Russia is famous for its love of sport. Hockey, football, figure skating are especially popular in the country. The names of famous Russian athletes are booming around the world. We are rightfully proud of our champions, among whom are Evgeni Plushenko (figure skating), Alexander Tretyakov (skeleton) and many others, for which full stands of fans and sports fans gather.
Russian skeleton sets the world sports pace
Recently, new sports have begun to gain more and more popularity . Among these is the skeleton. This is a winter sport. It resembles a sleigh ride - Russian folk fun. The athlete rides on the ice gutter on a special frame. It is carried out in several races, according to the results of which the winner is determined.
It is gratifying to understand that the Russian skeleton is currently at the peak of popularity. And the subject of pride, the world champion in skeleton - is our fellow countryman. Alexander Vladimirovich Tretyakov won first place at the Olympic Games in Sochi. His victory went down in history. He is an example for the younger generation. Our pride. Our future.
"Russian rocket"
The Russian athlete and the hope of the domestic skeleton once again confirmed his nickname. "Russian rocket" - so he was nicknamed at the Olympic Games in Sochi. From the beginning of the games, he was treated as a future winner and believed in his victory. February 14, 2014 was the first day of the competition, in which Alexander Tretyakov also took part. His biography just then acquired new significant dates, since he was able to distinguish himself and apply for victory.
The first track record and the race record belonged to him. 55.95 seconds - so long was his "flight".
The second race also identified the young athlete as the leader. For more than half a minute he overtook his main rival from Latvia.
The third race - a phenomenal time of 56.28 seconds. The fourth is also undeniable leadership. Throughout the race, he did not allow himself a single emotion, not a second of rest. Only after the final, Alexander Tretyakov, realizing his victory, smiled a wide "Gagarin" smile.
The hall roared - a victory for Alexander was ensured. The stands were rampant. “Russia is the champion”, “Russia, forward” - the deafening hum of the audience announced the victory of the Russian athlete. The finest hour of the great Alexander Tretyakov began. The champion was picked up and carried to the stands. Hugs, kisses, tears of joy, autographs - here it is, the price of a great victory. Sincere gratitude in the eyes of the Russians is the main award for the champion title.
Alexander Tretyakov. Athlete Biography
Before becoming a world famous champion, Alexander was an ordinary resident of Krasnoyarsk. He comes from a simple, sport-loving family. From childhood, his father taught little Sasha to play hockey and football. He grew up a calm, friendly and balanced person. He loves fishing and, like all boys, grew up on computer games. He was fond of history and archeology.
Alexander is a very well-read person. The book was his first real friend. Books with adventures, science fiction, detective stories always stood on his shelf.
Moving to high school, the future champion drew attention to the bobsleigh. Sasha was notable for high running speed, therefore this sport attracted him for a long time. Constant and persistent training, the desire to engage completely captured the boy. But he failed to become a bobsledder - Alexander did not fit in the weight category. Unfortunately, by no means was it possible to gain the necessary weight. The dream had to be abandoned.
Once, while in the Latvian town of Siguld, Alexander swept along the track in a skeleton. High speed of descent, incredible emotions captured the athlete. He was seriously interested in this sport. So, in 2003, the ascent of the future champion began on Olympus.
He immediately showed high results in training and competitions. It is not surprising that at the age of 19, Alexander was taken to the national team of the country. Persistent work on oneself, a constant increase in the level of skill led to a logical result - Sasha was taken to the Olympic team. 2006 year. Olympics in Turin. The first international competition. First emotions. New friends. Alexander took 15th place. But this only spurred him to new heights. He worked hard, correcting the mistakes made, gaining experience. There were long training ahead.
Alexander Tretyakov is the champion!
And now the title of "European Champion" in 2007 has already been won. 5th place at the World Cup 2007, 9th place - World Cup 2008, honorary bronze at the World Cup in 2009.
2010 year. Olympic Games in Vancouver. Alexander Tretyakov takes part in the Russian team. He strives at all costs to win the champion title and meet the expectations of fans. A good mood, a successful start led Alexander to the prize third place. The result exceeded all expectations. Neither the coach nor Alexander himself expected such a high result. At the same time, he set his personal speed record.
Then there was silver at the 2011 World Cup and 3rd place at the European Championship in the same year. The honored gold of Alexander Tretyakov was received at the 2013 World Cup.
Athlete's personal life
The athlete constantly works on himself, does not allow a single indulgence in training, constantly develops his legendary skill - the fastest start. The athlete is still quite young, although, according to statistics, skeleton stars are champions at the age of about 40 years. So ahead of Alexander has a great future with great victories.
It is hard to imagine a world champion in everyday life. Although he is a loving father and spouse. His soulmate - wife Anastasia - a former athlete. She also practiced skeleton. The wife fully supports the athlete and approves of his “nomadic” lifestyle. As a former skeletonist, she understands how important constant training and training is to Alexander. The athlete has virtually no free time. Maybe that's why there are no loyal friends in his circle. But his teammates support him in everything.
2013 was a very significant year for the athlete, Alexander had a daughter, Eva. It was thanks to the cosiness, harmony and support of family people that Alexander achieved such heights on the Olympic podium.
In the small homeland of the champion, in the city of Krasnoyarsk, they are also proud of their famous countryman. The region’s leadership awarded the champion 3 million rubles for well-deserved success in sports.
Sport - is life!
Alexander was repeatedly offered to move away from big sport. Become a politician, join the Olympic Committee, but Alexander cannot betray his ideals and deprive the country of a champion. Now he lives in his hometown, receives higher education.
Neither fame nor money had any effect on Alexander's character and perseverance. Now he is actively preparing for the next Olympic Games of 2018 in Pyeongchang (China). He promises to live up to the expectations of the country and his fans.