Athletics in the Olympics is one of the most popular categories. Well known for the career best performances from different athletes around the world, an Olympic athletic final is a dream for every athlete.
Here is the list of the top 3 longest triple jumps in Olympic history:
1. Kenny Harrison:
The best jump in the triple jump event of Olympic history was done by Kenny Harrison of the USA in the 1996 Atlanta Olympics. In his fourth attempt in the final he covered a world record distance of 18.09 meters. This performance is still the longest jump in Olympic triple jump history. Also Kenny bagged the Olympic gold medal for this amazing performance.
2. Kenny Harrison:
Kenny Harrison of USA covered a distance of 17.99 meters in triple jump which is the second best distance covered in a single jump by any athlete in Olympic history. It was in his 1st attempt of the final of the 1996 Atlanta Olympics triple jump event.
3. Jonathan Edwards:
During the 1996, Atlanta Olympics Jonathan Edwards showed some extra-ordinary performance covering 17.88 meters. It was in his 4th attempt of the final Jonathan did this distance and won the silver medal.
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