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A Pennsylvania grandmother has a chance to make the U.S. Olympic team in race walking

Michelle Rohl, a three-time Olympian, retired from race walking more than 20 years ago but returned to the sport in her 50s. Now, she's on the verge of heading to Paris.

Michelle Rohl in March after competing in her first race walk in 20 years. She set the world record in the women’s 55 and older 5K race walk.
Michelle Rohl in March after competing in her first race walk in 20 years. She set the world record in the women’s 55 and older 5K race walk.Read moreCourtesy Michelle Rohl
    by Matt Breen
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