1.   But the ice worked for many of the skaters, giving them the chance to record personal bests and break national records.

2.   If the Giants continue at their current pace, they will not only break team records but they will come close to breaking league records.

3.   That the Lakers have won three straight to avert a road-trip disaster and even their post-All-Star break record is impressing no one.

4.   Pak was not having one of the precise, tenacious performances that helped her break records.