About Matt Deakin
Born 1980. Matt Deakin is an American rower.
Matt Deakin (born May 20, 1980) is an American competition rower, Olympic champion and world champion.
Deakin was born in San Francisco, California. He won a gold medal in the men's eight at the 2004 Summer Olympics, as a member of the American team. The time 5:19.85 was a new world record. He is a graduate of the University of Washington and a member of the New York Athletic Club Hall of Fame.
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Who is Matt Deakin?
American rower
When was Matt Deakin born?
Matt Deakin was born on 20 May 1980 in San Francisco.
What is Matt Deakin's occupation?
Matt Deakin is a rower.
What nationality is Matt Deakin?
Matt Deakin is American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Matt Deakin. https://biography.guide/matt-deakin/
MLA: "Matt Deakin." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/matt-deakin/.
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