Jennifer Thompson
New Zealand discus thrower and shot putter
About Jennifer Thompson
Born 1938. Jennifer Thompson is a New Zealand discus thrower and shot putter.
Jennifer Thompson (born 30 March 1938) is a former New Zealand discus thrower.
At the 1958 British Empire and Commonwealth Games she won the silver medal in the women's discus throw.
She also competed at the 1960 Olympic Games in the discus where she placed 13th overall.
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Who is Jennifer Thompson?
New Zealand discus thrower and shot putter
When was Jennifer Thompson born?
Jennifer Thompson was born on 30 March 1938 in Eltham.
What is Jennifer Thompson's occupation?
Jennifer Thompson is a discus thrower and shot putter.
What nationality is Jennifer Thompson?
Jennifer Thompson is New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Jennifer Thompson
· DBpedia: Jennifer Thompson (athlete)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jennifer Thompson. https://biography.guide/jennifer-thompson/
MLA: "Jennifer Thompson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jennifer-thompson/.
Chicago: "Jennifer Thompson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jennifer-thompson/.
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