Jon Ridgeon

Jon Ridgeon

Born
Feb 14, 1967 (59 years old)
Birthplace
Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom
Events
110 m hurdles · 400 m hurdles
Height
1.83 m

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

Jon Ridgeon's competitive achievements were highlighted by participation in world-class competitions including World Championships. These prestigious international events provided platforms to compete against the finest distance runners from around the globe. Such participation demanded exceptional preparation, peak athletic conditioning, and strategic race execution. The athlete's ability to compete effectively at championship level demonstrated their technical expertise and mental fortitude. Their performances at these elite competitions contributed significantly to their professional reputation and helped establish them as a top-tier competitor in their discipline.

Jon Ridgeon'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, Jon Ridgeon'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 · 110 m hurdles13.29
1996 season best48.79Aug 14, 1996 · Zürich
Medals1World Championships: 1 silver
Personal best · 400 m hurdles48.73

As of Oct 27, 2026: 110 m hurdles 13.29 (#182 all-time), 400 m hurdles 48.73 (#242 all-time), 1996 season best 48.79 (Aug 14, 1996, Zürich (SUI)) · World Championships: 1 silver · 59 years old

DisciplineResultAll-time
100mMA 198510.3h*1,105 pts–
200mGateshead 198721.081,056 pts–
400mNewham 199246.751,062 pts–
110mHZagreb 198713.291,198 pts#182
400mHRieti 199248.731,194 pts#242
4x100mAthina 198639.80–

* Wind-assisted (> 2.0 m/s)

Medals

CompetitionsGoldSilverBronzeTotal
World Championships–1–1

Progression

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SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
1996400mH 48.79–Aug 14, 1996Zürich (SUI)
1993400mH 50.42–May 30, 1993Budapest (HUN)
199250MetresHu Indoor6.58–Mar 14, 1992Birmingham (GBR) (i)
199250MetresHu 6.58–Mar 14, 1992–
199260mH Indoor7.78–Mar 1, 1992European Indoor Championships, Palazzo dello Sport, Genova (i)
1992110mH 13.62-2.1May 9, 1992Birmingham (GBR)
1992200m 20.9h-1.8May 9, 1992Birmingham (GBR)
1992400m 46.75–Aug 23, 1992Newham (GBR)
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Jon Ridgeon's 110 m hurdles personal best is 13.29, set on Jul 15, 1987 in Zagreb (CRO), #182 on the all-time list.

Jon Ridgeon competes in the 110 m hurdles and 400 m hurdles.

1996 season best: 48.79, set on Aug 14, 1996 in Zürich (SUI).

Jon Ridgeon has won 1 World Championships medal.