Velasquez retires at 51 after storied jockey career
Hall of Fame jockey Jorge Velasquez ends his career at Calder Race Course at age 51 after riding three horses. He reflections on next steps, noting training is tough and starting at the bottom. Velasquez began in New Jersey in 1965 and ranks among North America’s top riders with 6795 wins and $12.5 million in purses, highlighted by the 1981 Derby win on Pleasant Colony and the 1985 Breeders' Cup Classic on Proud Truth.
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College football and basketball bowl and game listings
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Michigan eyes first title in half century Rose Bowl showdown
Michigan, 11-0, meets Washington State 10-1 in the Rose Bowl as Lloyd Carr delays talk of a national title. If Michigan wins, the title returns to Ann Arbor after 1948. a loss would put Nebraska to face Tennessee in the Orange Bowl. Charles Woodson cites the goal of a national championship. Washington State coach Mike Price misses two days of practice with flu but plans to coach in Pasadena.
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Tigers Stars Face Tough Draft Decision After Peach Bowl
Auburn linebacker Takeo Spikes and Clemson linebacker Anthony Simmons weigh NFL draft or another college season. Simmons hints at staying possible, Spikes leaning toward remaining in school. Bowden emphasizes college degrees and long-term value while noting standout early departures.
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Bowden sets New Year curfew for Auburn and Clemson
Auburn coach Terry Bowden plans a 12 05 curfew ahead of the Peach Bowl with Clemson coach Tommy West weighing 11 59 as a lighthearted response. Auburn and Clemson will skip or attend light workouts at the Georgia Dome as they prepare for the game. Oliver notes the Army option as a focal point and Clemson keeps the play in the book to keep defenses honest. Dameyune Craig and Nealon Greene are referenced as Auburn and Clemson quarterbacks.
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Outback Bowl Preview: Wisconsin Receivers vs Georgia Defense
Georgia faces Wisconsin in the Outback Bowl with Donnan praising Wisconsin receivers Donald Hayes and Tony Simmons who combined for many catches and big plays. Dayne anchors Wisconsin’s ground game while Georgia’s Bobo directs an offense averaging 31.5 points. Edwards and Ward provide Georgia’s rushing and receiving threats.
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