Will Claye

American track and field jumper

Will Claye - American track and field jumper
Born

June 13th, 1991
34 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Claye specialized in the triple jump and long jump disciplines in track and field. He earned a bronze medal in the triple jump at the 2012 London Olympics. At the 2016 Rio Olympics, Claye won a silver medal in the triple jump and also competed in the long jump. Claye has achieved multiple national championships and set personal bests in both jumping events, establishing himself as one of the top competitors in his field.

Bronze medal in triple jump at 2012 Olympics

Silver medal in triple jump at 2016 Olympics

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