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Levein new favourite as Smith rules himself out of Scotland running
Published on 19 Nov 2009, 12:26 by Gareth FreemanCraig Levein is the new favourite to become manager of the Scottish national team after Rangers boss Walter Smith ruled himself out of the running.
Smith held the role between 2004 and 2007 and guided the team to a famous 1-0 victory over France, as well as improving their Fifa ranking. However, [...]
CAS Bans Sureyya Ayhan Kop for Life
Published on 11 Nov 2009, 16:12 by bibanIn a stunning decision, Court of Arbitration for Sport banned Sureyya Ayhan Kop for life. Kop is a former European champion in 1,500 metres sprint. Detailed reports pointed out that the Turkish international was not able passing drugs test in the month of September, 2007. According to reports, the sample offered by the athlete contained [...]
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Saina Nehwal Goes Out in First Round
Published on 11 Nov 2009, 14:21 by bibanSaina Nehwal, the badminton sensation of India, has crashed out of HK Super Series in the very first round. She suffered her first-round defeat in the hands of Netherlands’s Jie Yao.
Saina, the 8th seeded of the tournament, was defeated in a margin of 16-21, 12-21. The match ended in a real short span of [...]
Gerrard left “devastated” by Alonso exit
Published on 4 Nov 2009, 13:18 by Gareth FreemanLiverpool captain Steven Gerrard has revealed how he was left “devastated” by the sale of Xabi Alonso in the summer.
The Spaniard spent five years at Anfield and formed an impressive partnership with Gerrard at the heart of the Red’s midfield. However, that duo was broken up when Real Madrid came calling, [...]
Viswanathan Anand Defeats Anatoly Karpov, Wins Series
Published on 3 Nov 2009, 19:09 by bibanViswanathan Anand defeated Russian Grandmaster Anatoly Karpov in 2 matches in his way to secure victory in chess series 3.5-0.5, consisting of rapid 4 Chess games.
Anand, from India, continued his lead in series by a margin of 1.5-0.5. He secured his victory against the Russian in 1st match while drawing the 2nd one. However, [...]
Deriba Merga Wins Airtel Delhi Half Marathon
Published on 1 Nov 2009, 19:09 by bibanDeriba Merga, the Ethiopian international and an Olympian himself, was able posting a superb victory in the men race of Airtel Delhi Half Marathon. He, however, faced a tough race for securing his title. In the women’s race, Mary Keitany, the present world champion was posted a new world record.
While speaking of Merga, the [...]
Saina Nehwal Reaches Quarter Finals
Published on 30 Oct 2009, 20:10 by bibanSaina Nehwal, India’s badminton player, has reached to the quarter-final stage in French Super Series, taking place in Paris. She defeated Hong Kong’s Pui Yn Yip for reaching the stage.
Saina, the 8th seeded player of the tournament, was able securing a convincing victory by a margin of 21-15, 21-14. She would now be [...]
Baton for Commonwealth Games 2010 Launched
Published on 30 Oct 2009, 08:52 by biban2010 Commonwealth Games baton has been launched. The tournament is scheduled to be taking place in Delhi, capital city of India in the year 2010. In an event of historical significance, Pratibha Patil, the President of India, attended the ceremony when relay of Queen’s baton initiated. As pointed out by various reports, this has been [...]
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Strachan Confirmed As Middlesbrough Boss
Published on 26 Oct 2009, 15:04 by Gareth FreemanGordon Strachan has been confirmed as the new manager of Middlesbrough, following the club’s decision to sack previous incumbent Gareth Southgate.
The former England defender had been in charge at the Riverside since 2006 and appeared to have time on his side after keeping his job, despite overseeing Boro’s first relegation [...]
Adebayor given slap on the wrist by FA
Published on 2 Oct 2009, 13:58 by Gareth FreemanAfter weeks of debate and analysis, Emmanuel Adebayor has been handed a £25,000 fine and a suspended two match ban for his controversial goal celebration against former club Arsenal.
The punishment equates to little more than a slap on the wrist for the striker, who would earn £25,000 in a single [...]
