Yelena Isinbayeva Russian Athlete Born 1982 in Volgograd
Yelena Isinbayeva · pole vaulter and athletics competitor · Soviet
Biography
Born on 3 June 1982 in Volgograd, Yelena Isinbayeva is a Russian athlete. She is listed with CSKA Moscow among her teams.
Early life
She went on to study at Volgograd State Academy of Physical Culture, finishing in 2010.
Recognition
Her awards include the Laureus World Sports Award for Sportswoman of the Year (2007). Her other honours include the Princess of Asturias Award for Sports (2009) and the Medal for services in conducting the population census. In total, she has received 7 awards.
Public roles
Her role as member of the International Olympic Committee dates from 2016.
Teams
1 team| Years | Team | Position |
|---|---|---|
| CSKA Moscow |
Awards and nominations
7 won, 0 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Princess of Asturias Award for Sports | Won | |
| 2007 | Laureus World Sports Award for Sportswoman of the Year | Won | |
| honorary citizen of Donetsk Oblast | Won | ||
| Medal for services in conducting the population census | Won | ||
| Medal of the Order "For Merit to the Fatherland", 2nd class without swords | Won | ||
| Order "For Merit to the Fatherland", 4th class | Won | ||
| Order of Honour | Won |
Personal life
She studied at Volgograd State Academy of Physical Culture, finishing in 2010.
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Yelena Isinbayeva Photos
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Photo: Photo of press-service of Russian President · CC BY 4.0
Frequently asked questions
How old is Yelena Isinbayeva?
Yelena Isinbayeva is 44 years old, born on 3 June 1982 in Volgograd.
What is Yelena Isinbayeva known for?
Yelena Isinbayeva is an athlete who has played for CSKA Moscow.
How tall is Yelena Isinbayeva?
Yelena Isinbayeva is 174 cm (5 ft 9 in) tall.
What is Yelena Isinbayeva’s nationality?
Yelena Isinbayeva is Russian, born in Volgograd.
Has Yelena Isinbayeva won any awards?
Yes. 7 awards are on record, including Princess of Asturias Award for Sports (2009).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q6319), accessed October 2026
- Photo: Russian Presidential Press and Information Office · CC BY 4.0
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