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Irishman, 99, competes at world tango championships in Argentina

A 99-year-old Irishman competing at the World Tango Championships in Argentina has received an ovation for his performance. [AFP]

A 99-year-old Irishman competing at the World Tango Championships in Argentina has received an ovation for his performance from aficionados at the Buenos Aires venue.

"Tango brings me a lot of happiness," James McManus told local newspapers through an interpreter. "Dancing is very important socially."

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