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Natalya Antyukh

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Natalya Nikolayevna Antyukh was born on June 26, 1981 in the Leningrad suburb and is a Russian athlete who competed at the Olympic events. She mainly participated in the 400 meter event. In addition to winning medals in individual contests, she has been a very successful relay runner, winning the silver medal at the 2004 Olympics and bronze in 400 meter event.

Antyukh compiled personal best records of 22.75 seconds in the 200 meter event and 49.85 seconds in the 400 meter event that came in the 2004 season. She was also 2005 World Championship title holder and 2006 World Indoor Championship title holder. Her superior approach and dedication to the sport made her exceed from the other players of her epoch.

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