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The javelin throw is a track and field event where the javelin, a spear about 2.5 m (8 ft 2 in) in length, is thrown as far as possible. The javelin thrower gains momentum by running within a predetermined area. Javelin throwing is an event of both the men's decathlon and the women's heptathlon.
Most throwing sports use a defined field of play (including an area players may throw an object from, and an area where the object should fall) and a specific throwing method. Common one-armed throwing methods include overhand throwing (releasing with the arm above the shoulder) and underarm throwing (releasing with the arm below the shoulder).
The javelin throw at the Summer Olympics is one of four track and field throwing events held at the multi-sport event. The men's javelin throw has been present on the Olympic athletics programme since 1908 , being the last of the current throwing events to feature at the Olympics after the shot put , discus throw and hammer throw .
Today, the javelin is predominantly used for sporting purposes such as the javelin throw. The javelin is nearly always thrown by hand, unlike the sling, bow, and crossbow, which launch projectiles with the aid of a hand-held mechanism. However, devices do exist to assist the javelin thrower in achieving greater distances, such as spear-throwers ...
The javelin throwing area is a sector shape frequently across the Pitch (sports field) in the middle of the stadium, ensuring that the javelin has a minimal chance of causing damage or injury. The discus throw and hammer throw contests begin in a tall metal cage usually situated in one of the corners of the field.
Boys' javelin throw at the 2011 World Youth Championships in Athletics; Venue: Stadium Lille Métropole: Dates: 9 July (qualification) 10 July (final) Competitors: 41: Winning distance: 82.96 PB: Medalists
Girls' javelin throw at the 2011 World Youth Championships in Athletics; Venue: Stadium Lille Métropole: Dates: 6 July (qualification) 7 July (final) Competitors: 32: Winning distance: 59.74 CR: Medalists
Men's javelin throw winners [2] Year Athlete Team Distance 1921 Flint Hanner: Stanford 58.27* 1922 Howard Hoffman: Michigan 61.65* 1923 Harry Frieda: Chicago 58.37* 1924 not held 1925 Philip Northrup: Michigan 61.54* 1926 Philip Northrup: Michigan 61.21* 1927 Doral Pilling (CAN) Utah 60.86* 1928 Lee Bartlett: Albion 66.01* 1929 Jess Mortensen ...