Elena Khrustaleva

Elena Khrustaleva is a Kazakhstani biathlete, who brought the country many medals. Until the end of her career, she was the main member of the national team and always on a good score. In 2014 she decided to finish her career because of her age.

Creative path

Biathlon started at the age of 11, with her father serving. She trained with Ermakov, a famous Russian specialist. In her youth, she tried in local tournaments but failed to achieve success. But as soon as she became a civil RC, her career went up. In 2003, she won 2 gold medals at the European Championship in two disciplines. She secured her achievement in the same competition in Novosibirsk in 2005.
In 2007, she took silver and bronze twice at the Asian and World Games. She didn't get the first place until 2011: the 15 and 6 km races. A few years later, she finished and changed professions.

Elena Khrustaleva: family life

Not married, no children. After "putting the skis aside", she still prefers not to spread the word about her relationship.