Argentina Crowned World Cup Champions After Dramatic Win
Argentina defeated the Netherlands 3-1 in overtime to win the World Cup, with Mario Kempes scoring two goals and Daniel Bertoni adding another. Coach Cesar Luis Menotti praised the team’s unity as celebrations erupted across Buenos Aires and beyond.
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Indians back expansion plan in mood of support
Cleveland Indians said to back expansion if the idea returns, as they split a doubleheader with Toronto. Mike Howell drove home the winning run in the 2-1 opener, and Andre Thornton hit his 12th homer in a 3-2 nightcap victory. Rick Wise won his fifth despite a 7-3 record, Sid Monge secured the save, while Buddy Bell left with a back muscle strain.
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Tribe signs Lansford in MLB draft move to Batavia
Cleveland Indians top pick Phil Lansford 18 from Santa Clara Calif signs with the club and will report to the Batavia New York Class A farm team this week. He stands 6 2 and 195 pounds and is brother of Carney Lansford of the California Angels. Lansford was the 10th overall first round pick in the summer draft.
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Borg seeks third Wimbledon title in 1978 quest
Bjorn Borg, 22, defends his Wimbledon crown aiming to become the first man in 42 years to win three straight titles. He says emotions exist off court, though he hides them on court. Connors looms as top rival. Evert faces Navratilova in a dramatic Eastbourne result. Wade, Turnbull, King, and Goolagong also noted as threats.
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Kehl sets course record to win Elyria City Golf title
Elyria’s Rick Kehl, a left handed Meadowbrook golfer, fired a 67 at Meadowbrook Golf Course to clinch the Elyria City Championship with a two under 142 total. He edged Bob Maiolo Jim Couch and Bill Krosky who tied at 144. Sherman Jones won the Double A class with 152.
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