Golf Only Action At Track Monday
Indianapolis sport notes from the Speedway where drivers, mechanics and media enjoyed a golf day during a break from racing. Foyt, a three time winner, shot 76 on the course as Janet Guthrie and others attended. Guthrie may drive in Charlotte but opted not to qualify the backup car at Indy. Maria Andretti posted the fastest speed later, while Johnny Rutherford earned the pole on the front row with a 189.957 mph four lap average.
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Guthrie Moves On To World 600
Janet Guthrie, 38, plans to qualify for the World 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway next Sunday. She has a new car with Cale Yarborough's help, a backing offer from Linda Ferreri of First Union Bank, and will arrive Tuesday for practice. Guthrie, who failed to qualify for Indianapolis, said she is ready to face the emotional strain and may rely on relief driving if needed.
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Czech teen Smid routs Ramirez in Mission Open upset
In Rome, 19 year old Tomas Smid of Czechoslovakia stunned top seed Raul Ramirez of Mexico 6 3 6 4 to exit the Mission Open. Harold Solomon barely edged Betancour 7 5 7 5 in the other first round match as he survived a scare on the center court at Foro Italico.
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Over 3,000 fans pack Sun Valley Speedway for season opener
More than 3,000 fans fill Sum Valley Speedway for the first header of the year as races end with exciting finishes and multiple firsts. Eddie McFatt and son Bruce win heat races, Roger Burns takes a Figure Zeatere, and CORA midgets debut with Newt White Rockport clinching the feature. Rick Kinshaw wins the Figure a trophy dash, with several drivers claiming heat wins and semi features in a tripleheader, including veteran Bob Fields and Vic Hellis.
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Celtics face lineup stress as Cowens Scott hurt and ill
Boston Celtics fear impact of possible absence of center Dave Cowens and guard Charlie Scott after they reported for practice with ailments following Sundays opener against the Phoenix Suns. Cowens logged all 48 minutes and felt woozy while Scott complained of a stomach upset. Both were set for doctor checkups while Phoenix reported injuries to Denis Awkrey and Nate Hawthorne during a brief workout.
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NBA Lures CBS With New TV pact Amid ABA Hopes
The NBA signed a two year CBS deal with a two year option paying 42.0 million in the first decade and 2 in later years, boosting annual revenue about 20 percent over the prior three year contract. The agreement includes an expansion incentive, four new teams, and regionalized CBS coverage planned to mimic NFL broadcasts.
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Aeros In 2-0 Hole Pressed To Repeat
In Winnipeg the Houston Aeros trailed 2-0 in the best-of-seven final after a 4-2 loss to the Jets. Bobby Hull scored the winner in the final period as Winnipeg moved closer to the title. Marty Howe scored twice for Houston. Hedberg and Bergman contributed for Winnipeg with Bergman setting up the decisive goal.
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Reds Boss Sparky Anderson Sees Dodgers Build Lead
Cincinnati manager Sparky Anderson warned the team is far behind the Dodgers as the Reds sputter after a 4-3 road trip. He blames poor hitting and pitching including Dave Concepcion’s errors and Don Gullett’s form, saying the Reds must act to close the gap.
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Space House Women s Tourney Nears Final at South Side
The Third Annual Space House cleaning Women s Tournament at South Side Sports Complex advances to an all singles and doubles semifinals with Daniel and Frier beating Banker and Campbell in doubles 63 69 and Newberry and Robinson defeating Tierney and Sheldon 81 78. Edwards and Lebister beat Clemons and Pensec 81 61 while Leips and Lowry ousted Ault and Dolsca 60 60.
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