US OPEN TENNIS

The divisions went from the 40’s age group through the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and 100’s. There were 4 competitors in the women’s 100’s doubles. I don’t think anyone in that age group plays singles. It was fascinating to observe these athletes of all ages, still trying hard in many ways, not only to win a match or championship, but to just stay in shape, to stay vertical and mobile. It was truly heart-warming to see so many happy faces and fairly fit bodies. I had not played a senior event in many years and only entered this tournament because it was local and a friend wanted to participate. We agreed to be cannon fodder for the better players in the draw. But it was really fun. It showed me how out of shape I was and how important it is to stay in shape, no matter what age. I used to compete regularly in these events and even traveled all over the country to play. Naturally, I had to be in shape to be at the winning end of these tournaments. And I was. It really doesn’t matter w …

The divisions went from the 40’s age group through the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and 100’s. There were 4 competitors in the women’s 100’s doubles. I don’t think anyone in that age group plays singles. It was fascinating to observe these athletes of all ages, still trying hard in many ways, not only to win a match or championship, but to just stay in shape, to stay vertical and mobile. It was truly heart-warming to see so many happy faces and fairly fit bodies. I had not played a senior event in many years and only entered this tournament because it was local and a friend wanted to participate. We agreed to be cannon fodder for the better players in the draw. But it was really fun. It showed me how out of shape I was and how important it is to stay in shape, no matter what age. I used to compete regularly in these events and even traveled all over the country to play. Naturally, I had to be in shape to be at the winning end of these tournaments. And I was. It really doesn’t matter w …