Foyt Lorenzen Lead Field for Atlanta 500 Run
Lorenzen aims for his fourth straight Atlanta 500 victory while Foyt denial of two 1965 Chevrolets entering the race prompts debate on publicity tactics. The piece notes Ford’s waning attendance, Fox's plan to race, and Lorenzen’s recent pole streak at Darlington with Rebel 500 ahead.
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Atlanta International Raceway
Ray Fox
Fox
Raceway
Ford
Yyem
Darlington
Lorenzen
Atlanta 500 Features Lorenzen Foyt Leading Strong Field
Fred Lorenzen and A. J. Foyt head an outstanding stock car lineup for the Atlanta 500 at Atlanta International Raceway. The $76,000 race on the 1 ½ mile high banked oval draws top names including Jarrett, Johnson, Panch, Johns, and Fireball Roberts. Practice and entries span Monday through Sunday as teams prepare for the April 4 event.
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Atlanta International Raceway
Eee Jarrett
Junior Johnson
Marvin Panch
Bobby Johns
Grimsley to Receive Writer’s Award in Salisbury
Will Grimsley of The Associated Press was named winner of the Martini & Rossi Award for journalism. The honor recognizes outstanding writing for the New York Times and continues the award’s second year.
Liston Fight Plans Stirring Words From Cassius Clay
Cassius Clay, in Denver and Camden chatter, predicts a repeat win over Liston if at his best. He notes training pace, hunger, and a desire to fight Patterson, Terrell, and even fanciful destinations like a Pakistan palace or Ghana mountain, while his trainer weighs in on size and stance.
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Bodini) Brown
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Liston
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