September is a big month for sports fans. Major League Baseball is in full swing, the NFL season kicks off, college football gets rolling, and there’s excitement from the Ultimate Fighting Championship, the Ryder Cup, and Formula 1 racing. September 20 has seen some unforgettable sports moments over the years.
Here are a few highlights from that date:
– 1902: Jimmy Callahan of the White Sox pitched a no-hitter against the Tigers.
– 1907: Nick Maddox of the Pirates also threw a no-hitter, this time against the Superbas.
– 1913: Francis Ouimet won the U.S. Open, his only title.
– 1919: Babe Ruth hit his 27th home run, tying the record for the most in a season.
– 1924: Grover Cleveland Alexander notched his 300th win.
– 1939: Joe Louis defended his heavyweight title by knocking out Bob Pastor.
– 1987: Walter Payton scored his 107th rushing touchdown, setting an NFL record.
– 2013: Alex Rodriguez hit his 24th career Grand Slam, breaking an MLB record.
– 2020: Bryson DeChambeau won the U.S. Open, claiming his first major title.
Three standout athletes from September 20 are Billie Jean King, Walter Payton, and Alex Rodriguez. King was a tennis legend and a champion for women’s rights. Payton, known as “Sweetness,” was a beloved running back for the Chicago Bears. Rodriguez, or “A-Rod,” made history with his powerful hitting.
These moments remind us why we love sports!
