Historical Events
- 156th Grand National: 10-year-old 16/1 shot Monty's Pass, ridden by Barry Geraghty wins by 12 lengths from 2001 Welsh National winner Supreme Glory
- 18th Soap Opera Digest Awards - General Hospital wins
- The Kansas City Royals become the first MLB team to begin the season 5-0 after losing 100 games the previous year, beating the Cleveland Indians, 2 - 1
Famous Deaths
- Arthur Knight, CEO (Courtaulds), dies at 86
Died in 2003 2003 Highlights
About April 5, 2003
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 21 years and 24 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Aries
Music Charts
- #1 Song: In Da Club - 50 Cent
- #1 Song: Make Luv - Room 5 Ft. Oliver Cheatham