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• Floyd Mayweather Jr. arrested for iPhone theft in Las...
  Boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. has been arrested in Las Vegas on a felony theft charge stemming from a domestic violence complaint by his ex-girlfriend. Link
• Tennessee Volunteers notified of NCAA investigation
  Tennessee has received official notice from the NCAA of an investigation into possible recruiting violations by the men's basketball program. Link
• Miami Heat's Pat Riley takes shot at critics, longs f...
  Pat Riley and LeBron James already have one thing in common. They're keeping track of what's been said about how this Miami Heat team got put together this summer. Link
• Bill Belichick said there is no other quarterback he'...
  Bill Belichick said there is no other quarterback he'd rather have than Tom Brady. Link
• NFLPA president and former Tennessee Titans offensive...
  Kevin Mawae, president of the NFL Players Association, is retiring from the NFL after 16 seasons and eight Pro Bowls. Link
• 2010 U.S. Open: Bob Bryan, Mike Bryan win men's doubl...
  Bob and Mike Bryan captured their third title at Flushing Meadows and 65th overall with a 7-6 (5), 7-6 (4) victory in a match in which neither team broke serve. Link
• Dallas Cowboys, Miles Austin agree to six-year, $54M ...
  The Dallas Cowboys and Pro Bowl wide receiver Miles Austin have agreed to a six-year contract extension. Link
• Villanova Wildcats consider Big East football invitat...
  Villanova is studying a proposal to join the Big East Conference in football, the school's athletic director told the Philadelphia Daily News on Friday. Link
• IndyCar's new schedule includes Milwaukee Mile
  The IndyCar series is returning to the historic Milwaukee Mile, and series officials are hoping a new event promoter can succeed where others have failed. Link
• Sources: Former North Carolina defensive back Chris H...
  Georgia wide receiver A.J. Green sold his Independence Bowl jersey to a former North Carolina football player who is also at the center of the NCAA's investigation into alleged rules violations in the Tar Heels program. Link

BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition

• Live text - Wozniacki v Zvonareva
  Caroline Wozniacki meets Vera Zvonareva before Venus Williams faces Kim Clijsters on women's semi-finals day at the US Open. Link
• Vettel heads Ferrari duo at Monza
  Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel steals Ferrari's thunder to set the pace in practice at the Italian Grand Prix. Link
• England defeat spirited Pakistan
  England compound Pakistan's off-field problems with a deserved 24-run win to take a 1-0 lead in the five-game one-day series. Link
• Ferguson brushes off Rooney talk
  Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson refuses to discuss Wayne Rooney's off-field problems or the hostile reception he might face at Everton on Saturday. Link
• Ecclestone makes team orders hint
  Formula 1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone hints that team orders could be reinstated when a review of the rule is carried out at the end of the season. Link
• Pakistan trio set to return home
  The three Pakistan cricketers questioned by police over alleged spot fixing are to fly home. Link
• BMW Championship leaderboard
  The third event of the FedEx Cup play-offs is under way in Chicago. Link
• Strike by players to halt Serie A
  Players in Serie A plan to strike in a fortnight's time in a protest over their rights. Link
• Wenger worry at Walcott injuries
  Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger admits he is concerned how Theo Walcott's latest injury setback will affect the England international on a mental level. Link
• Villa ambition attracted Houllier
  Gerard Houllier says Aston Villa's ambition was key to him agreeing to succeed Martin O'Neill as manager. Link

AP Top Sports News At 3:49 p.m. EDT

• Woods struggles again at Cog Hill
  By 2010-09-10T18:31:07Z LEMONT, Ill. (AP) -- Tiger Woods is now a long shot to get to the FedEx Cup finale.... Link
• Verdasco loses, then picks a winner: It's Roger
  By EDDIE PELLS 2010-09-10T07:50:13Z NEW YORK (AP) -- Most signs point toward Rafa vs. Roger in the U.S. Open final. If that does come to pass, Fernando Verdasco knows who he'd pick.... Link
• Payton gives Saints high marks from opening game
  By 2010-09-10T19:48:21Z METAIRIE, La. (AP) -- Coach Sean Payton says his offense played better than the score indicated in the New Orleans Saints' 14-9 season-opening win over the Minnesota Vikings.... Link
• Vegas police arrest Mayweather in domestic case
  By KEN RITTER 2010-09-10T19:40:40Z LAS VEGAS (AP) -- Boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. has been arrested in Las Vegas on a felony theft charge stemming from a domestic violence complaint by his ex-girlfriend.... Link
• Penn State-Alabama might lack only Heisman winner
  By JOHN ZENOR 2010-09-10T17:10:43Z TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) -- Storied programs, iconic coaches and the kind of rich history normally reserved for longer-running rivalries.... Link
• Moving closer to Federer-Nadal final at US Open
  By HOWARD FENDRICH 2010-09-10T17:53:05Z NEW YORK (AP) -- Looking back at recent U.S. Opens, Rafael Nadal sees simple explanations for why it's the only Grand Slam tournament he has yet to win.... Link
• Spain beats Slovenia 97-80 in consolation round
  By 2010-09-10T19:33:37Z ISTANBUL (AP) -- Juan Carlos Navarro scored 26 points and Spain used a big fourth quarter to beat Slovenia 97-80 in a consolation game at the world championship Friday.... Link
• Field size won't be at issue if US gets World Cup
  By 2010-09-10T15:34:35Z CHICAGO (AP) -- Organizers trying to bring the World Cup to the United States in 2018 or 2022 say all fields could be widened to meet international standards.... Link
• Vikings vs. Saints scores big television ratings
  By 2010-09-10T17:30:15Z NEW YORK (AP) -- The NFL is off to a strong start in its TV ratings after drawing big numbers last season.... Link
• Villanova considering jump to Big East
  By DAN GELSTON 2010-09-10T19:47:52Z PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Villanova's national championship football program could be Big East bound.... Link

Reuters: Sports News

• Dream U.S. Open final edges closer to reality
  NEW YORK (Reuters) - After almost two weeks of action, Novak Djokovic and Mikhail Youzhny are all that stand in the way of an ultimate grand slam final showdown between the world's two best players, Roger Federer and Rafa Nadal. Link
• Happy wanderer Hamilton in contention at Dutch Open
  HILVERSUM, Netherlands (Reuters) - Former British Open champion Todd Hamilton set up the chance of another European Tour victory when the American moved within a stroke of the Dutch Open second-round lead on Friday. Link
• U.S. hint at single World Cup bid
  NEW ORLEANS (Reuters) - The United States is considering withdrawing their bid for the 2018 World Cup to focus entirely on securing the tournament in 2022, U.S. Soccer Federation president Sunil Gulati said Friday. Link
• Saints get back down to business with opening win
  NEW ORLEANS (Reuters) - The New Orleans Saints opened their Super Bowl title defense with a 14-9 victory over the Minnesota Vikings on Thursday that epitomized head coach Sean Payton's 'back to business' mantra. Link
• No revenge for Favre in another loss to Saints
  NEW ORLEANS (Reuters) - The new season started as last year's ended for the Minnesota Vikings and Brett Favre -- with defeat in New Orleans and the quarterback taking his share of blame for the loss. Link
• Giants leave Padres praying to maintain lead
  SAN DIEGO (Reuters) - The San Francisco Giants defeated San Diego 7-3 to move within one game of the Padres in the battle for the National League West division title on Thursday. Link
• Cowboys receiver Austin signs six-year extension
  DALLAS (Reuters) - Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Miles Austin has agreed to a six-year contract extension, the team said on Thursday, adding that the deal added $54 million to his current earnings. Link
• Players union president Mawae ends football career
  NEW YORK (Reuters) - Former Tennessee Titans center Kevin Mawae, the president of the NFL Players Association, is retiring from the league after 16 seasons, he said Friday. Link
• RadioShack go to CAS over Tour of Lombardy snub
  MILAN (Reuters) - Lance Armstrong's RadioShack team have appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport after not being invited to the Tour of Lombardy on October 16 despite previously reaching an agreement with organizers. Link
• Jets ready to roar with Super Bowl in mind
  NEW ORLEANS (Reuters) - The New York Jets have been in the spotlight throughout the NFL off-season but on Monday, Rex Ryan's team face a stern test of their confidently proclaimed Super Bowl ambitions when they take on the Baltimore Ravens. Link

SI.com

• Stewart Mandel: College Football Pickoff: Week 2
  Miami-Ohio State. Penn State-Alabama. Florida State-Oklahoma. Notre Dame-Michigan. It is a big college football weekend, and Stewart Mandel makes his picks for the marquee games. Link
• Penn State test will answer Tide's questions
  Like all teams, the Alabama Crimson Tide have questions, but not enough to have prevented AP and coaches' poll voters from anointing them the team to beat in 2010. They're the defending champs until proven otherwise, and the consensus No. 1 team in the land. Link
• Peter King: Steelers QB Dixon headlines Week 1 billin...
  There are competitive matchups and enticing subplots all across the board in Week 1, writes Peter King. The most fascinating: How will Dennis Dixon and Pittsburgh fare against Atlanta? Link
• Couch vs. Stadium: Best Place to Watch a Game?
  NEW YORK -- When I looked out over the Hudson from my office window in midtown Manhattan on Monday, Aug. 16, at about 6 p.m., summer storm clouds hovered above New Jersey and a light rain was falling. I smiled, thinking of all the fans headed to the Jets-Giants game that night at the New Meadowlands Stadium. I pictured them draped in ponchos in the parking lot, or huddled in a dank concourse, or stuck in traffic on the Jersey Turnpike. Me? I headed to the subway for a 20-minute ride home, stopping at the Duane Reade to pick up a 12-pack of Yuengling (price: $10.49) and some chips and salsa. Shortly before kickoff I called the Thai restaurant around the corner and ordered my favorite dish, then fired up the HDTV in the living room, hit the record button on the DVR and settled in for some Monday Night Football. Link
• U.S. Open semis: Wozniacki-Zvonareva
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• Big ratings for Vikes-Saints
  NEW YORK (AP) -- The NFL is off to a strong start in its TV ratings after drawing big numbers last season. Link
• Brady becomes NFL's highest-paid player
  NEW ORLEANS -- One superstar quarterback contract down. Two more to go. Link
• Former Titans Pro Bowl lineman Mawae will retire
  NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Kevin Mawae, president of the NFL Players Association, is retiring from the NFL after 16 seasons and eight Pro Bowls. Link
• Villanova considering jump to Big East in football
  PHILADELPHIA (AP) Villanova says the Big East has informed the school it wants to add its football program to the conference. Link
• FanHouse: Titans' Johnson fires back at Peterson
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Yahoo! Sports - Top News

• Mayweather arrested for felony theft (AP)
  Boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. has been arrested in Las Vegas on a felony theft charge stemming from a domestic violence complaint by his ex-girlfriend. Mayweather, 33, was booked Friday on a grand larceny charge at the Clark County jail and held on $3,000 bail, Las Vegas police Officer Bill Cassell said. Link
• Pro Bowl C Mawae, NFLPA prez, to retire (AP)
  Kevin Mawae, president of the NFL Players Association, is retiring from the NFL after 16 seasons and eight Pro Bowls. Mawae has called a news conference for Friday afternoon, and a news release posted on the NFLPA's website Friday morning said he will be announcing his retirement. 'It's a time of reflection for me just to think that I (had) the privilege of playing in the NFL,'... Link
• Woods longshot to make playoffs finale (AP)
  Tiger Woods is now a long shot to get to the FedEx Cup finale. Needing to make a move up the leaderboard Friday in the BMW Championship, Woods again failed to break par at Cog Hill. He made a double bogey for the second straight day and had a 1-over 72, leaving him toward the bottom of the pack. Woods was tied for 46th when he finished his second round, with half the 70-man field playing in the... Link
• Tide likely without Ingram vs. Penn St. (AP)
  Storied programs, iconic coaches and the kind of rich history normally reserved for longer-running rivalries. If only No. 1 Alabama and No. 18 Penn State -- Joe Paterno vs. Nick Saban -- could toss a Heisman Trophy winner into this tasty football stew on Saturday night. But Crimson Tide tailback Mark Ingram seemed less likely to return for the game from a knee injury as the week went along. Link
• Riley tells Heat critics 'get a life' (AP)
  Pat Riley and LeBron James already have one thing in common. They're keeping track of what's been said about how this Miami Heat team got put together this summer. It seems to be fueling both of them. Speaking at length with reporters for the first time since the Heat acquired James and Chris Bosh to play alongside Dwyane Wade this summer, Riley revealed he thought some critics of... Link
• Vols men's hoops notified of NCAA probe (AP)
  Tennessee has received official notice from the NCAA of an investigation into possible recruiting violations by the men's basketball program. Tennessee athletic director Mike Hamilton, Chancellor Jimmy Cheek and coach Bruce Pearl called a 3 p.m. Eastern news conference to discuss the NCAA letter of inquiry they received on Friday. Link
• Torres, 43, training to swim 2012 Games (AP)
  Dara Torres is back in the pool and training for what she hopes will be her sixth Olympics. The 43-year-old swimmer made the announcement Friday on the morning TV show 'Live with Regis and Kelly.' Torres decided to try for the 2012 London Games following reconstructive knee surgery. She says she's still recovering from the surgery and started swimming again five weeks ago. Link
• Venus meets Clijsters in semi showdown (AP)
  Whether it's starting a family or starting a business, Kim Clijsters and Venus Williams have figured out how to make life about more than hitting a fuzzy yellow ball. As for that tennis part -- well, things are going pretty well there, too. In the featured semifinal at the U.S. Open on Friday, Clijsters tries to stay on track for her second straight title after a 2 1/2 -year layoff during which... Link
• Saints beat Vikes to open title defense (AP)
  The New Orleans Saints -- the top offense in the league last year -- had just enough in Thursday's opener against the Minnesota Vikings to take a 14-9 lead after three quarters. Drew Brees, who drove the Saints 77 yards to open the game, started the third quarter with a 74-yard scoring drive to regain the lead. Link
• Pats make Brady NFL's top earner at $18M (AP)
  A day that started badly for Tom Brady turned out to be a pretty good one after all. After a morning crash left Brady's car damaged but the New England Patriots quarterback unhurt, he came to terms on a contract that will make him the highest paid player in the NFL. Two people with knowledge of the contract said Thursday night that Brady has agreed to a four-year extension beginning in 2011. Link

Sports News : CBSSports.com

• Peek at the Week: Juicy openers with sweet MNF chaser
  The trendy Packers? Welcome to Philly. How much better are the Bengals? The Pats will let us know. But a sweet Week 1 might be tastiest when the feisty Ravens joust with the jaunty Jets, Clark Judge says. Monday Night Football - Baltimore Ravens - NFL - Sports - Football Link
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• Weekend Watch List: Showdown Saturday has it all
  This Saturday features a family feud, a classic matchup and a heated rematch. It's only Week 2, but there's as much on the line this weekend, including pride, as any time this season, Dennis Dodd says. Family Feud - Television - Arts - Programs - United States Link
• Champion Saints rough up Favre, Vikings 14-9 in opene...
  Drew Brees and the Saints extended New Orleans' post-Super Bowl euphoria for at least another week and handed Brett Favre and the Minnesota Vikings a second straight loss in the Louisiana Superdome. Minnesota Vikings - Louisiana Superdome - New Orleans - sport - NFL Link
• Saints defense steals spotlight from highlight-reel o...
  New Orleans earned its first Super Bowl title with Sean Payton and Drew Brees' prolific offense. But, Pete Prisco says this is a new season, and a new defense that shows it's ready to shine after a 14-9 win over Minnesota. Super Bowl - New Orleans - Sean Payton - Drew Brees - Minnesota Link
• Tiger slips from contention at Cog Hill
  Needing to make a move up the leaderboard Friday in the BMW Championship to have at shot at making the FedEx Cup final, Tiger Woods again failed to break par at Cog Hill. He made a double bogey for the second straight day and had a 1-over 72, leaving him toward the bottom of the pack. Tiger Woods - FedEx Cup - BMW Championship - Golf - Par Link
• Belichick: Glad to be keeping Brady through 2014
  New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick said Friday he's glad to have quarterback Tom Brady at least through the 2014 season. New England Patriots - Tom Brady - Bill Belichick - NFL - Sports Link
• Riley says Heat will be ready to go, stick it to crit...
  Pat Riley and LeBron James already have one thing in common: They're keeping track of what has been said about how this Miami Heat team got put together this summer. Miami Heat - Pat Riley - LeBron James - Dwyane Wade - Chris Bosh Link
• Bengals' Odom to play while appealing suspension
  Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Antwan Odom is expected to play Sunday in the season opener at New England while he appeals a suspension for using a banned substance. Cincinnati Bengals - Antwan Odom - NFL - Sports - New England Link
• Mayweather Jr. arrested on felony theft charge
  Boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. has been arrested in Las Vegas on a felony theft charge stemming from a domestic violence complaint by his ex-girlfriend. Domestic violence - Floyd Mayweather - Las Vegas Nevada - People - Women Link

NBA.com: News

• Navarro leads Spain to win over Slovenia in cons...
  Juan Carlos Navarro scored 27 points and Spain used a big fourth quarter to beat Slovenia 97-80 in a consolation game at the world championship Friday. Link
• Bobcats invite veteran Miles to training camp ...
  The Charlotte Bobcats will bring veteran forward Darius Miles to training camp with a non-guaranteed contract as he attempts another comeback from a serious knee injury. Link
• Riley responds to verbal jabs directed at Heat ...
  Pat Riley and LeBron James already have one thing in common. They're keeping track of what's been said about how this Miami Heat team got put together this summer. Link
• Wizards bring Midnight Madness to training camp ...
  Midnight madness in the NBA? Link
• Collins ready to turn Sixers into contenders ...
  Each day Doug Collins walks seven miles with his wife or completes his daily workouts, he is a living example of a triumphant rebuilding project. Link
• Lithuania tops Argentina, moves on to semifinals...
  Lithuania advanced to the semifinals of the World Championship for the first time, hitting nine of its first 11 3-pointers Thursday to beat Argentina 104-85 and set up a meeting with the United States. Link
• Wade named honorary coach in Chicago prep rematc...
  Dwyane Wade has an NBA championship ring, a league scoring championship, a finals MVP award and more All-Star momentos than he can count. Link
• Buckeyes coach, star QB urge fans to welcome LeB...
  With many fans still angry over LeBron James' decision to leave Cleveland for the Miami Heat, Ohio State coach Jim Tressel is calling for calm. Link
• NBA opens new league office in Moscow
  The National Basketball Association (NBA) has opened a new office in Moscow as part of its ongoing effort to bring the NBA closer to its growing fanbase in Russia and Eastern Europe. The announcement was made today in Moscow by NBA Deputy Commissioner and COO Adam Silver. Link
• Durant, U.S. pull away from Russia, advance to s...
  Chauncey Billups made the promise. Kevin Durant made sure it was kept. Link

• Navarro leads Spain to win over Slovenia in cons...
  Juan Carlos Navarro scored 27 points and Spain used a big fourth quarter to beat Slovenia 97-80 in a consolation game at the world championship Friday. Link
• Bobcats invite veteran Miles to training camp ...
  The Charlotte Bobcats will bring veteran forward Darius Miles to training camp with a non-guaranteed contract as he attempts another comeback from a serious knee injury. Link
• Riley responds to verbal jabs directed at Heat ...
  Pat Riley and LeBron James already have one thing in common. They're keeping track of what's been said about how this Miami Heat team got put together this summer. Link
• Wizards bring Midnight Madness to training camp ...
  Midnight madness in the NBA? Link
• Collins ready to turn Sixers into contenders ...
  Each day Doug Collins walks seven miles with his wife or completes his daily workouts, he is a living example of a triumphant rebuilding project. Link
• Lithuania tops Argentina, moves on to semifinals...
  Lithuania advanced to the semifinals of the World Championship for the first time, hitting nine of its first 11 3-pointers Thursday to beat Argentina 104-85 and set up a meeting with the United States. Link
• Wade named honorary coach in Chicago prep rematc...
  Dwyane Wade has an NBA championship ring, a league scoring championship, a finals MVP award and more All-Star momentos than he can count. Link
• Buckeyes coach, star QB urge fans to welcome LeB...
  With many fans still angry over LeBron James' decision to leave Cleveland for the Miami Heat, Ohio State coach Jim Tressel is calling for calm. Link
• NBA opens new league office in Moscow
  The National Basketball Association (NBA) has opened a new office in Moscow as part of its ongoing effort to bring the NBA closer to its growing fanbase in Russia and Eastern Europe. The announcement was made today in Moscow by NBA Deputy Commissioner and COO Adam Silver. Link
• Durant, U.S. pull away from Russia, advance to s...
  Chauncey Billups made the promise. Kevin Durant made sure it was kept. Link

Major League Baseball News

• Morgan in lineup; no decision on appeal
  Morgan in lineup; no decision on appeal Link
• Uggla stands to make history with homer
  Uggla stands to make history with homer Link
• SU2C event to air live on MLB.com, Network
  SU2C event to air live on MLB.com, Network Link
• Buck making young Orioles believe again
  Buck making young Orioles believe again Link
• Reds set to celebrate Rose's record knock
  Reds set to celebrate Rose's record knock Link
• Cups of coffee sweet for some, bitter for others
  Cups of coffee sweet for some, bitter for others Link
• Statistically speaking: Elusive Triple Crowns
  Statistically speaking: Elusive Triple Crowns Link
• Street regains form after string of injuries
  Street regains form after string of injuries Link
• Sandoval's mother safe after San Bruno fire
  Sandoval's mother safe after San Bruno fire Link
• Giants power up, breathe down Padres' necks
  Giants power up, breathe down Padres' necks Link