Emmanuel Ihemeje
ItalyActive- Born
- Oct 9, 1998 (28 years old)
- Birthplace
- Carrara, Italy
- Events
- Triple Jump
Chiebuka Emmanuel Ihemeje is a Nigerian-Italian triple jumper born on October 9, 1998, in Carrara, Italy. He has developed into one of Italy's prominent horizontal jumpers, representing the country at the highest level of international competition including the Olympic Games.
Ihemeje competed in the triple jump at the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, showcasing his abilities against the world's best jumpers. His participation at the Olympics represents a significant achievement in his career and demonstrates his standing among elite triple jumpers.
As a representative of Italian athletics with Nigerian heritage, Ihemeje continues to develop his career in the triple jump. His Olympic experience provides a strong foundation for future success as he works to improve his performances and compete at the highest international levels.
As of Nov 13, 2026: Triple Jump 17.29 (#159 all-time), 2026 season best 16.17 (Jun 20, 2026, CVEATC, Chula Vista, CA (USA)) · Last competition: Italian Championships, Jul 25, 2026, 15.86 · 28 years old
Personal bests
WA points calculator →Progression
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | TJ Indoor | 16.07 | – | Feb 13, 2026 | Don Kirby Elite Invitational |
| 2026 | TJ | 16.17 | +3.1 | Jun 20, 2026 | USATF SD/Imperial Championships |
| 2025 | TJ | 16.60 | +1.1 | Jun 29, 2025 | MVA HP and Para - Born to Run Invite, CVEATC, Chula Vista, CA |
| 2024 | TJ | 16.98 | +0.4 | Jun 8, 2024 | European Athletics Championships, Stadio Olimpico, Roma |
| 2024 | TJ Indoor | 17.03 | – | Feb 18, 2024 | Italian Indoor Championships |
| 2023 | TJ | 17.29 | +1.9 | Apr 15, 2023 | Mt. SAC Relays, Hilmer Lodge Stadium, Walnut, CA - Elite Event |
| 2022 | LJ | 7.64 | +1.8 | May 14, 2022 | Hayward Field, Eugene, OR (USA) |
| 2022 | TJ | 17.20 | +0.9 | Aug 15, 2022 | European Athletics Championships, Olympiastadion, München |