Wimbledon boycott empties world’s famous tennis grand slam
The ATP, led by 78 players, walks out prompting a ghost tournament at Wimbledon as officials prepare the draw. Ilie Nastase rises as a favorite with Stan Smith among boycotters. Billie Jean King plans to push for higher prize money with a separate women’s group.
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Oakland A's lose to White Sox 2-0 on 12 hits
Bert Campaneris starts with a double but is doubled off on North’s bunt. Oakland’s misplays plague the game as Merle Anthony calls both Campaneris and North out. Chicago’s Herrmann and Jeter deliver in the fifth for two runs, while Ken Holtzman loses despite 12 hits. Other AL notes include Twins 1 Angels 0, Yankees 5 Tigers 1, Orioles 6 Red Sox 3, Indians 9 Brewers 1.
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Sun Kings extend lead as Tanana shines on win night
El Paso lefty Frank Tanana kept his unbeaten streak intact as the Sun Kings beat Amarillo 4 1 and widened their West Division edge in the Texas League East. Bruce Bochte collected four hits with a solo homer and three RBIs. Danny Loomer aided Travel ers in a 2 1 victory at Little Rock. Alexandria’s Frank Snook earned the nightcap win with a fifth inning RBI single. Midland defeated San Antonio 11 2. Tonight Midland visits Amarillo and El Paso goes to San Antonio.
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Mets Lose Dramatic Game in Pittsburgh After Errant Throw
The Mets fall 2-1 to the Pirates at Three Rivers Stadium in a bizarre ninth inning miscue. Bob Robertson drove in the winning run after a sequence that started with Felix Millan’s relay to home and a wild throw to right field, with Rusty Staub saving the misplay before Dave Cash scored. Leaders across the NL also produced close results as St Louis edged Montreal, San Francisco beat Cincinnati, Houston routed San Diego, and Los Angeles shut out Atlanta.
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Miller shares lead in American Golf Classic at Firestone
Johnny Miller shot 67 with a hole in one in his first round since winning the U S Open. He shared the first round lead with Forrest Ferler at Firestone Country Club, Akron, as Arnold Palmer and others trailed by one stroke with Nicklaus at 69.
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Schmeling Today A Solid Winner In Postwar Life
In a 1938 rematch memory, Max Schmeling rose from wartime ruin to become West Germany’s popular sports figure and Coca Cola bottling partner. He recalls losses to Louis, postwar mink farming, and a later career watching heavyweight prospects like Foreman and Frazier while downplaying ideological battles.
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Louis Remembers Glory as Boxing Champion
Veteran fighter Joe Louis reflects on a storied career and the pride he feels when younger generations recognize him. He recalls key battles, including knocking out Max Schmeling and his lasting impact beyond the ring, while noting the burden of fame and lingering ties to his era.
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Secretariat to race at Arlington Park in June match race
New York AP reports Secretariat will race at Arlington Park on June 30 in a three horse match race with Our Native and Blue Chip Dan. Purse is 125000 with 75000 to winner, 30000 to second, 20000 to third. Secretariat leaves for Chicago next Thursday to boost attendance before stud duties begin.
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Travs Split With Aces In Doubleheader
Arkansas Travelers and Alexandria Aces split a Thursday doubleheader in Little Rock. The Travs won 2-1 in the opener as Danny Loomers scored the tying run in the eighth with Chuck Loseth, while Frank Snook delivered the game winning hit in the second contest for the Aces, with Bill Hall driving in Snook.
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Baseball Scores and Upcoming Week Schedule Summary
Hope Pro baseball results list St Louis 4 Montreal 3, San Francisco 7 Cincinnati 2, Houston 12 San Diego 2, Pittsburgh 2 New York 1, Los Angeles 5 Atlanta 0. Friday matchups include Philadelphia at Montreal and New York at Pittsburgh among others with multiple N games. Standings show New York leading AL West and Baltimore, Milwaukee, California, and Oakland contending in late May.
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Babe Ruth action as First National Bank tops Optimist 4–2
In a Thursday night Babe Ruth game First National Bank defeated Optimist 4 to 2. Cliff Coleman allowed four hits and four strikeouts as leading hitter Mark Harris doubled and singled. Also, Cliff Coleman Gary Billings and Joe Ford each added a single for the Bank. Optimist reply came from Alvin Davis Jim Henley Cedric Hawkins and Ric May with hits including May’s double. Citizens beat Blevins in the second game behind Ed Connelly with Clay O'Steen doubling and Larry Banks adding a double and a single. Friday schedule lists First National Bank vs Merchants and Optimist vs Corn Belt.
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Cubs top Cards 17 to 11 in Doctor's League action
Cubs defeat Cards 17 to 11 with Rhode and Townsend earning the win and Goodner and Turner taking the losses. Yankees top Braves 4 to 3 as Green is the winner and Laudermilk the loser. Dexdigers edge Giants 18 to 17 with Langston Mullins Avery and Poole as winners and Askew Woodard as losers.
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Solunar Tables From Knight's Tables Guide Daily Sport
Solunar periods printed below come from Richard Alden Knight's SOLUNAR TABLES. Plan your days to fish in good territory or hunt in good cover to find the best sport each day bes offered.
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