Laurent Daignault

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Laurent Daignault
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Born (1968-10-30) October 30, 1968 (age 52)
Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Laurent Daignault (born October 30, 1968) is a Canadian short track speed skater who competed in the 1992 Winter Olympics.

He was born in Montreal, Quebec and is the younger brother of Michel Daignault.

In 1992 he was a member of the Canadian relay team which won the silver medal in the 5000 metre relay competition.

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