Estonian road racing cyclist who won the 1964 Summer Olympics individual road race and became the first Eastern Bloc athlete to do so.
Aavo Pikkuus is a renowned retired Estonian cyclist, best known for his impressive achievements as part of the Soviet Union cycling team, including winning the 100 km team time trial at the 1976 Summer Olympics and 1977 UCI Road World Championships.
Pikkuus's impressive cycling career spanned from 1974 to 1981, during which he won four national Soviet titles in the road race and finished second at the world championships in 1975 and 1978. His notable wins include the multistage Peace Race in 1977, the Circuit de la Sarthe in 1977, and the Giro delle Regione in 1978. He also dominated the team competition at the Peace Race, winning in 1975, 1977, and 1979.
One of Pikkuus's most notable achievements is his Olympic gold medal in the 100 km team time trial at the 1976 Summer Olympics in Montreal, Canada. He repeated this success at the 1977 UCI Road World Championships, solidifying his position as one of the top cyclists of his time.
After retiring from cycling in 1981, Pikkuus successfully competed in auto rally, winning the 1983 Saaremaa Rally. He later ventured into business, owning a car shop, which unfortunately burned down in the 1990s.
Pikkuus has received numerous accolades for his contributions to Estonian sports. He was named Estonian Sportspersonality of the year five times (1974, 1977, 1978) and was awarded the Order of the Estonian Red Cross in 2001. He is also an honorary member of the Estonian Olympic Committee.
Aavo Pikkuus is married and has three daughters and a son. Despite his many achievements, he remains humble and dedicated to his family.
Aavo Pikkuus's impressive cycling career and numerous achievements have left an indelible mark on Estonian sports history. He continues to inspire future generations of cyclists and sports enthusiasts, cementing his status as a true legend in the world of cycling.
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