A comprehensive look at the Olympic triple jump.
Pole vaulter Brad Walker hopes to continue U.S. dominance (17 Olympic championships) in his event at the Beijing Games, while several other American jumpers should contend for Olympic glory in 2008.
What are former Olympic jumpers doing today?
The Men's triple jump Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medal Winners from the Olympic Games
The Women’s triple jump Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medal Winners from the Olympic Games.
Originally called the “hop, step and jump” – which more accurately describes this event – the triple jump is less glamorous than its better-known cousin, the long jump. But with its combination of speed and strength plus the importance of consistent striding and sound technique, this event – by whatever name – takes a back seat to none in terms of athleticism.
Greatest controversy in Olympic triple jump history.
Rules for the Olympic triple jump
What is Olympic Triple Jump? Often overshadowed by its athletic cousin, the more-glamorous long jump, the men’s triple jump has a noble Olympic history dating to the first modern Games in 1896, although it took 100 more years to become a women’s Olympic event.
Results of the 2008 Olympic men's and women's triple jump.
