Simon Arkell

Simon Arkell

AustraliaAustralia
Born
Jul 1, 1966 (60 years old)
Birthplace
Maidenhead, United Kingdom
Events
Pole Vault
Height
1.85 m

Simon Graham Arkell (born 1 July 1966) is an Olympic pole vaulter from Australia, who competed in two consecutive Summer Olympics, starting in 1992.

Personal best · Pole Vault5.80
#159 all-time
2002 season best4.80Nov 2, 2002 · Mile End
2002 season best

As of Nov 3, 2026: Pole Vault 5.80 (#159 all-time), 2002 season best 4.80 (Nov 2, 2002, Mile End (AUS)) · 60 years old

Personal bests

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DisciplineResultAll-time
PVAdelaide 19965.801,212 pts#159

Progression

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SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
2002PV 4.80–Nov 2, 2002Mile End (AUS)
1998PV 5.07–May 2, 1998Irvine, CA (USA)
1996PV 5.80–Jan 26, 1996Adelaide (AUS)
1995PV 5.75–Dec 17, 1995Perth (AUS)
1994PV 5.40–May 21, 1994São Paulo (BRA)
1993PV 5.72–Feb 14, 1993Adelaide (AUS)
1992PV 5.70–Feb 29, 1992Perth (AUS)
1991PV 5.61–Aug 1, 1991Århus (DEN)
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FAQ

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Simon Arkell's Pole Vault personal best is 5.80, set on Jan 26, 1996 in Adelaide (AUS), #159 on the all-time list.

Simon Arkell competes in the Pole Vault.

2002 season best: 4.80, set on Nov 2, 2002 in Mile End (AUS).