I don't want career, just a single event, like Foreman winning the heavyweight title at his age, or Francis Quimet winning the US open at his.
2007-07-01 18:13:53 · 5 answers · asked by blibityblabity 7 in Sports ➔ Other - Sports
Jim Thorpe winning the decathlon AND the pentathlon at the 1912 Olympics. King Gustaf of Sweden announced "Mr. Thorpe, you are the greatest athlete in the world!" Thorpe replied, "Thanks, King"
2007-07-01 18:36:30 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
How about, during the 2002 NFL season, when Jerry Rice started in the Super Bowl and Pro Bowl at age 40 -- at the wide receiver position?
2007-07-03 21:24:04 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is a tough question because there are so many accomplishments athletes have made. Jordan who help the Bulls win his first championship together. Peyton Manning finally winning a championship after many playoffs loses.
2007-07-01 18:25:10 · answer #3 · answered by matt s 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wilt Chamberlain scoring 100 points in an NBA game.
2007-07-02 15:44:40 · answer #4 · answered by WestCoastin4Life 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Roger bannister, the 4 minute mile
2007-07-01 18:23:31 · answer #5 · answered by TedEx 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋