Holding the flag high for Russia, Dmitrii Timofeev is a force to be reckoned with. Leaving his opponents in the dust, Timofeev has shaken up the sport with his high-speed climbing and record-breaking times. Climbing his way up the world rankings, Timofeev has secured his place in the top 20 climbers on the globe. With the sport making its debut at the Tokyo Games, Timofeev is sure to make an impact on the world’s stage.

Wujiang, China saw Timofeev gain World Cup glory. Not only did Timofeev climb with strength and precision, but he also produced a series of personal bests and took home the 2019 World speed title. In a season of significant achievements, Timofeev delivered the fastest time of the 2019 Men’s Speed Climbing World Championships. Walking away with the bronze at the IFSC Climbing European Championship rounded off a successful year in the game. Paving the way for his future wall battles, Timofeev is a thrilling athlete and is leading the way with his Russian teammates.

Always up for the challenge, Timofeev pushes himself to go beyond his personal bests. Every victory and slight miss, Timofeev will explore different wall setups to build up the strength and stamina he needs to smash the competition. Treating each podium walk as a gold, Timofeev’s exceptional humility and perseverance make him a thrill to watch. With the gate to the Olympics now standing wide, Timofeev will bring attention to this deserving sport.