Eric Namesnik
Swimmer and Olympic medalist
Born
August 7th, 1970
54 years ago
Died
2006
19 years ago — 36 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A competitive swimmer specialized in the individual medley and butterfly. Represented the United States at the 1992 and 1996 Summer Olympics. Achieved notable success in international swimming competitions.
Won silver medals in the 400m individual medley at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics
Secured a bronze medal in the 200m butterfly at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics
Set multiple American records in various events
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