Venue White City Stadium Competitors 32 from 9 nations | Date July 22 | |
The men's long jump was one of six jumping events on the Athletics at the 1908 Summer Olympics programme in London. The competition was held on July 22, 1908.
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Records
These are the standing world and Olympic records (in metres) prior to the 1908 Summer Olympics.
Frank Irons set two Olympic records. At first he jumped 7.44 metres and finally he set the new Olympic record with 7.48 metres.
Results
All jumpers performed three jumps. The best three made another three attempts to improve their marks. Best marks are known for the top six jumpers, placing for the top twenty, and no information about marks or placement for the bottom twelve.
References
Athletics at the 1908 Summer Olympics – Men's long jump Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA