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Mamma Mia, Here She Goes Again, Again! My 89 Year-Old Mom Goes For a World Record

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Some of you may remember a post from last summer about my mom racing in the US Masters Track Nationals.

Well, Martha Klopfer is headed there again. Only THIS time, unlike last year, she’s been training pretty seriously.

Oh, these old medals? I can totally do that again.

My dad’s reading of athletic stats gives her a good shot at the world record in the 1500 for women 85-89. Despite being at the top end of that age group, Mom’s going for it.

This year’s championships are in Sacramento, July 18-21. While my dad is no longer able to travel, The Mate and I, along with Mom’s oldest friend from grade school, will be there as her cheering section.

Oh, the weather forecast next Saturday in Sacramento? 103 degrees. LUCKILY, the 1500 will be Sunday morning, the 21st. If you’re reading this before then, send out a little cheer: Mar-THA! Mar-THA!

Believe me, she’ll hear you.

While you’re at it–send out a cheer (and a prayer?) for ALL the impressive Masters athletes braving next weekend’s heat. They’re tougher than most of us. And stay tuned to Wing’s World to find out how it went!