David Ottley

David Ottley

United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Born
Aug 5, 1955 (71 years old)
Birthplace
Thurrock, United Kingdom
Events
Javelin Throw
Height
1.86 m
Weight
95 kg

David Charles Ottley (born 5 August 1955) is a retired British athlete who mainly competed in the men's javelin throw event. He competed at three Olympic Games.

Personal best · Javelin Throw80.98
#364 all-time
1990 season best75.28Aug 11, 1990 · Stoke-on-Trent
Medals2Olympic Games: 2 silver

As of Oct 27, 2026: Javelin Throw 80.98 (#364 all-time), 1990 season best 75.28 (Aug 11, 1990, Stoke-on-Trent (GBR)) · Olympic Games: 2 silver · 71 years old

Personal bests

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DisciplineResultAll-time
JTSeoul 198880.981,116 pts#364
JavelinThrLoughborough 198590.70–

Medals

CompetitionsGoldSilverBronzeTotal
Olympic Games–2–2

Progression

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SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
1990JT 75.28–Aug 11, 1990Stoke-on-Trent (GBR)
1989JT 75.60–Sep 2, 1989Moss (NOR)
1988JT 80.98–Sep 24, 1988Olympic Stadium, Seoul (KOR)
1987JT 80.72–Aug 5, 1987Oslo (NOR)
1986JT 77.88–Aug 26, 1986Stuttgart European Championships
1986JavelinThr 80.62–Aug 2, 1986Edinburgh (GBR)
1985JavelinThr 90.70–Jun 12, 1985Loughborough (GBR)
1985JT 90.70–Jun 12, 1985Loughborough (GBR)
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Frequently asked questions

David Ottley's Javelin Throw personal best is 80.98, set on Sep 24, 1988 in Olympic Stadium, Seoul (KOR), #364 on the all-time list.

David Ottley competes in the Javelin Throw.

1990 season best: 75.28, set on Aug 11, 1990 in Stoke-on-Trent (GBR).

David Ottley has won 2 Olympic Games medals.