Kenny Perry shot a course record-equalling 61 at TPC River Highlands to take the lead in the Travelers Championship at the end of the first round in Connecticut last night.

Outspoken British anti-war MP George Galloway has vowed to fight the “outrageous decision” to ban him from Canada on the grounds of national security.

American Stewart Cink carded a six-under-par 64 to take a one-shot lead after the second round of the Travelers Championship at the TPC River Highlands in Cromwell, Connecticut.

Swede Mathias Gronberg moved into contention for a first US Tour victory when he produced a third-round 65 at the Buick Championship in Cromwell, Connecticut, today.

Darron Stiles carded his second four-under-par 66 at the River Highlands and has a one-shot lead after Friday’s second round of the Buick Championship.

Stewart Cink stepped up his bid to retain his Ryder Cup place with a second-round 65 at the Buick Championship in Cromwell, Connecticut, today.

An eagle two on the 296-yard 15th helped Ryder Cup hopeful Carl Pettersson to a four under par 66 that left him only one off the lead after the first round at the Buick Championship in Cromwell, Connecticut.

Football legend George Best is losing his battle for life, his doctor said today.

Manchester United legend George Best is moving out of intensive care after making good progress following his liver transplant operation, hospital officials said today.