Russian hockey legend Viktor Tikhonov passes away at 84

Legendary Russian hockey coach and player Viktor Tikhonov passed away Sunday at the age of 84.

Tikhonov is best known for coaching the Soviet national team during its most dominant stretch, winning three Olympic gold medals and eight world championship gold medals, along with a Challenge Cup victory and a Canada Cup title.

He also captured 13 consecutive Soviet league titles as a coach and enjoyed a successful playing career, winning four Soviet titles. He retired from hockey in 1996.

Tikhonov's grandson, also named Viktor, plays for SKA Saint Petersburg of the KHL.