Bárbara Luz
Portuguese tennis player
Competed professionally in tennis, representing Portugal. Participated in multiple international tournaments, with appearances in the WTA and ITF circuits. Contributed to Portugal's presence in women's tennis through individual and team efforts.
Achieved career-high singles ranking of No. 127
Represented Portugal in Fed Cup competitions
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Japanese Sumo Wrestler, 14th Yokozuna
Born
May 28th, 1841 184 years ago
Died
September 16th, 1887 138 years ago — 46 years old
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May 28th, 1954 71 years ago
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April 16th, 1988 37 years ago — 33 years old
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May 28th, 1970 55 years ago
Died
December 3rd, 2002 23 years ago — 32 years old
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Grand Master of the Order of Saint John
Born
May 28th, 1663 362 years ago
Died
December 10th, 1736 289 years ago — 73 years old
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Baseball shortstop with All-Star selection
Born
May 28th, 1982 43 years ago
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Rabbi and educator, founded Lincoln Square Synagogue
Born
May 28th, 1940 85 years ago
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