Deirdre Watkinson
British sprinter and middle-distance runner
About Deirdre Watkinson
Born 1941. Deirdre Watkinson is a British sprinter, middle-distance runner and athletics competitor.
Deidre Ann Watkinson also spelt Deirdre (born 4 June 1941), is a female former athlete who competed for England.
Biography Watkinson finished second behind Joy Grieveson in the 440 yards event at the 1965 WAAA Championships.
She represented the England team and won a silver medal in the 440 yards, at the 1966 British Empire and Commonwealth Games in Kingston, Jamaica.
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Who is Deirdre Watkinson?
British sprinter and middle-distance runner
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Deirdre Watkinson was born on 4 June 1941.
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Deirdre Watkinson is a sprinter, middle-distance runner and athletics competitor.
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Deirdre Watkinson is British.
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