Historical Events
Canadian Women's Open
Canadian Open Women's Golf, Angus Glen GC: Annika Sörenstam wins by 2 from Kelly Robbins
F1 World Champion
German Ferrari driver Michael Schumacher wins the Hungarian Grand prix at the Hungaroring to clinch his 4th F1 World Drivers Championship and equal Alain Prost's record of 51 Grand Prix victories
PGA Championship
PGA Championship Men's Golf, Atlanta Athletic Club: David Toms wins his first major title by 1 stroke from Phil Mickelson
2001 History
Famous Deaths
- Betty Everett, American southern soul singer and pianist ("Shoop Shoop Song (It's In His Kiss)"), dies at 61
- Donald Woods, South African journalist, anti-apartheid activist and author (Biko, Asking for Trouble), dies at 67
About August 19, 2001
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 22 years, 1 month and 3 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Fallin' - Alicia Keys
#1 Song: Let's Dance - Five
