May 05

Events - Sports

1904day.year

Pitching against the Philadelphia Athletics at the Huntington Avenue Grounds, Cy Young of the Boston Americans throws the first perfect game in the modern era of baseball.

Cy Young pitched the first perfect game in modern Major League Baseball history for the Boston Americans against the Philadelphia Athletics.
On May 5, 1904, at the Huntington Avenue Grounds, legendary pitcher Cy Young achieved baseball immortality by throwing the first perfect game of the modern era. Facing the Philadelphia Athletics, Young retired all 27 batters he faced without allowing a single baserunner. His pinpoint control and strategic mastery showcased his enduring skill and sportsmanship. The feat stood as a testament to Young's place among the sport's greatest pitchers. Even decades later, his name remains synonymous with pitching excellence.
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1973day.year

Secretariat wins the 1973 Kentucky Derby in 1:59.4, an as-yet-unbeaten record.

Secretariat won the 1973 Kentucky Derby in record time (1:59.4) on May 5, 1973, a record that still stands.
On May 5, 1973, the legendary thoroughbred Secretariat captured the Kentucky Derby title in 1:59.4. His dominant three-length victory shattered the existing track record by over two seconds. Secretariat’s powerful stride and speed amazed spectators and cemented his status as a racing icon. He was ridden by jockey Ron Turcotte and trained by Lucien Laurin. This performance set the stage for his Triple Crown sweep later that year. Decades later, Secretariat’s Derby record remains unbroken and celebrated by racing fans worldwide.
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