Del Potro commits to Queen's

World number five Juan Martin Del Potro has committed to play at the AEGON Championships at Queen's Club for the next three years in a bid to improve his fortunes on grass.

Egypt recalls Algiers envoy after soccer loss

CAIRO, Nov 19 (Reuters) - Cairo recalled its envoy to Algiers and Egyptians burned the Algerian flag on Thursday after Egypt's soccer team lost to Algeria in a play-off to reach the World Cup finals, accusing its fans of post-match thuggery.

Brazil hold off Iran 3-1

Defending champions Brazil had to work hard before beating Iran 3-1 in the first match of the second day of the FIVB Men’s World Grand Champions Cup on Thursday. The world champions eventually came home 25-22, 25-18, 23-25, 25-19 to extend their win-loss record to 2-0, while dropping Iran to 1-1.

FIFA rejects France v Ireland replay

Soccer's world governing body FIFA has confirmed that the controversial France v Ireland World Cup playoff will not be replayed.

Schumi in Mercedes link

Michael Schumacher has been in early talks with Mercedes GP over a possible comeback to Formula One next season, according to reports in the British press.

Donovan named MLS player of the year

United States and L.A Galaxy striker Landon Donovan has been named Most Valuable Player in Major League Soccer, the league said on Thursday.

Beckham says he never considered quitting MLS

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.

Iran descends one place in FIFA ranking
Tehran Times Sports Desk

TEHRAN - Iran has dropped one place in the latest world rankings issued by FIFA.

Iran beats Thailand in FIBA Asia U-16 Championship
Tehran Times Sports Desk

JOHOR - Iran defeated Thailand in the FIBA Asia U-16 Championship on Friday.

Europe match-fixing probe targets 200 games

BOCHUM, Germany (AFP) – In what one UEFA official called Europe's worst ever match-fixing scandal, investigators said Friday criminals may have netted over 10 million euros manipulating 200 games in nine countries.