Description: (Former Bulgarian Weightlifter and Olympic Gold Medalist)
Norair Nurikyan, a former Bulgarian weightlifter of Armenian heritage, is renowned for his exceptional accomplishments in the sport. He is a two-time Olympic Champion and has received prestigious accolades like the Hero of Socialist Labor of Bulgaria and Order of the Bulgaria, First Degree. In 1994, he was inducted into the International Weightlifting Federation Hall of Fame for his remarkable contributions to weightlifting, cementing his status as a legend in the sport.