Gennady Kovalev (biathlete)
Soviet-Russian biathlete (1945–2024)
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Gennady Ivanovich Kovalev (10 October 1945 – 30 December 2024) was a Soviet-Russian biathlete.
Nationality
Soviet Union
Russia
Soviet Union
RussiaBornGennady Ivanovich Kovalev
10 October 1945
10 October 1945
Died30 December 2024 (aged 79)
Chita, Zabaykalsky Krai, Russia
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Soviet Union Russia |
| Born | Gennady Ivanovich Kovalev 10 October 1945 |
| Died | 30 December 2024 (aged 79) Chita, Zabaykalsky Krai, Russia |
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Life and career
Kovalev was born in the village of Novy Durulguy,[1] Ononsky District, Chita Oblast.[2] He was a lieutenant colonel in the Russian Armed Forces.[3]
Kovalev competed at the 1973 Biathlon World Championships, winning a gold and silver medal in two events.[4] He then competed at the 1974 Biathlon World Championships, finishing in 17th place in the 20 km individual event.[5]
