Ken Carpenter

United StatesUnited StatesRetired
Born
Apr 19, 1913
Birthplace
Compton, California (USA)
Height
1.90 m
Weight
102 kg

Ken Carpenter is a United States thrower, born on April 19, 1913 in Compton, California (USA). Standing 1.90 m and weighing 102 kg, He competes primarily in the DT.

His personal bests include 50.48 in the DT. He has earned 1 gold medal in major international competitions.

1936 season best50.48Aug 5, 1936
Medals1Olympic Games: 1 gold
Last competitionThe XI Olympic GamesAug 5, 1936 · AC
The XI Olympic Games

As of Nov 4, 2026: 1936 season best 50.48 (Aug 5, 1936) · Last competition: The XI Olympic Games, Aug 5, 1936, AC · Olympic Games: 1 gold · 113 years old · Retired

Personal bests

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DisciplineResultAll-time
DT193650.48886 pts–

Medals

CompetitionsGoldSilverBronzeTotal
Olympic Games1––1

Progression

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SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
1936DT 50.48–Aug 5, 1936The XI Olympic Games
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

1936 season best: 50.48, set on Aug 5, 1936. Last competition: The XI Olympic Games on Aug 5, 1936, AC.

Ken Carpenter has won 1 Olympic Games medal.