The Indian Express -- Sports

Tuesday, May 27 1997

Paes enters second round

Top-seeded Pete Sampras won his first-round match at the French Open today, taking a step toward winning the one Grand Slam title that eludes him. Sampras defeated France's Fabrice Santoro in straight sets 6-3 7-5 6-1. After a hard-fought second set, he dominated the final set, closing it out with a service break.

Bookies favour the Lankans

If bookies are to be believed, the odds are staked against Pakistan in the second final of the Independence Cup. Although betting in cricket is illegal in the subcontinent, that is one thing the police has been unable to check.

Bagan up in arms over Dalmiya's allegations

Calcutta's football giants Mohun Bagan have taken strong exception to Cricket Association of Bengal's (CAB) allegations that they had sabotaged the World Cup cricket semi-final match at the Eden Gardens last year. They have decided to confront CAB in this matter and will send a letter asking them to prove their charges within seven days.

National hockey format needs to be reviewed

Susanti unsure on retirement

French Fries -- Age is the limit for this teen sensation

Slaney sore with US track body

Pak hope to bloom at Eden Gardens

Sanghvi knocks out veteran Chandra

Ganguly, Venkatesh end up as losers

Frost tames Tiger

Two state players knocked out

Parikshit Shetty reigns supreme

The great Indian exit hurts.. but the show goes on

Turf will be ready for QFs, assures Ganesh

BEG score second win

Ranatunga exudes confidence