About Rob Braknis
Born 1973. Rob Braknis is a Canadian swimmer.
Robert Braknis (born January 8, 1973) is a Canadian former competition swimmer, who competed for his native country at the 1996 Summer Olympics. There he finished in 16th position in the 100-metre backstroke and in twelfth place with the men's relay team in the 4x100-medley relay. Braknis set the Canadian and Commonwealth record in the 50-metre backstroke in 1994.
Braknis is a graduate of Florida State University where he was a 7-time All-American and the Atlantic Coast Conference Swimmer of the Year in 1995.
He was also a torch-bearer for the 2010 Winter Olympics torch relay.
He is a retired police officer for the Peel Regional Police in Brampton, Ontario.
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Who is Rob Braknis?
Canadian swimmer
When was Rob Braknis born?
Rob Braknis was born on 8 January 1973 in Montreal.
What is Rob Braknis's occupation?
Rob Braknis is a swimmer.
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Rob Braknis is Canadian.
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