Maxim Mikhaylov facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Maxim Mikhaylov
Mikhaylov in 2016
Personal information
Nationality	Russian
Born	(1988-03-19) 19 March 1988 (age 37) Kuzmolovsky, Leningrad Oblast, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union
Height	2.02 m (6 ft 8 in)
Weight	103 kg (227 lb)
Spike	360 cm (142 in)
Block	340 cm (134 in)
Volleyball information
Position	Opposite hitter
Current club	Zenit Kazan
Number	18
Career
Years Teams 2003–2010 2010– Yaroslavich Yaroslavl Zenit Kazan
National team
2008–  Russia
Honours Volleyball Representing  ROC Olympic Games Silver 2020 Tokyo Team Representing  Russia Olympic Games Gold 2012 London Team Bronze 2008 Beijing Team FIVB World Cup Gold 2011 Japan Team World Grand Champions Cup Silver 2013 Japan Team FIVB World League Gold 2011 Gdansk Team Gold 2013 Mar del Plata Team Silver 2010 Córdoba Team Bronze 2008 Rio de Janeiro Team Bronze 2009 Belgrade Team FIVB Nations League Gold 2018 Lille Team European Championship Gold 2013 Denmark/Poland Team Gold 2017 Poland Team World U19 Championship Gold 2005 Algeria Under-19 World U21 Championship Silver 2007 Morocco Under-21 European Junior Championship Gold 2006 Russia Under-20
Last updated: 21 December 2017

Maxim Mikhaylov is a famous Russian professional volleyball player. He was born on March 19, 1988. He plays as an opposite hitter for the Russia men's national volleyball team and the club VC Zenit-Kazan. Maxim has won many important medals, including a gold medal at the 2012 London Olympic Games. He also earned a silver medal at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and a bronze medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. He is also a European Champion from 2013 and 2017.

Maxim Mikhaylov's Volleyball Journey

Maxim Mikhaylov began his volleyball career in the Leningrad Oblast region. He started playing under the guidance of Valery Besprozvannykh. From 2003 to 2010, he played as an outside hitter for Yaroslavich Yaroslavl. This team is from the city of Yaroslavl. In 2010, he moved to play for Zenit Kazan, a very strong club.

Playing for Russia: National Team Highlights

Maxim Mikhaylov has had a very successful career with the Russia men's national volleyball team.

• Olympic Games Success:
  • In 2008, Maxim and the Russian team won a bronze medal at the Olympic Games in Beijing.
  • At the 2012 London Olympics, his team won the gold medal. Maxim was named the best spiker and best scorer at these games.
  • He also played in the 2016 Rio Olympics and won a silver medal at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

• World Cup and European Championships:
  • Maxim helped Russia win the gold medal at the World Cup in 2011.
  • In September 2013, his national team beat Italy to win the gold medal at the European Championship.
  • He also won another European Championship in 2017.

• Overcoming Injuries:
  • Maxim faced some challenges with injuries. He missed parts of the 2013 and 2014 seasons due to shoulder and ankle injuries. He needed surgery for his ankles.

Playing for Clubs: Zenit Kazan Achievements

In 2010, Maxim Mikhaylov joined Zenit Kazan. With this club, he has achieved many great things:

• CEV Champions League Wins:
  • He won the CEV Champions League multiple times: in 2011–12, 2014–15, 2015–16, 2016–17, and 2017–18.
  • He was named the Most Valuable Player (MVP) in the 2016–17 CEV Champions League finals.

• Club World Championship:
  • He helped Zenit Kazan win a bronze medal at the Club World Championship in 2011.

Maxim Mikhaylov's Personal Life

Maxim Mikhaylov is married to Anastasia. They have a son named Nikita.

Maxim Mikhaylov's Sporting Achievements

Maxim Mikhaylov has won many medals and awards throughout his career. Here are some of his most important achievements:

Club Achievements

• FIVB Club World Championship:
  • Gold: 2017
  • Silver: 2015, 2016
  • Bronze: 2011, 2019

• CEV Champions League:
  • Gold: 2011–12, 2014–15, 2015–16, 2016–17, 2017–18
  • Silver: 2010–11, 2018–19
  • Bronze: 2012–13

• Russian National Championships and Cups:
  • Maxim has won many Russian Championship titles and Russian Cups with Zenit Kazan. He has also won several Russian SuperCups.

National Team Achievements

• Olympic Games:
  • Gold: 2012 London
  • Silver: 2020 Tokyo
  • Bronze: 2008 Beijing

• FIVB World Cup:
  • Gold: 2011

• FIVB World League / Nations League:
  • Gold: 2011, 2013 (World League), 2018 (Nations League)
  • Silver: 2010
  • Bronze: 2008, 2009

• CEV European Championship:
  • Gold: 2013, 2017

• Youth Championships:
  • Gold: 2005 (U19 World Championship), 2006 (Junior European Championship)
  • Silver: 2007 (U21 World Championship)

Mikhaylov playing in the CEV Champions League in 2017

Individual Awards

Maxim Mikhaylov has also received many individual awards for his skills:

• Best Scorer / Spiker: He has been named best scorer or spiker multiple times in different competitions, including the 2010 FIVB World League, 2011 CEV Champions League, 2011 CEV European Championship, and the 2012 London Olympic Games.
• Most Valuable Player (MVP): He was named MVP in the 2011 FIVB World League, 2011 FIVB World Cup, 2017 CEV Champions League, 2017 Russian Championship, 2017 CEV European Championship, and 2018 FIVB Nations League.
• Other Awards: He also received the Order of Friendship in 2012.

See also

In Spanish: Maxim Mijailov para niños