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NBC sees Olympics as research mecca

NBC is using the Olympics as a "billion-dollar research lab" to get a sense of how people are using different media platforms to experience the Beijing Games that begin Aug. 8.

Gardner's RBI in 10th lifts Yankees past Red Sox

Rookie Brett Gardner singled home the winning run off Jonathan Papelbon with two outs in the 10th inning, and the New York Yankees overcame a two-run deficit to beat the Boston Red Sox 5-4 Sunday night for a four-game split.

Wimbledon at a glance

A look at Wimbledon on Sunday:

Rehearsal over for Phelps: Now it's on to Beijing

The rehearsal is over. Now Michael Phelps, Katie Hoff, Natalie Coughlin and Ryan Lochte are taking their show on the road to the Beijing Olympics.

Nadal dethrones Federer in five-set Wimbledon epic

With darkness enveloping Centre Court and the clock showing 9:15 p.m., Rafael Nadal watched as Roger Federer's errant forehand settled into the net, ending what might have been the greatest men's final on the greatest stage in tennis.

Wimbledon at a glance

Wild sign Owen Nolan to 2-year, $5.5 million deal

Owen Nolan, the 36-year-old power forward who spent last season with the Calgary Flames, signed a two-year, $5.5 million deal with the Minnesota Wild on Sunday.

Lagat, Manzano, Lomong make 1,500 Olympic team

Bernard Lagat, who will compete as an American Olympian for the first time in Beijing, has won the 1,500 meters at the U.S. track and field trials.

Oliver, Trammell and Payne earn 110 hurdles spots

David Oliver has won the 110-meter hurdles at the U.S. track and field trials, earning one of three Olympic spots.

Vanderkaay pulls an upset in 1,500 freestyle

Peter Vanderkaay has pulled off an upset in the final race of the U.S. Olympic swimming trials, beating Larsen Jensen and Erik Vendt in the 1,500-meter freestyle.

Wilson, Bell and Curry make Olympics' triple jump

Aarik Wilson, Kenta Bell and Rafeeq Curry have earned spots on the U.S. Olympic team in the triple jump.

Torres sets another American record to win 50 free

Dara Torres has set another American record at the U.S. Olympic swimming free trials, winning the 50-meter freestyle.

World Series of Poker crown worth roughly $9M

The top prize at the main event of the World Series of Poker will be more than $9 million this year, and about 660 players will get some piece of a $64 million prize pool, tournament officials said Sunday.

Stuczynski sets American record in pole vault

Jenn Stuczynski has set the American record in the pole vault, clearing 16 feet, 1 3/4 inches to earn a spot on the U.S. Olympic track and field team.

A-Rod ties Mantle with 536th career home run

Alex Rodriguez tied Mickey Mantle for 13th place on the home run list, hitting No. 536 Sunday night in the New York Yankees' game against the Boston Red Sox.

Hazle and Leigh Smith make the US team in javelin

Mike Hazle and Leigh Smith have made the Olympic team in javelin after finishing second and fifth at the U.S. Olympic track and field trials.

Jones, Cherry, Harper make Olympics in 100 hurdles

Lolo Jones, Damu Cherry and Dawn Harper have earned Beijing Olympics spots with the top three 100-meter hurdles finishes at the U.S. track and field trials.

Torres wins 50-meter freestyle; Vanderkaay captures 1,500 free

Dara Torres culminated her amazing push at the U.S. Olympic swimming trials by winning the 50-meter freestyle Sunday night.

Teixeira's RBI single in 17th lifts Braves to win

Mark Teixeira singled off the wall in left-center with the bases loaded in the 17th inning, giving the Atlanta Braves a 7-6 victory over the Houston Astros on Sunday in the longest game in Turner Field history.

Felix, Lee and Hooker headed to Beijing in 200

Allyson Felix has claimed a spot on the Beijing Olympics team, winning the 200 meters at the U.S. Olympic track and field trials.

Reports: A-Rod's wife to file for divorce

Alex Rodriguez's wife will file for divorce Monday, according to media reports. Cynthia Rodriguez, who married the New York Yankees star in 2002, said the marriage is over because of the All-Star third baseman's extramarital affairs, according to reports that appeared Sunday on the Web sites of Houston television station KTRK and The Miami Herald.

Rowbury, Donohue and Wurth make team in 1,500

Shannon Rowbury, Erin Donohue and Christin Wurth have made the Olympic team in the women's 1,500 meters.

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Mount Marathon

Get prepared to watch or run the race with our collection of stories and multimedia.

PHOTOS

Conklin gallery

Images of Anchorage's Ty Conklin, who just signed with the Red Wings.

PHOTOS

Chalmers gallery

Images of Alaskan Mario Chalmers, who is taking his game to the NBA.

VIDEO

Carlin on sports

Comedian George Carlin explains the differences between baseball and football.

VIDEO HIT

Carlos Boozer

Alaskan Carlos Boozer goes for 27 and 20 in this playoff game versus the Lakers, showing off the skills that got him on the Olympic team.

PHOTOS

Mayor's Marathon

Check out photos from the Mayor's Marathon and send in your own.

PHOTOS

Alaska Baseball League

Images of Alaska Baseball League action.

VIDEO

Measuring Mario's game

Both ESPN and Fox Sports are assessing former Bartlett guard Mario Chalmers' prospects in the NBA draft.

PHOTOS

Alaska Run for Women

Check out photos from the 2008 and share your's.

READER-SUBMITTED

Softball action

Show off your team's action in our reader-submitted photo gallery.

Brewers close in on deal for Indians ace Sabathia

Dix, Crawford and Spearmon off to Beijing in 200

Seon Hwa Lee wins NW Arkansas Championship

Big Unit whiffs 10 to earn 289th career victory

Waltz, Robertson and Malone to Beijing in discus

Romero wins Dick's Sporting Goods Open

Ross has 5 RBIs to help Marlins avoid 4-game sweep

Astros ace Roy Oswalt's status still uncertain

Twins rally off Lee, hand Indians 7th loss in row

Dixon's mistake helps Hunter-Reay to victory

Yankees put Damon on DL for 1st time in career

Marshall, Ramirez carry Cubs to 7-1 rout of Cards

Gay has mild leg strain, says he'll be 100 percent

Phillies hand Brad Lidge $37.5M, 3-year extension

Hamilton wins British GP, 1st win in home race

Eduardo Romero wins Dick's Sporting Goods Open

Bosox, Cubs each put 7 players on All-Star rosters

Anthony Kim wins AT&T National for 2nd victory

Valverde keeps Tour lead; Hushovd wins stage

Carlos: More concerned with humanity than medals

Allyson Felix an easy Olympic entrant in 200

Tigers score off catcher in 15th to outlast M's

Griffin upsets Jackson in UFC 86

Loney, Ethier help Dodgers win 8th in 10 on road

Garland helps Angels top Jays for 100th career win

Seon Hwa Lee wins NW Arkansas Championship

Finalists Federer, Nadal know each other well

Busch nips Edwards to win under caution at Daytona

Dunn, Volquez lead Reds to 4-game sweep of Nats

Longoria homers to lead Rays to 7th straight win

Murphy, Kinsler help Rangers edge Orioles 11-10

Danks strikes out 9 as ChiSox hand Harden 1st loss

Hardy homers twice to help Brewers sweep Pirates

Look out, Spitz, Phelps is coming after you again

Stewart's bad luck streak continues at Daytona

Nadal dethrones Federer at Wimbledon

Tatis' homer in 12th lifts Mets over Phillies

Injury-riddled Rockies beat Marlins for 5th in row

Peavy, Hairston lead Padres past fading D-backs