Folke Jansson

SwedenSwedenRetired
Born
Apr 23, 1897
Birthplace
Jönköping, Jönköping (SWE)
Height
1.87 m
Weight
80 kg

Folke Jansson is a Sweden jumper, born on April 23, 1897 in Jönköping, Jönköping (SWE). Standing 1.87 m and weighing 80 kg, He competes primarily in the TJ.

His personal bests include 14.97 in the TJ. He has earned 1 silver medal in major international competitions.

1924 season best14.97Jul 12, 1924
Medals1Olympic Games: 1 silver
Last competitionThe VIII Olympic GamesJul 12, 1924 · 14.97
The VIII Olympic Games

As of Oct 27, 2026: 1924 season best 14.97 (Jul 12, 1924) · Last competition: The VIII Olympic Games, Jul 12, 1924, 14.97 · Olympic Games: 1 silver · 129 years old · Retired

Personal bests

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DisciplineResultAll-time
TJ192414.97950 pts–

Medals

CompetitionsGoldSilverBronzeTotal
Olympic Games–1–1

Progression

Compare me
SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
1924TJ 14.97–Jul 12, 1924The VIII Olympic Games
1920TJ 14.48–Aug 21, 1920The VII Olympic Games, Antwerp
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

1924 season best: 14.97, set on Jul 12, 1924. Last competition: The VIII Olympic Games on Jul 12, 1924, 14.97.

Folke Jansson has won 1 Olympic Games medal.