Tony Jarrett

Hurdler

Birthday August 13, 1968

Birth Sign Leo

Birthplace Enfield, England

Age 56 years old

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About

Former Olympic hurdler and gold medalist known for competing in the Men's 110-meter hurdles as well as the 60-meter hurdle and the 4x100-meter relay. During his professional career, he raced in the 1988, 1992 and 2000 Summer Olympics. He was a member of the British men's national team. 

Before Fame

In 1988, he finished sixth place in the men's 110m hurdles during that year's Summer Olympics in Seoul, South Korea. He was just 22-years old at the time.

Trivia

He earned his first gold medal at the 1990 Commonwealth Games in Auckland, New Zealand. He and his teammates won the men's 4x100m relay. 

Family Life

He grew up living with his family in the Enfield, England area. He has a son named Noah and a daughter named Gab.

Associated With

His career was often overshadowed by fellow hurdler Colin Jackson, who beat him numerous times including twice at the Commonwealth Games.