Braves rally behind Chen in 4-2 win over Marlins
Braves rookie lefty Bruce Chen earned his first major league victory as Atlanta defeated Florida 4-2. Ryan Klesko drove in three runs including a homer. Dennis Martinez and Kerry-Ligtenberg finished the win with solid relief. Livan Hernandez took the loss after giving up four runs, three unearned, in eight innings.
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Australia dominates U S Open final reach as Rafter ousts Sampras
Patrick Rafter defeats Pete Sampras in a five set semifinal to reach the U S Open final where he will meet unseeded Mark Philippoussis who beat Carlos Moya. Rafter's 55 winners and 22 errors contrasted with Sampras 16 aces. Sampras limped with a left leg issue after a backhand volley.
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Davenport wins US Open despite humble start and doubt
In a sunlit final Davenport recalls driving hours to practice since age six and credits few longtime supporters. She defeats Hingis to become the first American born woman since 1982 to win the singles title, amid talks of legacy and personal goals beyond a Grand Slam victory.
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Burton holds off Gordon for Exide 400 win at Richmond
Jeff Burton edged Jeff Gordon by .051 seconds at Richmond International Raceway to win the Exide NASCAR Select Batteries 400. Burton led eight times for 208 laps, earned $108,495, and moved closer to the Winston Cup lead as Gordon sought a seventh win in eight races.
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