Alexander legkov biography

The name of Alexander Legkov is known to everyone who enjoys winter sports. Triumphant Olympic Games in Sochi, one of the leaders of the Russian national team, a brilliant athlete - all this is about him.

About the life of the skier will be told in this article.

Brief Biography of an Athlete

Legkov Alexander was born on May 7, in the small town of Krasnoarmeysk, located in the Moscow region. All members of his family loved sports.

Alexander legkov biography

Mom occupied the position of physical education teacher in one of the local schools, and my father was passionate about hockey and football; Brother of the future skier from childhood was engaged in biathlon.

Perhaps, it was the father's passion for hockey and led to the fact that he began to engage in Junior Light.

Alexander, however, for family reasons after a while could not continue attending training, despite the fact that the mentors noted the boy's great ability.