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Igor Lapshin

b. 1963

Athletics competitor

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About Igor Lapshin

Born 1963. Igor Lapshin is a Russian and Belarusian athlete and athletics competitor.

Igor Olegovich Lapshin (; born August 8, 1963) is a retired male triple jumper who represented the USSR. Best known for his 1988 Olympic silver medal, he also won the 1991 World Indoor Championships as well as one European Indoor title. In July 1988 Lapshin achieved a personal best jump of 17.69 metres, which puts him 21st in the all-time performers list.

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Education
Belarusian State University of Physical Culture
Awards
Honoured Master of Sports of the USSR
Also known as
Igor Olegovich Lapshin

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Igor Lapshin?

athletics competitor

When was Igor Lapshin born?

Igor Lapshin was born on 8 August 1963 in Vitebsk.

What is Igor Lapshin's occupation?

Igor Lapshin is an athlete and athletics competitor.

What nationality is Igor Lapshin?

Igor Lapshin is Russian and Belarusian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Igor Lapshin

· Wikidata: Q1657767

· DBpedia: Igor Lapshin

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