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News To Know: On Their Games

By Dave Goldstein, August 8, 2008 09:15 AM

The Olympics kick off today! Opening cermonies are actually going on as I write this. And while the Olympics are always exciting, these games are particularly post-worthy. Why? Older Olympians are playing a huge role in the games this year. There is a 58 year old sailor and a 67 year old rider in the equestrian events amongst several others. These people are just the latest proof that "over the hill" is simply a myth. Make sure to check them out.

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