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Ivan Patzaichin

Romanian sprint canoeist (1949-2021) · Romania · On the map · Athletes · Died at 71

Ivan Patzaichin was a Romanian canoe racing coach and sprint canoeist. He took part in all major competitions between 1968 and 1984, including five consecutive Olympics, and won seven Olympic and 22 world championship medals, including four Olympic gold medals.

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Awards

Silver Olympic Order1990
Sport Merit Order

About this person

This makes him the most decorated Romanian canoeist of all time.

Country
Romania
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1949 to 2021 · aged 71

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