2day in Sports History highlights Derby wins and major records
The 1952 Kentucky Derby telecast by CBS featured Hill Gail winning by two lengths over Sub Fleet as Eddie Arcaro earned a record fifth Derby and Ben A. Jones a trainer record with six Derby wins. 1980 Genuine Risk became the second filly to win the Derby. 2000 Dodgers beat Braves ending a 15 game win streak. 2001 Dallas downed Utah to sweep 0-2 series, a first since 1991. 2003 Funny Cide, ridden by Jose Santos, won the Derby as the gelding beat Empire Maker.
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Smith explains character by following a mule in July
Former heavyweight James Bonecrusher Smith says today’s youngsters lack hardship, recounting his tobacco farm days to illustrate character building. He argues enduring tough work in July forged discipline and resilience.
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Calgary Leads Western Playoff Series 3 2 As Underdog
Calgary holds a 3 2 series edge in the Western Conference playoffs while New Orleans and Minnesota are mentioned in a tied or unsettled round. The notice reflects scattered league standings and a general playoff mood with a Chicago Tribune style wire service byline.
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KU Sports Editors and Contacts List
The Kentucky University or Kansas coverage staff includes Chuck Wooding and Andrew Hartsock as Sports Editor and Associate Sports Editor. Email addresses and bylines show Gary Bedore and David Mitchell linked to KU men's basketball and KU football coverage. Ryan Wood is listed for preps on the World site with contact details.
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Mickelson Inches Toward HP Classic Title Lead
Phil Mickelson shot 69 to sit two behind leader Joe Ogilvie at the HP Classic, tying for second with Charles Howell III as rain pushed the final round. Ogilvie’s 66 led at 17 under. Mickelson and Howell face a tense finish seeking a return to Augusta form amid late-round pressure.
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Fleisher Wins Bruno's Memorial Classic by Seven Strokes
Bruce Fleisher shot a 4 under 68 to coast to a seven stroke victory at Bruno's Memorial Classic. He led by four entering the final round as D A Weibring and Bruce Lietzke tied for second at 9 under. Defending champ Tom Jenkins dropped to fourth after a double bogey on the final hole when his tee shot hit a cart path and bounced OB.
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Davydenko Defeats Verkerk For BMW Open Title
Nikolay Davydenko defeated fourth seed Martin Verkerk 6-4 7-5 at the BMW Open to claim his third career title. Cynthia Cooper retires from the Houston Comets citing recurring right shoulder problems after consulting with team physician Bruce Moseley.
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Glass slides to 29th in PBA Senior Chillicothe Open
Lawrence's Bob Glass stood 29th after the first round in Chillicothe Ohio with a 1753 pinfall at Shawnee Lanes. Leader Johnny Petraglia of Manalapan New Jersey posted 1923.
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Gordon dominates Auto Club 500 at California Speedway
Jeff Gordon, a California native, won his second consecutive NASCAR Nextel Cup race at Fontana, dominating the Auto Club 500. Jimmie Johnson finished second as Gordon led 81 laps, beat Johnson by 12.871 seconds, and stretched his streak of back-to-back Cup victories to 13. Earnhardt struggled with handling, remaining 19th as Gordon closed within 27 points of the leader.
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