Philip Craven
Basketball player and swimmer
Born
July 4th, 1950
74 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United Kingdom
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Competed in basketball and swimming at a high level. Achieved success in international basketball competitions. Served as the president of the International Paralympic Committee, contributing to the development of sports for athletes with disabilities.
Competed for the Great Britain basketball team
Served as president of the International Paralympic Committee
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