Rutt Šmigun (until 1975 Rehemaa; born 4 May 1954) is an Estonian cross-country skier.[1]

She was born in Tartu.[1]

She began her skiing career in 1961, coached by Agnes Nopasson, and later Herbert Abel. He won two silver medal at World Junior Championships in 5 km, and in relay. She is multiple-times Estonian champion in different skiing disciplines.[1]

In 2010 she was named Mother of the Year by Estonian Women's Association.[1]

Her husband is Anatoli Šmigun. Their daughters are skiers Kristina Šmigun-Vähi and Katrin Šmigun.[1]

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 5 "Rutt_Šmigun". esbl.ee. Retrieved 5 April 2022.
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