On this date
June 24
1958: Brazil, led by 17-year-old Pele, beats France 5-2 in a semifinal of the World Cup. With Brazil up 2-1 in the second half, Pele scores three consecutive goals.
1990: Criminal Type becomes the first horse to win consecutive $1 million races after capturing the Hollywood Gold Cup. He had previously won the $1 million Pimlico Special on May 12.
1995: Stanley Cup Final, Meadowlands Arena, East Rutherford, N.J.: New Jersey Devils beat Detroit Red Wings 5-2 for a 4-0 series sweep.
1998: NBA Draft: Pacific center Michael Olowokandi first pick by the Clippers.