Erki Nool
Estonian decathlete and politician
Born
June 25th, 1970
55 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Estonia
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Competed in decathlon and achieved notable success, winning the gold medal at the 2002 European Championships. Participated in the 1996 and 2000 Summer Olympics representing Estonia. Transitioned into politics after retirement from athletics, serving as a member of the Estonian Parliament and contributing to sports administration.
Won gold in decathlon at 2002 European Championships
Competed in the 1996 and 2000 Summer Olympics
Served as a member of the Estonian Parliament
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