Okker defeats Smith in rain delayed French Open clash
Tom Okker of the Netherlands ousted top seed Stan Smith of Pasadena in a five set rain plagued match to reach the quarter finals at Roland Garros. Chris Evert advanced to the women's semifinals by defeating Helga Masthoff 6 3 6 3.
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Ali to Fight Dutchman In Indochina
Former heavyweight champion Muhammed Ali announced a 10 round bout with Dutch titlist Rudi Lubbers on October 12 in Jakarta Indonesia as part of his Southeast Asia tour from September 27 to early October The tour may include Hong Kong Singapore and possibly Australia with a Muslim conversion ceremony planned in Indonesia and Ali citing his faith as a reason for his reception abroad.
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Petty Seeks First Mason-Dixon 500 Win Amid Finishing Slump
Dover report notes Richard Petty, dominant in Grand National with 151 wins, struggles to finish races this season. He recalls oil spill crash in Charlotte as example of misfortune and expects to rebound at Dover Downs on Sunday.
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Tidewater and Charleston Lead Tight Standings
In Friday results Boraur Club scores show Charleston 7 Toledo 6 and Rochester 7 Pawtucket 5 while Tidewater 6 Richmond 4 and 1st Tidewater 2 Richmond 0. Thursday action had Charleston 8 Toledo 7 and Tidewater 5 Richmond 1 with Rochester 12 Pawtucket 4 and Syracuse 5 Peninsula 6.
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Secretariat Pleases Laurin With Fast Belmont Workout
Meadow Stable ace Secretariat sped 1 mile in 1 34 5 beating the trainer and jockey’s pace plan. Laurin said he will “play it by ear” on further Belmont prep as key rivals emerge for the June 9 race at Belmont Park.
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White Pipe Costs Pava Lead in Elks Golf Event
Frank Pava of Charleston led the National Elks Golf Tournament after a second round 77 tied to a 149 total, after misplaying a construction pipe mistaken for an out-of-bounds stake. Red Smith led with 148, Kenny Bowen stood third at 150, and Dr. Jack Shamblin added a 68 for 151.
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Little Stevie Becomes Big Steve The Pro
Parsons, 21 and married, lands a teaching pro job with Tennis Inc after a storied junior career. He recalls state titles, top national rankings, and a shift away from touring to coaching, noting sun, stamina, and burnout as he eyes a future in teaching and local tournaments.
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