September 7

1970—Jockey Willie Shoemaker breaks Johnny Longden’s career wins record by posting his 6,033rd victory at Del Mar.

1975—Spain’s Manuel Orantes beats Jimmy Connors in three sets to win the U.S. Open.

1980—John McEnroe beats Bjorn Borg of Sweden 7-6, 6-1, 6-7, 5-7, 6-4 to win the U.S. Open.

1985—Czechoslovakia’s Hana Mandlikova upsets Martina Navratilova 7-6, 1-6, 7-6 to win the U.S. Open.

2001—Venus Williams and Serena Williams reach the finals of the U.S. Open and become the first sisters to play for a Grand Slam champions...

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