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Austin Hosts The World With The Return Of F1 Racing

Ferrari's Fernando Alonso during qualifying at the Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas.

November 18, 2012 The world's most-watched motorsport series races in America for the first time in five years at a new track in Texas. In an exciting race, Lewis Hamilton passes championship leader Sebastian Vettel to win. Ferrari's championship contender Fernando Alsonso finishes third, sending the title fight to the final race in Brazil.

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Saturday, November 17, 2012

Television

Heidi: The Little Girl Who Changed Football Forever

The 1968 film Heidi, starring Jennifer Edwards, was based on a best-selling children's book about an 8-year-old Swiss orphan.

November 17, 2012 On Nov. 17, 1968, the New York Jets had taken a two-point lead over the Oakland Raiders with 50 seconds left on the clock. But before the final whistle blew, the stadium faded out and the Swiss Alps faded in for fans watching the game in their living rooms.

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Former Bears Coach Mike Ditka 'Feels Good' After Minor Stroke

Former Chicago Bears coach Mike Ditka suffered a minor stroke on Friday. He's telling fans he's fine, but he will be taking the weekend off from his job as analyst at ESPN.

November 17, 2012 Former Bears Coach Mike Ditka was hospitalized after suffering a minor stroke on Friday. He's telling fans not to worry, but he will be taking the weekend off from his job as analyst at ESPN.

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Friday, November 16, 2012
Thursday, November 15, 2012

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Best Goal Ever? Soccer's Zlatan Ibrahimovic May Have Scored It

Sweden's striker and team captain Zlatan Ibrahimovic during Wednesday's "friendly" against England in Stockholm.

November 15, 2012 His GOALLL! for Sweden Wednesday night is getting rave reviews. Watch the video of the long-distance bicycle kick that cemented Sweden's 4-2 victory over England. Then tell us: Is it the best ever?

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Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Sweetness And Light

Dear Sports Czars: Take Your Ball And Go Home

NBA Commissioner David Stern speaks during a basketball news conference on Oct. 25. Stern announced he will retire on Feb. 1, 2014.

November 14, 2012 Many sports bosses are tarnishing their achievements by overstaying their welcome, says commentator Frank Deford.

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