Boston Marathon lifts bids for tribute runners
Runners affected by the 2013 Boston attack sought entry to the 2014 Boston Marathon, prompting the B A A to award about 500 special bids among 1199 applicants. Many cited healing through running, with dozens sharing emotional essays about the finish line and community support, while organizers highlighted victims and responders.
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Prizefighter Carter dies at 76 in ongoing racial injustice saga
Rubin Hurricane Carter, the boxer imprisoned for three murders in 1966 Paterson New Jersey, died at 76 confirmed by associate John Artis. Convicted in 1967 and 1976, he was freed in 1985 after convictions were set aside amid advocacy and public outcry linked to the Hurricane song and films.
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Wawrinka Wins Monte Carlo Masters In All Swiss Final
Stanislas Wawrinka defeats Roger Federer 4-6 7-6 6-2 to capture Monte Carlo Masters in his first title after rallying in the final. Federer falters late in the second set as Wawrinka's aggressive backhand turns the match. In Fed Cup, Caroline Garcia and Virginie Razzano lead France to a 3-2 victory over the United States.
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Oklahoma City Leads Playoff Series 1-0 in Quarterfinals
NBA playoff brief notes Oklahoma City up 1-0 in the conference quarterfinals with Golden State and Los Angeles Clippers also leading their series. Home teams favored as the coverage lists teams in caps and marks underdog status.
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Kansas University Two Day Sports Calendar Brief
Kansas University events schedule lists soccer against FC Kansas City reserves at 5 p.m. Free State High today hosts boys golf at SM East Invite at 1 p.m. Boys tennis at Topeka Invite at 3 30 p.m. Baseball vs. Olathe East at 5 30 p.m. Tuesday entries appear incomplete.
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Record-setting hits and historic NBA season highlights
The summary notes Eddie Murray’s switch-hit homer to fuel the Indians 10-6 win over the Twins in 1994. It recalls the 1996 Bulls clinching a 72nd win and Jordan earning his eighth scoring title with a 103-93 win over Washington. It also marks Phil Humber’s perfect game for the White Sox in 2012, a 4-0 victory against the Mariners.
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