Aleksandr Averbukh

Born
Oct 1, 1974 (52 years old)
Birthplace
Irkutsk, Russia
Events
Pole Vault · Heptathlon Short Track
Height
1.78 m
Weight
76 kg

Aleksandr Averbukh is a renowned track and field athlete who devoted their career to competitive athletics. With years of dedicated training and consistent performances, Aleksandr Averbukh established themselves as a respected competitor at both national and international levels. The athlete demonstrated exceptional technical skills and maintained high standards of performance across multiple seasons. Their commitment to excellence and improvement drove them to pursue personal records and competitive success. Aleksandr Averbukh's career exemplified the dedication required to compete at elite levels of track and field athletics.

Aleksandr Averbukh's competitive achievements were highlighted by participation in world-class competitions including World Championships. These prestigious international events provided platforms to compete against the finest distance runners from around the globe. Such participation demanded exceptional preparation, peak athletic conditioning, and strategic race execution. The athlete's ability to compete effectively at championship level demonstrated their technical expertise and mental fortitude. Their performances at these elite competitions contributed significantly to their professional reputation and helped establish them as a top-tier competitor in their discipline.

Aleksandr Averbukh's personal records and best performances remain testament to their athletic abilities and years of rigorous training. These achievements represent the peak of their competitive career and demonstrate their natural talent combined with dedicated preparation. The athlete's performances contributed to the advancement of their sport and helped establish competitive standards within their discipline. After retirement from elite competition, Aleksandr Averbukh's legacy continued to inspire emerging athletes pursuing careers in track and field. Their dedication to athletic excellence serves as an enduring example of the commitment required to achieve success at the highest levels of international competition.

Personal best · Pole Vault5.93
2009 season best5.61May 16, 2009 · Jerusalem
Medals2World Championships: 1 silver, 1 bronze
National record5.93Pole Vault

As of Oct 27, 2026: Pole Vault 5.93 (#41 all-time), Heptathlon Short Track 5778, 2009 season best 5.61 (May 16, 2009, Jerusalem (ISR)) · World Championships: 1 silver, 1 bronze · National record (Pole Vault) · 52 years old

DisciplineResultAll-time
100mOulu 199710.79949 pts–
400mGötzis 199848.74935 pts–
1500mKrasnodar 19974:33.79503 pts–
110mHGötzis 199815.96741 pts–
HJKrasnodar 19972.05958 pts–
PVMadrid 20035.931,247 pts#41

Medals

CompetitionsGoldSilverBronzeTotal
World Championships–112

Progression

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SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
2009PV 5.61–May 16, 2009Jerusalem (ISR)
2008PV 5.45–Feb 2, 2008–
2008PV Indoor5.45–May 25, 2008Schleyer Halle, Stuttgart (GER) (i)
2007PV 5.81–Sep 1, 2007IAAF World Championships
2006PV 5.81–Feb 26, 2006–
2006PV Indoor5.81–Feb 26, 2006Gent (BEL) (i)
2005PV 5.65–Jun 26, 2005Kuortane (FIN)
2005LJ 7.07+1.4Apr 16, 2005Tel Aviv (ISR)
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Aleksandr Averbukh's Pole Vault personal best is 5.93, set on Jul 19, 2003 in Madrid (ESP), #41 on the all-time list.

Aleksandr Averbukh competes in the Pole Vault and Heptathlon Short Track.

2009 season best: 5.61, set on May 16, 2009 in Jerusalem (ISR).

Aleksandr Averbukh has won 2 World Championships medals.