| Personal information | |
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| Nationality | Russian |
| Born | 31 July 2002 (age 22) |
| Sport | |
| Country | Authorised Neutral Athletes |
| Sport | Athletics |
| Event | High Jump |
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Medal record | |
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World U20 Champions in women's high jump | |
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