What Happened on June 10, 2000

Historical Events

Belmont Stakes

132nd Belmont: Pat Day aboard Commendable wins in 2:31.20

French Open Women's Tennis

French Open Women's Tennis: France's Mary Pierce beats Conchita Martinez of Spain 6-2, 7-5 for her 2nd and last career Grand Slam singles title and her 1st singles title at Roland Garros

  • Stanley Cup Final, Reunion Arena, Dallas, TX: New Jersey Devils defeat Dallas Stars, 2-1 in double OT for a 4-2 series victory

Famous Weddings

  • "Live! with Kelly and Michael" executive producer Michael Gelman (38) weds CBS's Early Show correspondent Laurie Hibberd (36) at a Long Island estate

Famous Deaths

  • Brian Statham, English cricket fast bowler (70 Tests, 252 wickets @ 24.84), dies at 69

Hafez al-Assad (1930-2000)

General and President of Syria (1971-2000), dies of a heart attack at 69

  • William McMillan, American sports shooter (Olympic gold 25m rapid fire pistol 1960; World C'ship gold 1952), dies at 71
Died in 2000 2000 Highlights

About June 10, 2000

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 23 years, 10 months and 19 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Gemini

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Maria Maria - Santana Featuring The Product G&B
  • UK #1 Song: It Feels So Good - Sonique