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(Canadian Freestyle Wrestler) Tonya Lynn Verbeek is a highly accomplished Canadian freestyle wrestler recognized for her outstanding success in international competitions. She made history in 2004 as the first woman to secure a wrestling medal for Canada, winning a silver. Verbeek continued her impressive performance in subsequent Olympics, earning a bronze in 2008 and another silver in 2012. Her achievements also include multiple bronze and silver medals at world championships, Pan American Games, and Commonwealth Games, solidifying her reputation as a dominant figure in the sport.