U S Olympic Chances Improved by World Cup Victory
The United States won seven of 20 men’s events and two of 15 women’s events at the three day World Cup II in Montreal boosting Olympic hopes for 1980. Larry Myricks long jumped second best in history and Renaldo Nehemiah won the 110 hurdles as the U S relay team captured a key win.
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Watson Wins Hall of Fame in Sudden Death Playoff
Tom Watson defended his Hall of Fame title in a dramatic sudden death playoff at Pinehurst No.2 against Johnny Miller. Watson’s win pushed 1980 season earnings past $447,636 with a first prize of $45,000, amid questions about sponsor Colgate and the event’s future.
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Weaver Suspended as Orioles Sweep Sox in Doubleheader
Orioles manager Earl Weaver was suspended three games for questioning umpire Ron Luciano's integrity after a strikeout call in the first game. Baltimore swept Chicago 12-7 and 4-3 in 13 innings as Gary Roenicke tied the tie with a homer.
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Optimistic Look For the Big Five Football Coaches
Three Virginia Big Five coaches express optimism as season openers near. Virginia opens Sept 8 at Richmond, Virginia Tech at Louisville. preseason scrimmages show strong offense and standout play from Todd Kirtley Greg Taylor Tommy Vigorito and defensive intensity from Dick Bestwick and others.
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Irsay eyes multimillion demand list for stadium talks
Baltimore Colts owner Robert Irsay says he will present a multimillion dollar set of demands in talks with Governor Hughes over Memorial Stadium improvements. He hints at moving the team if needs aren’t met and cites potential sites in Los Angeles or Jacksonville as possible new homes.
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Spectacular Bid Returns to Track with Perfect Shoe Fit
Spectacular Bid came back at Delaware Park in an allowance race winning by 17 lengths. The 3-year-old son of Bold Bidder, ridden by a new jockey, set a track record in the 11 16 mile event while wearing a fitted shoe.
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