Less than a month before the opening of the 2024 Paris Olympics, Cuban triple jumper Jordan Díaz continues to showcase his exceptional form, shining once again at the Spanish National Athletics Championships.
Now a Spanish national, Díaz achieved a remarkable distance of 17.71 meters, yet another testament to his prowess following his triumph three weeks ago at the continental event, where he posted one of the best results in history.
In addition to his winning leap, the 23-year-old recorded two other jumps exceeding 17 meters: 17.32 and 17.50, both of which would have also secured him the gold medal, according to Marca newspaper.
During the European competition, Díaz reached an astounding 18.18 meters, setting both Spanish and continental records and achieving the third-best mark of all time, falling just 11 centimeters short of the world record held by Britain's Jonathan Edwards.
The historical rankings now stand as follows: Jonathan Edwards (18.29 meters), American Christian Taylor (18.21 meters), and Jordan Díaz, originally from Havana and trained by fellow Cuban legend Iván Pedroso.
However, the competition was fiercely contested, with Cuban-born Portuguese athlete Pedro Pablo Pichardo landing a jump of 18.04 meters to claim the silver medal, clearly demonstrating his ambitions for the upcoming Olympic Games in Paris.
Additionally, at the Spanish Championships held at the Camilo Cano Olympic Stadium in La Nucía (Alicante), another Cuban-born athlete turned Spanish national, Yulenmis Aguilar, won her first national title in the javelin throw and has her sights set on the upcoming Olympics.
FAQs about Jordan Díaz and the Spanish Championships
Here are some frequently asked questions about Jordan Díaz's performance at the Spanish National Athletics Championships and his preparation for the 2024 Paris Olympics.
What distance did Jordan Díaz achieve at the Spanish National Athletics Championships?
Jordan Díaz achieved a remarkable distance of 17.71 meters.
What records did Jordan Díaz set during the European competition?
Díaz set Spanish and continental records with a jump of 18.18 meters, the third-best mark of all time.
Who holds the world record in the triple jump?
The world record in the triple jump is held by Britain's Jonathan Edwards, with a distance of 18.29 meters.