Ali Faces Norton in Crucial Rematch at Forum
Muhammad Ali seeks revival in a 12 round bout against Ken Norton at the Forum Los Angeles. Ali, claims peak condition after 15 weeks of training, while Norton hopes to repeat his 1973 upset that broke Ali's jaw. Promoter Don Fraser expects 14 000 to 15 000 spectators as Ali contemplates retirement if defeated.
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Reds gain ground as Gullett shines against Braves
Don Gullett improved to 8 straight victories with a four hitter in a 14-6 win over Atlanta as Cincinnati moved within a half game of the Dodgers. George Foster and Ken Griffey powered the offense with key hits and RBIs while Joe Morgan added three RBIs. Dodgers snapped a skid with a 5-3 win over San Diego.
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Rangers sign Martin and win again against A s
Billy Martin is named Rangers manager by Bob Short and immediately guides Texas to a 5-3 victory over Oakland. The piece notes his past with Detroit and his vow to win, alongside several other MLB results and signups in the region.
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Weiskopf Wins World Series at Firestone in Akron
Tom Weiskopf captured the World Series of Golf at Firestone Country Club Akron Ohio finishing 36 holes at 137 to earn 50000 remains strong in 1970 season earning over 300000. Jack Nicklaus faded late to tie Johnny Miller for second as Weiskopf claimed his sixth win of the year and pride over a longtime rival.
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Newcombe wins U S Open in five set final
John Newcombe of Australia defeats Jan Kodes 6-4 1-6 4-6 6-2 6-3 to take the U S Open title at West Side. He earns $25,000 after a standout run amid a compact schedule, with Margaret Court taking the women’s crown 7-6 5-7 6-2 over Evonne Goolagong.
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Sunday Kodes
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Player Ends Long Dry Spell With Southern Open Win
Gary Player held off Forrest Ferler to win the $100,000 Southern Open in Columbus after 364 days since his last victory. He shot 69 65 67 69 for 270 at the 6,791-yard Green Island layout following major abdominal surgery and an absence from PGA tour play.
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Nebraska ends UCLA stranglehold as Runty shines in debut
No. 2 Nebraska overwhelmed No. 8 UCLA 40-13 with Steve Runty and Tony Davis combining for four touchdowns after Hamm’s injury. Osborne, taking over for Bob Devaney, watched Runty excel as Hamm’s replacement.
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Steve Runty
Tony Davis
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