The Ukrainian World Congress (UWC) congratulates Victor Kovalenko, a legendary Ukrainian from Australia and Olympic champion, on receiving the Order of Merit from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Australia’s most renowned sailing coach and Olympic champion was honored with this high distinction for his dedication, decades of mentoring athletes, and service to both Ukraine and Australia, the Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organizations (AFUO) reported.
As a coach his teams have won 10 Olympic medals (6 gold, 1 silver, 3 bronze).
Kovalenko is also an active member of the Ukrainian community in Sydney, where he contributes together with his wife Tetiana and their family.
The UWC recognizes and honors Kovalenko’s legendary contribution to the development of sailing. The award is a well-deserved acknowledgment of his lifelong commitment to the sport, mentorship of young athletes, and active engagement in the Ukrainian community in Australia.
In July 2024, Kovalenko took part in the UWC’s #TheLastOlympics campaign that was launched ahead of the 2024 Summer Games in Paris. You can read his story at this link.
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