Tennis: Nalbandian ends title drought with Washington crown
WASHINGTON—Argentina’s injury-plagued David Nalbandian won his first ATP title since January of last year by defeating eighth seed Marcos Baghdatis of Cyprus 6-2, 7-6 (7/4) in Sunday’s Washington Classic final.
Nalbandian to face Baghdatis in ATP Washington final
WASHINGTON – David Nalbandian, in top form after nagging injuries, reached his first ATP final since January of last year, ousting Croatian fourth seed Marin Cilic 6-2, 6-2 at the Washington Classic.
Police say car theft cases lower this year
MANILA, Philippines – Amid incidents of high-profile car theft cases, the Philippine National Police (PNP) clarified Friday that the number of carnapping cases in the country is actually lower compared to last year’s record.
More rice for Ilocos
A shipment of rice arrived here this week earmarked for victims of Typhoons “Ondoy” and “Pepeng” that struck Luzon last year, but no, it did not comprise a part of the government’s excessive rice importation that President Aquino assailed.
Boxing: Marquez defends crown in rematch with Diaz
LAS VEGAS – Mexican veteran Juan Manuel Marquez defends his lightweight title on Saturday against American Juan Diaz in a rematch of their title slugfest from last year that brought Marquez two titles.