Dmitry Sergeyevich Grigoryev (russian: Дмитрий Сергеевич Григорьев; born 21 August 1992) is a

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from

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competing mainly in category S10 events. At the

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in London he won three medals, including silver in the 100 metre butterfly. He has represented Russia at three IPC World Championships with a total of five medals won.

Personal history

Grigoryev was born in Moscow, Russia in 1992. After undergoing surgery to remove a tumor from his leg, Grigoryev experienced muscle atrophy and loss of control to the limb.

Career history

Grigoryev took to swimming as an alternative to electo-stimulation after his operation. He first represented Russia at a major international competition at the

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in Eindhoven. He competed in six events, with his best result being fifth place in his favoured event, the 100m

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