He was born in Russia but then moved to Ukraine and graduated from the Institute of Physical Education in Kyiv.[ Since 1973 he lives in Saint Petersburg and works as a cycling coach and lector at the Lesgaft University of Physical Education. He was awarded the Order of the Badge of Honour.]
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