Miami and Pasadena Chosen For Next NFL Title Games
The NFL picked Miami Orange Bowl for 1979 and Rose Bowl in Pasadena for 1980 as Super Bowls XII and XIV. New Orleans hosts 1974 with Seattle Houston and others in play. Rozelle cited planning needs and a 21-vote requirement for bids.
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Connors Leads Wimbledon Warmups at Queen's Club
Jimmy Connors, the tournament’s top seed, won his opener 1 64 over Kjell Johansson amid Britains rain forcing indoor wood courts. The event serves as a final warmup before Wimbledon, with stars like Nastase, Tanner, Gottfried and Lutz advancing while Laver and Newcombe exited early.
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Piniella suspended for three days by AL
Lon Piniella of the New York Yankees received a three day suspension and fine from the American League after he hurled a bat toward an umpire following a strike call at Yankee Stadium. The hearing will be scheduled after Piniella appeals, with Al President Lee MacPhail and Umpire Bud Deegan involved. The Yankees edged the Twins 5-4 despite the incident.
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Palomino Retains WBC Welterweight Title with KO
London report says Carlos Palomino of Mexico knocked out British challenger Dave Green in the Lith round Tuesday night to retain the World Boxing Council welterweight crown. A sudden left hook to the chin felled Green, whose head struck the canvas hard.
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IOC weighs RFE accreditation amid Moscow Olympics shadow
The IOC debates new rules to potentially bar Radio Free Europe from participation in the Moscow Games. US official Krumm warns denial could affect US team attendance, while IOC member Roby cautions against drastic moves. Concerns rise over federal funding for the 1980 Winter Games.
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Evert and King power U S to Federation Cup start
In Eastbourne Chris Evert and Billie Jean King opened the Federation Cup defense for the United States with quick wins over Austria. Evert defeated Sabine Bernegger 6-0 6-0 and King won 6-3 6-2 over Helena Wimmer, as Casals completed a 6-0 6-1 doubles triumph with Bernegger and Wimmer. Security kept antiapartheid demonstrators away with officers on site.
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Serious Talks Begin Today NBA Execs Discuss Prelims
NBA executives from 22 teams gathered in Coronado near San Diego for summer talks. The Board of Governors convenes Wednesday as meetings run through Friday. Rumors swirl about Wes Unseld and Bobby Dandridge trades, denied by both clubs, with discussion of other possible moves involving Buffalo, Philadelphia, and New York Nets. In Dover Bodine sets a world closed course speed record at 137.112 mph in a modified Mustang at Dover Downs International Speedway.
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Well-Rested Watson Seeks Open Title At Southern Hills
Tom Watson, riding a three win season and the lead money total of 231,115, enters the 77th U.S. Open at Southern Hills in Tulsa in peak form. He emphasizes driving as the key to his game and notes stamina will matter in the heat as 153 players chase the national title on a demanding par 70 setup.
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Seaver's Status Up In Air Amid Trade Talks
New York Mets pitcher Tom Seaver remains with the club as the trading deadline nears. GM Joe McDonald says no deals are in place while fans flood stadium boards with support. Seaver discussed possible moves with Reds president Bob Housen and Mets chairman M. Donald Grant, who refused renegotiation of Seaver's 1978 three year contract. Pete Rose suggested a Seaver deal, but Seaver indicated he would know if a swap had been completed.
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