Education
PhD in pedagogical science, Academy of Physical Education
Sports practised
Athletics (pole vault)
Sports career
Olympic Games: Gold medal in 2004 and 2008; bronze medal in 2012; competed in 2000 - World Championships: Gold medals in 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2012 and 2013 - World Cup: Gold medal in 2006
Sports administration
Member of the Russian National Olympic Committee Athletes’ Commission; Member of the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) Athletes’ Commission