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Grandstand

on BBC Television

Details of next week's Grandstand are shown on page 51

Introduced by David Coleman

Boxing in America at 1.5: Zora Folley v. Doug Jones
A 10-round heavyweight bout held in Madison Square Garden, New York
(A recording of the 'Gillette Fight of the Week')

Racing direct from Newbury
2.0 Dick Dawson Nursery Handicap (over 1 mile)
2.30 Hedge Hoppers' Hurdle Race (over 2 miles)
3.0 William Clark Handicap [over 6 furlongs)
3.30 Creslow Novices' Steeplechase [over 2 miles 160 yards)

International Swimming from Blackburn at 2.35, 3.5, 4.25: The Bologna Trophy
An Inter-Countries speed swimming contest between England, Scotland, and Wales

Rugby League direct from Headingley, Leeds at 3.40: The Yorkshire Cup Final: Hull Kingston Rovers v. Hunslet
The whole of the second half.

Sports Results and News Service at 4.40 approx. Football results from the teleprinter, Racing summaries, Classified football results

(While it is hoped to keep to the above timings they may be changed by events)

Contributors

Presenter:
David Coleman
Boxer:
Zora Folley
Boxer:
Doug Jones
Commentator (Boxing):
Don Dunphy
Commentator (Racing):
Peter O'Sullevan
Commentator (Racing):
Clive Graham
Television Presentation (Racing):
Dennis Monger
Commentator (Swimming):
Max Robertson
Commentator (Swimming):
Harry Walker
Television Presentation (Swimming):
Bob Duncan
Commentator (Rugby League):
Eddie Waring
Television Presentation (Rugby League):
Alan Hart
Programme edited by:
Ronnie Noble
Presented by:
Alec Weeks
Executive Producer:
Bryan Cowgill

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