Roddick clinches US Davis Cup win over France in quarters
Andy Roddick dominated with a 6 2 6 3 6 2 victory over Paul-Henri Mathieu to seal a 3 1 lead for the United States and reach the Davis Cup semifinal against Spain. He improved to 10 0 in clinching matches and extended his perfect serve in decisive moments. Maria Sharapova won the Bausch & Lomb Championship at Amelia Island defeating Dominika Cibulkova 7 6 7 38 6 3 to claim her third 2008 title.
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Kernel Ryan Brasier Signs as Rookie Pitcher Draft Pick
Pitcher Ryan Brasier age 20 from Wichita Falls Texas joins team as sixth round pick. Right-hander played last season at Weatherford Community College and bullpened 26 games for Orem Rookie level, 1-2 with 2.08 ERA nine saves. Opponents hit .212, he struck out 26 in 30 1/3 innings.
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Immelman Wins Masters in Windy Augusta Debut
Trevor Immelman, recovering from a diaphragm tumor, wins the Masters at Augusta National, becoming the first South African in 30 years to wear the green jacket. He edges Tiger Woods by three strokes after a 3-over 75 final round, finishing 8-under 280. Woods’s bid for a calendar Grand Slam ends with a runner-up finish as Immelman handles Amen Corner and the wind.
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Immelman Captures 2008 PGA Championship Title
Trevor Immelman wins the 2008 PGA Championship after beating Tiger Woods with a final putt. His family waits behind the green as medical scare earlier in the year is recalled. Teammate and mentor Nicklaus praises his comeback from diaphragm tumor surgery.
Johnsons tough Sunday at Augusta ends sweetly
Zach Johnson walked onto the 18th at Augusta National to a standing ovation as he finished a final round of 77. The Masters winner from last year received warm praise from Augusta National members and fans for his performance and status.
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Brossman’s hot bat boosts Kernels in win over Lansing
Cedar Rapids Kernels third baseman Jay Brossman sparked a 9-5 Sunday afternoon victory at Memorial Stadium. The 23-year-old, drafted in the 36th round, radiates gratitude for the chance to play, shrugging off doubts about his prospect status as he contributes in the Midwest League.
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