Richard Chambers
Irish Rower and Olympian
Born
June 10th, 1985
39 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Ireland
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Born in 1985, this athlete competed in rowing, representing Ireland at an international level. This individual participated in the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, where various rowing events took place. Achievements include competing at the World Rowing Championships and securing notable finishes for Ireland. With a focus on lightweight rowing, this athlete contributed to the prominence of the sport in Ireland through consistent performances in European and global competitions.
Competed in the 2016 Summer Olympics
Participated in multiple World Rowing Championships
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