Andrey Malanichev

Andrey Malanichev

Andrey Malanichev (born January 10, 1977, in Moscow) — Honored Master of sports of Russia in powerlifting, Elite Pro Powerlifter, multiple champion of Russia, Europe, winner of many international tournaments, the fivefold owner of the Cup of the Titans (2008, 2009, 2010, 2012, 2015).[1]

Before starting a career in powerlifting he was fond of free style wrestling (competitively) and then competitive amateur boxing. By the time he got to a real lifting gym at 16 and started to train with his trainer Andrey Chuprin he could bench 80 kg and squat 120 kg.[2]

Andrey twice (2011 and 2014) was named as the strongest lifter in the world according to the authoritative world powerlifting forum PowerliftingWatch.

Competition record
Powerlifting
Representing  Russia
Championship of Moscow among juniors
1st 1998 Championship of Moscow among juniors +110 kg
European championship in Poland
1st 1999 European championship in Poland 110 kg

During his career, Andrey has set more than 20 world records.

References

  1. ↑ "Andrey Malanichev - Free Encyclopedia of Power Sports".
  2. ↑ "Andrey Malanichev Interview". Toronto Barbell Gym Equipment.


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