Iverson finishes strong in PGA despite 74 final round
Don Iverson tied for sixth at the PGA Championship finishing with a 74 and earning 7,312. The Wisconsin State Amateur champion qualified for next year’s Masters and U S Open, boosting his career earnings and exposure on the tour as Cleveland fans cheered the La Crosse pro.
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Nicklaus Captures PGA Title Beats Jones Era Record
Jack Nicklaus won the PGA Championship at Canterbury Golf Club with a 277 total, four strokes ahead of Bruce Crampton, breaking Bobby Jones 43-year record for major titles. Don Iverson, in his first major, finished tied for ninth and praised by Nicklaus as a rising player.
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Vikings Rally to Beat Steelers 10-6 in Preseason Opener
Minnesota defeats Pittsburgh 10-6 at Metropolitan Stadium as Bobby Bryant returns an interception 93 yards for a touchdown and a stout Purple Gang defense limits the Steelers in the second half. Bob Berry shines at quarterback while Viking defense harasses Terry Bradshaw.
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Bills Stop Pack Passing in Preseason Thriller
Coon Valley shuts out Melrose Mindoro 13 0 as Bob Reichgelt pitch six hitters Dan Polasky drives five RBIs and Mark Servais adds three hits in Western Wisconsin League action. Packers edge Bills 10 3 with Tagge and Hunter at quarterback. OJ Simpson leaves early with rib injury.
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Iverson Makes PGA Debut a Notable Step Toward Victory
La Crosse golfer Don Iverson, in his first major, finished tied for sixth at the PGA after a strong 72-hole showing. He impressed peers and fans, received praise from veterans, and earned several offers including a Benton Harbor event and an Australia exhibition as he continues his tour with 13 events left.
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