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| Olympic medal record | ||
|---|---|---|
| Men's rowing | ||
 | 1956 Melbourne | Eight |
Donald Wayne Pretty (born June 11, 1936) is a Canadian rower who competed in the 1956 Summer Olympics and in the 1964 Summer Olympics.
In 1956 he was a crew member of the Canadian boat, winning the silver medal in the eights event.
Eight years later he finished ninth with the Canadian boat in the eight competition.
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