Heike Drechsler
Athletics
Germany
Overview
Heike Drechsler is a German track and field athlete who specialized in the long jump and sprint events. She won two Olympic gold medals in the long jump, in 1992 and 2000, and set numerous world records in the event. Drechsler also excelled in the sprints, winning multiple European and World Championship titles. Her versatility and longevity in the sport have made her one of the most successful female track and field athletes of all time.
• Olympic Gold Medals: 2 (1992 Barcelona, 2000 Sydney - Long Jump)
• World Championships Gold Medals: 2
• European Championships: Multiple Gold Medals
• Inducted into the IAAF Hall of Fame
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