Ali retires again announcing retirement in writing
Muhammad Ali told reporters he is finished fighting and has sent a retirement letter to World Boxing Association official Mike Mortimer. He stated he is in a position to go no further in boxing and cited his focus on family and faith.
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Scott Delivers Again as Royals Rally Past A's in 10th
George Scott, 35, homers not needed as his RBI single in the 10th gives Kansas City a 7-6 win over Oakland. Brett, Otis and LaCock also contribute in a tense extra frame. Other AL games feature Detroit over Boston 6-4 and Minnesota edging Milwaukee 8-7.
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McEnroe Faces Mottram In Explosive Wimbledon Duel
At Wimbledon John McEnroe, the American second seed, meets British No. 1 Buster Mottram in a high stakes second round clash on center court. McEnroe is aiming to extend form after a Davis Cup win over Mottram, while Mottram seeks revenge and containment of McEnroe’s booming serve. Spanning men’s singles, the day also sees Borg vs Amritraj and Navratilova amid family reunions and visa approvals surrounding the All England Club.
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Royals Top Madison Blue Jays for fourth straight win
Winchester Royals defeated Madison Blue Jays 6 2 in the Valley Baseball League behind Rick Farr and Jeff Reynolds homers and Chuck Lusted pitching. The win extends a four game streak for Staunton as Winchester eyes the first half division title and playoff berth.
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