Andrey Malanichev
Andrey Vladimirovich 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.
Andrey Malanichev | |
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| Born | January 10, 1977 |
| Other names | "Malan" |
| Occupation | Powerlifting |
| Competition record | ||
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| Powerlifting | ||
Representing  | ||
| 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.
Powerlifting
485 kg (1,069 lb) squat, 260 kg (570 lb) bench press, 405 kg (893 lb) deadlift.
Malanichev totals 1,150 kg (2,540 lb) raw.
References
- "Andrey Malanichev - Free Encyclopedia of Power Sports".
- "Andrey Malanichev Interview". Toronto Barbell Gym Equipment.