The New York Times – Sports:
The stunning golf merger announced last week has raised many questions, and one big one is how will the Saudi wealth fund boss and the tour commissioner manage to work together?
Author: John Branch
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The Nuggets Are in the Playoffs Again. Hold the Champagne.
The New York Times – Sports:
Woe be to Denver, where the Nuggets’ playoff failures — 37 chances without a championship so far — haunt the city like the ghost of a bearded cartoon miner.
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How Qatar Keeps Its World Cup Stadiums Cool Enough for Everyone
The New York Times – Sports:
A mechanical engineer at Qatar University used giant tanks of cold water to create a cooling system in one of the hottest places on the planet.
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A Bitter World Cup Finish Brings a Chance for Team USA to Look Forward
The New York Times – Sports:
A loss stings for a young U.S. team, until it thinks about the future.
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How Japan’s Win Over Spain Knocked Germany Out of the World Cup
The New York Times – Sports:
Japan surprisingly emerged at the top of its group, and Spain also advanced. Those results meant Germany, a former champion, was eliminated.
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At the World Cup Iran’s Anthem Was a Tense Moment For Players and Fans
The New York Times – Sports:
While players halfheartedly sang, the anthem was met by a mix of cheers and boos from the stands.
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World Cup: England Beats Iran as Protests are Shunned
The New York Times – Sports:
Ticket confusion and the squelching of various forms of protest overshadowed a fairly routine victory.
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In Asian Town, Workers Who Built the World Cup Gather to Watch It
The New York Times – Sports:
Qatar’s big show would not have been possible without migrant workers. On Sunday, thousands gathered to gaze at some of their work.
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Hilaree Nelson, 49, Top Ski Mountaineer, Is Dead in Nepal Avalanche
The New York Times – Sports:
The first woman to lead a global team of adventurers, she made dozens of first descents from peaks around the world. Her body was found on Wednesday.