The New York Times – Sports:
The Heat are just the second eighth seed to reach the N.B.A. championship series. They beat Boston, the No. 2 seed, in the Eastern Conference finals.
Category: Records and Achievements
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Jim Brown Set Records With the Cleveland Browns Then Left on Top
The New York Times – Sports:
In the fraternity of N.F.L. standouts, Brown was revered for his dominance on the field and for his willingness to walk away on his own terms.
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Panthers Beat Hurricanes in Four Overtimes
The New York Times – Sports:
Four overtimes tested players and fans alike, but the game was hardly the longest in N.H.L. history.
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An Unexpected Open Water Challenge: 40 Miles Across Arizona
The New York Times – Sports:
Bone-chilling temperatures, dramatic scenery and road trip interludes make the SCAR Swim a fan favorite in the niche sport of open water swimming.
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Eliud Kipchoge’s Next Feat: The Tactical Boston Marathon
The New York Times – Sports:
The Boston Marathon, a tricky, hilly beast of a course, has humbled legends in the past. Can this master of speed tackle Heartbreak Hill?
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How Fast Is Eliud Kipchoge? This Treadmill Keeps His Pace
The New York Times – Sports:
Kipchoge, who will run his first Boston Marathon on Monday, holds the world record for 26.2 miles. This is what happens when mere mortals try to keep his pace.
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Tiger Woods Barely Makes the Cut at the Masters
The New York Times – Sports:
He finished Saturday’s weather-delayed second round at three over par for the tournament, making the Masters cut for a record-tying 23rd straight time. Brooks Koepka led at 12 under.
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Mikaela Shiffrin Breaks Ingemar Stenmark’s World Cup Record With 87th Victory
The New York Times – Sports:
Shiffrin has now won 87 World Cup races, passing Ingemar Stenmark’s record that stood for 34 years. Her ski racing career has been a master class in evading common pitfalls.