Courier seals US Davis Cup win in decisive singles
In Rotterdam, Jim Courier outplayed Jacco Eltingh 6-3 6-4 4-6 6-1 to clinch the United States Davis Cup semifinal spot after Pete Sampras lost to Richard Krajicek. The U S advances to face Sweden while Germany meets Russia. Sweden, Germany and Russia also won Sunday matches 3-2.
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Bat gate mystery unfolds as corked bat swap shocks majors
In a Cleveland Indians versus Chicago White Sox series a corked bat seized from Albert Belle was stolen from an umpire locker room at Comiskey Park. The original bat was later reportedly returned but officials say it is unclear if it is the same bat. Indians GM John Hart says the incident was not criminal and will involve disciplinary action after league review. Umpire Dave Phillips questions whether the returned bat is definitively the same item.
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Keenan Named Coach GM of St. Louis Blues
Mike Keenan officially takes over as coach and general manager of the St. Louis Blues after a 24 hour agreement on a five year deal. His return to NHL leadership follows a high profile stint with the New York Rangers and prior coaching roles in Philadelphia Chicago and the Blues.
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Kentucky football player shot dead at birthday party
University of Kentucky offensive guard Trent DiGiuro died after a shooting at a birthday gathering near campus. Police treat the homicide as unsolved with no leads or suspects. Teammates and coach Curry describe a nightmare scenario as the team copes with a third athlete death in 15 months.
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Armstrong becomes latest rider to quit Tour de France
American Lance Armstrong joins the growing list of DNS in the Tour de France. With Indurain leading and Alps ahead, Armstrong agrees with Motorola to skip the upcoming stage and focus on the one day world championship in Sicily. He trailed by over 26 minutes and faced slim chances to overtake the leaders.
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Kinston’s Kirkreit Dominates Spirits in 6-4 Win
Daron Kirkreit pitched six innings of one hit ball with 11 strikeouts to lift the Kinston Indians to a 6-4 victory over the Winston-Salem Spirits at Grainger Stadium. Juan Andujar went 2-for-3 with two runs and a first inning homer, as Kinston built a 6-0 lead before holding on.
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Brazil Wins World Cup in a Hard Fought Final
Brazil defeats Italy 3-2 to claim the World Cup, with Daniele Massaro missing a key chance for Italy as Roberto Baggio limped through the final. Dunga and Bebeto led Brazil while Pagliuca made crucial saves. The win ends a 31 month tournament journey begun with 146 nations in qualifying.
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British Open final round shakes leads and slumps
Parnevik surged to within one of Price at the 17th as Zoeller, Forsbrand, James, and Feherty chased a British Open title. Faxon faded with a 73 to 274, Watson struggled with consecutive double bogeys, and a missed short putt sealed his fate amid a dramatic finish.
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Norman fails to defend Open title after tough putting day
Greg Norman remained in contention at the British Open through all four rounds but missed key putts from ten feet, finishing 4-under 276 after rounds of 71 67 69 69. He blamed the defeat on the putting green despite a strong overall showing.
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Faldo tops Open with late surge to tied lead
Nick Faldo closed with a 6-under 64 for a 5-under 275 total, a dramatic turnaround after a disaster first round. He described the tournament as a real mixed bag after a 75, 66, and 70 in the prior rounds as he climbed into contention.
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