Rockets rout Celtics as Sampson ejected in Game 5
Houston defeats Boston 111-96 to stay alive in the NBA finals after Ralph Sampson was ejected for a second quarter brawl. Akeem Olajuwon led with 31 points 14 rebounds and eight blocks while Mitchell Wiggins Robert Reid and Rodney McCray added strong support. Celtics lead series 3-2 and can clinch at home in Game 6 or Game 7.
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Inkster leads LPGA event with 68 at Malvern
Juli Inkster shot a 4 under par 68 to take a two stroke first round lead at the LPGA McDonald's Championship at White Manor Country Club in Malvern Pennsylvania. She set 35 and 33 on windy 6313 yard par 72 course with five players two behind.
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Navratilova and Evert Lloyd Reach French Open Final
Martina Navratilova survived a second set surge by Helena Sukova 4-6 7-6 6-2 to reach the French Open final, facing Chris Evert Lloyd who defeated Hana Mandlikova 6-1 6-1. The women will meet in a rematch of last year’s final as the men’s semifinals also unfold.
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Sieckmann Ties Haas For Westchester Classic Lead
Tom Sieckmann shot 65 with a closing birdie to share first-round lead with Jay Haas at the Manufacturers Hanover Westchester Classic in Harrison New York. Bill Israelson stood two back at 67, while Haas fired nine birdies in a 66 and praised his rally after a mixed round.
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