September is an exciting month for sports fans! With MLB games, the NFL and college football kicking off, UFC fights, the Ryder Cup, and Formula 1 races, there’s plenty to enjoy. September 9 has seen some incredible moments in sports history. Here are a few highlights:
– 1841: Tom Hyer became the first American heavyweight boxing champion.
– 1909: Jack Johnson defended his heavyweight title.
– 1914: George Davis pitched a no-hitter against the Phillies.
– 1936: The Yankees clinched the AL pennant, the earliest in MLB history.
– 1940: Donald McNeill won the U.S. National Championships, now the U.S. Open.
– 1960: The Denver Broncos beat the Boston Patriots in the first AFL game.
– 1965: Sandy Koufax threw his fourth no-hitter and first perfect game.
– 1971: Gordie Howe retired from the NHL.
– 1979: John McEnroe won his first Grand Slam singles title.
– 1992: Robin Yount recorded his 3,000th career hit.
– 2006: Maria Sharapova won her first U.S. Open title.
– 2021: Tom Brady became the first player to start 300 NFL regular-season games.
Three athletes stand out from these events: John McEnroe, Randy Johnson, and Tom Brady. McEnroe was famous for his incredible shots and fiery temper. Johnson, a star pitcher, won five Cy Young Awards and helped the Diamondbacks win the 2001 World Series. Brady, a football legend, has seven Super Bowl titles and holds many NFL records. September 9 is a day to remember in sports!
