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About Javier Sotomayor
A leading high jumper of the 1990s, the retired Cuban athlete is a two-time IAAF World Championships gold medallist. He held the world record for highest jumper as of 2020.
Early Life
Born in Matanzas Province, Cuba, he first received training in basketball at a sports school in Cuba.
Career Facts
He was in his mid-teens when he gained national acclaim for setting a new world record by clearing 2.33 metres. He reached another milestone six years later at the Central American and Caribbean Championships held in San Juan. At that event, he eclipsed the 2.44-metre mark. The 1992 Barcelona Summer Olympic Games witnessed another win for him as he received the gold medal.
Family
He got engaged to Amaya Gonzalez. He has 5 children.
Award
He received the Prince of Asturias Award for Sports in 1993.
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F.A.Q. about Javier Sotomayor
When is his birthday?
Javier Sotomayor's birthday is on October 13, 1967.
In how many days is his birthday?
Javier's birthday is in 211 days
How old is he?
He is 57 years old.
Where is Javier from?
He was born in Limonar, Matanzas, Cuba.
What is Javier Sotomayor's height?
He is 6′ 4″ (1.93m) tall.