Borg Says No Regrets About Retirement From Tennis
Bjorn Borg, 26, who retired after a storied career, says he has no regrets and will not return to tennis. He plans to pursue promotion and television work in Monte Carlo while enjoying a calmer life with wife Mariana. He cites love of the sport and desire for purpose each day.
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Walker tops Wranglers in USFL showdown
Herschel Walker ran 33 times for 177 yards and three touchdowns as the New Jersey Generals beat the Arizona Wranglers 35-21 at Sun Devil Stadium. Allen Harvin led Philadelphia with 119 yards and two scores in a 28- to 13 victory over Washington. Vince Abbott booted a 19-yard field goal for Los Angeles late to edge Oakland . John Barnett fueled the Express drive with 40 rushing yards.
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Ricky Ellis
Arthur Whittington
Invaders
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Wilander rises from Borg shadow to Monte Carlo title
Mats Wilander of Sweden defeated Mel Purcell 6 1 6 2 6 3 to win the Monte Carlo Open, earning $300000 and claiming status as the world’s best clay court player. Borg’s retirement looms over his ascent as the press mirrors comparisons.
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Iowa bids format meet as NCAA wrestling host
Gary Kurdelmeier of the University of Iowa reports a strong bid effort from Iowa for the 1985 NCAA Wrestling Championships after presenting at the NCAA meeting in South Padre Island. Other bids include Iowa State University, Spectrum Philadelphia, Myriad Oklahoma City, Meadowlands New Jersey, and New York City. The decision is not expected until late spring or summer.
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Raveling Emerges as Top Iowa Basketball Coaching Candidate
Iowa’s coaching search centers on Rick Raveling as a leading contender to replace Lute Olson who left for Arizona. ESPN cites informed sources noting Raveling's strong college background, Olympic assistant appointment, and prior success at Washington State and Villanova.
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USC Presses Past Louisiana Tech For NCAA Title
Southern California used a rare press to shift tempo and topple two time defending champion Louisiana Tech 69 67 in Norfolk to win the NCAA women's title. Freshman Cheryl Miller scored 27 as Tech was held to 3 in the second half. Janice Lawrence led Tech with 20.
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Houston overwhelms Louisville with dunking and shot blocking
Houston showcases a spectacular second half led by Abdul Olajuwon Clyde Drexler Larry Micheaux and Michael Young as Benny Anders also contributes. The Cougars record 180 dunks and 257 blocks this season highlighted by 14 dunks and 10 blocks against Louisville in a display likened to NC State 1974.
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N.C. State
West wins All American game as Walker leads West
Arkansas' Darrell Walker scores 17 points and sparks a second half rally to power the West to a 99-94 victory over the East in Albuquerque. Iowa's Bob Hansen adds five points for the West, going 5 of 8 at the line after a scoreless start.
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Spencer wins French Grand Prix 500cc as Frutschi dies
American Freddie Spencer won the 500 cc race in Le Mans while defending champion Michel Frutschi of Switzerland died after his Honda crashed on the 10th lap of the 29 lap event. Frutschi, who won the 1981 French Grand Prix, died at a local hospital an hour after the crash.
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