Fab five: reasons why Yokohama will rock | iaaf.org

As we mark one week to go to the fourth edition of the IAAF World Relays, we look at a quintet of factors which will make next weekend’s edition in Yokohama (11-12 May) a sure fire winner. To improve ... ( read original story ...)

Osaka wins, Muguruza loses in Madrid

MADRID — Naomi Osaka and Simona Halep won their opening matches at the Madrid Open, while Garbiñe Muguruza was upset by Petra Martic of Croatia on Sunday. The top-ranked Osaka, the reigning U.S. Open ... ( read original story ...)

Osaka battles past Cibulkova in Madrid

Naomi Osaka overcame the stern challenge of Dominika Cibulkova on Sunday to advance to the second round of the Madrid Open. The world number one recovered from a break down in each set to prevail 6-2 ... ( read original story ...)

Osaka Passes Tests Winning Madrid Opener

Naomi Osaka broke four times defeating Dominika Cibulkova, 6-2, 7-6 (6) to power into the Mutua Madrid Open second round. Photo credit: Porsche Tennis Grand Prix Facebook A shifting sense of balance ... ( read original story ...)

Fab five: reasons why Yokohama will rock

As we mark one week to go to the fourth edition of the IAAF World Relays, we look at a quintet of factors which will make next weekend’s edition in Yokohama (11-12 May) a sure fire winner. To improve ... ( read original story ...)

Sapporo beats Vissel Kobe 2-1 in J-League

SAPPORO, Japan (AP) — Ryosuke Shindo and Musashi Suzuki scored second-half goals on Saturday as Consadole Sapporo beat Vissel Kobe 2-1 in the J-League. David Villa scored from the penalty spot midway ... ( read original story ...)