Nadal and Federer Return to Cincinnati Masters Prep
Nadal pushes through an hour and 45 minute workout in 80 degree heat as he recovers from knee tendinitis aiming to be ready for the Cincinnati Masters. Federer, adjusting to fatherhood, returns to court with twins at his side and eyes a strong end to the season.
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Rogers Cup opens with notable upsets and Canadian exits
Francesca Schiavone toppled Amelie Mauresmo 6-2 3-6, while Maria Sharapova impressed 6-3 6-4 over Nadia Petrova. Marion Bartoli fell to Alona Bondarenko 6-4 6-3 as Canadian hopes waned with only Aleksandra Wozniak advancing to face Alisa Kleybanova.
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Jamaicans Pace Track Trials In Olympic Prep
Fraser sets Jamaican record ranking third all time behind Griffith Joyner and Jones as Merritt and Wariner easily reach semifinals in the 400. Ariane Friedrich clears 1.95m to reach the high jump final with Vlasic, Slesarenko contending. Gerd Kanter lands 66.73m in discus to qualify easily, with finals looming for several events including triple jump, steeplechase, hurdles, and javelin.
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Nationals eye top pick Strasburg to lift fan interest
At 6-foot-4 and 220 pounds, Stephen Strasburg is projected as a power starter for the Nationals. He went 13-1 with a 1.35 ERA and 195 strikeouts in 109 innings for San Diego State, winning the Golden Spikes. The team hopes his arrival alongside Ryan Zimmerman boosts a franchise seeking fans after moving from Montreal.
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Giants Edge Panthers on Last-Second Fumble Return
Tommie Hill scored on an 18 yard fumble return as time expired to lift the Giants 24 17 over the Panthers in East Rutherford. Fourth string QB Hunter Cantwell fueled a late 88 yard drive ending with a 31 yard pass to Jason Chery and a two point conversion before the fateful tipped pass. Dolphins beat Jaguars 12 9 in Miami in a preseason game highlighted by Ernest Wilfords 33 yard TD catch against his former team and Chad Hennes steady play.
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Chiefs ink vet Lelie
Kansas City signs Ashley Lelie a seven year pro joining Amani Toomer in a bolstered receiving corps. Lelie a former Broncos first round pick from Hawaii in 2002 brings 217 catches for 3 749 yards and 15 touchdowns. He says he feels healthy and eager to contribute quickly.
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