Fiona May
Long jumper; World Champion title
Competed in long jump events, representing England and Italy. Achieved significant recognition in international athletics. Won gold medals at the 1994 European Championships and 1995 World Championships. Participated in multiple Olympic Games, reaching the final stages in the 1996 and 2000 Summer Olympics. Accumulated a series of other national and international titles throughout an extensive career in athletics.
Won gold medal at the 1995 World Championships
Secured gold at the 1994 European Championships
Competed in the 1996 and 2000 Summer Olympics
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