| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Nationality |  SEN |
| Born | May 27, 1987 Dakar, Senegal |
| Height | 1.88 m (6 ft 2 in) |
| Weight | 73 kg (161 lb) |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Swimming |
| Strokes | Freestyle |
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