Nicklaus Wins Playoff at Pebble Beach in 284 Tie
Nicklaus and Miller tied for the win after 72 holes at 284 on Pebble Beach. Nicklaus shot 73 in the final round while Miller posted 74 to force a playoff. Trevino and Jacklin followed, with Hooper and Archer also contending as players battled the warm sun.
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Nicklaus Wins Bing Crosby Pro Am In Playoff Thriller
Jack Nicklaus edged Johnny Miller in a playoff to win the Bing Crosby National Pro-Am at Pebble Beach for $140,000. Nicklaus, who led early with a 66 but faltered late, sank a 16 foot birdie putt on the final hole to force the playoff. Miller, 24, had a hot start but could not seal the victory as Nicklaus claimed a dramatic late win amid questions about how to beat him when he is playing poorly.
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Frazier talks to Foreman about upcoming rematch
Heavyweight champion Joe Frazier discussed a possible rematch with George Foreman after his win over Terry Daniels in New Orleans. Frazier said he wants to defend the title soon and not hide the championship, and he indicated interest in fighting again in a month or two. Foreman has not publicly pressed for the bout, but Frazier repeatedly cited him as a future opponent.
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Dolphins Embarrassed After Super Bowl VI Loss
The Miami Dolphins, shredded by Dallas in Super Bowl VI, face critics labeling the Cowboys losers while players including Bob Griese and Don Shula defend their squad. The game ended with Dallas’ powerful running game overwhelming Miami as Shula vows return and a quick rebuild.
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Parkers Lose to Frogs in Fort Worth
Arkansas Razorbacks opened Southwest Conference play with a 77 to 77 loss at TCU as Simpson DeGrate scored 31 points and grabbed 16 rebounds. Vernon Murphy led Arkansas with 19 points and Gary Rymer added 18. The Frogs pulled away before halftime after a 36 33 Razorback lead, with Arag Coach Lanny Van Eman citing fatigue or breakdowns.
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Billie Jean King Wins British Motors Pro Women's Championship
In an 80 minute final at SAN FRANCISCO Billie Jean King defeated sixth seed Jerry Melville 7 6 7 4 in a sudden death to take first in the British Motors professional women's tennis championship earning a 3400 prize. King, from Berkeley, California, had become the first woman in sports to exceed 100000 in earnings last season. Melville received 2200.
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Pistol Pete nets career high in Hawks win over 76ers
Pistol Pete Maravich scored 50 points on 18 of 29 shooting and 14 of 16 free throws to lead the Atlanta Hawks past the Philadelphia 76ers 124 116. He added six assists after recovering from mononucleosis this season. DeBusschere and Archibald led other NBA games Monday night performances.
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Staubach Leads Dallas to Super Bowl Victory
Roger Staubach directed the Dallas Cowboys to a 24 to 3 win over the Miami Dolphins in Super Bowl VI at Tulane Stadium. He passed for two touchdowns and steered an offense that piled up 352 yards while the Doomsday Defense stifled Miami, limiting Warfield and Griese and sealing Dallas’s triumphant title in windy, cold conditions before 81,023 fans.
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Cowboys Win Super Bowl VI in Domination of Dolphins
Dallas Cowboys claimed the championship with a 24-3 victory over Miami, capping a six straight playoff streak. Roger Staubach directed a balanced attack to set up two touchdowns and a decisive field goal as Dallas overwhelmed the Dolphins on defense and in the running game.
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