Ex Mountaineer Orlando to retire soon say Steelers
Morgantown veteran defensive back Orlando, released by Cincinnati, signed a one year contract with Pittsburgh with a 1999 option and said he plans to play one or two more seasons at most. He noted a family pact to retire if the Steelers reach the Super Bowl.
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El Guerrouj breaks 1 500m world record in Rome
Hicham El Guerrouj won the 1500 meters at the Golden Gala in Rome in 3 minutes 26 seconds, shaving over a second from Noureddine Morceli's prior record. He praised ideal weather and track conditions as he redeemed Olympic and Athens showings.
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German wins on Bastille Day in Tour de France stage
Jens Heppner of Germany edged Xavier Jan of France in the 105 mile Brittany stage to Lorient on Bastille Day. Bo Hamburger leads overall after finishing fourth while George Hincapie moves to second, two seconds behind. Heppner and Jan broke away at the end. Hincapie criticized their pace-setting.
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Champ Seeks Repeat Win At 18th BNI Golf Classic
Leigh Smith, a former fishing hobbyist now golf enthusiast, contends for the 18th annual BNI Championship at Glade Springs Resort. The Commonwealth Mine Supply manager from Oceana led after two rounds, then backed up a 11-under day at Grandview, edging Alan Wharton and Kelly Shumate for last year’s title as he chases back-to-back glory.
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Windy British Open tests Royal Birkdale golfers
Wind gusts up to 40 mph threaten scores at Royal Birkdale as players like Kuchar and Els warning par could win the Claret Jug. Tiger Woods clubs, O’Meara notes a two club wind while practice rounds yield long shots and tough lies.
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