PGA Championship at Medinah tests world golfers in new length
The 81st PGA Championship begins at Medinah Country Club, now 7,401 yards long, longest course in a major since 1967, with greens stressed by heat. Veterans note greens and the redesigned 17th hole pose challenges, while top players like Fred Couples and John Huston assess the layout and potential drama.
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Browns fans cheer return with 20-17 overtime win
The Cleveland Browns beat the Dallas Cowboys 20-17 in overtime in the Hall of Fame Game. Tim Couch dazzled in his NFL debut, throwing a touchdown after replacing Ty Detmer, while Phil Dawson kicked the game winner in overtime. Daylon McCutcheon’s second interception fueled the rally as fans packed Fawcett Stadium for Cleveland’s three year comeback.
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Krayzelburg Thompson sweep at Phillips 66 nationals
Lenny Krayzelburg, 23, swept both backstroke events at the Phillips 66 National Swimming Championships in Minneapolis, breaking the U S Open and meet record in the 100 back. Jenny Thompson, 26, posted 58.15 in the 100 butterfly, her third title of the meet and 23rd career crown. Bryan Jones won the men's 100 butterfly with 52.90, just shy of Neil Walker's 52.76 national record. B J Bedford took the women’s 100 back in 1 01 89 edging Lea Maurer 1 02 04, and Lindsay Benko won the 400 free in 4 11 31 over Brooke Bennett.
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New York Liberty top Miracle in Orlando clash
Crystal Robinson scored 18 as New York Liberty beat the Orlando Miracle 80-75 to sweep the four game season series. Nykesha Sales led Orlando with 24, Taj McWilliams 20, Vickie Johnson 15, and Sue Wicks 12 with seven rebounds for NY.
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Sting edge Starzz in late rally as Canty shines
Rhonda Mapp led the Sting with 15 points while Dawn Staley sparked a 66-65 comeback bid with 1:51 left, but Salt Lake State fell short as Natalie Williams added 11 rebounds and 10 points. Detroit won scarce second half boosts from Dominique Canty 18 points and Wendy Palmer 15 with 12 boards boosting their drought relief.
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New York and Orlando Battle In High Scoring WNBA Showdown
New York led by Wicks and Robinson to 80 points while Orlando’s Sales and McWilliams combined for 24 and 20 respectively in a 75 80 game. Charlotte and Utah mixed results as Utah pulled ahead 67 65 in a tight finish.
Giants Strahan lands four year extension with Giants
Giants defensive end Michael Strahan signed a four year 32 million contract extension that includes a 12 million signing bonus and progresses him toward becoming the NFL's highest paid defensive player. He is 27 and entering his seventh season after a 29 sack two year stretch.
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