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SBR confirmed the death of biathlete Malinovsky in a plane crash
Igor Malinovsky / Photo: © RIA Novosti / Alexander Wilf
Russian biathlete Igor Malinovsky died in a plane crash in Kamchatka, according to the website of the Russian Biathlon Union (RBU).
The Robinson helicopter under the control of Malinovsky took off on July 16 along the route “Milkovo – Valley of Geysers – Uzon Volcano Caldera” and did not get in touch at the appointed time. A search and rescue operation was organized. The authorities of the region on Sunday reported that the vehicle was found burnt out 13 kilometers from the Uzon volcano. Subsequently, the Ministry of Emergency Situations confirmed that none of those on board survived.
— He loved biathlon and aviation. After completing his sports career, Igor became a pilot and worked in his native Kamchatka. The whole biathlon family mourns. The Russian Biathlon Union expresses its deepest condolences to Igor’s family and friends.
Malinovsky was 25 years old, he is a multiple world and European champion among juniors, winner and prize-winner of the junior world championships in summer biathlon.
Source: Sportbox
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