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Richard Slaney

GBRGBRMen
Birth dateMay 16, 1956
BirthplaceRedhill, United Kingdom
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Richard Charles Slaney (born 16 May 1956) is a male British discus thrower who competed in the 1984 Summer Olympics and strongman competitor, notable for being a repeat winner of the Britain's Strongest Man title. At the UK Athletics Championships he won in 1979, ranked second in 1977 to 1978, and was third in 1980. He also came third in the shot put in 1980.

Key facts
Discus Throw
65.16
#276 all-time
1986 season best
62.74
Apr 27, 1986 · Walnut, CA (USA)
1986 season best
Age
70 years old

As of Sep 15, 2026: Discus Throw 65.16 (#276 all-time), 1986 season best 62.74 (Apr 27, 1986, Walnut, CA (USA)) · 70 years old

Performance Charts

Season bests

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateTrendCompetitions
1986
DT
62.74-Apr 27, 1986
↓
Walnut, CA (USA)
1985
DT
65.16-Jul 1, 1985
↓
Eugene, OR (USA)
1984
DT
64.68-Jul 27, 1984
↓
Eugene, OR (USA)
1983
DT
62.66-Jun 4, 1983
↓
Eugene, OR (USA)
1982
DT
64.64-Apr 30, 1982
↓
San Diego, CA (USA)
1980
DT
60.08-Aug 10, 1980
↓
Birmingham (GBR)

1986

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
DT
62.74-Apr 27Walnut Mt. SAC Relays, Walnut, CA

1985

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
DT
65.16-Jul 1Eugene, OR

1984

5 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
DT
57.66-Aug 8The XXIII Olympic Games, Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, CA
DT
64.68-Jul 27Eugene, OR
DT
63.24-Jul 15Walnut, CA
DT
64.68-Jul 6Eugene, OR
DT
60.14-Mar 3San Diego, CA

1983

5 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
DT
60.32-Jul 9Cwmbran
DT
60.78-Jun 9Eugene, OR
DT
62.66-Jun 4Eugene Prefontaine Classic, Eugene, OR
DT
61.20-May 15Westwood, CA
DT
61.74-May 14Modesto ModR, Modesto, CA

1982

2 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
DT
55.98-Sep 10Athina European Championships
DT
64.64-Apr 30San Diego, CA

1980

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
DT
60.08-Aug 10Birmingham

Honours

No medals

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Richard Slaney's Discus Throw personal best?

Richard Slaney's Discus Throw personal best is 65.16, set on Jul 1, 1985 in Eugene, OR (USA), #276 on the all-time list.

Which events does Richard Slaney compete in?

Richard Slaney competes in the Discus Throw.

How did Richard Slaney perform in 1986?

1986 season best: 62.74, set on Apr 27, 1986 in Walnut, CA (USA).