British swimmer, 84, wins five gold medals at international competition and sets sights on more glory

Michael Read, from Ipswich, who has crossed the English Channel an extraordinary 33 times throughout his career, competed in the international multi sport event held this month. "It was a lovely venue, nice and warm, and the people were so unbelievably friendly - it was a great experience," Mr Read said of the competition. The MBE holder, who first took up swimming at the age of 14, shows no indication of easing his competitive drive. TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say He claimed gold in five

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British swimmer, 84, wins five gold medals at international competition and sets sights on more glory

Michael Read, from Ipswich, who has crossed the English Channel an extraordinary 33 times throughout his career, competed in the international multi sport event held this month. "It was a lovely venue, nice and warm, and the people were so unbelievably friendly - it was a great experience," Mr Read said of the competition. The MBE holder, who first took up swimming at the age of 14, shows no indication of easing his competitive drive. TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say He claimed gold in five

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