Lakers survive Magic in OT in Game 2
Kobe Bryant scores 29 as Los Angeles wins 101-96 to take a 2-0 series lead. Pau Gasol adds 24 in overtime while Courtney Lee misses a potential winning layup for Orlando at the final horn. Lakers head to Florida for Game 3.
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Chiefs shed pounds during workouts
Kansas City players under Todd Haley have shed about 338 pounds since offseason conditioning, with Brandon Albert dropping over 30 pounds and Mike Cox trimming nearly 20. The leaner group reports improved quickness, stamina, and joint health, aiming for a healthier season after past injuries and a 2 14 record.
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Woods wins Memorial in 7 under 65 for fourth title
Tiger Woods answers doubters with a final round 7-under 65 at Muirfield Village to capture the Memorial Tournament, his 67th career win, edging Jim Furyk by one stroke after a dramatic finish featuring birdies and an eagle. Woods extended his dominance since knee surgery last year.
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Stewart wins first Cup race as owner at Pocono
Stewart, driving for his new team Stewart-Hass Racing after switching from Joe Gibbs Racing, won his 34th Cup race and first for the new outfit at Pocono Raceway. He came from the rear in a backup car, stretched fuel to the finish, and became the first owner/driver to win a points race since 1998.
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Summer Bird Triumphs at Belmont in Belmont Stakes
In a dramatic Belmont Stakes result Summer Bird, with jockey Calvin Borel, defeated Dunkirk and Mine That Bird to win the final Triple Crown jewel. Mine That Bird led mid-stretch before Summer Bird surged for a 2 3/4 length victory as Borel’s bid at a personal Triple Crown ended. Desormeaux, seeking a Belmont repeat, claimed victory with Summer Bird at 11-1. Charitable Man finished fourth.
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Federer wins French Open to complete career Grand Slam
Roger Federer captures his first Paris title, beating Robin Soderling 6-1 7-6 6-4 to join Pete Sampras and Ivan Lendl with a career Grand Slam and tie the all time major win mark at 14. Sampras lauds Federer while Nadal’s loss reshapes the era debate.
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