DREW Brees and the Saints extended New Orleans' post-Super Bowl euphoria after a 14-9 victory over the Vikings.

WALLABIES fly-half Quade Cooper will stay in Australian rugby and target Australia's campaign for World Cup glory next year.

FERNANDO Verdasco could not match the skill in windy conditions nor the daring of Rafael Nadal, who took out their US Open match in straight sets.

INJURED Western Bulldogs defender Dale Morris could make a surprise return if his side advances beyond Saturday night's semi-final.

ROBBIE McEwen will contest his 17th season with Australian-owned Pegasus Sports team after switching from Katusha.

THE early Australian starters have failed to impress in the opening round at the BMW Championship in Lemont, Illinois.

TWO Sydney Roosters rugby league players have been sacked after hotel staff accused them of defecating on tables and floors.

ALL Black Mils Muliaina rates Australia's emerging backline as a "pretty complete package'' heading into tomorrow's final Tri-Nations rugby clash.

SEBASTIAN Vettel has rebuked teammate Mark Webber's suggestion that the Red Bull F1 team should consider backing one driver for the rest of the season.

PAKISTAN bowler Wahab Riaz will stay in Britain to be interviewed by police over spot-fixing and may still play, Pakistan Cricket Board says.