Denise Thiémard

Denise Thiémard (born 24 March 1960 in Orsonnens) is a retired Swiss javelin thrower. Her personal best throw was 64.04 metres with the old javelin type, achieved in July 1987 in Oslo.[1]

She finished twelfth at the 1986 European Championships and ninth at the 1988 Olympic Games. She became Swiss champion in 1983 and the years 1985-1992.[2]

Representing the Nebraska Cornhuskers track and field team, Thiémard won the 1983 NCAA Division I Outdoor Track and Field Championships in the javelin.[3]

Achievements

Year Competition Venue Position Notes
Representing  Switzerland
1988 Olympic Games Seoul, South Korea 9th 58.54 m

References

  1. ^ World women's all-time best javelin (old type) - last updated 2001
  2. ^ Swiss championships - GBR Athletics
  3. ^ Athletics, Nebraska (2023-06-09). "Two Huskers win gold at NCAA Outdoor Championships". 1011now.com. Retrieved 2024-05-17.