About
Olga Sergeyevna Rypakova is a retired Kazakhstani track and field athlete. She initially competed in the heptathlon before focusing on the long jump and, later, the triple jump after 2007. Rypakova achieved early success in combined events, winning the pentathlon at the 2005 Asian Indoor Games. She also secured a gold medal in the heptathlon at the 2006 Asian Games.
Career Timeline
Asian Indoor Games Gold
Rypakova wins gold in the pentathlon at the Asian Indoor Games.
Asian Games Heptathlon Gold
Rypakova wins gold in the heptathlon at the Asian Games.
Beijing Olympics - Long Jump
Rypakova competes in long jump in Beijing Olympics.
London Olympics Gold Medal
Rypakova wins gold in the triple jump at the London Olympics.
Rio Olympics Bronze Medal
Rypakova wins bronze in the triple jump at the Rio Olympics.
Retirement from Athletics
Rypakova announces her retirement from professional athletics.
Kazakhstani Athletics Advocate
Remains involved in promoting sports in Kazakhstan. Mentor to aspiring athletes.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026