Rafael Nadal's sixth French Open title - Images , Photo

King of Clay!
Spain's Rafael Nadal holds the cup after defeating Switzerland's Roger Federer 7-5, 7-6 (3), 5-7, 6-1 in the men's final at the Roland Garros stadium in Paris on Sunday.

In august company!
This was Rafael Nadal's sixth French Open title, equalling Bjorn Borg's record at Roland Garros.

The winning moment!
Nadal falls on the clay after winning the championship point In all, it was Nadal's 10th career major championship

Sixth one!
Rafael Nadal holds the cup for the shutterbugs and in acknowledgement of the crowd support.

Legends!
Nadal has now beaten Federer six times in eight Grand Slam final meetings

Hasn't sunk in yet!
Nadal rests with his cup in the players' dressing room.

Real Madrid and Chelsea reach quarterfinals of Champions League Real Madrid reached the quarterfinals of the Champions League After 7 Years

Real Madrid's Marcelo reacts during their second leg round of 16 Champions League soccer match against Olympique Lyon at Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid

Real Madrid reached the quarterfinals of the Champions League for the first time since 2004 with a convincing 3-0 win over Lyon in the Bernabeu Wednesday.

The 4-1 aggregate victory helps banish memories of previous failures at the first knockout stage but it took a piece of Brazilian brilliance from Marcelo to ease their nerves.

The full-back exchanged passes with the fit-again Cristiano RonaldoRonaldo and surged into the area before cutting inside to beat Hugo LlorisHugo Lloris.

Lyon had put Real out at the same stage last year and were finding their stride before Marcelo stuck on 37 minutes.

Real's French striker Karim BenzemaKarim Benzema proved a constant threat and he effectively sealed victory in the tie with the second just after the hour mark, taking advantage of defensive sloppiness to net his sixth goal in the competition this term.

Fernando Torres's Biography

Fernando Torres

Fernando José Torres Sanz (Spanish pronunciation: [ferˈnando ˈtores]; born 20 March 1984), nicknamed El Niño (The Kid in Spanish), is a Spanish footballer who plays for Liverpool and the Spain national team as a striker

Torres to Chelsea for a record 50 million pounds set a new record of the transfer market in EPL

Chelsea set a new record of the transfer market in England

Torres to Chelsea for a record 50 million pounds, Liverpool strengthened Suarez and Carroll for 57 million pounds. "Blackpool" was leased by attacking the Russian Premier League Sergei Kornilenko.

Roman AbramovichRoman Abramovich Press paid Liverpool £ 50 million (80 million dollars) for Fernando TorresFernando Torres who is in this season is not in the best shape.

Spain striker held at Liverpool 3,5 years, scoring 81 in 142 games goal.

However, this season, neither Torres nor Liverpool do not shine. The situation is complicated for the player with the uncertainty of the owners and the head coach of the club.

"My dream - to win the Champions League and I'm sure I could do it, playing for Chelsea - said the 26-year-old World and European champion.

Guide for Liverpool rejected the first proposal of Chelsea trying to buy Torres for 35 million, but the deal still was concluded on Monday evening, just before the closing of the winter transfer window, after Torres, dissatisfied with the situation at the club, filed a written request for departure from the team.

Buying Fernando Torres - is a confirmation that we continue to set ourselves very high goals

Bruce Buck

Liverpool, disagrees earlier release of its leading striker, was forced to name the price - 50 million This is the amount was registered in a player's contract as the price at which the club is obliged to accept.

Seemed to sum by today's heavy, but Chelsea had agreed surprisingly easy.

Fernando Torres became the fourth in the list of most expensive players in the world - after Cristiano RonaldoRonaldo, Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Kaka.

"The purchase of Fernando Torres - is a confirmation that we continue to set ourselves very high goals. I think all the Chelsea fans are encouraged by this news", - said chairman Bruce Buck Club.

Many people in Liverpool was a bad feeling from this deal because the club suspects Chelsea illegal smanivanii player.

Shane Mosley & Manny Pacquiao’s Fight Tickets Almost Sold Out

Manny Pacquiao’s much awaited bout for the year with Shane MosleyShane Mosley on May 7 at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Nevada, seems to be doing good with regards to ticket sales after fans bought 16,000 tickets three hours after sales opened Monday (Tuesday in Manila, February 01).

In spite of the threats of boycott and criticism from some media sectors that the upcoming fight for the World Boxing Organization welterweight crown would be unbalanced in Pacquiao’s favor, the Filipino ring superstar again displayed his drawing power at the box office.

Going over from past results in the gambling city, the initial ticket sales salvo could also mean huge pay-per-view numbers. “Incredible, simply incredible,” Top Rank chief Bob Arum expressed. “I have never promoted a fight that has sold so many tickets so quickly.” Arum offered an explanation: “Manny Pacquiao never ceases to amaze the world with his achievements. The excitement he generated today … makes it feel like fight week already.”

With the MGM Grand seating set at 17,157, about 1,000 tickets remained available. Initial sales of Pacquiao-Mosley have also exceeded the 15,117 attendance when Floyd MayweatherFloyd Mayweather beat Mosley by unanimous decision last May 1 at the same venue. Pacquiao is returning to Las Vegas after chalking his last two wins in Arlington, Texas.

Torres Asks Liverpool To Consider Selling Him To Chelsea

admirers of the Spain striker for some time and it has now emerged that they made an audacious attempt to sign him.



The offer, believed to be around £35million, was immediately turned down by the Reds, who insisted Torres 'is not for sale'.



Reports have claimed that will return with an improved offer before Monday's deadline to further test Liverpool's resolve.



Sports' Spanish expert Guillem Balague understands Torres has asked Liverpool to listen to Chelsea's bid.



It is thought that Torres would like the opportunity to embark on a new challenge with the reigning Premier League champions after three-and-a-half years at Anfield.

No release clause Liverpool have endured a disappointing past couple of seasons and Torres is keen to play for a club that is challenging for major honours.



The final decision will rest with the Reds though, with Balague insisting there is no release clause in Torres' contract following suggestions that an offer of £50million would trigger a transfer.



Liverpool have made their position clear and it remains to be seen whether Torres' apparent wishes will be taken into consideration.



The 26-year-old has cut a forlorn figure at times this season but appears revitalised under new manager Kenny Dalglish and is returning to something approaching his best form.



Chelsea are keen to partner him with Drogba in what be a formidable strikeforce and Torres reportedly hopes the two clubs will start to negotiate.

South Korea beais Uzbekistan 3-2 for 3rd place AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2011

South Korea clinch third place at AFC Asian Cup after defeating Uzbekistan 3-2

This just in, South Korea has clinched third place in the AFC Asian Cup 2011 after defeating Uzbekistan 3-2 in Doha on Friday. The win ensures the Koreans a place at the next Asian Cup to be held in Australia. Japan have already booked their place by qualifying for this year's final to be played on Saturday.

The Koreans started the game without captain Park Ji Sung, who was rested to avoid any possible injury. The Manchester United midfielder, with 100 caps for his country has hinted that he would retire at the end of the tournament to focus on his career at United.

Two young players stepped up and made their mark in Park's absence. Koo Ja-cheol, 21, opened the scoring in the 17th minute with his fifth goal of the tournament. Koo finished off a one-on-one chance but placing the ball past Ignatiy Nesterov.

A brace by 19-year-old Ji Dong-won in the 28th and 39th minute gave the Koreans a seemingly unassailable lead in the first half. The Uzbeks, coming from a 6-0 drubbing by Australia in their semi-final match struggled to match the Koreans until they were awarded a penalty just before half-time.

Alexander Geynrikh scored from the spot to make it 3-1 and reduced the deficit to just one goal in the 53rd minute. However, the Koreans tightened their defence in the second half and the Uzbeks found it difficult to break through. They almost equalized in the 62nd minute but Olim Navkarov was denied by South Korean goalkeeper Jung Sung-ryong.

Ji had a golden opportunity to score a hat-trick and put the game beyond Uzbekistan's reach in the 66th minute but his low shot hit the post and rolled out of play. The Korean defence appeared exhausted after two games that went into extra time, but held on to the end.

South Korean coach Cho Kwang-rae praised his team for playing hard to the end. Cho said, "We played excellent football in the first half but we ran out of gas later and that made things tough for us. But we were able to preserve the lead, and I'd like to give kudos to our players."

Who Will Replace Edwin Van Der Sar?

So, Edwin Van Der Sar is retiring at the end of the season, but who's going to replace him?



A few months ago, we discussed this and listed who we thought were possibilities but now its became reality, we feel the need to clarify who will be the next Manchester United goalie.



Sir Alex will have his choice from the best in the world but I said in my original post, and I'll say it again, the new keeper will be Scottish.



Alan McGregor from Rangers is one of the best in Britain and Europe. Due to Rangers finances he will be available on the cheap compared to others. Fellow Scotsman and Sunderland keeper Craig Gordon is my other choice but may come at a higher price due to his time already played in the Premiership.

Novak Djokovic, Serb, rank No.3 in the world has beaten Roger Federer to reach the Australian Open 2011 Grand Slam final

Novak Djokovic of Serbia wipes his face during his match against Roger Federer of Switzerland

Novak Djokovic, Serb, rank No.3 in the world has beaten Roger FedererRoger Federer, rank No. 2 in the world, to reach the Grand Slam final at Melbourne Park, Australia.

Novak Djokovic defeated Federer, Swiss, in straight sets 7-6, 7-5, 6-4 victory, the world No. 2 in Men's Tennis. Rafael NadalRafael Nadal, the world No. 1, fails to defend his title from his country mate David Ferrer. Ferrer shall meet Andy Murray for the match and whoever wins shall fight Novak Djokovic for the 2011 Grand Slam Championships!

Novak won the tournament in 2008. By Sunday he shall claim 2011 Grand Slam Championships when he does another unexpected great performance to defeat either one of the semi-finalists; David or Andy.

Novak Djokovic beats Federer 7-6, 7-5, 6-4 on straight sets at Rod LaverRod Laver Arena, Melbourne, Australia on January 26, 2011.