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Dave Dear

b. 1946

British sprinter

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About Dave Dear

Born 1946. Dave Dear is a British sprinter.

David Glyndwr Dear (born 8 June 1946 in Southampton) is a British former 100 metres sprinter.

Athletics career He competed in the 1972 Summer Olympics.

He represented the 1966 England team in the sprint events, at the 1966 British Empire and Commonwealth Games in Kingston, Jamaica.

Four years later he won a bronze medal at the 1970 British Commonwealth Games, in Edinburgh, Scotland.

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David Glyndwr Dear

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Dave Dear?

British sprinter

When was Dave Dear born?

Dave Dear was born on 8 June 1946 in Romsey.

What is Dave Dear's occupation?

Dave Dear is a sprinter.

What nationality is Dave Dear?

Dave Dear is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Dave Dear

· Wikidata: Q16107274

· DBpedia: Dave Dear

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