About Yordan Bikov
Born 1950. Yordan Bikov is a Bulgarian weightlifter and strength athlete.
Yordan Bikov (, born 17 November 1950) is a retired Bulgarian middleweight weightlifter. He won the clean and jerk event at the 1971 World Championships. In 1972 he won the European title and Olympic gold medal, setting a new world record in the total. He retired next year after placing second at the European championships, and became a weightlifting coach.
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Who is Yordan Bikov?
Bulgarian weightlifter
When was Yordan Bikov born?
Yordan Bikov was born on 17 October 1950 in Pazardzhik.
What is Yordan Bikov's occupation?
Yordan Bikov is a weightlifter and strength athlete.
What nationality is Yordan Bikov?
Yordan Bikov is Bulgarian.
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