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Yuri Sergeev

1925 – 2024

Soviet speed skater

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About Yuri Sergeev

Lived 1925 – 2024 (aged 99). Yuri Sergeev was a Russian speed skater.

Yuri Valentinovich Sergeev (; 16 July 1925 – 29 July 2024) was a Russian speed skater who competed for the Soviet Union in the 1956 Winter Olympics. He finished fourth in the 500 metres event. He was born in Moscow. Sergeev died on 29 July 2024, at the age of 99.

World records

Source: SpeedSkatingStats.com

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Important facts

Born
16 July 1925, Moscow
Birth century
20th century
Died
29 July 2024, Moscow
Occupation
Speed skater
Nationality
Soviet Union, Russia
Awards
Order of the Patriotic War, 2nd class; Order of the Badge of Honour; Medal "For the Defence of Moscow"; Honoured Master of Sports of the USSR; Honoured coach of the RSFSR
Also known as
Yuri Valentinovich Sergeev

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Yuri Sergeev?

Soviet speed skater

When was Yuri Sergeev born?

Yuri Sergeev was born on 16 July 1925 in Moscow.

When did Yuri Sergeev die?

Yuri Sergeev died on 29 July 2024 in Moscow.

What was Yuri Sergeev's occupation?

Yuri Sergeev was a speed skater.

What nationality was Yuri Sergeev?

Yuri Sergeev was Russian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Yuri Sergeev

· Wikidata: Q8061596

· DBpedia: Yuri Sergeev

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