Earl Fee lowers own M80 world record for 800 in Ontario
Doug Smith reports from Canada the latest exploits of Earl Fee: an M80 world record in the 800 of 2:48.95, crashing through the 2:50 barrier and beating his own WR of seven weeks ago of 2:53.29. Doug writes that 41 records (including meet records) were set Sunday at the 38th Annual OMA Championships at the Toronto Track & Field Centre. (See results here.) “The weather was perfect for the Ontario Masters Athletics Outdoor Championships,” Doug writes. “Eight Canadian Records were broken at our largest meet in Ontario Masters history. On the Age-Graded Tables, Earl’s 2:48.95 corresponds to an Open (ages 20-30) equivalent of 1:44.80.
Here’s a photo by Doug Smith of “The Great” Earl finishing his latest WR.
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Let’s see, 2:48.95 in the 800 at age 80. I guess that is why they call him “The Great Earl Fee.” The man can motor, and he does it with style and panache (he never looks like he’s in a hurry).
Hard to believe that anybody could be that good, but in this case I am a believer.
I simply am in awe, but not surprised of your accomplishments, Earl. Congrats to you, again ! Keep spreading the good vibe you give.
I received your new book you, and I thank you for thinking of me.Coincidentally,it was the same day I was injured, so I was delightfully surprised. My calf injury has halted my season this year after a great start…. But I sure have ammunition going forward….and to the next age-group.
Sal
Earl, you are a great inspiration and have always been my hero. We are 20 years apart in age but I can only hope that in 20 years I’ll still be able to run let alone to run your times. Thanks
Nolan
Super Kool!!!
What a great accomplishment! It is individuals like yourself,my friend Nolan, and our mutual friend Bob Cuzens that help me to continue to train with inspiration! Enjoyed your book.
thanks…Horace G.
You are an amazing man. I am not yet a master’s runner (next year!) but I know that I will not be going under 3 minutes in the 800 in 25 years, much less 40. Simply amazing….
I spoke briefly with “the man” in Raleigh. Earl is far greater as human being than all the records he has broken. I’m 64 and the Great Earl was at least 13 seconds better in the 800. I feel so honored to have run on the same track and that he spoke to someone such as I am.
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