Phillips Idowu

Quick Facts

Full Name	Phillips Idowu
Occupation	Triple Jumper
Date Of Birth	Dec 30, 1978(1978-12-30)
Age	46
Birthplace	England
Country	United Kingdom
Birth City	England
Horoscope	Capricorn

Phillips Idowu Biography

Phillips Idowu is one of the most popular and richest Triple Jumper who was born on December 30, 1978 in England, England, United Kingdom. British triple jumper known for his colorful personality who took silver at the 2008 Beijing Olympics and has won gold in the 2009 World Championships, 2010 European Championships, and the 2006 Commonwealth Games.

In 2013, he joined comedian Jack Dee and other British celebrities in “Through Hell and High Water,” a canoeing challenge to raise money for charity.

Idowu grew up in Hackney, and was a talented sportsman at school in both basketball and American football, yet he was most successful as a junior in athletics. In 1997 he came to attention as a triple jumper when he won the English Schools Championships and the under-20s AAA title, rounding off the year by coming fourth in the European Junior Championships.

Idowu’s success continued in 2000, when he was ranked in the top 10 triple jumpers in the world and placed sixth in the 2000 Olympic Games. In 2001 he won the European Cup, though later that year his form was found wanting at the World Championships in Edmonton. His first major international medal came when he won silver at the 2002 Commonwealth Games, setting a new personal best of 17.68 metres but losing to world record holder and compatriot Jonathan Edwards. Later in 2002 he placed 5th in the European Championships.

He has two children, Prince and D’Karma.

Phillips Idowu Net Worth

Phillips Idowu is one of the richest Triple Jumper from United Kingdom. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Phillips Idowu 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He grew up in Hackney, a borough in London.

He battled injuries in 2012 and was unable to qualify for the Olympics, which were in his hometown of London that year.

Phillips Olaosebikan Idowu, MBE (born 30 December 1978) is a British athlete who specialises in the triple jump. He is a former World Outdoor and Indoor, European Outdoor and Indoor, and Commonwealth triple jump champion. He was also a silver medalist at the 2008 Summer Olympics. Idowu is a member of the London-based Belgrave Harriers athletics club and has been for much of his career.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Phillips Idowu height 6 ft 6 in Phillips weight 192  lbs & body measurements will update soon.

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Idowu took silver in the men’s triple jump at the 2008 Beijing Olympics behind World Champion Nelson Évora after arriving at the games as the favourite. His best jump was 17.62 m, achieved in the third round. In an interview with Reuters, Idowu expressed disappointment at having won only silver, though he displayed good humour and also looked forward to the next Olympics in London.

Facts & Trivia

Phillips Ranked on the list of most popular Triple Jumper. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United Kingdom. Phillips Idowu celebrates birthday on December 30 of every year.

On 9 March 2008, Idowu won his first world title, taking the gold medal at the 2008 IAAF World Indoor Championships in Valencia, Spain. His jump of 17.75 m also broke the British and Commonwealth Indoor record previously held by his compatriot and former adversary Jonathan Edwards, who presented him with his medal at the ceremony. Despite his successes at the Indoor Championships and Commonwealth Games, Idowu decided to change coach, switching from John Herbert to 1982 Commonwealth Games medalist Aston Moore. Reflecting on his choice, Idowu stated: “now is the right time to make a change as I develop and move forward”.

Top Facts about Phillips Idowu

1. Phillips Idowu is a retired British triple jumper.
2. He was born on December 30, 1978 in London, England.
3. Idowu won silver at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
4. He also won gold at the 2010 Commonwealth Games.
5. His personal best jump is 17.81 meters.
6. Idowu has suffered from injuries throughout his career.
7. He retired in 2014 due to ongoing injury problems.
8. Idowu has been involved in fashion and music ventures post-retirement.
9. He was known for his distinctive hairstyles and flamboyant personality.
10. Idowu represented Great Britain at multiple international competitions including World Championships and European Championships.