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Big names in track fail test for banned substances

Posted: 15 Jul 2013 12:42 AM PDT

FILE - In this Saturday, May 19, 2013 file photo, Asafa Powell of Jamaica, center, competes with Nesta Carter of Jamaica, left, and Kim Collins of Saint Kitts, right, during the men's 100 meter at the Diamond League track and field competition in Shanghai, China. Former 100-meter world-record holder Asafa Powell and Jamaican teammate Sherone Simpson have each tested positive for banned stimulants, according to their agent. Paul Doyle told The Associated Press on Sunday, July 14, 2013 that they tested positive for the stimulant oxilofrine at the Jamaican championships and were just recently notified. The news came the same day that American 100-meter record holder Tyson Gay revealed that he also failed a drug test. (AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko, File)Tyson Gay felt healthy for the first time in years and was aiming high: He planned to step on the track at world championships and push Usain Bolt.

Davis hits 37th HR as Orioles defeat Blue Jays 7-4

Posted: 14 Jul 2013 02:22 PM PDT

Baltimore Orioles' Chris Davis is congratulated by Matt Wieters after hitting a two-run home run against the Toronto Blue Jays in the third inning of a baseball game, Sunday, July 14, 2013, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Gail Burton)BALTIMORE (AP) — With one final power surge before the All-Star break, Chris Davis earned himself a place in baseball's record book and generated momentum for the Home Run Derby.

Fan grabs 4 foul balls at Indians game

Posted: 14 Jul 2013 11:59 PM PDT

CLEVELAND (AP) — Some guys have all the luck, and a little skill, too.

Brian Vickers a surprise winner at New Hampshire

Posted: 14 Jul 2013 04:25 PM PDT

Brian Vickers celebrates in Victory Lane after winning the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series auto race at New Hampshire Motor Speedway in Loudon, N.H., Sunday, July 14, 2013. (AP Photo/Cheryl Senter)LOUDON, N.H. (AP) — Stuck in a hospital bed, Brian Vickers wanted to live another day.

Spieth surges to historic win at Deere Classic

Posted: 15 Jul 2013 12:28 AM PDT

Jordan Spieth reacts after winning the John Deere Classic golf tournament, Sunday, July 14, 2013, at TPC Deere Run in Silvis, Ill. Spieth defeated Zach Johnson and David Hearn on the fifth hole of a playoff. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)SILVIS, Ill. (AP) — It's not hard to find some flaws in Jordan Spieth's historic win at the John Deere Classic.

A string of All-Star subs, but still no Puig

Posted: 15 Jul 2013 12:40 AM PDT

Pittsburgh Pirates All-Stars pose for a photo before a baseball game at PNC Park against the New York Mets in Pittsburgh on Sunday, July 14, 2013. From left relief pitcher Mark Melancon (35), center fielder Andrew McCutchen (22), starting pitcher Jeff Locke (49), relief pitcher Jason Grilli (39), and third baseman Pedro Alvarez (24). AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)NEW YORK (AP) — Seven new All-Stars and still no Yasiel Puig.

Verlander no-hits Texas until 7th, Tigers win

Posted: 14 Jul 2013 02:25 PM PDT

Detroit Tigers starter Justin Verlander pitches against the Texas Rangers in the first inning of a baseball game on Sunday, July 14, 2013, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)DETROIT (AP) — Justin Verlander's no-hit bid was finally over in the seventh inning — and before refocusing, the Detroit ace saw his shortstop do something amusing.

Mickelson wins Scottish Open after playoff

Posted: 14 Jul 2013 02:51 PM PDT

Phil Mickelson from the US, poses with the trophy, after winning the Scottish Open, at Castle Stuart Golf Course, in Inverness, Scotland, Sunday July 14, 2013. Phil Mickelson birdied the first playoff hole to beat Branden Grace and win the Scottish Open on Sunday, ending his 20-year wait for a victory in Europe. (AP Photo/PA, Kenny Smith) UNITED KINGDOM OUTINVERNESS, Scotland (AP) — Phil Mickelson doffed his cap to an adoring and applauding crowd in the grandstands overlooking the 18th green at the Scottish Open, and walked to the side of the putting surface to hug his wife and three children.

Kenny Perry shoots 63 to win US Senior Open

Posted: 14 Jul 2013 04:21 PM PDT

Kenny Perry kisses the trophy Sunday, July 14, 2013, after winning the U.S. Senior Open golf tournament in Omaha, Neb. (AP Photo/Nati Harnik)OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Kenny Perry is getting the hang of these majors. He only wishes it had happened sooner.

5 things to know about Tour de France

Posted: 14 Jul 2013 03:07 PM PDT

Three-time Tour de France winner Greg Lemond of the U.S., left, talks to stage winner and overall leader Christopher Froome of Britain on the podium of the fifteenth stage of the Tour de France cycling race over 242.5 kilometers (150.7 miles) with start in in Givors and finish on the summit of Mont Ventoux pass, France, Sunday July 14, 2013. The riders climbed to an altitude of 1912 meters (6,273 Feet) tackling Mont Ventoux pass at the end of the longest stage of the 100th Tour de France edition. (AP Photo/Laurent Rebours)MONT VENTOUX, France (AP) — Five things to know as the Tour de France enters its second and final rest day on Monday:

Melancon gives Pirates All-Star quintet

Posted: 14 Jul 2013 07:05 PM PDT

Pittsburgh Pirates All-Stars pose for a photo before a baseball game at PNC Park against the New York Mets in Pittsburgh on Sunday, July 14, 2013. From left relief pitcher Mark Melancon (35), center fielder Andrew McCutchen (22), starting pitcher Jeff Locke (49), relief pitcher Jason Grilli (39), and third baseman Pedro Alvarez (24). AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)NEW YORK (AP) — The last time the Pittsburgh Pirates had five All-Stars, there was no designated hitter, baseballs were made of horsehide and the major leagues had 24 teams.

Perry tastes more major success at US Senior Open

Posted: 14 Jul 2013 06:01 PM PDT

Kenny Perry of the U.S. watches his tee shot on the first hole during the third round of the Memorial Tournament in Dublin, Ohio(Reuters) - Kenny Perry savored his "greatest round" of golf after firing a 63 to complete a record comeback victory at the U.S. Senior Open on Sunday and claim a second successive senior major. The 52-year-old went from 10 shots behind pacesetter Michael Allen at the halfway mark of the tournament to a five-stroke victory in Omaha, Nebraska. Perry, a winner of 14 PGA Tour titles including a trio of trophies at the Memorial Tournament, said the victory at Omaha Country Club was the highlight of his career. ...

Golf-Perry tastes more major success at US Senior Open

Posted: 14 Jul 2013 05:59 PM PDT

* Overcomes 10-shot deficit after 36 holes * Perry's "greatest round" yields second straight senior major (Adds quotes, details) July 14 (Reuters) - Kenny Perry savored his "greatest round" of golf after firing a 63 to complete a record comeback victory at the U.S. Senior Open on Sunday and claim a second successive senior major. The 52-year-old went from 10 shots behind pacesetter Michael Allen at the halfway mark of the tournament to a five-stroke victory in Omaha, Nebraska. ...

Golf-U.S. PGA Tour John Deere Classic scores

Posted: 14 Jul 2013 05:29 PM PDT

July 15 (Infostrada Sports) - Scores from the U.S. PGA Tour John Deere Classic at the par-71 course on Sunday in Silvis, Illinois Jordan Spieth wins play-off at the fifth extra hole 265 Jordan Spieth (U.S.) 70 65 65 65 265 David Hearn (Canada) 66 66 64 69 Zach Johnson (U.S.) 64 66 67 68 266 Martin Flores (U.S.) 67 67 69 63 Jerry Kelly (U.S.) 68 64 66 68 Daniel Summerhays (U.S.) 65 67 62 72 267 Patrick Reed (U.S.) 67 63 70 67 Matt Jones (Australia) 66 65 68 68 J.J. Henry (U.S.) 68 65 65 69 268 Steve Stricker (U.S.) 67 66 69 66 Jim Herman (U.S. ...

Teen Spieth wins John Deere Classic on fifth playoff hole

Posted: 14 Jul 2013 05:24 PM PDT

Jordan Spieth of the U.S. watches his second shot on the ninth hole during the first round of the Wells Fargo Championship PGA golf tournament at the Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte(Reuters) - Teenager Jordan Spieth won the John Deere Classic on the fifth hole of a three-man, sudden-death playoff on Sunday to become the youngest player to win on the PGA Tour since 1931. The 19-year-old Spieth tapped in for par on the par-four 18th hole to defeat 2007 Masters champion Zach Johnson, who won the tournament last year, and Canadian David Hearn after the trio finished the regulation 72 holes tied at 19 under par. The three players all parred the first four holes of the playoff despite having chances to win at TPC Deere Run, setting up the finish in Silvis, Illinois. ...

Golf-Teen Spieth wins John Deere Classic on fifth playoff hole

Posted: 14 Jul 2013 05:20 PM PDT

July 14 (Reuters) - Teenager Jordan Spieth won the John Deere Classic on the fifth hole of a three-man, sudden-death playoff on Sunday to become the youngest player to win on the PGA Tour since 1931. The 19-year-old Spieth tapped in for par on the par-four 18th hole to defeat 2007 Masters champion Zach Johnson, who won the tournament last year, and Canadian David Hearn after the trio finished the regulation 72 holes tied at 19 under par. The three players all parred the first four holes of the playoff despite having chances to win at TPC Deere Run, setting up the finish in Silvis, Illinois. ...

Diamondbacks 3B Davidson leads US past World 4-2

Posted: 14 Jul 2013 04:58 PM PDT

United States' Matt Davidson, right, celebrates with C.J. Cron after hitting a home run in the fourth inning of the All-Star Futures baseball game Sunday, July 14, 2013, in New York. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)NEW YORK (AP) — Matt Davidson was overwhelmed when a Hall of Fame representative stopped by and asked for some game-used equipment to display in Cooperstown.

Perry rolls to another major success with U.S. Senior Open

Posted: 14 Jul 2013 03:12 PM PDT

Kenny Perry of the U.S. watches his tee shot on the first hole during the third round of the Memorial Tournament in Dublin, Ohio(Reuters) - Kenny Perry fired a 63 to complete a record comeback victory in the U.S. Senior Open championship, winning by five strokes in Omaha, Nebraska, for his second successive senior major title. Perry, who two weeks ago won the Senior Players Championship, was 10 behind pace-setter Michael Allen at the halfway mark but romped to victory by shooting a 64 in the third round and finishing with a seven-under round at Omaha Country Club. The previous biggest comeback after 36 holes in a senior major was seven strokes. ...

Golf-Perry rolls to another major success with U.S. Senior Open

Posted: 14 Jul 2013 03:10 PM PDT

July 14 (Reuters) - Kenny Perry fired a 63 to complete a record comeback victory in the U.S. Senior Open championship, winning by five strokes in Omaha, Nebraska, for his second successive senior major title. Perry, who two weeks ago won the Senior Players Championship, was 10 behind pace-setter Michael Allen at the halfway mark but romped to victory by shooting a 64 in the third round and finishing with a seven-under round at Omaha Country Club. The previous biggest comeback after 36 holes in a senior major was seven strokes. ...

Lincecum still the Freak after 148-pitch no-hitter

Posted: 14 Jul 2013 02:39 PM PDT

San Francisco Giants pitcher Tim Lincecum arrives at Petco Park where on Saturday he threw a no-hitter against the San Diego Padres in a baseball game in San Diego, Sunday, July 14, 2013. (AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi)SAN DIEGO (AP) — Tim Lincecum walked into the San Francisco Giants' clubhouse late Sunday morning and, yes, his right arm was still attached to his body.

Mickelson wins in Scotland before British Open

Posted: 14 Jul 2013 01:10 PM PDT

Phil Mickelson of the U.S. makes his second shot on the eighth hole during the final round of the 2013 U.S. Open golf championship at the Merion Golf Club in ArdmoreLONDON (Reuters) - American Phil Mickelson overcame a surprising loss of focus on the 72nd hole and held his nerve to beat South Africa's Branden Grace in a playoff and claim a confidence-boosting maiden win at the Scottish Open at Inverness on Sunday. Mickelson, 43, had looked certain to claim victory without the need for extra holes as he strolled up the par-five 18th with a one-shot lead. But the four-times major winner stunned a large and expectant crowd by three-putting from just off the green to hand Grace a reprieve. ...

Golf-European Tour Scottish Open scores

Posted: 14 Jul 2013 11:53 AM PDT

July 14 (Infostrada Sports) - Scores from the European Tour Scottish Open at the par-72 course on Sunday in Inverness Phil Mickelson wins play-off at the first extra hole 271 Phil Mickelson (U.S.) 66 70 66 69 271 Branden Grace (South Africa) 71 65 66 69 273 Joachim Hansen (Denmark) 68 65 69 71 Henrik Stenson (Sweden) 70 64 66 73 274 Martin Laird (Britain) 68 69 69 68 Gareth Maybin (Britain) 69 70 64 71 John Parry (Britain) 64 72 66 72 275 Nicolas Colsaerts (Belgium) 70 68 68 69 Raphael Jacquelin (France) 68 70 65 72 277 Marcel Siem (Germany) 67 69 72 69 Peter Uihlein (U.S. ...

Tigers' Scherzer emerges among AL's best

Posted: 14 Jul 2013 11:52 AM PDT

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Max Scherzer throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Texas Rangers in Detroit, Saturday, July 13, 2013. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)DETROIT (AP) — After all the questions about his remarkable unbeaten streak — and his own attempts to downplay it — Max Scherzer could finally reflect a bit on the type of run most players will never experience.

Braves 1B Freeman won't play in All-Star game

Posted: 14 Jul 2013 11:30 AM PDT

Atlanta Braves' Freddie Freeman drives in a run with a base hit in the second inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds, Thursday, July 11, 2013, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)ATLANTA (AP) — Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman will not play in the All-Star game after jamming his left thumb.

Braves 1B Freeman's All-Star status in question

Posted: 14 Jul 2013 09:30 AM PDT

Atlanta Braves' Freddie Freeman drives in a run with a base hit in the second inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds, Thursday, July 11, 2013, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)ATLANTA (AP) — Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman has a thumb injury that is preventing him from playing Sunday and leaves his status for the All-Star game in question.

The yellow British Open awaits at Muirfield

Posted: 14 Jul 2013 08:59 AM PDT

Tiger Woods plays a shot during a practice round ahead of the British Open Golf Championship, Muirfield, Scotland, Sunday, July 14, 2013. The British Open begins on Thursday, July 18. (AP Photo/Scott Heppell)GULLANE, Scotland (AP) — This already is shaping up as a yellow British Open.
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