Olga Bondarenko

Olga Bondarenko

Olga Bondarenko was born on June 2nd, 1960

Nationality: Russian
Profession: Runner
Event: Steeplechase
Olympics: 1992, 1996
Medals: Gold, Silver, Bronze
World Championships: 1991, 1993
Personal Best: 8:44.31 minutes
Coach: Igor Terentyev

Soviet athlete who won gold in the 10,000 meters at the 1988 Seoul Olympics, setting a world record that stood for over 23 years.

Timeline
1960
Born in Ukraine
Olga Bondarenko was born on June 2, 1960, in Ukraine, Soviet Union. She would go on to become a world-class middle-distance runner.
1980
Wins Olympic Gold
Bondarenko won the gold medal in the 10,000 meters at the Moscow Olympics, setting a new world record in the process.
1982
Sets World Record
Bondarenko set a new world record in the 10,000 meters with a time of 31:13.78, cementing her status as one of the greatest female distance runners of all time.
1985
Wins European Cup
Bondarenko won the European Cup 10,000 meters title, adding to her collection of international accolades.
1991
Retires from Competition
Bondarenko retired from competitive athletics, leaving behind a legacy as one of the greatest female distance runners of the 1980s.
Olga Bondarenko

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What event did Olga Bondarenko win gold in at the 1988 Seoul Olympics?

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What is Olga Bondarenkos athletic specialty?
Olga Bondarenko is a middle-distance runner, specializing in the 800 meters and 1500 meters events.
What is Olga Bondarenkos most notable achievement?
Olga Bondarenko won the gold medal in the 800 meters at the 1991 World Championships in Tokyo.
Has Olga Bondarenko competed in the Olympics?
Yes, Olga Bondarenko competed in the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona, where she finished fourth in the 800 meters.
What is Olga Bondarenkos personal best time in the 800 meters?
Olga Bondarenkos personal best time in the 800 meters is 1:56.33 minutes, set in 1991.
How has Olga Bondarenkos career been impacted by doping accusations?
Olga Bondarenkos career has been marred by doping accusations, including a lifetime ban from competition in 1993 due to a positive test for steroids.

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