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Valeriy Brumel

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Valeriy Brumel

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Birth dateApr 14, 1942
BirthplaceTolbuzino, Russia
Height1.85 m
Weight-

Valeriy Nikolayevich Brumel (Russian: Валерий Николаевич Брумель; 14 April 1942 – 26 January 2003) was a Soviet-Russian high jumper. The 1964 Olympic champion and multiple world record holder, he is regarded as one of the greatest athletes ever to compete in the high jump. His international career was ended by a motorcycle crash in 1965.

Key facts
High Jump
2.28
#414 all-time
1964 season best
2.18
Oct 21, 1964 · National Stadium, Tokyo (JPN)
1964 season best
Medals
Olympic Games: 1 gold, 1 silver
Age
84 years old

As of Sep 15, 2026: High Jump 2.28 (#414 all-time), 1964 season best 2.18 (Oct 21, 1964, National Stadium, Tokyo (JPN)) · Olympic Games: 1 gold, 1 silver · 84 years old

Performance Charts

Season bests

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateTrendCompetitions
1964
HJ
2.18-Oct 21, 1964
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National Stadium, Tokyo (JPN)
1963
HJ
2.28-Jul 21, 1963
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Moskva (URS)
1962
HJ
2.27-Sep 29, 1962
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Moskva (URS)
1961
HJ
2.25-Aug 31, 1961
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Leningrad (URS) (i)
1960
HJ
2.16-Sep 1, 1960
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Stadio Olimpico, Roma (ITA)

1964

2 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
HJ
2.18-Oct 21The XVIII Olympic Games, National Stadium, Tokyo
HJ
2.06-Oct 20The XVIII Olympic Games, National Stadium, Tokyo

1963

2 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
HJ
2.17-Sep 21Colombes
HJ
2.28-Jul 21Moskva SU-USA, Moskva

1962

6 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
HJ
2.27-Sep 29Moskva
HJ
2.21-Sep 16Beograd European Championships
HJ
2.03-Sep 15Beograd European Championships
HJ
2.21-Sep 12Beograd European Championships
HJ
2.03-Sep 12Beograd European Championships
HJ
2.26-Jul 22Palo Alto USA-URS Int. Match, Palo Alto, CA

1961

4 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
HJ
2.25-Aug 31Sofia Universiade, Sofia
HJ
2.24-Jul 15Moskva URS-USA International Match, Moskva
HJ
2.23-Jun 18Moskva
HJ
2.25-Jan 28Leningrad (i)

1960

2 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
HJ
2.00-Sep 1The XVII Olympic Games, Stadio Olimpico, Roma
HJ
2.16-Sep 1The XVII Olympic Games, Stadio Olimpico, Roma

Honours

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The XVIII Olympic Games

High Jump

1964
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Beograd European Championships

High Jump

1962
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Beograd European Championships

High Jump

1962
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Sofia Universiade

High Jump

1961
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The XVII Olympic Games

High Jump

1960
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Valeriy Brumel's High Jump personal best?

Valeriy Brumel's High Jump personal best is 2.28, set on Jul 21, 1963 in Moskva (URS), #414 on the all-time list.

Which events does Valeriy Brumel compete in?

Valeriy Brumel competes in the High Jump.

How did Valeriy Brumel perform in 1964?

1964 season best: 2.18, set on Oct 21, 1964 in National Stadium, Tokyo (JPN).

How many medals has Valeriy Brumel won?

Valeriy Brumel has won 2 Olympic Games medals.