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However, her competitive fire was reignited when friends and peers—who admired her perseverance—began subtly encouraging her to consider a shot at the Olympics once again. Torres herself admits she never thought she would compete at the highest level again, especially at age 41. But a series of inspiring encounters, including a candid conversation with New York’s Mayor Bloomberg (who jokingly asked if she was too old to compete), fueled her determination.