Johan Vansummeren
Belgian professional road cyclist
Competed in professional road cycling from 2002 to 2016. Achieved significant recognition during his career for excelling in one-day races and participating in grand tours. Contributed to various teams, most notably Garmin-Cervélo and Lotto-Soudal. Secured victory in the prestigious Paris-Roubaix race in 2011, a notable achievement in the cobbled classics. Demonstrated resilience and skill in navigating challenging terrains.
Won Paris-Roubaix in 2011
Rode for Garmin-Cervélo and Lotto-Soudal
Competed in Tour de France
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Jason Kapono
Basketball player, NBA champion
Born
February 4th, 1981 45 years ago
A professional basketball player, played in the NBA primarily as a shooting guard and small forward. He gained recognition as a proficient shooter, particularly during his time with the Miami Heat and the Toronto Raptors. Kapono won two NBA championships with the Miami Heat in 2006 and later became a key contributor for the Raptors. After college basketball at UCLA, he was selected in the second round of the 2003 NBA Draft. Throughout his career, Kapono was celebrated for his three-point shooting ability and earned All-Star recognition during the 2006-2007 season. He also played for other teams including the Philadelphia 76ers and the Charlotte Bobcats.
Continue ReadingFlorence LaRue
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Born
February 4th, 1944 82 years ago
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Basketball player, NBA athlete
Born
February 4th, 1998 28 years ago
A professional basketball player, played college basketball at the University of Kentucky. Entered the NBA draft after his freshman year and was selected by the Charlotte Hornets as the 11th overall pick in 2017. Played as a shooting guard known for scoring ability and three-point shooting. Later signed with the Los Angeles Lakers for the 2021-2022 season. Contributed to the team's performance in the playoffs.
Continue ReadingFriedrich Glauser
Austrian-Swiss author of crime novels
Born
February 4th, 1896 130 years ago
Died
December 8th, 1938 87 years ago — 42 years old
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Brazilian footballer and manager
Born
February 4th, 1972 54 years ago
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Continue ReadingGeorge A. Romero
Filmmaker, director of 'Night of the Living Dead'
Born
February 4th, 1940 86 years ago
Died
July 16th, 2017 8 years ago — 77 years old
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