Spitz Sets Mark as U S Wins Gold Rush in Munich
Seven world records fall as Mark Spitz leads a golden day for the United States in Munich. Rick DeMont faces possible loss of the 400-meter title after a positive urine test for ephedrine and is ejected from the 1500. Mike Burton, Karen Moe, and Melissa Belote also shine. Burton wins the 1500, breaking DeMont’s record, while IOC and U S officials decide DeMont’s fate.
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American League and National League Baseball Standings and Results
Standings show Baltimore and Detroit tied for first in the AL East at 69 wins. Oakland leads the AL West with 76, while California and Baltimore split results in a long daily round of scores and leaders. Major stats list leaders in batting, runs, RBIs, hits, and pitching across the NL and AL with notable names like Williams, Stargell, Carlton, and Nolan.
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Stevenson stops Bobick in third round to end US Olympic boxing dominance
Cuban heavyweight Teofilo Stevenson delivered a third round technical knockout over Duane Bobick in Munich, ending the United States eight year run as Olympic heavyweight champion. The 400-meter medley relay saw strong US leads with Stamm and Bruce setting the pace before Spitz and Heidenreich sealed a large American victory. US swimmers set world records and claimed multiple golds as Borzov swept the sprints.
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Spitz compares two Olympic performances in Munich
Mark Spitz, four years older and with seven gold medals, contrasted his 1968 Games showing with Munich after terrorists killed two Israeli athletes. He spoke at a 40 minute news conference and then left under guard as German officials ensured his safety. Spitz, a Jewish swimmer with Russian English heritage, dominated Munich by winning four freestyles and three relays in world record times but noted the tragic events and refused further questions.
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Solunar Tables Promotion from Knight's Tables
Solunar Periods schedule printed from Richard Alden Knight's SOLUNAR TABLES advises planning daily activities to fish in good territory or hunt in good cover during optimal times to maximize sport potential.
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Razorbacks face USC in season opener at War Memorial
Arkansas opens the 1972 season against Southern California on Saturday September 9 at War Memorial Stadium Little Rock kickoff 730 pm.Officials project a crowd of at least 54446 as Frank Broyles begins his 15th season.
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Wacky pennant race fills AL East action
The AL East pennant scramble left all four contenders within a half game after Monday’s results. Baltimore split with New York, Detroit beat Cleveland, Boston won then lost to Milwaukee, and New York fell from top spot after a late rally by Baltimore. Oakland widened its lead in the West on California, while Chicago and Montreal chalked results in the NL. Pirates swept Philadelphia. Mets split with Chicago, and Dodgers beat Cincinnati then lost the second game. Willie Horton keyed Detroit, Luis Tiant hurled five shutout innings for Boston, and Nolan Ryan tossed a six-hitter for California in a split doubleheader.
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Oliver Hits Two Homers As Pirates Sweep Phillies
Oliver homered twice driving Pittsburgh to a 10-0 opening win and 5-1 nightcap sweep of Philadelphia. He, feuding with little sleep over his infant daughter Felisa, joked about babysitting all night. Willie Stargell powered the attack with his 33rd homer as Pittsburgh opened a wide NL East lead.
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