May 3, 2024

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Half marathon Kalambaka – Trikala: 88 year old participant proved that sport has no age


Georgios Themelis, at the age of 88, became the oldest participant in the 15th Kalambaka – Trikala Half Marathon.

In contrast, the youngest was 13-year-old Georgios Kottas.

Georgios Themelis, who is 88 years old, once again proved that sport has no age with his participation in the Kalambaka – Trikala half marathon this year.

He only needs willpower and… strong courage.

The camera of trikalaola.gr captured the efforts of the 88-year-old runner at the 15th Kalambaka – Trikala “Thanasis Stamopoulos” half marathon.

He was the oldest athlete to take part in the race.

They are 75 years apart from their youngest, 13-year-old Georgios Kottas, but share a great love for athletics.



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