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Marko Blaževski

Marko Blaževski is a Macedonian swimmer, two-time Olympian, 2012 flag bearer, and three-time NCAA Division II 400m individual medley national champion.

1. Overview

Marko Blaževski at Netanya in 2015.
Marko Blaževski at Netanya in 2015.

Marko Blaževski (Марко БлажевскиMarko BlaževskiMacedonian), born on November 10, 1992, is a prominent Macedonian swimmer specializing in the individual medley events, particularly the 400 meter individual medley. He has represented North Macedonia on the international stage, notably participating in two Olympic Games, serving as a flag bearer for his nation, and achieving significant collegiate success. Blaževski's career highlights include being a three-time NCAA Division II national champion in the 400 meter individual medley and breaking a North Macedonia national record during his Olympic appearances. His dedication to the sport has made him a key figure in Macedonian swimming.

2. Personal Background

2.1. Birth

Marko Blaževski was born on November 10, 1992, in Skopje, North Macedonia (formerly the Republic of Macedonia).

2.2. Nationality

Blaževski holds Macedonian nationality. He stands 72 in (182 cm) tall and weighs 170 lb (77 kg).

3. Education and Early Career

3.1. University

Marko Blaževski pursued his higher education in the United States, attending Wingate University in North Carolina. He was a dedicated member of the men's swimming team at the university from 2010 to 2014, during which time he also graduated.

3.2. Club Affiliations

Throughout his career, Marko Blaževski has been affiliated with several swimming clubs, including PK Vardar, MBSC, and SwimMac.

4. Major Activities and Achievements

4.1. NCAA Championships

Blaževski achieved significant success during his collegiate swimming career. He was a three-time NCAA Division II national champion in the 400 meter individual medley, securing titles in 2011, 2012, and 2014.

4.2. Olympic Participation

4.2.1. 2012 Summer Olympics

Marko Blaževski participated in the 2012 Summer Olympics held in London. He competed in the men's 400 meter individual medley event. In the heats, he finished 34th overall and did not advance to the final.

4.2.2. 2016 Summer Olympics

Blaževski returned to the Olympic stage at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. He competed in the 200 meter individual medley event, where he finished 26th overall in the heats. During this competition, he also achieved a personal milestone by breaking the North Macedonia national record for the event, although he did not qualify for the final.

4.3. National Team Role

4.3.1. Flag Bearer

At the opening ceremony of the 2012 Summer Olympics in London, Marko Blaževski was honored with the role of flag bearer for North Macedonia, which was officially referred to as the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYR Macedonia) at the time.