win King's Cup: Barcelona have it easy against Alaves EPL: Referee Clattenburg to be probed for alleged racism October 30, 2012 Danish badminton great Gade hangs his racquet Messi wins 2nd Golden Boot, desires to end career at Barca Vettel's Red Bull looks like an indomitable beast Team Sky's sports director quits after doping confession Djokovic to pip Federer for top spot in tennis rankings Norwegian FA calls for extra player rule for lopsided matches Messi in contention for fourth successive Ballon d'Or honour FA to probe ref Clattenburg following Chelsea complaint October 29, 2012 'I simply followed the calling of World billiards' I-League: Edeh takes East Bengal past Pune FC McIlroy edges Woods to claim China exhibition victory Mallya keeps Sutil in mind for Force India It's time govt waives import duty on F1 race: FMSCI, JPSI Hockey India prunes probables' list to 33 Raikkonen extends stay at Lotus F1 team Team by team analysis of Indian Grand Prix European soocer: United scrape through, Barca rout Rayo Ferrer wins Valencia Open for sixth title of year I deserve top ranking, says Serena Williams Serena outserves Sharapova to claim WTA title in Istanbul Pankaj Advani wins his seventh World billiards crown Chelsea file complaint over referee's language The best images from the Indian Grand Prix Photos: Bollywood, sports stars rev it up at Indian GP Hernandez seals controversial win for Man United October 28, 2012 Chinappa wins Penang Open squash title Del Potro stuns Federer to win Basel title Low turnout of spectators at BIC as compared to last year Saina Nehwal loses in French Open final EPL: Everton, Liverpool share spoils in Merseyside derby Vettel determined to end Ferrari speculation I-League: East Bengal look to maintain winning momentum Vijay Mallya to reveal drivers' line up next month Yates quits cycling, no link with Armstrong say Team Sky Bagan struggle to their first win of the season Focus, discipline are ingredients of my success:Vettel France could return in 2013: Ecclestone Narain couldn't show his power in HRT, feels Coulthard Indian Grand Prix is very special: Vettel Vettel rules the Indian Grand Prix again, Alonso second Man City beat Swansea and climb to second Photos: Harbhajan Singh at Indian Grand Prix Gagan Narang to flag off Indian Grand Prix Rupesh wins World Billiards point frame title Messi hits 301 career goals mark in Rayo rout Federer to face Del Potro in Basel final Serena and Sharapova set up final showdown Coe reveals Olympic fears that kept him awake at night Alonso confident he can still win F1 title October 27, 2012 Lippi leads Guangzhou to Chinese Super League title Jeevan outclasses Pavic to win ITF singles title I-League: Easy win for Churchill Brothers I-League: Sporting desperate for their first win Hockey Olympian Claudius hospitalised In PIX: Indian GP moves on from the dog days of 2011 Vettel storms India, Alonso must attack Ferrari say navy flag on cars not a political statement Chong Wei invites fans to wedding via Facebook Vettel secures Indian GP pole in Red Bull one-two Almagro's Tour Finals hopes dented by Ferrer Bundesliga: Son continues to shine for Hamburg 'I am amazed at the rise of Formula One in India' India GP: Vettel tops third practice session Mallya questions Indian media's credibility on arriving at India GP Steely Saina storms into French Open final Azarenka finishes year as No 1 after win over Li Napoli charged for match-fixing, get UEFA warning Qualifying race will be key to success: Hamilton Raikkonen enjoys strong Indian debut Player exodus catching up with Arsenal PHOTOS: India gears up for second F1 Grand Prix October 26, 2012 Indian ministry irked by Ferrari's flag gesture No Tour de France winner from 1999-2005: UCI CCI-ITF: Jeevan to meet Pavic for title Manchester United suffer Kagawa injury setback R K Shetty quits from post of IHF president First look: India Grand Prix trophy unveiled FI is apolitical, Ecclestone on Ferrari flag controversy Serbian FA suspends Under-21 players over Eng racism row Three-times Tour winner LeMond urges McQuaid to resign Ecclestone mulls having two races in India Yuvraj to attend India GP, Tendulkar to give it a miss Delhi to host India-Korea Davis Cup tie India GP: Vettel fastest in India GP practice India GP, Day 1: Schumi astonished at fan following McLaren can challenge Red Bull: Button Nadal still recuperating, to skip Paris Masters, London Tour finals Europa: Palacio strikes late winner for Inter, Liverpool down Anzhi F1: Indian GP awaits 'absconder' Mallya's arrival WTA Istanbul: Serena beats World No 1 Azarenka again to reach semis Gutierrez to replace ailing Perez for Sauber's 1st practice October 25, 2012 Saina reaches world number 3 after Denmark win Nedunchezhiyan ousts Rungkat to make CCI-ITF SF Saina enters quarter-finals of French Open Perez doubtful for Indian GP practice Pakistan Hockey Federation's selection committee dissolved Ferguson aims to get balance right at Chelsea Lakers to rest Bryant ahead of season start English Players' Union backs tougher racism sanctions Raonic, Isner crash out in Valencia; Cilic through Indian GP: Ferrari fly flag for Italian sailors WTA C'ships: Azarenka, Sharapova survive marathons 'Focus is singles, but doubles is natural for me' Some Champions League groups are a joke: Mourinho CL: Real among big guns left reeling by defeats Photos: Putt naturally, golf glamour for these sportsmen! Alonso has a good chance of winning the title: Webber Maradona celebrates 52nd b-day in Kannur, enthralls fans October 24, 2012 Vishnu crashes out; Jeevan in quarters Saina enters 2nd round of French Open Super Series Indian shuttlers in for a bonanza in IBL Fans can make Indian GP most exciting race: Hamilton Maradona magic enthrals thousands of football fans PHOTOS: Barca, United pull off great escapes Soccer's goal-line technology passes another hurdle Holder Kvitova toppled by Radwanska Shahktar beat Chelsea; Barca, Manchester Utd recover PHOTOS: Sharapova-Serena in X-rated Turkey talk Brothel, funeral home bail out Greek soccer clubs October 23, 2012 Manchester United "not for sale" - executive London Olympics under budget despite high running costs David Booth succeeds Bencherifa at Salgaocar Vijayragavan stretches top seed Vardhan Yuki Bhambri stuns Tursunov in Seoul Mumbai Hockey Association told to vacate premises India host South Korea in Davis Cup 1st round Force India eye points for both cars at Indian GP EPL weekend wrap: Chelsea maintain lead, Arsenal lose Armstrong deletes Tour wins reference in Twitter profile Can we really forget Lance Armstrong's legacy? SAG: Ex-LTTE men make SL's shooting probables list Champions League: United rest Ferdinand, Evra Maradona in Kerala with jewellery, not football, on his mind Dortmund eye top spot when they face injury-hit Real Armstrong gate fallout: Sponsors distance cyclist USADA asserts, banning Armstrong just the start Armstrong's victims feel vindicated following USADA reports India is special; BIC is different track: Hamilton October 22, 2012 Balaji rallies to make second round of CCI tennis Prasad strikes gold at Finnish boxing tourney Bryan twins best for record eighth time Armstrong banned for life, loses Tour de France titles United in favourable position ahead of Braga visit Champions League: Russian clubs search for first points Evans says never discussed doping with Armstrong doctor C League: Celtic look to erase woeful record in Spain Chelsea unlikely to extend Terry's, Lampard's contracts Dzeko rescues City, Messi tricks as Barca down Deportivo Venus ends title drought with Luxembourg win UEFA or FIFA won't do anything about racism: Campbell Two draws, two own goals and two reds in England October 21, 2012 Kremlin Cup: Wozniacki defeats Stosur in a thriller Superb Saina clinches Denmark Open title World Billiards: Advani, Sethi continue great form Indian Open: Thailand's Wiratchant wins; Kapur finishes fourth Boxer's assured of silver at Finnish boxing tourney AFC U-19: Indian women beat Bangladesh in qualifiers Alankamony clinches her second WISPA title Pedrosa weathers storm to claim Malaysia victory Women's hockey: Railways, Haryana make semis Bundesliga: Dortmund, Schalke fans held after clashes Armstrong's fate looms as USADA decision out on Monday FA to investigate attack on Sheffield Wednesday's Kirkland Rio's protest to wearing anti-racism shirt angers Fergie Arjun Atwal drops to third at McGladrey Classic Indonesia Open golf: Smriti falters, ends tied eighth Ligue 1: Nadal watches as PSG go top Spanish cyclist Contador says focus on future after Armstrong gate La Liga: Messi slams 15th 'trick as Barca edge Deportivo EPL PHOTOS: City, United keep pressure on leaders Chelsea Denmark Open: Saina Nehwal in final, to face Schenk Serie A: Substitutes give Juventus 2-0 win over Napoli October 20, 2012 Kremlin Cup: Stosur beats Ivanovic to meet Wozniacki in final World billiards: Pankaj, Geet off to winning start EPL: Mata doubles earns Chelsea victory at Spurs 'No regrets' of not being part of F1: Chandhok Schumacher, Rosberg looking forward to Indian GP Saina enters Denmark Open semis Record lap puts Lorenzo on pole in Malaysia We will move forward: Lance Armstrong Atwal grabs lead at Sea Island Forget the Hindi, Kaltenborn's Indian roots strong October 19, 2012 Macau Open: Joshna in semis, Dipika bows out Ramsay takes three-shot lead at Hero Indian Open McLaren learn from Indian driving lesson Rabobank ends sponsorship of professional cycling New Jersey race to be postponed: Ecclestone Terry racism row damaged England's reputation: FA India should be ashamed of 168th place in FIFA: Baan Hudson says Torres can succeed Osgood I have the speed to deserve a better place: Narain Olympic medalist Vijay Kumar named 'Services Best Sportsman' Bencherifa appointed Mohun Bagan coach India's Smriti Mehra takes lead at Indonesia Ladies Open Terry retains captaincy despite punishment by Chelsea With tour in sight, cyclist Cavendish leaves Team Sky Kremlin Cup: Stosur survives Cornet scare, Dolgopolov out Lazio fined for racist chanting at Europa game Cycling Australia official quits after doping admission October 18, 2012 FIFA's Valcke taken to hospital in Rio Sania-Nuria bow out of Kremlin Cup Morrison, Ramsay share lead at Hero Indian Open Cole fined by FA for Twitter insult Somdev loses in first round as poor run continues Saina storms into quarter-finals of Denmark Open Terry will not appeal against racist abuse ban Sauber F1 hopeful Gutierrez to test in Abu Dhabi Call for UCI chief to act on Armstrong affair or quit Vijay Kumar signs deal with sports marketing firm Percept Neymar shrugs off jet lag to score stunning Santos goal Racism allegations heat up between Serbia, England Denmark Open: Sourabh upsets Peter Gade, enters second round Spurs' Villas-Boas looking to avenge Chelsea exit Sky team members issued with ultimatum US lacks quality of defence for World Cup qualifiers Factbox: State of the Lance Armstrong Foundation's finances In-form Bhullar eyes Indian Open golf title October 17, 2012 England held 1-1 by Poland in World Cup qualifier Saina breezes in second round of Denmark Open Sanam qualifies for singles main draw Former India goalkeeper Kakade passes away Indian franchise set for pullout from World Boxing Series Wolff drives an F1 car with De Villota on her mind AAI election: Rao braces up to take on Malhotra Indian Olympic Association to set poll process rolling Armstrong steps down from charity; Nike drops sponsorship All about the Lance Armstrong doping case Spain's Ferrer books berth in London Masters finals Coe set to head British Olympic Association Cyclist sacked after doping admission to USADA England U-21 players attacked by Serbia opponents Ferrari denies involvement in Armstrong's doping programme WC qualifiers: Germany, Spain held; England match postponed Massa stays at Ferrari for 2013 October 16, 2012 International friendly: Patchy India go down 0-2 to Singapore IOC ponders Armstrong 2000 Games medal options Evergrande's Lippi dismisses rumours of Drogba swoop Jaspal Rana appointed junior pistol coach Kremlin Cup: Sania-Nuria enter second round Hamilton backs 'former foe' Alonso to win F1 world title Hamilton is loved by us at McLaren: Whitmarsh Hockey India League signs up 10 Australian players Japan angered by French TV's 'Fukushima effect' joke Basel coach fired five months after winning double AFC apologises for 'racist' nickname against UAE team From shy guy to resolute leader, Ronaldo on a 100 Benzema vows France will play like warriors against Spain Former AFC chief Bin Hammam appeals to CAS over ban 'Armstrong had motorcyclist deliver EPO in 1999' October 15, 2012 Mikel is Chelsea's unsung hero, says Di Matteo Real's Marcelo could be out of action for three months Yeongam style not enough to attract F1 fans Alonso finds possibilities to claim c'ship despite losing lead Lampard, Bertrand ruled out of Poland WC qualifier Djokovic in contention for No.1 spot after Asian 'double' Hamilton heroic as title hopes disappear Jeev has set targets for us: Bhullar October 14, 2012 Rapper Psy brings 'Gangnam Style' to Korean GP Hong Kong crowned Asian sevens champions Zidane eyes France job as he joins coaching programme Hulkenberg may leave Force India for Sauber: Reports Chandhok's team JRM Racing grab season's best result Bhullar wins Macau Open, Kapur fifth Djokovic downs Murray to take Shanghai title Armstrong could take lie test over doping Paes-Stepanek down Bhupathi-Bopanna, win Shanghai title Photos: Vettel wins to seize F1 lead from Alonso 12 medals in Rio isn't a pipedream: Tendulkar Biographer exposes Armstrong's 'drug bus' in new book MotoGP: Pedrosa stays in the hunt with Japan win Force India play down impact of Mallya's troubles Vettel wins, takes F1 title lead from Alonso Walcott ruled out of England's trip to Poland Drogba double for Ivorians sparks riot in Dakar Nedunchezhiya, Bhambri emerge Nat tennis champions Anand finishes fifth after another draw Sauber chief Kaltenborn flies a flag for women in F1 October 13, 2012 Mohun Bagan coach Santosh Kashyap resigns Smeltz gives NZ important World Cup win over Tahiti Shamim Khan wins BILT Open golf in playoff Denmark claim racism after Bulgaria match Kalmadi reveals he will not contest IOA elections Pix: Pedro treble in Spain win, Russia stun Portugal Shanghai Masters: Bhupathi-Bopanna to face Paes-Stepanek in final Australian White admits to doping within Armstrong team Djokovic to face Murray in Shanghai Masters final Sania set to launch academy in March 2013 Women's nat'l hockey c'ship to commence on Sunday Korean GP: Force India's Hulkenberg to start 8th Webber pips Vettel to pole at Korean GP Ronaldo deserves Ballon d'or more than Messi: Mourinho Anand shocked by Carlsen in Final Masters Messi shines as Argentina trounce Uruguay Pedro scores hat-trick as Spain rout Belarus Federer, Murray semis showdown in Shanghai No rider should inherit Armstrong titles: Tour director AC Milan denies plans to sell stake to Qatar October 12, 2012 Bhullar stays in lead at Macau Open Nedunchezhiyan, Khade to clash in Nat tennis final I-League: Dempo drub Sporting Clube de Goa Shanghai Masters: Hesh-Bopanna, Paes-Stepanek in semis Shanghai Masters: Murray survives tricky Stepanek test South Korean GP: Vettel leads Red Bull one-two in practice Milan director plays down talk of Berlusconi exit Schumacher reprimanded for impeding HRT drivers Rose edges Westwood to win Turkish jackpot Borini injury adds to Liverpool's striking woes Force India is closely watched by Monisha's Sauber Tyson refused New Zealand visa again Ex-Dutch international Davids joins Barnet McLaren's 2007 'spy' fine declared tax deductible Cycling Australia calls for criminalising doping in sport Malaysian athletics official banned for dope connection I must improve my attitude on the pitch: Suarez Oscar, Kaka star as Brazil slam six past Iraq in friendly Unfazed Armstrong chalking out plans for 2013 Cole admits FA charge over Twitter rant Former Germany forward Haller dead Final Masters: Anand held to draw by Caruana, out of title race US soccer club to continue with Livestrong stadium name IOC not contemplating action against Sydney Games medallist Armstrong Force India car good enough for podium finish: Nico Rooney to captain England as Lampard ruled out October 11, 2012 Paes-Stepanek in last eight at Shanghai Masters Nat tennis: Rawat rallies to overcome Munshaw Lebanese striker Moghrabi 'tricks' in Churchill's big win Advani opts for World billiards after clash in dates Djokovic reaches Shanghai quarters with ease Bhupathi-Bopanna in quarters of Shanghai Masters 'Nobody needs to cry for me. I'm going to be great' USADA statement on doping conspiracy Makes no difference to be second if you don't win:Kimi Former teammates present damning testimonies against Armstrong England's Lampard ruled out of San Marino match How the noose was tied around Armstrong's neck India-born Kaltenborn first female F1 team principal USADA accuses Armstrong of being doping ringleader Former Armstrong teammate admits to doping October 10, 2012 Kaka is my idol: Neymar Germans to get monetary boost for each World Cup qualifier England defenders looking to fill place left vacant by Terry Injured Fellaini sidelined for Belgian WC qualifier SAARC football: U-14 team off to winning start, beat Afghanistan 2-1 Vijender to debut in 81kg category at 2013 World C'ship 'Mata's absence is proof of quality in Spain squad' Tsonga to debut at Hopman Cup Final Masters: Draw number seven for Anand Uruguay face Messi headache ahead of WC qualifier Nadal recovering slowly, not thinking too far ahead Abidal back in training following liver transplant Cyclist Lance Armstrong cheated: USADA report 'Tyson gets Australia visa for speaking event' Nat Tennis: Nedunchezhiya in quarter-finals Alonso inspired by samurai swordsman for Korean GP October 09, 2012 India to bid for 2014 AFC Challenge Cup Indian challenge ends at Tashkent Challenger English FA rules out British men's team at Rio Olympics Bolton sack manager Coyle after poor start to season Hockey India names WSH players in core probables Cole free for England after personal apology to FA boss Donovan back for US, Altidore axed McIlroy cool on Woods rivalry ahead of Turkey showdown Yet another draw for Anand in Final Masters chess Bolt eyes 'three-peat' at 2016 Rio Olympics I-League: Venkatesh takes Pune FC past ONGC F1 title race is a battle between Alonso and Vettel October 08, 2012 Ronaldo to join Portugal squad despite shoulder injury Chelsea's Cole charged by FA over Twitter rant CSI urges IOC to ensure Kalmadi's ouster Joshua, Noah rev it up at Nat Dirt Track Racing Sauber to reveal new team before end of season I-League: Sporting Clube hold East Bengal Hamilton gets himself all in a twitter with Button Honours even in Messi-Ronaldo showdown Messi, Ronaldo score twice in drawn 'Clasico' Man United in rampant mood, four straight wins for Spurs October 07, 2012 Azarenka outclasses Sharapova to take China title Djokovic beats Tsonga for third China Open title F1 c'ship thrown wide open after Vettel wins in Japan Nishikori rips Raonic to win Japan Open Chelsea to take action against Cole for anti-FA tweet Japan Open: Paes-Stepanek fail to cross final barrier Vettel races to victory in Japan, cuts Alonso's lead Bayern beat Hoffenheim to maintain five-point lead Alonso crashes out of Japanese GP October 06, 2012 Bhullar makes cut, but slips to tied 44th in third round 'Suspend Kalmadi, Verma, Bhanot from IOA' Sania-Nuria finish runners-up at China Open Djokovic to meet Tsonga in China final I-League: Dempo win against Churchill Brothers Hulkenberg to start 15th, Di Resta 11th in Japanese GP Chelsea move four points clear, City up to second Top seeds Azarenka, Sharapova set up China Open final Paes-Stepanek in final of Japan Open Phelps produces stroke of genius at Dunhill pro-am Dane Agger signs new long-term deal at Liverpool Murray's Tokyo loss provides perspective Vettel back on pole in Japanese Bull run October 05, 2012 Paes-Stepanek in semis of Japan Open McLaren keep the door open for Hamilton return Sania-Nuria in final of China Open I-League: Defending champs Dempo to take on Churchill FA explain reasons for Terry ban and fine Jeev lies sixth at the Canon Open in Japan Under-pressure Real Madrid to play catch-up in 'Clasico' Rosberg helped Hamilton make his mind up Racquets smashed as Murray wins in Tokyo Indo-Pak Express derails as Aisam snubs Bopanna Japanese GP: Schumacher crashes, Webber sets the pace Hodgson apologises after saying Rio's 'career is finished' Liverpool go down to Udinese in Europa League Ferrari was never an option: Perez Alonso backs Hamilton's decision to leave McLaren Ennis named European athlete of the year Federer's security tightened after receiving death threat in Shanghai Schumacher may be the greatest, but not most popular October 04, 2012 Celtic keeper Forster gets first England call-up Japan Open: Paes-Stepanek advance to 2nd round Kaka working his way back into Real contention China Open: Sania-Nuria in semis; Hesh-Bopanna in QF India climb a rung to 168th in FIFA rankings Berdych steamrolls Falla to enter Tokyo quarters Schumacher to retire at the end of F1 season Wigan manager Martinez fined for referee tirade Serie A club Napoli's offices raided by finance police Hamilton eyes greatness with Mercedes 'challenge' CL PIX: Real Madrid crush Ajax; Arsenal labour to win Black out disrupts Argentina-Brazil friendly CL: Real ride on Ronaldo hat-trick, City, PSG flop October 03, 2012 Two Jamaican athletes face discipline for doping Indian Grand Prix targets long-term success Former World No. 1 Ochoa makes comeback in France New Zealand bans former boxing champ Mike Tyson Rafa Nadal to play in Abu Dhabi Punjab emerge champions in senior hockey national Champions League: BATE stun Bayern; Chelsea win easily October 02, 2012 Former Germany captain Ballack retires at 36 Australian Open organisers splash cash at players Women's boxing to debut at Glasgow Commonwealth Games Messi not right choice for Ballon d'Or: Ibrahimovic Murray blows out cobwebs on return in Tokyo West Ham continue fine start, add to QPR woes October 01, 2012 Air India, Punjab in Sr National hockey final Indian judokas win 2 silver, 3 bronze in Asian Ch'ship CL Preview: Benfica's new midfield faces Barca test Di Matteo plots end to road less travelled Hockey Nationals: It's AI vs Karnataka; Haryana vs Punjab in semis Pedrosa seals easy win in Aragon Europe clinch Ryder Cup with stunning comeback Love stunned by US Ryder Cup collapse East Bengal beat Dempo 3-2 to lift Federation Cup Ronaldo treble lifts Real to 5-1 win over Deportivo September 30, 2012 Gasquet wins all-French final in Bangkok Delhi Half Marathon: Kipyego, Wude brave humid condition to win Ryder Cup: US stretch lead to 10-6 at Medinah La Liga: Villa late show snatches Barca win at Sevilla EPL PIX: Spurs end Man United hoodoo, Chelsea win Imperious Juventus sweep poor Roma aside Anand draws with Carlsen; Caruana continues to leads September 29, 2012 Senior National hockey: Karnataka, Jharkhand enter quarters Hooda announces cash award for wrestlers Geeta, Babita Yuki bows out of China Open qualifiers India open campaign with 3-0 win over Wales Ryder Cup: US sizzle in sunshine to lead Europe 5-3 Hamilton move part of growing up, says Coulthard Hodgson knighted in Finland for services to football Chelsea win at Arsenal to continue strong start Fed Cup: East Bengal wary against sublime Dempo Petroleum clinch men's and women's badminton title for 14th time Taiwan Masters: Bhullar rises to fifth, eyes another good finish Wrestling: Geeta clinches 2nd bronze at World C'ships Baku Open chess: Negi wins 7th round, moves up to joint 2nd Anand draws again in Chess Masters Petrova stuns Radwanska to win Tokyo title September 28, 2012 Paes-Tecau bow out of Thailand Open PHOTOS: Saina on Cloud 9 after IAF aircraft sortie Dempo set up Fed Cup final with East Bengal Dipika loses to Duncalf in US squash meet Chess Masters: Anand to face Karjakin in fourth round Babita notches up bronze in World Championships Perez to take Hamilton's place at McLaren next season Radwanska to face Petrova in Tokyo final Hamilton signs three-year deal with Mercedes Olympic champion Phelps eager to make mark as golfer Ryder Cup: US have slight edge over Europe French centenarian cyclist aims for 100 km record Kaka named in Brazil squad after two-year absence September 27, 2012 Fed Cup: East Bengal down Churchill to reach final John Terry banned for four matches Azarenka pulls out, Sharapova upset in Tokyo EPL: Terry in focus as Chelsea look to gun down Arsenal Mancini slams rival managers for touchline behaviour Santiago Bernabeu Trophy: Kaka rises from oblivion to score hat-trick Zidane's head-butt immortalised in Paris art museum Chess Masters: Anand held by leader Caruana Report on Armstrong ban to be submitted by Oct 15 League Cup: United beat Newcastle, Reds sink West Brom September 26, 2012 Maharashtra hold Haryana, stay in hunt for quarters Former Man City manager Bond dies aged 79 Paes-Tecau pair in 2nd round of Thailand Open Sanam puts up brave fight against Davydenko Weymuller Open: Dipika a win away from making main draw Foley designs Indian F1 Grand Prix trophy Pan Pacific Open: Sharapova eases past Safarova End in sight for F1's game of musical chairs? In-form Errani sends Bartoli packing in Tokyo Platini determined to introduce Winter World Cup Formula One: Doubts over New Jersey race, Austin on track Manchester City, Everton suffer League Cup exits Woods accepts responsibility for US Ryder Cup woes Anand draws with Aronian; Caruana leads Terry's all gold for us, say Chelsea after 6-0 romp United's Vidic ruled out for two months Mourinho reckons he'll be coaching even at 70! September 25, 2012 East Bengal pip Kalighat to enter Federation Cup semis HC seeks Centre, IOA replies on IHF plea Hockey nationals: Air India, MP book quarters berth Ibrahimovic will score more than 30 league goals: Papin Pan Pacific Open: Erroneous Sharapova stutters into quarters Pan Pacific Open: Sania-Nuria suffer first round exit Chess Masters: Vallejo Pons holds Anand in opener Club World Cup: Chelsea face Monterrey or Asian Champs FA reject Terry claim of forcing his retirement Nadal recuperation on track, will not rush back Hodgson disappointed with Terry retirement decision Walcott wants to stay at Arsenal as contract talks continue La Liga: Real Madrid labour to 2-0 win at lowly Rayo September 24, 2012 Ronjan wins silver at ISSF World Cup finals Haryana mountaineer Sauda scales Mount Elbrus England keen to stage 2020 Euro finals Goan flavour for Fed Cup semis as Salgaocar, Churchill advance Anand to play Vallejo in Masters opener AIFF gets government nod to host U-17 World Cup Hockey nationals: Haryana thrash Bengal to record second win IOA threaten to move court over age, tenure rules La Liga: Abandoned Real-Rayo game to be played on Monday USADA to send Armstrong file to UCI for ratifying ban Ivanovic seeking to recapture former glory EPL: Worrying times for Mancini but Wenger is buoyant Marseille win to record best start in 50 years Serie A: Milan lose again with two players sent off Former England captain Terry quits internationals Photos: Special victory delights sluggish Vettel September 23, 2012 Hockey Nationals: Holders Haryana beat Bhopal 2-1 AFC U-16: India go down fighting to Uzbekistan Serie A: Cagliari game called off after club defies order Force India's Di Resta finishes 4th at Singapore GP EPL: Van Persie sinks Liverpool, Man City held Vettel reignites title push in Singapore Federation Cup: Dempo in semis; EB, Sporting Clube in the hunt Abhishek Matoria is elected IBF President Kapur finishes tied 4th to claim biggest prize money of the year Bundesliga: Bayern sting Schalke, Dortmund lose Tsonga reaches Metz final, Seppi beats Monfils La Liga: Xavi, Messi score late to help Barca stay on top Senna given grid penalty for gearbox change Wozniacki routs Kanepi to clinch year's first title Deepika clinches silver at archery World Cup September 22, 2012 Late Cole goal gives Chelsea win over Stoke Di Resta qualifies 6th for Singapore GP Hamilton storms to pole position in Singapore Gangjee crashes out of Golf Classic in Texas Sharmila misses cut despite fine finish Kapur rallies on back to stay in contention in Japan Federation Cup: Salgaocar defeats United Sikkim 3-0 HIL: MHA in dilemma over Govt request for stadium Karnataka HC stays AITA ban on Bhupathi, Bopanna Ferguson asks Manchester United fans to avoid personal hatred September 21, 2012 Dempo beat Shillong Lajong, Pailan hold Mumbai FC HI not entitled to conduct official tournaments, says IHF 'Had to go for new Davis Cup team as seniors were ageing' Sharmila opens with a steady round of 72 in Tenerife Perez plays down talk of switch to bigger team Gangjee in danger of missing cut at WNB Golf Classic Mexico to bid to stage third World Cup finals in 2026 Tiger lands first blow in East Lake 'duel' with Rory Europa League: Liverpool win eight-goal match, Vargas hat-trick for Napoli September 20, 2012 Mourinho takes legal action against journalist Photos: Salgaocar, Pune FC win Fed Cup matches Indian challenge ends as Sindhu, Jayaram exit Japan Open Sindhu breaks into world top 20 Jeev, Shiv open strongly at Asia-Pacific Open Alonso seeks to tighten grip in Singapore 'Standard of Indian football up because of foreign recruits' Hamilton demands more consistency in title chase Arsenal build momentum in France before trip to City Brazil beat Argentina with last-gasp Neymar penalty PHOTOS: Messi header rescues Barca, English clubs stutter Messi upstages Ronaldo with Spartak double Title contender Raikkonen happy at Lotus, for now September 19, 2012 Bhupathi, Bopanna can appeal against punishment: AITA PHOTOS: Arrows hold Dempo, Lajong down Mumbai Lifter Chandrika wins bronze at Youth Championships We are a democratic institution, not one-man show: AITA Korean athlete accuses coach of abuse Barca fullback Alba out of Spartak game Venus to make Hopman Cup debut with Isner Ronaldo seals last-gasp win for Real; joy for PSG, Malaga Saina signs up 40-crore deal with Rhiti Sports Prayag's spectacular journey in Indian football This Salgaocar squad is one for the future: Bencherifa Jayaram, Sindhu reach second round in Japan Open Ronaldo's last-gasp goal takes Real Madrid past Man City September 18, 2012 AITA dares Bhupathi to take legal action Defence is key for Man United, says Ferguson 'The AITA is either misinformed or delusional' Bhupathi to partner Nestor before retiring in 2013 Bhupathi slams AITA's 'dictatorial attitude' CL Preview: Vilanova striking new beat at Barcelona Chelsea title thirst remains unquenched: Di Matteo No early exit for United this time, vows Ferguson CL Preview: Bayern start afresh with renewed optimism Hamilton holds the key to the F1 carousel Bayern's Robben still doubtful, Ribery fit Manchester City playmaker Silva signs new five-year deal Ba double earns Newcastle draw at Everton Phelps, Felix win top US Olympic athlete awards September 17, 2012 Bhupathi exploring legal options against AITA's ouster QPR's Johnson to miss most of season with knee injury Bhullar wins third Asian Tour title at Taipei Del Piero's new aim: Awakening soccer passion among Oz fans Hockey India name Koshy as full-time president Lajong FC signs on Nigerian Ebi Sukore Faltering Real begin C League campaign against City Euro soccer: Real fall at Sevilla, Spurs record first win 'I need to focus on giving 100 per cent with McLaren' Defoe brace earns Villas-Boas first Spurs win September 16, 2012 Ferrer holds off Isner to put Spain in final Yuki played well in patches: SP Misra No deal with Mercedes yet: Hamilton Indian women defend SAFF title in style Indiscipline will not be tolerated: AITA Davis Cup: Yuki, Sanam complete 5-0 rout of Kiwis Mourinho attacks Real players again after Sevilla defeat Martinez survives knockdown, defeats Chavez to reclaim title Davis Cup: Czechs go 2-1 up as Del Potro pulls out Milan booed off after shock home defeat by Atalanta EPL: United, Arsenal give top four familiar feel Bayern edge past Mainz, Dortmund beat Leverkusen La Liga: Real lose at Sevilla, Messi double for Barca September 15, 2012 AITA to stick to youngsters, Hesh-Bopanna out till 2014 Man United and Arsenal move up after emphatic wins Mampi upsets Anjali in 10m air rifle Ferdinand snubs Terry and Cole in pre-match handshake Stage set for Hamilton to scorch BKC roads India raises the bar, targets 25 medals in 2020 Olympics Italian Open: Shiv Kapur shoots 69, tied 14th Davis Cup: Youngsters help India stay in Group I Fighter Sindhu bows out of China Masters Mourinho plays down Ronaldo's 'sad' remarks Jamaicans to rule sprints for long time: Blake September 14, 2012 I played terribly in second set, confesses Yuki Bhambri Sindhu shocks London Olympics gold medallist Xuerui Hatton to return to ring in November Davis Cup: Yuki puts India ahead; bad light checks Vishnu Shiv Kapur 10th in Italian Open Bhullar second at Yeangder golf as rain stops play Ranchi franchise becomes third team in Hockey India League Football: India woman's team advance to SAFF C'ship final Bhakti is Goa's first Woman Grandmaster Pacquiao, Marque set for December 8 bout Dutch firm BAM to build Man City training centre Rain delays start of India-NZ Davis Cup tie Football: Police may face action over Hillsborough disaster Davis Cup: Isner shoulders US hopes against fancied Spain 'Tireless humanitarian' Ali honoured for civil rights work September 13, 2012 Golden double for Loganathan at National athletics 'Good guy' Tyson wants to dance to musicals Sindhu shocks world No 14; Gurusaidutt beats Kashyap AITA demands more money for players Davis Cup: Yuki, Vishnu to play on day one India's 2022 football World Cup goal: a pipe dream Davis Cup: Test for young Indians in absence of star players I'm focused on winning, not contracts, says Ronaldo September 12, 2012 British PM Cameron apologises for 1989 soccer stadium disaster Tendulkar calls up London Paralympic silver medallist Girisha 14 Pakistan players for Hockey India League auction Kashyap, Jayaram in second round of China Masters Greece's Karagounis joins Fulham on free transfer Former No.1 Juan Carlos Ferrero announces retirement Selection for Davis Cup will be decided on fitness: Coach Football: India U-16 lose second friendly Lendl traits mirror in Murray's meteoric success Spain, Germany labour to wins, Gerrard sent off as England held Jordan stun Australia in World Cup qualifier PHOTOS: Game, Set, Match at US Open September 11, 2012 Federer to play in Davis Cup tie vs Netherlands UEFA hands out millions to clubs for Euro 2012 Japan beat Iraq 1-0 in World Cup qualifier Tennis rankings: Divij cracks top-100 list, Paes at No 5 UEFA withholds prize money in first 'fair play' sanctions Hamilton's Mumbai drive shifted after residents object Praneeth loses in qualification round of China Masters Inspirational PHOTOS from the London Paralympic Games Secretary-General commends India's medal winner SAFF Championship: India toy with listless Bhutan Murray ends Britain's wait for Grand Slam glory Djokovic welcomes friend Murray into Grand Slam club Photos: Murray fights off Djokovic to win US Open FACTBOX: US Open champion Andy Murray Murray beats Djokovic in epic US Open final September 10, 2012 Thousands cheer British Olympians on streets of London I will cherish Chess Olympiad silver: Abhijeet Gupta McLaren to speed contract talks with Hamilton Kashyap leads Indian challenge at China Masters Factbox on US Open champion Serena Williams Williams boosted by new F1 commercial deal Hamilton wins to boos while Alonso feels the love Renault apologise after Red Bull draw a rare blank Italians win second Grand Slam doubles title Villa boost for Spain as favourites begin defence Djokovic threatens Murray's Grand Slam dream Djokovic hits out at crammed US Open schedule Contador bounces back from doping ban to claim Vuelta Serena underlines her greatness with epic win Serena wins US Open after stunning fightback September 09, 2012 Djokovic downs Ferrer to reach US Open final Abhijeet gets silver, bronze for Tania at Chess Olympiad SAFF Cup: Indian eves drub Sri Lanka 5-0 Hamilton reigns in Italy, Perez pushes Alonso to 3rd Vishnu, Kiwi players arrive for Davis Cup tie Di Resta records 4 points for Force India at Monza Lewis Hamilton wins Italian Grand Prix Force India's Di Resta teams up with Button's manager Stewart suggests Hamilton should stay at McLaren WC qualifier: Czechs hold Denmark to goalless draw US Open men's final moved to Monday after play suspended Sohail among 14 Pak stars for Hockey India League Murray overcomes Berdych to enter US Open final September 08, 2012 Knee surgery sidelines United's Jones for two months Paralympics: O'Hanlon gives thanks for disability WC qualifiers: Canada, Mexico, Jamaica take charge in CONCACAF Hamilton takes pole at Monza Federation Cup qualifiers to commence from Tuesday Bhullar finishes second at Worldwide Selangor Masters Magical Messi leads Argentina to top of World Cup table Di Resta gets five place grid penalty at Monza Sharapova looking forward to ice cream treat after exit Merritt sets hurdles world record, Bolt, Blake win Indian women crush Israel 3.5-0.5 at Chess Olympiad England, Germany, France win but Italy stumble Bryans always bring magic to the court: Paes Williams, Azarenka to clash in US Open final Bryan brothers beat Paes-Stepanek to win US Open Sharapova rallies to beat Bartoli and reach US Open semis September 07, 2012 Maken issues show cause notice to Paralympic Committee Chess Olympiad: Indian women tamed by Russia, men draw again Button, Hamilton put Twitter gaffe behind them Soares-Makarova win US Open mixed doubles Preview: Women's US Open semis offer classic matchups Indian Paralympics team felicitated by High Commissioner Pistorius gracious after 100m defeat to Peacock Hingis nominated for Hall of Fame Brilliant Djokovic, Ferrer through to US Open semis PHOTOS: Celebrities hit the US Open courts Competing against Blake every time would be boring: Bolt Coaches support 'improving' Europa League Paes-Stepanek meet Bryan brothers in US Open final September 06, 2012 FIFA wants India to host Under-17 World Cup Hoping to carry good form to Monza: Force India NRAI plans to appoint three Indian chief coaches World Series Hockey season 2 to commence on Dec 15 Mary urges fellow athletes to strive for a medal at next Olympics Lack of sponsor upsets Kashyap Paes-Stepanek in US Open semi-finals Disgraced Korean shuttlers have domestic bans lifted Paralympics: Former F1 driver enjoys golden day Chess Olympiad: Indian eves crush Vietnam; jump to joint second Djokovic prepared for tough battle against Del Potro Berdych stuns Federer at US Open US Open: Murray grows in confidence after amazing turnaround Serena storms into US Open semis Roddick, last link to US tennis supremacy, exits Vikas looking to learn from Olympics disappointment 'Arsenal can't compete with big clubs in transfer window' September 05, 2012 Casillas, Xavi win prestigious Spanish sports award AIFF optimistic even as FIFA ranking dips 'Sad' Ronaldo says, it is not about the money Berdych to lead Czech Davis Cup team against Argentina Suspension ends but Bin Hammam investigation goes on Brazil below Greece, Croatia and England in FIFA rankings England striker Carroll ruled out for up to six weeks Chess Olympiad: Indian women win; men held by Argentina Messi aims to extend love affair with Argentina fans Former United striker Owen joins Stoke City PHOTOS: Azarenka, Ferrer advance at rain-hit US Open Lack of education is hurting Li: Chinese official Fans criticise Berbatov for snubbing national team We are better than FIFA rankings suggest: Nabi Ronaldo's 'sadness' at Madrid has teammates surprised September 04, 2012 D'Ambrosio to replace Grosjean at Italian GP Pistorius to be let off lightly for controversial outburst Button 'disappointed' by Hamilton Twitter gaffe US Open: Paes, Sania out of mixed doubles Pistorius shows disabled sport can stand controversy Girisha bags first Paralympic medal for India McIlroy wins Deutsche Bank title by one shot Russian duo get revenge on Williams sisters at US Open US Open: Murray, Williams and Federer reach quarters September 03, 2012 Paes in quarters of men's, mixed doubles Lance Armstrong: Living strong Serie A: Juventus pile on the misery for hapless Udinese PHOTOS: Sharapova survives upset bid by Petrova La Liga: Ronaldo gets Real back on track, Barca win Chelsea to splash 48m pounds on Radamel Falcao Bundesliga: Bayern score six against shoddy Stuttgart 'Big release' for Clijsters as career ends September 02, 2012 US OPEN: Djokovic rolls into the fourth round Photos: Van Persie hat-trick seals win for United Grosjean banned for Italian Grand Prix India are Nehru cup champions Ramsay wins European Masters to claim second tour title Hulkenberg records career-best position at Belgian GP Podolski on target as Arsenal cruise past Liverpool Button savours Spa win after Alonso crashes out Paralympic athlete alleges lack of escorts, officials deny Alonso, Hamilton crash out of Belgian GP Clijsters career ends with doubles defeat Another Twitter tangle for Lewis Hamilton Friedel still the number one for Villas-Boas I am injury-free and ready for action, Essien says Manchester City striker Balotelli needs minor eye surgery Injured Carroll out of England World Cup squad Geale steals Sturm's thunder to add WBA title Barca's Vilanova dispels doubts over Fabregas form Sania-Bethanie in US Open 3rd round Pistorius smashes 200m world record in London opener Federer, Serena march on in US Open heat Old hands lift Man City while Spurs booed off September 01, 2012 Premier League: Swansea and Everton lose perfect records Button puts McLaren on pole in Belgium Carroll fits in quickly as West Ham thump Fulham Belgian GP: Force India's Paul di Resta qualifies in top-10 PHOTOS: Sharapova continues to blaze trail From prodigy to giant-killer, Robson comes of age PHOTOS: Paes-Stepanek enter third round of US Open Real Madrid sign Essien on loan from Chelsea Dempsey quits Fulham to join Spurs Roddick staves off retirement, Djokovic wins Giant-killer Robson knocks out China's Li Na Falcao hat-trick leads Atletico to Super Cup win August 31, 2012 Milan sign Dutch midfielder De Jong Berbatov joins Fulham on two-year deal Nehru Cup: Samuel leads Cameroon to 1-0 win over India Chelsea owner Abramovich wins legal battle United rely on Van Persie in Rooney's absence Blackburn make record signing, Carroll moves to West Ham Chelsea open Champions League title defence against Juve US Open: Indians advance without much fuss Fellow cyclist to reveal Armstrong's trysts with doping in book US Open: Easy win for Federer; Tsonga, Venus out Chess Olympiad: Indian men beat Slovenia, women top Armenia Europa League: Liverpool strike late to break Hearts, CSKA out Roddick to quit after US Open Olympic laggard India finally gets ambitious August 30, 2012 Maken proposes marks to students for fitness Arsenal only non-winners seeded for Champions League draw Clijsters proud of herself, signs off with no regrets Mary Kom is now Bollywood's muse US Open: Clijsters sent out by Brit, Murray cruises Indian teams coast at Chess Olympiad Kashyap says Saina inspires him on court US Open: Sania advances with new partner, Bhupathi-Bopanna crash out PHOTOS: Real Madrid beat 10-man Barca to lift Super Cup Iniesta wins UEFA's Best Player in Europe award IHF blames IOA for Olympics hockey debacle Hawking says look to stars as Paralympics opens August 29, 2012 Vijay, Dutt conferred with Khel Ratna, Yuvi gets Arjuna Nehru Cup: Cameroon beat Maldives 3-1, set up final with India Mary Kom wants foreign coach for women boxers Sania and Mahesh Bhupathi split as a pair Barcelona to lodge second appeal against Vilanova dismissal Preview: Super Cup comes full circle with last Monaco match Indo-Pak hockey Tests to start from 2013 onwards Wrestler Sushil rues missing gold at London Games Hockey India curbs coach Nobbs's powers Udinese miss out on Champions League after penalty blunder US Open: Positive Murray looks to move into third round Indians off to a flier in Chess Olympiad Super Serena believes she is No.1 Krkic announces move to Milan; Dembele for Spurs US Open Photos: Djokovic, Serena roll into second round League Cup: Stoke knocked out by lowly Swindon after 4-3 loss August 28, 2012 India play out a goalless draw with Nepal in Nehru Cup Kagawa eyeing more goals, assists in Rooney's absence Stuttering Real seeking Super Cup fillip Eto'o refuses to return to 'amateurish' Cameroon setup Stakeholders row may force Shanghai to sell Drogba, Anelka Djokovic, Serena look to get New York crowd on their side US Open: Somdev goes down fighting Tennis is not free of drug cheats: Blake US Open: Federer, Murray, Sharapova sail into 2nd round Nehru Cup: Maldives scrape past Syria Fergie's sparing, yet successful Dutch deals August 27, 2012 Nehru Cup: India hoping beat Nepal and seal final berth Speed king Usian Bolt to become action hero? Real Madrid agree on Modric deal with Spurs Chandhok's JRM Racing finish 7th at Silverstone race Sushil Kumar, Yogeshwar Dutt honoured US Open: Will FedEx be dispatched? European soccer: Real defeated at Getafe, City hold Reds We need to assist athletes at grassroots level: Padukone US Open: Federer takes to court as World No 1 on day 1 Mistakes cost me dear at the Olympics: Devendro August 26, 2012 Defensive errors cost Liverpool victory against City Double Olympic champion Farah wins again in Birmingham Nehru Cup: Cameroon thrash Nepal 5-0 I'm a Wimbledon champion in my mind, says Murray Snooker: Advani enters quarter-finals Stoke hold Arsenal goalless PHOTOS: Van Persie and Hazard net first goals in wins 'Don't cry for me', says defiant Lance Armstrong Doubt-free Federer chasing more glory at U.S. Open Serie A: Juventus win, Fiorentina grab late victory August 25, 2012 Van Persie strikes as United edge Fulham 3-2 Nehru Cup: Chhetri brace leads India to win over Maldives Eto'o returns for Cameroon after eight-month ban Jeev to miss European Masters with injury Massive response for 2nd Indian F1 Grand Prix Liverpool confirm loan deal for Real Madrid's Sahin Advani beats former world No 1 Higgins Armstrong teammate Landis admits defrauding supporters Former team boss laments Armstrong's no-fight decision Armstrong finally loses the will to fight August 24, 2012 Syria eke out draw after Abduljaffal's late strike Armstrong stripped of Tour de France titles Shivendra holds coach Nobbs responsible for Olympic debacle Chelsea sign defender Azpilicueta from Marseille Yashvir, Fernandez among six coaches for Dronacharya India @ the London Games: Chat with Viren Rasquinha Rodgers concedes Liverpool needs more quality players to win silverware Europa League: Inter seal win in Zanetti's 800th game Bolt wins 200, Blake sets personal best Valdes error keeps Real in hunt for Super Cup Federer, Murray drawn in same half for U.S. Open Lance Armstrong gives up fight against USADA charges August 23, 2012 Nehru Cup: Maldives score over Nepal Indian sports today is looking bright: Gopichand Sharath leads PSPB in men's final Olympic golden boy Uchimura spooked by 'stalker' Hooda takes a jibe at Vijender at felicitation function EPL Preview: Wounded Liverpool welcome City's riches We are going to improve with every game: Koevermans Aguero could be back for Manchester City next month Vilanova calm ahead of first 'El Clasico' storm Champions League playoff: Malaga take control Maria Sharapova launches own candy line Manchester United may dump Nani Late Chelsea flurry earns victory over Reading August 22, 2012 Nehru Cup: India open with win over Syria AIFF celebrates Ptalinum Jubilee, honours former greats Arsenal player arrested for dangerous driving Juve coach Conte loses ban appeal Olympic bronze is great motivation for me: Saina Weightlifting coach Harnam angry at Dronacharya snub Gladbach, Basel stunned in Champions League playoffs Kitajima ponders future after London Olympics flop Yuki Bhambri advances in US Open qualfiers I will go where people really want me: Jose Mourinho English striker Ricketts signs for Dempo Spurs sign Adebayor from Manchester City Milan, Inter set to swap Cassano and Pazzini Dutch defender Buttner moves to Man United Mourinho, Vilanova face-off as Barca defend Super Cup August 21, 2012 We must play against top teams regularly: Sandeep Yashvir, Fernandez among six coaches named for Dronacharya You need to adjust according to the situation: Koevermans We need to understand what the coach wants: Chhetri PHOTOS: EPL, La Liga weekend action Man City relieved as Aguero injury is less serious Everton stun Man United in league opener George Soros reveals stake in Manchester United August 20, 2012 Garcia snaps PGA Tour drought, qualifies for Ryder Cup Barcelona complete signing of Song from Arsenal Chhetri to lead India in Nehru Cup football tournament Haryana police to honour London Olympians from state Sardar, Sandeep to play for Dutch side in Euro Hockey League My award can raise the profile of cue sport: Aditya Man City's Aguero calms fears over knee injury Pedrosa wins Indianapolis MotoGP China's Li beats Kerber to win Cincinnati title La Liga: Messi, Villa fire Barcelona to 5-1 win Title elude Bhupathi-Bopanna at Cincinnati Masters I did not get any invite from ministry: Shastri Federer defeats Djokovic for sixth title this year August 19, 2012 Sachin Tendulkar gifts BMW car to shuttler Saina City survive scare to win, Chelsea take it easy Bhupathi-Bopanna in final of Cincinnati Masters Li defeats battling Venus to reach Cincinnati final Shooting coach Thomas resigns after 19 years at helm Khel Ratna for Vijay, Yogeshwar; 25 to get Arjuna awards Djokovic to face Federer in Cincinnati final August 18, 2012 Arsenal midfielder Song set for Barca move Liverpool beaten on opening day, Arsenal draw Vijay, Yogeshwar to get Khel Ratna Bhupathi-Bopanna in semis of Cincinnati Masters Djokovic to face Del Potro again, Federer wins Kerber hands Serena rare loss, advances to semis President felicitates Olympic medal winners AITA drops Bhupathi, Bopanna; fields youngsters vs NZ Arsenal had no choice but to sell Van Persie: Wenger August 17, 2012 Ferguson backs 'Fab four' for goal glut reminiscent of 1999 treble winning season Nehru Stadium to host first two I-League round ties in October Cadet wrestlers denied chance of participation in Worlds Good start for Gangjee, placed 10th IOA Committee to decide who should run hockey in India Varied emotions of athletes as Olympic success sinks Call for sports medicine centre for better olympic results Spurs priced out of Moutinho deal, says Villas-Boas Van Persie completes move to Manchester United Life gets golden for Olympic champs Douglas, Wieber Dipika creates history, enters semis of Australian Squash Open Winning Slams is Sania's motivation after Olympics Liverpool set to sign Moroccon winger Assaidi Dutch midfielder Anita joins Newcastle Murray crashes out, Federer cruises at Cincinnati Fatigued Serena labours into Cincinnati quarters Ferguson hopeful Van Persie will play EPL opener August 16, 2012 Jamaica to use Usain Bolt to woo tourists Olazabal appoints three Ryder Cup vice-captains Titans duel for La Liga and 'world hegemony' Grover finishes 16th at World Junior Championship Another felicitation for Mary, men boxers also share dais Wisconsin shooting: Atwal to raise awareness about Sikhs Top three breeze into third round at Cincinnati Messi scores as Argentina win; Belgium stun Dutch Arsenal agree to sell Van Persie to Man United August 15, 2012 Nadal pulls out of U.S. Open with injury I got a tough draw, otherwise gold was certain: Yogeshwar Muamba retires on doctors advice Venus shows growing strength to beat Kirilenko Relieved to get an Olympic medal: Yogeshwar Bolt refuses to run in UK until tax laws changed Special One Mourinho now wants to be the Only One August 14, 2012 SpiceJet announces life time free air tickets to medal winners We could play 30-35 percent of our potential: Chetri Former world heavyweight champion Dokes dies Manchester United is largest sports IPO Injured Liu Xiang wants to compete again PIX: Tears, smiles by the billion at London Games London Olympics most watched in US TV history Confusion and lack of movement cost me semis: Mary Family awaits Olympic champion Sushil Kumar's return What went wrong with the Indian hockey team at London? Kvitova overcomes wobble, Li Na to claim Montreal title Terry gets go ahead to play CLeague opener after appeal The Losers of London Games 2012 August 13, 2012 Games security stayed in shadows, kept focus on sport Manchester City complete Rodwell signing McIlroy cruises to victory at PGA championship Ostapchuk stripped of gold medal for doping Warne wants Bolt for Big Bash Not so easy as it looked for US men Public and private sectors must encourage future Olympians KEY FACTS: London Olympic Games Best quotes from the London Olympics Happy and glorious, London signs off in style The WINNERS of London Games 2012 PHOTOS: Colourful party brings curtain down on Games Girl power carries US back to top of medal table August 12, 2012 Tendulkar congratulates Sushil after silver medal-win PHOTOS: Gold medal winners on Day 16 of the Games Manchester City beat 10-man Chelsea I am sure Sushil will win gold in the next Olympics: Satpal 'Proud of my husband going a step higher' Happy to deliver, even though medal was silver: Sushil Bolt, Farah steal the honours at the London Games Uganda's Kiprotich wins men's marathon Sushil Kumar settles for silver Ram Singh Yadav finishes 78th in marathon Cameron appoints Coe as Games legacy ambassador Sahaj Grover becomes Grandmaster Our hockey is dead, says Claudius We can get 25 medals in 2020 Games: Maken Brilliant Sushil assured a medal with final entry Sushil scripts history, storms into final Germany win second successive men's hockey gold Photos: Braving pain for Olympic glory PHOTOS: Third gold for Bolt as Jamaica win 4x100 with WR 'Dream come true to win an Olympic medal' Grappler Yogeshwar Dutt clinches bronze August 11, 2012 Australia beat Britain to win men's hockey bronze Football: Peralta double helps Mexico shock Brazil PHOTOS: Gold medal winners on Day 15 of the Games Grappler Yogeshwar loses in pre-quarters South Korea beats Japan 2-0 to get Olympic bronze IOC investigates South Korean flag incident Hockey India orders inquiry into Olympic debacle Rana finishes 36th in 50km race despite creating nat'l record Boxers disappoint, but Mary saves India the blushes Italian player goes on hunger strike in fix protest We're not good enough to play in Olympics: Chetri Archers insulted Limba during Olympics: Source Indian hockey team finishes last at Olympics The Who, Spice Girls set to rock Olympic closing Djokovic, Isner reach semis at soggy Toronto Women's boxing looks to grow after Olympic debut Photos: Trainers day out! Beijing loss still rankles Saina PHOTOS: US breaks 27-year-old record in women's 4x100 Dutch win second straight Olympic women's hockey gold August 10, 2012 Grapplers Amit, Narsingh shown the exit PHOTOS: Gold medal winners on Day 14 of the Games Britain beat NZ for women's hockey bronze IOC formally strips Tyler Hamilton of Athens gold Indian tennis stars advance in Montreal PHOTOS: Memorable moments from London Games Hockey team aim to avert bottom finish Manipur to award Rs. 50 lakh to Mary Kom Rudisha plots 400m fun run against Bolt Is Bolt the 'legend' he claims to be? Veteran Olympians reunite after 64 years! Yohan Blake reveals cricket is his first love Upset Bolt has 'lost all respect for Carl Lewis' It takes more than gold to make a hero PHOTOS: Bolt does back-to-back sprint double Luka's season-best not enough to make 800m final India's schedule at the Games - August 10 I'm not unhappy with the performance, says wrestler Geeta August 09, 2012 PHOTOS: Another frustrating day for India at Games Germany, Netherlands to play for men's hockey gold PHOTOS: Gold medal winners on Day 13 of London Games Saina regains fourth place in world ranking Britain's Adams wins women's boxing flyweight gold Olympians reunite in London after 64 years IOC to strip Hamilton of Athens gold: source Jamaica crash out in 4x400m relay Grappler Geeta makes exit after losing repechage round Sushil determined to give his best Pistorius back in Olympics after relay appeal Sandhu to take decision on retirement after coming to India Sardar should be inspiration for players: Nobbs I want to be part of hockey administration: Dhanraj Pillay India's lone woman high jumper crashes out Inconsistent judging affected morale: Vijender Olympian Kindo calls for hockey coach Nobbs's head 'New format encouraged match-fixing in badminton' 'No medal but this was our best Olympic performance' Olympic spirits flowing as athletes hit clubs Doing the swimming 'double'... without much trouble Manipuris shower big praise on 'courageous' Mary 200m win caps a golden night for Felix Manchester Utd bidding for Van Persie Can Blake burst Bolt's double bubble? New Zealand Olympic venue evacuated following BBQ fire India's schedule at the Games - August 9 Special: The untold story of Indian boxing PHOTOS: American athletes stamp their authority on Day 12 Devendro goes down fighting to Ireland's Barnes August 08, 2012 Spain beat France in ill-tempered basketball clash China sweep all four Olympic table tennis golds 'Sorry I couldn't come back with the gold medal' PHOTOS: Gold medalists on Day 12 of London Games PHOTOS: India's highs and lows on Day 12 Eaton leads decathlon after three events Mary outclassed by Adams, settles for bronze Boxer Mary Kom loses in semi-finals, bags bronze Records shatter, champions fall in weightlifting Harting 'tares away' at discus Olympic glory Wrestlers keen to provide late sparks to India's Olympic campaign Tintu Luka qualifies for 800m semifinals Narang's mother expected him to return with gold medal Ricardo Blas Junior, Judo's heaviest weight Current players need to learn basics first: Baskaran Russian duo eye clean sweep in synchronised swimming SAI to offer officer's grade jobs to all Olympians 'Switching to 81kg category presents new challenge' Sport should be made a part of school curriculum: Narang Hockey: Tale of missed chances and incisive blows 'Mature' Kashyap setting short term goals post Olympics London medallists Kumar, Narang to cash award from NRAI Spence's exit brings boxing shame to US Brazil a step closer to elusive soccer gold Photos: Little mermaids make waves in London waters PHOTOS: Bikini-babes, bronze bodies at the Games India's schedule at the Games - August 8 Photos: Pearson, Makhloufi stamp their mark Vikas Gowda finishes eighth in discus throw Britain in hockey semis for first time since 1988 Mexico beats Japan to reach Olympic football final China beat Japan for women's team TT gold Hoy sets British record with 6th Olympic gold Italian Olympian Schwazer admits to using EPO Steiner hit by barbell in failed lift PIX: Gold medal winners on Day 11 of the London Games August 07, 2012 India sink to new low in Olympic hockey We haven't appealed to CAS: Indian contingent Vijender to switch to light-heavy category Aus, Netherlands storm into men's hockey semis Indian archers need psychologist: Talukdar Smaller nations lead alternative gold medal count 'I would have felt incomplete without Saina's medal' Bolt does it easy in 200m heat Triple jumper Renjith exits after fouling all attempts Seven Cameroon athletes go missing PHOTOS: Liu out of Olympics in heats again ''Speechless' Saina promises more to come Former players lambast 'bunch of mediocre' Olympians Richards-Ross shines on return to Olympic track Nehru Cup: India aims high, Chhetri among probables Argentina stun Australia to reach women hockey semis 'I'm not entirely satisfied, but silver is also special' Basketball: Durant leads fired-up US over Argentina Bolt returns to wow the crowds, Pearson eyes hurdles gold Fans give super Saina grand reception on return Red-hot Taylor sets the boxing ring on fire Grenada declares holiday for 1st Olympic medal 11 slain Israelis remembered at Munich memorial 'Our shooters are capable of beating the world's best' Beijing bronze medallist Vijender bites the dust India's schedule at the Games - August 7 PICS: Isinbayeva crashes, Sanchez dashes on day of upsets PHOTOS: India's highs and lows on Day 10 August 06, 2012 PHOTOS: Man charged in bottle throwing incident Algerian runner Makhloufi thrown out for not trying Olympics over for shooters Narang, Rajput, Manavjit Medal assured, Mary vows to give best in semis Ex-India hockey coach Carvalho calls for Batra's head PHOTOS: Gold medal winners on Day 10 of the London Games AAI supremo Mukherjee to resign? US judoka tests positive for marijuana, expelled MC Mary Kom creates history, assured of a medal New low for Indian hockey at the Olympics Vikas Gowda makes the cut for discus throw final NZ women reach Olympic hockey semis for first time, Germany knocked out PHOTOS: Brilliant Bolt blazes to Olympic 100m gold India's schedule at the Games - August 6 Olympic dream realised, Mary Kom now targets medal Bolt wins Olympic 100m in 9.63s, Blake second August 05, 2012 PHOTOS: India's highs and lows of Day 9 Murray annihilates Federer for Olympics gold Britain's Ben Ainslie is most successful Olympic sailor Lin outwits Lee again to win badminton gold Manavjit misfires, placed 25th in trap qualifiers Indian hockey team's misery at the Games continues Mary Kom sizzles in opener, enters quarter-finals Athletics: Gold for Ethiopia, Britain's night of glory Poonia satisfied with seventh-place finish 'Low-profile build-up like Vijay's is good for shooters' Fitting finale: Michael Phelps retires with one last gold Archers have no excuses to offer, says coach Limba Ram Gopichand, Kashyap bask in Saina's bronze win America's Bryan brothers win men's tennis doubles gold India approach CAS after Vikas appeal rejected Boxer Manoj says judges 'cheated' after loss Poonia 7th in discus throw, Perkovic wins gold Phelps collects 18th gold medal in final race PHOTOS: Usain Bolt advances to Olympic 100 semis India's schedule at the Games - August 5 August 04, 2012 'I was lucky today; the medal was waiting for me' Irfan finishes creditable 10th in 20km walk Paes-Mirza exit after quarter-final defeat PHOTOS: Gold winners on Day 8 of the Games India's protest on Vikas ouster rejected PHOTOS: India's highs and lows at the Games, Day 8 Devendro beats Beijing Games silver medalist to enter QF Saina wins bronze after injury stops Xin Wang Team bars Kim Collins from Olympic 100m heats Saina Nehwal wins bronze after Wang retires hurt Sudha finishes 13th in 3000m steeplechase heats Shooter Shagun exits after finishing 20 among 22 Pistorius makes history Italian shooter Rossi sets record in trap qualifying IOC announces 2 more Olympic doping cases Rowers Sandeep, Manjeet finish second last Nobbs enraged at Indian players' lack of commitment 'Magnificent Mary' takes to ring in Olympic debut India to appeal against boxer Vikas's overturned decision Serena, Sharapova in face-off for Olympic gold, and more Phelps looks to wrap up career with one final gold India boxing team to decide over Vikas's ouster after meeting Expect a few surprises in the women's track events Usual suspects expected to dominate track events for men PIX: Phelps sets record with 100m butterfly gold Boxer Vikas Krishan out of Olympics after AIBA overturns win India's schedule at the Games - August 4 Vikas Krishan moves into quarterfinals Dibaba defends Olympic 10,000 title in London Paes-Mirza a set down; QF to resume Saturday Moroccan runner tests positive for doping Poonia qualifies for discus throw final PHOTOS: India's highs and lows at the Games, Day 7 Murray sets up final against Federer August 03, 2012 I was mentally prepared for this moment: Vijay Kumar PHOTOS: The gold medalists on Day 7 of the London Games Lee to face nemesis Lin for men's badminton gold Captain Chetri says Indian team not learning from mistakes Sharpshooter Vijay Kumar scintillates to bag silver Rower Swarn 16th in single sculls Ullalmath last in 1500m freestyle Germany hand India another big defeat Wang was too fast, concedes Saina after semis defeat Congratulate Vijay Kumar on his Olympic silver Shooter Karmakar misses 50m rifle prone bronze narrowly Om Prakash, Mayookha disappoint And the gold for dramatic gesture in London goes to... Om Prakash out of shot put final at Games PHOTOS: The highs and lows in the swimming pool Saina bows out in semis, to play Wang in bronze play-off Federer, Serena march into London Olympic semi-finals Opening ceremony march past crasher regrets her action Chinese media blame IOC, BWF for badminton scandal China's swimming sensation not affected by doping claims Milestone man Phelps 'pleased with gold' 'Sania's aggressive game made the task easier' Women on the field: Isinbayeva, Spotakova lead the pack Vijender scores narrow win to enter quarter-finals PHOTOS: Saina the lone bright spot for India on Day Six August 02, 2012 Paes-Sania cruise into last eight India's schedule at the Games - August 3 Lee Chong Wei too strong for Kashyap Boxing body expels referee from London Olympics PHOTOS: The gold medalists on Day 6 of the London Games Saina Nehwal tames Tine Baun to enter semi-finals Andy Murray advances to Olympic semi-finals Jai Bhagwan no match for Kazakh boxer Nobbs slams players after poor show vs Dutch, NZ Abhijeet Gupta wins Kavala International chess Olympics: Australian rower detained by police China allege Western media bias against its athletes Sodhi fails to make double trap final Disqualified Chinese player Yu quits badminton IOC asks federations to probe of badminton coaches, officials Games badminton row: IOC could act against China players Chinese tell badminton players to apologise 'Hungary' Gyurta takes gold in record time Now Olympic boxing judges under 'fixing' shadow Federer-Wawrinka knocked out; new record set 'Vardhan up there with one of the best partners I've had' Photos: Soni sizzles as swim records sink at the Games Olympics 100m: It's 'The Lightning Bolt' vs 'The Beast' Paes-Vardhan go down fighting to Tsonga-Llodra PHOTOS: Saina, Kashyap bring cheer on day of mixed bag India's schedule at the Games - August 2 Saina demolishes Jie Yao to enter quarter-finals August 01, 2012 Gopichand accuses Japanese pair of 'wanting to lose' Rower Swarn 2nd in minor placings race Egypt overcome Belarus to enter men's football QF PHOTOS: The gold medalists on Day 5 of the London Games India's badminton protest rejected for lack of evidence Kiwis make best of defensive lapses to rout India There were expectations, but I failed: Deepika Kumari Phelps probably not greatest Olympian: Coe Shooters Rahi, Annu out of 25m pistol event Eight women's badminton players disqualified 'Paddlers should not have gone for march past' Phelps, Lochte through to 200m IM semis IOC expels Uzbek gymnast after positive B sample Kashyap faces top seed Lee Chong Wei in quarter-finals Deepika's exit ends India's archery campaign at Games Chinese public, media scuffs at western media Kashyap creates history, reaches quarters PIX: American women storm to team gymnastics gold Chinese dive to a hat-trick of Gold at London Games Pistorius can run any part of relay London Shooter Sodhi excited about medal prospects before opener Phelps defies belief to become history-maker Eight women badminton players charged for 'throwing' matches Guess I'll have to die without an Olympic medal: Bhupathi Boxer Manoj Kumar storms into last 16 Phelps sets record with 19th career Olympic medal Olympics quiz: See the flag, name the country India's schedule at the Games - August 1 Photos: India's highs and lows on Day 4 Zolnir gives Slovenia its first judo gold Jwala-Ashwini fail to enter quarter-finals despite win Olympic tennis record set at Wimbledon July 31, 2012 Bhupathi-Bopanna crash out of men's doubles Deepika India's last hope in archery Photos: Record breakers at the Games so far Devendro scores quick win in opening round Indian rowers out of medal reckoning Gagan really deserves the medal: Rasquinha Lifter Ravi Kumar disappoints Judoka Garima knocked out of Olympics in under 90 seconds Barca will not rush Villa back from injury: Puyol 'Disappointed' Bindra returns home empty-handed 'No shame in losing as long as you give your best' Impressed with how comfortable we feel together: Paes Archers Swuro, Talukdar make their way out of Olympics IOC hints that China's Ye is clean India eye win over NZ to keep hopes alive in hockey Sharapova is top paid female athlete Lin Dan reveals he is not driven by Gold medal anymore UK man held over Twitter jibe against diver Kashyap qualifies for knock-out stage in men's singles Phelps ready to take Olympic spotlight Royal Zara helps put Britain in medal contention Forget intensity, Indians just played for 15 minutes China grabs gold, Brits steal show in gymnastics India's protest over boxer Sangwan's loss rejected Saudi woman judoka allowed to compete in hijab at Games Bindra, Sodhi thrilled over Narang's bronze at London Federer-Wawrinka made to work in opener at Games PHOTOS: 15-year-old Meilutyte makes a big splash in pool PHOTOS: India's highs and lows on Day 3 of the Games India's schedule at the Games - July 31 PHOTOS: China's gold rush continues at the Games Saina cruises, Jwala-Ashwini stun world No 10 pair July 30, 2012 Plucky India lose to Netherlands in hockey opener Paes-Vardhan, Bhupathi-Bopanna progress It is like a huge stone is off my chest, says Narang Unlucky Sangwan loses after brave fight Swiss Olympic team expels player for racist tweet Tendulkar leads the congratulations for Narang 'Lady luck did not smile on Abhinav today' Vishnu Vardhan goes down to Kavcic Phelps, rowers and traffic: Day 3 at the Olympics Photos: Gagan Narang's moment of glory Gagan must concentrate on next two events, says father The US TT team at the Olympics has an Indian connection Archer Bombayla bows out in pre-quarters Gagan Narang wins 10m Air Rifle bronze, Abhinav Bindra fails Out of Games, Bindra has no plans to retire Phelps 5th-fastest in 200m butterfly qualifier Swimmer Alshammar to skip 100m free due to pinched nerve Spain faces FIFA action after Olympic elimination Bindra crashes out, Narang keeps India's hopes alive Sharapova, Djokovic win at Olympics London 2012 Olympic flame relocated US basketball team unhappy with refs after win over France Invisible flame is burning issue of London Games Michelle Obama lifted by US wrestler PHOTOS: Phelps's golden era on wane as records fall London police lose security keys of Wembley stadium Chinese swimmer hits out at nation's training regimes Brazilian boxer accuses judges of biasness towards Brits Two more athletes caught for doping at Games US athletes use Twitter to protest ad rules Favourites Spain eliminated from men's football Phelps makes splash with 17th medal on day of records India's schedule at the Games - July 30 July 29, 2012 Radwanska out, Murray wins under roof Superb Neymar steers Brazil through to last eight Photos: North Korean Om sets Games lifting record Somdev exits after rain interrupts tennis event PHOTOS: Dominant Hamilton wins in Hungary Photos: Saina, Vijender, Jai provide cheer at the Games Record-breaking American Rhode wins skeet gold India's TT campaign ends as Soumyajit loses Women archers blame weather conditions Saina kicks-off Olympics campaign on rousing note Boxers Vijender, Bhagwan storm into pre-quarter-finals Hungarian GP: Hamilton wins; no points for Force India Jwala-Diju suffer second straight defeat Judo result overturned after angry crowd erupts IOC suspends Uzbek gymnast Galiulina for doping Heena Sidhu, Annu Raj bow out of Olympics Vardhan replaces injured Kohlschreiber in men's singles draw India parade crasher at Games opening a cast member: Coe Hockey team eager to make impressive start Olympics photos: The gold medallists of Day 1 Bindra, Narang set to take aim with medal in sight Swaran rows into singles sculls quarters, lightweight doubles team out Heartbroken Radcliffe out of Games Indian women's archery team crashes out of Games Royal Zara Phillips set to make Olympic equestrian debut Water wonder Phelps's mystique shattered by Lochte Games organisers to investigate empty seats Lotche overshadows Phelps in pool duel Korean swimmer Park wins appeal but loses title Vijender off to a winning start at London Olympics Australia win 400 freestyle relay in Olympic record Cry babies on Day 1 at the Games Italy wins first gold ever in team archery Lochte wins 400 IM in a blowout; Phelps 4th Sania-Rushmi out of women's doubles India's schedule at the Games - July 29 July 28, 2012 China's Wang eases to victory in 48kg lift Federer survives first round scare Brazil's Sarah Menezes takes 48kg judo gold PIX: Kashyap the saving grace on gloomy day for India Kazakh cyclist Vinokourov wins men's road race South Korea's Jin wins 10m pistol gold Shiv Thapa's Olympic debut over in 1st round Hungarian GP: Hamilton takes pole, Webber struggles No expectant medal for Malay pregnant shooter Vijay Kumar fails to qualify in 10m Air Pistol South Korea files protest over Park's disqualification Soumyajit progresses in TT, Ankita loses Rower Virk 4th in singles sculls heats, to fight in repechage India to complain to Games OC over mystery woman at march past Kiwi men's pair set world best time at Olympics Berdych ousted at Olympics Britain stuns China in men's gymnastics qualifying Photos: With royalty and rock, Britain opens its Olympics Shock disqualification for former swimming champ Park Albanian weightlifter banned from Olympics Chinese shooter Yi Siling wins first gold at London Games Kashyap wins, Jwala-Diju lose opening match PHOTOS: LONDON 2012 FLAG BEARERS Lochte impresses, Phelps slowest in 400 IM qualifier Irish athlete questioned over betting claims Men's archery team knocked out of Olympics Disappointing start for Jwala-Diju in Olympic opener Saina commences Olympic challenge with medal in sight Young British athletes light Olympic cauldron Olympic opener showcases Britain's musical melange Chelsea's Terry charged by FA over Ferdinand incident Queen plays surreal cameo with 007 at opening ceremony PIX: Britain stages a spectacular welcome for the world Embassy denies Sudan runner applied for UK asylum Jwala unfazed by late change in schedule Back to business for muscle-bound Bolt India's schedule at the Games - July 28 PIX: Games Village and best of 'Indian and Asian cuisine' July 27, 2012 Israeli minister to protest at opening ceremony Turkish, Albanian weightlifters fail doping tests Indian boxers get tricky draw at Olympics London Olympics: Photos of the day Live Chat: Harish Kotian at Olympics opening ceremony Deepika disappoints in ranking round at Olympics Oops! British minister's blooper with Olympic bell All eyes on Bindra, Sodhi as shooters aim for bull's eye Photos: India's Best Bets for Games Medals Inexperienced Indian paddlers take centre stage at Games Photos: Dazzling venues of the London Games Public not allowed to view Olympics archery qualifying CBI biased against me, claims Bhanot Who will light the Olympic flame tonight? Bannister or... S Korea's blind archer sets world record, Indians flop I don't know who will light Olympic flame: IOC chief Formula One: Ten down, ten to do Michelle Obama tells US athletes to 'have fun' at Games India offers government jobs for London medallists I believe Olympic ceremony is a success already, says Danny Boyle India's schedule at the Games on July 27 All eyes on London and spectacular Games opening Indian hand in London Olympics Japan kick off Olympics with shock win over Spain Ready to roll: Stars to watch out for at the Games Bhupathi-Bopanna duo's chances decent: Federer 'You are never going to have an easy match at Olympics' 'I hope India will have more women participating in shooting' No pressure, but responsibility, says shooter Sodhi "No worries" as Bolt blocks out bad starts 'Malleswari's medal and Chak De! India ensured the change' Photos: Swimmers test the waters in the Games pool These athletes gave their nation its only Olympics gold July 26, 2012 Federer, Serena draw opponents for Olympic tennis Bhupathi-Bopanna meet Mirnyi-Bury in Olympics opener World indoor champ Chondrokoukis out of Olympics Eyes on Games as London gears up for greatest spectacle Olympic athlete claims asylum in Britain Flag furore "simple human mistake": Rogge Capello appointed Russia soccer coach Olympian Yadav likely to be made Dy SP Beijing is past, I have to start afresh: Bindra Captain Chetri promises free-flowing hockey from India 'Proud' Amitabh Bachchan carries Olympic flame in London Haryana to give Rs 2.5 crore for Olympics gold India eyeing early medals from archers Women campaigners demand sex equality at the Games Bhupathi-Bopanna seeded No 7 Athletes urged to tweet carefully Bhopal victims hold Special Olympics to protest Dow Chelsea sign Brazilian midfielder Oscar Former British PM Blair defends Games expenses Awesome to come back for my sixth Olympics: Paes Tendulkar inspires archer Banerjee at Lord's Woman fencer Zagunis named US flag-bearer Cristiane becomes top scorer as flag faux-pas marks Day 1 Nine athletes handed bans for doping ahead of Games Greek triple jumper withdrawn for racist tweet Poonia, Sudha check into London Games Village 'It will be pleasing if Mittal athletes win a few medals' 'Pity we couldn't win hockey medal in '84 Olympics' July 25, 2012 'Olympics passport scam report to defame Pakistan' Never planned to attend Games opening: Kalmadi Rajeev Shukla, Arun Jaitley, Rajat Sharma join Hockey India League Kalmadi restrained from attending Games opening PHOTOS: In and Around the Games Village London dope control team told to test Indian athletes Our archers are hungry for success: Limba Ram Alonso looks for 31st F1 win on 31st birthday 'Secret device' to control London ceremony teams march Testers nab more than 100 athletes: WADA Coe prepared to run for president of IAAF Beckham to play part in opening ceremony Twitch or flinch no longer a false start PHOTOS: Indian athletes gearing up for the Games Pool side stories: Gold glitter lost at the Games India's teenage paddlers living a dream at the Olympics PHOTOS: Around London, three days to go for the Games July 24, 2012 India working extra time on penalty-corners Government deploys 1,200 more troops to beef up security Dola hopes archers can overcome wind conditions to win medals Olympic opener will be spectacular but not secret Order on plea against Kalmadi's Olympics visit reserved Olympic committee has over $500 in reserves: IOC Sports Ministry grants Rs 1.1 lakh to elite athletes Indians loving life at Lord's London Olympics mascots: menacing or magic? Asiad medallist Santhi working in brick kiln Iran will compete against Israelis at the Olympics London Mayor steals show at opera house Olympic ceremony Taxi driver dives off Tower Bridge in Olympic protest PHOTOS: London ready to roll for the Games July 23, 2012 Pak officials suspended after Olympic visa scam Not surprised to get Olympic wild card: Somdev IOC commemorates 1972 Munich Olympics victims Wrestling: Prayer's profile Weightlifting: Player's profile Table Tennis: Player's profile Swimming: Player profile Rowing: Player's profile Judo: Player profile Boxing: Player's profile Saina begins Olympic medal quest against Swiss Sabrina Badminton: Player's profile Ahtletics: Player's profile Archery: Player's profile Video referral for Olympics hockey India has no chance of Olympic athletics medal: Anju Injured Kluft out of London Games Sandeep Singh aims to score in every game at Olympics Will Saina and shuttlers declare gold on return from London? Cibulkova eases past Bartoli in California final Double-decker bus gets Olympic make-over Security threat as Pak officials involved in Olympics visa scam Champion Els says he was inspired by cricketing compatriots Els wins British Open after late Scott collapse The men who hold the key to India's chances in hockey July 22, 2012 Wiggins becomes Britain's first Tour de France winner German GP: Hulkenberg finishes disappointing 9th after starting 4th Bolt to star in update to ancient Greek Olympic ode Indian national flag hoisted at Olympic Village Pakistan female athlete runs for dead friend I will be back for the Open, says Jeev Alonso wins German Grand Prix Ranking has no meaning in the ring: Vikas Krishnan IOC rules out public commemoration of 1972 Munich killings Mayookha confident of bettering her personal best at Olympics Olympics delegation: Top SAI officials miffed Mayor hopes London torch tour to lift Olympic mood Battle of the sexes over Australian flag bearer role Photos: Fernando Alonso wins controversial German GP Bartoli to face Cibulkova in Carlsbad final Nadal sad to miss 'once in lifetime' chance South Sudanese runner to race under Olympic flag Manchester United's Smalling out for 10 weeks after surgery Swimmer Ullalmath realistic of chances at Olympics Hockey stars Sardara, Ignace recovering from ill-timed injuries Wiggins seals Tour de France with time trial win Cox stripped of Athens 400m relay gold July 21, 2012 British Open: Hole-in-one icing on the cake for debutant Lahiri, Jeev slips Pankaj Advani out of UK Snooker meet Archer Deepika certain to win Olympic medal, says mother German GP: Alonso defies thunderstorm to take pole German GP: Nico qualifies 5th at home race, Di Resta 9th Anirban Lahiri sinks hole in one in third round Open should bring back phone ban: Player World C'ships more competitive than Olympics: Mary Kom Indian boxers are not pompous, have self belief: Sandhu Webber penalised five places over gearbox Snedeker, Scott to play in shadow of Woods Mom's the word for Mary Kom at London Don't expect anything big from hockey team, say ex-players Jwala Gutta: I'm fit; why won't I expect a medal? July 20, 2012 German GP: Button fastest, Schumi crashes in practice Luck plays a major factor in archery, says team manager Promotions await medal-winning Indian sportspersons India to play in 2012 Champions Trophy hockey 'Winning Olympic medal in men's or mixed doubles my goal' 'Reaching quarter-finals will be achievement for rowers' 'Mary Kom has technique to win her medals' Aussie basketball to review travel discrimination Australia's Hackett denies sleeping pill cost him gold Strike threats loom over London Games British beach volleyball pair face bikini banter UK's G4S defends management fee for venue security Gowda, Poonia get personal coaches for Olympics Wimbledon to move back a week from 2015 The men that pack the punch in Indian boxing They won Olympic medals for India... well, almost! July 19, 2012 Strike threats loom over London Games Need a bit of luck on the day: Sodhi Injury puts Nadal out of London Games India lose to Spain in last Olympics hockey warm-up Former AFC chief Bin Hammam's life ban overturned by CAS Spurs defender King quits football after long injury spell Inspired by Tyson, Shiva now eyes Olympic glory Wrestler Dahiya not looking beyond London Olympics AIFF finds 70 percent under-14 trainees overage Sport Ministry approves 142 member Indian Olympic contingent Bolt rallies round for Jamaican eventer Britain may call in more troops to police Games Olympics-bound Kumari seeks funds for London trip Brazilian champion predicts more medals in London Australian badminton players get food poisoning July 18, 2012 HC seeks Kalmadi's reply to plea on his London visit Dudelange stun Salzburg in Champions League qualifiers Schleck denies wrongdoing, requests B sample test London bound Pistorius already dreaming of Rio Impressive Blake lays down marker for Bolt Six Indian athletes lose doping case, get two-year ban World champions, but no Olympic gold to show PSG sign striker Ibrahimovic on three-year deal Frank Schleck out of race after failed dope test Photos: Fourth Open win could put Woods back on top July 17, 2012 Vidic fitness boost for Manchester United Games organisers withdraw 500,000 football tickets 'We can't stop Kalmadi from attending London Olympics' Bin Hammam suspended by AFC for financial wrongdoing Flag-bearer Sushil not thinking of medals at Olympics Gowda determined to shine in London despite money crunch PHOTOS: Athletes, visitors flock to Games village Why Jeev Milkha's win is key for Indian golf WTA tournament: Sania-Mattek knocked out in first round Olympic flame to visit London palaces and castles First look: Indian archers, lifters at the Games Village Fitter Jwala upbeat about medal chances at Olympics The most decorated Olympic athletes ever Manchester United lead Forbes' most valuable team list July 16, 2012 Federer passes Sampras with ranking milestone 'Capello appointed Russia football manager' IOC happy with security despite G4S glitch Confident Deepika not afraid of Olympic 'ghost' Triple jumper Maheshwary aims for top-six finish at Olympics 'India have good chance of a medal in mixed doubles' Jeev triumphs in Scottish Open, qualifies for British Open Giggs mulling coaching career post retirement Political infighting threatens Pakistan's participation at Olympics Serena beats Vandeweghe, jet lag to defend Stanford title India's Jeev Milkha Singh wins Scottish Open in playoff When an Olympic gold came their way... by chance! July 15, 2012 Tour de France: Sanchez wins puncture marred 14th stage ONGC announces Rs 25 lakh for Olympic gold medallists Briton Khan knocked out in fourth round by Garcia Negi's title hopes suffer a dent after defeat against Howell Haye defeats Chisora in British heavyweight grudge match Coach allays injury doubts over China's Liu Lorenzo cruises to Italian MotoGP win 'No games security threat despite guards fiasco' Williams to meet Vandeweghe in Stanford final Sushil to be India's flag-bearer at Olympics India's lone judoka Garima confident of good show Tension between MEA, Sports Ministry over Chinese visa denial Doping menace more rampant among junior athletes: Sumariwala Chances are not bright for Hesh-Bopanna: Mukherjea India go down 1-3 to Great Britain in Tri-Nation hockey July 14, 2012 Won't react to corrupt person's allegation: Maken on Kalmadi Leiden chess: Negi beats Vorobiov to stay in joint lead High jumper Vlasic ruled out of Olympics Kalmadi not a member of IOA delegation: IOA Kalmadi demands Maken resignation for comments over Olympic trip London Diamond athletics: Gay sprints to 100m victory Indian paddlers not among favourites in Olympics: Kucharski PHOTOS: A Village in name, if not reality Liverpool sign Italy's Borini as Maxi departs Capello has landed Russia job, says Arshavin Stanford tennis: Serena through to semis; Bartoli stunned G4S security boss sorry for Games guards fiasco Drogba says money did not motivate his move to China Athletics coach supports Kalmadi's trip to London Olympics July 13, 2012 Don't facilitate Kalmadi's visit to London: Ministry to IOA Tour de France: Composed Millar claims fourth win after long break Mariano appointed Churchill Brothers' head coach Grosjean collects five place penalty for Germany Can't promise medal, but will give our best shot: Sania John Terry not guilty of racial abuse Champions League flop proves costly for Manchester United Negi crushes Socko to be joint leader in Leiden International CSI upset with court's decision to let Kalmadi visit London Kagawa happy to handle Man United pressure Man City, Spurs agree Adebayor deal: reports Maken says Kalmadi should not go to Olympics Narang 'determined' to shine at London Games Court allows Kalmadi to visit London for Olympics India lose 3-4 to S Africa in hockey friendly PHOTOS: Sharapova, Hantuchova sizzle at ESPY awards Olympics put British spy agencies under pressure I'm not the man to light Olympic flame: Beckham Time to deliver for feuding tennis stars at Olympics July 12, 2012 Bhupathi and Paes should have sorted out differences: Anand 'No question of Olympic security being compromised' Kalmadi moves court to attend London Olympics First Look: India football captain Chhetri in Portugal Olympic medal ranks above Grand Slams: Bhupathi Negi to meet Socko in Leiden chess tourney Wrestler Geeta can spring surprises in London: Coach Cash bonanza awaits medal-winning boxers at Olympics Former FIFA boss Havelange named in bribe case Sluggish Serena goes past Gibbs in Stanford Nobbs reckons Sardara, Sandeep key to Olympic success Paddler Ghosh readying himself for Olympic challenge British boxer Amir Khan reinstated as WBA champion Pistorius can run where he likes in Olympic relay: IAAF Eusebio discharged from hospital after suffering a stroke in Poland Abramovich didn't keep promises: Villas-Boas Dow link tarnishes Games' reputation: London Assembly July 11, 2012 Maheshwary cleared for Olympics Singapore set for five-year F1 contract extension Voeckler wins 10th stage, Wiggins retains lead Negi joint second in Leiden chess tourney Para-athlete Sachdeva banned for doping Indian challenge ends in World Junior Squash C'ships Pinki alleges police atrocities on her in custody London Games would be most dope tested in history: WADA Australia send smallest team since 1992 to London Weightlifter Soniya keen to spring up surprise Indian wrestlers out to prove a point in London Armstrong refiles lawsuit against anti-doping agency I have been framed, says athlete Pinki Women boxers knock men out of Olympics limelight Al Wasl sack Diego Maradona Serena happy to defend title where comeback started Wimbledon begins London Olympics makeover Women outnumber men on London-bound US team Kuwaiti family buys Nottingham Forest Mourinho's Super Cup ban for eye poke lifted July 10, 2012 Bannister carries Olympic torch at site of famous mile La Liga 'Clasicos' set for October and March AIFF plan IPL style football league IOC chief backs Games food and drinks sponsors 'Pinki is innocent and a victim of conspiracy' Sharapova confirmed as Russia's flag-bearer Webber opts for Red Bull over Ferrari NBA star Raja Bell to visit India Boxing coach Sandhu to retire after London Olympics Scandal-hit athletes hope to seek solace in London Pinki gets bail after 25 days in custody Martin quits Tour de France to concentrate on Olympics China picks young gun over Wang in badminton team Poonia and Gowda, torch bearers of scandal-hit athletes Seeded players win as Stanford Classic awaits Serena London Games: Even more eyes on Bolt after rare defeats 'King' Anand still simple, affable and accessible Growing economy makes China the new football destination Federer's still the daddy when it comes to Wimbledon Armstrong suit against anti-doping agency hits roadblock Man City manager Mancini agrees new five-year deal John Terry appears in court on racial abuse charge A stage for Indian shooters to raise the bar July 09, 2012 South Korean Park Ji-sung joins QPR Tennis row created bad blood among us: Sania India edge out South Africa 6-5 in the third test F1 sees a pattern emerging after the mud and rain Negi bounces back in Leiden chess tournament Evergreen Federer back on top of the world Report of chromosome pattern test of Pinki ready Germany field smallest Olympic team since reunification Tennis fan wins big for UK charity from beyond grave Mixed day for India at World Jr. squash The Rich and Royal witness Wimbledon final Bengal footballer dies after colliding with 'keeper Chinese Super League football spending may not last Youngest rider wins eighth stage of Tour de France Deschamps named France coach Nigeria snatch final London basketball berth Wrestler Amit hopes surprise factor goes his way in London Brits endure more Wimbledon heartache after Murray loss Sinimole misses Olympic berth again Federer never stopped believing despite title drought Webber proves doubters wrong with British GP win Wimbledon: Paes-Vesnina fall in summit clash Photos: Dominant Federer dashes Murray's dream July 08, 2012 Federer seals seventh Wimbledon title No points for Force India from British GP Deschamps set to be named France coach Pedrosa wins German MotoGP after Stoner crashes British GP: Webber wins in the Silverstone sunshine Olympics can learn from Formula One: Rogge Klitschko stops Thompson in round six Meticulous planning key to success in Olympics: Poonia Giggs to captain Britain's Olympic football team LeBron, Kobe return to US team for London Games Atwal slips to 71st in US PGA Misfiring India lose second hockey Test against Spain Tour de France: Nibali emerges as clear third man Preeja, Kavita fail to qualify for Olympics Allmendinger suspended after failed drug test Double joy for Serena as she captures crown with Venus Marray fever hits Wimbledon after doubles success Serena overpowers Radwanska for fifth Wimbledon crown July 07, 2012 Wimbledon: Paes-Elena shock top seeds to enter final Force India's drivers miss top-10 mark at Silverstone Five-star Serena fights off Radwanska for Wimbledon crown Wimbledon final: Murray reckons the pressure's on Federer Ferrari's Alonso takes pole at Silverstone Former Chelsea forward Kalou to join Lille Junior Asia Cup: India eves lose to China 5-2 in final Shuttler Sindhu wins Asia Under-19 Championship Murray sees off Tsonga, faces Federer in final Sujjan scores first title win outside India India gets Oly berth in swimming, though under strange rule Atwal makes cut, Tiger and Mickelson miss out Nigeria stun Greece to move closer to London Games London-bound Sudha fails in Olympics 'A' standard attempt Djokovic plays down talk of dip AFC bans Ishfaq for four matches Van Gaal gets second stint as Netherlands coach India badly needs a hockey medal in London: Ignace Gay beats Gatlin, Bekele's hopes dashed at Paris meeting Woods, Mickelson to miss cut; Simpson leads Indian rowers face tough task in London Olympics Soccer technology debate unlikely to stop on the line Fear is the key for Indian boxing ace Vikas Krishnan July 06, 2012 Tour de France: Sagan beats Greipel for third stage victory F1: Mudbath memories haunt rain-hit Silverstone PHOTOS: Federer enters 8th Wimbledon final Wimbledon: Paes-Vesnina ease into the last four Radwanska falls ill before Wimbledon final FIFA lift ban on Islamic headscarves British Grand Prix: Rain puts a dampener on practice Murray sets up Wimbledon final clash with Federer Unprecedented demand for accreditations leaves IOA in a fix PHOTOS: Tendulkar, Kylie light up Wimbledon semis India, Spain share six goals in vibrant first hockey Test Koevermans names 37 probables for Nehru Cup Hockey India condoles death of Abdul Hamid Greipel wins second Tour stage in a row London: London set for 'Wieber Fever' in gymnastics Senior-man Vijender ready to carry responsibility Runners Sinimole, Joseph fail to qualify for Olympics Ivanisevic asks Murray to shed 'Mr Nice Guy' tag Wimbledon: Paes-Vesnina advance to quarters, Bopanna out We need to improve the car: Alonso Beckham banned one game for 'provocative behaviour' Goal-line technology gets FIFA nod July 05, 2012 Radwanska puts final ambitions in reach Wimbledon: Serena overpowers Azarenka, to meet Radwanska in final Wimbledon: Bopanna-Zheng in quarterfinals of mixed doubles Double-amputee Pistorius makes it to London Olympics Greipel takes Tour stage as Cavendish crashes World No 1 archer Deepika leads Indian challenge 1970 Brazil side more gifted than Euro champs Spain: Pele Villas-Boas gets shot at redemption with Spurs India captain Chhetri joins Sporting Lisbon Iniesta more nervous about marriage than football Soccer body to decide on goal line technology on Thursday Confident Serena has nothing to lose in semi-final Murray takes inspiration from LeBron James Van Persie says won't extend Arsenal contract July 04, 2012 Rangers ousted from Scottish Premier League Wimbledon: Paes-Vesnina in quarterfinals of mixed doubles Wimbledon Images: Djokovic, Federer have it easy Federer, Djokovic set up semi-final after easy wins Brazil slump to record low in FIFA rankings Human Rights panel wants probe into 'inhuman torture' on Pinki Kashyap hopeful of good show at Olympics Philadelphia chess: Abhijeet triumphs, GM title for Venkatesh Yadav wants Olympic boxing medal for father AFC C'ship: India knocked out after Oman thrashing Manchester United will list on NY stock exchange Djokovic up against confident Mayer for semis spot Vettel not joining Ferrari, asserts Red Bull boss German football team under fire over national anthem Tennis doubles legend to be probed for sex abuse July 03, 2012 PHOTOS: Serena gets serious, easy for Murray Britain select two former drug offenders in Olympic team Paes-Stepanek, Bhupathi-Bopanna out of Wimbledon Heavy-hitting Serena blasts Kvitova off court Murray beats rain and Cilic to make last eight Andre Villas-Boas named Tottenham Hotspur manager De Villota seriously injured after crash India in semis of Jr Women's Asia Cup hockey Blake ready to lead Jamaican sprint assault in London Aditya made to toil in World 6-Red snooker Championship London Games: China panics over meat-free diet for athletes Olympics, it's a family affair for Japan trio Hoy to be first Australian at seven Summer Games Tower of London guards Olympic treasure PHOTOS: Spain celebrates Euro triumph Euro photos: Kiddies party after dads' triumph The sexiest female tennis players at Wimbledon Phelps to swim seven events in London Games US trials 'weird' for retired Johnson Torres narrowly misses out on London Games Olympic fever revs up fitness routines July 02, 2012 Cavendish wins Tour de France second stage Wimbledon Images: Sharapova stunned, Serena survives Italy striker Balotelli to become a father Clijsters bids farewell to Wimbledon after Kerber thrashing Male chauvinism is evident in sports: Dipika Top seed Sharapova stunned by Lisicki at Wimbledon Sammer replaces Nerlinger as Bayern sports boss Hamilton set to shine with Olympic torch run Jr Women's Asia Cup hockey: India lose to China Kalou and Bosingwa leave Chelsea AFC U-22: Do-or-die for India against Oman Olympic medal is my dream, says archer Deepika Spain's Iniesta named Euro 2012's best player Sagan wins first stage in first Tour de France Deschamps leaves Olympique Marseille Euro 2012 chat: Discuss the final Record-breaking Spain redefine success story Woods moves up on winners list with AT&T National victory Blake outruns Bolt in 200m Olympic trials FACTBOX: Spain's emphatic Euro 2012 triumph Prandelli concedes Italy were dominated by Spain Spain coach Del Bosque modest in victory PHOTOS: Majestic Spain take their place among elite Superb Spain rout Italy to retain title in style July 01, 2012 Fabregas, Ramos unfazed by raging Italians My players are flexible, says football coach Papas Roddick undecided about Wimbledon return Indian boxers get acclimatisation lessons in Ireland India beat France 4-0, pocket Test series 2-0 Kanoute latest big name to head for China Stoner wins to pull level with Lorenzo Murray beats Baghdatis in race against time June 30, 2012 Fabregas, Ramos unfazed by raging Italians PIX: Serena wins marathon, Rosol's dream Wimbledon ends Paes wins, Sania-Bhupathi crash out of Wimbledon Platini floats idea of multi-country Euro 2020 U.S. Anti-Doping Agency to charge Armstrong Europe's aristocrats clash in tasty Kiev finale Yohan Blake shocks Usain Bolt to claim 100m title Maori haka inspired Rosol's rampage against Nadal 'Indian football needs to develop with a young set of boys' Wimbledon: Federer survives five-set thriller to reach last 16 June 29, 2012 Djokovic survives scare, Sharapova advances Sania-Bethanie in third round at Wimbledon The 'big boys' who took a beating at Wimbledon Germany have no plans for major overhaul after exit I was sure Leander would say yes: Vardhan Indian hockey team can surprise at the Olympics: Chetri Euro 2012 chat: Discuss the Italy vs Germany semi-final I'm playing the Olympics for my country: Jwala Gutta India maul Sri Lanka in Junior Women's Asia Cup Livid Karlovic accuses Wimbledon officials of bias Paes refuses to play politics in Indian Olympic row Unsung Lukas 'Czechs' Spanish conquistador Nadal Eto'o accused of tax evasion in Spain I have had to toil my way into the Olympics: Vijender PHOTOS: Balotelli heads Italy into final Balotelli brace sends Italy into final London Game's first cable car lifts off India show character to hold UAE June 28, 2012 Wimbledon: Paes-Stepanek advance Rameez Raja launches attack on Mohsin Khan Jwala focusing on fitness for the Olympics Tottenham closer to new manager as Redknapp staff depart Wimbledon Images: Rosol stuns Nadal in five-set thriller Jeev takes early lead at Irish Open Sharapova struggles past Pironkova Barcelona agree to sign fullback Alba from Valencia 'India has the fittest hockey players in the world' Phelps turns tables on Lochte to win 200m freestyle Beckham not selected in Britain Olympics squad Fabregas leaves Portugal in pain to send Spain through Euro 2012 chat: Discuss the Spain vs Portugal semi-final We had no luck in the tournament: Bento I-League: United SC signs Costa Rican international We rode our luck in the shootout, says Spain's coach London organisers promising a tasty Olympics Spain beat Portugal on penalties, reach final Wimbledon Images: Stosur, Wozniacki suffer shock defeats Hockey coach Nobbs on India's chances at the Olympics June 27, 2012 Wimbledon Images: Stosur, Wozniacki suffer shock defeats Sania was used without even being consulted: Bhupathi Stosur loses to Rus to complete Australian woe I have doubles understanding with Sania: Rushmi Judo player accuses coach of raping her ICC calls for global life ban on Kaneria Indian paddlers to train in China ahead of Olympics Wimbledon: Bhupathi-Bopanna enter second round London moves into final month of Olympics preparations Who will make it to last four at Wimbledon this year? Stopping Pirlo the key for youthful Germany Sania's selection was based on merit: AITA Bolt will have it tough at the Olympics: Greene Time stood still when Platini broke Portuguese hearts Euro: Portugal vs Spain semi-final prospects Djokovic, Federer back on court Williams sisters join US Olympic team Dhoni, Mary Kom India's most marketable athletes Statement: Sania Mirza slams AITA, Paes June 26, 2012 I have been treated as bait by AITA: Sania Wimbledon: Serena moves safely through first round Sania, Somdev get wild cards for London Olympics Prajusha wins gold in triple jump, Kerala bags overall title Sania-Bethanie in second round of Wimbledon Germany not out for revenge after 2006 'trauma' Russia eyeing third place in London medals table Portugal's progress boosts confidence back home IOA gives advance payment to London bound athletes Prankster Pique delivering for Spain French striker Giroud joins Arsenal Indian football's proud Papas and his boys India colts go down fighting to Iran Photos: WAGS leave their mark at Euro 2012 Russian football chief resigns after Euro 2012 flop UK police probe alleged racist tweets against Cole, Young US swimmer Lochte beats Phelps to qualify for London Games Wimbledon title not on Nadal's mind just yet Spitz advice to Phelps: less is more PHOTOS: Porn stars in Sexy Soccer game Quiet please! Wimbledon decorum adheres to tradition June 25, 2012 Asian Games gold medallist Abraham beaten in 400m hurdles Saudi says will enter women for London Olympics Venus descends with first round Wimbledon defeat PHOTOS: Djokovic, Sharapova cruise; Venus knocked out Archery WC: India lose to US, settle for silver Barton stripped of QPR captaincy, fined and warned Mystery over Pinki's gender continues I wish I didn't cry after losses: Federer Schumacher savours Formula One podium at long last Gatlin secures London return ahead of Gay Euro 2012 chat: Discuss the Italy vs England match Sharapova comes back down to earth at Wimbledon Champion Djokovic not underestimating Ferrero PIX: Justice served as Italy beat England in penalties Blanc slams Nasri for rant at reporter Italy into the semis after shootout win Betis defender Roque dies of cancer June 24, 2012 PHOTOS: Alonso thrills home fans with Valencia win Alonso wins European Grand Prix Vettel out of European Grand Prix HI honours 'Golden Greats' of Indian hockey Portugal's Eusebio stable after heart procedure Familiar foe Ronaldo awaiting Spain in last four Federer dreams of reaching seventh heaven at Wimbledon US trials: Eaton sets decathlon World record Formula One: Glock ruled out of European GP Largest Olympic contingent will bring more medals: SAI India tennis stars look to prove a point at Wimbledon I'm not Peter Pan, says Italy's bad boy Balotelli Paszek, Roddick clinch Eastbourne titles France's Nasri in foul-mouthed rant at reporter Spain down France to underline winning credentials Alonso double puts Spain into semis June 23, 2012 Nico, Paul to start at 8th, 10th at European GP India's U-17 football World Cup bid on track: AIFF India breeze past Lebanon in AFC Under-22 Football legend Chuni slams AITA for buckling under pressure Vettel beats Hamilton to pole in Valencia German engines roaring as title moves into view Germany's Loew fuming over mole in the camp Kagawa seals Manchester United move Tennis impasse likely to continue for few more days NBA: Adversaries become teammates as Olympics heats up Euro: England face rare and intriguing Italy test PHOTOS: Slick Germany crush Greek dreams again Germany coach Loew happy despite missed chances Germany trounce Greece to enter Euro semis Champion Bartoli beaten in Eastbourne semi-finals June 22, 2012 Humpy joint first at Kazan Grand Prix chess Shed personal egos and bring medal: Krishna to players Indian eves leave for Jr Asia Cup Put national interest first: Maken to tennis players Syria's Olympic chief refused London visa Jwala-Diju crash out of Singapore Open Formula One: Maldonado back on top in Spain 'With some luck, we can win medals in badminton' Athletes rue lack of food standards at Olympic camp India has best chance to win Olympics archery medal: AAI AITA selector rushes to London to pacify Paes PHOTOS: Sizzling Heat crack Thunder to claim title PREVIEW: Spain united as French squabble Sprinter Gay ready to overcome pain-filled year Germany have lucky charm Merkel for Greece match Indian Men's Archery team secure Olympic berth FACTBOX: MVP LEBRON JAMES NBA: Miami beat Oklahoma City to clinch title Smoking helps me think, says Greece coach Santos Defence was our only option, says Czech coach Portugal just need to believe to reach final: Ronaldo Relentless Ronaldo does it again for Portugal Ronaldo fires Portugal into Euro 2012 semi-finals June 21, 2012 Singapore Open: Jwala-Diju in last eight IOA president Malhotra slams Bhupathi, Bopanna Manchester United keen to set up academy in Kolkata Paes pulls out of London Olympics: reports Bhupathi-Bopanna excited to team up at Olympics There's still a lot to be done, says Saina AITA to send two teams for Olympics, pairs Paes with Vishnu Somdev wants to partner Paes at Olympics 'If boring boxing can win me a medal, what's wrong?' Nadal honoured to carry flag for Spain at the Games England fined over crowd problems at Sweden match UEFA files new racism charge against Croatia Czechs hope Ronaldo has an off-day in Warsaw Brilliant goals, performances light up Euro 2012 Nike, Adidas lead suppliers' battle for Olympic gold June 20, 2012 Vishnu Vardhan says he's up for Olympics challenge Kashyap suffers first round defeat at Singapore Open Goal-line technology now a necessity: Blatter Enraged Paes threatens to pull out of London Olympics Djokovic, Sharapova top seeds for Wimbledon Drogba joins Anelka at Chinese club Shanghai Shenhua 'Saina will certainly return with an Olympic medal' Heat beat Thunder to move one win from NBA title Ukraine's Shevchenko to quit international football PHOTOS: Euro 2012 Soccer Babes Euro 2012: Rooney sends England through, Ukraine miss out Euro 2012: France through despite Sweden defeat PHOTOS: England, France through to the quarter-finals June 19, 2012 AITA to have final say on tennis selection for Olympics Olympics: India confident of making hockey semis Pinki Pramanik's gender test inconclusive Sports ministry says it won't intervene in tennis row Kvitova suffers Wimbledon setback at Eastbourne International Euro 2012 chat: Discuss Monday night's action Fan zone: Agony and Ecstasy at Euro 2012 Peerless Isinbayeva heads for new heights PHOTOS: Spain, Italy secure quarter-finals berths Navas puts Spain through, Croatia out Cassano, Balotelli send Italy into last eight June 18, 2012 Bhupathi, Bopanna breaking agreement with AITA, says Paes Indian paddlers sweep SAG Junior TT Championship Bendtner banned, fined 100,000 euros for pants stunt AITA's decision defies logic: Bhupathi to Maken Manchester City kick off season at home to Southampton No sex determination test on Pinki Pramanik so far Bopanna tells AITA he won't partner Paes at Olympics Simpson triumphs by one shot at US Open France in dilemma for Sweden game Maken favours two teams, hints at Hesh-Bopanna pairing NBA: Heat beat Thunder to take 2-1 Finals lead Euro 2012 chat: Discuss Sunday night's action Rooney set to start against Shevchenko-less Ukraine Walcott suffers hamstring strain, doubtful for Ukraine match Chandhok first Indian to complete Le Mans race PHOTOS: Germany, Portugal seal spot in quarters PHOTOS: Cristiano Ronaldo steers Portugal into last eight Dutch debacle at Kharkiv as Portugal make last eight Bender strikes late to seal German win June 17, 2012 Drogba promises 'interesting' move but mum on China offer Railways suspends Pinki Pramanik from service Nalbandian defaulted from Queens final Saina raises Olympic medal hopes Halle Open: Haas shocks Federer to win battle of over-30s Spain set for tougher test against Croatia Italy banish conspiracy theory thoughts 'MS Dhoni is a very good leader' Czech coach Bilek shows he's right man for the job Greece must keep a cool head for quarter-final Tiger toils at Olympic, slips five off the pace Saina wins Indonesia Open Super Series title London 2012: Yogeshwar knows London is his last chance Jiracek goal helps Czechs knock Poland out Karagounis scripts Greek Odyssey, Russia out June 16, 2012 Federer strolls past Youzhny, meets Haas in final Indonesia Open: Saina enters final, curtains down for Kashyap British co-driver killed in Sicily Paes ready to play with Bhupathi at London Olympics Early finish to McIlroy's US Open title defence Croatia face racism charge by UEFA Rooney return gives Hodgson selection poser Kashyap falters in semi-finals of Indonesia Open AITA refuses to change stance, says will send Lee-Hesh Stunned Swedes blame bad luck for early exit Hodgson vindicated for faith in tradition Anil Khanna elected AITA president Win or bust for Poland and Greece at Euro IOA seeks report from AITA on team selection Bhupathi-Bopanna loses in quarters France weather storm, England sink Sweden Armstrong's former manager denies accusations Patient Tiger Woods back at the top in a major PHOTOS: Sloppy England inspired by Walcott England hang on to eliminate Sweden Ukraine go down to superior France on rainy night France storm past Ukraine in rain-affected match Nadal's Halle hopes ended, Federer advances June 15, 2012 Sadangi wins 10m Air Rifle gold in Germany Bhupathi lashes out at Paes, AITA after Olympics selection Italy complains to UEFA over booing of anthem Dutchman Koevermans named India's football coach AITA lambasts Hesh-Bopanna statement 14-day jail remand for Pinki AITA selects Paes-Bhupathi pair for Olympics AITA to send one men's doubles team to Olympics Olympic-bound Saina, Kashyap in Indonesian Open semis Sania-Shvedova pair suffers upset defeat at AEGON Classic 'London a tough terrorist target' Hockey India to give one-time benefit to yesteryear stars Tottenham Hotspur sack Redknapp Netherlands cling to dream with Germany's help Euro 2012 chat: Discuss Thursday night's action NBA: Heat hang on to beat the Thunder and tie series PHOTOS: Spain march on as Irish sing in rain Woods makes solid start to US Open Spain's Torres on road to redemption Schweinsteiger gives Dutch a lesson Nadal, Federer win opening matches at Halle Open Torres brace sees Ireland eliminated Russia to appeal UEFA sanctions over fan trouble PHOTOS: Mandzukic helps Croatia hold Italy June 14, 2012 Mandzukic strike earns Croatia draw against Italy Bhupathi-Bopanna advance to London ATP quarters AFI to wait for Pramanik's medical report India's Olympic boxers to train in Ireland AITA dilemma over Olympics men's doubles team Shanghai have good chance of signing Drogba, says coach Is the Olympic bug finally biting India? Athlete Pramanik accused of being male, held for rape US Doping officials start action against Armstrong London Olympic torch relay to visit Buckingham Palace Wim Koevermans to take over as Indian football coach Indonesia Open: Kashyap shocks top seed, joins Saina in QF Olympic: Federer seeking golden seal in London Euro preview: France feel heat as Ukraine loom Euro preview: Hodgson goes back to the future vs Sweden Redknapp's successful Spurs stay ends PHOTOS: Dutch face elimination after loss to Germany UK sees Olympic under budget, transport working Murray loses to Mahut in Queen's Club opener US cyclist Armstrong faces fresh doping charges, says report PHOTOS: Varela seals last-gasp win for Portugal Gomez brace gives Germany 2-1 win over Dutch Super-sub Varela scores late winner for Portugal June 13, 2012 Saina reaches second round in Indonesia Open Di Matteo named Chelsea coach on permanent basis UEFA to cut Russia six points if fan trouble persists Bhanot attends IOA General Body Meeting Injured Rosicky hoping to be fit for Poland match Can't have coach of every athlete for Olympics: AFI Snooker: Mehta, Advani enter 2nd round Cuba says goodbye to boxing great Teofilo Stevenson Rosicky and Cech to have scans on injuries Spotted: India hockey star Sandeep Singh Euro preview: Balotelli show could be curtailed by Croatia Euro preview: Misfiring Spain face Irish puzzle Maria Sharapova to carry Russian flag in London PHOTOS: Violence flares in Warsaw as Poland draw Russia Cassano apologises for gay remark FACTBOX: Some statistics for Olympic opening ceremony Five stars to watch out for at the London Olympics 50 ATP titles and more...Rafael Nadal in elite company Captain Kuba saves day for Poland PHOTOS: Czechs take revenge on Greece Quickfire Czechs hang on to sink Greece June 12, 2012 Queen's grand-daughter to compete in London Saina set for tougher test in Indonesia Super Series Win Gold in London Olympics, get Rs 2 crore: Sukhbir World Cup Qualifiers: South Korea stroll to win over Lebanon World Cup Qualifiers: Penalty earns Australia 1-1 draw with Japan Hewitt, Razzano get Wimbledon wild cards Meadow, cows, cricket for Olympic opening ceremony Blanc wants France to show big improvement French federation chief plays down Nasri incident England build foundations for work in progress Cuban boxing great Teofilo Stevenson dead Fancied Dutch under pressure against Germany 'You've to be a bit patient with players like Samir Nasri' Danes primed to subdue Ronaldo again 'Today's women tennis stars lack personality' PHOTOS: Shevchenko kicks off Ukraine party 'Psychic' animals get kicking for Euro 2012 honours Portugal's problem at Euro is unco-operative ball PHOTOS: England, France settle in with a draw Shevchenko double gives Ukraine winning start June 11, 2012 England thwart France in 1-1 stalemate Beer an added motivation for McLaren mechanics Paes's Olympic berth assured, Sania unsure Can bolting bovine replace Germany's oracle octopus? Pato confirms that he will stay with AC Milan Coaches no idiots so expect surprises: Loew PHOTOS: For me it is a great honour, says Nadal Indian boys win U-15 badminton title in Jakarta Walmiki, Rupinderpal axed from Olympic hockey squad Nadal beats Djokovic to win record seventh French Open title Social media ban imposed on gun-slinging swimmers Spain may forego striker against Ireland: del Bosque Polish FA hits back at Spain pitch complaints Uruguay beat Peru after controversial opening goal No points for Force India at Canadian GP PIX: Hamilton takes lead after Canadian GP win Defending champs Spain held by Italy, Croatia impress Images: Nadal, Djokovic must return to finish Paris duel Croatia sink sloppy Irish in Poznan Hamilton takes third Canadian Grand Prix for McLaren PHOTOS: Stubborn Italy give Spain food for thought June 10, 2012 Strikerless Spain held to 1-1 draw by Italy Canadian GP: Maldonado takes another grid penalty Sailesh qualifies second at Rockingham Men's French Open final to resume on Monday Fourteen fans held after fighting in Poznan Bolt unhurt after minor car accident: Report Russia urge fans to behave Rudisha runs blistering 800 in New York Mirnyi and Nestor win men's doubles title NBA: Heat scorch Celtics to reach finals PHOTOS: Cautious France wary of England in Group D Confident Germany plan Dutch offensive Stunned Pacquiao eyes Bradley revenge Chetri to lead Indian hockey team in London Saina rallies to clinch Thailand Open title Stumbling Portugal prove critics right Messi hat-trick takes Argentina past Brazil PHOTOS: Dutch pay heavy price for sloppy finishing Gomez heads Germany to victory over Portugal Vettel beats Hamilton to pole in Canada June 09, 2012 Factbox: French Open champion Maria Sharapova Wasteful Dutch beaten 1-0 by Denmark PIX: Sharapova crowned queen of Roland Garros Sharapova beats Errani to win French Open Four hurt after Russian fans attack Wroclaw stewards Records beckon as Djokovic, Nadal set for final US, Mexico open World Cup qualifying in style Commonwealth lifting: Dominant India end campaign with 45 medals Ferdinand fears England career is over Tintu Luka finishes 3rd in Italy meet Euro: Ukraine, Russian fans get into brawl after match Thailand Open: Saina cruises into final Euro: Russia hammer Czechs, Poles held by Greece No pain, no gain for comeback queen Sharapova Rampant Russia beat dazed Czechs 4-1 PHOTOS: Lack of matches shows as Poles lose their way Injured Nani may miss Portugal game with Germany Errani keeps twin title dream alive with doubles victory Poland held by Greece as two sent off June 08, 2012 Djokovic eases past Federer to set up Nadal final Germany sorry for steel helmet faux pas Kadhe-Herreros lose in quarter-finals Germany want steel helmets for Ronaldo free kicks Dutch players hear monkey chants at training Ruthless Nadal downs Ferrer to hurtle into seventh final Hockey India names 32 players for central contract I am hopeful of receiving Olympics wild card: Sania 'Well-prepared', OGQ athletes raring to go Super Saina sails into semi-finals of Thailand Open NBA: James red-hot as Heat tie series in Boston Sudha qualifies for Olympics 3000m steeplechase Euro: Racist monkey chants directed towards Dutch players Euro: Mata awaits his chance in Spain squad Dogged Sharapova fights pain to reclaim top spot Bolt overcomes Powell challenge to win 100m in Oslo Euro: Poland hope to inflict pain on Greece in opener Birthday boy Bhupathi wins mixed doubles with Mirza Manipur's 'Mother Mary' eyes Olympic glory for her twins PHOTOS: Sharapova in French Open final, reclaims top spot French Open: Bhupathi-Mirza win mixed doubles title June 07, 2012 PHOTOS: Pink clay court unveiled at Roland Garros Juve's Pepe, Stellini probed in match-fixing trial India's gold rush continues at C'wealth lifting France coach reckons Ferdinand omission not football related Saina in quarter-finals of Thailand Open Euro: Robben retains lethal edge for Dutch PHOTOS: Euro teams visit Auschwitz concentration camp Liu Xiang's technique makes him master of hurdling Euro: Platini tells players to let referees handle racism NBA: Thunder strike down Spurs, advance to finals Underdog Bradley gets shot at fame with Pacquiao bout Chat with Olympic boxer MC Mary Kom Chat with Olympic shooter Vijay Kumar Euro 2012: Greeks want to spread some joy amid debt crisis Ruthless Rafa fires his friend, Murray out Clarke follows Dalglish out of Liverpool Spain is my favourite for Euro crown: Chhetri Nadal follows Federer into elite French Open club June 06, 2012 PHOTOS: Sharapova, Kvitova set up semi-final showdown Arjun Kadhe makes boys' doubles quarters at French Open Sharapova storms into French Open semis Bhupathi-Mirza in French Open final; Paes-Vesnina lose Saina survives first round scare at Thailand Open India wins 11 gold on Day 1 of C'wealth Weightlifting An Olympic medal not an impossible task: Jwala Gutta Despair again for Americans at the French Open Top Indian paddlers to play in Sweden, Brazil Tottenham's Kranjcar to join Dynamo Kiev UAE mindful of Ramadan challenges NBA: Celtics cool off Heat to move one win from finals French Open: Nadal faces familiar foe in quarter-finals Spain eye unique treble at Euro 2012 Cueist Mehta starts season with a win in Wuxi Classic Ames and Durant qualify for US Open Japan's Paralympic sprinter poses nude for funds Quiet hero Iniesta the epitome of Spanish style Germany want to dazzle all the way to title PIX: Federer, Djokovic rally into French Open semis June 05, 2012 Stosur, Errani advance to French Open semi-finals Paes-Elena reach semi-final of French Open Ritu to lead India in Junior Women Asia Cup Lonely recovery road for giant-killing Kazakh Manchester United agree terms for Dortmund's Kagawa AIFF yet to approve Man United-Juventus match Need to play against tougher teams before Olympics: Nobbs Joe Cole advised me to join Chelsea, says Hazard Hazard agrees terms with Chelsea, passes medical Euro: Acid test for world-class Ronaldo Tyson Gay in New York return Ryder Cup captain Davis Love III qualifies for US Open NBA: Thunder roll over Spurs to be on brink of series win French Open: A field day for Spanish trio Euro: Spate of injuries suggest another England failure Euro: Spain at ease with favourite status June 04, 2012 Bhupathi-Mirza in semis of French Open Poonia gets silver in Portland discus event PHOTOS: Champion Li Na shocked, Sharapova survives Swapnali finishes second in Malaysian Triathlon Karun Chandhok aims for an Indian first EURO 2012: A soccer fan's walking guide to Kiev Fifth World title toughest in terms of intensity: Anand Kuyt set to leave Liverpool for Fenerbahce Celta back in La Liga after five-year absence Nigeria, S Africa leave it late in World Cup games Mexico end Brazil's 10-match unbeaten run with 2-0 win Iniesta inspires Spain to 1-0 win against China French Open: Numbers adding up for Nadal French Open: Goffin bows out with pride intact England without Cahill for Euros Magical Woods claims 73rd PGA Tour title June 03, 2012 New Zealand win Azlan Shah Cup PHOTOS: Azarenka, Kuznetsova knocked out of French Open We did enough to deserve a podium finish: Nobbs Azlan Shah: India beat Britain to bag bronze Winning in Moscow meant a lot emotionally: Anand Messi sends Argentina top in World Cup qualifying Paes-Vesnina in quarter-finals of French Open June 02, 2012 Jubilant fans welcome Anand back home