Doris Thompson (swimmer)
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| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Full name | Dorothy Mary Thompson |
| Born | 7 July 1909 |
| Died | 15 September 1983 (aged 74) |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Swimming |
Doris Thompson (7 July 1909 – 15 September 1983) was an Australian swimmer.[1] She competed in the women's 200 metre breaststroke event at the 1928 Summer Olympics.[2]
In 1928 Thompson held the world record for 220 yards breaststroke, as well as being Australian champion breaststroker over all distances.[3]