Natalia Krachinnekova (Russian: Наталья Крашенинникова; in Stavropol, Russia SSR) is a former individual rhythmic gymnast who competed for the Soviet Union. She is the 1979 World All-around silver medalist.

Natalia Krachinnekova
Alternative name(s)Natalia Krasheninikova
Country represented Soviet Union
BornStavropol, Russia SSR
HometownStavropol
DisciplineRhythmic gymnastics
Levelelite
Retiredyes
Medal record
Representing  Soviet Union
World Championships
Silver medal – second place 1973 Rotterdam Clubs
Silver medal – second place 1973 Rotterdam Ball
Silver medal – second place 1973 Rotterdam Ribbon
Bronze medal – third place 1973 Rotterdam All-around
Bronze medal – third place 1977 Basel Ball
Bronze medal – third place 1977 Basel Hoop

Career

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Krachinnekova competed in 2 World Championships, she took the all-around bronze medal at the 1973 World Championships behind teammate Galina Shugurova, she won silver in ball, ribbon and clubs in the event finals. She made the Soviet team again in 1977 at the 1977 World Championships in Basel where she won bronze in hoop and ball.[1]

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