Woods commands Pebble Beach spotlight
The winning numbers for (Reuters) - While celebrities such as actor Bill Murray and musician Kenny G will command a lot of attention at this week's Pebble Beach National Pro-Am, the golfing spotlight will focus mainly on former world number one Tiger Woods.
Tiger will overhaul Jack's total, says Harrington
The winning numbers for (Reuters) - Padraig Harrington believes that Tiger Woods will surpass the record 18 major victories achieved by Jack Nicklaus without ever regaining his dominance of the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Houston to host 2013 All-Star game
The winning numbers for (Reuters) - Houston has been selected to host the 2013 NBA All-Star game for the second time in seven years, the league said on Wednesday.
Pebble Beach celebs, a distraction or tonic for players?
The winning numbers for (Reuters) - While golf fans will relish the chance to rub shoulders with celebrities such as Huey Lewis and Bill Murray at this week's Pebble Beach National Pro-Am, the event's pro-am format can be a mixed blessing for the players.
Exultant Giants fans celebrate Super Bowl with parade
The winning numbers for NEW YORK (Reuters) - Exultant fans of the Super Bowl champion New York Giants packed into downtown Manhattan for a victory parade on Tuesday, blowing on horns, dancing salsa and hoisting signs with the triumphant line "Believe in Blue."
Marlins' Bonifacio wins arbitration hearing
The winning numbers for (Reuters) - The Miami Marlins lost their second arbitration case in three days as outfielder Emilio Bonifacio was awarded a $2.2 million salary for 2012, according to a report on Major League Baseball's website on Wednesday.
More evidence big football players face heart risks
The winning numbers for NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Pro football players may generally enjoy a longer-than-average lifespan -- but the biggest players may be more likely than others to die of heart disease, a U.S. study suggests.
Phelps finds inspiration abounds in New York
The winning numbers for NEW YORK (Reuters) - For Michael Phelps, inspiration comes in all different shapes and sizes.
Capello quits as England manager
The winning numbers for LONDON (Reuters) - Italian Fabio Capello's turbulent reign as England manager ended Wednesday when he resigned after meeting FA chairman David Bernstein and general secretary Alex Horne at Wembley stadium.
Sharapova breezes into Paris Open quarter-finals
The winning numbers for PARIS (Reuters) - Top seed Maria Sharapova eased into the third round of the Paris Open with a 6-3 6-1 dismissal of South African Chenelle Scheepers Wednesday.