Ruth Beitia

High Jumper

Birthday April 1, 1979

Birth Sign Aries

Birthplace Santander, Spain

Age 45 years old

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About

Record-setting high jumper from Spain who is considered one of the best in her country. She has taken home gold medals at events like the European Championships and European Indoor Championships.

Before Fame

She first gained international attention at the World Junior Championships in 1998.

Trivia

Her outdoor best of 2.02 meters and indoor best of 2.01 meters both broke Spanish national records in 2007.

Family Life

Her father was a referee at the 1992 Olympic Games. She has four siblings. 

Associated With

She and Anna Chicherova are both famous female long jumpers.