Sports · 2015
Dynasties, Miracles, and Historic Broken Droughts
The year 2015 reshaped sports history with legendary streaks shattered and decades-long championship droughts finally coming to an end. From thrilling last-second goal-line interceptions to historic racing triumphs, unforgettable drama captivated fans across the globe.
- June 6, 2015 | Horse Racing | USA
American Pharoah Ends 37-Year Triple Crown Drought
American Pharoah stormed down the stretch at Belmont Park to become horse racing's first Triple Crown champion since 1978.
- February 1, 2015 | NFL | USA
Malcolm Butler's Super Bowl XLIX Goal-Line Interception
Undrafted rookie Malcolm Butler intercepted Russell Wilson at the one-yard line with seconds remaining, securing the New England Patriots' 28-24 victory.
- July 5, 2015 | Soccer | Canada
USWNT Dominates Japan to Win Women's World Cup
Carli Lloyd scored a stunning hat-trick within the first 16 minutes to lead the United States to an explosive 5-2 victory in the final.
- June 16, 2015 | Basketball | USA
Golden State Warriors Capture First NBA Title in 40 Years
Stephen Curry and the small-ball Warriors defeated LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers in six games to launch a modern basketball dynasty.
- November 15, 2015 | MMA | Australia
Holly Holm Stuns Ronda Rousey at UFC 193
Holly Holm delivered a shocking second-round head-kick knockout to shatter Ronda Rousey's undefeated reign in front of a record crowd.
- September 11, 2015 | Tennis | USA
Roberta Vinci Upsets Serena Williams at the US Open
Unseeded Italian Roberta Vinci shocked the tennis world by defeating Serena Williams in the semifinals, halting her quest for a historic calendar-year Grand Slam.
- May 2, 2015 | Boxing | USA
Floyd Mayweather Defeats Manny Pacquiao
After years of anticipation, Floyd Mayweather outmaneuvered Manny Pacquiao over 12 rounds in the highest-grossing match in boxing history.
- November 1, 2015 | Baseball | USA
Kansas City Royals Win First World Series Since 1985
The resilient Kansas City Royals staged a ninth-inning comeback in Game 5 against the New York Mets to clinch their first MLB championship in 30 years.
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