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Anatoliy Bondarchuk

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Anatoliy Bondarchuk

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Birth dateMay 31, 1940
BirthplaceStarokostiantyniv, Ukraine
Height1.83 m
Weight113 kg

Anatoliy Pavlovych Bondarchuk (Ukrainian: Анатолій Павлович Бондарчук, 31 May 1940 – 23 December 2025) was a Ukrainian hammer thrower who competed for the Soviet Union.

An Olympic gold medallist, he is regarded as one of the most accomplished hammer throw coaches of all time.

He was the author of a two-volume book, Transfer of Training, which was translated from Russian to English by Michael Yessis. Their athletic achievements and dedication to the sport have made them a notable figure in track and field history.

Key facts
Hammer Throw
77.42
#257 all-time
1976 season best
77.42
Jun 24, 1976 · Kiev (URS)
1976 season best
Last competition
The XXI Olympic Games
Jul 28, 1976 · 75.48
The XXI Olympic Games
Medals
Olympic Games: 1 gold, 1 bronze
Age
86 years old

As of Sep 20, 2026: Hammer Throw 77.42 (#257 all-time), 1976 season best 77.42 (Jun 24, 1976, Kiev (URS)) · Last competition: The XXI Olympic Games, Jul 28, 1976, 75.48 · Olympic Games: 1 gold, 1 bronze · 86 years old

Performance Charts

Season bests

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateTrendCompetitions
1976
HT
77.42-Jun 24, 1976
↓
Kiev (URS)
1975
HT
73.80-Jun 15, 1975
↓
Moskva (URS)
1974
HT
73.10-Aug 10, 1974
↓
Stuttgart (GER)
1973
HT
75.20-Jul 13, 1973
↓
Moskva (URS)
1972
HT
75.88-Sep 16, 1972
↓
Kiev (URS)
1971
HT
74.60-Sep 5, 1971
↓
München (GER)
1969
HT
75.48-Oct 13, 1969
↓
Rovno (UKR)

1976

6 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
HT
75.48-Jul 28The XXI Olympic Games
HT
71.08-Jul 26The XXI Olympic Games, Olympic Stadium, Montréal
HT
77.38-Jul 9Colombes
HT
77.42-Jun 24Kiev
HT
76.12-May 23Sofia
HT
75.08-May 12Sochi

1975

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
HT
73.80-Jun 15Moskva

1974

4 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
HT
66.62-Sep 6Roma European Championships
HT
66.62-Sep 2Roma European Championships
HT
73.10-Aug 10Stuttgart
HT
73.02-Jul 5Durham, NC

1973

7 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
HT
74.08-Sep 8European Cup Final, Edinburgh
HT
75.20-Jul 13Moskva
HT
73.44-Jul 11Moskva
HT
73.16-Jul 6Weltklasse Zürich, Zürich
HT
74.14-Jun 17Leningrad
HT
73.18-Jun 5Moskva
HT
73.46-May 16Leselidze

1972

9 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
HT
74.88-Sep 24Kutná Hora
HT
74.42-Sep 23Praha
HT
75.88-Sep 16Kiev
HT
75.50-Sep 7The XX Olympic Games, Olympiastadion, München
HT
72.88-Sep 4The XX Olympic Games, Olympiastadion, München
HT
75.54-Jul 20Moskva Soviet Union Championships, Moskva
HT
75.76-Jun 24Augsburg GER-RUS Int. Match, Augsburg
HT
75.04-Jun 17Milano
HT
73.00-Jun 8Moskva

1971

7 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
HT
73.22-Sep 19Kiev vFRG, Kiev
HT
74.60-Sep 5München
HT
74.54-Aug 29Moskva
HT
71.40-Aug 14Helsinki European Championships
HT
69.42-Aug 13Helsinki European Championships
HT
71.40-Aug 10Helsinki European Championships
HT
69.42-Aug 10Helsinki European Championships

Honours

🥉

The XXI Olympic Games

Hammer Throw

1976
🥇

The XX Olympic Games

Hammer Throw

1972
🥉

Helsinki European Championships

Hammer Throw

1971
🥉

Helsinki European Championships

Hammer Throw

1971
🥇

Athina European Championships

Hammer Throw

1969
🥇

Athina European Championships

Hammer Throw

1969
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Anatoliy Bondarchuk's Hammer Throw personal best?

Anatoliy Bondarchuk's Hammer Throw personal best is 77.42, set on Jun 24, 1976 in Kiev (URS), #257 on the all-time list.

Which events does Anatoliy Bondarchuk compete in?

Anatoliy Bondarchuk competes in the Hammer Throw.

How did Anatoliy Bondarchuk perform in 1976?

1976 season best: 77.42, set on Jun 24, 1976 in Kiev (URS). Last competition: The XXI Olympic Games on Jul 28, 1976, 75.48.

How many medals has Anatoliy Bondarchuk won?

Anatoliy Bondarchuk has won 2 Olympic Games medals.