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Alexandr BelenkiySports journalist
Date of Birth: 02.06.1963
Country:  Russia |
Content:
- Russian Sports Journalist and TV Commentator
- Debut in Sports Journalism
- Career Highlights
- Influences and Inspiration
- Role of Friendship in the Sports Industry
- Views on Sports Journalism
- Personal Life
- Future Plans
Russian Sports Journalist and TV Commentator
Born in 1984, this Russian sports journalist and TV commentator has achieved remarkable success in his field. His passion for sports has led him to cover countless events around the world, fulfilling a childhood dream.
Debut in Sports Journalism
In 1991, he made his debut in sports journalism with an article about Evander Holyfield in "Sport-Express." After a chance encounter with Leonid Trakhtenberg in the newspaper's office, he was given the opportunity to meet with Mikhail Dmitriev, who offered him a job based on his writing skills.
Career Highlights
Over the years, he has developed a loyal following for his insightful commentary and analysis. He is known for his unbiased approach, supporting individuals rather than teams, and his particular admiration for boxers such as Kostya Tszyu, Oleg Maskaev, Roy Jones Jr., and Lennox Lewis.
Influences and Inspiration
His passion for boxing was influenced by Pat Putnam, a boxing columnist for "Sports Illustrated," and Norman Mailer, an author who wrote several acclaimed essays on the sport. Among sports books, he particularly values Norman Mailer's "The Fight" about Muhammad Ali.
Role of Friendship in the Sports Industry
While maintaining a professional distance, he has developed close friendships with several notable sports figures, including Kostya Tszyu, Oleg Maskaev, and Roman Karmazin. These relationships have provided him with valuable insights and enabled him to observe the psychological preparation of athletes firsthand.
Views on Sports Journalism
He believes that the level of sports journalism in Russia is generally comparable to that of other journalistic fields, with both having their strengths and weaknesses. He criticizes the frequent lack of competence and disregard for facts among journalists, which he finds particularly annoying.
Personal Life
Happily married for four years, he considers himself fortunate to be pursuing his childhood dream of traveling the world while primarily covering his own expenses. His favorite drink is traditional Russian kvass, and he avoids smoking and excessive alcohol consumption.
Future Plans
He has numerous creative plans, not all of which are related to sports journalism. However, he remains tight-lipped about these projects until they are ready to be revealed.
