Alexander Dityatin is a retired Russian gymnast, born on March 29, 1957, in Leningrad, now known as Saint Petersburg. He is best known for his remarkable performance at the 1980 Moscow Olympics, where he became the first gymnast to win eight medals in a single Olympic Games, including three golds, four silvers, and one bronze. Dityatin's achievements in gymnastics have made him a prominent figure in the sport. He was known for his exceptional skills and versatility across various apparatuses, contributing to the popularity of gymnastics in the Soviet Union during his competitive years.