Putin says Russia never had state-sponsored doping program

KRASNOYARSK, Russia (Reuters) - Russia has never had a state-sponsored doping program, President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday, after the association of National Anti-Doping Organisations (NADOs) called for a temporary blanket ban on Russia from international sport.

Murray against wild cards for drug cheats

(Reuters) - World number one Andy Murray is against giving wild cards to players returning from doping bans but the 29-year-old understands why tournament organizers make an exception for "big names".

Jets confirm release of cornerback Revis

(Reuters) - The New York Jets have informed cornerback Darrelle Revis that they will be releasing him to become a free agent before March 9, the team announced Tuesday.

Phelps urges U.S. lawmakers to push for anti-doping reform

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Michael Phelps urged U.S. lawmakers on Tuesday to push for a reform of the global anti-doping effort in sport after a career in which the Olympic great said he was never confident he was competing against clean athletes.

Bogut agrees to sign with Cavaliers: reports

(Reuters) - Big man Andrew Bogut has agreed to sign with the Cleveland Cavaliers giving them yet another valuable acquisition, according to multiple reports on Tuesday.

Warriors' Durant exits game with hyperextended knee

(Reuters) - Former NBA Most Valuable Player Kevin Durant, the Golden State Warriors' prized offseason acquisition, left Tuesday's game after hyperextending his left knee during the first quarter, the team said.

Israeli Peer forced to call time on career

(Reuters) - Former world number 11 Shahar Peer, the most successful Israeli woman to play on the WTA Tour, announced her retirement because of injury on Tuesday.

Vikings decline 2017 option on Adrian Peterson

(The Sports Xchange) - Adrian Peterson's days with the Minnesota Vikings might be over.

Alonso needs to fall back in love with F1, says Sainz

BARCELONA (Reuters) - Carlos Sainz has plenty of ambitions of his own for 2017 but the young Spaniard also hopes to see friend and compatriot Fernando Alonso fall back in love with Formula One after years of frustration.

Chinese investors looking to postpone closing of AC Milan deal

MILAN (Reuters) - The Chinese buyers that committed to the acquisition of prized Italian soccer club AC Milan are looking to further postpone the closing of the deal, two sources close to the matter told Reuters on Tuesday.

Motor racing: Williams wrap up early after Stroll takes a spin

BARCELONA (Reuters) - Lance Stroll's official Formula One test debut with Williams lasted 12 laps on Tuesday before the Canadian rookie spun off and damaged the car, forcing Williams to shut up shop before lunchtime.

Cycling: Riders association calls for more safety tests on disc brakes

LONDON (Reuters) - Riders' union the Professional Cyclists Association (CPA) is threatening legal action against world governing body the UCI over its ongoing trial of disc brakes.

Cycling: Discussion on reducing peloton size still ongoing - Tour boss

LA ROCHE SUR YON, France (Reuters) - Tour de France director Christian Prudhomme said on Tuesday that discussions on reducing the number of riders per team in grand tours were still ongoing.