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(Russian Former Freestyle Swimmer) Vladimir Valeryevich Salnikov, a retired Russian freestyle swimmer, gained fame for establishing 12 world records across the 400, 800, and 1,500 meter events. Referred to as the "Tsar of the Pool," "Monster of the Waves," and "Leningrad Express," he made history by becoming the first swimmer to complete the 1500 m freestyle in under fifteen minutes and the 800 m freestyle in under eight minutes. Salnikov received recognition as the Male World Swimmer of the Year in 1979 and 1982 from Swimming World Magazine.
