Background
Ivan Tikhon was born 24th July 1976 in the village Glovsevichi, Grodno region. From early childhood, closely followed sporting performances. Over time, Ivan loved many sports, but his dream became a track and field, in particular, throwing the hammer. That's why Tikhon began this kind of sport seriously, and soon achieved great success in junior and then the adult arena. Ivan has participated in various state championships. Of course, the results of interventions were mostly honorary awards. As a result, the athlete became a star in his own country, strengthening the status of the first performances at international competitions.
The most successful and strong performances by Ivan Tikhon began in 2003 and it was - at the international tournaments. It was then that he was the first time in his life became a World Champion. Belarusian athlete has experienced an incredible storm of emotions. With this sensational victory he easily continued fighting for the top places in other championships.