Olympics Long Jump - Betting Odds, Event Details, History and Records

Date: 2024.08.06 - Event Final
Contest: OLYMPICS
Location: Paris, France


The Long Jump is a key event in Olympic track and field, where athletes run down a runway and jump as far as possible from a take-off point into a sandpit.

This event dates back to the ancient Greek Olympics, where it was part of the pentathlon. It has been included in the modern Olympic Games since 1896 for men and 1948 for women.

Athletes sprint down a 40-meter runway and must take off from a board positioned a set distance from the landing area. The jump is measured from the take-off point to the nearest mark made in the sand by any part of the body, recorded in meters and centimeters. If an athlete steps beyond the take-off line, the jump is considered a foul and does not count.


2024 Olympics Long Jump Winners:

MMiltiadis Tentoglou - 8.48m
Wayne Pinnock - 8.36m
Mattia Furlani - 8.34m


2024 Olympics Long Jump Betting Odds:

This is what the odds looked like in the Men category leading up to the event.

Source: Bet365
Time Stamp: July 23rd, 2024 6:11 pm EST
Odds Subject to Change

MMiltiadis Tentoglou -286
Carey McLeod +1100
Mattia Furlani +1100
Wayne Pinnock +1400
Simon Ehammer +1600
Tajay Gayle +1800
Lester Lescay +2000
Yuki Hashioka +3300
Jianan Wang +3300
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The men's Olympic record is 8.90 meters, set by Bob Beamon of the USA in 1968, often called the "perfect jump." The women's Olympic record is 7.40 meters, set by Jackie Joyner-Kersee of the USA in 1988. Notable long jumpers include Carl Lewis (USA), Mike Powell (USA), Heike Drechsler (Germany), and Ivana Spanovic (Serbia).


Competition Format:

Athletes compete in qualifying rounds to secure a spot in the final. The top 12 athletes, or all those who meet a set qualifying standard, advance to the final, where each gets six jumps. The best jump from these attempts determines the final standings.

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The Long Jump is a captivating event in the Olympic track and field program, showcasing the athleticism and skill of competitors from around the world.



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