Billy Martin faces critic after VIP remarks and Steinbrenner rumors
The reader argues Billy Martin lied to Iowa reporters about being named Yankee manager, noting media spread of a Monday press conference in New York. Martin denies knowledge, citing a 1980 Yankees coaching contract and a recent Columbus meeting with Steinbrenner. Hale Irwin wins U.S. Open wearing braces.
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Aquacade Dominates Pan American Games Evening
The U S swimming and diving team won five gold medals led by Jesse Vasallo in the 200 meter individual medley. Cynthia Woodhead Linda Jezek and Barbara Weinstein also topped podiums as the U S continued a medal streak despite Canada ending a long gold run in the women's 200 meter breaststroke.
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Navratilova Wins Wimbledon, Faces No 1 Doubts Amid Victory
Martina Navratilova defeats Chris Evert Lloyd 6-4 6-4 to claim her Wimbledon title for the second year in a row. She questions lingering world No 1 prospects while planning a doubles final with Billie Jean King.
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Giants rally to 11-7 win over Wisconsin Rapids
Cedar Rapids Giants surge to 11-7 at Memorial Stadium boosting their second-half mark to 13-2. Two players Szymarek and Plinski hit two two-run homers each giving the club a rare three homer effort in a high scoring game.
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Nelson shares Western Open lead with Devlin
Larry Nelson and Bruce Devlin top the Western Open at Butler National after a 4 under total 140 two rounds. Nelson, 31, boosted by Memphis Open heartbreak, posted a 69 and leads by one over amateur Bob Clampett while Mick Soli and Tom Jenkins are two strokes back.
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