Lendl's Wimbledon defeat by Edberg shocks fans
Wimbledon saw Ivan Lendl overwhelmed by Stefan Edberg 6 1 7 4 6 3 as Lendl's year of preparation on grass failed to yield the title. Edberg dominated the match, flashing a Hertz logo on Lendl's sleeve and exposing the Britons’ brutal one sided contest. Becker then beat Ivanisevic to set up the final.
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Post 26 Clinches Playoff Berth With Five-Run Inning
Aiken Post 26 rallied for five runs in the fourth inning to beat Walterboro 9-5 and secure second place in League Four, earning a best of five series against Florence. Pitcher Jim Dudley worked a complete game seven-hitter with 10 strikeouts, as Walterboro’s season ended at 9-9. Post 25 coach Tracy Fleming praised the team's resilience after a tough season.
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Midland Valley coach Larry Wall resigns for Murray State women job
In 1989 Midland Valley boys basketball coach Larry Wall leaves the program to become head coach of the Murray State University KU women's basketball team, marking a transition from boys basketball duties to college women’s team leadership.
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Becker, Edberg To Face Off For Wimbledon Singles Title
Becker survived a dramatic win over 18 year old Goran Ivanisevic 44 6 0 7 6 in a marathon semifinal while Edberg dominated Ivan Lendl 6 1 7 4 6 3 to reach the final. The match-up pits Becker, Wimbledon champion in 1985 and 1986, against Edberg, the 1988 champion, in a final that echoes the tournament’s storied rivalry.
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Herzog Resigns as Cardinals Manager After Embarrassing Season
Whitey Herzog resigned as manager of the St. Louis Cardinals after a disappointing 1980s era. Interim replacement Red Schoendienst will lead the club as Herzog cited embarrassment over the team’s play in San Francisco and fans’ disappointment. Pedro Guerrero and Cardinals officials commented on the shock and the need for change. The resignation was first reported by KMOX in St Louis as the team prepared for a San Diego series against the Padres.
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Waltrip Hurt In Daytona Crash Ahead Of Pepsi 400
Darrell Waltrip suffered fractures to his left leg and elbow and a concussion in a seven car crash during final practice at Daytona International Speedway. He was cut from his damaged Tide Chevrolet and transported in serious condition to Halifax Medical Center. Fellow drivers Terry Labonte and Dave Marcis were injured, with Labonte in a neck brace. Waltrip’s backup car will be driven by Jimmy Horton as 40 cars prepare for the Pepsi 400.
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