Ralph Smith (swimmer)

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Ralph Smith
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NationalityFlag of Australia (converted).svg  Australia
Medal record
Swimming
Paralympic Games
Bronze medal icon (B initial).svg 1988 Seoul Men's 100 m Freestyle A7

Ralph Smith is a Paralympic swimming competitor from Australia. He won a bronze medal at the 1988 Seoul Games in the Men's 100 m Freestyle A7 event. [1]

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References

  1. "Athlete Search Results". International Paralympic Committee. Retrieved 30 September 2011.