21 may, 2010 11:55  
 
 

Prime Minister Vladimir Putin congratulates Olympic champion Vladimir Salnikov, chairman of the Russian Swimming Federation, on his 50th birthday

 
 
 

The message of greetings reads, in part:

Your bright career and great victories are a part of the country's sports heritage. You are regarded as one of the most accomplished members of the national swimming team, a talented and goal-oriented man with a strong fighting spirit.