John Herbert

John Herbert

Born
Apr 20, 1962 (64 years old)
Birthplace
Nottingham, United Kingdom
Events
Triple Jump · Long Jump
Height
1.88 m

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

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

John Herbert'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, John Herbert'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 Jump17.41
1996 season best15.63Jan 27, 1996
Personal best · Long Jump7.38

As of Nov 6, 2026: Triple Jump 17.41 (#108 all-time), Long Jump 7.38, 1996 season best 15.63 (Jan 27, 1996) · 64 years old

DisciplineResultAll-time
LJUtrecht 1981United Kingdom Long Jump all-time list7.381,004 pts–

Progression

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SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
1996TJ 15.63–Jan 27, 1996–
1996TJ Indoor15.63–Jan 27, 1996Stange (NOR) (i)
1995TJ 16.50–Feb 11, 1995–
1995TJ Indoor16.50–Feb 11, 1995Glasgow (GBR) (i)
1992TJ 16.73+0.7Jul 10, 1992London (GBR)
1991TJ 16.98+1.6Jun 19, 1991London (GBR)
1990TJ 17.00+1.5Jul 2, 1990Stockholm (SWE)
1989TJ 16.44–Jan 28, 1989–
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

John Herbert's Triple Jump personal best is 17.41, set on Sep 2, 1985 in Kobe (JPN), #108 on the all-time list.

John Herbert competes in the Triple Jump and Long Jump.

1996 season best: 15.63, set on Jan 27, 1996.