Watson Seeks U S Open Title As Open Threat To Nicklaus
Tom Watson, hailed as Nicklaus's heir, aims to win the U S Open at Cherry Hills. He emphasizes self-control, explains strategic on-course risk, and seeks the national championship, the defining goal of his season. Mantle Jr. also shines in a separate driving contest in Texas.
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NHL approves 30 second timeouts and overtime proposal
The NHL plans a 30 second team timeout per game after stoppages and a potential five minute sudden death overtime, with a related change to faceoff circle decor. In Buffalo a judge rejected Gregory Neelds bid to try out for the Sabres citing he is not legally blind. In tennis, Roscoe Tanner and others win first round matches in Birmingham as Wimbledon warmup coverage continues. Lary Sorensen named AL Player of the Week for June 5-11 after two complete game wins and a solid stretch with Brewers.
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Referees protest rejected over disallowed World Cup goal
FIFA Referees Commission and the World Cup organizing committee dismissed Brazil s protest against Welsh official Clive Thomas for disallowing a goal scored after official time ended. Thomas blew the final whistle as the ball arched toward the goal and a Brazilian headed in after the whistle.
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Texas League Action Sees San Antonio Rout Midland and More
Texas League results feature San Antonio crushing Midland 9-2 with Kelly Snider and Mark Bradley driving in four. Arkansas edged Shreveport 8-5 behind Dave Bialas’s four RBI. Jackson split with Tulsa 2-1 and 3-2. pitchers Holman and Arrington picked up wins while Sando and Allen took losses.
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Walton Mayor Reaps Fame From Belmont Triumph
Walton Kentucky is abuzz as 18 year old Steve Cauthen, a local jockey, rode Affirmed to victory in the Belmont Stakes, completing the Triple Crown sweep after wins in the Kentucky Derby and Preakness. Mayor William King notes the town’s growing recognition as a result.
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