Nick Green

Australian Rower and Olympic Gold Medalist

Nick Green - Australian Rower and Olympic Gold Medalist
Born

October 4th, 1967
58 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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Competed in rowing and achieved notable success during the 1990s. Represented Australia in multiple international events, including the Olympics. Secured a gold medal in the coxless four at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics. Earned several other medals at World Championship events, establishing a reputation in the sport.

Gold medal in coxless four at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics

Silver medal in the coxless pair at the 1995 World Championships

Bronze medal in coxless pair at the 1993 World Championships

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