Francis Dodoo

Francis Dodoo

Born
Apr 13, 1960 (66 years old)
Birthplace
Volta Region, Ghana
Events
Triple Jump
Height
1.86 m
Weight
75 kg

Francis Dodoo is a renowned track and field athlete who devoted their career to competitive athletics. With years of dedicated training and consistent performances, Francis Dodoo 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. Francis Dodoo's career exemplified the dedication required to compete at elite levels of track and field athletics.

A defining moment in Francis Dodoo'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 Francis Dodoo against the world's finest athletes and required peak physical and mental conditioning. The experience at Olympic competition enhanced Francis Dodoo'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.

Francis Dodoo'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, Francis Dodoo'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 · Triple Jump17.12
1996 season best16.24Jul 26, 1996 · Olympic Stadium, Atlanta, GA
Last competitionThe XXVI Olympic Games, Olympic Stadium, Atlanta, GAJul 26, 1996 · 16.24

As of Nov 6, 2026: Triple Jump 17.12 (#266 all-time), 1996 season best 16.24 (Jul 26, 1996, Olympic Stadium, Atlanta, GA (USA)) · Last competition: The XXVI Olympic Games, Olympic Stadium, Atlanta, GA, Jul 26, 1996, 16.24 · 66 years old

DisciplineResultAll-time
TJNairobi 1987Ghana Triple Jump all-time list17.121,177 pts#266

Progression

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SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
1996TJ 16.24+0.1Jul 26, 1996The XXVI Olympic Games, Olympic Stadium, Atlanta, GA
1995TJ 16.84-0.4Jun 24, 1995Kuortane (FIN)
1994TJ 16.76–Apr 23, 1994New York, NY (USA)
1993TJ 16.59–Jul 3, 1993Kumasi (GHA)
1992TJ 16.93–Apr 11, 1992El Paso, TX (USA)
1990TJ 16.60+2.0Jul 12, 1990Stade Olympique de la Pontaise, Lausanne (SUI)
1989TJ 16.28–Mar 18, 1989Lafayette, LA (USA)
1988TJ 16.63–Jul 3, 1988Stockholm (SWE)
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Francis Dodoo's Triple Jump personal best is 17.12, set on Aug 8, 1987 in Nairobi (KEN), #266 on the all-time list.

Francis Dodoo competes in the Triple Jump.

1996 season best: 16.24, set on Jul 26, 1996 in Olympic Stadium, Atlanta, GA (USA). Last competition: The XXVI Olympic Games, Olympic Stadium, Atlanta, GA on Jul 26, 1996, 16.24.