Sports · 1915
Speed, Turf, and Ring Champions of 1915
Amidst the growing global shadow of World War I, the sports world delivered unforgettable milestones of endurance, speed, and history-making breakthroughs. From historic triumphs on the racetrack to iconic shifts in boxing and baseball, 1915 showcased legendary athletic brilliance.
- April 5, 1915 | Boxing | Cuba
Jess Willard Dethrones Jack Johnson
In a brutal 26-round bout in Havana, giant Jess Willard knocked out Jack Johnson to claim the World Heavyweight Championship.
- May 8, 1915 | Horse Racing | USA
Regret Wins the Kentucky Derby
Chestnut filly Regret led wire-to-wire at Churchill Downs, becoming the first female horse to ever win the prestigious Kentucky Derby.
- May 6, 1915 | Baseball | USA
Babe Ruth Hits First Career Home Run
Boston Red Sox pitcher Babe Ruth smashed a pitch from New York's Jack Warhop over the right-field fence for the first of his 714 career home runs.
- March 26, 1915 | Ice Hockey | Canada
Vancouver Millionaires Win Stanley Cup
Led by Cyclone Taylor, the Vancouver Millionaires swept the Ottawa Senators to become the first West Coast team to capture the Stanley Cup.
- May 31, 1915 | Auto Racing | USA
Ralph DePalma Wins Indianapolis 500
Driving a Mercedes, Ralph DePalma averaged nearly 89 mph over 500 miles to capture his lone victory at the historic Brickyard.
- October 13, 1915 | Baseball | USA
Boston Red Sox Win the World Series
The Boston Red Sox defeated the Philadelphia Phillies four games to one, bolstered by dominant pitching and star rookie Babe Ruth.
- June 12, 1915 | Tennis | USA
Molla Bjurstedt Claims U.S. Tennis Title
Norwegian-American player Molla Bjurstedt defeated Hazel Hotchkiss Wightman to win her first of a record eight U.S. National singles championships.
- June 18, 1915 | Golf | USA
Jerome Travers Wins U.S. Open Golf Championship
Renowned amateur Jerome Travers held off the field at Baltusrol Golf Club to claim a memorable victory in the U.S. Open.
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