Borg predicted to win sixth Wimbledon singles crown
A seven former champions poll in London forecasts Bjorn Borg will capture his sixth consecutive Wimbledon singles title opening Monday. Evonne Goolagong Cawley Althea Gibson Alice Marble Arthur Ashe and Tony Trabert backing Borg, with Bobby Riggs and Jack Kramer unsure. Ashe notes Borg’s past dominance and expects another Borg John.
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Wimbledon McEnroe final sparks bold title talk
Wimbledon chatter centers on Borg McEnroe as contenders. Analysts like Ashe Trabert Riggs and Kramer weigh chances, with Connors and McEnroe touted as current threats. Borg's form and rest called pivotal as past finals echo famous duels, including last year's dramatic five setter.
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Chronicle-Telegram front page uses Jerry Rombach editorship
Local newspaper credit lists Jerry Rombach as editor on the 1981 June 21 issue. Details cover standard front page content and staff attribution for the Chronicle Telegram.
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Elyria Legion Wins Pair In Full Count Baseball Note
Elyria Legion posted a doubleheader sweep in a full count contest with solid hitting and pitching. The team secured two wins as key players delivered timely hits and strong defense to close out both games.
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Burns holds lead at U S Open with clutch relief on 11th
George Burns extended his edge to three strokes after a 2-under 68 on Merion's 6528 yards. He survived a waist-high brush relief on the 11th that could have derailed his round, and he credited the break for keeping him in front of David Graham and Bill Rogers who trailed by one and two shots respectively.
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Burns breaks through on famed Merion hole in Open lead
George Burns, at 203 after three rounds, bogeyed the famous Lith hole but benefited from the immovable obstruction rule to drop for a free shot. He rebounded with four birdies total, finishing three ahead of playing partner David Graham as the U S Open moved toward its final rounds.
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Campo says Prince Fortune has no chance in Ohio Derby
North Randall AP John ny Campo the outspoken trainer who predicted Pleasant Colony’s Kentucky Derby victory says his Ohio Derby entrant Prince Fortune is facing a hopeless task. The 12-1 shot, ridden by Frank Lovato Jr. from the No 2 gate, has run twice this year and earned $12,000. The field includes Paristo the 2-1 favorite after winning the Illinois Derby and placing in the Preakness.
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Cavs sign Wilkerson in ongoing offer sheet strategy
Cleveland signed Chicago forward Bobby Wilkerson to an offer sheet worth 350000 annually. The Bulls have 15 days to match. Wilkerson joins Scott Wedman and James Edwards as Cavs targets amid a wave of recent offers.
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Paristo and Hapley's Nest Among Belmont Stakes Contenders
The Ohio Derby place is highlighted as Paristo with jockey David C. Ashcroft drew No. 5, while Hapley's Nest with Robin Platts drew No. 1. Trainer Gil Rowntree notes Hapley's Nest tends to loaf when ahead. Classic Go Go is 5-2 in the program from No. 4, Pass The Tab at 7-2 in No. 7. Sunday’s winner nets $90,000.
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