Tsybulenko was ranked within the world's top 10 javelin throwers in 1952–62, except for 1955; his best placement was second in 1962 and third in 1960.
Tsybulenko achieved a ranking within the world's top 10 javelin throwers from 1952 to 1962 (excluding 1955), with his peak performance being second in 1962 and third in 1960.