Apollo 7's Historic Splashdown and Lance Armstrong's Tour Titles Stripped

On October 22, 1968, Apollo 7 safely returned from orbit, while in 2012, Lance Armstrong lost his Tour de France victories due to doping charges.

Apollo 7 marked NASA's first successful manned mission in the Apollo program, completing an eleven-day Earth-orbital mission.
The return of Apollo 7 was a pivotal moment in space exploration, as it demonstrated the viability of manned space missions.
Lance Armstrong was formally stripped of his seven Tour de France titles on October 22, 2012, following doping charges by the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency.
The International Cycling Union chose not to appeal the doping charges against Armstrong, resulting in a lifetime ban from Olympic sports.
These events highlight significant moments in history, showcasing both advancements in space exploration and challenges in sports integrity.