What happened on Sunday March 02, 1986?

Here's what happened on March 02, 1986:

• Jari Kurri's overtime goal leads Oilers to 2-1 victory over Flyers On March 2, 1986, Jari Kurri scored his second goal of the game 1:29 into overtime, leading the Edmonton Oilers to a 2-1 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers. The game was tied 1-1 after regulation, with Kurri's first goal in the second period and the Flyers' equalizer by Tim Kerr. The win gave the Oilers an eight-point lead over the Flyers in the overall league standings. source: washingtonpost.com
• Kenny Knox wins Honda Classic Kenny Knox secured his first PGA Tour victory at the 1986 Honda Classic, held at the Tournament Players Club at Eagle Trace in Coral Springs, Florida. Despite a challenging third-round 80 amid 45 mph winds, Knox rallied with a final-round 70 to finish at 1-under-par 287, edging out four players—Andy Bean, Clarence Rose, John Mahaffey, and Jodie Mudd—by one stroke. Notably, Knox was a Monday qualifier for the tournament, making his win particularly remarkable. source: washingtonpost.com
• Santa Anita Handicap becomes first million-dollar purse race On March 2, 1986, the Santa Anita Handicap, known as the 'Big 'Cap,' became the first handicap race to offer a million-dollar purse. The event featured a competitive field, with Greinton securing a thrilling victory over Herat. This milestone marked a significant moment in horse racing history, highlighting the sport's growing popularity and financial stakes. source: latimes.com
• Protesters attempt to halt Land Rover sale to U.S. On March 2, 1986, protesters in the United Kingdom tried to prevent the sale of the Land Rover motor company to a U.S. corporation. This event was part of a broader political debate over the privatization of British industries and concerns about foreign ownership. source: washingtonpost.com
• Mary Beth Zimmerman Wins LPGA Golf Tournament Professional golfer Mary Beth Zimmerman secured victory at the Uniden LPGA Golf Invitational, showcasing her skill and competitive prowess in women's professional golf.

Events in 1986

March 02, 1986: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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March 02, 1986 was a Sunday and it was the 61st day of the year 1986 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 02, 1986 can also be written as 3/2/1986 in the US and as 2/3/1986 in UK and Europe.

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Famous people born on March 02, 1986:

• Ethan Peck

  Ethan Peck is an American actor best known for his role as Spock in the television series 'Star Trek: Discovery' and 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds.' He is also recognized as the grandson of legendary actor Gregory Peck. [bio]

Famous people born in 1986

Famous people born on March 2nd

Famous people died on March 02, 1986:

• Cesare Polacco

Famous people who died in 1986

Famous people who died on March 2nd

March 02, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 02, 1986 was Kyrie by Mr. Mister, according to the music chart for the week February 24th and March 2nd.

1. Mr. Mister - Kyrie
2. Whitney Houston - How Will I Know
3. Starship - Sara
4. James Brown - Living In America
5. Sade - The Sweetest Taboo

March 02, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on March 02, 1986 was When The Going Gets Tough (The Tough Get Going) by Billy Ocean, according to the music chart for the week February 24th and March 2nd.

1. Billy Ocean - When The Going Gets Tough (The Tough Get Going)
2. Diana Ross - Chain Reaction
3. Madonna - Borderline
4. A-ha - The Sun Always Shines On TV
5. Su Pollard - Starting Together

March 02, 1986: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 02, 1986 was Do Me Baby by Meli'sa Morgan, according to the music chart for the week February 24th and March 2nd.

1. Meli'sa Morgan - Do Me Baby
2. Yarbrough & Peoples - Guilty
3. Whitney Houston - How Will I Know
4. Rene & Angela - Your Smile
5. Force M.D.'s - Tender Love

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 2nd is Pisces.

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Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.

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March 02, 1986: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 02, 1986 is Tiger and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on March 02, 1986 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 02, 1986 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on March 02, 1986 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 48% full, rising at 11:58 pm and setting at 10:21 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 24, 1986 while the next full moon would come on Mar 26, 1986.

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Someone born on March 02, 1986 is:

40 years 2 months old,

or 482 months and 22 days old,

or 2099 weeks

or 14693 days old,

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 02, 1986?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on March 02, 1986.

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