U S Open Victories Highlight Tennis History
On this day in 1968 Arthur Ashe defeated Tom Okker in a five set final to win the U S Open. In 1974 Jimmy Connors dominated Ken Rosewall 6 1 6 0 6 4 to claim the title. Chris Evert topped Pam Shriver in 1978 for her fourth straight U S Open win. John McEnroe beat Ivan Lendl in 1984 to win his fourth U S Open. Steffi Graf defeated Martina Navratilova in 1984 for her third major that year. In 1992 Robin Yount joined the 3 000 hit club as Milwaukee fell to Cleveland. 1995 Graf ended Monica Seles comeback by winning the U S Open.
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Ivan Lend
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Cleveland Indians
Steffi Graf
Monica Seles
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Coaches Reporting Scores Encouraged to Call Desk
Scores reporting guidance for coaches with contact options including phone, email, and fax. The notice lists 832-6367 for calls, sportsdesk world.com for email, and 843-4512 for faxes. It emphasizes timely score submission to the sports desk.
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Royals Ticket And Field Conditions Notice
Field conditions and contact numbers listed for City Parks and Royals events. Includes adult and youth field condition updates and rescheduling options with phone contacts for Kansas City Royals tickets and related activities.
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SharapovaS Mainz Open semifinal win and upcoming final
Maria Sharapova, rank third, defeated top seed Amelie Mauresmo 6 0 4 6 6 0 to reach the U S Open final against Justine Henin Hardenne who fought back to beat Jelena Jankovic 4 6 6 4 6 0. Henin Hardenne, eyeing all four majors in a season, overcame a back issue after a rough start and advanced.
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Sorenstam opens with 64 in John Q. Hammons Classic
Annika Sorenstam shot a 7-under 64 to lead the opening round at Cedar Ridge Country Club in Oklahoma. She posted eight birdies and tied the course record of 64, with a two shot edge over Diana D Alessio. Lorena Ochoa Paula Creamer joined a 2-under group of six at 69.
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Red Sox release Lopez from roster
The Boston Red Sox cut catcher Javy Lopez after he failed to secure enough at bats. Acquired Aug 4 from Baltimore for a player to be named, Lopez had not played since Varitek’s knee injury return.
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Gasol to miss four months with left foot injury
Memphis Grizzlies forward Pau Gasol will be sidelined for four months after surgery to repair a broken bone in his left foot. The 7 foot veteran departs for Spain for a two week trip before starting rehabilitation in Memphis after breaking the bone while playing for Spain at the world championships in Japan.
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Interception memory lingers for Simms after big crowds
Tampa Bay quarterback Chris Simms notes the difference between practice interceptions and those made in front of 70,000 fans. He says the real sting comes from the crowd and the high stakes, shaping how he recalls the mistake.
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Barkley Wilkins Dumars Enshrined In Basketball Hall of Fame
Charles Barkley used humor to stress life lessons during his Hall of Fame induction while highlighting the need for players to save and invest. He, Dominique Wilkins and Joe Dumars joined other honorees as hall members, with remarks on career highlights and leadership.
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