Roger Kennerson

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Roger Kennerson is a British figure skater who competed in ice dance.

With partner Yvonne Suddick, he won two bronze medals (in 1964 and 1965) and one silver medal (in 1966) at the European Figure Skating Championships. [1]

Competitive highlights

With Yvonne Suddick

Event196419651966
World Championships 4th6th4th
European Championships 3rd3rd2nd
British Championships 2nd2nd

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References

  1. Raymond Flower (1976). The history of skiing and other winter sports . Methuen. Roger Kennerson.