At 96, Oldest Runner NS Dattatreya Takes On New Challenge
Age is just a number for 96-year-old NS Dattatreya who will be participating in the 'TCS World 10K Bengaluru 2024' as the meet's oldest runner. Dattatreya is an avid distance-runner and had previously participated in this Gold Label race scheduled to be held on April 28. Having begun his distance running journey in January 2019, the nonagenarian has taken part in dozens of marathons and walkathons. "After I ran my first marathon, I knew this was something I wanted to continue doing. It started with just wanting to keep fit and soon it turned into a lifestyle," he said.
