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Stars Forward Neal Suspended For Two Games 55 minutes ago

TORONTO (Reuters) - Dallas Stars forward James Neal has been suspended for two games for a dangerous hit against Derek Dorsett of the Columbus Blue Jackets, the NHL said Friday.

Williams Scores Three Times In Fins Win 3:52 PM ET

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina (Reuters) - Ricky Williams scored three touchdowns to lead the Miami Dolphins to a 24-17 win over the Carolina Panthers on Thursday.

France Rule Out Replay Of Controversial World Cup Playoff 3:39 PM ET

PARIS (Reuters) - The French Football Federation (FFF) has ruled out a replay of their controversial World Cup playoff against Ireland, saying on Friday world governing body FIFA's decision that the result should stand was final.

Asian Champions Iraq Suspended By FIFA 2:26 PM ET

BERNE (Reuters) - Asian champions Iraq have been suspended from international soccer because of political interference in the country's Football Association, world governing body FIFA said on Friday.

Federer Eyes Year - End Top Spot In London Finale 2:22 PM ET

LONDON (Reuters) - Roger Federer held court in a swish hotel on the banks of the River Thames on Friday and left nobody in any doubt he was determined to become only the second male player to reclaim the year-end number one spot.

IAAF to Stage Hammer Throw Challenge Next Year 2:08 PM ET

MONTE CARLO (Reuters) - A hammer throw challenge event will be introduced next year to provide worldwide competition for athletes whose specialty is not part of the new Diamond League.

Henry Says World Cup Playoff Would Be Fair 1:45 PM ET

LONDON (Reuters) - France captain Thierry Henry has agreed a replay against Ireland would be the fairest solution to the controversy surrounding the teams' World Cup playoff.

Federer Says Football Needs to Introduce Video Technology 1:42 PM ET

LONDON (Reuters) - World number one tennis player Roger Federer believes his friend Thierry Henry should not be villified for the handball which helped France edge past Ireland into the World Cup finals Wednesday.

Iraq Suspended From International Football 1:20 PM ET

BERNE (Reuters) - Asian champions Iraq have been suspended from international football because of political interference in the country's FA, FIFA said Friday.

IAAF Says No Resolution Yet to Semenya Case 9:23 AM ET

MONTE CARLO (Reuters) - The International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) is still seeking a resolution to South African runner Caster Semenya's gender case, spokesman Nick Davies said on Friday.

Westwood Two Ahead After McIlroy Putting Mistakes 9:19 AM ET

DUBAI (Reuters) - Lee Westwood took advantage of a couple of putting errors by money-list rival Rory McIlroy to grab a two-shot lead after the second round of the season-ending Dubai World Championship Friday.

Record - Wary Mayweather May Duck Pacquiao: Arum 6:34 AM ET

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Manny Pacquiao's desire to take on Floyd Mayweather may not be enough to persuade the American to climb into the ring for a dream fight against the Filipino, promoter Bob Arum said on Thursday.

FIFA Should Allow Replays For Cheating: French Minister 3:51 AM ET

PARIS (Reuters) - World soccer's governing body FIFA should order replays of matches where "cheating" affects the outcome, a senior French government minister said on Friday.

Stojakovic Leads Hornets to Second Straight Win Under Bower 2:10 AM ET

NEW ORLEANS (Reuters) - Peja Stojakovic had 25 points and 13 rebounds to lead the New Orleans Hornets to a 110-103 upset win over the Phoenix Suns on Thursday.

Stars' Turco Suffers Rare Loss to Blue Jackets 2:08 AM ET

DALLAS (Reuters) - Dallas netminder Marty Turco suffered a rare loss to Columbus on Thursday as the Blue Jackets beat the Stars 4-1.

Pacquiao Returns A Hero In Manila, Gears For New Fight 1:24 AM ET

MANILA (Reuters) - Seven-time world boxing champion Manny Pacquiao returned to a hero's welcome in the Philippines on Friday, with his next fight likely to be in the political ring as he prepares to run for Congress in next May's elections.

Williams Scores Three Touchdowns In Dolphins Victory 11:49 PM ET

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina (Reuters) - Ricky Williams scored three touchdowns to lead the Miami Dolphins to a 24-17 win over the Carolina Panthers on Thursday.

Beckham Says He Never Considered Quitting MLS 8:27 PM ET

SEATTLE (Reuters) - David Beckham, one win away from claiming the MLS title with L.A Galaxy, said on Thursday that despite the troubles that have accompanied his time in the United States he had never considered abandoning the team.

L.A.’s Donovan Named MLS Player of the Year 8:05 PM ET

FC Dallas forward Jeff Cunningham and New England Revolution midfielder Shalrie Joseph were the two other finalists for the award.

Mayweather May Duck Pacquiao to Preserve Status: Arum 6:48 PM ET

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Manny Pacquiao has satisfied Floyd Mayweather's demands that he state his desire to fight the American, but that still may not be good enough to make the mega-fight, boxing promoter Bob Arum said on Thursday.

Gay And Richards Claim Jesse Owens Honors 6:46 PM ET

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Tyson Gay and Sanya Richards claimed Jesse Owens awards for the second time on Thursday as the United States' top track and field athletes.

Lincecum Wins NL Cy Young Second Year In A Row 5:31 PM ET

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Tim Lincecum of the San Francisco Giants claimed the National League Cy Young Award for the second successive year Thursday, winning in a close vote over Cardinals starters Chris Carpenter and Adam Wainwright.

Baseball Still Faces Tough Economy: Commissioner 3:11 PM ET

CHICAGO (Reuters) - Major League Baseball still faces an uncertain U.S. economy that led to lower attendance and financial losses at some clubs this year, the commissioner of the U.S. sports league said on Thursday.

Federer Faces Choppy Ride to Secure Top Spot 2:19 PM ET

LONDON (Reuters) - Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal will step on board the riverboat to the ATP World Tour Finals on Sunday with the world number one ranking in their sights.

Westwood Starts With 66 In Dubai Cut And Thrust 9:27 AM ET

DUBAI (Reuters) - Lee Westwood's six-under-par 66 at the season-ending Dubai World Championship gave him a first-round advantage over money-list rival Rory McIlroy on Thursday.

IAAF Agrees to Semenya Keeping World Title 6:24 AM ET

JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) - The International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) has agreed that South African runner Caster Semenya will keep her 800 meters world title, the country's sports ministry said Thursday.

Runner Keeps Title After Gender Dispute 5:57 AM ET

Caster Semenya will keep her gold medal, and her gender tests will not be released, South African officials said.

France's Henry Gets Hand Slapped 5:50 AM ET

PARIS (Reuters) - Thierry Henry was compared to the great Diego Maradona, although not the way he may have wished, and coach Raymond Domenech faced further criticism after France controversially scraped past Ireland to make the World Cup.

Flyers Withstand Late Charge By Kings In 3 - 2 Win 3:35 AM ET

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - The Philadelphia Flyers survived a third-period onslaught by the Los Angeles Kings to hold on for a 3-2 victory on Wednesday.

Wizards End Cleveland's Winning Streak 11:40 PM ET

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Washington Wizards overcame a 34-point performance by LeBron James to crush the Central Division-leading Cleveland Cavaliers 108-91 on Wednesday and snap a six-game losing streak.

Gasol to Return to Action Against Bulls 11:07 PM ET

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Los Angeles Lakers forward Pau Gasol is set to make his long awaited return to the court Thursday when the defending NBA champions host the Chicago Bulls.