Nikolai Valuev

ModernPoliticianRussia1973 — ?

Heavyweight boxing champion, Russian State Duma member.

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Quick Facts

Born

1973

Country

Russia

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)48

Political (20%)26

Influence (20%)54

Legacy (20%)43

Leadership (15%)42

Strategy (15%)44

Total Score43.6

Nikolai Valuev — Complete Timeline

2005 AD

Won the WBA heavyweight titleCultural◆ Major

Nikolai Valuev defeated John Ruiz by majority decision in Berlin to win the WBA heavyweight championship. At 7 feet 0 inches and over 300 pounds, he became the tallest and heaviest world champion in boxing history, holding the title until 2007.

BoxingHeavyweightChampion

Impact: globalconstructive

2007 AD

Lost the WBA title to Ruslan ChagaevCultural◆ Major

Valuev lost his WBA heavyweight title to Ruslan Chagaev by majority decision in Stuttgart, Germany. The defeat ended his first title reign and marked a setback in his boxing career, though he later regained the title in 2008.

BoxingDefeatTitle Loss

Impact: globaltragic

2008 AD

Regained the WBA heavyweight titleCultural◆ Major

Valuev defeated John Ruiz again by split decision in Berlin to reclaim the WBA heavyweight title. He held the belt until 2009, when he lost to David Haye by majority decision, after which he retired from boxing.

BoxingHeavyweightComeback

Impact: globalconstructive

2011 AD

Elected to the Russian State DumaPolitical Action

Valuev was elected as a member of the State Duma for the United Russia party, representing the Kemerovo region. He served on the Committee on Physical Culture, Sports, and Youth Affairs, using his fame to support sports legislation and youth programs.

PoliticsDumaUnited Russia

Impact: national