Jared Tallent

Australian race walker Olympic medalist

Jared Tallent - Australian race walker Olympic medalist
Born

October 17th, 1984
40 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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Born in 1984, this athlete specializes in race walking and has represented Australia in multiple international competitions. Achievements include winning a bronze medal in the 20 km race walk at the Beijing 2008 Olympics, a silver medal at the London 2012 Olympics, and a gold medal in the 50 km race walk at the 2016 Rio Olympics. Additionally, this athlete competed in various World Championships, consistently placing on the podium and securing a reputation in the sport for both endurance and skill.

Bronze medalist in 20 km race walk at Beijing 2008

Silver medalist in 20 km race walk at London 2012

Gold medalist in 50 km race walk at Rio 2016

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