Deidre Watkinson

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Deidre Watkinson
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Born4 June 1941

Deidre Ann Watkinson (born 1941), is a female former athlete who competed for England.

Athletics career

Watkinson was selected by England to represent her country in athletics events.

She represented England and won a silver medal in the 440 yards, at the 1966 British Empire and Commonwealth Games in Kingston, Jamaica. [1] [2] [3]

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References

  1. "1966 Athletes". Team England.
  2. "Kingston, Jamaica, 1966 Team". Team England.
  3. "Athletes and results". Commonwealth Games Federation.