Alexander Anatolievich Petrenko (alternative spelling: Alexandre; 4 February 1976 – 21 July 2006) was a Russian professional

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player. He was born in

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, and held Russian citizenship.

Professional career

Petrenko played professional basketball with Khimki Moscow Region, in the Russian Championship. He was named the Russian League Player of the Year in 2006.

National team career

Petrenko was a member of the senior

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. He played at the

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Death

Petrenko died in a car crash near

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, on 21 July 2006.RUSSIA: PETRENKO KILLED IN CAR CRASH.
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References

External links

Euroleague.net ProfileThe Alexander Petrenko Memorial
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