About Peter Williams
Born 1968. Peter Williams is a South African swimmer.
Peter Rowan Williams (born 20 June 1968) is a South African former swimmer who set a world record in the 50 metre freestyle. He placed third in the 50 metre freestyle at the 1994 Commonwealth Games, and fourth at the 1992 Summer Olympics. At the Olympics he also competed on the South African teams in 4×100 metre freestyle relay and 4×100 metre medley relay, but did not reach the final in either.
Williams was managed by Hall of Fame Coach Charles McCaffree, who coached at Michigan State University.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Peter Williams?
South African swimmer, born 1968
When was Peter Williams born?
Peter Williams was born on 20 June 1968 in Gqeberha.
What is Peter Williams's occupation?
Peter Williams is a swimmer.
What nationality is Peter Williams?
Peter Williams is South African.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Peter Williams (swimmer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Peter Williams. https://biography.guide/peter-williams-swimmer/
MLA: "Peter Williams." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/peter-williams-swimmer/.
Chicago: "Peter Williams." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/peter-williams-swimmer/.
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