Evgeni Plushenko

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

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Plushenko's competitive record is one for the ages. He is the only male skater to win four Olympic medals in the modern era, matching Gillis Grafström's feat from 80 years earlier. His seven European titles are a male record, and his ten Russian national championships show an unmatched domestic dominance. He was the first to land the quadruple toe–triple toe–triple loop combination, a feat that pushed the sport's technical boundaries. His longevity at the top, spanning three Olympic cycles, sets him apart from peers who burned out earlier.

AwardsPlushenko's trophy case is staggering. He won four Olympic medals, including two golds, and three World Championship titles. At the European Championships, he reached the top of the podium seven times, a record for men. He also claimed four Grand Prix Final victories and ten Russian national titles. His 22 Grand Prix series wins stand as a male record. In 2014, he was awarded the Order of Friendship by the Russian government for his sporting achievements.

Honours & Distinctions

Order of Friendship

Government of Russia·2014

Awarded for his contributions to sport and the Olympic movement.

Rankings & Lists

Greatest Male Figure Skaters of All Time

Olympics.com·2018

Records & Feats

First to land quadruple toe–triple toe–triple loop combination

Historic First·2001

At the 2001 Cup of Russia, Plushenko became the first skater to cleanly land this demanding combination in competition.

Most European Championship titles by a male skater

Career Milestone·2012

Plushenko won seven European titles, more than any other male skater in history.

Most Grand Prix series wins by a male skater

Career Milestone·2014

He accumulated 22 Grand Prix series victories, a record for men.