Nicklaus Keeps British Open Hopes With Birdie Burst
Jack Nicklaus fired a two under par 70 in round two at Royal Birkdale to reach 144 midway, five behind leaders as he capitalized on three of four par five holes. He battled putter woes, posting two bogeys and several near-misses on the parched course.
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Morgan, Bench Lead NL Stars in All Star lineup
Joe Morgan headlines the National League starting lineup for the 47th All Star Game in Philadelphia next Tuesday night. Morgan, the prior season MVP and top vote-getter, is at second base with Pete Rose, Dave Concepcion, Johnny Bench, George Foster, Steve Garvey, Greg Luzinski, and Dave Kingman completing a star laden NL group. Bench to catch, Rose in the outfield, and Concepcion edging Bowa for shortstop. Sparky Anderson will manage the NL team with a nine man pitching staff including Jones, Seaver, Matlack, Rhoden, Fryman, Montefusco, Forsch, Messersmith briefly replaced by Ruthven.
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Swiacki Ex Giants Star Dies at 53 in Massachusetts
Former professional football player and coach William Swiacki 53 was found dead at his Sturbridge home. He starred at Holy Cross and Columbia, helping end Army’s 1947 undefeated run with eight receptions. He later coached with the Giants Rams and Argonauts before moving into real estate and insurance. survived by wife Charlotte and two children.
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Canada stands firm on Taiwanese athletes at Montreal Games
In Montreal, Canada refuses entry to Republic of China athletes if they compete under that nation’s flag. IOC chief Killanin seeks a solution as protests mount and talks with Canada, COA, and Maceachen continue. The plan allows ROC athletes to enter if they compete as Taiwan without their flag.
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Rankin on pace for landmark money in Open chase
Judy Rankin, amid a career year for a woman pro, nears $100,000 in 1976 earnings and seeks a top finish at the U.S. Women's Open to become the first woman to reach the six-figure prize. She downplays surprise at her success while contending with questions about the milestone. Rankin has already won 13 tournaments in six years and leads the money list, with JoAnne Carner, Sandra Palmer and Jane Blalock among contenders in a field of 151.
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Saratoga Entries July 8 1976 Pace and Trot Cards
Racing card from Saratoga listing Thursday entries for multiple trots and paces with names such as Moreh Sighing Flash Quiet Morning Proud Wit and Last Sheraton across divisions. Includes horses like Tar Boys Kate Tiki Ri and Lay Toronto, with purses noted as 1000 1300 5000 and 1450, indicating a busy meet with numerous contenders.
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Saratoga Harness Results From July 7 1976
Wednesday card at Saratoga shows multiple races with payouts. Winners include Milfords Jean and Gay Lizzie, with second and fourth place finishers noted and times around 2 06 to 2 07 in pace events. Grand Paloma and Country Fred also place among the field in mile and trot races with various payoffs recorded.
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Brett Brothers Spotlight Steals the Baseball Show
George Brett, a 23 year old Royals star, draws attention as he contends for the AL batting title while his brother Ken Brett, a pitcher, recalls past trades and advice. The piece highlights Brett’s left handed warmups, his high average near .350, and Whitey Herzog praising him as the league's best ballplayer. It notes Ken's own brief major league impact and family ties shaping their careers.
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