Billie Jean King Wins Wimbledon First Singles Title
In 1966 Billie Jean King defeated Maria Bueno 6 3, 3 6, 6 1 to claim her first Wimbledon singles crown. Also noted: Steffi Graf ends Martina Navratilova’s Wimbledon reign with 5-7 6-2 6-1. Escobar killed after own-goal incident in 1994 World Cup. Danica Patrick wins IRL pole at Kansas in 2005, second woman to do so, with Sarah Fisher first in 2002 Kentucky.
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Jeter Teases Final Season Heist at Yankee Stadium
Derek Jeter of the New York Yankees hints at plans to steal a prized souvenir at the season’s end, joking about consequences and a possible pursuit once the ballpark empties. The remark underscores his playful readiness for retirement and the lasting memory of a storied career.
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Reporting Scores For Coaches At Ijworld Desk
Coaches are urged to report scores by calling 832-6367 or emailing the sports desk at Ijworld dot com, or faxing 843-4512. The notice invites rapid score submission and confirms contact details.
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Royals Tickets Contact Number Listing
Field conditions and ticket contacts for KC teams and events. Includes Royals toll free line 1 800 6ROYALS, Kansas Speedway, T Bones numbers, City Parks and Recreation, and online resource at liworld com.
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Williams sisters reach Wimbledon semi finals in straight sets
Serena and Venus Williams advanced to the Wimbledon semifinals, with Venus defeating Tamarine Tanasugarn 6-4 6-3 and Serena sweeping Agnieszka Radwanska 6-4 6-0, as Zheng Jie and Elena Dementieva also won to reach the semis.
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Road woes hit MLB teams as home advantage soars
Veteran broadcaster Joe Garagiola cites global warming as a tongue in cheek reason for the year’s road woes. The Diamondbacks and other first-place teams stumble away from home while Cubs and White Sox struggle on the road. Analysts offer theories from youth movement to ballpark quirks and even a supposed decline in greenies.
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