Truex breaks through for first win at Dover
Martin Truex Jr. earned his first career victory for Dale Earnhardt Inc. at Dover International Speedway, ending Hendrick Motorsports’ five-race win streak. He led 216 of 400 laps on the Monster Mile as the sport mourned Bill France Jr. and Truex rose as a possible heir in DEI’s Cup lineup.
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France NASCAR chief remembered fondly at dinner
The article recalls Bill France Sr and Jr contributions to NASCAR from grassroots roots to national prominence. It notes France became chairman in 1972, helped build Daytona International Speedway, expanded TV coverage with CBS, and oversaw a $2.4 billion 1999 contract shaping modern NASCAR broadcasts. Richard Petty lauds his leadership and impact on American sport.
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Friends clash as Nadal meets Moya in French Open quarters
In Paris Nadal and longtime friend Moya prepare for a quarterfinal duel that pits national pride against the title chase. Nadal dominates Roland Garros this year, while Moya reaches the last eight at 35, aiming to derail Nadal and boost his own Grand Slam legacy.
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Wichita State edge Arizona to win Wichita Regional title
Wichita State pitcher Travis Bannart held Arizona to two hits over 7⅔ innings and Tyler Weber homered as the Shockers won 3-0 to capture the Wichita Regional. The 53-20 Shockers advance to a Super Regional against California-Irvine, ending a regional title drought since 1996.
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Williamsburg's Harris to star in 8-Man All-Star game
Williamsburg High School star Jared Harris will play in the 22nd Annual 8-Man All-Star football game in Beloit with a 2 p.m kickoff. The senior rushed for 83 tackles and 42 solo, earning unanimous all-league defense honors and Herald all-area first team. Harris also set a state squat record while 8-man power champ in 2006 and plans to attend Emporia State University in the fall.
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Foursome Wins Hickory Hollow Senior Scramble
The team of John Long, Gary Griffen, Tim Jones and Ed Scholtes shot minus 4 to win Monday's senior scramble at Hickory Hollow. Griffen and Eldon McCurdy were closest to the pin winners.
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