About Gennady Sapunov
Lived 1938 – 2023 (aged 84). Gennady Sapunov was a Russian amateur wrestler and wrestling coach.
Gennady Andreyevich Sapunov (; 5 December 1938 – 30 August 2023) was a Russian Greco-Roman wrestler. He competed in the 1968 Olympics and won two gold and a silver medal at the World Wrestling Championships. From 1979 to 1990 he was the trainer for the Soviet Greco-Roman wrestling team. Sapunov died on 30 August 2023, at the age of 84.
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Who was Gennady Sapunov?
Soviet sports coach
When was Gennady Sapunov born?
Gennady Sapunov was born on 5 December 1938 in Muysky District.
When did Gennady Sapunov die?
Gennady Sapunov died on 30 August 2023 in Moscow.
What was Gennady Sapunov's occupation?
Gennady Sapunov was an amateur wrestler and wrestling coach.
What nationality was Gennady Sapunov?
Gennady Sapunov was Russian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Gennady Sapunov. https://biography.guide/gennady-sapunov/
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