Horse race of a different color in Kyrgyz mountains
Two Khirgiz riders raise galloping horseback game their riding crops in a recently in their mountain ous region of the Soviet Union where riding com pettions are very popular. Soviet sportsmen in the Khirgiz specially bred these horses for participating in the competitions. Because of the rugged terrain in the area-many mountain paths are still impassable to motor vehicles-horses are commonly used for day-to-day locomotion as well as sport. (AP Wirephoto)
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Renee Richards Case Pushes Human Rights in Sport
A state Supreme Court ruling allowing transsexual Dr. Renee Richards to compete in the U S Open signals a broader push for human rights in sports. The piece argues for tolerance over protection of the game and notes historic racial barriers and labor rights gains shaping athlete freedoms.
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North breaks through to win Westchester Classic title
Andy North, 27, claimed his first pro golf title by two strokes at the Westchester Classic in Harrison New York. He finished 12 under par 272, ahead of George Archer who shot 67 in the final round. North overcame back pain and a discouraging PGA season, securing $60 000 and moving his year total to $112 687 as he joined the ranks of first time winners this season.
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Cubans Aim For World Cup Records In Duesseldorf
Cuban stars Alberto Juantorena and Alejandro Casanas expect more world marks at the World Cup in Duesseldorf after shattering records at the World University Games. Juantorena clocked 1 43.4 in the 800 meters and Casanas ran 13.21 in the 110 meters hurdles. They compete for the Americas team as six finals are set at Sofia based meet.
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Debbie Austin extends long-awaited win string
Debbie Austin captured the Wheeling LPGA Classic by one stroke over Hollis Stacy, tying a tournament record 209 and earning 7,500. The win marks her fifth tour victory this season and extends her stretch of wins after a nine-year wait. Stacy birdied late but fell short.
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Agony and joy mix as Bucs stun Packers in preseason
Tampa Bay coach John McKay savors a rare win after the Buccaneers upset Green Bay 10-7 to end a 19-game skid. The victory followed by news that No 1 quarterback Mike Boryla would be out or limited, signaling a setback for the team.
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Farmington edges into Connie Mack lead
Farmington and South Lexington remain unbeaten as the Connie Mack Baseball World Series enters its fourth day. Baltimore plays Toledo and Bayamon faces Corpus Christi in early double elimination games while Independence rests with a bye. Farmington previously beat Baltimore 4-3, Independence topped Toledo 5-4, and Corpus Christi eliminated San Pedro 4-0.
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Retiring Robinson recalls his greatest World Series thrill
Brooks Robinson, famed Baltimore third baseman known as The Human Vacuum Cleaner, retires after a 23 year career. He calls the 1966 World Series his biggest thrill and notes his 1964 AL MVP and a late season pinch hit homer as personal highlights.
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