Uno Aava

Uno Aava (until 1938, Uno Grünmann; born 22 November 1928) is an Estonian racing driver and sports historian. In 2001 he was chosen to best rally driver of 20th century of Estonia.[1]

Uno Aava
Born22 November 1928
Vologda, Russia
Alma materTallinn University of Technology
Occupation(s)Racing driver and sports historian.
Awards
  • 1987: Merited Sport Personnel of Estonian SSR
  • 2001: best rally driver of 20th century of Estonia

He was born in Vologda, Russia. In 1967 he graduated from Tallinn University of Technology.[1]

He began his racing career in 1958. He participated on 1968 London–Sydney Marathon, placed 22nd. In 1959 and 1963 he won Soviet Union championships. 1960–1970 he was a member of Soviet Union national racing team.[1]

Awards:[1]

  • 1987: Merited Sport Personnel of Estonian SSR
  • 2001: best rally driver of 20th century of Estonia

References
  1. "Uno_Aava". esbl.ee. Retrieved 29 March 2022.
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