Benninga, Carina (1962–)
Benninga, Carina (1962–)
Dutch field-hockey player. Born Aug 18, 1962.
Won a gold medal at Los Angeles Olympics (1984) and a bronze medal at Seoul Olympics (1988), both in team competition.
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