Canada bars Taiwanese athletes from entering for Olympics
External Affairs Minister Allan MacEachen states Taiwan competitors cannot enter Canada unless the IOC guarantees they will not use the Republic of China name, anthem, or symbols. Talks in Montreal aim to resolve the dispute with IOC officials. Shen Chi min confirms Taiwan will compete under the ROC name if allowed.
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Fergie’s return strengthens Red Sox rotation for pennant push
Connie Mack’s line about pitching holds as Boston fans hope for a pennant. The Red Sox, after a rough stretch, post three straight wins to reach a winning mark. Rick Wise Luis Tiant and Ferguson Jenkins anchor a trio of complete games, with Jenkins delivering a 4 0 shutout of the Chicago White Sox.
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Dodgers Beat Phillies 5-1 as Rau Wins with Aid of Garvey
Dodgers top Phillies 5-1 behind Doug Rau six-hitter with Steve Garvey driving in a key run and Reggie Smith and Steve Yeager homering. Phillies' Mike Schmidt hit his 22nd homer for the lone Philly run.
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Davis Cup about-face: U S to resume participation
The United States along with Great Britain and France reversed an earlier withdrawal from Davis Cup play. The USTA board ratification was awaited, following the ILTF vote denying expulsion of South Africa by 25-22.
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Scholar Haden signs with the Los Angeles Rams
Pat Haden, USC and WFL star, becomes a Ram on a three one year deal. He will split time between Oxford University and professional football with plans to study political science economics and philosophy.
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Wise signs with Long Beach State as All-America recruit
Francois Wise a 6 5 forward from Balboa High San Francisco signed a national letter of intent to attend Long Beach State. He becomes the third high school All-America to commit to the college.
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Riggs Plans Great Wall Run For 25000 Dollar Prize
Bobby Riggs, 58, says his next race against Bill Emmerton, 56, will be run on the Great Wall of China for 25000 dollars. Riggs notes Emmerton was upset after a Death Valley victory and seeks revenge as he trains at his San Diego home with three daily conditioning sessions.
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Stones Eyes Montreal Gold After Munich Showdown
Dwight Stones, the world high jump leader, insists he will win Olympic gold in Montreal. He cites his Olympic record goals, expects tough competition from Jankunis Barrineau Beilschmidt, and honors Valery Brumel as the greatest before him.
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Lompoc Ruthers rout SLO in District 1 baseball action
The Lompoc Babe Ruth All-Stars crushed San Luis Obispo 20-1 in Paso Robles after an 11-0 win over Paso Robles to move into the winners bracket. Santa Maria also undefeated, faces Lompoc today at 4 p.m. with a shot at the district title.
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Jones to Start NL All-Star Pitching Choices Narrow
Sparky Anderson plans to wait until Sunday to name the National League All-Star starting pitcher for Tuesday in Philadelphia. Randy Jones leads with a 15 3 record and 2.51 ERA, while others like Tom Seaver Jon Matlack Andy Messersmith Rick Rhoden John Montefusco Woody Fryman and Ken Forsch are also in contention for the staff. Seaver brings a ninth All-Star appearance and is a two time Cy Young winner.
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Pate Stumbles in British Open Opener as Suzuki Leads
Jerry Pate opens at Royal Birkdale with 73 while Norio Suzuki of Japan tops early leaders after a 69. Christie O'Connor 39 on back nine, Seve Ballesteros 69, Arnold Palmer 75, Hale Irwin 74 as breeze and heat shape opening round. Suzuki says he is satisfied with 69 despite dropping lead on 18th. Fire delays play, 155 players compete.
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