Which of these records did Owens set at the 1935 Big Ten track meet?
High jump
Pole vault
Long jump
Discus throw
Answer
Long jump was the record Owens set at the 1935 Big Ten track meet. Owens's leap of 26 feet 8 1/4 inches (8.13 meters) broke the previous record by more than a foot and set a new world record. This remarkable achievement showcased Owens's exceptional athleticism and cemented his status as one of the greatest track and field athletes of all time.
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