Historical Events
- Police fired tear gas at fans during a World Cup qualifying soccer game between Zimbabwe and South Africa, setting off a stampede that killed twelve people in Harare, Zimbabwe
Wimbledon Men's Tennis
Wimbledon Men's Tennis: American Pete Sampras wins 4th straight Wimbledon singles title; beats Patrick Rafter of Australia 6-7, 7-6, 6-4, 6-2 for his 13th Grand Slams title
Famous Deaths
- Doug Fisher, English actor (b. 1941)
Died in 2000 2000 Highlights
About July 9, 2000
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 23 years, 9 months and 25 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
#1 Song: Everything You Want - Vertical Horizon
#1 Song: Breathless - Corrs
