100-year-old runner at Penn Relays provides inspiration for family, friends

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A 100-year-old Army veteran and New Jersey shore native is lacing up his sneakers and running in the Penn Relays.

's Franklin Field. One runner is proving the competition isn’t just for young athletes.

Anyone can say that with a perfect blend of bravado and humility, but only if that person is 100-year-old Lester Wright.

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