2. Alexey Prokurorov was
born in the village of
Mishino, Vladimir region
on March 25, 1964. He
graduated from Vladimir
Pedagogical Institute, and
had the first international
successes when he was
still a student.
4. World Champion (1997), Silver (1997) and bronze (1989, 1995, 1997),
winner of the World Championships.
Multiple winner (1987, 1990, 1993, 1994, 1996, 1998 )of the World
Cup;
Silver (1987, 1988, 1995) and bronze (1989, 1992, 1995, 2001),
winner of the World Cup.
Olympic champion in Calgary (1988) in the 30 km race. At the same
Olympics became the silver medalist in the USSR national team.
Participant of the Olympic Games (1988, 1992, 1994, 1998 and 2002.)
The member of the national team since 1986. Played for the SC.
Finished his career at the World Cup 2002 in Lillehammer at 39 years
old.
In April 2006, he was appointed a senior coach of the women's
national team.
5. The tragic death of the Champion
Aleksey Prokurorov died in a ROAD ACCIDENT on
October 10, 2008 in Vladimir. He was knocked
down to death by car Vaz-2114 crossing Uritskogo
Street near the railway station of Vladimir. The car
was driven by a drunk driver of 23 years old, who
exceeded the speed and could not manage his car.
6. The Memorial Service was held on October 13, 2008 in
Vladimir in the city Palace of Culture. He was buried in the
City Cemetery "Ulybyshevo.“
7. Memory
October 10, 2012. The
Memorial stand was opened at
school named after A.
Prokurorov. Wreaths and
flowers were laid down at the
grave of the great athlete.
8. The name of А. А.
Prokurorov was
assigned to the
municipal
educational
institution of
additional education
for children
"Specialized
children and youth
sports school of the
Olympic reserve in
ski racing and
biathlon, Vladimir "