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Samyr Laine
- Born
- Jul 17, 1984 (42 years old)
- Birthplace
- New York City, United States
- Events
- Triple Jump
- Height
- 1.88 m
Samyr Laine is a Haitian-American triple jumper born on July 17, 1984, in Nyack, New York. Standing 188 cm, he has represented Haiti at international competitions since the 2007 Pan American Games, including the 2012 Summer Olympics.
Laine's decision to compete for Haiti reflects the connection many athletes maintain with their ancestral homelands. His Olympic appearance in 2012 brought recognition to Haitian athletics on the world's biggest stage.
His international career spanning from 2007 to the Olympics demonstrates sustained excellence in the triple jump. Laine's representation of Haiti has helped raise the profile of track and field in the Caribbean nation.
As of Nov 7, 2026: Triple Jump 17.39 (#116 all-time), 2016 season best 16.64 (May 6, 2016, Suhaim bin Hamad Stadium, Doha (QAT)) · National record (Triple Jump) · 42 years old
Personal bests
WA points calculator →Progression
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | TJ | 16.64 | +0.6 | May 6, 2016 | Doha IAAF Diamond League, Suhaim bin Hamad Stadium, Doha - Diamond Discipline |
| 2015 | TJ | 16.44 | +2.8 | May 22, 2015 | CIBC, Toronto (CAN) |
| 2014 | TJ | 17.27 | -0.5 | Aug 31, 2014 | Alexandria, VA (USA) |
| 2013 | TJ | 17.36 | +1.4 | Apr 20, 2013 | Walnut, CA (USA) |
| 2012 | 60m | 7.05 | – | Jan 28, 2012 | – |
| 2012 | 60m Indoor | 7.05 | – | Jan 28, 2012 | Fairfax, VA (USA) (i) |
| 2012 | TJ | 16.88 | +1.4 | Jun 10, 2012 | New York, NY (USA) |
| 2011 | TJ | 17.09 | -0.5 | Jul 17, 2011 | Mayagüez (PUR) |