Ancic and Federer highlight Wimbledon quarterfinals
Ancic, back after a virus layoff, embraces Wimbledon as a holy place while Federer eyes a third straight final. Williams sisters push toward another sisterly final, with Venus and Serena on separate courts. Nadal battles an injury scare to reach the quarterfinals, facing Murray as Safin vs Lopez and Schuettler vs Clement complete the men’s lineup.
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Tanasugarn Reaches Wimbledon Quarterfinals in Historic Run
Tamarine Tanasugarn, ranked 60th, upset Jelena Jankovic 63 6 2 to reach Wimbledon quarterfinals, becoming the first Thai player to advance that far. At 31, she is the oldest remaining competitor in the women’s draw and called the achievement wow.
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Lagat Bids for Olympic Gold in Beijing Daydream
Lagat, now an American Olympian by choice, earned his spot with a 13 27.47 clocking and eyes the 5000 and 1500 meters in Beijing. He courted double gold, hoping to join allies at the podium as Adam Goucher and Kara compete in long-distance events while Bryan Clay stars in decathlon.
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Homier Home Run Sparks Royals Rally to 6-5 Win
Kansas City erased a four run deficit at Camden Yards to beat Baltimore 6-5. Olivo delivered a pinch hit homer in the ninth to tie, then Aviles and Guillen provided key hits in extras. Royals extend road win streak to six and halt Orioles’ late rally.
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Indiana president rebukes Sampson sanctions in NCAA case
Indiana University president Michael McRobbie told the NCAA infractions committee via videoconference that Sampson and an assistant coach sought to bypass sanctions. He noted Indiana faced no major violations in 50 years as the panel weighs punishment. Greenspan resignation terms include a $369,600 lump sum and ongoing monthly payments and benefits.
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