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Yulimar Rojas

Venezuelan Athlete

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Team

Retired

DOB

October 21, 1995

Height / Weight

192 cm (6 ft 4 in) /n 68 kg (150 lbs)

Achievements

Olympic Gold 2020

Summary

Yulimar Rojas is a Venezuelan professional track and field athlete, born on October 21, 1995, in Caracas, Venezuela. She is widely regarded as one of the greatest triple jumpers of all time. Rojas began her professional career in athletics in Venezuela, before moving on to compete internationally, where she has won multiple titles, including two World Championships and the Olympic gold.

Rojas is known for her incredible speed, strength, jumping ability, and versatility. She has won numerous individual awards, and holds multiple records, such as the world record in women's triple jump.

Off the field, Rojas is also recognized for her philanthropy and influence, making significant charitable contributions and inspiring millions worldwide.

Career

Venezuelan Athletics

  • Youth and Early Career: Rojas was born and raised in Caracas and began her athletics career in Venezuela. She made her international debut for Venezuela in 2013.

World Championships

  • Early Success: Rojas achieved her first major success at the 2016 World Indoor Championships, where she won the gold medal in triple jump. She also won the World Championships in 2017 and 2019.

Olympic Games

  • Record-breaking Performance: In 2020, Rojas won the Olympic gold medal in triple jump, setting a new world record in the process.

Continuing Success

  • Consistent Performances: Rojas has consistently been one of the top performers in triple jump, winning numerous titles and setting multiple records.
International Career

Venezuela National Team

  • Debut: Made her debut for Venezuela in 2013.

Achievements:

  • World Championships: Winner in 2017 and 2019.
  • Olympic Games: Gold medalist in 2020.
  • Rojas holds the world record in women's triple jump.
Style of Play
  • Event: Primarily competes in triple jump, but also excels in long jump.
  • Skills: Known for her incredible speed, strength, jumping ability, and versatility. Rojas is celebrated for her powerful jumps and consistency.
Personal Life
  • Family: Rojas is very close to her family, who have been supportive of her athletics career.
  • Philanthropy: Rojas is involved in various charitable activities and has made significant contributions to community development and sports initiatives in Venezuela.
Legacy
  • Yulimar Rojas is celebrated not only for her extraordinary talent and numerous records but also for her work ethic, determination, and longevity in professional athletics. Her impact on the sport and her status as an icon extend beyond the field, inspiring millions of fans around the world.
Awards and Recognition

World Record in Women's Triple Jump:

  • 15.67 meters

Most Medals in World Championships:

  • Two gold medals

Olympic Gold Medal:

  • Gold medalist in triple jump at the 2020 Olympic Games
References

Books

  • No biographies at this time.

Websites

  • IAAF: Information about Yulimar Rojas’s international career and achievements. Available at: https://www.iaaf.org
  • Olympic Games: Details about Rojas’s career at the Olympic Games. Available at: https://www.olympic.org

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Interviews and Documentaries

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Full name
Yulimar Andrea Rojas Rodriguez
Born
1995-10-21
Place of birth
Anzoátegui, Venezuela
Position(s)
Triple Jump
Current team
Retired
Youth career
2010 - 2013 Anzoátegui Athletics
Senior career
2013 - 2021 Venezuela National Team
International career
2016 - 2021 Venezuela National Team
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