Women's High Jump World Record Progression
From Humble Beginnings to Soaring Heights
The women's high jump world record has come a long way since its humble beginnings in the early 1900s. Today, the record stands at an astonishing 2.09 meters (6 feet 10.5 inches), a testament to the incredible athleticism and dedication of the women who have pushed the boundaries of this sport.
The first official women's high jump world record was set in 1922 by Dorothy Dunning of the United States, who cleared 1.58 meters (5 feet 2 inches). In the decades that followed, the record was slowly and steadily raised by a succession of remarkable women, including Ethel Catherwood, Eleanor Murray, Dorothy Odam, and Iolanda Balaș.
In 1971, Ulrike Meyfarth of West Germany became the first woman to clear 2 meters (6 feet 6.75 inches), a barrier that had been thought to be insurmountable. Meyfarth's record stood for nearly a decade until it was broken by Stefka Kostadinova of Bulgaria in 1987. Kostadinova's jump of 2.09 meters (6 feet 10.5 inches) remains the women's high jump world record to this day.
The Women Who Soared
The women who have held the women's high jump world record over the years have been a diverse group, representing countries from all over the world. Some, like Dorothy Dunning, were pioneers who paved the way for future generations. Others, like Ulrike Meyfarth and Stefka Kostadinova, were superstars who dominated the sport for years.
Each of these women has made their own unique contribution to the history of women's high jump, and their records will continue to inspire and motivate athletes for years to come.
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