Jhon Jarrín
Biographical information
| Roles | Competed in Olympic Games |
|---|---|
| Sex | Male |
| Full name | Jhon•Jarrín |
| Used name | Jhon•Jarrín |
| Born | 21 December 1961 in Guamote, Chimborazo (ECU) |
| Died | 8 March 2021 in Cuenca, Azuay (ECU) |
| Measurements | 170 cm / 62 kg |
| NOC |  Ecuador |
Biography
Jhon Jarrin was a track cyclist who raced the individual and team pursuit at the 1980 Moskva Olympics. During his career he won titles at the South American Championships, Bolivarian Games, and Pan American Championships. At the 1985 Bolivarian Games, Jarrin lit the torch at the Opening Ceremony along with footballer Arturo Cárdenas. As he got older Jarrin continued competing in masters competition.
Results
| Games | Discipline (Sport) / Event | NOC / Team | Pos | Medal | As | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 Summer Olympics | Cycling Track (Cycling) | ECU |
Jhon Jarrín | |||
| Individual Pursuit, 4,000 metres, Men (Olympic) | 14 | |||||
| Team Pursuit, 4,000 metres, Men (Olympic) | Ecuador | 13 |
Special Notes
- Listed in Olympians Who Died in Motor Vehicle Accidents (Boat/Car/Motorcycle/Train) (Died when his bicycle was hit by a car.)