Melvin Raffin
FRAMenMelvin Raffin is a French triple jumper born on August 9, 1998, in Bourg-la-Reine. Standing 185 cm tall, he has developed as a horizontal jumper under the guidance of coach Teddy Tamgho, the former world record holder and world champion in the triple jump.
Raffin specializes in the triple jump, one of the most technically demanding field events that requires explosive power, coordination, and precision across the hop, step, and jump phases. Training under Tamgho provides him with elite-level coaching from one of the greatest triple jumpers in history.
As a French triple jumper coached by a legendary figure in the event, Raffin represents the next generation of French horizontal jumping talent. His development under Tamgho's guidance positions him for potential success at the highest levels of international competition.