Historical Events
F1 World Champion
German Ferrari driver Michael Schumacher wins Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka to clinch his 3rd, and 1st of 5 straight F1 World Drivers Championships
- Musical "Peter Pan" starring Cathy Rigby, and filmed before a live audience, premieres on A&E TV
- Solheim Cup Women's Golf, Loch Lomond GC: Europe regains Cup 14½-11½; Carin Koch holes winning putt, coming back from 3 down to beat Michele Redman
About October 8, 2000
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 23 years, 6 months and 25 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: Come On Over Baby (All I Want Is You) - Christina Aguilera
#1 Song: Black Coffee - All Saints
