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In 1960, Wilma Rudolph became the first American woman to win three gold medals in track and field at a single Olympics. As an Olympic champion in the early 1960s, Rudolph was among the most highly visible black women in America and abroad. She became a role model for black and female athletes; her Olympic successes helped elevate women's track and field in the United States. Rudolph is also regarded as a civil rights and women's rights pioneer. In 1962, Rudolph retired from competition at the peak of her athletic career as the world record-holder in the 100- and 200-meter individual events and the 4 × 100-meter relays. After competing in the 1960 Summer Olympics, the 1963 graduate of Tennessee State University became an educator and coach. Rudolph died of brain and throat cancer in 1994, and her achievements are memorialized in a variety of tributes, including a U.S. postage stamp, documentary films, and a made-for-television movie, as well as in numerous publications, especially books for young readers.

On that night in 1995, the Iron Man eclipsed the 2,130-consecutive games record set by Lou Gehrig. In the wake of the 1994 player’s strike, Ripken’s self-effacing progress toward the mark provided a positive narrative in the baseball world – at a time when the tension between the fans, players and owners seemed as unbreakable as Gehrig’s streak once did. But for Ripken, he was just doing his job. “I never really thought about the streak,” Ripken said to MLB. “I never really allowed myself to think about the streak. It was very simple, I wanted to come to the ballpark, I wanted to play, I wanted to help the team win.”

On September 4, 1994, Dan Marino threw for 473 yards and five touchdowns, leading the Miami Dolphins to a 39-35 comeback win against the New England Patriots. The Miami Dolphins, much to their surprise at the time, found University of Pittsburgh quarterback Dan Marino still available when it came time to make their first selection in the 1983 NFL Draft. Five other quarterbacks, including eventual Hall of Famers John Elway (first) and Jim Kelly (14th), had been taken before the Dolphins grabbed Marino with the 27th overall pick. It wouldn’t take long for the 22-year-old rookie to take over as the team’s starting quarterback. By the end of the 1983 season, Marino led the AFC in passer rating (96.0) and guided the Dolphins the AFC East Division crown. In 1984, Marino was named the league’s Most Valuable Player after setting NFL single-season records for passing yards (5,084) and touchdown passes (48). Marino’s 48 touchdown passes shattered the previous record of 36, held by fellow Hall of Famers George Blanda in the AFL (1961) and Y.A. Tittle in the NFL (1963). The Dolphins finished the regular season 14-2 and won the AFC Championship Game after Marino’s 421-yard, four-touchdown performance toppled the Pittsburgh Steelers, 45-28. In Super Bowl XIX, the Dolphins fell to the San Francisco 49ers, 38-16. Joe Montana threw for a Super Bowl-record 331 yards, followed closely by Marino’s 318, which tied Terry Bradshaw for the second most in history. Marino’s 29 completions set a then-Super Bowl record. Despite a red-hot start to his career, he never returned to the Super Bowl stage.

Ty Cobb recorded the final major league hit of his career—a pinch-hit double—on September 3, 1928, playing for the Philadelphia Athletics against the Washington Senators Hall of Fame: Ty Cobb may have been the best all-around baseball player that ever lived. But one thing is for sure: Cobb had a burning desire to win. "I never could stand losing,” he said. “Second place didn't interest me. I had a fire in my belly." Born on Dec. 18, 1886 in Narrows, Ga., Cobb grew up with a demanding father who would accept nothing but success. The drive to please his father remained with Cobb long after his father’s death and contributed to his intense drive to be the best. "(Ty) Cobb lived off the field as though he wished to live forever. He lived on the field as though it was his last day," said Hall of Fame executive Branch Rickey. After spending time in the South Atlantic League and with some semipro teams, Cobb joined the Detroit Tigers in 1905. He spent 22 seasons in Detroit and another two in Philadelphia. At the time of his retirement, he was attributed as the holder of more than 90 career or season records, including the all-time batting average mark of .366. Cobb was known for his aggressive base running style and his ability to hit to all fields. He won nine consecutive AL batting titles from 1907 to 1915 and three more in his career. He hit .320 or better for 22 consecutive seasons including over .400 three times. In 1909, he led the league in home runs for the only time in his career and won the Triple Crown. Cobb’s best offensive season was 1911 when he led the AL in every major offensive category except home runs including hits, runs, RBI, batting average and slugging percentage. He was named AL MVP. "He didn't outhit and he didn't outrun them, he out thought them," said Hall of Fame teammate Sam Crawford. Spending most of his career in the outfield, Cobb helped the Tigers win three American League pennants from 1907-09 and served as player-manager of the Tigers from 1921-1926. "I never saw anyone like Ty Cobb. No one even close to him. He was the greatest all time ballplayer. That guy was superhuman, amazing," said Hall of Fame manager Casey Stengel. In 1936, the first balloting was held for election to the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum. Cobb received the most votes of the five electees. “The greatness of Ty Cobb was something that had to be seen, and to see him was to remember him forever,” said fellow Hall of Famer George Sisler. Cobb passed away on July 17, 1961.

n September 2, 1965, Chicago Cubs legend Ernie Banks hit his 400th career home run during a 5–3 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals at Wrigley Field . Game DetailsThe Pitcher: Banks hit the milestone shot off St. Louis starting pitcher Curt Simmons. The Hit: It was a three-run blast in the third inning that also scored teammates Ron Santo and Billy Williams. The Milestone: Banks became just the 11th player in MLB history to reach 400 home runs. He was also only the second Black player to achieve the feat, joining Willie Mays.The Finish: "Mr. Cub" finished his Hall of Fame career with 512 total home runs.

Pittsburgh Pirates start what is believed to be first all-black line-up (including several Latinos) in MLB history‚ in 10-7 win v Philadelphia Phillies; includes future Hall of Famers Roberto Clemente and Willie Stargell

A player's lack of baseball sense is costing the team. Poor fly ball angles, missed cut-offs, and a costly caught stealing when down by runs. A true lack of game awareness. #BaseballFails #OutfieldPlay #GameSense #SportsAnalysis

Is Juan Soto really a team player? With his constant team changes, it raises questions about his clubhouse presence and impact on teammates. Analysis of his career moves and what it means for his legacy. #JuanSoto #MLB #BaseballAnalysis #Yankees #Mets

From Reggie Jackson to today's struggles with Volpe and Dominguez, the Yankees' infield performance is baffling. Is this the team Steinbrenner would have tolerated? Years of inadequacy raise serious questions. #Yankees #MLB #Baseball #Volpe #Dominguez