Sapp and Brooks Bond Shaped Bucs Top Defense
Warren Sapp and Derrick Brooks, star defenders for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, are a loud and quiet duo whose contrasting styles pair to form the league's top defense. Once roommates and longtime friends, they credit mutual respect and discipline for their success and leadership.
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Gruden Returns to Face Raiders in High Stakes Showdown
Gruden leads the Buccaneers against his former Raiders team amid talk of freedom and control. Davis reportedly balked at Gruden’s requests for extension and personnel autonomy, while Madden notes the coach sought a larger role. Jerry Rice compares Gruden to Bill Walsh as life mirrors choices.
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Williams Clijsters Cruise to Australian Open Semifinals
Serena Williams advanced to the Australian Open semifinals with a 6 2 6 2 win over Meghann Shaughnessy, while Kim Clijsters beat Anastasia Myskina 6 2 6 4. Venus Williams set to face Justine Henin Hardenne as Andre Agassi powered to his own semis with a 6 3 6 2 6 2 victory.
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NASCAR Eyes New Tracks for 2004 Schedule
NASCAR announced a potential realignment that could move Winston Cup races to new regions in 2004. The plan threatens traditional venues like North Carolina Speedway in Rockingham and Darlington Raceway in South Carolina as the circuit seeks 38 race weekends with no room to expand at current sites.
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NASCAR weighs schedule realignment to boost demand
NASCAR officials discuss shifting races among ISC and SMI tracks to improve demand, upgrade venues, and reduce congestion. Bruton Smith disputes promises of a second Texas date while debates over moving Atlanta Charlotte or Texas races continue.
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