Birthdate: June 8, 1985
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Sofiya Aleksandrovna Velikaya is a highly accomplished Russian sabre fencer renowned for her success in prestigious competitions. She has won multiple European championships in both individual and team events, as well as world champion titles in individual and team categories. Velikaya has also earned Olympic team gold medals and individual silver medals across several Olympic Games. Noteworthy is her gesture of dedicating her team’s 2016 Olympic gold medal to those affected by doping bans, showcasing her sportsmanship and dedication. Beyond her fencing career, she has engaged in political activities, serving as a proxy for a presidential candidate in the Russian election.
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