About Georgy Vershinin
Born 1939. Georgy Vershinin is a Russian wrestler and coach.
Georgy Aleksandrovich Vershinin (, born 16 November 1939) is a retired Russian Greco-Roman wrestler who won a bronze medal at the 1967 European Championships.
Vershinin first trained in gymnastics, and took up wrestling inspired by Ivan Poddubny. In 1957 he moved from Myski to Saint Petersburg to study at an institute of physical education, and later served with the Soviet Army in Leningrad Oblast. He retired from competitions in 1969, having won the Soviet wrestling title twice and five times placing second or third. After that for 22 years he coached wrestlers at his sports society CSKA Moscow, raising 10 world champions and one Olympic gold medalist, Gennady Korban.
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Who is Georgy Vershinin?
Russian Greco-Roman wrestler
When was Georgy Vershinin born?
Georgy Vershinin was born on 16 November 1939 in Myski.
What is Georgy Vershinin's occupation?
Georgy Vershinin is a wrestler and coach.
What nationality is Georgy Vershinin?
Georgy Vershinin is Russian.
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