Canada Brazil set for edge in under-19 semifinal clash
Canada faces Brazil in the inaugural FIFA women’s under-19 world championship semifinal as Brazil’s talent driven squad seeks upset. Coach Ian Bridge notes Marta key for Brazil. Sinclair calls for peak Canadian form to counter Marta and the Brazilian attack.
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Haas advances in five set U.S. Open marathon
Germany’s Tommy Haas, the third seed, survived a five-set test against Spain’s David Sanchez 7-6 3-6 3-6 6-4 7-5 in three hours 23 minutes despite arm tendinitis and a shirt controversy. Sampras and Williams won easily as Dokic and Nalbandian fell.
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Canucks Begin Tough World Basketball Tourney
Canada faces a difficult path to the quarter finals in Indianapolis as coach Jay Triano stresses preparation over expectations. The team opens Thursday against Spain, then Angola, then defending champion Yugoslavia with Rogers Sportsnet live coverage.
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Fryman to retire after season with Indians
Cleveland third baseman Travis Fryman announced he will retire at season's end after a year marked by shoulder surgery and struggles. He said the timing accommodates a possible strike and honors his eight seasons with Detroit, the club where he began his career.
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Cross-check Suspension for Baie-Comeau Player
Baie-Comeau Drakkar left winger Alexandre Lamarche received a 10 game ban after a cross check to an opponent’s head in a preseason win over Rimouski Oceanic. He was assessed a game misconduct in the 8-5 victory and will begin his suspension at the team’s first regular season game on September 13.
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