Mike Powell’s Long Jump Record of 8.95 Meters: A Leap That Stands the Test of Time
On one electrifying night in 1991, Mike Powell soared 8.95 meters, shattering a record that had stood for 23 years. In an epic showdown with Carl Lewis, he delivered the greatest long jump in history—a leap that still stands untouched. Over three decades later, athletes chase his mark, but Powell’s record remains a symbol of unmatched greatness.