Lucky Eleven
Tottenham's Gareth Bale files application for a trademark of his "Eleven of Hearts" goal celebration.

Prep Time
Russia's KHL shortens '13-14 season to 52 games to allow for month-long break for Sochi Games.

The Next Big Thing
Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan is being courted by sub-continent's top corporate sponsors.

Long-Term Relationship
Canadian GP promoter says a 10-year deal appeals to F1 because of stability it gives to planned flotation.

THE RIGHT STUFF:
How executive search firms discover talent for sports clients.

DRIVING INNOVATION:
HP becomes NASCAR's first official technology partner.

WORK IN PROGRESS:
One year from the World Cup, crews are scrambling to finish stadiums.

OVERCOMING OBSTACLES:
Ballparks, stadiums take challenge to host Spartan Race.