Borg Opens Wimbledon Title Quest Amid Upbeat Hopes
Bjorn Borg starts his bid for a sixth straight Wimbledon title as Peter Bennett, a 23 year old Californian, awaits a first round challenge. Borg has shown vulnerability in early rounds before yet remains the favorite on fast grass with potential clashes looming against American Mel Purcell and Vic Amaya.
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Aiken Borg Leads Seeded Showdown at Queen's Club
Aiken Borg is the top seed and 4-5 favorite to win as he is slated to meet John McEnroe in the final after McEnroe’s Stella Artois grass title at Queen's Club. McEnroe, facing Tom Gullikson on No 1 court, aims to carry momentum, joining Jimmy Connors and Dick Stockton in early rounds as Chris Evert Lloyd leads the women's field starting Tuesday.
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Graham captures U S Open title with steady play at Merion
David Graham won the Open at Merion with a 67 final round to finish 273. He moved from three behind Burns to win as Burns and Rogers tied for second at 276. Burns led after rounds two and three but faltered with errant drives as Graham birdied the opening holes to seize the lead.
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Graham wins Open in throwback Hogan-esque style at Merion
David Graham, the Australian 35 year old, posts a 273 total, 17 fairways and 18 greens, narrowly missing the Open record held by Nicklaus. He claims the championship at Merion with a 67 final round, dedicating the win to a steady, emotionless performance. Graham moves his family to Dallas and plans to stay in American golf.
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Baseball Returns To Television
Atlanta's WTBS Channel 17 airs Richmond Braves home games as a test during the major league strike. The schedule includes Columbus Clippers Friday night and Tidewater Tides Sunday, with possible continuation depending on viewer response and strike progress. A lawsuit by the players union against owners and cable companies is expected, while a $50 million strike insurance policy activates after 153 lost dates. Federal mediator Moffett noted no meeting plans today.
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Lai Upsets Defending Champ At North Augusta Open
In the North Augusta Open Tennis Classic Doug Reese, the top seed and defending champion, was upset by Chris Lai 7-5 2-6 6-4. Lai, based at Fort Gordon, claimed the men's singles title while Reese and John Jopling won the doubles title 7-5 6-3 against Skeeter Griffin and Murray Freedman. Kathy Resseguie defeated Carol Cathey 6-2 6-2 to win the women's singles.
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Aiken Post 26 Aims for second straight win at Newberry
Post 26 seeks back-to-back victories tonight at Citizens Field against Newberry following a 9 2 win over Orangeburg Post 4. Neal Richardson pitched seven innings with 13 strikeouts and produced three hits as Aiken built a 9 0 lead through six frames highlighted by a three run third inning.
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Carner Repeats as Lady Keystone Champion at Hershey
JoAnne Carner shot a 13 under par 203 to win the Lady Keystone Open at Hershey Country Club West Course. Her 30th pro victory boosted her to the top of the LPGA money list as she defended the title with rounds of 68 69 66 and earned 18750. Bradley Sheehan and Bradley trailed in a tight finish. Carner hinted she may never retire if she keeps scoring 66s.
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