Alison Brownless

Alison "Wilma" Purnell née Alison Brownless (born 1962) is a retired British rower who competed at international level events. She was a World champion and four-time silver medalist in the women's lightweight pairs and fours. She was the first British woman to win six Championship medals.[1][2]

Alison Purnell
Personal information
Nickname(s)Wilma
BornOxford, Great Britain
Height160 cm (5 ft 3 in)
Sport
Country Great Britain
SportRowing
Retired1996
Medal record
Rowing
Representing  Great Britain
World Championships
Gold medal – first place1993 RaciceLW4-
Silver medal – second place1991 ViennaLW4-
Silver medal – second place1992 MontrealLW2-
Silver medal – second place1995 TampereLW4-
Silver medal – second place1996 GlasgowLW2-

References

  1. "Alison Brownless - World Rowing Results". World Rowing. 23 November 2020. Archived from the original on 23 June 2017.
  2. "Alison "Wilma" Brownless (now Alison Purnell)". Rowing Story. 23 November 2020. Archived from the original on 10 May 2020.
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