Missy Franklin
American swimmer and Olympic champion
Born
May 10th, 1995
29 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A competitive swimmer, earned five Olympic gold medals at the 2012 London Games. Set world records in multiple events, showcasing exceptional talent in freestyle and backstroke disciplines. Achieved significant success in collegiate swimming while representing the University of California, Berkeley. Made contributions to the sport as an advocate for young athletes and continued to inspire future generations through various initiatives.
Won four gold medals and one bronze medal at the 2012 Olympics
Set world records in the 200m and 100m backstroke
Developed a prominent collegiate career at the University of California, Berkeley
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