Natalya Kombarova US Fan Club! (Russia, @kombarova_n_)

Fabiola P Rossi

February 13, 2026

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, in a black bikini on a lake dock, smiles and adjusts sunglasses under blue skies.

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, sits on a dock in a black bikini and sunglasses, smiling by a lake.

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia in black athletic wear stands smiling on a track, sports buildings behind her.

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Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, stands on a track in red sportswear and white sneakers, hand on hurdle outside.

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, stands by lane 4 on the track, arms raised overhead in a stadium scene.

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Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, sprints on an outdoor track in black sportswear, with blurred spectators behind.

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Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, holds a mint green foam roller on an outdoor track with trees and hills behind.

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, in a white sports bra and black leggings smiles on a running track.

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, jogs on a red outdoor track in sporty attire, smiling with trees behind her.

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, in a white sports bra and pink leggings walks on an outdoor running track, smiling.

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, in a white sports bra and pink leggings smiles on an outdoor running track.

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, in blue uniform 364, celebrates with arms raised; tattoo on left thigh.

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Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, stands on a track in blue gear, number 364 visible, ready for her race.

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, sprints mid-stride in blue on a track; focused, with blurred grass and seats behind.

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, in a blue uniform (#364), stands on the track with hands on hips, focused.

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, kneels at starting blocks on a track, head bowed in focus. Black and white photo.

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Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, jogs on a red outdoor track in grey gear and yellow shoes under a clear blue sky.

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, sits on a gym bench in athletic wear, smiling at her smartphone. Equipment behind.

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, wears a black outfit with bib 4, walking on an indoor track, looking focused.

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, stands focused in black gear on an indoor track near yellow cones and a blue banner.

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, in black athletic wear adjusts her hair on an indoor track, looking focused.

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, wears a light purple sports bra and shorts, smiling on an indoor running track.

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, stands indoors in a purple sports bra and shorts, smiling in a bright gym.

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, wears a white jacket and blue leggings on an indoor track with blurred lanes.

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, in sunglasses and all white walks a brick path to a large ornate building, sunny.

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, wears a black racing outfit with bib 6, running on a track as others trail behind.

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, in black uniform readies for a race on an outdoor track; competitors blurred.

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, powerfully sprints off the starting blocks on a track during a race.

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, in athletic wear stands on an outdoor track, smiling with sunlight and sports facilities.

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, sits on a stool in a bodysuit with wavy black and white stripes across her.

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, poses in a long-sleeve bodysuit on a stool in sunlight; black and white.

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, stands on a track in sporty gear and a white cap, holding a pink bottle outdoors.

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, relaxes in a white bikini on a beach bean bag, sunglasses on, ocean behind.

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, relaxes in shallow, clear water wearing a white shirt and dark bikini.

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Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia jogging outdoors in bright pink sportswear, smiling with greenery behind her.

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, sits sideways on a hurdle in pink and maroon sportswear, smiling outdoors.

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, sits on a gym floor in athletic wear, resting her head on her hand.

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, sits on a blue mat in pink leggings, smiling; gym gear and a track behind her.

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, stands indoors in a black sports swimsuit, hands together, red and blue banners behind.

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, stands on a red track under cover, smiling in sports bra and leggings by hurdles.

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia stands on an outdoor running track, holding a pink foam roller and smiling.

Natalya Kombarova, track and field star from Russia, stands on a running track in black sportswear, hands on hips, looking down.

Natalya Kombarova: Russia’s Rising Sprint Sensation

Full Name: Natalya Vladimirovna Kombarova (Наталья Владимировна Комбарова)
Date of Birth: September 24, 2001
Birthplace: Zlatoust, Chelyabinsk Oblast, Russia
Events: 100m, 200m, 4x100m relay
Personal Bests: 100m – 11.36 (2024) | 200m – 22.95 (2023, equaled 2025) | 200m indoor – 23.49 (2024)
Current World Rankings: #118 (200m), #356 (100m)
Title: Master of Sport of Russia (2022)

Early Life and Introduction to Athletics

Natalya Kombarova was born on September 24, 2001, in Zlatoust, an industrial city nestled in the southern Ural Mountains of Chelyabinsk Oblast. Growing up in this historic steel-making town—known for its ornamental metalwork and surrounded by the rugged beauty of the Taganay National Park—young Natalya showed an early affinity for physical activity and competitive spirit.

Her athletic journey began at the tender age of four, though not on the track. Her grandmother enrolled her in figure skating, where she trained under coach Olga Fyodorovna Gubskaya. Natalya has spoken warmly of this early experience and credits Gubskaya for laying the foundation of discipline and coordination that would serve her well in years to come. After figure skating, she explored other avenues including dance and basketball, searching for the sport that would ultimately capture her passion.

The pivotal moment came when a friend suggested she try track and field. Despite initial doubts about whether she had what it took to succeed, Natalya reached out to coach Lyudmila Pavlovna Khramtsova at Sports School No. 3 in Zlatoust. From those first nervous steps onto the track, something clicked. Under Khramtsova’s guidance, Natalya discovered not just a sport, but a calling.

Development Years and Collegiate Career

As Natalya’s talent blossomed in Zlatoust, it became clear that she would need access to more advanced training facilities and coaching to reach her full potential. Upon graduating from local schooling, she enrolled at the Ural State University of Physical Culture (UralGUFK) college program, marking a significant step in her athletic development.

This transition also brought a change in coaching. Natalya began working with Vladislav Shiryaev, who would help refine her technique and racing strategy as she moved into more competitive circles. The university environment provided not only top-tier training facilities but also the opportunity to compete against and train alongside some of Russia’s most promising young sprinters.

At UralGUFK, Natalya pursued studies in the Department of Theory and Methods of Track and Field Athletics, combining her academic pursuits with her athletic ambitions. This dual focus reflects her thoughtful approach to her career—building knowledge of the sport that could serve her long after her competitive days are over.

In 2022, her consistent performances and dedication were formally recognized when she was awarded the prestigious title of “Master of Sport of Russia,” an official sporting honor that marked her arrival among the nation’s elite athletes.

Breakthrough at the National Level

Natalya’s emergence as a force in Russian sprinting came through steady progression at youth and U23 championships. Competing at the Russian U23 Championships, she established herself as one of the country’s most promising young sprinters, regularly finishing on the podium in both the 100m and 200m events.

The breakthrough moment arrived in August 2023 at the Russian Championships in Chelyabinsk—fittingly, in her home region. There, Natalya announced her arrival at the senior level by clocking a personal best of 22.95 seconds in the 200m, a time that remains her lifetime best and demonstrates her particular strength in the half-lap sprint.

But it was in February 2024 that Natalya truly captured national attention. At the Russian Indoor Championships held at the CSKA Athletics Complex in Moscow, she produced the performance of her life to claim her first senior national title. Racing to victory in the 200m with a time of 23.49 seconds on the short indoor track, she stood atop the podium as national champion—a proud moment for the young woman from Zlatoust and validation of years of dedicated work.

In a local television interview following her triumph, Natalya was characteristically modest about her achievement. When asked about the secrets to her success, she offered a simple formula: “I trained hard, got my mindset right, and won.” She spoke of a preparation period that began in autumn, including training camps in Sochi before continuing at the Novogorsk training base outside Moscow, carefully building toward peak condition for the championships.

International Success: BRICS Games Gold

The summer of 2024 brought Natalya’s first taste of international competition at a major multi-sport event. The BRICS Games, held in Kazan from June 12-23, 2024, provided a platform for athletes from Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, and other BRICS-affiliated nations to compete across numerous sports.

Natalya rose magnificently to the occasion. In the 200m final, she powered down the straightaway to claim gold with a time of 23.10 seconds, leading a Russian sweep of the podium (Viktoria Maksimova took silver in 23.29, with Vera Filatova earning bronze in 23.55). The following day, she added a silver medal in the 100m to her collection, demonstrating her versatility across the sprint distances.

These performances at the BRICS Games marked Natalya’s most significant results on the international stage and signaled that she was ready to compete with sprinters from around the world when given the opportunity.

The 2024 Season: Consistency and Personal Bests

Beyond the BRICS Games, Natalya’s 2024 season was marked by continued growth and impressive consistency. At the Russian Championships held in Ekaterinburg in August, she again proved her mettle among the nation’s best.

In the 100m, Natalya clocked 11.36 seconds to finish second behind Yulia Karavayeva (11.14), setting not only a personal best but also a new Chelyabinsk Oblast regional record. The silver medal continued at the 200m, where she crossed the line in 23.17 seconds, once again behind only the in-form Karavayeva.

Her hometown newspaper, the Zlatoust Worker, celebrated these achievements with pride, highlighting how the local sprinter had established herself among Russia’s premier female sprinters while setting records for her region.

The 2025 Season: Continuing to Contend

The 2025 season has seen Natalya maintain her position among Russia’s sprint elite while continuing to compete at a high level across multiple events.

At the Russian Team Championships in late May, she placed third in the 200m behind Vera Filatova and Yulia Karavayeva, clocking 23.37 seconds. In July, she was part of the Russian contingent at the Union State (Russia-Belarus) match competition in Brest, Belarus, where the combined Russian team set a strong 4x100m relay time of 43.55 seconds—a mark that stands as Natalya’s current personal best in the event.

The highlight of her 2025 campaign came in August at the Russian Championships, where she equaled her lifetime best of 22.95 seconds in the 200m. While the result placed her behind the podium, matching her personal best at the country’s premier domestic competition demonstrates that Natalya remains in excellent form and capable of producing her best performances when it matters most.

Throughout the “Queen of Sport” series—Russia’s premier domestic competition circuit featuring prize money totaling over 25 million rubles—Natalya has been a consistent presence, regularly placing in the top three in sprint events against the nation’s best.

Racing Style and Strengths

Natalya’s primary event is clearly the 200m, where her personal best of 22.95 seconds ranks her among Russia’s top performers. Her strength appears to lie in her speed endurance—the ability to maintain velocity through the curve and into the home straight—rather than pure explosive power off the blocks.

This profile makes her particularly valuable in relay competitions, where her ability to run a strong curve and maintain speed through the exchange zones is a significant asset. Her 4x100m relay split times have contributed to some of the fastest team performances in recent Russian athletics.

At 24 years old, Natalya is approaching what is traditionally considered the peak age range for sprint performance. With continued development and the opportunity for international competition, there is reason to believe her best times may still lie ahead.

Personal Life and Character

Despite her success on the track, Natalya maintains a down-to-earth demeanor that reflects her roots in working-class Zlatoust. In interviews, she comes across as thoughtful and appreciative of those who have helped her along the way, frequently expressing gratitude to her coaches and support network.

Her Instagram profile (@kombarova_n_) provides glimpses into her training life and competitions, amassing over 6,200 followers who follow her journey. She describes herself simply as a “Russian athlete” who “shows the sports life” and proudly notes her status as Russian Champion.

Natalya continues to represent Chelyabinsk Oblast in domestic competitions while being based in Moscow for training purposes, maintaining her connection to her home region even as her athletic career takes her across Russia and beyond.

Career Highlights

Russian Indoor Champion – 200m (2024)
BRICS Games Gold Medalist – 200m (2024)
BRICS Games Silver Medalist – 100m (2024)
Russian Championships Silver Medalist – 100m, 200m (2024)
Multiple Russian U23 Championships medalist
Chelyabinsk Oblast Record Holder – 100m (11.36)
Master of Sport of Russia (2022)

Personal Bests

Event	Time	Date	Location
100m	11.36	August 15, 2024	Ekaterinburg, Russia
200m	22.95	August 6, 2023	Chelyabinsk, Russia
200m (indoor)	23.49	February 25, 2024	Moscow, Russia
4x100m relay	43.55	July 13, 2025	Brest, Belarus

Looking Ahead

At just 24 years old, Natalya Kombarova stands at an exciting juncture in her career. Having established herself as one of Russia’s premier female sprinters, she possesses the talent and work ethic to continue improving.

The current situation regarding Russian athletes and international competition adds uncertainty to what her future competitive landscape might look like. However, domestically, she remains a fixture at the highest level of Russian athletics, consistently challenging for titles and pushing the country’s sprint standards.

Her trajectory from a young figure skater in Zlatoust to Russian champion and international gold medalist is a testament to both her natural ability and her determination. For fans of Russian athletics, Natalya Kombarova represents the next generation of sprinting talent—a young woman who has already achieved much but whose story is still very much being written.

Social Media:
Instagram: @kombarova_n_

World Athletics Profile:
Natalya Kombarova – World Athletics