Curtain Closes Suddenly On Aiken-Trained Swale
Swale, the Aiken trained colt and son of Seattle Slew, died suddenly at the racetrack a week after winning the Belmont Stakes. The loss follows a dramatic season for trainer Woody Stephens, who also saw Devil’s Bag retirements and victory in two of the Triple Crown races.
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Mike Griffin
Belmont
Swale the champion horse dies leaving racing legacy
The piece recalls Swale the 1984 Derby and Hutcheson Stakes winner who joined Gulfstream and Belmont contenders. It notes his close ties to trainer Woody Stephens and Claiborne Farm, his impact on fans, and the heartbreak of his passing on Father’s Day.
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Aiken
Devil
Francis Griffin
Claiborne Farm
Seattle
Woody Stephens
Swale dies after routine workout at Belmont Park
Kentucky Derby and Belmont Stakes winner Swale collapsed after a mile and a half gallop at Belmont Park. An autopsy found no clear cause and pathologists said the cause of death remains uncertain despite no foul play.
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Woody Stephens
New Boston Center
University of Pennsylvania
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TV Tonight Highlights Major League and Gridiron Matchups
Baseball Yankees vs Tigers at 1 p.m. ABC telecast and Pro Football San Antonio at Houston at 8 p.m. ESPN. Tennis shows American Legion Post 26 at Congaree at 8 p.m.strong.
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Holmes To Fight For King In Las Vegas Bout
Larry Holmes agreed to a Holmes Gerrie Coetzee heavyweight bout with promoter Don King after a Las Vegas meeting. Holmes spoke from Easton Pennsylvania saying he settled differences and signed with King to quiet critics and finalize a purse but money terms remain under negotiation.
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Don King
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Question on Wimbledon singles titles holder
The question asks which professional women's tennis player has the most Wimbledon singles championships. The provided Friday note incorrectly cites Tony Gwynn of San Diego leading the National League in batting.
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San Diego
Tony Gwynn
Atlanta Wins Stroh's Cup Polo Final 5 4
Atlanta edged Wildwood 5 4 in the championship at Whitney Field to cap the Stroh's Cup polo tournament. Russell Siders led Atlanta with four goals while Lee Bier added one. Polo Farm beat Boone Hall 11 6 in the consolation with Jimmy Bachman scoring eight goals. The event, sponsored by Stroh Brewery and others, marked the season end in Aiken.
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Jimmy Bachman
Walter Burgess
Darnell Boyd
Mike Carroll
Richard Stone
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Aiken
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Ginny Southworth
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