Olga Zaitseva is a Russian biathlete who has won two gold medals and one silver medal at the Winter Olympics. She began her career in 1994 and has had much success at the World Championships, winning multiple gold, silver, and bronze medals between 2005 and 2009. Zaitseva is now married with one son and continues to compete for Russia while also visiting her former school to inspire and advise students. She emphasizes working hard with discipline and considering oneself the greatest rival in order to achieve victory.