54-year-old Minn. lawyer becomes oldest U.S. Olympian
Olympics, Sports
February 14, 2026

54-year-old Minn. lawyer becomes oldest U.S. Olympian

CORTINA D’AMPEZZO, Italy (AP) — The stakes were low — and the time ripe — for a 54-year old personal injury lawyer and six-time winner of “Minnesota Attorney of the Year” to make Olympic history.

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