Aliya Farkhatovna Mustafina, also known as Aliya Mustafina, is a Russian former artistic gymnast and coach best recognized for winning Olympic gold on uneven bars in 2012 and 2016, along with seven Olympic medals overall.
Quick Facts
- Full Name: Aliya Farkhatovna Mustafina
- Stage Name: Aliya Mustafina
- Born: September 30, 1994
- Age: 31 years old
- Birthplace: Yegoryevsk, Russia
- Nationality: Russian
- Occupation: Former Artistic Gymnast, Coach
- Height: 162 cm
- Religion: Islam
- Parents: Farhat Mustafina and Yelena Mustafina
- Siblings: Nailya Mustafina
- Spouse: None
- Children: Alisa Zaitseva
- Relationship: Single
- Net Worth: $1 million to $5 million
Early Life And Education
Aliya Mustafina was born on September 30, 1994, in Yegoryevsk, Russia. She was raised by her parents, Farhat Mustafina, a former Olympic wrestler, and Yelena Mustafina, a physics teacher.
She has a younger sister, Nailya. Her ethnicity is mixed Volga Tatar and Russian. Her religion is Islam. She began gymnastics training at a young age and focused fully on the sport.
Career
Aliya Mustafina rose to prominence as a junior before becoming a senior star, winning the 2010 World all-around title. She earned seven Olympic medals across 2012 and 2016 Games, including two golds on uneven bars.
She overcame a major knee injury in 2011 to return stronger. She retired from competition in 2021 and now serves as head coach of Russia’s junior national gymnastics team.
Social Media
- Instagram handle: @musaliya135
Personal Life
Aliya Mustafina, aged 31, was married to bobsledder Alexey Zaitsev from 2016 to 2018. The couple has a daughter, Alisa, born in 2017. She remains single and focuses on coaching and family. Her height is 162 centimeters.
Net Worth
Aliya Mustafina‘s estimated net worth ranges from $1 million to $5 million. Her earnings come mainly from gymnastics prizes, Olympic bonuses, endorsements, and coaching.