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Samantha Cornish

b. 1980

Australian surfer

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About Samantha Cornish

Born 1980. Samantha Cornish is an Australian surfer.

Samantha Cornish (born 27 October 1980) is an Australian surfer. She began surfing at an early age and entered her first competition at age 11. Her father, Peter Cornish, was also a surfer. At age 15, she won the 1996 World Junior Championships. In 2002, she entered the World Championship Tournament. She has been sponsored by various companies such as Quiksilver.

Accomplishments 1st - Billabong Pro Maui (2003) 1st - Quiksilver Roxy Pro Gold Coast (2000) 1st - Billabong Junior Series Burleigh Heads (2000) The Rip Curl Australian Junior Title (1998) 1st- Billabong Girls Pro Itacare Brazil 2007 World Number One, October 2007, following win in Brazil

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Important facts

Born
27 October 1980, New South Wales
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Surfer
Nationality
Australia

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Samantha Cornish?

Australian surfer

When was Samantha Cornish born?

Samantha Cornish was born on 27 October 1980 in New South Wales.

What is Samantha Cornish's occupation?

Samantha Cornish is a surfer.

What nationality is Samantha Cornish?

Samantha Cornish is Australian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Samantha Cornish

· Wikidata: Q3470618

· DBpedia: Samantha Cornish

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