Wilander wins French Open at age seventeen
Mats Wilander, 17, became the youngest French Open champion by defeating Guillermo Vilas in a four hour forty two minute final at Roland Garros. He recovered from a first set loss to win 1-6 7-6 6-0 6-4, earning $66,000 as Vilas took $33,000 amid record heat and cramps.
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Associated Press
New York Times
Paris
Mats Wilander
Sweden
Wilander
Guillermo Vilas
Vilas
Roland Garros
Bjorn Borg
Borg
Stadler Wins Kemper Open By Seven Strokes In Bethesda
Craig Stadler cruises to a dominant Kemper Open victory with a 275 total, extending his money lead to 312,058. Seve Ballesteros chats second place at 282 while Jack Nicklaus and Gil Morgan tie for third at 283. Stadler credits pro Nicklaus crowd and early birdies for momentum in final round.
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Bethesda, Md
Craig Stadler
Jack Nicklaus
Stadler
Gil Morgan
No.9
Nicklaus
Morgan
Seve Ballesteros
Spain
Carner cruises to LPGA McDonald's Kids' Classic win
JoAnne Carner known as Big Mama cruised to a six stroke victory in the LPGA McDonald's Kids' Classic at White Manor Country Club. She fired a 5 under par 67 in a rain interrupted final round to finish 12 under par 276 and claim 37500 dollars. Sandra Haynie finished runner up at 282 while Patty Sheehan and Kathy Postlewait trailed.
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Vern, Pa
JoAnne Carner
Big Mama
Carner
Ladies Professional Golf Association Tour
White Manor Country Club
Lpga Hall of Fame
Sandra Haynie
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