Vikas Gowda

Vikas Gowda

Born
Jul 5, 1983 (43 years old)
Birthplace
Mysore, India
Events
Discus Throw · Shot Put
Height
2.06 m
Weight
138 kg

Vikas Gowda is a renowned track and field athlete who devoted their career to competitive athletics. With years of dedicated training and consistent performances, Vikas Gowda established themselves as a respected competitor at both national and international levels. The athlete demonstrated exceptional technical skills and maintained high standards of performance across multiple seasons. Their commitment to excellence and improvement drove them to pursue personal records and competitive success. Vikas Gowda's career exemplified the dedication required to compete at elite levels of track and field athletics.

A defining moment in Vikas Gowda's career came through participation in Olympic Games competition. This achievement represented one of sport's highest honors, reflecting years of dedicated preparation and athletic excellence. Competing on the Olympic stage tested Vikas Gowda against the world's finest athletes and required peak physical and mental conditioning. The experience at Olympic competition enhanced Vikas Gowda's credibility as an elite international athlete. Such high-level competition provided invaluable experience and contributed substantially to their lasting legacy in track and field athletics. Their influence and reputation within the athletic community provided inspiration for subsequent generations of track and field athletes. The athlete's commitment to excellence serves as a model for dedication in sports.

Vikas Gowda's personal records and best performances remain testament to their athletic abilities and years of rigorous training. These achievements represent the peak of their competitive career and demonstrate their natural talent combined with dedicated preparation. The athlete's performances contributed to the advancement of their sport and helped establish competitive standards within their discipline. After retirement from elite competition, Vikas Gowda's legacy continued to inspire emerging athletes pursuing careers in track and field. Their dedication to athletic excellence serves as an enduring example of the commitment required to achieve success at the highest levels of international competition.

Personal best · Discus Throw66.28
2017 season best62.35May 27, 2017 · Chula Vista, CA
National record66.28Discus Throw
Personal best · Shot Put19.62

As of Oct 30, 2026: Discus Throw 66.28 (#188 all-time), Shot Put 19.62 (#843 all-time), 2017 season best 62.35 (May 27, 2017, Chula Vista, CA (USA)) · National record (Discus Throw) · 43 years old

DisciplineResultAll-time
SPGA 200619.621,098 pts#843
DTOK 201266.281,176 pts#188
DiscusThroKingston 200256.93–
ShotPut(6kKingston 200219.30–

Progression

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SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
2017DT 62.35–May 27, 2017Chula Vista, CA (USA)
2016DT 58.99–Aug 12, 2016The XXXI Olympic Games
2015DT 65.75–Apr 25, 2015San Diego, CA (USA)
2014DT 65.62–May 24, 2014Tucson, AZ (USA)
2013DT 65.82–Apr 5, 2013Mesa, AZ (USA)
2012DT 66.28–Apr 12, 2012Norman, OK (USA)
2011DT 64.91–Jun 9, 2011Chula Vista, CA (USA)
2010DT 63.69–Oct 10, 2010New Delhi (IND)
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Vikas Gowda's Discus Throw personal best is 66.28, set on Apr 12, 2012 in Norman, OK (USA), #188 on the all-time list.

Vikas Gowda competes in the Discus Throw and Shot Put.

2017 season best: 62.35, set on May 27, 2017 in Chula Vista, CA (USA).