Tabarez: We will end octopus streak
ESPN
By Soccernet staff Uruguay coach Oscar Tabarez said he is determined to prove Paul the octopus wrong by beating Germany in the third-place play-off on Saturday. Paul has gained worldwide fame by successfully predicting all of Germany's six results at …
World Cup notes: Paul the octopus wraps his tentacles around Spain in Sunday's …Los Angeles Times
World Cup Today: email – July 9Telegraph.co.uk
Octopus oracle picks Spain to win World CupThe Associated Press
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World Cup 2010: Uruguay's underdogs target third place
BBC Sport
After the disappointment of narrowly losing a World Cup semi-final, it is hard to see how a team can muster the motivation for a game where third place is at stake. For any side, however, it is surely a matter of pride and an …
Germany, Uruguay highly motivated for third-place matchMiamiHerald.com
Uruguay and Germany prepare for one final effortUSA Today
Third-place match lookahead capsuleThe Associated Press
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Strasburg is a giant in 3d win
Boston Globe
AP / July 10, 2010 Stephen Strasburg gave up a homer to the first batter he faced last night, then struggled to find the strike zone throughout the opening inning. And that's when he told himself it was time to change things up a little, time to start …
Nats' bats give Strasburg plenty of cushionSan Francisco Chronicle
Torres strains left groin against NationalsMLB.com
Nationals rookie Stephen Strasburg shuts down GiantsSan Jose Mercury News
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Tour de France: Lance Armstrong waits to make move
Los Angeles Times
Lance Armstrong and the Tour de France leaders are playing a tactical game in a cycling competition that is expected to provide some drama in the upcoming climbs. Lance Armstrong, shown during Friday's sixth stage of the Tour de France, …
Armstrong's team hope mountains will shake up TourThe Associated Press
TOUR DE FRANCE – Cavendish wins again, but peaks coming into viewSan Francisco Chronicle
Mark Cavendish on a roll at Tour de FranceDetroit Free Press
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Back-to-back blasts leave Mets 4 back
New York Post
RA Dickey may have to rinse a little extra to get the taste of knuckle sandwich out of his mouth. Melky Cabrera delivered the initial blow in last night's seventh inning and Omar Infante the knockout. Dickey's solid night of work with his …
Amazin's shot at Mariners lefty, midseason milestone ended FridayESPN
Braves-Mets PreviewCBSSports.com
Mets and Braves Resume Rivalry, With Familiar ResultsNew York Times
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Dream champion Aoki regains mojo against Kawajiri
USA Today
Shinya Aoki didn't take long to confirm his spot as the preeminent lightweight in Japan and look for a rematch with the man who beat him three months ago. Aoki submitted Tatsuya Kawajiri with an achilles lock less than two minutes into the main event …
DREAM 15: Shinya Aoki Back To Japan With Sub Of Tatsuya KawajiriFighters.com
DREAM 15 recap: Shinya Aoki stuns Tatsuya Kawajiri in first roundMMAjunkie.com
Dream 15 Results – Aoki won over KawajiriTekken Philippines
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Spain and Netherlands: Can flair overcome fear?
USA Today
JOHANNESBURG — Some of the biggest names in world football will grace Sunday's World Cup final, but will Xavi Hernandez, Andres Iniesta, Arjen Robben and Robin van Persie turn on the style or be shackled by a …
Van Bronckhorst ready to defy FIFAESPN
Spanish artists meet Dutch artisans in WCup finalSI.com
World Cup 2010: Dutch aim to stifle Spain says RobbenBBC Sport
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Stricker posts record score to lead John Deere Classic
CNN International
Steve Stricker followed an opening round of 60 with a five-under par 66 to lead the John Deere Classic by one stroke. (CNN) — American Steve Stricker recorded the lowest 36-hole score at the John Deere Classic, Friday to lead by one stroke from …
Steve Stricker takes lead at John Deere ClassicLos Angeles Times
Stricker sets 36-hole record at John DeereSan Francisco Chronicle
Stricker sets tournament recordPhiladelphia Inquirer
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Self-celebration turned self-immolation
Chicago Tribune
If you're Allstate or Geico, do you run ads in Ohio (and beyond) that take a shot at rival State Farm because the company is among those partnered with basketball star LeBron James? Possible slogan: "Some good neighbor. …
LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, Chris Bosh receive warm reception from Heat fansDetroit Free Press
Heat go bold in presenting Three Kings to the worldNBA.com
Golden welcome in Miami…James' Fathead poster price reduced to $17.41WJBD Online
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Both sides win in Cliff Lee trade
ESPN
After the Seattle Mariners had all but sealed a deal with the New York Yankees for Jesus Montero, David Adams and Zach McClellan, the Texas Rangers jumped into the fray and grabbed P Cliff Lee instead. Texas was willing to give up top …
Yankees get revenge on Mariners after losing LeeNew York Post
The Cliff Lee Trade And How It Reflects On The State of The StarsDefending Big D
Yanks' proposed deal for Lee falls throughMLB.com
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