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Newspaper
Anderson Herald
Location
Anderson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1973
Page
8
Billie Jean King arrived from Japan and announced a 10000 dollar winner take all match against Bobby Riggs. King said she would prove to fans and women’s tennis by taking Riggs’ challenge after a televised mismatch she deemed unfair. The Hilton Head Racket Club would back 5000 dollars as would King herself, with the contest to be staged in coming months.
Bobby Riggs says Margaret Court should face a rematch if Billie Jean King posts a $50,000 challenge. Riggs, after a 6 2 6 1 win over Court, claims senior players deserve chances and questions women’s tennis depth. Barnett touts a Madison Square Garden doubles match deal.
Ketchel holds the title and weighs far less than rival Jack Johnson by about forty pounds. The bout unfolds under intense California heat with Johnson scoring a flash knockdown in the second round. Ketchel, a feared puncher, fights to reclaim the crown as Johnson dominates, nearly knocking Ketchel out.
Weiskopf earns a one shot victory as Bruce Crampton cards two double bogeys on the final hole to finish strong. Crampton solidifies his lead over Jack Nicklaus in earnings, while Lee Trevino remains third with 126,298. The list also shows Bob Dickson and Homero Blancas among top money-makers as the season tightens.
B Unser aims for 200 mph at a rain shortened speed event. New Zealander now in California pushed a 187.1 mph run in Gurney’s Eagle while 18th starter Jerry Grant posted 185.6 mph in another car. Exhibition laps filled the day with practice and early results show Unser’s pole attempt falling short of 200 mph amid engine troubles and fast laps by Fort Worth and McMinnville crews.
Cincinnati AP reports swimmer Donna deVerona fears unresolved AAU NCAA conflicts could hinder U S Olympic team. She notes prospects for 1976 remain uncertain while Senate probes seek to reform Olympic structure and ensure athletes access to development programs amid ongoing disputes. Also coverage of golf pro Cramp ton and tour earnings notes a dramatic finish and post round reflections.
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