NEW YORK-- World number one Novak Djokovic scrapped his way into the U.S. Open final for a seventh time on Friday with a confounding 6-3 6-2 3-6 6-2 win over enigmatic Frenchman Gael Monfils.
Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) attempts a pass in the first quarter against the Denver Broncos at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver. Broncos won 21-20. (Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports.)
NEW YORK-- Japan's Kei Nishikori overcame second seed Andy Murray for a gruelling 1-6 6-4 4-6 6-1 7-5 see-saw victory on Wednesday to reach the U.S. Open semi-finals.
BEVERLY HILLS, California-- While Manny Pacquiao's political career became a priority after he announced his "retirement" from the ring in April, he says the lure of continuing his journey in boxing ultimately led to his comeback.
BASEL-- Switzerland struck twice in quick succession to stun Euro 2016 champions Portugal 2-0 in a World Cup qualifier on Tuesday and hand them a first competitive defeat in two years under coach Fernando Santos.
