W.N.B.A. Finals Storm-Aces Preview: A Battle of M.V.P.s

The Las Vegas Aces have A’ja Wilson, and the Seattle Storm have Breanna Stewart. Their teams went toe-to-toe during the regular season, and the finals should be no different.

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Eliud Kipchoge Emerges as the Philosopher-King of Running

He is already the greatest marathoner ever, but Kipchoge, who competes in London on Sunday, has evolved into something of a Zen master as well. Where does that come from? Look to his heritage.

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Oakland Get a Playoff Shot at the Astros

The A’s got their first postseason series victory since 2006, and they will now face a Houston team that has become their nemesis.

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Preakness Stakes Experts’ Picks and Predictions: Who Will Win?

Joe Drape and Melissa Hoppert look at the contenders for the 145th Preakness Stakes on Saturday in Baltimore.

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2020 French Open: What to Watch on Friday

Simona Halep and Amanda Anisimova meet in the third round, while a slew of young talents on the men’s side look to set personal records on the Grand Slam stage.

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The Miami Heat Were Hot. Now They’re Hurting.

A wave of injuries helped wipe out Miami’s big lead over the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 1 of the N.B.A. finals. The fallout now threatens the series.

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Joe Laurinaitis, a Star as Tag Team’s ‘Animal,’ Dies at 60

As one of the Road Warriors, he brought a muscled flamboyance to professional wrestling.

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