About Aleksandr Popov
Born 1959. Aleksandr Popov is a Russian weightlifter.
Aleksandr Popov (; born 17 November 1959 ) is a Soviet and Russian weightlifter who competed in the 1980s and 1990s. He won several World and European medals.
In 1988, Popov set the clean and jerk world record of 242.5 kg in the 100 kg weight class. That same year, he took part in the Seoul Olympics, but had to compete in the heavier (110 kg) category and finished fifth.
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Who is Aleksandr Popov?
Soviet weightlifter
When was Aleksandr Popov born?
Aleksandr Popov was born on 17 November 1959 in Krasnoyarsk.
What is Aleksandr Popov's occupation?
Aleksandr Popov is a weightlifter.
What nationality is Aleksandr Popov?
Aleksandr Popov is Russian.
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· DBpedia: Aleksandr Popov (weightlifter)
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