The highest javelin throw, marked by power and precision, stands as a testament to athletic prowess and relentless determination.
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The world record holder, Jan Zelezny, remains unmatched with his legendary 98.48m throw set in 1996.
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Germany’s Johannes Vetter holds the second-best throw in history at 97.76m, achieved in 2020.
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Olympic champion Thomas Röhler secured his place among the greats with a stunning 93.90m throw in 2017.
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Finland's Aki Parviainen threw a remarkable 93.09m in 1999, demonstrating the nation’s strong javelin.
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Grenadian athlete Anderson Peters delivered a 93.03m throw in 2022, showcasing his exceptional talent
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Kenya’s Julius Yego, also known as the “YouTube Man,” reached a distance of 92.72m in 2015.
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Arshad Nadeem of Pakistan made history at the Paris 2024 Olympics with a 92.97m throw.
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Russian athlete Sergey Makarov threw 92.61m in 2002, marking a career record in his life.
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Raymond Hecht of Germany achieved a 92.60m throw in 1995, reflecting the dominance of German athletes.
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Greek athlete Konstantinos Gatsioudis rounds out the top 10 with a 91.69m throw, set in 2000.