Sampras wins third straight Wimbledon title in return match with Becker
Pete Sampras dominated Boris Becker 6-7 6-2 6-4 6-2 in an exhibition on Centre Court to secure his third consecutive Wimbledon crown. Becker hailed Sampras as playing a different kind of power tennis, while Graf remained the only woman with more Wimbledon titles after her latest triumph. Sampras had 23 aces and five breaks, facing no break points as Becker shaded by his serving.
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NL stars feature new look
Arlington report notes a younger NL All-Star roster with 12 first timers under 30 led by Mondesi Perez and Sosa. Raul Mondesi and Carlos Perez are the youngest at 24, with Piazza back for his third appearance at 26. AL adds 12 first timers, including Manny Ramirez at 23, while several veterans remain.
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Gordon wins Slick 50 300 after bold two-tire pit move
Jeff Gordon dominates the Slick 50 300 at New Hampshire International Speedway from a 21st start, aided by Ray Evernham’s two-tire call. He leads 124 laps, regains the Winston Cup points lead, and expands the margin over Sterling Marlin as Earnhardt and Wallace collide and falter. Morgan Shepherd finishes second.
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Gordon balances fans, fame in NASCAR life
Jeff Gordon says he values fans and autographs but sometimes time constraints force him to pass. He notes fans understand and says he avoids explanations, while his family joins him at tracks and malls. In a season of heavy penalties, Dean Combs faces a $1,000 fine, part of NASCAR’s $200,000 year total to deter violations. Spencer's crash with Ward Burton adds to a season of chaos on the track.
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New Bern Post 24 Falls In Legion Playoff Series
Wayne County roared back with nine unanswered runs to defeat New Bern Post 24 13-8 in Game 3 at New Bern High School, sealing the series 2-1 and ending New Bern’s season. Post 24 finishes 12-13 after an 11-11 regular season, with coach Pete Hardee praising a tough, proud group of six seniors.
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