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Patterson second in high jump at Diamond League opener, Kennedy fifth in 100m • Apr. 26, 2025, 12:29 PM ET (ABC News (Australia))

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Also Known As Nicola McDermott • Nicola Lauren Olyslagers
Born December 28, 1996 (age 28) • Australia

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