Lax Attendance Figures Are A Bit Misleading
NFL preseason crowds vary widely with weather, location, and timing. Buffalo drew 31 000 in a 80 200 seat stadium while Washington Bills and Bears gate counts showed large swings as fans wait for starters and rookies.
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Newcombe Faces Setback in Toronto Comeback Bid
Australian star John Newcombe, short on practice, fell to Hans Pohman 7-6 6-2 in the first round of the Canadian Open in Toronto. He cited elbow trouble and a seven-week layoff as factors, while Guillermo Vilas cruised past John Whitlinger 6-2 6-4 in a quick opener.
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