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NBA: Record number of international players reach postseason

(Reuters) - The NBA postseason will have a distinct international flair with a record 62 foreign born players from 33 countries chasing a championship ring, the league said on Thursday.

Stanley Cup playoffs: the questions that face each team

(Reuters) - The 2017-18 NHL regular season has come to a close and now fans brace for two months of grueling hockey — the Stanley Cup playoffs. Over the years, the NHL playoffs have seen dramatic upheavals and witnessed new legends being born.

Flurry of fouls is hurting NBA: Bryant

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - NBA officiating has become too strict and is robbing the game of its physicality, helping less skilled players succeed while disrupting the flow of contests, five-time champion Kobe Bryant said on Wednesday.

Woods files entry to play U.S. Open in June

(Reuters) - Tiger Woods, fresh off competing in his first major championship since 2015, has filed an entry to compete in June's U.S. Open, the United States Golf Association said on Thursday.

Gatlin and Coleman form elite relay team

(Reuters) - World champions Justin Gatlin and Christian Coleman have formed their own relay team and will learn on Saturday how fast they can run.

Golf: Warren leads Spanish Open, amateur Pastor makes strong start

MADRID (Reuters) - Scotland's Marc Warren finished with five birdies in the last seven holes to lead the Spanish Open by one shot on six-under par ahead of local favorite Jon Rahm and Spanish amateur Victor Pastor after the first round on Thursday.