Vikings stun Packers 10 7 in upset to open season
The Minnesota Vikings pulled off a surprising 10 7 upset over the defending champion Green Bay Packers on a 12 yard field goal by Fred Cox with eight seconds left. Zeke Bratkowski threw two late interceptions as Green Bay failed to close out the game.
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Associated Press
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Shenandoah Downs Rider Sylvia Gene Sets First Women 300
Sylvia Gene of Philadelphia bowled the first perfect 300 game by a woman in the match me competition at Shenandoah Downs.
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Philadelphia
Saldivar Retains Featherweight Title In Mexico City
Vincente Saldivar of Mexico stopped Howard Winstone of Wales to retain the world featherweight title in Mexico City.
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Small Wins Triple at Shenandoah at Charles Town
Stanley Small captured the first Shenandoah at Charles Town triple, tying for the meet lead with Eddie Cape and Dean Johnston Jr. He rode six mounts, won on Poullain Nude Pleasure and Wounded Knee, while just missing two more winners in photo finishes. Attendance was 6763 as Shenandoah closed seven-night run with strong handle and a 10-sprinter feature field lined up tonight.
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Baker and Dodge Charger Win National 500 Race
Buddy Baker of Charlotte won the National 500 at Charlotte Motor Speedway, his first Grand National victory. He led from 100 miles remaining, averaging 130.186 mph in a Dodge Charger built by Ray Fox. The race featured heavy action including Richard Petty's Plymouth, a major spinout on lap 197, eight cautions, and top finishes by Dodge entrants.
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Unitas Signs For 375000 With Colts
Baltimore star John Unitas agreed to a three year deal worth about 375000 joining Carroll Rosenbloom in locking in top football earnings. The veteran quarterback, 34, aims to balance playing income with off season money while the Colts formalize the contract amid minimal fanfare.
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Bud Grant Brings CFL Experience to Vikings Coaching
Bud Grant becomes Minnesota Vikings head coach after spending a decade coaching in the Canadian Football League. He brings professional gridiron experience to the NFL franchise.
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