Tessa Sanderson
- Born
- Mar 14, 1956 (70 years old)
- Events
- Heptathlon
Tessa Sanderson is a United Kingdom thrower, born on March 14, 1956. She competes primarily in the JT.
Her personal bests include 69.56 in the JT. She has earned 1 gold medal in major international competitions. She is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing United Kingdom.
1992 season best63.58Aug 1, 1992
Medals1Olympic Games: 1 gold
Last competitionThe XXVI Olympic Games, Olympic Stadium, Atlanta, GAJul 26, 1996 · 58.86
As of Nov 2, 2026: 1992 season best 63.58 (Aug 1, 1992) · Last competition: The XXVI Olympic Games, Olympic Stadium, Atlanta, GA, Jul 26, 1996, 58.86 · Olympic Games: 1 gold · 70 years old
Personal bests
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Medals
| Competitions | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olympic Games | 1 | – | – | 1 |
Progression
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | JT | 63.58 | – | Aug 1, 1992 | The XXV Olympic Games |
| 1988 | JT | 56.70 | – | Sep 25, 1988 | The XXIV Olympic Games |
| 1984 | JT | 69.56 | – | Aug 6, 1984 | The XXIII Olympic Games |
| 1981 | Hep | 6125 | – | Jul 12, 1981 | – |
| 1980 | JT | 48.76 | – | Jul 24, 1980 | The XXII Olympic Games |
| 1976 | JT | 57.18 | – | Jul 23, 1976 | The XXI Olympic Games |