A businessman who takes control of Ned Hanlan's rowing career to exploit it for his own financial benefit. He eventually discards Ned when the athlete no longer serves his personal interests.
Bill and Knox sequentially manage Ned's career, both driven by personal financial motives.
Knox is Margaret's uncle, establishing a familial link that facilitates Ned's introduction to her.
Knox takes over as Ned's manager, shifting control from Bill to focus on financial exploitation.
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