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Fox News
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Fox News
Golfer, age 90, sinks first hole-in-one the day after his birthday
John Payne hit his first ever hole-in-one at 90 years old — just one day after celebrating his milestone birthday. He talked about the importance of staying active and healthy and finding something interesting to do in one's later years.
Yahoo
17-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
85-year-old former Batavia firefighter wins 9 medals at World Police and Fire Games
85-year-old former Batavia firefighter wins 9 medals at World Police and Fire Games Solve the daily Crossword
CNA
23-06-2025
- Sport
- CNA
The 93-year-old bowler in Singapore who keeps going despite vision loss
The 93-year-old bowler in Singapore who keeps going despite vision loss By CNA/Lan Yu At 93, Mr William Thong might just be one of the oldest bowlers in the world. He bowls up to five times a week and still competes in local tournaments. His love for bowling began in his 20s while working at an American company. "I wanted to please the president (of the company) that I could also bowl. I joined him and he was happy," he recalled. About 30 years ago, he was diagnosed with glaucoma. He eventually went completely blind in one eye, and was told there was a '50-50' chance of going blind in his other eye if he did not take appropriate care. But he didn't let that stop him from bowling. He relies on his one good eye, which he guesses to now have about 55% vision left, but it has not been without difficulty. There were a few times when he tripped on the lane. These days, he stands further away from the foul line so he does not slip. Mr Thong has other passions too. He uses the computer regularly and sings as part of his church choir every Sunday. But nothing comes close to bowling. 'When I stop bowling, I'll be very sad … If God allows me, I will bowl until 100,' he said. Next Story
CBC
15-06-2025
- Sport
- CBC
Tennis star, 93, brightens up the court
Joyce Cutts is a former national doubles champion in tennis. At 93, she shows no signs of slowing down as she hits the tennis courts three times a week.
