McEnroe Upsets Dent to Reach Wimbledon Semis
John McEnroe, 18, from Douglaston New York, becomes the youngest Wimbledon semifinalist in a century by defeating Phil Dent 6 4 6 3 6 4 after dramatic shifts in momentum. He faces top seed Jimmy Connors as Vitas Gerulaitis and Bjorn Borg also win to reach the semifinals in a Centenary Wimbledon.
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Howard’ Beach
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Sweden
Gerulaitis
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Romania
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Carter Artis Freed From Trial-Cost Burden in N J
A New Jersey judge ruled Carter and Artis cannot pay for their appeals. Passaic County must cover most costs while examining a defense fund used for their retrial efforts. The decision allows the appeal process to proceed, with conditions and an internal fund audit.
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McEnroe Seizes Wimbledon Quarterfinal Glory at 18
John McEnroe, the 18 year old from Douglaston New York, defeats Phil Dent 6 4 8 9 4 6 4 to reach Wimbledon semifinals. He becomes the youngest Open era player to reach the men’s semis and prepares to meet Jimmy Connors. He shrugs off Wimbledon mystique saying it does not intimidate him. McEnroe credits coach Harry Hopman and Antonio Palafox with his rapid rise at the Port Washington Tennis Academy.
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Mets
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Managers Spin The Wheel In Bizarre Baseball Season
A chaotic season sees five teams changing managers in the first three months. Hunter arrives with Texas Rangers after Frank Lucchesi, Connie Ryan, Eddie Stanky, Pat Corrales, and Bobby Winkles all shuffle through, while Cleveland replaces Frank Robinson with Jeff Torborg amid a rare black-manager milestone.
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Robinson Opens The Door For Return To Baltimore
Frank Robinson, famed Orioles figure, says he would consider returning to Baltimore if offered. With Billy Hunter leaving for Texas Rangers, Robinson’s name surfaced as a potential replacement. Orioles manager Earl Weaver also hinted at Robinson joining his staff in Cleveland. Robinson, in a Baltimore News American interview, called a return an honor and said his best years were in Baltimore. He previously played ten seasons with the Cincinnati Reds.
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