Martyn Bernard
English High Jumper; 2009 World Champion
Born
December 15th, 1984
40 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United Kingdom
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Competed in high jump, achieving significant success in international competitions. Represented Great Britain in various championships. Won the gold medal at the 2009 World Championships in Athletics held in Berlin. Competed in the 2012 London Olympics, finishing in the qualifying rounds. Recorded personal best jumps of 2.34 meters outdoors and 2.30 meters indoors.
Won gold at the 2009 World Championships
Competed in the 2012 London Olympics
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