Volodymyr Holubnychy
Ukrainian race walker and Olympian
Born
June 2nd, 1936
88 years ago
Died
2021
4 years ago — 85 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Ukraine
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The athlete specialized in race walking, competing at the international level. Achievements include participation in the 1960 Rome Olympics, where an Olympic performance was showcased. Multiple national championships were won, contributing to the advancement of race walking in Ukraine.
Competed in the 1960 Rome Olympics
Won multiple national championships
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