Supershorts They Said It: Elin never hit Tiger

"There was never any violence inside or outside our home. The speculation that I would have used a golf club to hit him is just truly ridiculous."
Tiger Woods' ex-wife Elin Nordegren said she has "been through hell" since her husband's infidelity surfaced but she never hit him.

"When I got home my young fella asked what was wrong and I said 'I lost footy'. He said 'I'll help you find it'."
Parramatta Eels kicker Luke Burt on his son's reaction after he missed a sitter in the final minute, trailing the Wests Tigers 20-18.

"We didn't have the missing bit. It looks pretty ugly but what can I do? It's a low act and hopefully he will get punished for it."
West Tigers forward Jason Schirnack, a New Zealander, reflects on having an ear chomped on by North Sydney winger Mitchell Stevens in a New South Wales Cup game.

"We are sad that our marriage is over and we wish each other the very best for the future."
Tiger Woods and Elin Nordegren in a joint statement, try to put a line under their time together.

"I don't think you ever go into a marriage looking to get divorced. That's the thing. That's why it is sad. My actions certainly led us to this decision. And I've certainly made a lot of errors in my life and that's something I'm going to have to live with."
Woods again.

"Didn't get into uni ... cheers school u massive knobbers!"
Young George Lineker, son of Gary, on his Facebook page, has a message for his Charterhouse public school after missing a place at Cambridge University.

"I will go to the shop and buy another Golden Boot."
Gold Coast Mariners coach Miron Bleiberg reflects on losing striker Shane Smeltz to a Turkish club.

"I'll miss one international game, all going well."
Dan Carter after his ankle surgery this week. And a rugby nation breathes a collective sigh of relief.