Connors Defeats Borg In Final To End Borgs Career
In Tokyo Jimmy Connors defeated Bjorn Borg 6 3 6 4 in the Suntory Cup final, ending Borgs storied career. The 30 year old American overwhelmed the 26 year old Swede amid 14700 fans, as Borg struggled with first serve accuracy and tempo. Connors broke Borgs serves to clinch the last set, delivering a bittersweet victory for the rival era.
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Borg Retires from Tennis After Farewell Match in Japan
In a farewell ceremony Borg declared he will not play further tourneys though he will stay connected to tennis and play for fun. Japanese fans waved as Borg and wife Mariana accepted bouquets. In the third place match McEnroe defeated Johan Kriek 6 7 3. Connors earned 110000, Borg 70000, McEnroe 40000, Kriek 30000.
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Blitz Clinches Third Straight in 22-11 Win Over Stallions
Chicago Blitz beat the Birmingham Stallions 22-11 to extend their streak to three and improve to 4-2. Key plays included a 31-yard Landry Dennison pass and Kevin Long's 1-yard touchdown with 1:57 left. Frank Corral kicked two field goals after being activated, while Tim Spencer added a 2-yard TD for Chicago.
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Old Timers Classic lineup adds Kell Robinson Marichal
George Kell Brooks Robinson and Juan Marichal join 61 former stars in the Cracker Jack Old Timers Baseball Classic on July 18 at HFK Memorial Stadium. Last year’s 7-2 AL win featured 75-year-old Luke Appling. Proceeds aid the Association of Professional Ball Players of America.
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Schlichter's Father Appeals for Sympathy Amid Gambling Case
BLOOMINGBURG Ohio AP The father of Art Schlichter asks for sympathy as the Colts quarterback faces allegations he gambled away 389000 dollars and turned to the FBI when loans could not be repaid. Max Schlichter calls his son human and discusses the family's ordeal while noting threats and legal proceedings ahead.
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