Felix, Felix makes Olympic bid in 200m heat in Eugene
Alyson Felix coasted to a 22.68 second 200 meter preliminary win advancing toward Beijing. Teammates Muna Lee Lauryn Williams Marshevet Hooker Carmelita Jeter also progressed as Tyson Gay won the 200. Breaux Greer failed to reach jav finals amid injury.
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Xavier Saints begin state tourney quest in softball
No. 8 Cedar Rapids Xavier hosts Marion in a 3A regional quarterfinal at Bob Brusha Field to start a bid for another state tournament run. Xavier, 28-12, fields a younger roster after replacing seven seniors as Kim Knapp leads Marion’s squad in their first-year under Knapp. Regional action also features West Delaware seeking a repeat 3A title and No. 1 Clear Creek Amana hosting regionals in 7.
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Spitz Passes Torch as Phelps Wins Shinny Olympic Relay
Michael Phelps wins the 100 butterfly semifinal and the 200 backstroke is topped by Aaron Peirsol in a photo finish. Rebecca Soni and Amanda Beard highlight the U S team with medals as Torres contemplates her fifth Games while Tossa watches in the stands.
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Federer and Nadal Set for Wimbledon Final Rematch
Wimbledon fans anticipate a Federer Nadal final with No. 1 Roger Federer facing No. 2 Rafael Nadal. Federer eyes six straight Wimbledon titles and 13 Grand Slams, while Nadal aims to win French Open and Wimbledon back to back and improve his head to head on grass. Tim Henman and John McEnroe note the high stakes and expected drama.
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Federer Faces Uphill Battle in Wimbledon Final Run
NBC coverage via KWWL flags morning women final and Sunday men final at 8 am. Federer clings to rank No.1 for 231 weeks despite a lean season, overcoming Safin in straight sets and entering final with pressure to defend his crown as Nadal rises on grass.
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