What Happened on December 1, 2002

Historical Events

  • Davis Cup Tennis, Paris: Mikhail Youzhny beats Paul-Henri Mathieu 3-6, 2-6, 6-3, 7-5, 6-4 to give Russia 3-2 win over France; only time in event history that a 2-set deficit turned around in a live 5th rubber of a Final

Famous Deaths

  • Dave McNally, American baseball pitcher (MLB All Star 1969-70, 72; World Series 1966, 70; Baltimore Orioles), dies from lung cancer at 60
Died in 2002 2002 Highlights

About December 1, 2002

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 21 years, 4 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Sagittarius

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Lose Yourself - Eminem
  • UK #1 Song: If You're Not The One - Daniel Bedingfield