Little Miss Wimbledon Marvel Sidelined by Defending Champ
Twelve year old Tracy Austin, the youngest player to reach Wimbledon centenary, lost 6-1 6-1 to defending champion Chris Evert on centre court. English press hailed her as a future tennis star and compared her to Alice in Wonderland and Shirley Temple in tennis shoes. Evert’s victory, while thorough, sparked a global sensation and a chorus of praise for the young American.
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Connors Downs Smith In Wimbledon Thriller
Jimmy Connors outlasted Stan Smith in a four hour five set victory 7-9 6-2 3-6 6-3 6-3 to reach the Wimbledon quarterfinals joining McEnroe Gerulaitis and Martin among the American men. Billie Jean King and Chris Evert advanced to set up a quarterfinal clash while Martina Navratilova and others contested the women's round.
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Smith rallies but falters in Wimbledon clash
At Wimbledon No. 1 Court 8,000 fans watched Smith surge to a 3-2 lead by collaring Connors and racing to the edge of a victory. An ace for 40 30 but two netted volleys doomed Smith as he squandered chances against a foe he has not beaten since 1974.
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White Sox regain first place with 8-1 win over Twins
Eric Soderholm homered and had three hits as Chicago beat Minnesota 8-1 in Bloomington. Chris Knapp pitched eight innings for the win, snapping a three game losing streak and improving to 6-4. Jim Essian also homered for the White Sox while Rod Carew extended his hitting streak.
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Royals power subdues A’s in 6-4 win at Oakland
The Kansas City Royals toppled the Oakland A’s 6-4 as four homers boosted the visitors. Rookie Joe Zdeb hit his first major league homer, a two-run shot off reliever Bob Lacey, joining Fred Patek's two-run blast.
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Murphysboro Native Jim Reeves Signs with St. Louis Cardinals
Jim Reeves of Murphysboro signs with the St. Louis Cardinals after a standout SIU career culminating in a College World Series third place. The left handed outfielder, drafted in the 16th round, moves to Calgary in the Pioneer League with manager Johnny Lewis. Reeves credits SIU coach Itchy Jones and early dedication for his pro dream.
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