Dumas 7-foot high jump debut and two no-hitters in 1990
On this date in sports history 1956 Charles Dumas clears 7 feet becoming the first to do so at the U S Olympic trials in Los Angeles In 1990 Dave Stewart of the Oakland A’s and Fernando Valenzuela of the Dodgers throw no hitters on the same day the first time such a double no hitter occurs In 2004 Randy Johnson reaches 4000 strikeouts in a Padres win and in 2007 the NFL ends its European developmental league after 16 years
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Ford acknowledges mock draft challenges amid rapid info flow
ESPN columnist Chad Ford admits the 2day season pressure, noting sources push agendas and mistakes occur. He reflects on how this fast information environment complicates assembling a reliable mock draft.
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Lee heads to Olympic Games after U S Trials win
Kansas City native Muna Lee, 26, won the 100 meters at the U S Olympic Track and Field Trials in 10.85 seconds, edging Terri Edwards and Lauryn Williams. Allyson Felix failed to qualify, while Tyson Gay set an American mark in the 100 meters with 9.77 seconds.
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Steelers cut Davenport and three others in roster moves
The Pittsburgh Steelers released running back Najeh Davenport after failing to trade Willie Parker's former backup. Also cut were safety Mike Lorello long snapper Jared Retkofsky and offensive lineman Doug Legursky.
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Kanaan Wins SunTrust Indy Challenge In VA Race
Pole sitter Tony Kanaan roared to his first victory of the season at the SunTrust Indy Challenge in Virginia. A record nine cautions marked the race as Kanaan claimed his 13th career IndyCar win with Helio Castroneves finishing second after an early pit stop. Scott Dixon and Dan Wheldon of Target Chip Ganassi Racing followed in third and fourth, Oriol Servia fifth, Danica Patrick sixth, and Marco Andretti ninth.
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Howard sidelined by sternum bruise during playoffs
Dwight Howard suffered a stress fracture in the sternum during the Pistons series and will skip Team USA mini camp as a precaution. Magic GM Otis Smith said the injury is not serious and he could play if games were ongoing, with readiness for training camp on July 21. Coach Krzyzewski echoed the precaution, noting three weeks remain to heal.
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Williams sisters surge to Wimbledon round of 16 with record serve
Venus Williams crushed Maria Jose Martinez Sanchez 6-1 7-5 on Court 1, delivering a Wimbledon record 127 mph serve. Serena Williams also won to reach the round of 16, while Nadal advanced and several Americans faltered as the tournament moved toward the second week.
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