Ribedeiuc Galina

About

Galina Ribediuc is a Moldovan athlete specializing in orienteering, a sport that combines cross-country running with navigation using a map and compass. Born in 1989 in the Republic of Moldova, she has established herself as one of the country's representatives in international orienteering competitions, being a member of the TirasOrient club. Throughout her career, Ribediuc has participated in numerous editions of the World Orienteering Championships (WOC), competitions that bring together the best orienteers in the world. The athlete's record includes notable performances in the various disciplines of orienteering. According to, her best world ranking was 23rd place in the relay event in 2007 in Kyiv, Ukraine. At the 2019 World Championships held in Norway, Ribediuc achieved 37th place in the long distance and 43rd place in the middle distance. She also represented Moldova at the 2022 European Orienteering Championships, where she finished 13th in category B in the middle distance. Her participation in the 2022 World Championships in Denmark, where she competed in the sprint mixed relay, illustrates her continued involvement in the sport. Through her sporting activity of over two decades, Galina Ribediuc has contributed to the promotion of orienteering in the Republic of Moldova, demonstrating dedication and performance at international level competitions. She ranked in the top 50 of the WoO (World of O Ranking) world standings, a significant achievement for an athlete from her country. Ribediuc's constant presence on the international competitive scene reflects Moldova's active involvement in the global orienteering community and the competitive spirit of Moldovan athletes.