Robert Barrie (pentathlete)

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Robert Barrie
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Born (1951-10-11) 11 October 1951 (age 73)
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Sport Modern pentathlon

Robert Barrie (born 11 October 1951) is an Australian modern pentathlete. He competed at the 1972 and 1980 Summer Olympics. [1] He is head coach of Bulli Swords Club and also coaches swimming in Wollongong.

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References

  1. "Robert Barrie Olympic Results". sports-reference.com. Archived from the original on 17 April 2020. Retrieved 18 August 2012.