Kōko Tsurumi
Japanese gymnast with Olympic success
Competed in artistic gymnastics, achieving notable success at international competitions. Represented Japan at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, securing a bronze medal in the women's team event. Also participated in various World Championships, contributing to Japan's standings in the sport.
Won a bronze medal in the 2016 Rio Olympics team event
Competed in multiple World Championships
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Darius Johnson-Odom
American basketball player, NBA D-League MVP
Born
September 28th, 1989 36 years ago
Professional basketball player began career after playing college basketball at Marquette University. Played for several teams in the NBA, including the Dallas Mavericks and the Los Angeles Lakers. Achieved notable success in the NBA Development League, earning MVP honors in 2012. Played internationally in various leagues, showcasing skills and scoring ability across different competitions.
Continue ReadingAdam Thompson
Northern Irish footballer, played for Bury
Born
September 28th, 1992 33 years ago
Born in Northern Ireland, played professional football as a defender. Started career at Dungannon Swifts in the NIFL Premiership, showcasing talent that led to a move to England. Joined Bury in 2014, contributing to the team's defense in League One. Later moved to various clubs including Bangor City, continuing to play at the semi-professional level.
Continue ReadingAiden Moffat
British race car driver, BTCC competitor
Born
September 28th, 1996 29 years ago
This individual is a British race car driver who has competed in the British Touring Car Championship (BTCC). Starting racing at a young age, involvement in various junior categories laid the foundation for a professional career in touring car racing. Achieving notable success in the BTCC, this driver became one of the prominent figures in the series, recognized for both talent and performance on track. The year 2021 marked a significant milestone when this driver secured the first championship win for a car manufacturer in a British Touring Car Championship event, contributing to further development in the sport and manufacturer representation.
Continue ReadingPanna Udvardy
Hungarian tennis player and doubles champion
Born
September 28th, 1998 27 years ago
Hungarian tennis player competed professionally primarily in singles and doubles. Achievements include reaching the quarterfinals of the 2021 French Open women's doubles event. Udvardy garnered multiple titles on the ITF Women's Circuit, contributing to her ranking within the top 100 of the Women's Tennis Association rankings. In addition to her success in doubles, she has also participated in various WTA tournaments, showcasing talent and competitiveness on the international stage.
Continue ReadingBen E. King
Singer-songwriter of 'Stand By Me'
Born
September 28th, 1938 87 years ago
Died
April 30th, 2015 11 years ago — 76 years old
A prominent American singer-songwriter and record producer, contributed significantly to the music scene from the 1950s onward. Gained fame as a member of The Drifters, serving as the lead singer on hits like 'There Goes My Baby' and 'Save the Last Dance for Me'. Launched a successful solo career with the release of 'Stand By Me' in 1961, a song that became a classic and has been covered by numerous artists. Continued to write and perform throughout his life, leaving a lasting legacy in the music industry until passing away in 2015.
Continue ReadingKayla Day
Tennis player with junior Grand Slam title
Born
September 28th, 1999 26 years ago
Achieved recognition as a professional tennis player. Won the Wimbledon Junior Championships in 2016, marking a significant milestone in a budding career. Competed in various professional tournaments, including the US Open and Australian Open, showcasing talent on an international stage. Reached a career-high ranking of world No. 48 in singles in 2017. Played in several doubles events, contributing to overall rankings and experience.
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