The message reads, in part:
“You have already contributed to our national medal count with two silver medals, and today’s gold medal has become an outstanding continuation of your successful and strong performance in Sochi.”
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Congratulations to Nikolai Polukhin, biathlon champion at the Winter Paralympics
Vladimir Putin sent a congratulatory message to Nikolai Polukhin, champion in the 15km individual biathlon event among visually impaired athletes at the XI Winter Paralympic Games in Sochi.