Tokyo Olympics cut spending; sports federations unhappy
Wednesday, 8 May 2019, 15:00
Last update: about 8 years ago
Associated Press
The Tokyo Olympics are caught between the proverbial rock and hard place. Tokyo organizers are trying to cut spending, under pressure from the International Olympic Committee, which has been...
'Mentality of giants': Self-belief fueling Klopp's Liverpool
Wednesday, 8 May 2019, 13:38
Last update: about 9 years ago
Associated Press
Like the rest of the soccer world, Juergen Klopp had his doubts. Given the scenario — the big first-leg deficit, the presence of Lionel Messi on the other side, injuries to important...
Tennis: Federer returns to clay-court swing with easy win in Madrid
Tuesday, 7 May 2019, 22:27
Last update: about 9 years ago
Associated Press
Roger Federer looked as comfortable as ever on his return to clay. Showing no signs of rust after skipping clay-court tournaments the last two seasons, Federer cruised to a 6-2, 6-3 win over...
Pochettino says may leave Spurs if they win Champions League
Tuesday, 7 May 2019, 20:34
Last update: about 9 years ago
Associated Press
Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino has suggested he may look for a new challenge if he can lead his team to the Champions League title this season. Tottenham is 1-0 down to Ajax heading into...
European leagues: Most clubs oppose changes in competitions
Tuesday, 7 May 2019, 20:06
Last update: about 9 years ago
Associated Press
A "vast majority" of European teams are against plans by elite clubs to radically change the shape of the Champions League, according to the organization representing national leagues. The...
Malago to lead organising committee if Milan-Cortina wins
Tuesday, 7 May 2019, 14:34
Last update: about 9 years ago
Associated Press
Italian Olympic Committee president Giovanni Malago will lead the organizing committee if the Milan-Cortina d'Ampezzo bid wins next month's vote to host the 2026 Winter Games. Malago's...