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Alwin de Groot

b. 1972

Dutch swimmer

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About Alwin de Groot

Born 1972. Alwin de Groot is a Dutch swimmer.

Alwin de Groot is a Dutch Paralympic swimmer. He represented the Netherlands at the 1992 Summer Paralympics and at the 1996 Summer Paralympics.

In total, he won six gold medals, five silver medals and two bronze medals at the Summer Paralympics.

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Important facts

Born
1972, Ede
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Swimmer
Nationality
Kingdom of the Netherlands
Awards
Paralympic gold medal; Paralympic silver medal; Paralympic bronze medal

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Alwin de Groot?

Dutch swimmer

When was Alwin de Groot born?

Alwin de Groot was born in 1972 in Ede.

What is Alwin de Groot's occupation?

Alwin de Groot is a swimmer.

What nationality is Alwin de Groot?

Alwin de Groot is Dutch.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Alwin de Groot

· Wikidata: Q2788010

· DBpedia: Alwin de Groot

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