Chase for Championship Heat Rises as Richmond Qualifying Unfolds
Denny Hamlin secured the pole as Tony Stewart failed backup car inspection, with Mark Martin and Jeff Burton among Chase contenders. Kahne remains the only driver mathematically eligible, needing a flawless run to crack the top ten while others’ positions stay fluid.
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Ex Georgia coach dies after car wreck in Statesboro
Russell, 80, former Georgia and Georgia Southern coach who built a college power house, died Friday after a vehicle hit a pole near his home. Officials say death not from injuries. speculation centers on a possible stroke. Store video showed him leaving the shop in good spirits moments earlier.
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Eagles' Ryan Hopes to Start Against Tigers
Clemson hosts a hopeful return for quarterback Ryan as he works through an ankle sprain from the CMU game. He delivered 323 yards and three touchdowns in a 31-24 win, earning ACC co offensive player of the week honors, with teammates praising his toughness and readiness to play.
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Spurrier eyes upset of Georgia in SEC opener at Williams-Brice
USC coach Spurrier expects Georgia to challenge the Gamecocks as South Carolina aims to repeat defense shown in a 15-0 win over Mississippi State. He praises Georgia's hard work, coaching, and physical play while noting Georgia used multiple quarterbacks and backs. Richt reports Mikey Henderson out with an injury.
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Sharapova Seeks Final After Dominant Semifinal Win
Maria Sharapova, seeded third, overwhelmed Amelie Mauresmo 6 0 4 6 0 in a Grand Slam semifinal to reach the U S Open final against Justine Henin Hardenne. Henin Hardenne rallied to defeat Jelena Jankovic 4 6 6 4 6 0 for a place in the final. Federer and Davydenko headline men s semifinals with Roddick and Youzhny also in action. Oberholser joins the Canadian Open lead pack as Wie struggles at the European Masters.
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