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(Latvian Track and Field Athlete Who Competed in Javelin Throw) Jānis Lūsis, a renowned Latvian track and field athlete, excelled in javelin throw. He represented the USSR in four Summer Olympics, securing bronze in 1964, gold in 1968, and silver in 1972. Lūsis achieved world records in javelin throw, notably throwing 91.68 m in 1968 and 93.80 m in 1972. A 4-time European champion, he was honored as the greatest javelin thrower in history by the IAAF. Following his retirement from competition, Lūsis transitioned into coaching athletics and received numerous prestigious awards for his significant contributions to sports.
