Pennsylvania clinches at least share of Ivy League title in 17-7 defeat of HarvardNovember 14th, 2009 Pennsylvania's defense leads way past Harvard 17-7BOSTON — The University of Pennsylvania clinched at least a share of the Ivy League title, defeating Harvard 17-7 on Saturday. The Quakers (7-2, 6-0) withstood a late charge from the Crimson, stopping them on three consecutive plays within the 5-yard line.
Klitschko retains WBC heavyweight title by stopping ArreolaSeptember 26th, 2009 Klitschko stops Arreola in heavyweight tiltLOS ANGELES — Vitali Klitschko pounded Cris Arreola almost at will Saturday night, retaining his heavyweight title when the referee waved the fight to a close after the 10th round. Klitschko dominated from the opening bell, landing punches from almost every angle against Arreola, who was trying to become the first Mexican-American to win a piece of the heavyweight title.
Rigondeaux scores third win since defecting, stopping Andrade in 3 roundsSeptember 18th, 2009 Rigondeaux stops Andrade in 3 roundsMIAMI BEACH, Fla. — Two-time Olympic gold medalist Guillermo Rigondeaux stopped Brazil's Giovanni Andrade in three rounds Friday night.
American Kerron Clement successfully defends 400-meter hurdles title at worldsAugust 18th, 2009 Clement of US wins 400-meter hurdlesBERLIN — Kerron Clement of the United States has defended his 400-meter hurdles title at the world championships. Clement exploded over the first 200 meters Tuesday and managed to hold off a late challenge from Javier Culson of Puerto Rico and crossed the line in 47.91 seconds.
Roy Jones knocks out Lacy in 10th roundAugust 16th, 2009 Roy Jones knocks out LacyBILOXI, Miss. — Roy Jones Jr.
Vitali Klitschko confirms WBC heavyweight title fight against Chris Arreola Sept. 26 in L.A.August 11th, 2009 Klitschko to defend WBC crown against ArreolaFRANKFURT — Vitali Klitschko of the Ukraine will defend his WBC heavyweight title against Mexican-American Chris Arreola on Sept. 26 at Staples Center in Los Angeles, Klitschko's management said Tuesday.
Russia's Natalia Ishchenko defends gold medal in synchronized solo tech at swim worldsJuly 20th, 2009 ROME — Natalia Ishchenko of Russia has successfully defended her gold medal in the solo tech event in synchronized swimming at the world championships. Ishchenko totaled 98.667 points for execution and overall impression Monday.
Japan's Hozumi Hasegawa keeps bantamweight title by stopping Nestor Rocha of US in 1st roundJuly 14th, 2009 Japan's Hasegawa retains WBC bantamweight titleKOBE, Japan — WBC bantamweight champion Hozumi Hasegawa of Japan has kept his title by stopping Nestor Rocha of the United States in the first round. Hasegawa sent Rocha to the canvas twice Tuesday before the referee stopped the bout after 2 minutes, 28 seconds.
Adamek beats Gunn to defend IBF cruiserweight titleJuly 12th, 2009 Adamek beats Gunn to defend cruiserweight titleNEWARK, N.J. — Tomasz Adamek successfully defended his International Boxing Federation cruiserweight world championship Saturday night with a fourth-round technical knockout of Bobby Gunn.
Sturm beats Gevor to retain WBA middleweight titleJuly 12th, 2009 Sturm defends WBA middleweight titleNUERBURG, Germany — Felix Sturm retained his WBA middleweight title, beating Khoren Gevor in a unanimous decision Saturday at the Ring Arena. Sturm relied on clean, strong shots that stunned Gevor several times throughout the 12-round fight.
Two people with knowledge of discussions: Showtime close to six-man super middleweight tourneyJuly 9th, 2009 AP Sources: Showtime close to boxing tourney dealNEW YORK — Showtime is putting the final touches on a six-man super middleweight round-robin tournament that will include two current champions and three former U.S. Olympians. Two people with knowledge of the discussions told The Associated Press on Thursday that the details, possibly including sites and dates, are being worked out this week.
Abraham retains IBF middleweight belt with TKO of OralJune 28th, 2009 Abraham retains IBF middleweight title over OralBERLIN — Undefeated Arthur Abraham successfully defended his IBF middleweight title with a technical knockout of fellow German Mahir Oral in the 10th round on Saturday. Abraham improved his record to 30-0 with his 10th consecutive defense, though none have been against top-level challengers since he won the title in December 2005.
Andrade, Alfredsson combine for 6-under 65 to lead 1st round of Charity ClassicJune 23rd, 2009 Andrade, Alfredsson lead Charity ClassicBARRINGTON, R.I. — Rhode Island native Billy Andrade is accustomed to playing golf in less-than-ideal conditions.
Becker wins 1st ATP title by beating Sluiter at Ordina Open; Tanasugarn defends women's crownJune 20th, 2009 Becker wins 1st ATP title at Ordina OpenDEN BOSCH, Netherlands — German qualifier Benjamin Becker won his first ATP title on Saturday, beating Dutch wild card Raemon Sluiter 7-5, 6-3 at the Ordina Open. Earlier, Tamarine Tanasugarn of Thailand became the first player to successfully defend the Ordina Open women's title by beating Yanina Wickmayer 6-3 7-5.
Welterweight boxer Javontae Starks regaining strength in left leg after being hit by bulletJune 10th, 2009 Starks' leg on mend after being hit by bulletDENVER — Javontae Starks bounded around the ring, barely even favoring his left leg. Still, the welterweight was frustrated with his footwork after his first-round win Monday night at the USA boxing national championships.
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