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Philippe Collet

French pole vaulter (born 1963)

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Overview

Philippe Collet (born 13 December 1963 in Nancy) is a retired French pole vaulter. He twice competed at the Olympic Games, in 1988 and 1992, reaching the final on both occasions. In addition, he represented Europe at the World Cup three times finishing second in 1985 and 1992 and first in 1989. His personal bests in the event are 5.85 metres outdoors (Paris 1986) and 5.94 metres indoors (Grenoble 1990). He now coaches his two sons, Thibaut and Mathieu.

International competitions

1 Representing Europe

See also

* French all-time top lists - Pole vault

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