ABC Drops TV Deal For Kiev AAU Russia Meet
NEW YORK The American Broadcasting Company and the State Committee for Television and Radio for the USSR voided their contract to televise the proposed AAU Russia track meet in Kiev on July 5. The decision followed a conflict between ABC and the AAU over television rights.
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Ali teases retirement as Foreman fight looms
Texas Sport notes Muhammad Ali tongues in cheek about retirement. He hints a Frazier bout after a hypothetical win and hedges on facing Foreman, while a potential Bugner upset could force a real farewell. Ali’s exact plans remain unofficial amid bravado and mock certainty.
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Silk Stockings Favored in Monticello Stakes Race
Silk Stockings the world champion pacing filly is the early 4 5 choice to win the New York Sires Stakes at Monticello Raceway. Preston Burris will drive the horse as she faces seven other 3 year old fillies in pursuit of a fourth straight victory.
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Actress Connie Stevens seeks Las Vegas IVA franchise
Connie Stevens said she is negotiating to buy a Las Vegas franchise in the International Volleyball Association for the 1976 summer season. She is in talks with league president David L. Wolper as the IVA expands from California and Texas to Nevada.
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South Korea Triumphs Over Canada In Early Volleyball Action
In Montreal the South Korea women defeated Canada 15-2 15-6 15-9 in the opening round of the International Competitions 1975 volleyball event. Bulgaria routed Japan 15-4 15-8 15-4 in the same session as the series previews Olympic events to be held this summer.
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Field advantage figuring changed
The NFL plans to award home playoff games by regular season records, not rotation. Oakland would host Buffalo and Miami would host Pittsburgh under last season’s standings, reshaping potential post season matchups and stressing the importance of all 14 games.
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Texan tops Nastase at Wimbledon in five sets
Sherwood Stewart, a former IBM salesman turned pro tennis player from Goose Creek Texas, defeated fifth seed Ilie Nastase 8-6 6-8 6-2 1-6 6-3 in a five set Wimbledon match amid a record crowd of 37,081. Stewart credited targeting Nastase's backhand and endured cramps with salt tablets and glucose.
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AL roundup and MLB results in brief
The roundup highlights AL and NL results with notable performances. The Indians sweep the Red Sox. Yankees beat Orioles to move ahead in the AL East. White Sox top Rangers. Royals and Astros win in tight finishes. Dodgers fall to Astros. Phillies edge Pirates in 13 innings as Seaver and Bald win. Beachcomber leads Summer Mixed bowling league standings and scores, with multiple players posting high games.
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Life on the road Racers' lodging at Pocono Raceway
At dusk in the Pocono Raceway infield weary racing personnel settle for home on wheels and sleeping bags as the 500-mile Indianapolis style race nears. Many sleep in motor homes or trucks while some stay in motels to escape resort prices, often sharing space with crew or relatives. Motels sometimes add a 15 percent gratuity for racers who are labeled rowdy and messy, with isolation of racers in certain sections.
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Baseball Standings and Results Show Midweek Action
Baseball standings reflect Cleveland over Boston and New York over Baltimore with Milwaukee edging Detroit. National League East and West races mix with several games and lineups listed, including pivotal clashes between Pittsburgh and Chicago and other NL matchups.
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Two Run Homers Spark Texas League Wins
Texas League teams won on two run homers as a doubleheader and rainout affected the schedule. Alexandria beat Lafayette 3-1 in the opener with Marc Rhea's two run shot in the 10th, then Drillers won 9-6 on Jack Clark’s two run homer and five Aces errors. Midland edged San Antonio 3-2 on Wayne Tyrone’s 12th homer. Jackson beat Arkansas 3-1 as rain postponed El Paso at Shreveport. Tonight San Antonio visits Midland and Lafayette travels to Alexandria with more doubleheaders on tap.
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Port Lavaca Women’s Tennis Club Meets Tonight
The newly formed Port Lavaca Women’s Tennis Club will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday to organize a beginner clinic. The session at 2103 Jackson St. is open to all interested, with eight current members led by co-chairs Mrs. Sam Clegg and Mrs. Adrian Kamm.
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Hatch Bend Country Club Members Notice
Hatch Bend Country Club members are advised that on the afternoon of a pending date action affecting club affairs will be considered. Details remain to be announced by club officials and notices will be issued through official channels.
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