She was the first Russian woman who successfully swam the English Channel in 2007 in a time of 8 h 11 mins.

[1] Natalya is multiple Winner and Medalists for FINA Open Water Grand Prix and World Cups during the period of 1999-2009.

She narrowly missed a medal in the 2007 World Championships, coming 5th in the 25 km open water event, just 10 seconds behind 3rd place.

As a 1st Russian Woman, Natalya won the Overall at FINA Open Water Grand Prix 2008

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