Archive for September 1, 2006
Willie’s quest begins this month for 50 at age 50
Willie Banks held the world record in the triple jump for 10 years — from June 16, 1985, until July 18, 1995, when his 17.97 (58-11 1/2) was surpassed by Briton Jon Edwards. But not even Jon’s current 60-foot jump would compare to a mark Willie has in mind for himself: going 50 feet at […]
September 1, 2006
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It ain’t over until the short spearchucker sings
Contrary to some reports, Jan Zelezny has not yet retired from the javelin game. At age 40, he still has some good throws left in him — maybe even another M40 world record. The Cape Times of Cape Town, South Africa, reports: “Three-time Olympic javelin champion and former world-record holder Jan Zelezny will retire next […]
September 1, 2006
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