Merritt Giffin

United StatesUnited StatesRetired
Born
Aug 20, 1887
Birthplace
Lockport, Illinois (USA)
Height
1.86 m
Weight
84 kg

Merritt Giffin is a United States thrower, born on August 20, 1887 in Lockport, Illinois (USA). Standing 1.86 m and weighing 84 kg, He competes primarily in the DT.

His personal bests include 40.70 in the DT. He has earned 1 silver medal in major international competitions.

1908 season best40.70Jul 16, 1908
Medals1Olympic Games: 1 silver
Last competitionThe IV Olympic Games, LondonJul 16, 1908 · 40.70
The IV Olympic Games, London

As of Oct 30, 2026: 1908 season best 40.70 (Jul 16, 1908) · Last competition: The IV Olympic Games, London, Jul 16, 1908, 40.70 · Olympic Games: 1 silver · 139 years old · Retired

Personal bests

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DisciplineResultAll-time
DT190840.70708 pts–

Medals

CompetitionsGoldSilverBronzeTotal
Olympic Games–1–1

Progression

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SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
1908DT 40.70–Jul 16, 1908The IV Olympic Games, London
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

1908 season best: 40.70, set on Jul 16, 1908. Last competition: The IV Olympic Games, London on Jul 16, 1908, 40.70.

Merritt Giffin has won 1 Olympic Games medal.