Participants
24886
Dates
05 – 13 Oct 2002
Sports
26
Country
Australia
Biggest Global Multi-Sport Festival
The Melbourne 2002 World Masters Games proudly lived up to its title as the biggest multi-sport festival on earth, uniting tens of thousands of athletes in an unforgettable celebration of competition and community. From world-class venues to a festival atmosphere, the Games showcased Melbourne’s energy, diversity, and love for sport on a global stage.
Athlete Comments & Reviews
“You just don’t want to leave”
“It’s impossible to let go, once you taste this adventure, when you come to these countries and compete and have these feelings and podium and everything. You just want it to continue.”
“See what your body can do and enjoy it!”
“If you make the age and your body is willing, you can compete.”
“The best combination of sport and travel!”
“Good thing about sport, you meet people. It gives you a chance to travel, to new places you haven’t been.”
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