Media selects Ali Athlete of the Decade in 1968 78 poll
Muhammad Ali, named Athlete of the Decade by a panel of sports writers and broadcasters, receives a special trophy at a New York dinner for the American Cancer Society. He plans one more fight before retirement, and will face Leon Spinks in New Orleans on September 15 to attempt a third heavyweight title.
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Vukovich to miss Indianapolis 500 after 11 seasons
Veteran driver Billy Vukovich says it feels strange not racing in the Indianapolis 500 this year after failing to qualify. He recalls his father’s two wins and an fatal 1955 bid, and hints at a new operation before aiming for the next championship race in Milwaukee on June 18.
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Vukovich Misses Race After Engine Failures At Indy
Vukovich, who began competitive racing in 1963, failed to qualify for the Indy 500 after engine failures in both his primary and backup cars. He managed a 185.797 mph first lap in the backup but trailed the field pace. Sunday he drove Bobby Jones’s car to 179 mph on the first lap and withdrew from the show.
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Walton Named NBA MVP For Trail Blazers In 1980
Walton won the NBA Most Valuable Player award with 96 votes to George Gervin's 802. Ramsay praised the players voting and noted Walton's impact, while Walton remained unavailable for comment. The Portland Trail Blazers finished 50-10 with him, then endured injuries in the playoffs before a first-round exit to Seattle.
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Hayes Blamed for Bullets Postseason Woes After Game One Loss
Washington’s Elvin Hayes scored 21 as Seattle rallied to a 106 102 victory in game one of the NBA finals. Hayes complained the team didn’t feed inside enough to him or Bobby Dandridge, while coach Motta warned against infighting and urged focus on offense.
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Dave Collins Strives To Forge True Identity In Reds Lineup
Cincinnati Reds outfielder and pinch hitter Dave Collins strives to separate his identity from basketball star Doug Collins. The speedy veteran, who has started for Cesar Geronimo and appeared in 27 of 41 games, highlights his baserunning and 9.6 second 100 yard dash. He recalls a winding path from Rapid City to Mesa to Seattle before joining Cincinnati in a trade for Shane Rawley.
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Pregnant Rebecca Indberg Eliminated in Atlanta Tennis Open
Rebecca Indberg, seven months pregnant, loses in the first round of the Atlanta City Open to Kathy McGee. Indberg credits opponent’s high ranking as the reason for defeat and expects to compete in consolation matches. McGee notes the match went well despite distractions.
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