Chris Tomlinson

Born
Sep 15, 1981 (45 years old)
Birthplace
Middlesbrough, United Kingdom
Events
Long Jump
Height
1.97 m

Chris Tomlinson is a renowned track and field athlete who devoted their career to competitive athletics. With years of dedicated training and consistent performances, Chris Tomlinson established themselves as a respected competitor at both national and international levels. The athlete demonstrated exceptional technical skills and maintained high standards of performance across multiple seasons. Their commitment to excellence and improvement drove them to pursue personal records and competitive success. Chris Tomlinson's career exemplified the dedication required to compete at elite levels of track and field athletics.

A defining moment in Chris Tomlinson's career came through participation in Olympic Games competition. This achievement represented one of sport's highest honors, reflecting years of dedicated preparation and athletic excellence. Competing on the Olympic stage tested Chris Tomlinson against the world's finest athletes and required peak physical and mental conditioning. The experience at Olympic competition enhanced Chris Tomlinson's credibility as an elite international athlete. Such high-level competition provided invaluable experience and contributed substantially to their lasting legacy in track and field athletics. Their influence and reputation within the athletic community provided inspiration for subsequent generations of track and field athletes. The athlete's commitment to excellence serves as a model for dedication in sports.

Chris Tomlinson's career in competitive athletics demonstrates the importance of dedication, technical expertise, and consistent effort in achieving athletic success. Throughout their competitive years, they contributed meaningfully to track and field sports through their performances and athletic achievements. The athlete's career exemplifies how sustained commitment to athletic excellence yields lasting recognition and respect within the sporting community. After transitioning from elite competition, Chris Tomlinson's influence remained significant as younger athletes looked to their achievements as models for athletic development. Their legacy within track and field athletics continues as a testament to the value of disciplined training and unwavering commitment to competitive excellence.

Personal best · Long Jump8.35
2016 season best7.64Feb 20, 2016

As of Oct 27, 2026: Long Jump 8.35 (#100 all-time), 2016 season best 7.64 (Feb 20, 2016) · 45 years old

DisciplineResultAll-time
100mBedford 200110.61*1,005 pts–
200mHendon 201021.43*1,005 pts–
4x100mVila Real de Santo António 201140.10–
LJParis-St-Denis 20118.351,214 pts#100
TJDerby 200115.35990 pts–
60mIndoorLee Valley 20096.841,022 pts–

* Wind-assisted (> 2.0 m/s)

Progression

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SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
2016LJ Indoor7.64–Feb 20, 2016Emirates Arena, Glasgow (GBR) (i)
2016LJ 7.64–Feb 20, 2016–
2015LJ 7.96+1.5Jun 7, 2015Birmingham British Athletics Grand Prix, Alexander Stadium, Birmingham - Promotional Events
2015TJ 14.40+1.2Aug 8, 2015Lee Valley (GBR)
201460m Indoor7.00–Mar 13, 2014Gateshead (GBR) (i)
201460m 7.00–Mar 13, 2014–
2014LJ 8.23+1.8Jun 1, 2014Bottrop (GER)
2013LJ 8.21+1.5Jun 15, 2013Bad Langensalza (GER)
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Chris Tomlinson's Long Jump personal best is 8.35, set on Jul 8, 2011 in Stade de France, Paris-St-Denis (FRA), #100 on the all-time list.

Chris Tomlinson competes in the Long Jump.

2016 season best: 7.64, set on Feb 20, 2016.