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| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Full name | William Abbott Jr. |
| Nationality | Canadian |
| Born | 21 May 1954 Sarnia, Ontario, Canada |
| Height | 1.72 m (5 ft 8 in) |
| Weight | 80 kg (180 lb) |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Sailing |
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