Indianapolis 500 Foyt Faces Bignotti Rivalry For Win
Indianapolis awaits the 1979 500 where A J Foyt and master mechanic George Bignotti dominate the field. Bignotti’s team has six prior victories here, with Gordon Johncock and Wally Dallenbach driving for him. Foyt, in his 18th start, drives the fastest car and shares the front row with Johncock and Bobby Unser. The race features top contenders like Andretti and Ruberta, rookies Puterbaugh Kinser McCoy and Rasmuseen, and a high risk hot day forecast with possible rain. Officials will teardown top finishers’ cars post race to verify rules.
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Downing's Fine Effort Wasted Against Cards
Los Angeles pitcher Downing pitched seven strong innings allowing three hits while leaving with the Dodgers leading before St. Louis mounted an eighth inning rally for a 4-3 win. Cardinals tied the game on Sizemore’s single and Melendez’s infield out, then won on the infield out.
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Indy 500 Starting Lineup Listed By Trials
OTANGPOLIS AP The starting lineup for the Indianapolis 500 on Sunday May 25 is released from trials over two weekends. Notable drivers include A J Foyt from Houston No. 14 with 193.978 mph, Gordon Johnena from Phoenix No. 20 191.682 mph, Bobby Unser from Albuquerque No. 48 191.072 mph, and Tom Sneva from Spokane No. 1 with 165 mph figures among many entries across rows and positions. The list continues with Johnny Rutherford, Billy Vukovich, Salt Walther, Johnny Garson, Donny Adams, Jimmy Caruthers, Donnie Allison, Jerry Grant, and others across multiple rows detailing car numbers and speeds.
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Quality In Numbers Boosts Golden State To 3-0 Lead
Golden State Warriors surge to a 3-0 series lead as they thrashed the Washington Bullets 109-101 in San Francisco. Coach Al Attles used the bench depth with Rick Barry scoring 38, while Elvin Hayes of Washington praised the improved Warriors. The Bullets now face a potential championship-clinching game on Sunday in Landover with Boston and Chicago past results noted.
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Indy 500 Facts And Figures For 1974 Race
Detailed facts and figures for the Indianapolis 500 showing track specs, engine rules, fuel limits, qualifying speeds, pole sitter details, notable past winners, rookie entrants, prize structure, attendance notes, and safety milestones. Includes Donohue’s absence, Rutherford, and Unser family mentions with historical context and broadcast plans.
Killebrew Homers Twice In Royals 10 1 Rout
Harmon Killebrew delivered two long drives to left field bullpen lifting the Kansas City Royals to a 10-1 victory over the Baltimore Orioles Friday night. He kept a relaxed stance after the win, saying the two homer shots came on favorable counts.
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Mexico Teams Split Open Optimist Club Tournament at Khoury Fields
Mexico and other area clubs opened the third annual Optimist Club slow pitch tournament at Khoury Fields with 26 teams entered from six communities. Results included Mexico beating Monroe City Derby 18-12 and several other close scores as play continued toward Sunday.
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Baseball Trojans Showed Balance In Many Areas
Laddonia balance marked the young Community A-6 baseball team this spring as they posted a 4-0 record after an 8-5 fall. Cliff Cox led with a .439 average, 17 runs, 18 hits and three homers. Hoyt, LaRue and Brad Cox also produced, with Willingham stealing 12 bases. The staff posted a 2.06 ERA, led by Daryl Hooke 4-1 2.12. Football note: Willie Holman signed with the St. Louis Cardinals after a WFL season.
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Pro Baseball Scoreboard from Friday to Sunday
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Sports In Brief: NFL Draft Pick, Pro Athlete Among Fallen Star
MONTREAL Paul Gibson a 26 year old former UT at El Paso track star and later pro athlete died in an automobile crash. FOXBORO Patriots sign top 1975 draft pick Russ Francis tight end from Oregon. DETROIT Lions announce multi year contract for starting guard Bob Kowalowski.
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