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F1: Sutil surprised at Indian GP's axe in 2014
The German said that he did not see India missing its F1 date after the success of the last two editions.
Davis Cup: India to host Taipei in first round
India are in the bottom half of the draw and if they win against Taipei in the first round, they will travel to Korea for the second-round tie.
Brazil limits officials to two terms in sports organizations
The bill passed late Tuesday also prohibits relatives from presidents to succeed them, and adds requirements that would force sports bodies to be more transparent in order to receive public funds.
Barca income to exceed 500 million euros for first time
Real and Barca are soccer's richest clubs by income, according to the latest ranking by accounting firm Deloitte published in January.
Platini to decide on FIFA top job during or after World Cup
FIFA president Sepp Blatter's mandate runs until 2015 and Platini has long been considered a natural replacement for the 77-year-old Swiss.
Mohammedan Sporting in line for second Durand Cup title
Mohammedan Sporting, who are playing in the I-League beginning on Saturday, dominated the first semi-final match as they led 2-0 at half time in front of a sizeable crowd at the Ambedkar Stadium.
Indian Open golf returns to Delhi Golf Club for 50th anniversary
Since its inauguration in 1964, the Hero Indian Open has discovered many of the country's finest talents, including the likes of Arjun Atwal, Jeev Milkha Singh, Jyoti Randhawa, Shiv Kapur, Anirban Lahiri and Gaganjeet Bhullar.
AIFF Committee asks Bagan, Churchill to clear player dues by year end
The Committee also asked AIFF to showcause Mohammedan Sporting Club for failing to provide any evidence supporting their claims of breach of contract by former India player Mehrajuddin Wadoo.
Beckham to release picture book in October
Beckham earned 115 caps for England, a record for an outfield player, and won the Champions League, six Premier League titles and two FA Cups with Manchester United.
David Beckham wants royal baby named after him
David believes the royal couple, who are expected to welcome their first child soon, admits he'd be over the moon if they named the newborn after him, reported Contactmusic.
Euro 2020 bidding interest arrives from across the region
Twelve cities will be awarded a package of three group games plus one knockout-stage game from the round-of-16 or quarter-finals.
FIFA World Cup trophy to visit Kolkata in December
The arrival of the trophy also coincides with the celebration of 20 years of Coca-Cola's presence in India.
Rory McIlroy to tee it up at Korean Open in October
The 24-year-old Briton was joint third in his first appearance in 2009 and returned in 2011 to finish runner-up behind American Rickie Fowler with a final-round 64.
English FA bans chants of 'Yid' at matches
Determining that using "Yid" is inappropriate at matches, the FA is encouraging fans to avoid using it in "any situation" or risk criminal prosecution.
Messi's tax hearing postponed to 27 September
The World Player of the Year and his father Jorge Messi, who both denied wrongdoing, allegedly hid more than four million euros by filing incomplete returns for the years 2006 to 2009.
Rahul Dravid, Shoaib Akhtar, Brian Lara could play in Masters event
The tournament rules are such that participants should be aged above 35 before the start of the event and they must have represented their respective countries in either Tests or One-Day Internationals.
Samuel Eto'o quits Cameroon after row with coach
His announcement follows a week of tension in the team camp after Eto'o demanded the selection of goalkeeper Carlos Kameni and striker Achille Webo against Libya, with German Finke refusing to agree.
Reading Football Club tie up with Arunachal FA to scout talent
RFC consultant Tomo Nomuk was in the state on a mission to expand the Reading FC's banner globally. He reached the country on August 25.
New Man City signing Demichelis out for six weeks
The 32-year-old Demichelis has yet to play for City since joining from Atletico Madrid on Sunday.
First ODI between England and Australia abandoned
Further matches are scheduled for Birmingham, Cardiff and Southampton.
Lindsay Davenport headlines list of Hall of Fame nominations
Davenport was announced as a nominee along with two-times grand slam winner Mary Pierce of France and 1994 Wimbledon champion Conchita Martinez of Spain, the Hall of Fame said in a statement on Thursday.
BCCI's one time benefit likely for Jaffer, Bangar and others
The one-time payment cost the Board Rs 100 crore and benefited 160 cricketers.
Morgan and Bopara take England to victory over Ireland
Man-of-the-match Morgan lifted the final ball of the match for six to give England an ultimately easy win with seven overs to spare.
PCB to review documents related to Kaneria's spot-fixing case
Kaneria, who played 61 Tests for his country, has now filed an appeal against his ban in a commercial court of London and is awaiting dates for the hearing.
Whatmore failed to deliver for Pakistan, says Inzamam
Honestly speaking when Dav came they were lot of expectations from him and I don't think he has delivered to those expectations," Inzamam said in an interview.
Mike Tyson opens up about alcoholism and suicidal thoughts
Former heavyweight boxing champ Mike Tyson reveals he still suffers from alcoholism and admitted to having suicidal thoughts.
Ireland fan buys TV rights to watch World Cup qualifier in Australia
Feeney has also secured England's qualifier away to Ukraine, and having used his home as security to borrow the money to buy the rights - costing "in the tens of thousands of dollars," - the Irishman says the hardest person to convince was his wife.
Zimbabwe calls off home series against Sri Lanka
The countries were due to play two tests, three one-day internationals and two Twenty20 matches.
Napoli president fumes over Higuain medical treatment
Higuain needed the treatment after slipping during an excursion to Capri, an island off Italy's southern coast, and injuring his jaw.