Fifth seed defeats Agassi in semifinal showdown
In The Spotlight, the fifth seed blasts No 2 Andre Agassi 6 1 6 4 7 6 (7 1) to reach the final, having not lost a set in the tournament. He faces Boris Becker who beat Mark Woodforde 6 4 6 2 6 0 for the title.
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Dooley Released From Hospital After Latest Surgery
Atlanta Georgia athletic director Vince Dooley left Emory University Hospital after a recent artery clearing operation. Cardiologist Dr John Douglas said the recurring issue might require bypass surgery but emphasized Dooley is not in danger and his life is not at risk.
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Packer Assistant Coach Leaves Dallas Hospital
Gil Haskell the Packers assistant coach was discharged from a Dallas hospital after treatment for a skull fracture and brain bruise from a sideline accident in the NFC title game. Packers trainer Pepper Burruss said he continues rapid improvement toward a full recovery.
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Tech beats Clemson 55 38 for first win over ranked foe
Kish Ford led Georgia Tech with 14 points and eight rebounds as the Yellow Jackets defeated No. 18 Clemson 55 38 in ACC play. Tech improved to 10 6 overall and 2 6 in the conference, while Clemson dropped to 13 2 overall and 4 2 in ACC action.
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ATC to Host Lenoir In Key Region X matchup
ATC will host Lenoir Community College tonight at 7 30 in a Region X junior college basketball game. Lenoir leads the region at 4 0 while ATC sits 3 2. Lenoir already defeated ATC in North Carolina earlier this month.
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Calendar Wagener Saey Viet Eko at ge Sing Mon
Calendar note lists events for the evening at 6 pm. Viet Eko appears at ge Sing Mon venue. Wagener Saey also scheduled with no additional details provided.
Friday TV sports lineup with golf and basketball clashes
The schedule lists Phoenix Open golf at 3 30 p m and Lakers at 76ers at 8 p m on TNT. Australian Open tennis airs at 7 30 p m, Peoria Open bowling on ESPN at 12 30 am, with ESPN coverage also noted.
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Switzer Aikman Clash Over Race Notions at Cowboys
In Tempe ahead of the Super Bowl Dallas Cowboys stars Troy Aikman and coach Barry Switzer dispute tensions over race. The issue centers on a Fort Worth Star-Telegram column claiming Aikman targeted black players. teammates defend Aikman saying he is not racist and wrecks on competition.
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South Africa High claims Region 3 AAAA lead in tough season
South Africa High School girls basketball under Karen Carter surged to 5-0 in Region 3 AAAA after a 50-33 win over Midland Valley. Carter says the improved lineup, with only one returning starter, has exceeded expectations as Felita Muldrow leads the effort and the team works to build chemistry in a rebuilding year.
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Guards Power South Carolina Rise With Guard Trio
Guards Larry Davis Melvin Watson and BJ McKie propelled South Carolina to a strong SEC start, led by Davis 26 points against Mississippi State. Watson and McKie contributed key scoring as the trio controlled both ends, offsetting an injured center, and earning praise from coach Eddie Fogler and opposing coach Richard Williams. Davis leads in free throws and is among top scorers. Watson and McKie add depth and clutch shooting.
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Agassi Collapses as Chang Reaches Australian Open Final
Michael Chang defeated Andre Agassi 6 1 6 4 7 6 4 7 6 to reach the Australian Open final, extending his flawless set streak. Becker chased a fifth career Grand Slam by beating Mark Woodforde 6 4 6 2 6 0, as Woodforde's bid on Australia Day fell short.
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