On this day: August 19
Boxer Faces Six Opponents in One-Night Exhibition, August 19, 1913
On August 19, 1913, a professional boxer took part in an extraordinary exhibition card in which he met six brief opponents in one evening—a stunt common in vaudeville-era boxing exhibitions that showcased stamina and crowd entertainment rather than sanctioned championship competition.
Fan Interference Costs Pitcher No-Hitter in August 1986
On August 19, 1986, a Major League Baseball pitcher's bid for a no-hitter was spoiled when a spectator reached over the railing and disrupted a play. The ruling and aftermath stirred debate about spectator interference and stadium sightlines.