Sports · 1986
Gods, Gloves, and Green Jackets in 1986
In 1986, sports history was forged through unforgettable individual brilliance and dramatic team triumphs that captivated fans worldwide. From Diego Maradona's unforgettable World Cup exploits to Jack Nicklaus's miraculous Masters charge, it was a breathtaking year of legendary drama.
- June 22, 1986 | Mexico City, Mexico
Diego Maradona's Hand of God and Goal of the Century
Diego Maradona scored two iconic goals against England in the World Cup quarterfinals, combining controversial cunning with sublime skill to seal a 2-1 victory.
- April 13, 1986 | Augusta, Georgia
Jack Nicklaus Wins His Sixth Masters Title
At age 46, Jack Nicklaus shot a legendary final-round 65 to become the oldest golfer ever to win the Masters Tournament.
- October 27, 1986 | Flushing, New York
New York Mets Win the World Series
After a miraculous Game 6 rally aided by Bill Buckner's error, the Mets defeated the Boston Red Sox in Game 7 to capture the title.
- January 26, 1986 | New Orleans, LA
Chicago Bears Dominate Super Bowl XX
The ferocious 1985 Chicago Bears defense crushed the New England Patriots 46-10 to cap off one of the most dominant seasons in NFL history.
- November 22, 1986 | Las Vegas, Nevada
Mike Tyson Becomes Youngest Heavyweight Champion
A 20-year-old Mike Tyson demolished Trevor Berbick in two rounds to win the WBC heavyweight belt and become the youngest heavyweight champion ever.
- July 27, 1986 | Paris, France
Greg LeMond Wins the Tour de France
Greg LeMond overcame internal team rivalry to become the first American cyclist to ever win the prestigious Tour de France.
- April 20, 1986 | Boston, Massachusetts
Michael Jordan Scores 63 Points Against the Celtics
Michael Jordan set an NBA playoff scoring record with 63 points against the Boston Celtics, prompting Larry Bird to declare him 'God disguised as Michael Jordan.'
- June 8, 1986 | Boston, Massachusetts
Boston Celtics Capture 16th NBA Championship
Led by MVP Larry Bird, the Boston Celtics capped off an incredible 67-15 season by defeating the Houston Rockets in six games for the NBA title.
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