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Leonid Moseyev

b. 1952

Soviet distance runner

Long-distance runner Athletics competitor
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About Leonid Moseyev

Born 1952. Leonid Moseyev is a Russian long-distance runner and athletics competitor.

Leonid Nikolaevich Moseyev (; born October 21, 1952) is a retired male long-distance runner from the Soviet Union.

Moseyev won the gold medal in the men's marathon at the 1978 European Championships in Prague.

He twice competed in the same event for the Soviet Union at the Summer Olympics in 1976 and 1980, finishing 7th and 5th respectively.

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Important facts

Born
21 October 1952, Kasli
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Long-distance runner, athletics competitor
Nationality
Soviet Union, Russia
Education
Ural State University of Physical Culture
Awards
Honoured Master of Sports of the USSR
Also known as
Leonid Nikolayevich Moseyev, Leonid Nikolaevich Moseyev

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Leonid Moseyev?

Soviet distance runner

When was Leonid Moseyev born?

Leonid Moseyev was born on 21 October 1952 in Kasli.

What is Leonid Moseyev's occupation?

Leonid Moseyev is a long-distance runner and athletics competitor.

What nationality is Leonid Moseyev?

Leonid Moseyev is Russian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Leonid Moseyev

· Wikidata: Q1661572

· DBpedia: Leonid Moseyev

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