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Monday May 20th, 2013

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Senators avoid 3-0 deficit with double OT win over Pens

Bruins maul Rangers to claim 2-0 series lead

Spurs cruise to opening win over Grizzlies

Rays' Moore stops Orioles for 8-0 start

Nadal and Williams win easily in Rome

Emotional swansong for Beckham in Paris

Orb leaves Preakness in excellent shape

Women grab race spots on Bump Day at Indy

Bae wins first PGA Tour title at Byron Nelson

McDowell tames Thongchai to win first World Match Play

National Photos

Miami Heat forward LeBron James drives as he is defended by Orlando Magic forward Maurice Harkless in NBA action in Orlando, Florida

Mercedes F1 driver Lewis Hamilton sprays champaine at winner Red Bull F1 driver Sebastian Vettel during the victory ceremony of the Malaysian F1 Grand Prix

Woods of the U.S. reacts on the 18th green after he won the Arnold Palmer Invitational PGA golf tournament in Orlando

Baseballs and a catcher

People work out in an outdoor "Adult Playground" exercise area at Macombs Dam Park in the Bronx section of New York City

Brad Guzan of the U.S. blocks a shot from Costa Rica

A view from a helicopter shows Olympic venues under construction for the 2014 Winter Olympic games in Sochi

Garmin-Sharp rider Talansky of the U.S. cycles during the 11th stage of the Tour of Spain "La Vuelta" cycling race, between Cambados and Pontevedra

U.S. Olympic gold medalist Lewis arrives at a school in Port-au-Prince

Stars

Jones of the U.S. stretches during a practice session in San Pedro Sula

Tampa Bay Lightning head coach Guy Boucher reacts at the end of the second period of NHL hockey action in Montreal.

England

Spain national soccer team players pose before their 2014 World Cup qualifying soccer match against Finland in Gijon

Japan

Germany

Red Bull Formula One driver Vettel, teammmate Webber and Mercedes Formula One driver Hamilton celebrate after the Malaysian F1 Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit outside Kuala Lumpur

Mercedes Formula One driver Lewis Hamilton of Britain walks after the second practice session of the Malaysian F1 Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit outside Kuala Lumpur

Kenya

Geoff Cameron of the U.S. kicks the ball next to team mate Michael Bradley while playing against Costa Rica during their 2014 World Cup qualifying soccer match in Commerce City

Canadian golfer Mike Weir warms-up on the 10th tee of the north course at Torrey Pines during first round play at the Farmers Insurance Open in San Diego

Sky Procycling

Australia

Mexico

Costa Rica

Zusi of the U.S. races past Costa Rica

Spain

Jerry Sandusky leaves the Centre County Courthouse after his sentencing in his child sex abuse case in Bellefonte

Baltimore Ravens President Dick Cass looks on during the NFL

Honorary starter Arnold Palmer attends a press conference during the ceremonial tee-off before first round play in the 2012 Masters Golf Tournament at the Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta

A native Indian reacts as military police officers evict a native Indian community living at the Brazilian Indian Museum in Rio de Janeiro

U.S. soccer coach Juergen Klinsmann poses during an interview with Reuters in southern California December 31, 2011.

Lightning

U.S. head coach Klinsmann kicks the ball during a practice session in San Pedro Sula

Former United States national soccer team coach Arena addresses World Cup news conference in Hamburg

Injured Philadelphia 76ers center Bynum sits on the bench before the start of the Indiana Pacers versus the 76ers NBA basketball game in Philadelphia

FIFA President Blatter attends a news conference at the Home of FIFA in Zurich

Members of the IOC walk near the Las Ventas bullring in Madrid

File photo of two eleven-year-old Cuban boys facing each other in the ring during a boxing training session at an Old Havana neighbourhood boxing gym

Okeyo, Athletics Kenya Secretary General, Keino, chairman of the Kenyan Olympic Committee and Athletics Kenya Chairman Kiplagat prepares to address a news conference in Nairobi

Miami Heat

Jerome Champagne FIFA

United States

A view shows the Mane Garrincha Stadium in Brasilia

Honorary starter Arnold Palmer attends a press conference during the ceremonial tee-off before first round play in the 2012 Masters Golf Tournament at the Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta

Woods watches his chip shot on the 6th hole during final round play in the 2013 WGC-Cadillac Championship PGA golf tournament in Doral

U.S. President Barack Obama speaks during a news conference in the East Room of the White House in Washington

A fan stands up to applaud during the match between Nadal and Djokovic in the men

Co-Presidents and Chief Operating Officers of Fox Media Group Randy Freer and Eric Shanks appear during a presentation to announce Fox

Spanish cyclist Contador attends the presentation of the itinerary of the 2013 Tour de France cycling race in Paris

Golfer Watson speaks to the press after being introduced as Ryder Cup captain in New York

Zlateva of Bulgaria celebrates after winning the gold medal against Russia

Players from the Dominican Republic celebrate with the trophy after they defeated Puerto Rico in the final to win the World Baseball Classic in San Francisco

MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL NEGOTIATORS LEAVE OFFICE EN ROUTE TO LABOR TALKS IN NEW YORK.

The McLaren P1 car is pictured during the second media day of the 83rd Geneva Car Show at the Palexpo Arena in Geneva

Los Angeles Kings Brown celebrates with Quick after defeating the Calgary Flames during their NHL game in Los Angeles

Danish cyclist Rolf Sorensen looks on during the Landbouwkrediet-Colnago cycling team presentation i..

Sauber Formula One driver Nico Hulkenberg of Germany drives during the qualifying session of the Australian F1 Grand Prix at the Albert Park circuit in Melbourne

FIFA President Blatter and Brazil

Olympic gold medal sprinter Usain Bolt arrives for the 2013 NBA All-Star basketball game in Houston

Japanese women

Murray of Britain misses serve by Del Potro of Argentina during men

Mercedes Formula One driver Lewis Hamilton of Britain drives during the Australian F1 Grand Prix at the Albert Park circuit in Melbourne

Anaheim Ducks

Team Netherlands manager Meulens watches his players during practice day for the semifinal round of the World Baseball Classic in San Francisco

Sharapova poses with a smaller replica trophy after defeating Wozniacki in their women

Charlotte Bobcats ownerJordan watches as his team plays against the Chicago Bulls during the first half of their NBA basketball game in Charlotte

An aerial view shows a new planted grass at the Maracana Stadium, which is undergoing renovation for the 2014 World Cup, in Rio de Janeiro

Kim Yuna of Korea poses with her gold medal after the ladies free skating at the ISU World Figure Skating Championships in London, Ontario

Tottenham Hotspur

Real Madrid

Nadal smiles after winning men

Nadal celebrates defeating Del Potro of Argentina in men

Del Potro of Argentina holds his runner

Nadal smiles after winning men

Cardinals

Gold medal winner Patrick Chan of Canada arrives for the presentation ceremony at the ISU World Figure Skating Championships in London

Sharapova serves to Wozniack during their women

Slovenia

Neureuther of Germany celebrates winning the season

AEK Athens

Lotus Formula One driver Raikkonen, Ferrari

Rafael Nadal of Spain serves against Tomas Berdych of the Czech Republic during their men

Maria Sharapova of Russia celebrates defeating compatriot Maria Kirilenko in their women

Mercedes Formula One driver Hamilton of Britain, Red Bull Formula One driver Vettel of Germany and Red Bull Formula One driver Webber of Australia look on after the qualifying session of the Australian F1 Grand Prix in Melbourne

United States manager Torre and members of his team react in the ninth inning during their loss to the Dominican Republic in a 2013 World Baseball Classic game in Miami

Gold medal winner Patrick Chan of Canada arrives for the presentation ceremony at the ISU World Figure Skating Championships in London

Davis and White of the U.S. perform their ice dance free dance at the ISU World Figure Skating Championships in London, Ontario

Nadal of Spain returns a volley at the net against Berdych of the Czech Republic during their men

Dominican Republic players Robinson Cano, Fernando Rodney and Carlos Santana celebrate after their team defeated Puerto Rico during a 2013 World Baseball Classic game in Miami

NE Patriots

Ksenia Moskvina of Russia competes in the women

Ligety of the US shows the men

Shiffrin of the US clears a gate during the women

McLaren Formula One driver Sergio Perez of Mexico drives during the qualifying session of the Australian F1 Grand Prix at the Albert Park circuit in Melbourne

Novak Djokovic of Serbia returns a shot against Jo-Wilfried Tsonga of France during their men

Wozniacki returns a shot against Kerber at the BNP Paribas Open WTA tennis tournament in California

Patrick Chan of Canada carries his country

Potro of Argentina returns a shot against Murray of Britain during their men

Victoria Azarenka of Belarus laughs with her boyfriend singer Redfoo during practice as she prepares for the BNP Paribas Open WTA tennis tournament in Indian Wells

New York Mets

Volosozhar and Trankov of Russia perform their free skating program at the ISU World Figure Skating Championships in London

Sergio Garcia of Spain watches his tee shot on the first hole during the second round of the WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship golf tournament in Marana

Levante

Kim Yuna of South Korea falls during a practice session at the ISU World Figure Skating Championships in London, Ontario

Irish golfer Padraig Harrington hits off the 2nd tee against Graeme McDowell during the weather delayed first round of the WGC-Accenture Match Play golf

Bleasdale of Britain reacts after competing in the Pole Vault Women Final at the European Athletics Indoor Championships in Gothenburg

Blackhawks

San Antonio Spurs Leonard beats Dallas Maverick Crowder during the first half of their NBA basketball game in San Antonio

Kim of South Korea skates during practice sessions at the ISU World Figure Skating Championships in London, Ontario

Juan Martin Del Potro of Argentina smiles during his men

Angelique Kerber of Germany returns a shot against Yanina Wickmayer of Belgium during their match at the BNP Paribas Open WTA tennis tournament in Indian Wells, California

Nadal of Spain celebrates defeating Gulbis of Latvia during their men

Ksenia Moskvina of Russia gestures during the medal ceremony for the women

Giant water fountain in the shape of the Stanley Cup, presented to the champions of the National Hockey League, stands on display in Times Square, New York

Fred of Fluminense challenges Ceara and Thiago Carvalho of Cruzeiro during a Brazilian Series A Championship match in Rio de Janeiro

Marcel Hirscher of Austria clears a gate during his first run of the men

Nadal of Spain celebrates defeating Gulbis of Latvia during their men

And Murray of Britain returns a shot against Berlocq of Argentina during their match at the BNP Paribas Open ATP tennis tournament in Indian Wells, California

Canada

Paul McGinley of Ireland reacts near the Ryder Cup during a news conference after being named the European Ryder Cup captain at the St. Regis in Saadiyat Islands in Abu Dhabi

Puerto Rico

Texas Rangers

U.S. team captain Courier watches as John Isner practises before his match against Brazil

To match feature TENNIS/AUSTIN

Lance Armstrong walks back to his car after running at Mount Royal park with fans in Montreal

Slovakia

Lindsey Vonn of the U.S. skis during the women

Aksel Lund Svindal of Norway clears a gate during his first run of the men

Former Iditarod winner Mitch Seavey is hugged by his wife, Janine, before he takes part in the official restart of the Iditarod Race in Willow

Querrey of the U.S. hits a return to Brazil

U.S. players leave the field after defeating Puerto Rico in their 2013 World Baseball Classic game in Miami, Florida

Miami Heat head coach Spoelstra directs his team during the first half of their NBA basketball game against the Utah Jazz in Salt Lake City, Utah

Barcelona

Djokovic of Serbia returns a shot to Dimitrov of Bulgaria at the BNP Paribas Open ATP tennis tournament in Indian Wells, California

Barcelona

Players from Dominican Republic and Italy line up before their World Baseball Classic game in Miami

Barcelona

San Francisco 49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh talks with quarterback Alex Smith during warm ups ahead of the NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game against the Baltimore Ravens in New Orleans

Ice dancers Virtue and Moir of Canada skate during practice sessions at the ISU World Figure Skating Championships in London

Olympic gold medal gymnast Gabrielle Douglas arrives for the Stand Up To Cancer telethon in Los Angeles, California

Dodgers

Roger Federer of Switzerland returns a shot against Ivan Dodig of Croatia during their match at the BNP Paribas Open ATP tennis tournament in Indian Wells, California

Jamaican runner Usain Bolt starts in the men

Gold medallist Fernandez of Spain poses during the award ceremony for the men

Davis and White of the U.S. perform during the ice dance short dance competition at the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating Final in Sochi

Jeff Immelt, Chairman and CEO of General Electric and Roger Goodell, Commissioner of the National Football League (NFL), speak together during a news conference announcing the Head Health Initiative in New York

Cuba

The BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament chief executive officer Moore poses at the BNP Paribas Open ATP and WTA tennis tournament in Indian Wells, California

Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates winning a point during the first set tie breaker against Ryan Harrison of the U.S. during their match at the BNP Paribas Open ATP tennis tournament in Indian Wells, California

Penguins

French cyclist Laurent Jalabert, one of the most successful riders of his generation, smiles ahead o..

Puerto Rico

Sharapova of Russia returns a shot against Navarro of Spain during their match at the BNP Paribas Open WTA tennis tournament in Indian Wells, California

Woods poses with the Gene Sarazen Trophy after winning the 2013 WGC-Cadillac Championship PGA golf tournament in Doral

Woods watches his tee shot on the 16th hole during final round play in the 2013 WGC-Cadillac Championship PGA golf tournament in Doral

Northern Ireland

Seattle Mariners Perez reacts after giving up two-run single to New York Yankees Ibanez in MLB game in New York

Rafael Nadal of Spain hits a return against Ryan Harrison of the U.S. during their match at the BNP Paribas Open ATP tennis tournament in Indian Wells

Hopkins poses for a photo with referee Brown after defeating Cloud in their IBF light heavyweight title in New York

Rafael Nadal of Spain hits a return against Ryan Harrison of the U.S. during their match at the BNP Paribas Open ATP tennis tournament in Indian Wells

Australia Wallabies

Lleyton Hewitt of Australia celebrates defeating John Isner of the U.S. in their match at the BNP Paribas Open ATP tennis tournament in Indian Wells

Champion Martin Buser kisses one of his dogs before the re-start of the Iditarod dog sled race in Willow

Woods lines up a putt on the 13th green during third round play in the 2013 WGC-Cadillac Championship PGA golf tournament in Doral

Northern Ireland

New York Yankees pitcher Mariano Rivera announces he will retire at the end of the season during a press conference ahead of the Yankees MLB baseball game March 9, 2013 at Steinbrenner Field in Tampa

Tour De France race director Prudhomme announces the route of the 2014 tour

Miami Heat guard Wade scores a basket against the Orlando Magic during their NBA basketball game in Miami

Fenninger of Austria clears a gate during the women

Georgia

Ligety of the U.S. reacts after winning the men

Australia Wallabies

Svetlana Kuznetsova of Russia returns a shot against Jelena Jankovic of Serbia during their match at the BNP Paribas Open WTA tennis tournament in Indian Wells, California

Everton

Novak Djokovic of Serbia ponders a trivia question about a fellow tennis player while he is interviewed at the BNP Paribas Open ATP tennis tournament in Indian Wells, California

Senior Dance gold medalists Meryl Davis and Charlie White perform in the "Skating Spectacular" at the U.S. Figure Skating Championships in Omaha, Nebraska

Novak Djokovic of Serbia celebrates correctly answering a trivia question about a fellow tennis player while he is interviewed at the BNP Paribas Open ATP tennis tournament in Indian Wells, California

Northern Ireland

Tiger Woods of the U.S. looks at his putt on the 13th hole during second round play in the 2013 WGC-Cadillac Championship PGA golf tournament in Doral

Tiger Woods of the U.S. walks to the 11th tee following a birdie in Doral

Petra Kvitova of the Czech Republic returns a shot against Olga Govortsova of Belarus during their match at the BNP Paribas Open WTA tennis tournament in Indian Wells, California

Blackmun, chief executive of the U.S. Olympic Committee, speaks at the Reuters Global Media Summit in New York

Anaheim Ducks

Oscar Pistorius stands at the dock before the start of proceedings at a Pretoria magistrates court

Roger Federer of Switzerland talks with coach Paul Annacone during practice at the BNP Paribas Open ATP tennis tournament in Indian Wells, California,

Andy Murray of Britain hits the ball while practicing at the BNP Paribas Open ATP tennis tournament in Indian Wells, California

Oklahoma City Thunder forward Durant passes between New York Knicks

Roger Federer of Switzerland smiles while taking a break during practice at the BNP Paribas Open ATP tennis tournament in Indian Wells, California

Defending Iditarod Champion Lance Mackey runs his team up the starting chute of the official start of Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race in Willow

Tiger Woods of the U.S. watches his shot on the 13th tee during first round play in the 2013 WGC-Cadillac Championship PGA golf tournament in Doral

Detroit Red Wings players celebrate with teammate Niklas Kronwall after he scored the game winning goal against Edmonton Oilers goalie Nikolai Khabibulin during the third period of their NHL hockey game in Detroit

Nadal of Spain hits the ball during a practice session at the BNP Paribas Open ATP tennis tournament in Indian Wells

Tiger Woods of the U.S. hits from the 12th fairway during first round play in the 2013 WGC-Cadillac Championship PGA golf tournament in Doral

A view of the Los Angeles downtown skyline

Kazakhstan

"Blade Runner" Oscar Pistorius stands in the dock during a break in court proceedings at the Pretoria Magistrates court

Milwaukee Bucks

A poker player stacks chips during a poker tournament in a casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, November 8, 2010. REUTERS/Las Vegas Sun/Steve Marcus.

International Tennis Federation President Bitti speaks during a news conference at a hotel in Bangkok

IOC Vice President and chairman of the IOC Evaluation Commission Reedie of Britain leaves after a presentation in Tokyo

An Adidas running shoe with test marks is pictured at the Adidas innovation laboratory in Herzogenaurach

Caroline Wozniacki of Denmark smiles as she is interviewed during a media availability at the BNP Paribas Open WTA tennis tournament in Indian Wells

Victoria Azarenka of Belarus is interviewed during a media availability at the BNP Paribas Open WTA tennis tournament in Indian Wells

Sunil Gulati speaks at a news conference where Juergen Klinsmann was named as the new head coach of the United States men

William Moody, known as WWE Manager Paul Bearer, is pictured in this undated handout photo

Detroit Mayor Dave Bing talks about the future of the city during an interview in Detroit, Michigan

Pacers

Aerial view shows the cluster of the City of Seattle

Bubka attends the last day of the boxing competition at the London Olympics

Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland

Royals

Fletcher celebrates after defending a pass away from Witten during the second half of their NFL football game in Landover, Maryland

Thailand

Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) President John Coates attends a media event in Sydney

Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) President John Coates attends a media event in Sydney

Australia

Freer stands on stage with Fox Sports television personalities in New York

Oklahoma Thunder

Brooklyn Nets C.J. Watson tries to block Sacramento Kings Aaron Brooks in their NBA basketball game in New York

Britain

Florida Panthers Stephen Weiss is congratulated by team mates Sean Bergenheim and Erik Gudbranson after he scored in Toronto

Taiwan players thank the crowd after their WBC qualifying first round game against South Korea in Taichung

Ernie Els of South Africa hits the ball on the 18th green during second round play in the Honda Classic PGA golf tournament in Palm Beach Gardens

Andrew Georgiou of South Africa hits from the rough on the fourth hole during a practice round ahead of the British Open golf championship at Royal Lytham and St Annes

Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban reacts at the end of the first half against the Los Angeles Lakers during their NBA basketball game in Dallas, Texas

Czech Republic

Ukrainian WBO, IBO, IBF and WBA heavyweight boxing world champion Vladimir Klitschko gestures as he celebrates his victory over Polish challenger Mariusz Wach after their title bout in Hamburg

New York Knicks

Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland walks away from the 2nd hole during the first round of play in the Honda Classic PGA golf tournament in Florida

Chicago Blackhawks

Sabres winger Kaleta celebrates his game winning goal against the Flyers during the third period of Game 1 of their NHL Eastern Conference quarter final hockey game in Philadelphia Pennsylvania

New York Yankees

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco celebrates after his team defeated the San Francisco 49ers in the NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game in New Orleans

Cuba

File photo of Steve Mullings of Jamaica at the World Athletics Championships in Berlin

Carolina Hurricanes goalie Cam Ward makes a glove save against the Montreal Canadiens during third period NHL hockey action in Montreal

Sprinter Yohan Blake of Jamaica addresses a news conference during the upcoming Memorial Van Damme, IAAF Diamond League athletics meeting, in Brussels

Lindner

Japan

Michael Thompson of the U.S. walks up to the green after hitting onto the green from off the fairway on the 10th hole during the final round of play in the Honda Classic PGA golf tournament in Palm Beach Gardens

Miami Heat

Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland reacts after hitting the ball into the water near the 18th hole during second round play in the Honda Classic PGA golf tournament in Palm Beach Gardens

Jenn Suhr poses next to the score board after setting a new women

Mercedes GP

Svindal of Norway reacts at the finish of the Alpine Skiing World Cup downhill race in Kvitfjell

Fenninger of Austria speeds down during the women

Arsenal

The crest of English Premier League soccer club Arsenal is seen in front of their home ground, the Emirates Stadium, in London

Jenn Suhr poses next to the score board after setting a new women

Major League Baseball Commissioner Bud Selig speaks at news conference to announce new collective bargaining agreement with players in New York

France

Nadal of Spain wearing a sombrero, poses with his trophy after defeating compatriot Ferrer during their men

Lee Westwood of Britain hits his tee shot on the 3rd hole during the third round of play in the Honda Classic PGA golf tournament in Palm Beach Gardens

The dogs of musher Hendricks charge out of the start gate at the ceremonial start to the Iditarod dog sled race in downtown Anchorage, Alaska

Geoff Ogilvy of Australia hits his tee shot on the 3rd hole during the third round of play in the Honda Classic PGA golf tournament in Palm Beach Gardens

Lee Westwood of Britain hits his tee shot on the 3rd hole during the third round of play in the Honda Classic PGA golf tournament in Palm Beach Gardens

San Antonio Spurs

Djokovic of Serbia poses with the trophy after winning his men

Real Madrid players celebrate after their second goal during their Spanish first division in Madrid

Tiger Woods of the U.S. follows through on a tee shot on the 13th hole during the third round play at the Honda Classic PGA golf tournament in Palm Beach Gardens

Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland reacts after hitting the ball into the water near the 18th hole during second round play in the Honda Classic PGA golf tournament in Palm Beach Gardens

Japan

FIFA President Sepp Blatter speaks during a news conference in St. Petersburg

Theaux of France reacts at the finish of the Alpine Skiing World Cup downhill race in Kvitfjell

Slovenia

UEFA President Platini attends a news conference after the first UEFA Executive Committee reunion of the year at the UEFA headquarters in Nyon

Nadal of Spain hits a return to compatriot Almagro during their men

Ramez Dayoub attends a soccer match in Beirut

Elsom of Australia

Miami Heat

Isner of the U.S. returns the ball to Ferrer of Spain during their Davis Cup World Group semi-final match in Gijon

Williams of the U.S. serves the ball to Azarenka of Belarus during the final match at the Qatar Open tennis tournament in Doha

New Jersey Governor Chris Christie looks on while giving his State of the State address in the assembly chamber in Trenton

Tiger Woods of the U.S. hits the ball at the 9th tee during second round play in the Honda Classic PGA golf tournament in Palm Beach Gardens

Crowds gather on the track before the start of the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Daytona 500 race at the Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach

Japan

Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland walks off the course with his caddie after hitting his ball into the water at the 18th hole during second round play in the Honda Classic PGA golf tournament in Palm Beach Gardens

Ball boy holds tennis balls ahead of the French Open tennis tournament at the Roland Garros stadium in Paris

Tomas Berdych of Czech Republic hits a return to Roger Federer of Switzerland during their men

Labourers work on a football stadium that is being built for the 2013 South East Asian Games in Naypyitaw

Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland walks away from the 2nd hole during the first round of play in the Honda Classic PGA golf tournament in Florida

Sass of Fairbanks, Alaska, takes his team towards Nome at the official re-start of the 40th Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race in Willow

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un and former NBA star Dennis Rodman watch an exhibition basketball game in Pyongyang

Weirather of Liechtenstein speeds down during the women

Japan

Mark Mastrov, founder, 24 Hour Fitness at the 2008 Milken Institute Global Conference in Beverly Hills

Nadal of Spain celebrates victory against Mayer of Argentina during men

Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) President John Coates attends a media event in Sydney

Cuba

Camilo Villegas of Colombia tees off on the 5th tee during the second round of the Memorial Tournament at Muirfield Village Golf Club in Dublin

MYSTICS HOLDSCLAW CELEBRATES DURING WNBA EASTERN CONFERENCE FINALS.

The Los Angeles Galaxy team poses before playing against the Houston Dynamo before the MLS Cup championship soccer game in Carson

Lance Armstrong takes part in a special session regarding cancer in the developing world during the Clinton Global Initiative in New York

Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. of Mexico is treated in his corner between rounds during his bout against Sergio Martinez of Argentina at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas

Wizards

Woods of the U.S. hits the ball at the 16th tee during first round play in the Honda Classic PGA golf tournament in Palm Beach Gardens

Djokovic of Serbia celebrates after his men

The pack of riders cycles past fields during the 4th stage of the Tour de France cycling race

Toronto Maple Leafs

Golden State Warriors

NASCAR driver Kyle Larson and his Chevrolet end up in the fence during the final lap crash during the during the NASCAR Nationwide Series 32nd Annual DRIVE4COPD 300 at the Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach

Indiana

McIlroy hits off the 8th tee against Lowry during first round of the WGC-Accenture Match Play golf

Henry Cejudo of the U.S. celebrates after defeating Tomohiro Matsunaga of Japan in their 55kg men

Florida Marlins

Miyazato of Japan hits along the fourth fairway during the ProAm at the LPGA Canadian Women

New York Knicks

Tiger Woods of the U.S. hits off the second tee against his compatriot Charles Howell III during the weather delayed first round of the WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship golf tournament in Marana

San Francisco 49ers

Roger Federer of Switzerland hits a return to Spain

Sacramento Kings

Philadelphia Flyers Simon Gagne celebrates his goal on the Boston Bruins during the third period in Game 7 of their NHL Eastern Conference semi-final hockey game in Boston

The U.S. head coach Krzyzewski watches his team against Spain during their men

Former Argentine soccer star Maradona gestures during a news conference in Naples

Olazabal of Spain watches the ball during the second round of the Commercial Bank Qatar Masters at the Doha

Chinese golfer Guan walks during the Australian Open golf tournament in Sydney

Keegan Bradley of the U.S. reacts to his tee shot on the sixth hole during the final round of the World Challenge golf tournament in Thousand Oaks

Woods loses to Howell at the WGC-Accenture Match Play golf in Marana, Arizona

USAIN BOLT PRESSER SWEDEN

Philippines Juvic Pagunsan is silhouetted against a lake while hitting from the 17th hole fairway during third round of the Volvo Masters of Asia golf tournament

Former NBA Chicago Bulls player Dennis Rodman shares a light moment during a news conference inside a mall of Asia Arena in Manila

Toronto Raptors Lowry is fouled by Washington Wizards Wall during the first half of their NBA basketball game in Toronto

Visitors look at pictures of Brazilian Formula One driver Ayrton Senna displayed at the "Ayrton Senn..

NASCAR driver Kyle Larson and his Chevrolet end up in the fence during the final lap crash during the during the NASCAR Nationwide Series 32nd Annual DRIVE4COPD 300 at the Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady walks off the field after throwing an interception against the the Baltimore Ravens in the final minutes of the fourth quarter of the NFL AFC Championship football game in Foxborough

A general view shows the Swiss mountain resort of St. Moritz

Montgomerie of Scotland tees off during the first round of the Barclays Singapore Open golf tournament in Sentosa

Washington Capitals goalie Holtby puts on his mask as he works out at the team

Pistons guard Will Bynum drives the ball past New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony in London

England

Germany

Japan Wrestling Federation president Fukuda attends a news conference in Tokyo

Australia

Kuchar of the U.S. holds the trophy after beating Hunter Mahan 2&1 during the championship match of the WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship golf tournament in Marana

Jimmie Johnson poses next to the trophy after he won the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Daytona 500 race at the Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach

Mahan of the U.S. hits out of the bushes on the 17th hole during the championship match of the WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship golf tournament in Marana

NASCAR driver Danica Patrick greets fans before the start of the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Daytona 500 race at the Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach

New York Yankees outfielder Granderson poses for a photograph during media photo day at the team

Jimmie Johnson celebrates atop his number 48 Chevrolet after he won the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Daytona 500 race at the Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach

Kuchar of the U.S. tees off on the 16th hole as Mahan of the U.S. watches in the background during the championship match of the WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship golf tournament in Marana

Mavericks

Spain

Mahan of the U.S. watches his tee shot on the third hole during the semifinal round of the WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship golf tournament in Marana

Manchester City

Maze of Slovenia celebrates after winning the Women

USA

Oscar Pistorius

Los Angeles Clippers

Runners fill the street at the start of the Tokyo Marathon in Tokyo

Montreal Canadiens Eller celebrates his goal over the New York Rangers with teammates during second period NHL hockey action in Montreal

Kei Nishikori of Japan celebrates during his men

Day of Australia hits his second shot on the 18th hole during the quarterfinal round of the WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship golf tournament in Marana

Poulter of England watches his approach shot on the 11th hole during the quarterfinal round of the WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship golf tournament in Marana

NASCAR driver Tony Stewart avoids a crash to win the NASCAR Nationwide Series DRIVE4COPD 300 race at the Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach

Kvitova of the Czech Republic kisses the winner

Oscar Pistorius stands in the dock ahead of court proceedings at the Pretoria magistrates court

Downey Christian high school varsity basketball player Julian Newman participates in Friday evening pickup basketball games in Orlando

Ghana

Innerhofer from Italy reacts in the finish area in the men

Ruiz Castillo of Spain reacts after winning the Women

John Kirwan greets well-wishers as Japan arrives at Auckland International airport for the Rugby World Cup

Golden State Warriors Jack celebrates after making a three-point basket against the San Antonio Spurs late in regulation play during the second half of their NBA basketball game in Oakland

Blackhawks Hossa, Toews, and Oduya celebrate with goalie Emery after their NHL hockey game against the San Jose Sharks in Chicago

Australia

Colsaerts of Belgium watches his second shot on the first hole during the second round of the WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship golf tournament in Marana

Poulter of England shakes hands with Van Pelt of the U.S. on the 17th hole after their second round match of the WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship golf tournament in Marana

Oilers celebrate goal against Kings during their NHL hockey game in Edmonton

Poulter of England watches his second shot on the 17th hole during the second round of the WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship golf tournament in Marana

Piercy of the U.S. watches his tee shot on the 11th hole during the second round of the WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship golf tournament in Marana

Islanders goalie DiPietro makes a save against Senators Neil during their NHL hockey game in Ottawa

NBA basketball player Bryant of U.S. poses with electric guitar during a charity basketball game in Shanghai

Kvitova of the Czech Republic hits a return to Caroline Wozniacki of Denmark during their women

Fowler reacts on the 9th green against Pettersson during first round of the WGC-Accenture Match Play golf

Lance Armstrong takes part in a special session regarding cancer in the developing world during the Clinton Global Initiative in New York

Oscar Pistorius stands at the dock before the start of proceedings at a Pretoria magistrates court

Miami Heat

Toronto Maple Leafs Bozak and teammate van Riemsdyk celebrate van Riemsdyk

Australia

Woods loses to Howell at the WGC-Accenture Match Play golf in Marana, Arizona

McIlroy reacts in sand trap on 18th against Lowry during first round of the WGC-Accenture Match Play golf in Marana

File photo of Roger Federer of Switzerland posing with children during the opening of the Qatar Open tennis tournament in Doha

Orlando Magic

Kevin Harvick celebrates in the victory lane with his crew after winning the first NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Budweiser Duel at the Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach

Winnipeg Jets

Ireland

Jets

Spanish golfer Sergio Garcia hits off the 17th tee against Thailand

Olympic gold medal sprinter Usain Bolt arrives for the 2013 NBA All-Star basketball game in Houston

Rafael Cabrera-Bello of Spain warms up on the driving range during the weather delayed first round of the WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship golf tourament in Marana

Ferrari

Sacramento Kings

Stosur of Australia hits a return to Vinci of Italy during their women

Secretary General of INTERPOL Ronald Noble speaks during a match-fixing conference in Kuala Lumpur

Undated picture supplied by Sri Lankan Ministry of Defence shows LTTE leader Prabhakaran with members of his family

File photo of Los Angeles Dodgers head coach Torre talking to Garagiola Sr. before playing the Chicago White Sox in a MLB spring training game in Glendale

Pittsburgh Penguins goalie Vokoun watches a puck shot by Philadelphia Flyers Voracek go into the net during their NHL game in Pittsburgh

Vancouver Canucks

Pistorius stands in the dock during a break in court proceedings at the Pretoria Magistrates court

Toronto Raptors Anderson is fouled by Memphis Grizzlies Allen as Grizzlies Conley looks on during the second half of their NBA basketball game in Toronto

Sarah Hammer of the U.S. rides to win the gold medal during the women

Marino of Canada hits a return to Pervak of Kazakhstan during their Memphis International women

Poulter of England hits off the third tee during the first round of the WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship golf tournament in Marana

New England Patriots corner back Alfonzo Dennard (L) breaks up a pass intended for Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Tandon Doss during the third quarter in the NFL AFC Championship football game in Foxborough

Buffalo Sabres coach Ruff watches during NHL hockey game against Toronto Maple Leafs in Buffalo,

AC Milan

A World Golf Championship sign is covered in snow after play was suspended during the first round of the WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship golf tournament in Marana

Lance Armstrong walks back to his car after running at Mount Royal park with fans in Montreal

Roger Federer of Switzerland attends a news conference after he was defeated in his men

McLaren

Boston Red Sox manager John Farrell watches his players warm up during a workout at the team

Spain

Serena Williams of the U.S. listens during a news conference at the WTA Dubai Tennis Championships in Dubai

Radwanska of Poland hits a return to Putintseva of Kazakhstan during their women

Britain

Pistorius stands in the dock during a break in court proceedings at the Pretoria Magistrates court

Blackhawks

Tiger Woods of the U.S. laughs during a news conference before a practice round for the WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship golf tournament in Marana

Donald of England watches his tee shot on the ninth hole during a practice round for the WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship golf tournament in Marana

Mayweather Jr. of U.S. sits as he waits to start during his title fight against Cotto of Puerto Rico at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas

Arsenal

Argentine former soccer star Maradona attends the final session of the first day of the Dubai International Sports Conference

McIlroy of Northern Ireland watches his tee shot during practice for the WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship golf tournament in Marana

McIlroy of Northern Ireland watches his tee shot during practice for the WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship golf tournament in Marana

Ferrari

Blackmun, chief executive of the U.S. Olympic Committee, attends the Reuters Global Media Summit in New York

Former cyclist Tyler Hamilton of the U.S. testifies through video conference from the Spanish Embassy in Washington, during Operacion Puerto doping trial in Madrid

McIlroy of Northern Ireland watches his tee shot during practice for the WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship golf tournament in Marana

Oscar Pistorius of South Africa celebrates winning the Men

David Howman, President of WADA attends a news conference during the European Commission Sport Forum in Budapest

Marin Cilic of Croatia reacts during his men

Montreal Canadiens goalie Peter Budaj makes a save against Carolina Hurricanes Jiri Tlusty during first period NHL hockey action in Montreal

Los Angeles Lakers owner Jerry Buss leaves following NBA labor meetings in New York

NBA All-Star Chris Paul of the Los Angeles Clippers holds up the MVP trophy after the 2013 NBA All-Star basketball game in Houston

St. Louis Blues Tarasenko is checked by Vancouver Canucks Tanev and Volpatti during the second period of their NHL hockey game in Vancouver

NBA All-Star Durant of the Thunder drives the ball past All-Star George of the Pacers during the NBA All-Star basketball game in Houston

Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland leaves the 18th green at the end of his match during the second round of the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship

John Merrick of the U.S. tees off on the second hole during the final round of the Northern Trust Open golf tournament at Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles

Merrick of the U.S. tees off on the ninth hole with the clubhouse above the ninth green during the final round of the Northern Trust Open golf tournament in Los Angeles

Former NBA player Yao Ming looks on during the NBA basketball All-Star weekend in Houston

NASCAR Sprint Cup Series driver Danica Patrick, of the number 10 car, waves to the crowd as she makes her way into victory lane to celebrate securing the pole position for the upcoming Daytona 500, with fellow Sprint Cup driver and inside pole winner Jeff

U.S. President Obama delivers remarks after the House of Representatives acted on legislation intended to avoid the "fiscal cliff," at the White House in Washington

Rafael Nadal of Spain holds up the trophy after winning his final match against David Nalbandian of Argentina at the Brazil Open tennis tournament in Sao Paulo

Azarenka of Belarus holds her trophy after defeating Williams of U.S. during the final match at the Qatar Open tennis tournament in Doha

Fichardt of South Africa reacts on the 18th hole during the third round of the Qatar Masters golf tournament in Doha

Second placed Felix Neureuther of Germany, first placed Marcel Hirscher of Austria and third placed Mario Matt of Austria celebrate on the podium after the men

Ko of New Zealand plays her tee shot on the first hole during the second round of the British Women

Nadal of Spain returns a shot to Alund of Argentina during his men

East All-Star Terrence Ross of the Toronto Raptors competes in the slam dunk contest during the NBA basketball All-Star weekend in Houston

Maple Leafs McLaren celebrates his goal against Senators goalie Anderson and Methot during their NHL hockey game in Toronto

Bill Haas of the U.S. tees off on the 12th hole during the third round of the Northern Trust Open golf tournament in Los Angeles

Nick Faldo of England watches his tee shot on the 10th hole during first round play at the British Open golf championship on the Old Course in St. Andrews

NBA All-Stars Durant, Paul, James, Griffin and Wade watch a fan dance contest during practice for the NBA All-Star basketball game in Houston

Serena Williams of the U.S. returns the ball to Maria Sharapova of Russia during their women

Jamaica

Del Potro of Argentina hits a forehand to Dimitrov of Bulgaria during their men

Sky Procycling

Toro Rosso Formula One driver Jaime Alguersuari of Spain arrives for the news conference ahead of the South Korean F1 Grand Prix in Yeongam

First placed Mikaela Shiffrin of the U.S. reacts on the podium during the flower ceremony after the women

Bolt warms up before the start of the NBA All-Star celebrity basketball game in Houston

Los Angeles Lakers owner Jerry Buss leaves following NBA labor meetings in New York

Luke Donald tees off on the 17th hole during the Northern Trust Open golf tournament at Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles

Green Bay Packers cornerback Woodson intercepts the ball against Chicago Bears wide receiver Bennett in the second half during their NFL football game in Green Bay, Wisconsin

Miami Heat guard Payton looks back at officials in the first half of NBA action against the Bucks in Milwaukee

Undated handout shows midfielder Robbie Rogers of the U.S. national soccer team

MOSES KIPTANUI IN 3000 M RACE IN STOCKHOLM.

Roger Federer of Switzerland attends a news conference after he was defeated in his men

Gold medallist Ligety of U.S. bites gold medals during medal ceremony of men

Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina hits a return to Jeremy Chardy of France during their men

Maria Sharapova of Russia reacts after defeating Samantha Stosur of Australia during their women

First placed Ted Ligety of the U.S. celebrates on the podium during the flower ceremony after the men

South African

Miami Heat forward James reacts after being called for a technical foul against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first half of their NBA basketball game in Oklahoma City

Garcia of Spain waves on the seventh hole during the first round of the Northern Trust Open golf tournament in Los Angeles

Brandt Jobe of the U.S. tees off on the 18th hole during the second round of the 93rd PGA Championship golf tournament at the Atlanta Athletic Club in Johns Creek

Roger Federer of Switzerland attends a news conference after he was defeated in his men

Matt Kuchar of the U.S. chips onto the fourth green during the third round of the Sony Open golf tournament in Honolulu, Hawaii

Azarenka of Belarus serves to Mchale of U.S during women

Ottawa Senators

Team Britain cycling performance director David Brailsford attends the UCI Track Cycling World Cup at the Olympic Velodrome in London

Former San Francisco Giants outfielder Barry Bonds leaves the U.S. federal courthouse following his sentencing hearing in San Francisco

Roger Federer of Switzerland attends a news conference after he was defeated in his men

Houston Rockets Lin looks on against New York Knicks in NBA basketball game at Madison Square Garden in New York

Boston Celtics

Pittsburgh Penguins goalie Fleury blocks a shot by Otttawa Senators

U.S. vice captain Couples responds to the crowds cheers as the team arrives on the first hole for the start of their practice round at the 39th Ryder Cup matches at the Medinah Country Club

U.S. golfer Phil Mickelson hits off the 11th tee of the north course at Torrey Pines during first round play at the Farmers Insurance Open in San Diego

Nadal of Spain hits a return next to Nalbandian of Argentina during their men

Ernie Els of South Africa acknowledges spectators on 18th green during WGC-HSBC Champions Tournament at Mission Hills in Dongguan

Donald of England hits onto the 18th green during the fourth and final round of the DP World Tour Championship at Jumeirah Golf Estates in Dubai

Adidias logos are seen on the company

Real Madrid

Orlando Magic forward Hedo Turkoglu of Turkey celebrates near the end of Game 1 of their first round NBA Eastern Conference basketball playoffs against the Indiana Pacers in Indianapolis

Nuggets

Finnish manager Jarmo Kekalainen attends a news conference in Helsinki

Wilson Kipsang, the 2012 London Marathon winner and Olympic bronze medallist, poses for a picture during a Reuters interview at his newly opened hotel Keellu in Iten

Real Madrid

Paris Saint Germain

Azarenka of Belarus serves ball to Oprandi of Switzerland during women

IOC President Rogge gestures during a news conference at the end of a two-day Executive Board meeting in Lausanne

Portland Trail Blazers

Anaheim Ducks

Raptors

Maple Leafs goalie Reimer is seen in the pre-game spotlight before they play the Flyers in their NHL hockey game in Toronto

England

Knicks forward Ronnie Brewer fouls Celtics guard Leandro Barbosa during their NBA game in New York

U.S. golfer Woods hits his second shot off the 17th fairway during final round play at the Farmers Insurance Open in San Diego

Seattle Mariners Hernandez throws against the Toronto Blue Jays during their MLB game in Toronto

U.S. golfer Brandt Snedeker hits a driver off the 10th tee of the south course at Torrey Pines during first round play at the Farmers Insurance Open in San Diego

Williams of U.S returns the ball to Gavrilova of Russia during women

Real Madrid

South Korea

Donald of Britain hits out of a bunker on the 17th hole during the final round of the DP World Tour Championship at Jumeirah Golf Estates in Dubai

To match feature DOPING/FAHEY

Spain

Esther Vergeer of the Netherlands serves, with her partner Sharon Walraven of the Netherlands, to Marjolein Buis of the Netherlands and Annick Sevenans of Belgium, during their wheelchair doubles match at the Wimbledon tennis championships in London

Union Cycliste Internationale President McQuaid leaves a procedural hearing in London

Atlanta Braves

Maple Leafs goalie Reimer stands while the Canadian national anthem is played as fans hold a giant Canadian flag before his team plays the Flyers in their NHL hockey game in Toronto

Chicago Bulls

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick watches from the sidelines during their NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers in Philadelphia

Roger Federer of Switzerland reacts during his men

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Justin Verlander watches from the dugout in the seventh inning during Game 1 of the MLB World Series baseball championship against the San Francisco Giants in San Francisco

New York Yankees outfielders Mesa, Granderson and Neal take to the field during an informal workout at the team

Ted Ligety of the U.S. skis during the men

Joerg Jaksche of Germany cycles in pouring rain during the individual time-trial stage of the Tour de Suisse cycling race from Kerzers to Berne

Spain

UCI president McQuaid poses before an interview with Reuters in Aigle

U.S. golfer Brandt Snedeker hits a drives off the 11th tee of the south course at Torrey Pines during first round play at the Farmers Insurance Open in San Diego

New York Knicks Carmelo Anthony tries to pass against Los Angeles Clippers DeAndre Jorda in NBA game in New York

FIFA president Blatter reacts during a news conference after being re-elected as president of world soccer

Gasquet of France reacts during his match against Haas of Germany during the French Open tennis tournament at the Roland Garros stadium in Paris

Nadia Fanchini of Italy, Marion Rolland of France and Maria Hoefl-Riesch of Germany celebrate on the podium during the flower ceremony after the women

Ko of New Zealand plays her third shot from the bunker on the first hole during the second round of the British Women

Spain

Marion Rolland of France reacts during the women

Richard Sterne of South Africa hits out of a bunker at the third green during the fourth and final round of the Dubai Desert Classic

Vancouver Canucks Schroeder is congratulated by teammates Hansen and Raymond after scoring his second goal of night during NHL hockey in Vancouver

Cleveland Cavaliers Gee gets the ball knocked away by Denver Nuggets Iguodala during the first quarter of their NBA basketball game in Cleveland

Bolt speaks as Fraser-Pryce looks on after being presented with the National Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year awards in Kingston

Maxime Machenaud of France struggles with Mike Phillips of Wales during their Six Nations rugby match against France at the Stade de France in Saint-Denis near Paris

U.S. golfer Brandt Snedeker hits a driver off the 10th tee of the south course at Torrey Pines during first round play at the Farmers Insurance Open in San Diego

Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Kobe Bryant reacts after a play against the Charlotte Bobcats during the second half of their NBA basketball game in Charlotte

Itlay

Aksel Lund Svindal of Norway skis during the men

Aksel Lund Svindal of Norway skis during the men

U.S. golfer Brandt Snedeker watches his drive off the 10th tee of the south course at Torrey Pines during first round play at the Farmers Insurance Open in San Diego

St. Louis Cardinals third baseman David Freese is unable to reach a single by San Francisco Giants

Philadelphia 76ers Jason Richardson drives on the Denver Nuggets Andre Miller during their NBA basketball game in Philadelphia

Former MLB player Curt Schilling talks with a reporter at the Electronic Entertainment Expo in Los Angeles

Mercedes Formula One racing driver Lewis Hamilton of Britain attends a news conference at the Jerez racetrack in southern Spain

U.S. Vice Joe Biden with Mike Eruzione at the women

Arizona Diamondbacks

The Superdome is darkened during a power outage in the NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game in New Orleans

Omega Pharma-Quick Step

President World Anti-Doping Agency John Fahey speaks during a workshop session at the end the Global Sports Forum in Barcelona

Pittsburgh Penguins goaltender Fleury is congratulated by teammates after his NHL hockey game victory against the Washington Capitals in Pittsburgh

Mahan tees off on the sixth hole during the Pro-Am round of the World Challenge golf tournament in Thousand Oaks

A sex worker talks to a man outside a hotel in the Geylang red light district in Singapore

Los Angeles Lakers

Australia

Boston Bruins goalie Tim Thomas makes a save against the Washington Capitals during the third period in Game 7 of their NHL Eastern Conference quarter-final hockey playoff series in Boston

Morris runs through the Dallas Cowboys line during the first half of their NFL football game in Landover, Maryland

New Orleans Saints Gregg Williams watches his team prepare for their NFL football game against Tampa Bay Buccaneers in New Orleans

Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh celebrates as owner Steve Bisciotti holds up the trophy in the NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game in New Orleans

Toronto Raptors

Lance Armstrong takes part in a special session regarding cancer in the developing world during the Clinton Global Initiative in New York

Mercedes Formula One racing driver Nico Rosberg of Germany walks at the Jerez racetrack in southern Spain

Minnesota Vikings running back Peterson accepts the NFL MVP award during the NFL Honors awards show in New Orleans

Red Bull Formula One driver Vettel is seen in the paddock during a training session at the Jerez racetrack in southern Spain

New Orleans Saints Gregg Williams watches his team prepare for their NFL football game against Tampa Bay Buccaneers in New Orleans

Los Angeles Lakers

Jamaica

Celtics

Mark Bourne of Australia reacts to winning as he crosses the finish line on the observation deck of the 86th floor of the Empire State Building in New York

Lance Armstrong takes part in a special session regarding cancer in the developing world during the Clinton Global Initiative in New York

U.S. golfer Phil Mickelson hits off the 11th tee of the north course at Torrey Pines during first round play at the Farmers Insurance Open in San Diego

England

Dempsey of the U.S. is challenged by Honduras

Spain

England

New York Rangers

New York Giants

U.S. golfer Woods holds the trophy after winning the Farmers Insurance Open in San Diego

Green Bay Packers

Russia

South Korean golfer K.J. Choi hits off the 2nd tee during weather delayed third round play at the Farmers Insurance Open in San Diego

Driver Grosjean from Team France holds up Race of Champions trophy after winning over Kristensen from Team All Stars at Rajamangala National Stadium in Bangkok

Mercedes Formula One racing driver Lewis Hamilton of Britain attends a news conference at the Jerez racetrack in southern Spain

Gold medallist Ted Ligety of the U.S. reacts on the podium after the men

Superintendent Ho assistant director of media relations of Singapore Police Force, listens to questions from journalists on the international match-fixing scam at the Ministry of Home Affairs in Singapore

Los Angeles Lakers

Nadal of Spain returns a shot during men

San Francisco 49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh reacts on the sidelines in the NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game in New Orleans

Ferrari Formula One driver Alonso of Spain and Massa of Brasil pose near the new Ferrari F138 Formula One car

Karabatic, former Montpellier handball club player, attends a news conference at the PAUC Handball club in Aix-en-Provence

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Carpenter looks to catcher Molina in the fourth inning as he pitches against the San Francisco Giants in Game 6 of their MLB NLCS playoff baseball series in San Francisco

Super Bowl XLVII champion Baltimore Ravens Ray Lewis carries in NFL championship trophy at victory rally in Baltimore

Barcelona

Lindsey Vonn of the U.S. skis during the women

Lance Armstrong takes part in a special session regarding cancer in the developing world during the Clinton Global Initiative in New York

McLaren Formula One drivers Jenson Button and Sergio Perez pose at the unveiling of the McLaren MP4-28 at the company

Bulls small forward Butler blocks the shot of Lakers small forward Metta World Peace during the first half of their NBA basketball game in Chicago

Lindsey Vonn of the U.S. is airlifted after crashing during the women

Britain

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Max Scherzer leaves the field after the third out of the second inning against the San Francisco Giants during Game 4 of the MLB World Series baseball championship in Detroit

Heat

Hurricanes

Baltimore Ravens

Spanish tennis player Nadal is assisted with his knee bandage as he talks to his uncle and coach Toni before a training session at country club Las Salinas in Vina del Mar City

Andy Murray of Britain hits a return to Novak Djokovic of Serbia during their men

Ex-Rangers

Ottawa Senators

Head coach of the U.S. national soccer team Klinsmann of Germany looks at his players during a practice session at the Azteca stadium in Mexico City

Mercedes Formula One racing driver Hamilton of Britain and teammate Rosberg of Germany unveil the new Mercedes W04 Formula One car during its presentation at the Jerez racetrack

Beyonce performs during half-time show of NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game in New Orleans

The trophy for the UEFA Champions League is seen on the pitch prior to the Champions League soccer match between Bayern Munich and Olympique Marseille in Munich

Baltimore Ravens Quarterback Joe Flacco is presented with a 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray for being named Super Bowl XLVII MVP in New Orleans

Sandy Lyle of Scotland hits from the second tee during first round play in the 2010 Masters golf tournament at the Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta

Ravens free safety Reed hoists Lombardi Trophy following victory in Super Bowl XLVII in New Orleans

Mercedes Formula One racing driver Hamilton of Britain and teammate Rosberg of Germany use Blackberry devices during the presentation of the new Mercedes W04 Formula One car at the Jerez racetrack

Team Canada

Baltimore Ravens

San Francisco 49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh reacts on the sidelines in the NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game in New Orleans

San Francisco 49ers and Baltimore Ravens players gather on the field during a power outage in the NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game in New Orleans

Baltimore Ravens

San Francisco 49ers tackle Joe Staley battles Baltimore Ravens defensive end Arthur Jones in the NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game in New Orleans

Baltimore Ravens

Ravens

Ravens

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Flacco passes under pressure from San Francisco 49ers Bowman in the NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game in New Orleans

The Superdome is darkened during a power outage in the NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game in New Orleans

Canada

U.S. golfer Phil Mickelson hits off the 11th tee of the north course at Torrey Pines during first round play at the Farmers Insurance Open in San Diego

Baltimore Ravens fans cheer in front of the Superdome before the NFL Super Bowl XLVII in New Orleans

Stephen Gallacher of Scotland poses with the trophy at the 18th green after the fourth and final round of the Dubai Desert Classic

Minnesota Vikings running back Peterson accepts the NFL MVP award during the NFL Honors awards show in New Orleans

Dallas Cowboys Jason Witten holds the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award after it was presented to him during the NFL Honors award show in New Orleans

Minnesota Vikings running back Peterson accepts the NFL MVP award during the NFL Honors awards show in New Orleans

Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III accepts the the award for the NFL Offensive Rookie of the year during the NFL Honors award show in New Orleans

Washington Capitals defenseman Erskine has a drink as he works out at the team

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Sapp, former Minnesota Vikings Carter, former Baltimore Ravens Ogden and former Dallas Cowboys Allen stand together after being named to the Pro Football Hall of Fame at the 2013 Class of Enshrinement show in New Orleans

Brazil

U.S. golfer Phil Mickelson hits off the 11th tee of the north course at Torrey Pines during first round play at the Farmers Insurance Open in San Diego, California January 24, 2013.

U.S. golfer Woods hits his second shot off the 17th fairway during final round play at the Farmers Insurance Open in San Diego

Berdych of the Czech Republic and his team mate Rosol shake hands with Wawrinka and Chiudinelli of Switzerland after winning their Davis Cup world group round 1 tennis doubles match at Palexpo in Geneva

Berdych of the Czech Republic and his team mate Rosol shake hands with Wawrinka and Chiudinelli of Switzerland after winning their Davis Cup world group round 1 tennis doubles match at Palexpo in Geneva

Nadal hits a return during a training session at country club Las Salinas in Vina del Mar city

San Francisco 49ers head coach Jim and his brother, Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh, appear during their joint press conference ahead of the NFL

San Francisco 49ers

Baltimore Ravens Torrey Smith throws a ball during a practice at the Superdome ahead of the NFL

Fans wearing San Francisco 49ers jerseys ride a horse-drawn carriage through the French Quarter in New Orleans

Gallacher of Scotland lines up his shot at eighth green during third round of the Dubai Desert Classic at the Emirates Golf Club

Sauber Formula One team principal Kaltenborn poses with F1 drivers Hulkenberg and Gutierrez after unveiling the C32-Ferrari car at the company

Rabobank Cycling Team rider Sanchez of Spain cycles in a break away during the 14th stage of the 99th Tour de France cycling race between Limoux and Foix

Vancouver Canucks

Canada

Brooklyn Nets Kris Humphries shoots between Chicago Bulls Taj Gibson and Luol Deng in NBA game in New York

Maze of Slovenia celebrates after winning the World Cup Women

John Isner of the U.S. hits a return to Brazil

Djokovic of Serbia returns the ball to Rochus of Belgium during their world group first round match in the Davis Cup tennis tournament in Charleroi

Executive Director of the NBA player

Djokovic of Serbia returns the ball to Rochus of Belgium during their world group first round match in the Davis Cup tennis tournament in Charleroi

L.A. Clippers

NFL Commissioner Goodell listens to a question during his annual press conference ahead of the NFL

Sports Illustrated swimsuit model Kate Upton appears in a Super Bowl 2013 advertisement for Mercedes-Benz

Oregon Ducks Kenjon Barner runs past Kansas State Wildcats Arthur Brown during the Fiesta Bowl football game in Glendale

San Francisco 49ers head coach Jim and his brother, Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh, appear during their joint press conference ahead of the NFL

Dallas Cowboys

San Francisco 49ers tackle Joe Staley, guard Joe Looney, and guard Al Netter work on blocking drills during a NFL Super Bowl XLVII football practice in New Orleans

Sterne of South Africa watches his shot from the fourth tee during the second round of the Dubai Desert Classic at the Emirates Golf Club

San Francisco 49ers fans celebrate on Bourbon Street in the French Quarter during Super Bowl week in New Orleans

Spain

International Olympic Committee President Jacques Rogge answers a reporter

San Francisco 49ers tackle Joe Staley, guard Joe Looney, and guard Al Netter work on blocking drills during a NFL Super Bowl XLVII football practice in New Orleans

San Francisco 49ers defensive back Chris Culliver runs during a NFL Super Bowl XLVII football practice in New Orleans

File photo of NHL Commissioner Bettman announcing the end of labor negotiations between the NHL and NHLPA in New York

Soccer player Beckham presents his new jersey after a news conference in Paris

49ers quarterback Kaepernick hands off to running back Gore during practice for the Super Bowl in New Orleans

Singh of Fiji holds the Fedex Cup after the conclusion of the Tour Championship golf tournament at East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta.

Beyonce performs the National Anthem during the halftime show press conference ahead of the NFL

Marussia Formula One test driver Chilton drives during the first practice session of the Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix at the Yas Marina circuit on Yas Island

File photo of Baltimore Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti in Baltimore

49ers cornerback Brown stretches with the rest of his team before practice for the Super Bowl in New Orleans

Soccer player Beckham presents his new jersey after a news conference in Paris

Novak Djokovic of Serbia celebrates defeating Andy Murray of Britain in their men

Former champion Mark O

Sterne of South Africa hits a shot from the eighth fairway during the first round of the Dubai Desert Classic at the Emirates Golf Club

Memphis Grizzlies

49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh and Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh are shown in this combo photo at Super Bowl Media Day in New Orleansz

Baltimore Ravens inside linebacker Ray Lewis warms up during a NFL Super Bowl XLVII football practice in New Orleans

New York Rangers

49ers quarterback Kaepernick throws a pass as head coach Harbaugh looks on during practice for the Super Bowl in New Orleans

49ers quarterback Kaepernick leads his team in stretching during practice for the Super Bowl in New Orleans

Dr. Phil McGraw interviews Ronaiah Tuiasosopo on the set of his show in this handout photo

Jerry Sandusky (C) leaves the Centre County Courthouse after his sentencing in his child sex abuse case in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania October 9, 2012. REUTERS/Pat Little

San Francisco 49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh directs his players into position for their team picture during Media Day for the NFL

Former Brazilian soccer players attend the launch of the 2014 World Cup poster in Rio de Janeiro

Astana rider Armstrong of the U.S. arrives at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Enniskerry

Spanish tennis player Rafa Nadal poses after an interview with Reuters in Madrid

Spain

New York Rangers

Baltimore Ravens inside linebacker Ray Lewis speaks to journalists during Media Day for the NFL

Cuban pitcher Jose Contreras meets fans in Havana

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Alex Smith walks on the field after he was not given a booth to answers question from journalists during Media Day for the NFL

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco answers questions from journalists during Media Day for the NFL

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick smiles as he answers questions during Media Day for the NFL

Baltimore Ravens inside linebacker Ray Lewis speaks to journalists during Media Day for the NFL

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Randy Moss speaks during Media Day for the NFL

New York Yankees

New York Giants tackle Sean Lockler is loaded on to a cart after suffering an injury against the Washington Redskins in the second half of their NFL football game in Landover, Maryland December 3, 2012. REUTERS/Gary Cameron

Sacramone of the U.S. celebrates on the podium with her gold medal after winning the women

Lee Westwood of England plays a shot out of the bunker on the 14th hole during the final of the 2012 Nedbank Golf Challenge in Sun City

Canadiens

Vancouver Canucks

Brooklyn Nets forward Bogans cuts between Orlando Magic guard Redick and forward Davis to steal the ball in the fourth quarter of their NBA basketball game in New York

Baltimore Ravens head coach Harbaugh speaks during a news conference after the team

Dallas Cowboys nose tackle Jay Ratliff stands in the rain before playing the New York Giants in their NFL football game in East Rutherford, New Jersey, January 1, 2012. REUTERS/Mike Segar

San Franciso 49ers Aldon Smith arrives for the Inaugural National Football League Honors at Super Bowl XLVI in Indianapolis, Indiana, February 4, 2012. REUTERS/Mike Segar

U.S. golfer Woods holds up the trophy after winning at the Farmers Insurance Open in San Diego

FIFA Secretary General Valcke and Brazilian Football Confederation President Marin visit the National Stadium construction site in Brasilia

Petra Kvitova of Czech Republic reacts during her women

Czech Republic

49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh speaks during a news conference after the team

The Time Warner Cable office is shown in Carlsbad

Chris Wood of England celebrates after his eagle putt on the 18th green during the final round of the Commercial Bank Qatar Masters at the Doha

Rabobank rider Niermann of Germany arrives at the sign-in podium with a fake antenna on his helmet before the start of the tenth stage of the 96th Tour de France cycling race between Limoges and Issoudun

ontreal Canadiens

U.S. golfer Tiger Woods waves to fans after making par on the fifth hole during the fourth round play at the Farmers Insurance Open in San Diego

Brazil

Oklahoma City Thunder Westbrook talks with Los Angeles Lakers Bryant, after a technical foul is called on Westbrook, during the second half of their NBA basketball game in Los Angeles, California

U.S. golfer Tiger Woods hits from a sand trap on the 18th green during weather delayed third round play at the Farmers Insurance Open in San Diego

Britain

Boston Celtics

Andy Murray of Britain reacts during his men

Novak Djokovic of Serbia poses with the Norman Brookes Challenge Cup after defeating Andy Murray of Britain in their men

Novak Djokovic of Serbia kisses the Norman Brookes Challenge Cup after defeating Andy Murray of Britain in their men

Supporters of Beitar Jerusalem soccer club hold a banner during a match in Jerusalem

Maze of Slovenia celebrates after winning the World Cup Women

Hirscher of Austria skis to win during the second run of men

Former tennis player Andre Agassi of the U.S. looks on as Novak Djokovic of Serbia kisses the Norman Brookes Challenge Cup after he defeated Andy Murray of Britain in their men

U.S. President Obama honors the New York Giants NFL team, winners of Super Bowl XLVI, in Washington

Jarmila Gajdosova and Matthew Ebden of Australia kiss the trophy after defeating Lucie Hradecka and Frantisek Cermak of Czech Republic in their mixed doubles final match at the Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne

U.S. golfer Brandt Snedeker watches his drive off the 10th tee of the south course at Torrey Pines during first round play at the Farmers Insurance Open in San Diego

File photo of Astana rider Armstrong of the U.S. arriving at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Enniskerry

Golf fans arrives as fog delays the start of third round play at the Farmers Insurance Open in San Diego

Novak Djokovic of Serbia speaks during a news conference at the Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne

Discovery Channel team rider Contador cycles up the Champs Elysee to celebrate his victory of the 94th Tour de France

Bob and Mike Bryan of the U.S. pose with the trophy after defeating Robin Haase Igor Sijsling of Netherlands in their men

Vonn of the U.S. reacts after winning the World Cup Women

England

Paris of Italy reacts after competing in the men

Victoria Azarenka of Belarus poses with The Daphne Akhurst Memorial Cup after defeating Li Na of China in their women

Andy Murray of Britain hits a return during a practice session at the Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne

Nick Kyrgios of Australia poses with the trophy after defeating compatriot Thanasi Kokkinakis in their junior boys

Novak Djokovic of Serbia speaks during a news conference at the Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne

Seven time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong awaits the start of the 2010 Cape Argus Cycle Tour in Cape Town

Boston Bruins

U.S. golfer Tiger Woods hits off the 17th tee of the north course at Torrey Pines during second round play at the Farmers Insurance Open in San Diego

U.S. golfer Tiger Woods holds up his ball after making birdie to end his round 11-under par during second round play at the Farmers Insurance Open in San Diego

Venus Williams of the U.S. touches her nose during her women

Andy Murray of Britain reacts during his men

Victoria Azarenka of Belarus hits a shot during a practice session at the Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne

England

Union Cycliste Internationale President McQuaid leaves a procedural hearing in London

Andy Murray of Britain plays a shot to Roger Federer of Switzerland during their men

Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) President McQuaid arrives for an Independent Commission hearing in London

Ethiopia

Andy Murray of Britain hits a return to Roger Federer of Switzerland during their men

British golfer Ross Fisher hits off the 10th tee of the north course during first round play at the Farmers Insurance Open in San Diego

Two-time U.S. Open champion Agassi waves before being inducted into the U.S. Open Court of Champions in New York

Sara Errani and Roberta Vinci of Italy shake hands with Ashleigh Barty and Casey Dellacqua of Australia after defeating them in their women

Li Na of China speaks during a news conference at the Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne

Ferrer of Spain reacts during his men

New York Knicks

The New York Islanders celebrate next to Toronto Maple Leafs

Capitals goalie Neuvirth reacts after Desharnais of Montreal Canadiens crashed the crease during NHL hockey game in Washington

U.S. golfer Tiger Woods chips onto the 4th green of the south course at Torrey Pines during first round play at the Farmers Insurance Open in San Diego

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick celebrates after defeating the Atlanta Falcons to win the NFL NFC Championship football game in Atlanta

U.S. golfer Phil Mickelson hits off the 11th tee of the north course at Torrey Pines during first round play at the Farmers Insurance Open in San Diego

U.S. golfer Brandt Snedeker hits a drives off the 11th tee of the south course at Torrey Pines during first round play at the Farmers Insurance Open in San Diego

Baltimore Ravens inside linebacker Ray Lewis takes the field in the NFL AFC Championship football game against the New England Patriots in Foxborough, Massachusetts

Britain

Baltimore

Renault Formula One driver Robert Kubica of Poland arrives at the Korea International Circuit in Yeongam

Arizona Diamondbacks

Cuba

Britain

Mercedes Formula One team principal Ross Brawn follows the first practice for the German F1 Grand Prix at the Hockenheimring in Hockenheim

A general view of the Olympic Stadium during the men

Novak Djokovic of Serbia celebrates defeating David Ferrer of Spain in their men

Andy Murray of Britain celebrates defeating Jeremy Chardy of France during their men

Novak Djokovic of Serbia hits a return to David Ferrer of Spain during their men

Utah Jazz guard Hayward watches as Miami Heat forward James reacts to a call during the second half of their NBA basketball game in Salt Lake City, Utah

Ko of New Zealand plays her third shot from the bunker on the first hole during the second round of the British Women

Victoria Azarenka of Belarus hits a return to Sloane Stephens of the U.S. during their women

Bulls center Noah defends against Lakers center Howard during the first half of their NBA basketball game in Chicago

Li Na of China shakes hands with Maria Sharapova of Russia after defeating her in their women

New York Rangers right wing Gaborik scores the game winning goal against Boston Bruins goalie Rask in front of Bruins defenseman Boychuk in overtime period action during their NHL hockey game in New York

San Francisco 49ers

Lance Armstrong walks back to his car after running at Mount Royal park with fans in Montreal

Phil Mickelson chooses his words carefully as he answers questions on taxes during a news conference at the Farmers Insurance Open in San Diego

Family members hold up a No. 55 jersey as part of a ceremony held in memory of the late former USC Trojans and NFL linebacker Seau after the first quarter of the NCAA football game between the USC Trojans and the Hawaii Warriors in Los Angeles

Former NFL quarterback Archie Manning arrives for the Inaugural National Football League Honors at Super Bowl XLVI in Indianapolis

Jamaica

Rabobank team rider Thomas Dekker of the Netherlands cycles to finish second in the third against the clock stage of the Tour de Romandie cycling race in Sion

UCI president McQuaid poses before an interview with Reuters in Aigle

Sloane Stephens of the U.S. shakes hands with compatriot Serena Williams after defeating her in their women

Ultras soccer fans gather around tyres they burnt over a bridge during a rally to demand justice for 74 people killed in a stadium stampede last year, in central Cairo

Honda MotoGP rider Aoyama of Japan takes a corner during the third free practice session at the Malaysian Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit near Kuala Lumpur

Donald of England hits onto the 18th green during the fourth and final round of the DP World Tour Championship at Jumeirah Golf Estates in Dubai

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Olesen of Denmark walks at the seventh green during the final round of the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship

Roger Federer of Switzerland celebrates defeating Jo-Wilfried Tsonga of France in their men

Roger Federer of Switzerland hits a return to Jo-Wilfried Tsonga of France during their men

Ethiopian fans look on following the red carding of Ethiopia

Andy Murray of Britain celebrates defeating Jeremy Chardy of France during their men

Oklahoma City Thunder

Sloane Stephens of the U.S. shakes hands with compatriot Serena Williams after defeating her in their women

Winnipeg Jets

Lance Armstrong waves to the crowd following a run with his fans at Mount Royal park in Montreal

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Randy Moss (L) shakes hands with head coach Jim Harbaugh after the 49ers defeated the Atlanta Falcons to win the NFL NFC Championship football game in Atlanta

Mickelson takes a break on the 15th tee in the second round of the 2011 U.S. Open in Maryland

Baltimore Ravens defensive coordinator Chuck Pagano in Baltimore

U.S. golfer Woods speaks during a news conference at the Farmers Insurance Open in San Diego

Roger Federer of Switzerland celebrates defeating Milos Raonic of Canada in their men

Serena Williams of the U.S. reacts during her women

New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton looks on before his team met the San Francisco Giants in their NFL NFC Divisional playoff football game in San Francisco

Marussia Formula One driver Glock walks in the pit lane before the first practice session of the Indian F1 Grand Prix at the Buddh International Circuit in Greater Noida

Henrik Stenson of Sweden tees off at the third hole during the first round of the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship at the Abu Dhabi Golf Club

Novak Djokovic of Serbia celebrates defeating Tomas Berdych of Czech Republic in their men

Novak Djokovic of Serbia celebrates defeating Tomas Berdych of Czech Republic in their men

Ajax Amsterdam

Britain

Marussia Formula One driver Glock walks in the pit lane before the first practice session of the Indian F1 Grand Prix at the Buddh International Circuit in Greater Noida

David Ferrer of Spain celebrates defeating compatriot Nicolas Almagro during their men

Maria Sharapova of Russia celebrates defeating compatriot Ekaterina Makarova in their women

Los Angeles Lakers power forward Pau Gasol listens to Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Kobe Bryant during the first half of their NBA basketball game against the Chicago Bulls in Chicago

Maple Leafs goalie Scrivens makes a save on Sabres

Li Na of China hits a return to Agnieszka Radwanska of Poland during their women

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco looks to pass against the New England Patriots during the NFL AFC Championship football game in Foxborough

Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh directs his team against the New England Patriots in the NFL AFC Championship football game in Foxborough

Members of the San Francisco 49ers pose in locker room with NFC championship banner after they defeated the Atlanta Falcons in the NFL NFC Championship football game in Atlanta

Cleveland Cavaliers Varejao talks with a TV reporter during the second quarter of the team

Lance Armstrong walks back to his car after running at Mount Royal park with fans in Montreal

Roger Federer of Switzerland hits a return to Milos Raonic of Canada during their men

Serena Williams of the U.S. and Maria Kirilenko of Russia shake hands with the chair umpire after their women

Sloane Stephens of the U.S. hits a return to Bojana Jovanovski of Serbia during their women

Andy Murray of Britain signs autographs for fans after defeating Gilles Simon of France in their men

Victoria Azarenka of Belarus celebrates defeating Elena Vesnina of Russia in their women

Donaldson of Wales lines up om the 18th green during the final round of the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship

Baltimore Ravens

Svetlana Kuznetsova of Russia hits a return to Caroline Wozniacki of Denmark during their women

Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh celebrates in the dressing room after his team defeated the New England Patriots in the NFL AFC Championship football game in Foxborough

Li Na of China celebrates defeating Julia Goerges of Germany in their women

Novak Djokovic of Serbia celebrates defeating Stanislas Wawrinka of Switzerland in their men

Victoria Azarenka of Belarus celebrates defeating Elena Vesnina of Russia in their women

Baltimore Raven players pray in the dressing room around the AFC Championship Trophy after defeating the New England Patriots in the NFL AFC Championship football game in Foxborough

Brian Gay lines up his shot at the edge of the seventeenth green during the final round of the St. Jude Classic golf tournament at TPC Southwind

New York Rangers goaltender Biron reacts after Pittsburgh Penguins winger Neal scored during their NHL hockey game in New York

Svetlana Kuznetsova of Russia celebrates defeating Caroline Wozniacki of Denmark in their women

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick scrambles against the Atlanta Falcons during the third quarter in the NFL NFC Championship football game in Atlanta

Howell III drives off the 16th tee during the final round of the Sony Open golf tournament in Honolulu, Hawaii.

Atlanta Falcons tight end Tony Gonzalez walks off the field after his team was defeated by the San Francisco 49ers in the NFL NFC Championship football game in Atlanta

San Francisco 49ers runningback Frank Gore celebrates a third quarter touchdown against the Atlanta Falcons in the NFL NFC Championship football game in Atlanta

Lakers

Members of the San Francisco 49ers pose in locker room with NFC championship banner after they defeated the Atlanta Falcons in the NFL NFC Championship football game in Atlanta

Contador of Spain cycles up the Cauberg hill during the Men

Chelsea

Novak Djokovic of Serbia shakes hands with Stanislas Wawrinka of Switzerland after defeating him in their men

Roger Federer of Switzerland celebrates defeating Bernard Tomic of Australia in their men

Novak Djokovic of Serbia celebrates defeating Stanislas Wawrinka of Switzerland during their men

Winner Neureuther of Germany reacts on podium after the second run of the men

Rebensburg of Germany celebrates on the podium after winning the women

Donaldson of Wales watches his shot from the 16th tee during the fourth and final round of the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship at the Abu Dhabi Golf Club

Former Canadian sprinter Ben Johnson listens to a question during a news conference held before a sports symposium in New York

Tomas Berdych of Czech Republic celebrates defeating Kevin Anderson of South Africa in their men

Agnieszka Radwanska of Poland celebrates defeating Ana Ivanovic of Serbia during their women

Nicolas Almagro of Spain acknowledges the crowd after progressing to the quarter-finals after Janko Tipsarevic of Serbia retired hurt in their men

Ekaterina Makarova of Russia celebrates defeating Angelique Kerber of Germany in their women

Maria Sharapova of Russia celebrates defeating Kirsten Flipkens of Belgium in their women

Michael Campbell from New Zealand reacts as he putts on the 15th hole on the third day of the Hong Kong Open golf tournament

Gilles Simon of France celebrates defeating compatriot Gael Monfils in their men

Novak Djokovic of Serbia hits a return to Radek Stepanek of Czech Republic during their men

David Ferrer of Spain celebrates defeating Kei Nishikori of Japan in their men

Ross Fisher of England waits to putt on the 16th green during first round play in the 2012 Masters Golf Tournament at the Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta

Vegas of Venezuela tees off on the 10th hole during the AT&T National golf tournament in Bethesda

Scott Stallings of the US tees off on the 14th tee during the third round of the Memorial Tournament at Muirfield Village Golf Club in Dublin

Former St. Louis Cardinals and hall of famer Stan Musial greets fans before the start of Game 4 of the MLB NLCS playoff baseball series against the San Francisco Giants in St. Louis

Cink of the U.S. watches his tee shot on the 13th hole during the second round of the Wells Fargo Championship PGA golf tournament in Charlotte

A Staples Center employee hugs a Los Angeles Kings fan as fans return for the first NHL game of the Kings

Chicago Blackhawks Toews fights for puck with Los Angeles Kings Doughty during NHL hockey game in Los Angeles

Kings players watch as Stanley Cup championship banner is raised before NHL hockey game against Blackhawks in Los Angeles

Lance Armstrong takes part in a special session regarding cancer in the developing world during the Clinton Global Initiative in New York

File photo of former Orioles manager Earl Weaver in dugout before the Orioles game against the Pirates in Baltimore

Jeremy Chardy of France reacts during his men

Innerhofer of Italy reacts after his men

Rose of England tees off at the 12th hole during the third round of the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship

Roger Federer of Switzerland hits a return to Bernard Tomic of Australia during their men

Roger Federer of Switzerland celebrates defeating Bernard Tomic of Australia in their men

Paul Koukal, a retired dentist, arrives at the rink for a game with his Niagara Falls Senior Alumni Hockey League

Vonn of the U.S. goes airborne during the second training session in the women

Laura Robson of Britain hits a return to Sloane Stephens of the U.S. during their women

Roger Federer of Switzerland hits a return to Bernard Tomic of Australia during their men

Andy Murray of Britain celebrates defeating Ricardas Berankis of Lithuania during their men

Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina hits a return to Jeremy Chardy of France during their men

Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant dribbles as Dallas Mavericks forward Shawn Marion defends during their NBA basketball game in Dallas, Texas

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Serena Williams of the U.S. hits a return to Ayumi Morita of Japan during their women

Victoria Azarenka of Belarus hits a return to Jamie Hampton of the U.S. during their women

Mickelson of the U.S. smiles during a news conference ahead of the Barclays Singapore Open golf tournament in Singapore

Handout photo of Lance Armstrong speaking with Oprah Winfrey in Austin

Red Sox Ellsbury kneels after he was forced out at second base against the Blue Jays during their MLB baseball game in Toronto

Evan Lysacek performs during the Smucker

San Francisco Giants

Singer Alicia Keys performs onstage in a tribute to honree Halle Berry at the BET Honors in Washington

Paul McGinley of Ireland smiles near the Ryder Cup during a news conference after being named the European Ryder Cup captain at the St. Regis in Saadiyat Islands in Abu Dhabi

President of World Anti-Doping Agency, Fahey, talks during news conference in Sydney

Phoenix Suns head coach Alvin Gentry directs his team against the Boston Celtics in their NBA basketball game in Boston

San Francisco quarterback Kaepernick talks to a teammate on the bench in the fourth quarter in their NFL NFC Divisional playoff football game against the Green Bay Packers in San Francisco

Lance Armstrong walks back to his car after running at Mount Royal park with fans in Montreal

Handout photo of Lance Armstrong speaking with Oprah Winfrey in Austin

Los Angeles Kings head coach Sutter hoists the Stanley Cup after the Kings defeated the New Jersey Devils

Justin Rose of England watches his shot from the ninth tee during the second round of the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship at the Abu Dhabi Golf Club

Bernard Tomic of Australia hits a return to Daniel Brands of Germany during their men

Tiger Woods of the U.S. walks at the seventh green during the second round of the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship

Garmin-Sharp rider Millar of Britain reacts on the finish line as he wins the 12th stage of the 99th Tour de France cycling race between Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne and Annonay-Davezieux

Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland watches at the fourth hole during the second round of the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship

Bernard Tomic of Australia celebrates during his men

Novak Djokovic of Serbia hits a return to Radek Stepanek of Czech Republic during their men

Janko Tipsarevic of Serbia hits a return to Julien Benneteau of France during their men

Maria Sharapova of Russia celebrates defeating Venus Williams of the U.S. in their women

Miami Heat

Novak Djokovic of Serbia shakes hands with Radek Stepanek of Czech Republic after defeating him in their men

Ana Ivanovic of Serbia blows kisses to the crowd after defeating compatriot Jelena Jankovic in their women

The Colts

Mickelson of the U.S. smiles during a news conference ahead of the Barclays Singapore Open golf tournament in Singapore

Handout photo of Lance Armstrong speaking with Oprah Winfrey in Austin

Agnieszka Radwanska of Poland hits a return to Heather Watson of Britain during their women

Los Angeles Lakers

Henley of the U.S. celebrates with the trophy and gestures a "Hawaiian Shaka" after winning final round of Sony Open golf tournament shooting a 24 under par in Honolulu, Hawaii.

Handout photo of Lance Armstrong speaking with Oprah Winfrey in Austin

Lance Armstrong walks back to his car after running at Mount Royal park with fans in Montreal

Panthers

Baltimore Ravens inside linebacker Lewis yells during a break in play against the Denver Broncos during the first quarter in their NFL AFC Divisional playoff football game in Denver

Atlanta Falcons tight end Gonzalez celebrates as he leaves the field after the Falcons defeated the Seattle Seahawks in their NFL NFC Divisional playoff football game in Atlanta

File photo of Seven-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong during stage five of the Amgen Tour of California

Spanish tennis player Rafa Nadal poses with playing cards depicting some of his 11 Grand Slam victories after an interview with Reuters in Madrid

Maria Sharapova of Russia blows kisses to the crowd after defeating Misaki Doi of Japan during their women

Justin Rose of England watches his shot from the 18th tee during the first round of the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship at the Abu Dhabi Golf Club

File photo of Notre Dame Fighting Irish linebacker Te

Donna Vekic of Croatia hits a return to Caroline Wozniacki of Denmark during their women

Laura Robson of Britain celebrates defeating Petra Kvitova of Czech Republic in her women

Roger Federer of Switzerland hits a return to Nikolay Davydenko of Russia during their men

Handout photo of Lance Armstrong speaking with Oprah Winfrey in Austin

Martin Kaymer of Germany tees off on the 13th hole during the first round of the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship at the Abu Dhabi Golf Club

Roger Federer of Switzerland celebrates defeating Nikolay Davydenko of Russia in their men

Long distance runner Mo Farah makes his trademark "Mobot" pose during a parade of British Olympic and Paralympic athletes through London

Tour de France director Christian Prudhomme presents the itinerary of the 2013 Tour de France cycling race during a presentation in Paris

Gael Monfils of France hits a return to Lu Yen-Hsun of Taiwan during their men

Boston Red Sox pitcher Vicente Padilla reacts as New York Yankees

Andy Murray of Britain serves to Joao Sousa of Portugal during their men

Miami Heat LeBron James looks on during the second half of their NBA basketball game against the Golden State Warriors in Oakland

Bernard Tomic of Australia celebrates during his men

Handout photo of Lance Armstrong speaking with Oprah Winfrey in Austin

File photograph of Notre Dame linebacker Te

Handout photo of Lance Armstrong speaking with Oprah Winfrey in Austin

File photo of Seven-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong during stage five of the Amgen Tour of California

Victoria Azarenka of Belarus hits a return to Eleni Daniilidou of Greece during their women

San Francisco quarterback Kaepernick talks to a teammate on the bench in the fourth quarter in their NFL NFC Divisional playoff football game against the Green Bay Packers in San Francisco

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady celebrates after the Patriots scored a touchdown during the third quarter of their NFL AFC Divisional playoff football game against the Houston Texans in Foxborough

The Los Angeles Kings hoist the Stanley Cup during the NHL Stanley Cup hockey championship parade in Los Angeles

Knicks

Spain

Oregon Ducks head coach Kelly is seen after his team defeated the Washington Huskies in their NCAA football game in Seattle

File photo of Lance Armstrong in New York

Roger Federer of Switzerland wipes his brow during his men

Jason Dufner of the U.S. watches his shot on the first hole during the Malaysia

Montreal Alouettes

Justin Rose of England reacts after missing a putt at the third green during the final round of the Australian Open golf tournament in Sydney

Paul McGinley of Ireland looks on near the Ryder Cup during a news conference after being named the European Ryder Cup captain at the St. Regis in Saadiyat Islands in Abu Dhabi

Handout photo of Lance Armstrong speaking with Oprah Winfrey in Austin

Novak Djokovic of Serbia hits a return to Ryan Harrison of the U.S. during their men

Novak Djokovic of Serbia hits a return to Ryan Harrison of the U.S. during their men

IOC Marketing Commission Chairman Heiberg listens during a news conference announcing the IOC partnership with P&G in London

Tim Smyczek of the U.S. celebrates defeating Ivo Karlovic of Croatia in their men

Australia

Paul McGinley of Ireland smiles near the Ryder Cup during a news conference after being named the European Ryder Cup captain at the St. Regis in Saadiyat Islands in Abu Dhabi

Samantha Stosur of Australia reacts during her women

Maria Sharapova of Russia serves to Misaki Doi of Japan during their women

Indonesia

Handout photo of Lance Armstrong speaking with Oprah Winfrey in Austin

Sacramento Kings

Agnieszka Radwanska of Poland hits a return to Irina-Camelia Begu of Romania during their women

San Francisco 49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh looks on from the sidelines during the first quarter of their NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks in Seattle, Washington

Handout photo of Lance Armstrong speaking with Oprah Winfrey in Austin

Spanish tennis player Nadal poses with playing cards depicting some of his 11 Grand Slam victories after an interview with Reuters in Madrid

Paul McGinley of Ireland hits a shot on the 18th hole during the first round of the Portugal Masters golf tournament

Mike McQueary, Penn State University assistant football coach on leave, exits the Courthouse after testifying in the Jerry Sandusky child sex abuse trial in Bellefonte

Handout photo of Lance Armstrong speaking with Oprah Winfrey in Austin

Harrison of U.S. hits a return to compatriot Isner during their men

Woods of the U.S. speaks during a news conference ahead of the Abu Dhabi Golf Championships

Lance Armstrong waves to the crowd following a run with his fans at Mount Royal park in Montreal

Keys of the U.S. reacts after missing a point against Li Na of China during their women

Serena Williams of the U.S. hits a return to Edina Gallovits-Hall of Romania during their women

Wu Di of China hits a return to Ivan Dodig of Croatia during their men

Clarke of Northern Ireland hits out of the bunker onto the 9th green during the European Masters golf tournament in Crans-Montana

Woods of the U.S. reacts as he stands next to fellow golfer McIlroy of Northern Ireland during trophy presentation after their exhibition event at Jinsha Lake Golf Club in Zhengzhou

Donna Vekic of Croatia hits a return to Andrea Hlavackova of Czech Republic during their women

New York Yankees left fielder Ichiro Suzuki pauses during a break in play against the Detroit Tigers in the seventh inning of Game 2 of their MLB ALCS playoff baseball series in New York

Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland smiles during a presentation unveiling him as Nike

Utah Jazz guard Hayward watches as Miami Heat forward James reacts to a call during the second half of their NBA basketball game in Salt Lake City, Utah

Roger Federer of Switzerland wipes his brow during his men

Andy Murray of Britain serves to Robin Haase of Netherlands during their men

Victoria Azarenka of Belarus hits a return to Monica Niculescu of Romania during their women

Serena Williams of the U.S. hits a return to Edina Gallovits-Hall of Romania during their women

Andy Murray of Britain hits a return to Robin Haase of Netherlands during their men

A makeshift memorial for Kansas City Chiefs football player Jovan Belcher is seen outside his mothers home in West Babylon, New York

Oakland Athletics manager Melvin returns to dugout out after taking pitcher Griffin out of game during second inning of their MLB baseball game in Oakland

U.S Senator and nominee for U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry stands on the sidelines with New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft NFL AFC Divisional playoff football game between the Patriots and the Houston Texans in Foxborough

Britain

Murray of Britain hits a return during a practice session at the Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne

Irish golfer McIlroy, currently ranked world number one, watches Denmark

Golfer McIlroy watches as his girlfriend Wozniacki plays Pervak during their women

Louis Oosthuizen of South Africa plays a shot on the 7th hole during the final of the 2012 Nedbank Golf Challenge in Sun City

Russian ice dancers Navka and Averbukh hold the Olympic torch for the Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics during a presentation in Moscow

Samantha Stosur of Australia hits a return to Chang Kai-Chen of Taiwan during their women

Ferrer of Spain arrives for a practice session at the Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne

Baker of the U.S. hits a return to Bogomolov Jr. of Russia during their men

Novak Djokovic of Serbia hits a return to Paul-Henri Mathieu of France during their men

Lakers Howard leaves the court after being ejected for a flagrant foul on Nuggets Faried during their NBA basketball game in Denver

Novak Djokovic of Serbia hits a return to Paul-Henri Mathieu of France during their men

Portland Trail Blazers

Agnieszka Radwanska of Poland hits a return to Bojana Bobusic of Australia during their women

Henley of the U.S. waves to the gallery after putting on fourth green during the final round of the Sony Open golf tournament in Honolulu, Hawaii

Venus Williams of the U.S. hits a return to Galina Voskoboeva of Kazakhstan during their women

Maria Sharapova of Russia hits a return to compatriot Olga Puchkova during their women

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady celebrates after the Patriots scored a touchdown during the third quarter of their NFL AFC Divisional playoff football game against the Houston Texans in Foxborough

Atlanta Falcons head coach Smith speaks with Seattle Seahawks head coach Carroll after the Falcons defeated the Seahawks in their NFL NFC Divisional playoff football game in Atlanta

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan celebrates after the Falcons defeated the Seattle Seahawks in their NFL NFC Divisional playoff football game in Atlanta

Atlanta Falcons kicker Matt Bryant kicks the winning field goal with holder Bosher to defeat the Seattle Seahawks in their NFL NFC Divisional playoff football game in Atlanta

Djokovic of Serbia serves during a practice session at the Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne

Hirscher of Austria clears a gate during the first run of the Alpine Skiing World Cup men

Maze from Slovenia reacts after the Alpine Skiing World Cup Super G race in St. Anton

Wu Di of China serves during a practice session at the Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Kaepernick runs off the field after throwing a touchdown pass against the Green Bay Packers during their NFL NFC Divisional playoff football game in San Francisco

Tomic of Australia poses with the trophy after defeating Anderson of South Africa during their men

Spanish tennis player Rafa Nadal poses with playing cards depicting some of his 11 Grand Slam victories after an interview with Reuters in Madrid

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Jones celebrates his fourth quarter touchdown against the Denver Broncos with teammate Smith in their NFL AFC Divisional playoff football game in Denver

San Francisco 49ers Crabtree celebrate a pass reception against the Green Bay Packers during their NFL NFC Divisional play-off football game in San Francisco

Henley of the U.S. practices his putt swing as Langley waits to putt on the 18th green during the third round of the Sony Open golf tournament in Honolulu, Hawaii

Baltimore Ravens kicker Tucker kicks the game winning field goal against the Denver Broncos with holder Koch in their NFL AFC Divisional playoff football game in Denver

File photo of Bryant carrying his daughter Gianna, as Vanessa and daughter Natalia stand next to him during the NBA Championship parade in Los Angeles

Team Saxo Bank rider and winner of the 2012 Tour of Spain, Contador of Spain speaks during the 2013 Tour of Spain cycling race presentation in Garcia Barbon Theatre in Vigo, Northern Spain

Ligety of the US celebrates next to second-placed Dopfer of Germany and third-placed Neureuther of Germany on the podium of the Alpine Skiing World Cup men

Lance Armstrong speaks to the crowd prior to a run with his fans at Mount Royal park in Montreal

McKennis from the US speeds down the slope during the Alpine Skiing World Cup women

Tomic of Australia celebrates defeating Anderson of South Africa during their men

Oklahoma City Thunder

Azarenka of Belarus hits a return during a practice session at the Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne

Hantuchova of Slovakia hits a return to Sharapova of Russia during an exhibition match at the Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne

Andy Murray of Britain hits a return during a practice session at the Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne

Australia

Federer of Switzerland hits a ball into the back of a man dressed as the cartoon character Sponge Bob Square Pants during Kids Tennis Day in Melbourne

Williams of the U.S. speaks during a news conference at the Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne

Russell Henley of the U.S. reacts to his drive off the 14th tee during the second round of the Sony Open golf tournament in Honolulu, Hawaii.

Novak Djokovic of Serbia hits a return as Serena Williams of the U.S. looks on during Kids Tennis Day at the Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne

Ferrer celebrates by raising the trophy after beating Kohlschreiber during their men

Johnson of the U.S. hits out of the bunker on the 13th green during the first round of the Sony Open golf tournament in Honolulu

BMC Racing Team rider Cadel Evans of Australia holds his bike as he arrives at the cycling team

Atlanta Falcons head coach Mike Smith watches from the sideline in the first half of their NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Atlanta

Director of the Swiss anti-doping laboratory Martial Saugy holds papers of a presentation during a news conference in Lausanne

Azarenka of Belarus and Djokovic of Serbia pose with their trophies before the official draw of the 2013 Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne

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Radwanska of Poland kisses the trophy after defeating Cibulkova of Slovakia during their women

Murray of Britain serves during a practice session at the Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne

Tiger Woods waves after making a birdie on the 16th hole during the final round of the World Challenge golf tournament in Thousand Oaks, California

Azarenka of Belarus hits a return during a practice session at the Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne

Trail Blazers shooting guard Matthews celebrates win with teammates Aldrige and Batum after defeating the Heat after their NBA basketball game in Portland

Scott Piercy of the U.S. hits the ball on the 15th fairway during the first round of the Sony Open golf tournament in Honolulu, Hawaii.

49ers starting quarterback Colin Kaepernick sets up to throw a pass against the Seahawks during the first quarter of their NFL football game in Seattle, Washington

Serbia

Denver Broncos Peyton Manning passes against the Kansas City Chiefs during their NFL football game in Denver, Colorado

Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Mularkey smiles while on the field during warm-ups their pre-season NFL football game against the New York Giants in Jacksonville

Jaidee of Thailand watches his shot from the 16th tee during the second round of the DP World Tour Championship at Jumeirah Golf Estates in Dubai

A picture of former San Diego Chargers and NFL linebacker Junior Seau is displayed as fans arrive at Qualcomm Stadium to participate in a "Celebration of Life" memorial, held in his memory in San Diego

Diver Tom Daley holds his bronze medal during a parade through London

Radwanska of Poland hits a return to Date-Krumm of Japan during their women

Radwanska of Poland hits a return to Li of China during their women

Los Angeles Clippers

Radioshack Nissan Trek cycling team rider Schleck looks down as he addresses a news conference in Luxembourg

Tiger Woods waves after making a birdie on the 16th hole during the final round of the World Challenge golf tournament in Thousand Oaks, California

Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer speaks during the launch of Windows Phone 8 in San Francisco

Isner of U.S. hits a return to compatriot Harrison during their men

Washington Redskins

New York Knicks

Nonis speaks during a news conference after he replaced Burke to take over the general manager job for the NHL team the Toronto Maple Leafs in Toronto

NHL Commissioner Bettman announces the end of labor negotiations between the NHL and the NHLPA in New York

Li Na of China hits a return to Keys of the U.S. during their women

Isner of U.S. hits a return to compatriot Harrison during their men

Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Ryan protests a penalty during their NFL football game against Washington Redskins in Landover

Washington Nationals

Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Rick Adelman looks on in their NBA basketball game against the Brooklyn Nets in New York

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File photo of Seven-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong during stage five of the Amgen Tour of California

New York Jets offensive coordinator Tony Sparano looks on against the New York Giants during the second quarter of their pre-season NFL football game in East Rutherford

South Africa

Jose Maria Olazabal of Spain tees off on the second hole during the first day of the Hong Kong Open golf tournament

Donald of England watches his shot from the third tee during the final round of the DP World Tour Championship at Jumeirah Golf Estates in Dubai

Golfer McIlroy watches as his girlfriend Wozniacki plays Pervak during their women

Computer-generated file handout image shows Tokyo Stadium, one of the proposed Olympic stadiums for the 2020 Summer Olympic games in Tokyo

Kuznetsova of Russia leaves the court after losing her match against Errani of Italy during the French Open tennis tournament at the Roland Garros stadium in Paris

Federer of Switzerland speaks during media event in Singapore

Williams of the U.S. poses with her Brisbane International tennis tournament trophy in Brisbane

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Alabama

Johnson tees off on the sixth hole during the Pro-Am round of the World Challenge golf tournament in Thousand Oaks

Miami Heat

Nicol Ann David of Malaysia holds her gold medal after winning the women

Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson congratulated by Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III, following their NFL NFC wildcard playoff game in Landover

Denver Nuggets

FIFA Men

Syracuse University head coach Marrone holds the championship trophy after beating Kansas State University in their NCAA Pinstripe Bowl game in New York

Stosur of Australia hits a return against Arvidsson of Sweden during their women

Novak Djokovic of Serbia hits a return to Fernando Verdasco of Spain during their men

Sharapova of Russia speaks during a news conference at the Brisbane International tennis tournament

Lakers

Seahawks defensive tackle Alan Branch celebrates his second half sack on Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III, during their NFL NFC wildcard playoff game in Landover

Baltimore Ravens Ray Lewis waves as he rounds the field after the Ravens defeated the Indianapolis Colts in their NFL AFC wildcard playoff football game in Baltimore

Washington Capitals

Indianapolis Colts kicker Adam Vinatieri kicks a field goal through the arms of the Baltimore Ravens during the first half of their NFL AFC wildcard playoff game in Baltimore

National Hockey League Commissioner Bettman gestures in front of NHL deputy commissioner Daly as he describes negotiations between the NHL and the NHL Players Association in New Yo

Murray of Britain poses with the trophy after defeating Dimitrov of Bulgaria in their men

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers waves to fans after defeating the Minnesota Vikings in their NFL NFC wildcard playoff football game in Green Bay

Houston Texans running back Foster celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Cincinnati Bengals during the third quarter of their NFL AFC wildcard playoff football game in Houston

Minnesota Vikings

Los Angeles Lakers

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tate makes a catch in front of Houston Texans cornerback Ball during the third quarter of their NFL AFC wildcard playoff football game in Houston

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Christian Ponder looks for a pass during the first half of their NFL football game against the St. Louis Rams in St. Louis

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kevin Love wipes sweat from his face in game against Clippers

Verdasco and Garrigues of Spain pose after winning the final of the Hopman Cup tennis tournament in Perth

France

File photo of Radioshack team rider Lance Armstrong of the U.S. posing on the podium of the 20th stage of the 97th Tour de France cycling race between Longjumeau and Paris

Takahashi of Japan performs during the men

Andy Murray of Britain smiles during his men

Los Angeles Lakers

Miami Heat

Los Angeles Lakers

The Colts

Jockey Gary Stevens arrives at the Hollywood premiere of the HBO series "Luck" in Los Angeles

A worker lowers the U.S. flag outside of NHL headquarters in New York

Schild of Austria clears gate during first run of Alpine Skiing World Cup women

AC Milan

Shiffrin of U.S. clears gate during first run of Alpine Skiing World Cup women

Harrington of Ireland tees off at the 11th hole during the first round of the Deutsche Bank Championship golf tournament in Norton

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Romeo Crennel is hugged by general manager Scott Pioli before the start of their NFL game against the Carolina Panthers

Federer of Switzerland speaks during media event in Singapore

Murray of Britain hits a return to Istomin of Uzbekistan during their men

Poland

Victoria Azarenka of Belarus talks during a news conference in Brisbane

Stander of South Africa cycles during the men

San Antonio Spurs guard Parker slams into New York Knicks guard Prigioni during their NBA basketball game in New York

A worker lowers the U.S. flag outside of NHL headquarters in New York

Bubba Watson of the U.S. tees off on the second hole during the second round of the World Challenge golf tournament in Thousand Oaks

New Jersey Devils TV announcer Mike "Doc" Emrick waves as he is honored by team in NHL game in Newark

Andy Murray of Britain greets John Millman of Australia after their men

Golfer McIlroy watches as his girlfriend Wozniacki plays Pervak during their women

Usain Bolt of Jamaica looks on ahead of the IAAF Diamond League athletics meeting also known as Memorial Van Damme in Brussels

Former Austrian Formula One World Champion Niki Lauda walks in the paddock after the Italian F1 Grand Prix at the Monza circuit

A worker lowers the U.S. flag outside of NHL headquarters in New York

John Isner of the U.S. serves to South Africa

Ian Poulter of Britain tees off on the sixth hole during the final round of the World Challenge golf tournament in Thousand Oaks

Miami Heat

Detroit Pistons forward Charlie Villanueva tosses a towel during their NBA basketball game in Toronto

Los Angeles Lakers guard Bryant looks for an opening as Golden State Warriors Barnes defends, during NBA basketball game in Oakland

Baltimore Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis is introduced to the crowd before playing the Detroit Lions in a preseason NFL football game

San Francisco 49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh looks on from the sidelines during the first quarter of their NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks in Seattle, Washington

Pennsylvania Governor Tom Corbett speaks at a news conference in State College

Pennsylvania Governor Tom Corbett speaks at a news conference in State College

Real Madrid

Azarenka of Belarus hits return to Lisicki of Germany during their women

Chelsea

Washington Redskins

Sharapova of Russia leaves a news conference at the Brisbane International tennis tournament

Indiana Pacers

National Hockey League Commissioner Bettman describes negotiations between NHL and NHL Players Association regarding difficulties of their current labor talks in New York

A combination photo showing NFL head coaches and management fired on Black Monday

Tottenham Hotspur

Stosur of Australia hits a return against Arvidsson of Sweden during their women

Novak Djokovic of Serbia hits a return to Andreas Seppi of Italy during their men

Novak Djokovic of Serbia hits a return to Andreas Seppi of Italy during their men

Minnesota Vikings

New York Giants

Daly, deputy commissioner of the NHL, speaks to the media in New York

Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford chases the ball after a fumble and before Chicago Bears defensive end Julius Peppers recovers the ball during the first half of their NFL football game in Detroit,

Jimenez of Spain poses with his trophy and a cigar after winning the Hong Kong Open golf tournament

Bucks guard Jennings drives to the basket against Heat center Harrellson in the second half of their NBA basketball game in Milwaukee

Saints head coach Payton is hugged by Vice Chairman of the Board of the Saints LeBlance during the second half of the Saints-Hornets NBA basketball game in New Orleans

File photograph shows Britain

Baltimore

Spanish tennis player Rafa Nadal poses after an interview with Reuters in Madrid

McIlroy of Northern Ireland watches his shot from the 18th tee during the final round of the DP World Tour Championship at Jumeirah Golf Estates in Dubai

US Open tennis champion and Olympic Gold Medalist Andy Murray returns to his home town of Dunblane to meet fans in the High St,Dunblane,Scotland

India

New York Giants Coughlin wishes Manning good luck before their NFL game against Washington Redskins in Landover, Maryland

Athletes stand together on the Queen Victoria Memorial during a parade of British Olympic and Paralympic athletes in front of Buckingham Palace in central London

Tampa Bay Rays

New York Knicks

Seattle Seahawks

New York Jets quarterback Sanchez pats quarterback McElroy on helmet after scoring drive against the San Diego Chargers during the first quarter of their NFL football game in East Rutherford

Brooklyn Nets head coach Avery Johnson shouts instructions to his players in the second quarter of their NBA basketball game against the Boston Celtics in New York

Washington Redskins receiver Morgan leaps to avoid a tackle from Philadelphia Eagles safety Anderson as Redskins

New York Yankees right fielder Jones bobbles a ball hit by Boston Red Sox

Tennis player Sharapova of Russia attends a news conference, ahead of an exhibition tour in Sao Paulo

Spurs

Miami Heat

Indianapolis

Cowboys wide receiver Harris makes touchdown catch in front of New Orleans Saints corner back Patrick in their NFL football game in Arlington

Seahawks wide receiver Doug Baldwin pulls in a 43-yard pass catch from quarterback Russell Wilson during the first quarter of their NFL football game against the 49ers in Seattle, Washington

Timberwolves

Indianapolis

Britain

Cincinnati Bengals Kevin Huber congratulates kicker Josh Brown on his game-winning field goal against the Pittsburgh Steelers at the end of the fourth quarter of their NFL football game in Pittsburgh

Indianapolis

New York Yankees

Real Madrid

Lance Armstrong walks back to his car after running at Mount Royal park with fans in Montreal

Spanish tennis player Rafa Nadal poses with playing cards depicting some of his 11 Grand Slam victories after an interview with Reuters in Madrid

Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson carries the ball between Atlanta Falcons safety Chris Hope and cornerback Dunta Robinson during the second half of their NFL football game in Detroit,

Atlanta Falcons head coach Mike Smith congratulates wide receiver Roddy White after his touchdown against the Detroit Lions during the first half of their NFL football game in Detroit,

Miami Heat

Sacramento Kings

Barcelona

Darren Clarke of Northern Ireland watches his tee shot during the first round of the British Open golf championship at Royal Lytham & St Annes

National Hockey League Commissioner Bettman describes negotiations between NHL and NHL Players Association regarding difficulties of their current labor talks in New York

Heather Watson of Britain and her partner Laura Robson of Britain laugh during their women

The Buffalo Bills take the field before their NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks in Toronto

Suzy Favor-Hamilton of the U.S. sits on the track after a DNF in her heat of the 1500 meter semifina..

Manchester City manager Mancini walks onto pitch before their English Premier League soccer match against Manchester United in Manchester

Ferrari Formula One driver Fernando Alonso of Spain drives ahead of team mate Felipe Massa of Brazil during the Brazilian F1 Grand Prix

Leeds United

Martin Kaymer of Germany watches his shot on the third fairway during the 2012 Nedbank Golf Challenge in Sun City

Red Bull Formula One driver Vettel of Germany drives his car in Graz

Russia

Schild of Austria clears a gate during the giant slalom race at the women

New York Yankees McGehee is congratulated in the dugout after he hit a three run home run against the Toronto Blue Jays in the fourth inning of their American League MLB baseball game in Toronto

National Hockey League Commissioner Bettman gestures as he describes negotiations between the NHL and the NHL Players Association regarding difficulties of their current labor negotiations in New York

New York Giants

Miami Heat

BMC Racing Team rider Ballan of Italy celebrates winning last stage of the Eneco Tour cycling race in Geraardsbergen

National Hockey League Commissioner Bettman gestures as he describes negotiations between the NHL and the NHL Players Association regarding difficulties of their current labor negotiations in New York

Shiffrin of the U.S. celebrates on the podium after winning the FIS Alpine Ski World Cup women

Miami Heat

Ferrari Formula One driver Felipe Massa of Brazil and team mate Fernando Alonso of Spain get ready for a group photo before the Brazilian F1 Grand Prix

Real Madrid

Schild of Austria clears a gate during the giant slalom race at the women

NHL deputy commissioner Bill Daly speaks to reporters in New York

Lance Armstrong signs autographs following a run with his fans at Mount Royal park in Montreal

Red Bull Formula One driver Vettel prepares for the second practice session of the U.S. F1 Grand Prix in Austin

Venezuelan baseball player Cabrera attends an event to donate sports equipment to young athletes in Maracay

Winner Germany

Miami Heat

Newly appointed Schalke 04 coach Keller gestures during a practice session in Gelsenkirchen

Manchester City

Remembrance wristbands lie at the Hillsborough memorial outside Liverpool Football Club

Barcelona

A football scarf lies with floral tributes at the Hillsborough memorial outside Liverpool Football Club

London

Miami Heat

Jets

Texas Rangers Uehara sits in the dugout against the Los Angeles Angels during their MLB game in Anaheim

First-placed Hirscher of Austria celebrates with third-placed Yuasa of Japan after the men

Napoli

Liverpool

Britain

Marussia Formula One test driver Chilton drives during the first practice session of the Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix at the Yas Marina circuit on Yas Island

Barcelona

Tennessee Titans

Oklahoma City Thunder

Washington Redskins starting quarterback Robert Griffin III waves to the crowd during pre-game introductions before NFL football game in Landover Maryland

Britain

San Francisco 49ers

Baltimore Ravens running back Rice is tackled by Denver Broncos linebacker Brooking during their NFL football game in Baltimore

Rockets guard Lin and Harden walk of the court after losing their NBA basketball game against the Raptors in Toronto

Texans linebacker Braman scores a touchdown after recovering a blocked punt as Colts punter McAfee tries to catch him during the first half of their NFL football game in Houston

Packers

Raptors guard Calderon reacts in front of teammates Johnson and Lucas III after drawing a penalty to the Rockets during the second half of their NBA basketball game in Toronto

Schwartzel of South Africa hits out of a bunker on the 17th hole during the final round of the DP World Tour Championship at Jumeirah Golf Estates in Dubai

Ligety of U.S. celebrates on podium after winning the men

Schumacher speaks next to Vettel during a news conference for the Race of Champions in Bangkok

Los Angels Angels newly acquired outfielder Hamilton talks with reporters as his wife, Katie, looks on during a news conference in Anaheim

Fujimoto of Japan watches his tee shot during the Royal Trophy golf tournament in Bandar Seri Begawan

Memphis Grizzlies Randolph and Denver Nuggets Koufos chase down a rebound in the second quarter of their NBA basketball game in Denver

FIFA President Blatter attends a news conference following their executive committee meeting in Tokyo

New York Giants

Lochte of the U.S. celebrates winning the men

Russia

Houston Texans quarterback Matt Schaub talks with Texans head coach Gary Kubiak against the New York Jets during the second half of their NFL football game in East Rutherford

A general view of the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow

World Cup overall points leader Svindal of Norway celebrates on podium with second placed Marsaglia of Italy and third placed Heel of Italy after the men

Second placed Smith of the U.S., winner Gut of Switzerland and her third placed team mate Kamer react on the podium after the Women

Russia

Rangers Hamilton follows though on a two-run triple against Athletics pitcher Milone in the first inning of their MLB American League baseball game in Arlington, Texas

European Olympic Committee President Patrick Hickey gives news conference after EOC

New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony gestures after hitting a three-pointer against the Los Angeles Lakers in the first quarter of their NBA basketball game in New York

Philadelphia Eagles Brown avoids a tackle from the Bengals Peko during the second quarter of their NFL football game in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Rob Waddell and Nathan Cohen of New Zealand take part in the men

U.S. Ryder Cup captain Watson poses for photographers on the observation deck of the Empire State building in New York

UCI president McQuaid poses before an interview with Reuters in Aigle

Golfer Tom Watson and PGA of America president Ted Bishop speak to the press after Watson is introduced as the Ryder Cup captain in New York

Spanish cyclist Contador attends the presentation of the itinerary of the 2013 Tour de France cycling race in Paris

UCI president McQuaid poses before an interview with Reuters in Aigle

Ksenia Moskvina of Russia competes in the women

Utah Jazz guard Mo Williams is carried off the court by Utah Jazz forward Marvin Williams after hitting the game winning shot at the buzzer ending the second half of their NBA basketball game against the San Antonio Spurs in Salt Lake City

Team Korea

Nets Williams drives to the net past Raptors Calderon during their NBA basketball game in Toronto

National Hockey League Commissioner Bettman gestures as he describes negotiations between the NHL and the NHL Players Association regarding difficulties of their current labor negotiations in New York

New Orleans Saints

Jamaica

Former New York Yankees coach Torre leaves the funeral service for composer Hamlisch in New York

Rock of England plays a shot on the 17th hole during the final round of the Abu Dhabi Championship at the Abu Dhabi Golf Club

Lampre-ISD

Aerial view shows the construction site of the Arena da Amazonia, or Vivaldo Lima Stadium, as it is rebuilt to host the 2014 World Cup, in Manaus

Indians batter Choo Shin-soo runs to first base during their MLB American League baseball game in Toronto

Fireworks light up the sky at the closing ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium

Pittsburgh

A general view of the Bolshoy Ice Dome and Adler Arena Skating Centre in the Olympic Park to be used for the Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics

Spanish tennis player Rafa Nadal poses with playing cards depicting some of his 11 Grand Slam victories after an interview with Reuters in Madrid

Tennis player Djokovic at the Winter Whites Gala in aid of the homeless charity Centrepoint at the Royal Hall in London

Patriots Woodhead, Bolden and Ridley celebrate touchdown against Texans during NFL football game in Foxborough

Miami Heat

Washington Redskins

Dodgers

Angels Greinke delivers pitch against Rangers during the first inning of their MLB baseball game in Anaheim

Lance Armstrong speaks to the crowd prior to a run with his fans at Mount Royal park in Montreal

McIlroy of Northern Ireland gestures at the 18th green during the third round of the DP World Tour Championship at Jumeirah Golf Estates in Dubai

South Korea starting pitcher Ryu Hyun-jin pitches to Taiwan in the baseball final at the 16th Asian Games in Guangzhou

Ten-time ASP World Surfing Champuion Slater surfs during the men

Chris John of Indonesia shadow boxes during an open training session ahead of his fight at a gym in Singapore

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers waits to be announced before the game against the Detroit Lions in a NFL football game in Green Bay, Wisconsin

New York Giants

Washington Redskins place kicker Kai Forbath is hugged by teammate Chester after game winning field goal against the Baltimore Ravens in Landover Maryland

Washington Redskins

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Bryant runs in for touchdown ahead of Cincinnati Bengals

Barcelona

Jamieson of Britain watches his shot on the 12th hole during the second round of the Dubai Desert Classic golf tournament at the Emirates Golf Club in Dubai

Hirscher of Austria skis during the first leg in the Men

Maze of Slovenia speeds down during the giant slalom race at the women

Juan Manuel Marquez of Mexico punches at Manny Pacquiao of the Philippines during their welterweight fight at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas

Former Republican U.S. presidential candidate Mitt Romney waits for the start of a welterweight bout between Manny Pacquiao of the Philippines and Juan Manuel Marquez of Mexico at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas

Pacquiao of the Philippines is treated in his corner between rounds during his welterweight fight against Marquez of Mexicoin Las Vegas

Chicago Bulls

Texas A&M quarterback Johnny Manziel looks on during a news conference after winning the Heisman Trophy award in New York

Handout of Dallas Cowboys football player Joshua Price-Brent in this booking photo in Irving, Texas

Former Pennsylvania State University football coach Jerry Sandusky addresses the court during Sandusky

Vonn of the U.S. embraces Ross of the U.S. in the finish area after the women

New York Yankees outfielder Gardner stretches with teammates before a spring training baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies in Clearwater

British Tae Kwon Do champion Aaron Cook poses for photos during a break in filming a promotional film at a location in central London

An illustration by Paul Tinker is seen in a book by former Williams Formula One racing team chairman Adam Parr in London

Mercedes Formula One driver Schumacher gestures during a photo call before the Brazilian F1 Grand Prix at Interlagos circuit in Sao Paulo

Maze of Slovenia reacts in the finish area after the Super-G run of the women

HTC-Columbia rider Rogers sits wearing the leader

Schwartzel of South Africa hits out of a bunker on the 17th hole during the final round of the DP World Tour Championship at Jumeirah Golf Estates in Dubai

Guan of China watches his shot during the Championship Pro-Am of the Volvo China Open at Binhai Lake Golf Club in Tianjin municipality

Denver Broncos running back Moreno is tackled by Oakland Raiders cornerback Bartell during their NFL football game in Oakland

Miami Heat

National Hockey League Commissioner Bettman gestures as he describes negotiations between the NHL and the NHL Players Association regarding difficulties of their current labor negotiations in New York

Injured Steelers quarterback Roethlisberger stands on the field with his arm in a sling before the start of their NFL football game against the Ravens in Pittsburgh

Winner of rally Loeb is seen after the FIA World Rally Championship WRC Neste Oil Rally Finland near Jyvaskyla

Barcelona

Lakers shooting guard Kobe Bryant high fives fans as he leaves the court after their NBA basketball game against the Hornets in New Orleans, Louisiana

Williams of New Zealand

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Russia

Red Bull Formula One driver Vettel of Germany drives his car after a pit stop in the qualifying session of the Turkish F1 Grand Prix at the Istanbul Park circuit in Istanbul

Barcelona

John Senden of Australia hits his tee shot on the second hole during the second round of the Barclays PGA golf tournament on the Black Course at Bethpage State Park in Farmingdale

Los Angeles Clippers Griffin slam dunks over Dallas MavericksKaman during their NBA basketball game in Los Angeles

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Filipino boxer Pacquiao and Marquez of Mexico pose during a news conference at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas

Kansas City and Carolina players form a prayer circle after a NFL football game in Kansas City, Missouri

Mickelson tees off during the first round of the Barclays Singapore Open golf tournament in Sentosa

Yankees

Lance Armstrong waves to the crowd following a run with his fans at Mount Royal park in Montreal

U.S. captain Davis Love III attends a news conference after arriving for the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches in Medinah, Illinois

Scott of Australia tees off on ninth hole during the second round of the Barclays Singapore Open golf tournament in Sentosa

Rose of England hits out of a bunker on the 14th hole during the Nedbank Golf Challenge in Sun City

Oklahoma City Thunder Kevin Durant stuffs ball against Brooklyn Nets in NBA game in New York

A makeshift memorial for Kansas City Chiefs football player Jovan Belcher is seen outside his mother

NE Patriots

Los Angeles Lakers

Green Bay Packers legend Bart Starr speaks as he accepts the FedEx Air NFL Player of the Year for Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers at a ceremony in Dallas

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Dan Haren delivers against the Texas Rangers during the first inning of an MLB baseball game in Anaheim, California

McIlroy of Northern Ireland watches his shot from the 18th tee during the final round of the DP World Tour Championship at Jumeirah Golf Estates in Dubai

Tom Watson of the U.S. smiles as he walks off the 18th green during the third round of the British Open golf championship at Royal Lytham & St Annes

Redskins quarterback Griffin III throws against the Giants defense during their NFL football game in Landover

Arrowhead Stadium where Kansas City

Former Major League baseball player Lenny Dykstra appears Los Angeles Superior court for an arraignment in San Fernando, California

Crennel and Pioli, witnesses to suicide, watch their team before a NFL football game in Kansas City, Missouri

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick watches from the sidelines during their NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers in Philadelphia

Spanish tennis player Rafa Nadal poses with playing cards depicting some of his 11 Grand Slam victories after an interview with Reuters in Madrid

New York Yankees Alex Rodriguez swings through a pitch during the sixth inning of Game 4 of their MLB ALCS baseball playoff series against the Detroit Tigers in Detroit

Miami Heat

Former U.S. cyclist Greg LeMond attends an arbitration hearing addressing Floyd Landis in Malibu

Poulter of England watches his shot from the 10th tee during the third round of the DP World Tour Championship at Jumeirah Golf Estates in Dubai

Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo scrambles as Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Cullen Jenkins is unable to make the tackle in Arlington, Texas

Cincinnati Bengals

Steelers quarterback Batch throws against the Ravens defense during their NFL football game in Baltimore

Graeme McDowell of Northern Ireland poses with his trophy after winning the World Challenge golf tournament in Thousand Oaks, California

Steelers defensive end Hood comes up with a fumble recovery against Baltimore quarterback Flacco during their NFL football game in Baltimore

Tiger Woods waves after making a birdie on the 16th hole during the final round of the World Challenge golf tournament in Thousand Oaks, California

McDowell of Northern Ireland poses with his trophy after winning the World Challenge golf tournament in Thousand Oaks

Ted Ligety of the U.S. skis to first place in the first run of the men

Democratic Party (PD) leader Pier Luigi Bersani arrives to cast his vote at a polling station in Piacenza

U.S. skier Lindsey Vonn makes a turn while on her way to winning the Women

Keegan Bradley of the U.S. tees off on the fifth hole during the third round of the World Challenge golf tournament in Thousand Oaks

Austin Trout celebrates after beating Miguel Cotto in their Super Welterweight World Championship fight in New York

Miami Heat

The Los Angeles Galaxy team poses before playing against the Houston Dynamo before the MLS Cup championship soccer game in Carson

Keegan Bradley of the U.S. tees off on the fifth hole during the third round of the World Challenge golf tournament in Thousand Oaks

Los Angeles Galaxy

Graeme McDowell of Northern Ireland tees off on the 14th hole during the third round of the World Challenge golf tournament in Thousand Oaks

Kansas City media cover scene of suicide following a murder in Kansas City Missouri

Kaymer of Germany walks on the 15th green during the second round of the DP World Tour Championship at Jumeirah Golf Estates in Dubai

The director general of the race Jose Luis Lopez Cerron gives instructions to Astana rider Levi Leipheimer before the start of the fourth stage of the Vuelta de Castilla y Leon cycling race in Zamora

New York Yankees Suzuki connects for a single during the seventh inning during Game 3 in their MLB ALCS baseball playoff series in Detroit

British soccer star David Beckham sits courtside as the Los Angeles Lakers play their season opening game

McDowell of Northern Ireland tees off as storm clouds gather during the second round of the World Challenge golf tournament in Thousand Oaks

Flintoff watches first cricket test match between England and Bangladesh at Lord

The injured New York Yankees relief pitcher Mariano Rivera speaks to the media at a news conference before their MLB American League baseball game with the Tampa Bay Rays at Yankee Stadium in New York

San Antonio Spurs Head Coach Gregg Popovich speaks with guard Nando De Colo during a time out against the Miami Heat at the American Airlines Arena in Miami

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Tommy Hanson throws in the first inning during their MLB National League baseball game against the Washington Nationals at Turner Field in Atlanta

U.S. skier Lindsey Vonn speeds past a gate in the fog during the first Women

Spain

U.S. skier Vonn speeds past a gate in the fog during the first Women

Real Madrid

Christof Innerhofer of Italy celebrates setting the best time as he skis into the finish area in men

New York Mets Wright runs up the first baseline after hitting a solo home run against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the first inning of their MLB National League baseball game in New York

Falcons Turner runs through the defense of the New Orleans Saints during their NFL football game in Atlanta

Lawrie of Scotland watches his shot from the second tee during the first round of the DP World Tour Championship at Jumeirah Golf Estates in Dubai

File photo shows Mongolian-born grand sumo champion Yokozuna Asashoryu, wearing a ceremonial belly band, performing a ring-entering ritual at Meiji Shrine in Tokyo

Houston Dynamo

Galaxy

San Antonio Spurs point guard Tony Parker and center Tim Duncan talk on the bench during the second half of their NBA basketball game against the Utah Jazz in Salt Lake City, Utah

Watney of the U.S. hits his approach shot to the 18th green during the first round of the World Challenge golf tournament in Thousand Oaks, California

Tiger Woods tees off on the fifth hole during the first round of the World Challenge golf tournament in Thousand Oaks

Bradley of the U.S. tees off on the 18th hole during the first round of the World Challenge golf tournament in Thousand Oaks, California

Boston Celtics

Silver medallist Russia

England cricketer Flintoff listens to questions during a news conference in central London

Serena Williams of the U.S. celebrates with the trophy after her victory against Russia

Red Bull Formula One driver Webber gestures inside his garage during the first practice session of the Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix at the Yas Marina circuit on Yas Island

Boston Celtics

Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant slides to the floor on a play against the Houston Rockets in the second half of NBA basketball game in Oklahoma City

Snedeker tees off on the sixth hole during the Pro-Am round of the World Challenge golf tournament in Thousand Oaks

McDowell of Northern Ireland tees off on the sixth hole during the Pro-Am round of the World Challenge golf tournament in Thousand Oaks

Tampa Bay Rays B.J. Upton fails to catch an RBI single by New York Yankees Rodriguez during their MLB game in New York

San Francisco 49ers

Red Bull Formula One driver Vettel celebrates winning the world championship with Team Principal Horner and Technical Chief Newey after the Brazilian F1 Grand Prix

New York Yankees starter Andy Pettitte pitches to the Detroit Tigers during the second inning in Game 1 of their MLB ALCS playoff baseball series in New York

Detroit Lions defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh enters the field for the start of their NFL football game in Detroit

Former Boston Red Sox pitcher Clemens is introduced as a member of the "All-Time Fenway Park Team" before the start of American League MLB baseball action between the Boston Red Sox and Tampa Bay Rays at Fenway Park in Boston

Former heavyweight champion Tyson laughs as he talks about the Broadway debut of his one-man show "Mike Tyson: Undisputed Truth" during a news conference in New York

Fish of the U.S. celebrates defeating Simon of France during their match at the US Open men

Spain

Williams Formula One driver Senna of Brazil arrives in the paddock ahead of the Belgian F1 Grand Prix in Spa Francorchamps

Williams Formula One test driver Bottas of Finland prepares for an official F1 test session at the Mugello race track

PGA golfer Steve Stricker answers a question about using a long putter during a media conference at the World Challenge golf tournament in Thousand Oaks, California

Tiger Woods of the U.S. smiles on the driving range at the World Challenge golf tournament in Thousand Oaks, California

Philadelphia Phillies Ruiz hits an RBI single against the New York Mets during the eighth inning of their MLB National League baseball game in New York

New York Yankees starting pitcher Pettitte is relieved by manager Girardi as catcher Martin and third baseman Rodriguez look on during the seventh inning of Game 1 of their MLB ALCS playoff baseball series in New York

Gold medallist Britain

Tampa Bay Rays teammates congratulate Longoria in the dugout after his solo home run during a MLB American League baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles in St. Petersburg

Philadelphia Eagles Brown scores a touchdown as the Carolina Panthers Norman tries to make the tackle during their NFL game in Philadelphia

New York Knicks Kurt Thomas shoots over Brooklyn Nets Kris Humphries in NBA game in New York

Westwood of England looks on at the first green during the second round of the DP World Tour Championship at Jumeirah Golf Estates in Dubai

New York Giants

Patriots linebacker Jermaine Cunningham sacks Eagles quarterback Michael Vick during the first quarter of their preseason NFL football game in Foxborough

Cohen, director of the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service, speaks after negotiations collapsed between the NFL and NFLPA in Washington

The Olympic flag is carried as fireworks explode during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games

Seahawks Browner and Sherman celebrate Browner

Donald of England hits onto the 18th green during the fourth and final round of the DP World Tour Championship at Jumeirah Golf Estates in Dubai

McIlroy of Northern Ireland celebrates at the 18th green after the fourth and final round of the DP World Tour Championship at Jumeirah Golf Estates in Dubai

New York Giants

Toronto Argonauts Jeff Keeping celebrates with the Grey Cup after the Argonauts defeated the Calgary Stampders in the 100th CFL Grey Cup championship football game in Toronto

San Diego Chargers quarterback Rivers passes the ball against the Baltimore Ravens during the first half of their NFL football game in San Diego

Red Bull Formula One driver Sebastian Vettel of Germany celebrates winning the world championship next to compatriot Mercedes driver Michael Schumacher after the Brazilian F1 Grand Prix

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones races away from Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Leonard Johnson to score.

Seattle Seahawks Kam Chancellor and Brandon Browner look on as Miami Dolphins

Mercedes Formula One driver Michael Schumacher of Germany congratulates compatriot Red Bull driver Sebastian Vettel after the Brazilian F1 Grand Prix

Red Bull Formula One driver Sebastian Vettel of Germany celebrates winning the world championship with his team after finishing sixth in the Brazilian F1 Grand Prix

McIlroy of Northern Ireland smiles at his girlfriend tennis player Wozniacki of Denmark as he poses with his trophy after the fourth and final round of the DP World Tour Championship at Jumeirah Golf Estates in Dubai

Rose of England hits a shot at the 18th hole during the first round of the DP World Tour Championship at Jumeirah Golf Estates in Dubai

Miami Heat

Injured Philadelphia 76ers Andrew Bynum smiles before the start of the NBA basketball game between the 76ers and the Denver Nuggets in Philadelphia

Britain

Red Bull Formula One driver Mark Webber of Australia, McLaren drivers Lewis Hamilton and Jenson Button of Britain pose for photos after the qualifying session of the Brazilian F1 Grand Prix at Interlagos circuit in Sao Paulo

Olympic athletes Usain Bolt of Jamaica and Allyson Felix of the U.S. speak after receiving their Male and Female Athlete of the Year 2012 Award in Barcelona

McIlroy of Northern Ireland lines up his shot on the third green during the third round of the DP World Championship at Jumeirah Golf Estates in Dubai

Poulter of England watches his shot from the second tee during the first round of the DP World Tour Championship at Jumeirah Golf Estates in Dubai

Jeev Milkha Singh watches his shot from the rough during the second round of the British Open golf championship at Royal Lytham & St Annes

New Orleans Saints cornerback Corey White intercepts a pass away from Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drew Davis during the second half of their NFL football game in New Orleans

Sauber Formula One driver Kobayashi gets ready for the first practice session of the Indian F1 Grand Prix at the Buddh International Circuit in Greater Noida

Jamaica

Torres gives a news conference on the condition of former welterweight boxing champion Hector "Macho" Camacho in San Juan

Aries Merritt of the U.S. competes in the men

McIlroy of Northern Ireland watches his shot from the 16th tee during the second round of the DP World Tour Championship at Jumeirah Golf Estates in Dubai

New England Patriots

Redskins

Houston Texans kicker Shayne Graham kicks the game winning field goal during overtime of their Thanksgiving Day NFL football game against the Detroit Lions in Detroit

McLaren Formula One driver Hamilton of Britain gestures on the podium after winning the U.S. F1 Grand Prix in Austin

Denmark

Musician Paul McCartney performs during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium

Padraig Harrington of Ireland watches his tee shot on the 12th hole during the second round of the Barclays PGA golf tournament on the Black Course at Bethpage State Park in Farmingdale

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Westbrook passes Los Angeles Clippers guard Paul during their NBA basketball game in Oklahoma City

Brazil

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Blaine Gabbert examines his arm after being sacked by Houston Texans safety Danieal Manning in Houston

People console each other as they await news on the condition of former Puerto Rican welterweight boxer Hector "Macho" Camacho outside the hospital, where Camacho is being treated for a gunshot wound to the face and neck, in San Juan

WBO welterweight champion Manny Pacquiao of the Philippines is treated in his corner between rounds during his title fight against Timothy Bradley Jr. of the U.S. in Las Vegas

Donald Fehr, executive director of the National Hockey League Players

Red Bull Formula One driver Vettel offers his cap to Ferrari

Dettori on Colour Vision celebrates after winning The Gold Cup on Ladies

South Africa

China

Lawrie of Scotland tees off on the first hole during the BMW Masters 2012 golf tournament in Shanghai

Poulter of England looks back on the 15th fairway during the final day of the WGC-HSBC Champions Tournament at Mission Hills in Dongguan

Murray of Britain practices speaks with his coach Lendl during a practice session ahead of the ATP tennis finals at the O2 Arena in London

Los Angeles Lakers

Choi Jin-ho of South Korea watches his shot during the third round of the Volvo China Open at Binhai Lake Golf Club in Tianjin

File picture shows Camacho of Puerto Rico celebrating his fifth round victory over Leonard of U.S. during their IBC middleweight title fight in Atlantic City

New York Yankees

New England Patriots quarterback Brady shakes hands with Indianapolis Colts quarterback Luck at the conclusion of the fourth quarter of their NFL football game in Foxborough

Los Angeles Galaxy

Kansas City

Redskins cornerback Hall and Jets receiver Burress continue to go at each other after the whistle at the end of a play during the first half of their NFL football game in Landover

Toronto Blue Jays manager Gibbons stands on the field during their MLB baseball game against the New York Yankees in Toronto

Kaymer of Germany takes off his cap at the end of the third day of the WGC-HSBC Champions Tournament at Mission Hills in Dongguan

McIlroy from Northern Ireland hits on sixth fairway at Hong Kong Open Championship

German Formula One driver Michael Schumacher poses with the Legend of Sport trophy at the German Sports Press Ball in Frankfurt

Spain

Team Europe golfer Donald reacts to his sand shot that won his match against U.S. golfer Bubba on the 17th green during the 39th Ryder Cup singles golf matches at the Medinah Country Club

Baltimore Ravens free safety Reed celebrates his fourth quarter interception against the Houston Texans during their NFL AFC Divisional Playoff football game in Baltimore

San Francisco 49ers

British soccer star David Beckham sits courtside as the Los Angeles Lakers play their season opening game

Irving smiles during U.S. Olympic basketball team practice at UNLV

National League All-Star Cabrera of the San Francisco Giants holds the MVP trophy at the Major League Baseball

Memphis Grizzlies

Los Angeles Galaxy

Denver Broncos running back Willis McGahee (23) flies to the 1-yard-line past New Orleans Saints cornerback Jabari Greer (L) in the first quarter of their NFL football game in Denver October 28, 2012.

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Brandon Roy (L) grabs a loose ball in front of Toronto Raptors defenders Alan Anderson and DeMar DeRozan (R) during the first half of their NBA basketball game in Toronto November 4, 2012.

Carolina Panthers

Lakers center Dwight Howard blocks a shot by Rockets center Cole Aldrich during the second half of their NBA basketball game in Los Angeles

Former NBA player Horace Grant gets help from Mitch Richmond (2nd R) during a exhibition game with Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) star players inside the Mall of Asia Arena in Manila

A skier skis down a slope on a sunny autumn day in the western Austrian glacier ski resort of Soelden

Miami Marlins Reyes throws out Boston Red Sox Pedroia during their MLB interleague game in Boston

Tottenham Hotspur

Wizards

McLaren Formula One driver Hamilton of Britain celebrates winning the U.S. F1 Grand Prix at the Circuit of the Americas in Austin

Scotland

Red Bull Formula One driver Vettel of Germany drives during the U.S. F1 Grand Prix at the Circuit of the Americas in Austin

McLaren driver Hamilton, Red Bull driver Vettel and Ferrari driver Alonso drink champagne on the podium after the U.S. F1 Grand Prix in Austin

Lakers shooting guard Bryant battles Rockets small forward Parsons and Rockets center Asik for the ball during the second half of their NBA basketball game in Los Angeles

Baltimore Ravens

Keselowski celebrates with the Sprint Cup which he clinched during the Ford EcoBoost 400 Sprint Cup NASCAR race, as confetti rains down on him in Homestead

New England Patriots tight end Gronkowski celebrates his touchdown against the Indianapolis Colts during their NFL football game in Foxborough

McLaren driver Hamilton gestures next to Red Bull driver Vettel, Ferrari driver Alonso and Texas Governor Perry after the U.S. F1 Grand Prix in Austin

Czech Republic

Czech Stepanek reacts during their Davis Cup final match in Prague

Ferrari Formula One driver Massa drives during the qualifying session of the U.S. F1 Grand Prix in Austin

Snoop Dogg performs during the H2O Music Festival at Los Angeles State Historic Park in Los Angeles

Jimenez of Spain poses with his trophy and a cigar after winning the Hong Kong Open golf tournament

Czech Berdych and Stepanek celebrate after winning over Spain

NHL Commissioner Bettman smiles during announcement that New York Islanders will move to Barclays Center, in New York

Fans of Sauber Formula One driver Perez watch the third practice session of the U.S. F1 Grand Prix in Austin

Red Bull

Red Bull Formula One driver Vettel sits in his car during the third practice session of the U.S. F1 Grand Prix in Austin

Czech

Los Angeles Lakers Steve Nash of Canada and Kobe Bryant react during their loss to the Dallas Mavericks during their NBA basketball game in Los Angeles

Phoenix Suns

NBA Hall of Famer Kareem Abdul-Jabbar looks at a bronze statue of himself as it is unveiled in Los Angeles

Former NFL player and coach Mike Ditka listens during a hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington

Beckham of the L.A. Galaxy warms up before his team faces the Vancouver Whitecaps during their MLS soccer match in Vancouver

The Czech Republic

Sauber Formula One driver Kobayashi drives ahead of team mate Perez during the second practice session of the U.S. F1 Grand Prix in Austin

Eagles quarterback Vick leaves the field with a concussion while playing against Cowboys during their NFL football game in Philadelphia

Red Bull Formula One driver Vettel sits in his car during the second practice session of the U.S. F1 Grand Prix in Austin

The results board at the NHL draft lottery is seen in New York.

New Los Angeles Lakers head coach Mike D

National League All-Star Cabrera of the San Francisco Giants holds the MVP trophy at the Major League Baseball

Tyson Ross of U.S. reacts during the men

Red Bull Formula One driver Vettel drives during the first practice session of the U.S. F1 Grand Prix in Austin

Spain

Indianapolis Colts

McIlroy from Northern Ireland hits on sixth fairway at Hong Kong Open Championship

Scott of Australia hits a shot during the third round of the Barclays Singapore Open golf tournament in Sentosa

British soccer star David Beckham sits courtside as the Los Angeles Lakers play their season opening game

Miami Dolphins safety Reshad Jones causes Buffalo Bills wide receiver Donald Jones to fumble in the fourth quarter of their NFL football game in Orchard Park, New York

Australian swimmer Leisel Jones looks on during a news conference at the Media Press Centre in London 2012 Olympic Park in Stratford

New Los Angeles Lakers head coach Mike D

Detroit Tigers

San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Romo jumps into the arms of catcher Posey after defeating the Detroit Tigers to win the MLB World Series baseball championship in Detroit

Major League Baseball Commissioner Bud Selig speaks at news conference to announce new collective bargaining agreement with players in New York

New York Yankees

Arsenal

Formula One defending world champion Sebastian Vettel poses during a news conference in Weehawken

Czech Republic

Sweden

Barcelona

Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland reacts after missing a putt on the thirteenth green during the first day of the Hong Kong Open golf tournament

Miami Heat

Los Angeles Angels Hunter hits an RBI double during their MLB game against the Oakland Athletics in Anaheim

Tampa Bay Rays David Price pitches to New York Yankees in MLB game in New York

File photo of Seven-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong during stage five of the Amgen Tour of California

Miami Marlins shortstop Jose Reyes celebrates with teammate Gil Velazquez after Reyes scored the winning run over the New York Mets on a bases loaded 11th inning single by teammate Donovan Solano during their MLB National League baseball game in Miami

Sweden

Vonn from the U.S. poses with her trophies after winning the overall World Cup at the Alpine skiing World Cup finals in Schladming

Russia coach Fabio Capello and U.S. coach Jurgen Klinsmann watch their teams during their international friendly soccer match in Krasnodar

Qatar

A view of the renovations at the Maracana Stadium for the 2014 World Cup in Rio de Janeiro

Russia coach Fabio Capello and U.S. coach Jurgen Klinsmann watch their teams during their international friendly soccer match in Krasnodar

AFC champion Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Byron Leftwich talks to a reporter in Fort Worth

McIlroy watches shot on 10th hole during the third round of the Barclays Singapore Open golf tournament in Sentosa

Poulter of England looks back on the 15th fairway during the final day of the WGC-HSBC Champions Tournament at Mission Hills in Dongguan

Los Angeles Lakers Kobe Bryant goes up to shoot against the San Antonio Spurs during their NBA basketball game in Los Angeles

New York Knicks head coach Mike D

Oakland Athletics manager Melvin watches from the dugout as his team plays the Detroit Tigers in Game 4 of their MLB ALDS playoff baseball series in Oakland

Los Angeles Lakers Kobe Bryant reacts during their loss to the Dallas Mavericks in their NBA basketball game in Los Angeles

Bears McCown throws a pass during their game in Chicago

Minnesota Timberwolves Chase Budinger dunks the ball in front of Brooklyn Nets Kris Humphries in their NBA basketball game in New York

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Roethlisberger passes against the New York Jets in the first quarter of their NFL football game in Pittsburgh

UCI president McQuaid speaks to media during a news conference on the Lance Armstrong doping scandal in Geneva

Dettori on Colour Vision celebrates after winning The Gold Cup on Ladies

Switzerland

A flaming phoenix flies above the Olympic flame during the closing ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium

Wigan Athletic

Czech Republic

Kansas City Chiefs

Spanish tennis player Rafa Nadal poses after an interview with Reuters in Madrid

Buffalo Bills running back Jackson runs into the end zone for a touchdown against the New England Patriots during the second quarter of their NFL football game in Foxborough

Bears quarterback Cutler lies on the field after being hit late on a play by the Houston Texans during the first half of their NFL football game at Soldier Field in Chicago

Los Angeles Angels

Allyson Felix, a track and field athlete and Olympic gold medalist, takes part in the first day of the Clinton Global Initiative 2012 (CGI) in New York

Djokovic of Serbia raises trophy after beating Switzerland

McIlroy of Northern Ireland is congratulated by officials after he finished the final round of the Barclays Singapore Open golf tournament in Sentosa

Newly-acquired Philadelphia 76ers player Bynum smiles during a news conference at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia

Spain

Team Europe golfer Colsaerts celebrates winning the Ryder Cup for Europe during the 39th Ryder Cup singles golf matches at the Medinah Country Club

Armstrong, founder of the LIVESTRONG foundation, takes part in a special session regarding cancer in the developing world during the Clinton Global Initiative in New York

New York Knicks head coach Mike D

Sacramento Kings forward Cousins holds his groin after getting hit by a ball during the second half of their NBA basketball game against the Utah Jazz in Salt Lake City, Utah

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Dalton throws under pressure from New York Giants during the first half of play in their NFL football game in Cincinnati

Switzerland

Argentina

Manassero of Italy tees off during the third round of the Barclays Singapore Open golf tournament in Sentosa

McIlroy of Northern Ireland hits from bunker during the third round of the Barclays Singapore Open golf tournament in Sentosa

Danny Chia of Malaysia chips the ball onto the ninth green during the third round of the Hong Kong Open golf tournament

Manassero of Italy celebrates after winning the Barclays Singapore Open golf tournament in Sentosa

McIlroy watches shot on 10th hole during the third round of the Barclays Singapore Open golf tournament in Sentosa

Houston Rockets head coach Kevin McHale talks to his players during their NBA basketball game against the Toronto Raptors in Houston

Ukrainian WBO, IBO, IBF and WBA heavyweight boxing world champion Vladimir Klitschko gestures as he celebrates his victory over Polish challenger Mariusz Wach after their title bout in Hamburg

Roger Federer of Switzerland holds his winners trophy and Andy Murray of Britain holds his runners-up trophy after Federer defeated Murray in their men

Switzerland

Washington Nationals manager Johnson smiles before his team

Bjorn of Denmark putts on ninth hole during rain-delayed second round of the Barclays Singapore Open golf tournament in Sentosa

South Korea starting pitcher Ryu Hyun-jin pitches to Taiwan in the baseball final at the 16th Asian Games in Guangzhou

Mickelson of U.S. walks down fairway with spectators carrying umbrella during the second round of the Barclays Singapore Open golf tournament in Sentosa

Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland and girlfriend Caroline Wozniacki of Denmark ride in a buggy after the rain-delayed second round of the Barclays Singapore Open golf tournament in Sentosa

Dallas Mavericks

Australia

Britain

Patriots

Steelers Sanders catches a pass from quarterback Roethlisberger to score against Raiders Ware in the second quarter of their NFL football game in Pittsburgh

Britain

NHL commissioner Gary Bettman speaks to the media in New York

Gold medallist Britain

Los Angeles Lakers coach Mike Brown (R) chats to Steve Nash of Canada during their loss to the Dallas Mavericks in their NBA basketball game in Los Angeles

Houston Texans

Chris John of Indonesia shadow boxes during an open training session ahead of his fight at a gym in Singapore

Manchester United

Nirat of Thailand celebrates his birdie shot on the 9th green during the first round of the European Masters golf tournament in Crans-Montana

Australia

Goodman is led away from Manhattan Criminal Court after being extradited to California in custody of LAPD detectives in New York

Thunder point guard Westbrook and Durant celebrates after a made basket against the Chicago Bulls during the first second of their NBA basketball game in Chicago

Thomas Robinson speaks during a news conference for prospective NBA draft picks in New York

Detroit Tigers

The Miami Heats

Gainey of the U.S. tees off on the ninth hole in the PGA Waste Management Phoenix Open in Scottsdale

Angels

Britain

Miami Heat

Pishchalnikova of Russia competes in the women

Barcelona

Molinari of Italy watches his shot on the first hole during the BMW Masters 2012 golf tournament at Lake Malaren Golf Club in Shanghai

Casey of England lines his putt on the 15th green during the European Masters golf tournament in Crans-Montana

Britain

Britain

New York Mets

Indiana

Sebastian Coe, chairman of the organising committee for the London Olympics speaks at the Conservative Party conference in Birmingham

Serbia

File photo of Detroit Tigers Delmon Young in Detroit

Abitova of Russia celebrates after winning silver medal in women

UCI president McQuaid speaks to media during a news conference on the Lance Armstrong doping scandal in Geneva

NHL Deputy Commissioner Daly acknowledges the media in Glendale

Bulls Noah and teammates, Deng, Rose and Boozer pose for photographs during media day for their upcoming NBA basketball season in Deerfield

Mickelson of the U.S. smiles during a news conference ahead of the Barclays Singapore Open golf tournament in Singapore

Golfer McIlroy watches from the stands the WTA Tournament of Champions final match between Wozniacki of Denmark and Petrova of Russia in Sofia

Jonas Blixt of Sweden hits his tee shot on the second hole on the the south course at Torrey Pines during final round play at the Farmers Open PGA golf tournament in San Diego

Texas Rangers pitcher Darvish throws against the Baltimore Orioles in the first inning of their MLB American League Wild Card playoff baseball game in Arlington, Texas

Hornets head coach Williams looks on as his team takes on the Lakers during the first half of their NBA basketball game in New Orleans

Oklahoma City Thunder

Malaysia

Lampre-ISD rider Scarponi of Italy rides during the opening time trial of the Giro d

Bobcats guard Henderson fights for control of the ball against Magic shooting guard Redick in their NBA game in Charlotte

Frederik Nielsen of Denmark and Jonathan Marray of Britain embrace after defeating Bob Bryan of the U.S. and Mike Bryan of the U.S. in their men

Switzerland

Berdych of Czech Republic serves to Murray of Britain during their men

Race goers cheer the winning horse Green Moon after it won the Melbourne Cup at Flemington Racecourse in Melbourne

London 2012 Olympics gold medallist runner Allyson Felix arrives at the 2012 Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards in Los Angeles

Daly of the U.S. watches his tee shot on the first hole during the third round of the PGA Championship golf tournament at The Ocean Course on Kiawah Island

Scott of Australia hits a shot on the rough off the ninth fairway during the third day of the WGC-HSBC Champions Tournament at Mission Hills in Dongguan

Eagles

Boston Red Sox

Adam Oates, the new head coach of the NHL hockey team the Washington Capitals, smiles during a news conference in Washington

Roger Federer of Switzerland and Rafael Nadal of Spain pose together before their men

Astana Pro Team rider Vinokourov of Kazakhstan arrives at the sign-in podium before the start of the seventh stage of the 99th Tour de France cycling race between Tomblaine and La Planche des Belles Filles

Carlos Ghosn, Chairman and CEO of the Renault-Nissan Alliance, shakes hands with AirAsia Group CEO and Caterham Group Chairman Fernandes in Boulogne-Billancourt

Ferrer of Spain celebrates with trophy after winning his final men

Cowboys

Falcons

New York Giants running back Brown runs into fullback Hynoski trying to block for him as Pittsburgh Steelers free safety Clark and cornerback Taylor tackle him to prevent a touchdown in their NFL football game in East Rutherford

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Luck looks for a receiver against the Miami Dolphins during the fourth quarter of their NFL football game in Indianapolis

New York Giants Bradshaw has words with Pittsburgh Steelers Clark after late hit on Giants Cruz and was penalized in the second quarter of their NFL football game in East Rutherford

Federer of Switzerland speaks at news conference ahead of the ATP tennis finals at the O2 Arena in London

Runners participating in fun runs are handed water by a group of friends who created their own aid station in Central Park

Janowicz of Poland returns the ball during his final men

Djokovic of Serbia reacts during his match against Querrey of the US during the Paris Masters tennis tournament in Paris

Lotus F1 Formula One driver Kimi Raikkonen of Finland lifts his trophy after winning the Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix at the Yas Marina circuit on Yas Island

Lotus F1 Formula One driver Raikkonen and Red Bull

Petrova of Russia kisses the trophy after defeating Wozniacki of Denmark at WTA Tournament of Champions final match in Sofia

Czech Republic

Ferrer of Spain returns the ball during his final men

Lotus F1 Formula One driver Raikkonen celebrates after winning the Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix at the Yas Marina circuit on Yas Island

McLaren Formula One driver Hamilton leads the pack at the start of the the Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix at the Yas Marina circuit on Yas Island

Winner Guan holds a certificate of invitation to the 2013 Masters Tournament as runner-up Pan poses with a certificate of entry to International Final Qualifying for the Open Championship, during the Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship in Chonburi

Poulter of England celebrates on the 18th green after winning the WGC-HSBC Champions Tournament at Mission Hills in Dongguan

Louis Oosthuizen of South Africa hits on the 18th fairway in front of a Buddhist Guanyin statue during the WGC-HSBC Champions Tournament at Mission Hills in Dongguan

Jockey Velazquez celebrates aboard horse Wise Dan after his first place win in the running of the Breeders

Toronto Raptors Andrea Bargnani tries to pass between Brooklyn Nets Brook Lopez and Gerald Wallace in NBA game in New York

Hernandez Jr. celebrates after he won first place aboard horse Fort Larned in the Breeders

Injured New York Yankees closer Rivera throws out the ceremonial first pitch before Game 3 of their MLB ALDS baseball playoff series against the Baltimore Orioles in New York

Horse Shanghai Bobby with Napravnik in the irons rides back to the winniers circle following winning the running of the Breeders Cup Grey Goose Juvenile thoroughbred horse race in Arcadia

Horse Groupie Doll with Maragh in the irons celebrates his first place finish during the running of the Breeders

Murray of Britain returns the ball to Poland

Red Bull Formula One driver Vettel sits in his car during the qualifying session of the Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix at the Yas Marina circuit on Yas Island

McLaren Formula One driver Hamilton celebrates after taking pole position in the qualifying session of the Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix at the Yas Marina circuit on Yas Island

Jerzy Janowicz of Poland returns the ball during his semi-final men

Czech Republic

Djokovic of Serbia stands next to Murray of Britain during the trophy presentation after their men

McLaren Formula One driver Hamilton drives during the third practice session of the Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix at the Yas Marina circuit on Yas Island

McLaren Formula One driver Hamilton drives during the first practice session of the Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix at the Yas Marina circuit on Yas Island

Westwood of England lines up a putt on the ninth green where he shot a birdie during the third day of the WGC-HSBC Champions Tournament at Mission Hills in Dongguan

Mariners Iwakuma throws against Rangers Kinsler during American League MLB baseball game in Seattle

Heat

Heat

Jockey Javier Castellano celebrates atop Zagora after winning the running of the Breeders

Mike Smith celebrates atop Royal Delta after his victory in the running of the Breeders

Workers adjust the finish line of the 2012 ING Marathon after the race was canceled due to Hurricane Sandy, in New York

Jockey Garrett Gomez, atop Beholder, celebrates in the winner

Saints running back Darren Sproles returns a kick during the second half of their NFL football game against the Chargers in New Orleans, Louisiana

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Roethlisberger passes against the New York Jets in the first quarter of their NFL football game in Pittsburgh

Lance Armstrong walks back to his car after running at Mount Royal park with fans in Montreal

Janowicz of Poland celebrates after winning his quarter-final match against Tipsarevic of Serbia at the Paris Masters tennis tournament in Paris

Liverpool

Kvitova of the Czech Republic wipes forehead after missing a shot against Martic of Croatia at the Pan Pacific Open tennis tournament in Tokyo

Marussia Formula One test driver Chilton drives during the first practice session of the Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix at the Yas Marina circuit on Yas Island

Manchester United

Oosthuizen of South Africa tees off on the fifth hole during the second day of the WGC-HSBC Champions Tournament at Mission Hills in Dongguan

Chargers

U.S. golfer Tiger Woods signs autographs for students after a coaching session in Singapore

Game On Dude works out for Saturday

U.S. national soccer player Landon Donovan controls the ball during a practice session at the Azteca stadium in Mexico City

Crawford of Los Angeles Clippers drives the ball between James and Temple of Miami Heat during the NBA China Games at Wukesong arena in Beijing

Poland

Red Bull Formula One driver Vettel of Germany smiles after speaking with media ahead of Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix at Yas Marina circuit in Abu Dhabi

Formula One supremo Bernie Ecclestone gestures during the presentation of a commemorative book presented to him on the occasion of his birthday at the Indian F1 Grand Prix at the Buddh International Circuit in Greater Noida

U.S. golfer Woods speaks to the media during a news conference at Marina Bay Sands in Singapore

Scott of Australia tees off on the 12th hole during the first day of the HSBC Champions golf tournament at Mission Hills Dongguan

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Raptors

Los Angeles Angels

Warriors

Los Angeles Lakers Kobe Bryant reacts during their loss to the Dallas Mavericks in their NBA basketball game in Los Angeles

San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey, with his wife Kristen, waves as he rides through confetti at the Giants

U.S tennis players Serena Williams and Venus Williams smile during a news conference in Lagos

Djokovic of Serbia returns the ball to Querrey of the US during the Paris Masters tennis tournament in Paris

A view of the renovations of the Maracana Stadium for the 2014 World Cup in Rio de Janeiro

Germany

Rose of England hits a shot on the 15th hole during the BMW Masters 2012 golf tournament at Lake Malaren Golf Club in Shanghai

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Jake Peavy gestures at Toronto Blue Jays Moises Sierra in Toronto.

Boston Celtics forward Paul Pierce fouls Miami Heat guard Ray Allen in the first half of their NBA basketball game in Miami, Florida

Denver Nuggets guard Ty Lawson celebrates hitting a three-point basket against the Los Angeles Lakers in Denver

Australia

Boston Celtics forward Pierce drives to the basket as Miami Heat defenders Bosh, James and Wade pursue in the second half during their NBA basketball game in Miami

Woods of the U.S. reacts as he stands next to fellow golfer McIlroy of Northern Ireland during trophy presentation after their exhibition event at Jinsha Lake Golf Club in Zhengzhou

A Port Authority Police SUV makes its way through flood waters covering roads leading toward Teterboro Airport in Teterboro

Tsonga of France reacts during his match against Benneteau of France during the Paris Masters tennis tournament

Lakers guard Kobe Bryant smiles during an interview at NBA media day for the Los Angeles Lakers basketball team in Los Angeles

Indiana Pacers

Russia

Thaworn Wiratchant of Thailand watches his shot on the first hole during the Malaysia

Half-made soccer shoes inside a temporary factory in a rural village on the edge of Dandong

Arizona Cardinals LaRod Stephens-Howling gets smothered by San Francisco 49ers defense in the first half during their NFL football game in Phoenix

Djokovic of Serbia holds his trophy after winning the men

San Antonio Spurs power forward Matt Bonner congratulates shooting guard Manu Ginobili during the second half of their NBA basketball game in Salt Lake City, Utah

San Francisco Giants general manager Brian Sabean carries the World Series Trophy on the field after his team defeated the Detroit Tigers in Game 4 to win the MLB World Series baseball championship in Detroit

Former world champion boxer and gold medalist Sugar Ray Leonard speaks with the press about being the victim of child sexual abuse at the National Conference on Child Sexual Abuse in State College

San Francisco Giants players celebrate after defeating the Detroit Tigers to win the MLB World Series baseball championship in Detroit

New York Jets quarterback Tim Tebow celebrates running for a first down against Houston Texans in their NFL game in East Rutherford

Team Europe golfer Garcia holds the Ryder Cup with captain Olazabal after the closing ceremony of the 39th Ryder Cup at the Medinah Country Club

McIlroy of Northern Ireland holds winner

Red Bull Formula One driver Vettel leads on the first turn of the Indian F1 Grand Prix at the Buddh International Circuit in Greater Noida

U.N. Secretary General Ban opens the high-level meeting on countering nuclear terrorism in New York

McIlroy of Northern Ireland tees off on the eighth hole during BMW Masters 2012 golf tournament in Shanghai

San Francisco Giants

Atlanta Falcons tight end Gonzalez catches a pass under pressure from the Philadelphia Eagles Kendricks during the second quarter of their NFL football game in Philadelphia

Denver Broncos running back Willis McGahee takes a handoff from Denver quarterback Peyton Manning against the New Orleans Saints in the first quarter of their NFL football game in Denver

Patriots Lloyd celebrates his touchdown against the St. Louis Rams with teammate Nate Solder during the third quarter of their NFL football game at Wembley Stadium in London

Serena Williams of the U.S. celebrates with the trophy after her victory against Russia

Argentina

Mercedes Formula One driver Schumacher sits in his car during the third practice session of the Indian F1 Grand Prix at the Buddh International Circuit in Greater Noida

Sky Procycling rider and leader

Hanson of Sweden poses with his trophy after winning the BMW Masters 2012 golf tournament at Lake Malaren Golf Club in Shanghai

Honda MotoGP rider Stoner of Australia celebrates winning the Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix at Phillip Island

Watney of the U.S. poses with his trophy after winning the Malaysia

Formula One commercial supremo Ecclestone is pictured in the paddock ahead of the Singapore F1 Grand Prix

Fans take photos of former NBA player McGrady as he arrives at Qingdao airport

Watney of the U.S. tees off on the first hole during the final round of the Malaysia

Yamaha MotoGP test rider Katsuyuki Nakasuga of Japan takes a corner during first free practice session at Malaysian Grand Prix in Sepang

Yamaha MotoGP rider Lorenzo of Spain races during the Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix at Phillip Island

U.S. Olympic basketball player Harden watches during a training session ahead of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the M.E.N Arena in Manchester

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Ryan Vogelsong is congratulated by teammates after coming out of the game against the Detroit Tigers in the sixth inning during Game 3 of the MLB World Series baseball championship in Detroit

NFL commissioner Tagliabue answers questions during a special league meeting to select a new commissioner in Northbrook

Detroit Tigers

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Max Scherzer tips his cap after leaving the game in the sixth inning during Game 4 of the MLB ALCS baseball playoff series against the New York Yankees in Detroit

San Francisco Giants manager Bruce Bochy talks with the media during a news conference in Detroit, Michigan

Williams of the U.S. hits a return to Poland

Switzerland

Ferrari Formula One driver Alonso is pushed into his garage during the qualifying session of the Indian F1 Grand Prix at the Buddh International Circuit in Greater Noida

Sebastian Coe, chairman of the organising committee for the London Olympics speaks at the Conservative Party conference in Birmingham

Hanson of Sweden holds a ball on the third green during the BMW Masters 2012 golf tournament at Lake Malaren Golf Club in Shanghai

Red Bull Formula One driver Vettel drives during the third practice session of the Indian F1 Grand Prix at the Buddh International Circuit in Greater Noida

Woods of the U.S. tees off on the first hole during the third round of Malaysia

Red Bull Formula One driver Vettel drives during the third practice session of the Indian F1 Grand Prix at the Buddh International Circuit in Greater Noida

Kingfisher Airlines Chairman Mallya speaks on a mobile phone amid his security personnel on guard during a meeting with the debt-laden airline

Detroit Tigers catcher Alex Avila and outfielder Austin Jackson talk with the media during a news conference at Comerica Park in Detroit

Honda MotoGP rider Stoner of Australia rides during a free practice session ahead of the Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix at Phillip Island

Silver medallist Malaysia

Los Angeles Lakers

San Francisco Giants pitcher Ryan Vogelsong talks with the media during a news conference in Detroit, Michigan

Detroit Tigers manager Jim Leyland talks with the media during a news conference at Comerica Park in Detroit,

Almagro of Spain hits return during his single

Vonn of the U.S. Celebrates with her trophy after winning Alpine skiing women

UCI president McQuaid speaks to media during a news conference on the Lance Armstrong doping scandal in Geneva

McIlroy of Northern Ireland hits a shot on the 8th hole during the BMW Masters 2012 golf tournament at Lake Malaren Golf Club in Shanghai

Red Bull Formula One driver Vettel sits in his car during the first practice session of the Indian F1 Grand Prix at the Buddh International Circuit in Greater Noida

Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Lavonte David tries to recover a Minnesota Vikings fumble

Sauber Formula One drivers Kobayashi of Japan and Perez of Mexico pose next to the C31-Ferrari during the official presentation of the Sauber Formula One Team 2012 at the Jerez racetrack

San Francisco Giants

Honda MotoGP rider Stoner of Australia waves during a free practice session ahead of the Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix at Phillip Island

File picture shows German super middleweight boxer Graciano "Rocky" Rocchigiani celebrating with his trainer Emanuel Steward of the U.S. after winning his fight against U.S. boxer John Scully in Berlin

Packers

San Francisco Giants

NBA Commissioner David Stern attends the Allen & Co Media Conference in Sun Valley, Idaho

File picture of LeMond of the U.S. and Tour de France leader Fignon of France standing on the podium of the Tour de France cycling race in Paris

NBA Commissioner David Stern attends the Allen & Co Media Conference in Sun Valley, Idaho

Spanish tennis player Nadal poses with playing cards depicting some of his 11 Grand Slam victories after an interview with Reuters in Madrid

Tianna Madison of the U.S. competes in her women

Detroit Pistons

Los Angeles Lakers Dwight Howard poses for a photo during NBA media day for the Los Angeles Lakers basketball team in Los Angeles

Miami Heat

San Francisco Giants

Donaldson of Wales hits out of a bunker onto the 15th green during the final round of the European Masters golf tournament in Crans-Montana

Tiger Woods of the U.S. watches his shot on the first hole during the Malaysia

Detroit Tigers

Hunter Mahan of the U.S. tees off on the 5th hole during his World Golf Final Group 2 match against Webb Simpson of the U.S. in Antalya

San Francisco Giants

San Francisco Giants

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Justin Verlander leaves the field in the fourth inning against the San Francisco Giants during Game 1 of the MLB World Series baseball championship in San Francisco

Lakers guard Kobe Bryant smiles during an interview at NBA media day for the Los Angeles Lakers basketball team in Los Angeles

Austraria

Ferrari Formula One driver Alonso of Spain walks to his car at the grid before the Singapore F1 Grand Prix

Vikings defensive ends Jared Allen and Brian Robison celebrate after Allen sacks Tennessee Titans quarterback Matt Hasselbeck in Minneapolis

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Lumpkin dives over Dallas Cowboys inside linebacker Lee for a first down during their NFL football game in Tampa

Detroit Tigers manager Jim Leyland and his players attend pre-game introduction ceremonies before Game 1 of the MLB World Series baseball championship against the San Fransciso Giants in San Francisco

Giants starting pitcher Cain pitches against the Cardinals during Game 7 in their MLB NLCS playoff baseball series in San Francisco

San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey waits at the plate in the eighth inning during a pitching change as his team plays the St. Louis Cardinals in Game 6 of their MLB NLCS playoff baseball series in San Francisco

Islanders owner Wang speaks during the announcement of NHL

NHL commissioner Gary Bettman speaks to the media in New York

Spanish cyclist Contador attends the presentation of the itinerary of the 2013 Tour de France cycling race in Paris

Justin Rose tees off on the 12th hole during the final match of World Golf Final against Lee Westwood in Antalya

Tour de France director Prudhomme presents the itinerary of the 2013 Tour de France cycling race during a news conference in Paris

Kvitova of the Czech Republic wipes forehead after missing a shot against Martic of Croatia at the Pan Pacific Open tennis tournament in Tokyo

Fans pose wih Tiger Woods of the U.S. as he plays in the Pro-Am ahead of the Malaysia

Tiger Woods of the U.S. watches his first shot on the first hole during the Pro-Am ahead of the Malaysia

Honda MotoGP rider Stoner takes a corner during the second lap of the Malaysian Grand Prix in Sepang

Giants starting pitcher Barry Zito warms-up his arm with a towel during practice for the MLB World Series in San Francisco

File photo of Seven-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong during stage five of the Amgen Tour of California

Vonn from the U.S. kisses her trophy after winning women

Five-time Tour de France winner Indurain waves after the 17th stage of the Tour of Spain "La Vuelta" cycling race in Penafiel

The Giants celebrate after defeating the Cardinals to advance to the World Series after Game 7 in their MLB NLCS playoff baseball series in San Francisco

McIlroy plays table tennis during a promotional presentation event at the BMW Masters 2012 golf tournament in Shanghai

Norwegian cyclist Steffen Kjaergaard attends a news conference in Oslo

Russia

Cardinals manager Matheny pulls starting pitcher Lohse against the Giants during Game 7 in their MLB NLCS playoff baseball series in San Francisco

Lions Bell fumbles the ball as Bears middle linebacker Urlacher and defensive tackle Melton make the stop during the second half of their NFL football game at Soldier Field in Chicago

San Diego Chargers head coach Norv Turner smiles prior to their NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans, Louisiana

Golfer Padraig Harrington listens to media questions during a press conference for the Northern Trust Open PGA golf tournament in Los Angeles

Green Bay Packers cornerback Woodson intercepts the ball against Chicago Bears wide receiver Bennett in the second half during their NFL football game in Green Bay, Wisconsin

WBC middleweight champion Martinez of Argentina waves at the end of a news conference in Buenos Aires

Lance Armstrong makes an appearance at the LIVESTRONG

Howell of England hits out of a bunker onto the 15th green during the European Masters golf tournament in Crans-Montana

File photo of Seven-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong during stage five of the Amgen Tour of California

Wigan Athletics

UEFA President Michel Platini speaks during a news conference in St. Petersburg

Team Europe golfer Garcia holds the Ryder Cup with captain Olazabal after the closing ceremony of the 39th Ryder Cup at the Medinah Country Club

Bob and Mike Bryan of the U.S. hold the trophy after winning the men

Australia

Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy chat at the 12th hole during their World Golf Final Group 1 match in Antalya

Knicks

New center Dwight Howard poses for photos during NBA media day for the Los Angeles Lakers basketball team in Los Angeles

San Francisco Giants

Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III scrambles as he is chased by New York Giants Coe in the fourth quarter during their NFL football game in East Rutherford

Houston Texans linebacker Connor Barwin celebrates after sacking Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco in the end zone for a safety

Blue Jays manager Farrell watches from dugout during MLB game against Bay Rays in St. Petersburg

New York Giants Victor Cruz catches the game winning touchdown against the Washington Redskins in the fourth quarter during their NFL football game in East Rutherford

Del Potro of Argentina reacts after winning his Davis Cup World Group match against Stepanek of Czech Republic in Buenos Aires

Williams of the U.S. hits a return to Kerber of Germany during their match at the U.S. Open women

Denmark

Van Pelt blasts from bunker at hole 15 during the second round of the Tour Championship in Atlanta

Blue Jays manager John Farrell argues a call with home plate umpire Marvin Hudson during their MLB American League baseball game in Toronto

Lance Armstrong walks back to his car after running at Mount Royal park with fans in Montreal

Lance Armstrong walks back to his car after running at Mount Royal park with fans in Montreal

Australia

Tom Quealy on Frankel celebrates after winning The Champion Stakes during the British Champions Day at Ascot racecourse in southern England

Yamaha MotoGP rider Lorenzo of Spain takes a corner during a free practice session ahead of the Malaysian Grand Prix in Sepang

Lance Armstrong walks back to his car after running at Mount Royal park with fans in Montreal

San Francisco Giants

Dallas Mavericks

The Toronto Raptor

Formula One commercial supremo Ecclestone is pictured in the paddock ahead of the Singapore F1 Grand Prix

McLaren Formula One team principal Whitmarsh looks from the pit wall during the qualifying session of the Chinese F1 Grand Prix at Shanghai International circuit

NHL commissioner Gary Bettman speaks to the media in New York

Denmark

Lee Westwood tees off on the 11th hole during his World Golf Final semi-final match against Charl Schwartzel in Antalya

Lance Armstrong waves to the crowd following a run with his fans at Mount Royal park in Montreal

Rory McIlroy tees off on the 2nd hole during his World Golf Final Group 1 match against Tiger Woods in Antalya

San Francisco 49ers

St. Louis Cardinals

New York Yankees starting pitcher C.C. Sabathia sits in the dugout after being pulled in the fourth inning during Game 4 of the MLB ALCS baseball playoff series against the Detroit Tigers in Detroit

Detroit Tigers celebrate winning Game 4 against the New York Yankees in their MLB ALCS baseball playoff series in Detroit

Love of the U.S. dunks against Spain during their men

The Detroit Tigers celebrate after defeating the New York Yankees in Game 4 of their MLB ALCS baseball playoff series and advancing to the World Series, in Detroit

Jerry Sandusky leaves the Centre County Courthouse after his sentencing in his child sex abuse case in Bellefonte

NHL commissioner Gary Bettman speaks to the media in New York

Team Europe golfer Colsaerts celebrates winning the Ryder Cup for Europe during the 39th Ryder Cup singles golf matches at the Medinah Country Club

Australia

New York Yankees Alex Rodriguez reacts during batting practice prior to Game 4 of the MLB ALCS baseball playoff series against the Detroit Tigers in Detroit

Murray of Britain hits a return to Stepanek of the Czech Republic during their men

Spanish team Quickstep rider Barredo celebrates winning the San Sebastian Classic one day cycle race in San Sebastian.

Team Sky

Taylor bites her gold medal following the presentation ceremony for the Women

England

Handout picture showing Inez Putri, winner of Miss Indonesia 2012, eyeing a shot at the ninth hole during the Enjoy Jakarta Ladies Indonesia Open at Palm Hill Golf Club, just outside Jakarta

Mercedes F1 driver Schumacher of Germany arrives ahead of South Korean F1 Grand Prix in Yeongam

Chelsea captain John Terry runs during their English League Cup soccer match against Wolverhampton Wanderers at Stamford Bridge in London

Former NBA basketball player Tracy McGrady of Detroit Pistons gestures to his fans at a stadium during a promotional event of his China tour in Hefei

St. Louis Cardinals

Tarp covers the infield at Coamerica Park during a rain delay prior to the start of Game 4 of the ALCS baseball playoffs between the Detroit Tigers and the New York Yankees in Detroit

New York Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez talks with reporters during batting practice prior to Game 4 of the MLB ALCS baseball playoff series against the Detroit Tigers in Detroit

Crane of the U.S. watches his second shot on the 16th hole during the first round of the Players Championship PGA golf tournament in Ponte Vedra Beach

Tiger Woods tees off on the 14th hole during his World Golf Final Group 1 match against Rory McIlroy in Antalya

New York Yankees shortstop Jeter screams as he injures himself fielding a ball hit by Detroit Tigers

U.S. captain Davis Love III attends a news conference after arriving for the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches in Medinah, Illinois

File photograph of Lance Armstrong taking part in a special session regarding cancer in the developing world during the Clinton Global Initiative in New York

NBA basketball player Lin of the Houston Rockets eats sushi during a promotional event in Hong Kong

Brazilian national soccer team head coach Menezes attends a news conference in Rio de Janeiro

Argentina

Detroit Tigers Verlander walks off the mound at the end of the sixth inning against the New York Yankees during Game 3 in their MLB ALCS baseball playoff series in Detroit

A woman walks past a Li Ning sportswear store in Huaibei

Dempsey of the U.S. passes against Guatemala

Oklahoma City Thunder

Canada

Fans get ready before Game 3 of the MLB ALCS baseball playoff series in Detroit

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell speaks at a news conference before Super Bowl XLVI in Indianapolis

Rock Racing cyclist Tyler Hamilton takes questions from the media during an Amgen Tour of California pre-race news conference in Sacramento, California

Singer Beyonce Knowles arrives at the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Benefit celebrating the opening of "Schiaparelli and Prada: Impossible Conversations" exhibition in New York

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kevin Kolb drops back to pass against the Buffalo Bills during the first half of their NFL football game in Phoenix

Garmin-Sharp rider Millar of Britain reacts on the finish line as he wins the 12th stage of the 99th Tour de France cycling race between Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne and Annonay-Davezieux

Team Europe golfers Kaymer and Garcia celebrate with champagne after winning the Ryder Cup during the 39th Ryder Cup singles golf matches at the Medinah Country Club

Lance Armstrong speaks to the crowd prior to a run with his fans at Mount Royal park in Montreal

Omega Pharma-Quickstep rider Leipheimer of the U.S. cycles during the individual time trial in the first stage of the 99th Tour de France cycling race in Liege

Georgia

Ferrari Formula One driver Massa talks to media following the Japanese F1 Grand Prix at the Suzuka circuit

Shanghai Shenhua

Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning warms up prior to during their Monday NFL football game against the San Diego Chargers in San Diego

Seattle Supersonics fan Rydberg holds up a "SOS: Save our Sonics" sign before the start of their NBA game against the Dallas Mavericks in Seattle

San Francisco Giants second baseman Marco Scutaro hits a three RBI double against the St. Louis Cardinals in the fourth inning of Game 2 of their MLB NLCS playoff baseball series in San Francisco

Buffalo Bills defensive end Merriman works out during team

Baltimore Ravens linebacker Lewis is introduced prior to his game against the Dallas Cowboys before their NFL football game in Baltimore

Jonas Blixt of Sweden hits his tee shot on the second hole on the the south course at Torrey Pines during final round play at the Farmers Open PGA golf tournament in San Diego

Rock Racing cyclist Tyler Hamilton races in the prologue of the Amgen Tour of California in Sacramento.

New Zealand

File of former NBA player Grant attending a news conference in Manila

Reds

McLaren Formula One driver Hamilton greets fans before an autograph signing session at the Korea International Circuit ahead of the South Korean F1 Grand Prix in Yeongam

e Ford Motor Company

Portugal

FIFA President Blatter gestures during a conference at the Geneva Press Club in Geneva

Radcliffe of the UK runs a half marathon during the Vienna City marathon event in Vienna

Japan

Japan

South Korean singer Psy, Vettel of Germany and teammate Webber of Australia talk after performing Psy

Green Bay Packers wide receiver James Jones pulls in a touchdown pass in front of Houston Texans cornerback Kareem Jackson during their NFL game in Houston

Detroit Tigers

Argentina

Red Bull Formula One driver Vettel drives during the South Korean F1 Grand Prix at the Korea International Circuit in Yeongam

Detroit Tigers catcher Laird celebrates with third baseman Cabrera after the Tigers defeated the New York Yankees in Game 2 of their MLB ALCS playoff baseball series in New York

New York Yankees shortstop Jeter screams as he injures himself fielding a ball hit by Detroit Tigers

Detroit Tigers manager Leyland pulls relief pitcher Valverde from the game during the ninth inning of Game 1 of their MLB ALCS playoff baseball series against the New York Yankees in New York

Lance Armstrong walks back to his car after running at Mount Royal park with fans in Montreal

Djokovic of Serbia stands next to Murray of Britain during the trophy presentation after their men

Lance Armstrong walks back to his car after running at Mount Royal park with fans in Montreal

New York Yankees shortstop Jeter is carried off the field by trainer Donohue and manager Girardi after injuring himself while playing against the Detroit Tigers during the 12th inning of Game 1 of their MLB ALCS playoff baseball series in New York

New York Yankees Kuroda pitches against the Boston Red Sox during their MLB game in New York

The St. Louis Cardinals celebrate taking the lead with a 2 RBI single by Pete Kozma in the ninth inning against the Washington Nationals during Game 5 of their MLB NLDS baseball series in Washington

Orioles Flaherty drops a fly ball hit by Yankees

John Mallinger hits approach shot during final round at Pebble Beach

Eddie Johnson of the U.S. celebrates after scoring a goal against Antigua and Barbuda during their 2014 World Cup qualifying soccer match in St. John

Lance Armstrong walks back to his car after running at Mount Royal park with fans in Montreal

New York Yankees starting pitcher CC Sabathia (C) celebrates with teammates after the Yankees defeated the Baltimore Orioles in Game 5 of their MLB ALDS baseball playoff series in New York

San Francisco 49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh reacts after his team was called with a penalty against the Green Bay Packers in the first half during their NFL football game in Green Bay, Wisconsin

Lance Armstrong talks to the media during news conference in Adelaide

New York Jets cornerback Darrelle Revis looks for the ball during Jets training camp practice in Cortland, New York

Yankees

New Zealand

New Orleans Saints

New York Giants holder Weatherford celebrates with teammates including Cruz after the Giants defeated the San Francisco 49ers in the NFL NFC Championship game in San Francisco

Switzerland

Switzerland

Justin Rose celebrates his victory against Tiger Woods after their World Golf Final semi-final match in Antalya

Former Tour de France winner Ullrich of Germany is surrounded by the media before a hearing in a courtroom in the western German city of Duesseldorf

Orioles relief pitcher Johnson shakes hands with catcher Wieters after the Orioles defeated the New York Yankees in Game 4 of their MLB ALDS baseball playoff series in New York

Orioles relief pitcher Johnson shakes hands with catcher Wieters after the Orioles defeated the New York Yankees in Game 4 of their MLB ALDS baseball playoff series in New York

Orioles relief pitcher Johnson shakes hands with catcher Wieters after the Orioles defeated the New York Yankees in Game 4 of their MLB ALDS baseball playoff series in New York

Detroit Tigers

New York Yankees manager Girardi wipes a tear from his eye after a minute of silence to remember his father Jerry, in New York

CEO of AIG Robert Benmosche speaks during an interview with Reuters in the garden of his Adriatic sea-front villa in Dubrovnik

Washington Nationals

Yankees

Browns quarterback Brady Quinn on the sidelines during their NFL game against the Ravens in Baltimore

Former undisputed heavyweight boxing champion Mike Tyson points to his head during an interview at the MGM Grand Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas

Giants

Britain

File photo of Lance Armstrong taking part in a special session regarding cancer in the developing world during the Clinton Global Initiative in New York

James of Miami Heat shouts at teammate during first game of NBA China Games against Clippers at Wukesong arena in Beijing

Lance Armstrong walks back to his car after running at Mount Royal park with fans in Montreal

Justin Rose celebrates his victory against Tiger Woods after their World Golf Final semi-final match in Antalya

England

Lance Armstrong speaks to the crowd prior to a run with his fans at Mount Royal park in Montreal

Serbia

Tiger Woods shakes hands with Rory McIlroy after their World Golf Final Group 1 match in Antalya

Jaguars wide receiver Elliott celebrates with his team after scoring a touchdown late in the fourth quarter against the Saints during their pre-season NFL football game in New Orleans

McLaren F1 driver Hamilton of Britain arrives ahead of South Korean F1 Grand Prix in Yeongam

File picture shows Lance Armstrong taking part in a special session regarding cancer in the developing world during the Clinton Global Initiative in New York

File picture shows seven-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong awaiting the start of the 2010 Cape Argus Cycle Tour in Cape Town

Oakland

Baltimore Orioles manager Showalter shakes hands with New York Yankees manager Girardi before Game 3 of their MLB ALDS baseball playoff series in New York

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Carpenter hugs manager Matheny after the Cardinals defeated the Washington Nationals in Game 3 of their MLB NLDS baseball series in Washington

Yankees

Jerry Sandusky leaves the Centre County Courthouse after his sentencing in his child sex abuse case in Bellefonte

Els of South Africa catches a golf ball on the second green during round two of the BMW Championship golf tournament in Carmel

San Francisco Giants third baseman Pablo Sandoval slaps hands with teammate Marco Scutaro during Game 4 of their MLB NLDS playoff baseball series against the Cincinnati Reds in Cincinnati

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Russian President Putin welcomes Russia

Colts running back Brown catches a pass against the Patriots in the second quarter of their NFL football game in Foxborough

Titans head coach Munchak walks on the sidelines after cornerback Sensabaugh is called for an unnecessary roughness penalty in Minneapolis

Reds

Tiger Woods of U.S. lines up putt on 9th green during World Golf Final Group 1 match against Charl Schwartzel of South Africa in Antalya

File photo of former Detroit Lion Alex Karras attending a Detroit Lions NFL game at Ford Field in Detroit

Heavyweight boxing champion and UDAR party leader Klitschko speaks during an interview at his office in Kiev

Nishikori of Japan returns ball to China

Celta Vigo

Jamaica

Ferrari Formula One driver Alonso waves during the driver

Former heavyweight champion Tyson gestures as he talks about the Broadway debut of his one-man show "Mike Tyson: Undisputed Truth" during a news conference in New York

Oakland Athletics Doolittle celebrates striking out Detroit Tigers to end the eighth inning of Game 3 in their MLB ALDS playoff baseball series in Oakland

Saints linebacker Fujita throws cups to revelers while parading with the Krewe of Endymion in New Orleans

Giants

Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh hugs Houston Texans Brian Cushing after win

Bradley of the U.S. celebrates after scoring against Scotland during their international friendly soccer match in Jacksonville

MLS player Donovan arrives at Time Warner Cable Sports launch event for Time Warner Cable SportsNet and Time Warner Cable Deportes in El Segundo

Yankees

Spanish tennis player Rafa Nadal poses with playing cards depicting some of his 11 Grand Slam victories after an interview with Reuters in Madrid

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Jaime Garcia delivers a pitch to a Cincinnati Reds batter during the first inning of their MLB National League baseball game in St. Louis

Goodman is led away from Manhattan Criminal Court after being extradited to California in custody of LAPD detectives in New York

Jerry Sandusky leaves the Centre County Courthouse after his sentencing in his child sex abuse case in Bellefonte

Tiger Woods of U.S. tees off on the 7th hole during his PGA World Golf Final Group 1 match in Antalya

Miami Heat

Russian

Germany national soccer players attend a practice session with athletic coach Forsyth in Frankfurt

British Tae Kwon Do champion Aaron Cook poses for photos during a break in filming a promotional film at a location in central London

Houston Texans running back Arian Foster rushes against the New York Jets during the first quarter of their NFL football game in East Rutherford

Orioles

Yankees

Cardinals

AMERICAN CAPTAIN VENTURI HOLDS UP THE PRESIDENTS CUP.

Saints quarterback Drew Brees smiles during an interview after winning their NFL football game in New Orleans, Louisiana

Usain Bolt of Jamaica poses with his trophy after competing in the men

Northern Ireland

Pittsburgh Steelers safety Troy Polamalu watches from the sidelines during the first half against the Green Bay Packers in the NFL

Cleveland Indians general manager Antonetti and Francona hold up a Francona jersey as the latter is introduced as the new manager of the Cleveland Indians in Cleveland

Nishikori of Japan reacts after win over Raonic of Canada in men

Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte throws during their MLB American League baseball game in Toronto

Reds starting pitcher Bronson Arroyo pitches against the Giants in the 5th inning of Game 2 in their MLB NLDS playoff baseball series in San Francisco

Yankees

Saints quarterback Brees celebrates after scoring a touchdown pass to break Johnny Unitas

Colorado Rockies manager Jim Tracy reacts in the dugout after the Rockies pitched their seventh walk against the New York Mets in the fifth inning in their MLB National League baseball game in Denver

Day of Australia lines up a putt at the 9th hole during the second round of the Deutsche Bank Championship golf tournament in Norton

Moore of the U.S. tees off at the 17th hole during the second round of the Deutsche Bank Championship golf tournament in Norton

Moore of the U.S. tees off at the 17th hole during the second round of the Deutsche Bank Championship golf tournament in Norton

Nationals

New York Giants David Wilson breaks loose past Cleveland Browns T.J. Ward to score a touchdown in their NFL football game in East Rutherford

New Orleans Hornets Smith slam dunks against Orlando Magic during their exhibition NBA game in Mexico City

Gonzalez makes a touchdown catch against Alexander during the first half of their NFL football game in Landover, Maryland

Palestinians protest against the presence of former Israeli captive soldier Shalit at the upcoming Spanish first division soccer match between Barcelona and Real Madrid, during a demonstration in Jerusalem

Detroit Tigers Prince Fielder jumps into the arms of teammate Kelly after Kelly hit a sacrifice flyball to score the winning run against the Oakland Athletics in the ninth inning of Game 2 in their MLB ALDS playoff baseball series in Detroit

West Indies

Loeb smiles during the last day of the FIA World Rally Championship WRC Neste Oil Rally Finland at the service area in Jyvaskyla

Serbia

Nishikori of Japan returns a shot to Raonic of Canada during men

Red Bull Formula One driver Vettel tosses his trophy on podium next to second placed Ferrari Formula One driver Massa and thrid placed Sauber Formula One driver Kobayashi after Japanese F1 Grand Prix at Suzuka circuit

The All Blacks link arms as they sing the national anthem for their test against Ireland at Eden Park in Auckland

Giants

Ferrari Formula One driver Alonso loses control of his car in the first corner of the Japanese F1 Grand Prix at the Suzuka circuit

Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Valverde celebrates with teammate Avila after the Tigers defeated the Oakland Athletics in Game 1 in their MLB ALDS playoff baseball series in Detroit

Oakland Athletics starter Jarrod Parker pitches to the Detroit TIgers during the first inning of Game 1 in their MLB ALDS playoff baseball series in Detroit

Bosch of Argentina

Former Boston Red Sox manager Francona gestures to the crowd during a pre-game ceremony in Boston

Former Boston Red Sox manager Francona gestures to the crowd during a pre-game ceremony in Boston

NASCAR driver Kahne throws out the first pitch before the start of the rain-delayed MLB baseball game between the White Sox and Tigers in Chicago

De Jonge plays his shot from the third tee during the final round of the AT&T National PGA Tour golf tournament in Bethesda

South Africa

Vonn of the U.S. clears a gate during the women

Branden Grace of South Africa drops his club while teeing off on the second hole during the first round for the 2012 U.S. Open golf tournament on the Lake Course at the Olympic Club in San Francisco

Belarus

Raonic of Canada follows through on a shot against Murray of Britain at the men

U.S. captain Davis Love III attends a news conference after arriving for the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches in Medinah, Illinois

Red Bull Formula One driver Vettel drives during the qualifying session of the Japanese F1 Grand Prix at the Suzuka circuit

Cardinals pitcher Motte and his teammate Craig run off the field as they celebrate their win over the Atlanta Braves for the wild card at their MLB National League Wild Card playoff baseball game in Atlanta

Baltimore Orioles Showalter walks out to relieve pitcher Saunders during their MLB American League Wild Card playoff baseball game against the Texas Rangers in Arlington

Tucker and Naanee run sprints during workouts with other NFL hopefuls at the Bommarito Performance Systems facility in North Miami Beach

Former Boston Red Sox manager Francona gestures to the crowd during a pre-game ceremony in Boston, Massachusetts

Detwiler celebrates with teammates on the field after clinching their National League East Division championship in Washington

Former Penn State assistant football coach Sandusky leaves the Centre County Courthouse in Bellefonte

New York Yankees Robinson Cano celebrates second two-run home run against Boston Red Sox in MLB game in New York

Olympic swimming champion Michael Phelps from the U.S. watches his drive at the 13th hole during the second round of the Dunhill Links golf championship in Kingsbarns near St Andrews, Scotland

Citroen C4 driver Sebastian Loeb of France talks to the media after the Rally of Turkey in Antalya

Branden Grace of South Africa drops his club while teeing off on the second hole during the first round for the 2012 U.S. Open golf tournament on the Lake Course at the Olympic Club in San Francisco

West Indies

Peyton Manning of the Denver Broncos laughs with teammate Joel Dreessen during the first quarter of their NFL pre-season game against the Chicago Bears in Chicago

Casey of England hits out of the bunker onto the 13th green during the European Masters golf tournament in Crans-Montana

Federer of Switzerland reacts after matchpoint against Haase of the Netherlands during their Davis Cup tennis match in Amsterdam

Ferrari Formula One driver Alonso drives during the second practice session of the Japanese F1 Grand Prix at the Suzuka circuit

A fan asks McLaren Formula One driver Hamilton for an autograph as he walks in the paddock after the second practice session of the Japanese F1 Grand Prix at the Suzuka circuit

Chelsea soccer player John Terry leaves a Football Association hearing at Wembley stadium in London

Moore of the U.S. hits from the fairway bunker on the 17th hole during the third round of the Tour Championship golf tournament in Atlanta

Andy Murray of Britain returns a shot to Stanislas Wawrinka of Switzerland in front of spectators shielding from the sun during their men

Detroit Tigers Miguel Cabrera comes in from the outfield during batting practice for their MLB American League baseball game against the Chicago White Sox in Detroit

Boston Red Sox President and CEO Larry Lucchino and Executive Vice President Ben Cherington speak to reporters at Fenway Park in Boston

A pub near the home arena of the NHL Vancouver Canucks posts a sign regarding the current league and players dispute in Vancouver

Matt Kemp, of the Los Angeles Dodgers, reacts in the first round of Major League Baseball

A man looks at flowers laid at a memorial to 96 fans killed at the Hillsborough disaster in 1989, at the Anfield soccer stadium in Liverpool

A pub near the home arena of the NHL Vancouver Canucks posts a sign in regarding the current league and players dispute in Vancouver

Loeb smiles during the last day of the FIA World Rally Championship WRC Neste Oil Rally Finland at the service area in Jyvaskyla

Former University of Tennessee Lady Volunteers head coach Pat Summitt reacts after her team defeated Rutgers University Scarlet Knights in NCAA women

Sri Lanka

Paul McGinley of Ireland rests on the 18th hole during the first round of the Portugal Master golf tournament

Branden Grace of South Africa drops his club while teeing off on the second hole during the first round for the 2012 U.S. Open golf tournament on the Lake Course at the Olympic Club in San Francisco

British Olympic heptathlon gold medalist Jessica Ennis waves to the crowd during the London 2012 Victory Parade for Team GB and Paralympic GB athletes in London

Mercedes Formula One driver Schumacher of Germany walks in his garage at the Suzuka circuit

Berdych of Czech Republic hits a return to Falla of Colombia during their second round men

New York Yankees Curtis Granderson hits three-run home run against Boston Red Sox in MLB game in New York

Detroit Tigers

Detroit Tigers

Detroit Tigers

New York Jets Santonio Holmes celebrates a touchdown against the Pittsburgh Steelers in the first quarter of their NFL football game in Pittsburgh

Germany

Europe Ryder Cup team golfer Lawrie poses with the Ryder Cup during a photocall in front of the Gleneagles Hotel in Scotland

File photo of Floyd Landis in Temecula

Winner of rally Loeb is seen after the FIA World Rally Championship WRC Neste Oil Rally Finland near Jyvaskyla

Red Bull Formula One driver Vettel of Germany holds his trophy as he celebrates his win in the Singapore F1 Grand Prix

Sri Lanka

Montpellier

BATE Borisov

File photo of England

File photo of former undisputed heavyweight boxing champion Mike Tyson during an interview in Las Vegas

Mike McQueary, Penn State University assistant football coach on leave, exits the Courthouse after testifying in the Jerry Sandusky child sex abuse trial in Bellefonte

Washington Nationals manager Johnson smiles before his team

A pub near the home arena of the NHL Vancouver Canucks posts a sign in regarding the current league and players dispute in Vancouver

Team Europe golfer Poulter celebrates winning the Ryder Cup for Europe during the 39th Ryder Cup singles golf matches at the Medinah Country Club

Montpellier

Lorena Ochoa of Mexico putts the ball at the Suzann Pro Golf Challenge in Oslo

India

Spanish tennis player Nadal poses with playing cards depicting some of his 11 Grand Slam victories after an interview with Reuters in Madrid

Australia

European Ryder Cup captain Jose Maria Olazabal smiles during a news conference in a hotel near Heathrow Airport, in west London

Mercedes Formula One driver Schumacher of Germany walks through the paddock as it rains ahead of the first practice session of the Singapore F1 Grand Prix

Defending champion Andy Murray of Britain returns a shot against Ivo Karlovic of Croatia at the Japan Open tennis championships in Tokyo

Bears quarterback Cutler is pressured by Cowboys linebacker Butler in the first half of their NFL football game in Arlington

Detwiler celebrates with teammates on the field after clinching their National League East Division championship in Washington

Bulls head coach Thibodeau answers questions about his new contract during media day for their upcoming NBA basketball season in Deerfield, Illinois

File photo of Colts

Team Europe captain Olazabal is lifted up by Westwood and McDowell after the closing ceremony of the 39th Ryder Cup at the Medinah Country Club

Hockey great Gretzky watches American League baseball season opening game between the LA Angels and Minnesota Twins in Anaheim

Atlanta Falcons holder Matt Bosher, reacts along with kicker Matt Bryant, after Bryant

Hockey great Wayne Gretzky smokes a cigar as he plays in a pro-am event at the Chevron World Challenge golf tournament in Thousand Oaks

CORRIE SANDERS WAVES SOUTH AFRICAN FLAG AFTER WEIGHING IN FOR WBC HEAVYWEIGHT FIGHT.

French lawyer Cathy Richard speaks on a mobile phone outside the police headquarters in Nanterre, near Paris

Team Europe golfers pose with the Ryder Cup after the closing ceremony of the 39th Ryder Cup at the Medinah Country Club

Kenyan Riders

Barcelona

File photo of Sharapova at the Rome Masters tennis tournament

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Yu Darvish and catcher Geovany Soto talk on the mound in Arlington, Texas

Eagles quarterback Vick scrambles for a gain during fourth quarter of NFL game in Philadelphia

U.S. golfer Stricker flips his putter after missing a birdie putt to lose the 17th hole during the 39th Ryder Cup singles golf matches at the Medinah Country Club

Team Europe golfer Poulter celebrates winning the Ryder Cup for Europe during the 39th Ryder Cup singles golf matches at the Medinah Country Club

Team Europe captain Jose Maria Olazabal kissees the Ryder Cup after the closing ceremony of the 39th Ryder Cup at the Medinah Country Club

Team Europe captain Olazabal is lifted up by Westwood and McDowell after the closing ceremony of the 39th Ryder Cup at the Medinah Country Club

Team Europe golfer McIlroy celebrates winning the Ryder Cup during the 39th Ryder Cup singles golf matches at the Medinah Country Club

Team Europe golfer Kaymer holds the Ryder Cup as he poses after the closing ceremony of the 39th Ryder Cup at the Medinah Country Club

U.S. golfer Simpson celebrates sinking a birdie putt to win the 10th hole during the 39th Ryder Cup singles golf matches at the Medinah Country Club

U.S. golfer Woods leaves the 18th green after halving his match against Team Europe golfer Molinari during the 39th Ryder Cup singles golf matches at the Medinah Country Club

Team Europe golfer Kaymer celebrates winning his match against U.S. golfer Stricker to retain the Ryder Cup for Europe with Garcia, McIlroy and Hanson during the 39th Ryder Cup singles golf matches at the Medinah Country Club

U.S. captain Davis Love III attends a news conference after arriving for the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches in Medinah, Illinois

Team Europe golfer Kaymer celebrates winning his match against U.S. golfer Stricker to retain the Ryder Cup for Europe on the 18th green with Poulter, Rose and Westwood during the 39th Ryder Cup singles golf matches at the Medinah Country Club

Team Europe golfer McIlroy arrives on the first tee after needing a police escort to arrive at the course in time for his first tee shot during the 39th Ryder Cup singles golf matches at the Medinah Country Club

Montpellier

Murray of Britain arrives at his practice session for the Japan Open tennis championships in Tokyo

Thailand Open tennis tournament men

The golf course is reflected in the sunglasses of U.S. captain Love III as he walks along the 11th fairway during the afternoon four-ball round at the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches at the Medinah Country Club

Team Europe captain Olazabal watches play in the sixth hole with vice captain Clarke during the morning foursomes round at the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches at the Medinah Country Club

U.S. captain Love III talks with Mickelson and Bradley as they watch Team Europe golfer McIlroy putt on the 11th green during the morning foursomes round at the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches at the Medinah Country Club

Team Europe golfer Donald reacts to his tee shot on the 17th hole during the afternoon four-ball round at the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches at the Medinah Country Club

New Zealand All Blacks

Team Europe golfer Poulter lays on the ground to line up a putt on the 18th green during the afternoon four-ball round at the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches at the Medinah Country Club

U.S. golfer Woods reacts after missing a birdie putt to lose the second hole during the afternoon four-ball round at the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches at the Medinah Country Club

Team Europe golfer Poulter lays on the ground to line up a putt on the 18th green during the afternoon four-ball round at the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches at the Medinah Country Club

Team Europe golfer Poulter shakes hands with U.S. golfer Watson after winning their match on the 18th green during the morning foursomes round at the 39th Ryder Cup matches at the Medinah Country Club

U.S. golfer Mickelson slaps hands with Bradley after Bradley

U.S. golfers Woods and Stricker walk off the sixth tee during the afternoon four-ball round at the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches at the Medinah Country Club

Katusha rider Purito of Spain celebrates on the podium after winning the Tour of Lombardy (Giro di Lombardia) classic cycling race

Phelps hits his tee shot on the third hole during the Captains and Celebrity Scramble at the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches at the Medinah Country Club in Medinah

U.S. golfer Johnson bumps fists with Dufner after sinking a par putt to halve the third hole during the mornig foursomes round at the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches at the Medinah Country Club

Petrova of Russia poses with her victory trophy after defeating Radwanska of Poland in their final match at the Pan Pacific Open tennis tournament in Tokyo

Performer Jay-Z performs on stage at the newly built Barclays Center in the Brooklyn borough of New York

U.S. golfers Woods and Stricker walk past Team Europe captain Olazabal after losing their second match of the day on the 18th green during the afternoon four-ball round at the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches at the Medinah Country Club

Team Europe captain Olazabal watches play on the eighth green during the afternoon four-ball round at the 39th Ryder Cup matches at the Medinah Country Club

U.S. golfer Mickelson and Bradley celebrate after defeating Team Europe golfers McIlroy and McDowell on the 17th green during the afternoon four-ball round at the 39th Ryder Cup matches at the Medinah Country Club

U.S. captain Love III congratulates Watson and Simpson after they defeated Team Europe golfers Hanson and Lawrie on the 14th green during the afternoon four-ball round at the 39th Ryder Cup matches at the Medinah Country Club

U.S. golfer Tiger Woods hits his tee shot on the 15th hole during the afternoon four-ball round at the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches at the Medinah Country Club

Team Europe golfer Colsaerts hits his tee shot on the 15th hole during the afternoon four-ball round at the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches at the Medinah Country Club

Mercedes Formula One driver Schumacher of Germany is pictured in the pits during the third practice session of the Singapore F1 Grand Prix

Handout of architectural firm Gensler

U.S. golfer Woods shakes hands with Team Europe golfers Rose and Poulter after Team Europe won their match on the 18th green during the morning foursomes round at the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches at the Medinah Country Club

Washington Wizards

Referees wait to make the call on whether Tate caught the game winning touchdown against the Packers in Seattle

U.S. golfers Johnson and Dufner celebrate their victory over Team Europe golfers Westwood and Molinari during the morning foursomes round at the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches at the Medinah Country Club

South Africa

Team Europe golfer McDowell hugs McIlroy after them won their match against U.S. golfers Furyk and Snedeker on the on the 18th green during the morning foursomes round at the 39th Ryder Cup matches at the Medinah Country Club

French centenarian Robert Marchand speaks to the media after he set a record for the fastest 100-year-old to cover 100km (62 miles) at the outdoor Tete-d

Team Europe golfer Donald reacts after missing a birdie putt on the ninth green during the morning foursomes round at the 39th Ryder Cup matches at the Medinah Country Club

McLaren Formula One driver Hamilton of Britain arrives at the paddock with his mother ahead of the Singapore F1 Grand Prix

Chelsea captain John Terry runs during their English League Cup soccer match against Wolverhampton Wanderers at Stamford Bridge in London

An inflated official mascot of the 2014 World Cup is seen at the Esplanade of Ministries in Brasilia

McLaren Formula One driver Hamilton of Britain walks in the pit building as he heads for the paddock after retiring from the Singapore F1 Grand Prix

Team Europe golfer McDowell hits his tee shot on the 17th hole during a practice round at the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches at the Medinah Country Club

Mercedes Formula One driver Schumacher of Germany sits in his car during the third practice session of the Italian F1 Grand Prix at the Monza circuit

Ricky Hatton of Britain leaves the ring after Manny Pacquiao of the Phillippines defeated Hatton at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas

Yankees pitcher Nova walks to the dugout after being pulled by manager Girardi during their MLB American League baseball game in Toronto

Petrova of Russia returns a shot against Stosur of Australia during their women

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Flacco looks to pass against the Cleveland Browns in Baltimore

Team Europe captain Olazabal reacts while speaking about Ballesteros during the opening ceremony for the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches at the Medinah Country Club

Team Europe golfer McIlroy stands with Hanson, Kaymer, Lawrie, McDowell and Molinari during the opening ceremony for the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches at the Medinah Country Club

U.S. golfer Woods looks at the Ryder Cup as it is held by captain Love III during the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches at the Medinah Country Club in Medinah

European team captain Olazabal watches practice round play with vice captain and compatriot Jimenez at the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches at the Medinah Country Club

Phelps hits his tee shot on the third hole during the Captains and Celebrity Scramble at the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches at the Medinah Country Club in Medinah

Robert Marchand , French centenarian, born November 26, 1911, and amateur cyclist, speaks to journalists at the outdoor Tete-d

Falcons kicker Andersen kicks his second of five field goals as Schaub holds ball in first half of NFL football game against Cardinals in Atlanta

Team Europe captain Olazabal reacts while speaking about Ballesteros during the opening ceremony for the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches at the Medinah Country Club

Team Europe golfer McIlroy waves as he is introduced during the opening ceremony for the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches at the Medinah Country Club in Medinah

To match feature GOLF-PGA/CADDYING

Cleveland Browns head coach Eric Mangini speaks with referee Scott Green as side judge Larry Rose looks away during the Browns

Indians manager Acta argues with first base umpire Drake in American League baseball game against the Red Sox in Cleveland

U.S. Ryder Cup team members pose for a team photo during the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches at the Medinah Country Club in Medinah

Donald Fehr, executive director of the National Hockey League Players

Nationals coach Porter congratulates LaRoche rounding third hitting a solo home run against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Los Angeles

Denver Broncos head coach Fox holds his challenge flag as he talks to referees during play against the Atlanta Falcons during their NFL football game in Atlanta

Kuchar looks over the bunker to see where his ball landed on the ninth hole at the East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta.

Mercedes Formula One driver Schumacher of Germany walks through the paddock as it rains ahead of the first practice session of the Singapore F1 Grand Prix

Chelsea captain John Terry salutes the fans after their English League Cup soccer match against Wolverhampton Wanderers at Stamford Bridge in Londo

Victoria Azarenka of Belarus returns the ball to Tamira Paszek of Austria during their second round women

Canadian Australian Rules player Mike Pyke arrives to a practice session in Sydney

Kuchar looks over the bunker to see where his ball landed on the ninth hole at the East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta.

Referee takes his position on sideline during an NFL preseason football game between the Indianapolis Colts and Washington Redskins in Landover, Maryland

Los Angeles Dodgers

Germany

Flags fly on the main scoreboard during a practice round at the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches at the Medinah Country Club in Medinah

A statue depicting former French national soccer team player Zidane

Team Europe golfer Westwood sits in a golf cart with vice captain Clarke during a practice round at the 39th Ryder Cup matches at the Medinah Country Club

Flags fly on the main scoreboard during a practice round at the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches at the Medinah Country Club in Medinah

Ravens

U.S. team captain Love III talks with golfing coach Harmon next to Woods on the ninth green during a practice round at the 39th Ryder Cup matches at the Medinah Country Club

Pennsylvania Governor Tom Corbett makes remarks concerning Penn State University during a news conference near State College Pennsylvania

Lance Armstrong speaks to the crowd prior to a run with his fans at Mount Royal park in Montreal

New England Patriots head coach Belichick waits for a ruling during the second half of their NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals in Foxborough

European team golfer Donald of England hits from a sand trap near the third green during the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches at the Medinah Country Club in Medinah

Team Europe golfer Colsaerts hits from a sand trap on the ninth hole during a practice round at the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches at the Medinah Country Club in Medinah

Referees wait to make the call on whether Tate caught the game winning touchdown against the Packers in Seattle

Team Europe golfer Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland attends a news conference at the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches at the Medinah Country Club in Medinah

Team Europe golfer Poulter hits from a sand trap on the second hole during a practice round at the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches at the Medinah Country Club

Azarenka of Belarus returns a shot against Vinci of Italy during their third round women

Atlanta Braves first baseman Freeman catches a pop fly hit by Baltimore Orioles

Referees wait to make the call on whether Tate caught the game winning touchdown against the Packers in Seattle

Cincinnati Reds

U.S. Ryder Cup team members pose for a team photo during the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches at the Medinah Country Club in Medinah

U.S. captain Love III poses with Woods and the Ryder Cup during the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches at the Medinah Country Club in Medinah

U.S. golfer Snedeker hits from a sand trap on the second green during a practice round at the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches at the Medinah Country Club in Medinah

Oakland Raiders Marcel Reece fights for a first down while being dragged down by Denver Broncos Joe Mays and Rahim Moore in Denver, Colorado

Team Europe golfer Colsaerts hits from a sand trap on the ninth hole during a practice round at the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches at the Medinah Country Club in Medinah

Seahawks

McLaren Formula One driver Hamilton of Britain smiles while speaking to the media after the qualifying session of the Singapore F1 Grand Prix

Seahawks receiver Tate catches game-winning touchdown against Packers in final seconds of their Monday night NFL football game at Centurylink Field in Seattle

Europe captain Olazabal attends a press conference with U.S. captain Love after arriving for the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches in Medinah, Illinois

Seahawks receiver Tate catches game-winning touchdown against Packers in final seconds of their Monday night NFL football game at Centurylink Field in Seattle

Germany

Maria Sharapova of Russia serves the ball to Heather Watson of Britain during their second round match at the Pan Pacific Open tennis tournament in Tokyo

Orioles base runner Taylor Teagarden is tagged out by Toronto Blue Jays catcher J.P. Arencibia in the sixth inning in their second game of a double header

Orioles base runner Taylor Teagarden is tagged out by Toronto Blue Jays catcher J.P. Arencibia in the sixth inning in their second game of a double header

Europe captain Olazabal holds the Ryder Cup as he poses with U.S. captain Love after arriving for the 39th Ryder Cup golf matches in Medinah, Illinois

Aerial view shows the cluster of the City of Seattle

Texas Rangers

Spain

Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland reacts to a putt on hole five during the final round of the Tour Championship in Atlanta.

Patriots

McLaren Formula One driver Button of Britain, Red Bull Formula One driver Vettel of Germany, Vettel

Ravens

Miami Dolphins head coach Joe Philbin speaks with officials about a call as his team met the New York Jets during their NFL football game in Miami

NFL referees try to separate players during scuffle in Minneapolis

Snedeker of the U.S., reacts after winning the Tour Championship and the FedEx Cup on the 18th green during the final round of the Tour Championship golf tournament at the East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta.

Chelsea

Tennis player Li Na of China attends a news conference for the Pan Pacific Open tennis tournament in Tokyo

Li of China leaves the court after her loss to Robson of Britain in their women

Bronze medallist Britain

Yankees Suzuki runs up first baseline against Athletics during MLB game in New York

Snedeker of the U.S. reacts to a birdie on the 17th hole during the third round of the Tour Championship golf tournament in Atlanta

Garcia chips to the green at hole four during the second round of the Tour Championship in Atlanta.

Klizan of Slovakia returns the ball to Youzhny of Russia during their semi-final match at the St. Petersburg Open tennis tournament in St. Petersburg

McIlroy of Northern Ireland talks with his caddie Fitzgerald as they walk to seventh green during second round of Tour Championship golf tournament in Atlanta

New York Giants Kenny Phillips knocks down Tampa Bay Buccaneers Vincent Jackson breaking up pass in NFL game in East Rutherford

Furyk signs his golf ball after putting out on hole 16 during the second round of the Tour Championship in Atlanta.

National League All-Star Cabrera hits a two run home run in the fourth inning against the American League All-Star team in Major League Baseball

People arrive for the ribbon cutting ceremony at the Barclays Center in the Brooklyn borough of New York

Manchester United

Texas Rangers Josh Hamilton scores as Seattle Mariners catcher Jesus Montero is unable to make the tag in Arlington, Texas

Red Bull Formula One driver Vettel of Germany drives during the first practice session of the Singapore F1 Grand Prix

Spain

Nationals celebrate on field after beating Dodgers after MLB National League baseball game in Washington

New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning walks on after shaking hands with backup Carolina Panthers quarterback Derek Anderson during a NFL football game in Charlotte

Tigers first baseman Fielder celebrates with teammate Cabrera after hitting a three-run homerun in the seventh inning against the White Sox during their MLB baseball game in Chicago

Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland hits off the third tee during the first round of the Tour Championship golf tournament at the East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta

A visitor to the Olympic Park reads a 4GS notice stuck to a window at the Aquatics centre, in the Olympic Park, in Stratford

Piercy reads the 17th green with caddie Woolard during his 3-under-par first round at the Tour Championship in Atlanta.

Rose of England reacts after a birdie putt on the 18th hole at the East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta.

Europe

Sauber Formula One driver Sergio Perez of Mexico speaks to journalists in the paddock ahead of the Singapore F1 Grand Prix

Real Madrid

Ferrari Formula One driver Fernando Alonso of Spain enters the paddock ahead of the Singapore F1 Grand Prix

Real Madrid

Nishikori of Japan pauses during play against Cilic of Croatia during their men

New York Yankees

Mayweather of U.S. celebrates his victory over WBA super welterweight champion Cotto of Puerto Rico following their title fight in Las Vegas

Chelsea

Brandt Snedeker hits a shot from the fairway during the BMW Championship in Carmel

Barcelona

Manchester United

A team sign hangs on the side of Rogers Arena home to the National Hockey League

Bayern Munich

Yankees

Barcelona

Couples of the U.S. walks up to the 18th green during final round play in the 2012 Masters Golf Tournament in Augusta

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton smiles as he runs off the field after his team defeated the New Orleans Saints during an NFL football game in Charlotte

John Huh of the U.S. hits out of the bunker on the first hole on the the south course at Torrey Pines during final round play at the Farmers Open PGA golf tournament in San Diego

Tiger Woods of the U.S. hits his tee shot on the second tee during the final round of the PGA Championship golf tournament in Carmel, Indiana

Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland waits on the 15th green to putt his ball during the final round of the PGA Championship golf tournament in Carmel

Ferrari Formula One driver Fernando Alonso of Spain smiles after cycling on the Marina Bay Street Circuit ahead of the Singapore F1 Grand Prix

Hockey player Ovechkin watches Kirilenko of Russia play Hlavackova of the Czech Republic during their women

Germany

Real Madrid

Lotus Formula One driver Raikkonen of Finland signs autographs ahead of the Singapore F1 Grand Prix

A banner reading "Paris supporters against racism" is displayed at the Stade de France stadium during the French Cup final soccer match between Monaco and Paris Saint-Germain

New York Yankees starting pitcher Pettitte looks on from the dugout against the Atlanta Braves during their MLB Interleague baseball game in New York

Rory McIlroy reacts on the 15th green during the PGA Championship in Carmel, Indiana

Blue Jays shortstop Yunel Escobar stands beside the mound during their MLB American League baseball game in Toronto

Handout of Two-time Olympic Gold medalist White is shown in this booking photo released by the Metro Nashville Police Department in Nashville

Stricker during the third round of the PGA Championship golf tournament at The Ocean Course on Kiawah Island

Jim Furyk hits a tee shot during the BMW Championship in Carmel

Miller of the U.S. reacts after the Men

Atlanta Falcons

Shoppers walk past a Manchester United merchandise store at a mall in Singapore

Williams Formula One driver Pastor Maldonado of Venezuela attends a news conference in Caracas

Mercedes Formula One driver Schumacher of Germany celebrates his 300th grand prix at the circuit where he made his debut in 1991, after the qualifying session of the Belgian F1 Grand Prix in Spa Francorchamps

Broncos tight end Tamme is upended by the Falcons cornerback Asante Samuel in the first half of their NFL football game in Atlanta.

Artin Elmayan practises with a tennis ball in Buenos Aires

U.S. swimmer Michael Phelps poses with his gold medal for the 4x100m medley relay during a news conference at the London 2012 Olympic Games

White Sox right fielder Rios breaks up a double play as Tigers shortstop Peralta tried to make the play in the ninth inning of their MLB baseball game in Chicago

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Lewis pitches against the Toronto Blue Jays in Arlington, Texas

McLaren Formula One driver Hamilton of Britain reacts as he celebrates on the podium after winning the Italian F1 Grand Prix at the Monza circuit

Former Penn State University assistant football coach Sandusky arrives at Centre County Court in Bellefonte

Undated handout image of the official 2014 World Cup mascot, the Brazilian three-banded armadillo (the Tolypeutes tricinctus)

Former Juventus soccer player Alessandro Del Piero of Italy smiles as he reacts during a news conference in Sydney

San Francisco 49ers Alex Smith throws a pass against Detroit Lions during their NFL game in San Francisco

Independiente

Palmeiras head coach Luis Felipe Scolari holds the Copa do Brasil trophy after their team won the championship against Coritiba, in Curitiba

Real Madrid

Miami Dolphins

New York Giants Martellus Bennett celebrates touchdown pass against Tampa Bay Buccaneers with Ramses Barden in NFL game in East Rutherford

New York Giants Eli Manning passes against Tampa Bay Buccaneers in NFL game in East Rutherford

Miami Dolphins

Jiyai Shin of South Korea poses for pictures after winning the British Women

Tomas Berdych of Czech Republic eyes the ball during a Davis Cup World Group tennis match against Carlos Berlocq of Argentina in Buenos Aires

Spain

McLaren Formula One driver Hamilton of Britain is seen after the second practice session of the Italian F1 Grand Prix at the Monza circuit

Team Omega Pharma-Quick Step, BMC Racing Team and Team Orica-GreenEdge celebrate on the podium after the men

Yamaha GP driver Jorge Lorenzo of Spain takes a curve ahead of Ducati GP rider Valentino Rossi of Italy during the San Marino motorcycling Grand Prix at the Misano circuit

New York Yankees

Sergio Martinez of Argentina celebrates his victory over WBC middleweight champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. of Mexico after their title fight at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas

New York Yankees

Barcelona

Shin of South Korea plays her tee shot on the third hole during the second round of the British Women

Manchester United

Honda MotoGP rider Pedrosa of Spain looks on during third practice session of the San Marino motorcycling Grand Prix at Misano circuit

New York Yankees Derek Jeter congratulates Alex Rodriguez after his two-run home run against Tampa Bay Rays in MLB game in New York

Phoenix Coyotes captain Shane Doan poses with the Mark Messier Leadership Award during the 2012 NHL Awards show at the Wynn Las Vegas Resort in Las Vegas

Manny Pacquiao of the Philippines reacts after losing his WBO welterweight title fight against Timothy Bradley Jr. of the U.S. in Las Vegas

U.S. first lady Obama welcomes members of the 2012 U.S. Olympic and Paralympic teams to the White House in Washington

Stupples of England hits a shot from the 11th fairway during the LPGA Kraft Nabisco Championship golf tournament in Rancho Mirage

Los Angeles Galaxy

NHL commissioner Gary Bettman speaks to the media in New York

Nick Faldo of England watches his tee shot on the 10th hole during first round play at the British Open golf championship on the Old Course in St. Andrews

German

Del Potro of Argentina reacts after winning the first set during singles their Davis Cup World Group match against Stepanek of Czech Republic in Buenos Aires

France Olympic swimming champions Agnel and Lefert display their medals as they celebrate their arrival in Nice

Green Bay Packers Benson is tackled by Chicago Bears Briggs during their NFL football game in Green Bay

Boxing great Muhammad Ali waves after being awarded the Liberty Medal, as his wife Lonnie and sister-in-law Marilyn Williams look on, at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia

New York Yankees

New York Jets cornerback Darrelle Revis looks for the ball during Jets training camp practice in Cortland, New York

Former heavyweight champion Tyson gestures as he talks about the Broadway debut of his one-man show "Mike Tyson: Undisputed Truth" during a news conference in New York

Tigers starting pitcher Scherzer throws a pitch in the first inning against the White Sox during their MLB baseball game in Chicago

Sharapova of Russia celebrates a point against Azarenka of Belarus during their women

Former England striker Michael Owen poses with the Olympic Torch at Battersea dogs home in London

Toyota driver Ralf Schumacher of Germany gathers with Briatore and Watkins in Indianapolis.

Yamaha MotoGP rider Spies of the U.S. concentrates before a free practice session at the Czech Grand Prix in Brno

Broward County Sheriff Department photo of NFL player Chad Johnson

Undefeated WBC middleweight champion Chavez Jr. of Mexico and Martinez of Argentina pose during a news conference at the Wynn Las Vegas Resort in Las Vegas

NHL hockey coaches and administration personnel gather for the first round of the NHL draft in Pittsburgh

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady is blocked by Buffalo Bills defensive end Marcell Dareus after throwing an interception during the second quarter of their NFL football game in Foxborough

A man walks past a monument for the Munich 11 in Tel Aviv

Del Potro of Argentina plays a shot during a training session ahead of their Davis Cup semifinals against Czech Republic in Buenos Aires

Athletics

Watson of the U.S. reacts after his putt on the 17th green during second round play in the Arnold Palmer Invitational PGA golf tournament in Orlando

Ferrero of Spain serves the ball to Federer of Switzerland during their match at the Rome Masters tennis tournament

Gomez of the U.S. Celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal during their 2014 World Cup qualifying soccer match in Columbus, Ohio

Uruguay

New Orleans Saints linebacker Jonathan Vilma celebrates the Saints overtime win against the Washington Redskins in Landover Maryland

Britain

Athletics

Usain Bolt of Jamaica poses with his trophy after competing in the men

England

Germany

Spain

France

Donald of England drives golf ball from third tee during round two of the BMW Championship golf tournament in Carmel

A visitor to the Olympic Park reads a 4GS notice stuck to a window at the Aquatics centre, in the Olympic Park, in Stratford

Federer of Switzerland waits for a serve from Berdych of the Czech Republic during their men

Oakland Athletics Moss celebrates after hitting a home run against the Los Angeles Angels during their MLB game in Anaheim

Britain

Cincinnati Bengals Maualuga tackles Baltimore Ravens Rice during their NFL football game in Baltimore

Britain

Britain

Packers

Washington Redskins Griffin III drops back to pass as his team takes on the New Orleans Saints during NFL football game in New Orleans

Rory McIllroy of Northern Ireland hits his tee shot on the second hole during a practice round for the 2012 Masters Golf Tournament at the Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta

Del Potro of Argentina returns to Djokovic of Serbia during their men

Spectators watch a parade of Britain

Serena Williams of the U.S. poses with her trophy for winning the women

Denver Broncos Manning prepares to throw against the Pittsburgh Steelers during their NFL football game in Denver

Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland hits his tee shot from the 16th green during the final round of the PGA Championship golf tournament in Carmel

Williams of the U.S. poses with her trophy after defeating Azarenka of Belarus in their women

Fireworks explode above the Olympic Stadium during the closing ceremony of the London 2012 Paralympic Games

Errani and Vinci of Italy celebrate after defeating Hlavackova and Hradecka of the Czech Republic in their women

Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland waves to the crowd while walking toward the first green during the final round of the PGA Championship golf tournament in Carmel, Indiana

Washington Redskins

Peliwo of Canada celebrates after defeating Broady of Britain during their junior boy

Olympic Games chief Sebastian Coe reacts during a news conference in the Olympic Park at the London 2012 Olympic Games

McLaren Formula One driver Hamilton of Britain, winner of the race, looks at the Ferrari Formula One driver Alonso of Spain, who finished third, on the podium after the Italian F1 Grand Prix at the Monza circuit

Djokovic of Serbia celebrates after defeating Ferrer of Spain in their men

Phil Mickelson watches a putt during the BMW Championship in Carmel

Cavendish of Britain races on the Box Hill circuit during the men

Vitali Klitschko and his challenger Charr exchange blows during their WBC heavyweight title fight in Moscow

Ivory Coast

South Africa

Murray of Britain celebrates after defeating Berdych of the Czech Republic in their men

Ferrari Formula One CEO Luca Cordero di Montezemolo looks on during the third practice session of the Italian F1 Grand Prix at the Monza circuit

Williams of the U.S. hits a return to Errani of Italy during their women

Nationals

McLaren Formula One driver Hamilton of Britain is seen after the second practice session of the Italian F1 Grand Prix at the Monza circuit

Jamaica

Sharapova of Russia hits a return to Azarenka of Belarus during their women

Argentina

Williams of the U.S. hits a return to Errani of Italy during their women

Lance Armstrong waves to the crowd following a run with his fans at Mount Royal park in Montreal

Djokovic of Serbia returns to Del Potro of Argentina during their men

Williams of the U.S. screams after a shot against Errani of Italy during their women

Azarenka of Belarus is congratulated by Sharapova of Russia after their women

Peyton Manning of the Denver Broncos reacts to giving up an interception while playing the Chicago Bears in Chicago

Portugal

Brazil

England

Bob and Mike Bryan of the U.S. celebrate after defeating Paes of India and Stepanek of the Czech Republic in their men

New Orleans Saints linebacker Jonathan Vilma celebrates the Saints overtime win against the Washington Redskins in Landover Maryland

France

Singh of Fiji drives from the eighth tee during round two of the BMW Championship golf tournament in Carmel

Aries Merritt of the U.S. competes in the men

Russia

McLaren Formula One driver Hamilton of Britain is seen after the second practice session of the Italian F1 Grand Prix at the Monza circuit

Kazakhstan

Boston Bruins left wing Brad Marchand scores under the leg of Vancouver Canucks goalie Cory Schneider in first period action in Boston

Lance Armstrong walks back to his car after running at Mount Royal park with fans in Montreal

McLaren Formula One driver Hamilton of Britain steers his car during the first practice session of the Italian F1 Grand Prix at the Monza circuit

McLaren Formula One driver Hamilton of Britain steers his car during the first practice session of the Italian F1 Grand Prix at the Monza circuit

Baltimore Orioles Jones is welcomed by Wieters after his go-ahead, solo home run against the New York Yankees in Baltimore

Djokovic of Serbia celebrates after defeating Del Potro of Argentina during their men

Djokovic of Serbia celebrates after defeating Del Potro of Argentina during their men

Athletics

Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy walk onto a green during the BMW Championship in Carmel

Minnesota Vikings running back Peterson arrives at the Cosmopolitan Fun Fearless Awards in New York

Azarenka of Belarus blows a kiss after defeating Stosur of Australia in their women

Former tennis champion Hingis attends the final match at the Qatar Open tennis tournament in Doha

Ferrer of Spain is congratulated by Tipsarevic of Serbia after their men

Rory McIlroy hits a drive during the BMW Championship in Carmel, Indiana

Britain

Mexican tycoon Carlos Slim arrives to attend the XVIII Plenary Meeting of the Circulo de Montevideo in Mexico City

Former U.S. President Clinton addresses second session of Democratic National Convention in Charlotte

Makarova of Russia and Soares of Brazil celebrate after defeating Peschke of the Czech Republic and Matkowski of Poland in their mixed doubles finals at the U.S. Open tennis tournament in New York

NHL hockey coaches and administration personnel gather for the first round of the NHL draft in Pittsburgh

Force India Formula One driver Hulkenberg drives during the second practice session of the Canadian F1 Grand Prix at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve in Montreal

McLaren Formula One driver Hamilton of Britain walks in paddock ahead of weekend

People gather at Arena-2000, home venue of ice hockey team Lokomotiv Yaroslavl, as they pay their last respects to victims of Wednesday

Peyton Manning of the Denver Broncos laughs with a teammate after playing the Chicago Bears during the first quarter of their NFL pre-season game in Chicago

Gymnast and Olympic gold medalist Douglas waves after reciting the U.S. Pledge of Allegiance at the start of the second session of Democratic National Convention in Charlotte

File photo shows Baltimore Ravens

Jamaica

Federer of Switzerland challenges a call during his men

Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo runs with the ball against the New York Giants during their NFL football game in East Rutherford

Berdych of the Czech Republic celebrates after defeating Federer of Switzerland in their men

Murray of Britain reacts during his men

Roddick of the U.S. acknowledges the crowd after his defeat to Martin Del Potro of Argentina in their men

Manchester City

Germany

Dodgers starting pitcher Billingsley delivers a pitch to the Phillies during the first inning of their MLB National League baseball game in Philadelphia

Serena Williams of the U.S. celebrates after defeating Ana Ivanovic of Serbia during their women

NHL hockey coaches and administration personnel gather for the first round of the NHL draft in Pittsburgh

Angels Weaver blows bubblegum in dugout prior to facing Yankees in their MLB baseball game in New York

Roddick of the U.S. reacts to missed point against Martin Del Potro of Argentina during their men

Roddick of the U.S. adjusts his hat during a break in play against Martin Del Potro of Argentina in their men

Djokovic of Serbia signs autographs after defeating Wawrinka of Switzerland in their men

Woods of the U.S. tees off at the sixth hole during the final round of the Deutsche Bank Championship golf tournament in Norton

Sharapova of Russia celebrates after defeating Bartoli of France in their women

Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland hits from the 15th fairway during the final round of the Deutsche Bank Championship golf tournament in Norton

Errani of Italy hits a return to compatriot Vinci during their women

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Romo stands next to head coach Jason Garrett in Arlington, Texas

Team Saxo Bank rider Contador crosses the finish line to win the 17th stage of the Tour of Spain "La Vuelta" cycling race between Santander and Fuente De

Britain

Spain

Berdych of the Czech Republic celebrates after defeating Almagro of Spain in their men

Azarenka of Belarus blows a kiss after defeating Stosur of Australia in their women

David Ferrer of Spain celebrates defeating Richard Gasquet of France during their match at the U.S. Open

Cowboys nose tackle Jay Ratliff stands in the rain in New York

Portugal

Japan

Azarenka of Belarus hits a return to Stosur of Australia during their women

Giants quarterback Eli Manning looks to pass while under pressure by the New England Patriots

Lotus F1 Formula One test driver d

Philipp Kohlschreiber of Germany celebrates in the fifth set after defeating John Isner of the U.S. at the US Open

Team Saxo Bank rider Alberto Contador of Spain drinks water during a news conference at the hotel Mar Rovacias in Comillas

Li of China leaves the court after her loss to Robson of Britain in their women

Ferrer of Spain celebrates after defeating Hewitt of Australia in their men

Andy Murray of Britain celebrates breaking serve in the third set against Milos Raonic of Canada at the U.S. Open

Dustin Johnson of the U.S. lines up a putt at the 18th hole during the third round of the Deutsche Bank Championship golf tournament in Norton

Chicago Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher chases Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers in the first half during their NFL football game in Green Bay, Wisconsin

Djokovic of Serbia celebrates after defeating Benneteau of France during their men

Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland lines holds up the championship cup at the 18th hole after winning in the final round of the Deutsche Bank Championship golf tournament in Norton

Vinci of Italy celebrates after defeating Radwanska of Poland in their women

Williams of the U.S. celebrates match point against Hlavackova of the Czech Republic during their women

Braves Uggla hits a three run home run off Blue Jays pitcher Hutchison at their MLB Inter -League baseball game at Turner Field in Atlanta.

Ivanovic of Serbia blows a kiss after defeating Pironkova of Bulgaria during their women

Brazil

Williams of the U.S. talks to Hlavackova of the Czech Republic after their women

Katusha Team rider and leader of the race "Purito" Rodriguez and Team Saxo Bank rider Contador cycle during the 16th stage of the Tour of Spain "La Vuelta" cycling race between Gijon and Valgrande-Pajares Cuitunigru

Banario of the Philippines fights with Benibe of the Philippines during the ONE Fighting Championship mixed martial arts at the Smart Araneta Coliseum in Manila

South Africa

Rafael Nadal, the official Spanish flag barrier at the London Olympics, speaks during a handover ceremony in Madrid

Maria Sharapova of Russia celebrates match point against Nadia Petrova of Russia during their match at the US Open

Williams of the U.S. celebrates after defeating Makarova of Russia during their women

Louis Oosthuizen of South Africa lines up a putt at the 18th hole during the third round of the Deutsche Bank Championship golf tournament in Norton

Stosur of Australia hits a return to Robson of Britain during their women

Running back Maurice Jones-Drew of the Jacksonville Jaguars is tackled by the Houston Texans defense during the second half of their NFL football game in Jacksonville

Djokovic of Serbia celebrates after defeating Benneteau of France during their men

South Africa

Baltimore Orioles batter Mark Reynolds follows through as he hits a home run in front of New York Yankees catcher Russell Martin in the fifth inning of their MLB American League game at Yankee Stadium in New York

Brian Battistone of the U.S. plays in his mixed doubles match with a two handled racquet at the U.S. Open tennis tournament in New York

Roddick of the U.S. gestures to his box after defeating Fognini of Italy during their men

Matt Stutzman of the U.S. uses his feet to support his bow and his teeth to fire the arrow during the Archery Men

Djokovic of Serbia celebrates after defeating Benneteau of France during their men

Roddick of the U.S. celebrates a point in the third set against Tomic of Australia at the US Open men

Verdasco of Spain congratulates Federer of Switzerland after their men

Murray of Britain reacts after a point against Lopez of Spain during their men

Federer of Switzerland hits a return to Verdasco of Spain during their men

Williams of the U.S. hits a return to Makarova of Russia during their women

Radwanska of Poland returns to Jankovic of Serbia during their women

McIlroy of Northern Ireland tees off at the third hole during the second round of the Deutsche Bank Championship golf tournament in Norton

Federer of Switzerland looks up at the crowd following his evening win over Phau of Germany during the US Open men

Roddick of the U.S. reacts to winning a point against Tomic of Australia at the US Open men

Roddick of the U.S. gets set to hit a return to Tomic of Australia during their match at the US Open men

Robson of Britain prepares to hit balls to fans after defeating Li of China during their women