Olga Rypakova
Triple jumper and Olympic medalist
Born
November 30th, 1984
40 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Kazakhstan
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A triple jumper competed at multiple international competitions. Achieved significant recognition in athletics with remarkable performances, particularly in the triple jump discipline. Secured a gold medal at the 2012 London Olympics and a silver medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Holds the national record for Kazakhstan in the triple jump and has won several medals at the Asian Championships.
Gold medal at the 2012 London Olympics
Silver medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympics
Multiple medals at the Asian Championships
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