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Vladimir Kuznetsov dead at age 81, Russian Olympic cyclist

Vladimir Kuznetsov: key obituary facts

Is Vladimir Kuznetsov dead? Yes. Vladimir Kuznetsov died on July 20, 2026, at age 81.

Cause of death: Vladimir Kuznetsov's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.

What was Vladimir Kuznetsov known for?

He was a Russian bicycle racer.

More about Vladimir Kuznetsov

Born: 13 May 1945.

Place of birth: Moscow.

Gender: male.

Occupation: sport cyclist.

Nationality: Russia, Soviet Union.

Education: Russian State University of Physical Education, Sport, Youth and Tourism.

Awards: Merited Coach of the USSR, Honoured Master of Sports of the USSR.

Also known as: Vladimir Mikhaylovich Kuznetsov.

Vladimir Kuznetsov, a Russian Olympic cyclist who competed at the 1968 and 1972 Summer Games, died on July 20, 2026.

He was born in Moscow on May 13, 1945, and represented the Soviet Union as a bicycle racer during an international career that included appearances at two Olympic Games. Kuznetsov was also known as Vladimir Mikhaylovich Kuznetsov.

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