Funmi Jimoh facts for kids
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| Personal information | |
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| Born | 29 May 1984 (age 41) Seattle, Washington, U.S. |
| Height | 1.73 metres (5 ft 8 in) |
| Weight | 59 kilograms (130 lb) |
| Sport | |
| Country |  United States |
| Achievements and titles | |
| Personal best(s) | Long Jump 6.96 m (2009) |
Funmi Jimoh, whose full name is Oluwafunmilayo Kemi Jimoh, is an American athlete. She is best known for her amazing skills in the long jump. Funmi was born in Seattle, Washington, on May 29, 1984. She has competed in many big events, including the 2008 Summer Olympics.
Before becoming a professional athlete, Funmi went to Rice University. While there, she competed in both the long jump and sprinting events. One of her sprinting events was the 100-meter hurdles.
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Funmi Jimoh's Olympic Journey
In July 2008, Funmi showed her incredible talent. She jumped 6.72 meters (about 22 feet) at the U.S. Olympic Trials. This event took place in Eugene, Oregon. Her impressive jump helped her qualify for the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing.
At the Olympics, Funmi competed in the women's long jump. In the first round, she jumped 6.61 meters. This jump was good enough to get her into the final competition. In the final round, Funmi placed eleventh. Her best jump in the final was 6.29 meters.
World Championships Highlights
Funmi also competed in several World Championships. These are major international competitions for athletes.
2009 World Championships
At the 2009 World Championships in Berlin, Funmi jumped 6.34 meters. This placed her 21st in the qualifying round. She did not make it to the final competition that year.
Later World Championships
Funmi continued to compete at the highest level. She placed 12th at the 2011 World Championships. Two years later, in 2013, she placed 13th.
Personal Best and Top Jumps
Funmi Jimoh's personal best jump is 6.96 meters. This is the longest distance she has ever jumped in a competition. She achieved this amazing feat in Doha on May 8, 2009.
She consistently jumped well over the years. Here are some of her best jumps each season:
- 2015: 6.72 meters
- 2014: 6.81 meters
- 2013: 6.92 meters
- 2012: 6.82 meters
- 2011: 6.88 meters
- 2010: 6.81 meters
- 2009: 6.96 meters (her personal best)
- 2008: 6.91 meters
