Dmitriy Balandin is a professional swimmer from Kazakhstan, known for his achievements in the breaststroke events. He gained international recognition when he won a gold medal in the 200-meter breaststroke at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, becoming the first swimmer from Kazakhstan to win an Olympic gold medal. Balandin was born on January 24, 1994, in Ust-Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan. He has also competed in various international competitions, including the World Championships and the Asian Games, where he has earned multiple medals, showcasing his talent and dedication to the sport of swimming.