Queensland wins under-14 softball final in 9th inning
In a tense Prince Henry Oval match, Queensland edged Victoria 6-4 after extra innings to clinch the under-14 softball title. Karen Allen homered for Queensland, Deborsh Pakon sparked Lynn Hall's two-base hit, and Julie Crum sealed the victory in the 9th.
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Mrs King Tops Melville For British Motors Tennis Title
Billie Jean King, top seed from the United States, defeated Kerry Melville in straight sets to win the British Motors Tennis Tournament singles title. Melville, seeded sixth, had upset third seed Francois Dorr and Mrs Dalton Lassear to reach the final. King prevailed 7-5 in the second set amid a tight match.
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Graham Hill signs with Brakham racing team
Former world champion Graham Hill has joined the Brakham racing team. The move broadens Hill racing career as he takes on a new challenge with the team, signaling a fresh phase after prior championships.
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Boy smashes world mark at ACT interclub meet
At Ainslie Oval on Saturday John Foulkes 2-year-old from South Canberra Club launched a put of 48ft 4in, beating the 1970 world best and setting an ACT record after a string of fouls. Pat Connell became the first ACT woman over 40ft with 40ft 1in, rising to NSW’s top shot putter and earning Perth Australian championship qualification.
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Canberra track meets showcase record pace and grit
The Canberra City Harriers dominated the weekend meets with Cathy Morrison of Canberra City Harriers clocking a season best in the women’s 400m and Mike Wilson and Trevor Lawrence contesting a tight men’s 400m. Hobson, Stok, and Ducas battled in a close relay style 400m, while Peter McCullagh secured the 400m walk title. Olav Kaivukaupas claimed a double in senior throws and Phillip O'Hara of Deakin posted a blanket finish in 1 46.20. Ken Lovraway and Watson leaped in the triple jump, as Vichy’s team edged NSW with Queensland third.
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Wales Defeat England In Twickenham Thriller
Wales, the reigning rugby champions, beat England 12 3 at Twickenham. Dawid Duckham starred in defense as Wales built on early pressure with two penalties and a late try by John Williams Faglund. Scotland opened their Five Nations with a 20 9 win over France, leading 10 0 at halftime and sealing victory with two tries a dropped goal and a penalty.
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Cardiff City shocks Sheffield United in FA Cup third round
Cardiff City, a struggling second division side, upset Sheffield United 3-1 away to reach the fourth round. Arsenal and Leeds United advanced easily, Leeds routing Bristol Rovers 4-0 while Arsenal beat Doncaster Town 2-0. Manchester City drew 1-1 with Middlesbrough as Blyth Spartans kept amateur hopes alive with a 2-2 draw against Readings.
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Australian girls defeat New Zealand in third softball Test
The Australian women's softball team beat New Zealand 3-2 to complete a clean sweep of the three-match series. NZ trailed 0-3 at the sixth inning but mounted a brief challenge before fading.
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Eddie Charlton Loses World Snooker Semi Final
Eddie Charlton of Australia lost the world professional snooker championship semi final to Britain's John Spencer in Bolton. Spencer led 32 17 after 74 frames, with Charlton briefly leading early frames before fading. The result sets Spencer to meet Ireland's Alex Higgins in the final in Birmingham February 21 to 26.
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First judo course for beginners starts Saturday
The 1972 beginners judo course begins next Saturday at the Police Citizens' Youth Club Turner for men and women over 16. It lasts several weeks and covers fundamentals of breaking, standing technique, throws and groundwork under brown belts Damian Bourne and Bruce Vincent. Participants will be tested for Suh Ryu yellow belts to join advanced sessions.
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Britain race meet attendances rise in 1971 season
Increase in racing crowds across Britain last year pushed total attendance for flat and jumping meetings to 4,270,495. The figure marked a rise of 167,476 from 1970, indicating growing public interest in national racing events.
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Bid Refusal Highlights Peon Forge Mill Sale Offer
Show jumping trainer Frederick Hartill refused up to 45 000 pounds from foreign bidders for Peon ch Forge Mill a horse he bought for 130 pounds and saved from slaughter four years ago, underscoring a stallion’s value and emotional stake in the rescue.
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Legal threat forces ITF to relax US court ban
The International Tennis Federation faces a legal threat and relents on its ban, allowing use of courts in the United States for World Championship Tennis events.
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Frazier Stops Daniels To Retain World Title
Joe Frazier knocks down Terry Daniels five times and wins when the fight is halted in the fourth round in New Orleans. Frazier, returning to action since defeating Muhammad Ali, overpowers Daniels with a left hook and right, sending Daniels through the lower rope strand before stoppage at 1 minute 47 seconds of the round.
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Frazier Stops Daniels in Heaviest Career Bout
Heavyweight champion Joe Frazier, weighing 2144 lb for his career, defeated challenger Ken Daniels with a first round knockdown and two more in the third. Frazier, defending his world title for the third time, improves to 24 knockouts. Daniels, also with 24 knockouts, slips after the ten month layoff. Daniels plans to return to school as he reflects on the brutal contest and Frazier’s relentless pressure.
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Adaminaby meet hit by bad track and few starters
Poor fields and foul weather marred the Adaminaby Jockey Club meeting with many trainers scratching. In the Maiden Handicap Star Orbit rider K Sweeney fell after the first race but escaped injury. Star Orbit finished third as Skipabend won the main Adaminaby Cup nine furlongs with Scotch Tom the 2-1 favorite.
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Irish jockey Faidy Harty quits racing after arm nerve injury
Leading national hunt jockey Irishman Faidy Harty who won the Grand National Steeplechase on Highland Wedding has quit race riding due to a badly damaged nerve in his right arm.
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Women riders set for 12 races on British tracks this year
The Times reports 12 races for women jockeys across British courses this year, a six percent increase from the Jockey Club forecast. The season begins with a Kempton Park event in Middlesex on May 6.
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Munich Olympic tickets sell slowly despite seven months to go
Munich organizers report a mountain of unsold tickets and unbooked beds as the Games approach. Only about 60 percent of 4.5 million tickets worldwide have been sold and confirmed bookings total about 60,000 of 138,000 beds in Bavarian accommodations. Many events may draw half-filled stadiums, yet officials note some beds remain reserved while others are cut from the hold list.
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Gary Player captures Western Province Open title in Cape Town
South Africa’s Gary Player won the £6000 Western Province Open in Cape Town by four strokes. The event highlighted by Player’s triumph adds to his international golf accolades as the field contested the event Sunday local time.
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Global soccer players number near sixteen million
Zurich report says about 16 million soccer players are active in nearly 30 000 clubs worldwide. Leeds note reports Barrow Rugby League forward Frank Foster will sign for Oldham per the Press Association.
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