Billie Jean King Aims for Twenty Wimbledon Titles
Billie Jean King, just back from knee surgery, pursues a 20th Wimbledon title to break the all time record with Elizabeth Ryan. Evert defeated King 6 1 6 2, while King and Dent advance to the mixed doubles last 16. Britain hopes two women reach semifinals as center stage shifts to men’s quarterfinals.
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Roberts Silences Red Sox hitters in 41 win over Boston
Dave Roberts silenced the Red Sox as the Tigers won 4 1 on Monday halting Boston’s power stretch after 33 homers in 10 games. Zimmer blamed starting pitching for the skid while Detroit isolates an early-season surge, with LeFlore Staub Veryzer Kemp driving the win.
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McCovey Homers Twice In Big Giants Rally To Tie Grand Slam Record
Willie McCovey belted two homers including a bases loaded grand slam as the San Francisco Giants exploded for a 14 9 win over the Cincinnati Reds. The shots moved him to 13th and 12th homers of the season and tied Hank Aaron for most career grand slams at 2.
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City Legion Teams Clash in Nine Inning Night Duel
Gibson's Discounters and Lawton Colonels meet at Eisenhower High after recent strong showings. Nededog led Lawton with 11 hits in the weekend series, while D Hendrick starred on the mound and at bat. The clubs split a pair in Trinidad and Lawson aims for victory in Thursday's Chickasha Fourth of July tournament.
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Rangers Hire Billy Hunter As Sixth Manager In Week
Incoming Rangers manager Billy Hunter arrives in Oakland to watch a 5 2 win over the A s and pledges no more changes amid a season that has produced four managers in a week. Owner Brad Corbett confirms a contract through 1979 as Connie Ryan returns to coaching and Eddie Stanky’s brief tenure is noted.
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