World Sports in brief

Rooney apologises to United fans

Wayne Rooney has tried to make his peace with Manchester United’s fans by saying sorry for the way his contract talks were concluded last month.

The England striker appeared to question United’s desire and left open the possibility he might move to local rivals Manchester City.

Karlsson pips Poulter

Sweden’s Robert Karlsson denied Ian Poulter back-to-back titles on the European Tour when he won the 7.5 million dollar Dubai World Championship after a thrilling playoff battle that stretched to the second extra hole Sunday. Karlsson has had a dramatic past two years since finishing the 2008 season as E’s No.1.

Ancelotti hopes trio can bolster Blues

Carlo Ancelotti hopes to welcome back three of Chelsea’s big guns to boost their bid to reclaim top spot in the English Premier League.

After being knocked-off the summit for the first time since April, manager Ancelotti admits his out-of-sorts side face a huge test of their character.

Federer eyes return to top

Roger Federer believes his ATP World Tour Finals triumph against Rafael Nadal will provide him with the perfect springboard to return to the top in 2011.

Although Federer is publicly adamant he has nothing to be disappointed about over the last 12 months.