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“To look good in the water you have to pick the right swimsuit. I own close to 500.”

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Amanda Beard is an accomplished American swimmer born on October 29, 1981. She achieved numerous world-class swimming accomplishments, including Olympic gold medals and World Championship medals. Beard is renowned for her exceptional performances in butterfly and backstroke events. more

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