TALES AZZONI

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Vettel, Red Bull increase dominance in F1 in 2011

What was good a year ago became even better in 2011 as Sebastian Vettel and Red Bull outclassed the competition to win their second consecutive title and increase their dominance in Formula One.

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F1 boss not optimistic about US race in 2012

Formula One's boss isn't optimistic about the U.S. Grand Prix taking place next year and has set a Wednesday deadline for American organizers to guarantee its long-term financial backing.

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Webber wins Brazilian GP ahead of Vettel

Mark Webber won the season-ending Brazilian Grand Prix on Sunday after Red Bull teammate Sebastian Vettel struggled with a gearbox problem.

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Drivers say rule changes had positive effect in F1

The Formula One season comes to an end this weekend at the Brazilian Grand Prix with drivers raving about the rule changes that were aimed at encouraging passing and improving racing.

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Sara Hall wins Pan Ams steeplechase

With a Pan American Games gold medal around her neck, it seems American distance runner Sara Hall has made the right decision to switch to the steeplechase.

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Hammer and high jump at Pan Ams trump honeymoon

Here was the choice: Honeymoon in Australia, or train for the hammer and high jump.

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'Montezuma's Revenge' no big deal at Pan Am Games

After 500 years, it seems as if Aztec emperor Moctezuma II is just about finished getting his revenge on foreigners.

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Racquetball seeks attention at Pan American Games

Racquetball is out to prove that it's more than just a recreational game, and the Pan American Games is a place to do it.

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At Pan Am Games, to be a Mexican is to be a star

Mexican tennis player Cesar Ramirez arrived for practice and was quickly mobbed by fans wanting a photo with him. When he was done, he spent nearly 15 minutes answering questions from reporters.

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Deaf US swimmer makes it to big stage at Pan Ams

For American swimmer Marcus Titus, being deaf is more advantage than disability.

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US field hockey expecting breakthrough at Pan Ams

The United States field hockey teams arrived at the 2011 Pan American Games believing they finally have what it takes to end the dominance of powerhouses Argentina and Canada.

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Brazil police to investigate Ricardo Teixeira

A prosecutor will order Brazilian police to investigate soccer federation president Ricardo Teixeira over a money transfer allegedly stemming from kickbacks.

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Brazil's Silva knocks out Okami at UFC 134

After another dominant victory, Anderson Silva went celebrating around the octagon. His opponent went straight to the hospital.

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Brazil soccer great Zico to coach Iraq

The Brazilian soccer great Zico was hired as Iraq's national coach, hoping to revive the team after a disappointing run.

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Spain, Brazil to meet in U20 Cup quarterfinals

Brazil and Spain advanced in the Under-20 World Cup on Wednesday, setting up a quarterfinal matchup between the title favorites.

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Young talent on display at U20 World Cup

Brazil striker Oscar knows the soccer world is watching. He knows it's a chance like no other.

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Brazil, Argentina advance at Under-20 World Cup

Argentina and Brazil won easily to reach the second round of the Under-20 World Cup, while England is likely to advance despite drawing all its three matches 0-0.

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2014 World Cup kicks off, qualifying groups drawn

World champion Spain was drawn on Saturday with 1998 winner France, Georgia, Belarus and Finland in a qualifying group for the 2014 tournament — the first World Cup in Brazil in 64 years.

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Brazil soccer chief calls English media 'corrupt'

The president of Brazil's soccer federation questioned the integrity of British journalists Friday on the eve of the 2014 World Cup qualifying draw.

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Brazil's Santos wins Copa Libertadores

Neymar and Danilo scored second-half goals and Brazil's Santos beat Uruguay's Penarol 2-1 on Wednesday night to win the Copa Libertadores title for the first time since the Pele era in the 1960s.

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Ronaldo farewells Brazil national team

Ronaldo's career with Brazil's national team came to an emotional end as he was given a send-off during Tuesday's friendly game against Romania.

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Will Power wins postponed IndyCar's Sao Paulo 300

Will Power of Australia overcame a damaged car and a wet track to win IndyCar's Sao Paulo 300 on Monday, a day after the race was postponed because of heavy rain on the streets of South America's biggest city.

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Study says airports likely not ready for WCup

It will be difficult to get most Brazilian airports ready in time for the 2014 World Cup, according to a government study released Thursday.

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Ronaldinho and Robinho off Brazil roster

Ronaldinho and Robinho have been left off Brazil's 24-man roster for a March 27 exhibition against Scotland in London.

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Ronaldo retires, ending magnificent soccer career

A tearful Ronaldo said goodbye to soccer, having finally met an opponent he couldn't overcome.

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