German Multi Event Athlete Achieves Historic Milestone

Leo Neugebauer: German Decathlon Star Breaks National Record

German Multi-Event Athlete Achieves Historic Milestone

Leo Neugebauer shatters the German decathlon record, becoming the new titleholder after 39 years.

In a thrilling display of athleticism, Leo Neugebauer, a German multi-event track and field athlete, has broken the long-standing German decathlon record, eclipsing the previous mark set by legendary Jürgen Hingsen in 1984.

Neugebauer achieved the remarkable feat on June 2023, amassing an impressive 8836 points in an event that tests athletes' versatility across ten disciplines. This remarkable performance not only establishes Neugebauer as the new record holder but also marks a significant milestone in German track and field history.

Hailing from the outskirts of Stuttgart, Neugebauer began his athletic journey at the tender age of six. Inspired by the allure of athletics as a respite from academic pressures, he has since gone on to excel in a wide range of events, including the pole vault, shot put, discus throw, javelin throw, and high jump.

Neugebauer's exceptional talent and unwavering determination have culminated in this historic achievement. As the new German decathlon record holder, he stands as a beacon of excellence and a testament to the power of perseverance and athleticism.