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The Sports Archives – The Championships, Wimbledon – 5 World Records

Posted on June 15, 2011 by thesportsarchives

Special Thanks to Author:  Jonathan Piggins The Championships, Wimbledon returns to the All England Lawn Tennis Club this June to see the greatest tennis stars in the world battle it out for the most coveted title in tennis. In preparation … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – Funny Sports Pictures – Series 2

Posted on June 9, 2011 by thesportsarchives

More funny pictures from The Sports Archives!       Posted: 06/09/2011

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The Sports Archives – 5 Facts about the French Open!

Posted on June 7, 2011 by thesportsarchives

Special Thanks to Author:  Jonathan Piggins The 2011 Roland Garros French Open is seeing some fantastic tennis – from Rafael Nadal’s fantastic form to Li Na’s historic entry as the first ever Chinese player to reach the French Open Final. … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – FIFA Women’s World Cup – Mia Hamm

Posted on June 6, 2011 by thesportsarchives

Mariel Margaret Hamm, better known as Mia Hamm, was born on March 17, 1972 in Selma, Alabama.  She played forward many years for the United States women’s national soccer team, and scored more international goals (158) than any other player, … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – Funny Sports Pictures – Series 1

Posted on June 4, 2011 by thesportsarchives

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The Sports Archives – More Indianapolis 500 Memories and Fun Facts

Posted on May 28, 2011 by thesportsarchives

Here are more interesting facts of past Indy 500 races: (see The Sports Archives – Indianapolis 500 Memories and Fun Facts ) •    Wilbur Shaw won the 1937 Indianapolis 500 by 2.16 seconds over second place driver Ralph Hepburn.  Shaw’s … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – Too Old to Skateboard?

Posted on May 26, 2011 by thesportsarchives

There are plenty of incredible older skaters out there and seeing them at the park or hearing about how Tony Hawk can still bust big vert tricks at the age of 43, just might be enough to send you running … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – Indianapolis 500 Memories and Fun Facts

Posted on May 25, 2011 by thesportsarchives

On May 29, 2011, everyone… “start your engines”… as the commencement of the 95th Indianapolis 500 and its 100th year anniversary will take place at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.  The race has run annual except for the battle years of … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives Greatest Moments – 1912 Indianapolis 500 Push to Finish

Posted on May 24, 2011 by thesportsarchives

Ralph DePalma was one of the greatest race car drivers in the early 20th century. He earned first place in the Indianapolis 500 in 1915 and had won nearly 2000 races, including 24 American Champ car races. However, before achieving … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – How a Fan Letter Contributed to Pitcher Steve Carlton’s Success

Posted on May 18, 2011 by thesportsarchives

From the book “You Can If You Think You Can’ by Norman Vincent Peale is a little known story about one of the best pitchers in baseball history.  Steve “Lefty” Carlton who spent most of his career with the St. … Continue reading →

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