Next years Olympics in London are getting closer and closer, so to mark the event, England long jump champion J.J. Jegede took it upon himself to do something truly great, as he successfully cleared there MINI London 2012 Editions with relative ease.
The jump took place at Potter’s Field, London, which makes for some really spectacular shots if you ask us.
In case you wore wondering, the cars measure six meters when put side by side, but a world-class athlete in optimum condition should jump between seven and eight meters. Big given the fact that the landing was tricky and the athlete was under a lot of pressure, it must have been a monumental task.
“When you watch athletics on TV it’s hard to really understand just how far professional athletes can jump. I’ve always wanted to demonstrate my ability in a fun way, so I jumped at the chance to perform an Evel Knievel-style display. It is my ultimate dream to compete at London 2012. I spend much of my spare time working with young people to get them involved in sport too, but I certainly advise any budding athletes not to try this one at home,” J.J. Jegede said.
“This has been a fantastic celebration of world-class talent, an extraordinary feat and a special treat for the fans. Having performed on the world stage myself I know how nerve-wracking it feels before a big performance, but in these extraordinary conditions I can’t imagine what J.J. was feeling,” said British Olympian Steve Backley, who hosted the proceedings.
In case you wore wondering, the cars measure six meters when put side by side, but a world-class athlete in optimum condition should jump between seven and eight meters. Big given the fact that the landing was tricky and the athlete was under a lot of pressure, it must have been a monumental task.
“When you watch athletics on TV it’s hard to really understand just how far professional athletes can jump. I’ve always wanted to demonstrate my ability in a fun way, so I jumped at the chance to perform an Evel Knievel-style display. It is my ultimate dream to compete at London 2012. I spend much of my spare time working with young people to get them involved in sport too, but I certainly advise any budding athletes not to try this one at home,” J.J. Jegede said.
“This has been a fantastic celebration of world-class talent, an extraordinary feat and a special treat for the fans. Having performed on the world stage myself I know how nerve-wracking it feels before a big performance, but in these extraordinary conditions I can’t imagine what J.J. was feeling,” said British Olympian Steve Backley, who hosted the proceedings.
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