Historic boxing and track feats span 1937 to 1991 sports history
The 1937 bout at Yankee Stadium saw Joe Louis defend the heavyweight title in a 15 round unanimous decision over Tommy Farr. In 1981 Bill Shoemaker rode John Henry to a nose victory at Arlington Million, first million-dollar race win for a jockey. 1986 Dawn Patrol and Falcon Bret share fastest dead heat at Roosevelt Raceway. 1987 Ben Johnson sets 100 meters world record in Rome but later loses it due to steroids. 1991 Mike Powell jumps 29 feet 4 1/2 inches at Tokyo Worlds, breaking Bob Beamon's mark by two inches.
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Navratilova comment on Kournikova boosts audience reach
Former tennis great Martina Navratilova discusses the Anna Kournikova phenomenon noting it attracts a wider audience. She questions whether certain semi nude poses by women athletes fit traditional match settings.
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Vanderbilt lineman Hammond critically injured in dorm elevator fall
Vanderbilt University freshman Luke Hammond aged 19 from Montgomery Alabama fell from an elevator shaft between the ninth and 10th floors during a crowded ascent. Thirteen aboard. Hammond underwent surgery removing his spleen. He was conscious en route to Vanderbilt Medical Center.
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Wisconsin-Superior AD Nelson resigns to lead league
Superior, Wisconsin Steve Nelson, longtime athletic director and head men’s hockey coach at the University of Wisconsin Superior, has resigned to take the role of commissioner of the America West Hockey League.
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Blues rename Kiel Center to Savvis Center in deal
St Louis Blues owner Bill Laurie and Savvis Communications executives announced the arena rename at the Savvis Club. Savvis will pay the team over 70 million dollars for 20 years in naming rights, while Tampa Bay Lightning re signed Wayne Primeau to a one year deal with undisclosed terms.
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Night golf at Bighorn sparks talk of televised future
Commentary on the Battle at Bighorn notes Woods and Garcia at night under 186 lights generating 603000 watts. Musco Lighting outlines potential for Sawgrass or Colonial to be lit, while PGA Tour officials stress tradition and outdoor play.
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