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Why Venus Williams Needs to Retire from Singles Competition

Venus and Serena Williams have never been held to the same standards as other athletes in their sport.

Rome Masters 2013: Highlighting Biggest Disappointments at Italian Open

The Rome Masters is the last stop for a majority of tennis' top stars before they gear up for the season's second Grand Slam: the French Open at Roland Garros.

Rome Masters 2013: Predictions for Saturday's Men's Semifinal Action

Three of the planet's top-six men's tennis players will be in action on Saturday in Rome, site of the 2013 Italian Open, the last stop before the French Open.

Italian Open Tennis 2013: Biggest Storylines to Watch for in Men's Semifinals

Just in case there hadn't already been enough drama this year, the men's tournament at the Italian Open is serving up plenty more intriguing storylines to watch for.

Roger Federer: 2013 French Open Win Could Be Crowning Achievement in Career

It's hard to choose a standout accomplishment in the legendary playing career of Swiss superstar Roger Federer—whether it's capturing the most Grand Slam singles titles, sitting atop the rankings for more than 300 weeks or the multiple double-digit winning str

Atlanta Braves: Grand Slam by Justin Upton Powers Victory over Dodgers

After a brutal 10-game road trip that saw the Atlanta Braves go 4-6 against the Cincinnati Reds, San Francisco Giants and Arizona Diamondbacks, they returned home to Turner Field and finally got back on track with an 8-5 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Novak Djokovic's Poor Form Guarantees French Open Triumph for Rafael Nadal

Novak Djokovic may be the No. 1-ranked player in the world, but his recent play doesn't reflect that. With the French Open drawing near, all signs point to Rafael Nadal being the runaway winner of the year's second Grand Slam.

Rome Masters 2013 Results: Biggest Surprises from Late-Round Action

In the final tune-up before the 2013 French Open, the Rome Masters has brought with it a heap of surprises and twists as we head toward final-round action.

Cannabis: Colorado's budding industry

Dispensaries selling cannabis bath salts, 'bud-tenders' advising on blends, even a marijuana university. As Colorado gears up for legalisation, we get the dope on Denver's 'green rush'

I'm being driven around Denver by America's first professional stoner.

Inside-the-Park Home Run Ends with Marvelous Flip at Home for LSU Player

Hitting an inside-the-park home run hardly needs a grand finish, but this LSU player seems to be the flashy type.