Viatcheslav Ekimov

Cyclist, 1998 World Time Trial Champion

Viatcheslav Ekimov - Cyclist, 1998 World Time Trial Champion
Born

February 4th, 1966
59 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Russia

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Born in 1966, a Russian cyclist specialized in time trials. Competed internationally with significant achievements throughout the 1990s and early 2000s. Gained recognition for performance in World Championships and Olympics. Achieved a gold medal in the Men's Team Time Trial at the 2000 Sydney Olympics, contributing to the team's success. Dominated various individual time trial events, showcasing a remarkable talent for endurance and speed. Continued to be involved in professional cycling after retirement.

Won the 1998 World Time Trial Championship

Gold medal in Men's Team Time Trial at the 2000 Sydney Olympics

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