Mexican Ace Damps Tanner Ramirez in U S Cup Match
Mexican ace Ramirez defeated Tanner 7 5 7 6 4 6 2, clinching the Davis Cup tie for Mexico in Palm Springs. Ramirez, from Ensenada, had earlier beaten Stan Smith and partnered in doubles as the U S squad faced defeat, prompting talk of coaching changes and Davis Cup future.
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Academic All American honor for Bobby Elliott
Iowa senior Bobby Elliott named to the Academic All American second team as a defensive back, after a resilient career including a medical redshirt in 1973 and a broken thumb in 1972. The piece also covers Cardinal outfield greatness and familiar sports ruminations from Gus Brandi and broadcaster Joe Garagiola.
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Iowa Hawkeyes Aim for Upset at Purdue in Hoosier Clash
The Iowa lineup faces Purdue with Haberecht scoring 24 points in a recent game and 7.2 points per year. forward Mayes anchors the frontcourt while King and Parker provide depth. Purdue hosts in a late season bid with hopes for post season path hinging on strong performances from the Hawkeyes.
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Porsche Wins Daytona 24 Hours In Repeat Triumph
Peter Grego and Hiez Haywood defended their Daytona 24 hour crown in a repeat victory for Jacksonville duo. Michael Keyser, second, aims to switch teams while noting fierce rivalry. The winning Porsche Carrera duo led Keyser and Andra Contreras by 57 miles as BMWs and a Corvette faltered mid race.
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Foreman alleges drugging in Ali fight in Zaire
Former heavyweight champion George Foreman told ABC-TV sportscaster Cosell he believes his October 2 1974 bout with Muhammad Ali should have been canceled and that he may have been drugged before the fight in Zaire. He described unexplained weakness days earlier and said he could not detail the charges. Foreman said he plans future fights, aiming to meet Ali again.
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Connors Beats Laver In Four Sets For Big payday
Rod Laver praises Connors after a 64 6-2 6 7-5 win in Las Vegas as Connors eyes rematch and possible clashes with Newcombe. Connors defends his image amid on court antics and a national TV audience watches the match closely.
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Connors Wins $100,000 Showdown With Laver In Las Vegas
Jimmy Connors outplayed Rod Laver in a four set match to claim a $100,000 winner take all prize in Las Vegas. About 800 spectators paid BL75,000 for seats in a special tennis pavilion as Connors earned the largest single-match payout in history and a new car. Laver received $60,000 as consolation. Laver started slowly, while Connors attacked with power and accuracy, breaking serve in crucial games. The crowd roared as both veterans battled, with Connors regaining control late in the fourth set before securing the win. Two Hall of Fame observers predicted a Laver rematch should both players be at their best.
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