AP - Five-time champion Venus Williams recovered from an early stumble in her opening match at Wimbledon on Tuesday to beat Stefanie Voegele of Switzerland 6-3, 6-2.

AP - It took eight winless seasons for Richard Petty to realize he was no longer NASCAR's best driver.

AP - He didn't need to hear any more. "Do you beat yourself up over this one," the question began, "or ..." "Yes," Tiger Woods said abruptly.

AFP - Andy Murray believes he is ready to make Wimbledon history by becoming the first British man to win the grass-court Grand Slam for 73 years.

AP - LSU coach Paul Mainieri needs to say only two words to remind his team about the pitfalls of celebrating a Game 1 victory in the College World Series finals: Fresno State.

AFP - Hosts South Africa were finding it hard on Monday to get their heads around the reality that they are just one game away from the Confederations Cup final.

AP - Aaron Cook overcame serious obstacles to become the winningest pitcher in Colorado Rockies history. Having all of his home games in Coors Field was the least of his problems.

AP - Chris Chelios won't be with the Detroit Red Wings next season.

AP - Roger Federer thought Centre Court looked smashing, what with its new retractable roof at the ready, all white fabric and steel trusses.

AP - Brad Hawpe celebrated his 30th birthday with a three-run homer, Seth Smith also went deep and the Colorado Rockies beat the Los Angeles Angels 11-1 on Monday night for their 17th victory in 18 games and club-record ninth straight on the road.