Borg storms Wimbledon as teenage icon dominates Center Court
Swedish teen Bjorn Borg rides a surge in fame at Wimbledon as fans, stewards, and officials clamp down on his pop star like following. Borg, fresh from French and Italian Open titles and seeded fifth, defeats Graham Stilwell in straight sets amid growing superstardom and crowd frenzy.
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Borg laughs off fans as he leaves London hotel
In a brief exchange with reporters Bjorn Borg dismissed the notion that aggressive fans could trap him in his London hotel. Asked about his future appeal he replied with a laugh and said he hasn’t lost his sex appeal.
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Who Will Defend Wimbledon Crown This Year
The story reports on defending champions in Wimbledon play with Jan Endes Start Smith and John Newcombe both asserting they are defending champs. Newcombe, the 1970 71 winner, arrives with a wood racquet and wins his opener. Smith, a prior victor, also advances, while other seeds face fatigue and tight matches as the tournament begins.
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A's Offer TV Night Deal for Fans at Collaeunt
The Oakland A's announce a special offer for tonight's game at the Coliseum. Fans with admission gain free entry to the next televised home game on July 25 against the Minnesota Twins, despite the game airing on KPIX.
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Rest of the Rebels Wrestlers Shine at Junior Nationals
Five Rebel Wrestling Club members paraded strong results from the recent Junior National Tournament. In front, Steve Pacheco took fifth at 50 pounds while Tyler Darland placed third at 74 pounds. Back row includes Tom Anaya second at 60 pounds, Kyle Troche fourth at 80 pounds, and Price Troche fourth at 90 pounds.
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Rhodes slam fuels Interfaith League softball win
In Hayward last night First Presbyterian defeated First American Baptist 16-12 as Rhodes slugged a grand slam in the first inning. Dennis Bragonier and Dick Weller had three hits for the winners, while Dean Richardson homered for the losers. Leroy Valencia threw a four hit shutout as Wesley Methodist beat Free Methodist 12-0. Rich MacWilliams had a double for Wesley and Phil Taylor singled twice for Free Methodist. S2C Loresizo Baptist edged South Hayward Assembly 7-0 in Gadl, San Leandro. Dick Gingery tripled home two runs for the Merchants in a 5-3 win over The House at Tarasher Park. The Merchants pulled into a half game atop idle Bab's Cocktails. Sunol Lounge moved to 9-9 for third with a 6-4 win over winless Channel Lumber. Gary Marlin drove in Sirol with a single and Don Hansen added a single and double for Channel.
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Busby carries on then falls short in no hitter bid
In Kansas City, Steve Busby’s quest for a second consecutive no hitter ended in the sixth as Pat Kelly singled, spoiling Busby’s 51 2 3 innings of near perfection. Chicago White Sox win 3 1 behind Wilbur Wood and Terry Forster.
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Gibson rebounds with four hitter to lift Cardinals 11 0
Bob Gibson shook off early doubts delivering a four run allowed four hitter and 11 strikeouts to blank the Pirates 11 0 in game two as St Louis moved within one game of the Phillies in NL East. Jim Lonborg homered twice to lift Philadelphia in a 6 0 win over Montreal. Braves rally to top Dodgers 4 3 as Murrell and Capra key plays. Astros beat Reds behind Tom Griffin five hitter while Cey and Rader homer for Los Angeles.
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Night of minor upsets hits Hayward softball league
In C-1 play the league leading Bird Cage won 8-0 over Taco Bell as Steve Englebretson threw a four hit shutout with two strikeouts and two runs. Pete Guzman homered for Nava Lathing in a 3-1 win over Pepperidge Farms, and Union City AC beat Silva AC 1-0 as Vern Baca struck out eight in a three hitter. Plaza Cantina routed Reidy Bail Bonds 24-7 in C-2 helped by Guidici four hits and five RBI.
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A's Blue Saves Vow As Angels Stumble Late
Blue limited the Angels after eight run lead with careful pitching and a double play by Oliver. Reggie Jackson left with a muscle back issue. Finley worried about Ray Fosse’s possible nerve injury. Hunter to face Tailana as the A's seek another win televised on channel 5.
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