Gurr, Donna Marie (1955–)

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Gurr, Donna Marie (1955–)

Canadian swimmer. Name variations: Donna-Marie Gurr. Born Feb 18, 1955, in British Columbia, Canada; coached by Howard Firby and Derek Snelling.

Was national champion in the 100-meter and 200-meter backstroke (1969–72); won 5 gold medals at the British championships (1969) and 3 gold medals at the Pan American Games (1971); at Munich Olympics, won a bronze medal in 200-meter backstroke (1972). Received the Order of Canada (1976); inducted into the British Columbia Sports Hall of Fame (1987).

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