{
  "id": 7788254,
  "title": "Squash player, 80, wins record seventh title",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/16/squash-player-80-wins-record-seventh-title",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-16T12:47:33.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/squash-player-80-wins-record-124733712.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ann Manley, an 80-year-old squash player from Stoke Bishop, Bristol, has achieved a remarkable feat by winning her seventh masters title, tying her with Australia's Geoff Davenport for the title of most titles won by a player. Manley, a lifelong squash enthusiast, recently secured the over 80s category at the World Squash Masters Championships in Perth, Australia. Despite initially considering this her final tournament, Manley now contemplates continuing her competitive career. She expressed her delight at the existence of age-specific events, allowing her to maintain her skills and compete at her desired level. The strong sense of community among the players at the tournament was evident, despite the travel and physical demands of competing. Manley's success can be attributed to her adaptability, as she has modified her playing style to remain at the top. Her son-in-law, Nick Carline, acknowledges her exceptional accuracy, which often leads to his frustration in their matches. Carline shared that the last time he played Manley, he managed to secure one game, a significant accomplishment given her skill level. Manley currently trains at the Redland Green Squash and Tennis Club and urges others to give the sport a try, emphasizing its benefits in terms of energy expenditure and overall enjoyment.",
  "summary": "\"Just have a go, its brilliant,\" says Ann Manley about squash, after her latest win in Australia.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}