Rory gets Masters thumbs up

HOUSTON. — The two people that know Rory McIlroy’s golf game the best, his long-time coach Michael Bannon and short-game specialist, Dave Stockton, have given McIlroy a resounding vote of confidence ahead of next month’s Masters.

David Haye announces comeback

MANCHESTER. — Former WBA heavyweight champion David Haye has grown tired of waiting for a challenge from either of the Klitschko brothers to arrive. Haye, 32, announced his comeback at a press conference in London yesterday and will fight an as-yet-unnamed opponent at Manchester Arena on June 29.

Andy Flower demands improvement

LONDON. — England coach Andy Flower admits his players will need to show significant improvement from their drawn series against New Zealand if they are to retain the Ashes against Australia this year.

Vettel from favourite to villain

LONDON — As Sebastian Vettel has established himself as the most dominant Formula One driver of his generation, racing fans have come to see him as the boyish, fun-loving face of the glamorous series.

Pistorius free to compete

JOHANNESBURG. — Oscar Pistorius could make a sensational return to the track at this summer’s World Championships after a judge yesterday changed his bail conditions as he awaits trial for killing his girlfriend.

Editorial Comment:Let’s have an Easter with a difference

As Zimbabweans celebrate the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ this Easter, they must also reflect on several other issues.Jesus did not die and resurrect for nothing. He did so that people can have life and have it in abundance.

Why did so many people vote “No”

One question that has done the rounds after the epic approval of the new Zimbabwe constitution is why over 200 000 people voted “NO”? In our set up, there are no post-election opinion polls conducted to find out the voting patterns.

Juventus not holding back attack as they meet Inter Milan

TURIN. — Serie A front-runners Juventus are not going to pull punches when they visit Inter Milan tomorrow despite the massive lead they hold on the Nerazzurri.
As the league resumes after a break dedicated to international games, Juve have 18 more points than the Milanese hosts, but are eager to avenge a 3-1 home defeat that last

Bayern Munich focus on Euro games

MUNICH. — There will be no celebrations in Munich’s Marienplatz, waving of red and white flags or the spilling of beer from the mayor’s balcony onto the thousands of supporters below if Bayern Munich clinch the Bundesliga title tomorrow.

One-match wonderboy Macheda looks back

LONDON. — Federico Macheda is a young footballer in grave danger of being defined by just one moment: the drag-back turn and perfect finish that marked his debut as a substitute for Manchester United.

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