Historical Events
- 62nd Daytona 500: Denny Hamlin wins second straight title by 0.014 seconds over Ryan Blaney on the second restart in overtime; his third Daytona victory
Event of Interest
Amazon boss Jeff Bezos pledges $10 billion to help fight climate change
- General Motors announces it is retiring the Holden brand in Australasia
- India's Supreme Court grants equal rights to women in the armed forces
Laureus Awards
Laureus World Sports Awards, Berlin, Germany: Sportsman: Lewis Hamilton & Lionel Messi; Sportswoman: Simone Biles; Team: South Africa National Rugby Union team
Famous Deaths
Mickey Wright (1935-2020)
American golfer (13 major titles; 82 LPGA Tour wins), dies from a heart attack at 85
- Terry Lineen, New Zealand rugby union centre (12 caps; Auckland), dies at 84
Died in 2020 2020 Highlights
About February 17, 2020
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 4 years, 2 months and 21 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Aquarius
Holidays: Family Day (Canada), Washington's Birthday (United States)
Music Charts
#1 Song: The Box - Roddy Ricch
#1 Song: Blinding Lights - The Weeknd
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