Cigar’s 1995 Oaklawn triumph and Dubai World Cup memory
Hall of Fame trainer Bill Mott and jockey jockey Allen Jones reflect on Cigar the 1995 Oaklawn Handicap victory, Dubai World Cup attempt, and a storied 33 race career. They note Cigar’s 19 wins, near fatigue in Dubai, two Woodward Stakes titles, and Cigar’s later life as a Kentucky tourist draw before his death on October 7 from complications after neck arthritis surgery.
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NASCAR faces tough penalties calls after chaotic Charlotte race
At Charlotte Motor Speedway NASCAR officials review post race incidents involving Brad Keselowski Denny Hamlin and Matt Kenseth after a chaotic finish. The friction began with spins on the cool down lap and escalated to punches and confrontations in the garage with Keselowski Hamlin Kenseth and Stewart central to the fallout.
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Byrd Drives North Augusta Defense in 7-0 Run
Byrd praised for constant effort on both offense and defense as North Augusta, led by coach Thomas, boast a 7-0 record and allow an average of 12 points per game. Thomas emphasizes keeping Byrd fresh while leveraging his versatility to cover the field from sideline to sideline.
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Atablance Player of the Week Winners
Week by week a list of players honored as Atablance Player of the Week across multiple programs. Names include Blake Busby North Augusta Rascel Clem ons South Airica Dre Carr Midland Valley Tyree Stidem Strom Thurmond Marcell Wright Williston Elko Dalton Swires Fox Creek Xavier Leaphart Midland Valley Rashad Byrd North Augusta.
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Williston Elko
Dalton Swires
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Byrd Leads Home Team to Region Win Over Lexington
Byrd and teammates avenged last year's upset by defeating Lexington as they opened region play with a win. After a late 94 yard TD allowed last year, defense held this time and the team anticipates a homecoming clash with White Knoll, aiming to sustain momentum. Noah Felt reports for the Aiken Standard.
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Wise Dan Withdraws From Breeders Cup With Ankle Injury
Wise Dan will not run in the Breeders Cup Mile after a right front fetlock injury. Owner Morton Fink said swelling was found during a routine check ahead of a planned breeze, with X-rays confirming a fracture that cannot be surgically repaired. He will rest 30 days to see if healing occurs before any training decisions.
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Rain postpones Royals Orioles ALCS Game 3 in Kansas City
Rain and strong winds halted Game 3 of the AL Championship Series at Kauffman Stadium. The Royals led 2-0 in the series. Guthrie will start for Kansas City and Wei-Yin Chen for Baltimore, with game four possibilities hinging on rest and pitching options.
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Cardinals keep Molina active in NLCS keep
The St. Louis Cardinals plan to keep catcher Yadier Molina on the active roster despite a strained left oblique from Game 2. Molina flew for an MRI, met with doctors, and showed throwing ability, with Matheny cautious about starting him in Game 3 while maintaining three catchers on the roster.
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