Obama honors 3-time NASCAR Sprint Cup champion Jimmie Johnson, other drivers at White HouseWASHINGTON — Three-time NASCAR Sprint Cup champion Jimmie Johnson had the gas to get to the White House on Wednesday, where President Barack Obama honored the 2008 winner as well as auto racing. Jets coach Rex Ryan uses expletive, upset Ravens gave McCrary’s No. 99 jersey to rookieCORTLAND, N.Y. — A sharp-tongued Rex Ryan might have provided a Baltimore Ravens rookie with some extra motivation. Brazilian president to travel to Copenhagen meeting to lead Rio’s 2016 Olympic bidBERLIN — Brazil’s president will attend an Olympic meeting in Copenhagen to push Rio de Janeiro’s bid for the 2016 games. Florida’s boy journalist, finally gets long-sought interview with President ObamaWASHINGTON — Damon Weaver has a new homeboy — President Barack Obama. Family: Eunice Kennedy Shriver, JFK’s sister and Special Olympics founder, has died at age 88BOSTON — Eunice Kennedy Shriver, the presidential sister who founded the Special Olympics and helped demonstrate that the mentally disabled can triumph on the field of competition and lead rich and productive lives outside the walls of institutions, died Tuesday at age 88. Former Guantanamo detainees find work in Bermuda, prepare fairways for PGA Grand Slam of GolfHAMILTON, Bermuda — Four Chinese Muslims once confined to small prison cells as suspected terrorists at Guantanamo are now helping prepare the wide-open spaces of an oceanside golf course for the PGA Grand Slam of Golf. Grieving Hamlin wins ends 50-race skid, dedicates Pocono Raceway victory to late grandmotherLONG POND, Pa. — Ask most drivers which track they least like to visit and Pocono Raceway is near the top of the list for most of them. Denny Hamlin ends 50-race skid, holds off Juan Pablo Montoya with exciting win at PoconoLONG POND, Pa. — Denny Hamlin ended a 50-race winless skid Monday, holding off Juan Pablo Montoya over the final riveting laps at Pocono Raceway before choking up with grief in Victory Lane. Denny Hamlin ends 50-race skid with exciting win at Pocono RacewayLONG POND, Pa. — Denny Hamlin had few bigger fans than his grandmother. She wore her No. 11 socks, held her No. 11 stuffed bear, and watched every race on TV — even as she sat and squinted only inches away from the 30-inch screen. Lawmakers urge Obama to pardon Jack Johnson, first black boxing championWASHINGTON — Two Republican lawmakers are urging President Barack Obama to issue a posthumous pardon for boxer Jack Johnson, the black heavyweight champion who was imprisoned because of his romantic ties with a white woman. White House greeting for NASCAR champs, Sprint Cup champion Jimmie Johnson moved to Aug. 19WASHINGTON — The White House meeting between No. 44 and No. 48 will have to wait a few weeks, thanks to turf problems elsewhere. Rain washes out Cup race at Pocono Raceway, green flag scheduled to drop MondayLONG POND, Pa. — Jimmie Johnson’s White House visit will have to wait. So will the start of the Sprint Cup race at Pocono Raceway. Hail to the champ: Obama set to greet 3-time NASCAR Cup champion Jimmie Johnson at White HouseWASHINGTON — No. 44, meet No. 48. Change of command: Ambassador to Ireland Dan Rooney now listed as Steelers’ chairman emeritusPITTSBURGH — This may be as close as Dan Rooney comes to retiring from pro football. FIFA open to Spain-Portugal bid for 2018 and 2022WASHINGTON - FIFA president Joseph Blatter said he was open to a joint bid by Spain and Portugal for the 2018 or 2022 World Cup, erasing fears that countries dividing the hosting honours will be at a disadvantage. Obama supports efforts to bring World Cup to US, meets FIFA head at White HouseWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama on Monday lobbied the head of international soccer on the United States’ bid to host the World Cup and said he hoped to attend the upcoming contest in South Africa. Obama praises WNBA, says women’s pro basketball helps daughters view themselves as champsWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama says the WNBA serves as an inspiration for his two young daughters. FIFA head Sepp Blatter to invite President Obama to 2010 World Cup at White House meetingNEW YORK — FIFA president Sepp Blatter has specific ideas on upgrading the popularity of soccer in the United States. He hopes he has an eager listener in President Barack Obama. Obamas planning luxurious holiday at Martha’s VineyardWASHINGTON - America’s First Family is going to holiday next month on the luxurious Martha’s Vineyard, which has a basketball court for President Barack Obama. Perfection: Mark Buehrle pitches perfect game for White Sox with 5-0 victory over Rays
Perfection: Mark Buehrle of White Sox pitches perfect game against Rays in 5-0 winCHICAGO — The 105th pitch of Mark Buehrle’s day broke in toward Gabe Kapler, who turned on it and connected. Buehrle looked up and knew — his perfect game was in jeopardy. Pitch perfect: White Sox fan-in-chief congratulates Buehrle following his perfect game.CLEVELAND — First fan Barack Obama made time for a congratulatory call to the pitcher on his favorite baseball team who just threw a perfect game. Perfection: Mark Buehrle of Chicago White Sox pitches perfect game against Tampa in 5-0 winCHICAGO — Mark Buehrle pitched the first perfect game in the major leagues in five years, leading the Chicago White Sox over the Tampa Bay Rays 5-0 on Thursday. Obama calls himself ‘a little frumpy,’ defending his casual look at baseball’s All-Star gameWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama acknowledges “I’m a little frumpy,” and says he’s not worried about it. Harden helps Cubs beat Washington 6-2 in Riggleman’s debut as Nationals managerWASHINGTON — Rich Harden allowed three hits over six innings, Derrek Lee homered and the Chicago Cubs beat Washington 6-2 on Thursday night, spoiling the debut of Nationals’ interim manager Jim Riggleman. The presidential pitch: Barack Obama throws a bit low with All-Star game’s opening tossST. LOUIS — All those warmups in the Rose Garden gave the lanky left-hander just enough oomph. Same old story: Crawford’s catch, bullpen help AL over NL 4-3 for 7th straight All-Star winST. LOUIS — Even President Barack Obama wonders: Why hasn’t the National League won the All-Star game since he first ran for public office? Barack Obama throws first pitch at 2009 All-Star game in St. Louis
AL extends All-Star winning streak to 7 games as bullpen dominates NL in 4-3 victory
Joe Mauer’s RBI double for AL ties All-Star game after 6 innings
Prince Fielder’s double gives NL lead over AL after 3 innings in All-Star gameST. LOUIS — Prince Fielder came off the bench early to hit a tiebreaking double and the National League grabbed a 3-2 lead over the Americans after three innings in the 80th All-Star game Tuesday night at Busch Stadium. The presidential pitch: Obama throws low with All-Star tossST. LOUIS — President Barack Obama was true to his word: He didn’t bounce it. Mays: So proud when Obama elected that ‘I cried for most of the night’ABOARD AIR FORCE ONE — Baseball legend Willie Mays says he was so proud the night Barack Obama was elected president that he “cried for most of the night.”. Wimbledon champion Serena Williams visits White House
Obama says he welcomes economic responsibility, proposes $12B plan for community collegesWARREN, Mich. — Conceding unemployment will get worse before it shrinks, President Barack Obama on Tuesday unveiled a $12 billion plan to help community colleges prepare millions of people for a new generation of jobs. Challenging critics, he said he welcomed the task of turning around the economy. |
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Perfection: Buehrle tosses perfect game for ChiSox
NEW YORK - Barack Obama is one sporting president, and he gave a glimpse of his game recently by throwing out the ceremonial first pitch St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Albert Pujols before the All-Star baseball game on July 14.
ST. LOUIS — Carl Crawford’s glove and a dominant bullpen helped save the AL’s streak.
ST. LOUIS — Joe Mauer doubled home Derek Jeter with two outs in the fifth, pulling the American League into a 3-all tie with the NL and the 80th All-Star game was tied after six innings Tuesday night at Busch Stadium.
WASHINGTON — It was tennis before baseball for President Barack Obama on Tuesday.
