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Olympic decision – Profiles of presidential candidates
The following profiles show the strengths and weaknesses of the five candidates seeking to take over from Juan Antonio Samaranch when he retires after 21 years in charge of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in July.
Sampras versus Agassi beats CBS reality show
USA Network’s coverage of Wednesday’s US Open quarter final between Pete Sampras and Andre Agassi defeated the premiere of CBS's reality show “The Amazing Race” in ratings for New York DMA TV homes.
Olympic decision – Defrantz unhappy with underdog tag
Former Olympic rower Anita DeFrantz gets prickly when people suggest she is an outsider in the race to replace Juan Antonio Samaranch as International Olympic Committee (IOC) president.
RCN bid for content denied
US broadcaster RCN Corporation has failed in its attempt to glean secondary sports content from Cablevision after the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) threw out the appeal.
Cincinnati bid blow after riots
Cincinnati's bid to host the 2012 Summer Olympic Games faces an uphill battle following last month's race riots, the city's main lobbyist has said.
United dealt new memorabilia deal
Sports trading cards and memorabilia firm The Upper Deck Company, has signed an exclusive product agreement with English soccer club Manchester United.
Superdome set for new name?
The 26-year-old Louisiana Superdome may be re-named after the state proposed negotiating a naming-rights agreement with a yet-to-be-determined entity.
Bids to host new Cowboys stadium begin
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones' quest for a new stadium has produced the first volley in a potential bidding war among the suburbs.
Restructuring leads to AHL expansion
The feeding ground for US ice hockey’s National Hockey League (NHL) has been revamped after it was announced that the American Hockey League (AHL) is expanding its structure to include eight new teams in time for next season.
Boca resorts to sell Florida Panthers hockey team
Boca Resorts Inc said on Tuesday it had reached a $101 million agreement to sell its entertainment and sports division, which owns the Florida Panthers National Hockey League (NHL) team, to an investment group that includes former Miami Dolphins quarterback Bernie Kosar.
NBC set to lose $36m from Lakers’ winning run
US broadcaster NBC will lose an estimated $36 million in advertising revenue if the Los Angeles Lakers continue their winning streak and whitewash the Philadelphia 76ers in the NBA finals.
San Francisco goes for gold in Olympic bid
The San Francisco Bay Area has officially launched its bid for the 2012 Olympic Games, declaring the region's high-tech expertise, diverse population and dependable weather makes it a perfect venue for the world's premier sporting event.
Money manager Sanderson crosses state street
Money manger Derek Sanderson has switched from New York-based State Street Research & Management to rival firm State Street Global Advisors to kick start the firm’s new Professional’s Group, catering for pro athletes, entrepreneurs and agents.
NFL ticket prices run another yard
If you're planning on attending an NFL game this season - provided you're lucky enough to have a connection to get them - expect to spend more than $50 (B
Top NBA players to tour China, Taiwan
A squad of top NBA players will visit China and Taiwan in September for two exhibition games, the National Basketball Association has announced.
Can big names save Goodwill Games from collapse?
The biggest names from last year's Sydney Olympics are back in Australia for the Goodwill Games with the event's organisers hoping Maurice Greene, Marion Jones and Ian Thorpe can save the event from oblivion.
Jordan comeback would be in New York
Should basketball legend Michael Jordan decide to make a comeback with the Washington Wizards, his return would come on October 30 in New York against home side, the Knicks.
Time Warner pulls baseball coverage in row with Fox
US cable platform Time Warner has pulled some of its regional baseball coverage in the escalating row over subscription charges with the Fox Sports Network. Pay Per View Sport in Europe: A new report from SportBusiness Group: