What Happened on July 11, 2021

Historical Events

Branson Flies to the Edge of Space

Billionaire Richard Branson flies to the edge of space on his Virgin Galactic rocket plane in space tourism test

Copa América Final

Copa América Final, Estádio do Maracanã, Rio de Janeiro: Argentina beats Brazil, 1-0; Lionel Messi named player of the tournament in his first major international title victory

Rare mass anti-government protests across Cuba due to economic hardships and effects of COVID-19 led to widespread arrests

UEFA European Championship Final

UEFA European Championship Final, Wembley Stadium, London: Italy wins first Euro title since 1968, 3-2 on penalties over England after scores locked at 1-1 AET

Wimbledon Men's Tennis

Wimbledon Men's Tennis: Novak Đoković claims a record equalling 20th Grand Slam title; beats Matteo Berrettini of Italy 6-7, 6-4, 6-4, 6-3

Events in 2021

Famous Deaths

Charlie Gallagher, Scottish soccer inside forward (2 caps Republic of Ireland; Celtic, Dumbarton), dies at 80
Charlie Robinson, American actor (Night Court, 1984-92 - "Mac"; Hart of Dixie), dies of glandular cancer complications at 75
William Albert Penn, American composer (Living in the Next Great Ice Age; Garland Songs), educator, and record producer, dies at 78

Died in 2021 2021 Highlights