Ashe and Laver Seek Wimbledon Final Showdown
Arthur Ashe and Rod Laver aimed for a Wimbledon final clash as the two greats advanced from early rounds. Laver faced George See-wagen while Ashe battled Graham Stilwell, with Court also pursuing titles amid the new grand prix prize structure and sponsor-backed payouts.
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Arthur Ashe
Rod Laver
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Bayside
N.Y
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Brundige Reflects on Colorado Roots and All America Game
Colorado defensive star Bill Brundige recalls his college days and Liberty Bowl glory as he joins teammates in Lubbock for the All America game. He discusses Lombardi, pro interest, and the Weld around Texas Tech and SWC access.
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Cardinals Sweep Cubs Behind Carlton Nightcap Homers
In Chicago, Steve Carlton pitched a six hit shutout in the first game as the Cardinals won 3-0. Joe Torre hit a go ahead eighth inning homer in the nightcap to give St Louis a 3-2 victory and boost Bob Gibson to 9-3 with a seven hitter. Johnny Callison and J C Martin produced Cubs threats but Carlton and the Cardinal defense closed out both games.
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Bob Gibson
Johnny Callison
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J. C. Martin
Don Kessinger
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Angels rally past Brewers in 10th inning comeback
Jay John hit a bases loaded double in the 10th to lift the California Angels to a 6 5 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers. The Angels erased a 5 4 deficit after Jim Fregosi's single an error by Russ Snyder Alex Johnsons bloop double and an intentional walk to Jim Spencer fueled the rally.
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Alex Johnson
Jim Spencer
Reds Split Pair as Bench Drives 9-3 Victory in Nightcap
Cincinnati pitcher Wayne Simpson earned his 10th win as the Reds beat the Dodgers 9-3 in the nightcap after Los Angeles won the opener 9-3. Johnny Bench drove in four runs with a double and his 24th homer, with Hal McRee leading off the game and Pete Rose adding a sacrifice fly.
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Wayne Simpson
Cincinnati Reds
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Jim Merritt
Hal McRee
Bench
Tony Perez
Pete Rose
Aaron's Two HRs Spark Braves Past Astros 6-4
Hank Aaron hit two two run homers lifting the Braves to a 6-4 win over Houston. Rico Carty added a solo shot for his 17th homer of the year as Jim Nash improved to 9-2 before the ninth inning. Marty Martinez John Edwards and others contributed for the Astros with two out doubles and clutch hits but fell short.
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Hungary
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Donohue Captures Marlboro 200 in Bridgehampton Victory
Mark Donohue, 32, champion in 1968 and 1969 Trans Am, won the Marlboro 200 at Bridgehampton despite ailing engine and pit problems. He finished more than two laps ahead of George Follmer, who passed a fading Parnelli Jones with two laps left.
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