Biathlon legend Sergei Chepikov will be buried at the Troekurovsky cemetery on September 21

Farewell to Sergey Chepikov will be held on September 21 in Moscow at the Troekurovsky cemetery. This is reported by the press service of the Biathlon Union of Russia (SBR).

Two-time Olympic champion, the legend of domestic biathlon passed away on September 17 in the 60th year after a long illness.

Sergey Chepikov is one of the most titled representatives of Russian biathlon. In his piggy bank - gold medals of the Olympic Games: in 1988 in Calgary he won the relay, and in 1994 in Lillehammer - in the sprint. In addition, the athlete has many awards of world championships and world Cups. Chepikov became the first in the history of Russian biathlon winner of the World Cup, proving that the Russian style in this sport is built on a combination of high speed, composure and accurate shooting.

Chepikov’s unique achievement remains participation in six Winter Olympics – his sports career lasted more than twenty years. He became a link between generations of biathletes and an example for young athletes.

For the Russian biathlon, Sergey Chepikov was not only a titled athlete, but also a keeper of traditions, a wise mentor and a person who knew how to inspire. His contribution to the sport is considered invaluable.

Earlier, MK-Ural wrote that the head of Yekaterinburg Alexei Orlov expressed condolences to the athlete’s relatives, friends and pupils.

On behalf of the Administration of the city of Yekaterinburg, on behalf of all residents of the Ural capital and on my own behalf, I express my deepest and sincere condolences to Sergey Chepikov’s relatives, friends and pupils. A bright memory of him will forever remain in the hearts of thousands of people, the mayor said.