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2 trophies for US crews at Henley Regatta

American crews won just two of the 19 trophies at stake Sunday on finals day of the Henley Royal Regatta on the River Thames.

Indians' GM Shapiro says Wedge's job is safe

Eric Wedge's job is safe for the rest of the season.

Daytona deals Busch another tough finish

Kyle Busch climbed out his car window, pulled off his gloves and helmet in disgust and started walking back toward the finish line.

Bracht, Wallenhorst win at Frankfurt Ironman

Timo Bracht of Germany has won the men's race at the Frankfurt Ironman and compatriot Sandra Wallenhorst took the women's division on a day in which temperatures climbed to 86 degrees.

US swimmer Lezak skips Worlds for Maccabiah Games

Triple Olympic gold medalist Jason Lezak will skip the upcoming World Swimming Championships and instead compete in Israel's Maccabiah Games in tribute to his Jewish heritage.

Yankees' Wang goes on DL with shoulder injury

Yankees starter Chien-Ming Wang went back on the disabled list Sunday with a right shoulder strain, and manager Joe Girardi said he's not sure how long the right-hander will be out of the rotation.

Marlins place RHP Leroux on DL; sign RHP Donnelly

The Florida Marlins have placed right-hander Chris Leroux on the 15-day disabled list with right shoulder inflammation and signed reliever Brendan Donnelly.

Kaymer tops Westwood in playoff to win French Open

Martin Kaymer of Germany won the French Open on Sunday, beating Lee Westwood of England in the first hole of a playoff.

Vanhoenacker, Bayliss win Ironman Austria

Marino Vanhoenacker of Belgium set a course record in winning his fourth straight Ironman Austria triathlon on Sunday, while Bella Bayliss of Britain won the women's event.

Cavendish wins Tour's 2nd stage; Armstrong in pack

Britain's Mark Cavendish won the second stage of the Tour de France on Sunday, with seven-time champion Lance Armstrong finishing safely in the trailing pack.

Sampras arrives to watch Wimbledon final

Pete Sampras has arrived at the All England Club to watch Roger Federer and Andy Roddick play in the men's final at Wimbledon.

Umpire dies after being hit on head by ball

A cricket umpire has died after being struck on the head by a ball.

Laver: True Grand Slam is possible

The last man to win a true Grand Slam in tennis thinks it could happen again.

Eskandarian's goal gives Galaxy win vs. Revolution

Recently acquired Alecko Eskandarian scored in the eighth minute to give the Los Angeles Galaxy a 1-0 victory over the New England Revolution on Saturday night.

Diamondbacks rally for 11-7 win over Rockies

Pinch-hitter Chris Young hit a tiebreaking, three-run double in the eighth inning, helping the Arizona Diamondbacks rally for an 11-7 win over the Colorado Rockies on Saturday night.

Cunningham's 2 goals lift FC Dallas past Red Bulls

Jeff Cunningham scored twice in a 2-minute span of the first half to lead FC Dallas to a 2-1 victory Saturday night that extended the New York Red Bulls' road winless skid to 23 games.

Kamara's goal gives Dynamo 1-0 win over Wizards

Kei Kamara scored on Mike Chabala's first career assist, giving the Houston Dynamo a 1-0 victory over the Kansas City Wizards on Saturday night.

Fire end 3-game skid, top Rapids 2-1

Marco Pappa and Wilman Conde scored and the Chicago Fire ended a three-game losing streak - and a 10-game skid in Colorado - with a 2-1 victory over the Rapids on Saturday night.

Stewart wins at Daytona after last-lap wreck

Kyle Busch braced himself for a four-lap "trophy dash" around Daytona International Speedway, intent on snatching a win away from Tony Stewart.

US routs Grenada 4-0 in Gold Cup

A young U.S. lineup easily beat up on Grenada in the Americans' opener at the CONCACAF Gold Cup.

Mike Smith to pilot Mine That Bird

Mike Smith is back on Mine That Bird.

CYCLING

Lance's heir apparent in no hurry

Tyler Phinney is the 19-year-old son of U.S. cycling royalty. He has already been in the Olympics, won a world individual pursuit title and then became the first American to win the Paris-Roubaix race for riders under 23. And ultimately, the Tour will be his obsession. But for now, he is in no hurry.

QUICK-HITTING COMEDY

Consuming mass quantites of food inspires

I know mature adults who pretend they didn't watch Nathan's Famous Fourth of July Hot Dog Eating Contest on Saturday, says columnist Tom Sorensen of The Charlotte (N.C.) Observer.

ALL-STAR GAME

Four Mariners are deserving

A case can be made that Ichiro, Branyan, Aardsma and King Felix should be in the All-Star Game. With that in mind, here is who is getting in -- and who should be getting into the July 14 mid-summer classic.

SECTION

Mount Marathon

Blistering heat with almost no wind made this year's Mount Marathon race in Seward a harrowing experience for some.

PHOTOS

Hatcher Pass Climb

Course records were set in this year's Arctic Bicycle Club's 24-hour race.

PHOTOS

Mayor's Marathon

Michael Wisniewski set a new record at this year's Mayor's Marathon under a cool spring day.

VIDEO

Run for Women

A record number of runners and walkers participated in the 2009 Run For Women on Saturday June 13, 2009.

2008/09 SEASON

Aces run for the Cup

It was a thrilling run through the Kelly Cup Playoffs, but in the end the Alaska Aces fell just short of winning it all.

PHOTOS

Boys soccer

West faced Eagle River in the first round of the Cook Inlet Conference Championship tournament.

PHOTOS

Track and Field

Area schools compete in the regional championships.

Several Chase contenders crash at Daytona

Serena Williams beats sister Venus at Wimbledon

IRL says it's doing well

MLB pays tribute to Gehrig on speech anniversary

Woods and Kim tied for lead at Congressional

Day 2 of the World Series of Poker main event

NASCAR's King relives final reign at Daytona

Mayfield stays away from Daytona

Posada's 12th-inning single gives Yanks win

Ex-NFL QB Steve McNair, woman found slain in Tenn.

Briscoe wins Watkins Glen pole

Ramirez hits first post-suspension HR

Busch needs treatment following Grand-Am race

Indian pitchers make pro baseball debuts

Williams sisters win Wimbledon doubles title

Moreno retains WBA bantamweight title

McGehee pounds 4 hits, Brewers rip Cubs 11-2

Serena remains No. 2 despite another major title

Nationals' Dunn hits 300th career home run

Phinney in no rush to reach cycling's grand stage

Nestor and Zimonjic win men's doubles title

Sea The Stars completes hat trick with Eclipse win

Yankees catcher Posada back in lineup

Swiss unveil giant catamaran for Cup defense

Federer takes on Roddick, history at Wimbledon

Princeton will face Brown in Temple Cup final

Bulgaria hopes to secure F1 race in 2011

F1's Ecclestone criticized after Hitler comments

Reports: Turkoglu headed to Toronto Raptors

High Desert's McOwen hits in 40th straight game

Padres expected to extend Black's contract

Report: Clemens didn't test positive in 2003

Strawberry Tart wins Hollywood Park feature

Morneau leads Twins in 4-3 comeback win vs. Tigers

Padres beat Dodgers 7-4 to spoil Ramirez's homer

Guerrero homers, Angels beat Orioles

Lincecum dazzles again

El Salvador surprises Costa Rica 2-1

Hamilton's return put on hold

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