Beijing boy's historic win began with his 'family'

While the proud father of new Chinese swimming sensation Zhang Lin revealed he had no idea his son was capable of winning gold yesterday, his "surrogate" mother in Australia had every belief in him. Jul. 31

Ambassador Kobe charms China

The NBA heat wave continued to sweep China as Bryant, the NBA champion and finals MVP, landed in the most populous nation over the weekend. Jul. 27

A cuddle from dad ruffles Daley

Forget becoming Britain's first individual world diving champion, Tom Daley's toughest task on Tuesday was keeping his dad's ecstatic emotions in check. Jul. 23

Big man's still got the moves

Shaquille O'Neal can't stop smiling, making faces or dancing to hip-hop every chance he gets. Jul. 14

Retirement for center Yao?

Reports that a severe foot injury will end NBA all-star center Yao Ming's career have been quickly dismissed by his agent. Jul. 1

Shaq's giant shadow has gone

Kobe Bryant proved there was life after Shaquille O'Neal when he led the Los Angeles Lakers to their 15th NBA crown. Jun. 16

Greatest ever? Swiss fits the bill

For many observers that surely is the end of the argument - Roger Federer is the greatest tennis player of all time. Jun. 8

China's daring duo return to ice for gold

Whether exiled prince and princess in Turando, fairytale figures in the Nutcracker or lovebirds in Meditation, the performances of figure skating pair Shen Xue and Zhao Hongbo will always remain in the memory of their fans. Jun. 4