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Laura Wilkinson Biography - Early Years, Olympic Hopes In Question, Low Expectations, "do It For Hilary", Chronology - CONTACT INFORMATION

1977-

American diver

Laura Wilkinson's inspiring story captured many hearts at the 2000 Olympics in Sydney, Australia. Wilkinson, a champion diver from the University of Texas, broke her foot only months before the Olympics but fought through the pain to defeat the heavily favored Chinese divers for the gold medal. It was the first time that an American woman had won a gold medal in platform diving since 1964.

Laura Wilkinson

CONTACT INFORMATION

Address: 14606 Falling Creek, Houston, TX 77068. Email: diver@laurawilkinson.com. Online: www.laurawilkinson-usa.com.

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Additional Topics

Laura Wilkinson - Early Years

Laura Wilkinson - Olympic Hopes In Question

Laura Wilkinson - Low Expectations

Laura Wilkinson - "do It For Hilary"

Laura Wilkinson - Chronology

Laura Wilkinson - Awards And Accomplishments

Laura Wilkinson - After The Olympics

Laura Wilkinson - Further Information

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