October 01

This game marked the beginning of a tradition that endures as the pinnacle of Major League Baseball postseason play. The Boston Americans, later the Red Sox, faced the Pittsburgh Pirates at Huntington Avenue Grounds. The series showcased the sport's growing popularity in the United States. The Americans won the opening game, setting the tone for the best-of-nine series. Fans were captivated by the heightened stakes and national attention. The 1903 World Series laid the groundwork for American sports culture and annual fall competition.

At London’s Olympia venue on October 1, 1923, French sensation Georges Carpentier faced Joe Beckett for a heavyweight title match. Carpentier delivered a swift right-hand punch, ending the bout a mere twenty seconds into the first round. The rapid knockout stunned spectators and cemented Carpentier’s reputation as a formidable puncher. Beckett, once Britain’s top heavyweight, never recovered from the sudden defeat. This legendary victory boosted Carpentier’s international fame and remains one of boxing’s most dramatic moments.

Dubbed the 'Thrilla in Manila', the third boxing match between Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier took place on October 1, 1975, at the Araneta Coliseum. The grueling contest pushed both fighters to their limits in oppressive heat and humidity. After 14 punishing rounds, Frazier's corner stopped the fight, giving Ali a technical knockout. The bout is widely regarded as one of the greatest in boxing history due to its intensity and drama. It cemented Ali's legacy and marked the end of their storied rivalry. To this day, the 'Thrilla' remains a benchmark for sporting endurance and willpower.

After the match, fans rushed to exit through narrow gates. Mismanaged crowd control and limited exit routes triggered panic and a fatal stampede. Over 135 people were trampled and suffocated in the crush. The tragedy is one of the worst stadium disasters in history. It spurred national mourning, investigations, and promises of stadium safety reforms across Indonesia.