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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1997
Page
9
The columnist denounces Mike Tyson after the ear biting incident against Evander Holyfield, blasting the sport's hype and culture. He cites Tyson's decline, the referee changes, fan behavior, and the broader disappointment in boxing and its legendary figures.
Tyson offered a public apology and accepted potential penalties after the Holyfield bout disqualification. He vowed to endure punishment to prove accountability, while officials outline possible fines up to 3 million dollars and suspensions. Nevada officials plan hearings within a week, with sports figures and fans reacting amid calls for sanctions and a possible class action over pay-per-view losses.
A selection of 10 satirical headlines from various newspapers reacting to the Tyson Holyfield fight. Poking fun at the bite incident, the items span Arizona to London and include playful quips on Tyson, Holyfield, and the fallout.
Houston Comets beat Los Angeles Sparks 71 46 as Janeth Arcain scored 17 including two clutch free throws in overtime. Arcain tied the game late in regulation and sealed the win with late free throws. Lisa Leslie had 21 points and 16 rebounds for the Sparks, Penny Toler 14 for LA. Wanda Guyton added 14 for Houston.
Box score shows boxers Duch and Lenka leading totals for Los Angeles as they defeat Houston 71-66. Team rebounds favor Houston 54 to 43 with Toler and Jackson among top playmakers, while fouled-out players not listed.
Elyria Post 12 dominated Marion with 16-5 and 10-2 wins at Ely Stadium, extending a five game streak. Matt Porras earned the opener win with an eight hitter and 12 strikeouts as Brian Johnson Ethan West Rob Askins Cameron Albright and others fueled a 28 hit, 12 inning performance. Elyria hosts Mansfield at 6 tonight.
Vermilion rider George Kubelik wins Super Stock at Norwalk Raceway Park defeating Maurice Edwards of Norwalk. Tom Gould of Lorain takes Stock final over Jet Chambers of Sheffield Lake. Oberlin’s Gene Adkins runner-up in Pro and Bob Loewe of Sheffield Lake second in Super Bike. Race results list multiple riders and times.
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