John Powell (athlete)

John Gates Powell ( born June 25, 1947 in San Francisco ) is a former American track and field athlete. John Powell, in 1975, a world record in the discus throw at his best jump of 71.26 m from the year 1984.

Achievements

  • Fourth with 62.82 m Olympic Games in 1972
  • First with 62.36 meters in 1975 Pan American Games
  • Third with 65,70 m 1976 Olympic Games
  • Third with 65.46 meters Olympics 1984
  • Second with 66.22 m 1987 World Championships

John Powell was a seven-time U.S. champion in the discus throw: 1974, 1975, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987

1987 World Championships in Athletics
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