Robin Denton (née Glenie), born in Auckland in 1950, competed in badminton at three Commonwealth Games from 1970-82, and won the bronze medal in the mixed doubles with Steve Wilson in 1982. She was always a pleasure to watch – a left-hander who used her height well, had a lot of natural ability and played with great flair.

Denton, one of five children, was educated at St Cuthbert's College. Her interest in badminton was furthered by the successes of her older sister, Alison, who attended four Commonwealth Games. Robin had a good junior career, winning six national junior titles and the 1968 Australian junior title and was only 19 when she won her first New Zealand singles title.

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Robin's Games History