Al Joyner of the United States with a jump of 17.26 meters (56 feet, 7 1/2 inches).
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In 1984 only men competed in the triple jump. The Olympic Games were won by Al Joyner (USA) who jumped 17.26m. Joyner was married to Florence Griffith-Joyner and is the brother of Jackie Joyner-Kersee.
Track and Field, Men's Triple Jump in 1896.
James Brendan Connolly became the first Olympic champion in 1527 years when he won the gold medal in the triple jump(hop,step and jump)at the 1896 Olympics in Athens.He won the silver medal in the same event ,four years later in Paris.
Mary Lou Retton won the Gold All around in 1984.
The United States was awarded the most medals.