Yukifumi Murakami
Javelin thrower; 2004 Olympic competitor
Born
December 23rd, 1979
45 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Japan
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Competed in athletics as a javelin thrower representing Japan. Achieved a personal best throw of 83.24 meters in 2006, which ranked among the top throws globally. Participated in the 2004 Summer Olympics in Athens, where he represented Japan in the men's javelin event. Concurrently competed in various international competitions, including the World Championships and Asian Games.
Competed in the 2004 Summer Olympics
Achieved a personal best throw of 83.24 meters
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