By the age of 18 Putin had achieved a black belt in judo - something he refers to as a "life philosophy" - and he still practises the martial art during his spare time. read more
In 2013, Putin entered a submersible and sank to the bottom of the Gulf of Finland, some 200 feet underwater, just to check out a 140-year-old shipwreck. 9. He's really good at hockey. read more
Little known, Amazing & Interesting Facts About Vladimir Putin. Vladimir Putin, the current President of Russia has a very remarkable journey that started as an officer in KGB (Committee for State Security) raised to Lieutenant Colonel, then as an acting President on the unexpected retirement of then president Boris Yeltsin, followed by Prime minister position and now the current President who is enjoying his third term. read more