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Who was the first male javelin thrower to win in all three major categories?

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  • Sergey Makarov

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  • Andreas Thorkildsen

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Andreas Thorkildsen, a Norwegian track and field athlete, achieved an unprecedented feat in javelin throw. He secured victories in the three most prestigious javelin competitions: the Olympic Games (2004, 2008), the World Athletics Championships (2009), and the European Athletics Championships (2006, 2010). This remarkable accomplishment solidified his status as a legendary figure in the sport.
Andreas Thorkildsen: Champion of the Javelin

Andreas Thorkildsen: Champion of the Javelin

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