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No hangover from Wimbledon woe, says Djokovic
AFP, Published on 27/07/2012
» Novak Djokovic has warned Roger Federer there is no chance he will suffer an Olympic hangover despite losing his Wimbledon title and world number one ranking to the Swiss great.
Taiwan court quashes Chen appeal in graft case
AFP, Published on 27/07/2012
» Taiwan's Supreme Court on Thursday quashed a successful appeal by ex-president Chen Shui-bian against one of his corruption convictions, ordering the High Court to review the high-profile case.
Formula One driver Hamilton admits title challenge on the line
AFP, Published on 27/07/2012
» Lewis Hamilton has admitted he cannot afford another non-points finish at this weekend's Hungarian Grand Prix if he wants to stay in contention for this year's world championship.
Battle starts in training for USA's Wieber
AFP, Published on 27/07/2012
» Reigning all-around world champion Jordyn Wieber admitted on Thursday the American women's gymnastics team were seeking to intimidate their rivals with slick displays in training.
Federer shocked by Nadal Games pullout
AFP, Published on 27/07/2012
» Wimbledon champion Roger Federer admits he was shocked to hear Rafael Nadal had opted not to defend his Olympic gold medal, but he expects his great rival to return to action soon.
Greenwich hotel caters for every equine whim
AFP, Published on 27/07/2012
» London has many fine hotels, but few can match the five-star quality being offered to its well-hooved guests at Greenwich Park during the Olympic Games.
Phelps unfazed by 'weapons of mass destruction'
AFP, Published on 27/07/2012
» Olympic superstar Michael Phelps refused to be drawn into a war of words over Australian swimming's so-called "weapons of mass destruction" on Thursday.
Apple touts security to hackers
AFP, Published on 27/07/2012
» Apple pitched security measures in its mobile devices during its first presentation at a premier gathering of hackers and those intent on thwarting cyber attacks.
Facebook shares hit new low on growth worries
AFP, Published on 27/07/2012
» Facebook shares on Thursday sank to a new low after the world's leading social network reported a loss of $157 million in its first earnings after its public offering.
Gayle storms to half-century on return
AFP, Published on 27/07/2012
» Chris Gayle marked his return to five-day cricket by hitting a half-century Thursday as West Indies boldly replied to New Zealand's 351 all out to close on 145 without loss on day two of the opening Test here.