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Maria Sharapova reveals she failed drug test

The tennis star announced on Monday that she failed a drug test at the Australian Open, and has since been provisionally suspended from tennis.

Question marks over Mayweather’s legacy

Floyd Mayweather says his showdown with Manny Pacquiao was all about defining his legacy – but his reputation remains stained by controversy.

Oosthuizen in position for strong Masters finish

Louis Oosthuizen, a proven major winner, has moved into a good position to clinch this week’s Masters title despite being two shots behind the leader.

Djokovic breezes through at Indian Wells

Novak Djokovic eased into the third round of the Indian Wells ATP tournament on Saturday while fourth-seeded Andy Murray made a premature exit.

Woods and McIlroy go head-to-head at Masters

Chevron win suggests Tiger is back to his best

With Tiger Woods’ long-awaited return to the winner’s circle, there is no doubt the former world number one is back on form.

Pacquiao edges Márquez on tight decision

Manny Pacquiao was tested to the full before retaining his WBO welterweight title with a controversial majority decision over Juan Manuel Márquez.

McIlroy chasing down Donald in Dubai duel

McIlroy’s win underscores Major title drought for US

After Rory McIlroy’s astonishing eight-shot victory at the US Open, American golf grapples with an unprecedented title drought.

Tiger Woods hits 14-year low in world rankings

Tiger Woods has plummeted depths he had not reached in 14 years when he dropped four spots in the world rankings issued on Monday.

Inspirational golf champion Ballesteros dies aged 54

One of golf’s most charismatic players who was renowned for his fist-pumping energy and magical shot-making, died on Saturday at the of 54.

Pacquiao beats Mosley to retain WBO title

Manny Pacquiao of the Philippines retained his WBO welterweight title by recording a unanimous points victory over a lacklustre Shane Mosley.

Schwartzel’s Masters breakthrough trumps Tiger

Schwartzel’s Masters breakthrough trumps Tiger

Almost overlooked as Charl Schwartzel surged clear to clinch the US Masters was the fact that he eclipsed Tiger Woods with his breakthrough.

Sizzling Els surges into early lead at Kapalua

Former winner Ernie Els rediscovered his putting touch to set the early pace in the second round of the Tournament of Champions.

Fresh start for Els with new caddie at Kapalua

Ernie Els will launch his 2011 season at this week’s Tournament of Champions with a new caddie in a bid to spark a fresh approach to his game.

Unstoppable Europe seize control at Ryder Cup

Lee Westwood and Luke Donald set the tone as Europe charged 9-1/2 points to 6-1/2 ahead of the United States on Sunday.

US edge ahead after rain ruins opening day

The United States, inspired by a sizzling birdie run from Stewart Cink, came from behind to seize control in Friday’s unfinished fourball matches.

Kaymer lands PGA after thrilling play-off

Germany’s Martin Kaymer won his maiden Major title in a gripping two-way playoff with American Bubba Watson for the 92nd PGA Championship on Sunday.

Watson, Molinari share lead at PGA

American Bubba Watson and Italian Francesco Molinari took control at the US PGA Championship in a fog-disrupted first round on Thursday.

Mickelson and Woods overshadow US Open build-up

Mickelson and Woods overshadow US Open build-up

Phil Mickelson’s bid for a first US Open title and Tiger Woods’s form have dominated the build-up to Thursday’s opening round at Pebble Beach.

Westwood holds off sizzling Mickelson

Britain’s Lee Westwood maintained ice-cool composure while fending off an electrifying back-nine charge by Phil Mickelson.

Surprise! Tiger turns up early at Augusta National

Tiger Woods sprang a surprise at Augusta National on Sunday when he turned up without notice to play the back nine at the US Masters venue.