Billie Jean King Aims For 20th Wimbledon Title Comeback
Billie Jean King, 33, seeks a record 20th Wimbledon title after knee surgery as she faces a tough route through singles and mixed doubles. She remains wary of her post op form, with Chris Evert already beating her, but insists she will try again next year if physically able.
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McCovey Sets NL Grand Slam Record with Two-Homer Game
Willie McCovey hit two homers in a single inning, including a grand slam, to become the National League’s all time grand slam leader with 12th and 13th homers of the season. He now has 478 career blasts and eyes Hank Aaron’s career mark of 493. Giants overwhelmed the Reds 10-8 after trailing 8-1.
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Chenault Puts In Summer Work To Reclaim Auburn Glory
Former Decatur High football star Rick Chenault is taking 15 summer school hours at Auburn plus a rigorous training plan to finish his finance degree next spring and help restore Auburn football to winning form. He aims to be in peak shape for the Arizona opener and praises coach Barfield for his work.
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Red Sox Fester Continues as Slump Hits Four Straight Losses
Boston manager Don Zimmer laments the team’s reduced power after a 4 1 loss to Detroit. The Red Sox have not homered in three straight games following a hot stretch earlier in the month, as Detroit’s doubles pace the win.
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