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Bruce Dickson

Rowing

Age

Passed away

Olympic History

Melbourne 1956

Career Events

Rowing Men's Pair (M2-)

 

Bruce's Story

Bruce Donald Dickson was an Australian rower who represented Australia at the 1956 Melbourne Olympic Games. Born on 17 October 1932, he was a member of Melbourne's Albert Park Rowing Club and formed a successful partnership with fellow rower Bob Duncan.

Prior to the Olympics, Dickson won the 1955 Interstate Men's Coxed Pair Championship, establishing himself among Australia's leading rowers.

At Melbourne 1956, Dickson competed in the men's coxed pair event. The Australian crew progressed through the competition before being eliminated in the semi-finals by stronger international opposition. His Olympic appearance remains the highlight of a distinguished rowing career.

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