103-year-old woman sets 50-meter world record at National Senior Games

Thursday, June 20, 2019
She's 103 with an amazing nickname, and she's the proud owner of the 50-meter dash world record.

On June 17, Julia "Hurricane" Hawkins ran a 21.06 to establish a new benchmark in the 100-plus age division during the National Senior Games in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Video of her finish was shared by Geoff Grammer on Twitter via Storyful.
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She later took home gold in the 100-meter after running a 46.07.
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