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November 11, 2008 Tuesday
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Golf sponsorship to dry up?

THE world of golf is heavily reliant on the world's top auto manufacturers for sponsorship and Phil Mickelson fears the USPGA Tour will be hit with General Motors and Ford running out of cash.

The two giant car makers are in dire financial straits, announcing large third-quarter losses last week and stressing that they are both rapidly running out of money.

 
Golf world needs Tiger back

WORLD golf is sorely missing Tiger Woods and the sooner he is back the better, says Phil Mickelson, who is concerned about the impact on television ratings and fans.

The top-ranked Woods has not taken a full swing since his final playoff hole at last June's US Open, where he won his 14th Major despite leg pain to move within four of matching Jack Nicklaus's all-time career record.

Fergie blames schedule for woes

LONDON: Alex Ferguson has complained that Manchester United's bid for a third consecutive Premier League title is being undermined by an unbalanced fixture list.

Showbiz Arsenal

LONDON: The beautiful attacking football that Arsenal play have won the Gunners many fans.

 
Parker out with ankle sprain
Calls to fight corrupt betting
New captain for Argentina
Nadal out of Davis Cup final
 

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