Career
1959 won 800 meters at 2nd Spartakiada of the Peoples of the USSR. 1960 placed 1st in 800 meters at competition dedicated to the Znamensky Brothers.
1960 Rome Olympics and World Champion in 800 meter run
1959 won 800 meters at 2nd Spartakiada of the Peoples of the USSR. 1960 placed 1st in 800 meters at competition dedicated to the Znamensky Brothers.