Achievements Olympic champion (1992); Senior world champion (1989, 1990, 1991, and 1993); Silver medalist in Senior World Championships (1994); Bronze medalist in Senior World Championships (1998); Senior European champion (1989, 1990, 1992, 1993 and 1998); Silver medalist at Senior European Championships (1995 and 2000); Bronze medalist at Senior European Championships (1999).