Tyson Regains Love of Las Vegas Fans
Steve Bisheff notes Mike Tyson is perceived as the people’s champion after a crowd-pleasing return at Caesars Palace. Tyson’s victory over Henry Tillman rekindles public adoration while former champ Buster Douglas endures a quiet night off the strip. The heavyweight scene shifts toward a possible Tyson Foreman showdown with Douglas awaiting a September rematch.
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Irwin Forces 18 Hole Open Playoff For Third Title
Hale Irwin and Mike Donald reach an 18 hole playoff at Medinah after Irwin sinks a 40 to 45 foot birdie putt on 18 to finish 8 under par 280. Donald, long shot entering the day, stays alive with a strong Masters influenced slide, awaiting final result.
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Strange's Bid Fails Vows To Win Again
Medinak Illinois after two years Curtis Strange failed to win a third U S Open title finishing in a six way tie for sixth. He vowed to pursue another Open and noted his name on the trophy twice while acknowledging Hale Irwin and Mike Donald would compete in a playoff. He blamed a bogey on hole no 12 and a shaky start but praised fan reception and said he came to win not place.
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World Cup action heats up as Spain and Belgium win
Spain and Belgium delivered 3-1 wins in a lively weekend of World Cup play, with Belgium advancing to the second round and Spain nearly there. Michel scored a hat trick for France? No, for South Korea? He lit up the field after prior criticism, while Enzo Scifo and Jan Ceulemans added Belgium goals. Ireland and Egypt played a dull 0-0, Argentina faced Romania needing a tie, and Cameroon eyed progression against the Soviets as English fans clashed with Dutch supporters near Cagliari.
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U S Soccer Faces Slim Path To World Cup Ahead
U S coach says players must seek top European clubs to improve and qualify. Talent like Tab Ramos and Bruce Murray express frustration over USSF plans and contract talks as the team battles Austria, needing unlikely results to advance and facing questions about the federation structure.
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Tyson Foreman Need Not Worry Ahead Of Meeting
Tyson and Foreman faced nerves ahead of a potential title rematch after Tyson knocked out Tillman in the second round at Caesars Palace. Foreman, weighing 263 pounds, stopped Adilson Rodrigues in two rounds as he pursues a championship bid. Tyson targets Evander Holyfield’s defense, while plans for rematches with Douglas and other contenders remain uncertain. HBO telecasts both bouts.
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