Jüri Jaanson
Profile
Jüri Jaanson is an Estonian politician and former champion rower serving as a member of the Riigikogu for the Estonian Reform Party. Born in Tartu, he overcame severe childhood hearing loss to become Estonia's most successful rower of all time, capturing two Olympic silver medals and multiple World Championship titles. Transitioning into politics, he has represented Pärnu County as a legislator focusing on sustainable development, economic progress, and regional affairs.
Details
- Born
- 1965-10-14 · 60 years old
- Birth place
- Tartu, Estonia
- Education
- Viljandi Secondary School No. 4; University of Tartu, physical education; University of Tartu, Pärnu College, economics
- Career
- Professional rower, Member of the Board at OÜ JAGT and Vanapargi OÜ
