Ida Keeling, a 95-year-old great-grandmother from the Bronx, sets world record in Masters Sprint

By Wayne Coffey

 

At 20 minutes to 9 in Washington Heights Wednesday night, America's oldest and most resolute sprinter stood at the start line, 60 meters from her destination. She clasped her hands overhead when she was introduced by the PA man. When the runners were told to get set, she leaned forward and put her right hand on her knee.

 

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