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Rugby: Ref challenges proposed
It’s come in for a bit of a battering but while the physical shape of 15-team Super Rugby will not change much next year, the technology could, with the possibility mooted of ‘challenges’ to referees’ decisions, as in tennis and cricket. The most meaningful discussions regarding the competition could come around officiating and the use of technology
Trick shot helps Murray into 2nd week of Wimbledon (AP)
By STEPHEN WILSON, AP Sports Writer WIMBLEDON, England – With the help of an audacious between-the-legs trick shot, Andy Murray once again heads into the second week of Wimbledon carrying the hopes of a nation for a first homegrown men’s champion in 75 years.
Trick shot helps Murray into 2nd week of Wimbledon (AP)
By STEPHEN WILSON, AP Sports Writer WIMBLEDON, England – With the help of an audacious between-the-legs trick shot, Andy Murray once again heads into the second week of Wimbledon carrying the hopes of a nation for a first homegrown men’s champion in 75 years. The fourth-seeded Murray advanced to the fourth round by defeating Ivan Ljubicic 6-4, 4-6, 6-1, 7-6 (4) in a match that ended at nearly 10 p.m. Friday under the roof on Centre Court.
Roddick exits Wimbledon in 3 sets in 3rd round (AP)
By HOWARD FENDRICH, AP Tennis Writer WIMBLEDON, England – Head bowed, Andy Roddick trudged off Centre Court, his purple Wimbledon towel dragging along the turf.
Federer finally plays under Centre Court roof (AP)
By CHRIS LEHOURITES, AP Sports Writer WIMBLEDON, England – After winning six titles at the All England Club, Roger Federer experienced a new feeling on Centre Court. The 16-time Grand Slam champion was forced indoors on another rainy day at Wimbledon, and he emerged victorious as usual, beating Adrian Mannarino of France 6-2, 6-3, 6-2 Thursday to reach the third round
Federer finally plays under Centre Court roof (AP)
By CHRIS LEHOURITES, AP Sports Writer WIMBLEDON, England – After winning six titles at the All England Club, Roger Federer experienced a new feeling on Centre Court. The 16-time Grand Slam champion was forced indoors on another rainy day at Wimbledon, and he emerged victorious as usual, beating Adrian Mannarino of France 6-2, 6-3, 6-2 Thursday to reach the third round
NHL Capsules: New-look Flyers trade Richards, Carter
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Mike Richards and Jeff Carter, two key cogs in the Philadelphia Flyers’ run to the Stanley Cup finals a year ago, were both traded in a pair of separate stunning trades that shakes up the franchise on the eve of the draft.
Serena Williams wonders why she, Venus get Court 2 (AP)
By HOWARD FENDRICH, AP Tennis Writer WIMBLEDON, England – Serena Williams wonders why she and her older sister Venus have played once each on Court 2 at Wimbledon this year — instead of Centre Court or Court 1. After winning her second-round match Thursday on Court 2, four-time Wimbledon champion Serena was asked about being put in that venue, where five-time champion Venus won Monday. Each also has played one match on Centre Court this week.
Serena rallies for another 3-set win at Wimbledon (AP)
By STEPHEN WILSON, AP Sports Writer WIMBLEDON, England – Defending champion Serena Williams recovered from a poor start to defeat Simona Halep 3-6, 6-2, 6-1 Thursday and move into the third round of Wimbledon, staying on course for a fifth title.
VWilliams overcomes Date-Krumm in 3-set thriller (AP)
By STEPHEN WILSON, AP Sports Writer WIMBLEDON, England – Five-time champion Venus Williams needed three sets and nearly three hours to overcome the oldest player in the field Wednesday and reach the third round at Wimbledon. With rain delaying play on the other courts at the All England Club, Williams outlasted Kimiko Date-Krumm 6-7 (6), 6-3, 8-6 in a compelling battle under the sliding roof of Centre Court that featured great shot-making from both players. Williams relied on her big serve at key moments to overcome a gritty challenge from the 40-year-old Japanese player, who was the second oldest woman to reach the second round here in the Open era after Martina Navratilova