20 November 2024,   11:40
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105-year-old Louisiana woman sets new world record in 100-meter race

At 105 years old, Julia “Hurricane” Hawkins set a new world and US record in the 100-meter race at the Louisiana Senior Games in Hammond, La.

The Louisiana native is the first woman and first American to set a Masters Track & Field World Record in the 105+ Age Division. Her time was 1:02:95.

“Wonderful! I’m so happy. Stay healthy and keep running. I’m going to keep running as long as I can. I find it fun, and I like doing it”, - said Hawkins.

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