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Maria, watched by her two daughters, beat four top-20 players en route to the title, becoming the oldest winner of a WTA 500 tournament.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

This mission, dubbed "Liberte 250," highlights France's support for the US insurgents who took on the British crown, making Paris the oldest international ally of Washington.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Some researchers even called it the oldest human habit.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

Medure noted Jared’s similarities to Bradley, the oldest, and Trent, whom he may soon be playing with in Knoxville.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

Nhamo returned to find Aunt Chipo hunched over her oldest daughter’s bed.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer