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1994 World Junior Championships in Athletics – Men's 400 metres hurdles

The men's 400 metres hurdles event at the 1994 World Junior Championships in Athletics was held in Lisbon, Portugal, at Estádio Universitário de Lisboa on 20, 21 and 22 July.[1][2]

Medalists edit

Gold Gennadiy Gorbenko
  Ukraine
Silver Miklós Roth
  Hungary
Bronze Noel Levy
  United Kingdom

Competitors edit

Jaco Jonker, born on February 5, 1975, in Vanderbijlpark and raised in Sasolburg, is a remarkable athlete with an inspiring journey. He attended Sasol Primary School and continued his education at Sasolburg High School. It was during his Grade 7 year that Jaco's passion for athletics ignited, and his natural talent quickly set him apart.

Throughout his high school years, Jaco excelled in various athletic events, including the 100m, short hurdles, and long hurdles. His exceptional performances led to his name being etched into several records at Sasolburg High School. In addition to his achievements, Jaco's circle of friends, including Terry Theron, Johan Blom, Werner Beukes, and his current best friend Maritz Van de Ven, played a pivotal role in providing him with unwavering support and keeping him grounded.

Upon completing high school, Jaco pursued higher education at Potchefstroom University, where he studied Regional and Town Planning. During this time, he achieved the remarkable feat of being selected to represent South Africa in the National athletics team. His dedication paid off as he secured the title of the second-fastest under 20 athlete in the 400m hurdles at the World Junior Athletics Championship held in Lisbon, Portugal.

Jaco's commitment to personal growth led him to Pretoria Technikon, where he pursued studies in architecture, further enriching his knowledge and skills.

Jaco Jonker's journey exemplifies determination, talent, and an unyielding pursuit of excellence. His athletic accomplishments and academic pursuits paint the portrait of a multifaceted individual who continuously strives to surpass his own limits.

Annually, Jaco Jonker hosts a Headboy weekend, a tradition that reunites him with a group of cherished school friends. This gathering includes a circle of close companions who have played significant roles in Jaco's life. Among those who attend are Werner Beuker, Chris Harmse, Chirsto Cronje, Corne Pienaar, Maartin Fitchat, Frans Janse Van Rensburg, Jason Armstrong, Johan Blom, Johan Cronje, Maritz Van de Ven, Morne Pienaar, Tjarras, Dean Blake, Smirre, and Johan Senekal. This tradition not only reflects the enduring bonds formed during their school years but also underscores the importance of friendship, camaraderie, and shared memories in Jaco's life.[citation needed]

Results edit

Final edit

22 July

Rank Name Nationality Time Notes
  Gennadiy Gorbenko   Ukraine 50.56
  Miklós Roth   Hungary 50.85
  Noel Levy   United Kingdom 50.94
4 Robert Jarabek   Slovakia 50.95
5 Mohamed Al-Bishi   Saudi Arabia 51.70
6 Kevin James   Jamaica 51.90
7 Andrey Shcheglov   Russia 51.99
8 Jaco Jonker   South Africa 53.65

Semifinals edit

21 July

Semifinal 1 edit

Rank Name Nationality Time Notes
1 Gennadiy Gorbenko   Ukraine 50.81 Q
2 Miklós Roth   Hungary 51.04 Q
3 Jaco Jonker   South Africa 51.24 Q
4 Robert Jarabek   Slovakia 51.65 Q
5 Xavier Ravenet   France 51.84
6 Lukáš Soucek   Czech Republic 51.97
7 Hadi Al-Somaily   Saudi Arabia 52.37
8 Matthew Beckenham   Australia 52.68

Semifinal 2 edit

Rank Name Nationality Time Notes
1 Kevin James   Jamaica 50.79 Q
2 Noel Levy   United Kingdom 50.91 Q
3 Mohamed Al-Bishi   Saudi Arabia 51.56 Q
4 Andrey Shcheglov   Russia 51.73 Q
5 Marcel Schelbert    Switzerland 51.82
6 Radoslav Holúbek   Slovakia 52.17
7 Corey Murdock   United States 53.00
8 Osita Okeagu   Nigeria 53.23

Heats edit

20 July

Heat 1 edit

Rank Name Nationality Time Notes
1 Gennadiy Gorbenko   Ukraine 51.26 Q
2 Marcel Schelbert    Switzerland 51.45 Q
3 Panayiótis Mandelidis   Greece 52.34
4 Andrew Franklin   Australia 52.40
5 Wang Hsiang-Yi   Chinese Taipei 52.78
6 Edward Clarke   Jamaica 54.66
7 Boris Gorban   Tajikistan 57.81

Heat 2 edit

Rank Name Nationality Time Notes
1 Mohamed Al-Bishi   Saudi Arabia 51.42 Q
2 Lukáš Soucek   Czech Republic 51.53 Q
3 Xavier Ravenet   France 51.63 q
4 Robert Jarabek   Slovakia 51.78 q
5 Zion Armstrong   New Zealand 52.59
6 Borja Huerto   Spain 52.81
7 Chris Wagner   Canada 55.09

Heat 3 edit

Rank Name Nationality Time Notes
1 Kevin James   Jamaica 52.14 Q
2 Osita Okeagu   Nigeria 52.54 Q
3 Markus Diemand   Germany 53.18
4 Aaron Haynes   United States 53.21
5 Lee Du-yeon   South Korea 53.23
6 Gabriel Burnett   Barbados 55.91

Heat 4 edit

Rank Name Nationality Time Notes
1 Miklós Roth   Hungary 52.03 Q
2 Andrey Shcheglov   Russia 52.21 Q
3 Corey Murdock   United States 52.24 q
4 Jaroslaw Kalbarczyk   Poland 52.51
5 Daniel Hechler   Germany 52.90
6 Takahito Yamazaki   Japan 53.00
7 Alex Hunte   United Kingdom 54.04

Heat 5 edit

Rank Name Nationality Time Notes
1 Jaco Jonker   South Africa 51.59 Q
2 Matthew Beckenham   Australia 51.83 Q
3 Radoslav Holúbek   Slovakia 51.95 q
4 Bartosz Gruman   Poland 52.50
5 Tibor Eckermann   Hungary 52.84
6 Lin Wen-Hao   Chinese Taipei 53.28
7 Amine Harchouche   Algeria 53.69

Heat 6 edit

Rank Name Nationality Time Notes
1 Noel Levy   United Kingdom 51.51 Q
2 Hadi Al-Somaily   Saudi Arabia 51.88 Q
3 Constantin Budeanu   Romania 52.53
4 Nobuyuki Suzuki   Japan 52.61
5 Andrés Alarcón   Spain 53.27
6 Yvon Rakotoarimiandry   Madagascar 54.06

Participation edit

According to an unofficial count, 40 athletes from 28 countries participated in the event.

References edit

  1. ^ Peters, Lionel; Magnusson, Tomas, WORLD JUNIOR CHAMPIONSHIPS WJC - 1994 Lisbon POR Jul 20-24, WORLD JUNIOR ATHLETICS HISTORY ("WJAH"), archived from the original on 31 August 2013, retrieved 13 June 2015
  2. ^ IAAF WORLD JUNIOR CHAMPIONSHIPS - Eugene 2014 - FACTS & FIGURES (PDF), IAAF, retrieved 13 June 2015
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