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| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | American |
| Born | January 12, 1954 Weston, Massachusetts, United States |
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| Sport | Luge |
Susan Charlesworth (born January 12, 1954) is an American luger. She competed in the women's singles event at the 1980 Winter Olympics. [1]
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