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U.S. hopes to get out of Africa with victory against ZimbabweHARARE, Zimbabwe -- With John McEnroe making his debut as U.S. captain, Andre Agassi of Las Vegas leads an injury-depleted American team against Zimbabwe in the first round of the Davis Cup this weekend, while Australia opens defense of its title against Switzerland.In other World Group ties, the Czech Republic plays host to Britain, Italy travels to Spain, Russia is at home against Belgium, Slovakia plays host to Austria, France plays at Brazil, and Germany is home vs. the Netherlands. FULL TEXT Prep standout set to pick schoolThe announcement should come today.Lynn McGruder, considered the state's top football prospect by recruiting experts, said he will announce today which school he will attend. McGruder, a defensive tackle at Cheyenne High School, said the choice is between UNLV and Tennessee. FULL TEXT
"Absurd thought," Andre Agassi called it. "Way too premature" even to think about, he said. "Absolutely, absolutely an over-the-top accomplishment that we will very highly likely never see in our life," he later argued. COLUMN: Richard Eng Quick trivia question: Who won the finale of last year's "Champions on Fox" series, the $1 million Pacific Classic? Don't rush. Today at Santa Anita By Richard Eng First Post 1 p.m. Race 1-1 1/8th miles (turf), Purse $47,000, Maiden special weights, 4 and up Breko-His two best turf races came on SA sod; Nakatani will keep him covered up until they turn for home. U.S. hopes to get out of Africa with victory against Zimbabwe HARARE, Zimbabwe -- With John McEnroe making his debut as U.S. captain, Andre Agassi of Las Vegas leads an injury-depleted American team against Zimbabwe in the first round of the Davis Cup this weekend, while Australia opens defense of its title against Switzerland. COLUMN: Jeff Wolf It can be frustrating as a reporter to wait around for an interview only to have the subject decide he doesn't feel like talking. Force qualifies first at Winternationals POMONA, Calif. -- "It's just good to start the season." John Force echoed the sentiments of the estimated 750 race teams and about 8,000 fans attending the 40th annual Winternationals on Thursday that opened the 2000 National Hot Rod Association Winston Drag Racing season. IRL gets major financial boost from Internet search engine The Indy Racing League found the light, hours before its season opener last week. The glow was about 50 million watts. COLUMN: Royce Feour Mike Tyson's trip to England last week was a bigger success than anyone could have expected. Far bigger. Las Vegan Crayton says career might hinge on tonight's fight The St. Louis Rams proved that the difference between winning and losing can be very thin. The Rams went from being one of the worst teams in the NFL last season to Super Bowl champions this year. Record marathon field eyed The Las Vegas international Marathon events will have a record field of 8,000 runners this year despite a much smaller purse, said executive director Al Boka. Lady Rebels fall to Rams on final shot Somehow, in the face of unbelievable shooting by Colorado State, UNLV managed to create some drama Thursday night. Durango wins with late pins Review-Journal Luke Doty and Mike Chapa knew they needed pins for Durango's wrestling team to have a chance Thursday night against Western. Sports briefs Panthers' Lane faces drug, weapon charge JACKSON, Tenn. -- Fred Lane of the Carolina Panthers was arrested Thursday on a drug and a weapon charge. Defending champ wins pole position for 24-hour race Associated Press DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. -- James Weaver captured the pole for Saturday's Rolex 24 at Daytona, the second year in a row the Dyson Racing Team has started from the inside spot on the front row. Prep standout set to pick school The announcement should come today. Lynn McGruder, considered the state's top football prospect by recruiting experts, said he will announce today which school he will attend. 'Throwback' Jensen main man for Utes He's not the biggest or the strongest. He's not the swiftest or the quickest. He's not the best shooter or the top scorer. Colorado State shuts down Air Force Associated Press FORT COLLINS, Colo. -- Colorado State used a couple of first-half scoring runs to break open the game and defeat Air Force 71-52 on Thursday. | |||||||
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