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Nikolay Pimenov

Personal information
Full name	Nikolay Igorevich Pimenov
Born	29 March 1958 (1958-03-29) (age 67) Moscow, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union
Height	1.90 m (6 ft 3 in)
Weight	86 kg (190 lb)
Relatives	Yuriy Pimenov (twin brother)
Sport
Sport	Rowing
Medal record Representing the  Soviet Union Olympic Games Silver 1980 Moscow Coxless pair Friendship Games Gold 1984 Moscow Coxless pair World Rowing Championships Gold 1981 Munich Coxless pair Gold 1985 Hazewinkel Coxless pair Gold 1986 Nottingham Coxless pair Silver 1979 Bled Coxless pair Silver 1983 Duisburg Coxless four Silver 1990 Tasmania Coxless pair Bronze 1987 Copenhagen Coxless pair

Nikolay Igorevich Pimenov (born on March 29, 1958) is a famous retired Russian rower. He is best known for competing in the coxless pairs event with his twin brother, Yuriy. A coxless pair is a type of rowing boat for two people, where each person uses one oar, and there is no coxswain (the person who steers and gives commands).

Between 1978 and 1993, Nikolay and Yuriy Pimenov achieved great success in rowing. They won a silver medal at the 1980 Olympic Games. They also earned many medals at the World Championships, including three gold, three silver, and one bronze. The brothers competed in the 1988 and 1992 Olympic Games, but they missed the 1984 Olympics because the Soviet Union did not participate in those Games.

Nikolay Pimenov's Rowing Career

Early Success and Olympic Medals

Nikolay Pimenov began his impressive rowing career in the late 1970s. He quickly became a top athlete, often rowing alongside his twin brother, Yuriy. Their teamwork made them a very strong pair in the coxless event.

In 1980, Nikolay and Yuriy Pimenov competed at the Olympic Games held in Moscow. They performed exceptionally well, earning a silver medal for their country. This was a major achievement for the brothers.

World Championship Wins

The Pimenov brothers continued their success at the World Rowing Championships. They won their first gold medal at the 1981 World Championships in Munich. This showed they were among the best rowers in the world.

They went on to win two more gold medals at the World Championships: in 1985 in Hazewinkel and in 1986 in Nottingham. They also secured several silver and bronze medals throughout their careers, proving their consistent high performance.

Missing the 1984 Olympics

In 1984, the Olympic Games were held in Los Angeles. However, the Soviet Union, along with several other countries, decided not to send their athletes to compete. This meant that Nikolay and Yuriy Pimenov, who were at the peak of their careers, were unable to participate in those Games. Despite this, they continued to train and compete in other major events.

Life Beyond Rowing

Coaching and Art

After retiring from competitive rowing, Nikolay Pimenov remained involved in the sport. He became the head coach of the Russian junior rowing team. In this role, he helps train and guide young rowers, sharing his vast experience and knowledge.

Besides his coaching work, Nikolay Pimenov is also known as an internationally recognized painter. He has a talent for art, showing that athletes can have many different skills and interests outside of their sport.

Thomas Keller Medal

In 1996, Nikolay Pimenov received a very special award called the Thomas Keller Medal. This medal is the highest honor given in the sport of rowing. It is awarded to rowers who have had an outstanding international career and have shown great sportsmanship. Nikolay was only the fifth person ever to receive this prestigious award.

Interestingly, after winning the 1985 world title, Nikolay Pimenov was so exhausted that he had to go to the hospital. Because of this, he missed the award ceremony for his world championship win. This shows how much effort and dedication he put into his sport.

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