Martyn Bernard

English High Jumper; 2009 World Champion

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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