Hubris Humbled in 'Maracanazo', Steve Lyons 'Moon Man' Incident, and get a 'whiff' of Hale Irwins's embarrasment - This DiSH for July 16

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EPISODE SUMMARY

In 1950, Uruguay beat Brazil 2-1 to win the World Cup. It was a tremendous upset and it was an incredible disappointment in Brazil.

In 1990, Steve Lyons slid safely into first base and while dusting himself off, dropped his pants.

In 1983, Hale Irwin whiffed a really short putt not only costing him a stroke but also a shot at winning a major tournament.

In 1971, 5000 meter runner Miros Ifter went into his sprint a little too soon. His break for the line came one lap too soon though and Steve Prefontaine raced to the win in an Olympic tune up.

In 1941, Joe DiMaggio hit in his 56th consecutive game.

In 2017, Roger Federer won his 8th Wimbledon men's singles title.

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