Russell Dove

Biographical information

RolesCompeted in Olympic Games
SexMale
Full nameRussell Joseph•Dove
Used nameRussell•Dove
Born22 September 1928
Died19 April 2016
Measurements173 cm / 93 kg
NOC Australia

Biography

Russell Dove represented Australia in shooting at the 1972 Olympics. His other sporting passion was riding motorcycles and he was a member of two clubs, including the Ulysses Motorcycle Club. He often went on overseas motorcycle tours. In 1955, Dove started Dove Jewelry Store in St. Mary’s, near Adelaide, South Australia, which at his death was the longest running business in St. Mary’s.

Results

Games Discipline (Sport) / Event NOC / Team Pos Medal As
1972 Summer Olympics Shooting AUS Russell Dove
Small-Bore Rifle, Prone, 50 metres, Open (Olympic) 25

Olympic family relations