Reuters Sports News Summary

09/18/2016 12:57

Following is a summary of current sports news briefs.

NFL: Rams hope to get back on track against Seahawks

The Los Angeles Rams have returned to Southern California after 21 seasons in St. Louis, but their offense failed to make the trip in a dreadful season opener they hope to put behind them in Week 2 against the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday. The Rams were pounded 28-0 by the San Francisco 49ers last week on a night they managed just 185 total yards, muting the excitement of their move back to the West Coast.

Cilic fires Croatia into Davis Cup final

Marin Cilic sent Croatia into the Davis Cup final with a 6-3 6-2 7-5 victory against Richard Gasquet on Sunday that gave the hosts a 3-1 win over France. The world number 11 relied on his big serve and his booming forehand to down Gasquet, who had given France the first point by beating Borna Coric on Friday.

F1 cannot be a dictatorship, says new chairman

Formula One cannot be run like a dictatorship, even if many people in the sport are used to that, according to the new chairman appointed to work with commercial supremo Bernie Ecclestone. Chase Carey, who took on the role as part of Liberty Media's takeover of the sport this month, said also that Formula One's U.S. expansion should ultimately look at big cities like Los Angeles, New York or Miami.

Spain back in World Group where they belong, says Nadal

Two years after Spain's stunning fall from grace in Davis Cup tennis, Rafa Nadal has hailed his nation's return to the World Group after victory in the playoff against India. Nadal combined with Marc Lopez in the doubles to overhaul Leander Paes and Saketh Myneni in four sets and complete a 3-0 victory in New Delhi on Saturday, ending Spain's exile after an acrimonious period.

Iranian cyclist death casts pall over Games

Iranian cyclist Sarafraz Bahman Golbarnezhad has died after crashing in the C4-5 event at the Rio de Janeiro Paralympics, the first such death at the Games since they began in 1960, the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) has said. "The IPC confirm that Golbarnezhad, 48, was involved in a crash at around 1040 on the first section of the Grumari loop, a mountainous stretch of the course," the International Paralympic Committee said.

Yankees hit by double injury blow

The New York Yankees suffered a double-blow on Saturday when second baseman Starlin Castro and center fielder Jacoby Ellsbury were injured against the Boston Red Sox. Castro was on his way to a double to left-center in the fifth inning when he pulled up, and was later diagnosed with a right hamstring strain.

Ice hockey: Canada rout Czechs, Europe stun U.S. in World Cup

A dominant Sidney Crosby led Canada to a 6-0 win over the Czech Republic at the World Cup of Hockey on Saturday following Team Europe's shock victory over the United States in the tournament opener. Crosby was easily the best player on the ice scoring a goal and adding two assists as Canada lived up to their billing as tournament favorites.

Chun wins Evian Championship with record score

South Korea's Chun In-gee won the Evian Championship on Sunday and set a record for the lowest winning score in a major with her four-round total of 21 under par. Chun, who won by four shots, broke the record of 20 previously held by Jason Day and Henrik Stenson while the women's record was 19 under.

Mets pitcher DeGrom in line for elbow surgery

New York Mets starting pitcher Jacob deGrom is expected to undergo season-ending elbow surgery, the team said on Saturday. DeGrom was scheduled to pitch on Sunday against the Washington Nationals, his first outing since Sept. 1, but was scratched after suffering a setback following his bullpen session on Friday.

Rosberg celebrates 200th race with Singapore win

Nico Rosberg led from pole to flag to win the Singapore Grand Prix on Sunday and celebrate his 200th Formula One race by retaking the championship lead from Mercedes team mate Lewis Hamilton. After a chaotic start that brought out a safety car on the opening lap, Rosberg stayed clear of a late charging Daniel Ricciardo in a Red Bull at the Marina Bay Street Circuit as Hamilton completed the podium in third place.

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