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References
- ↑ "Sandra Brown Ultras" (PDF). Australian Centurion Walkers. Tim Erickson.
- ↑ "Sharon's on top of the world". The Northern Echo.
- ↑ "All time rankings for 1000 km, 1500 km, and 1000 miles". Ultra Marathon Statistics Website. Andy Milroy.
- ↑ "World records and best performances: women's race walking". Athletics Weekly.
- ↑ "Most Centurion Badges". United States Centurions Site. Rob Robertson.