http://bigpondnews.com/rssfeed/Sport/ Latest Sport articles. en Sun, 27 May 2012 05:30:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Crows_wont_sulk_over_AFL_loss_coach_754516.html Adelaide coach Brenton Sanderson has told his players not to sulk about their loss to Collingwood. Sun, 27 May 2012 05:03:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Crows_wont_sulk_over_AFL_loss_coach_754516.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Netherlands-Bulgaria_2-1_754514.html Bulgaria shock win Netherlands showed the World Cup runner-up is struggling to find its trademark fluency. Sun, 27 May 2012 04:55:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Netherlands-Bulgaria_2-1_754514.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Tagive_enjoying_injury-free_NRL_run_754513.html The Roosters' Ratu Peni Tagive is enjoying an injury free season after a series of injuries one year ago. Sun, 27 May 2012 04:55:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Tagive_enjoying_injury-free_NRL_run_754513.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Maxwell_urges_Magpies_to_move_on_in_AFL_754511.html Captain Nick Maxwell says Magpies can't dwell on losing another player to a knee injury. Sun, 27 May 2012 04:27:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Maxwell_urges_Magpies_to_move_on_in_AFL_754511.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Jackson_forced_out_of_Madrid_triathlon_754510.html Australia's Olympic hopeful Emma Jackson missed out on the triathlon world championship round due to cramps. Sun, 27 May 2012 04:27:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Jackson_forced_out_of_Madrid_triathlon_754510.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Spain_beats_Serbia_754509.html Spain beat Serbia 2-0 to get its European Championship preparations off to a winning start on Saturday Sun, 27 May 2012 04:27:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Spain_beats_Serbia_754509.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Bombers_beset_by_injuries_754508.html Essendon underlined their status as one of the early AFL pacesetters, despite an injury-depleted squad. Sun, 27 May 2012 04:27:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Bombers_beset_by_injuries_754508.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Bennett_ready_to_keep_faith_with_Knights_754507.html Wayne Bennett admits he has no choice but to persist with his under-performing stars Sun, 27 May 2012 04:27:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Bennett_ready_to_keep_faith_with_Knights_754507.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Ireland_victory_over_Bosnia_754506.html Ireland scored a victory over Bosnia-Herzegovina ahead of the European Championship on Saturday Sun, 27 May 2012 04:27:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Ireland_victory_over_Bosnia_754506.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/England_win_under_new_soccer_coach_754496.html Roy Hodgson made a winning start to his reign as England manager after his side's victory over Norway. Sun, 27 May 2012 03:52:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/England_win_under_new_soccer_coach_754496.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Czech_Republic_beat_Israel_754495.html A last-minute goal by David Lafata helped the Czech Republic beat Israel 2-1 at Saturday's friendly. Sun, 27 May 2012 03:52:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Czech_Republic_beat_Israel_754495.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Dufner_eyes_third_golf_title_in_weeks_754459.html American golfer Jason Dufner is chasing his third US PGA title in five weeks. Sun, 27 May 2012 01:07:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Dufner_eyes_third_golf_title_in_weeks_754459.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Strauss_hungry_for_more_runs_754460.html England captain Andrew Strauss was 102 not out at the close of Saturday's second day in the second Test Sun, 27 May 2012 01:07:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Strauss_hungry_for_more_runs_754460.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Aussie_rowers_eyeing_World_Cup_medals_754461.html Australia will have seven crews vying for medals at the World Cup 2 regatta in Switzerland Sun, 27 May 2012 01:07:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Aussie_rowers_eyeing_World_Cup_medals_754461.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Dragons_escape_against_Eels_754426.html A late try to Kyle Stanley has helped the Dragons escape with a thrilling 14-12 victory over the Eels. Sat, 26 May 2012 22:59:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Dragons_escape_against_Eels_754426.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/England_cut_West_Indies_lead_754417.html England cut West Indies' lead to 111 on day two of the second test reaching 259-2 at stumps on Sunday. Sat, 26 May 2012 22:41:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/England_cut_West_Indies_lead_754417.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Donald_takes_charge_at_PGA_Championship_754416.html James Morrison's third round meltdown at the PGA Championships gives Luke Donald a chance to regain title. Sat, 26 May 2012 22:35:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Donald_takes_charge_at_PGA_Championship_754416.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Afridi_Malik_sign_Pakistan_contracts_754361.html The Pakistan Cricket Board have awarded past captains Shahid Afridi and Shoaib Malik with central contracts. Sat, 26 May 2012 19:05:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Afridi_Malik_sign_Pakistan_contracts_754361.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/AFL_Magpie_Keefe_suffers_knee_injury_754360.html Collingwood expect scans on Lachlan Keefe's injured knee to rule him out for 12 months of football. Sat, 26 May 2012 19:05:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/AFL_Magpie_Keefe_suffers_knee_injury_754360.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Waratahs_lose_thriller_to_Cheetahs_754359.html The NSW Waratahs have lost their third one-point loss of the Super Rugby season to the Cheetahs. Sat, 26 May 2012 19:05:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Waratahs_lose_thriller_to_Cheetahs_754359.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Thomas_De_Gendt_takes_stage_20_754351.html Belgian Thomas de Gendt put up a superb solo effort to win the Giro d'Italia 20th stage on Saturday. Sat, 26 May 2012 16:07:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Thomas_De_Gendt_takes_stage_20_754351.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Webber_on_pole_in_Monaco_754345.html Mark Webber will start from pole position in Monaco despite posting the second fastest qualifying time. Sat, 26 May 2012 14:13:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/27/Webber_on_pole_in_Monaco_754345.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Force_down_Lions_754344.html The Western Force have defeated the Lions 17-11 in the Super Rugby clash. Sat, 26 May 2012 13:42:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Force_down_Lions_754344.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Essendon_beat_GWS_giants_754339.html Essendon claimed top spot on the AFL ladder with a 66-point win over GWS, but it was not an easy triumph. Sat, 26 May 2012 12:26:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Essendon_beat_GWS_giants_754339.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Collingwood_down_Adelaide_754338.html Collingwood stunned Adelaide with a final quarter flurry to log a spirited 26-point away triumph. Sat, 26 May 2012 12:24:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Collingwood_down_Adelaide_754338.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Queensland_edge_Brumbies_13-12_754337.html The Reds narrowly defeated the Brumbies 13-12 in a bitter Super Rugby battle in Canberra. Sat, 26 May 2012 12:03:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Queensland_edge_Brumbies_13-12_754337.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Dragons_beat_Eels_in_NRL_754336.html St George Illawarra won 14-12 to the Parramatta Eels in a hard fought match. Sat, 26 May 2012 11:50:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Dragons_beat_Eels_in_NRL_754336.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Reds_13_defeat_Brumbies_12_754335.html The Queensland Reds have defeated the ACT Brumbies 13-12 at fulltime. Sat, 26 May 2012 11:43:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Reds_13_defeat_Brumbies_12_754335.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/St_Kilda_beat_Swans_by_28_points_754309.html St Kilda blew out the candles for midfielder Lenny Hayes' 250th AFL game by thrashing the Swans by 28-point. Sat, 26 May 2012 10:53:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/St_Kilda_beat_Swans_by_28_points_754309.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Federer_tips_Nadal_to_crash_Djokovic_754307.html Grand slam master Roger Federer says Rafael Nadal deserves French Open favouritism over world No.1 Djokovic. Sat, 26 May 2012 10:25:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Federer_tips_Nadal_to_crash_Djokovic_754307.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Knights_hit_new_low_as_Titans_prevail_754287.html Newcastle's brave new world under Wayne Bennett hit a new low as the Titans won 24-14 at Hunter Stadium. Sat, 26 May 2012 09:40:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Knights_hit_new_low_as_Titans_prevail_754287.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Highlanders_27_defeat_Blues_20_754286.html The Highlanders broke their Eden Park drought in the Super Rugby playoffs with a bonus-point win over Blues. Sat, 26 May 2012 09:36:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Highlanders_27_defeat_Blues_20_754286.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Bolt_opens_European_season_with_100m_win_754277.html Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt has overcome a poor start to comfortably win the 100m in the Czech Republic. Sat, 26 May 2012 08:15:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Bolt_opens_European_season_with_100m_win_754277.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Cronk_happy_to_carry_the_Storm_load_754275.html Storm halfback Cooper Cronk isn't prepared to lighten his load despite his side crushing Brisbane Broncos. Sat, 26 May 2012 08:05:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Cronk_happy_to_carry_the_Storm_load_754275.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Newcastle_v_Gold_Coast_Toyota_Cup_754274.html Newcastle Knights beat the Gold Coast Titans 14-10 at Hunter Stadium in the Toyota Cup. Sat, 26 May 2012 07:59:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Newcastle_v_Gold_Coast_Toyota_Cup_754274.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Hurricanes_66_beat_Rebels_24_754261.html The Hurricanes have defeated the Rebels 66-24 in their Super Rugby clash at Westpac Stadium. Sat, 26 May 2012 07:26:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Hurricanes_66_beat_Rebels_24_754261.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Port_down_Suns_by_48_points_754259.html Port Adelaide defeated Gold Coast Suns 17.16 (118) to 10.10 (70) in their AFL clash at Gold Coast Stadium. Sat, 26 May 2012 07:06:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Port_down_Suns_by_48_points_754259.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Buchanan_wins_first_BMX_world_title_754257.html Aust BMX cyclist Caroline Buchanan continues her buildup to the Olympics, winning her first world title. Sat, 26 May 2012 06:53:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Buchanan_wins_first_BMX_world_title_754257.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Tigers_upset_Hawks_in_AFL_754255.html Richmond dominated Hawthorn for a breakthrough 21.11 (137) to 10.15 (75) AFL win on Saturday at the MCG. Sat, 26 May 2012 06:47:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Tigers_upset_Hawks_in_AFL_754255.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Wallace_admits_Broncos_off_the_NRL_pace_754221.html Bronco's Peter Wallace says the team has plenty of ground to make up for to be considered a finals threat. Sat, 26 May 2012 02:20:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Wallace_admits_Broncos_off_the_NRL_pace_754221.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Broncos_Hala_to_have_surgery_next_week_754220.html Brisbane forward Dave Hala will have surgery next week after rupturing his patella tendon. Sat, 26 May 2012 02:20:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Broncos_Hala_to_have_surgery_next_week_754220.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Learoyd-Lahrs_backs_dumping_of_Dugan_754219.html Canberra hardman Tom Learoyd-Lahrs has backed the dumping of Josh Dugan from Friday night's game. Sat, 26 May 2012 02:20:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Learoyd-Lahrs_backs_dumping_of_Dugan_754219.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Dufner_takes_lead_at_the_Colonial_754215.html Jason Dufner establishes a two-stroke lead at the Colonial and close in on a rare Texas title double. Sat, 26 May 2012 01:35:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Dufner_takes_lead_at_the_Colonial_754215.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Cool_and_chic_is_key_for_Stosur_754214.html Samantha Stosur launches her French Open campaign on Sunday, but vows to enjoy Paris come what may. Sat, 26 May 2012 01:35:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Cool_and_chic_is_key_for_Stosur_754214.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Brown_a_big_threat_to_AFLs_Kangaroos_754209.html Brisbane skipper Jonathan Brown returns for a North Melbourne AFL side with a point to prove. Sat, 26 May 2012 01:13:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Brown_a_big_threat_to_AFLs_Kangaroos_754209.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Plum_pumped_for_NRL_Panthers_return_754208.html Penrith's Nigel Plum will return to the field this weekend after recovering from a shoulder injury. Sat, 26 May 2012 01:13:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Plum_pumped_for_NRL_Panthers_return_754208.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Federer_tips_Nadal_over_Djokovic_754207.html Roger Federer insists Rafael Nadal, not Novak Djokovic, will create tennis history at the French Open. Sat, 26 May 2012 01:13:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Federer_tips_Nadal_over_Djokovic_754207.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Serena_set_to_conquer_Paris_754206.html French Open favourite Serena Williams says she is is as committed to tennis now as ever. Sat, 26 May 2012 01:13:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Serena_set_to_conquer_Paris_754206.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Chiefs_deny_Bulls_in_thriller_754204.html The Chiefs are back at the top of the Super Rugby table with a 28-22 victory over the Bulls on Friday night. Sat, 26 May 2012 00:54:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Chiefs_deny_Bulls_in_thriller_754204.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Worsfold_an_AFL_inspiration_for_Naitanui_754203.html West Coast player Nic Naitanui says vision of Worsfold during his glory years is an inspiration to the team. Sat, 26 May 2012 00:54:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Worsfold_an_AFL_inspiration_for_Naitanui_754203.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Beckham_no_longer_highest_MLS_earner_754197.html Thierry Henry has eclipsed David Beckham as the highest-paid player in Major League Soccer Sat, 26 May 2012 00:26:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Beckham_no_longer_highest_MLS_earner_754197.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Heighington_ready_for_Tigers_return_754198.html Tigers back-rower Chris Heighington makes his return from injury against North Queensland this Sunday. Sat, 26 May 2012 00:26:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Heighington_ready_for_Tigers_return_754198.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Ibrahimovic_happy_to_stay_at_AC_Milan_754196.html Swedish striker Zlatan will stay with AC Milan for a third season despite the club's financial problems. Sat, 26 May 2012 00:25:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Ibrahimovic_happy_to_stay_at_AC_Milan_754196.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/AFL_disappointment_driving_Demons_Jones_754195.html Leadership group member Nathan Jones says the Demons' winless start under Mark Neeld had been hard to take. Sat, 26 May 2012 00:25:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/AFL_disappointment_driving_Demons_Jones_754195.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Samuels_wins_war_of_words_with_Anderson_754194.html Windies batsman Marlon Samuels century turned the tide of the second Test, despite James Anderson's taunts. Sat, 26 May 2012 00:25:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Samuels_wins_war_of_words_with_Anderson_754194.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Barca_give_Guardiola_great_Cup_send-off_754190.html Barca gave coach Pep Guardiola the perfect send off, beating Athletic Bilbao 3-0, winning the Spanish Cup Fri, 25 May 2012 23:34:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Barca_give_Guardiola_great_Cup_send-off_754190.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Hewitt_welcomes_Djokovic_challenge_754189.html Lleyton Hewitt welcomes the challenge of a French Open showdown with history-chasing Novak Djokovic. Fri, 25 May 2012 23:34:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Hewitt_welcomes_Djokovic_challenge_754189.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Spurs_Thunder_fight_for_NBA_West_crown_754188.html The San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder begin their duel for the Western Conference crown on Sunday Fri, 25 May 2012 23:34:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Spurs_Thunder_fight_for_NBA_West_crown_754188.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Rough_French_Open_draw_for_Stosur_754186.html Sam Stosur could be set for a match with top seed Victoria Azarenka in the quarter-finals at the French Open Fri, 25 May 2012 22:54:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Rough_French_Open_draw_for_Stosur_754186.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Draw_for_Russia_and_Uruguay_754175.html Russia held Copa America champion Uruguay to 1-1 in the first European Championship warm-up games. Fri, 25 May 2012 22:20:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Draw_for_Russia_and_Uruguay_754175.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Denmarks_friendly_against_Brazil_754174.html Denmark picks one of the top teams for its buildup match in preparation for the European Championships. Fri, 25 May 2012 22:20:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Denmarks_friendly_against_Brazil_754174.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/James_Morrison_leads_PGA_754173.html England's James Morrison was the shock leader after two rounds of the PGA Championship Fri, 25 May 2012 22:20:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/James_Morrison_leads_PGA_754173.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Storm_breeze_past_Broncos_754172.html Melbourne Storm have moved to the top of the NRL ladder after a 34-10 victory over the Brisbane Broncos. Fri, 25 May 2012 22:20:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Storm_breeze_past_Broncos_754172.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/The_tragedy_of_penalty_shootouts_754127.html FIFA President Sepp Blatter has asked Franz Beckenbauer to find an alternative for penalty shootouts. Fri, 25 May 2012 19:33:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/The_tragedy_of_penalty_shootouts_754127.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/McIlroy_out_for_BMW_PGA_Championship_754101.html Top-ranked Rory McIlroy will miss the cut after a implosion at the BMW PGA Championship Fri, 25 May 2012 18:44:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/McIlroy_out_for_BMW_PGA_Championship_754101.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Cats_hold_on_for_AFL_win_over_Dogs_754096.html Geelong held off the Western Bulldogs to win their AFL match by 20 points last night at Etihad Stadium. Fri, 25 May 2012 18:31:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Cats_hold_on_for_AFL_win_over_Dogs_754096.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Samuels_century_rescues_Windies_754095.html Marlon Samuels' hundred and a Test-best score from West Indies captain Darren Sammy have saved the tourists Fri, 25 May 2012 18:31:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Samuels_century_rescues_Windies_754095.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Kreuziger_wins_19th_stage_754086.html Czech rider Roman Kreuziger won the 19th stage of the Giro d'Italia on Friday. Fri, 25 May 2012 16:55:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Kreuziger_wins_19th_stage_754086.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Kreuziger_first_for_stage_19_754085.html Czech Roman Kreuziger has come in on top for stage 19 of the Giro d'Italia. Fri, 25 May 2012 16:42:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/26/Kreuziger_first_for_stage_19_754085.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Cats_hold_on_for_AFL_win_over_Dogs_754064.html Geelong held off the Western Bulldogs in a pulsating last quarter to win their AFL match by 20 points. Fri, 25 May 2012 12:52:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Cats_hold_on_for_AFL_win_over_Dogs_754064.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Storm_beat_Brisbane_34-10_in_NRL_clash_754063.html Melbourne Storm have downed Brisbane 34-10 in their top-of-the-table NRL clash at AAMI Park on Friday night. Fri, 25 May 2012 12:39:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Storm_beat_Brisbane_34-10_in_NRL_clash_754063.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Souths_hammer_Canberra_in_NRL_clash_754060.html South's Greg Inglis and Dave Taylor turned on the power to help the Rabbitohs to victory over Canberra. Fri, 25 May 2012 12:06:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Souths_hammer_Canberra_in_NRL_clash_754060.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Slater_back_to_his_best_for_Storm_754059.html Billy Slater got back to his try-scoring best as he backed up from State of Origin to defeat the Broncos. Fri, 25 May 2012 12:01:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Slater_back_to_his_best_for_Storm_754059.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/British_Olympic_mission_to_Everest_754056.html Kenton Cool reached the summit of Everest fulfilling a promise to carry an Olympic gold medal to the peak. Fri, 25 May 2012 11:32:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/British_Olympic_mission_to_Everest_754056.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Azarenka_awaits_Stosur_at_French_Open_754055.html Samantha Stosur has landed in the same quarter of the French Open draw as world No.1 Victoria Azarenka. Fri, 25 May 2012 11:25:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Azarenka_awaits_Stosur_at_French_Open_754055.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Chiefs_beat_Bulls_28-22_754047.html NZ's Chiefs have moved top of the Super Rugby table after beating South Africa's Bulls 28-22 at Hamilton. Fri, 25 May 2012 09:40:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Chiefs_beat_Bulls_28-22_754047.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Buderus_return_a_boost_for_Knights_754030.html Jarrod Mullen says the return of Danny Buderus can boost the Knights after a slow start to the season. Fri, 25 May 2012 08:09:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Buderus_return_a_boost_for_Knights_754030.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Foley_wary_of_adventurous_Cheetahs_754028.html Waratahs coach Michael Foley says his team needs to control the ball in their clash with the Cheetahs. Fri, 25 May 2012 07:55:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Foley_wary_of_adventurous_Cheetahs_754028.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Forces_Cummins_ready_to_hit_top_form_754002.html After watching his aunt become Aust's Biggest Loser, the Force's Nick Cummins wants to boost his career. Fri, 25 May 2012 06:28:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Forces_Cummins_ready_to_hit_top_form_754002.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Anasta_backs_Carney_for_Origin_II_754001.html Braith Anasta predicts a strong performance from his former teammate Todd Carney in State of Origin II. Fri, 25 May 2012 06:28:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Anasta_backs_Carney_for_Origin_II_754001.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Anna_Meares_feels_London_pressure_753999.html Australian cyclist Anna Meares plans to create Olympic history at London with an age-old cliche in her head. Fri, 25 May 2012 06:28:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Anna_Meares_feels_London_pressure_753999.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Stosur_awaits_French_Open_draw_753927.html Sam Stosur is eagerly awaiting the draw for the French Open which begins soon Fri, 25 May 2012 02:22:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Stosur_awaits_French_Open_draw_753927.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Injuries_force_Highlanders_into_changes_753893.html The coach of the Highlanders has had to make changes because of a multitude of injuries Fri, 25 May 2012 01:02:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Injuries_force_Highlanders_into_changes_753893.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Gold_coast_have_resigned_their_coach_753883.html AFL club Gold Coast have ended speculation by re-signing coach Guy McKenna for a further two years. Fri, 25 May 2012 00:20:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Gold_coast_have_resigned_their_coach_753883.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Guardini_wins_stage_of_Giro_dItalia_753872.html Joaquin Rodriguez has held on to his overall lead in the Giro d'Italia while Guardini wins the 18th stage Thu, 24 May 2012 23:30:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Guardini_wins_stage_of_Giro_dItalia_753872.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Kenyan_cricketer_implicated_in_WC_fixing_753870.html A Kenyan cricket player is under investigation for match fixing in the 2011 World Cup Thu, 24 May 2012 23:12:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Kenyan_cricketer_implicated_in_WC_fixing_753870.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Tennis_big_three_set_for_French_showdown_753865.html Rafael Nadal , Novak Djokovic and free-rolling Roger Federer are set for the start of the French open. Thu, 24 May 2012 22:51:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Tennis_big_three_set_for_French_showdown_753865.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Mitchell_poised_for_Waratahs_return_753850.html Drew Mitchell is set to return after an ankle injury sidelined him for seven months Thu, 24 May 2012 21:32:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Mitchell_poised_for_Waratahs_return_753850.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Price_would_have_been_fuming_in_Origin_753817.html Former Origin great Ray Price says he would have led his side off the field over Greg Inglis's try Thu, 24 May 2012 19:37:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Price_would_have_been_fuming_in_Origin_753817.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Button_tops_F1_practice_times_in_Monaco_753816.html Mclaren's Jesson Button is at the top of the leader board after the second practise session in Monaco Thu, 24 May 2012 19:37:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Button_tops_F1_practice_times_in_Monaco_753816.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/England_look_to_add_to_Windies_woes_753815.html England will look to continue the pain for the West Indies as they head into the second test Thu, 24 May 2012 19:06:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/England_look_to_add_to_Windies_woes_753815.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Olympic_track_cycling_team_announcement_753798.html The Australian Olympic cycling team will be picked this morning in Adelaide Thu, 24 May 2012 19:01:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Olympic_track_cycling_team_announcement_753798.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Lights_good_for_Test_cricket_Cook_753813.html England's Alistair Cook has called for the use of floodlights in test crickets Thu, 24 May 2012 18:57:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Lights_good_for_Test_cricket_Cook_753813.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Suns_need_to_stop_AFL_fadeouts_Hunt_753811.html Gold coast AFL player Karmichael Hunt, has said his team needs to stop giving away leads Thu, 24 May 2012 18:38:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Suns_need_to_stop_AFL_fadeouts_Hunt_753811.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Bulldogs_could_be_my_last_chance_Inu_753799.html New Bulldog Krisnan Inu, is confident his new club is where he can play his best Thu, 24 May 2012 18:32:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Bulldogs_could_be_my_last_chance_Inu_753799.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Maroons_always_find_a_way__Thurston_753795.html Queensland Origin star Thurston has talked about playing for their legacy Thu, 24 May 2012 18:14:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Maroons_always_find_a_way__Thurston_753795.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Slater_to_work_on_taking_Origin_bombs_753792.html Billy Slater will work on his bombs after making a series of uncharacteristic errors in Origin 1 Thu, 24 May 2012 18:09:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/25/Slater_to_work_on_taking_Origin_bombs_753792.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/QPRs_Barton_banned_for_12_matches_753777.html Queens Park Rangers captain Joey Barton has been handed a 12-match ban for two counts of violent conduct. Thu, 24 May 2012 13:40:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/QPRs_Barton_banned_for_12_matches_753777.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Harrigan_backs_Origin-sealing_try_753773.html Referees boss Bill Harrigan has backed the controversial ruling which sealed QLD's Origin opener win. Thu, 24 May 2012 13:25:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Harrigan_backs_Origin-sealing_try_753773.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Maroons_always_find_a_way_-_Thurston_753756.html Never giving up is the key to playing State of Origin for QLD, according to Maroons star Johnathan Thurston. Thu, 24 May 2012 11:54:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Maroons_always_find_a_way_-_Thurston_753756.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Tokyo_thrilled_to_be_in_Olympic_bids_753752.html Tokyo is delighted at their inclusion to be one of three contenders to host the 2020 Olympic Games. Thu, 24 May 2012 11:10:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Tokyo_thrilled_to_be_in_Olympic_bids_753752.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/No_escaping_the_heat_for_Kangaroos_753751.html North Melbourne have had to face the heat over last weekend's fadeout against Port Adelaide. Thu, 24 May 2012 11:09:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/No_escaping_the_heat_for_Kangaroos_753751.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Kookaburras_protest_early_London_games_753740.html The Kookaburra's are calling foul on their Olympic draw which sees them play three early matches. Thu, 24 May 2012 10:16:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Kookaburras_protest_early_London_games_753740.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Clarke_and_new_bride_thank_Indian_fans_753712.html Michael Clarke has tweeted a photo of him and his new bride to thank Indian fans for their hospitality. Thu, 24 May 2012 09:59:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Clarke_and_new_bride_thank_Indian_fans_753712.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Demons_drop_Sylvia_Davey_in_AFL_753727.html The Demons have dropped veterans Aaron Davey and Colin Sylvia after the weekend's horror loss to Sydney. Thu, 24 May 2012 09:54:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Demons_drop_Sylvia_Davey_in_AFL_753727.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Origin_loss_not_all_refs_fault_-_Gallen_753699.html NSW captain Paul Gallen says his side can't dwell on the referees role in their 18-10 Origin opener loss. Thu, 24 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Origin_loss_not_all_refs_fault_-_Gallen_753699.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Bolt_ready_for_great_things_at_games_753677.html Sprint superstar Usain Bolt says he is ready to deliver "great things" at this year's London Olympics. Thu, 24 May 2012 06:35:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Bolt_ready_for_great_things_at_games_753677.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Jennings_cops_week_ban_for_Origin_blow_753670.html NSW centre Michael Jennings has been handed a one-match suspension for his punch in the Origin opener. Thu, 24 May 2012 06:35:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Jennings_cops_week_ban_for_Origin_blow_753670.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/AFLs_Tigers_to_miss_Grimes_-_Hardwick_753679.html Richmond coach Damien Hardwick says their defense faces a huge task to counter Hawthorn without Dylan Grimes Thu, 24 May 2012 06:28:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/AFLs_Tigers_to_miss_Grimes_-_Hardwick_753679.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Stosurs_unfinished_French_Open_business_753661.html Samantha Stosur has arrived in Paris looking to complete some unfinished business at the French Open. Thu, 24 May 2012 04:54:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Stosurs_unfinished_French_Open_business_753661.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Dockers_likely_to_play_three_ruckmen_753660.html Freo ruckmen Aaron Sandilands, Jonathon Griffin and Zac Clarke are a chance to play this week. Thu, 24 May 2012 04:54:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Dockers_likely_to_play_three_ruckmen_753660.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Hayne_says_Blues_can_still_win_Origin_753659.html NSW may have lost the Origin opener, but Jarryd Hayne believes they are still capable of winning the series. Thu, 24 May 2012 04:53:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Hayne_says_Blues_can_still_win_Origin_753659.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Sydney_FC_gets_Brazilian_Fabio_753654.html Sydney FC has signed Brazillian Fabio on a two year deal Thu, 24 May 2012 04:20:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Sydney_FC_gets_Brazilian_Fabio_753654.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Lights_good_for_Test_cricket_-_Cook_753653.html Alastair Cook believes floodlights used against the West Indies could set an example for world cricket. Thu, 24 May 2012 04:20:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Lights_good_for_Test_cricket_-_Cook_753653.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Stuart_happy_with_what_he_has_in_Origin_753652.html Ricky Stuart sees a squad he believes is capable of getting the Blues back into this year's State of Origin. Thu, 24 May 2012 04:19:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Stuart_happy_with_what_he_has_in_Origin_753652.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Hannant_and_Gillett_to_back_up_Broncos_753603.html Qld Origin players Ben Hannant and Matt Gillett will back up in Brisbane for the match against Melbourne. Thu, 24 May 2012 01:26:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Hannant_and_Gillett_to_back_up_Broncos_753603.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Warriors_release_Inu_to_join_Bulldogs_753602.html The Warriors have granted Krisnan Inu a release to join rivals Canterbury on a three and a half year deal. Thu, 24 May 2012 01:25:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Warriors_release_Inu_to_join_Bulldogs_753602.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/2020_Olympic_shortlist_cuts_753591.html Istanbul, Tokyo and Madrid made the first cut among bidders to host the 2020 Olympics. Thu, 24 May 2012 00:37:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/2020_Olympic_shortlist_cuts_753591.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Cyclist_Rodriguez_strengthens_Italy_lead_753590.html Joaquim Rodriguez has strengthened his position as leader of the Giro d'Italia by winning the 17th stage. Thu, 24 May 2012 00:37:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Cyclist_Rodriguez_strengthens_Italy_lead_753590.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Pietersen_fined_by_ECB_over_Knight_rant_753589.html The England and Wales Cricket Board has fined Kevin Pietersen for his Twitter attack on Nick Knight. Thu, 24 May 2012 00:37:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Pietersen_fined_by_ECB_over_Knight_rant_753589.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Villa_release_three_EPL_players_753588.html English premier league soccer club Aston Villa have avoided relegation by releasing three players Thu, 24 May 2012 00:37:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Villa_release_three_EPL_players_753588.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Pomersbach_case_withdrawn_-_report_753579.html It's reported a US woman will withdraw a molestation case against Australian cricketer Luke Pomersbach. Wed, 23 May 2012 23:57:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Pomersbach_case_withdrawn_-_report_753579.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Chiefs_refreshed_after_Super_Rugby_rest_753578.html The Chiefs, who are preparing to face the Bulls in Hamilton, have been refreshed by having a week off. Wed, 23 May 2012 23:51:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Chiefs_refreshed_after_Super_Rugby_rest_753578.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Balotelli_wants_to_stay_at_ManCity_753576.html Mario Balotelli says he wants to stay with Manchester City amid speculation that he will return to Italy. Wed, 23 May 2012 23:51:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Balotelli_wants_to_stay_at_ManCity_753576.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Reds_name_squad_for_Brumbies_clash_753577.html Reds coach Ewen McKenzie has named a 23-man squad for his side's Super Rugby clash with the Brumbies. Wed, 23 May 2012 23:51:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Reds_name_squad_for_Brumbies_clash_753577.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/The_battle_for_golfs_top_spot_753550.html Luke Donald and Rory McIlroy will jostle for golf's world No.1 ranking spot at the European PGA Championship Wed, 23 May 2012 22:06:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/The_battle_for_golfs_top_spot_753550.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Football_hero_carry_Olympic_torch_753549.html Thousands of fans mobbed the relay route when Chelsea football star Didier Drogba ran with the torch. Wed, 23 May 2012 22:05:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Football_hero_carry_Olympic_torch_753549.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Djokovic_to_claim_fourth_Grand_Slam_753547.html World Number 1 Novak Djokovic is out to claim his fourth straight Grand Slam victory at the French Open. Wed, 23 May 2012 22:05:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Djokovic_to_claim_fourth_Grand_Slam_753547.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Neeld_urges_fan_stick_with_AFLs_Demons_753546.html Mark Neeld says the embattled clubare improving behind the scenes, even if it is not obvious in matches. Wed, 23 May 2012 22:05:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Neeld_urges_fan_stick_with_AFLs_Demons_753546.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Chennai_knock_Mumbai_out_of_IPL_753490.html Mahendra Singh Dhoni has smashed a 20-ball 51 not out to set up a 38-run win for Chennai Super Kings side. Wed, 23 May 2012 19:27:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Chennai_knock_Mumbai_out_of_IPL_753490.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Scarlett_expected_back_for_AFLs_Cats_753489.html Geelong are expected to regain experienced defender Matthew Scarlett when they name their team for tonight. Wed, 23 May 2012 19:24:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Scarlett_expected_back_for_AFLs_Cats_753489.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/AFL_Giants_coach_Sheedy_to_face_Bombers_753488.html Giants' coach Kevin Sheedy says Saturday's clash with his old side Essendon won't be that emotional for him. Wed, 23 May 2012 19:24:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/AFL_Giants_coach_Sheedy_to_face_Bombers_753488.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Bolt_ready_for_great_things_at_Olympics_753487.html Sprinter Usai Bolt insists that he will be ready to deliver more "great things" at this year's London Games. Wed, 23 May 2012 19:24:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Bolt_ready_for_great_things_at_Olympics_753487.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Jennings_shut_down_by_NSW_management_753478.html Michael Jennings' media appearance was shut down by team management after he admitted punching was a mistake Wed, 23 May 2012 18:59:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Jennings_shut_down_by_NSW_management_753478.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Barton_slapped_with_12-match_ban_753473.html Barton has received a 12-match ban from the Football Association after being found guilty of violent conduct Wed, 23 May 2012 18:49:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Barton_slapped_with_12-match_ban_753473.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Qld_eye_seventh_straight_Origin_win_753450.html Qld are hoping to wrap up a seventh State of Origin series in Sydney rather than waiting until game three. Wed, 23 May 2012 18:17:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Qld_eye_seventh_straight_Origin_win_753450.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Jennings_had_brain_snap_-_Thurston_753430.html QLD's Johnathan Thurston said NSW centre Michael Jennings suffered a meltdown during the Origin opener. Wed, 23 May 2012 14:28:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/24/Jennings_had_brain_snap_-_Thurston_753430.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Maroons_beat_NSW_18-10_in_Origin_753404.html Queensland have won the opening match of the State of Origin Series 18-10 against NSW in Melbourne. Wed, 23 May 2012 12:43:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Maroons_beat_NSW_18-10_in_Origin_753404.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/QLD_win_opening_Origin_match_18-10_753402.html Queensland have won the opening match of the State of Origin Series 18-10 against NSW in Melbourne. Wed, 23 May 2012 12:15:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/QLD_win_opening_Origin_match_18-10_753402.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Sheedy_bears_Bombers_no_ill_will_753399.html GWS coach Kevin Sheedy says he bears no ill will over his departure from the Bombers ahead of weekend clash. Wed, 23 May 2012 10:51:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Sheedy_bears_Bombers_no_ill_will_753399.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/AFL_fines_coach_for_umpire_incident_753389.html Richmond coach Damien Hardwick has been handed a $5000 fine after approaching an umpire during a match. Wed, 23 May 2012 10:25:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/AFL_fines_coach_for_umpire_incident_753389.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Heat_down_Pacers_to_lead_NBA_series_753381.html Miami Heat have beat en the Indiana Pacers 115-83 to take a 3-2 lead in their NBA conference semis. Wed, 23 May 2012 09:47:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Heat_down_Pacers_to_lead_NBA_series_753381.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Locke_forced_to_delay_NRL_return_753380.html Warriors fullback Kevin Locke have shelved plans to return from injury for the Auckland Vulcans. Wed, 23 May 2012 09:47:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Locke_forced_to_delay_NRL_return_753380.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Farina_wins_Alex_Tobin_Medal_753362.html Frank Farina has been awarded the prestigious Alex Tobin Medal for his services to soccer. Wed, 23 May 2012 08:12:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Farina_wins_Alex_Tobin_Medal_753362.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Patton_close_to_AFL_debut_with_GWS_753359.html GWS AFL coach Kevin Sheedy is determined not to rush Jonathon Patton back too fast from injury. Wed, 23 May 2012 08:08:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Patton_close_to_AFL_debut_with_GWS_753359.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Neeld_urges_fans_to_stick_with_Demons_753344.html Demons coach Mark Neeld says the club is improving behind the scenes, even if it is not obvious in matches. Wed, 23 May 2012 07:10:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Neeld_urges_fans_to_stick_with_Demons_753344.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/State_of_Origin_in_Vic_silly_-_OFarrell_753314.html NSW Premier Barry O'Farrell says it's a nonsense to have State of Origin in Melbourne. Wed, 23 May 2012 05:28:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/State_of_Origin_in_Vic_silly_-_OFarrell_753314.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/QLD_brace_for_NSW_Origin_onslaught_753317.html QLD are bracing for an early onslaught from a desperate NSW team in the opening State of Origin match. Wed, 23 May 2012 05:23:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/QLD_brace_for_NSW_Origin_onslaught_753317.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Crows_coach_surprised_at_quick_rise_753311.html Adelaide coach Brenton Sanderson is handling increasing scrutiny on the methods lifting the Crows. Wed, 23 May 2012 05:04:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Crows_coach_surprised_at_quick_rise_753311.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Stosur_needs_New_York_state_of_mind_753289.html Evonne Goolagong Cawley says Samantha Stosur needs to draw on her US Open triumph at Roland Garros. Wed, 23 May 2012 03:24:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Stosur_needs_New_York_state_of_mind_753289.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/I_can_be_part_of_Saints_flag_-_Hayes_753288.html Lenny Hayes admits retirement thoughts have crossed his mind but hopes to become a premiership player first. Wed, 23 May 2012 03:24:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/I_can_be_part_of_Saints_flag_-_Hayes_753288.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Two_Aussies_win_in_French_Open_qualify_753287.html Australians Marinko Matosevic and Greg Jones have won first-round qualifying matches at the French Open. Wed, 23 May 2012 03:24:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Two_Aussies_win_in_French_Open_qualify_753287.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Socceroos_focusing_on_Oman_-_Kennedy_753286.html A showdown with rival Japan awaits but Josh Kennedy says beating Oman is first priority. Wed, 23 May 2012 03:23:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Socceroos_focusing_on_Oman_-_Kennedy_753286.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Bolt_aims_at_97_in_100m_in_Europe_753228.html Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt is aiming to improve his season best in the 100 metres when he races in Europe. Wed, 23 May 2012 00:47:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Bolt_aims_at_97_in_100m_in_Europe_753228.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Spains_Villa_to_miss_Euro_2012_753194.html All-time Spanish record goalscorer David Villa has lost his race to be fit for next month's Euro 2012. Tue, 22 May 2012 22:44:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Spains_Villa_to_miss_Euro_2012_753194.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Defoe_wants_regular_first-team_action_753193.html Jermain Defoe doesn't want to leave Tottenham, but admits he has to start playing regular football again. Tue, 22 May 2012 22:42:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Defoe_wants_regular_first-team_action_753193.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Bayern_beats_Netherlands_3-2_753183.html Bayern has beaten the Netherlands 3-2 in a controversial match since an injury scandal. Tue, 22 May 2012 22:18:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Bayern_beats_Netherlands_3-2_753183.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Clijsters_to_retire_after_US_Open_753165.html Kim Clijsters, the former world number one tennis player, says she is retiring after the US Open. Tue, 22 May 2012 21:41:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Clijsters_to_retire_after_US_Open_753165.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Kolkata_beat_Delhi_to_reach_IPL_final_753160.html The Knight Riders have bowled into the Indian Premier League final with a victory over Delhi Daredevils. Tue, 22 May 2012 20:58:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Kolkata_beat_Delhi_to_reach_IPL_final_753160.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/AFL_tribunal_upholds_Jettas_ban_753133.html Essendon forward Leroy Jetta will miss one match after the AFL tribunal found him guilty of striking. Tue, 22 May 2012 20:09:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/AFL_tribunal_upholds_Jettas_ban_753133.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Mancini_dismisses_offers_rumour_753122.html Roberto Mancini has dismissed rumours he is in talks with AC Milan over Mario Balotelli and Carlos Tevez. Tue, 22 May 2012 19:30:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Mancini_dismisses_offers_rumour_753122.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Scozzoli_dedicates_gold_to_Dale_Oen_753121.html Fabio Scozzoli of Italy has won the 100-metre breaststroke at the European Championships. Tue, 22 May 2012 19:28:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Scozzoli_dedicates_gold_to_Dale_Oen_753121.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Zara_Phillips_to_carry_Olympic_torch_753117.html London Olympic organisers say Zara Phillips will carry the Olympic torch while riding the horse, Toytown. Tue, 22 May 2012 19:22:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Zara_Phillips_to_carry_Olympic_torch_753117.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/IOC_rejects_silence_for_Munich_dead_753110.html The IOC has rejected a minute's silence at the 2012 Olympics to remember Israeli athletes killed in 1972. Tue, 22 May 2012 19:15:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/IOC_rejects_silence_for_Munich_dead_753110.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Gallen_tells_Blues_to_take_their_chance_753094.html Paul Gallen says the new-look Blues side has to prove they are State of Origin footballers by beating Qld. Tue, 22 May 2012 18:41:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Gallen_tells_Blues_to_take_their_chance_753094.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Owen_Hargreaves_released_by_Man_City_753093.html Injury-plagued Owen Hargreaves has been released by Man City after making just four appearances this season. Tue, 22 May 2012 18:40:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Owen_Hargreaves_released_by_Man_City_753093.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/AFL_Magpies_face_injury_concerns_753092.html Injury-hit Collingwood's depth will be tested this week as they prepare to take on Adelaide on Saturday. Tue, 22 May 2012 18:40:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/AFL_Magpies_face_injury_concerns_753092.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Bad_hip_forces_rugbys_Leamy_to_retire_753095.html Ireland and Munster loose forward Denis Leamy has been forced to retire from rugby due to a bad hip. Tue, 22 May 2012 18:40:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Bad_hip_forces_rugbys_Leamy_to_retire_753095.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Tomic_reaches_second_round_of_Nice_753091.html Aussie Bernard Tomic is through to the second round of the Open de Nice after beating Lukas Lacko 6-2 6-3. Tue, 22 May 2012 18:40:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Tomic_reaches_second_round_of_Nice_753091.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Qld_braces_for_the_Blues_753090.html Mal Meninga has warned Qld players to expect some early fireworks from NSW at Etihad Stadium tonight. Tue, 22 May 2012 18:40:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Qld_braces_for_the_Blues_753090.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Australian_womens_eight_make_Olympics_753089.html Australia's women's eight rowing team has qualified for the London Olympics. Tue, 22 May 2012 18:40:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Australian_womens_eight_make_Olympics_753089.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Izagirre_wins_Giro_16th_stage_753088.html Jon Izagirre's solo break has paid off with the Euskaltel rider winning the 16th stage of the Tour of Italy. Tue, 22 May 2012 18:40:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Izagirre_wins_Giro_16th_stage_753088.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Chelsea_announce_departure_of_Drogba_753061.html Chelsea has confirmed that striker Didier Drogba will leave the club when his contract expires in June. Tue, 22 May 2012 14:33:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/23/Chelsea_announce_departure_of_Drogba_753061.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Carney_the_ace_up_NSWs_Origin_sleeve_753043.html NSW hooker Robbie Farah says in Todd Carney they finally have a five-eighth who is a genuine match-winner. Tue, 22 May 2012 13:12:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Carney_the_ace_up_NSWs_Origin_sleeve_753043.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Blues_set_to_target_Civoniceva_again_753042.html Queensland prop Petero Civoniceva has invited the NSW pack to target him in the State of Origin opener. Tue, 22 May 2012 13:12:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Blues_set_to_target_Civoniceva_again_753042.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Hewitt_to_change_Wimbledon_preparation_753041.html Lleyton Hewitt has received a wildcard for the key Wimbledon lead-up event at Queen's, starting June 11. Tue, 22 May 2012 13:12:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Hewitt_to_change_Wimbledon_preparation_753041.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Tomic_ready_to_do_damage_-_Woodbridge_753040.html Todd Woodbridge says Bernard Tomic is in a perfect position to do some damage at the French Open. Tue, 22 May 2012 13:12:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Tomic_ready_to_do_damage_-_Woodbridge_753040.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Horwill_backs_Cooper_for_Wallabies_753039.html Wallabies captain James Horwill has back Quade Cooper to make a speedy return to the national team. Tue, 22 May 2012 13:12:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Horwill_backs_Cooper_for_Wallabies_753039.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Carlile_praises_Ports_mental_strength_753038.html Alipate Carlile has praised the mental strength of his Port Adelaide teammates to defeat North Melbourne. Tue, 22 May 2012 13:10:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Carlile_praises_Ports_mental_strength_753038.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Phil_Hughes_set_for_Worcestershire_debut_753037.html Australia opener Phil Hughes is set to make his debut for Worcestershire against former county Middlesex. Tue, 22 May 2012 13:10:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Phil_Hughes_set_for_Worcestershire_debut_753037.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/No_cotton_wool_for_Cowboy_Tate_753036.html North Queensland coach Neil Henry says he expects Brent Tate to back up from Origin against Wests Tigers. Tue, 22 May 2012 13:10:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/No_cotton_wool_for_Cowboy_Tate_753036.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Tigers_relish_getting_into_the_NRL_grind_753035.html Wests Tigers believe their winning streak is a result of the abandoning the flash and embracing the grind. Tue, 22 May 2012 13:10:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Tigers_relish_getting_into_the_NRL_grind_753035.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Lynagh_to_return_home_to_London_753034.html Former Wallabies five-eighth Michael Lynagh has been given doctor's consent to return to his London base. Tue, 22 May 2012 13:10:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Lynagh_to_return_home_to_London_753034.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Furner_defends_decision_to_dump_Dugan_753033.html Canberra have stood down Josh Dugan and Blake Ferguson for breaching the club's alcohol policy. Tue, 22 May 2012 13:10:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Furner_defends_decision_to_dump_Dugan_753033.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Shepherd_quits_Force_for_Northampton_753032.html Western Force utility back Cameron Shepherd has quit the club to join English Premiership team Northampton. Tue, 22 May 2012 13:10:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Shepherd_quits_Force_for_Northampton_753032.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Grimes_backs_Demons_AFL_gameplan_753020.html Melbourne co-captain Jack Grimes has backed the game-plan implemented by first-year coach Mark Neeld. Tue, 22 May 2012 11:19:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Grimes_backs_Demons_AFL_gameplan_753020.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Milicic_yet_to_sign_say_west_Sydney_752981.html The western Sydney A-League franchise say Ante Milicic has yet to sign on as an assistant coach at the club. Tue, 22 May 2012 09:16:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Milicic_yet_to_sign_say_west_Sydney_752981.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/AFL_tribunal_upholds_Jetta_striking_ban_752980.html The AFL tribunal has upheld Leroy Jetta's one-game suspension after finding him guilty of striking. Tue, 22 May 2012 09:10:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/AFL_tribunal_upholds_Jetta_striking_ban_752980.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Thunder_eliminate_Lakers_in_game_five_752975.html Oklahoma City Thunder has knocked the LA Lakers out of the NBA playoffs with a 106-90 victory in game five. Tue, 22 May 2012 08:40:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Thunder_eliminate_Lakers_in_game_five_752975.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Dugan_Ferguson_stood_down_by_Raiders_752974.html Canberra duo Josh Dugan and Blake Ferguson have been dropped for breaching the club's alcohol policy. Tue, 22 May 2012 08:38:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Dugan_Ferguson_stood_down_by_Raiders_752974.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Dangerfield_set_to_remain_a_Crow_752971.html Adelaide's up-and-coming stars Patrick Dangerfield and Rory Sloane are set to re-sign with the Crows Tue, 22 May 2012 08:34:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Dangerfield_set_to_remain_a_Crow_752971.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Smith_gets_through_training_with_Maroons_752969.html Captain Cameron Smith has completed Queensland's final training run at Etihad Stadium ahead of Origin one. Tue, 22 May 2012 08:29:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Smith_gets_through_training_with_Maroons_752969.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Qld_Reds_diplomatic_over_Hooper_reprieve_752896.html James Horwill has taken a diplomatic approach to Brumbies flanker Michael Hooper's judiciary reprieve. Tue, 22 May 2012 04:18:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Qld_Reds_diplomatic_over_Hooper_reprieve_752896.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Dockers_to_swing_axe_for_Eagles_clash_752890.html Ross Lyon says the the Hawthorn loss was unacceptable and changes are needed for the West Coast derby. Tue, 22 May 2012 04:15:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Dockers_to_swing_axe_for_Eagles_clash_752890.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Golby_rd_8_Rising_Star_nominee_752889.html Melbourne utility Mitch Golby has earned the round eight nomination for the AFL Rising Star award. Tue, 22 May 2012 04:06:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Golby_rd_8_Rising_Star_nominee_752889.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Magpies_count_on_midfield_depth_in_AFL_752846.html Collingwood coach Nathan Buckley feels they have the resources to cover the loss of Dane Swan to injury. Tue, 22 May 2012 03:02:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Magpies_count_on_midfield_depth_in_AFL_752846.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Qlds_Smith_to_play_NSW_in_Origin_opener_752844.html Qld captain Cameron Smith will be 100 per cent fit for the first State Of Origin rugby league clash with NSW Tue, 22 May 2012 03:02:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Qlds_Smith_to_play_NSW_in_Origin_opener_752844.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Jetta_to_challenge_AFL_striking_charge_752845.html Essendon forward Leroy Jetta will front the AFL Tribunal to contest a striking charge. Tue, 22 May 2012 03:02:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Jetta_to_challenge_AFL_striking_charge_752845.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Tiger_says_hes_heading_back_to_his_best_752807.html Tiger Woods says his golf game is heading in the right direction . Tue, 22 May 2012 01:27:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Tiger_says_hes_heading_back_to_his_best_752807.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Chisholm_gets_Barbarian_rugby_call_752806.html Australia's Mark Chisholm has been called into the Barbarians rugby union squad for upcoming matches. Tue, 22 May 2012 01:26:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Chisholm_gets_Barbarian_rugby_call_752806.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/NSW_as_ready_as_possible_-_Farah_752797.html NSW hooker Robbie Farah says he can't fault the Blues' preparation as they get ready for the Origin opener. Tue, 22 May 2012 00:56:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/NSW_as_ready_as_possible_-_Farah_752797.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Dangerfield_remains_faithful_to_Crows_752792.html Patrick Dangerfield will turn his back on big money offers from Victorian clubs to remain with the Crows. Tue, 22 May 2012 00:39:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Dangerfield_remains_faithful_to_Crows_752792.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Murphy_could_be_out_until_round_20_752790.html Marc Murphy will be out of action for up to 12 weeks after undergoing surgery on his fractured shoulder. Tue, 22 May 2012 00:37:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Murphy_could_be_out_until_round_20_752790.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Soderling_planning_tennis_comeback_752777.html Robin Soderling hasn't played for ten months because of illness but he's not ready to give up the sport yet. Tue, 22 May 2012 00:03:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Soderling_planning_tennis_comeback_752777.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Nadal_dominates_Djokovic_in_Rome_final_752776.html Rafael Nadal beat Novak Djokovic 7-5 6-3 in the Rome Masters ATP final. Tue, 22 May 2012 00:03:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Nadal_dominates_Djokovic_in_Rome_final_752776.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Fish_and_Petkovic_out_of_French_Open_752775.html Mardy Fish and Andrea Petkovic have pulled out of the coming French Open tennis tournament due to injury. Tue, 22 May 2012 00:03:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Fish_and_Petkovic_out_of_French_Open_752775.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Demons_boss_backs_Neeld_in_AFL_752774.html Melbourne president Don McLardy has thrown his full support behind coach Mark Neeld. Tue, 22 May 2012 00:03:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Demons_boss_backs_Neeld_in_AFL_752774.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Drogba_tells_Chelsea_mates_hes_off_752773.html Chelsea striker Didier Drogba has broken the news to the rest of the squad he won't be on the team next year Mon, 21 May 2012 23:45:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Drogba_tells_Chelsea_mates_hes_off_752773.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Tendinitis_ends_Kims_USPGA_season_752750.html American golfer Anthony Kim will be sidelined for up to five months due to tendinitis and elbow pain. Mon, 21 May 2012 22:49:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Tendinitis_ends_Kims_USPGA_season_752750.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/NBAs_Magic_fire_coach_Van_Gundy_752749.html Orlando Magic fired coach Stan Van Gundy after they were eliminated from the first round of NBA play-offs. Mon, 21 May 2012 22:49:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/NBAs_Magic_fire_coach_Van_Gundy_752749.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Hooper_free_to_face_Reds_in_Super_Rugby_752746.html Brumbies flanker Michael Hooper has avoided suspension for his lifting tackle on the Hurricanes' Victor Vito Mon, 21 May 2012 22:37:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Hooper_free_to_face_Reds_in_Super_Rugby_752746.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/England_win_first_Test_by_five_wickets_752685.html Alastair Cook and Ian Bell led England to a five-wicket victory in the first Test against the West Indies. Mon, 21 May 2012 20:02:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/England_win_first_Test_by_five_wickets_752685.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Sammy_open_to_Gayle_return_for_Tests_752674.html Darren Sammy left the door open for former skipper Chris Gayle to return in the remainder of the Test series Mon, 21 May 2012 19:24:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Sammy_open_to_Gayle_return_for_Tests_752674.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Smith_to_prove_fitness_752668.html Queensland's Origin players have their final training run at Melbourne's Etihad Stadium on Tuesday. Mon, 21 May 2012 19:04:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/22/Smith_to_prove_fitness_752668.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Nadal_dominates_Djokovic_to_win_in_Rome_752639.html Rafael Nadal won his sixth Rome Masters title against Novak Djokovic, defeating the world No.1 7-5 6-3. Mon, 21 May 2012 13:13:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Nadal_dominates_Djokovic_to_win_in_Rome_752639.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Barba_gives_Qld_selectors_a_reminder_752615.html Canterbury fullback Ben Barba has inspired the Bulldogs to a 26-6 win over Cronulla at ANZ Stadium. Mon, 21 May 2012 11:13:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Barba_gives_Qld_selectors_a_reminder_752615.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Aussie_netball_coach_hails_lifting_move_752613.html Australian netball coach Lisa Alexander has hailed a lineout type lift as a great innovation for the game. Mon, 21 May 2012 10:52:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Aussie_netball_coach_hails_lifting_move_752613.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Team_always_Gallens_focus_for_Origin_I_752597.html NSW skipper Paul Gallen says his desperation to play in State of Origin I was not personally motivated. Mon, 21 May 2012 10:11:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Team_always_Gallens_focus_for_Origin_I_752597.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/OConnor_ruled_out_of_mid-year_Tests_752595.html Wallabies star James O'Connor has been ruled out of Australia's mid-year Tests against Scotland and Wales. Mon, 21 May 2012 10:07:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/OConnor_ruled_out_of_mid-year_Tests_752595.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Demons_boss_backs_Neeld_after_poor_start_752594.html Melbourne president Don McLardy has backed coach Mark Neeld following the Demons' poor start to the season. Mon, 21 May 2012 10:07:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Demons_boss_backs_Neeld_after_poor_start_752594.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Carlton_lose_Murphy_for_four_weeks_752593.html Carlton star Marc Murphy is set to miss at least four matches after scans revealed a fractured shoulder. Mon, 21 May 2012 10:07:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Carlton_lose_Murphy_for_four_weeks_752593.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Hodge_could_miss_another_four_AFL_games_752555.html Hawthorn captain Luke Hodge is set to miss up to another four AFL matches with a knee injury. Mon, 21 May 2012 08:13:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Hodge_could_miss_another_four_AFL_games_752555.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/AFL_charges_Jetta_with_staging_752554.html Essendon small forward Leroy Jetta has become the first AFL player to be charged with staging. Mon, 21 May 2012 08:13:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/AFL_charges_Jetta_with_staging_752554.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Reds_hopeful_over_Lucas_injury_concern_752530.html The Queensland Reds are confident Ben Lucas will play in their Super Rugby clash with the Brumbies. Mon, 21 May 2012 07:09:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Reds_hopeful_over_Lucas_injury_concern_752530.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Injured_Jurrah_to_miss_up_to_six_weeks_752529.html Melbourne Demon's forward Liam Jurrah will be sidelined for up to six weeks after suffering an ankle injury. Mon, 21 May 2012 07:09:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Injured_Jurrah_to_miss_up_to_six_weeks_752529.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Sharks_say_destiny_is_in_their_hands_752528.html The Cronulla Sharks have announced Sharks Energy as the club's major sponsor for the next three seasons. Mon, 21 May 2012 07:09:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Sharks_say_destiny_is_in_their_hands_752528.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Giants_prepare_to_christen_new_AFL_home_752527.html GWS say they are primed to christen their new home ground with a win over Essendon on Saturday. Mon, 21 May 2012 07:09:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Giants_prepare_to_christen_new_AFL_home_752527.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Pies_lose_key_pair_for_Adelaide_clash_752526.html Collingwood has confirmed they will be without stars Dane Swan and Ben Reid for the clash against Adelaide. Mon, 21 May 2012 07:09:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Pies_lose_key_pair_for_Adelaide_clash_752526.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Sydney_FC_sign_Abbas_for_two_years_752525.html Sydney FC have signed former Iraqi international Ali Abbas for two A-League seasons. Mon, 21 May 2012 07:09:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Sydney_FC_sign_Abbas_for_two_years_752525.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Carltons_Murphy_has_cracked_shoulder_752524.html Carlton's Marc Murphy will miss at least four matches after scans revealed he has fractured his shoulder. Mon, 21 May 2012 07:08:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Carltons_Murphy_has_cracked_shoulder_752524.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/We_have_ourselves_to_blame_-_Mortimer_752453.html Daniel Mortimer says the Roosters only have themselves to blame for losing Sunday's match to Manly. Mon, 21 May 2012 03:45:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/We_have_ourselves_to_blame_-_Mortimer_752453.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Gilchrist_announces_retirement_752450.html Former Australia wicketkeeper and batsman, Adam Gilchrist, has announced his retirement from all cricket. Mon, 21 May 2012 03:30:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Gilchrist_announces_retirement_752450.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/AFL_Blues_hope_to_cover_loss_of_Murphy_752449.html Carlton captain Chris Judd says it will be a major challenge to cover for the loss of injured Marc Murphy. Mon, 21 May 2012 03:22:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/AFL_Blues_hope_to_cover_loss_of_Murphy_752449.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Meninga_sure_ill_Smith_will_play_Origin_752423.html Queensland coach Mal Meninga says Cameron Smith will play in the Origin opener despite experiencing the flu. Mon, 21 May 2012 02:13:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Meninga_sure_ill_Smith_will_play_Origin_752423.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Three_Aust_rowing_crews_win_heats_752416.html Kim Crow is one of three Australian crews to win heats at the final Olympic qualification regatta. Mon, 21 May 2012 01:54:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Three_Aust_rowing_crews_win_heats_752416.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/McEwen_retires_after_California_cycling_752415.html Robbie McEwen has retired from cycling after finishing the Tour of California, ending a 17-year career. Mon, 21 May 2012 01:54:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/McEwen_retires_after_California_cycling_752415.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Reynolds_has_Origin_future_-_Crocker_752409.html South Sydney co-captain Michael Crocker says Adam Reynolds has the hallmarks of an Origin representative. Mon, 21 May 2012 01:45:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Reynolds_has_Origin_future_-_Crocker_752409.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Aussie_Flanagan_wins_Nationwide_Tour_752381.html Nick Flanagan has downed Cameron Percy in a play-off to win the Nationwide Tour's Charity Pro-Am tournament. Mon, 21 May 2012 00:55:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Aussie_Flanagan_wins_Nationwide_Tour_752381.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Bourdais_Alesi_in_final_Indy_qualifiers_752380.html Sebastien Bourdais has led the last nine qualifiers for next weekend's 96th Indianapolis 500. Mon, 21 May 2012 00:55:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Bourdais_Alesi_in_final_Indy_qualifiers_752380.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Flu-hit_Smith_misses_Origin_media_call_752358.html Cameron Smith has missed Monday's pre-State of Origin media conference as he battles flu-like symptoms. Sun, 20 May 2012 23:48:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Flu-hit_Smith_misses_Origin_media_call_752358.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Dufner_wins_USPGA_752349.html America's Jason Dufner sank a 25-foot birdie putt on the last hole to win the PGA Byron Nelson Championship. Sun, 20 May 2012 23:32:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Dufner_wins_USPGA_752349.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Lorenzo_wins_French_MGP_752301.html Jorge Lorenzo took the overall lead from Casey stoner, winning a wet French MotoGP on Sunday . Sun, 20 May 2012 21:03:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Lorenzo_wins_French_MGP_752301.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Origin_rivals_face_off_in_Melbourne_752287.html NRL origin rivals will meet for the last time before the game today at a press conference in Melbourne. Sun, 20 May 2012 20:27:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Origin_rivals_face_off_in_Melbourne_752287.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Rabottini_wins_stage_752259.html Italian Matteo Rabottini's has claimed victory in the 15th stage of the Giro d'Italia. Sun, 20 May 2012 19:50:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Rabottini_wins_stage_752259.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Understrength_Sharks_ready_for_NRL_Dogs_752273.html The Sharks will be aiming for third place on the NRL ladder when they take on Canterbury tonight. Sun, 20 May 2012 19:33:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Understrength_Sharks_ready_for_NRL_Dogs_752273.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Colsaerts_beats_McDowell_in_Match_Play_752270.html Nicolas Colsaerts beat former US Open champion Graeme McDowell to win the World Match Play Championship. Sun, 20 May 2012 19:28:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Colsaerts_beats_McDowell_in_Match_Play_752270.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Blues_not_playing_as_a_team_-_Ratte_752267.html Carlton coach Brett Ratten says his team is playing for themselves, following their heavy loss to Adelaide. Sun, 20 May 2012 19:20:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Blues_not_playing_as_a_team_-_Ratte_752267.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Chelsea_fans_welcome_home_their_winners_752263.html Chelsea fans have given their team a hero's welcome as they made an open-top bus parade through west London. Sun, 20 May 2012 19:12:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Chelsea_fans_welcome_home_their_winners_752263.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Sharapova_beats_Li_in_crazy_rain_752260.html Maria Sharapova won her second straight Rome WTA title on Sunday, defeating China's Li Na 4-6 6-4 7-6 (7-5). Sun, 20 May 2012 19:08:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Sharapova_beats_Li_in_crazy_rain_752260.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Bayern_ECL_dream_turns_to_nightmare_752249.html Christian Nerlinger says his side's loss to Chelsea in the Champions League final is 'like a nightmare'. Sun, 20 May 2012 18:37:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/21/Bayern_ECL_dream_turns_to_nightmare_752249.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Federer_looks_forward_to_family_time_752230.html Roger Federer will enjoy a few days of relaxation after exiting in the semi-final of the Rome Masters. Sun, 20 May 2012 13:37:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Federer_looks_forward_to_family_time_752230.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Lorenzo_wins_French_MGP_Stoner_third_752225.html 2010 world champion Jorge Lorenzo has won the French MotoGP to take the overall lead in the championship. Sun, 20 May 2012 13:16:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Lorenzo_wins_French_MGP_Stoner_third_752225.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Cox_stars_as_Eagles_beat_St_Kilda_752184.html West Coast survived a St Kilda comeback to post a 30-point AFL victory at Patersons Stadium on Sunday. Sun, 20 May 2012 09:54:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Cox_stars_as_Eagles_beat_St_Kilda_752184.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Rebels_claim_bonus_point_win_over_Force_752179.html The Rebels moved up in the Australian Super Rugby conference after a 32-31 bonus point win over the Force. Sun, 20 May 2012 09:37:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Rebels_claim_bonus_point_win_over_Force_752179.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Dangerfield_helps_Crows_down_Blues_752165.html Adelaide have dented Carlton's top four hopes as Patrick Dangerfield led the Crows to victory in Melbourne. Sun, 20 May 2012 08:11:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Dangerfield_helps_Crows_down_Blues_752165.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Davison_holds_off_Lowndes_for_V8_win_752160.html Ford driver Will Davison has staved off Craig Lowndes to win a thrilling V8 Supercar race at Phillip Island. Sun, 20 May 2012 07:50:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Davison_holds_off_Lowndes_for_V8_win_752160.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/NSW_boost_as_Gallen_good_to_go_752157.html NSW has received a boost with Paul Gallen appearing a certain starter for Wednesday's State of Origin. Sun, 20 May 2012 07:25:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/NSW_boost_as_Gallen_good_to_go_752157.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Reynolds_the_hero_for_in-form_Souths_752156.html A golden-point field goal from Adam Reynolds has sealed a 19-18 win for the Rabbitohs over St George. Sun, 20 May 2012 07:18:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Reynolds_the_hero_for_in-form_Souths_752156.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Guildford_happy_with_All_Black_recall_752146.html Zac Guildford's rehabilitation is nearly complete after he was called into NZ's wider training squad. Sun, 20 May 2012 07:12:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Guildford_happy_with_All_Black_recall_752146.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Swifts_too_good_for_West_Coast_752154.html Susan Pratley and Amorette Wild inspired the NSW Swifts to a 52-47 victory over the West Coast Fever. Sun, 20 May 2012 07:05:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Swifts_too_good_for_West_Coast_752154.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Understrength_Manly_down_Roosters_18-10_752151.html An under-strength Manly flexed their premiership muscle with a hard-fought 18-10 victory over the Roosters. Sun, 20 May 2012 06:43:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Understrength_Manly_down_Roosters_18-10_752151.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Lions_topple_Giants_at_Gabba_752150.html The Lions have thrashed the Giants 19.18 (132) to 5.10 (40) thanks to Daniel Merrett's five-goal burst. Sun, 20 May 2012 06:39:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Lions_topple_Giants_at_Gabba_752150.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Veteran_Fletcher_in_doubt_for_Bombers_752142.html Essendon's 37-year-old defender Dustin Fletcher is set to miss at least one match with a groin strain. Sun, 20 May 2012 05:52:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Veteran_Fletcher_in_doubt_for_Bombers_752142.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Vixens_lose_trans-Tasman_netball_battle_752133.html The Vixens have suffered their second trans-Tasman defeat in seven days, losing 49-45 to the Mystics. Sun, 20 May 2012 05:25:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Vixens_lose_trans-Tasman_netball_battle_752133.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Spurs_lead_3-0_but_job_not_over_Mills_752125.html San Antonio have a 3-0 lead in their best-of-seven western conference NBA series against the Clippers. Sun, 20 May 2012 04:19:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Spurs_lead_3-0_but_job_not_over_Mills_752125.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Sharks_no_longer_one_man_team_Bukuya_752122.html Cronulla forward Jayson Bukuya says his side can win without Paul Gallen and Todd Carney. Sun, 20 May 2012 04:17:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Sharks_no_longer_one_man_team_Bukuya_752122.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Liu_stays_modest_ahead_of_Olympics_752120.html Liu Xiang has set the season's best time in 110m hurdles at the Diamond League meet in Shanghai. Sun, 20 May 2012 04:14:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Liu_stays_modest_ahead_of_Olympics_752120.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Gallen_looking_fit_for_Origin_clash_752119.html NSW skipper Paul Gallen showed no sign of his strained thigh muscle at training. Sun, 20 May 2012 04:10:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Gallen_looking_fit_for_Origin_clash_752119.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Slade_leads_home_Sunday_V8_practice_752118.html Ford driver Tim Slade has set the fastest time in morning practice for the Phillip Island V8 Supercar race. Sun, 20 May 2012 04:06:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Slade_leads_home_Sunday_V8_practice_752118.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Sharapova_Li_in_Rome_WTA_final_752117.html Serena Williams has given eighth seed Li Na free passage to the Rome WTA final against Maria Sharapova. Sun, 20 May 2012 04:03:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Sharapova_Li_in_Rome_WTA_final_752117.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Sims_breaks_both_bones_in_left_leg_752096.html Tariq Sims is set to miss the NRL season after it was confirmed he had broken both bones in his left leg. Sun, 20 May 2012 02:50:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Sims_breaks_both_bones_in_left_leg_752096.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Briscoe_takes_pole_at_Indianapolis_500_752094.html Ryan Briscoe has become the first Australian to claim the Indianapolis 500 pole. Sun, 20 May 2012 02:36:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Briscoe_takes_pole_at_Indianapolis_500_752094.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Shattered_Bayern_rue_missed_CL_chances_752093.html Bayern coach Jupp Heynckes says his side paid the penalty for missing a string of chances in the CL final. Sun, 20 May 2012 02:36:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Shattered_Bayern_rue_missed_CL_chances_752093.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Hull_ousted_from_LPGA_Match_Play_event_752077.html Katherine Hull, Yani Tseng and Na Yeon Choi have all been eliminated from the LPGA Match Play Championship. Sun, 20 May 2012 00:40:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Hull_ousted_from_LPGA_Match_Play_event_752077.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Hesjedal_in_pink_as_Giro_hits_the_Alps_752075.html Costa Rican Andrey Amador (Movistar) has won the 14th stage in the Tour of Italy. Sun, 20 May 2012 00:28:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Hesjedal_in_pink_as_Giro_hits_the_Alps_752075.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Day_one_off_lead_at_Byron_Nelson_PGA_eve_752065.html Jason Day is just one shot behind Jason Dufner's lead at the PGA Tour's Byron Nelson Championship. Sat, 19 May 2012 23:41:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Day_one_off_lead_at_Byron_Nelson_PGA_eve_752065.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Waratahs_suffer_crucial_Super_Rugby_loss_752051.html The NSW Waratahs have lost 19-13 to the table-topping Stormers in Cape Town. Sat, 19 May 2012 23:03:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Waratahs_suffer_crucial_Super_Rugby_loss_752051.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Chelseas_penalties_win_Champions_League_752035.html Chelsea has beaten Bayern Munich 4-3 on penalties to win the Champions League on Saturday. Sat, 19 May 2012 21:42:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Chelseas_penalties_win_Champions_League_752035.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/16yo_girl_in_British_Open_squash_final_752030.html Nour El Sherbini has become the youngest finalist in the history of the British Open squash tournament. Sat, 19 May 2012 21:17:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/16yo_girl_in_British_Open_squash_final_752030.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Welbeck_praises_mentor_Rooney_752003.html Striker Danny Welbeck says teammate Wayne Rooney is behind his ascent to England's Euro 2012 squad. Sat, 19 May 2012 20:02:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Welbeck_praises_mentor_Rooney_752003.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Delhis_Warner_strikes_79_from_44_balls_752002.html Delhi Daredevils are ready for the playoffs with a six-wicket win over Kings XI Punjab in the IPL. Sat, 19 May 2012 19:58:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Delhis_Warner_strikes_79_from_44_balls_752002.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Neeld_needs_more_time_to_assess_AFL_loss_751999.html Melb coach Mark Neeld says he needs more time to assess the full extent of the club's 8th straight defeat. Sat, 19 May 2012 19:47:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Neeld_needs_more_time_to_assess_AFL_loss_751999.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Origin_playmakers_get_down_to_business_751998.html NSW playmakers Robbie Farah and Mitchell Pearce are excited to test their partnership at the Origin level Sat, 19 May 2012 19:35:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Origin_playmakers_get_down_to_business_751998.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Postecoglous_Victory_lose_to_Olympiakos_751994.html New Melbourne Victory coach Ange Postecoglou has started his reign with a 4-1 loss to Greek Olympiakos. Sat, 19 May 2012 19:29:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/Postecoglous_Victory_lose_to_Olympiakos_751994.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/WIndies_facing_defeat_in_1st_Test_751984.html The West Indies recovered to 4-120 in second innings after losing three wickets for no runs against England. Sat, 19 May 2012 18:30:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/20/WIndies_facing_defeat_in_1st_Test_751984.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Hooker_fails_in_Shanghai_pole_vault_751968.html Pole vaulter Steve Hooker has failed to clear a height in his first international competition of the year. Sat, 19 May 2012 13:46:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Hooker_fails_in_Shanghai_pole_vault_751968.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Pedrosa_takes_pole_for_French_MotoGP_751960.html Dani Pedrosa will start from pole position in the French MotoGP after posting the fastest qualifying time. Sat, 19 May 2012 13:37:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Pedrosa_takes_pole_for_French_MotoGP_751960.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/AFL_Bombers_hold_on_to_beat_Tigers_751956.html Essendon survived a scare from Richmond, finishing strongly to win their AFL round-eight clash by 19 points. Sat, 19 May 2012 13:05:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/AFL_Bombers_hold_on_to_beat_Tigers_751956.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Bulldogs_beat_AFLs_Suns_in_Darwin_751953.html The Western Bulldogs came to life after halftime to see off a determined Gold Coast unit by 38 points. Sat, 19 May 2012 12:37:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Bulldogs_beat_AFLs_Suns_in_Darwin_751953.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Cooper_stars_in_Queensland_Reds_win_751943.html Quade Cooper has made a strong comeback to help the Qld Reds to a 34-20 victory over the Lions in Brisbane. Sat, 19 May 2012 11:48:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Cooper_stars_in_Queensland_Reds_win_751943.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Tariq_Sims_Origin_dream_over_751942.html Tariq Sims' Origin dream is over after the North Qld star was taken to hospital with a suspected broken leg. Sat, 19 May 2012 11:43:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Tariq_Sims_Origin_dream_over_751942.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Crusaders_crush_Blues_in_Super_Rugby_751928.html Corey Flynn scored two tries as the Crusaders crushed the Blues 59-12 in their Super Rugby clash. Sat, 19 May 2012 10:30:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Crusaders_crush_Blues_in_Super_Rugby_751928.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Swans_thump_Melbourne_by_101_points_751917.html Melbourne's winless AFL season has continued with a woeful 101-point loss to Sydney at the SCG. Sat, 19 May 2012 09:29:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Swans_thump_Melbourne_by_101_points_751917.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Mawingo_wins_Doomben_Cup_751915.html Anthony Freedman has claimed a Group One racing win with Mawingo taking out the.Doomben Cup in Brisbane. Sat, 19 May 2012 09:18:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Mawingo_wins_Doomben_Cup_751915.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Pomersbach_to_appear_in_Indian_court_751911.html Cricketer Luke Pomersbach is due to appear in a New Delhi courtroom on accusations he molested a woman. Sat, 19 May 2012 09:12:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Pomersbach_to_appear_in_Indian_court_751911.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Highlanders_hold_on_to_upset_Bulls_751903.html The Highlanders held out a fast-finishing Bulls side to pull off a 16-11 Super Rugby upset in Dunedin. Sat, 19 May 2012 08:06:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Highlanders_hold_on_to_upset_Bulls_751903.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Whincup_Davison_in_huge_V8_crash_751902.html V8 Supercar front-runners Jamie Whincup and Will Davison have tangled in a huge crash at Phillip Island. Sat, 19 May 2012 07:48:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Whincup_Davison_in_huge_V8_crash_751902.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Hawks_punish_Dockers_in_AFL_751895.html Hawthorn obliterated Fremantle in the second term to win their AFL match by 56 points in Launceston. Sat, 19 May 2012 07:02:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Hawks_punish_Dockers_in_AFL_751895.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Schulz_stars_as_Port_down_North_in_AFL_751890.html Port Adelaide have kicked the last five goals of the game to steal a two-point win over North Melbourne. Sat, 19 May 2012 06:42:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Schulz_stars_as_Port_down_North_in_AFL_751890.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Maroons_will_lift_for_Petero_Lockyer_751889.html Retired Maroons great Darren Lockyer claims he will stay away from Queensland's Origin I preparations. Sat, 19 May 2012 06:38:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Maroons_will_lift_for_Petero_Lockyer_751889.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Georges_wins_California_Tour_sixth_stage_751881.html Dave Zabriskie holds the overall lead in the Tour of California, but three Australians are in the top 10. Sat, 19 May 2012 06:10:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Georges_wins_California_Tour_sixth_stage_751881.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Whincup_struggles_as_Winterbottom_fires_751880.html V8 Supercar championship leader Jamie Whincup faces a tough task in the first race at Phillip Island. Sat, 19 May 2012 06:06:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Whincup_struggles_as_Winterbottom_fires_751880.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Magpies_count_cost_of_win_over_Cats_751855.html Collingwood have gained revenge for last year's AFL grand-final loss to Geelong with a 12-point victory. Sat, 19 May 2012 03:57:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Magpies_count_cost_of_win_over_Cats_751855.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Leishman_second_in_PGA_event_in_Dallas_751850.html Aussie Marc Leishman is in a tie for second in the PGA Tour's Byron Nelson Championship in Dallas. Sat, 19 May 2012 03:27:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Leishman_second_in_PGA_event_in_Dallas_751850.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Brumbies_star_Hooper_cited_for_tackle_751829.html Brumbies Michael Hooper has been cited for foul play over a tackle made during his win over the Hurricanes. Sat, 19 May 2012 01:24:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Brumbies_star_Hooper_cited_for_tackle_751829.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/David_to_meet_with_rival_Massaro_751826.html Nicol David has reached the semi-finals of the British Open to meet with squash rival Laura Massaro. Sat, 19 May 2012 01:05:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/David_to_meet_with_rival_Massaro_751826.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Djokovic_Federer_in_Rome_semis_751824.html Djokovic and Federer will clash for the 25th time in Saturday's Rome Masters semi-finals. Sat, 19 May 2012 00:57:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Djokovic_Federer_in_Rome_semis_751824.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Foran_NRL_return_boosts_Manly_751821.html Kieran Foran will return for his first game since signing a new contract to stay with the Sea Eagles. Sat, 19 May 2012 00:50:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Foran_NRL_return_boosts_Manly_751821.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Cowboys_out_to_tame_Panthers_751801.html A depleted North Queensland side take on Penrith in NRL action in Townsville tonight. Fri, 18 May 2012 23:07:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Cowboys_out_to_tame_Panthers_751801.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Chelseas_unexpected_final_751800.html Stand-in captain Frank Lampard said Chelsea footballers never expected to get to the Champions League final. Fri, 18 May 2012 23:02:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Chelseas_unexpected_final_751800.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Steyn_Mishra_help_Deccan_beat_Rajasthan_751799.html Deccan Chargers have completed a five-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League. Fri, 18 May 2012 22:53:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Steyn_Mishra_help_Deccan_beat_Rajasthan_751799.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Cavendish_sprints_to_3rd_Giro_stage_win_751765.html Britain's Mark Cavendish has sprinted to victory on the 13th stage of the Tour of Italy. Fri, 18 May 2012 21:56:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Cavendish_sprints_to_3rd_Giro_stage_win_751765.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Sharapova_storms_past_Venus_Williams_751750.html Maria Sharapova has breezed past Venus Williams 6-4 6-3 at the WTA's Rome International. Fri, 18 May 2012 20:01:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Sharapova_storms_past_Venus_Williams_751750.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Womens_Professional_Soccer_folds_in_USA_751748.html The Women's Professional Soccer league has folded after three seasons in the United States. Fri, 18 May 2012 19:56:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Womens_Professional_Soccer_folds_in_USA_751748.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Adelaide_aim_to_strike_in_ACL_knockout_751744.html Adelaide United soccer coach John Kosmina is toying with his team's formation for the ACL knockout stages. Fri, 18 May 2012 19:45:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Adelaide_aim_to_strike_in_ACL_knockout_751744.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Tahs_fading_Super_hopes_take_big_hit_751737.html The NSW Waratahs won't Tatafu Polota-Nau in their must-win Super Rugby clash with the Stormers in Cape Town. Fri, 18 May 2012 19:10:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Tahs_fading_Super_hopes_take_big_hit_751737.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Strauss_hits_ton_as_England_dominate_751732.html Andrew Strauss hit his first century in 26 innings to lead England to 3-259 against West Indies on day two. Fri, 18 May 2012 19:03:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Strauss_hits_ton_as_England_dominate_751732.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Beckham_confirms_Olympics_dream_751730.html David Beckham wants to continue playing football and is keen to be included in Great Britain Olympic squad. Fri, 18 May 2012 18:52:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Beckham_confirms_Olympics_dream_751730.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Flame_lights_up_countdown_to_Games_751725.html The Olympic Flame has arrived in the UK ahead of a 70-day tour of the country. Fri, 18 May 2012 18:44:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Flame_lights_up_countdown_to_Games_751725.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Djokovic_Nadal_ease_into_Rome_semis_751723.html Djokovic and Nadal have roared into the ATP's Rome Masters semi-final with command performances. Fri, 18 May 2012 18:35:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Djokovic_Nadal_ease_into_Rome_semis_751723.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Ainslie_wins_sixth_world_sailing_title_751718.html Britain's Ben Ainslie has won a sixth world title, taking victory in the Finn class at Falmouth. Fri, 18 May 2012 18:29:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Ainslie_wins_sixth_world_sailing_title_751718.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Cavendish_sprints_to_3rd_Giro_stage_win_751704.html Britian's Mark Cavendish has won the 13th stage of the Tour of Italy Fri, 18 May 2012 18:18:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Cavendish_sprints_to_3rd_Giro_stage_win_751704.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Stoner_dominates_French_practice_751705.html After his shock announcement, Casey Stoner has dominated the practise session at Le Mans. Fri, 18 May 2012 18:17:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Stoner_dominates_French_practice_751705.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Mary_Kom_scrapes_into_Olympic_boxing_751707.html Boxing sensation Mary Kom is cleared for the Olympics after Russia's Elena Savelyeva failed to qualify Fri, 18 May 2012 18:15:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Mary_Kom_scrapes_into_Olympic_boxing_751707.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/NRL_bans_Graham_from_vaseline_751708.html Canterbury player James Graham has been banned from coating his legs in vaseline Fri, 18 May 2012 17:17:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/NRL_bans_Graham_from_vaseline_751708.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Im_better_than_Messi_says_Ronaldo_751706.html In a shock interview, Cristiano Ronaldo has said he is better than Messi Fri, 18 May 2012 17:16:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Im_better_than_Messi_says_Ronaldo_751706.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Tigers_pip_Warriors_by_2_points_751703.html The Wests Tigers have claimed a nail-biting 24-22 NRL victory over the Warriors at Leichhardt. Fri, 18 May 2012 16:23:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Tigers_pip_Warriors_by_2_points_751703.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Tomlinson_defends_IBO_title_in_darkness_751698.html Australia's Will Tomlinson has successfully defended his IBO super featherweight title in bizarre fashion. Fri, 18 May 2012 14:44:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/19/Tomlinson_defends_IBO_title_in_darkness_751698.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Magpies_beat_Cats_by_12_points_751674.html Collingwood booted two late majors to score a 12-point win over Geelong in their grand final rematch. Fri, 18 May 2012 13:00:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Magpies_beat_Cats_by_12_points_751674.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Tigers_pip_Warriors_24-22_in_NRL_751665.html The Wests Tigers have mounted a spirited second-half comeback in the NRL to defeat the Warriors 24-22. Fri, 18 May 2012 12:04:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Tigers_pip_Warriors_24-22_in_NRL_751665.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Brumbies_come_back_to_beat_Hurricanes_751631.html The Brumbies remain on top of the Australian Super Rugby conference after a 37-25 win over the Hurricanes. Fri, 18 May 2012 09:52:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Brumbies_come_back_to_beat_Hurricanes_751631.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Whincup_leads_way_in_V8_practice_751630.html Jamie Whincup set the pace in Friday's practice for the V8 championship round at Victoria's Phillip Island. Fri, 18 May 2012 09:49:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Whincup_leads_way_in_V8_practice_751630.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Retiring_Stoner_might_switch_to_V8s_751611.html Casey Stoner's long-term future could lie in V8 Supercars after the champion's shock MotoGP retirement. Fri, 18 May 2012 08:00:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Retiring_Stoner_might_switch_to_V8s_751611.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Quade_driven_to_reach_new_heights_751606.html Quade Cooper has vowed to return better than ever ahead of his long-awaited comeback for the Qld Reds. Fri, 18 May 2012 07:12:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Quade_driven_to_reach_new_heights_751606.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Perth_Glory_sign_Michael_Thwaite_751605.html Perth have signed one of the A-League's most sought-after defenders, Michael Thwaite, on a two-year deal. Fri, 18 May 2012 07:12:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Perth_Glory_sign_Michael_Thwaite_751605.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Cox_at_Fever-pitch_for_Swifts_match_751604.html Catherine Cox will lead the West Coast Fever into battle against her former team the Swifts this weekend. Fri, 18 May 2012 07:12:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Cox_at_Fever-pitch_for_Swifts_match_751604.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Australian_cricketer_held_for_fracas_751603.html Australian cricketer Luke Pomersbach has been granted bail after being charged with molesting a woman. Fri, 18 May 2012 07:12:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Australian_cricketer_held_for_fracas_751603.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Bowen_to_lead_Cowboys_in_NRL_v_Penrith_751602.html Matt Bowen has been named the Cowboys' captain for Saturday night's NRL clash with Penrith in Townsville. Fri, 18 May 2012 07:12:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Bowen_to_lead_Cowboys_in_NRL_v_Penrith_751602.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Ayoub_match_fixing_charges_dismissed_751570.html Match fixing charges against rugby league player manager Sam Ayoub have been dismissed in a Sydney court. Fri, 18 May 2012 05:38:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Ayoub_match_fixing_charges_dismissed_751570.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Neeld_backs_Jurrahs_AFL_return_751569.html Coach Mark Neeld has backed Liam Jurrah to successfully return to the AFL as he deals with his court case. Fri, 18 May 2012 05:30:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Neeld_backs_Jurrahs_AFL_return_751569.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Stosur_suffers_French_Open_setback_751550.html Sam Stosur suffered a setback after she was bundled out of the Rome Masters Venus Williams. Fri, 18 May 2012 04:25:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Stosur_suffers_French_Open_setback_751550.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Aust_golfer_Leishman_tied_for_second_751549.html Australian golfer Marc Leishman is tied for second after the opening round of the Byron Nelson Championship. Fri, 18 May 2012 04:19:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Aust_golfer_Leishman_tied_for_second_751549.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Jetta_adds_diligence_to_AFL_flair_751547.html Swan Kieren Jack says Lewis Jetta is one of many adding depth to his AFL side's midfield. Fri, 18 May 2012 04:16:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Jetta_adds_diligence_to_AFL_flair_751547.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Queensland_Origin_side_cancel_training_751545.html Coach Mal Meninga has called off a training session to keep his players as fresh as possible. Fri, 18 May 2012 04:13:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Queensland_Origin_side_cancel_training_751545.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Blues_cant_knock_off_in_Origin_Hayne_751544.html NSW winger Jarryd Hayne says the Blues have to stay focused in next week's State of Origin opener. Fri, 18 May 2012 04:09:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Blues_cant_knock_off_in_Origin_Hayne_751544.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Aussie_golfer_Rhein_Gibson_shoots_55_751480.html Australian Rhein Gibson has set a new world record for the lowest round in golf in Oklahoma. Thu, 17 May 2012 23:22:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Aussie_golfer_Rhein_Gibson_shoots_55_751480.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Grinham_out_of_British_squash_open_751478.html Aussie squash veteran Rachael Grinham has been knocked out of the British Open by NZ's Joelle King. Thu, 17 May 2012 23:17:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Grinham_out_of_British_squash_open_751478.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Djokovic_overcomes_rough_start_751476.html Novak Djokovic has advanced to the quarter-finals of the Italian Open with a win over 14th seed Juan Monaco. Thu, 17 May 2012 23:11:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Djokovic_overcomes_rough_start_751476.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Olympic_torch_given_to_London_delegation_751411.html Organisers of the London Olympics have received the Olympic flame from Greece ahead of the Games. Thu, 17 May 2012 19:30:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Olympic_torch_given_to_London_delegation_751411.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Popovic_out_to_win_back_west_in_A-League_751410.html Coach of incoming western Sydney A-League team Tony Popovic is confident he can assemble a competitive team. Thu, 17 May 2012 19:24:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Popovic_out_to_win_back_west_in_A-League_751410.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Liverpool_talking_to_Wigans_Martinez_751408.html Liverpool officials have permission to talk to Roberto Martinez about becoming the next manager at Anfield. Thu, 17 May 2012 19:18:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Liverpool_talking_to_Wigans_Martinez_751408.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Tigers_aiming_for_fourth_NRL_win_on_trot_751406.html Wests Tigers will be looking to extend their three-game winning streak when they take on the Warriors. Thu, 17 May 2012 19:06:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Tigers_aiming_for_fourth_NRL_win_on_trot_751406.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Broad_takes_six_to_have_W_Indies_9-243_751384.html West Indies were 9-243 against England at stumps in their 1st innings at Lord's today. Thu, 17 May 2012 18:34:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Broad_takes_six_to_have_W_Indies_9-243_751384.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Stoner_to_retire_after_MotoGP_season_751378.html Casey Stoner says he'll quit the sport at the end of the MotoGP season for family reasons. Thu, 17 May 2012 17:38:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Stoner_to_retire_after_MotoGP_season_751378.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Rodriguez_still_leads_Tour_of_Italy_751377.html Denmark's Lars Bak has won the 12th stage of the Tour of Italy. Thu, 17 May 2012 17:33:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Rodriguez_still_leads_Tour_of_Italy_751377.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Gilchrist_leads_Punjab_to_easy_IPL_win_751368.html Adam Gilchrist has hit an unbeaten half-century leading his side to the playoffs in the IPL. Thu, 17 May 2012 15:50:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Gilchrist_leads_Punjab_to_easy_IPL_win_751368.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Aussie_Crawford_in_hunt_at_OneAsia_event_751367.html Aussie Adam Crawford is one shot off the lead after the first round of the SK Telecom Open in South Korea. Thu, 17 May 2012 15:45:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Aussie_Crawford_in_hunt_at_OneAsia_event_751367.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Windies_4_for_146_on_the_first_day_751366.html West Indies have struggled at Lord's on the first day of the first test Thu, 17 May 2012 15:28:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/Windies_4_for_146_on_the_first_day_751366.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/England_v_West_Indies_Update_751365.html The current score in the first test between England and the West Indies at the tea break Thu, 17 May 2012 15:20:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/18/England_v_West_Indies_Update_751365.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/AFL_boss_says_hands_off_Dreamtime_clash_751343.html Andrew Demetriou has dismissed suggestions the annual AFL Dreamtime clash should be shared with other clubs. Thu, 17 May 2012 13:38:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/AFL_boss_says_hands_off_Dreamtime_clash_751343.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Pies_Cats_regain_stars_for_AFL_re-match_751338.html Dale Thomas, Darren Jolly and Chris Dawes will return for Collingwood's grand final rematch against Geelong. Thu, 17 May 2012 13:19:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Pies_Cats_regain_stars_for_AFL_re-match_751338.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Australia_beat_Germany_in_hockey_series_751332.html Australia ended their European hockey tour on a positive note securing a 2-0 series win against Germany. Thu, 17 May 2012 11:26:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Australia_beat_Germany_in_hockey_series_751332.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Sri_Lanka_will_be_tough_warns_Whatmore_751331.html Dav Whatmore has warned his Pakistan players they face a battle on next month's tour of Sri Lanka. Thu, 17 May 2012 11:15:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Sri_Lanka_will_be_tough_warns_Whatmore_751331.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Man_Utd_call_time_on_Owens_career_751317.html Manchester United have called time on star Michael Owen's Old Trafford career, the striker has revealed. Thu, 17 May 2012 10:16:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Man_Utd_call_time_on_Owens_career_751317.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Swans_Irishman_Walsh_to_make_AFL_debut_751312.html Tommy Walsh will make his AFL debut for Sydney on Saturday, more than two years after moving to Australia. Thu, 17 May 2012 09:55:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Swans_Irishman_Walsh_to_make_AFL_debut_751312.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Gutted_Ferdinand_overlooked_by_Hodgson_751298.html England manager Roy Hodgson has left veteran Rio Ferdinand out of his squad for the European Championships. Thu, 17 May 2012 09:11:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Gutted_Ferdinand_overlooked_by_Hodgson_751298.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Jurrah_named_by_Demons_for_AFL_return_751297.html Melbourne have named Liam Jurrah for Saturday's AFL match against Sydney at the SCG. Thu, 17 May 2012 09:02:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Jurrah_named_by_Demons_for_AFL_return_751297.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Sharks_complete_deal_for_Panther_Gordon_751295.html Cronulla have completed the signing of Penrith star Michael Gordon for the start of the 2013 NRL season. Thu, 17 May 2012 08:58:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Sharks_complete_deal_for_Panther_Gordon_751295.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Ferrari_sprints_to_stage_win_in_Italy_751294.html Roberto Ferrari has won the 11th stage of the Tour of Italy with Joaquim Rodriguez holding the pink jersey. Thu, 17 May 2012 08:52:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Ferrari_sprints_to_stage_win_in_Italy_751294.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Judd_misses_AFL_training_but_not_game_751282.html Carlton skipper Chris Judd missed training due to illness, but will play in their clash with Adelaide. Thu, 17 May 2012 07:59:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Judd_misses_AFL_training_but_not_game_751282.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Sam_Stosur_defeats_Eranni_in_Rome_751280.html Sam Stosur is through to the third round of the Rome Masters, defeating local hope Sara Errani 6-3, 7-5. Thu, 17 May 2012 07:56:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Sam_Stosur_defeats_Eranni_in_Rome_751280.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Civoniceva_could_be_playing_last_Origin_751274.html Petero Civoniceva has admitted Wednesday's opening State of Origin match could be his last appearance. Thu, 17 May 2012 06:58:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Civoniceva_could_be_playing_last_Origin_751274.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/GWS_re-sign_young_AFL_talent_751273.html GWS has fired the first shot in the AFL club's battle to retain their young talent, re-signing five players. Thu, 17 May 2012 06:54:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/GWS_re-sign_young_AFL_talent_751273.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Liam_Jurrah_face_four_extra_charges_751262.html AFL star Liam Jurrah is facing four extra charges in relation to an alleged machete attack in Alice Springs. Thu, 17 May 2012 06:47:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Liam_Jurrah_face_four_extra_charges_751262.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Tigers_seeking_revenge_over_Warriors_751212.html Coach Tim Sheens says the Wests Tigers have a lot to play for in Friday night's NRL clash with the Warriors. Thu, 17 May 2012 04:17:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Tigers_seeking_revenge_over_Warriors_751212.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Real_Madrid_beat_Kuwait_2-0_in_friendly_751207.html Cristiano Ronaldo and Angel Di Maria have led Real Madrid to a 2-0 win against Kuwait in a friendly game. Thu, 17 May 2012 03:51:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Real_Madrid_beat_Kuwait_2-0_in_friendly_751207.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Federer_and_Nadal_coast_through_in_Rome_751203.html Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal have advanced with ease in their opening matches at the Rome Masters. Thu, 17 May 2012 03:43:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Federer_and_Nadal_coast_through_in_Rome_751203.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Larry_Birds_unique_NBA_award_treble_751202.html Larry Bird has been named NBA executive of the year for revitalising the Indiana Pacers. Thu, 17 May 2012 03:37:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Larry_Birds_unique_NBA_award_treble_751202.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Narine_leads_Kolkata_to_win_over_Mumbai_751197.html The Kolkata Knight Riders have beaten Mumbai Indians to ensure a spot in the IPL playoffs. Thu, 17 May 2012 03:33:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Narine_leads_Kolkata_to_win_over_Mumbai_751197.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Shillington_back_training_for_Origin_751165.html Prop Dave Shillington has trained with the Qld Origin team after sitting out yesterday due to a virus. Thu, 17 May 2012 01:31:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Shillington_back_training_for_Origin_751165.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Parkinson_No1_after_Billabong_Rio_Pro_751130.html Australia's Joel Parkinson topped the world surfing ratings, after finishing runner-up in the Rio Pro. Thu, 17 May 2012 00:47:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Parkinson_No1_after_Billabong_Rio_Pro_751130.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Liverpool_legend_Dalglish_sacked_751096.html Liverpool legend Kenny Dalglish has been sacked as manager following a dismal Premier League campaign. Wed, 16 May 2012 21:29:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Liverpool_legend_Dalglish_sacked_751096.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Ferrari_sprints_to_11th_stage_win_751089.html Italy's Roberto Ferrari has won a sprint finish for the 11th stage of the Tour of Italy in Tuscany. Wed, 16 May 2012 21:06:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Ferrari_sprints_to_11th_stage_win_751089.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Popovic_signs_with_Western_Syd_A-League_751076.html A-League's western Sydney franchise will unveil Tony Popovic as their coach today after finalising a deal. Wed, 16 May 2012 20:34:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Popovic_signs_with_Western_Syd_A-League_751076.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Aust_Olympians_plan_to_avoid_Heathrow_751078.html Australia's Olympians plan on avoiding the chaos of Heathrow Airport following this year's London Games. Wed, 16 May 2012 19:51:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Aust_Olympians_plan_to_avoid_Heathrow_751078.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Aussie_Hussey_defends_IPL_integrity_751077.html Kings XI Punjab acting captain David Hussey has defended his team's integrity amid IPL corruption claims. Wed, 16 May 2012 19:51:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/Aussie_Hussey_defends_IPL_integrity_751077.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/AFL_star_Jurrah_to_face_Alice_court_751073.html AFL star Liam Jurrah will face court in Alice Springs today over claims he attacked a man with a machete. Wed, 16 May 2012 19:45:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/17/AFL_star_Jurrah_to_face_Alice_court_751073.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Roar_sign_off_with_draw_in_ACL_751039.html The Brisbane Roar signed off on their AFC Champions League campaign with a 1-all draw against Beijing Guoan. Wed, 16 May 2012 12:38:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Roar_sign_off_with_draw_in_ACL_751039.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Sharks_hard_done_by_during_Origin_period_751028.html Cronulla coach Shane Flanagan says he's disappointed by the club's schedule during the State of Origin. Wed, 16 May 2012 11:45:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Sharks_hard_done_by_during_Origin_period_751028.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Lewis_backs_Jennings_to_fire_for_NSW_751010.html NSW back-rower Luke Lewis says the form of his Penrith teammate Michael Jennings has not been that bad. Wed, 16 May 2012 10:24:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Lewis_backs_Jennings_to_fire_for_NSW_751010.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Barrett_benched_by_Hurricanes_751004.html All Blacks squad member Beauden Barrett has been rested by the Hurricanes for their clash this week. Wed, 16 May 2012 10:10:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Barrett_benched_by_Hurricanes_751004.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Aussies_dominate_Billabong_Pro_in_Rio_750999.html The Australians are dominating the Billabong Pro surfing at Rio with an Aussie in all four quarterfinals. Wed, 16 May 2012 09:50:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Aussies_dominate_Billabong_Pro_in_Rio_750999.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Haussler_2nd_again_on_Tour_of_California_750998.html Heinrich Haussler has finished second to Peter Sagan for a third consecutive stage at Tour of California. Wed, 16 May 2012 09:43:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Haussler_2nd_again_on_Tour_of_California_750998.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Aus_volleyballers_on_tough_road_to_Games_750995.html Australia's men's volleyball team have one shot left to make the Olympics at a qualification event in Tokyo. Wed, 16 May 2012 09:36:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Aus_volleyballers_on_tough_road_to_Games_750995.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Jayawardene_shines_as_Delhi_gets_playoff_750993.html Mahela Jayawardene has guided the Delhi Daredevils to become the first team to reach the IPL playoffs. Wed, 16 May 2012 09:19:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Jayawardene_shines_as_Delhi_gets_playoff_750993.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Indiana_level_NBA_East_series_with_Miami_750992.html The Indiana Pacers have beaten Miami Heat 78-75 to even their NBA Conference second-round series. Wed, 16 May 2012 09:14:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Indiana_level_NBA_East_series_with_Miami_750992.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Rodriguez_in_pink_after_winning_Giro_750991.html Joaquim Rodriguez has taken the leader's pink jersey after winning the 10th stage of the Giro d'Italia. Wed, 16 May 2012 09:09:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Rodriguez_in_pink_after_winning_Giro_750991.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Popovic_signs_with_western_Syd_A-League_750990.html The A-League's new western Sydney franchise will unveil Tony Popovic as their inaugural coach on Thursday. Wed, 16 May 2012 09:07:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Popovic_signs_with_western_Syd_A-League_750990.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Hernandez_leaves_Victory_A-League_club_750986.html Melbourne Victory's star Carlos Hernandez has left the A-League club as coach Postecoglou eyes new talent. Wed, 16 May 2012 09:04:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Hernandez_leaves_Victory_A-League_club_750986.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Scott_warns_AFL_selection_axe_is_coming_750985.html North Melbourne coach Brad Scott will be axing players to punish them for a lack of on-field effort. Wed, 16 May 2012 09:01:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Scott_warns_AFL_selection_axe_is_coming_750985.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Queensland_will_be_spurred_on_by_Beetson_750978.html Memories of Arthur Beetson will be with the QLD players in the Origin game since his passing last year. Wed, 16 May 2012 08:42:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Queensland_will_be_spurred_on_by_Beetson_750978.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Michael_Clarke_marries_Kyly_Boldy_750975.html Australian cricket captain Michael Clarke has married girlfriend Kyly Boldy at an intimate service. Wed, 16 May 2012 08:32:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Michael_Clarke_marries_Kyly_Boldy_750975.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/AFL_to_honour_Jim_Stynes_with_award_750962.html Jim Stynes will be honoured annually by the AFL with a new player award to be named after him. Wed, 16 May 2012 08:07:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/AFL_to_honour_Jim_Stynes_with_award_750962.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Hasler_loses_locks_for_charity_750955.html Rugby league's most famous head of hair is gone, with Bulldogs coach Des Hasler chopping it for charity. Wed, 16 May 2012 07:41:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Hasler_loses_locks_for_charity_750955.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Hodges_trains_ahead_of_Origin_One_750954.html Queensland centre Justin Hodges has taken part in the Maroons' first training session for origin. Wed, 16 May 2012 07:35:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Hodges_trains_ahead_of_Origin_One_750954.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Returning_Cooper_has_two_Test_auditions_750952.html Wallabies star Quade Cooper will be starter in his return to the Queensland Reds against the Lions. Wed, 16 May 2012 07:28:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Returning_Cooper_has_two_Test_auditions_750952.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Weymans_NRL_season_over_750945.html Michael Weyman's NRL season is over after he had surgery to repair a torn ligament in his right knee. Wed, 16 May 2012 07:12:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Weymans_NRL_season_over_750945.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Hewitt_Barty_get_French_Open_wildcards_750949.html Lleyton Hewitt and Ashleigh Barty have received wildcards into the French Open. Wed, 16 May 2012 07:03:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Hewitt_Barty_get_French_Open_wildcards_750949.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Force_closing_on_new_Super_Rugby_coach_750924.html The Western Force say they are well advanced in finalising a Super Rugby head coach to replace Graham. Wed, 16 May 2012 06:58:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Force_closing_on_new_Super_Rugby_coach_750924.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Windies_batsmen_face_searching_test_750944.html West Indies face England in the first of a three-Test series at Lord's here on Thursday. Wed, 16 May 2012 06:40:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Windies_batsmen_face_searching_test_750944.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Scott_seeks_repeat_Texas_golf_success_750927.html Adam Scott is ending a two-year absence to return to the Byron Nelson Championship in the Texas PGA. Wed, 16 May 2012 06:37:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Scott_seeks_repeat_Texas_golf_success_750927.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Kookaburras_beat_Germany_3-0_750920.html The Kookaburras men's hockey side have scored 3-0 victory over Germany in Mannheim. Wed, 16 May 2012 06:12:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Kookaburras_beat_Germany_3-0_750920.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Aussie_squash_star_out_of_British_Open_750917.html Australian eighth seed Kasey Brown has made a controversial exit from the British Open squash tournament. Wed, 16 May 2012 06:08:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Aussie_squash_star_out_of_British_Open_750917.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Warriors_propping_quartet_reunited_750912.html Sam Rapira's return means the propping quartet that helped the Warriors to the grand final will return. Wed, 16 May 2012 05:50:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Warriors_propping_quartet_reunited_750912.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Nth_Melb_set_to_wield_AFL_selection_axe_750910.html North Melbourne's Brad Scott says the biggest weapon in an AFL's coach's armoury is selection. Wed, 16 May 2012 05:47:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Nth_Melb_set_to_wield_AFL_selection_axe_750910.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Rugby_World_Cup_2015_to_kick_off_Sept_18_750909.html Rugby officials have named September 18 as the kickoff date for the 2015 World Cup in England. Wed, 16 May 2012 05:46:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Rugby_World_Cup_2015_to_kick_off_Sept_18_750909.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Djokovic_outclasses_Tomic_in_Rome_750908.html Top-seeded defending champion Novak Djokovic has eliminated Aussie Bernard Tomic from the Rome Masters. Wed, 16 May 2012 05:42:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Djokovic_outclasses_Tomic_in_Rome_750908.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Boonen_to_skip_Tour_de_France_750906.html Belgian cycling ace Tom Boonen says he'll skip the Tour de France so he's fresh for the Olympic road race. Wed, 16 May 2012 05:40:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Boonen_to_skip_Tour_de_France_750906.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/West_Coasts_Kerr_certain_to_play_750896.html Eagles' midfielder Daniel Kerr has recovered from food poisoning and is fit to play this Sunday. Wed, 16 May 2012 04:50:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/West_Coasts_Kerr_certain_to_play_750896.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Lions_must_reverse_fortunes_now_-_Voss_750894.html Lions coach Michael Voss admits his side must start turning their season around against AFL rookies GWS. Wed, 16 May 2012 04:48:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Lions_must_reverse_fortunes_now_-_Voss_750894.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/NBA_star_Rose_sidelined_8-12_months_750876.html Chicago Bulls guard Derrick Rose, is expected to be out for 8-12 months after a knee reconstruction. Wed, 16 May 2012 04:03:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/NBA_star_Rose_sidelined_8-12_months_750876.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Southern_Star_pulls_up_stumps_750873.html Australian Southern Stars bowler Clea Smith has called stumps on her cricket career. Wed, 16 May 2012 03:58:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Southern_Star_pulls_up_stumps_750873.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/A_colourful_Wimbledon_Olympics_750869.html Tennis officials will ditch the strict all-white dress code when Wimbledon hosts the Olympic tournament. Wed, 16 May 2012 03:45:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/A_colourful_Wimbledon_Olympics_750869.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Obama_ribs_old_Beckham_on_underwear_750868.html Obama has paid tribute to football star Beckham while also ribbing over his underwear line. Wed, 16 May 2012 03:41:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Obama_ribs_old_Beckham_on_underwear_750868.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Freo_better_for_Cloke_750823.html Collingwood star Travis Cloke would be better off moving to Fremantle than GWS next year- Walls. Wed, 16 May 2012 00:30:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Freo_better_for_Cloke_750823.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Freo_better_for_Cloke_750821.html Collingwood star Travis Cloke would be better off moving to Fremantle than GWS next year- Walls. Wed, 16 May 2012 00:30:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Freo_better_for_Cloke_750821.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/AFL_crack_down_on_sliding_750820.html Football operations manager Adrian Anderson said the AFL could consider a rule change. Wed, 16 May 2012 00:23:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/AFL_crack_down_on_sliding_750820.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Disgusted_Cahill_accepts_ban_750807.html A 'disgusted' Tim Cahill has accused Frenchman Yohan Cabaye of using language on the pitch. Wed, 16 May 2012 00:06:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Disgusted_Cahill_accepts_ban_750807.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Five_IPL_players_suspended_over_fixing_750803.html Five Indian Premier League players have been suspended from cricket for 'fixing' allegations. Tue, 15 May 2012 23:50:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Five_IPL_players_suspended_over_fixing_750803.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Rodriguez_in_pink_after_Giro_stage_win_750748.html Joaquim Rodriguez has claimed the leader's pink jersey after winning the 10th stage of the Giro d'Italia. Tue, 15 May 2012 21:35:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Rodriguez_in_pink_after_Giro_stage_win_750748.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Magpies_aim_for_AFL_retribution_750702.html Collingwood's Sharrod Wellingham admits the AFL grand final loss will be a spur for Friday. Tue, 15 May 2012 19:15:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Magpies_aim_for_AFL_retribution_750702.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Merrin_ready_to_make_Origin_impact_750700.html NSW prop Trent Merrin tells of disappointment being dumped for last year's Origin series decider. Tue, 15 May 2012 19:11:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Merrin_ready_to_make_Origin_impact_750700.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Hooker_looks_forward_to_London_pole_vaul_750699.html With Olympic qualification in the bag, pole vault champion Hooker can focus on bigger clearances. Tue, 15 May 2012 19:08:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Hooker_looks_forward_to_London_pole_vaul_750699.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Thunder_win_in_NBA_playoffs_750689.html Philadelphia have held on to beat Boston 82-81 to even their NBA Eastern Conference playoffs at 1-1 Tue, 15 May 2012 19:05:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Thunder_win_in_NBA_playoffs_750689.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/GWS_chase_Baby_Bombers_record_750681.html Stephen Coniglio is GWS's third Rising Star nomination for the season. Tue, 15 May 2012 19:02:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/GWS_chase_Baby_Bombers_record_750681.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Warriors_wary_of_Tigers_despite_no_Farah_750680.html The Warriors are under no illusions about the challenge Wests Tigers will provide in their NRL clash Tue, 15 May 2012 18:43:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Warriors_wary_of_Tigers_despite_no_Farah_750680.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Aussie_Melling_stars_in_surf_event_750679.html Australian surfer Adam Melling has starred in the early rounds of the Billabong Rio Pro. Tue, 15 May 2012 18:41:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Aussie_Melling_stars_in_surf_event_750679.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Berry_hoping_to_cement_top_five_titles_750678.html Jockey Tommy Berry believes promising galloper Betrayal can help his cause at Canterbury. Tue, 15 May 2012 18:37:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Berry_hoping_to_cement_top_five_titles_750678.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Stuarts_Watmough_Origin_decision_750677.html The NSW coach says he did not select Watmough for State of Origin just for his shoulder injury. Tue, 15 May 2012 18:33:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Stuarts_Watmough_Origin_decision_750677.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Lions_players_letting_Voss_down__Johnson_750676.html Chris Johnson says the current Lions players are letting down the Lions coach Michael Voss. Tue, 15 May 2012 18:27:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/16/Lions_players_letting_Voss_down__Johnson_750676.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Boxing_champ_banned_for_doping_750649.html The Olympic dream of Australian boxer Bianca Elmir has been shattered after returning a positive drug test. Tue, 15 May 2012 12:31:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Boxing_champ_banned_for_doping_750649.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Mariners_out_of_ACL_after_3-0_loss_750648.html The Central Coast Mariners' Asian Champions League campaign is over after a 3-0 away loss to Nagoya Grampus Tue, 15 May 2012 12:31:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Mariners_out_of_ACL_after_3-0_loss_750648.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Triathlete_Kahlefeldt_waits_on_TB_test_750616.html Australian triathlete Brad Kahlefeldt is confident TB scare won't damage his Olympic hopes Tue, 15 May 2012 10:23:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Triathlete_Kahlefeldt_waits_on_TB_test_750616.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Hawks_Osborne_out_for_AFL_season_750610.html Hawthorn AFL forward Michael Osborne has suffered a season-ending knee injury. Tue, 15 May 2012 09:38:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Hawks_Osborne_out_for_AFL_season_750610.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Inglis_set_to_break_Origin_try_record_750607.html Greg Inglis can pass the enigmatic Dale Shearer as QLD's leading try scorer in next week's Origin clash. Tue, 15 May 2012 09:33:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Inglis_set_to_break_Origin_try_record_750607.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Foran_back_for_Manly_after_injury_750604.html Manly five-eighth Kieran Foran makes his long-awaited return from a hamstring injury. Tue, 15 May 2012 09:24:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Foran_back_for_Manly_after_injury_750604.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/No_fallout_over_Demons_drama_-_Mifsud_750603.html AFL administrator Jason Mifsud has saluted his 'open and transparent' relationship with clubs controversies Tue, 15 May 2012 09:21:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/No_fallout_over_Demons_drama_-_Mifsud_750603.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Stuart_happy_with_Watmough_decision_750602.html Coach Ricky Stuart says Anthony Watmough's shoulder injury was not the only reason for not selecting him. Tue, 15 May 2012 09:17:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Stuart_happy_with_Watmough_decision_750602.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Rangers_beat_NJ_Devils_in_NHL_series_750588.html New York have beaten New Jersey 3-0 in game one of the NHL's Eastern Conference series. Tue, 15 May 2012 08:53:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Rangers_beat_NJ_Devils_in_NHL_series_750588.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Sixers_Thunder_win_in_NBA_playoffs_750586.html Philadelphia have held on to beat Boston 82-81 to even their NBA Eastern Conference playoffs at 1-1. Tue, 15 May 2012 08:48:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Sixers_Thunder_win_in_NBA_playoffs_750586.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Walkers_AFL_ban_a_blow_for_Crows_750585.html Goalkicker Taylor Walker's two-game suspension is a significant blow, says Crows defender Ben Rutten. Tue, 15 May 2012 08:43:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Walkers_AFL_ban_a_blow_for_Crows_750585.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Star_cricketer_sued_by_agent_750584.html International cricketer David Hussey is being sued by his former agent for more than $300,000. Tue, 15 May 2012 08:39:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Star_cricketer_sued_by_agent_750584.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Winderlich_Bombers_return_delayed_750582.html Jason Winderlich's injured hamstring is feeling tight so his return date has been set back until round 12. Tue, 15 May 2012 08:36:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Winderlich_Bombers_return_delayed_750582.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Herd_called_up_for_Socceroos_750546.html Chris Herd is the only new face in the 26-man Socceroos squad for next month's friendly against Denmark. Tue, 15 May 2012 06:35:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Herd_called_up_for_Socceroos_750546.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Storm_coach_concerned_by_NRL_milking_750528.html Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy has is appealing to NRL players to stop staying down and milking penalties. Tue, 15 May 2012 05:36:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Storm_coach_concerned_by_NRL_milking_750528.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Afghan_course_home_to_extreme_golf_750527.html Welcome to the most extreme golf in the world, says the European Union ambassador to Afghanistan. Tue, 15 May 2012 05:36:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Afghan_course_home_to_extreme_golf_750527.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Hewitt_set_for_shock_French_Open_return_750526.html Three-times quarter-finalist Lleyton Hewitt is set to make a surprise comeback at the French Open. Tue, 15 May 2012 05:35:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Hewitt_set_for_shock_French_Open_return_750526.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Josh_Hill_finds_his_AFL_feet_at_Eagles_750523.html Josh Hill has credited his move back to Western Australia for reinvigorating his AFL career Tue, 15 May 2012 05:08:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Josh_Hill_finds_his_AFL_feet_at_Eagles_750523.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Tiger_to_play_PGA_Greenbrier_Classic_750474.html Tiger Woods will play at the US PGA Greenbrier Classic for the first time before the British Open. Tue, 15 May 2012 04:33:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Tiger_to_play_PGA_Greenbrier_Classic_750474.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Cech_named_best_Czech_player_of_year_750500.html Chelsea goalkeeper Petr Cech has won the Czech Republic's Golden Ball award for the best player. Tue, 15 May 2012 04:33:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Cech_named_best_Czech_player_of_year_750500.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Hodges_confident_for_Origin_opener_750470.html Justin Hodges dismissed concerns his injured foot means his State of Origin injury hoodoo has struck again. Tue, 15 May 2012 04:32:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Hodges_confident_for_Origin_opener_750470.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Alarm_bells_in_defence_for_Blues_in_AFL_750508.html Carlton coach says alarm bells are ringing over how St Kilda pierced his AFL side's defence. Tue, 15 May 2012 04:03:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Alarm_bells_in_defence_for_Blues_in_AFL_750508.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/West_Syd_set_to_appoint_Popovic_as_coach_750495.html Tony Popovic has quit Crystal Palace and is set to join the A-League's new western Sydney side as manager. Tue, 15 May 2012 03:23:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/West_Syd_set_to_appoint_Popovic_as_coach_750495.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Crows_Walker_accepts_AFL_two-game_ban_750481.html Adelaide Crows forward Taylor Walker has accepted a two-game ban for a rough conduct charge. Tue, 15 May 2012 02:40:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Crows_Walker_accepts_AFL_two-game_ban_750481.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Everton_to_appeal_Cahill_sending_off_750448.html Everton have appealed against Cahill's sending off in Sunday's 3-1 win over Newcastle United in the EPL. Tue, 15 May 2012 01:23:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Everton_to_appeal_Cahill_sending_off_750448.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Man_Utd_wont_match_City_spending-_Fergi_750442.html Fergi says he won't be lured into a spending war with new Premier League champions Manchester City. Tue, 15 May 2012 00:38:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Man_Utd_wont_match_City_spending-_Fergi_750442.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Meninga_says_Gillett_ready_for_Origin_750435.html Queensland coach Mal Meninga says exciting Brisbane Broncos debutant Matt Gillett is ready for Origin. Tue, 15 May 2012 00:25:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Meninga_says_Gillett_ready_for_Origin_750435.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Venezuela_hails_Formula_One_race_winner_750434.html Venezuela has hailed their first Formula One race winner Pastor Maldonado a hero. Tue, 15 May 2012 00:23:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Venezuela_hails_Formula_One_race_winner_750434.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Haussler_2nd_again_on_Tour_of_California_750431.html Australian Heinrich Haussler finished runner-up for a second day on cycling's Tour of California. Tue, 15 May 2012 00:16:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Haussler_2nd_again_on_Tour_of_California_750431.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/City_apologises_for_Tevezs_barb_750425.html Manchester City apologised to Alex Ferguson after Carlos Tevez held up a placard taunting the manager. Mon, 14 May 2012 23:54:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/City_apologises_for_Tevezs_barb_750425.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Tomic_books_Rome_date_with_Djokovic_750424.html Bernard Tomic has set up a tantalising second round match with world No.1 Novak Djokovic in Rome. Mon, 14 May 2012 23:53:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Tomic_books_Rome_date_with_Djokovic_750424.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Coniglio_earns_Rising_Star_nomination_750421.html GWS's Stephen Coniglio's has been acknowledged for the AFL Rising Star award. Mon, 14 May 2012 23:32:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Coniglio_earns_Rising_Star_nomination_750421.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Wales_rugby_stand-in_hails_Gatland_750418.html Wales boss Rob Howley has hailed the 'immeasurable' influence of Warren Gatland on his coaching career. Mon, 14 May 2012 23:20:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Wales_rugby_stand-in_hails_Gatland_750418.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Dragons_NRL_duo_to_undergo_scans_750415.html Michael Weyman and Nathan Fien to have scans on injuries they sustained during the Dragons' loss to Penrith. Mon, 14 May 2012 23:15:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Dragons_NRL_duo_to_undergo_scans_750415.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Ventoso_wins_crash-marred_Giro_stage_750413.html Australian GreenEdge rider Matt Goss has been involved in a crash on the ninth stage of the Giro d'Italia. Mon, 14 May 2012 23:14:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Ventoso_wins_crash-marred_Giro_stage_750413.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/FA_charge_Barton_for_EPL_violence_750357.html Queens Park Rangers midfielder Joey Barton was charged with two counts of violent conduct. Mon, 14 May 2012 21:42:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/FA_charge_Barton_for_EPL_violence_750357.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Maldonado_eyes_F1_title_as_a_race_winner_750390.html As a winner in five F1 races this year, Williams driver Maldonado dares to dream about a title bid. Mon, 14 May 2012 21:39:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Maldonado_eyes_F1_title_as_a_race_winner_750390.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Swedish_triple_jumper_Olsson_quits_750389.html The Olympic triple jump champion, Christian Olsson of Sweden, is retiring due to a foot injury. Mon, 14 May 2012 21:36:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Swedish_triple_jumper_Olsson_quits_750389.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Hayne_ready_to_step_up_for_NSW_750362.html NSW winger Jarryd Hayne says the hyped-up atmosphere of State of Origin brings out the best in him. Mon, 14 May 2012 20:05:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Hayne_ready_to_step_up_for_NSW_750362.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Ivanovic_wins_a_windy_first-round_match_750361.html Ivanovic has beaten Kuznetsova 6-4, 6-3 in a windy first-round match at the Italian Open. Mon, 14 May 2012 20:05:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Ivanovic_wins_a_windy_first-round_match_750361.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Rebels_keen_on_Reds_Higginbotham_750358.html Melbourne Rebels say Scott Higginbotham would be an ideal Super Rugby signing, Mon, 14 May 2012 20:04:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Rebels_keen_on_Reds_Higginbotham_750358.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Crows_might_try_to_lessen_Walkers_AFL_750340.html Adelaide might try to reduce Taylor Walker's AFL suspension from two games. Mon, 14 May 2012 19:34:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Crows_might_try_to_lessen_Walkers_AFL_750340.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Firebirds_down_Tactix_64-48_in_netball_750277.html The Queensland Firebirds defeated the Canterbury Tactix 65-48 in Brisbane on Monday night. Mon, 14 May 2012 14:25:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/Firebirds_down_Tactix_64-48_in_netball_750277.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/England_appoint_Gary_Neville_to_staff_750276.html England manager Roy Hodgson has appointed former Manchester United defender Gary Neville as a coach Mon, 14 May 2012 14:25:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/15/England_appoint_Gary_Neville_to_staff_750276.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Panthers_on_NSW_collision_course_750275.html Penrith coach Ivan Cleary says the decision to drop Michael Jennings to the NSW Cup was totally form-related Mon, 14 May 2012 13:47:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Panthers_on_NSW_collision_course_750275.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Saints_upset_Blues_in_AFL_750274.html St Kilda have upset Carlton winning tonight's AFL game122 to 98 to move into the top eight Mon, 14 May 2012 13:15:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Saints_upset_Blues_in_AFL_750274.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Coote_field_goal_seals_Panthers_NRL_win_750262.html Lachlan Coote's golden-point field goal sealed a dramatic 13-12 win for the Panthers over St George Mon, 14 May 2012 11:43:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Coote_field_goal_seals_Panthers_NRL_win_750262.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Maroons_selectors_stay_loyal_750233.html QLD rugby league selectors have shown loyalty as they chase their seventh successive Origin series win. Mon, 14 May 2012 10:14:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Maroons_selectors_stay_loyal_750233.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Maldonado_wins_in_Spain_F1_750223.html Pastor Maldonado became the first Venezuelan to win a Formula One race at the Spanish Grand Prix. Mon, 14 May 2012 09:55:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Maldonado_wins_in_Spain_F1_750223.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Crow_Walker_faces_two-game_AFL_ban_750207.html Adelaide star forward Taylor Walker faces a two-game AFL ban for a sling tackle on Geelong's Harry Taylor. Mon, 14 May 2012 08:48:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Crow_Walker_faces_two-game_AFL_ban_750207.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Canberras_Papalii_cleared_of_fracture_750204.html Powerful Canberra NRL second-rower Josh Papalii has been cleared of a fractured arm. Mon, 14 May 2012 08:22:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Canberras_Papalii_cleared_of_fracture_750204.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Brockie_signs_with_A-Leagues_Phoenix_750203.html All Whites attacker Jeremy Brockie has been lured back to New Zealand with Wellington Phoenix next season. Mon, 14 May 2012 08:22:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Brockie_signs_with_A-Leagues_Phoenix_750203.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Webber_just_outside_F1_points_750202.html Mark Webber finishes a fraction of a second outside the points in the Spanish Grand Prix. Mon, 14 May 2012 08:22:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Webber_just_outside_F1_points_750202.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Romano_Whitelock_All_Blacks_surprises_750201.html Two surprise selections in Steve Handen's first All Blacks training squad, Luke Romano and Luke Whitelock. Mon, 14 May 2012 08:22:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Romano_Whitelock_All_Blacks_surprises_750201.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Farah_to_make_up_for_lost_time_for_NSW_750200.html Recalled Blues hooker Robbie Farah says he's determined to prove he's capable of league's toughest game. Mon, 14 May 2012 08:22:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Farah_to_make_up_for_lost_time_for_NSW_750200.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Mundine_stripped_of_interim_WBA_title_750159.html The WBA has stripped Anthony Mundine of his interim super welterweight title. Mon, 14 May 2012 05:14:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Mundine_stripped_of_interim_WBA_title_750159.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Ian_Crook_named_new_Sydney_FC_coach_750154.html Sydney FC's search for a new coach has ended after Englishman Ian Crook got the A-League club's top job. Mon, 14 May 2012 04:21:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Ian_Crook_named_new_Sydney_FC_coach_750154.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/No_NRL_charge_for_Glenn_Stewart_750152.html The NRL review committee ruled no case to answer for Glenn Stewart's high shot on Brisbane's Corey Norman. Mon, 14 May 2012 04:15:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/No_NRL_charge_for_Glenn_Stewart_750152.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Magpie_Brown_sidelined_again_750141.html Collingwood key defender Nathan Brown will miss up to a month of AFL because of another knee injury. Mon, 14 May 2012 03:47:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Magpie_Brown_sidelined_again_750141.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Redknapp_hoping_for_Bayern_win_750132.html Tottenham Hotspur manager Harry Redknapp has revealed he will attend next week's Champions League final. Mon, 14 May 2012 03:34:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Redknapp_hoping_for_Bayern_win_750132.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Haussler_2nd_in_California_Tour_stage_750110.html Australian cyclist Heinrich Haussler finished a close second in the first stage of the Tour of California. Mon, 14 May 2012 01:50:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Haussler_2nd_in_California_Tour_stage_750110.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Schumachers_last_season_not_a_good_one_750087.html Schumacher is having a bad season after crashing out in the SGrand Prix and being docked points for Monaco Mon, 14 May 2012 00:55:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Schumachers_last_season_not_a_good_one_750087.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Fitzgibbons_wins_Rio_surfing_Pro_750085.html Sally Fitzgibbons and Stephanie Gilmore are set for a battle in the ASP after Fitzgibbons won the Rio Pro. Mon, 14 May 2012 00:49:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Fitzgibbons_wins_Rio_surfing_Pro_750085.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/British_speedway_rider_dies_in_Poland_750082.html British speedway motorcycle rider Lee Richardson has died of severe injuries after a crash during a race. Mon, 14 May 2012 00:44:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/British_speedway_rider_dies_in_Poland_750082.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Ian_Crook_set_to_coach_Sydney_FC_750072.html Sydney FC are expected to announce current youth coach Ian Crook as their new coach. Mon, 14 May 2012 00:20:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Ian_Crook_set_to_coach_Sydney_FC_750072.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Masters_organiser_sees_blue_750067.html Madrid Masters organiser Ion Tiriac says blue clay courts are the way forward, but it's up to the ATP. Sun, 13 May 2012 23:51:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Masters_organiser_sees_blue_750067.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Montpellier_move_to_brink_of_French_titl_750065.html A dramatic injury-time goal has given Montpellier a 1-0 win in the French league title. Sun, 13 May 2012 23:47:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Montpellier_move_to_brink_of_French_titl_750065.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Watson_Hussey_star_in_IPL_action_750063.html Shane Watson and Michael Hussey have played vital roles in guiding their respective IPL teams to victory. Sun, 13 May 2012 23:42:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Watson_Hussey_star_in_IPL_action_750063.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Matt_Kuchar_wins_PGA_Playrs_Championship_750061.html American Matt Kuchar has claimed the US PGA Players Championship and its $A1.7 million winner's cheque. Sun, 13 May 2012 23:40:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Matt_Kuchar_wins_PGA_Playrs_Championship_750061.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Sixteen_hurt_in_Williams_garage_fire_750059.html A total of 16 people were injured when a fire erupted in the Williams team garage at the Spanish Grand Prix. Sun, 13 May 2012 23:31:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Sixteen_hurt_in_Williams_garage_fire_750059.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Santos_wins_maiden_European_Tour_title_750054.html Portugal's Santos clinched the European Tour title when he won the Madeira Islands Open by four shots. Sun, 13 May 2012 23:24:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Santos_wins_maiden_European_Tour_title_750054.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/West_Indies_slump_to_10-wicket_defeat_750047.html England Lions crushed West Indies by 10 wickets on Sunday, dealing a further blow to the brittle confidence. Sun, 13 May 2012 23:07:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/West_Indies_slump_to_10-wicket_defeat_750047.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Jennings_NSW_inclusion_no_risk_-_Stuart_750033.html NSW coach Ricky Stuart says the decision to pick Michael Jennings for Origin is not a big risk. Sun, 13 May 2012 22:38:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Jennings_NSW_inclusion_no_risk_-_Stuart_750033.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Pozzovivo_wins_Giros_eighth_stage_750031.html Italian Domenico Pozzovivo of team Colnago has won the eighth stage of the Giro d'Italia. Sun, 13 May 2012 22:29:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Pozzovivo_wins_Giros_eighth_stage_750031.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Cahill_sentoff_after_bell_in_Everton_win_750030.html Australian midfielder Tim Cahill was sent off after the final whistle as Everton defeated Newcastle 3-1. Sun, 13 May 2012 22:28:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Cahill_sentoff_after_bell_in_Everton_win_750030.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Atkinson_boosts_Oly_triathlon_hopes_750025.html Courtney Atkinson might be an Olympic triathlon athlete due to a strong feat at the ITU world series race. Sun, 13 May 2012 22:12:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Atkinson_boosts_Oly_triathlon_hopes_750025.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/NRL_misery_continues_for_Parramatta_750024.html The Eels are at the bottom of the ladder after a loss to Canberra, Cronulla gave the Storm their first loss. Sun, 13 May 2012 22:06:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/NRL_misery_continues_for_Parramatta_750024.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Federer_Serena_Williams_win_in_Madrid_750014.html Roger Federer and Serena Williams scored trophies from the Madrid Masters, Serena belted Azarenka 6-1 6-3. Sun, 13 May 2012 21:24:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Federer_Serena_Williams_win_in_Madrid_750014.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Rangers_takeover_deal_accepted_749994.html Scottish football giants Rangers are being taken over by former Sheffield United boss Charles Green. Sun, 13 May 2012 20:48:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Rangers_takeover_deal_accepted_749994.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Freo_leave_Port_with_sixth_season_loss_749992.html Port Adelaide coach Matthew Primus is adamant his team have made notable advances this season. Sun, 13 May 2012 20:46:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Freo_leave_Port_with_sixth_season_loss_749992.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Arsenal_seal_third_place_in_EPL_749956.html Arsenal sealed third place in the Premier League after a 3-2 victory at West Bromwich Albion. Sun, 13 May 2012 20:42:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Arsenal_seal_third_place_in_EPL_749956.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Kangaroos_AFL_shocker_angers_Scott_749991.html North Melbourne's reputation as an improving side has been shaken by their shock loss to the Bulldogs. Sun, 13 May 2012 20:40:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Kangaroos_AFL_shocker_angers_Scott_749991.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/GWSs_contested_ball_mantra_topples_Suns_749990.html GWS were lacking experience in their win landing the first blow in a rivalry that will endure for some time. Sun, 13 May 2012 20:39:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/GWSs_contested_ball_mantra_topples_Suns_749990.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Cahill_sent-off_after_bell_in_Everton_749958.html Australian midfielder Tim Cahill was sent off after the final whistle as Everton defeated Newcastle 3-1. Sun, 13 May 2012 19:42:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Cahill_sent-off_after_bell_in_Everton_749958.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Tirilongo_wins_Giro_cycling_7th_stage_749951.html Paolo Tirilongo has won the seventh stage of the Giro d'Italia cycling classic. Sun, 13 May 2012 18:59:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Tirilongo_wins_Giro_cycling_7th_stage_749951.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Bolton_relegated_after_draw_at_Stoke_749938.html Bolton and Stoke drew 2-2 in the Premier league ending their 11-year stay in the top-flight. Sun, 13 May 2012 18:28:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Bolton_relegated_after_draw_at_Stoke_749938.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Norwich_inflict_defeat_on_hapless_Villa_749936.html Norwich City completed a successful first season with a 2-0 victory against an Aston Villa. Sun, 13 May 2012 18:23:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Norwich_inflict_defeat_on_hapless_Villa_749936.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Chelsea_sign_off_with_win_over_Rovers_749935.html Chelsea will head off to the Champions League after rounding off a 2-1 victory over Blackburn Rovers. Sun, 13 May 2012 18:21:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Chelsea_sign_off_with_win_over_Rovers_749935.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Spurs_sink_Fulham_to_take_fourth_spot_749933.html Tottenham Hotspur secured fourth place in the Premier League with a 2-0 victory over Fulham. Sun, 13 May 2012 18:15:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Spurs_sink_Fulham_to_take_fourth_spot_749933.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/United_win_in_vain_after_City_miracle_749931.html Manchester United beat Sunderland 1-0 but events at Eastlands ultimately ensured it was a miserable win. Sun, 13 May 2012 18:11:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/United_win_in_vain_after_City_miracle_749931.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Serena_routs_Azarenka_in_Madrid_Open_749930.html Serena Williams overpowered the top-ranked Victoria Azarenka 6-1 6-3 to win the Madrid Open on Sunday. Sun, 13 May 2012 16:40:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Serena_routs_Azarenka_in_Madrid_Open_749930.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Venezuelas_Maldonado_wins_Spanish_GP_749929.html Pastor Maldonado drove to a dramatic victory becoming the first Venezuelan to win at the Spanish Grand Prix. Sun, 13 May 2012 16:37:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Venezuelas_Maldonado_wins_Spanish_GP_749929.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Manchester_City_wins_EPL_title_749927.html Manchester City has won the English Premier League title after beating the Queens Park Rangers 3-2. Sun, 13 May 2012 16:08:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Manchester_City_wins_EPL_title_749927.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Mystics_edge_Steel_in_Netball_league_749920.html Northern Mystics has recorded a 49-45 win over Southern Steel in the trans-Tasman netball league. Sun, 13 May 2012 14:43:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/14/Mystics_edge_Steel_in_Netball_league_749920.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Gillett_set_to_make_Origin_debut_for_Qld_749906.html Brisbane forward Matt Gillett will continue his league rise with selection in the QLD origin squad. Sun, 13 May 2012 11:43:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Gillett_set_to_make_Origin_debut_for_Qld_749906.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Stuart_comfortable_with_Farah_selection_749904.html Ricky Stuart says Farah's strong performance in the City-Country clash was a big factor in choosing him. Sun, 13 May 2012 11:37:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Stuart_comfortable_with_Farah_selection_749904.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Hesjedal_takes_Giro_lead_749900.html Canada's Ryder Hesjedal replaced Adriano Malori as the overall leader in the Giro d'Italia. Sun, 13 May 2012 10:57:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Hesjedal_takes_Giro_lead_749900.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Payne_suffers_bruising_in_fall_749899.html Michelle Payne has suffered bruising to her face and chest after a fall at Donald in country Victoria. Sun, 13 May 2012 10:53:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Payne_suffers_bruising_in_fall_749899.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Hazard_re-affirms_desire_to_leave_Lille_749894.html Lille star Eden Hazard has declared he will leave the French champions at the end of the current season. Sun, 13 May 2012 10:27:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Hazard_re-affirms_desire_to_leave_Lille_749894.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Lakers_reach_semi-finals_749891.html The Lakers beat the Denver Nuggets to reach the NBA western conference semi-finals. Sun, 13 May 2012 10:24:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Lakers_reach_semi-finals_749891.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Puyol_says_everything_OK_after_surgery_749889.html Barcelona captain Carles Puyol has undergone arthroscopy to clean out his right knee. Sun, 13 May 2012 10:15:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Puyol_says_everything_OK_after_surgery_749889.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Pavlich_boots_500th_AFL_goal_in_Freo_win_749888.html Matthew Pavlich booted his 500th career goal as Fremantle beat Port Adelaide by 40 points on Sunday. Sun, 13 May 2012 10:02:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Pavlich_boots_500th_AFL_goal_in_Freo_win_749888.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Altitude_training_may_not_work_for_all_749881.html A recent medical study has suggested high altitude training doesn't work. Sun, 13 May 2012 09:17:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Altitude_training_may_not_work_for_all_749881.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Florida_golfing_deja_vu_for_Adam_Scott_749872.html Adam Scott has seemingly fallen out of the US PGA Players Championship after a poor third round. Sun, 13 May 2012 08:20:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Florida_golfing_deja_vu_for_Adam_Scott_749872.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/AFL_Blues_to_test_Saints_ruck_depth_749870.html Carlton have recalled skipper Chris Judd from a rest for Monday's AFL clash with St Kilda. Sun, 13 May 2012 08:10:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/AFL_Blues_to_test_Saints_ruck_depth_749870.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Atkinson_boosts_Oly_triathlon_hopes_749867.html Courtney Atkinson has given a strong performance at the ITU world series race in San Diego. Sun, 13 May 2012 07:57:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Atkinson_boosts_Oly_triathlon_hopes_749867.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Thunderbirds_sink_West_Coast_Fever_749866.html Adelaide Thunderbirds have defeated West Coast Fever 60-43 in the trans-Tasman netball championship. Sun, 13 May 2012 07:47:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Thunderbirds_sink_West_Coast_Fever_749866.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Rondo_shines_as_Celtics_edge_Sixers_749865.html Rajon Rondo took a triple-double as Boston pipped the Philadelphia in the NBA playoff series. Sun, 13 May 2012 07:44:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Rondo_shines_as_Celtics_edge_Sixers_749865.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Sharks_beat_Storm_12-10_in_NRL_thriller_749864.html Cronulla's Jeremy Smith was the hero as Melbourne lost in a dramatic 12-10 Sharks' victory on Sunday. Sun, 13 May 2012 07:40:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Sharks_beat_Storm_12-10_in_NRL_thriller_749864.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/NSW_Origin_squad_for_Origin_1_named_749863.html Coach Ricky Stuart has selected the NSW squad for the opening 2012 State of Origin rugby league match. Sun, 13 May 2012 07:40:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/NSW_Origin_squad_for_Origin_1_named_749863.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Knights_fans_need_patience_Bennett_749861.html Newcastle's coach has warned there is no quick fix to the NRL club's woes after a loss to North Queensland. Sun, 13 May 2012 07:19:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Knights_fans_need_patience_Bennett_749861.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/NSW_hand_Vixens_first_loss_of_season_749854.html The NSW Swifts toppled the Melbourne Vixens 55-52 on Sunday. Sun, 13 May 2012 06:45:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/NSW_hand_Vixens_first_loss_of_season_749854.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/AFL_Bulldogs_upset_Kangaroos_749853.html Western Bulldogs have beat North Melbourne by 18 points in the round-seven clash at Etihad Stadium. Sun, 13 May 2012 06:42:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/AFL_Bulldogs_upset_Kangaroos_749853.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Raiders_hold_off_Eels_for_40-34_NRL_win_749851.html Canberra secured a much-needed 40-34 NRL victory against Parramatta at Canberra Stadium on Sunday. Sun, 13 May 2012 06:37:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Raiders_hold_off_Eels_for_40-34_NRL_win_749851.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Bulldogs_upset_Kangaroos_749842.html Western Bulldogs have beat North Melbourne by 18 points in the round-seven clash at Etihad Stadium. Sun, 13 May 2012 05:56:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Bulldogs_upset_Kangaroos_749842.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Shot_putter_Stevenson_set_for_Olympics_749826.html Australian shot putter Dale Stevenson will compete in the Olympics after qualifying in South Carolina. Sun, 13 May 2012 04:22:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Shot_putter_Stevenson_set_for_Olympics_749826.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/AFL_panel_could_halt_Walkers_hot_run_749822.html Taylor Walker and Nathan Lovett-Murray will face AFL match review panel over sling tackles. Sun, 13 May 2012 04:10:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/AFL_panel_could_halt_Walkers_hot_run_749822.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Thunderbirds_sink_West_Coast_Fever_749819.html Adelaide Thunderbirds have defeated West Coast Fever 60-43 to hold on to second spot netball championship. Sun, 13 May 2012 04:06:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Thunderbirds_sink_West_Coast_Fever_749819.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Chinas_Wu_beats_Phelps_in_200_fly_749812.html Michael Phelps settled for second as China's Wu Peng him in the 200m butterfly at the Charlotte UltraSwim. Sun, 13 May 2012 03:56:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Chinas_Wu_beats_Phelps_in_200_fly_749812.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Outteridge_wins_sailing_world_title_749806.html Australia's world No.1 sailor Nathan Outteridge stuns after winning a record fourth 49er skiff world Champ. Sun, 13 May 2012 03:43:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Outteridge_wins_sailing_world_title_749806.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Rangers_to_go_on_in_Scottish_soccer_749807.html Rangers soccer managr Ally McCoist has no doubt the club will play next year in the Scottish Premier League. Sun, 13 May 2012 03:35:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Rangers_to_go_on_in_Scottish_soccer_749807.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Buckley_upbeat_after_Magpies_smash_Lions_749799.html Collingwood coach Nathan Buckley saw plenty to like in his side's 58-point win, even against the Lions. Sun, 13 May 2012 03:08:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Buckley_upbeat_after_Magpies_smash_Lions_749799.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Rebels_Phipps_back_in_Wallabies_frame_749794.html Melbourne Rebels halfback Nick Phipps is again back in the running for a Wallabies berth. Sun, 13 May 2012 02:46:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Rebels_Phipps_back_in_Wallabies_frame_749794.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Injury_relief_in_sight_for_AFLs_Eagles_749788.html West Coast's AFL injury crisis will finally ease, with Naitanui leading a list of players about to return. Sun, 13 May 2012 02:01:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Injury_relief_in_sight_for_AFLs_Eagles_749788.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Holloway_-_Blackpool_had_backs_to_wall_749778.html Blackpool coach Ian Holloway said he felt helpless late in his side's 3-2 semi-final win over Birmingham. Sun, 13 May 2012 00:53:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Holloway_-_Blackpool_had_backs_to_wall_749778.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Allsopp_keen_to_put_hard_year_behind_him_749776.html For Melbourne Victory's Danny Allsopp, a new coach brings new opportunities after a difficult year. Sun, 13 May 2012 00:45:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Allsopp_keen_to_put_hard_year_behind_him_749776.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Puyol_undergoes_knee_surgery_749775.html Barcelona captain Carles Puyol has undergone arthroscopy to clean out the right knee, the club has said. Sun, 13 May 2012 00:37:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Puyol_undergoes_knee_surgery_749775.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Panthers_on_NSW_collision_course_749771.html Penrith coach Ivan Cleary insists the choice to drop Michael Jennings to NSW Cup was totally form- related. Sun, 13 May 2012 00:31:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Panthers_on_NSW_collision_course_749771.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Eels_re-sign_Ben_Smith_for_two_seasons_749770.html Parramatta received a boost with injured forward Ben Smith committing to the club for a further two seasons. Sun, 13 May 2012 00:28:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Eels_re-sign_Ben_Smith_for_two_seasons_749770.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Halloran_links_with_Brisbane_Roar_749768.html A-League champions Brisbane Roar have added depth to their team with the signing of Ben Halloran. Sun, 13 May 2012 00:19:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Halloran_links_with_Brisbane_Roar_749768.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Aussie_Groth_sets_new_tennis_fastest_ser_749766.html Australian Samuel Groth has broken the record for the fastest serve in tennis with a 263km/h missile. Sun, 13 May 2012 00:12:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Aussie_Groth_sets_new_tennis_fastest_ser_749766.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Scott_falls_off_pace_at_US_PGA_Players_749759.html Adam Scott has likely lost chances at the Players Championship after a poor third round at TPC Sawgrass. Sat, 12 May 2012 23:42:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Scott_falls_off_pace_at_US_PGA_Players_749759.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Simeone_hails_great_win_for_Atletico_749749.html Atletico Madrid beat Athletic Bilbao the Europa League final a victorious 3-0. Sat, 12 May 2012 23:18:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Simeone_hails_great_win_for_Atletico_749749.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Beckham_scores_free_kick_in_Galaxy_win_749729.html David Beckham bent in a free kick in the 62nd minute to help the LA Galaxy tie the Montreal Impact 1-1. Sat, 12 May 2012 22:53:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Beckham_scores_free_kick_in_Galaxy_win_749729.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Powell_leads_Windies_revival_749728.html Kieran Powell scored the first hundred of the West Indies tour as they avoided a defeat against the Lions. Sat, 12 May 2012 22:50:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Powell_leads_Windies_revival_749728.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Dortmund_win_Cup-league_soccer_double_749718.html Bundesliga champions Borussia Dortmund have blasted Bayern Munich 5-2 in the German Cup soccer final. Sat, 12 May 2012 22:24:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Dortmund_win_Cup-league_soccer_double_749718.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Gilmore_loses_in_Rio_surf_quarters_749717.html Sally Fitzgibbons has made it into the last four of the Billabong Rio Pro quarter-finals. Sat, 12 May 2012 22:13:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Gilmore_loses_in_Rio_surf_quarters_749717.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Scott_four_shots_off_lead_in_USPGA_749710.html Australian golfer Adam Scott is four shots off the lead and tied 7th through the third round of US PGA. Sat, 12 May 2012 21:57:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Scott_four_shots_off_lead_in_USPGA_749710.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Leicester_reach_English_rugby_final_749708.html Leicester booked their place in the final with a 24-15 semi-final win over Saracens at Welford Road. Sat, 12 May 2012 21:52:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Leicester_reach_English_rugby_final_749708.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Hodgson_backs_Wolves_to_return_to_EPL_749703.html New England soccer manager Roy Hodgson has backed Stale Solbakken to revive the fortunes of Wolves. Sat, 12 May 2012 21:34:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Hodgson_backs_Wolves_to_return_to_EPL_749703.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Mumbai_Chennai_win_in_IPL_749701.html Rohit Sharma scored 109 as Mumbai Indians beat The Knight Riders by 27 runs in the Indian Premier League. Sat, 12 May 2012 21:22:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Mumbai_Chennai_win_in_IPL_749701.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/England_re-think_1st_W-indies_Test_749668.html England's selectors re-think West Indies selection after allrounder Ravi Bopara had torn a thigh muscle. Sat, 12 May 2012 19:32:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/England_re-think_1st_W-indies_Test_749668.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/India_wants_Pakistan_in_T20_Champ_League_749667.html India invited Pakistan to take part in the Champions League 20-20 tournament this year, breaking new ground. Sat, 12 May 2012 19:27:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/India_wants_Pakistan_in_T20_Champ_League_749667.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Federer_into_Madrid_Masters_tennis_final_749666.html Roger Federer will play for his third Madrid Open title after cruising past Janko Tipsarevic 6-2 6-3. Sat, 12 May 2012 19:20:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Federer_into_Madrid_Masters_tennis_final_749666.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/LeBron_James_wins_3rd_NBA_MVP_award_749665.html LeBron James has become the eighth American basketballer to win the NBA's most valuable player thrice. Sat, 12 May 2012 19:17:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/LeBron_James_wins_3rd_NBA_MVP_award_749665.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Milans_Bommel_to_leave_Italian_soccer_749664.html Mark van Bommel will join Gennaro Gattuso, and Alessandro Nesta in leaving Italian soccer club AC Milan. Sat, 12 May 2012 19:14:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Milans_Bommel_to_leave_Italian_soccer_749664.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Stormers_beat_the_Cheetahs_16-14_749660.html The Stormers held off a spirited second-half charge from the Cheetahs to clinch a 16-14 Super Rugby victory. Sat, 12 May 2012 19:07:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Stormers_beat_the_Cheetahs_16-14_749660.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Raiders_keen_to_stop_the_rot_against_Eel_749654.html The Canberra Raiders hope to get their campaign back on track with a much-needed victory over Parramatta. Sat, 12 May 2012 18:54:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Raiders_keen_to_stop_the_rot_against_Eel_749654.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Stuart_to_unveil_NSW_Origin_side_749652.html Several players have a final chance to prove their skill ahead of this afternoon's NSW Origin picks. Sat, 12 May 2012 18:51:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Stuart_to_unveil_NSW_Origin_side_749652.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Hamilton_stripped_of_Spanish_F1_GP_pole_749649.html Lewis Hamilton was stripped of his pole position for the Spanish Grand Prix for breaching Formula One rules. Sat, 12 May 2012 18:30:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Hamilton_stripped_of_Spanish_F1_GP_pole_749649.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Sharks_thrash_Force_53-11_in_Super_Rugby_749647.html Western Force's woeful Super Rugby season hit a new low with an embarrassing 53-11 belting by the Sharks. Sat, 12 May 2012 18:25:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Sharks_thrash_Force_53-11_in_Super_Rugby_749647.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Warriors_enjoy_NRL_win_over_Roosters_749639.html The Warriors' young brigade came to the fore as they beat the Sydney Roosters 30-26. Sat, 12 May 2012 16:08:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/13/Warriors_enjoy_NRL_win_over_Roosters_749639.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Hamilton_on_pole_as_Red_Bulls_struggle_749640.html Lewis Hamilton raced to third pole position in a qualifying session for the Spanish Formula One Grand Prix. Sat, 12 May 2012 13:52:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Hamilton_on_pole_as_Red_Bulls_struggle_749640.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Magpies_beat_Lions_by_58_points_749632.html Progress can't be measured in wins and losses, according to Brisbane Lions coach Michael Voss. Sat, 12 May 2012 12:46:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Magpies_beat_Lions_by_58_points_749632.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Bombers_savage_Eagles_in_big_AFL_win_749631.html Essendon are fast emerging as contenders in the premiership race after beating undefeated West Coast Sat, 12 May 2012 12:46:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Bombers_savage_Eagles_in_big_AFL_win_749631.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Cowboys_beat_Knights_32-12_749629.html North Queensland maestro Jonathan Thurston steers the Cowboys to a 32-12 NRL win over Newcastle. Sat, 12 May 2012 12:36:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Cowboys_beat_Knights_32-12_749629.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Rebels_upset_Crusaders_in_Melbourne_749628.html The Rebels have recorded an upset 28-19 Super Rugby win over the Crusaders in Melbourne. Sat, 12 May 2012 12:32:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Rebels_upset_Crusaders_in_Melbourne_749628.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Warriors_enjoy_NRL_win_over_Roosters_749599.html The Warriors' young brigade came to the fore as they beat the Sydney Roosters 30-26. Sat, 12 May 2012 12:17:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Warriors_enjoy_NRL_win_over_Roosters_749599.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Warriors_enjoy_tight_win_over_Roosters_749588.html The Warriors' young brigade came to the fore as they beat the Sydney Roosters 30-26. Sat, 12 May 2012 10:56:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Warriors_enjoy_tight_win_over_Roosters_749588.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Rubiano_wins_Giro_cycling_sixth_stage_749595.html Colombian Miguel Angel Rubiano has won the sixth stage of the Giro d'Italia cycling classic. Sat, 12 May 2012 10:43:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Rubiano_wins_Giro_cycling_sixth_stage_749595.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Jennings_says_hes_focused_on_Penrith_749591.html Axed Penrith centre Michael Jennings says he gave his injured shoulder the test he wanted in NSW Cup. Sat, 12 May 2012 10:17:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Jennings_says_hes_focused_on_Penrith_749591.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Hurricanes_get_Super_Rugby_victory_749589.html The Hurricanes win in a see-sawing Super Rugby match against the Highlanders, to steal a 26-20 win. Sat, 12 May 2012 09:59:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Hurricanes_get_Super_Rugby_victory_749589.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Warriors_hold_out_Roosters_749587.html The Warriors have beaten the Sydney Roosters 30-26 in a see-sawing NRL battle in Auckland. Sat, 12 May 2012 09:45:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Warriors_hold_out_Roosters_749587.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Hurricanes_beat_Highlanders_26-20_749585.html Winger Julian Savea scored the match-winning try as the Hurricanes beat the Highlanders26-20. Sat, 12 May 2012 09:43:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Hurricanes_beat_Highlanders_26-20_749585.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/AFLs_Hawks_confirm_Osborne_ACL_injury_749584.html Hawthorn have confirmed forward Michael Osborne has an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury. Sat, 12 May 2012 09:34:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/AFLs_Hawks_confirm_Osborne_ACL_injury_749584.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Richmond_overcome_Sydney_by_29_points_749583.html Richmond get a 29-point victory over AFL high-flyers Sydney at the MCG Sat, 12 May 2012 09:30:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Richmond_overcome_Sydney_by_29_points_749583.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Scott_right_amongst_it_at_TPC_Sawgrass_749581.html Adam Scott moves into a tie for fifth at the US PGA Players Championship. Sat, 12 May 2012 08:57:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Scott_right_amongst_it_at_TPC_Sawgrass_749581.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Geelong_have_serious_problem__Scott_749579.html Geelong coach Chris Scott says the AFL's reigning premiers have a dire problem. Sat, 12 May 2012 08:53:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Geelong_have_serious_problem__Scott_749579.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Black_Caviar_makes_it_21_straight_749567.html Champion mare Black Caviar has won the Group One Goodwood unextended. Sat, 12 May 2012 07:53:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Black_Caviar_makes_it_21_straight_749567.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/GWS_enjoy_first_AFL_win_749562.html Greater Western Sydney secured their historic first AFL victory over Gold Coast Sat, 12 May 2012 06:51:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/GWS_enjoy_first_AFL_win_749562.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Densham_pushes_Olympic_triathlon_claims_749561.html Australian triathlete Erin Densham has made another selection bid for London. Sat, 12 May 2012 06:36:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Densham_pushes_Olympic_triathlon_claims_749561.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Adelaide_crush_Geelong_by_50_points_749560.html Adelaide enhanced their status with a crushing 50-point victory against reigning premiers Geelong. Sat, 12 May 2012 06:27:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Adelaide_crush_Geelong_by_50_points_749560.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Kookaburras_secure_win_over_Belgium_749536.html Australia's men's hockey team completed their 'refuelling stop' in Belgium on Friday with a 5-1 victory. Sat, 12 May 2012 05:12:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Kookaburras_secure_win_over_Belgium_749536.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Waratahs_ready_to_bond_in_South_Africa_749535.html The NSW Waratahs' Super Rugby season is on life support and players say team bonding is the only medicine. Sat, 12 May 2012 05:08:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Waratahs_ready_to_bond_in_South_Africa_749535.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/NSW_set_for_Super_Rugby_mission_749534.html The Waratahs head to South Africa after a loss to the Bulls Sat, 12 May 2012 05:08:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/NSW_set_for_Super_Rugby_mission_749534.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Rubiano_wins_Giro_cycling_sixth_stage_749517.html Miguel Angel Rubiano has won the sixth stage of the Giro d'Italia cycling classic. Sat, 12 May 2012 03:44:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Rubiano_wins_Giro_cycling_sixth_stage_749517.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Parker_rues_NRL_goalkicking_inaccuracy_749514.html Corey Parker has criticised his own goalkicking Sat, 12 May 2012 03:01:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Parker_rues_NRL_goalkicking_inaccuracy_749514.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Sharks_were_getting_complacent_Carney_749513.html Cronulla Sharks star, Todd Carney said they were getting complacent off their 6 game winning streak Sat, 12 May 2012 02:49:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Sharks_were_getting_complacent_Carney_749513.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Button_sets_pace_in_Spanish_GP_749481.html Jenseon Button has edged out Sebastian Vettel in the practise round of the Spanish Grand Prix Sat, 12 May 2012 00:37:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Button_sets_pace_in_Spanish_GP_749481.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Hooker_books_Olympic_pole_vault_ticket_749446.html Pole vault champion Steve Hooker put aside a turbulent few months to book his place for the London Olympics. Fri, 11 May 2012 21:42:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/12/Hooker_books_Olympic_pole_vault_ticket_749446.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/The_Titans_beat_the_Bulldogs_25_to_14_749395.html Gold Coast Titans defeated Canterbury Bulldogs 25-14 in their NRL clash in Brisbane on Friday night. Fri, 11 May 2012 12:49:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/The_Titans_beat_the_Bulldogs_25_to_14_749395.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Hawks_cruise_to_big_AFL_win_over_Demons_749394.html Hawthorn cruised to a 15.25 (115) to 6.13 (49) AFL victory over Melbourne at the MCG on Friday night. Fri, 11 May 2012 12:41:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Hawks_cruise_to_big_AFL_win_over_Demons_749394.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Mitch_Johnson_opens_up_on_mental_demons_749392.html A candid Mitch Johnson admits he was mentally shot last year, and his injury turned out to be a blessing. Fri, 11 May 2012 12:31:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Mitch_Johnson_opens_up_on_mental_demons_749392.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Fulltime_-_Bulls_27_bt_Waratahs_24_749375.html The NSW Waratahs fly out to South Africa following their 27-24 Super Rugby loss to the Bulls in Sydney. Fri, 11 May 2012 11:38:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Fulltime_-_Bulls_27_bt_Waratahs_24_749375.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Sea_Eagles_beat_Broncos_24_to_22_749364.html Manly scored in the last minute to snatch a thrilling 24-22 NRL win over Brisbane on Friday night. Fri, 11 May 2012 10:56:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Sea_Eagles_beat_Broncos_24_to_22_749364.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Iraizoz_-_Bilbao_must_recover_749362.html Athletic Bilbao goalkeeper Gorka Iraizoz urged his team-mates to avoid dwelling on their Europa League loss. Fri, 11 May 2012 10:45:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Iraizoz_-_Bilbao_must_recover_749362.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Fulltime_Blues_25_bt_Lions_3_749341.html The Blues lifted themselves off the bottom of the Super Rugby ladder with a 25-3 victory over the Lions. Fri, 11 May 2012 09:33:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Fulltime_Blues_25_bt_Lions_3_749341.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Toure_eyes_Barca_return_749340.html Yaya Toure has admitted that 'it would be great' if he could move back to Barcelona to continue his career. Fri, 11 May 2012 09:27:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Toure_eyes_Barca_return_749340.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Dzeko_urged_to_quit_Manchester_City_749338.html Manchester City striker Edin Dzeko has been advised by his manager Safet Susic to leave the club. Fri, 11 May 2012 09:18:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Dzeko_urged_to_quit_Manchester_City_749338.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Mexicos_Hernandez_not_Olympics-bound_749335.html Manchester United striker Javier Hernandez will not play for Mexico at the London Olympics, his club says. Fri, 11 May 2012 08:59:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Mexicos_Hernandez_not_Olympics-bound_749335.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Ex-Waratah_Hewat_set_to_join_Brumbies_749316.html Former NSW Waratah Peter Hewat signs a deal with the The Brumbies. Fri, 11 May 2012 07:45:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Ex-Waratah_Hewat_set_to_join_Brumbies_749316.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Federer_Nadal_among_Madrid_winners_749309.html Federer survived a scare before battling into the Madrid Open third round, while Rafael Nadal cruised it. Fri, 11 May 2012 07:13:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Federer_Nadal_among_Madrid_winners_749309.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Ryan_Tandy_loses_court_appeal_749295.html Ryan Tandy has lost an appeal against a conviction for lying to the Commission about NRL betting scandals. Fri, 11 May 2012 07:03:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Ryan_Tandy_loses_court_appeal_749295.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Ports_coach_said_hes_program_works_749294.html Port Adelaide's Matthew Primus believes his coaching program works, despite 24 losses in 28 games. Fri, 11 May 2012 06:59:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Ports_coach_said_hes_program_works_749294.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Storm_Dragons_weigh_up_Origin_effect_749292.html Craig Bellamy admits he coming to grips with how cope with the effect Origin has on the team's best players. Fri, 11 May 2012 06:55:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Storm_Dragons_weigh_up_Origin_effect_749292.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Geelong_lose_injured_Bartel_for_Crows_ga_749291.html Geelong have lost playmaker Jimmy Bartel for Saturday's AFL clash against the rejuvenated Crows in Adelaide. Fri, 11 May 2012 06:51:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Geelong_lose_injured_Bartel_for_Crows_ga_749291.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Reds_must_stop_Chiefs_try-scoring_prop_749290.html Queensland prop Ben Daley returns from injury to lock horns with Chiefs Taumalolo in Super Rugby clash. Fri, 11 May 2012 06:50:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Reds_must_stop_Chiefs_try-scoring_prop_749290.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Warners_century_takes_Delhi_to_the_top_749286.html David Warner has smashed an unbeaten 109 off 54 balls to guide Delhi Daredevils to a nine-wicket win. Fri, 11 May 2012 06:28:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Warners_century_takes_Delhi_to_the_top_749286.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Fresh_Scott_starts_strong_at_Florida_PGA_749274.html Adam Scott sits well inside the top six after the opening round of The Players Championship in Florida. Fri, 11 May 2012 06:05:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Fresh_Scott_starts_strong_at_Florida_PGA_749274.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Ogilvy_off_to_solid_start_Tiger_falters_749273.html Despite suggestions he might struggle Geoff Ogilvy leads Australian tilt early on day one at TPC Sawgrass. Fri, 11 May 2012 06:03:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Ogilvy_off_to_solid_start_Tiger_falters_749273.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Ibrahimovic_will_stay_at_Milan_749268.html Zlatan Ibrahimovic won't be leaving AC Milan in the summer and will see out the remainder of his deal. Fri, 11 May 2012 05:51:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Ibrahimovic_will_stay_at_Milan_749268.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Johnson_smashes_second-year_AFL_blues_749267.html Swans defender Alex Johnson says his side will be keen for redemption when they tackle Richmond at the MCG. Fri, 11 May 2012 05:49:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Johnson_smashes_second-year_AFL_blues_749267.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Cameron_backs_cricket_in_Pakistan_749265.html UK Prime Minister David Cameron has backed the return of international cricket to Pakistan. Fri, 11 May 2012 05:46:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Cameron_backs_cricket_in_Pakistan_749265.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Rebels_Beale_key_to_beating_Crusaders_749264.html The Melbourne Rebels are out to knock over Super Rugby heavy-weights the Crusaders when they clash on Sat. Fri, 11 May 2012 05:44:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Rebels_Beale_key_to_beating_Crusaders_749264.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/T-Rex_ready_to_explode_749252.html A fitness regime equal to a tortuous pre-season schedule has NSW X-factor Tony Williams ready for Origin. Fri, 11 May 2012 05:21:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/T-Rex_ready_to_explode_749252.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Kenny-Dowall_looking_forward_to_big_bash_749239.html Roosters centre Shaun Kenny-Dowall is expecting fireworks up front as the Warriors and Roosters clash. Fri, 11 May 2012 05:05:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Kenny-Dowall_looking_forward_to_big_bash_749239.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Dragons_relieved_at_Jennings_NRL_axing_749235.html Dragons winger Jason Nightingale says he's relieved he doesn't have to mark up against dumped Jennings. Fri, 11 May 2012 04:55:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Dragons_relieved_at_Jennings_NRL_axing_749235.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Hawk-Eye_given_soccer_tests_749233.html Testing for Hawk-Eye's use in soccer has taken place at Southampton FC's St Mary's Stadium. Fri, 11 May 2012 04:52:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Hawk-Eye_given_soccer_tests_749233.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/McDermott_quits_as_bowling_coach_749227.html Craig McDermott has stepped down as Cricket Australia's bowling coach. Fri, 11 May 2012 04:05:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/McDermott_quits_as_bowling_coach_749227.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Kalac_re-signs_with_Sydney_FC_749191.html Sydney FC have secured the services of goalkeeping coach Zeljko Kalac for another A-League season. Fri, 11 May 2012 01:02:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Kalac_re-signs_with_Sydney_FC_749191.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Sharks_likely_to_lose_Gallen_Flanagan_749189.html Cronulla are preparing to take on the undefeated Storm without skipper Paul Gallen and coach Shane Flanagan. Fri, 11 May 2012 00:59:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Sharks_likely_to_lose_Gallen_Flanagan_749189.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Croatia_coach_Bilic_to_step_down_749160.html Slaven Bilic says he'll stand down as Croatia coach after Euro 2012. Thu, 10 May 2012 23:06:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Croatia_coach_Bilic_to_step_down_749160.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Barcelona_defends_Messi_over_racial_slur_749118.html Lionel Messi has been accused of making racist comments towards Royston Drenthe when he played in Spain. Thu, 10 May 2012 21:29:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Barcelona_defends_Messi_over_racial_slur_749118.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Gregson_chasing_1500m_Oly_qualifier_749111.html Ryan Gregson will be targeting the Olympic 1500m qualifying mark at the Diamond League series opener. Thu, 10 May 2012 20:55:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Gregson_chasing_1500m_Oly_qualifier_749111.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Australian_ODI_squad_revealed_749109.html Mitchell Johnson has won back his spot in the Australian cricket squad. Thu, 10 May 2012 20:53:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Australian_ODI_squad_revealed_749109.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Tests_start_on_goal-line_technology_749094.html British-based Hawk-Eye is in discussions with the EPL to introduce goal-line technology as soon as possible. Thu, 10 May 2012 19:55:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Tests_start_on_goal-line_technology_749094.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Freo_better_for_Cloke_-_Walls_749029.html Travis Cloke would be better off moving to Fremantle than GWS next year, according to Robert Walls. Thu, 10 May 2012 18:40:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Freo_better_for_Cloke_-_Walls_749029.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/We_can_cover_Goodes_-_Longmire_749026.html Sydney coach John Longmire will look to re-jig his forward line in the absence of Adam Goodes. Thu, 10 May 2012 18:38:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/We_can_cover_Goodes_-_Longmire_749026.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Capitals_force_New_York_decider_749025.html The Washington Capitals beat the top-seeded New York Rangers 2-1. Thu, 10 May 2012 18:36:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Capitals_force_New_York_decider_749025.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Nadal_loses_to_Verdasco_at_Madrid_Open_749024.html Rafael Nadal has lost to Fernando Verdasco for the first time in the third round of the Madrid Open. Thu, 10 May 2012 18:33:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Nadal_loses_to_Verdasco_at_Madrid_Open_749024.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Broncos_out_to_topple_Manly_749023.html Brisbane will look to consolidate their place in the NRL top four tonight when they take on Manly. Thu, 10 May 2012 18:32:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Broncos_out_to_topple_Manly_749023.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Cavendish_holds_off_Aussie_Goss_in_Giro_749022.html Mark Cavendish has edged out Matt Goss to clinch the 209km fifth stage of the Giro d'Italia on Thursday. Thu, 10 May 2012 18:30:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Cavendish_holds_off_Aussie_Goss_in_Giro_749022.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Didak_returns_for_AFLs_Magpies_749021.html Alan Didak will play his first game of the season when the Magpies meet Brisbane at the Gabba. Thu, 10 May 2012 18:29:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Didak_returns_for_AFLs_Magpies_749021.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Mitchell_to_undergo_late_fitness_test_749020.html Drew Mitchell will undergo a fitness test today to determine if he can return to the Waratahs tour party. Thu, 10 May 2012 18:26:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/11/Mitchell_to_undergo_late_fitness_test_749020.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Blaze_future_up_in_the_air_749008.html The NBL said the Gold Coast Blaze have entered voluntary administration and are trying to keep the club. Thu, 10 May 2012 13:34:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Blaze_future_up_in_the_air_749008.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Rowing_champions_cop_Olympic_setback_748969.html Aussies best chance for a rowing Olympic gold medal, the men's quad sculls crew, have suffered an injury. Thu, 10 May 2012 10:02:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Rowing_champions_cop_Olympic_setback_748969.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Ablett_Rischitelli_back_for_AFLs_Suns_748965.html Gold Coast captain Gary Ablett and Michael Rischitelli will return from injury for Saturday's AFL clash. Thu, 10 May 2012 09:29:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Ablett_Rischitelli_back_for_AFLs_Suns_748965.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Hawks_play_Hodge_waiting_game_748964.html Hawthorn stars Luke Hodge and Josh Gibson are both doubtful starters in Friday's clash against Melbourne. Thu, 10 May 2012 09:21:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Hawks_play_Hodge_waiting_game_748964.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Titans_Prince_and_Champion_to_play_748962.html The Titans have a boost for the clash with the Bulldogs as stars Prince and Beau Champion cleared to play. Thu, 10 May 2012 09:13:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Titans_Prince_and_Champion_to_play_748962.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Carney_can_beat_Maroons_-_Bellamy_748961.html Todd Carney says he is up to the challenge of testing his Origin credentials this weekend against Melbourne. Thu, 10 May 2012 09:06:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Carney_can_beat_Maroons_-_Bellamy_748961.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Aust_and_Aust_A_cricket_squads_named_748960.html Australian cricket squads have been named for upcoming tours of England and Ireland. Thu, 10 May 2012 09:02:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Aust_and_Aust_A_cricket_squads_named_748960.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Adam_Scott_ready_to_make_his_mark_748956.html Australian No.1 Adam Scott is planning a bumper schedule for the second half of the US PGA season. Thu, 10 May 2012 09:00:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Adam_Scott_ready_to_make_his_mark_748956.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Blake_wins_100m_in_984_seconds_748954.html Jamaican Yohan Blake has clocked the second fastest 100m time of the year at a meet in the Cayman Islands. Thu, 10 May 2012 08:58:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Blake_wins_100m_in_984_seconds_748954.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Gilmore_stunned_in_Rio_748949.html Stephanie Gilmore suffered a loss in the Billabong Rio Pro first round, while the men's seeds dominated. Thu, 10 May 2012 08:29:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Gilmore_stunned_in_Rio_748949.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Australia_welcome_back_Johnson_748937.html Mitchell Johnson, has been named in the one-day international squad for the England tour starting in June. Thu, 10 May 2012 07:19:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Australia_welcome_back_Johnson_748937.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Lipman_back_for_the_Rebels_748935.html Star flanker Michael Lipman will return from a back injury for the Rebels' clash with the Crusaders. Thu, 10 May 2012 07:11:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Lipman_back_for_the_Rebels_748935.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Bellamy_keen_to_contact_Sharks_rival_748933.html Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy will contact Shark's Shane Flanagan to check on his health following surgery. Thu, 10 May 2012 06:58:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Bellamy_keen_to_contact_Sharks_rival_748933.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Khan_rematch_with_Peterson_cancelled_748932.html The rematch between boxers Lamont Peterson and Amir Khan has been cancelled after Lamont failed a drug test. Thu, 10 May 2012 06:56:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Khan_rematch_with_Peterson_cancelled_748932.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Jennings_out_of_form_in_NRL_748931.html Penrith coach Ivan Cleary insists Michael Jennings' recent form has not even been up to NRL standard. Thu, 10 May 2012 06:52:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Jennings_out_of_form_in_NRL_748931.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/AFL_crack_down_on_sliding_748930.html The AFL has instructed umpires to penalise offenders in an attempt to prevent injuries caused from sliding. Thu, 10 May 2012 06:45:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/AFL_crack_down_on_sliding_748930.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Acid_test_ahead_for_Tigers_748929.html Richmond coach Damien Hardwick has described his team's next month as 'crucial'. Thu, 10 May 2012 06:43:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Acid_test_ahead_for_Tigers_748929.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Walls_-_Freo_better_for_Cloke_748917.html Premiership coach Robert Walls says Collingwood star Travis Cloke would be better off moving to Fremantle. Thu, 10 May 2012 05:32:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Walls_-_Freo_better_for_Cloke_748917.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Reid_over_niggles_-_Swans_coach_Longmire_748915.html Sydney coach John Longmire says Sam Reid has overcome shoulder and ankle complaints. Thu, 10 May 2012 05:25:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Reid_over_niggles_-_Swans_coach_Longmire_748915.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Puyol_rules_himself_out_of_Euro_2012_748896.html Spain captain Carles Puyol said knee surgery rules him out of the Euro 2012 squad but he won't end career. Thu, 10 May 2012 04:56:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Puyol_rules_himself_out_of_Euro_2012_748896.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Hodgson_to_name_England_squad_early_748895.html New England manager Roy Hodgson will name his squad for Euro 2012 next Wednesday. Thu, 10 May 2012 04:54:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Hodgson_to_name_England_squad_early_748895.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Gyan_may_not_stay_in_UAE_748891.html Ghana international striker Asamoah Gyan has doubt over his future by admitting it could lie "anywhere". Thu, 10 May 2012 04:50:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Gyan_may_not_stay_in_UAE_748891.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Spain_still_atop_in_FIFA_rankings_748890.html Argentina moved up to ninth place in FIFA's global rankings, and confirmed title-holders Spain in top spot. Thu, 10 May 2012 04:48:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Spain_still_atop_in_FIFA_rankings_748890.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Garmin_win_Giro_dItalia_fourth_stage_748889.html American team Garmin have clocked a time of 37min 4sec to win the fourth stage of Giro d'Italia in Verona. Thu, 10 May 2012 04:44:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Garmin_win_Giro_dItalia_fourth_stage_748889.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Johnson_back_in_Aust_ODI_squad_748866.html Mitchell Johnson has won back a spot in the Australian ODI squad for the upcoming tour of England. Thu, 10 May 2012 03:51:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Johnson_back_in_Aust_ODI_squad_748866.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Blackpool_one_win_off_promotion_748828.html Blackpool edged their way into the Championship play-off final after a 2-2 draw with Birmingham. Thu, 10 May 2012 00:24:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Blackpool_one_win_off_promotion_748828.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Aussies_dominate_at_Brazil_surfing_event_748825.html Australians have dominated the opening day of the Billabong Pro world tour surfing event. Thu, 10 May 2012 00:21:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Aussies_dominate_at_Brazil_surfing_event_748825.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Nadal_through_in_Madrid_748765.html Rafael Nadal is through to the third round of the Madrid Masters following his win over Nikolay Davydenko. Wed, 09 May 2012 22:00:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Nadal_through_in_Madrid_748765.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Kean_bullish_on_Blackburn_future_748756.html Blackburn manager Steve Kean says he's confident he'll remain with the relegated EPL club next season. Wed, 09 May 2012 21:04:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Kean_bullish_on_Blackburn_future_748756.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Atletico_Madrid_win_Europa_League_748755.html A double by Colombian striker Radamel Falcao inspired Atletico Madrid to a 3-0 win over Athletic Bilbao. Wed, 09 May 2012 20:57:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Atletico_Madrid_win_Europa_League_748755.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Frenchman_to_captain_Royal_and_Ancient_748754.html A Frenchman is to become the first captain of the Royal and Ancient Golf Club from continental Europe. Wed, 09 May 2012 20:55:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Frenchman_to_captain_Royal_and_Ancient_748754.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Hawks_sweat_on_fitness_of_Gibson_748742.html Hawthorn AFL defender Josh Gibson will test his injured ankle at training today. Wed, 09 May 2012 19:32:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Hawks_sweat_on_fitness_of_Gibson_748742.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Gayle_hits_82_as_Bangalore_beats_Mumbai_748730.html Chris Gayle smashed 82 not out to lead Royal Challengers Bangalore to a win over the Mumbai Indians . Wed, 09 May 2012 18:50:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Gayle_hits_82_as_Bangalore_beats_Mumbai_748730.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Stosur_through_the_Madrid_quarters_748721.html Samantha Stosur booked a place in the quarter-finals of the Madrid Masters with a win over Petra Cetkovska. Wed, 09 May 2012 18:41:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/10/Stosur_through_the_Madrid_quarters_748721.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Stuart_to_take_Origin_selection_risks_748697.html NSW coach Ricky Stuart says they can't be conservative in picking their side for if they hope to beat QLD. Wed, 09 May 2012 13:41:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Stuart_to_take_Origin_selection_risks_748697.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Gallen_found_not_guilty_748692.html Cronulla Captain Paul Gallen was found not guilty for kneeing Rabbitoh's David Taylor and is free to play. Wed, 09 May 2012 12:22:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Gallen_found_not_guilty_748692.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Eagles_coach_dismisses_head-high_drama_748686.html West Coast AFL coach John Worsfold says the head-high tackles controversy is a creation of a media pack. Wed, 09 May 2012 12:01:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Eagles_coach_dismisses_head-high_drama_748686.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Newman_names_2018_Comm_Games_board_748682.html Premier Campbell Newman has announced the nominations for the 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games committee. Wed, 09 May 2012 11:54:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Newman_names_2018_Comm_Games_board_748682.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Aussie_Olympians_to_get_recovery_boost_748681.html The recovery centre to be used by Australian athletes at the Olympics has been praised the biggest and best. Wed, 09 May 2012 11:47:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Aussie_Olympians_to_get_recovery_boost_748681.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Suns_will_take_no_risks_748674.html Gary Ablett and Michael Rischitelli are trying to prove their fitness ahead of Gold Coast's AFL match. Wed, 09 May 2012 11:06:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Suns_will_take_no_risks_748674.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Dockers_still_grey_on_AFL_sliding_748672.html Fremantle defender Mzungu says players will continue to attack the ball strongly despite the sliding attack. Wed, 09 May 2012 10:55:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Dockers_still_grey_on_AFL_sliding_748672.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Bronco_Norman_not_getting_big_head_748671.html Young Brisbane NRL five-eighth Corey Norman is not getting carried away with early praise. Wed, 09 May 2012 10:51:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Bronco_Norman_not_getting_big_head_748671.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Ropati_extends_Warriors_NRL_contract_748668.html Jerome Ropati has signed a one-year contract with the Warriors, extending his stay to 11 seasons. Wed, 09 May 2012 10:44:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Ropati_extends_Warriors_NRL_contract_748668.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Sharks_coach_rushed_to_hospital_748666.html Reports say Cronulla coach Shane Flanagan has undergone emergency surgery for a twisted bowel. Wed, 09 May 2012 10:40:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Sharks_coach_rushed_to_hospital_748666.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Dragons_Prior_suspended_for_5_matches_748653.html St George Illawarra forward Matt Prior has been suspended for five matches by the NRL judiciary. Wed, 09 May 2012 10:00:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Dragons_Prior_suspended_for_5_matches_748653.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Schumacher_driving_on_raw_eggs_748636.html Schumacher has attacked tyre maker Pirelli, complaining that their product is like 'driving on raw eggs'. Wed, 09 May 2012 08:49:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Schumacher_driving_on_raw_eggs_748636.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Lions_need_big_AFL_scalp_-_Adcock_748634.html The Brisbane Lions say they have a point to prove after becoming cannon fodder for the AFL's leading sides. Wed, 09 May 2012 08:45:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Lions_need_big_AFL_scalp_-_Adcock_748634.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Roos_query_umpiring_decisions_748629.html Melbourne coach Brad Scott met with AFL operations manager Adrian Anderson on to discuss umpiring decisions. Wed, 09 May 2012 08:11:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Roos_query_umpiring_decisions_748629.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Starc_sent_home_after_visa_row_748625.html Australia paceman Mitchell Starc has been deported from England due to visa issues. Wed, 09 May 2012 07:36:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Starc_sent_home_after_visa_row_748625.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Stuart_keen_to_get_Origin_started_748614.html Blues State of Origin coach Ricky Stuart is counting the days until he can name his side for the series. Wed, 09 May 2012 06:52:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Stuart_keen_to_get_Origin_started_748614.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Chelsea_survival_depends_on_ECL_win_748611.html Chelsea's 4-1 defeat at the hands of Liverpool means they will finish outside the important EPL top four. Wed, 09 May 2012 06:49:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Chelsea_survival_depends_on_ECL_win_748611.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Perth_Glory_re-sign_Steve_McGarry_1st_L_748610.html Glory midfielder S.McGarry says his decision to stay in Perth is the best for his football and his family. Wed, 09 May 2012 06:46:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Perth_Glory_re-sign_Steve_McGarry_1st_L_748610.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/NBL_All-Star_game_returns_748609.html The NBL has reintroduced a showpiece All-Star game after a five-year hiatus. Wed, 09 May 2012 06:44:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/NBL_All-Star_game_returns_748609.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Judd_might_have_another_AFL_break_748608.html Carlton could give Chris Judd another week off ahead of the AFL finals, depending on his body. Wed, 09 May 2012 06:42:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Judd_might_have_another_AFL_break_748608.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Djokovic_fumes_over_Blue_Clay_748604.html Novak Djokovic has blasted the blue clay courts at the Madrid Masters despite advancing to the third round. Wed, 09 May 2012 06:41:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Djokovic_fumes_over_Blue_Clay_748604.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Freier_says_Rebels_need_fast_start_748603.html Rebels hooker Adam Freier says he won't settle for less than a win against the Crusaders on Saturday night. Wed, 09 May 2012 06:38:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Freier_says_Rebels_need_fast_start_748603.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Sanderson_unfazed_by_Cats_AFL_clash_748602.html Adelaide's Brenton Sanderson will coach for the first time against his former club Geelong on Saturday. Wed, 09 May 2012 06:36:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Sanderson_unfazed_by_Cats_AFL_clash_748602.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Blues_focus_on_Lions_Super_Rugby_game_748601.html Blues coach Pat Lam is deciding whether he will reapply in the Super Rugby franchise. Wed, 09 May 2012 06:34:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Blues_focus_on_Lions_Super_Rugby_game_748601.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Victory_set_for_A-League_rebound_748600.html Striker Archie Thompson says new A-League coach Ange Postecoglou's methods are impressing. Wed, 09 May 2012 06:34:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Victory_set_for_A-League_rebound_748600.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Gallen_to_fight_NRL_kneeing_charge_748599.html Cronulla skipper Paul Gallen will front the NRL judiciary on Wednesday night to fight a kneeing charge. Wed, 09 May 2012 06:26:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Gallen_to_fight_NRL_kneeing_charge_748599.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Bennell_inks_new_Suns_deal_748598.html Gold Coast Suns Harley Bennell has signed a new deal which will keep him at the club until the end of 2014. Wed, 09 May 2012 06:26:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Bennell_inks_new_Suns_deal_748598.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Roosters_becoming_dominant_pack_748517.html Jared Waerea-Hargreaves says the Roosters are on their way to becoming the dominant forward pack in the NRL. Wed, 09 May 2012 00:50:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Roosters_becoming_dominant_pack_748517.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Slater_pulls_out_of_Brazilian_event_748471.html American Kelly Slater has withdrawn from the Billabong Pro event in Rio de Janeiro due to a heel injury. Tue, 08 May 2012 23:43:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Slater_pulls_out_of_Brazilian_event_748471.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Alonso_ready_for_home_race_748455.html Fernando Alonso says racing in his home country is 'very special' ahead of the upcoming Spanish Grand Prix. Tue, 08 May 2012 23:08:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Alonso_ready_for_home_race_748455.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Djokovic_struggles_Tomic_out_748439.html Novak Djokovic survived a scare before progressing to the third round of the ATP Mutua Madrid Open. Tue, 08 May 2012 22:24:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Djokovic_struggles_Tomic_out_748439.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Day_ready_to_claim_golfs_richest_purse_748435.html Jason Day believes he's ready to stake his claim on the richest purse in world golf. Tue, 08 May 2012 22:16:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Day_ready_to_claim_golfs_richest_purse_748435.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Watson_and_Tait_star_in_Royals_IPL_win_748430.html Shane Watson and Shaun Tait helped Rajasthan Royals to a seven-wicket IPL win over Pune Warriors. Tue, 08 May 2012 22:09:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Watson_and_Tait_star_in_Royals_IPL_win_748430.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/McCaw_takes_over_Crusaders_captaincy_748428.html Richie McCaw will make his first start of the season for the Crusaders in their match against the Rebels. Tue, 08 May 2012 22:07:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/McCaw_takes_over_Crusaders_captaincy_748428.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Chelsea_lose_4-1_miss_out_on_top_four_748419.html Chelsea's hopes of a top four Premier League finish have been dashed after being defeated 4-1 by Liverpool. Tue, 08 May 2012 21:46:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Chelsea_lose_4-1_miss_out_on_top_four_748419.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Parramatta_under_pressure_748406.html Parramatta players and coach Stephen Kearney fronted the club's fans, answering questions at the AGM. Tue, 08 May 2012 21:21:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Parramatta_under_pressure_748406.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Blackburn_chief_wanted_Kean_out_748386.html Blackburn Rovers' deputy chief executive wanted Steve Kean sacked, a leaked letter has revealed. Tue, 08 May 2012 20:21:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Blackburn_chief_wanted_Kean_out_748386.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Puyol_out_of_Euro_2012_748359.html Barcelona captain Carles Puyol has been ruled out of Spain's Euro 2012 campaign due to a knee injury. Tue, 08 May 2012 18:44:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Puyol_out_of_Euro_2012_748359.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/McClean_threatened_after_Ireland_call-up_748356.html James McClean has received death threats after being included in Giovanni Trappatoni's squad. Tue, 08 May 2012 18:42:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/McClean_threatened_after_Ireland_call-up_748356.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Azarenka_Sharapova_advance_in_Madrid_748355.html Maria Sharapova and Victoria Azarenka reached the third round of the Madrid Masters on Tuesday. Tue, 08 May 2012 18:40:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Azarenka_Sharapova_advance_in_Madrid_748355.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Starc_deported_from_UK_due_to_visa_issue_748354.html Mitchell Starc was deported from the UK after a problem with his visa prevented him playing for Yorkshire. Tue, 08 May 2012 18:38:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Starc_deported_from_UK_due_to_visa_issue_748354.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/AFLs_Wojcinski_in_two-match_ban_748353.html The VFL Tribunal last night handed David Wojcinski a two-match ban for rough-conduct. Tue, 08 May 2012 18:36:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/AFLs_Wojcinski_in_two-match_ban_748353.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Prior_to_discover_fate_at_judiciary_748352.html Matt Prior will discover his fate at the judiciary tonight following his striking charge on Qld's Thurston. Tue, 08 May 2012 18:33:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Prior_to_discover_fate_at_judiciary_748352.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Waratahs_ready_to_ring_in_the_changes_748351.html NSW are expected to make a number of changes for their clash with the Bulls when their team is named today. Tue, 08 May 2012 18:31:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/09/Waratahs_ready_to_ring_in_the_changes_748351.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Cats_Motlop_earns_Star_nomination_748207.html Geelong forward Steven Motlop has claimed the round-six nomination for the AFL Rising Star award. Tue, 08 May 2012 09:18:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Cats_Motlop_earns_Star_nomination_748207.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Roosters_re-sign_Arona_748206.html Sydney Roosters have signed up-and-coming forward Tinirau Arona to a new two-year deal. Tue, 08 May 2012 09:08:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Roosters_re-sign_Arona_748206.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Caviar_scares_off_high-profile_rivals_748202.html There won't be another Group One winner when Black Caviar shoots for her 21st consecutive win Tue, 08 May 2012 08:48:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Caviar_scares_off_high-profile_rivals_748202.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/GWS_set_for_battle_of_babies-_Sheedy_748201.html The GWS and Gold Coast clash is being seen as the Giant's best chance to snatch their first points. Tue, 08 May 2012 08:43:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/GWS_set_for_battle_of_babies-_Sheedy_748201.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Gallen_may_fight_charge_at_NRL_judiciary_748200.html The seriousness of NSW skipper Paul Gallen's injury may decide whether he fights a dangerous contact charge. Tue, 08 May 2012 08:39:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Gallen_may_fight_charge_at_NRL_judiciary_748200.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Raiders_Furner_to_appeal_referee_fine_748198.html Raiders coach David Furner will appeal the $10,000 fine for criticism of the referees after a loss to Manly. Tue, 08 May 2012 08:22:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Raiders_Furner_to_appeal_referee_fine_748198.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Broncos_release_Dane_Gagai_from_contract_748187.html Brisbane have released young talent Dane Gagai less than two months after re-signing him until 2014. Tue, 08 May 2012 08:03:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Broncos_release_Dane_Gagai_from_contract_748187.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/AFL_injury_setback_for_Bulldogs_Morris_748156.html Western Bulldogs' Dale Morris will spend at least another six weeks on the sidelines. Tue, 08 May 2012 06:57:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/AFL_injury_setback_for_Bulldogs_Morris_748156.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Desperate_Tahs_to_ring_in_changes_748155.html NSW will make changes to their line-up in a bid to reinvigorate their season when they meet the Bulls. Tue, 08 May 2012 06:52:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Desperate_Tahs_to_ring_in_changes_748155.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Harvey_inks_new_deal_at_Force_748152.html Five-eighth David Harvey has re-signed with the Western Force until the end of the 2013 season. Tue, 08 May 2012 06:50:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Harvey_inks_new_deal_at_Force_748152.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Training_can_be_dangerous_for_AFL_Tigers_748151.html Forget the current AFL issue of head-high tackles, training can be more hazardous for Richmond players. Tue, 08 May 2012 06:49:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Training_can_be_dangerous_for_AFL_Tigers_748151.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Matildas_begin_to_rebuild_748150.html Australia's Matildas will play matches against NZ and Japan after failing to qualify for the Olympics. Tue, 08 May 2012 06:46:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Matildas_begin_to_rebuild_748150.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Panther_Jennings_axed_from_NRL_side_748147.html Penrith have dropped NSW State of Origin hopeful Michael Jennings to the NRL club's NSW Cup feeder team. Tue, 08 May 2012 06:43:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Panther_Jennings_axed_from_NRL_side_748147.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Riewoldt_hopes_AFL_form_slump_is_over_748134.html Richmond key forward Jack Riewoldt is growing in confidence after a lean start to the season. Tue, 08 May 2012 05:46:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Riewoldt_hopes_AFL_form_slump_is_over_748134.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Mara_replaces_Friend_for_Warriors_748133.html Alehana Mara replaces an injured Nathan Friend in the only line-up change for the Warriors. Tue, 08 May 2012 05:46:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Mara_replaces_Friend_for_Warriors_748133.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Slingsby_nears_fifth_sailing_world_title_748132.html Australia's world No. 1 Tom Slingsby appears certain to win yet another world Laser crown. Tue, 08 May 2012 05:46:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Slingsby_nears_fifth_sailing_world_title_748132.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Official_may_cost_me_V8_title_-_Lowndes_748131.html V8 Supercars champion Craig Lowndes fears an official's gaffe may cost him a crack at another championship. Tue, 08 May 2012 05:46:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Official_may_cost_me_V8_title_-_Lowndes_748131.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/OSullivan_wins_4th_world_snooker_title_748112.html Ronnie O'Sullivan has won his 4th world snooker title, beating fellow Englishman Ali Carter 18-11. Tue, 08 May 2012 05:02:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/OSullivan_wins_4th_world_snooker_title_748112.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Key_trio_re-sign_for_beleaguered_Blues_748111.html Three key re-signings have boosted the Blues as they look to resurrect this year's Super Rugby campaign. Tue, 08 May 2012 04:59:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Key_trio_re-sign_for_beleaguered_Blues_748111.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Boogaard_commits_to_Reds_748109.html Adelaide United have secured the services of centre-back Nigel Boogaard until the end of the 2013/14 season. Tue, 08 May 2012 04:56:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Boogaard_commits_to_Reds_748109.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Raiders_cop_fine_for_Furner_spray_748108.html The Raiders have been slapped with a $10,000 fine after coach David Furner questioned refs in loss to Manly. Tue, 08 May 2012 04:56:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Raiders_cop_fine_for_Furner_spray_748108.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Stosur_advances_in_Madrid_748097.html Sam Stosur has booked her place in the third round of the Madrid Open beating Christina McHale 2-6 6-4 6-0. Tue, 08 May 2012 04:23:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Stosur_advances_in_Madrid_748097.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Chelsea_chase_winning_feeling_again_748094.html Chelsea veteran Frank Lampard is hopeful his side can continue their trophy-winning form in the UEFA final. Tue, 08 May 2012 04:19:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Chelsea_chase_winning_feeling_again_748094.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Giants_ready_for_Ablett_-_Sheedy_748078.html GWS coach Kevin Sheedy has welcomed the return of Gold Coast captain Gary Ablett for Saturday's clash. Tue, 08 May 2012 03:52:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Giants_ready_for_Ablett_-_Sheedy_748078.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Melb_to_host_2012_hockey_Champions_748057.html Australia will chase an unprecedented fifth successive men's hockey Champions Trophy title on home soil. Tue, 08 May 2012 03:18:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Melb_to_host_2012_hockey_Champions_748057.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Furner_fined_for_questioning_referees_748056.html Canberra has been served a $10,000 breach notice after coach David Furner criticised the referees on Sunday. Tue, 08 May 2012 03:14:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Furner_fined_for_questioning_referees_748056.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Civoniceva_to_retire_at_end_of_season_748054.html Record-breaking Petero Civoniceva has announced he'll retire from rugby league at the end of the season. Tue, 08 May 2012 03:11:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Civoniceva_to_retire_at_end_of_season_748054.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Motlop_nabs_Rising_Star_nomination_748053.html Steven Motlop has been rewarded for his outstanding start to the season with a NAB Rising Star nomination. Tue, 08 May 2012 03:09:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Motlop_nabs_Rising_Star_nomination_748053.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Eels_players_back_under-fire_Kearney_748052.html Parramatta centre Ryan Morgan insists the Eels' playing group are behind NRL coach Stephen Kearney. Tue, 08 May 2012 03:07:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Eels_players_back_under-fire_Kearney_748052.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Force_re-sign_Harvey_for_2013_748051.html David Harvey has turned his short-term deal into a Super Rugby future with the Force, singing on for 2013. Tue, 08 May 2012 03:05:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Force_re-sign_Harvey_for_2013_748051.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Broughton_to_risk_ban_at_tribunal_748050.html Greg Broughton will risk a one-match ban at the AFL Tribunal after choosing to contest his conduct charge. Tue, 08 May 2012 03:01:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Broughton_to_risk_ban_at_tribunal_748050.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Kaka_keen_to_remain_at_Real_748048.html Brazil forward Kaka has reiterated his desire to stay at Real Madrid and to become a key player. Tue, 08 May 2012 02:59:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Kaka_keen_to_remain_at_Real_748048.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Gallen_cleared_for_Origin_opener_748041.html NSW captain Paul Gallen has escaped suspension and will play in the State of Origin series opener on May 23. Tue, 08 May 2012 02:40:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Gallen_cleared_for_Origin_opener_748041.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Rain_frustrates_Windies_again_748022.html Rain has dashed the West Indies' attempts to get in some practice ahead of their first Test against England. Tue, 08 May 2012 01:04:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Rain_frustrates_Windies_again_748022.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Aloisi_the_new_Melbourne_Heart_coach_748017.html Former Socceroos striker John Aloisi has been appointed as the new coach of A-League club Melbourne Heart. Tue, 08 May 2012 00:52:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Aloisi_the_new_Melbourne_Heart_coach_748017.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Nadal_Djokovic_look_to_make_history_748004.html Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic are aiming to make history when they play a charity tennis match in Madrid. Mon, 07 May 2012 23:42:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Nadal_Djokovic_look_to_make_history_748004.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Giants_pitcher_Mota_banned_for_100_games_748003.html Major League Baseball's disciplinary officials have slapped Guillermo Mota with a 100-game ban for drug use. Mon, 07 May 2012 23:36:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Giants_pitcher_Mota_banned_for_100_games_748003.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Montpellier_still_three_ahead_of_PSG_748002.html Montpellier took a significant step towards their first ever Ligue 1 title by winning 2-0 at Rennes. Mon, 07 May 2012 23:27:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Montpellier_still_three_ahead_of_PSG_748002.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Jets_sign_Perth_Glorys_Neville_748001.html Jeremy Brockie has parted ways with Newcastle, but his loss has been offset by the signing of Scott Neville. Mon, 07 May 2012 23:23:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Jets_sign_Perth_Glorys_Neville_748001.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Blackburn_relegated_from_EPL_747963.html Blackburn Rovers have been relegated from the EPL with a match to spare after a 1-0 defeat to Wigan. Mon, 07 May 2012 21:17:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Blackburn_relegated_from_EPL_747963.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Ben_Johnson_blow_for_Pies_747931.html Collingwood has been dealt a further injury blow with Ben Johnson ruled out for most of the season. Mon, 07 May 2012 20:02:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Ben_Johnson_blow_for_Pies_747931.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/West_Ham_into_EPL_promotion_final_747929.html West Ham United are one match away from an immediate return to the EPL after beating Cardiff City 5-0. Mon, 07 May 2012 19:35:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/West_Ham_into_EPL_promotion_final_747929.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Vixens_outclass_struggling_Tactix_747924.html The Vixens have highlighted their position at the top of the table dismantling Tactix 65-41 in Christchurch. Mon, 07 May 2012 19:28:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Vixens_outclass_struggling_Tactix_747924.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Adelaide_beat_Southern_Steel_in_netball_747923.html The Thunderbirds have held on to second spot in the trans-Tasman championships beating Southern Steel 58-48. Mon, 07 May 2012 19:21:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Adelaide_beat_Southern_Steel_in_netball_747923.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Australian_Goss_wins_Giro_stage_3_747905.html Matthew Goss has won the third stage of the Giro d'Italia beating Mark Cavendish and Taylor Phinney. Mon, 07 May 2012 18:34:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/08/Australian_Goss_wins_Giro_stage_3_747905.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Gallens_NSW_Origin_hopes_in_doubt_747862.html NSW captain Paul Gallen could miss Origin I after injuring his knee and being put on report against Souths. Mon, 07 May 2012 13:04:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Gallens_NSW_Origin_hopes_in_doubt_747862.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Cats_Wojcinski_to_face_VFL_tribunal_747860.html Geelong's David Wojcinski could have his AFL comeback delayed after being hit with two VFL charges. Mon, 07 May 2012 12:41:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Cats_Wojcinski_to_face_VFL_tribunal_747860.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Hawks_wait_on_Gilham_747859.html Hawthorn's Sam Mitchell says the club is undecided on whether to introduce defender Stephen Gilham. Mon, 07 May 2012 12:39:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Hawks_wait_on_Gilham_747859.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/No_rest_wanted_for_Blues_Hampson_747858.html Carlton ruckman Shaun Hampson says the battle for AFL spots means he is unwilling to have a rest. Mon, 07 May 2012 12:31:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/No_rest_wanted_for_Blues_Hampson_747858.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Olympic_suppliers_deny_being_sweatshops_747857.html Australian Olympic Committee says its uniform suppliers have assured workers are not being exploited. Mon, 07 May 2012 12:23:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Olympic_suppliers_deny_being_sweatshops_747857.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Gallen_shocker_as_South_down_Sharks_747851.html NSW coach Ricky Stuart is confronting a double nightmare with Sharks star Paul Gallen injured. Mon, 07 May 2012 11:29:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Gallen_shocker_as_South_down_Sharks_747851.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Souths_down_Sharks_in_NRL_747847.html South Sydney Rabbitohs have beaten the Cronulla Sharks 34 to 28 in the NRL. Mon, 07 May 2012 10:50:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Souths_down_Sharks_in_NRL_747847.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Brumbies_confirm_Lealiifano_out_747846.html The Brumbies have confirmed Christian Lealiifano will miss rest of the season after breaking his ankle. Mon, 07 May 2012 10:29:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Brumbies_confirm_Lealiifano_out_747846.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Eagles_no_duckers_747845.html West Coast captain Darren Glass has denied speculation the Eagles train to draw high tackles. Mon, 07 May 2012 10:19:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Eagles_no_duckers_747845.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Kesolowski_takes_NASCAR_event_747836.html Brad Kesolowski held off a late charge from Kyle Busch to win the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series at Talladega. Mon, 07 May 2012 09:33:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Kesolowski_takes_NASCAR_event_747836.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Goodes_to_miss_up_to_six_weeks_747834.html Swans will be without Adam Goodes for six weeks after suffering an injury against Adelaide. Mon, 07 May 2012 09:30:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Goodes_to_miss_up_to_six_weeks_747834.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Fowler_clinches_maiden_PGA_win_747833.html Rickie Fowler has claimed his first PGA Tour win with a playoff victory at the Wells Fargo Championship Mon, 07 May 2012 09:28:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Fowler_clinches_maiden_PGA_win_747833.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Arnold_to_remain_Mariners_coach_747799.html Graham Arnold will stay coaching Central Coast Mariners after knocking back an offer to coach Sydney FC. Mon, 07 May 2012 06:59:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Arnold_to_remain_Mariners_coach_747799.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/AFL_timekeepers_stood_down_747798.html The AFL have stood down two timekeepers and apologised to Fremantle and the Gold Coast after a match error. Mon, 07 May 2012 06:56:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/AFL_timekeepers_stood_down_747798.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Elias_matchfixing_acquittal_appealed_747774.html League identity John Elias could face match fixing charges with his acquittal being appealed by NSW DPP. Mon, 07 May 2012 06:51:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Elias_matchfixing_acquittal_appealed_747774.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Campbell_feels_for_Eels_Sandow_747795.html Ex-NRL player Preston Campbell fears Chris Sandow is not being allowed to play his style with the Eels. Mon, 07 May 2012 06:43:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Campbell_feels_for_Eels_Sandow_747795.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Molinari_wins_Spanish_Open_golf_747794.html Francesco Molinari has won the Spanish Open turning a four-stroke deficit around. Mon, 07 May 2012 06:40:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Molinari_wins_Spanish_Open_golf_747794.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Mourinho_records_unbelievable_treble_747789.html Master manager Jose Mourinho says he can't believe he's won the English, Spanish and Italian leagues. Mon, 07 May 2012 06:38:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Mourinho_records_unbelievable_treble_747789.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Ten-man_Spurs_kept_outside_top_three_747786.html Tottenham Hotspur remain a point adrift of rivals Arsenal in fourth place going into the final round of EPL. Mon, 07 May 2012 06:36:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Ten-man_Spurs_kept_outside_top_three_747786.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Knicks_fend_off_NBA_elimination_747784.html The New York Knicks have avoided elimination in the first round of the NBA playoffs against Miami Heat. Mon, 07 May 2012 06:32:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Knicks_fend_off_NBA_elimination_747784.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Minichiellos_Origin_audition_747782.html Roosters veteran Anthony Minichiello is determined to hang on to his NSW Origin jumper. Mon, 07 May 2012 06:31:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Minichiellos_Origin_audition_747782.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/OSullivan_leads_Carter_in_snooker_final_747781.html Ronnie O'Sullivan will carry a three fram advantage into the Snooker World Championships. Mon, 07 May 2012 06:26:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/OSullivan_leads_Carter_in_snooker_final_747781.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Storm_re-sign_ONeill_for_two_years_747779.html Melbourne have offset losing Dane Nielsen by re-signing Justin O'Neill for a futher two seasons. Mon, 07 May 2012 06:23:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Storm_re-sign_ONeill_for_two_years_747779.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Palu_signs_to_stay_with_Tahs_747778.html Wallabies Wycliff Palu has signed a one-year deal to continue playing with the NSW Waratahs. Mon, 07 May 2012 06:21:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Palu_signs_to_stay_with_Tahs_747778.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Cabinet_to_decide_Comm_Games_future_747777.html The fate of the 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games board will be decided by cabinet this week. Mon, 07 May 2012 06:18:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Cabinet_to_decide_Comm_Games_future_747777.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Straight_shooting_Mayne_a_key_for_Freo_747775.html Fremantle forward Chris Mayne hasn't missed a shot on goal this season. Mon, 07 May 2012 06:13:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Straight_shooting_Mayne_a_key_for_Freo_747775.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Arnold_to_stay_with_Central_Coast_747768.html Graham Arnold will remain coach of Central Coast Mariners next A-League season. Mon, 07 May 2012 05:42:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Arnold_to_stay_with_Central_Coast_747768.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/I_was_lucky_to_win_-_Stoner_747765.html Casey Stoner said he was lucky to win the Portuguese MotoGP - his second successive victory this season. Mon, 07 May 2012 05:27:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/I_was_lucky_to_win_-_Stoner_747765.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Prior_referred_straight_to_NRL_judiciary_747764.html Dragons Matt Prior is facing a lengthy suspension over a striking charge on Cowboys Jonathan Thurston. Mon, 07 May 2012 05:26:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Prior_referred_straight_to_NRL_judiciary_747764.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Warriors_sign_Storm_centre-_747762.html The Warriors have captured Melbourne Storm's Dane Nielsen on a three-year deal. Mon, 07 May 2012 05:15:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Warriors_sign_Storm_centre-_747762.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Injured_Penny_Taylor_confident_in_Opals_747755.html Penny Taylor is confident she will be back on the basketball court in nine months after a knee injury. Mon, 07 May 2012 04:28:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Injured_Penny_Taylor_confident_in_Opals_747755.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/We_want_Primus_to_stay_-_Port_players_747741.html Port Adelaide players want besieged coach Matthew Primus to remain at the AFL club saying they let him down. Mon, 07 May 2012 04:12:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/We_want_Primus_to_stay_-_Port_players_747741.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Origin_pressure_helping_Pearce_747734.html Roosters coach Brian Smith believes Mitchell Pearce's play against the Knights shows how he's matured. Mon, 07 May 2012 03:55:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Origin_pressure_helping_Pearce_747734.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Dons_not_concerned_by_staging_Eagles_747731.html Heath Hocking says he's noticed an increase in players staging for head-high free kicks this season. Mon, 07 May 2012 03:54:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Dons_not_concerned_by_staging_Eagles_747731.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Gidley_confirms_his_NRL_season_is_over_747722.html Newcastle captain Kurt Gidley has confirmed his NRL season is over to undergo a shoulder reconstruction. Mon, 07 May 2012 03:24:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Gidley_confirms_his_NRL_season_is_over_747722.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Elite_hockey_player_dies_on_pitch_747640.html Elite hockey player Elizabeth Watkins has died after being hit in the head by the ball during a game. Mon, 07 May 2012 01:16:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Elite_hockey_player_dies_on_pitch_747640.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Armstrong_3rd_in_St_Croix_triathlon_747631.html Lance Armstrong came third in the St Croix Ironman triathlon on Sunday, dominating in the bike leg. Mon, 07 May 2012 00:36:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Armstrong_3rd_in_St_Croix_triathlon_747631.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Del_Potro_wins_second_Estoril_ATP_title_747610.html Juan Martin del Potro has retained his Estoril Open title after scoring a 6-4 6-2 against Richard Gasquet. Sun, 06 May 2012 23:49:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Del_Potro_wins_second_Estoril_ATP_title_747610.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/New_Zealand_win_Glasgow_IRB_Sevens_747609.html NZ won the penultimate leg of the IRB's Sevens World Series on Sunday, beating England 29-14 in the final. Sun, 06 May 2012 23:49:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/New_Zealand_win_Glasgow_IRB_Sevens_747609.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Fowler_finally_a_winner_on_the_PGA_Tour_747605.html Rickie Fowler claimed his first victory on the US PGA Tour when he won a three-way playoff at Wells Fargo. Sun, 06 May 2012 23:42:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Fowler_finally_a_winner_on_the_PGA_Tour_747605.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Dane_Nielsen_to_join_Warriors_747567.html Qld State of Origin centre Dane Nielsen will leave Melb Storm at the end of the season to join the Warriors. Sun, 06 May 2012 21:50:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Dane_Nielsen_to_join_Warriors_747567.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Azarenka_Sharapova_advance_in_Madrid_747564.html Top-ranked Victoria Azarenka and Maria Sharapova have won their opening matches at the Madrid masters Sun, 06 May 2012 21:47:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Azarenka_Sharapova_advance_in_Madrid_747564.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Furner_blasts_officials_after_Manly_loss_747558.html Canberra coach David Furner has blasted match officials over a 8-3 penalty count in the 18-12 loss to Manly. Sun, 06 May 2012 21:40:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Furner_blasts_officials_after_Manly_loss_747558.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Crusaders_hang_on_to_beat_Reds_747555.html The Crusaders have reversed the result of last year's Super Rugby final with a 15-11 victory over the Reds. Sun, 06 May 2012 21:27:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Crusaders_hang_on_to_beat_Reds_747555.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Pearce_fires_as_Roosters_belt_Knights_747553.html Sydney Roosters have snapped a two-game losing streak as Mitchell Pearce inspired a 24-6 win over Newcastle. Sun, 06 May 2012 21:24:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Pearce_fires_as_Roosters_belt_Knights_747553.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Eagles_beat_North_to_stay_undefeated_747552.html West Coast overcame an injury toll to remain the only unbeaten team, defeating North Melbourne by 25 points. Sun, 06 May 2012 21:21:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Eagles_beat_North_to_stay_undefeated_747552.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Kookaburras_get_pre-Olympic_jolt_747548.html The Aust men's hockey team has been rolled 5-2 by Germany in the final of the London Olympic test event. Sun, 06 May 2012 20:53:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Kookaburras_get_pre-Olympic_jolt_747548.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Stoner_completes_MotoGP_full_house_747547.html Australian Casey Stoner has won the Portuguese MotoGP for his second successive victory this season. Sun, 06 May 2012 20:50:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Stoner_completes_MotoGP_full_house_747547.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Cavendish_wins_Giro_2nd_stage_from_Goss_747530.html Britain's world champion Mark Cavendish has won the second stage of the Tour of Italy in Denmark. Sun, 06 May 2012 20:11:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Cavendish_wins_Giro_2nd_stage_from_Goss_747530.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Man_City_closer_to_English_title_747493.html Man United beat Swansea 2-0 to keep their title chance alive before their last-round visit to Sunderland. Sun, 06 May 2012 18:49:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/07/Man_City_closer_to_English_title_747493.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Lambie_ends_Highlanders_streak_747470.html Pat Lambie further enhanced his growing reputation as he scored all the Sharks points over the Highlanders. Sun, 06 May 2012 13:08:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Lambie_ends_Highlanders_streak_747470.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Furner_blasts_officials_after_Manly_loss_747469.html Canberra coach David Furner accused match officials of blocking his side's path to a shock win over Manly. Sun, 06 May 2012 13:03:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Furner_blasts_officials_after_Manly_loss_747469.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Lowy_meeting_saves_Newcastle_747468.html FFA chairman Frank Lowy has revealed he personally initiated a meeting with Newcastle owner Nathan Tinkler. Sun, 06 May 2012 12:59:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Lowy_meeting_saves_Newcastle_747468.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Pearce_fires_as_Roosters_belt_Knights_747467.html Sydney Roosters have snapped a two-game losing streak and moved back into the NRL top eight. Sun, 06 May 2012 12:53:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Pearce_fires_as_Roosters_belt_Knights_747467.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Red_Sox_home_woes_continue_747466.html The Baltimore Orioles extended the Boston Red Sox's recent home struggles with an 8-2 win. Sun, 06 May 2012 12:49:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Red_Sox_home_woes_continue_747466.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Eagles_remain_unbeaten_in_the_AFL_747437.html West Coast remain the only unbeaten team in the AFL after winning 120-95 against North Melbourne. Sun, 06 May 2012 10:01:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Eagles_remain_unbeaten_in_the_AFL_747437.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Carroll_thought_he_had_equalised_747430.html Liverpool striker Andy Carroll he initially thought he had equalised in the 2-1 FA Cup final loss to Chelsea Sun, 06 May 2012 09:43:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Carroll_thought_he_had_equalised_747430.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Ogilvy_makes_his_move_747429.html Webb Simpson holds a one-shot lead heading into the final round of the Wells Fargo Championship. Sun, 06 May 2012 09:41:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Ogilvy_makes_his_move_747429.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Elderly_Sydney_woman_hit_by_sons_car_747428.html An elderly woman is critical after being struck by a car at a western Sydney shopping centre. Sun, 06 May 2012 09:38:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Elderly_Sydney_woman_hit_by_sons_car_747428.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Dugan_eyes_Origin_No1_spot_747424.html Canberra fullback Josh Dugan hopes a big game against Parramatta might see him get the Blues No.1 spot. Sun, 06 May 2012 09:29:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Dugan_eyes_Origin_No1_spot_747424.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Mayweather_beats_Cotto_on_points_747419.html Floyd Mayweather Jr won the WBA light middleweight title posting a 12-round decision win over Miguel Cotto. Sun, 06 May 2012 09:09:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Mayweather_beats_Cotto_on_points_747419.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Davison_trumps_Whincup_at_Barbagallo_747416.html Ford's Will Davison closed the gap on Holden's Jamie Whincup in the V8 Supercars title race to 43 points. Sun, 06 May 2012 08:58:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Davison_trumps_Whincup_at_Barbagallo_747416.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Roosters_cruise_past_under-par_Knights_747414.html Sydney Roosters have beaten Newcastle 24-6 in Sunday's NRL clash at Allianz Stadium. Sun, 06 May 2012 08:45:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Roosters_cruise_past_under-par_Knights_747414.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Richmond_down_Port_by_37_points_747412.html The Richmond Tigers stole an early break were never threatened in winning 91-54 against Port Adelaide. Sun, 06 May 2012 08:42:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Richmond_down_Port_by_37_points_747412.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Hawks_hit_back_with_solid_AFL_win_747408.html Hawthorn midfielder Jordan Lewis says a tough AFL encounter with St Kilda was exactly what they needed. Sun, 06 May 2012 08:07:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Hawks_hit_back_with_solid_AFL_win_747408.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Swifts_down_Pulse_in_trans-Tasman_match_747392.html The Swifts eked out a 39-36 home win over the Central Pulse in trans-Tasman netball. Sun, 06 May 2012 06:53:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Swifts_down_Pulse_in_trans-Tasman_match_747392.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Carlton_shake_off_stubborn_Giants_747389.html Carlton moved into the top two after defeating Greater Western Sydney 110-43 at Etihad Stadium Sun, 06 May 2012 06:48:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Carlton_shake_off_stubborn_Giants_747389.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Firebirds_keep_finals_hopes_alive_747386.html The Firebirds have kept their netball finals hopes alive with a resounding 56-43 victory over the Mystics. Sun, 06 May 2012 06:29:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Firebirds_keep_finals_hopes_alive_747386.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Crusaders_avenge_finals_loss_to_Reds_747385.html The Crusaders defeated the Queensland Reds with a gripping 15-11 round 11 victory in Christchurch. Sun, 06 May 2012 06:25:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Crusaders_avenge_finals_loss_to_Reds_747385.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Manly_beat_Raiders_18-12_747383.html Fullback Brett Stewart helped the Sea Eagles to a 18-12 NRL victory over Canberra at Brookvale Oval. Sun, 06 May 2012 06:16:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Sport/2012/05/06/Manly_beat_Raiders_18-12_747383.html