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References
- ↑ "Thijs Visser". Rio 2016. Archived from the original on August 20, 2016. Retrieved August 20, 2016.
- ↑ "Nacra 17 Mixed - Standings". Rio 2016. Archived from the original on August 20, 2016. Retrieved August 20, 2016.
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