Toms downs Mickelson to win Compaq Classic in New Orleans
David Toms, a Louisiana native and LSU alumnus, roared to an 8-under 64 finishing 22-under 266 to win the Compaq Classic, earning $720,000 as Phil Mickelson faltered with a late triple bogey and a bogeyed 15th. Ernie Els and Harrison Frazar followed.
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Venus Williams captures Betty Barclay Cup in Germany
Venus Williams defeated Meghann Shaughnessy 6 3 6 0 to win the Betty Barclay Cup in Amberg Germany, her second consecutive title. The win comes as she eyes Martina Hingis for the No 1 ranking and the upcoming Open. Williams earned $90 000 for the victory and has over 7 million in career earnings.
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Fleisher wins Home Depot Invitational in windy finish
Bruce Fleisher tops Jim Colbert by three strokes at Piper Glen to claim his third straight Home Depot Invitational title. He shoots 4-under 68 for 201 total, a tournament record 15 under, as John Bland finishes second and Colbert slips with back-nine bogeys.
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Joe Inman
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St James retires on eve of Indy trials
Lyn St. James, 54, announced retirement from active Indy racing before practice for the May 27 Indianapolis 500. She will pursue other racing avenues, a book, and driver safety work, while remaining involved in the sport. Greg Ray led practice at 224.301 mph, with other top speeds by Cheever, Lazier, Goodyear, de Ferran, and Castroneves. St. James was the first woman to run a 200 mph closed course lap and to win an IMSA GTO race.
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Raptors Rally Leads Sixers By Narrow Margin
Toronto controlled the game early with a 21-17 first quarter and built a 12 point lead late in the third. Carter and Williams keyed the offense as Philadelphia fought back with Iverson and McKie, but Toronto held on with a late rally to win 94-90 after clutch plays and key rebounds.
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