FORT WORTH, Texas — Ryan Palmer was standing in the fairway on his last hole Thursday when his longtime caddie and fellow Colonial member issued a challenge.

James Edmondson, who won his...

<p>Rafael Nadal will shoot for his eighth French Open title at Roland Garros. (AP Photo/Lionel Cironneau)</p>

Rafa’s Realm

Nation & World Sports Comments Updated: May 24, 2013 12:05am

PARIS — Used to be the French Open was the scene for clay-court specialists and surprise champions.

Scan the list of past winners and runners-up. There’s Gaston Gaudio and Albert Costa,...

Zoeller: Tiger comment was joke gone awry

Nation & World Sports Comments Updated: May 24, 2013 12:05am

INDIANAPOLIS — Fuzzy Zoeller says he’s “paid his dues” after his infamous remarks about Tiger Woods ordering fried chicken for the Masters champions dinner, and he believes similar comments made...

RG3 still aiming for Redskins’ opener

Nation & World Sports Comments Updated: May 24, 2013 12:05am

ASHBURN, Va. — Robert Griffin III’s rehab started with a “cry festival.” Then came a special new passcode for his cellphone and a chance to hash things out with coach Mike Shanahan.

There’s...

<p>Miami’s LeBron James (6) scores the game-winning basket as Indiana’s Paul George (24) and Sam Young (4) look on in the Heat’s 103-102 overtime win over the Pacers. James finished with 30 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)</p>

King’s path to victory

Nation & World Sports Comments Updated: May 23, 2013 12:05am

MIAMI — LeBron James caught the inbounds pass, changed direction and immediately attacked the rim.

There was no one in his way.

There was no stopping him, either.

James made a...

<p>Brian Urlacher amassed 41 1/2 sacks, 22 interceptions, 16 fumble recoveries and 11 forced fumbles with the Chicago Bears. (AP Photo/Joe Howell)</p>

Bears’ Urlacher announces retirement

Nation & World Sports Comments Updated: May 23, 2013 12:05am

CHICAGO — Brian Urlacher wasn’t sure how dominant he could be any longer, so he’s calling it a career after 13 seasons with the Chicago Bears.

And what a career it was:

c Eight Pro...

<p>Michael Crabtree’s 85 receptions, 1,105 receiving yards and nine touchdown receptions last season were all career highs. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)</p>

49ers’ Crabtree tears right Achilles tendon

Nation & World Sports Comments Updated: May 23, 2013 12:05am

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — San Francisco 49ers leading wide receiver Michael Crabtree has had surgery to repair a torn right Achilles tendon.

Crabtree had his operation Wednesday, one day after...

Garcia apologizes to Woods for ‘fried chicken’ comment

Nation & World Sports Comments Updated: May 23, 2013 12:05am

Sergio Garcia apologized to Tiger Woods for saying he would serve fried chicken if they were to have dinner at the U.S. Open, an ugly addition to nearly two weeks of verbal sparring.

What...

Angels keep Mariners reeling

Nation & World Sports Comments Updated: May 23, 2013 12:05am

ANAHEIM, Calif. — C.J. Wilson struck out 10 in eight innings, Josh Hamilton had a two-run single, and the Los Angeles handed the Seattle Mariners their season-worst sixth straight loss with a 7-1...