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David Lowe

b. 1960

British swimmer, Olympic bronze medallist

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About David Lowe

Born 1960. David Lowe is a British swimmer.

David Lowe (born 28 February 1960) is a retired butterfly and freestyle swimmer.

Swimming career Born in Southern Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe), he represented the United Kingdom at two consecutive Summer Olympics, starting in 1980. At his Olympic debut in Moscow he won the bronze medal in the men's 4×100-meters medley relay, alongside teammates Gary Abraham, Duncan Goodhew, and Martin Smith, clocking 3:47.71.

Although he took part in the 1980 Olympics, he had not set foot in the UK until February 1980, but nonetheless had a British passport.

He represented England and won three silver medals in the 4 x 100 and 4 x 200 metres freestyle relay and the 4 x 100 metres medley relay, at the 1982 Commonwealth Games in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.

He won the 1984 ASA National Championship 50 metres freestyle title and three titles in the 100 metres freestyle (1982-1984). He also won the 1981 100 metres butterfly title.

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University of Houston, Allan Wilson High School

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Who is David Lowe?

British swimmer, Olympic bronze medallist

When was David Lowe born?

David Lowe was born on 28 February 1960 in Bulawayo.

What is David Lowe's occupation?

David Lowe is a swimmer.

What nationality is David Lowe?

David Lowe is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: David Lowe

· Wikidata: Q966567

· DBpedia: David Lowe (swimmer)

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