Ruslan Kurbanov

About: Ruslan Kurbanov, affectionately known as "Rus," is a Kazakhstani épée fencer whose passion for the sport is matched only by his dedication and resilience. Beyond the fencing piste, Kurbanov finds solace in the serenity of hiking through mountains, a hobby that speaks to his adventurous spirit. Among his many accomplishments, winning a bronze medal in individual épée at the 2023 World Championships in Milan stands out as a memorable highlight in his illustrious career. However, Kurbanov's journey hasn't been without its challenges, having endured injuries to his knee, Achilles tendon, and hand along the way. Despite setbacks, he draws strength from the unwavering support of his family and friends, who have been the cornerstone of his success. Guided by his sporting philosophy of "Discipline, routine, a lot of work," Kurbanov continues to strive for excellence in his craft. Recognized for his achievements, he holds the esteemed title of Master of Sport of International Class in Kazakhstan, a testament to his remarkable talent and dedication to fencing.

Achievements:

Event	Medal Type	Year	Location	Category
Asian Championships	Gold	2011	Seoul	Team
Asian Championships	Silver	2012	Wakayama	Team
Summer Universiade	Silver	2013	Kazan	Individual
Summer Universiade	Bronze	2013	Kazan	Team
Asian Championships	Gold	2015	Singapore	Team
Asian Championships	Bronze	2016	Wuxi	Team
Asian Championships	Gold	2017	Hong Kong	Individual
Asian Championships	Silver	2018	Bangkok	Team
Asian Championships	Bronze	2019	Chiba	Individual
Asian Championships	Bronze	2019	Chiba	Team
Asian Games	Bronze	2022	Hangzhou	Team
World Championships	Bronze	2023	Milan	Individual
Asian Championships	Silver	2023	Wuxi	Team

Rank in World: 7

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