Virginia Thompson

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Virginia Thompson
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Full nameVirginia Thompson
Country representedCanadian Red Ensign (1921-1957).svg  Canada
Partner William McLachlan
Skating club TCS & CC

Virginia Thompson is a Canadian ice dancer. With partner William McLachlan, she is the 1960-1962 Canadian national champion and a two-time World medallist.

Competitive highlights

(with McLachlan)

Event196019611962
World Championships 2nd3rd
North American Championships 1st
Canadian Championships 1st1st1st
British Championships 3rd

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