Ralf Bartels

Born
Feb 21, 1978 (48 years old)
Birthplace
Stavenhagen, Germany
Events
Shot Put
Height
1.86 m
Weight
128 kg

Ralf Bartels is a renowned track and field athlete who devoted their career to competitive athletics. With years of dedicated training and consistent performances, Ralf Bartels established themselves as a respected competitor at both national and international levels. The athlete demonstrated exceptional technical skills and maintained high standards of performance across multiple seasons. Their commitment to excellence and improvement drove them to pursue personal records and competitive success. Ralf Bartels's career exemplified the dedication required to compete at elite levels of track and field athletics.

Ralf Bartels's competitive achievements were highlighted by participation in world-class competitions including World Championships. These prestigious international events provided platforms to compete against the finest distance runners from around the globe. Such participation demanded exceptional preparation, peak athletic conditioning, and strategic race execution. The athlete's ability to compete effectively at championship level demonstrated their technical expertise and mental fortitude. Their performances at these elite competitions contributed significantly to their professional reputation and helped establish them as a top-tier competitor in their discipline.

Ralf Bartels's personal records and best performances remain testament to their athletic abilities and years of rigorous training. These achievements represent the peak of their competitive career and demonstrate their natural talent combined with dedicated preparation. The athlete's performances contributed to the advancement of their sport and helped establish competitive standards within their discipline. After retirement from elite competition, Ralf Bartels's legacy continued to inspire emerging athletes pursuing careers in track and field. Their dedication to athletic excellence serves as an enduring example of the commitment required to achieve success at the highest levels of international competition.

Personal best · Shot Put21.37
2013 season best20.13Jun 14, 2013
Medals2World Championships: 2 bronze

As of Oct 28, 2026: Shot Put 21.37 (#113 all-time), 2013 season best 20.13 (Jun 14, 2013) · World Championships: 2 bronze · 48 years old

DisciplineResultAll-time
SPIndoorDoha 201021.441,207 pts–
SPBerlin 200921.371,203 pts#113
ShotPut(5kHalle 199521.38–

Medals

CompetitionsGoldSilverBronzeTotal
World Championships––22

Progression

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SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
2013SP 20.13–Jun 14, 2013–
2013SP Indoor20.16–Mar 1, 2013European Indoor Championships, Scandinavium, Göteborg (i)
2012SP 20.40–Aug 15, 2012Sondershausen (GER)
2011SP 20.91–Feb 11, 2011–
2011SP Indoor21.16–Mar 4, 2011European Indoor Championships
2010SP 21.14–May 14, 2010Doha IAAF Diamond League Meeting, Suhaim bin Hamad Stadium, Doha - Diamond Discipline
2010SP Indoor21.44–Mar 13, 2010IAAF World Indoor Championships
2009SP 21.37–Aug 15, 2009IAAF World Championships
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Ralf Bartels's Shot Put personal best is 21.37, set on Aug 15, 2009 in Olympiastadion, Berlin (GER), #113 on the all-time list.

Ralf Bartels competes in the Shot Put.

2013 season best: 20.13, set on Jun 14, 2013.

Ralf Bartels has won 2 World Championships medals.