Anisya Kirdyapkina
Russian race walker, 2012 Olympic Champion
Born
October 23rd, 1989
35 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Russia
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Became a prominent race walker, achieving significant success in international competitions. Competed in the women's 20 kilometers walk at the 2012 Summer Olympics held in London, where a gold medal was secured. Eventual focus on race walking led to participation in multiple World Championships, consistently performing at high levels and contributing to the development of the sport in Russia.
Gold medal in the 20 km walk at the 2012 Olympics
Multiple appearances at World Championships
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