Chess: India men end 16th Nov 26, 2008
Chess Olympiad: Indian men finish 16th, women 15th - News - Chess - The Times of India Sports. Chess Olympiad: Indian men finish 16th, women 15th26 Nov 2008, 1038 hrs IST, PTI. (India Times, India)
FIFA bans Peru Nov 25, 2008
ASUNCION: FIFA has banned Peru from international competition, a leading official at the South American Football Confederation (CSF) said. Sepp Blatter, president of world soccer's ruling body, warned last week Peru had until Monday to end a long-running feud between their football federation (FPF) and government or face an immediate international ban. (India Times, India)
Nalbandian denies quitting Davis Cup Nov 25, 2008
Nalbandian denies quitting Argentine Davis Cup team - News - Tennis - The Times of India Sports. Nalbandian denies quitting Argentine Davis Cup team25 Nov 2008, 0844 hrs IST, REUTERS. (India Times, India)
Anand wants chess in Olympic Games Nov 24, 2008
Anand bats for inclusion of chess in Olympics - News - Chess - The Times of India Sports. Anand bats for inclusion of chess in Olympics23 Nov 2008, 2017 hrs IST, PTI. (India Times, India)
Ricky Hatton retains light-welterweight title Nov 23, 2008
Hatton beats Malignaggi with 11th round TKO - Boxing - Other Sports - The Times of India Sports. Hatton beats Malignaggi with 11th round TKO23 Nov 2008, 1126 hrs IST, REUTERS. (India Times, India)
Sterne leads in Hong Kong Nov 22, 2008
The cash injection has attracted interest from top US players such as Phil Mickelson and Anthony Kim. The Hong Kong Open, one of Asia's most prestigious events, is celebrating its 50th year with other previous winners including Greg Norman, Tom Watson, Ian Woosnam and Padraig Harrington. (iAfrica.com)
Lopez levels Davis Cup final for Spain Nov 22, 2008
Comeback king Lopez levels Davis Cup final - News - Tennis - The Times of India Sports. Comeback king Lopez levels Davis Cup final22 Nov 2008, 0831 hrs IST, AFP. (India Times, India)
Azinger would 'think about' Ryder Cup job again Nov 20, 2008
" One of his players from the '09 team is intrigued as well. "Zinger gave us a great model for success,'' Phil Mickelson said in a conference call Wednesday. "Rather than stray from it, I think it would be a great idea to have him return. But I don't want to interfere with the PGA of America and their decision-making process because the captaincy has always been a wonderful way to validate a player's career. It's such an honor and a highlight, so I don't want to detract from the PGA's process.... (ESPN -- Golf)
Cavs' James youngest to reach 11,000 points Nov 20, 2008
Leon-Brink Knoll, from Pretoria, South Africa, has signed a national letter of intent to play for the USD men's golf team in 2009, head coach Tim Mickelson said. Knoll is currently the top-ranked junior and 12th-ranked amateur in South Africa. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
* Aging cast lifts Asian hopes in HK Nov 20, 2008
Indias Singh leads the charge after holding off the likes of Phil Mickelson, Padraig Harrington and Ernie Els to win by a shot in Singapore. Im confident and Im looking forward to this week. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Lein in Hall Nov 20, 2008
"He drives television ratings, the sponsors need him in their events and the fans turn out to see him, so we need him back as soon as possible." - Phil Mickelson on Tiger Woods' importance. This week on Tour. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Vishy Anand coming home Nov 20, 2008
World Champion Anand coming home - News - Chess - The Times of India Sports. World Champion Anand coming home19 Nov 2008, 2333 hrs IST, Hari Hara Nandanan,TNN. (India Times, India)
'Indians have best hand-eye coordination' Nov 20, 2008
Indians have best hand-eye coordination: Bindra - Shooting - Other Sports - The Times of India Sports. Indians have best hand-eye coordination: Bindra19 Nov 2008, 1929 hrs IST, PTI. (India Times, India)
Maradona starts with win over Scotland Nov 20, 2008
Maradona secures debut win, Lippi equals record - News - Football - The Times of India Sports. Maradona secures debut win, Lippi equals record20 Nov 2008, 0851 hrs IST, REUTERS. (India Times, India)
Golf: Ben is now in the top spot Nov 18, 2008
Ben held his own against a world-class field, led by the likes of world number three Phil Mickelson and number five Padraig Harrington, for Asias richest national tournament. He was the only Malaysian to make the cut before finishing in joint 22nd spot with a total of three-over 287. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Federer targets Wimbledon Nov 18, 2008
KUALA LUMPUR: Roger Federer plans to regain the number one ranking next year and surpass Pete Sampras's Grand Slam record, but says winning Wimbledon is his top priority. The Swiss great is winding down his season with an exhibition in Kuala Lumpur on Tuesday against James Blake, John McEnroe and Bjorn Borg but is already thinking about next year, and insisted retirement was not on the horizon. (India Times, India)
Syracuse sends Robinson packing Nov 17, 2008
Phil Mickelson (75) finished ninth. Brian Higgins, who won the Mass. (Boston Globe)
Mickelson ninth at Singapore Open Nov 17, 2008
Mickelson finishes ninth at Singapore Open - Golf- nbcsports ... Mickelson finishes ninth at Singapore Open ... Wong Maye-e / APPhil Mickelson shot a 75 in the final round of the Singapore Open on Sunday, finishing ninth. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Jeev wins Singapore Open Nov 17, 2008
World number three Phil Mickelson also had a disappointing fourth round, which included an ugly triple-bogey eight, and finished the tournament six shots behind the winner, while Singapore's Lam carded a shocking 79. Singh takes home a winner's cheque for $792,500. (India Times, India)
We need Tiger back for good of the game - Mickelson Nov 16, 2008
WORLD golf is sorely missing Tiger Woods and the sooner he is back the better, says Phil Mickelson, who is concerned about the impact on television ratings and fans ... Mickelson said his fellow American had done so much for golf that his absence hurt the game ... "The reason why we all want Tiger back is because he drives the game of golf," said Mickelson, who lost his world No.2 ranking to Sergio Garcia in Shanghai on Monday. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Slip-ups in wet dump Scott from pet event Nov 16, 2008
World No 3 Phil Mickelson finally found enough form to inch up the leaderboard but his round was spoiled by a bogey at the last. The American sits at one-under, with Padraig Harrington a shot further back. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Tiger pushes for Olympic inclusion Nov 16, 2008
Annika Sorenstam, Phil Mickelson, Vijay Singh and Karrie Webb also took part. Source: The Sun-Herald. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Nirat has lead after Singapore called for darkness Nov 16, 2008
"I'm happy with the way I played," Mickelson said. "I'll need to make a few birdies tomorrow as there are a lot of good players in front of me.". (ESPN -- Golf)
Singh wins by 1 stroke from Els, Harrington Nov 16, 2008
American Phil Mickelson, ranked third in the world, was hobbled by a horrendous 8 on the par-4 7th hole and carded 75, putting him ninth at 2 under. The final round started with Chapchai Nirat holding a three stroke lead at 10 under, but the Thai player faded badly on Sunday, finishing four strokes off the lead. (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
Woods in video to promote golfs inclusion in Olympics Nov 16, 2008
In between, the support of top players such as Annika Sorenstam from Sweden, Phil Mickelson from the United States, Suzanne Petterson from Norway and Vijay Singh from Fiji was also highlighted. AFP. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Thai fires spectacular eagle to soar clear of the chasing pack Nov 16, 2008
Irelands Pardraig Harrington is the leader in the clubhouse on five under, the three-time major winner surging into contention with a five-under 66, along with a group of four other players including Ernie Els and Phil Mickelson. Teenager Rory McIlroy and Indian veteran Jeev Milkha Singh are the other players standing four shots off the lead with South Koreas Charlie Wi and South Africas Charl Schwartzel a further stroke back. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Chapchai stumbles in Singapore as Harrington closes Nov 16, 2008
Singapore's Lam and world number three Phil Mickelson were playing with Nirat but quickly lost ground. Left-hander Mickelson was one-over-par after six holes and Lam two over, leaving them four strokes adrift. (International Herald Tribune)
Jeev Milkha Singh of India passes $1 million Nov 16, 2008
Phil Mickelson also had a disappointing fourth round, which included an ugly triple-bogey eight, and finished six shots behind the winner, while Singapore's Lam carded a 79. Singh collected a winner's cheque for $792,500 and becomes the first player on the Asian Tour to win more than $1 million in a single season. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Singapore Open finals scores Nov 16, 2008
Phil Mickelson, United States 73-68-66-75-282. Mitchell Brown, Australia 70-70-71-72-283. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Paterno may need hip replacement Nov 16, 2008
Phil Mickelson shot 4 under through 14 holes, putting him four strokes off the leader. Erik Compton, playing six months after a second heart transplant, failed to advance by one shot in the second stage of PGA Tour qualifying after he closed with a 1-over 73 (6-under 282, tied for 22d) in Brooksville, Fla. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Nestor-Zimonjic win Masters doubles title Nov 16, 2008
Nestor and Zimonjic number one after Masters doubles win - News - Tennis - The Times of India Sports. Nestor and Zimonjic number one after Masters doubles win16 Nov 2008, 1339 hrs IST, REUTERS. (India Times, India)
David Beckham axed for German friendly Nov 16, 2008
Beckham axed, while Macienne gets surprise England call-up - News - Football - The Times of India Sports. Beckham axed, while Macienne gets surprise England call-up16 Nov 2008, 0914 hrs IST, AFP. (India Times, India)
Mickelson targets Singapore leaders Els and Dyson Nov 15, 2008
Phil Mickelson suffered a bogey on his last hole after a spectator took a photo during his swing but the American still closed the gap on leaders Ernie Els and Simon Dyson at the $5 million (3 ... Mickelson, completing his storm-interrupted second round in overcast morning conditions at the par-71 Serapong Course, saw his second shot at the par-five 18th plunge into the water after the ill-timed snapshot distracted him ... Mickelson was irate after having to settle for a bogey six at the... (International Herald Tribune)
Golf: Singapore Open again delayed by rain Nov 15, 2008
Singapore Open again delayed by rain - International Herald Tribune. Singapore Open again delayed by rain. (International Herald Tribune)
Nirat jumps to 2-stroke lead at Singapore Open Nov 15, 2008
American Phil Mickelson, who lost his world number two ranking to Spain's Sergio Garcia last week, was 4-under through 14 holes, leaving him four strokes off the lead. "I'm happy with the way I played," Mickelson said. (International Herald Tribune -- Travel)
Lam leads Singapore Open in stormy conditions Nov 14, 2008
Harrington, winner of the British Open and PGA Championship this year, finished the day five strokes behind at 1 under, with Mickelson a shot further back ... "I know 2-over par doesn't sound good but I'll actually take it," Mickelson said. (ESPN -- Golf)
NEWS IN BRIEF Nov 14, 2008
Ernie Els was three under after 14 holes when play was called off, and Phil Mickelson shot 73 and is six strokes off the pace in the $5 million event. BRITISH OPEN TO ESPN: All four rounds of the British Open will air live on ESPN starting in 2010. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Choi wants Asian golfers to move up Nov 14, 2008
Watching people like Tiger Woods, Ernie Els and Phil Mickelson helped Choi learn what he needed to win his first US event in 2002 at New Orleans and follow with wins in 2002 and 2006 at Tampa Bay and 2005 in Greensboro. But 2007 was his breakthrough year with two victories in America and seven top-10 finishes, forcing his way into the world s top 10 for the first time. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Unheralded Chih Bing upstages stars to take the lead Nov 14, 2008
Three-time Major winner Padraig Harrington battled the rain and wind to be five adrift of Chih Bing after 18 holes while world number three Phil Mickelson was six behind the leader. Two-time champion Adam Scott, who only returned to competitive golf at the HSBC Champions last week after an eight week lay-off battling tonsillitis, had a nightmare round and has his work cut out. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Ernie Els Takes First-Round Lead at Singapore Golf Open Over Local Pro Lam Nov 14, 2008
The Singapore Open is the Asian Tour's marquee event and ranks as the richest in Asia alongside the HSBC Champions, which won last week in Shanghai to displace Mickelson as the No. 2-ranked player behind. will need a strong resurgence to collect a third Singapore Open title in four years after slumping to 5-over-par yesterday. (Bloomberg -- UK)
GOLF | ASIAN TOUR : Lam leads rain-delayed Singapore Open Nov 14, 2008
American Phil Mickelson, who lost his world number two ranking to Spain's Sergio Garcia last week, shot a 2-over 73 to be six strokes off the pace in the $5 million event but recovered slightly after bogeys on four of the first six holes ... Phil Mickelson, United States +2 (18). (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Davydenko in semi-finals Nov 14, 2008
Davydenko beats Del Potro to reach semis - News - Tennis - The Times of India Sports. Davydenko beats Del Potro to reach semis13 Nov 2008, 1938 hrs IST, REUTERS. (India Times, India)
I never considered quitting: Maradona Nov 14, 2008
Maradona says he never considered quitting - News - Football - The Times of India Sports. Maradona says he never considered quitting14 Nov 2008, 0831 hrs IST, REUTERS. (India Times, India)
Mickelson tweaks game for Singapore Open Nov 13, 2008
Mickelson tweaks game ahead of Singapore Open - Wire Services - Golf- nbcsports ... Mickelson tweaks game ahead of Singapore Open ... SINGAPORE (AP) -Phil Mickelson brought a special putter and got extra advice from his coach as he prepares to take on a "difficult'' course at the $5 million Singapore Open starting Thursday.Mickelson, whose world ranking dropped from No. 2 to No. 3 this week, said he needed a refresher course with famed swing coach Butch Harmon before battling the course at... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Asians out to make waves Nov 13, 2008
The Asian Tour is well represented here with six recent Order of Merit champions in the field and 18 of the current top 20 competing alongside players of the calibre of Phil Mickelson, Adam Scott, Padraig Harrington and Ernie Els. Flag bearer: Thongchai Jaidee of Thailand in action during the Singapore Open pro-Am event at the Sentosa Golf Club yesterday. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Lefty brings the right putter Nov 13, 2008
SINGAPORE: Phil Mickelson brought a special putter and got extra advice from his coach as he prepares to take on a difficult course at the US$5mil Singapore Open starting today. Mickelson, whose world ranking dropped from No. 2 to No. 3 this week, said he needed a refresher course with famed swing coach Butch Harmon before battling the course at Sentosa Golf Club, located on an island off the Singapore coast. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Play halted as lightning threatens Singapore Open Nov 13, 2008
American Phil Mickelson, who recently lost his world number two spot to Spain's Sergio Garcia, was at two over after 15 holes. Garcia grabbed the no. 2 ranking after winning the HSBC Champions tournament in Shanghai, which was also hit by inclement weather and took five days to complete. (International Herald Tribune)
The Players planning to give back Nov 13, 2008
He caught and passed Phil Mickelson (69. 17) at the Tour Championship in September, but nothing was official until the Tour's Fall Series ended last week. (Florida Times-Union)
Notes: A thousand-mile journey ends at Magic Kingdom Nov 12, 2008
"I think I'm going to the Merrill Lynch Shootout,'' he said.---VARDON TROPHY: With the PGA Tour season officially over, it's now official: Sergio Garcia has won the Vardon Trophy, the first European-born winner since 1937 to have the lowest adjusted scoring average.Garcia played 72 rounds with an adjusted average of 69.12, overtaking Phil Mickelson (69.17) at the Tour Championship. Anthony Kim finished third at 69.28.The last European-born winner was Harry "Lighthorse'' Cooper in 1937, the first... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Love moves into Hall of Fame picture Nov 12, 2008
Among active players, only Tiger Woods, Vijay Singh and Phil Mickelson have won more than 20 tour events ... Among active players, only Tiger Woods (65), Phil Mickelson (34) and Vijay Singh (34) have won at least 20 times on tour. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Follow The Roar Nov 12, 2008
Mickelson pours one in on top of him, which the crowd loves, but there's no question about the story of the day ... Tiger waits next to the green, then shakes hands with Mickelson and Scott, both of whom look like they've seen a ghost ... Before Tiger started his run, Mickelson and Scott were within a stroke of him. (ESPN -- Golf)
Timberlake calls Barkley bad golfer Nov 12, 2008
So far, Timberlake, Ernie Els and Phil Mickelson are the only ones who have tried it. He's also getting Calloway's special 3-D club fitting. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
* Asian golfers looking to shine at Singapore Open Nov 12, 2008
The Asian Tour is well represented here with six recent Order of Merit champions in the field and 18 of the current top 20 competing alongside players of the calibre of Phil Mickelson, Adam Scott, Padraig Harrington and Ernie Els. Asia has not celebrated a home triumph in Singapore since the event was revived in 2005, with Thailands evergreen Thaworn Wiratchant being the last Asian winner in 2001. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Jeev to focus on Majors Nov 12, 2008
Jeev to cut workload, focus on US and Europe - News - Golf - The Times of India Sports. Jeev to cut workload, focus on US and Europe12 Nov 2008, 1332 hrs IST, AFP. (India Times, India)
Garcia wins playoff Nov 11, 2008
Victory sends Spaniard past Mickelson into No. 2 ranking ... He also has some unfinished business after passing Phil Mickelson in the rankings -- winning his first major and, even more difficult, challenging Tiger Woods for No. 1 ... "Wilson is winless on the European tour, but he has eight second-place finishes. He gained attention at the Ryder Cup, teaming with Henrik Stenson to beat Mickelson and Anthony Kim in foursomes. But he's fed up finishing No. 2."It's just getting to a stage where... (News & Observer -- Sports)
Garcia wins HSBC Champions in playoff Nov 11, 2008
The finish moved Garcia into the No. 2 spot in the world rankings behind Tiger Woods, pushing Phil Mickelson to No. 3 ... Phil Mickelson, United States 66-70-70-73-279. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
World, U.S. and European rankings Nov 11, 2008
(2) Phil Mickelson 8 ... Phil Mickelson $5,188,875. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
'Golf is missing Tiger' Nov 11, 2008
World golf is sorely missing Tiger Woods and the sooner he is back the better, says Phil Mickelson, who is concerned about the impact on television ratings and fans. The top-ranked Woods has not taken a full swing since his final playoff hole at last June's US Open, where he won his 14th Major despite leg pain to move within four of matching Jack Nicklaus's all-time career record. (iAfrica.com)
Golf desperately needs Tiger back, says Mickelson Nov 11, 2008
SINGAPORE (AFP) - World golf is sorely missing Tiger Woods and the sooner he is back the better, says Phil Mickelson, who is concerned about the impact on television ratings and fans ... Mickelson said his fellow American had done so much for golf that his absence had hurt the game ... "The reason why we all want Tiger back is because he drives the game of golf," said Mickelson, who plays the Singapore Open this week after losing his world number two ranking to Sergio Garcia in Shanghai on... (Yahoo! Asia News)
Golf sponsorship fears as auto giants struggle Nov 11, 2008
SINGAPORE (AFP) - The world of golf is heavily reliant on the world's top auto manufacturers for sponsorship and Phil Mickelson fears the USPGA Tour will be hit with General Motors and Ford running out of cash. The two giant car makers are in dire financial straits, announcing large third-quarter losses last week and stressing that they are both rapidly running out of money. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Fedex upbeat despite loss Nov 11, 2008
Federer upbeat despite tough road ahead - News - Tennis - The Times of India Sports. Federer upbeat despite tough road ahead11 Nov 2008, 1316 hrs IST, AFP. (India Times, India)
Oliver asks for more as Ogilvy leads a chasing pack Nov 10, 2008
A daunting pack - American Phil Mickelson, Spain's Sergio Garcia and Sweden's Henrik Stenson - lurks at 10-under. On a cold, windy day at the Sheshan International Golf Club, talented young South African Charl Schwartzel shot the lowest score of the round, a 67 that put him tied for sixth alongside Adam Scott (71) at eight-under. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Garcia is No. 2 with victory Nov 10, 2008
Among active players, only Woods, Vijay Singh and Phil Mickelson have won at least 20 times. Bettencourt wins title: Alameda native Matt Bettencourt won the Nationwide Tour Championship to take the season money title, birdieing the final hole at TPC Craig Ranch in McKinney, Texas, for a 2-under 69 and a one-stroke victory over Jeff Klauk. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Love wins PGA finale, earns lifetime exemption Nov 10, 2008
Among active players, only Tiger Woods, Vijay Singh and Phil Mickelson have won at least 20 times. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Garcia wins HSBC Champions in playoff, earns No. 2 world ranking Nov 10, 2008
Mickelson, the 2007 champion, shot a 73 to tie for eighth in the $5 million tournament, five strokes behind the leaders. (66) and (70) finished a stroke off the lead, while (71) was three behind. (USA Today -- Sports)
