Watson wins World Series of Golf with 65 to 270 total
Tom Watson blasts a five under 65 at Firestone South to win the World Series of Golf by two strokes over Ray Floyd for a 72 hole total of 270, earning 1000000 dollars. Watson’s win makes him the first to top half a million in a single season while Nicklaus withdraws with back spasms.
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Watson Wins Championship as Trevino Finishes Fourth
In a tense final round, Tom Watson surged with birdies including a 30-foot 12th hole and a 5-foot birdie on the 16th to take a lead, finishing 10 under and securing the title. Lee Trevino finished tied for fourth after a 69, while Fuzzy Zoeller’s late drive trouble and a 73 left Sta dler eighth. Floyd posted a 65 but not enough for victory. Watson praised the aggressive round and lift clean and placing rule debate.
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Cardenal Haunts Indians in Royals Victory Comeback
Jose Cardenal, back in the majors with Kansas City, had two singles, an RBI, and a run as the Royals defeated Cleveland 7 to 5 for their 1,000th win in franchise history. The veteran outfielder debuted in right field after joining from the Mets and helped Kansas City extend its lead in the American League West.
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Guidry relieves Yankees as Gossage seals win over Angels
Howser mixed decisions and pressure from Steinbrenner face the Orioles clash while Guidry rediscovers his slider and Gossage finishes as the Yankees beat the Angels 4-2 to keep a half game ahead in the AL East. Bobby Murcer drives in the go ahead run with a sacrifice fly after Eric Soderholm's pinch hit single.
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Browns rally past Bears in 1980 preseason thriller
Browns coach Sam Rutigliano minimized the comeback as Cleveland erased a 28-6 halftime deficit to beat Chicago 33-31. Brian Sipe threw 313 yards and five TDs, including the game winner to Dave Logan, while the defense blocked a late 45-yard FG attempt. Rutigliano weighs backup QB options and notes defense needs improvement with young players stepping up.
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