Participants
24886
Dates
05 – 13 Oct 2002
Sports
26
Country
Australia
Biggest Global Multi-Sport Festival
The Melbourne 2002 World Masters Games proudly lived up to its title as the biggest multi-sport festival on earth, uniting tens of thousands of athletes in an unforgettable celebration of competition and community. From world-class venues to a festival atmosphere, the Games showcased Melbourne’s energy, diversity, and love for sport on a global stage.
Athlete Comments & Reviews
“We play sport and discover new countries”
“We get to experience different countries, different places you wouldn’t possibly go to visit if it wasn’t for a sport. It’s a nice way of experiencing a new city.”
“Playing sport helps in daily life”
“I think competing is part of life. Life is all about competing, learning how to roll with the punches and get up and fight again for another day. And that’s what sports is all about.”
All levels are welcome to participate”
“You can still play sport, you challenge yourself on a different level, but you can still make it.”
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