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Yulimar Rojas is a dominant force in the triple jump, showcasing incredible explosive power and technical precision. This event demands the athlete to transition seamlessly from horizontal speed to three distinct phases of flight. His world-class performance makes him a benchmark for all horizontal jumping disciplines.
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What is Yulimar Rojas's triple-jump world record?
The Venezuelan athlete holds the women's world record at 15.74 meters. She produced that jump at the 2022 World Athletics Indoor Championships in Belgrade.
What did Yulimar Rojas achieve at the Tokyo Olympics?
Rojas won Venezuela's first Olympic athletics gold medal in the women's triple jump. Her 15.67-meter winning jump also broke Inessa Kravets's long-standing world record.
Why did Yulimar Rojas miss the Paris 2024 Olympics?
She ruptured the Achilles tendon in her left leg during training in April 2024. The injury and subsequent surgery prevented her from defending her Olympic title in Paris.
Does Yulimar Rojas also compete in the long jump?
Yes, Rojas has competed in both the triple jump and long jump, although her major international titles are in the triple jump. Her long-jump personal best is 6.88 meters.
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