Aleksandr Menkov

Russian long jumper, World Champion 2013

Aleksandr Menkov - Russian long jumper, World Champion 2013
Born

December 7th, 1990
34 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Russia

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Competed in long jump at an elite level. Achieved a personal best of 8.56 meters in 2013, winning the World Championships in Moscow. Won the European Indoor Championships in 2013, securing a gold medal. Represented Russia in various international competitions, including the Olympics.

Won gold at the 2013 World Championships

Set a personal best of 8.56 meters

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