Ivans Klementjevs

Canoeist with Olympic achievement

Ivans Klementjevs - Canoeist with Olympic achievement
Born

November 18th, 1960
64 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Latvia

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Competed in canoeing events, achieving notable success on the international stage. Represented Latvia at the 1980 Moscow Olympics, where a bronze medal was earned in the K-4 1000 meters event. Participated in various European championships, securing multiple medals throughout a distinguished career. Contributed to the development of canoeing in Latvia and served as a source of inspiration for future athletes.

Bronze medal in K-4 1000 meters at 1980 Olympics

Multiple medals at European Championships

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