Alexander Popov

Born on 16th November 1971, Aleksandr Vladimirovich Popov is a former professional swimmer from Russia. He is one of the two freestyle swimmers of the world who have won four individual Olympic medals in freestyle events.

His Achievements:-

• Won 2 gold medals in 50m and 100m freestyle events and 2 silver medals in 4 x 100m relay and medley at the 1992 Summer Olympics in Spain.
• Won 2 gold medals in 50m and 100m and 2 silver medals in 4 x 100m relay and medley at the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta.
• Won a silver medal in the 100m event at the 2000 Summer Olympics that took place in Sydney
• Bagged gold medals in 50m and 100m freestyle at the 1994 World Aquatics Championships in Rome
• In 1998, he added another feather in his cap by winning a gold medal in the 100m freestyle event at the World Aquatics Championships convened in Perth.
• The World Aquatics Championships of 2003 that took place in Barcelona again witnessed his impactful winning performance in 50m, 100m and 4 x 100m events.
• For his astounding performances in freestyle swimming, Alexander has been honoured with the "Order of Friendship"," Order of Merit for the Fatherland" (in 3rd class) and "Master of Sports".