Jessica Schilder Became the First Dutch Athlete to ever win the world title in Shot Put on Saturday. The Volendam native surprised with her last shot in the Final and Tok Gold in Tokyo.
The 26-year-old painter Has Been Among the Top Shot Putters for Years and Already won World Championship Bronze in Eugene Three Years ago. In Tokyo, She won the First World Title. Painter experienced the highlight of her career so far, while she seemed to miss out on a stage place for a long time in the final.
Painter started the last attempt as number four in the standings. With an ultimate shot, she reached a distance of 20.29, which proved too powerful for the competition.
American Chase Jackson Came Very Close with 20.21 But had to Settle for Silver. New Zealander Maddison-Lee Weche Tok Bronze in 20.06.
Schilder’s Gold is the Second Dutch World Title at the World Championships in Tokyo, which Lasts Until Sunday. On Friday, Femke Bol lived up to expectations by Taking Gold in the 400 meter Hurdles. There was also Silver for the Dutch Team in the Mixed Relay and Silver for Jorinde van Klinken in the Discus Throw.