| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Italian |
| Born | 13 April 1983 Romano di Lombardia |
| Height | 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in) |
| Weight | 56 kg (123 lb) |
| Sport | |
| Country |  Italy |
| Sport | Athletics |
| Event(s) | High jump |
| Achievements and titles | |
| Personal best(s) |
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Raffaella Lamera (born 13 April 1983) is an Italian female high jumper, who participated at the 2011 World Championships in Athletics. [1]
| Year | Competition | Venue | Position | Event | Performance | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | World Championships |  Daegu | 25th Qual. | High jump | 1.85 m |
She won 6 national championships at senior level. [2]
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