What Happened on January 26, 2008

Historical Events

Sharapova Defeats Ivanović

Australian Open Women's Tennis: Russian Maria Sharapova wins her first and only Australian title; beats Ana Ivanović of Serbia 7-5, 6-3

Famous Deaths

  • Christian Brando, American actor and son of Marlon Brando, dies of pneumonia at 49
  • Viktor Schreckengost, American industrial designer, dies at 101
Died in 2008 2008 Highlights

About January 26, 2008

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 16 years, 3 months and 3 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Aquarius

Holidays: Australia Day (Australia), Republic Day (India)

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Low - Flo Rida Featuring T-Pain
  • UK #1 Song: Now You're Gone - Basshunter Ft. Dj Mental Theo's Bazzheadz