USAC Rules Unser Won Indy After Appeal Over Penalty
USAC reversed the May Indianapolis 500 result, declaring Bobby Unser the winner over Mario Andretti after panel findings. The panel ruled a one lap penalty was improperly assessed during the race, though Unser must pay a $40,000 fine for leaving the pits with eight cars ahead on lap 150.
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Bluefield and Beckley Meet in Key WV Grid Showdown
Bluefield Beavers, riding a 124 victory over Mount View, host Beckley Flyin Eagles at Mitchell Stadium at 8:00. Beckley, 4-1 after a Charleston loss, sees its state ranking drop as Bluefield aims to clinch a late-season win and solidify playoff hopes.
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Key SWD grid clash as Tazewell hosts Gate City
In 1972 Southwest District football action, Tazewell Bulldogs, led by Nick Colabro, chase post-season glory at Gate City while Grundy visits Abingdon. Gate City and Tazewell hinge on this result for playoff hopes. others like Richlands, Marion, and Graham also set to play.
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Yanks edge Brewers 3 0 as Piniella hits fourth inning homer
New York defeats Milwaukee 3 0 to take a 2 0 lead in the AL East division series. Lou Piniella launched a solo homer in the fourth off Mike Caldwell and Reggie Jackson added a two run shot in the ninth. Dave Righetti earned the win with ten strikeouts through six innings. Rich Gossage closed after bases loaded threat in seventh.
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Cox Fired By Atlanta Braves After 1981 Season
Atlanta owner Ted Turner announced Bobby Cox was fired as Braves manager after a 266-323 record over four seasons. The club began a search for a successor, with Dick Williams among the initial discussions. Turner noted no rush, and Niekro was questioned about the job, though nothing definite was disclosed.
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Expos Take 3-1 Win Over Phillies For 2-0 NL East Lead
Gary Carter's two run homer in the third propelled Montreal to a 3-1 victory over Philadelphia, giving the Expos a 2-0 series lead. Bill Gullickson pitched seven strong innings with Jeff Reardon finishing, as Lonnie Smith and Pete Rose sparked a late Phillies rally that fell short.
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Clarkson Gets Hole In One
Clarkson, a Graham High School junior, scored a hole in one at Fincastle Country Club on Thursday afternoon using a six iron on the 10th hole. Quent Baria and Steve were among players in Clarkson's group as the round unfolded amid cool evening conditions.
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