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Tanya Hunks

b. 1980

Canadian swimmer, Olympic athlete, Pan American Games bronze medallist

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About Tanya Hunks

Born 1980. Tanya Hunks is a Canadian swimmer.

Tanya Hunks (born August 24, 1980) is a former competitive swimmer from Canada. Hunks won bronze medals in the 10-kilometre open water swimming events at the 2006 Pan Pacific Swimming Championships and 2007 Pan American Games. She swam in the 400-metre and 800-metre freestyle events, in addition to the 400-metre individual medley at the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing.

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Important facts

Born
24 August 1980, Brantford
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Swimmer
Nationality
Canada
Education
University of British Columbia

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Tanya Hunks?

Canadian swimmer, Olympic athlete, Pan American Games bronze medallist

When was Tanya Hunks born?

Tanya Hunks was born on 24 August 1980 in Brantford.

What is Tanya Hunks's occupation?

Tanya Hunks is a swimmer.

What nationality is Tanya Hunks?

Tanya Hunks is Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Tanya Hunks

· Wikidata: Q7684011

· DBpedia: Tanya Hunks

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