Vladimir Shmelyov

Biographical information

RolesCompeted in Olympic Games
SexMale
Full nameVladimir Konstantinovich•Shmelyov
Used nameVladimir•Shmelyov
Original nameВладимир Константинович•Шмелёв
Born31 August 1946 in Magadan, Magadan (RUS)
Died14 June 2023 in Khimki, Moskva Oblast (RUS)
Measurements187 cm / 83 kg
AffiliationsVS Moskva oblast, (RUS)
NOC Soviet Union
Nationality Russian Federation
Medals OG
Gold 1
Silver 0
Bronze 0
Total 1

Biography

Besides his Olympic gold, Vladimir Shmelyov was a world team champion in 1973-74, while taking individual silvers at those championships. Shmelyov was also the Soviet champion in 1971 and 1972. After his sporting career, Shmelyov worked as a modern pentathlon coach.

Results

Games Discipline (Sport) / Event NOC / Team Pos Medal Nationality As
1972 Summer Olympics Modern Pentathlon URS RUS Vladimir Shmelyov
Individual, Men (Olympic) 5
Team, Men (Olympic) Soviet Union 1 Gold