The Indian Express -- Sports

Monday, June 9 1997

Rana equals world record

Jaspal Rana has equalled the world record score while Abha Dhillon's disqualification brought contrasting emotions to the shooting event of the fourth National Games at the Jagdale N Radhakrishna Memorial Shooting Range yesterday.

Kuerten climaxes feat on clay

Gustavo Kuerten tore Sergi Bruguera's clay reputation to shreds at Roland Garros yesterday to secure a stunning 6-3 6-4 6-2 final victory and crown himself as the most unlikely men's champion in French Open history.

Australia have themselves to blame for their defeat

Australia paid the price for being in a confused state going into the Test at Edgbaston. This resulted in a poor batting display on the opening day and led to their eventual defeat by nine wickets.

Basak, Indu in finals

Bagga makes early exit

Flight of the experienced

Not ready to rest on her laurels

Joshi wins a thriller

Rosa Kutty, Paramjit corner glory

Shuttlers plan protest

Shearer strike floors hosts France

Hearts stop Rhino

In brief -- Srinath undergoes surgery in S Africa

Services dominate

Asha serves a double treat