Brian Oldfield
- Born
- Jun 1, 1945 (81 years old)
- Birthplace
- Elgin, United States
- Events
- Shot Put
- Height
- 1.96 m
- Weight
- 125 kg
Brian Oldfield (June 1, 1945 – March 26, 2017) was an American athlete and personality of the 1970s and early 1980s.
A standout shot putter, Oldfield was credited with making the rotational technique popular.
With his "Oldfield spin," he set the indoor and outdoor world records in the sport many times. However, due to his status as a professional athlete his world records in the 1970's were never officially recognized, although he later ahcieved formal recognition for an american record in 1984.
Personal best · Shot Put22.86
1988 season best19.15Jun 18, 1988 · Tampa, FL
As of Oct 28, 2026: Shot Put 22.86 (#8 all-time), 1988 season best 19.15 (Jun 18, 1988, Tampa, FL (USA)) · 81 years old
Personal bests
WA points calculator →Progression
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | SP | 19.15 | – | Jun 18, 1988 | Tampa, FL (USA) |
| 1987 | SP | 20.33 | – | Mar 28, 1987 | Palo Alto, CA (USA) |
| 1986 | SP | 20.63 | – | May 17, 1986 | Westwood, CA (USA) |
| 1985 | SP | 21.41 | – | Aug 22, 1985 | Innsbruck (AUT) |
| 1984 | SP | 22.19 | – | May 26, 1984 | San José (USA) |
| 1983 | SP | 21.22 | – | May 28, 1983 | San José (USA) |
| 1982 | SP | 20.71 | – | Aug 29, 1982 | Stuttgart (GER) |
| 1981 | SP | 22.02 | – | May 16, 1981 | Modesto, CA (USA) |