Derby Fever At Churchill Downs Draws Packed Infield
The Kentucky Derby’s 103rd running draws crowds of over 150000 to Churchill Downs while many infield spectators savor the Derby scene more than the race itself. Jockeys like Eddie Arcaro Bill Hartack Earl Sande Isaac Murphy and Willie Shoemaker seek Derby glory and fame. Braulio Baeza reflects on the day choosing Proud Clarion over his other rides and shares a coin booth laugh about finding two quarters.
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76ers Rally To Top Rockets In Eastern Finals Opener
Philadelphia used a run and shoot attack to pull away in the third quarter and beat Houston 128 117 in the opening game of the Eastern Conference finals. Moses Malone led Houston with 32 points while Julius Erving and Darryl Dawkins keyed the 76ers comeback.
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Trojans Rally To Top New London In Sectional Game
South Central beats New London 4-3 in a nine inning Class A sectional at Wynford High School. Mike Clark delivered a two RBI single in the ninth to cap a rally after New London tied early leads, Tony Hall pitcher of record for the win.
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Lott leads Byron Nelson Classic with 68 on tough Preston Trail
Lyn Lott surged to a one stroke lead at the Byron Nelson as only nine players broke par. A brutal Preston Trail layout with 30 mph winds and heavy rough produced high scores, though Lott’s three under par 68 stood atop the field. Crenshaw Floyd and Speller posted 69 to sit two under.
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Peterson Retires After Shoulder Surgery
Fritz Peterson, 35, formerly of the Yankees and later with the Indians and Rangers, announced his retirement from baseball from Skokie Valley Memorial Hospital. He had a second left shoulder operation after his arm failed, following surgery on Sept. 28 in Los Angeles and a Chicago White Sox spring training tryout invitation.
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