A Callington badminton player became a World Champion with his partner at the recent BWF World Senior Championships in Helsingborg, Sweden which attracted more than 1,300 competitors from 48 countries.
Bob Bell, a former Cornwall County and current England Senior badminton player and partner Roy Lord, of Essex, were victorious in the 65+ doubles event.
Qualification in England is gained by competing in Masters tournaments staged throughout the year for players 35+.
Bob said: ‘It was great to see so many former World and Olympic champions still competing and enjoying the game at such a high level.
‘I thought that winning gold in the Europeans three years ago was to be the highlight of my long career but this result tops the lot.’
Bob also claimed a Silver Medal in the 65+ mixed doubles event with partner Penny Shears, from Avon.