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Nam-sung Yu

Nam-sung Yu

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Birth dateOct 3, 1978
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Nam-sung Yu is a South Korea thrower, born on October 3, 1978. He competes primarily in the JT.

His personal bests include 79.84 in the JT. He has earned 1 gold medal in major international competitions. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing South Korea.

Key facts
Javelin Throw
79.84
#478 all-time
2004 season best
65.51
Oct 11, 2004 · Chungbuk (KOR)
2004 season best
Age
47 years old

As of Sep 15, 2026: Javelin Throw 79.84 (#478 all-time), 2004 season best 65.51 (Oct 11, 2004, Chungbuk (KOR)) · 47 years old

Performance Charts

Season bests

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateTrendCompetitions
2004
JT
65.51-Oct 11, 2004
↑
Chungbuk (KOR)
2003
JT
71.44-Apr 24, 2003
↑
Jeonju (KOR)
2002
JT
73.77-Nov 12, 2002
↑
Seoul (KOR)
1999
JT
75.44-Jun 10, 1999
↑
Seoul (KOR)
1998
JT
79.84-Apr 17, 1998
↑
Youngju (KOR)
1997
JT
74.62-Jun 22, 1997
↑
Seoul (KOR)

2004

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
JT
65.51-Oct 11Chungbuk

2003

2 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
JT
68.75-Oct 13Jeonju
JT
71.44-Apr 24Jeonju

2002

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
JT
73.77-Nov 12Seoul National Games, Seoul

1999

5 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
JT
72.87-Aug 27IAAF World Championships, La Cartuja, Sevilla
JT
72.87-Aug 21IAAF World Championships, La Cartuja, Sevilla
JT
66.27-Jul 13Palma de Mallorca Universiade, Palma de Mallorca
JT
71.13-Jul 11Palma de Mallorca Universiade, Palma de Mallorca
JT
75.44-Jun 10Korean Championships, Seoul

1998

4 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
JT
75.53-Dec 19Bangkok Asian Games, Bangkok
JT
71.47-Nov 30Brisbane
JT
72.76-Jul 22Fukuoka Asian Championships, Fukuoka
JT
79.84-Apr 17Youngju

1997

2 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
JT
72.66-Nov 6Bangkok Asian Junior Championships, Bangkok
JT
74.62-Jun 22Seoul

Honours

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Korean Championships

Javelin Throw

1999
5

Fukuoka Asian Championships

Javelin Throw

1998
5

Bangkok Asian Games

Javelin Throw

1998
5

Fukuoka Asian Championships

Javelin Throw

1998
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Nam-sung Yu's Javelin Throw personal best?

Nam-sung Yu's Javelin Throw personal best is 79.84, set on Apr 17, 1998 in Youngju (KOR), #478 on the all-time list.

Which events does Nam-sung Yu compete in?

Nam-sung Yu competes in the Javelin Throw.

How did Nam-sung Yu perform in 2004?

2004 season best: 65.51, set on Oct 11, 2004 in Chungbuk (KOR).