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Daniel Kowalski is a dual Olympian competing successfully
at the 1996 Atlanta Games and again in Sydney.
Atlanta, Daniel walked away with bronze in both 400m and 200m freestyle
and a silver in the 1500m. Shoulder injuries hampered efforts for repeating
glory in his home country during the Sydney 2000 Olympics. His contributions
as a swimmer in the heats of the 4x200m freestyle relay earnt him an Olympic
gold medal.
After the Sydney Olympics, Daniel underwent surgery first
on his left shoulder in December 2000, then his right shoulder in March
2001. After a 15 month absence from competitive swimming, Daniel's return
was dutifully celebrated at the Melbourne Fina World Cup 2001 with a 5th
placing in the 400m freestyle, and first placing in the 1500m.
"There were some people who doubted that I would
be able to get back and that was a motivation for me. I used it as a source
of motivation and it's quite satisfying."
Daniel's work in the community includes being a supporter
of Diabetes Australia and Olympic Aid.
In May 2002, Daniel announced his retirement from competitve
swimming.
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