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Olympic Minute: U.S. Wins Ice Dance Silver

2010-02-23T03:40:00.001-08:00

Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir skated to Canada's first-ever gold medal in ice dance. Meryl Davis and Charlie White of the U.S. won silver. USA women's hockey advances to gold medal game.

Olympic Minute: U.S. Goes for Ice Dancing Gold

2010-02-22T15:21:00.000-08:00

American ice dancing duo Meryl Davis and Charlie White in second place heading into the free dance; U.S. women's hockey team takes on Sweden; Canada ditches 'own the podium' goal.

Olympic Minute: U.S. Upsets Canada in Hockey

2010-02-22T03:29:00.001-08:00

Brian Rafalski scored twice as the U.S. upset Canada, 5-3, in men's hockey Sunday. Bode Miller won the super-combined for his first career Olympic gold medal. Skicross debuts at the Olympics.

Olympic Minute: Bode Miller strikes gold

2010-02-21T16:18:00.000-08:00

Bode Miller gets his first career Olympic gold medal in the men's super combined; The mother of Canadian figure skater Joannie Rochette has died; Super Sunday in men's ice hockey.

Olympic Minute: Ohno Sets Medal Record

2010-02-21T05:03:00.000-08:00

Apolo Anton Ohno became the most decorated U.S. Winter Olympian winning his seveneth medal Saturday; Speedskater Shani Davis wins silver in the men's 1,500 meters; Lindsey Vonn gets back on the podium.

Olympic Minute: Vonn Gets Bronze in Super-G

2010-02-20T15:56:00.000-08:00

Lindsey Vonn takes bronze in women's super-G; Ohno goes for historic medal Saturday; Shani Davis and Chad Hedrick return to the ice.

Olympic Minute: A Gold for Great Britain

2010-02-20T06:49:00.000-08:00

Amy Williams won the women's skeleton Friday, giving Great Britain their first Winter Olympic gold medal since 1980; Snowboarder Scotty Lago leaves Olympic early following release of risque pictures; Bode Miller becomes most decorated U.S. alpine skier.

Olympic Minute: Another Medal for Bode Miller

2010-02-19T14:45:00.000-08:00

Bode Miller took silver in the super-G, becoming the most decorated U.S. Alpine skier in history; Gold medalist Evan Lysacek shows off his medal; Medals will be awarded in Skeleton Friday.

Olympic Minute: Lysacek Skates to Gold Medal

2010-02-19T06:06:00.001-08:00

Evan Lysacek won the first gold medal for the U.S. in men's figure skating since 1988. American women win silver, bronze in halfpipe. U.S. men's hockey clobbers Norway, Canada escapes with win.

Olympic Minute: Vonn Loses Bid for Second Gold

2010-02-18T14:38:00.000-08:00

Lindsey Vonn fails to win back to back gold medals; Men's figure skating finals Thursday night; Medal favorites back on the ice in men's hockey.

Olympic Minute: Vonn Looking for More Gold

2010-02-18T14:29:00.000-08:00

Lindsey Vonn skis for her second gold medal in two days; Men's figure skating finals Thursday night; Medal favorites back on the ice in men's hockey.

Olympic Minute: Golden Day for U.S.

2010-02-18T03:35:00.000-08:00

Shaun White repeats as Olympic champ in the halfpipe. Shani Davis defends his gold medal in the men's 1,000-meter speedskating race. Lindsey Vonn becomes first American woman to win the Olympic downhill.

Olympic Minute: Vonn Wins Gold

2010-02-17T16:02:00.000-08:00

Lindsey Vonn wins the women's downhill Wednesday; Viewing ramp open for Olympic flame; Shaun White goes for repeat gold.

Olympic Minute: U.S. Wins Hockey Opener

2010-02-17T03:46:00.000-08:00

Team USA won its' olympic hockey opener, 3-1, over Switzerland. Canada pounded Norway, 8-0. Lindsey Jacobellis was disqualified in women's snowboardcross. Evan Lysacek second after men's figure skating short program.

Olympic Minute: Alpine Skiing Cancelled Again

2010-02-16T15:40:00.000-08:00

Heavy snow washed out the men's super combined; Men's Ice Hockey gets underway; American male figure skaters begin quest for gold Tuesday.

Olympic Minute: Wescott Golden in Snowboardcross

2010-02-16T05:19:00.000-08:00

American Seth Wescott came from behind to win gold in snowboardcross and repeat as Olympic champion. Shani Davis drops out of the 500-meter speedskating. Bode Miller wins downhill bronze medal.

Olympic Minute: Bode Takes Bronze

2010-02-15T13:37:00.000-08:00

American Bode Miller took bronze in the men's downhill; Private service held for the Georgian luger killed while training; Vonn continues to test injured shin.

Olympic Minute: Kearney on Winning Gold

2010-02-14T16:53:00.000-08:00

Hannah Kearney meets the media the morning after winning gold; Downhill training postponed again; Men's luge final Sunday.

Olympic Minute: Ohno Skates Into the Record Book

2010-02-14T06:56:00.000-08:00

Apolo Anton Ohno joins Bonnie Blair as most decorated U.S. Winter Olympian; Hannah Kearney gives the U.S their first gold; Canadian women's ice hockey team scores record breaking win.

Olympic Minute: Games Begin in Vancouver

2010-02-13T07:48:00.000-08:00

Olympic games begin in Vancouver; Young luger dies following training run crash; Events set to start on Saturday.

2010 Could Be Record Setting Olympics for Ohno

2010-02-10T04:24:00.001-08:00

Short-track speedskater Apolo Anton Ohno says he's not ruling out another Olympics, but Vancouver 2010 could be his last and he wants to bow out on top.

Winter Olympics Torch's Only US Visit

2010-02-10T04:18:00.000-08:00

The Winter Olympics torch made its only visit to the United States for a ceremony Tuesday at the Peace Arch border crossing in Blaine, Washington. The torch was carried by skier Phil Mahre who won Olympic medals in 1980 and 1984.

Visiting Vancouver: Five Things You Must Do

2010-01-29T18:58:00.000-08:00

With the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver just around the corner, the AP's Jason Bronis shows you five things that you must see and do when visiting the city.

USA Luge Focused on Vancouver

2010-01-29T18:54:00.001-08:00

USA Luge will send 10 sliders to the Vancouver Games in February. The formal unveiling of the Olympic team takes place Friday in New York.

First Person: Alpine Skiing Crashes

2010-01-29T18:46:00.000-08:00

US Alpine Ski athletes share stories of crashes on the slopes. The Olympic hopefuls reveal why they keep skiing after multiple injuries.

Crosby Leads Canadian Olympic Hockey Team

2010-01-29T18:43:00.001-08:00

In 2009 Sidney Crosby led the Pittsburgh Penguins to a Stanley Cup championship. In 2010 he hopes to lead Canada to an Olympic gold medal in Vancouver. Crosby was named an alternate captain Wednesday.

Shaun White Looking for More Snowboarding Gold

2010-01-29T18:37:00.000-08:00

Four years after winning Olympic gold on the men's halfpipe in Italy, snowboarder Shaun White is looking to repeat in Vancouver.

Jamaican Skier Qualifying for Olympics

2010-01-29T18:35:00.000-08:00

Skier Errol Kerr is looking to become the first athlete from the Caribbean to win a medal in the Winter Olympics.

Patrick Chan: Olympics at Home: 'So Exciting'

2010-01-29T18:29:00.000-08:00

Canadian figure skater Patrick Chan is the 2009 Four Continents Champion, the 2009 World Silver Medalist, and the 2008, 2009 Canadian Champion. At age 18, he wants to take advantage of an opportunity to go to Vancouver.

Sullivan Looking for a Medal in Vancouver

2010-01-29T18:24:00.001-08:00

American alpine skier Marco Sullivan finished ninth in the downhill at the 2002 Salt Lake City Olympic games. He's hoping to find the medal stand in Vancouver.

U.S. Ski Team Welcomes Bode Back

2010-01-29T18:19:00.000-08:00

Members of U.S. ski team say they are pleased to have Bode Miller rejoin the team for the 2010 Olympic games.

US Snowboarder in Critical Condition

2010-01-02T06:50:00.001-08:00

American snowboarder Kevin Pearce sustained a head injury while training on the halfpipe and was taken to the hospital for surgery.

Olympic Favorite Vonn Hurts Arm in Ski Crash

2009-12-29T05:46:00.001-08:00

Two-time defending overall World Cup champion Lindsey Vonn bruised a bone in her left arm Monday following a crash on the opening run of a World Cup giant slalom in Austria. Vonn is the overall World Cup points leader.

Serena Williams Is the AP Female Athlete of the Year

2009-12-22T14:48:00.000-08:00

Serena Williams was named The Associated Press' Female Athlete of the Year on Tuesday after a decisive win in balloting by editors of AP member newspapers in the United States.

Vonn Continues to Shine Ahead of Olympics

2009-12-18T13:18:00.000-08:00

American skier Lindsey Vonn easily captured Friday's World Cup super-combined race in the French Alps and is solidly in the hunt for a third overall title.

U.S. to Open Against England at World Cup

2009-12-05T06:35:00.000-08:00

The United States will open the World Cup against England, then play Slovenia and Algeria in the first round of next year's tournament.

Football Star Visits HIV Clinic

2009-12-04T13:58:00.001-08:00

David Beckham visits HIV-positive mothers in Khaylitsha township in Cape Town, South Africa as part of his work as a UNICEF goodwill ambassador.

Police: Woods at Fault in Crash, Will Get Citation

2009-12-01T14:36:00.000-08:00

The Florida Highway Patrol says it will issue Tiger Woods a careless driving citation for a car crash outside his Orlando area mansion last week. Woods faces a $164 fine.

Marion Jones May Attempt Comeback, in the WNBA

2009-12-01T06:39:00.000-08:00

Disgraced track star Marion Jones may be ready to attempt a comeback, in the WNBA. Jones has been training with assistants with the San Antonio Silver Stars. Jones recently was released from prison after admitting she lied about doping.

Golfers React to Woods Situation / Golfers React to Tiger's Withdrawal From Tournament

2009-12-01T06:30:00.001-08:00

Golfers competing in this week's Chevron World Challenge react to host Tiger Woods' withdrawal due to injuries from his Friday car accident.

Tiger Woods pulled out of his own tournament, the Chevron World Challenge, due to injuries sustained in a car crash several days ago. Woods has not spoken to police investigating the incident, fueling speculation over his private life.

PR Expert Upbeat on Woods' Future

2009-11-30T16:35:00.000-08:00

Ryan Schinman, an expert on celebrity marketing and publicity says Tiger Woods will likely not suffer financially or lose endorsements due to his mysterious car crash.

Lawyer: Woods Case Is 'Highly Unusual'

2009-11-30T11:22:00.000-08:00

Florida Criminal defense attorney Tim Jansen says the behavior of both the Florida Highway Patrol and Tiger Woods has been highly unusual for a car accident case.

Tiger Woods Releases Statement on Accident

2009-11-30T07:26:00.000-08:00

Tiger Woods has issues his first comments since his one-car accident early Friday morning, but once again, did not speak with the Florida Highway Patrol about it.

Raw Audio: 911 Call Released in Woods' Crash

2009-11-30T07:22:00.000-08:00

Authorities have released at least one 911 phone call released in the Tiger Woods car accident.

AP Golf Writer: Tiger's Accident

2009-11-28T06:44:00.000-08:00

AP golf writer Doug Ferguson discusses Tiger Woods' early morning one-car accident outside of his home.

Police Chief: Woods Accident

2009-11-28T06:41:00.000-08:00

Windermere, Fla. Police Chief Daniel Saylor discusses his department's response to Tiger Woods' car accident early Friday morning outside of his home.

Authorities: Tiger Woods Hurt in Fla. Crash

2009-11-28T06:38:00.000-08:00

Tiger Woods was injured in a single-vehicle accident outside his home early Friday and a local police chief says the golfer's wife smashed out the back window to help get her husband out of the SUV.

Former Olympian Tim Montgomery Comes Clean

2009-11-28T06:33:00.000-08:00

Former world record holding track star Tim Montgomery on Friday talked about why he started using steroids, as well as his life with former Olympic champion Marion Jones.

49er Takes to Ice to Try Winter Olympic Sport

2009-11-23T14:15:00.000-08:00

SF 49ers' Vernon Davis stepped on the ice to give the olympic sport of curling a try. Curling is played by more than a million Canadians and is expected to be a major draw at the upcoming Vancouver Games.

Hall of Famer Ballesteros Accepts R&A Invite

2009-11-11T12:57:00.000-08:00

Seve Ballesteros accepts an offer for honorary membership of the Royal and Ancient Golf Club at St. Andrews nearly a year after having multiple surgeries on a brain tumor.

Olympic Hopefuls Look to the Start of the Games

2009-11-04T18:45:00.000-08:00

U.S. Olympic hopefuls Gretchen Bleiler and Lowell Bailey took part Wednesday in a New York celebration of the 100 day countdown to the start of the Vancouver Olympics.

NYC Marathon Has Grown From Humble Beginnings

2009-10-30T09:58:00.000-07:00

The New York City Marathon has seen tremendous growth from the first race in 1970, when only 127 runners took part. Approximately forty-thousand runners are expected to race the 40th edition of the marathon Sunday.

In Book, Agassi Admits Using Crystal Meth

2009-10-28T06:55:00.000-07:00

Andre Agassi's upcoming autobiography contains an admission that he used crystal meth in 1997, the year he dropped out of the top 100 in the rankings and started playing in tennis' equivalent of the minor leagues.

Torch Lit for 2010 Vancouver Games

2009-10-22T06:10:00.000-07:00

The Olympic torch was lit for the 2010 Vancouver games, in a ceremony in Greece Thursday. A relay will take the torch 45,000 kilometers (28,000 miles) around Canada before the start of the Winter Games on 12 February.

Brazil Violence Ignites Olympic Security Fears

2009-10-19T14:05:00.000-07:00

The mayor of Rio de Janeiro says a weekend of violence shows his city faces a tough battle as it tries to address security problems ahead of the 2016 Olympics.

Sorenstam Tells the AP She's Happily Retired

2009-10-14T14:10:00.001-07:00

Former top-ranked golfer Annika Sorenstam talks with the AP about her new child, the state of the LPGA and golf's recent inclusion in the Olympics.

Golf to Be Teed Up in the Olympics

2009-10-10T06:26:00.000-07:00

The International Olympic Committee has added golf into the Olympics, starting with the 2016 Games. PGA Tour commissioner Tim Finchem said Friday that the game will see great growth because of the decision.

Olympic Decision Stuns Chicagoans

2009-10-02T16:54:00.000-07:00

Thousands of people stood in bewildered silence in downtown Chicago on Friday after the International Olympic Committee surprised everyone by dumping the city from the race for 2016 Summer Olympics in the first round of voting.

Rio De Janeiro Wins Right to Host 2016 Olympics

2009-10-02T16:46:00.001-07:00

The 2016 Olympics are going to Rio de Janeiro, putting the games in South America for the first time. Rio beat surprise finalist Madrid in the last round of voting.

Chicago Is the First to Go in 2016 Voting

2009-10-02T16:40:00.000-07:00

Chicago was eliminated in the first ballot of voting for the 2016 Olympics on Friday, a stunning defeat for the city that was expected to be one of the two finalists.

Obama: Chicago Will Do Olympics Proud

2009-10-02T05:52:00.000-07:00

In a hometown pitch for the world's biggest sporting event, President Barack Obama lobbied Olympic leaders to give the 2016 Summer Games to Chicago, saying the U.S. "is ready and eager to assume that sacred trust."

Chicago Promises a 'Spectacular' Olympics

2009-09-29T11:15:00.000-07:00

The mayor of Chicago says he's proud of his city's efforts to land the 2016 Olympics and promises everyone will come through to deliver a monumental effort.

Obama to Make In-Person Pitch for 2016 Games

2009-09-28T13:30:00.000-07:00

President Barack Obama will travel to Denmark to support Chicago's bid for the 2016 Summer Olympics, projecting the highest-ever White House profile in lobbying for the international event.

Phil Mickelson Wins Tour Championship

2009-09-28T05:28:00.000-07:00

Phil Mickelson rallied from a four-shot deficit Sunday to win the Tour Championship for his third victory of the season. Tiger Woods finished second, but won the FedEx Cup and its' 10-million dollar prize.

U.S. Men Seeking World Cup Berth

2009-09-24T05:38:00.000-07:00

The U.S. men's soccer team can qualify for its' sixth straight World Cup with a victory at Honduras in early October. U.S. star Landon Donovan was in New York Wednesday and said the U.S. could also qualify with a tie against Costa Rica.

Henin Ending Her Retirement

2009-09-22T12:44:00.000-07:00

Former world No. 1 Justine Henin announced Tuesday that she's ending her retirement from tennis and will play on the WTA Tour in 2010.

U.S. Open: Del Petro Ends Federer's Reign

2009-09-15T07:33:00.000-07:00

Juan Martin Del Petro has ended Roger Federer's string of five straight U.S. Open titles, defeating the top-ranked Swiss star in five sets.

Serena Fined; More Discipline to Come?

2009-09-14T07:41:00.001-07:00

Serena Williams has been fined $10,000 for her profanity-laced tirade during her semi-final match at the U.S. Open. However, tournament officials say more punishment could be coming because of a broader investigation now underway.

Unseeded Clijsters Wins U.S. Open

2009-09-14T07:32:00.001-07:00

Kim Clijsters made history Sunday night, becoming the first unseeded woman to win the U.S. Open, and the first mom to win a major since 1980, with a 7-5, 6-3 victory over No. 9 Caroline Wozniacki.

Federer Advances to U.S. Open Final

2009-09-14T06:43:00.000-07:00

Top seed Roger Federer moved on to the U.S. Open final after a 7-6, 7-5, 7-5 win over No. 4 seed Novak Djokovic. Federer will be seeking his sixth straight Open championship.

Nadal Loses in Straight Sets at U.S. Open

2009-09-13T15:54:00.000-07:00

Six-time Grand Slam winner Rafael Nadal was routed in the U.S. Open semifinals by Juan Martin del Potro Sunday, 6-2, 6-2, 6-2. It was Nadal's worst loss in a major tournament.

S. Williams, Clijsters Discuss Bizarre Match

2009-09-13T06:09:00.001-07:00

Serena Williams and Kim Clijsters spoke to reporters moments after their match ended in bizarre fashion Saturday, when Williams was penalized a point on match point after yelling at an official who called a foot fault.

Serena's Meltdown Caps Clijsters' Win

2009-09-13T06:00:00.000-07:00

Kim Clijsters moved into the U.S. Open women's final when Serena Williams put an abrupt end to the match. Caroline Wozniacki also reached the final.

Nadal Reaches Open Semifinals

2009-09-12T17:15:00.000-07:00

Third-seed Rafael Nadal advanced to the U.S. Open semfinals Saturday. He talks about the wait between the start and finish of the rain-delayed match and his semfinal opponent Juan Martin del Potro.

Rain Wipes Out Friday's U.S. Open Slate

2009-09-11T19:29:00.000-07:00

Friday's U.S. Open women's semifinals were postponed by rain, as was the completion of Rafael Nadal's quarterfinal match vs. Fernando Gonzalez.

Del Petro Reaches Semis at U.S. Open

2009-09-11T06:56:00.000-07:00

No. 6 seed Juan Martin del Potro reached his second Grand Slam semifinal Thursday, with a 4-6, 6-3, 6-2, 6-1 over No. 16 Marin Cilic. It was a blustery day at Arthur Ashe Stadium, where wind gusts reached 20 miles an hour.

Federer Wins, Oudin Loses at U.S. Open

2009-09-10T07:01:00.000-07:00

Top seed Roger Federer advanced to the U.S. Open semifinals, with a four-set win over No. 12 Robin Soderling Wednesday night. But 17-year old Melanie Oudin lost in the quarterfinals to No. 9 Caroline Wozniacki.

Oudin Ousted at U.S. Open

2009-09-10T06:51:00.000-07:00

No. 9 Caroline Wozniacki defeated 17-year old Melanie Oudin in straight sets Wednesday night in the U.S. Open quarterfinals. The loss ends the surprising run at the Open for the unseeded American.

Serena Williams, Nadal Win at U.S. Open

2009-09-09T05:20:00.000-07:00

No. 2 seed and defending champion Serena Williams advanced to the U.S. Open semifinals with a straight sets win over No. 10 Flavia Pennetta Tuesday night. Men's No. 3 Rafael Nadal lost the first set, but beat Gael Monfils in four sets to win.

Day 9 of the U.S. Open

2009-09-08T19:43:00.000-07:00

AP Tennis Writer Howard Fendrich was courtside at the U.S. Open as men's No. 2 seed Andy Murray was upset Tuesday by No. 16 seed Marin Cilic. No. 6 seed Juan Martin del Potro won, as did 2005 women's champ Kim Clijsters.

No. 2 Seed Andy Murray Upset at U.S. Open

2009-09-08T19:39:00.000-07:00

An upset Tuesday at the U.S. Open, as men's No. 2 seed Andy Murray lost in straight sets to No. 16 seed Marin Cilic of Croatia, 7-5, 6-2, 6-2. The right-handed Murray was holding his left wrist and grimacing in pain early in the second set.

Unseeded Clijsters Breezes Into Semifinals

2009-09-08T19:36:00.000-07:00

Belgium's Kim Clijsters continued her perfect U.S. Open comeback Tuesday, marching past 18th-seeded Na Li of China, 6-2, 6-4. Back from retirement, the 2005 Open champ ran her match winning streak at Flushing Meadows to 12.

Day 8 at the U.S. Open

2009-09-08T06:51:00.000-07:00

Melanie Oudin ousted No. 13 Nadia Petrova in an upset Monday to reach the quarterfinals. Men's top seed Roger Federer and No. 4 Novak Djokovic won in straight sets, but John Isner lost in four sets.

Stricker Wins Deutsche Bank Championship

2009-09-08T06:41:00.000-07:00

Steve Stricker birdied the last two holes to win the Deutsche Bank Championship Monday. He won by a shot over Jason Dufner and Scott Verplank. The win gave Stricker the lead in the FedEx Cup standings.

Oudin Reaches U.S. Open Quarterfinals

2009-09-07T18:50:00.000-07:00

American teenager Melanie Oudin reached the U.S. Open quarterfinals Monday by rallying to beat No. 13 Nadia Petrova in three sets.

Sunday Play at the U.S. Open

2009-09-07T07:22:00.000-07:00

Former U.S. Open champ Kim Clijsters upset No. 3 seed Venus Williams to move on to the quarterfinals. Men's No. 2 seed Andy Murray won in straight sets Sunday night. Third seed Rafael Nadal also won.

Ichiro Suzuki Gets 2,000th Hit

2009-09-06T17:25:00.000-07:00

Three-time AL batting champion Ichiro Suzuki became the second fastest to reach two-thousand hits Sunday. The 2001 AL MVP doubled in a 5-2 loss in Oakland. He is the 259th player to reach the milestone.

Clijsters Upsets No. 3 Seed Venus Williams

2009-09-06T17:19:00.000-07:00

Two-time U.S. Open winner and No. 3 seed Venus Williams was upset Sunday by 2005 winner Kim Clijsters, 6-0, 0-6, 6-4. The Belgian is trying to become the first unseeded player to reach the finals of the Open since Venus Williams in 1997.

Roddick Ousted at U.S. Open

2009-09-06T07:18:00.000-07:00

Fifth seed Andy Roddick loses to fellow American John Isner in a five-setter in the third round of the U.S. Open Saturday. Isner posted a 7-6, 6-3, 3-6, 5-7, 7-6 win to reach the fourth round in a Grand Slam for the first time in his career.

Unseeded Oudin Knocks Out Sharapova

2009-09-05T19:03:00.000-07:00

Unseeded American Melanie Oudin has advanced to the fourth round of the U.S. Open with an upset over 2006 champ Maria Sharapova.

Federer Avoids 3rd-round Upset

2009-09-05T13:58:00.000-07:00

Five-time defending champ Roger Federer was pushed hard by Lleyton Hewitt before advancing to the fourth round of the U.S. Open.

S. Williams and Murray Advance at U.S. Open

2009-09-05T08:56:00.000-07:00

2nd seed Serena Williams says she fought to beat Maria Sanchez 6-3, 7-5 in the 3rd round Friday at the U.S. Open and Andy Murray says he may be gaining respect following his 6-2, 3-6, 6-0, 6-2 2nd round win over Paul Capdeville.

Roddick, Sharapova Win 2nd Round Matches

2009-09-04T11:18:00.001-07:00

Two former U.S. Open champs advanced to the third round with victories Thursday night. 2003 men's winner Andy Roddick, and 2006 women's champion Maria Sharapova both won in straight sets.

Day Four at the U.S. Open

2009-09-04T11:15:00.000-07:00

AP Tennis Writer Howard Fendrich covered the daytime session at the U.S. Open Thursday. Women's top seed Dinara Safina won, but No. 4 seed Elena Dimentieva and fifth seed Jelena Jankovic lost.

Teen Upsets Dementieva at U.S. Open

2009-09-04T11:10:00.001-07:00

Ranked 70th in the world, 17-year-old Melanie Oudin upset No. 4-seeded Elena Dementieva 5-7, 6-4, 6-3 to reach the third round. Oudin played with the word 'believe' on her her pink-and-yellow sneakers.

Safina Struggles but Wins

2009-09-04T11:00:00.000-07:00

Women's top-seed Dinara Safina struggled in her second match of the U.S. Open, but advanced on Thursday to round three with a three set win.

Day Three at the U.S. Open

2009-09-03T05:52:00.000-07:00

AP Tennis Writer Howard Fendrich was on hand for the third day of play at the U.S. Open Wednesday. Defending champs Roger Federer and Serena Williams won. Venus Williams also was a winner. But 2000 Open champ Marat Safin lost.

Federer Advances to 3rd Round at U.S. Open

2009-09-03T05:46:00.000-07:00

Top seed and five-time defending champion Roger Federer is through to the third round of the U.S. Open. The Swiss star beat 65th-ranked Simon Greul of Germany 6-3, 7-5, 7-5 Wednesday night. Federer plays Lleyton Hewitt next.

Sharapova Taking Big Steps on the Comeback Trail

2009-09-02T13:26:00.000-07:00

Maria Sharapova appears recovered from a shoulder injury that sidelined her for 10 months and tennis analyst John McEnroe touts her as a potential winner at the U.S. Open.

Murray Resumes Quest for First Grand Slam Title

2009-09-01T13:02:00.000-07:00

Great Britain's Andy Murray plays his first match at the 2009 U.S. Open Tuesday night with a monkey on his back as he tries to work his way to a first Grand Slam title.