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Galina Stepanskaya

b. 1949

Soviet speed skater

Speed skater
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About Galina Stepanskaya

Born 1949. Galina Stepanskaya is a Russian speed skater.

Galina Andreyevna Stepanskaya (; born 27 January 1949) is a former speed skater who competed for the Soviet Union. She won the 1,500 m event at the 1976 Winter Olympics in Innsbruck. She was Soviet Allround Champion in 1976 and 1977 and won silver twice at the World Allround Championships, in 1977 and 1978.

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Important facts

Born
27 January 1949, Saint Petersburg
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Speed skater
Nationality
Soviet Union
Awards
Order of the Badge of Honour; Honoured Master of Sports of the USSR
Also known as
Galina Andreyevna Stepanskaya

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Galina Stepanskaya?

Soviet speed skater

When was Galina Stepanskaya born?

Galina Stepanskaya was born on 27 January 1949 in Saint Petersburg.

What is Galina Stepanskaya's occupation?

Galina Stepanskaya is a speed skater.

What nationality is Galina Stepanskaya?

Galina Stepanskaya is Russian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Galina Stepanskaya

· Wikidata: Q436346

· DBpedia: Galina Stepanskaya

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