On this date in 1977, Roberto Duran earned a 15-round unanimous decision over Edwin Viruet at the Spectrum in Philadelphia. Duran, who ran his record to 62-1, retained the WBA, The Ring, and lineal lightweight titles.
The 1982 Boston Marathon remains one of the signature moments in the history of distance running. That day, 156 runners -- every one an American -- finished in 2:30 or better. By contrast, only nine logged 2:30 or better at the 2019 event.
Jim Murray wasn’t the best sportswriter in Los Angeles or the United States of America. He was the best sportswriter anywhere, anytime. The best there ever was.
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