Per the Associated Press, Kenya's Salina Kosgei won the women's race and Deriba Merga of Ethiopia took first for the men in the 113th Boston Marathon Monday. Kosgei finished with a time of 2:32:17, just one second ahead of Ethiopia's Dire Tune. Merga clocked in at 2:08:42, nearly one full minute ahead of Daniel Rono of Kenya, and the USA's Ryan Hall.
Americans took third in both races, making this the best U.S. finish since 1985.
Twitterers followed the marathon every step of the way.
jawooten3At the #boston marathon. Just saw 2 soldiers in full fatigues with backpacks running. Inspiring.20 Apr 2009from Tweetie
sitbonesMy mind cannot comprehend running 26.2 miles in the Boston Marathon and losing the womens race by one second.20 Apr 2009from web
GoodMorningFab: virtually spectating Boston Marathon - such amazingly talented runners!20 Apr 2009from web
Andre Iguodala drained a pullup jumper with 2.2. seconds and Philadepelphia completed a furious 18-point comeback and win Game 1 at Orlando.
Iguodala's 22-foot game-winnger was sweet redemption for the shooting guard, who had missed two free throws with close to a minute left in the game.
Iguodala finished with with a team-high 20 points, eight boards and eight assists, and his winning bucket in the closing seconds overshadowed a spectacular night from Dwight Howard. The Orlando center shot 11-13 from the field and finished with a career playoff-high 31 points and 16 rebounds.
ESPN has a game recap and highlight video of Igudala's last-second dagger, and Monday morning fans were still reacting on Twitter to the playoff upset.
Per BBC Sport, the world's top tennis player Rafael Nadal won his fifth straight Monte Carlo title by defeating Novak Djokovic 6-3 2-6 6-1 in Sunday's final in Monte Carlo, Monaco.
Twitterers remain in awe of the 22-year-old's talent.
denfabi'd like to meet a person who can successfully argue that nadal isn't the king of clay. winning on (what seems to be) an off-day? just wow.19 Apr 2009from TweetDeck
Gloster_GalAnother fab day - I think so anyway - Nadal wins again and Everton beat the Scum :o)19 Apr 2009from web
arihazvamos Rafa you have done it again, You are truly the king of claycourt. Keep us smiling Rafael Nadal..we are smiling too19 Apr 2009from web
Per BBC Sport, Pakistan has been revoked any hosting rights for the 2011 World Cup by the International Cricket Council due to an "uncertain security situation." Pakistan along with India, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka were set to co-host the event, but due to the terrorist attacks that left seven Sri Lankan cricketers and an assistant coach injured in Lahore March 3rd the International Cricket Council has decided that is too much of a risk. "It is a regrettable decision but our priority is to deliver a safe, secure, successful event, " said International Cricket Council David Morgan. Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket board Ijaz Butt said, "It's a disappointing decision but it can't be helped. Nobody wants to play in Pakistan following the attacks in Lahore."
Twittiers reacted to the news.
adnansalimPakistan loses out on world cup cricket hosting. who do we blame? bad intel on foreign attacks? poor security for the lankans?17 Apr 2009from web
hammeruk14really sad news for PCB with the announcement of no world cup cricket matches to be played in pakistan understandable tbh but still sad17 Apr 2009from web
After a seven year drought, the Chicago Blackhawks returned to the playoffs with a thrilling 3-2 overtime win last night versus the Calgary Flames in Game 1 of the Western Conference quarterfinals.
Per ChicagoTribune.com, the electrified crowd of 22,478 at the United Center helped fuel Chicago's comeback win. Martin Havlat's first of two goals came with 5:33 left in regulation to tie the game at 2-2. With only 12 seconds into overtime, Havlat scored his second goal of the game to cinch the W for the 'Hawks.
ESPN highlights of the game:
Chicagoans share their excitement after last night's game on Twitter:
ghettosloth17:: the Blackhawks winning last night incredible for the fans and the city of Chicago ... keep it going, boys...17 Apr 2009from twhirl
boxwatcherI'm still pumped after that Blackhawks win last night. It was an amazing atmosphere at the UC. Hope they can build off that win..17 Apr 2009from web
bkeeleyGood to see the Blackhawks put the last one in the net late last night. Its been 12 years!17 Apr 2009from web
ChazammBlackhawks OT Winner!!! Revolution will be televised... Start your playoff beards now...17 Apr 2009from web
RyanBeardsleyBlackhawks and Bulls in the playoff's at the same time! Someone pinch me!17 Apr 2009from web
Fans even noted seeing Chicago Cubs players such as Mike Fontenot at the game:
tonyafatheadAND, loved seeing Cubs' players @ the Blackhawks game. Made me happy, but Fontenot better not be hungover for todays game! ;)17 Apr 2009from TweetDeck
scootermaccHopefully, the entire Cubs team watched the Blackhawks win last night. (>)17 Apr 2009from web
Chicago now has a 1-0 lead in the best-of-seven series. The next game is on Saturday, April 18 at 8 p.m. CT
jawooten3 At the #boston marathon. Just saw 2 soldiers in full fatigues with backpacks running. Inspiring.
sitbones My mind cannot comprehend running 26.2 miles in the Boston Marathon and losing the womens race by one second.
GoodMorningFab : virtually spectating Boston Marathon - such amazingly talented runners!
asbarber Watching the Boston Marathon is extremely inspiring... Go Steph and Nate!
movieloverron Avoiding the city at all cost due to the Boston Marathon. On the plus side, it's nice to have the day off.
AZMegaHomes Tracking friend in his mid-60's running the Boston Marathon today for 26th year straight! Track runner 21093 at BAA.org
