John Van Reenen
- Born
- Mar 26, 1947 (79 years old)
- Birthplace
- Bethlehem, South Africa
- Events
- Discus Throw · Shot Put
John van Reenen (26 March 1947 – 21 August 2018) was a South African graphic artist and discus thrower, who was best known for setting the world record in the men's discus event in 1975.
Personal best · Discus Throw68.48
1987 season best62.24Feb 9, 1987 · Stellenbosch
Personal best · Shot Put19.81
As of Oct 27, 2026: Discus Throw 68.48 (#75 all-time), Shot Put 19.81 (#738 all-time), 1987 season best 62.24 (Feb 9, 1987, Stellenbosch (RSA)) · 79 years old
Personal bests
WA points calculator →Progression
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | DT | 62.24 | – | Feb 9, 1987 | Stellenbosch (RSA) |
| 1986 | DT | 64.12 | – | Feb 10, 1986 | Stellenbosch (RSA) |
| 1978 | DT | 60.98 | – | Feb 21, 1978 | Stellenbosch (RSA) |
| 1977 | SP | 19.00 | – | Feb 21, 1977 | Stellenbosch (RSA) |
| 1977 | DT | 61.94 | – | Mar 14, 1977 | Stellenbosch (RSA) |
| 1976 | DT | 66.12 | – | Mar 26, 1976 | Cape Town (RSA) |
| 1975 | SP | 19.04 | – | Aug 26, 1975 | Stuttgart (GER) |
| 1975 | DT | 68.48 | – | Mar 14, 1975 | Stellenbosch (RSA) |