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Champions for the ages redefine limits in major sports
A sweeping look at aging athletes across sports, led by Andre Agassi and Martina Navratilova, who win majors well into their 30s and 40s. The piece notes Barry Bonds, Jerry Rice, Michael Jordan, John Stockton, Karl Malone, and others defying age with elite performances, while discussing why older champions reshape training, salaries, and societal views. Venus Williams weighs in on longevity, underscoring a trend toward extended peak performance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andre Agassi
Martina Navratilova
Tampa Bay Bucs
Barry Bonds
Rafael Palmeiro
Randy Johnson
Curt Schilling
Roger Clemens
Rickey Henderson
Boston
Michael Jordan
Washington Wizards
John Stockton
NBA
Utah
Karl Malone
Jazz
Tatiana Panova
Agassi
Navratilova
Rice
Bonds
Australia
Pete Sampras
Lance Armstrong
Venus Williams
Venus