Liston Knocks Out Clark in Seventh at Cow Palace
Sonny Liston returned to contention by stopping Henry Clark in the seventh round at the Cow Palace California rules crediting a knockout. Liston dominated from the start weighing 219 4 pounds more, pushing his record to 40-3 with 30 KO's while Clark falls to 15-4-2 with one no contest after the first stoppage in his 22 bout career.
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Wilt Chamberlain's uncertain future looms over NBA Tuesday
Philadelphia sources say Wilt Chamberlain may decide by Tuesday whether he remains with the 76ers or joins the Los Angeles Lakers. Talks with owner Irv Kosloff could settle if he plays next season, with trade reports denied by the 76ers and ongoing salary disputes fueling potential moves or a jump to the ABA or Globetrotters.
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Legalize Sports Betting and Tax the Wagers
A columnist blasts the sports world for mourning RFK while ignoring horse racing and argues for legalizing sports betting. Proposes federal licenses, lower excise taxes, and limiting bets to professional sports with proceeds funding education. Highlights 60 million American bettors and potential state profits.
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NFL Clubs Won't Open Grid Camps
Cleveland Browns president Art Modell announced NFL teams will not begin summer training until a collective bargaining agreement is reached with players amid demands for higher pensions. He said meetings with the players union are set, warning a delay beyond a week would be serious for camp schedules.
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Trevino and Horn Share Buick Open Lead After Third Round
Rookie Rod Horn fired a five under par 67 to join U.S. Open champ Lee Trevino at 208 after 54 holes of the Buick Open in Grand Blanc Michigan. Mike Hill shot 67 to reach 209, with Johnny Stevens at 210 and a group led by Trevino and Horn amid tight scores.
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Billie Jean King Wins Third Wimbledon Singles Title
Billie Jean King claimed her third straight Wimbledon women's singles crown with a 9 7 7 5 victory over Judy Tegart in a tight final. She earned 750 pounds and, at 24 and from Long Beach California, joined a select group as the first to win three consecutive open era titles. King announced one more year of play before retirement and then marriage to Larry King. Rod Laver previously captured the men’s title.
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Dodgers Reds game delayed by early sun deadline
The Dodgers and Reds played Monday with the game not completed at deadline. Boxscores and full coverage will appear in tomorrow's editions.
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