Notable sports anniversaries from 1968 to 2006
Highlights of historic sports moments include Arthur Ashe capturing the 1968 U.S. Open after a five set win over Tom Okker, Chris Evert beating Pam Shriver in 1978, John McEnroe defeating Ivan Lendl in 1984, Robin Yount reaching 3 000 career hits in 1992, Yale’s 800th win in 2000 with Rashad Bartholomew’s three touchdowns, and Ohio State’s top ranking after a 2006 win over Texas Longhorns.
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Bell waiver sparks luggage heist joke in Lions coverage
David Thomas of The Fort Worth Star-Telegram notes officials were unfazed by Tatum Bell after the Lions waived him and jokes he could carry a long way, referencing Bell taking off with replacement RB Rudi Johnson's luggage.
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Federer seals fifth straight U S Open title in New York
Roger Federer dominated Andy Murray 6-2 7-5 6-2 to capture a fifth consecutive U S Open crown and 13th career Grand Slam, with fans and opponents noting his return to elite form after mononucleosis and a slump. He stretched his Flushing Meadows win streak to 34 games and moved within one Slam of Pete Sampras's record.
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Cavendish wins first U S stage at Tour of Missouri
Kansas City stage ends in a sprint finish with Mark Cavendish beating Tyler Farrar in 3 hours 15 minutes 14 seconds for Garmin Chipotle. The result marks Cavendish first official victory in the United States on the 90 mile opening stage from St Joseph to Kansas City.
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Ex-big-leaguer passes former White Sox manager at 96
Former major league player and White Sox manager Pittssure-Don Gutteridge died at his home at age 96. Gutteridge, who debuted with the St. Louis Cardinals in 1936, also played for the St. Louis Browns Pirates and Red Sox. He was the seventh oldest living former player and the last living St. Louis Brown to have appeared in the 1944 World Series.
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Brady’s injury robs NFL of marquee duel with Favre
Newsday weighs the emotional and practical impact after Patriots quarterback Tom Brady suffers a season ending hit, with Brett Favre’s blunt reaction and Jets fans weighing their own playoff chances. The piece reflects on Brady’s star power, league luster, and the shifting AFC outlook as Cassel steps in.
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