Vladimir Samsonov of Belarus is a 3-time Olympian and 3-time European Mens Singles Champion (1998, 2003, and 2005), who has twice made it to the quarterfinals of the Olympic Men's Singles (in 1996 and 2000).
A tall two wing shakehand looper, Vladimir also possesses one of the best blocks in the world, and what are well know as some of the cleanest serves in world ranks.
Vladimir is pictured here playing a delicate forehand push stroke. His height is obvious from how high his waist is above the table.
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