Boston Marathon Leaves Amateur Era For Commercial Era
The Boston Marathon shifts from amateurism to professionalism with sponsors and prize money planned for next year. Race dates move to Sunday, course realignment targets the Prudential tower, and top runners like Alberto Salazar join as the sport embraces paid support while preserving Olympic eligibility rules.
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Wadkins wins MONY Tournament of Champions in Rancho la Costa
Lanny Wadkins takes a clear victory at the MONY Tournament of Champions in Rancho la Costa, while Ron Streck falters twice. Streck bogeyed the 18th after a 3-putt and later lost sole second place and more than $14,000 when a two-stroke penalty was assessed for moving a branch while preparing his second shot.
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Streck penalized for playing branch at La Costa
At La Costa, golfer Streck received a two-stroke penalty for moving a branch during a swing. The ruling, made by deputy commissioner Clyde Mangum, dropped Streck from solo second to a four-way tie for second at 283, affecting payouts. Wadkins seized the lead with a 40-foot birdie on 17 and won, earning 63,000 from a 350,000 purse.
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Lowly Kings Finish With A Flourish
Kansas City Kings edge the Houston Rockets 106-104 in a regular season finale. Eddie Johnson scores 21 and Larry Drew 18 as Houston loses and fights for home court in the ensuing playoffs. Rockets finish tied for second place, must open at Seattle.
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Ottawa Netters Triumph 5-4 Over Benedictine College
Ottawa University tops Benedictine 5-4 at Mabee courts to secure their second straight tennis dual. Singles wins by Eichenwald Weber Webb and Day pace the Braves with Weber and Webb sealing the decisive fifth point in doubles.
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