The Athletic Publishes Puzzle No. 639 Answers, Rates June 24 Sports Connections 2.5 of 5
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Updated · The New York Times · Jun 24
The Athletic Publishes Puzzle No. 639 Answers, Rates June 24 Sports Connections 2.5 of 5
3 articles · Updated · The New York Times · Jun 24
Summary
Puzzle No. 639’s full solution was released on June 24, with The Athletic rating the Sports Edition board a 2.5-out-of-5 difficulty.
Four hint words previewed the categories before the reveal: DISCUS, FLURRY, BRAND and RACE.
The completed groups were throwing events; quick runs of activity; NBA Draft No. 1 picks—BRAND, TOWNS, WALL and WORTHY; and “_____ track” terms.
The Athletic also promoted a limited-edition Soccer Edition tied to the summer World Cup, while the next Sports Edition puzzle is scheduled for midnight local time.