December 13

Reginald Alexander Duff debuted for Australia in 1897 and quickly became known for his graceful batting style. He formed one of the first great opening partnerships in Test cricket, contributing to multiple century stands against England. Duff toured England in 1899, scoring heavily and helping Australia reclaim the Ashes. Despite his on-field successes, he struggled with health issues after retiring in 1905. His premature death at age 33 in 1911 cut short a life marked by sporting brilliance and personal challenges. Duff remains remembered as a pioneer of Australian cricket's golden era.

Lamar Hunt (1932–2006) was an influential American businessman and sports impresario who reshaped professional athletics in the United States. As co-founder of the American Football League in 1960, he played a pivotal role in merging it with the NFL and creating the modern Super Bowl. Hunt also established World Championship Tennis, accelerating the professionalization of the sport. Beyond football and tennis, he founded Major League Soccer and owned multiple sports franchises, including the Kansas City Chiefs. His entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to expanding sports entertainment left a profound legacy in American sporting culture.