Sports News for June 23, 2007

Wimbledon goes topless amid fears of a washout
Spectators at Wimbledon this year are likely to be exposed to the elements, even as weather forecasts are predicting a near washout during the first week of the tourney.For the first time in 85 years the 14,000 fans packed into the Centre Court will be completely open to the elements, even those in the Royal Box, reports The Telegraph. ANI

Curtains for Boxing Day Test in 2008
The Boxing Day and New Years Tests in Melbourne and Sydney, the pinnacle of Australias cricket season, may not be guaranteed beyond next summer. ANI

PCB to approach ICC for extra funds for 2011 Word Cup stadia uplift
For renovating stadiums for the 2011 World Cup, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) will be making an official request to the International Cricket Council (ICC) for funds. ANI

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