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Yuri Kovshov

b. 1951

Soviet equestrian

Dressage rider
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About Yuri Kovshov

Born 1951. Yuri Kovshov is a Russian dressage rider.

Yuri Aleksandrovich Kovshov (; born 5 September 1951) is a former Ukrainian Soviet equestrian and Olympic champion. He was born in Kushka, Turkmen SSR, and was affiliated with VDFSO Kiev. He won a gold medal in team dressage at the 1980 Summer Olympics in Moscow, and received a silver medal in individual dressage.

His grandson Maksim took part at several dressage championships in the early 2010s.

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Important facts

Born
5 September 1951, Serhetabat
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Dressage rider
Nationality
Soviet Union
Awards
Order of the Badge of Honour; Honoured Master of Sports of the USSR
Also known as
Yuri Aleksandrovich Kovshov

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Yuri Kovshov?

Soviet equestrian

When was Yuri Kovshov born?

Yuri Kovshov was born on 5 September 1951 in Serhetabat.

What is Yuri Kovshov's occupation?

Yuri Kovshov is a dressage rider.

What nationality is Yuri Kovshov?

Yuri Kovshov is Russian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Yuri Kovshov

· Wikidata: Q2587301

· DBpedia: Yuri Kovshov

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