Valentin Dzhonev
Biographical information
| Roles | Competed in Olympic Games |
|---|---|
| Sex | Male |
| Full name | Valentin•Dzhonev |
| Used name | Valentin•Dzhonev |
| Original name | Валентин•Джонев |
| Born | 20 June 1952 in Kyustendil, Kyustendil (BUL) |
| Died | 12 September 2015 |
| Measurements | 181 cm / 90 kg |
| NOC |  Bulgaria |
Biography
Valentin Dzhonev was a javelin thrower who on 18 May 1974 became the first Bulgarian to surpass 80 metrres, when he threw 81.50. He later set two further Bulgarian records, leaving the mark at 84.00 metres. Dzhonev was Bulgarian Champion in 1974, 1976, 1978, and 1980, and was Balkan Champion in 1975 and 1977. In 1977 he won a bronze medal at the Universiade. Dzhonev competed for Levski-Spartak.
Personal Best: JT – 84.00 (1976).
Results
| Games | Discipline (Sport) / Event | NOC / Team | Pos | Medal | As | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 Summer Olympics | Athletics | BUL |
Valentin Dzhonev | |||
| Javelin Throw, Men (Olympic) | 14 |
Special Notes
- Listed in Olympians Who Won a Medal at the Summer Universiade (0–0–1 1977 Sofia ATH bronze: javelin throw)