Taylor-Smith, Shelley (1961–)
Taylor-Smith, Shelley (1961–)
Australian long-distance swimmer. Born 1961 in Perth, Australia; won a scholarship to the University of Arkansas, graduating with a degree in physical education.
Began setting local and state swimming records at the Surat Swim Club while still in teens; began setting marathon swimming records, breaking the women's 4-mile time (1983); was the 1st woman to finish the 25-kilo-meter swim at Seal Beach (1985); won the Manhattan Island swim 4 times, setting a record in that event; won Australian marathon titles (1988–90) and women's world marathon championship in Perth (1991).
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