About Nikolay Solovyov
Lived 1931 – 2007 (aged 76). Nikolay Solovyov was a Russian amateur wrestler.
Nikolay Nikolayevich Solovyov (; 12 July 1931 – 15 November 2007) was a flyweight Greco-Roman wrestler from Russia who won a gold medal at the 1956 Olympics.
Solovyov first competed in shooting and fencing, placing sixth in the Soviet foil championships. He then changed to wrestling and won the Soviet title in 1955 and 1959, placing second in 1958 and third in 1954. He graduated from an institute of physical education, and after retiring from competitions trained the Soviet wrestling team. He also served as an international referee and as vice-president of the Saint Petersburg wrestling federation.
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Who was Nikolay Solovyov?
Soviet wrestler (1931–2007)
When was Nikolay Solovyov born?
Nikolay Solovyov was born on 27 July 1931 in Rodniki.
When did Nikolay Solovyov die?
Nikolay Solovyov died on 15 November 2007 in Saint Petersburg.
What was Nikolay Solovyov's occupation?
Nikolay Solovyov was an amateur wrestler.
What nationality was Nikolay Solovyov?
Nikolay Solovyov was Russian.
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