At age 10 in Russia, a young boy began his journey in fencing. Initially interested in swimming, he found it wasn't his "cup of tea." His mother, upon seeing a sign for an Olympic fencing school, decided he should try fencing. The boy was fascinated by the weapons, fencing mask, and the idea of musketeers.

| Season | Event | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Men Team Sabre | 4 |
| 2008 | Men Individual Sabre | 17 |
| 2004 | Men Team Sabre | B Bronze |
| 2004 | Men Individual Sabre | 6 |
| 2000 | Men Team Sabre | G Gold |
| 2000 | Men Individual Sabre | 9 |
| 1996 | Men Individual Sabre | G Gold |
| 1996 | Men Team Sabre | G Gold |
| 1992 | Men Team Sabre | G Gold |
He joined CSKA Moscow and has been coached by Boris Leonidovich Pisetzky since 1983. His right-handed technique has been honed under Pisetzky's guidance. His most memorable sporting achievement is winning his fourth Olympic gold medal in the team event at the 2000 Games in Sydney.
Boris Pisetzky has been the most influential person in his career. His hobbies include ice hockey and going to the theatre. His wife, Anastaiya Poschnayak, is also a fencer.
As of July 2024, he continues to be an influential figure in fencing, balancing his professional commitments with his passion for sports and family life.
At age 10 in Russia, a young boy began his journey in fencing. Initially interested in swimming, he found it wasn't his "cup of tea." His mother, upon seeing a sign for an Olympic fencing school, decided he should try fencing. The boy was fascinated by the weapons, fencing mask, and the idea of musketeers.