Sullivan Wins Indy 500 After Stunning Spin Save
Danny Sullivan clinched his first Indianapolis 500 victory in a dramatic race that featured a 360 degree spin near the lead. He regained speed to finish 3.4 seconds ahead of Mario Andretti, with Roberto Guerrero third and Al Unser and Johnny Rutherford close behind.
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Former cabbie's unlikely rise to polis 500 winner
Sullivan, a former taxi driver who ferried New York City passengers and later drove in Europe, clinched Sunday's Indiana polis 500. He recalls rugged early jobs, a European driving streak, and a pivotal pit stop that gave him control after tangling with Mario Andretti. He fought back, keeping focus as he sped toward victory.
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Herr the hero again in Cardinals 7 2 victory
Tom Herr again led the St. Louis Cardinals with two hits and two RBIs in a 7-2 win at Cincinnati. Herr drove in a run with a sacrifice fly and an RBI double to lift his average to .385 as the Cardinals, 21 20, moved above .500 for the first time this season. Manager Whitey Herzog credited Herr's steady play as the club improved defense and winning form. Danny Cox improved to 5 1 with six strikeouts in a complete game victory.
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Full 200 laps unofficial finish Sun-Sun Indianapolis 200 mph list
Unofficial order shows three drivers completed all 200 laps with Danny Sullivan first at 152.982 mph. The field includes Mario Andretti second with 200 laps, and Roberto Guerrero third with 200 laps. Several incidents include crashes and mechanical failures ending many competing entries before the finish.
Foyt’s day ends in the pits at Indianapolis 500
A.J. Foyt exited his Coppenhagen-Gilmore car on the 64th lap with a broken right wing and uncontrollable handling. Smoke rose as mechanics tried repairs but the car was retired. Foyt remained unhurt and signed a fan photo on his way to Gasoline Alley. He noted wing failure ruined the race after ten laps, amid a history of mechanical troubles at Indianapolis.
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Celtics Lakers Renew Title Rivalry In NBA Opener
Boston and Los Angeles renew their tense rivalry as the opening game of their best of seven NBA championship series. Magic Johnson notes the excitement of Boston vs L A, with recent title lessons guiding both teams. Game 2 arrives Thursday, then the schedule moves to Los Angeles and Boston.
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Waltonville Spar tans reach Class A title with strong hitting
Waltonville coach Mike Estes says Breese Central has risen in form as both teams prepare for the 4 p.m. championship at Waltonville. Breese Central, 30-3-1, advanced with a 2-1 win over Freeburg while Waltonville beat Marissa 6-3. Breese features Scott Thomas at .412 and Alan Hoh at .356 with 49 RBI by Todd Dressler. Nowicki hits .423 and Johnson leads pitching at 18-1 with Strieker, Strubhart strong on mound.
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