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2007-11-09T05:00:00Z

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Woods: Crash ‘embarrassing’

Fred Goodall, Associated Press — 2009-11-30T06:34:16Z

WINDERMERE, Fla. - Tiger Woods finally gave his side of the story yesterday - on his website, not to police - and took the blame for an “embarrassing’’ one-car crash that gave him cuts, bruises, and public scrutiny like never before.

Police still lacking Woods statement on crash

Fred Goodall, Associated Press — 2009-11-29T06:50:20Z

WINDERMERE, Fla. - Tiger Woods and his wife were not available to speak to state troopers for the second straight day, asking that they return today to try to clear up questions about how he crashed his SUV into a neighbor’s tree early Friday morning.

Woods is hurt in minor crash

Michael Whitmer, Globe Staff — 2009-11-28T05:00:00Z

Tiger Woods was involved in a one-car accident near his home in Windermere, Fla., early yesterday morning, and his wife, Elin, reportedly used a golf club to smash out the back window of the SUV to free her husband.

Wie's first LPGA win a coming-of-age moment?

Michael Whitmer, Globe Staff — 2009-11-17T05:00:00Z

Ever since Michelle Wie first appeared on the national golf stage at the amazing age of 10, followers of the sport have waited to see if she could do for women’s golf what Tiger Woods has done for the men’s game. Would the on-course success by the can’t-miss kid translate into more exposure for women’s golf, better TV deals, higher ...

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2009-11-17T05:00:00Z

WHO to monitor for flu outbreaks at Vancouver

2009-11-29T22:01:41Z

The World Health Organization is sending a representative to the 2010 Winter Olympics to monitor for potential disease outbreaks, and organizers and health experts have taken steps to protect against the H1N1 virus.

Special Olympics HQ opening to honor Shriver

2009-11-28T17:09:24Z

The late Eunice Kennedy Shriver is being honored by Special Olympics Massachusetts as the group cuts the ribbon on a new Marlborough headquarters.

From waves to slopes, Mancuso up for challenges

Pat Graham, AP Sports Writer — 2009-11-27T23:42:13Z

So comfortable on steep mountains, U.S. skier Julia Mancuso can't resist the temptation of big, breaking waves, either.

2 sports close to venue change for London Olympics

Stephen Wilson, AP Sports Writer — 2009-11-27T08:01:19Z

London Olympic organizers will avoid building a $66 million temporary arena after reaching an "agreement in principle" with two sports to move to an existing venue for the 2012 Games.

US skier Schleper tries to make 4th Olympic team

Pat Graham, AP Sports Writer — 2009-11-26T19:51:34Z

Sarah Schleper closely consults her checklist to make sure she leaves nothing behind before taking off for a ski competition.

Klug and Co. hope to carve unique path to Olys

Eddie Pells, AP National Writer — 2009-11-26T17:51:29Z

The money goes where the medals are -- one of those Darwinian truths that often undercuts the oft-told Olympic fairy tale about the journey being as important as the result.

2 sports close to venue change for London Olympics

Stephen Wilson, AP Sports Writer — 2009-11-26T17:31:32Z

The IOC says two sports have agreed in principle to a venue change for the 2012 London Olympics.

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2009-11-26T17:31:32Z

Mahres hope US slalom drought ends at Vancouver

Pat Graham, AP Sports Writer — 2009-11-25T23:11:39Z

Before he was an Olympian, much less a gold medalist, Ted Ligety was making precision turns and effortless cutbacks in front of an admiring audience.

USA Luge's Benshoof plans to race this weekend

Tim Reynolds, AP Sports Writer — 2009-11-25T20:31:54Z

USA Luge veteran Tony Benshoof says his back pain is under control for now, and he expects to resume his quest for a third Olympic berth at this weekend's World Cup stop in Igls, Austria.

49ers' Vernon Davis gets a broom and goes curling

Janie McCauley, AP Sports Writer — 2009-11-24T23:31:45Z

Vernon Davis stepped onto the ice and started moonwalking, fully confident he could conquer the sport of curling -- or at the least be respectable. He is an NFL star, after all.

Comedian Stephen Colbert goes bobsledding

John Kekis, AP Sports Writer — 2009-11-24T23:31:43Z

Comedian Stephen Colbert took the "Night Train" and it nearly left him speechless. Colbert donned a reddish-orange racing suit Sunday and went on a ride with U.S. bobsled driver Steven Holcomb. He was in the black sled that Holcomb had just driven to the four-man World Cup gold medal at Mount Van Hoevenberg.

49ers' Vernon Davis gets a broom and goes curling

Janie McCauley, AP Sports Writer — 2009-11-23T23:31:34Z

Vernon Davis stepped onto the ice and started moonwalking, fully confident he could conquer the sport of curling -- or at the least be respectable. He is an NFL star, after all.

Holcomb wins bobsled gold at Lake Placid

John Kekis, AP Sports Writer — 2009-11-23T22:41:46Z

Steven Holcomb said the U.S. bobsled team was going to be a powerhouse this year. He sure seems like a prophet.

Luger Tony Benshoof's back woes are back again

Tim Reynolds, AP Sports Writer — 2009-11-23T22:41:34Z

Tony Benshoof's back problem is back, already causing concern for the Olympic season. The USA Luge veteran, who was fourth in the 2006 Turin Olympics, will receive an epidural cortisone injection Monday in Calgary, Alberta, to treat a recurrence of a herniated disk in his back -- the same problem he had surgery on 11 months ago.

Comedian Stephen Colbert goes bobsledding

John Kekis, AP Sports Writer — 2009-11-23T22:41:33Z

Slight rise in construction cost of London Games

2009-11-23T16:02:23Z

The projected final cost of construction for the 2012 London Olympics has risen slightly, but the overall budget for the games remains unchanged.

Johnson chases down Sprint Cup title

Michael Vega, Globe Staff — 2009-11-23T06:07:07Z

HOMESTEAD, Fla. - As he began the final countdown to his fourth consecutive NASCAR Sprint Cup championship, Jimmie Johnson wanted to make one last push for the victory in yesterday’s season-ending Ford 400 at Homestead-Miami Speedway.

23 into 48 equals 4

Michael Vega, Globe Staff — 2009-11-22T06:46:58Z

HOMESTEAD, Fla. - So what’s the big secret? What is the reason behind Jimmie Johnson’s unparalled run at a fourth consecutive NASCAR Sprint Cup Championship?

Busch seals crown with win

Michael Vega, Globe Staff — 2009-11-22T06:47:32Z

HOMESTEAD, Fla. - While Jimmie Johnson’s coronation as the NASCAR Sprint Cup champion will have to wait until the end of today’s Ford 400 at Homestead-Miami Speedway, Kyle Busch didn’t take as long to clinch the first major touring series championship of his career.

On cusp of history, Johnson is sitting pretty

Michael Vega, Globe Staff — 2009-11-21T05:00:00Z

With a historic fourth consecutive NASCAR Sprint Cup championship within his grasp, Jimmie Johnson drew one step closer to hoisting the hardware by winning the pole position for tomorrow’s Ford 400 at Homestead-Miami Speedway.

Johnson: Success not just fueled by format

Michael Vega, Globe Staff — 2009-11-20T05:00:00Z

When Richard Petty set the standard with 200 victories and seven championships over a career that spanned 35 years, no one complained about the way NASCAR determined the champion of its premier touring series. Nobody, that is, except for his competitors, who at the time viewed Petty’s dominance with a bit of prejudice.

Hendrick relishes impending 4-peat

Michael Vega, Globe Staff — 2009-11-18T05:00:00Z

After rebounding from his Texas troubles with a victory in Sunday’s Checkers O’Reilly Auto Parts 500 at Phoenix International Raceway, Jimmie Johnson was spotted sharing a poignant moment with his car owner, Rick Hendrick. The soft-spoken Hendrick shook hands with Johnson, drew him close, and expressed his gratitude for a job well done.

Bobby Frankel, Hall of Fame horse trainer

Beth Harris, Asssociated Press — 2009-11-17T07:14:15Z

LOS ANGELES - Hall of Fame trainer Bobby Frankel, who won the 2003 Belmont Stakes with Empire Maker, has died after a long bout with cancer. He was 68.

Fed Cup: Italy routs Williams-less US

2009-11-09T06:22:33Z

Italy clinched its second Fed Cup title in four years when Flavia Pennetta beat Melanie Oudin , 7-5, 6-2, in Reggio Calabria. Pennetta’s victory gave the experienced Italians an insurmountable 3-0 lead over a young US team - missing Venus and Serena Williams , who decided not to play - in the five-match series on an outdoor clay court. ...

Fine, not suspension, likely for Serena

2009-11-08T06:51:04Z

Top-ranked Serena Williams most likely will receive a “significant’’ fine but no suspension for her US Open tirade, the president of the International Tennis Federation said. Grand Slam administrator Bill Babcock is expected to give his recommendation to the Grand Slam committee, which probably will announce the sanction tomorrow or Tuesday . . . Top-seeded Andy Murray held off ...

Pennetta seeks to even score

Andrew Dampf, Associated Press — 2009-11-07T05:00:00Z

Flavia Pennetta can settle her score with American Alexa Glatch in the opening match of the Fed Cup final.

Hit parade

Mark Arsenault, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-21T18:33:20Z

NEWTON - The action in the ring at the Nonantum Boxing Club was fast and relentless, with punches flying in flurries and fighters ducking, deflecting, and counterpunching.

Pacquiao doesn’t miss a beat for 7th world title

Tim Dahlberg, Associated Press — 2009-11-16T06:47:10Z

LAS VEGAS - Manny Pacquiao had a hat perched jauntily on his head, a bandage wrapped around his right ear. His real work done for the night, he was heading to the Las Vegas Strip to sing with his band.

Cotto pounded by Pacquiao

Tim Dahlberg, Associated Press — 2009-11-15T07:08:18Z

LAS VEGAS - Manny Pacquiao’s speed and power were too much for Miguel Cotto’s heart.

Northern New England launches ski season

Glenn Adams, Associated Press Writer — 2009-11-30T05:09:39Z

The northern New England ski industry is viewing the upcoming season with optimism. The economy is lurching toward recovery, but officials say the biggest factor will be how much snow Mother Nature sends to Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont over the next few months.

Canada's Manuel Osborne-Paradis wins super-G

2009-11-29T22:51:32Z

Canada's Manuel Osborne-Paradis won the season-opening super-giant slalom Sunday for his second career World Cup victory.

Manninen wins Nordic combined World Cup event

2009-11-29T22:01:40Z

Finland's Hannu Manninen overtook Germany's Tino Edelmann in a thrilling finish Sunday to win the season's second World Cup Nordic combined event by 1.2 seconds.

Northug wins men's 15K; American Freeman 4th

2009-11-29T22:01:38Z

Norway's Petter Northug won the men's 15-kilometer classic style World Cup race on Sunday, while American Kris Freeman finished a career-best fourth.

US skier Lanning has injured vertebrae, left knee

2009-11-29T20:01:39Z

The U.S. Ski Team says TJ Lanning has a fractured vertebrae in his neck and a dislocated left knee from a crash during the season-opening World Cup downhill.

Vonn, other American women flop in Aspen slalom

Howard Fendrich, AP Sports Writer — 2009-11-29T19:11:49Z

An hour after a second consecutive World Cup washout, Lindsey Vonn was smiling and chatty, betraying no worries about her form or preparation, revealing no concerns about what she chalked up as one bad weekend.

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2009-11-29T19:11:49Z

Plans to revive youth ski club sliding into place in Carlisle

Nancy Shohet West, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-29T01:31:24Z

As a boy growing up in Carlisle in the 1970s, Stuart Johnstone competed in cross-country skiing as part of the Bill Koch Youth Ski League.

Get a natural high on New Mexico’s peaks

Anne Z. Cooke and Steve Haggerty, Globe Correspondents — 2009-11-27T05:00:00Z

SANTA FE - If you’re looking for a different brand of skiing this winter, buckle up for a trip to New Mexico. It’s back to the future here in the snowy reaches of the southern Rocky Mountains, where 37 peaks tower more than 12,000 feet above the vast Colorado Plateau.

Hattestad, Kowalczyk win World Cup sprints

2009-11-29T01:51:30Z

Ola Vigen Hattestad of Norway has won a mens' World Cup cross-country sprint race ahead of compatriot Oeystein Pettersen.

Lamy Chappuis takes Nordic Combined WCup event

2009-11-29T01:51:29Z

Jason Lamy Chappuis of France has won the opening Nordic Combined World Cup event, edging four-time overall champion Hannu Manninen in the Finn's comeback.

Norway's Romoren wins opening ski jumping event

2009-11-29T01:41:27Z

Bjorn Einar Romoren of Norway has edged German teenager Pascal Bodmer at the Nordic Opening to start the ski jumping season.

Swiss skier Didier Cuche wins World Cup downhill

2009-11-28T21:31:25Z

Didier Cuche of Switzerland won the season-opening World Cup downhill Saturday. Cuche, third in last season's overall standings, earned his 11th World Cup victory.

A's sign 3B Dallas McPherson to minor league deal

2009-11-24T02:53:08Z

The Oakland Athletics have signed free-agent third baseman Dallas McPherson to a minor league contract and invited him to spring training.

Ohno wins 1,000 at short track World Cup

2009-11-16T01:22:16Z

Apolo Anton Ohno is certainly going to the Winter Olympics. He's eager for the rest of the skating team to start preparing.