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Creator, with jockey Irad Ortiz Jr, and Destin, with jockey Javier Castellano, race to the finish during the 148th running of the Belmont Stakes on Saturday.

Creator Takes The Belmont Stakes In A Photo Finish

by The Associated Press

The 3-year-old colt beat Destin by a nose, coming from behind down the stretch. It was the fourth time the Belmont was decided by a nose — the closest possible margin of victory.

Euro 2016 Fans Brace For Heightened Security

by Esme Nicholson

The European soccer championship is second only to the World Cup in TV viewership. But this year's events might be more subdued than usual. Security fears could keep the crowds down in many cities.

The Week In Sports

The Golden State Warriors took game 4 of the NBA finals Friday night, going up 3-1 in the series over the Cleveland Cavaliers. NPR's Tom Goldman joins NPR's Scott Simon to talk about he game, and the Stanley Cup finals.
Author Karen Grigsby Bates with the late Muhammad Ali.

Muhammad Ali Kissed Me Once

by Karen Grigsby Bates

It wasn't what you think, but it was certainly a story. I was lucky enough to meet him a few times over several decades, but the first time was the most memorable.