Sharapova Edges Rodina In Tight Paris Opener
Top seed Maria Sharapova survived a 4-1 stretch by Rodina after a flawless first set. Rodina, in her first Grand Slam, broke Sharapova in the opening of the second and held to win 6-4. Mauresmo survived rain delays to edge Savchuk 7-5 4-6 6-1, as Nadal’s rain-suspended match continued and Serena Williams alongside Ana Ivanovic prepared for second-round play.
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Kendrick lifts Phillies past Rockies in rain-delayed win
Kendricks solid command helped Philadelphia erase early pressure as he set tone in a 7-5 victory over Colorado. Patience at the plate yielded six first-inning runs, with Dobbs and Feliz delivering key hits while Rollins and Utley sparked late defense turning points. Helton and Smith led Colorado with three hits apiece before rain halted play.
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Lakers seize 3-1 lead as Spurs push comeback bid falters
Kobe Bryant and Pau Gasol led Los Angeles as the Lakers built early momentum, warding off a late Spurs rally. San Antonio closed within two late but Bryant and Odom preserved a 93-91 stretch, with Fisher and Parker trading late mistakes in a tense playoff contest. Gasol missed two late free throws, prompting postgame reflections on focus.
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Johnsons injured foot appears healed in Chiefs workout
Kansas City running back Larry Johnson showcased speed and power in a 90 minute practice, saying he is 100 percent after missing eight games last season with a foot injury. Johnson, two time Pro Bowler, led KC with 1750 plus rushing yards in 05 and 06 before contract dispute sidelined him.
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Lakin ends 23 game streak after loss to Silver Lake
Coach Davidson praised Lakin after a hard fought state final as Silver Lake closed out the tournament strong. He called it a great year, noting the Broncs’ fifth state appearance and a mature, experienced team set to rebound next season despite the loss.
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Royals pull off rare inside the park homer vs Twins
Teahen legged out an inside the park homer as Nathan misplayed a line drive in left. The Royals erased a three run ninth inning lead by the Twins, but the comeback fell short as Leo Nunez took the loss after Mauer walked and Morneau and Cuddyer delivered hits to regrab the lead.
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