Darlington Boss Denies Loss of TranSouth 400
Darlington Raceway president Jim Hunter dismissed a Charlotte Observer report that the spring TranSouth 400 would be dropped in 2000. He said his sources dispute any plan to lose the March race, noting Darlington’s history and recent capacity improvements.
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Martin Qualifies for U S Open in Cincinnati Playoff
Casey Martin earned the final U S Open qualifying spot in a playoff in Cincinnati after a late double bogey risk, then birdied the second extra hole. He will play at The Olympic Club and, as the first carted competitor, embodies perseverance amid legal battles with the PGA Tour.
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Becker bows out of Wimbledon by first-round loss
Becker, 58th ranked, says Wimbledon would add pressure after losing 6-3 5-7 7-6 to Hendrik Dreekmann in Halle. The German, who may retire, fought off five match points and dropped the final in a tense tiebreak as fans packed the grass-court tuneup.
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Philippoussis and Martin upset in first round at Queen’s
Mark Philippoussis, once seen as a Wimbledon hopeful, lost to Jordi Burillo 7-6 7-5 in the opening round of Queen’s Club. Todd Martin fell 6-4 6-2 to Ivo Heuberger as other seeds advanced. Philippoussis hinted he may skip Wimbledon citing a lack of form and motivation.
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