Q & A

When and where you began playing, and why this sport?
"In Chelyabinsk Russia in 1995. I've seen the sport on TV and I decided to try it myself."

Your equipment sponsor and current racket model?
"Yonex, Voltrec 80"

Memorable sporting achievements?
"Russian Championship Men’s Singles Champion (2008, 2011, 2012), European Team Championship 3rd Place (2009, 2011)"

Sporting awards / Honours (so far)?
"He and doubles partner Ivan Sozonov received the 2016 Badminton Player of the Year award by vote organised by the National Badminton Federation of Russia [NBFR]."

Sporting ambitions?
"To win an Olympic medal"