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Sara Simeoni celebrating a successful high jump at the 1984 Olympic Games in Los Angeles
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Born April 19, 1953 (age 72) • Verona • Italy
Awards And Honors Olympic Games

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Sara Simeoni celebrating a successful high jump at the 1984 Olympic Games in Los Angeles
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