James Lincoln

Background

He was born in Saint Joseph, Missouri and died in Vancouver, Washington.

Career

In 1920 he took part in the javelin throw competition. However, it is for what happened just before the competition that Lincoln is best remembered today. As the world record holder Jonni Myyrä was resting on the grass, his left (non-throwing) arm was struck near the elbow by a Lincoln warm-up throw.

Achievements

• Myyrä went on to win the gold medal regardless, while Lincoln finished ninth.