Rennie Stennett, Pirate Who Had Seven Hits in a Game, Dies at 72
A second baseman, he was part of baseball’s first all-minority lineup in 1971, along with the future Hall of Famers Roberto Clemente and Willie Stargell.
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Lee Evans, Olympic Runner Who Protested Racism, Dies at 74
One of several Black athletes who had threatened to boycott the 1968 Summer Games, he won two gold medals, then raised his fist at the presentation...
The Premier League Took a Knee. For Some, That’s Not Enough.
For 11 months, players across England have taken a knee to highlight racial injustice. But some fear the leagues who endorsed the protests will move on...
The Art of the Sneaker
A new exhibition in London charts the rise of global sneaker culture, from performance shoe to cult collector item. But do they belong in the museum?
N.B.A. Awards Picks: Why Stephen Curry Could Win M.V.P.
Denver’s Nikola Jokic separated himself early with historic play. Then Curry, who has won two Most Valuable Player Awards with Golden State, went on a historic...
Why Have There Been So Many No-Hitters in 2021?
Pitchers are better than ever. Hitters seem worse than ever. With five no-hitters by May 18, baseball is on a record pace. Here’s a look at...
Sabrina Ionescu’s First Triple-Double Leads Liberty Over Lynx
The Liberty star’s big night was a rarity in the W.N.B.A., but it was par for the course for her.
Turnbull Shakes Off Bad Feeling to Throw Season’s Fifth No-Hitter
Spencer Turnbull, a 17-game loser in 2019, became the second pitcher to no-hit the Seattle Mariners this month.
10 Memorable Moments From P.G.A. Championships
The tournament’s history includes brilliant play from the stars Tiger Woods and Gary Player, and the surprising winners Bob Tway and John Daly.
What Defines a P.G.A. Championship Golf Course? Excitement.
Unlike the other majors, the tournament has been moving around looking for compelling play for more than 100 years.
