dead 81 days before his birthday

he wins his only Championship in 73

his win came 121 days before his birthday.

He is dead at the age of 79 and 41 days after his July 11 sacrifice Championship began

38 days from the day he actually won the championship on July 14th, He is dead at age 79

the picture Fox uses is from the 144th championship

They make a point to say he was first runner up FOUR times

4 is associated with death.