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Born 23 March 1931
Moscow, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union
Died 10 January 1995 (aged 63)
Moscow, Russia
Sport
Sport Greco-Roman wrestling
Club Burevestnik Moscow
Medal record
Representing the  Soviet Union
Olympic Games
Gold 1952 Helsinki -52 kg
World Championships
Gold 1953 Naples -52 kg
Gold 1958 Budapest -52 kg

Boris Maksimovich Gurevich (Russian: Борис Максимович Гуревич; born March 23, 1931 – died January 10, 1995) was a famous Soviet wrestler. He achieved great success in his sport. He won several gold medals during his career.

Early Life and Training

Boris Gurevich was born in Moscow, which was then part of the Soviet Union. He started his sports journey with gymnastics. This helped him build strength and flexibility. Later, in 1948, he discovered wrestling. He decided to focus on this exciting sport.

Becoming a Wrestler

Wrestling became his main passion. He trained hard to become a skilled athlete. His dedication helped him compete at the highest levels.

Major Achievements

Boris Gurevich is best known for his impressive wins. He earned gold medals in important international competitions. These victories made him a national hero.

Olympic Gold Medal

One of his biggest achievements was at the 1952 Summer Olympics in Helsinki, Finland. He competed in Greco-Roman wrestling. This style of wrestling focuses on throws and holds above the waist. Boris Gurevich won a gold medal in the -52 kg category. This was a huge moment for him and his country.

World Championship Titles

He also proved his skill at the World Wrestling Championships. He won two gold medals at these major events.

  • He won his first world title in 1953. This championship was held in Naples, Italy.
  • His second world gold came in 1958. This competition took place in Budapest, Hungary.

These wins showed he was one of the best wrestlers in the world.

Life After Competition

After he stopped competing, Boris Gurevich continued to be involved in wrestling. He used his experience to help new athletes.

Coaching Career

He became a wrestling coach in Moscow. He shared his knowledge and skills with younger wrestlers. He helped them develop their talents. His coaching helped shape the next generation of athletes.

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