LOS ANGELES Frank Clark Youth Jersey , June 4 (Xinhua) -- Harriette Thompson, 94, set record Sunday noon at the Rock 'N' Roll Marathon in San Diego, as the oldest woman to complete a half-marathon.
Thompson, wearing purple T-shirt and white hat, was surrounded by photographers and players when she reached the final line Jarran Reed Youth Jersey , finishing her incredible journey in an official time of 3 hour, 42 minutes and 56 seconds.
The previous record was held by Gladys Burrill, who ran a half marathon at 93 years old in 2012.
Thompson, a two-time cancer survivor, broke the world record in 2015 as the oldest woman to complete a full marathon.
"I never thought I would still be here!" Thompson told local NBC7 before the match, saying she ran to raise money for the Leukemia Lymphoma Society.
Through the years Germain Ifedi Youth Jersey , she had raised 100,000 U.S. dollars for the organization, including 15,000 U.S. dollars in 2017, the report said.
She said her secret to a healthy life at her age was exercise on a regular basis and a balanced diet. Though she admitted it was hard for her to resist sugar.
"I might have to reward myself after the race with an ice cream cone," she said with a smile.
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URUMQI, Jan. 28 (Xinhua) -- Grand Prix Cup of China runner-up Jin Boyang dominated the men's short program of figure skating competition at the Chinese National Winter Games here on Thursday.
Jin, who represents team Harbin, earned 87.34 points after a smooth performance, while Yan Han, also from team Harbin Ethan Pocic Youth Jersey , trailed in second with 84.48.
Jin, famous for his high-difficulty jumps, completed a quadruple lutz-triple toeloop combination in the short program, one of the most difficult element in the world, though with a little mistake in landing.
"I am the only one who can finish the quadruple lutz in the world now, and it is my advantage Kam Chancellor Youth Jersey ," Jin said. "But I didn't execute as well as I did in training. I also have to improve my sequence."
The 18-year-old Jin made his senior international debut in last year's Cup of China and stunned the world by his difficult routines.
"I will try four quadruple jumps in my free skate," said Jin.
According to the rules for the National Winter Games, extra points will be awarded to male skaters who can do quad jumps in a bid to encourage high-level of difficulty.
In the lady's short program, defending champion Li Zijun from Changchun led with 67.51 points.
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The free skate will take place on Friday.
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Generally, skiing in Bansko, Bulgaria is great for beginners, medium level skiers, and even experts. Snowboarders also enjoy the mountain. Are like I once was and considering skiing in Bulgaria? Here are some tips on booking and enjoying your ski vacation in Bansko.
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