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Watch Video Play Video British boxers David Haye and Dereck Chisora are taking their differences to the ring in July. They announced the details for their heavyweight showdown which will take place at London's West Ham football stadium, despite neither of them having a British boxing license. Three months after their infamous brawl at a post-match press conference in Munich, the two announced they will fight in the ring on July 14th. The fight at London's Upton Park football stadium is being sanctioned by the Luxembourg Boxing Federation, after the British Boxing Board of Control refused involvement because neither fighter has a license. Haye relinquished his license when he retired last October, while Chisora had his revoked after his brawl with Haye. Tuesday's news conference Upton Park was heated and entertaining, as the two men continued to exchange insults. The July bout is being called "License to Thrill", and is expected to be a sell-out. David Haye (...

Watch Video Play Video Australia's national men's hockey team is training in London ahead of its bid to win its second Olympic gold medal. The "Kookaburras" are ranked number one in the world. But the squad suffered a pre-Olympic wake-up call with a loss to Germany on Sunday. The squad is the only Australian team in any sport to win medals in the last five Olympic Games, including a gold medal in Athens in 2004, and the team is getting in some vital European practice, including a test event at the new Olympic hockey venue. Australia reached the final but lost to Germany 5-2. The players are aware that another Olympic title is far from guaranteed. Australia with the winner's trophy after defeating spain in the men's Champions Trophy field hockey final in December 2011. Australia will defend their men's Champions Trophy field hockey crown this year with Melbourne Tuesday named as host city. Germany's Philipp Zeller, left, competes with Australia...

Watch Video Play Video 17-year-old Qatari sprinter Noor Hussain al Maliki is set to become the first female Olympian for her country at the upcoming London Games. Qatar, till now, is one of three nations that has never selected women in their teams, the other two are Saudi Arabia and Brunei which are coming under increasing pressure to allow their women to compete. Qatari sprinter Noor Hussain al Maliki knows that medals are well beyond her reach at Londons Olympic Games later this year. But regardless of the result, as soon as she walks onto the track at Londons Olympic Stadium, she will be considered as a pioneer, a woman who broke down the barriers. Noor Hussain al Maliki, Qatari 100m sprinter, said, "The first time I heard about it I was in Oman. The head of the athletics department came to see me and said, Noor you are going to the London Olympics. I was shocked and felt happy. I phoned my mother to tell her to pray for me as I was going to London. I am happy because I ...

Watch Video Play Video Thirteen time Grand Slam champion, Serena Williams had an easy start to the Madrid Open up against Elena Vesnina in the opening round on Monday. The ninth-seeded Williams had 13 aces and 40 winners against Vesnina, who was struggling with her game on the slippery blue clay court. The Russian lost her balance in the sixth game and set up a break point for Williams, who pulled ahead to lead 4-2. Williams ninth ace of the match provided a set point for the American who takes the first set 6-3. Vesnina lost her composure in the second set, and was quickly broken. Serena wraps up the match against the 68th-ranked Russian in just over an hour 6-3, 6-1. Serena Williams from U.S. returns the ball to Elena Vesnina from Russia during the Madrid Open tennis tournament, in Madrid, Monday, May 7, 2012. (AP Photo/Daniel Ochoa de Olza) Serena Williams from U.S. returns the ball during the Madrid Open tennis tournament against Elena Vesnina from Ru! ssia, in Madrid, Mo...

Watch Video Play Video The legendary retired basketballer, Magic Johnson, is still displaying his winning skills - but now its in business. The former Lakers point guard has taken on his largest business venture yet, becoming a part owner of the Los Angeles Dodgers. His newest acquisition is the latest in a string of managerial successes, establishing Magic as a role model for other retired athletes. Los Angeles Dodgers new co-owner Earvin "Magic" Johnson, right, talks with, from left, Jackie Robinson's daughter Sharon Robinson; grandson Jesse Sims; widow, Rachel Robinson; and Dodgers great Don Newcombe at Dodger Stadium, before the Dodgers' baseball game against the San Francisco Giants in Los Angeles on Monday, May 7, 2012. (AP Photo/Reed Saxon) Earvin Johnsons nickname has proven to be just as fitting for his life off the basketball court as on it. His success in business after his retirement from the NBA has truly been magic. Among his many business ventures...

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Watch Video Play Video AC Milan faces off against bitter rivals Inter, looking to keep the pressure on leaders Juventus with two games left in the campaign. Inter had struggled throughout the season and were left out in the race for a European Champions spot. But Diego Milito gave them a 14th minute lead. But a minute before the break, Julio Cesar appeared to dive at the feet of Kevin-Prince Boateng. AC Milan was awarded a hugely controversial penalty. Cesar tried to distract Zlatan Ibrahimvic with some playground antics, pulling a tongue at the penalty taker. But it was to no avail as the Swede fired home the equaliser. It was 1-all at the break. Ibrahimovic pushed Milan ahead at the start of the second half with his 28th league goal. It was 2-1. AC Milan's Zlatan Ibrahimovic (L) scores from the penalty kick against Inter Milan's goalkeeper Julio Cesar during their Italian Serie A soccer match at the San Siro stadium in Milan May 6, 2012. However, Inter were also awarded...

Watch Video Play Video Women's world champion Carmelita Jeter looked impressive at the Jamaican International Invitational. The American sped to a season-leading 10.81 seconds ahead of Kelly-Ann Baptiste of Trinidad and Tobago, who finished in 10.86. Jamaican Olympic silver medalist Kerron Stewart was third in 10.98. Carmelita Jeter of the U.S. sprints to win the women's 100 metres event at the Jamaica International Invitational track and field meet in Kingston, May 5, 2012. Winner Carmelita Jeter finishes in a World Leading time of 10.81 seconds at the Jamaica International Invitational at the National Stadium in Kingston Jamaica on on May 5, 2012. Related stories Usain Bolt sets year's fastest 100m time 2012-05-07 Editor: Wang Chuhan | Source: CNTV.CN

Related News: More than 40,000 spectators watched as a cascade of white balloons was released to open London's Olympic stadium on Saturday, exactly 2,012 hours before the Games begin. A general view of the Olympic Stadium in London. More than 40,000 spectators watched as a cascade of white balloons was released to officially open London's Olympic stadium on Saturday, exactly 2,012 hours before the Games begin. Related stories London Olympic organizers stage final test events 2012-05-06 France eyes 41 medals at London Olympics 2012-05-04 UK deploys missiles in London ahead of Olympics 2012-05-04 London ramps up security for Olympics 2012-05-02 Editor: James | Source: CNTV ...

In a photo taken with a fish eye lens, horses leave the starting gate in the 138th Kentucky Derby horse race at Churchill Downs Saturday, May 5, 2012, in Louisville, Ky. Jockey Mario Gutierrez rides I'll Have Another to victory in the 138th Kentucky Derby horse race at Churchill Downs Saturday, May 5, 2012, in Louisville, Ky. Race fans in fancy hats watch preliminary races ahead of the 138th running of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky, May 5, 2012. Singer Joey Fatone attends the 138th Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs on May 5, 2012 in L! ouisvill e, Kentucky. Editor: James | Source: CNTV ...

Watch Video Play Video Organizers have staged the final test events ahead of the London Olympic Games. An estimated 75-thousand spectators have descended on the Olympic park in London, for five test events ahead of the Games. Saturday marks the first time the main stadium in the heart of the Olympic Park will be open to the public for an athletic competition. Organizers say about 40-thousand people are expected to attend the official opening of the 80,000 seats Olympic Stadium on Saturday evening. The Olympics run from July 27 to August 12 while the Paralympics take place from August 29 to September 9. Athletes compete in a women's 400m hurdles heat at the BUCS Outdoor Athletics Championships at the Olympic Stadium in London May 4, 2012. A scoreboard is seen at the BUCS Outdoor Athletics Championships at the Olympic Stadium in London May 4, 2012. A general view of the Olympic Stadium in London. More than 40,000 spectators watched as a cascade of white balloons was released ...

Watch Video Play Video Britain's largest warship has sailed up the Thames River, as part of security preparations for the 2012 London Olympic Games. The 38-metre wide HMS Ocean, berthed at Greenwich in east London ahead of the major security exercise dubbed Olympic Guardian. UK Defence Secretary Philip Hammond visited the warship and addressed some of the crew members on-board. He said he hoped foreign visitors would be reassured by the significant military presence. The sailing of HMS Ocean marks the final phase of Olympic Guardian, which started earlier this week in Weymouth and in the airspace over the capital. The ship will focus on air security over the weekend, with river operations taking place between Tuesday and Thursday next week. Royal Navy helicopters carrier HMS Ocean docks at Greenwich, the Thames River in London, Britain, as part of London 2012 Olympic preparation security exercise, May 4, 2012. Related stories UK deploys missiles in London ahead of Olympics 2...

Watch Video Play Video The UEFA Champions League final will feature two of Europes biggest clubs as Bayern Munich will host Chelsea. The Germans are eager to clinch the crown on home turf, but it wont be an easy job playing a determined English side who knocked out title holders Barcelona on the way to the final. Bayern Munich is never a club lacking in spirit or passion. The Bavarians will make concerted efforts to hold off the Londoners at Allianz Arena, and claim their first trophy since 2001 when they beat Spanish side Valencia. Head coach Jupp Heynckes says playing the Champions League final in Munich will be an advantage for his team. Bayern Coach, Jepp Heynckes, said, "Well, I think we all saw in Madrid that my players and the team and all that were involved wanted to play in the final. And it is the first time in the history of the Champions League that a team plays the final at home. And I think this is an advantage for us." Arjen Robben had been with Chelsea f...

Watch Video Play Video Australias Olympic team has unveiled their new uniform for the opening ceremony of the London Olympics - a return to the countrys traditional sporting colours of green and gold. Three-time Olympic gold medal winning swimmer Libby Trickett helped design the outfits and was among the models on the catwalk in Sydney although she wont be taking part in the opening ceremony because it is scheduled to last for several hours and she is competing the following day. SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - MAY 03: The official unveiling of the Australian 2012 Olympic Games opening ceremony uniform at Quay restaurant on May 3, 2012 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images) Trickett missed out on an individual berth for London and although she has qualified for the 100 freestyle relay team her place is not yet confirmed - a tough place for the Aussie great to be. Libby Trickett said, "Its tough because I dont know necessarily that Im going to race. Im going to tra...