 | Sachin Tendulkar was a picture of humility as he celebrated his 40th birthday with a brief cake-cutting ceremony here, thanking his legions of fans for their “unconditional love” in a cricket career spanning over two decades. The Mumbaikar made a brief statement to the media before cutting a cake here. |
 | The US government filed court documents Tuesday laying out its case against cyclist Lance Armstrong, who is accused of defrauding the Postal Service by taking millions of dollars in sponsorship money while flouting professional cycling rules by doping. |
 | With 75,000 delirious Manchester United fans chanting ‘champions, champions’ at full voice, Rio Ferdinand tugged the back of Robin van Persie’s shirt bearing his squad number and shouted: ‘No. 20, No. 20.’ |
 | Takuma Sato grabbed a slice of IndyCar history on Sunday, becoming the first Japanese driver to win a race in the US open-wheel series at the Long Beach Grand Prix. |
 | Midfielder Cesc Fabregas moved Barcelona a step closer to the La Liga title with a late strike in a laboured 1-0 victory at home to mid-table Levante on Saturday. |
 | All rounder Shane Watson has quit as Australia vice-captain, a month after being disciplined by team management and leaving the tour of India. |
 | Three races in, Lewis Hamilton is feeling more and more at home. |
 | Manchester City’s grip on the Premier League trophy could be prised away once and for all this weekend as Roberto Mancini’s side face Tottenham Hotspur knowing defeat would allow Manchester United the chance to be crowned champions on Monday. |
 | KARACHI — Former Pakistan captain Salman Butt and fast bowler Mohammad Asif, who on Wednesday lost their appeal at the Court of Abritration for Sport against spot-fixing bans, were the first players with team-mate Mohammad Aamer to be punished by the International Cricket Council (ICC). |
 | KARACHI — Salman Butt, who on Wednesday lost his appeal at the Court of Arbitration for Sport against a spot-fixing ban, was once touted as a prospect to lead Pakistan for years to come. |
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