Yulimar Rojas

Biography

Yulimar Rojas redefined the women's triple jump, pushing the world record to 15.74m at the Tokyo Olympics — a jump so far beyond the competition it seemed to belong to a different event. Four World Championship golds and an Olympic gold made the Venezuelan the most decorated triple jumper in women's history. She brought South American athletics to the global stage, becoming Venezuela's greatest ever athlete in any sport.

Career Highlights

• 1 Olympic gold (2020)
• 4 World Championship golds
• Triple jump WR 15.74m (still standing)
• First over 15.50m and 15.70m
• Venezuela's greatest athlete

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