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Christian Taylor

United States

Christian Taylor is an acclaimed American track and field athlete, specializing in the triple jump and long jump. A two-time Olympic gold medalist in the triple jump (2012, 2016) and a multiple World Champion, Taylor is renowned for his exceptional athleticism and technique.

Olympic Medals

Gold2

World Championship Medals

Gold2

Personal Bests

100 Metres

10.58

8/1/2020

400 Metres

FBK Games

45.07

6/3/2018

Triple Jump

15th IAAF World Championships

18.21

8/27/2015

200 Metres

20.70

3/30/2013

60 Metres

6.79=

1/15/2011

Major Championships

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The XXXI Olympic Games - Triple Jump

17.86

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The XXX Olympic Games - Triple Jump

17.81

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IAAF World Championships in Athletics - Triple Jump

17.92

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IAAF World Championships - Triple Jump

18.21

Recent Mentions

ACTION IN RUNNING: Olympics Betting Odds Analysis, London Diamond League Recap and more.
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In this episode of the Sweat Elite Podcast, regular hosts recap the latest happenings in endurance running. Henry shares his experience from the sound running LA meet where he raced the 1500m and insights into other major races like the London Diamond League. They discuss the impressive performances by Olympians Keely Hodgkinson and Matthew Hudson-Smith, and upcoming prospects for the Olympic Games. The episode also dives into the complexities of racing strategies, such as the impact of falls during races and preparing for the unexpected. Additionally, they delve into the betting odds for various track events including the 1500m, 800m, 5000m for both men and women, offering insights into potential value bets and the intricacies of the odds-making process in track and field. They wrap up by touching on the air conditioning controversy in the Olympic village and how it might affect the athletes' performances.

Topics:
  • 00:00 Introduction and Welcome
  • 00:15 Henry's Race Recap
  • 02:32 London Diamond League Highlights
  • 07:51 Men's Mile Drama
  • 13:12 400 Meters and Other Highlights
  • 14:08 Podcast Announcements and Sponsorship
  • 15:35 Holloway Invite Recap
  • 18:20 Athing Mu's Performance
  • 22:24 Christian Taylor's Farewell
  • 24:01 Olympic Games Air Conditioning Controversy
  • 26:54 Olympic Village Air Conditioning Controversy
  • 29:02 Upcoming Olympic Events and Betting Odds
  • 30:12 Women's 1500m Betting Analysis
  • 36:23 Men's 1500m Betting Analysis
  • 40:12 Women's 800m Betting Analysis
  • 42:36 Men's 800m Betting Analysis
  • 50:17 Women's 5000m Betting Analysis
  • 52:38 Men's 5000m Betting Analysis
  • 55:55 Conclusion and Upcoming Coverage
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This Week In Track and Field: Keely Hodgkinson Goes 1:54.61 For No. 6 All-Time; Is Noah Lyles The 100m Favorite After A 9.81 PB; USA 4x400m Relay Controversy + Thoughts On ESPN's Top 100 Athletes List
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This year’s edition of the world’s biggest one-day athletics event did not disappoint in the slightest. The London Athletics Meet featured a loaded program for the last major professional event before all the action gets underway in Paris 10 days from now, and practically every event exceeded expectations.

Plus: Paul Hof-Mahoney gives us a rundown of the biggest performances he witnessed at the Mike Holloway Pro Classic, including Christian Taylor's final jump. Lastly, we get some thoughts off our chest from ESPN's Top 100 Athletes list.

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Host: Paul Hof-Mahoney | @pauliethrows on Instagram

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2024 Holloway Pro Classic
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2024 Holloway Pro Classic

Total Running Productions

9 months ago

The 2024 Holloway Pro Classic features many of the world's best athletes including Erriyon Knighton, Trevor Bassic, Masai Russell, Athing Mu, Trayvon Bromell, Anna Hall, Joseph Fahnbulleh, McKenzie Long, Christian Taylor, Kyree King, Julien Forte, Dalilah Muhammad, Keni Harrison, Tobi Amusan, Robert Dunning, Favour Ofili, English Garnder, Clayton Murphy, Addy Wiley, Matthew Boling, Quincy Wilson, Travor Bassitt, Josephus Lyles, and Robert Gregory. Stay tuned for greatness.

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Episode 271: Christian Taylor – 2X Olympic Champion, 4X World Champion, President of the Athletics Association
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Christian Taylor is a Triple Jumper! He is a 2xOlympic Champion, 4xWorld Champion, 7x Diamond League Champion. Most recently Christian founded the Athletics Association, “An independent body that will protect and advance the future of Athletics by unifying and defending the voice of elite Track and Field athletes worldwide – ensuring that they are at ... more »
BONUS: Athletics LLC EP10 'Double Down'-June 12, 2020
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In this episode of Athletics LLC, we welcome Christian Taylor!  The HUMBLE Olympic triple jumper joins the guys for some conversation about Tokyo 2021, the imbalance that exists in the horizontal jumps and his group, Athletics Association.  After, the guys reveal their opinions on the KING of the 100m collegiate and professional, all time.  Tune in to see what else the gang is bantering over this week!

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Episode 16 - Lockdown around the world with special guests
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Paralympian Dan Greaves and Olympian Martyn Rooney chat athletics.  There's life under lockdown and their aims for the year without competition.

There's training talk, parenting and thoughts on 2020 life,

And the boys find out about lockdown around the world with  special guests, Christian Taylor, the double Olympic Triple Jump Champion from the USA.  High Performance Coach Benke Blumquist in Sweden.  And Ryan Gregson, the Australian 1500m record holder.

 

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2018 U.S. Outdoor Track and Field Championships Preview (ft. Kevin Liao)
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Chris Chavez and Kevin Liao preview the 2018 U.S. Outdoor Track and Field Championships before heading out to Des Moines, Iowa to bring you all the latest from Drake Stadium. CITIUS MAG will have boots on the ground with Chris, Kevin, Nicole Bush, Scott Olberding, Pat Price, Ryan Sterner and Jason Suarez on-hand to cover all the action. On this episode of the podcast, Chris and Kevin run through all the intriguing match-ups including: - Looking back at the last time the U.S. Championships were held in Des Moines and where some of those champions are now - The impact of some missing stars like Christian Coleman, Allyson Felix, Tori Bowie and others - Shelby Houlihan vs. Jenny Simpson in the 1,500 meters - Drew Hunter on the rise vs. Olympic champion Matthew Centrowitz - Who can beat Paul Chelimo? - And more... In the last part of the show, Chris and Kevin spitball some sprinting over/unders: Norman in 200 (o/u 19.88) McLaughlin in open 400 (o/u 49.90) Christian Taylor 400 (o/u 45.07) Plus some ideas on where Sydney McLaughlin will sign. You can catch the latest episode of the podcast on iTunes so subscribe and leave a five-star review. We are also now on Stitcher and now Google Play! If you enjoy this podcast, check out the other shows on the CITIUS MAG Podcast Network including the 1609 Podcast, Price of a Mile, Running Things Considered and more. Long live CITIUS MAG. If you want the site and podcast to continue going strong, please consider pledging any dollar amount monthly to show your love and support for what we do. Any amount is greatly appreciated. Your help will feed the bloggers. Visit Patreon.com/CITIUSMAG today.
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