The central protagonist, a Canadian competitive rowing champion. Adopted by a gambler, he displays fierce determination despite being trouble-prone in his youth. His career is managed by a businessman seeking personal gain, and his life is ultimately capped by his marriage to Margaret.
Ned and Margaret develop a romantic relationship that becomes central to his personal life.
Knox takes over as Ned's manager, shifting control from Bill to focus on financial exploitation.
Bill serves as Ned's adoptive father, initially taking him in and managing his early athletic development.
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