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John Atkinson

AUSAUSMen
Birth dateOct 29, 1963
Height1.84 m
Weight71 kg

John Atkinson (born 29 October 1963) is an Australian former high jumper who competed in the 1984 Summer Olympics. He also competed in the commonwealth games in 1986 in Edinburgh and Worlds in 1985.

Key facts
High Jump
2.28
#414 all-time
1985 season best
2.10
Oct 6, 1985 · Bruce Stadium, Canberra (AUS)
1985 season best
Age
62 years old

As of Sep 13, 2026: High Jump 2.28 (#414 all-time), 1985 season best 2.10 (Oct 6, 1985, Bruce Stadium, Canberra (AUS)) · 62 years old

PB

Personal bests

2.28
#414 all-time

Performance Charts

Season bests

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateTrendCompetitions
1985
HJ
2.10-Oct 6, 1985
↑
Bruce Stadium, Canberra (AUS)
1984
HJ
2.28-Mar 31, 1984
↑
Melbourne (AUS)

1985

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
HJ
2.10-Oct 6Canberra IAAF World Cup, Bruce Stadium, Canberra

1984

3 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
HJ
2.21-Aug 10The XXIII Olympic Games, Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, CA
HJ
2.28-Mar 31Melbourne
HJ
2.25-Mar 18Perth

Honours

8

Canberra IAAF World Cup

High Jump

1985
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is John Atkinson's High Jump personal best?

John Atkinson's High Jump personal best is 2.28, set on Mar 31, 1984 in Melbourne (AUS), #414 on the all-time list.

Which events does John Atkinson compete in?

John Atkinson competes in the High Jump.

How did John Atkinson perform in 1985?

1985 season best: 2.10, set on Oct 6, 1985 in Bruce Stadium, Canberra (AUS).