William's Story
William “Bill” Dankbaar was born in Adelaide and represented South Australia during his rowing career. A member of Torrens Rowing Club, he earned Australian selection for the 1973 European Championships. Dankbaar later competed in the coxed pair at the 1978 World Rowing Championships in New Zealand before gaining selection in the national eight.
Dankbaar was 27 when he made his Olympic debut at Moscow 1980, rowing in the bow seat of the Australian men’s eight. After placing third in its heat, the crew won the repechage to secure a place in the final. Australia finished fifth in 5 minutes, 56.74 seconds. Moscow was Dankbaar’s only Olympic appearance.
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