Sparks Hold Off Comets On Early Run to Win 69 59
Los Angeles Sparks defeated Houston 69 59 despite a late push by the Comets. Tamika Whitmore led LA with 20 points, Chamique Holdsclaw added 15, while Sheryl Swoopes scored 17 for Houston as fouls and a heated moment between Swoopes and Lisa Leslie sparked a tense finish.
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van Chancellor
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Creamer seals Evian Masters win over Wie Ochoa
Paula Creamer captured her second LPGA title at Evian Masters in France finishing 15 under par at 273 after a 1 under 71. Teen rival Michelle Wie tied for second with Lorena Ochoa at eight behind, while Annika Sorenstam finished 12 back. Kane fourth in the 78-woman field.
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Armstrong seals lead as Tour winds toward Paris
Lance Armstrong wins a decisive time trial in 1 hour 11 minutes 46 seconds at 46.4 kph, extending his overall lead to 4:40 over Marco Basso. Ullrich climbs to third after a strong ride. Rasmussen crashes and falls to seventh. Armstrong's children watch as he dons his 82nd race leader's yellow jersey.
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Sand Gnats inch in division race as August road stretch looms
Savannah sits third, a half game behind Charleston and three behind Kannapolis as it winds down the season. Coach Cox notes a heavy road slate in August will test the team, while the pitcher emphasizes adjustment to higher hitting levels and aims for a big league camp try in 2007-2008.
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Crane Leads Wire to Wire at US Bank Championship
Ben Crane fired a 6 under 64 to claim a 19 under 191 total and the 54 hole lead in Milwaukee as wild weather halted play. Scott Verplank trailed by two while Chris Smith and Kenny Perry sat five back. Crane seeks the first wire to wire Milwaukee winner since 1991.
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Astros Rally Ends 21-Inning Scoreless Streak
Preston Wilson drew a bases loaded walk, Baerga delivered with a two RBI single, and Brian Schneider added an RBI as the Nationals beat back Houston. Berkman hit a ninth homer off Backe, who faltered in spots while Armas and Biggio stood out for Houston before Garner was ejected for arguing calls.
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