Becker conquers U S Open in power driven finale
Boris Becker defeated Ivan Lendl in a four set final 7 6 1 6 6 3 7 6 to win the U S Open. Becker used a booming serve and powerful ground strokes to overcome humidity and fatigue in the season ending championship. Lendl acknowledged Becker's advantage as the ball left his racket.
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Worth Quoting Jerry Jones on business-like Cowboys leadership
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones voices insistence on business-like management and clear oversight. He stresses the need to know what is happening and to run operations with accountability.
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Top 25 college football poll reshuffles Notre Dame, Michigan lead
Notre Dame and Michigan hold the top two spots as Washington and Washington State crack the Top 25. Miami and Nebraska climb. Penn State drops out after a Virginia loss. UCLA falls from No. 6 after a Tennessee defeat. Florida State sinks to unranked.
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Becker Captures U S Open Title in Dramatic Final
Boris Becker defeated Ivan Lendl to win his first U S Open crown at Flushing Meadows. Becker survived a second round near elimination against Derrick Rostagno and edged Lendl in a tight match with two tiebreakers amid faster hardcourts.
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Tigers Dominate Seminoles In Key Clemson Victory
Clemson 34 Florida State 23 as Terry Allen rushes for 130 yards and three first half TDs to lead the No. 10 Tigers at Doak Campbell Stadium. Wayne Simmons returns a 73-yard pick six boosting a 21-0 lead as Levon Kirkland anchors the defense. Next, Clemson visits Virginia Tech after VT tied South Carolina 17-17.
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Pete Rose Becomes All-Time Hit Leader in 1985 Inning
Pete Rose collects his 4,192nd hit to surpass the all-time Major League record and claim the top spot in hits. The historic milestone cements Rose as baseball's career leader, marking a landmark moment in the sport.
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Virginia Tech and South Carolina Battle to a Tie
Virginia Tech and South Carolina fought to a 17 all tie as Sparky Woods praised tougher Hokies. Carolina led 14 0 in the first quarter before Tech rallied with 14 unanswered points in the second and a late Mackie field goal.
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