On this Day in Sports History July 23
MLB
On this day in 1985, Oddibe McDowell of the Texas Rangers hit for the cycle against the Cleveland Indians. He became the first person in franchise history to achieve the feat.
On this day in 2001, New York Yankees pitcher Roger Clemens moved into fourth place on the all-time strikeout list, passing Tom Seaver.
On this day in 2009, Chicago White Sox pitcher Mark Buehrle pitched a perfect game against the Tampa Bay Rays.
NBA
On this day in 2001, the New York Knicks signed Allan Houston to a six-year, $100.4 million contract.
Golf
On this day in 2000, Tiger Woods won the British Open to complete a Grand Slam. He became the youngest player to ever achieve the feat at 24.
On this day in 2006, Tiger Woods won the British Open.
Bicycle Race
On this day in 2000, Lance Armstrong won this second straight Tour de France.
