Orioles Fall as Royals Rally to 7-5 Victory
Kansas City erased a 6-1 deficit, with Gordon and Teahen homering and Aviles spurring double plays. Trey Hillman noted Sherrill's influence while Liz gave up two homers but kept Royals scoreless with runners in scoring position.
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Marksset Breaks World Record in Beijing Prelims
Records: Marksset clocked 58.97 in the preliminaries to lead the day’s action in Beijing, aiming for as many as six races. Peirsol dominated the 100 back in 52.89, beating last year’s worlds record. Matt Grevers, Ryan Lochte, and Randall Bal contended in backstroke and freestyle events as top swimmers pushed speed in the pool.
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Hall of Fame conflicts over Bonds 756th home run ball
A bidding dispute surrounds Barry Bonds 756th homer ball after Cory Ecko bought it for 752,467 and proposed an asterisk marking. The Hall of Fame initially planned to display the ball but halted negotiations, citing an impasse and a loan arrangement instead of gift. Bonds criticized the vote, and the Hall noted most artifacts are donated or loaned.
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Williams Sisters Reach Wimbledon Semis in All-European Finalists
Sixth seed Serena Williams advances after Zheng Jie upsets Nicole Vaidisova to reach the Wimbledon semis, while Venus Williams edges Elena Dementieva to set up a potential Williams final showdown. Dementieva beats Nadia Petrova to reach her first Wimbledon semis as Venus limps with a tight hamstring. Federer-Nadal headline men’s action with Federer seeking back-to-back titles on grass.
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Celtics draft picks arrive with potential for future run
Celtics show up in Boston with draftees Giddens Walker and Erden as options for overseas assignments. Giddens, a 6-5 guard from New Mexico, eyeing a possible rookie season role, speaks of learning behind KG Pierce and Allen. Walker, a 6-6 forward from Kansas State, sidelined three weeks for minor knee surgery, misses rookie camp. Erden plans NBA move after one year left in Turkey. Giddens recalls role at Kansas and New Mexico, emphasizing growth despite past bars incident in May 2005.
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