Aleksandar Kraychev
Biographical information
| Roles | Competed in Olympic Games |
|---|---|
| Sex | Male |
| Full name | Aleksandar Lyubomirov•Kraychev |
| Used name | Aleksandar•Kraychev |
| Original name | Александър Любомиров•Крайчев |
| Born | 28 October 1951 |
| Measurements | 181 cm / 105 kg |
| NOC |  Bulgaria |
| Medals | OG |
| Gold | 0 |
| Silver | 1 |
| Bronze | 0 |
| Total | 1 |
Biography
Aleksandar Kraychev had the following podium finishes at major championships: 2nd in the 1972 Olympics Heavyweight class (562.5 kg); 2nd in the 1970 World Championships Heavyweight class (535.0 kg); 3rd in the 1971 World Championships Heavyweight class (454.0 kg); 2nd in the 1972 World Championships Heavyweight class (562.5 kg); 2nd in the 1970 European Championships Heavyweight class (525.0 kg); 2nd in the 1971 European Championships Heavyweight class (557.5 kg).
Results
| Games | Discipline (Sport) / Event | NOC / Team | Pos | Medal | As | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 Summer Olympics | Weightlifting | BUL |
Aleksandar Kraychev | |||
| Heavyweight, Men (Olympic) | 2 | Silver |