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F1: Marussia's De Villota stable after further surgery

De Villota underwent lengthy surgery on Tuesday and Marussia said she went back into theatre for the next phase of an operation to address her facial injuries.

Sri Lanka settle for a draw against Pak in second Test

Pakistan declared its second innings an over after tea on 100-2, offering Sri Lanka just 37 overs to win. The home side took its time and reached 86-2 when the captains decided to call off the match with 15 overs remaining.

England's Ramprakash retires from all forms of cricket

The 42-year-old, who last played for his country in 2002, featured in 52 tests. He scored 2,350 runs at an average of 27.32, with two hundreds representing a poor return for a batsman of his class and talent.

F1 drivers back investigation into Marussia crash

The daughter of former F1 driver Emilio De Villota lost her right eye after her car suddenly accelerated into the lowered tailgate of a parked team truck at Duxford airfield.

'Slight' injury causes Usain Bolt to withdraw from Monaco meet

Usain Bolt withdrew from his final race before the Olympics on Thursday with what his coach called a "slight" injury problem following the Jamaican trials.

Garmin cycling team boss denies doping ban report

A director of Garmin-Sharp has denied that any of the cycling team's riders have been banned for six months by the US Anti-Doping Agency as part of its doping probe into seven-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong.

Legendary club Rangers ousted from Scottish Premier League

Rangers chief executive Charles Green said the club, champions a record 54 times, would now apply for a place in the Scottish Football League (SFL) which oversees the lower tiers of the game.

Lucio set to sign for Juve, Inter sign Handanovic

Inter have confirmed the signing of goalkeeper Handanovic from Udinese and let their defender Lucio sign for Juventus.

Corinthians win first Libertadores Cup

The Brazilian club's 2-0 win in the second leg of the final followed a 1-1 draw at La Bombonera in Buenos Aires last week.

Indian eves beat Eng by 14 runs to lead series 2-0

Chasing a meagre target of 130, Goswami grabbed four for 17 in only 8.2 overs to bowl England out for only 115 as Women in Blue have a chance of clinching the series in the next match.

Tennis Hall of Fame begins probe into sex abuse claims by doubles legend

The allegations include charges that Hewitt sexually abused and harassed young women he taught years ago in the United States and South Africa.

India lose to Oman, bow out of AFC U-22 C'ship

The defeat late last night meant the Indian colts not only failed to qualify for the final round of the AFC U-22 championship, but also lost out on a place in next year's Asian Cup.

Three top Russian athletes banned for doping

As all three are ineligible to compete at this week's Russian championships, they will not race at the London Olympics that start on July 27.

Juve coach summoned to federation over match-fixing allegation

Conte has denied wrongdoing and Juventus, who won the Serie A title last term without losing a game in his first season in charge, have fully backed their former midfielder.

Champions League underway just 48 hours after Euro 2012

The Champions League will take nearly 10 months to complete, with four qualifying rounds, a group stage and three more rounds of knockout games, before ending on May 25.

Sri Lanka questions Ajmal's action

Sri Lanka had previously also raised doubts over the spinner's action in the series played last November in the UAE.

Phelps leads power-packed US swim team for Olympics

Phelps qualified for five individual events which, with the addition of the three relays, would have seen him compete in the same events he won on Beijing four years ago.

Deschamps may become France coach after quitting Marseille

Deschamps, a former World Cup-winning captain, is considered the favourite to take over from Blanc, who turned down a new contract offer foe the French national side.

Squash star Pallikal backs Sania over male chauvinism claims

Pallikal's observation comes barely a few days after shuttler Jwala Gutta too supported Sania who accused that the All India Tennis Association's handling of the Olympics selection reeked of male chauvinism.

Graeme Pollock slams BCCI and ICC over DRS rejection

Pollock felt the BCCI's continuous rejection of the DRS was mainly due to its unsuitability to Indian batsmen.

India in must win situation against Oman at AFC U-22

Both India and Oman stay on seven points from four matches at the moment, though Arthur Papas's side is ahead on goal difference (+5 in comparison to Oman's +1).

Rain frustrates Pakistan hopes in second Test against SL

The visitors declared their first innings on an imposing 551-6 and claimed an early wicket as Sri Lanka went to lunch on 70-1. No play was possible after lunch due to rain.

Penalty corners could be key to hockey team's success at Olympics

Former players have said that penalty corner conversion will be vital to the Indian hockey team's success in next month's London Olympics.

Bolt, Blake, Powell barely break sweat at Olympic trials

There was nothing electrifying about any of their performances with no one dipping under 10 seconds on a hot, muggy night at the National Stadium.

Sources: Butt ready to expose bookmakers

Pakistan's disgraced batsman and former captain Salman Butt is likely to make some startling disclosures related the spot fixing case, which saw him jailed and banned from all cricket.

Govt to decide on CWG Organising Committee fate

Following the decision, it is now likely that the Organising Committee, which is facing allegations of financial and managerial irregularities, will wind up its work soon.

I want to be known as the one who wins medals: Vijender

The 26-year-old created history when he clinched the bronze at Beijing Games in 2008, and said he is working on his endurance and speed to better his feat this time around.

Spain's shootout win generates record TV audience

The rights to broadcast Euro 2012 in Spain are held by Telecinco, part of former Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi's Mediaset group.

T20 World Cup ticket sales exceed 100,000

The majority of these tickets have been sold in the Sri Lankan market, ICC said.

Muse's 'Survival' to be main song at London Olympics

The tune will be played throughout the July 27-August 12 Games, including when athletes enter the stadium, in the lead-up to medal ceremonies and also as the theme for international television coverage.