Natalya Lebedeva | |
|---|---|
| Born | 24 August 1949 |
| Occupation(s) | track and field hurdler |
| Olympic medal record | ||
|---|---|---|
| Women’s athletics | ||
 | 1976 Montreal | 100m Hurdles |
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