Who is the oldest active Olympic athletes and what sport do they compete in?
As of the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, the oldest active Olympic athlete was equestrian Mary Hanna, from Australia. She competed in the individual dressage event at the age of 66. Hanna has been competing in the Olympics since 1996 and has won two silver medals and one bronze medal. She is also a multiple world and national champion.
Other notable older Olympic athletes include:
- Equestrian Hiroshi Hoketsu, who competed in the individual jumping event at the age of 75 in Tokyo.
- Swimmer Dara Torres, who competed in the 50-meter freestyle at the age of 45 in London 2012.
- Gymnast Oksana Chusovitina, who competed in the vault at the age of 46 in Rio 2016.
These athletes are an inspiration to all of us, showing that age is no barrier to achieving your dreams. They are a testament to the power of hard work, dedication, and perseverance.
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