Waltrip Drives Allison's Car to Talladega Victory
Darrell Waltrip relieved ill Donnie Allison and won the Talladega 500 after taking over Allison's car with 23 laps left. Cale Yarborough finished well back as engine troubles and heat hindered rivals. Manning’s engine failed late, costing him a likely race win and eliminating several contenders. The finish occurred under caution with Waltrip and Pearson posting an average speed of 162.525 mph.
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Vilas Edges McEnroe To Reach Open Final
Guillermo Vilas defeats John McEnroe 6-2 2-6 6-0 in a semifinal at the $85,000 Open tennis tournament in South Orange. Vilas, 3rd in the world, overcame a rain delay to win and set up a title match with Roscoe Tanner. Lindsay Beaven wins women’s final 6-4 6-1 over Renee Richards for $1,900 prize.
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Alexander Upsets Orantes At North Conway Tennis Showdown
Twelfth-seeded John Alexander of Australia defeated fourth-seeded Manuel Orantes of Spain 2-6 6-4 6-2 to win the $20,000 first prize in a $125,000 international tournament in North Conway New Hampshire. Alexander used a power game with seven aces while Orantes, hampered by late mistakes, failed to capitalize on a strong start.
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Demolition Night Ends With Multiple Wrecks in WDVA 200
John Britt suffered the most extensive damage during Saturday's WDVA 200 as seven cautions slowed the race. Pre-race favorite Bob Pressley and GN standout Dave Marcis were among the eliminations along with Sonny Hutchins, Tommy Ellis, and Bobby Fleming from Danville. Only eight cars remained at the finish, won by Ray Hendrick of Richmond.
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Hutchins Ellis collision colors South Boston race
A late clash between Richmond drivers Hutchins and Ellis triggered a multi-car incident in WDVA 200. Hutchins faced a possible $100 to $300 fine and a potential firing recommendation from NASCAR official Lancendress, though no suspension was noted. Ray Hendrick won, with El lis 11th and Hutchins 40th, as the race marked South Boston Speedway’s 20th and WDVA’s 30th anniversaries.
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Danville teams reach deep in southeastern tourneys
Loftis Eliminated as Wheat First Securities struggles in Nashville while Bill Kratzert wins the Greater Hartford Open with a 69. Danville squads Loftis and Wheat First face late Sunday games and possible regional honors amid a mixed showing in Georgia and Connecticut.
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Seahawks Rally Past 49ers In NFL Exhibition Win
Seattle running backs Sherman Smith and Don Testerman scored on one yard runs in the fourth quarter as the Seahawks beat the San Francisco 49ers 34 to 24 in an exhibition game. Smith capped a 15 play drive with 7 02 left to push Seattle ahead.
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