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José Leitao

José Leitao

PORPORMen
Birth dateApr 6, 1965
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José Leitao is a Portugal jumper, born on April 6, 1965. He competes primarily in the LJ and TJ.

His personal bests include 6.99 in the LJ and 16.66 in the TJ. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing Portugal.

Key facts
Triple Jump
16.66
#795 all-time
1988 season best
16.28
Aug 20, 1988 · La Coruña (ESP)
Age
61 years old

As of Sep 22, 2026: Triple Jump 16.66 (#795 all-time), 1988 season best 16.28 (Aug 20, 1988, La Coruña (ESP)) · 61 years old

Performance Charts

Season bests

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateTrendCompetitions
1988
LJ
6.99-Sep 25, 1988
↑
Olympic Stadium, Seoul (KOR)
1988
TJ
16.28-0.9Aug 20, 1988
↓
La Coruña (ESP)
1987
LJ
7.55-Jul 26, 1987
↑
Maia (POR)
1987
TJ
16.66+0.2Jul 26, 1987
↓
Maia (POR)
1983
TJ
15.50+1.2Aug 27, 1983
↓
European Junior Championships, Rudolf Tonn Stadion, Schwechat

1988

5 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
LJ
6.99-Sep 25The XXIV Olympic Games, Olympic Stadium, Seoul
TJ
15.60-Sep 23The XXIV Olympic Games, Olympic Stadium, Seoul
TJ
16.28-0.9Aug 20La Coruna, La Coruña
TJ
16.23-Jul 24Ciudad de México Ibero-American Championships, Ciudad de México
TJ
16.21-Jun 18Bruxelles

1987

8 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
TJ
16.17+1.2Aug 30IAAF World Championships
TJ
16.17+1.2Aug 29IAAF World Championships
TJ
16.15-Aug 9Lisboa
TJ
16.66+0.2Jul 26Maia
LJ
7.55-Jul 26Maia
TJ
16.49-Jul 17Zagreb Universiade, Zagreb
TJ
16.56-Jul 8Maia
TJ
16.18+3.5Jun 28European Cup Final C2, Porto

1983

2 performances

Honours

No medals

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is José Leitao's Triple Jump personal best?

José Leitao's Triple Jump personal best is 16.66, set on Jul 26, 1987 in Maia (POR), #795 on the all-time list.

Which events does José Leitao compete in?

José Leitao competes in the Triple Jump.

How did José Leitao perform in 1988?

1988 season best: 16.28, set on Aug 20, 1988 in La Coruña (ESP).