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Newspaper

Las Vegas Sun

Location

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America

Date

May 01, 1977

Page

34

Seattle Slew Poised for Derby Glory at Belmont Park

At Belmont Park, Seattle Slew a dominant unbeaten colt owned by Karen and Mickey Taylor draws major media attention as he nears the Kentucky Derby and potential Triple Crown. The Taylors and team anticipate a large Churchill Downs entourage while Slew’s value soars with possible stud demand and future racing plans.

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Seattle Slew inspires Seattle hype and local tributes

Seattle residents embrace the Kentucky Derby favorite Seattle Slew as a local symbol with displays, buttons, bumper stickers, and Derby Eve plans. Local businesses and the Taylors back promotions at Longacres, Pioneer Square, and radio stations as fans rally behind the horse’s Northwest ties and potential Triple Crown run.

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Celtics and 76ers clash as series nears decisive seventh game

The Celtics and 76ers race to a seventh game with contrasting styles. Boston relies on veteran five man units while Philadelphia leans on youth. In the West, the Lakers hold a 3-2 edge over the Warriors as Kareem Abdul Jabbar dominates with 45 points in game five. Portland leads its series as Houston and Washington face a potential decisive matchup.

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Haley Set for Nevada Title Shot vs Bermudez in Las Vegas

Haley, 24, finalizes a rematch with Leonardo Bermudez for the vacant Nevada state junior welterweight crown in Las Vegas after a prior draw. Bermudez, a former 135 lb national champ from Culiacan, sports a 32-6-3 mark. promoter Tim Miller notes commission hurdles. An eight round semifinal features Victor Hernandez of Culiacan vs Constancio of Bakersfield.

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