Biography
Started: He began training in Para judo in 2018. (unghiul.com, 09 Sep 2022)
Reason: "In the capital, where I studied at a special school for the blind, fate brought two wonderful people into my life who literally restored my faith in life. These people are well known in Moldova, the famous Para judoka Oleg Kretsul and coach Vitalie Gligor. They practically brought me to the tatami by hand and initiated me into the mysterious world of judo." (unghiul.com, 20 Oct 2021)
Ambition: To become a coach. (expresul.md, 21 May 2024)
Awards: He and fellow judoka Oleg Kretsul were named joint winners of the 2023 Para Athlete of the Year award by the Paralympic Committee of the Republic of Moldova. (Centrul Sportiv de Pregatire a Loturilor Nationale Facebook page, 15 Mar 2024)
He has received the title of Master of Sport of International Class in the Republic of Moldova. (expresul.md, 21 May 2024)
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Personal Details
GenderMale
Birth DateDecember 29, 1997
Place of ResidenceCHISINAU
OccupationAthlete
Languages SpokenRomanian, Russian
CoachVitalie Gligor [national]; Oleg Kretsul [national]
Highlights
| Rank | Event | Year | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paralympic Games | ||||
| 7 | Men's 100kg | 2020 | Tokyo, JPN | |
| World Championships | ||||
| 5 | +90 kg J1 | 2022 | Baku, AZE | |
| 14 | Men's 100kg | 2018 | Odivelas, POR | |
| European Championships | ||||
| 1 | +90 kg J1 | 2023 | Rotterdam, NED | |
| 3 | +90 kg J1 | 2022 | Cagliari, ITA | |
