Joyner-Kersee wins Olympic gold in the women’s long jump with a leap of 7.40 m, setting an Olympic record.
On September 29, 1988, Jackie Joyner-Kersee achieved another milestone at the Seoul Olympics by winning the gold medal in the women's long jump, achieving a distance of 7.40 meters. This incredible jump set a new Olympic record and reaffirmed her dominant standing in athletics. Her success in the long jump, coupled with her triumph in the heptathlon, represented a monumental achievement in Olympic history, highlighting her versatility and athleticism.