Downing holds form as Dodgers edge Mets for fifth straight win
Dodgers ace Al Downing improved to 7-3 with a five hitter in a 2-0 victory over the New York Mets. He said he throws about 60 percent of his former speed but has learned to pitch and adjust. Teammates praised a winning culture as San Francisco, Pittsburgh, St. Louis, San Diego and Chicago posted wins in other games.
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Star owner ready to fight Sharman
Utah Stars owner Bill Daniels warned the Los Angeles Lakers he would fight any attempt to hire coach Bill Sharman. A court ruling allowed the possibility of Sharman moving, with Utah saying his employment would be considered an inducement of breach and unlawful interference. Sharman had announced he would leave for the Lakers, prompting a $5 million lawsuit and a preliminary injunction that blocked the move.
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O'Brien Delivers Pinch Two-Run Homer for Angels Win
Syd O'Brien, sidelined by Jim Fregosi's return, homered from the bench in the ninth to give the California Angels a 5-4 victory over the Boston Red Sox. The utility infielder tied into Sparky Lyle’s fastball for his fourth homer of the season after a tense at bat.
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Punch stroke in putting and key game notes
A golf tip explains a punch putting stroke as an alternative to smooth swipes, citing Billy Casper. The piece also highlights a Red Sox Angels baseball game with Reggie Smith’s two run homer and praise for relief pitching, as the Angels avoid a trade and set up a rubber game with Jim Lonborg.
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Gonzales Denounces Tie Break In London Encounter
Pancho Gonzales, 43, dismisses tie breaks as old fashioned while winning his London Grass Courts opener 9-8 7-4 6-3 over Adriano Panatta. He and four Americans advance as Wimbledon warmups loom. CBS to televise a $30,000 tennis event on Aug 28-29 with 15k first prize.
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Baseball Standings and Schedule Deep Dive East and West
Standings for the American League East and West show Baltimore and Oakland leading their divisions with strong records. The text lists team W L and games behind along with nightly results and next day pitching matchups across multiple cities and parks.
Palmer Says Golf Significance Matches World Events
Arnold Palmer, preparing for his 19th U S Open, argues golf is as significant as any major activity in life. He notes the war in Vietnam and a rock festival in New Hampshire show global priorities, while stressing golf remains his defining pursuit and he seeks a second U S Open title. Ken Still agrees, saying winning the national championship carries central importance and pride in being American.
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Trevino wary of Merion despite hot golf form
Lee Trevino, hot on the PGA Tour, cautions that Merion Golf Club will be tough for 72 holes. He doubts a record low score, predicting par or slightly above may prevail. Trevino notes the course’s narrow fairways, small greens, and heavy rough as major obstacles and expresses belief he can repeat his 1968 Open win if conditions stay hard.
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