Steve Backley
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | British (English) |
| Born | 12 February 1969 Sidcup, England |
| Years active | 1989–2004 |
| Height | 1.95 m (6 ft 5 in) |
| Weight | 102 kg (225 lb) |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Track and field |
Event | Javelin throw |
| Club | Cambridge Harriers |
| Achievements and titles | |
| Regional finals |
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| Personal bests | NR 91.46 m (1992) |
Medal record | |
| Updated on 10 February 2014 | |
Stephen James Backley, OBE (born 12 February 1969) is an English retired track and field athlete who competed in the javelin throw. He formerly held the world record, and his 91.46-metre (300.1 ft) throw from 1992 is the British record. During his career, he was a firm fixture in the British national athletics team. He won four gold medals at the European Championships, three Commonwealth Games gold medals, two silvers and a bronze at the Olympic Games, and two silvers at the World Championships. Currently, he is an occasional commentator for athletics competitions, especially the field events.