Next Week

An army of the afternoon of more than 8,000 runners will be heading for the Pru in the Boston Marathon. Kenny Moore tells who gets the laurel, as Bill Rodgers defends his championship against all comers, including an injury-free Frank Shorter.

WHO WILL MASTER THE MASTERS? An odd field tees off at Augusta, smaller than usual and studded with fresh-faced pros, any one of whom could win. Also on hand are Watson, Player, Trevino and a man named Nicklaus. Dan Jenkins reports.