Preakness Winners and Notable Sports Moments Listed
1920 Man o War ridden by Clarence Kummer wins the Preakness over Upset. 1957 Bold Ruler with Eddie Arcaro defeats Iron Liege. 1990 Jarl Kurri leads Edmonton to a 7-2 win over Boston with two more goals in Game 2. 1997 Chris Johnson clinches LPGA title in a playoff over Leta Lindley. 2002 War Emblem with Victor Espinoza topples Magic Welsner. Bob Baffert secures third Triple Crown bid in six years.
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Laker fans branded as fair weather in Muniz remark
Actor Frankie Muniz calls many Lakers fans fake and fair weather, saying the team’s popularity hinges on expected wins. He notes that a Clippers victory would carry real significance. The comment contrasts reactions tied to team performance.
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Eastern Conference Semifinals Series Staked 3-2 Favor Indiana
NBA playoffs update notes Indiana leads Miami by 3-2 in their Eastern Conference semifinal series with other teams like Minnesota Detroit and the Western Conference matchups mentioned. The competition remains tight as series progress toward decisive games and potential clinching performances.
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Nashville Rhythm hires female ABA coach Ashley McElhiney
Ashley McElhiney was introduced as the Nashville Rhythm's new coach, becoming the first female head coach of a pro men's basketball team in the ABA. The former Vanderbilt standout aims to build a competitive, openly advancing program, with Rhythm owner Sally Anthony calling it a stepping stone for women in high coaching roles.
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Australia tops U S in World Team Cup clash
Hewitt and Philippoussis win tight matches to lift Australia over the United States 2 4 1 at the World Team Cup. Philippoussis outlasted Spadea 6 7 6 4 after saving a match point, while Hewitt beat Ginepri 7 5 6 7 6 4. Bryan brothers DC double for U S over Arthurs Hanley 6 2 6 4. Eight nations compete in round robin with group winners reaching Saturday final.
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Smarty Jones could revive horse racing history
The Washington Post argues Smarty Jones can spark a comeback for horse racing by winning the Belmont Stakes and achieving the Triple Crown. It notes past legends like Secretariat, reflects on the sport's decline due to boxing losses, betting shifts to sports books, and the need for a modern star to draw fans.
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