| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Full name | Adrian O'Connor |
| Nationality |  Ireland |
| Born | 11 January 1972 New Ross, Wexford, Ireland |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Swimming |
| Strokes | Backstroke |
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