Only 100yo in Masters shot put wins gold

Source: The Age

Sydney : Australia | about 1 month ago

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As the only competitor in the women's 100-104 age shot put, the Brisbane great-grandmother only had to turn up to secure a medal. But the significance of her performance was not lost on anyone. Her last throw was greeted by an eruption of cheers from the stands at Sydney's Olympic park and a stampede of...

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