Nikolai Gorbachev facts for kids

Nikolai Stepanovich Gorbachev (Russian: Николай Степанович Горбачёв, Belarusian: Мікалай Сцяпанавіч Гарбачоў) was a talented athlete from the Soviet Union and later Belarus. He was born on May 15, 1948, and passed away on April 9, 2019, at the age of 70. Nikolai Gorbachev was famous for being a sprint canoer, which means he raced canoes over short distances very quickly.

He competed in the sport during the early to mid-1970s. His biggest achievement was winning a gold medal at the 1972 Summer Olympics in Munich, Germany.

Nikolai Gorbachev: A Champion Paddler

Nikolai Stepanovich Gorbachev was a remarkable canoer. He showed great skill and speed in his sport. His dedication led him to become an Olympic champion.

Olympic Gold in Munich

At the 1972 Summer Olympics held in Munich, Nikolai Gorbachev achieved his dream. He won a gold medal in the K-2 1000 meter event. The "K-2" means it was a kayak for two people. The "1000 meter" means they raced over a distance of one kilometer. This was a huge victory for him and his team.

World Championship Success

Besides his Olympic win, Gorbachev also had great success at the ICF Canoe Sprint World Championships. These are major international competitions for canoers. He earned three medals in the K-4 10000 meter event. The "K-4" means it was a kayak for four people. The "10000 meter" means they raced over ten kilometers.

• In 1974, he won a gold medal at the World Championships.
• He also earned two bronze medals.
• These bronze medals were in 1971 and 1975.

His achievements show he was one of the top canoers of his time.

Later Life

Nikolai Gorbachev continued to be a respected figure in the world of canoeing. He passed away in 2019, leaving behind a legacy of sportsmanship and success.

See also

• In Spanish: Nikolái Gorbachov para niños