Margalot, Mercedes (1975–)
Margalot, Mercedes (1975–)
Argentinean field-hockey player. Born Maria Mercedes Margalot, May 28, 1975, in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Defender, won a team silver medal at Sydney Olympics (2000) and a team bronze medal at Athens Olympics (2004); won Champions Trophy (2001), World Cup (2002), and Pan American Games (2003).
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