Seattle Slew Wins Derby in Stretch Drive at Churchill Downs
Unbeaten Seattle Slew surged in the homestretch to win the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs, finishing 1 1/4 lengths ahead of Run Dusty Run with Sanhedrin third. Cruguet faced criticism earlier but drove Slew through a tight lane to claim the $214,706 purse as the crowd watched a possible Triple Crown path unfold toward the Preakness and Belmont Stakes.
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Floyd Crenshaw tied for Nelson lead after birdies finish
Ray Floyd and Ben Crenshaw birdied the final hole to stay tied atop the Byron Nelson Golf Classic on move into the final round. Crenshaw battled an erratic day as Floyd matched him with a 69 and a 6 under par total heading into Sunday at Preston Trail Golf Club.
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George Archer
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Mark Alwin
Ceor
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Helson
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Gretna Sets Equine Show at Gretna Elementary School
The 1st Annual Gretna Horse Show, backed by the Gretna Rescue Squad and Gretna Volunteer Fire Department, unfolds Saturday at Gretna Elementary School with shows at 12:30, 4:30 and 6 p.m. Thirty-seven classes across morning and evening, $3,800 in prizes, fourteen night trophies, and judges from Washington, Clinton and Lebanon. All exhibitors must present a current negative test for Equine Infectious Anemia within 12 months. Supper served at 4 p.m.
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Richard Kearney
Washington
Huck Moss
Clinton
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J. C. Jesse
Lebanon
Mint Julep Glasses Raised High at Derby Day
AP reports a soggy Derby day at Churchill Downs with about 125000 in attendance despite rain showers. Seattle Slew, the favorites, drew the crowd with mint juleps and bourbon as fans toasted the 1977 season's top thoroughbred while Derby traditions of apple cider and mint sprigs endure.
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WVU Star Grid Recruit Sets Goals For Himself
South Charleston standout Robert Alexander, West Virginia’s top high school rusher and scorer, outlines lofty goals for his upcoming season. He discusses mental prep, aims to lead the nation in rushing as a freshman, and dates future success with WVU while receiving state awards and fan support.
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