US National Senior Games 2023 - in pictures

Nearly 12,000 people are competing in the largest multi-sport event in the world for seniors, which is organised by Humana

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  Roy Englert, 100, crosses the finish line and takes home the gold medal in the men's 400M (100-plus age bracket) at the 2023 National Senior Games. Nearly 12,000 men and women aged 50 and over are competing from July 7 to 18 as part of the largest multi-sport event in the world for seniors. All photos: AP

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  Racquetball player Gerald Rettela, 88, practises for the 2023 National Senior Games.

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  IMAGE DISTRIBUTED FOR HUMANA INC. - Cyclist and swimmer Rita Seelig Ayers, 72, takes a break while she practices for the swimming competition at the 2023 National Senior Games presented by Humana. Nearly 12,000 men and women aged 50 and over are competing July 7-18 as part of the largest multi-sport event in the world for seniors. Ayers, from Manteo, North Carolina, is one of 28 athletes selected for national recognition as a Humana Game Changer, which celebrates athletes' commitment to healthy aging and their encouragement, motivation and inspiration to people of all ages to get active. Ayers, who was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis at age 51, says she was on medication for 20 years but now self-medicates with fitness and a healthy lifestyle. On Thursday, July 13, 2023 in Pittsburgh. (Andrew Rush/AP Images for Humana Inc. )

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  Basketball player Jeweline Segroves, 72, centre, during a game.

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  Track and field athlete Cynthia Beacham, 66, poses with the discus before the start of her event.

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  It is the 10th anniversary of the games held by the organisation Humana.

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  Robert Arledge, 90, competes in the men's pole vault (90-94 age bracket).

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  George Freeman, 91, competes in the men's 400M (90-94 age bracket).

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  Tennis player Charlie Siracusa, 70, practises.

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  Runner Gary Yeager, 73, prepares for the 5Km race.

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  Racquetball player Nancy Fish, 72, practises for her competition.

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  Track athlete Willie Spruill, 64, centre, competes in the 50m dash (65-69 age bracket).

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  Tennis player Allwyn Chao, 79, practises.

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