Eric Namesnik

Swimmer and Olympic medalist

Eric Namesnik - Swimmer and Olympic medalist
Born

August 7th, 1970
55 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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